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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JANUARY 02, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, January 2nd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools; Dianne Rummel, Clerk of District Court;
Karen Dwyer, WIC Administrative Assistant; Dixie Nichols, Computer Systems Manager;
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; Bob Beitz, Justice of the Peace; Pat Ingraham,
Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Dennis Doney, Chief Detention
Officer; Mark Denke, Coroner; Donna Neal, Sheriff's Administrative Assistant;
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist; John Halpop, Gloria Bennett, Extension Agents;
and Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss 2002-2003 budget
issues, protested taxes affect on the county's budgets and methods by which
to cope with the reduced budget shortfall.
Senator Jim Elliott; Representative Paul Clark; Brendan Beatty, Gene Walborn,
Montana Department of Revenue; Louis LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls; Ed Thompson,
Department of Revenue; Kathy McEldrey, Accounting Supt. of Schools; Carol Turk,
Treasurer/Supt. of Schools; Jerry Pauli, Superintendent of Thompson Falls Schools;
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Kathy Roberts, Thompson Falls Library;
Gayle Munson, Thompson Falls School Clerk; Ruth Modlin, Thompson Falls Elementary;
Chris Gross, Sandra Muster, Phil Grossarth, Thompson Falls Trustees; Don Jensen,
Thompson Falls Schools, Martha Smith, Montana DES; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney;
John Thomas, Chamber of Commerce;; Michael Baxter; Barbara Larsen; Tom Eggensperger,
Sanders County Ledger met with the Board to discuss PPL's protested taxes and
the affect it will have on Sanders County, Thompson Falls School District, and
the Special Districts within Sanders County. Mr. Beatty and Mr. Wilson discussed
the complexities of dealing with PPL's protested taxes and appeals process.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The following elected officials were given permission to leave the state for
short intervals of time during the next sixty days: J. Gail Patton; Carol Brooker;
Harold L. Laws; Pat Ingraham; Carol Turk; Dianne Rummel; Bob Beitz; Bob Zimmerman;
Suzanne Cooperman; Gene Arnold; and Mark Denke.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JANUARY 07, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, January 7th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker arrived at 10:30 a.m.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the
final plat for Henry Creek minor subdivision. Commissioner Laws motioned to
grant final plat approval as the developer has met all the conditions, seconded
by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) the final plat for
Cove View minor subdivision. Commissioner Laws motioned to grant final plat
approval as the developer has met all the conditions, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist; Ed Thompson, Department of Revenue, Roger Claridge,
Larry File, Thompson River Lumber met with the Board to discuss the CO-Gen project
tax abatement and the lease on the Transfer Station.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Quarterly Reports for the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor;
Clerk of District Court; and the Sheriff's Office for the period ending December
31, 2002, and instructed the Clerk to file said reports.
The Board examined the securities on file from First State Bank of Thompson
Falls and Rocky Mountain Bank of Plains.
Commissioner Laws motioned to appoint Will Tucker to the Whitepine Cemetery
District for a three year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was
unanimously carried.
It was the consensus of the Board to post for cancellation on January 16, 2003
due to conflicting schedules.
The Board adjourned at 3:50 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JANUARY 21, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, January 21st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner
J. Gail Patton was attending another meeting.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) discussed the on-going issue in regards to the Bernhardt property on-site
sewer disposal system; 2) reviewed the fairgrounds moto-cross track issue; and
3) discussed the Park Board holding a public hearing on February 4, 2003 on
the Park Plan.
Harold L. Laws, Carol A. Brooker, County Commissioners and Carol P. Turk, Treasurer/Supt.
of Schools of Sanders County, acting as the County Canvassing Board for the
Special Mail Ballot Election for the Plains Community Recreational Complex Multijurisdicational
Service Area held on January 17, 2003 and certified that the foregoing abstract
of election returns consisting of Page 257 of Book 2 of Abstract of Election
Returns is a full and correct abstract of all the votes cast in the January
17, 2003 Special Mail Ballot Election.
Shane Stack, Montana Department of Transportation met with the Board to present
the speed studies conducting on Thompson River Road and Blue Slide Road.
Nina Duncan, Blackfoot Telephone Company met with the Board to discuss the County's
need for a new long distance carrier. Also present was Pat Ingraham, Clerk &
Recorder-Assessor.
Wesley Stearns met with the Board to discuss Plains Community Recreational Complex
Multijurisdictional Service Area ballot issue.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Judy Stephens to the Plains Library
Board to fill the remainder of Claudette Beckendorfs' trustee position, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
It was the consensus of the Board to hold a public hearing on a petition for
abandonment of a portion of county right-of-way know as Wilson Lane. The meeting
will be held on February 6, 2003, at 1:00 p.m. (Original public hearing notice
on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JANUARY 22, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, January 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Greg Jackson, JPIA and Dave Montelius, Western States Insurance canceled due
to weather conditions.
The Board requested the presence of Dixie Nichols, Computer Systems Manager
to discuss the county computers.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the appraisal and possible sale
of a county lot in Dixon; 2) road easement in Heron; 3) removal of junk vehicles;
4) Plains Airport appraisals; and 5) personnel issue, therefore, as presiding
officer Commissioner Patton closed this portion of the meeting to the public
per 2-3-203(3).
Tootie Welker, SCCFF requested to meet with the Board as she was not on the
agenda to discuss letters of support for two grants. It was the consensus of
the Board to provide said letters.
The Board adjourned 4:15 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JANUARY 23, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, January 23rd at 9:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board attended the regular quarterly Safety Committee meeting. Others present
were: Bob Wagner, Safety Director; Rick Gould, Vice-Safety Director; Cindy Morgan,
Public Health Nurse/Officer; and Jim Marich, Custodial Engineer. Topics discussed
included: 1) review of accident/incident reports for Chris McGuigan & Roni
Wright; 2) reviewed safety committee bylaws. Cindy motioned to amend the bylaws
to include County Weed Coordinator, seconded by Rick. Motion was unanimously
carried; 3) blood borne pathogen training; 4) ergonomic equipment put on hold
due to budget constraints; 5) West Nile virus effects and upcoming training;
and 6) safety director confusion. (Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's
Files).
The Board attended the regular quarterly Department Head meeting. Others present
were: Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Bob Wagner, Weed Coordinator;
Jim Marich, Custodial Engineer; Rick Gould, OEM Coordinator; John Halpop, Extension
Agent; Ed Thompson, DOR Appraiser; Dan Miles, Senior Planner; Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt.
of Schools; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications
Officer; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Perry Mock, Undersheriff; Cindy Morgan, Public
Health Nurse/Officer; and Bob Beitz, Justice of Peace. Topics discussed included:
1) ergonomic equipment for Courthouse on hold due to budget constraints; 2)
bio-terrorism assessment completed and will be getting draft plan from the state;
2) small pox vaccination could be an un-funded mandate for counties and a liability;
3) Rick & Cindy being part of Tribal Emergency Response Team and the Team
could be a pilot project; 4) district court assumption issues; 5) rural addressing
progress report and the need for accuracy; 6) long distance telephone carrier
for County offices; 7) forest receipts should be deposited today; 8) difficulty
with cars in parking lot with exempt plates when the snow can be plowed; 9)
the state is finalizing the new values for reappraisals; 10) small diameter
wood workshop success; 11) new handicapped doors being installed in Courthouse
and new drop ceiling for basement will be done soon; 12) lawsuit on alleged
illegal sheriff's sale; 13) remodeling of dispatcher center has begun; 14) master
gardener workshop and beef series being done by extension office now; 15) Firewise
workshop on February 8th; 16) fuel spill on hwy 382; 17) pesticide application
training in conjunction with Lincoln County; 18) suggested letter to special
districts regarding budgets and funding for weed spraying; 19) HB 264 in the
Legislature regarding elected officials following personnel policy and concern
about the bill; 20) PPL protested taxes and affect on county budget; 21) no
grants for Thompson Falls or Plains Airports this year; 22) Forest Service and
AVISTA weed spraying projects; 23) Forest Counties Coalition opposing the Ecology
Center lawsuit; 24) hiring of Local Government Center MSU, to do redistricting
for Sanders County Commissioners Districts; 25) Carol's trip to Washington DC;
26) election reform and the possible costs to the counties; and 27) lobbyist
forms needing to be filled out and returned. (Detailed minutes on file in the
Commissioner's files).
Commissioner Brooker left at 12:50 p.m. to attend a meeting in Helena, Montana.
Gene Arnold, Sheriff; and Perry Mock, Undersheriff requested to meet with the
Board as they were not on the agenda to discuss an issue with junk vehicles.
Rick Gould, OEM Coordinator met with the Board to discuss the following: 1)
the aspects of the OEM position; 2) budget constraints; and 3) working with
fire districts.
John Bauman, EXCELL Representative met with the Board to discuss the County's
long distance telephone carrier.
The Board held a conference call with Commissioner Carol Brooker to discuss
the long distance carrier for Sanders County offices. Commissioner Laws motioned
to have Blackfoot be the long distance carrier for Sanders County Courthouse
and other outlying offices, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JANUARY 30, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, January 30th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims for the amount of $233,293.48
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney, and Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) length of service contracts; 2)
combining the Coroner's Office with the Sheriff's Office; and the County Surveyor's
Office with the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office; 3) research the possible
land exchange with Lake County; and 4) personnel issues, therefore, as presiding
officer Commissioner Patton closed the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3)
MCA.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims in the amount of $115,054.99 and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
Tom Gustin, State Department of Administration met with the Board to discuss
the state fuel cards. Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Chairman sign the
application for a state fuel card for the health department, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Chairman sign the application for TransADE
for transportation assistance for the disabled and elderly, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 4:35 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
FEBRUARY 04, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, February 4th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Commissioner Laws was attending Union Negotiations and was in and out of the
office during the day.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to present the preliminary minor
plat for Webley Subdivision for approval with the submitted conditions and findings
of fact. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval
upon the following contingencies being met prior to final plat approval: a)
that a joint drive approach be utilized for access to these lots. Verification
of a permit for any existing drive approach onto Highway 56, or notice that
a drive approach is possible, will be required prior to final plat approval;
b) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed Control Board for A Noxious
Weed and Revegetation Plan before any construction on the lots; and c) that
the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County
Subdivision Regulations, local regulations, the laws and administrative rules
of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Dave Montelius, Western States Insurance to discuss the insurance renewal and
the statement of values required for the renewal.
Commissioner Brooker left at 12:00 p.m. for Helena, Montana.
Mr. & Mrs. Dean Curry met with the Board to discuss his request for a letter
of support for his non-typcial demolition waste business. It was the consensus
of the Board to discuss this with all Commissioners present.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending January 31,
2003, in the amount of $115,054.99, and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
It was the consensus of the Board to advertise for the County Legal Advertising
and Printing bids. (Original bid notices on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office).
The Board adjourned at 3:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
FEBRUARY 05, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana were scheduled to meet
on Wednesday, February 5th at 10:00 a.m. but due to a lack of a quorum the meeting
was canceled.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
FEBRUARY 06, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, February 6th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse/Officer; Jeremy Dvorak, Sanitarian in Training
(SIT); and the Board proceeded with the scheduled jail inspection.
Jimme & Eileen Wilson; Patrick Wilson; Dan Miles, Senior Planner; and Bob
Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to the petition of abandonment
for Wilson Lane. Mr. Wilson presented the history of the property and his reasons
for requesting the abandonment. He discussed the access for adjacent landowners,
forest service and to the hunters. The three letters of protest received were
read for the record from Pete Lupsha, Noxon Rod & Gun Club, and Claude Burlingame
representative for Larry & Melissa Craik. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to recess the hearing for further research, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker left for Helena, Montana at 2:00 p.m.
Rick Gould, OEM Coordinator met with the Board to discuss a personnel issue,
therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed the meeting to the
public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending January 31, 2003 and
instructed the Clerk to file said report.
Commissioner Laws motioned to post for cancellation on February 12th and 13th
of 2003 due to conflicting schedules, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion
was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 2:50 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
FEBRUARY 11, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, February 11th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the
final plat of Selkirk minor subdivision for final approval. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to grant final plat approval as the developer has met all the conditions
of the preliminary approval, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried; and 2) discussed the property boundaries of the Plains Airport property
in regards to the existing road.
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; and
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss PPLs
agreement to release some of the funds put into the protested taxes. Also present
for a short period of time was Mayor Louis LaRock.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the road issue in Heron and Montana
road law; 2) Plains Airport land acquisition, appraisals, and RFP from the engineering
firm; and 3) personnel, therefore, as presiding officer Commissioner Patton
closed the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Jim Henry to the Plains Cemetery District
for a three year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Irwin Bangen and Lois Woods to the
Hot Springs Refuse Disposal Board for another two year term, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint Richard Prongua to the Sanders County
Weed Board for another two year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion
was unanimously carried.
It was the consensus of the Board to advertise for a Fair Board member in the
Hot Springs area.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to award the Request For Proposals (RFP) on the
Sanders County Airports Improvement Projects to Robert Peccia & Associates
as the only RFP received, seconded by Commissioners Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Commissioner Laws as the Chairman of
the Solid Waste Refuse Disposal Board of Directors, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:10 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
FEBRUARY 25, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, February 25th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) the final plat for Piazolla minor subdivision. Commissioner Laws motioned
to grant final plat approval as the developer has met all the conditions of
preliminary approval, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried; 2) Commissioner Brooker motioned to set the date and time for the public
hearing on Riley Ranch Estates Subdivision for March 20, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. in
the Commissioner's conference room, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried. (Original public hearing notice on file in the Clerk &
Recorder-Assessor's Office); 3) the preliminary plat for Hinchwood Hideaway
minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant preliminary approval
based on submitted findings of facts and the following conditions: a) that all
new drive approaches onto Lynch Creek Road be permitted by the county prior
to any construction; b) that the private road (Hinchwood Lane) is constructed
and a maintenance agreement be filed prior too or concurrent with the final
plat approval, an approved turnaround must be constructed at the end of the
road. A road name sign must be installed prior too or concurrent with final
plat approval; c) that a written easement be granted to Sanders County for the
existing Lynch Creek Road right-of-way (60 feet); d) that a (50 foot) no-construction
buffer easement from Hinchwood Creek and Clark Creek be established and noted
on the face of the final plat. This easement shall be 25 feet on either side
of the creek channel centerline; e) that the lot owners contact the Sanders
County Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed and Revegetation Plan before any
construction on the lots; and f) that the final subdivision shall comply with
all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, local regulations,
the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board proceeded to open the sealed bids received for County Legal Advertising.
Bids are as follows: Clark Fork Valley Press 75% of the prices outlined in the
Administrative Rules of Montana; and Sanders County Ledger Montana Code less
30%. Commissioner Brooker motioned to award the legal advertising bid to the
Sanders County Ledger for a period of one year from February 28, 2003 to February
28, 2004, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried. Others
present for bid openings were Bina Eggensperger, Sanders County Ledger; and
Louis LaRock, Mayor to Thompson Falls.
The Board proceeded to open the sealed bids received for County Printing. Bids
received are as follows: The Printery - Montana Code less 12%; and Sanders County
Ledger - Montana Code less 8%. Commissioner Brooker motioned to award the county
printing bid to The Printery, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried. Randy Garrison, The Printery was present for the bid opening.
Claude Burlingame requested to meet with the Board as he was not on the agenda
to discuss the Noxon railroad property.
Terry Harris met with the Board to discuss the county's health insurance coverage
or lack of coverage.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist, John Serle, CEO, and Barry Fowler, Communication
Director, Clark Fork Valley Hospital met with the Board to discuss the CDBG
Grant for Clark Fork Valley Hospital.
Commissioner Brooker left at 2:45 p.m.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to sign the three year contract with Denning, Downey
& Associates as Sanders County auditors for the next three years, seconded
by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
FEBRUARY 26, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, February 26th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; and Dennis Doney, Chief
Detention Officer met with the Board to discuss Courthouse security.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) senior transportation funds; 2) baled junk tires legislative bill; and 3)
Wilson Lane abandonment.
Jimme & Eileen Wilson; Claude Burlingame; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney;
and Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board for the continuance of the
Wilson Lane abandonment. It was the consensus of the Board to continue the hearing
in order to complete the research. The continuance hearing is scheduled for
March 5, 2003 at 2:00 p.m.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to post for the following: 1) cancellation
on March 4, 2003 due to conflicting schedules; and 2) post for special session
on March 28, 2003 to audit payroll and county claims.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
MARCH 05, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, March 5th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) developing a policy regarding data sharing from the addressing project; 2)
reviewed the status of the County road easements crossing over State school
trust land; and 3) discussed the process for creating the legal description
for the voter precinct boundaries needed by the Election Administrator.
Rick Donaldson, Robert Peccia & Associates; Cliff Quale, Dan Lilja, Plains
Airport Advisory Board; Jim Trowbridge, Land Negotiator; Dan Miles, Senior Planner;
and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the land appraisals
and acquisition.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the request of
the Eastern Sanders County Hospital District to research the regulations/requirements
for an addition to the Hot Springs Clinic.
Bob Fletcher; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss
the proposal presented by Mr. Fletcher on conveying the Thompson Falls Trap
Club property to the County as a park under County jurisdiction. The County
Attorney will research to issue and report back to the Board.
Jimme & Eileen Wilson; Pat Wilson; Claude Burlingame; Dan Miles, Senior
Planner; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to the continuance
of the public hearing on the petition to abandon Wilson Lane. Commissioner Laws
motioned to abandon Wilson Lane, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Roll call
votes as follows: Commissioner Laws - aye; Commissioner Brooker - nay; and Commissioner
Patton - aye. Motion was carried by majority vote.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The following elected officials were given permission to leave state for short
intervals of time over the next 60 days: J. Gail Patton; Harold L. Laws; Carol
Brooker; Pat Ingraham; Carol Turk; Dianne Rummel; Bob Beitz; Bob Zimmerman;
Suzanne Cooperman; Gene Arnold; and Mark Denke.
It was the consensus of the Board to advertise for public comment on the proposed
project for the Title III funding from Forest Service Receipts. (Original public
comment notice on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending February 28,
2003, and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
Commissioner Laws motioned to accept Joyce Coupal's resignation from the Council
on Aging effective immediately, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was
unanimously accepted.
At the request of the Woodside Park County Water/Sewer District, Commissioner
Brooker motioned to appoint Trev Wood to the said Board of Directors, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
It was the consensus of the Board to hold interviews for the Fair Board position
on March 11, 2003.
The Board adjourned at 4:20 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
MARCH 06, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, March 6th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Martha Smith, Region 1 Representative for DES; and Teri Heppe met with the Board
to discuss the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) funding for training.
Dolores Burrese; Myrtle Newall; Georgina Wilkinson; Mary Moore; Nick & Adrienne
Marich; Leona Ressler; Carleton Hurlburt; Marvin Freed; Janet Ostrom; Gwen Bryant;
and John Millard met with the Board to discuss the senior citizens mill levy
distribution and the possibility of changing said distribution. Many of the
senior centers are having difficulties with budget shortfall. Janet Ostrum discussed
working on obtaining a meals on wheels grant. Also it was announced that a $13,000.00
TransADE Transportation grant was recently received for seniors and those with
disabilities through the help of SUMMIT and Northwest Montana Human Resources
of Kalispell.
