October 17, 2016
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The Commissioners’ meeting was called to order in their meeting room at 9:00 a.m. All members were present. Steve Kiss led the invocation. Mike Manus led the flag salute.
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S. Kiss provided an update on the A-to-Z hearing he attended last week.
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Consent Agenda – Motion was made by K. Skoog 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 October 10, 2016 meeting and the following items:
Investment Earnings (year-to-date) $23,126.39
Application for Advance Travel:
Dispatch –
David Newsom, Supervisor Training, November 2-4, Burien, $327.24 for mileage and $210.00 for meals.
In the Matter of Continuing Relationships with the Washington Counties Risk Pool and the Related Appointments and Designations of/for each Member County
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-33, COMMISSIONERS’ RECORDING
Approval of Title Notices for Assessor’s Parcel Nos. 463119060007 (212 Silver Birch, Newport) and 443235539022 (427421 Highway 20, Newport)
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The Board discussed forest issues, emergency medical services, and the transition for the Community Development department.
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The Board recessed for lunch at 12:00.
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Assessor 2017 Budget Review – Present were Assessor Jim McCroskey, Auditor Marianne Nichols and Financial Manager Jill Shacklett. Also discussed was a request for an assessment change.
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The Board reviewed the Timber Sales fund. Present were M. Nichols and J. Shacklett.
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Weed Control 2017 Budget Review – Present from the Weed Board were David Hoisington, Joe Sherman, Brad Berg and Wes Bailey. Also present were Weed Control Coordinator Sharon Sorby, M. Nichols and J. Shacklett.
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Prosecutor Dolly Hunt requested an executive session regarding potential litigation pursuant to RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) for 10 minutes from 3:10-3:20.
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D. Hunt provided a legal update. Topics discussed included Stanley Drive, water issues, an assessment request, and emergency services.
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Colville National Forest District Ranger Gayne Sears was present for a Forest Service update. Also present was Road District Supervisor Dan Reijonen. Topics discussed included a request for a letter of support for a recreation conservation grant, roads in the fire area, the grazing allotment, Batey-Bould, and the A-to-Z project.
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Public Comment Period – There were no persons present for comment.
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M. Manus declared the meeting continued to October 18.
October 18, 2016
The meeting resumed at 9:15 a.m. K. Skoog was excused for the morning.
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Assistant Planner Andy Huddleston was present to review an agreement for Interim Community Development Director.
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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 one hour from 10:10-11:10. Also present was J. Shacklett. K. Skoog joined the group at 10:20. M. Manus requested an additional 30 minutes to 11:40.
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The Board recessed to make their meeting room available for an open house/potluck in honor of Community Development Director Mike Lithgow.
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Washington Counties Insurance Fund Executive Director Jon Kaino was present for the annual update. Also present were Treasurer Terri Miller and S. Shanholtzer. Discussion included the 2017 insurance plans, rates and coverages.
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Crime Victims Services (CVS) 2017 Budget Review – Present were CVS Executive Director Jackie Kiehn, CVS Assistant Director Cody Francis, CVS Advocate Sarah Kramer, CVS Board of Directors member Michael McLaughlin, M. Nichols and J. Shacklett. The group reviewed budget requests, anticipated grant funding, and services provided.
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K. Skoog was excused at 4:00.
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The Board discussed the agreement for the Interim Community Development Director. Motion was made by S. Kiss to allow the Chair to sign the agreement for the Interim Community Development Director. Motion was seconded by M. Manus. Motion carried unanimously.
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Correspondence Received:
10.11 S. Speaks-Division of Realty
10.12 WSLCB-Liquor license approval, Crossroads, 421341 Hwy 20, Cusick
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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 $ 42,200.17
Counseling Services $ 5,258.26
Road $ 55,356.96
Low Income Housing/2060 $ 2,353.73
Homeless Program/2163 $ 16,843.09
Capital Projects $ 4,861.21
Solid Waste $ 41,208.37
Equipment R&R $100,257.59
IT Services $ 4,313.82
TOTAL $272,653.20
Checks 160210 through 160312 totaling $269,946.54 and Electronic Fund Transfer 9576 totaling $2,706.66 dated October 17, 2016.
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Being no further business to discuss, M. Manus declared the meeting adjourned at 4:15.
ATTEST: s/ APPROVED: s/
Clerk of the Board Chair of the Board
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