The Board Discussed Water Banking
April 17, 2017
The Commissioners’ meeting was called to order in their meeting room at 9:20 a.m. Present were Chair Karen Skoog, Vice-Chair Stephen Kiss, and Clerk of the Board Rhonda Cary. Commissioner Mike Manus was excused.
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Lobbyist Zak Kennedy was present by telephone for a legislative update about the state budget and the Hirst decision.
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The Board discussed water banking.
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M. Manus arrived at 10:25 a.m.
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Human Resources Manager Spencer Shanholtzer requested an executive session regarding collective bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.30.140(4)(a) for 30 minutes from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Also present were Auditor Marianne Nichols and Financial Manager Jill Shacklett. An additional 10 minutes was requested until 11:10 a.m.
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Community Development Director Greg Snow was present for an update. Topics discussed included a revision to fees and applications, training for the Planning Commission, the Equestrian Trail, a private boat launch, Ashenfelter Bay, and zoning matters.
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The Board recessed for lunch at 12:25 p.m.
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STP Workshop – Present were Public Works Director Sam Castro and County Engineer Don Ramsey. There was discussion about the shortfall of projected SRS funding which may affect scheduled projects. Board direction was requested regarding prioritizing or modifying scheduled projects, the type and size of future projects, and allocations to the city and towns of the county. Also discussed were the STP Block Grant process, roads which qualify for funding, obligating projects, and local match funding. It was the consensus of the Board to revisit this issue at the end of the month.
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Prosecuting Attorney Dolly Hunt was present for a legal update. Also in attendance was county resident Bob Eugene. Discussion included a fire protection district annexation request, a service agreement with air quality consultants, the Commerce Grant, a water banking agreement, and marijuana. S. Kiss mentioned a constituent concern about county-owned water rights.
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Colville National Forest Supervisory Environmental Coordinator Michelle Paduani was present for a Forest Service update. Also in attendance was B. Eugene. M. Manus was excused. The group discussed upcoming projects as well as those underway. Also discussed were Stewardship projects, Bead Lake, Ruby Creek/Mill Creek exchange, and the route to be used for the Rocky Creek Timber Sale. M. Manus joined the meeting. Further discussion included Batey Bould recreational use and a meeting with PANTRA.
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Public Comment Period – There were no persons present for comment.
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The Board discussed the proposed water banking agreement.
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Consent Agenda - Motion was made by M. Manus to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried unanimously. The Consent Agenda includes this week’s Agenda, the Minutes of the Board’s April 10, 2017 meeting and the following items:
Investment Earnings (year-to-date): $9,139.10
Payroll Change Notice:
Counseling Services –
Kyra Larson, Resignation, Effective 04/15/2017
Memorandum of Agreement between Washington State University Extension and Pend Oreille County
AGREEMENT NO. 2017-24, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
In the Matter of Establishing Holidays in 2017 and Hours for the Transaction of Business
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-10, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
Transfer of a Vehicle between Solid Waste and Weed Control within the ER&R Fixed Asset System
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-11, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
Transfer of a Vehicle between Road Department and Community Development Department within the ER&R Fixed Asset System
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-12, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
Transfer of a Vehicle between Sheriff Department and Probation within the ER&R Fixed Asset System
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-13, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
Data Sharing, Non-Disclosure and Use Agreement between Washington State Military Department and Pend Oreille County
AGREEMENT NO. 2017-25, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
WebEOC Government Entity User Agreement between Washington State Military Department and Pend Oreille County
AGREEMENT NO. 2017-26, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
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At 4:40 p.m., K. Skoog declared the meeting continued to April 18.
April 18, 2017
The meeting resumed at 9:10 a.m. with K. Skoog and S. Kiss present. M. Manus was excused to attend the AFRC Annual Meeting in Stevenson. K. Skoog offered the invocation and led the flag salute.
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Public Works Update – Present were S. Castro, Fleet Manager Brian Egland, and B. Eugene.
Action Item:
S. Castro reviewed a small works agreement with AAA Sweeping for road and bridge deck sweeping. Motion was made by S. Kiss to approve the contract for the road and bridge deck sweeping. Motion was seconded by K. Skoog. Motion carried unanimously.
Small Works Agreement with AAA Sweeping for Road & Bridge Deck Sweeping 2017
AGREEMENT NO. 2017-27, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
Update Items:
B. Egland reviewed the proposal from Day Wireless regarding outfitting of the Chevy Tahoes. S. Castro discussed the evaluation of Flowery Trail and LeHigh Hill performed by the Department of Natural Resources and a local geologist, landslide areas in the county, funding agencies’ deadlines for the reporting of damage assessment and costs, the Indian Creek right of way project, fracture critical bridge inspection, grant funding request for the US Bike Route 10 at Duncan Springs, vegetation replacement at the jail to provide a visual buffer, the Diamond Lake boat launch, and access to the solid waste facility.
The group discussed the Equestrian Trail project which received approval for completion at the end of 2018. The design, the material needed for the trail, and the parking area was reviewed.
S. Castro spoke about grant funding availability for a Storm Water Management Plan for the inventory, life expectancy, and replacement of culverts.
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Sacheen Lake Association President Don Hill was present to speak about the lake levels. Also in attendance were county residents Virginia Hill, Jerry Johnsen and B. Eugene. Discussion included the erosion of property due to wakes from boat traffic and high water levels. Graphs depicting a comparison of lake levels over the past several years was exhibited. Mr. Hill requested a no wake zone on Sacheen Lake.
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The Board recessed for lunch at 11:45 a.m.
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Consulting Hydrogeologist Gene St. Godard was present by telephone to discuss the proposed water banking agreement. Also discussed was a trust water agreement, grant funding, water rights and the ROE (Report of Examination) process.
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WSU Extension Development Agent Mike Jensen was present to request the Board adopt a resolution in honor of a 4-H volunteer. Motion was made by S. Kiss to adopt a resolution recognizing Kathy Olmstead for years of service as a 4-H volunteer. Motion was seconded by K. Skoog. Motion carried unanimously.
A Resolution of Pend Oreille County for 4-H Volunteer Kathy Olmstead
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-14, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
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Correspondence Received:
4.13 WSLCB-Liquor License Application, Lindsey Westford, Usk Bar and Grill, 112 W 5th Ave., Usk
4.14 J. Couey-Caseload Points Quarter 1
4.15 Town of Cusick-Resolution Authorizing Inclusion within the Emergency Medical Service District
4.16 Lincoln Day Dinner Invitation
4.17 T. Kinlen-Panel Evaluations Eligibility
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As of this date, the Board approved vouchers for payment as listed and made available by the Auditor’s Office. The following vouchers/warrants/electronic payments are approved for payment:
Salary and Claim
Current Expense $ 45,507.61
Counseling Services $ 9,860.90
Fair $ 175.89
Law Library $ 204.70
Park $ 45.21
Road $ 37,709.36
Treasurer’s O&M $ 596.08
Auditor’s O&M $ 303.57
Emergency 911 Communications $ 1,713.15
Capital Projects $ 3,544.06
Solid Waste $ 47,260.18
Equipment R&R $ 14,277.13
IT Services $ 7,382.71
Sheriff’s Trust $ 768.00
TOTAL $169,348.55
Checks 164223 through 164325 totaling $166,396.46 and Electronic Funds Transfer 12164 totaling $2,952.09 dated April 17, 2017.
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S. Kiss was excused at 3:15 p.m. to attend an EMS meeting. Lacking a quorum, the meeting adjourned.
ATTEST: s/ APPROVED: s/
Clerk of the Board Chair of the Board
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