The Board adjourned at 3:50 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
MARCH 11, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, March 11th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Brian Avery, District Ranger Kootenai National Forest; Tom Grabinski, Kootenai
Realty Specialist; and Frank Votapk, Kootenai Tech Services Staff Officer met
with the Board to discuss the Noxon Cemetery land conveyance and road easements.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) the preliminary plat for Evergreen Ridge minor subdivision. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to approve Evergreen Ridge minor subdivision with the submitted
findings of facts and the following contingencies: a) that all new drive approaches
onto Guy Hall Road be permitted by the County prior to any construction; b)
that any new drive approaches onto Highway 200 be permitted by the Montana Department
of Transportation prior to final plat approval, and verification of a permit
for the existing drive approach onto Highway 200 will be required prior to final
plat approval; c) that a written easement be granted to Sanders County for the
Guy Hall Road half-width right-of-way (30 feet); d) that the lot owners contact
the Sanders County Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed and Re-vegetation Plan
before any construction on the lots; and e) that the final subdivision shall
comply with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations,
local regulations, the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; and 2) began
reviewing and discussing subdivision regulations and definitions.
John Halpop, Extension Agent; Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist; Frank Sularz;
and Rita Lundgren met with the Board for the review of the Rural Community Assistance
grant applications. Commissioner Laws motioned to prioritize the grants as follows:
1) Thompson River Co-Gen Wood Collection Study; 2) Thompson Falls Trail System;
3) Plains Grange 101; 4) Hot Springs Pool Community Project; and 5) Sanders
County Solid Waste Environmental Education & Waste Reduction, seconded by
Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
The following individuals met with the Board to interview for the vacant position
with the Sanders County Fair Board: Gordon Hall; Glen Magera; and Jim Newman.
The Board held a conference call interview with Cindy Foster.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending February 28, 2003 and
instructed the Clerk to file said report.
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint Glen Magera to the Sanders County Fair
Board for a two year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried.
The Board adjourned at 4:45 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
MARCH 20 , 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, March 12th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Due to a clerical error the following motion was left out of the March 11, 2003
minutes. Upon the recommendation of the Heron Rural Fire District, Commissioner
Brooker motioned to appoint Dillion Lee to the Heron Rural Fire District to
fill the term of Geri Lee, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
It was the consensus of the Board to post for cancellation on March 25, 2003,
due to conflicting meeting schedules.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
MARCH 26 , 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana were scheduled to meet
in regular session on Wednesday, March 26th at 10:00 a.m., but due to a lack
of quorum the meeting was canceled.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
MARCH 27, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, March 27th at 2:30 p.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Harold
L. Laws was attending a National Forest Counties meeting in Reno, Nevada.
Rick Gould, OEM Coordinator; and Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board
to discuss a personnel issue, therefore, as presiding officer Commissioner Patton
closed the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) the final plat of Hideaway minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to grant final plat approval as the developer has met all the conditions of
the preliminary plat, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried; 2) the preliminary plat for Jensen minor subdivision. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to grant preliminary approval based on submitted findings of
fact and the following condition: a) that the final subdivision shall comply
with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, local regulations,
the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried; 3) reviewed the October 29, 2002 decision
to reserve a corridor for the existing power line per 7-14-2617 MCA in a 20
foot alleyway dividing block 32 located in Section 34, Township 22 North, Range
24 West in the Townsite of Camas, Sanders County, Montana. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to rescind the motion reserving the corridor, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried; and 4) the Board acknowledged the receipt
of a letter from the North Shore Estates Subdivision requesting aid in obtaining
the records on the subdivision water system from the Montana Department of Environmental
Quality. Staff was directed to draft a letter for the Boards signature.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Per a telephone conversation with Commissioner Laws, Commissioner Brooker motioned
to sign the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Sanders County Sheriff's
Office and the Teamsters Union Local #2, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion
was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
MARCH 28, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session
on Friday, March 28th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Harold
L. Laws was attending a meeting in Reno, Nevada.
The Board proceeded to audit payroll claims for the amount of $230,688.03, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims for the amount of $123,998.13, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
The Board adjourned at 2:50 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 1, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, April 1st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) discussed the licensing of the Sanitarian, Jeremy Dvorak with the successful
completion of the Sanitarian licensing examination; and 2) a personnel issue,
therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed the meeting to the
public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board for the reconvening of Riley Ranch
Estates Subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional approval
upon the submitted findings of fact and the addition of a condition that the
road easement for Riley Lane be extended to the North boundary of Parcel 5,
road construction at this time is required to the South boundary of Pace 5 with
an approved turnaround, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist; Brian Avery, District Ranger Kootenai National
Forest; Fran Viereck, Department of Commerce; and Margie Ewing, USFS State &
Private Forestry met with the Board to discuss the following: 1) audit review
of the small diameter wood grant and the fire mapping grant; and 2) interface
with forest lands and private dwellings.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Rusty Kinkade to the Sanders County
Fair Board for a two year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending March 31,
2003 and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
It was the consensus of the Board to call for bids on the following: Culverts
and bands, and road oil. (Original call for bid notices on file in the Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor's Office).
It was the consensus of the Board to post for the following: 1) special session
on Monday, April 21, 2003 at 7:00p p.m. to attend a public meeting on redistricting;
and 2) cancel regular session on April 22nd to attend GASB#34 training in Missoula.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 2, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, April 2nd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board attended the regular quarterly Board of Health meeting. Others present
were: Dr. Jacob Lulack; Dr. Robert Gregg, DVM; Shawn Rowland, Lake County Sanitarian;
Jeremy Dvorak, Sanitarian; and Dan Miles, Director of Land Services. Topics
discussed included: 1) the inspection of the Payzant non-compliant septic system
and the submittal of the complaint to the County Attorney's Office for possible
prosecution; 2) the White Stag Society Church installing a non-permitted septic
system, the need to inspect said system, and submitting documentation to the
County Attorney for prosecution; 3) Bernhardt's floodplain variance and the
required engineered system; 4) the fairgrounds proposed septic system, length
of drainfields and maintenance of the pump system; 5) the new Explorations School's
septic system; 6) the site evaluators program complaints and possible resolution;
7) Thompson Falls elementary school septic system being in need of repair and/or
new system; 8) the request from Thomas Dean Engineering to the engineers in
training (EIT) to perform one site evaluation. Commissioner Laws motioned to
allow a variance for the EITs from Thomas Dean Engineering to do the requested
site evaluation with the understanding that a Professional Engineer signs the
evaluation, seconded by Dr. Gregg. Motion was unanimously carried; 9) the request
for several floodplain variances and the need to schedule a special Board of
Health to deal with these variances. (Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's
files).
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the securities on file from First State Bank of Thompson
Falls and Rocky Mountain Bank of Plains.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-001 for redistrict and
renumbering precinct boundary lines, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried. (Original resolution on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office).
The Board examined the quarterly report from the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office for the period ending March 31, 2003 and instructed the Clerk to file
said report.
The Board adjourned at 4:45 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 3, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, April 3rd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Harold
L. Laws was attending an inspection of the Trout Creek Bridge and arrived at
1:10 p.m.
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools met with the Board to discuss the Byler
tax rebate for a trailer house sold nine years ago.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the letter submitted to the City
of Plains from the Public Health Office; 2) Heron Road issue; 3) North Road
in Hot Springs easement with the Tribe; and 4) the Hot Springs Clinic building
permit.
Rick Donaldson, Robert Peccia & Associates; Douglas Wipplinger, Robins Contracting;
Norman Davis, JTL Group Inc.; Sam Weyers, NelCon, Inc.; John Rotter, Thompson
Falls Airport Manager; John & Sandra Muster; and Lon Cheney met with the
Board to the bid opening on the Thompson Falls Airport Construction Project.
Bids received are as follows: NelCon $162,289.00; Robins Contracting Inc. $133,098.25;
and JTL Group Inc. $124,364.90. Commissioner Brooker motioned to take said bids
under advisement until the Engineer reviews the bids and reports back to the
Board.
Mike Hashisaki, Fair Manager met with the Board at the request of Commissioner
Patton to discuss complaints received from the Concessions Group, the proposed
septic system for the fairgrounds and the fireworks permit. It was the consensus
of the Board to have the Chairman sign the fireworks permit. Also present was
Bob Zimmerman, County and Noami Leisz, Deputy County Attorney.
Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor requested to meet with the Board as he was
not on the agenda to briefly discuss the solid waste vermin composting sorting
machine.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Quarterly Report for the Clerk of Courts Office for the
period ending March 31, 2003 and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board adjourned at 4:40 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 8, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, April 8th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) presented the final plat of Boehler Ranch minor subdivision. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to grant final plat approval as the developer has met all the
conditions of preliminary approval, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried; 2) presented the Kopp two lots minor for preliminary review.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional approval upon the submitted
finds of facts and the following conditions being met prior to final plat approval:
a) that legal access to the new lots is verified prior to final approval; and
2) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders
County Subdivision Regulations, local regulations, the laws and administrative
rules of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried; 3) requested the setting of a public hearing for Tradewinds Commercial
Village Phase III for Bud & Judy Leufkens. The hearing is scheduled for
April 30, 2003 at 3:00 p.m. (Original public hearing notice on file in the Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor's Office); and 4) a reminder that the Carr-Merrit minor
subdivision meeting is tomorrow at 2:00 p.m.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to have the Chairman sign the final closeout
documents for the CDBG Clark Fork Valley Hospital Grant with Montana Community
Development Corporation.
It was the consensus of the Board to post for cancellation on April 24th due
to conflicting schedules.
The Board adjourned at 1:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 9, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, April 9th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Kathy Logan, Kim Kinzie, Rocky Mountain Surveyors; and Dan Miles, Senior Planner
met with the Board for the meeting on Carr Subdivision. Commissioner Brooker
noted that the applicant/landowner has requested that the meeting be delayed
until the landowner can be present. The Board agreed to the delay provided the
landowner agree in writing to extend the plat review time to account for new
meeting date of April 17, 2003, at 3:00 p.m.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the grant documents
for the Thompson Falls Airport Improvement Projects, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending March 31, 2003 and
instructed the Clerk to file said report.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the Subgrant 03-61 with
Northwest Montana Human Resources for $4,000 dollars senior transportation funds.
The Board adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 10, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, April 10th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
John Halpop, Extension Agent requested to meet with the Board as he was not
on the agenda to present the Noxious Weed Trust Fund Grant MDA 2003-010. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign said grant, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried. Commissioner Laws was unavailable due
to a phone conversation.
Ron Rude; Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools; Dianne Rummel, Clerk of District
Court; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; and the Board of Commissioners met as
the Salary Compensation Board to discuss salaries for fiscal year 2003-2004.
Bob Beitz, Justice of the Peace and Tom Eggensperger were unable to attend due
to conflicting meetings. Topics discussed included: 1) the proposed State cost
of living adjustment (COLA) of 1.6%; 2) the changes made by the Commissioners
from the proposed increases from the Salary Compensation Committee recommendation
for fiscal year 2002-2003; 3) costs of health insurance and possible increases;
4) no requests for individual employee increases; and 5) Bob Zimmerman moved
that the Salary Compensation Committee recommend to the Board of Commissioners
that the County limit the county employees raise to 1.6% COLA because of the
uncertainty of the economy, revenues received by the County and the inability
to spend some of those revenues due to PPL tax protest, seconded by Dianne Rummel.
Motion was unanimously carried. Commissioner Laws motioned to adjourn the Salary
Compensation Committee meeting at 11:30 a.m., seconded by Bob Zimmerman. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) Dixon Refuse fees to Tribal members;
and 2) the road issue in Heron.
The Board attended the regularly scheduled Solid Waste meeting. Others present
were: Rita Lundgren, Kim Roberts, Beautification Committee; Jim Inman, Solid
Waste Supervisor; and Jackie Dean, Solid Waste Secretary. Topics discussed included:
1) community clean-up days May 1-3, 2003; 2) monitoring, picking up and training
on how to load containers; 3) reports on recycle containers, vermin composting,
recycling of cardboard, newspaper, glass, cans, magazines, phone books, and
the savings on tipping fees of approximately $1,617.27; 4) refuse fee appeals
for Frick, Nuesse; 5) update on Forest Service Grant, EPA Grant, and grants
that have been applied for; 6) glass recycling containers, and concerns with
hauling glass in regards to possible damage to refuse trucks; 7) past due non-typical
bills that are six months or older. It was the consensus of the Board to second
bill and if not paid in 60 days the amount will be added to their taxes; 8)
discussed the paint swap. It was the consensus of the Board to have the paint
swap next year; 9) worm workshops to be done by Laura Nicolai. Will contact
to set up educational workshops required by grants; 10) set up meeting with
solid waste advisory board and Laura to discuss workshops; and 11) fairground
refuse and overtime hours to pick up containers. (Detailed minutes on file in
the Commissioner's files).
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-003 amending Precinct Redistricting
Resolution 2003-001, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt the Proclamation declaring August 1st
& 2nd as Relay for Life Weekend, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 15, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana were scheduled to meet
in regular session on Tuesday, April 15th at 10:00 a.m., but due to a lack of
quorum the meeting was canceled.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
APRIL 16, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, April 16th at 9:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Harold
L. Laws arrived at 11:05 a.m.
The Board attended the regular quarterly Safety Committee meeting. Others present
were: Bob Wagner, Safety Director; Rick Gould, OEM Coordinator; Jim Marich,
Custodial Engineer; Mark Loraas, Foreman District #2; Jim Watts, Foreman District
#1; and Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications Manager. Topics discussed included:
1) reviewed accident/incident reports from Margaret Wiencek; Jerry McKean; and
Chad Stocking; 2) reviewed and approved Safety Committee Bylaw changes. Gail
motioned to adopt the Safety Committee Bylaws as presented, seconded by Jim
Watts. Motion was unanimously carried; 3) reviewed the MACo Risk Management
Loss Ratio report; 4) the weed sprayers chemical and safety training; 5) LTAP
training on signage for roads and highways, when work is in progress; 6) discussed
the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) team and the benefit of using
the team after a critical incident; 7) the new ergonomic dispatcher center;
and 8) personnel protection equipment for the weed vehicles. (Detailed minutes
on file in the Commissioner's files)
The Board attended the regular quarterly City/County Department Head meeting.
Others present were: Jim Watts, Foreman District #1; Jim Marich, Custodial Engineer;
Dan Miles, Senior Planner; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; Rick Gould, OEM Coordinator;
Bob Wagner, Weed Supervisor; Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; Gene Arnold,
Sheriff; Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Roni Wright, Deputy Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor; Karen Dwyer, WIC Administrative Assistant; Ruth Kuykendall,
Bookmobile Librarian; Mark Loraas, Foreman District #2; and John Halpop, Extension
Agent. Topics discussed included: 1) progress on the rural addressing project;
2) new handicapped doors and ceiling in the Courthouse; 3) new security doors
for the Courtroom; 4) update on the Commissioner redistricting and precinct
changes; 5) upcoming budgets and the effect of protested taxes on budgets; 6)
fixed assets addition or deletions; 7) fixed asset onsite visits will be done
in Road Districts #1, and the Weed Shop on May 6th; 8) legislative update
and their effects on the county; 9) water being sprinkled onto county roads
during irrigation is considered illegal; 10) increased security in the courtroom
during trials due to threats; 11) the need to for road and weed districts to
recertify for CPR; 12) weed district concerns about their new articles not being
published; 13) OEM proposed grants and the reviewing of the hospitals disaster
plan; 14) school disaster response plans; 15) Northwest Montana Human Resources
proposal for low income housing; and 16) the grant received for handicapped
or disabled transportation. (Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's
files)
G. Newton Haleblain; Larry Matthew; and Ron Olfert, met with the Board to discuss
the growth policy for Sanders County.
G. Newton Haleblain; Hugh Spencer; Wayland Duerschmidt; Ron Warren, Rocky Mountain
Surveyors; and Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss Deemer
Peak minor subdivision for preliminary review. Mr. Warren presented the project
and the Board had questions regarding the road easements and road maintenance.
Commissioner Patton opened the meeting to public comment. Mr. Spencer noted
he has lived in the area since 1981 and has concerns about the safety of the
road because of the width of the road and excessive grade. He also had concerns
about fire safety. Mr. Wayland commented in addition to his written comments
on possible septic issues. Commissioner Patton noted the issues with the road
approach on Highway 28. Dan read staff recommendations and facts. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to deny the preliminary plat for Deemer Peak minor subdivision
upon the staff submitted findings of facts as follows: 1) the existing private
road providing access to this site does not meet even a minimal county standard
for providing physical access to the site. The current approach for Deemer Creek
Road onto Highway 28 does not allow for adequate intersection sight distances;
2) the risk to public health of residents of the area is a concern. Based on
available information the geology and topography of this area may render individual
conventional on-site sewer systems unfeasible. Failure of on-site systems may
lead to problems for existing residents located directly down slope from this
project. Therefore, the plat may adversely impact the public health and safety
of area residents; 3) the provision of emergency services to this area, especially
fire protection is a major concern. The existing road is inadequate to allow
for fire suppression equipment access. There is no source of water available
for fire suppression at this site. The plat does not comply with the fire protection
section of Sanders County Subdivision Regulations; 4) while there is no specific
requirement for secondary access roads in most area, any area that could pose
a high fire hazard should have at a minimum a seasonal secondary access route
established; and 5) development on this project will require excavation of building
pads and large road cuts and fills resulting in a negative impact on the environment
from erosion, bank slumping and noxious weed invasion. These impacts will require
constant monitoring to ensure mitigation, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-002 of intent to continue
with property and liability insurance with JPIA/MACo, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Roll call votes as follows: Commissioner Laws - aye; Commissioner Brooker
- aye; and Commissioner Patton - aye. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 16, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, April 16th at 9:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Harold
L. Laws arrived at 11:05 a.m.
The Board attended the regular quarterly Safety Committee meeting. Others present
were: Bob Wagner, Safety Director; Rick Gould, OEM Coordinator; Jim Marich,
Custodial Engineer; Mark Loraas, Foreman District #2; Jim Watts, Foreman District
#1; and Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications Manager. Topics discussed included:
1) reviewed accident/incident reports from Margaret Wiencek; Jerry McKean; and
Chad Stocking; 2) reviewed and approved Safety Committee Bylaw changes. Gail
motioned to adopt the Safety Committee Bylaws as presented, seconded by Jim
Watts. Motion was unanimously carried; 3) reviewed the MACo Risk Management
Loss Ratio report; 4) the weed sprayers chemical and safety training; 5) LTAP
training on signage for roads and highways, when work is in progress; 6) discussed
the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) team and the benefit of using
the team after a critical incident; 7) the new ergonomic dispatcher center;
and 8) personnel protection equipment for the weed vehicles. (Detailed minutes
on file in the Commissioner's files)
The Board attended the regular quarterly City/County Department Head meeting.
