November 23, 2015
The Commissioners’ meeting was called to order in their meeting room at 9:00 a.m. All members were present.
(1)
K. Skoog and M. Manus provided an update from the Leaders Conference they attended last week in Skamania County. Topics discussed included wolves and coordination efforts.
(2)
K. Skoog was excused the remainder of the day.
(3)
M. Manus continued the update from sessions he attended at the Leaders Conference. Also discussed was information regarding the November 17 windstorm.
(4)
Consent Agenda – Motion was made byM. Manus to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried. The Consent Agenda includes today’s Agenda, the minutes of the Board’s November 16, 2015 meeting and the following items:
Investment Earnings to date:$ 7,338.25
Payroll Change Notice:
Counseling Services-
Martina Coordes, Step 3, $3,958.68/mo., Effective 12/01/2015
District Court-
Brandy Hofstee, Step 4, $3,393.81/mo., Effective 12/01/2015
Sheriff-
Eric Schutte, Longevity, $150.00/mo., Effective 12/01/2015
Sheriff-Corrections-
Daniel Emert, Longevity, $100.00/mo., Effective 12/01/2015
Sheriff-Dispatch-
Kyla Miller, Step 4, $3,014.71/mo.; Longevity, $25.00/mo.; Effective 12/01/2015
Local Declaration of Emergency Due to a Severe Windstorm
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-39 COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
Approval of updated job description for the Hazardous Waste & Recycling Coordinator
Spokane County Regional Support Network Contract No. 15MH1844 regarding Mental Health
CONTRACT NO. 2015-28 COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
Amendment No. 1 to Department of Social and Health Services Contract 1563-43871
AGREEMENT NO. 2015-74 COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
(5)
Motion was made by M. Manus not to dissolve Diking District #1 as it is not in the best interests of the public. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried.
Resolution denying the dissolution of Diking District #1
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-40 COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
(6) Newport Miner News Editor Don Gronning was present to inquire about the Local Emergency.
(7)
Human Resources Coordinator Shelly Peters and Data Processing Coordinator Jill Shacklett were present to discuss the salary structures regarding previously approved positions. Also present was D. Gronning.
(8)
The Board recessed for lunch.
(9)
Prosecuting Attorney Dolly Hunt was present for an update. Also present was county resident Bob Eugene. Items discussed included the Voluntary Stewardship Agreement, the Diking District, the upcoming public hearing regarding OHVs and an upcoming meeting regarding a Drug Court.
(10)
Public Comment Period – B. Eugene was present to express gratitude to the County Commissioners and all of the county staff for their commitment to the business of Pend Oreille County.
(11)
An 8-year-old student was present to ask the Commissioners questions about their job and how County and City Governments work together. Also present was county resident Sarah King.
(12)
Motion to continue was made by M. Manus. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried.
November 24, 2015
The meeting resumed. K. Skoog was excused.
(13)
Counseling Services Director Annabelle Payne was present for an update.There was discussion regarding a Treatment/Drug Court with an emphasis on being able tobenefit more people with the presence of mental health personnel.
Update items included:
- Developmental Disability: training for the Advisory Board; sustainability with regards to staffing and collaboration; the State Audit.
- Behavioral Health: remote consultations; transportation contract under review; Providence Health Care pilot project; electronic health records.
- State Updates: Adult Behavioral Health Taskforce and 1115 Waiver
Also discussed were marijuana issues and funding concerns.
(14)
County Extension Director/4-H Youth Development Agent Mike Jensen was present for an update. Items discussed included Master Gardener training, the Garden Building remodel, the Advisory Board, a Memorandum of Agreement for a Demonstration Garden and the 4-H Know Your Government trip to Olympia.
(15)
S. Kiss requested an executive session regarding potential litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) for 10 minutes from 11:30-11:40. Also present was M. Jensen.
(16)
The Board recessed for lunch.
(17)
Present from Pend Oreille Crime Victim Services were Executive Director Jackie Kiehn and Assistant Director Cody Francis. Also present were Auditor Marianne Nichols and J. Shacklett. The topic for discussion was funding the Domestic Violence Prevention Account through the implementation of Substitute Senate Bill 5631, which amended Section 11(2)(b) of RCW 36.18.016.
Also discussed was the Point in Time (PIT) Count report to the state regarding homeless/unsheltered persons on January 28.
(18)
Probation Officer Scott Cornwell was present to discuss salary. Also present was District Court Judge Philip Van de Veer.
Also discussed was an upcoming meeting regarding a Drug/TreatmentCourt.
(20)
Public Defenders Chris Bajalcaliev and Barrett Scudder were present to discuss contract renewal, caseloads and staffing.
(21)
Correspondence Received:
11.33Town of Metaline-Levy Certification/Resolution/Budget
11.34City of Newport-Levy Certification/Resolution
11.35Mike & Karen Hanson-response request
11.36Fire Protection District #6-Levy Certification/Resolution/Budget
11.37Fire Protection District #4-Levy Certification/Resolution
(22)
Correspondence Sent:
S. Nicholas-resignation from Parks & Recreation Board
K. Timmreck-resignation from Parks & Recreation Board
(23)
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$ 49,987.71
Counseling Services$ 14,534.07
Fair$ 500.00
Law Library$ 223.81
Park$ 215.47
Emergency 911 Communications$ 1,115.44
Public Facilities$ 700.79
Solid Waste$ 26,164.71
Equipment R&R$ 12,749.48
IT Services$ 13,015.40
Sheriff’s Trust$ 638.75
TOTAL$119,845.63
Checks 152445 through 152538 totaling $116,697.90 and Electronic Funds Transfer #4909 totaling $3,147.73 dated November 23, 2015.
(24)
Motion was made to adjourn by M. Manus. Motion was seconded by S. Kiss. Motion carried.
ATTEST: s/ APPROVED: s/
Clerk of the Board Chair of the Board
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