Others present were: Jim Watts, Foreman District #1; Jim Marich, Custodial Engineer;
Dan Miles, Senior Planner; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; Rick Gould, OEM Coordinator;
Bob Wagner, Weed Supervisor; Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; Gene Arnold,
Sheriff; Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Roni Wright, Deputy Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor; Karen Dwyer, WIC Administrative Assistant; Ruth Kuykendall,
Bookmobile Librarian; Mark Loraas, Foreman District #2; and John Halpop, Extension
Agent. Topics discussed included: 1) progress on the rural addressing project;
2) new handicapped doors and ceiling in the Courthouse; 3) new security doors
for the Courtroom; 4) update on the Commissioner redistricting and precinct
changes; 5) upcoming budgets and the effect of protested taxes on budgets; 6)
fixed assets addition or deletions; 7) fixed asset onsite visits will be done
in Road Districts #1, and the Weed Shop on May 6th; 8) legislative update
and their effects on the county; 9) water being sprinkled onto county roads
during irrigation is considered illegal; 10) increased security in the courtroom
during trials due to threats; 11) the need to for road and weed districts to
recertify for CPR; 12) weed district concerns about their new articles not being
published; 13) OEM proposed grants and the reviewing of the hospitals disaster
plan; 14) school disaster response plans; 15) Northwest Montana Human Resources
proposal for low income housing; and 16) the grant received for handicapped
or disabled transportation. (Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's
files)
G. Newton Haleblain; Larry Matthew; and Ron Olfert, met with the Board to discuss
the growth policy for Sanders County.
G. Newton Haleblain; Hugh Spencer; Wayland Duerschmidt; Ron Warren, Rocky Mountain
Surveyors; and Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss Deemer
Peak minor subdivision for preliminary review. Mr. Warren presented the project
and the Board had questions regarding the road easements and road maintenance.
Commissioner Patton opened the meeting to public comment. Mr. Spencer noted
he has lived in the area since 1981 and has concerns about the safety of the
road because of the width of the road and excessive grade. He also had concerns
about fire safety. Mr. Wayland commented in addition to his written comments
on possible septic issues. Commissioner Patton noted the issues with the road
approach on Highway 28. Dan read staff recommendations and facts. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to deny the preliminary plat for Deemer Peak minor subdivision
upon the staff submitted findings of facts as follows: 1) the existing private
road providing access to this site does not meet even a minimal county standard
for providing physical access to the site. The current approach for Deemer Creek
Road onto Highway 28 does not allow for adequate intersection sight distances;
2) the risk to public health of residents of the area is a concern. Based on
available information the geology and topography of this area may render individual
conventional on-site sewer systems unfeasible. Failure of on-site systems may
lead to problems for existing residents located directly down slope from this
project. Therefore, the plat may adversely impact the public health and safety
of area residents; 3) the provision of emergency services to this area, especially
fire protection is a major concern. The existing road is inadequate to allow
for fire suppression equipment access. There is no source of water available
for fire suppression at this site. The plat does not comply with the fire protection
section of Sanders County Subdivision Regulations; 4) while there is no specific
requirement for secondary access roads in most area, any area that could pose
a high fire hazard should have at a minimum a seasonal secondary access route
established; and 5) development on this project will require excavation of building
pads and large road cuts and fills resulting in a negative impact on the environment
from erosion, bank slumping and noxious weed invasion. These impacts will require
constant monitoring to ensure mitigation, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-002 of intent to continue
with property and liability insurance with JPIA/MACo, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Roll call votes as follows: Commissioner Laws - aye; Commissioner Brooker
- aye; and Commissioner Patton - aye. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 17, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, April 17th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner
Laws left at 10:15 a.m. to inspect the CAT at the Thompson Falls Airport and
returned at 11:00 a.m.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) easement on North Road in Hot Springs
with Tribe for water system; 2) letter to irrigator regarding sprinkler system
on roads; and 3) council on aging position.
The Board attended the CDC meeting. (Detailed minutes on file with Steve Simonson).
Frank Carr, Developer; Ron Warren, Rocky Mountain Surveyors; and Dan Miles,
Senior Planner met with the Board for the reconvening of Carr minor subdivision.
Mr. Warren presented the project to the Board. The Board had questions on the
road, wells in the area, splitting lots by a road, the provision of on-site
sewer disposal systems. Mr. Warren noted that each lot could have a disposal
system as there was adequate room. The Board expressed concerns about the connections
of the new road to the City Street (Ryan) and a major concern about the provision
of water for fire suppression and the adequacy of the road for fire equipment.
The Board discussed the comments from the Plains Planning Board. Dan presented
his findings of facts and read said findings to the Board. Commissioner Laws
motioned to deny the Carr Merrit minor subdivision upon the staffs findings
of facts as follows: 1) the complex and excessive number of conditions that
would be necessary to bring this plat as submitted into compliance with the
Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, the Montana Subdivision and Platting
Act and to mitigate the impacts of the project preclude the conditional approval
of this project; 2) the road being proposed for this project was constructed
in violation of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations and does not comply
with those standards. The issue of connecting to the Town of Plains street system
has not been discussed and verified. Thus, the plat does not provide for adequate
physical access to the lots; 3) the risk to public health of residents of the
area is a concern. Based on available information the geology and topography
of this area may render individual conventional on-site sewer systems unfeasible.
Failure of on-site systems may lead to problems of existing residents located
directly down slope from this project. Therefore, the plat may adversely impact
the public health and safety of the area residents; 4) while there is no specific
requirement of secondary access roads in most areas, any area that could pose
a high fire hazard should have at a minimum a seasonal secondary access route
established; and 5) the project is currently having a negative impact on the
environment from erosion, bank slumping and noxious weed invasion. These impacts
are not currently being mitigated, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion
was unanimously carried.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept Ricky Gould's resignation as OEM Coordinator
and to advertise for said position, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried.
The Board recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 7:00 p.m. for the public meeting on the redistricting
Commissioners Districts and renumbering of the voting precincts. Present were:
J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor. As no public appeared the Board
adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 21, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session
on Monday, April 21st at 7:00 p.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner. Others present were: Carolyn Trochman. The Board
briefly explained about the redistricting and why they were waiting for the
2000 census certification. The Board adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 23, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, April 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Harold
L. Laws arrived at 3:30 p.m.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) the final plat for Perma Quarry . Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant
final plat approval as the developer has met all the conditions of preliminary
plat approval, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried;
and 2) the final plat for Evergreen Ridge. Commissioner Brooker motioned to
grant final plat approval as the developer has met all the conditions of preliminary
approval, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board requested the presence of Dixie Nichols, Computer Systems Manager
to discuss a personnel issue, therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner
Patton closed the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
The Board requested the presence of Roni Wright, Deputy Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
to discuss a personnel issue, therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner
Patton closed the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist requested to meet with the Board, as he was not
on the agenda, to discuss a support letter from the Board for the CDBG Grant
for Clark Fork Valley Hospital Improvement Project.
Brian Burky, AVISTA/Chairman of Sanders County Park Board; Bob Zimmerman, County
Attorney; and Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss the donation
$7,500.00 from PPL for maintenance of the and method of contracting maintenance
of Wild Good Landing. Also discussed the dock restrooms; erosion control; CTEP
High Bridge Project; the beautification project; Heron Park grant; and proposed
Blue Slide Road walking trail.
Rick Gould, OEM Coordinator requested to meet with the Board as he was not on
the agenda to discuss the Thompson Falls Elementary School building inadequacy
in case of an earthquake and the coming public meeting.
The Board recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 7:00 p.m. for the public meeting on Redistricting in
Hot Springs. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; and Carol Brooker, Commissioner.
Others present were: Larry Young; Harry Conner Jr.; Gwen Nelson; Patricia Managhan;
Olive Brown; Beverly Watts; and Hugh Butler. Commissioner Patton gave a brief
presentation on the redistricting. There was no public comment. The Board adjourned
at 8:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 29, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, April 29th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims for the amount of $245,595.74;
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss the rural addressing
atlas and look at examples.
The Board proceeded to open sealed bids received for road oil. Bids were received
from the following: Montana Refining Company; Cenex Harvest States; and Idaho
Asphalt Inc. Commissioner Laws motioned to take said bids under advisement,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried. (Original
bids on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board proceeded to open the one bid for culverts and bands received from
Roscoe Steel & Culvert Company. Commissioner Brooker motioned to award the
culvert and band bid to Roscoe Steel & Culvert Company for fiscal year 2003-2003,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried. (Original bid
on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools met with the Board to present pending
tax abatements.
The Board recessed at 3:55 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 7:00 p.m. at the Plains Pavilion for the public meeting
on Redistricting. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; and Carol Brooker,
Commissioner. As there was no public the Board adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY,
MONTANA
APRIL 30, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, April 30th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker arrived at 10:10 a.m.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims for the amount of $151,840.22, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss the
consolidation of the elected Surveyors position with the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office.
Bob Bunch; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; and Mark Denke, Coroner/Chief Dispatcher met
with the Board to discuss the legal liability considerations regarding the disposition
of deceased individuals. Mark & Bob will check with legal counsel and report
back to the Board. Also discussed was the proposed consolidation of the Coroner's
Office with the Sheriff's Office.
Mr. & Mrs. Frank Duval requested to meet with the Board as they were not
on the scheduled agenda to discuss the Troy & Rock Creek Mines and a possible
tour of the mines.
Kathy Logan, Rocky Mountain Surveyors; and Dan Miles, Senior Planner; met with
the Board for the public hearing on the Leufkens Tradewinds Subdivision. Kathy
presented the project to the Board a project adjacent to Tradewinds Commercial
Park East of Thompson Falls. The Board discussed the need for a Master Subdivision
Plan for the area. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant preliminary approval
based upon the submitted findings of fact and the following conditions being
met prior to final plat approval: a) that the private road is constructed and
a maintenance agreement filed prior to final plat approval; and b) that the
final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision
Regulations, local regulations, the laws and administrative rules of the State
of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending April 30,
2003 and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board adjourned 4:40 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 3, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, June 3rd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner
Laws left for a short period of time during the day.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss and review the following:
1) the preliminary plat for Walker minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to grant preliminary approval upon the submitting finding of facts and the following
condition being met prior to final plat approval: a) that the final subdivision
shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations,
the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana; and 2) discussed
the OEM position and the decision to extend the job opening for one week.
Herb Lay and Carla Parks met with the Board to discuss changes in the county's
chemical dependency program to a larger agency due to the pending closure of
Recovery Northwest.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; and Brenda Franck, Deputy Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor met with the Board at the Boards request to discuss
employee health insurance increase and the cost of living adjustment of fiscal
year 2003-2004 for budgeting purposes.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist requested to meet with the Board as he was not
on the agenda to discuss last months EDC meeting and update on the Clark Fork
Valley Hospital CDBG Grant.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending May 31, 2003,
and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
It was the consensus of the Board to post for 9:00 a.m. on the following dates
to review budgets: June 13th, 16th, 18th, 25th, and 26th; and to repost for
June 18th which was previously canceled.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept Samuel Burt's resignation from the Trout
Creek Park District effective immediately, seconded by Commissioner Patton.
Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to extend the existing Junk Vehicle Hauling Contract
with Doug's Towing & Auto Service for one year, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Upon the recommendation of the Trout Creek Park District, Commissioner Brooker
motioned to appoint John Harris to said Board to fill the remaining term for
Samuel Burt, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned that the County increase the county's contribution
to the county employees health insurance premium by $17.50 per employee and
that all employees be given 1.6% cost of living adjustment for fiscal year 2003-2004,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 4, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana were scheduled to meet
in regular session on Wednesday, June 4th at 10:00 a.m. but due to a lack of
a quorum the meeting was canceled.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 5, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, June 5th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was attending a meeting in Helena, Montana.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 12, 2003
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The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, June 12th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) the Brown minor subdivision plat for preliminary review. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval upon the submitted findings
of fact and the following contingencies being met prior to final plat approval:
a) that the legal and physical access to the lots is verified; and b) that the
final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision
Regulations, the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) presented the Fryxell
minor subdivision for preliminary approval. Commissioner Brooker motioned to
grant conditional preliminary approval upon the submitted findings of facts
and the following contingencies being met prior to final plat approval: a) that
an easement be created for the existing dwelling units, located on adjacent
ownership, that currently utilize an existing private road that crosses over
this property providing access to the dwellings; b) that all cut and fill areas
and other sites disturbed by construction are re-seeded and adequate erosion
control measures established prior to final plat approval; and c) that the final
subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision
Regulations, the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Helen Meadows; Shirley King; Joseph & Linda Rochleau; Rita Lundgren; Art
Harlow; Barbara Behan; Frank Sularz; and Tom Eggensperger, Sanders County Ledger
met with the Board to request that the Commissioners to implement a 2 mill levy
to fund the operation and maintenance of museums countywide.
Mike Cummins, Flathead Chemical Dependency Representative; and Carla Parks met
with Board to discuss a proposed contract with Flathead Chemical Dependency
with Sanders and Lincoln counties. Also present was Bob Beitz, Justice of the
Peace.
Bob Beitz, Justice of the Peace met with the Board to discuss the public defender
issue.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) HB 94 public participation requirement.
Naomi will research the issue; 2) the Thompson Falls Gravel Pit (Ashley Creek).
Naomi will prepare the required deed and transfer of ownership; 3) Dixon Rural
Fire District lease of county property in Dixon; and 4) mill levy for Historical
Society for funding for operations and maintenance. Naomi will research tax
law on the mill levy.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the revised Cash Report for the period ending May 31, 2003
and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint the following individuals to the
Park Commission: Brian Burkey-3 year term; Ty Damaskos-3 year term; and Phil
Crismore-2 year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Upon the recommendation of the Thompson Falls Library Board, Commissioner Brooker
motioned to appoint Judy Hopkins to fill the vacant term left by Beth McGee,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-007 canceling outstanding
warrants over a year old for the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried. (Original resolution on
file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Chairman sign the Notice to Proceed,
Contract, and Sponsor Certificate for Equip Construction with JTL Group, Inc.
for the Thompson Falls Airport Improvement Project, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 13, 2003
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
June 13, 2003
The Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special
session on Friday, June 13th at 9:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Terrie Lukes, Acting Secretary.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss budgets for fiscal year 2003-2004.
Claude Burlingame; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney requested to meet with
the Board as they were not on the scheduled to agenda to discuss the following:
1) railroad right-of-way ownership on odd numbered section; and Noxon Park access.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney requested to meet with the Board as he was not
on the agenda to discuss the County Attorney's salary and the state share.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to further review
and discuss proposed budgets for fiscal year 2003-2004.
The Board adjourned at 4:45 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Acting Secretary
Terrie Lukes
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 14, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session
on Monday, June 16th at 9:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
met with the Board to discuss taxes paid under protest. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to order the Sanders County Treasurer to release 75% of the second
half of the 2002 protested taxes for distribution, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss the proposed budgets for fiscal year 2003-2004.
The Board requested the presence of Dan Miles, Senior Planner to discuss Forest
Service money budget item for additional road mapping costs.
The Board requested the presence of Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Donna Neal, Administrative
Assistant for the Sheriff's Office; Dennis Doney, Chief Detention Officer; and
Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications Officer to review and discuss the Public
Safety proposed budget for fiscal year 2003-2004.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to hold interviews for the OEM position on
June 27, 2003 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 17, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, June 17th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board attended the Sanders County Solid Waste Refuse Disposal Board meeting.
Others present were: Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; Laura Nicoli; Sandra
Davis; Carolyn Trochman; Dave Schopp; Audie Hanley; and Gail Therrian. Topics
discussed included: 1) refuse appeals for the following: Community Service Fellowship
presented by Carolyn Trochman. It was the consensus of the Board to research
the issue of non-profit organizations paying fees and what other county policies
are; Steven & Helena Vincent requested that their fees be reduced as they
were being charged on the mobile and land. Commissioner Laws motioned to reduce
the number units from 2 to 1 unit, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion
was unanimously carried; Sam & Marcella Tomas appeal, the Board requested
more information; Odell Sorlie's fee was removed once but appeared on taxes
again, therefore, the Board requested to know why the fee was removed the first
time; Wayne & Laurie Dykstra appeal, the Board requested more information;
George Nuesse appeal, the Board reviewed the site and reported there is a feed
business, a shop and rented camp trailer on the property, therefore, Commissioner
Brooker motioned to leave the 2 units on said property, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried; Joan Frick & Glen Gerber appeal,
Commissioner Patton motioned to leave fee as is, seconded by Commissioner Brooker.
Motion was unanimously carried; 2) discussed proposed glass recycling project
with Bar/Tavern owners and what the crushed glass would be used for; 3) public
comment about the proposed glass recycling project: concerns about public using
private dumpsters for glass only and who is responsible if this occurs, concerns
about number of units bars are being charged now, and comments about it being
a good project; 4) Solid Waste Supervisor reports; 5) vermi-composting machine
should arrive on Thursday; 6) setting up one day a week to sell worms, compost
and castings; 7) billing and collection reports; 8) funds received from recycle
material; 9) a member of the Advisory Board requested the Board re-implement
the PAYT program; 10) budget line item for pending grants; 11) discussed purchasing
containers for glass recycling project. It was the consensus of the Board to
go ahead and purchase said containers; 12) discussed having locks installed,
the logo and colors of glass recycling containers; and 13) executive session
to discuss personnel, therefore, as presiding officer Commissioner Laws closed
this portion of the meeting per 2-3-203(3) MCA. (Detailed minutes on file in
the Commissioner's files).
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the
OEM interview time, dates, and types of questions to ask; and 2) discussed a
possible road easement abandonment in the Heron area.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss proposed budgets fiscal year 2003-2004.
The Board requested the presence of Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney to discuss
the lease of County property located in Dixon to the Dixon Public Safety Center;
and the required public hearing on elected official's salaries.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to contract with Flathead Valley Chemical Dependency
for fiscal year 2003-2004, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 18, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, June 18th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Harold
L. Laws was attending a Department of Transportation, Secondary Road meeting
in Missoula.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor canceled the budget meetings for
today.
Tootie Welker, Sanders County Coalition for Families; Gene Arnold, Sheriff;
and Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss
the procedure for handling grant funds from the Department of Justice, Violence
Against Women grant.
The Board adjourned at 3:40 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 24, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, June 24th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was on vacation.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the
questions for the OEM interviews on June 27th and 2) access problems for the
Bruce Brown minor subdivision.
Dave Montelius, Western State Insurance met with the Board to review and discuss
casualty and property insurance renewal.
The Board attended the Sanders County Schools Transportation meeting. (Detailed
minutes on file with the Superintendent of Schools).
Marc Carstens, Surveyor; and Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board for
the public hearing on Whitetail Meadows major subdivision. Marc representing
the applicants Everett and Jeanine Robbins presented the seven lot subdivision.
There was no public present for the public hearing. Commissioner Laws motioned
to grant conditional preliminary approval of Whitetail Meadows subdivision upon
the submitted findings of fact and the following contingencies being met prior
to final plat approval: a) that all drive approaches onto Weber Gulch Road (Columbia)
be permitted by the county prior to any construction; b) that the private road
providing access to Lots 2, 3, 7, is constructed and a maintenance agreement
file prior too or concurrent with the final plat approval; and an approved turnaround
must be constructed at the end of the road. The road must be named and a road
name sign must be installed prior too or concurrent with final plat approval;
c) that a written easement for an additional (15 feet) be granted to Sanders
County for the existing Weber Gulch Road (Columbia) half width right-of-way
of (30 feet); d) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed Control
Board of A Noxious Weed and Re-vegetation Plan before any construction of the
lots; e) that the subdivision complies with the subdivision regulations in regard
to providing an adequate water supply for fire suppression activities. The method
of compliance must be determined prior to final plat approval; and f) that the
final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision
Regulations, local regulations, the laws and administrative rules of the State
of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-008 distributing the senior
mill levy funds to the seven Senior Centers, seconded by Commissioner Patton.
Motion was unanimously carried. (Original resolution on file in the Clerk &
Recorder-Assessor's Office).
Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Chairman sign the Airport Insurance Renewal
Policy, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to sign the contract with Department of Revenue for
office space in the Courthouse, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was
unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Chairman sign the Grant Offer Agreement
with the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Thompson Falls Airport Improvement
Project #3-30-0076-004-2003, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Chairman sign the CIP/Preapplication
Data Sheet for the Plains Airport Improvement Project land acquisition and land
use planning, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 25, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, June 25th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss proposed budgets for fiscal year 2003-2004.
John Halpop, John Nelson, Richard Prongua, and Harold Savik, Weed Board members;
and Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review
and discuss the proposed weed budget for fiscal year 2003-2004.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss proposed budgets for fiscal year 2003-2004.
Jason Altmiller and Linda Tibbles met with the Board to discuss a road issue
off of McLaughlin Creek Road at the edge of Paradise.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss proposed budgets for fiscal year 2003-2004.
Dee Ann Cooney, MACo Attorney met with the Board to discuss a litigation issue,
therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed the meeting to the
public per 2-3-203(4) MCA
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 26, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, June 26th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Commissioner Laws had to attend depositions off and on during the day.
The Board attended the Economic Development meeting at Boomtown Café.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the law pertaining to mill levy
caps for the Historical Society requested mill levy; 2) Deputy County Attorney
appointment; 3) the County land lease for Dixon Public Safety Center; and 4)
vehicles parked along county right-of-way in Dixon.
Nolan Parker; Jeremy Dvorak, Sanitarian; and Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with
the Board to discuss a food safety issue. The Board recommended Mr. Parker attend
the Board of Health meeting on July 2nd at 1:30 p.m.
John Halpop, Extension Agent met with the Board to present the Montana State
University (MSU) Extension Agreement for signature and to discuss budgets. Commissioner
Laws motioned to sign the MSU Extension Agreement for fiscal year 2003-2004,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-009 authorizing the appointment
of a Deputy County Attorney, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried.
The Board adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE 27, 2003
Board
of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session on
Friday, June 27th at 8:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board held interviews for the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) position.
The following individuals were interviewed: James Lentz; William (Bill) Naegeli;
and Charles Palmer.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims for the amount of $252,782.67
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims for the amount of $345,975.85 and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
Carol DeMann met with the Board to discuss TV charges and the unavailability
of PBS in her area.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss the problems with buildings
in the floodplain area and the newly approved FEMA maps.
The Board adjourned at 3:45 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 01, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, July 1st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) the OEM position; and 2) the possibility of a traffic study on Cherry Creek
Road.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-010 allowing for public
participation. (Original resolution on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office).
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Jo Carpenter to the Plains Public Library
District Board of Trustees for a five year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board examined the securities from Rocky Mountain Bank and the First State
Bank of Thompson Falls.
The following elected officials were given permission to leave state for short
intervals of time during the next 60 days: J. Gail Patton; Carol Brooker; Harold
L. Laws; Pat Ingraham; Carol Turk; Dianne Rummel; Bob Beitz; Bob Zimmerman;
Suzanne Cooperman; Gene Arnold; and Mark Denke.
It was the consensus of the Board to post for cancellation on July 15th and
16th due to conflicting schedules.
Commissioner Laws motioned to sign the lease for Dixon's Public Safety Center,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried. (Original
lease on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending June 30, 2003
and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
Commissioner Laws motioned to offer employment to James Lentz as the OEM Coordinator,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
It was the consensus of the Board to have the Chairman sign the insurance renewal
for the Fire Districts.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 02, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Chairman; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Maureen Plovzek; Barbara Shallenberger; Barbara Jo Belles; James & Pricilla
Plante; Mike Hashisaki, Fair Manager; Carol Turk, Treasurer; Pat Ingraham, Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor met with the Board for the public hearing on the proposed
increase to County employees health insurance. Public comment as follows: concerns
about cost to taxpayers and why should the taxpayers be responsible for employees
health insurance; what is the average increase to taxpayers; Board should consider
freezing health insurance; publication of notice in legal notices; suggestion
that the taxpayers contact the legislature to change the law; cost of placing
ads for notification; suggestion that hearings be put on the reader boards at
the Bank in Plains and in Thompson Falls; increase tax to pay insurance or cut
employees and services; and the request that the Board put forth a motion to
freeze the insurance were it is now.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present Resolution
2003-010 year end budget resolution. Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt
Resolution 2003-010, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board attended the regular quarterly Board of Health meeting. Others present
were: Frank Chema; Dr. Jacob Lulack; Dr. Robert Gregg, DVM; Jeremy Dvorak, Sanitarian;
Dan Miles, Senior Planner; and Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse/Officer. Topics
discussed included: 1) inspection of food establishment with violations that
have been recently corrected; 2) Payzant septic system violation and requested
extension for the corrective action plan. As there is no health risk at this
time, Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant requested extension up to one year
to bring system into compliance, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Roll call votes
as follows: Dr. Gregg - aye, Dr. Lulack-nay, Commissioner Brooker-aye, Commissioner
Laws-aye, and Commissioner Patton-aye. Motion was carried by majority vote;
3) the Stagg Society septic system violation and the blatant disregard for regulations.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to continue the investigation on the Stagg Society,
seconded by Dr. Gregg. Motion was unanimously carried; 4) the handling of an
existing septic system and the addition of a new system for Frank Chema. Dr.
Gregg motioned to grant a variance from bringing the old existing system up
to county standards, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried; 5) food borne illness outbreak in Sanders County in which 50 individuals
got very ill a couple of months ago and just contacted the county a few days
ago. Jeremy did investigate the establishment in question and issued violations
accordingly; 6) temporary food preparation permit for special events and the
violations that occurred on Plains Day; 7) a landowner who installed a permitted
septic system that has a permit but was installed wrong and was not inspection
the Noxon area. Dr. Lulack motioned that a surface inspection be performed and
reported back to the Board of Health at their next meeting, seconded by Dr.
Gregg. Motion was unanimously carried; 8) a septic installer who requested that
the length of a drainfield be extended to add a new house and extended said
drainfield without approval and did not give notice of closure for inspection.
System is not up to state or county standards and the sanitarian would like
the Board of Health to sign off on as built. Commissioner Brooker motioned to
have the Chairman the Board of Health sign requested as built and a strongly
written letter be sent to the installer giving him warning that his license
is in jeopardy, seconded by Dr. Gregg. Motion was unanimously carried; 9) an
establishment asking for permit on system that was installed over a year ago
in which the state approved the design and system was installed and covered
before the engineer could inspect system design and the engineer refuses to
sign off on said system. Dr. Gregg motioned to not issue permit until the engineer
signs off on his design and the system is state approved, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 10) Cindy reported on the increase in
communicable diseases in Sanders County; 11) dog bite calls and rabies testing.
The testing labs for rabies testing are now charging $25.00 for small animals
and $50.00 for larger animals and $25.00 and up for disposal of carcasses; 12)
the county may have to establish fees for rabies testing; 13) the meeting was
then opened to public comment as follows: Mike Hashisaki, Fair Manager would
like for Jeremy to come to fairgrounds before the fair to discuss the waste
water system. (Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's files)
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Quarterly Report for the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office for the period ending June 30, 2003 and instructed the Clerk to file
said report.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to offer William Naegeli the OEM Coordinator position
as a previous offer for said position was declined, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 03, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, July 3rd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Harold
L. Laws arrived after lunch.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) research gambling ordinances; and 2) Noxon Water Board easement.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) Hot Springs Nursing Home; 2) the proposed Dixon Public Safety Center; 3)
Thompson River Co-gen; and 4) an Administrative Assistant through the Forest
Service Grant.
The Board adjourned at 3:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 08, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, July 8th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner; and William (Bill) Naegeli, OEM Coordinator met with
the Board to discuss expectations and role of the OEM position; and discussed
the Pre-disaster Mitigation Planning project, which is the beginning phase.
Janice Barber; Vanessa Fitchett; Barry Fowler; John Serle; Carla Neiman; and
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss the possible closure
of the Hot Springs Rest Home, loss of 28 jobs in Hot Springs and possible ways
of keeping the rest home open.
Beau Rawlins met with the Board to discuss grant sponsors and possible funding
for the Dixon Public Safety Center.
The Board requested the presence of Jackie Dean, Commissioner's/Solid Waste
Administrative Assistant to discuss the use of the downstairs office space.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss and
review proposed budgets for fiscal year 2003-2004.
The Board discussed the Title III funds for the completion of the Rural Addressing
project in the amount of $38,200.00 and the request by the Historical Society
for the 1910 Great Fire and CC Camps Research Projects for the amount of $12,000.00.
It was the consensus of the Board to advertise for public comment period of
45 days on these proposed projects. (Original Notice on file in the Clerk &
Recorder-Assessor's Office).
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-011 to levy tax for employee
group health benefits, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried.
It was the consensus of the Board to post to attend the Plains Airport Mitigation
meeting on August 5, 2003.
The Board adjourned at 3:55 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 09, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, July 9th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss and
review the proposed budgets for fiscal year 2003-2004.
The Salary Compensation Committee held the public hearing for the Elected Officials
Salaries. Present were: the Board of County Commissioners; Tom Eggensperger;
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; and Dianne Rummel, Clerk of District Court.
Tom Eggensperger, Acting Chairman for said Committee called the meeting to order
at 1:03 p.m. and asked for public comment on the elected official's salaries.
The only comment made was it was not enough. Chairman Eggensperger asked again
if there was any public comment, as there was none, the meeting was adjourned
at 1:05 p.m.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss possible trial
investigation detective.
Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Donna Neal, Sheriff's Administrative Assistant; Rube Wrightman,
Undersherff; Dennis Doney, Chief Detention Officer; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss and review the Public
Safety budget for fiscal year 2003-2004.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Quarterly Report from the Clerk of District Court for
the period ending June 30, 2003, and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 10, 2003
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
July 10, 2003
The Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular
session on Thursday, July 10th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was attending a NACo meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss the possible closure
of the rest home in Hot Springs.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss 1) old Heron landfill property line location; 2) Commissioner's
redistricting approval; and 3) Hot Springs rest home possible closure.
Board adjourned at 3:40 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 17, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, July 17th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) the preliminary plat for Caldwell minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval upon the following contingencies
being prior to final plat approval: a) that the final subdivision shall comply
with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, local regulations,
the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) discussed having Steve Simonson, Sanders
County Economic Development Corporation complete the fire-wise training workshops
to finish the grant requirements; and 3) discussed having the legal descriptions
of the legislative districts compiled for the Election Administrator.
Noami Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the Thompson Falls Airport exclusive
rights to sell fuel; 2) lease and insurance for fuel sells; and 3) the Heron
landfill, GIS records of garbage trenches and the lack of these records at the
state level.
Steve Johnson; and Mark Denke, Chief Dispatcher met with the Board to discuss
upcoming Union negotiations.
Commissioner Laws left to attend Union negotiations at 2:00 p.m. and returned
at 2:40 p.m.
Peter & Rebecca DelGiudice; Bob Butte; Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor
requested to meet with the Board as they were not on the scheduled agenda to
discuss the non-typical solid waste hauling.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss the proposed final budgets for fiscal year 2003-2004.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the MCH Grant #04-07-5-01-045-0
with the Department of Public Health and Human Services for fiscal year 2003-2004,
seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the Immunization Grant
#03-07-4-31-042-0 with the Department of Public Health and Human Services for
fiscal year 2003-2004.
The Board examined the Quarterly Report for the Sheriff's Office for the period
ending June 30, 2003 and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending June 30, 2003 and instructed
the Clerk to file said report.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-013 setting Stage I fire
restrictions, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept Robert Brickzins resignation from the
Thompson Falls TV District effect immediately, seconded by Commissioner Patton.
Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Board sign the Montana Disaster &
Emergency Services Division PA Form 1, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Jim Stobie to the Hot Springs TV District
to fill the remainder of Dean Kleppens term, seconded by Commissioner Patton.
Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:15 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 23, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, July 23rd at 9:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was not in attendance.
The Board attended the regular quarterly Safety Committee meeting. Others present
were: Mike Chenoweth, Weed Coordinator; Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator; Jim Inman,
Solid Waste Supervisor; Jim Watts, Foreman, District #1; Jim Marich, Custodial
Engineer; Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse/Officer; and Mark Loraas, District
#2 Foreman. Topics discussed included: 1) the review of the following incident/accident
reports: a) Jim Inman slipped on steps; b) Lee Kinzer slipped on steps; c) Roy
Parmalee tussle with inmate; d) Donna Neal fell off sidewalk; e) Marion Swanson
fell on sidewalk; and f) Jack Woods dropped ramp on foot; 2) loss ratio (workers
compensation) average holding good; and 3) the nominations and election of replacement
Safety Director and Vice-Safety Director. Mike Chenoweth was elected Safety
Director, and Jim Wilson was elected Vice-Safety Director until January 2004.
The Board attended the regular quarterly Department Head meeting. Others present
were: Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; Dan Miles, Senior Planner; John Halpop,
Extension Agent; Mark Loraas, Foreman District #2; Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator;
Lynne Burns, Deputy Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Ruth Kuykendall, Bookmobile
Librarian; Mike Chenoweth, Weed Coordinator; Jim Marich, Custodial Engineer;
Carol Turk, Treasurer; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; Cindy Morgan, Public
Health Nurse/Officer; and for a short time Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor.
Topics discussed included: 1) introduction of new employees Bill Naegeli and
Mike Chenoweth; 2) the rural addressing project verification phase, then postal
matching, physical address changes, and the installation of signs; 3) redistricting
of Commissioner districts; 4) the budgeting process and the large cuts in some
budgets; 5) completion of CPR classes for road and weed crews; 6) the new regulations
on meal reimbursements; 7) relay for life cookbook sales and luminaries; 8)
new long distant phones codes for all employees; 9) the laboratories now charge
for rabies testing on bats and other animals; 10) new containers for glass recycling
project will be delivered Thursday of next week; 11) purchase of recycling truck
for glass project bought by grant funds; 12) vermin composting separating machine;
13) grasshopper infestation in Hot Springs area and the sale of grasshopper
bait; 14) EDC soliciting names for new Board members; 15) PPL filing protest
on 2003-2004 assessments; 16) new step for bookmobile; 17) Stage I fire restrictions
in effect and possible Stage II by next week; 18) grant monies received by Homeland
Security for OEM and Fire; 19) Rusk Skeleton Weed project and new sites; 20)
Milltown Dam issue and upcoming meeting; 21) Co-Gen meeting; 22) Thompson Falls
Airport Improvement Project progress; and 23) fairgrounds septic system.
The Board attended the regularly scheduled Solid Waste Disposal meeting. Others
present were: Jerry Shively, Sandra Davis, Butch Millar, Solid Waste Disposal
Advisory Board members; and Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor. Commissioner
Laws, Chairman of the Solid Waste Disposal Board of Directors opened the meeting
and the following topics were discussed: 1) the refuse appeal for the Noxon
Community Fellowship. Commissioner Patton motioned to abate the solid waste
fees for the Noxon Community Fellowship this one time only with the understanding
that they be sent a letter from the County Attorney requiring them to pay the
fees in the future, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried;
2) Tomas refuse appeal. Commissioner Patton motioned to remove the solid waste
fees from Samuel & Marcella Tomas's property where no buildings exist, and
reimburse them for two years, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried; 3) reports on bales of cardboard; nontypical waste; and glass recycling;
4) reports on funds received from non-typical waste recycling and billing; 5)
2003 EPA grant denial; 6) vermi-composting equipment and price of by product
will be $4.50 per cubic foot bag and $35.00 per bob cat bucket; 7) cost of one
pound of vermi worms will be $13.00; 8) purchase of smaller garbage truck for
the glass recycling project from grant funds; 9) public comment on truck purchase
for glass project; and 10) the request from Advisory Board member to keep track
of all glass picked up from bars for analysis purpose.
The Board adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 29, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, July 29th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner J. Gail
Patton was not in attendance.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) discussed the status of the Ross Creek Fire; 2) reviewed the status of the
rural addressing project; and 3) noted that a surveyor would be hired to help
provide a legal description of the new legislative boundaries.
The Board attended a Special Board of Health. Others present were: Jeremy Dvorak,
Sanitarian; Dan Miles, Senior Planner; Dr. Jacob Lulack, MD; Jim Hilt met with
the Board to discuss a variance using the infiltrator system due to the terrain.
After Mr. Hilt present the reasons for the infiltrator system and the agreement
of Jeremy, with the understanding that Mr. Hilt will have to provide the specifications
of the system to the Sanitarian, Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant the
requested variance for the infiltrator system, seconded by Dr. Lulack. Motion
was unanimously carried. (Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's files).
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Lisa Wadsworth, Lynne Burns, Roni
Wright Deputy Clerk & Recorder-Assessors; and Dan Miles, Senior Planner
met with the Board to review and discuss the Commissioner's new district boundaries.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-015 imposing Stage II
fire restrictions, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
(Original resolution on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-016 declaration of emergency
due to the fire situation, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried. (Original resolution on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office).
The Board adjourned at 4:10 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 30, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, July 30th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims for the amount of $251,815.14,
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist requested to meet with the Board as he was not
on the scheduled agenda to discuss the Hot Springs Evergreen Rest Home and the
lawsuit on Forest Service road obliteration.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner; and Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator met with the Board
to discuss the need for a cell phone for OEM.
Jim Mershon requested to meet with the Board as he was not on the scheduled
agenda to discuss the comments on the Kootenai Forest Management Plan.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY 31, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, July 31st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was not in attendance.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims for the amount of $508,688.19, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
Noami Leisz, Deputy County Attorney and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with
the Board to discuss the following: 1) Heron property exchange for park lands;
2) Thompson Falls Airport fuel supplier contract; 3) the interest on the park
fund for maintenance on parklands; 4) the need for a baseline data collection
at Thompson Falls dame before removal of the Mill Town Dam; and 5) Dixon speed
limit on B Street.
The Board adjourned at 3:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST 05, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, August 5th at 9:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Rick Donaldson, Robert Peccia & Associates; Lon Dale, Attorney; Lloyd Bache;
Cathy Oliver; Robert Stonebrook; Leo Gebhardt; Ken Peterson, Attorney; Jim Trowbridge,
Land Appraiser; Gary Gales, Federal Aviation Attorney Representative; and Bob
Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board for mediation on the land acquisition
on the Plains Airport, and as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed
the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(4a) MCA.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST 06, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, August 6th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the preliminary
plat for Gobble minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional
preliminary approval upon the submitted findings of fact and the following contingencies
being met prior to final plat approval: a) that all new drive approaches onto
Pilgrim Creek Road be permitted by the county prior to any construction; b)
that a written easement be granted to Sanders County for an additional right-of-way
(10 feet) for Pilgrim Creek Road to establish a standard half-width right-of-way;
c) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed Control Board for A Noxious
Weed and Revegetation Plan before any construction on the lots; and d) that
the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County
Subdivision Regulations, local regulations, the laws and administrative rules
of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Sharlene Fitchett; Douglas & Nicole Guill; Brenda Fitchett; Calvin Fitchett;
Dennis & Cherry Clark; Richard & Deanna Baber; Jerry & Sherry Boquist;
Dave & Samantha Ardiana; Robert Kinser; Sue Manley; and Dan Miles, Senior
Planner met with the Board to discuss Heron Parkland and the land issue involving
Golden Pond.
James & Juanita Schlabach requested to meet with the Board as they were
not on the scheduled agenda to discuss a farmers market permit. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to grant said permit, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending July 31, 2003
and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST 07, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 7th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Jack Harwood, and John Harwood requested to meet with the Board as they were
not on the scheduled agenda to discuss the sale of his Trailer Park in Plains.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board regarding election
judges for the City of Thompson Falls September 9, 2003 Primary Election as
follows:
City
of Thompson Falls: *Phyllis Craddick
Sandra Friez
Joyce LaFriniere
Linde Pavlik
Marilyn Vaught - Alternate
It was the consensus of the Board to designate the following polling place and
times for the September 9, 2003 City of Thompson Falls Primary Election as follows:
CITY-TOWN
POLLING PLACE TIME
City
of Thompson Falls Thompson Falls Community Center 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) Heron landfill issue; 2) Golden
Pond subdivision property exchange and dedicated roads and park in the subdivision;
3) Paradise road issue; and 4) a speed limit for "B" Street in Dixon.
The Board adjourned at 3:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST 12,2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, August 12th at 8:50 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner J. Gail
Patton arrived at 9:45 a.m.
Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications Officer; and Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator;
met with Commissioner Brooker and Commissioner Laws to discuss the closure of
Cherry Creek Road at 8:50 a.m.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board for the following reasons: 1) request
two subdivision public hearing be set for Amended Lot 2, COS 2312; and Rehbein
Commercial Village 2; and 2) discuss the airport zoning processes and road naming
issues.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following:
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board for the final
budget hearings through out the day and there was no public participation.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-017 canceling outstanding
warrants over a year old for the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried. (Original resolution on
file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST 13,2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, August 13th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board held the budget public hearing and no public was present.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST 14,2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 14th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was attending the District #10 meeting in Hamilton, Montana.
Greg Archie, Bill O'Brien; Dan Miles, Senior Planner; Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator;
Donna Neal, Sheriff's Administrative Assistant; Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunication
Officer; and Gene Arnold, Sheriff met with the Board for Mr. O'Brien's training
on the required fire documentation in order to receive payment for services.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present Resolution
2003-018 redistricting Sanders County House and Senate Legislative boundaries.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-018, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried. (Original resolution on file in the Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor's Office).
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present Resolution
2003-019 adopting the final budget for fiscal year 2003-2004. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-019, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried. (Original resolution on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office).
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present the
following mill levies for fiscal year 2003-2004. It was the consensus of the
Board to adopt the following mill levies for fiscal year 2003-2004.
COUNTY
LEVIES SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
GENERAL
20.000 THOMPSON FALLS TV 15.00
ROAD 12.313 T.C./NOXON/HERON TV 15.00
BRIDGE 2.500 HOT SPRINGS TV 15.00
WEED 2.000 PLAINS TV 15.00
FAIR 1.000 SANDERS COUNTY REFUSE 90.00
AIRPORT 3.000 HOT SPRINGS REFUSE 85.00
COMPREHENSIVE INS. 3.250 DIXON REFUSE 108.00
CO. FREE LIBRARY 1.500
COUNTY AMBULANCE 2.000 SPECIAL DISTRICT LEVIES
SENIOR CITIZENS 2.480
PUBLIC SAFETY 18.000 PLAINS CEMETERY 3.020
P.E.R.S. 1.750 HERON/NOXON/CEMETERY 2.290
HEALTH INSURANCE 7.500 WHITEPINE/T.C. CEMETERY 2.460
PERMISSIVE MEDIAL LEVY 2.835 PARADISE IMPROVEMENT 26.000
SEARCH AND RESCUE 0.500 GREEN MOUNTAIN SOIL 1.650
OEM 0.209 EASTERN SANDERS SOIL 2.060
HERON RURAL FIRE 18.620
DIXON RURAL FIRE 25.960
HOT SPRINGS RURAL FIRE 12.410
THOMPSON FALLS RURAL FIRE 11.430
NOXON RURAL FIRE 11.790
PLAINS RURAL FIRE 29.870
TROUT CREEK RURAL FIRE 7.160
EAST SANDERS COUNTY HOSPITAL 4.450
PLAINS LIBRARY 9.540
THOMPSON FALLS LIBRARY 5.000
TROUT CREEK PARK 0.750
NOXON/HERON PUBLIC HOSPITAL 3.300
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST 21,2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 21st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) the preliminary plat for Kanisku Kamp minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval upon the submitted findings
of fact and the following contingencies being met prior to final plat approval:
a) that a written easement be granted to Sanders County for additional right-of-way
(20 feet) on the south side of the section line adjacent to Lot 1 for South
Hills Road to establish a standard width county road right-of-way; and b) that
the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County
Subdivision Regulations, local regulations, the laws and administrative rules
of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried; 2) the preliminary plat for Heidegger Estates minor subdivision. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval upon the submitted
findings of facts and the following contingencies being met prior to final plat
approval: a) that a written easement be granted to Sanders County for additional
right-of-way (20 feet) for Upper Reservoir Road to establish a standard width
county road right-of-way; b) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County
Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed & Revegetation Plan before any construction;
and c) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the
Sanders County Subdivisions Regulations, local regulations, the laws and administrative
rules of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried; 3) the preliminary plat for O'Connell minor subdivision. Commissioner
Laws motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval upon the submitted findings
of fact and the following contingencies being met prior to final plat approval:
a) that the private road is constructed to minimum county requirements and a
maintenance agreement filed prior too or concurrent with final plat approval,
an approved turnaround must be constructed at the end of the road. A road name
sign must be installed prior too or concurrent with final plat approval. Legal
access must also be verified prior to final plat approval; b) that verification
of a permit for the existing drive approach onto Highway 200 is provided prior
to final plat approval; c) that an additional ten (ten) fee of right-of-way
through these lots; and d) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed
Control Board for A Noxious Weed & Revegetation Plan before any construction
on the lots, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried;
and 4) it was the consensus of the Board to set the public hearing for Coyote
Crest Manor major subdivision for September 18, 2003. (Original public hearing
notice on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following:
The Board held the monthly Solid Waste Refuse Disposal Board meeting. Others
present were: Jerry Shively, Solid Waste Advisory Board. Topics discussed included:
1) refuse appeals for Erick & Nancy Hinkle. Commissioner Patton motioned
to refund the Hinkles $45.00 for last half of taxes, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried; James Fredrick Perry, it was the consensus
of the Solid Waste Board to remove the refuse fees from Mr. Perry's vacant lot;
Jerry Francis McDowell, it was the consensus of the Board to remove the solid
waste fee from Mr. McDowell's vacant lot; and William & Michele Furry. Commissioner
Patton motioned to refund Mr. & Mrs. Furry $90.00 one year refuse fees,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) the complaint
sent in on Ginger Ward; 3) funds received from the county's recycling; 4) new
construction report; and 5) size of bob-cat bucket in regards to costs for vermin-composting.
(Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's files).
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending July 31, 2003, and
instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST 26,2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana were scheduled to meet
in regular session on Tuesday, August 26th at 10:00 a.m., but due to a lack
of a quorum the meeting was canceled.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST 27,2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) discussed the GPS addressing equipment use by Sheriff's Office; and billing
for training and GPS work by Sheriff's Office for payment from addressing project.
Dixie Nichols, Computer Systems Manager met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) state network being down due to a virus; 2) updating virus scanning software
and patches for computer system; and 3) district court state computers being
county responsibility.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss the fiscal year 2002-2003 Management Discussion and Analysis section
annual reports.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present and
request the Board to set the following mill levies:
CITY
LEVIES SPECIAL LEVIES
CITY
OF THOMPSON FALLS 147.77 HOT SPRINGS LIBRARY 8.960
TOWN OF HOT SPRINGS 178.38
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Due to a clerical error the meeting with Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse/Officer
met with the Board on August 13, 2003 to discuss a volunteer nurse for the Red
Cross evacuation center for the Cherry Creek fire.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST 28,2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 28th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims for the amount of $258,343.02,
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims for the amount of $331,781.32, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
The Board adjourned at 1:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER 03, 2003
Board
of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session on
Wednesday, September 3rd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) presented the proposal from Sanders County Community Housing organization
which was received in response to a Request for Proposal for a housing survey.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept the proposal, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; and 2) discussed the proposed cash-in-lieu
of parkland received from Rex Conklin in regards to the preliminary plat of
Trout Creek Homesites.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) small business economic impact; 2) disaster loans available because of the
fires; 3) Montana Department of Commerce Regional Coordinating grants for non-profit,
low income services; 4) income survey for Plains Hospital grant; and 5) Forest
Service interface fire wise training meetings for residents in the Noxon and
Plains areas.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss the Management Discussion and Analysis (MDA) required by GASB-34 for
annual reports.
There were no gravel bids received.
John Rogers; Marlene Nelson; Bernie Stender; and Dan Miles, Senior Planner met
with the Board for the public hearing on Amended Lot 2, COS 2312 minor subdivision.
Mr. Stender presented the three lot re-subdivision, noting the covenants and
road. The Chairman opened the meeting to public comment. Mrs. Nelson noted concerns
for wildlife and traffic on South Hill Road and John Rogers noted concerns for
traffic, dust, decrease in property values and the location of the access road
which exits directly adjacent to his house causing problems with lights. The
Chairman closed the hearing and opened for discussion within the Board. Commissioner
Laws motioned to grant conditional approval upon the submitted findings of facts
and the following contingencies being met prior to final plat approval: a) that
a no-access easement be platted on the South Hill Road frontage of Lots 2-C
& 2-B; and b) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements
of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative rules
of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending August 31,
2003 and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
The following elected officials were given permission to leave the state for
short intervals of time during the next sixty days: J. Gail Patton; Carol Brooker;
Harold L. Laws; Pat Ingraham; Carol Turk; Dianne Rummel; Bob Beitz; Suzanne
Cooperman; Robert Zimmerman; Gene Arnold; and Mark Denke.
It was the consensus of the Board to post for special session on Monday, September
15, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. to attend the Sanders County Fair Board meeting.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER 10, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, September 10th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to discuss and review the following:
1) presented the final plat of Amended Tradewinds Lot 3 for approval and signatures.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant final plat approval as the developer
has met all the contingencies, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried; 2) discussed the status of the fairgrounds septic system replacement
and noted the changes in size and cost; 3) presented a letter of release for
letters of credit regarding subdivision roads in Mountain Springs subdivision
as the roads are complete and approved by the county; and 4) presented the preliminary
plat for Fleming minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional
preliminary approval upon the submitted findings of fact and the following contingencies
being met prior to final plat approval: a) that an easement be created for access
onto Parcel 2; b) that all cut and fill areas, and other sites disturbed by
construction are re-seeded and adequate erosion control measures established
prior to final plat; c) that a (50 foot) fifty foot no-construction buffer easement
for McLaughlin Creek be established and noted on the face of the final plat.
This easement shall be 25 feet (25 ft) on either side of creek channel centerline;
and d) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the
Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative rules of
the Sate of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present the
mil levy for the Town of Plains. It was the consensus of the Board to set the
Town of Plains mil levy at 123.415 for fiscal year 2003-2004.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor presented the Department of Revenue's
Library's entitlement funds and the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the
City of Thompson Falls, Town of Plains and Town of Hot Springs; and the official
entitlement disbursement sheet for fiscal year 2003-2004. The MOU's and Entitlements
disbursements were approved and sign by the Board.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to further review
and text development of the MD&A required by GASB-34.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to post for attendance to the MACo Conference
in Lewistown, Montana on September 21, 2003 through September 24, 2003; and
post for special session on September 29, 2003 to audit payroll and county claims.
It was the consensus of the Board to have the Chairman sign Contract #04-07-3-31-014-0
for the Community Based Montana Tobacco Use Prevention Program Grant with the
Department of Public Health and Human Services for fiscal year 2003-2004.
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending August 31, 2003 and
instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 11th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools; Carol Brooker, and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners,
acting as the County Canvassing Board of Sanders County, Montana canvassed votes
cast in the City of Thompson Falls Primary Election held in Sanders County on
September 9, 2003 do hereby certify that the foregoing abstract of election
returns consisting of page 259 in Book 2 of Abstract of Election Returns is
a full and correct abstract of all votes cast in said election.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) Noxon water district; and 2) the
issue at Golden Pond subdivision.
Jim Anderson, State DES; Bob Garza, FEMA; Bill Sou; and Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator
met with the Board to discuss eligible costs for on the Cherry Creek Fire.
Thorne Johnson, OPA Director met with the Board to discuss the annual agreement
with the County.
The Board adjourned at 3:30 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER 12, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session
on Friday, September 12th at 1:00 p.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The scheduled Plains Airport meeting was canceled due to the fact that the meeting
was previously canceled and the Commissioners were not notified, therefore,
the Board adjourned at 1:15 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER 16, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, September 16th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to review and discuss the following:
1) presented the preliminary plat for Stephens minor subdivision. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval upon the submitted
findings of facts and the following contingencies being met prior to final plat
approval: a) that a 50 foot non-construction buffer easement from Martin Creek
be established and noted on the face of the final plat. This easement shall
be 25 feet on either side of the existing creek bank; b) that legal access for
use of Martin Creek Road is verified prior to final plat approval. This area
will have only seasonal access; c) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County
Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed & Revegetation Plan before any construction
on the lots; and d) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements
of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative rules
of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried; and 2) reviewed and discussed the fire mapping grant.
Mike Hashisaki, Fair Manager requested to meet with the Board as he was not
on the scheduled agenda to discuss Pavilion septic system construction and pumping.
Allen Kale; and Mark Denke, 911 Manager met with the Board to discuss a new
radio communication tower with the Highway Patrol and Department of Transportation.
Kathy Logan, Rocky Mountain Surveyors; Mary Ann Peterson; and Dan Miles, Land
Services Director met with the Board for the public hearing on Rehbein's Commercial
Village minor subdivision. Ms. Logan representing the developer presented the
proposed five lot minor subdivision from a track of record. Noting that wells
& septic systems will be used in the project, also the project will build
one short street accessing onto Kruger Road. Staff presented the findings of
facts. Public comment opened. Ms. Peterson representing Clark Fork Valley Hospital
asked what the lots were going to be used for. No specific uses are contemplated,
just commercial lots. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary
approval upon the submitted findings of facts and the following contingencies
being met prior to final plat approval: a) that a turnaround be provided at
the end of the street serving Lot 1; 2) that a no-access easement be established
on the Kruger Road frontage of these lots with an exception for the proposed
street providing access onto Kruger Road; and c) that the final subdivision
shall comply with all Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative
rules of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the Emergency Shelter
Grant with Northwest Montana Human Resources for $4,665.00 for fiscal year 2003-2004,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER 17, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, September 17th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Greg Larson, DNRC; Michael Justus; David Petteys; Larry Sualberg; Lisa Krueger,
Lolo National Forest; Brian Avery, Kurt Werst, Kootenai National Forest; and
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss following: 1)
coordinating with Forest Service, the County and the Tribes on the fire wise
mappings grants; 2) various fire protection treatments; 3) Pre-Disaster Mitigation
Grants and Sanders County LEPC/TERC; 4) economic benefits of forest products
derived from various forest thinning practices and forest fire protection projects.
The Board attended the regularly scheduled Solid Waste Refuse Disposal District
meeting. Others present were: Jerry Shively, Solid Waste Advisory Board member;
and Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor. Topics discussed included: 1) refuse
appeals for Sherley Buchanan; and Crystal Green & Brad Buchanan. It was
the decision of the Board to obtain more information before a decision can be
made; 2) reports on the selling of compost; 3) the number of bales shipped for
the following: cardboard-32 bales, newspaper-15 bales, mixed paper-2 bales,
and aluminum cans-14 bales; 4) glass recycling containers being deliver next
week to bars for glass recycling program; 5) taking crushed glass to District
#1 gravel pit for reclamation use; 6) repairs on equipment at Transfer Station;
7) new addition to building for recycle storage until it can be shipped; 8)
use for cement culvert at Trout Creek; 9) reports on funds received for non-typical;
10) education portion of Farm Bill grant; and 11) issues with Hot Springs Refuse.
(Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's files).
` The Board adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER 18, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 18th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) Edna Hill cattle guard; 2) gravel
crushing in Camas Prairie; and 3) Sanders County fair parking.
Bill Naeglei, OEM Coordinator met with the Board to discuss the following: 1)
rescinding all fire restrictions. Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution
2003-021 rescinding all fire restrictions, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried; 2) emergency response trailer received from MRL and
the possibility of getting a County vehicle to tow the trailer if an emergency
should occur; 3) the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) training on
October 10-11; 4) small business low interest disaster loans; and 5) discuss
the following grants: a) fire wise grant; b) local terrorism planning grant;
c) equipment grants; d) risk assessment grants; and e) the risk assessment grant
with Lake County and the Salish & Kootenai Tribes.
Brenda Caverly; Alice Pasell; Greg & Gail Hinkle; Dave Bennett; Michael
& Chris Gross; Gene (Easy) Rider; Jim & Barbara Inman; Kathryn Harris;
David Boyer; Will Rader; Eric Kaharl; John & Becky Verhonick; Gary &
Carolyn Shorey; Shirley Lyght; Lynn Lanzoni; Bill Hagedorn; Rick Hagedorn; Jerry
Harteloo; Melinda Via; Carol Susic; Sandra Gubel, Sanders County Ledger; Ed
Thompson, Dept. of Revenue; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the
Board to the public hearing on Coyote Crest major subdivision. The meeting was
called to order by Commissioner Patton and turned over to Rick Hagedorn to present
the proposed subdivision. Then Dan Miles, staff presented the conditions, notes
and letters received as follows: 1) the park board proposal of 1.24 acres of
land plus cash in lieu of parkland; 2) Fish, Wildlife & Parks concerns about
elk winter habitat, the accumulative effect on wildlife in general, and the
possible increase in human & animal conflicts; 3) two letters in opposition
of proposed subdivision; 4) density and water supply; 5) well average 165 feet
with 35 GPM; 6) traffic study; 7) no access easement on frontage road; 8) shared
drive approaches; 9) encroachment onto parkland; 10) airport influence area;
11) turnaround on Wapati Drive; and 12) covenants. Commissioner Patton then
opened the meeting for public comment for individuals for the subdivision. Dave
Bennett spoke in favor of the proposed subdivision as it will provide smaller,
more affordable lots to people. Public comment opposed as follows: 1) Greg Hinkle
presented his concerns about public safety, concerns about water supply and
possible contamination of water supply from 29 septic systems, concerns about
wildlife reduction and habitat; 2) Connie Peterson concerns about speeding,
size of lots, and covenants; 3) Gene (Easy) Rider concerns about impact statement
not being sent to adjacent landowners, wildlife & wildlife habitat, water
levels and problems with water supply with 29 new wells when water problems
already exist; contamination of wells, property values, more dogs & cats
in the area, noise problems, winter maintenance on Cherry Creek, concerns about
privacy, concerns about hazards and dangers on Cherry Creek Road; 4) Chris Gross
concerns about lot size and requirement for drainfields, the decrease in the
elk herd already and what will happen with 29 more lots; 5) Michael Gross concerned
about quality of life, access road onto utility easement right-of-way, history
and legal issue of the triangle lot by parkland; 6) Eric Kaharl spoke of his
concerns about the static levels in the water table; 7) John Verhonick stated
he agreed with the rest of the folks who voiced concerns but he also shares
a driveway approach with Lynn Lanzoni and will not allow the subdivision road
to use their driveway and will be fencing; 8) Kathy Harris concerned about to
many people and issues with water and wells going dry; 9) Shirley Lyght stated
she was not in favor of the proposed subdivision as there will be too many people
and suggested the lots be 8 to 10 acres instead of 2; 9) Lynn Lanzoni concerned
about impact of the subdivision on the county services and the quality of life
and agreed with the 8 to 10 acres; and 10) Greg Hinkle stated that the easement
through parkland would be opposed as he is on the park board. Commissioner Patton
turned the meeting over to the developer Jerry Harteloo to rebuttal of concerns.
Mr. Harteloo stated the following on voiced concerns: 1) the bridge was addressed
by the traffic study, he recognizes that it is undesirable; 2) the wells data
was from the State showed over 35 ½ GPM for wells in the area, he suggested
that there will be seasonal changes due to drought conditions and climate trends,
etc.; 3) the wells and septic system sites are pre-approved by the State before
lots are sold; 4) wildlife and wildlife habitat will be absorbed by the surrounding
national forest; 5) the lots being sized by demand and affordability; 6) ingress
and egress is not different than other parts of the county; 7) will provide
loop road at the end; 8) the county will have 1.24 more acres of parkland and
Thompson Falls Rural Fire will have 1 acre for substation; and 9) with no planning
board or zoning can't stop people from putting what they want on their property.
Commissioner Patton allowed more public comment as follows: 1) Greg Hinkle stated
the bridge is a hazard and the developer should start a study to improve the
bridge, he stated that the elk use that area as winter range and calving is
done on the flat area. Jerry Harteloo stated that the traffic study showed the
bridge to be safe if the speed limit is followed. Connie Peterson stated that
the well logs are only good for the day they are drilled and submitted to the
state. Dave Bennett stated that it takes 10 minutes for 200 cars to go over
the bridge and Connie Peterson stated her concerns about if the bridge is blocked
for some reason (like the snow plow off the road) that closed the road for two
hours; David Boyer stated he has a two acre parcel and wishes he would have
purchased more because he has no privacy, no buffer zone for noise and the neighbors
are to close; Michael Gross stated that the creeks are lower than they have
ever been and continue to get lower each year. Melinda Via voiced her agreement
with the opposition and her concerns about the impact on county services; Carol
Susic agreed with the opposition and voiced her concerns about the lose of wildlife
and wildlife habitat, water shortage and EMS not being able to find folks; Commissioner
Laws requested permission to speak and he noted that people voted out the Planning
Board and without a comprehensive plan for the area the Board cannot stop people
from doing what they want with their property; Mr. Hinkle stated that the law
states the Board is required by Montana State Law to address public safety regarding
this subdivision. Commissioner Patton then recessed the meeting and informed
those present that the decision on this subdivision will be made on October
7, 2003 at 10:00 a.m.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to post for September 21st through September
24th to attend the MACo Conference in Lewistown, Montana.
The Board adjourned at 5:40 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER 25, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 25th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) presented the final plat for Kanisku Kamp minor subdivision for
review and signature. Commissioner Brooker motioned to approve the final plat
for Kanisku Kamp as the developer has met all the contingencies, seconded by
Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) discussed a family transfer
certificate of survey for James Kaski that is creating nine (9) new parcels;
and 3) reviewed the fire mapping grant feasibility and need.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board for a conference call with
Norm Grosfield, MACo Attorney to discuss the subdivision review process and
the laws.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the Golden Pond issue and the letter
sent to the owners for a resolution of the problems; 2) Boquist and the Golden
Pond issue; 3) Edna Hill's cattle guard replacement and cleaning; 4) Browns,
Mastens, & Hernandez issue in Heron; and 5) the Loraas gravel pit.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board for the following:
1) to amend the Plains Library mill levy. Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept
the amended Plains Public Library District amended budget & mill levy request,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; and 2) reviewed
the MD&A document.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to drop the phone system maintenance contract
with Intouch Solutions for a period of one year.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept Harry Legg's resignation from the Plain/Paradise
Rural Fire District effective October 1, 2003, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Martha Humphreys to the Noxon/Heron/Trout
Creek TV District for another three year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint the following individuals to the Thompson
Falls Airport Advisory Board: Frank Parker for another two year term; Bernie
Stender for another two year term; and John Rotter for another three year term,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint Mark Loraas and Scott McCoy to the Hot
Springs Airport Advisory Board for two year terms, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint Sherry Loberg to the Hot Springs Library
Board of Trustees for another five year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker.
Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Louie LaRock and Margaret Stone to
the Bookmobile Board of Trustees for five year terms, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Dale Neiman to the Sanders County
Weed Control Board for another two year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Giles Gates to the Thompson Falls
TV Board for another three year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Charles Young to the Hot Springs Airport
Advisory Board for a two year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER 29, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session
on Monday, September 29th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner
J. Gail Patton was attending a meeting in Missoula, Montana.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims for the amount of $273,460.34,
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims for the amount of $233,149.93, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
The Board adjourned at 3:00 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 01, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, October 1st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss and review the
following: 1) the preliminary plat for Argo minor subdivision. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval of Argo subdivision
upon the submitted findings of facts and the following contingencies being met
prior to final plat approval: a) that a written easement be granted to Sanders
County for a standard half-width right-of-way (30 feet) for Cottonwood Creek
Road and Cross Road to establish road easements for right-of-way; and b) that
the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County
Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) discussed
a family transfer certificate of survey for James Kaski that is creating 9 new
parcels; and 3) reviewed the fire mapping grant feasibility and need.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of
Schools and Kathy McEldery, Supt. of School Accounting met with the Board to
present the 2003-2004 fiscal year school levies. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to accept the State & County Equalization monies and local school levies
as presented, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The 2003-2004 schools levies are as follows:
COUNTY
LEVIES: ELEMENTARY HIGH SCHOOL COUNTYWIDE
General
Fund Basic 33.000 22.000 55.000
Sanders Retirement 27.850 15.740 43.590
Sanders Transportation 8.457
Sanders County Mills: 60.850 37.740 _ 107.047
Statewide Mills: 40.000
TOTAL 147.07
SCHOOLS
TOTAL LEVIES
PLAINS
ELEMENTARY 122.74
PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL 70.78
PARADISE ELEMENTARY 103.46
THOMPSON FALLS ELEMENTARY 86.07
THOMPSON FALLS HIGH SCHOOL 66.12
DIXON ELEMENTARY 83.97
NOXON ELEMENTARY 87.96
NOXON HIGH SCHOOL 49.59
TROUT CREEK ELEMENTARY 51.42
HERON ELEMNTARY 77.65
HOT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY 136.85
HOT SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL 91.52
CAMAS PRAIRIE 71.03
CHARLO ELEMENTARY 111.26
CHARLO HIGH SCHOOL 76.25
ARLEE ELEMENTARY 98.53
ARLEE HIGH SCHOOL 72.08
The Board attended the regular quarterly Board of Health meeting. Others present
were: Dr. Jacob Lulack; Dr. Robert Gregg; Cindy Morgan, Public Health Officer/Nurse;
Dan Miles, Land Services Director; Jeremy Dvorak, Sanitarian; Ted Browning;
and Ron Warren, Rocky Mountain Surveyors. Topics discussed included: 1) approval
of July 2nd and 29th minutes with corrections. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to approve the minutes with corrections, seconded by Dr. Lulack. Motion was
unanimously carried; 2) updates on environmental issues, restaurant inspections,
Payzant septic issue; and Stagg Society septic system; 3) Dog Grooming establishment
in the floodplain and the request for variance. After presentation on the issue
and a lengthy discussion Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant the requested
variance upon the following recommendations of staff: a) that the owner report
system pumping to the Sanitarian; and b) that the business may not be expanded
in the future, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried;
4) West Nile Virus update; 5) Public Health Emergency Preparedness Plan Task
Order; 6) LEPC/TERC consisting of Sanders, Lake, Mineral and Tribe is the first
in the nation; 7) GAP analysis; 8) communicable disease protocol. Cindy submitted
an annex of the communicable disease protocol for review & approval. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to approve the submitted annex to the communicable disease
protocol required by the state, seconded by Dr. Lulack. Motion was unanimously
carried; 9) fairgrounds septic system
quotes
& costs. It was suggested that an overflow alarm be installed to alert staff
when pumping is required; 10) reported rabies case in bat and dog required to
be quarantined for six months; 11) comment from County Attorney on case that
had to be dismissed because of miscommunication; 12) question on septic installers
test; and 13) information on old Heron landfill. (Detailed minutes on file in
the Commissioner's files).
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board proceeded to examine the securities from First State Bank of Thompson
Falls and Rocky Mountain Bank of Plains.
The Board examined and approved the Claims Approval List for the period ending
September 30, 2003 and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Dr. Jacob Lulack to the Board of
Health for another two year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 02, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, October 1st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss and review the
following: 1) the preliminary plat for Argo minor subdivision. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval of Argo subdivision
upon the submitted findings of facts and the following contingencies being met
prior to final plat approval: a) that a written easement be granted to Sanders
County for a standard half-width right-of-way (30 feet) for Cottonwood Creek
Road and Cross Road to establish road easements for right-of-way; and b) that
the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County
Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) discussed
a family transfer certificate of survey for James Kaski that is creating 9 new
parcels; and 3) reviewed the fire mapping grant feasibility and need.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of
Schools and Kathy McEldery, Supt. of School Accounting met with the Board to
present the 2003-2004 fiscal year school levies. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to accept the State & County Equalization monies and local school levies
as presented, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The 2003-2004 schools levies are as follows:
COUNTY
LEVIES: ELEMENTARY HIGH SCHOOL COUNTYWIDE
General
Fund Basic 33.000 22.000 55.000
Sanders Retirement 27.850 15.740 43.590
Sanders Transportation 8.457
Sanders County Mills: 60.850 37.740 _ 107.047
Statewide Mills: 40.000
TOTAL 147.07
SCHOOLS
TOTAL LEVIES
PLAINS
ELEMENTARY 122.74
PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL 70.78
PARADISE ELEMENTARY 103.46
THOMPSON FALLS ELEMENTARY 86.07
THOMPSON FALLS HIGH SCHOOL 66.12
DIXON ELEMENTARY 83.97
NOXON ELEMENTARY 87.96
NOXON HIGH SCHOOL 49.59
TROUT CREEK ELEMENTARY 51.42
HERON ELEMNTARY 77.65
HOT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY 136.85
HOT SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL 91.52
CAMAS PRAIRIE 71.03
CHARLO ELEMENTARY 111.26
CHARLO HIGH SCHOOL 76.25
ARLEE ELEMENTARY 98.53
ARLEE HIGH SCHOOL 72.08
The Board attended the regular quarterly Board of Health meeting. Others present
were: Dr. Jacob Lulack; Dr. Robert Gregg; Cindy Morgan, Public Health Officer/Nurse;
Dan Miles, Land Services Director; Jeremy Dvorak, Sanitarian; Ted Browning;
and Ron Warren, Rocky Mountain Surveyors. Topics discussed included: 1) approval
of July 2nd and 29th minutes with corrections. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to approve the minutes with corrections, seconded by Dr. Lulack. Motion was
unanimously carried; 2) updates on environmental issues, restaurant inspections,
Payzant septic issue; and Stagg Society septic system; 3) Dog Grooming establishment
in the floodplain and the request for variance. After presentation on the issue
and a lengthy discussion Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant the requested
variance upon the following recommendations of staff: a) that the owner report
system pumping to the Sanitarian; and b) that the business may not be expanded
in the future, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried;
4) West Nile Virus update; 5) Public Health Emergency Preparedness Plan Task
Order; 6) LEPC/TERC consisting of Sanders, Lake, Mineral and Tribe is the first
in the nation; 7) GAP analysis; 8) communicable disease protocol. Cindy submitted
an annex of the communicable disease protocol for review & approval. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to approve the submitted annex to the communicable disease
protocol required by the state, seconded by Dr. Lulack. Motion was unanimously
carried; 9) fairgrounds septic system
quotes
& costs. It was suggested that an overflow alarm be installed to alert staff
when pumping is required; 10) reported rabies case in bat and dog required to
be quarantined for six months; 11) comment from County Attorney on case that
had to be dismissed because of miscommunication; 12) question on septic installers
test; and 13) information on old Heron landfill. (Detailed minutes on file in
the Commissioner's files).
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board proceeded to examine the securities from First State Bank of Thompson
Falls and Rocky Mountain Bank of Plains.
The Board examined and approved the Claims Approval List for the period ending
September 30, 2003 and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Dr. Jacob Lulack to the Board of
Health for another two year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 03, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, October 2nd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss subdivision
review procedures.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board regarding election
judge appointments and designation of polling places and times for the November
4, 2003 elections. It was the consensus of the Board to appoint the Election
Judges for the City of Thompson Falls, Town of Plains and the Town of Hot Springs
for the November 4, 2003 General Election, and the Sanders County Water District
at Paradise November 4, 2003 Special Mail Ballot Election as follows:
CITY
OF THOMPSON FALLS TOWN OF HOT SPRINGS TOWN OF PLAINS
Marilyn
Vaught-(Alternate) Beverly Bangen Patricia Nelson-(Alternate)
Phyllis Craddick Lois J. Woods Sharon VonDracek
Linde Pavlik Carolyn Woods Deanna Anthony
Sandra Friesz Dorothy Welch Shannon Schaff
Joyce LaFrinere Peggy Garrison
SANDERS COUNTY WATER DISTRICT AT PARADISE:
Barbara Kunch Barabara Laws Myrtle Newell
It
was the consensus of the Board to designate the following polling places and
times for the November 4, 2003 General Election:
CITY-TOWN
POLLING PLACE TIME
Thompson
Falls Thompson Falls Community Center 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Plains Plains Town Hall 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hot Springs Hot Springs Town Hall 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
SANDERS
COUNTY WATER DISTRICT AT PARADISE
Sanders
County Courthouse Election Office 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with
the Board to discuss the following issues: 1) gravel crushing contract with
LHC; 2) letter to Edna Hill regarding her cattle guard; and 3) temporary personal
property obstruction along Cherry Creek Road.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to present Resolution 2003-022
regarding regional certified development corporation. It was the consensus of
the Board to adopt Resolution 2003-022. (Original Resolution on file in the
Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office). Also present was John Halpop, Extension
Agent.
John Halpop, Extension Agent met with the Board briefly to update them on the
Rush Skeletonweed meeting.
The Board requested the presence of Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Donna Neal, Office
Administrator; and Rube Wrightsman, Undersheriff to discuss a personnel issue,
therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed the meeting to the
public per 2-3-203(3) MCA. Also present was Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor.
Tootie Welker, Sanders County Coalition for Families; and Gene Arnold, Sheriff
met with the Board to discuss the financial procedures for the Department of
Justice Grant received by Sanders County to Encourage Arrests for Domestic Abuse.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the quarterly reports for the Sheriff's Office and the Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor's Office for the period ending September 30, 2003.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Jim Stobie to the Hot Springs TV District
for a three year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Elizabeth Meyers to the Plains/Paradise
TV District for another three year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 07, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, October 7th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Tootie Welker, Sanders County Coalition for Families; and Gene Arnold, Sheriff
met with the Board to discuss the Department of Justice Grant awarded to Sanders
County to encourage arrests policies and enforcement of protection orders for
domestic abuse. It was the consensus of the Board to sign the required paperwork
for the $339,957 grant.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
preliminary plat for Lulack minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to grant conditional preliminary approval upon the submitted findings of facts
and the following contingencies being met prior to final plat approval: a) that
the legal access is verified for all lots; b) that physical access be provided
to tracts 2 & 3; c) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed
Control Board for a Noxious Weed and Revegetation Plan before any construction
on the lots; and d) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements
of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, local regulations, the laws and
administrative rules of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried.
Juanita Bock; Carol & Linda Haywood; Jack & Cathy Walic; Eric &
Lori Kaharl; Lynn Lanzoni; Bill Wilson; Greg & Gail Hinkle; Carol Susic;
Gary & Carolyn Shorey; Mark Bronner; Dave Bennett; Dave Oliver; Sue Manley;
Michael & Chris Gross; Ricky Hagedorn; Bud Leufkens; John & Becky Verhonick;
Gary & Janice Pitts; Jim & Barb Inman; Krazy Ernie Franke; Cawni Peterson;
Shirley Lyght; George & Leona Kalafatich; Francis & Judith Coe; Lynn
Harris; Kat Solomon; Gerald Harteloo; Dan Miles, Land Services Director met
with the Board for the decision on Coyote Crest Major Subdivision. Mr. Harteloo,
Developer requested a 10 day extension in order to provide more information
on the water supply in the area. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant the
10 day extension and reconvene the meeting on October 16, 2003 at 6:30 p.m.
in the Courtroom, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Nick Hegge, Northwestern Energy met with the Board to discuss the placement
of utilities within subdivisions procedure process.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to have the Chairman sign the conditions of
award for the Sheriff's Office COPS School grant.
Due to a clerical error the Special Solid Waste Meeting was left out of October
1, 2003 minutes. Present were: Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor. The Board
discussed the purchase of a used Bobcat being more cost effective than repairing
the old machine. Commissioner Patton motioned to purchase the Bobcat with the
understanding that the tires will be changed and the small hydraulic leak repaired
prior to purchase, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried. (Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's files).
The Board adjourned at 3:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 09, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, October 9th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was attending a meeting in Helena, Montana.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss the Park Board
meeting on October 7, 2003.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) Edna Hill's cattle guard; 2) Golden
Pond Subdivision property issue and exchanges; 3) discussed the crushed gravel
contract with LHC; and 4) the County Attorney's role and responsibilities under
the Department of Justice grant.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending September 30, 2003
and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board examined the Quarterly Report for the Clerk of District Court for
the period ending September 30, 2003, and instructed the Clerk to file said
report.
The Board adjourned at 4:15 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 14, 2003
The Board of County Commissioners of Sanders
County, Montana met in regular session on Tuesday, October 14th at 10:00 a.m.
Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner;
and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner J. Gail Patton was attending a tax
meeting in Helena, Montana.
Dan Miles, Senior Planner met with the Board to present the following final
plats for approval: a) Gobble minor subdivision final plat. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to approve and sign the final plat as the developer has met all the
contingencies, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried;
b) Heidegger minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned to approve and
sign the final plat for Heidegger minor subdivision as the developer has met
all the contingencies, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
The Board adjourned at 1:30 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY: __________________________,
Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 15, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, October 15th at 9:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner
J. Gail Patton arrived at 10:00 a.m.
The Board attended the regular quarterly Safety Committee meeting. Others present
were: Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator; Mark Loraas, Foreman District #2; Jim Inman,
Solid Waste Supervisor; and Jim Watts, Foreman District #1. Topics discussed
included: 1) reviewed accident/incident reports; 2) discussed workers comp accident
reporting requirements; 3) monthly shop safety meetings; 4) creating Sanders
County video library on safety issues; 5) document monthly shop safety meetings;
and 6) election of new officers for 2004. Nominations were Cindy Morgan for
Vice-Safety Director. It was the unanimous decision of those present that Cindy
Morgan will be the new Vice-Safety Director. (Detailed minutes on file in the
Commissioner's files).
The Board attended the regular quarterly Department Head meeting. Others present
were: Mark Loraas, Foreman District #2; Jim Watts, Foreman District #1; Bill
Naegeli, OEM Coordinator; Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; Dan Miles, Land
Services Director; Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of School; Pat Ingraham, Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor; Dianne Rummel, Clerk of District Court; Cindy Morgan,
Public Health Nurse/Officer; Donna Neal, Sheriff Office Administrator; Gene
Arnold, Sheriff; and Mark Denke, 911 Manager/Coroner. Topics discussed included:
1) rural addressing project update; 2) temporary replacement for custodial engineer
due to illness; 3) County employees Christmas Party; 4) Workers comp roles and
responsibilities; 5) taxes and sending out tax notices; 6) new Resource Officer
is Mark Soderlind; 7) grants received to encourage arrests for $339,797; 8)
place to store shredded paper; 9) Cherry Creek animals in the road issue; 10)
Clarks peak radio tower and working with Highway Patrol to rectify problem;
11) E911 bid sheets being finalized; 12) Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan still
being worked on; 13) Courtroom/Courthouse security; 14) individuals being charged
to take county vehicles home for lunch; 15) state levied mills for schools;
and 16) road crews getting ready for snow. (Detailed minutes on file in the
Commissioner's files).
The Board attended the regularly scheduled Solid Waste Refuse Disposal meeting.
Others present were: Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; and Jerry Shively, Solid
Waste Advisory Board member. Topics discussed included: 1) refuse appeals for
Crystal Green, Brad Buchanan and Sherely Buchanan. It was the consensus of the
Board to have these individuals attend the next meeting in order to provide
more information on appeal; 2) refuse appeal for Bob & Rosalie Turk. Commissioner
Patton motioned to refund Mr. & Mrs. Turk for fees paid on garage, seconded
by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried; 3) recycle reports
on bales shipped - magazines-9bales; phonebooks-1 box; cardboard 59 bales with
84 waiting to be shipped; 4) applied for burn permits and waiting for approval
from DEQ; 5) proposed new building for recycle storage; 6) the problems that
occurred when Trout Creek roll off site gates were left open; 7) brief discussion
about the Granite County roll off site and compaction method in Drummond. (Detailed
minutes on file in the Commissioner's files).
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It
was the consensus of the Board to post for cancellation on October 29th due
to conflicting schedules.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 16, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, October 16th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Terrie Lukes, Acting Secretary.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) cattle guards on County roads; 2)
Cherry Creek Road issue involving personal property and livestock; 3) subdivision
hearing procedures; and 4) opening meeting comment period.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss Coyote Crest
water study other comments and findings.
The Board recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board of County Commissioners reconvened at 6:30 p.m. for making their decision
regarding the preliminary approval for Coyote Crest major subdivision. Present
were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners;
and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the Board. Others present were: Dan Miles, Land Services
Director; Jim & Barbara Inman; Greg Hinkle; Gary & Carolyn Shorey; Carol
& Linda Haywood; Tom Eggensperger; Cawnii Peterson; Kathy Harris; Ralph
& Peggy Hennessey; Teresa Phillips; Raymond & Carolyn Marshall; Donald
Haff; Sandy Vanskyock; Jarme David; Kat Stomor; Shirley Lyght; Ricky Hagerdorn;
Dave Bennett; Gerald Harteloo; Anita Yurzyk; John Verhonick; Eric Kaharl; Ernie
Franke; and Aruturo Montoya. Commissioner Patton called the meeting to order
at 6:30 p.m. and informed those present that Dan Miles would give an overall
review of a water supply assessment for the Coyote Crest subdivision and that
public comment would be taken regarding the assessment only. The water supply
assessment report prepared by Land & Water Consulting, Inc. addressed if
there was adequate groundwater in the underlying aquifer to support the proposed
subdivision's development and growth. Dan Miles addressed site location, water
availability, Department of Environmental Quality requirements as covered in
the assessment and noted that the consulting firm felt that based on their assessment,
it appeared the underlying aquifer would be an adequate source of water supply
for the proposed subdivision. Public comment received addressed the following
concerns: sustainable water in the aquifer; old data used to base assessment
on; the rise and fall of the river could effect water levels in the aquifer;
the need for a zone water shed study; static level of current water levels;
where water is located and how much volume; effect on surface wells; and noted
that existing wells currently are not producing the volume the assessment stated.
After review of the proposed preliminary major plat for Coyote Crest as accepted
for review on July 17, 2003, the Board of Commissioners recommend the preliminary
plat be approved with the following conditions, finding of fact and conclusions
as read into the record. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional
preliminary approval of Coyote Crest major subdivision, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Roll call votes as follows: Commissioner Brooker - aye; Commissioner Laws
- aye; and Commissioner Patton - aye. Motion was unanimously carried. The conditions,
finding of facts and conclusions as read into the record by Commissioner Brooker.
1.
That a no-access easement be established on the Cherry Creek Road frontage of
these lots with the agreed upon exceptions.
**** This will limit drive approaches onto Cherry Creek Road which functions
as a collector street for this area. Limited drive approaches reduce the potential
for turning movement conflicts.
2.
That the subdivision complies with the mitigation request of the Thompson Falls
Rural Fire Department. The exact method of compliance must be determined prior
to final plat approval.
**** The fire department has determined several possible methods to mitigate
the impact of this project on their ability to provide services.
3.
That the potential encroachment of the street right-of-way on the parkland adjacent
to Wapti Point Drive be resolved with the County Park Board prior to final plat
approval.
**** This condition ensures that the project complies with state and local regulations
regarding the provision of legal access. A portion of the curve of the proposed
street right-of-way adjacent to the park encroaches on the park and will require
an easement.
4.
That the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed Control Board for A Noxious
Weed and Revegetation Plan before any construction on the lots.
**** This condition ensures that the project complies with state and local regulations
regarding noxious weed management.
5.
That the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders
County Subdivision Regulations and the laws and administrative rules of the
State of Montana.
**** This condition is self explanatory, and is intended to note that all requirements
of the subdivision regulations and state statues apply as well as the items
specifically noted in the report.
**** The authorities for preliminary approval, denial, or conditional approval
rest with the Sanders County Commissioners. This report and the conditions noted
above are a recommendation to the Sanders County Commissioners. The conditions
are subject to modification or deletion by the Commission or additional conditions
can be required by the Commission.
**** The applicant may attend the Commission meeting when this item is scheduled
for preliminary decision.
NOTES:
1.
This area is in the Thompson Falls Airport influence area and may experience
noise from airport activity.
2. The end of the street currently named Wapiti Point Drive will need a turnaround.
These street names will need to be revised.
3. A location for mailboxes and turnout from the county road will need to be
provided.
4. The covenants must be changed to note that the County is a party to any changes
to the covenants and will not enforce the covenants.
PLAT INFORMATION
GENERAL
LOCATION: Cherry Creek Road, near fire hall
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: E1/2,SE1/4, Section 22 T21N-R29W
OWNER: Ernie Frank
SUBDIVIDER: Jerry Harteloo
SURVEYOR: Hagadorn Inc.
EXISTING LAND-USE: Vacant
PROPOSED LAND-USE: Rural Residential
GROSS AREA: 63.99 Acres
NET AREA: 63.99 Acres
NUMBER OF LOTS: Thirty (30)
SIZE OF LOTS: Minimum- 1.0 Acres
Maximum- 3.26 Acres
PARK REQUIREMENTS: Land 1.24 & Cash-in-Lieu
VARIANCES REQUESTED: None
SANDERS
COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
FINDING
OF FACTS
COYOTE
CREST SUBDIVISION
1. Will the proposed plat impose any adverse effects on the public health, safety
and welfare, local services, agriculture, agricultural water users facilities,
natural environment, wildlife or wildlife habitat?
Agricultural
Water Users Facilities
The plat, as proposed, would have no adverse effects.
Agriculture
The plat, as proposed, will have no adverse effects.
Local
Services
Water and sewer will be provided by on-site individual systems this is consistent
with services in this area. This system will be the responsibility of the individual
lot owners. There are no public community water or sewer systems in this area.
The
increase of this number of units will impact the provision of emergency medical
services. This emergency service is provided by volunteer agencies. The cumulative
impact of these projects is the most critical aspect. The demand
on
these services is increasing with no adequate technique in Sanders County to
provide direct expansion or funding. There currently is no means to mitigate
the personnel impacts to volunteer agencies.
Structural
fire protection service is provided by Thompson Falls Rural Fire Department.
The department has expressed concerns about the increased demand on resources.
The subdvider is proposing to mitigate these impacts with a cash-in-lieu payment
or land for the existing fire station. (Letter of response to subdivision proposal,
file). There will be limited structure fire protection available for any dwelling
units constructed in this area.
Wildland
fire protection is provided by Forest Service and Montana Department of Natural
Resources depending upon the respective jurisdiction.
No
extension of public roads will be needed. The existing county road is adjacent
to the north property boundary. Public road access for these lots will be onto
the county road. At some point, because of cumulative impacts from increased
development improvements will be needed to mitigate the impacts of increased
traffic.
This
project will satisfy the standard park requirement with the dedication of 1.24
acres of land adjacent to the existing park land at the southeast edge of the
new subdivision. The remainder of the park requirement will be satisfied with
a cash-in-lieu payment to the Sanders County Park Fund.
Solid
waste disposal service is provided by private contractors or the landowner can
transport waste to the Sanders County collection site which is located at the
Thompson Falls Roll-Off site. The solid waste service is paid for by the collection
of a fee for each individual residential and commercial unit. However, as with
all public services there is a concern for the cumulative impacts and for additional
equipment needs to continue to meet increased demands. The solid waste fee was
recently raised to reflect this increased cost. The regional landfill used for
disposal does have a limited lifespan.
The
record does not show any response from the School District; however school enrollments
throughout the county have been steady to declining.
The
Sheriffs Office provides law enforcement services for this area, the sheriff's
office did not respond to the request for impact information.
The
increase in traffic will not exceed the current capacities of the existing public
roads serving this property, (Cherry Creek Road Traffic Accessibility Study,
Coyote Crest Subdivision, WGM Group, Inc., file).
Conclusion:
There currently is no method for mitigating impacts to volunteer service providers.
There will be increased traffic on Cherry Creek Road. This will increase maintenance
cost and general roadway needs. The county currently does not have an equitable
process to assess a fee for aiding in the mitigation of this increased cost
beyond the additional tax revenue generated with each new unit. The current
roadway serving this area is adequate for the proposed increase in traffic.
The Rural Fire Department is currently negotiating mitigation for impacts to
service. The county park fund will receive both land and cash to mitigate impacts
on parks.
Natural
Environment
The
project area has been previously logged and is a mixed age stand of native tree
species. Increased development in the area and road building will change the
vegetative composition of the project site. This will result in a reduction
of the utilization of this area by wildlife.
The
project will file a Noxious Weed and Revegetation Plan to prevent the spread
of noxious weeds and provide for the revegetation of any disturbed sites, as
required by state statutes and Weed District regulations.
General
soil types on the site have some identified limitation for on-site septic systems
(NRCS Soil Survey, file). Utilizing appropriate engineering techniques and approved
systems these limitations can be minimized.
There
are no known geologic hazards such as slumping, land slide, rockfall, shallow
bedrock etc. . There are no areas of excessive slope on the project. This area
is in a known fault area and the region is subject to seismic activity. No special
building requirements are required by the county and no mitigation for residential
uses is required in regard to seismic activity.
No adverse direct impact on air quality is anticipated with this number of lots.
The primary county road serving this project is chip sealed. It is assumed that
all roads to be constructed with this project will be gravel with a corresponding
increase in dust particulate. There will also be increased vehicle traffic in
the area with an increase in vehicle emissions. Some increase in domestic wood
stove use can be expected which may increase the amount of smoke derived particulate
during the season of use. This project is not located in an air quality non-attainment
area.
This
area is not within any identified flood hazard area. There are no identified
surface water quality issues on this site. There are no special climatic hazards
other than those normally identified with rural residential life in Western
Montana.
A
stormwater management plan will be required by the Montana Department of Environmental
Quality. These plans are required through the Montana Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System Program. A permit and plan is required for construction activity which
results in the disturbance of equal to or greater than on one acre of total
land area. The Sanders County Subdivision Regulations also require the management
of stormwater run-off.
Conclusion:
There will be increased impacts to the environment; these impacts will not be
inconsistent with typical rural development. The impacts will be mitigated by
the requirements of the above noted regulations. This general area is currently
in the process of residential development and has been impacted by previous
land use practices.
Wildlife
and Wildlife Habitat
Previous settlement in this area has already impacted wildlife in the area.
The size of these lots will have new impacts on wildlife. There will be increased
predation by domestic pets on birds and small mammals. It can be expected that
additional road kill from increased traffic will occur.
There
are known endangered or threatened species in this general area. This project
will not further impact these species since this area is already impacted with
current development and existing roads. This area has and is undergoing intense
rural residential development the subject property is currently surrounded by
previously divided parcels of various sizes ranging from 2 acres to 20 acres.
(See file map of current platting in this area) .There is no previously identified
areas of special interest or concern to the State of Montana
Wildlife
may have more impact on the new residents of the area than those residents will
have on wildlife, which people should consider when purchasing this property.
The
Montana Department of Fish Wildlife and Parks express a concern for the continued
loss of wildlife habitat in this area and the potential for increased human-wildlife
conflicts. The habitat loss is especially a concern for the elk herd in this
area. (File; letter Bruce Sterling Area Wildlife Biologist)
Conclusion:
All development in rural areas has an adverse impact on wildlife. The primary
road network for this general area is already constructed. This area has already
experienced impacts from human activity, logging, ranching and previously approved
residential projects; both those subject to review and those exempt from subdivision
review. The present pattern of development which surrounds this property limits
wildlife use. Any attempts to mitigate these impacts based on a minimum lot
size suggested by the wildlife biologist would impose an unreasonable and unsupportable
burden on the subdivider. The possible further diminishment of the elk herd
and wildlife in this area is not just the result of this project nor is it the
burden of this property alone to recover or sustain wildlife in the area. There
are multiple factors impacting wildlife use of the area not all related to residential
development.
The
developer should provide information to residents regarding human-wildlife conflicts.
Public Health and Safety
There are no known natural hazards such as snow slides or rockslides, high winds,
there are no manmade hazards such as high pressure gas lines, industrial/mining
, or traffic volumes exceeding the current capacities of the roads. A portion
of this project is located in the Thompson Falls Airport Influence Area.
This
project will have an unknown impact on groundwater in this area. It appears
from available data that adequate groundwater is available.
An
identified concern has been the single entry point from a main highway into
the Cherry Creek area. This concern is primarily focused on the provision of
emergency services, especially wild land fire suppression and evacuation capability
if necessary.
The
private land in Cherry Creek is an area of concern for wildfire issues; it is
an area of urban interface with Forest Service Lands.
The
Montana Department of Transportation has inspected the bridge( L45128000+01001
) which provides the single crossing over Prospect Creek and has found no deficiencies.
(See file report on bridge).
Sanders
County Bridge Inventory, July 2002, notes that County Bridge Number 128, Prospect
Creek has a sufficiency rating of 97.0 and a Weighted Rating of 27 out of 38
bridges. (File)
Traffic
and road capacity issues are discussed in the submitted traffic study referenced
earlier in the document.
A
neighborhood traffic count (file after hearing) has found higher counts than
those submitted with the traffic study.
Conclusion:
The single road into this area is not optimal for both normal traffic flow or
for emergency situations. However, the traffic study reports no major concerns
or deficiencies with the roadway serving the area. The bridge inspection reports
for this bridge do not find any deficiency. During previous emergency situations
traffic movement has not been impaired. Many wildland fire issues are the responsibility
of the individual property owners.
All available data submitted indicate that there is adequate groundwater for
this project.
2.
Was an environmental assessment required? If yes, what, if any, significant
adverse impacts were identified?
An
environmental assessment was required, pursuant to MCA 76-3-603. The information
submitted with the Environmental Assessment is very brief and would have benefited
from further documented data. However, the
information presented is consistent with previous submittals in this jurisdiction.
No significant adverse impacts were identified.
3.
Does the proposed plat conform to the Montana Subdivision and Platting Act,
surveying requirements and to the local Subdivision regulations?
Yes.
4.
Does the proposed plat conform to all sanitary requirements?
Yes.
Wells or cisterns may be utilized for water and individual septic tanks and
drain fields for on-site sewage disposal and treatment of the discharged effluent.
This
use is consistent with the level of public facilities in this area. Water and
sewer will be provided by on-site individual systems, which are the responsibility
of the individual
lot owners. These systems must be permitted by the Sanders County Environmental
Health Department Health Office regardless of lot size. The subdivision must
also undergo review by the Department of Environmental Quality, subdivision
section for compliance with the Montana Subdivision and Sanitation Act.
This
permit is reviewed for compliance with the Sanders County Wastewater Treatment
Regulations, which are in compliance with state administrative rules and statute.
Depths to groundwater and soil characteristics are basic parameters that must
be examined and verified prior to any permit issuance. Department of Environmental
Quality approval for onsite sewer disposal is required by statute (MCA 76-4-122)
prior to filing of the Final Plat for all lots under 20 acres in size.
The
suitability of this site for on-site disposal has not been determined at this
time. With final plat approval there must be an approval letter from the Department
of Environmental Quality.
Individual
wells are registered with the DNRC to establish a water appropriation right.
A single family water system must provide a sustained yield of at least 10 gallons
per minute over a 1-hour period, six gallons per minute over a two-hour period,
or four gallons per minute over a four-hour period. (Administrative Rules Montana
17.36.303). Records in the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology; Ground Water
Information Center data show that in Section 22, Township 21N - Range 29W that
the average depth of wells is 165.93 feet, Pumping Water Level is 100.40 feet,
Static water level 81.07 feet, yield (gpm) 35.5 these are all average values
for the entire land section. (File) Available data does not indicate any problem
with wells in this area. Neighborhood report(file after hearing) utilizing GWIC
data differentiate by topography indicate that Section 22, Township 21N-Range
29W Average depth of 229.6, Static Water Level 118, Yield (gpm) of 27.5.
Water
Supply Assessment for Coyote Subdivision, Land & Water Consulting, (file
after hearing) found that the underlying aquifer would be a viable source of
water supply for the proposed Coyote Crest Subdivision.
The
Montana Department of Environmental Quality requires evidence of adequate water
supplies prior to issuing a final plat approval. New Rule IV (ARM 17.36.332)
(file)
5.
Does the proposed plat provide easements for the location and installation of
planned utilities?
Yes.
All easements will be provided as required by the Sanders County Subdivision
Regulations and as requested by the utility companies.
The
plat as submitted does not show the utility easements however the final plat
will be required to provide those easements as request by utility companies
and required by the subdivision regulations.
6.
Does the proposed plat provide for legal and physical access to each parcel
within the subdivision and the required notation of that access on the applicable
plat and any instrument of transfer concerning the plat?
Yes.
The existing chip sealed county road (Cherry Creek Road) will provide collector
access to all new streets being created to serve these lots. The county must
approve all individual drive approaches and private road access onto Cherry
Creek Road. All new roads as noted on the plat will be required to meet county
specifications at the time of construction. All new roads constructed as part
of this project will be noted on the final plat and in relevant documents. The
subdivider must provide a method for the continued maintenance of these roads.
7.
Other relevant findings?
Sanders
County does not at this time have a Planning Board or an adopted County Growth
Policy. Without a Growth Policy or any other adopted planning management tools
it is difficult to establish limits of allowable impacts that are acceptable
to the entire community.
The
Sanders County Subdivision Regulations note "Where no zoning regulations
are in effect, maximum density and minimum lot size must be established in consultation
with local and state health authorities."
The
only regulatory tool for managing growth in the county at this time is the Sanders
County Subdivision Regulations. Subdivision regulations are designed primarily
to manage land division, not land uses or densities.
Dan
Miles provided those present with an overview of the steps that would follow
regarding the subdivisions process in meeting conditions that had been set prior
to receiving final approval and noted that the developer has a three (3) year
time frame in which to do so. Commissioner Laws motioned that the Coyote Crest
subdivision meeting be adjourned at 7:15 p.m., seconded by Commissioner Brooker.
Motion was unanimously carried.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 20, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session
on Monday, October 20th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Terrie Lukes, Acting Secretary.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss and review proposed
changes to the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations.
The Board adjourned at 2:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 21, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, October 21st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Yvonne Hatler, Acting Secretary.
Nich & Adrienne Marich met briefly with the Board at 10:00 a.m. to discuss
the Senior Citizen mill levy distribution.
Commissioner Patton and Commissioner Brooker attended the Economic Development
meeting at the Rimrock at 11:00 a.m.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss the rural addressing
project.
Cathy Warrington met with the Board to discuss park land set aside and a water
cistern for fire fighting at Henry Creek Meadows.
Tom Eggensperger met briefly with the Board to discuss the proposed changes
on Thompson River Road.
Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator met with the Board to discuss the critical incident
procedures.
Commissioner J. Gail Patton returned from the Economic Development meeting at
1:25 p.m.
Mary Naegeli met with the Board to discuss the Co-Gen plant.
The Board adjourned at 4:15 p.m.
________________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Acting Secretary
Yvonne Hatler
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 22, 2003
Board
of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session on
Wednesday, October 22nd at 9:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Yvonne Hatler, Acting Secretary.
Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Rube Wrightsman, Undersheriff; Chuck Hammett, Thompson
Falls Police Chief; James Marble, Plains Police Chief; Pat Ingraham, Clerk &
Recorder-Assessor; and the Board met with Tootie Welker, Director of Sanders
County Coalition for Families in her office to discuss the Department of Justice
Grant contents, policy and implementation procedures of the grant to Encourage
Arrest Polices and Enforcement of Protection Orders Program.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board at 11:00 a.m. to review
and discuss the following: 1) presented the preliminary plat for Trudgen minor
subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary
approval upon the submitted findings of facts and the following contingencies
being met prior to final plat approval: a) that a joint drive approach be used
for access to these lots. Verification of a permit for the existing drive approach
onto Highway 200 will be required prior to final plat approval; and b) that
the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County
Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana.
Dave Montelius, Western States Insurance; Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor;
and Brenda Franck, Deputy Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to
discuss Sanders County health and liability insurance.
Vanessa Fitchett, Hot Springs Evergreen Nursing Home Director; and Steve Simonson,
EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss a proposal of lease with the Evergreen
Nursing Home from Evergreen Healthcare Management, LLC, Vancouver Washington.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to post for special session on Monday, October
27th to tour the Evergreen Nursing Home in Hot Springs.
Commissioner Brooker motioned that the Chairman sign Amendment #1 to Contract/Task
Order #04-07-5-21-027-0 with the Department of Public Health and Human Services
for the WIC program, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss new projects and
a Low Income Survey for the County.
Commissioner Patton left a 4:00 p.m. to attend a Hot Springs Solid Waste Board
meeting
The Board adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 23, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, October 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Harold
L. Laws arrived at 11:00 a.m.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) the airport influence and zoning
areas; 2) the animal shelter problem; 3) the Evergreen Nursing Home proposed
lease; and 4) park board membership, if they are reappointed or if elected.
Brian Avery, US Forest Service, District Ranger; and Bob Castanada, Forest Supervisor;
met with the Board to discuss recent court decisions and changes by the Kootenai
Forest to implement changes in Forest Plans, future timber sales, categorical
exclusions, salvage areas, stewardship contracts, Grizzly Bear recovery area
and Kootenai Forest Plan revision progress.
Barry Fowler and Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss
the low to moderate income survey method and financing.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 27, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session
in Hot Springs, Montana at 10:00 a.m. to tour the Evergreen Nursing Home. The
Board adjourned immediately after the tour. The Board adjourned at 11:00 a.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 28, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, October 28th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse met with the Board to obtain signatures on
Task Order 04-03-4-61-046-0 Unified Government Master Contract for Health Emergency
Preparedness. It was the consensus of the Board to have the Chairman sign said
task order.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss and review the
following: 1) the preliminary plat for Childs Road Homesites minor subdivision
for preliminary approval. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional
preliminary approval upon the submitted findings of facts and the following
contingencies being met prior to final plat approval: a) that a written easement
be granted to Sanders County for a standard half-width right-of-way (30 feet)
for Childs Road to establish road easements of right-of-way; and b) that the
final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision
Regulations, the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) the preliminary plat
for Eagles Nest minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional
preliminary approval of Eagles Nest minor subdivision upon the submitted findings
of facts and the following contingencies being met prior to final plat approval:
a) that a level stop landing the same level as Blue Slide Road be provided for
the two drive approaches onto Blue Slide Road; b) that a no-access easement
be established on the Blue Slide Road frontage of these lots with the agreed
upon exceptions; c) that all cut and fill areas and other sites disturbed by
construction are re-seeded and adequate erosion control measures established
prior to final plat approval; d) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County
Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed and Revegetation Plan before any construction
on the lots; and e) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements
of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative rules
of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss changes
to the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations. Also discussed was the final
recordable documents for Argo minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to grant final plat approval as the developer has met all the conditions of
preliminary approval, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Louie LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls met with the Board to discuss the grant
to encourage arrest policies and enforcement of protection orders program.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER 30, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, October 30th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Edward G. Beaudette, Department of Transportation Attorney met with the Board
to discuss a county road easement off Highway 200 near Bed Rock and potential
construction dates.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims for the amount of $242,882.42,
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following:
The Board proceeded to audit County claims for the amount of $191,133.04, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
NOVEMBER 04, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, November 4th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director's meetings were canceled due to unforeseen
circumstances.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-023 allowing county entities
to purchase surplus property from the State, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 12:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
NOVEMBER 05, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, November 5th at 10:25 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was attending a NACo meeting in Florida.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss a personnel
issue, therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed the meeting
to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
Michael Shoquist, Pat Hulla, Montana Job Service met with the Board to discuss
changes in the service area due to budget constraints. Sanders County will now
be part of four county area, including: Flathead, Lincoln, Lake and Sanders,
which will result in a reduction of staff and office space. The office will
remain in Sanders County. They discussed their needs and available programs.
The Board adjourned at 12:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
NOVEMBER 06, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, November 6th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was attending a NACo meeting in Florida.
J. Gail Patton, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt.
of Schools of Sanders County, acting as the County Canvassing Board of Sanders
County, Montana, do hereby certify that the foregoing abstract of election returns
consisting of pages 260 of Book 2 of Abstract of Election Returns, records of
Sanders County, is a full and correct abstract of all the votes cast in the
City of Thompson Falls, Town of Plains and the Town of Hot Springs General Elections
and the Sanders County Water District at Paradise Special Mail Ballot Election
held in Sanders County, November 4, 2003 as the same as shown upon the tally
sheets returned by the Judges of Election of Sanders County, Montana.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) Vermilion bridge contract; 2) Hot Springs Airport grant application; 3) Airport
zoning; and 4) office space for Judges, and County Attorney's employees.
The Board adjourned at 3:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
NOVEMBER 12, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, November 12th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss the proposed
agreement for the Heron Boat Ramp Park area; and reviewed the final plat of
Aspen Grove II as several issues remain unresolved.
Bob Dinning, Auditor; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with
the Board to discuss fiscal year 2002-2003 audit findings.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending October 31, 2003 and
instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
NOVEMBER 13, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, November 13th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Louie LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls met with the Board to discuss the Thompson
Falls water and sewage system.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to present the final plat
of Childs Road Homesites for approval and signatures. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to approve and sign the final plat for Childs Road Homesites as the developer
has met all the conditions of preliminary approval, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board interviewed the following individuals for the vacant Fair Board position:
Janet Hatt, Seth Beech, and Bruce Icenoggle.
David Boyer requested the meet with the Board as he was not on the scheduled
agenda to discuss a dog ordinance to control barking dogs and subdivision covenants.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to post for cancellation on November 18th
due to conflicting schedules and special session on November 24th to attend
Co-Gen meeting at the Rimrock.
The Board adjourned at 5:05
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
NOVEMBER 19, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, November 19th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was attending a MACO meeting in Helena, Montana.
Ron Warren, Rocky Mountain Surveyors; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director
met with the Board to review and discuss the following: 1) the floodplain mapping
and issues with Joe Schofields property at the confluence of the Flathead River
and the Clarks Fork River. The County Sanitarian cannot issue a septic permit
for the property within the floodplain; and 2) reviewed the final plat for Aspen
Grove 2nd filing. The Board is concerned that the County may assume responsibility
for resolving a boundary dispute if the County accepts a monetary security for
finishing the road improvements. The Board suggested that Ron Warren, Rocky
Mountain Surveyors and the developer further attempt to resolve this problem.
The Board attended the regularly scheduled Solid Waste Refuse Disposal meeting.
Others present were: Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor. Topics discussed were:
1) refuse fee appeals for the following individuals: a) Lou & Jean Hannum
- Commissioner Patton motioned to remove 1 unit and refund $90.00 after taxes
are paid, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; b)
Mildred Dahl sold shop but still has refuse fees. Commissioner Patton motioned
to remove the one unit for the shop and refund $90.00 after taxes are paid,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; c) Doug Huntley
requested that the solid waste fee be removed from his cabin up Thompson River
Road. The Board requested more information before a decision could be made;
d) Floyd Olson requested that all units be removed from his home that is being
constructed at Salish Shores. Commissioner Patton motioned to deny removing
all fees, but will remove one unit, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried; e) Paul & Sharlene Fitchett requested the removal of
the solid waste fee on their shop as it is used only for parking trucks. Commissioner
Patton motioned to remove the fees and refund 2003-2004 fees, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 3:45 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
NOVEMBER 20, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, November 20th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was attending a MACo meeting in Helena, Montana.
Naomi Leisz, Deputy County Attorney; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met
with the Board to discuss the following: 1) airport grants; 2) homeowners association
special improvement district; 3) airport influence area; and 4) a subdivision
road issue.
Dixie Nichols, Computer Systems Manager requested to meet with the Board as
she was not on the agenda to discuss the state computer hook-ups and wiring.
The Board adjourned at 1:15 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
NOVEMBER 25, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, November 25th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner
J. Gail Patton was attending an Area Agency on Aging meeting in Polson, Montana.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with Board to review and discuss the following:
1) presented the preliminary plat for Big Horn minor subdivision for preliminary
approval. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval
upon the submitted findings of facts and the following contingencies being met
prior to final plat approval: a) that all proposed access easements across this
property be established and recorded prior to or concurrent with final plat
approval; b) that the regulatory floodplain boundary and elevations be identified
on the final plat; and c) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements
of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative rules
of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried; 2) presented the final plat for Someday Ranch for final approval. Commissioner
Brooker motioned grant final plat approval as the developer has met all conditions
of preliminary approval, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried; and 3) discussed airport zoning process.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss changes
to the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to have the Chairman sign the following aeronautics
grants: 1) Hot Springs Airport Grant for $39,620.00; Plains Airport Land Acquisition
Grant for $738,000.00 and Plains Airport Grant and Loan Application for $54,000.00.
It was the consensus of the Board to post for cancellation on the following
dates due to conflicting schedules: December 2rd, December 16th, December 24th,
and December 31st.
The Board adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
NOVEMBER 26, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, November 26th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools met with the Board to present County
Tax Deeds and the proposed tax abatements for review.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to present Resolution 2003-024
requested prosecutorial assistance from the State in the Roxanne Shepard and
Melvin Green cases. Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2003-024,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims for the period ending November
30, 2003 in the amount of $257,297.96, and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants
from respective funds in payment of the same.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims for the period ending November 30,
2003 in the amount of $150,718.86, and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants
from respective funds in payment of the same.
The Board adjourned at 3:30 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
DECEMBER 04, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana were scheduled to meet
in regular session on Thursday, December 4th at 10:00 a.m., but due to a lack
of quorum the meeting was canceled.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
DECEMBER 09, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, December 9th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Louie LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls requested to meet with the Board as he
was not on the scheduled agenda to discuss his concerns about fluids from last
weeks broken pipe being flushed down the drain.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss and review the
following: 1) discussed the letter received from Paul & Sharlene Fitchett
regarding the Cabinet Gorge Park encroachment, requesting the use of an escrow
account for payment of land to purchase land for exchange of park lands; and
2) reviewed the areas where County roads cross over state school trust lands
and no easements have been established.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist & Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator met with
the Board to discuss office space, the lack of self housing applications and
reasons were discussed. Bill reported on the potential use of the risk assessment
grant for training and West end radio equipment modernization.
The Board interviewed Rebecca Hightower for the Fair Board position.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending November 30, 2003 and
instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
DECEMBER 10, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, December 10th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner
J. Gail Patton was not in attendance.
The Board requested the presence of Kathy Laurence to discuss a personnel issue,
therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner Laws closed the meeting to the
public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss a personnel issue,
therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner Laws closed the meeting to the
public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to rescheduled a previously canceled meeting
on December 16th to attend a meeting called by the Schools to discuss the Resource
Officer grant.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
DECEMBER 11, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) the COPS Grant; 2) the pending meeting with the schools on the School Resource
Officer; and 3) the laws pertaining special improvement districts regarding
roads.
The Board adjourned at 11:45 a.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
DECEMBER 16, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, December 16th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) the needs assessment mail survey proposed for a grant close-out
with the Montana Department of Commerce; 2) set the public hearing for Rocky
Shores major subdivision for January 15, 2004 at 2:00 p.m.; and 3) reviewed
the progress of the rural addressing project.
The Board attended the COPS Resource Officer meeting called by Jerry Pauli,
Superintendent of Thompson Falls Schools. Others attending were: representatives
from all Sanders County School Districts, Spring Creek School; Gene Arnold,
Sheriff; Donna Neal, Sheriff's Office Administrator; Rube Wrightsman, Undersheriff;
Robert Zimmerman, County Attorney; and the Youth Officer. The major topic of
discussion was how to finance the fourth year of the grant. Should it be done
by the schools or Sanders County. Spring Creek School volunteered to pay $45,000.00
and the County school districts will pay proportionately the other half. More
discussion on the financing next month.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to have the Chairman sign the renewal with
Valic for the county's deferred compensation program.
The Board adjourned at 3:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
DECEMBER 17, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, December 17th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan O'Connell; Claude Burlingame; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met
with the Board to discuss and review the road construction requirements for
Dan O'Connell's minor subdivision in the Whitepine area. The consensus was for
Mr. O'Connell to discuss the project with the affected landowners and determine
the level of funding that would be available for a road, a road maintenance
agreement and to present the proposal to the Board.
The Board attended a special Board of Health meeting to review and revise the
Sanders County Wastewater Regulations. The public hearing is set for January
21, 2004 at 6:00 p.m.
John Halpop, Extension Agent met with the Board to discuss the proposed Board
Training by MSU. It was the consensus of the Board to set the training for January
28, 2004 at 6:00 p.m.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to appoint Bruce Icenoggle to the Sanders County
Fair Board to a two year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was
unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to appoint John Anderson to the Hot Springs Airport
Advisory Board for a three year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion
was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
DECEMBER 18, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, December 18th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Jean Curtiss, Missoula County Commissioner; Rosalie Cates, Montana Community
Development Corporation (MCDC); Kathy Gregg, Carla Neiman, MCDC Board of Directors;
and John Halpop, Extension Agent/SCCDC Chairman met with the Board to discuss
the proposed regional development corporation.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss GASB34
progress.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
DECEMBER 23 , 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, December 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to present the final plat
for Trout Creek Homesites subdivision for approval and signatures. Commissioner
Laws motioned to grant final plat approval of Trout Creek Homesites as the developer
has met all the conditional of preliminary approval and has satisfied the cash-in-lieu
of parkland in the amount of $3,000, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools met with the Board to review the proposed
tax abatements.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Carl Benson to the Plains Airport
Advisory Board for another two year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
It was the consensus of the Board to have the Chairman sign the drawdown documents
for the Thompson Falls Airport Improvement Project.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
DECEMBER 30, 2003
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, December 30th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims in the amount of $259,740.98,
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) the preliminary plat for Breaw minor subdivision for preliminary
approval. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval
upon the submitted findings of facts and the following contingencies being met
prior to final plat approval: a) that required improvements to Deemer Creek
Road be determined in consultation with the Sanders County Commissioners, prior
to final plat approval. Legal access must be verified prior to final plat approval;
b) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed Control Board for A Noxious
Weed and Revegetation Plan before any construction on the new lot; and c) that
the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County
Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; and 2) the preliminary
plat for Barnard minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional
preliminary approval upon the submitted findings of facts and the following
contingencies being met prior to final plat approval: a) that the private road
is constructed to minimum county requirements and a maintenance agreement filed
prior too or concurrent with final plat approval, an approved turnaround must
be constructed at the end of the road. A road name sign must be installed prior
too or concurrent with final plat approval. Legal access must also be verified
prior to final plat approval; b) that an easement be created for the access
onto Parcel E; c) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed Control
Board for A Noxious Weed & Revegetation Plan before any construction on
the lots; and d) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements
of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, local regulations, the laws and
administrative rules of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims for the amount of $180,729.82, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present the
completed Fiscal Year 2003-2004 Annual Financial Report; and discussed the Management
Discussion and Analysis portion of the annual report. It was the consensus of
the Board to post notice for public review of the annual financial report in
accordance with 7-6-2123 MCA.
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools; and Kathy McEldrey, Accounting Supt.
of Schools met with the Board to discuss a school issue.
The Board adjourned at 4:50 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
BY:
__________________________, Secretary
Jackie Dean
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