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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JANUARY
06, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, January 6th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Carola Neiman, Barry Fowler, Clark Fork Valley Hospital; Steve Simonson, CDC
Specialist; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review
the questionnaire being proposed for the Community Needs & Assessment Survey.
The Board directed staff with Commissioner Patton to finish any revisions and
deletions, then send the survey to the Department of Commerce for review approval.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The
Board examined the quarterly reports for the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office and the Clerk of Court for the period ending December 31, 2003.
The Board examined the securities from First State Bank of Thompson Falls and
Rocky Mountain Bank of Plains.
The following elected officials were given permission to leave 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; Robert Zimmerman; Bob
Beitz; Suzanne Cooperman; Gene Arnold; and Mark Denke.
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending December 31,
2003 and instructed that the list be filed.
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
JANUARY
07, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, January 7th 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 Washington, D.C.
Brenda Franck, Deputy Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Pat Ingraham, Clerk &
Recorder-Assessor; and Jim Wilson, Foreman District #3 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.
As the Board of Health meeting was canceled 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
JANUARY
08, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana were scheduled to meet
in regular session at on Thursday, January 8th 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
JANUARY
13, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, January 13th 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) presented the final plat for Megans Addition for approval and
signature. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant final plat approval of Megans
Addition as the developer has met all the contingencies, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) presented the final plat for Aspen
Grove 2nd filing for approval and signatures. Commissioner Laws motioned to
grant final plat approval of Aspen Grove as the developer has met all the contingencies
of approval and has satisfied the road construction by guaranteeing a monetary
security provision, the park cash-in-lieu of payment of $363 has been paid,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried; and 3) the
Board discussed the naming of private lanes in regards to the completion of
the rural addressing project.
Tootie Welker, Lynn Beirwagon, Sanders County Coalition for Families; Pat Ingraham,
Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss the disposition
of funding and criteria for the Department of Justice Grant to Encourage Arrests
for Violence Against Women.
Steve Simonson, CDC Specialist; Dan Miles, Land Services Director; and Jackie
Dean, Administrative Assistant met with the Board to discuss the distribution
and mailing of the Needs Assessment Survey.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board approved the submittal of Records Disposal Request #3 as presented
by the records custodian, Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor for disposition
of Election materials, ballots, A101 duplications, cash receipts, and monthly
cash reports.
The Board examined the Quarterly Report from the Sheriff's Office for the period
ending December 31, 2003, and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
Commissioner Laws motioned to abate the following taxes:
Montana Board of Land Trust for Common Schools - $276.63
American Machine & Welding #400059-1998 $367.11; 1999-$358.67
Ace Carpet Cleaning - #400083 for 1996 - $18.54
Big Sky Vending - #400124 for 1998 - $43.42; 1999 - $48.56
Hospitality House - #400125 for 1998 - $263.26; 1999 - $243.85; 2000 - $264.34;
2001 - $480.34; and 2002 - $651.06
Backstreet Café - #400126 for 1998 - $299.74
Eric E. Lindbo Carpentry - #400133 for 1999 - $110.59
High Plains Custom Saddlery & Chaps - #400136 for 1999 - $68.75
UCR Service & Repair - #400576 for 1999 - $57.05
Rick & Allison J. Cash - #400578 for 1996 - $15.07
Robert L. Alcock - #400578 for 1997 - $125.65
Tempe S Holloway - #400582 for 1998-$35.53 and 1999 - $36.47
Kiwacz Andrew - #400599 for 1998-$49.35 and 1999 - $5.00
Tracy Knudson - #400630 for 1999-$29.42
JR Construction - #400631 for 1999-$129.58
Brad Johnson - #400651 for 1999-$10.91; 2000-$11.34; 2001-$31.03 and 2002-$55.63
Eagle One Hour Photo - #401118 for 1998-$330.63
Big Sky Vending - #401154 for 1998-$34.08; 1999-$25.07; 2000-$8.96; 2001-$9.75;
2002-$155.14 and 2003-$122.02
Uptown Gifts - #401173 for 1999-$107.93
John Brush - #401626 for 1995-$21.81; and 1996-$25.93
Knock on Wood - #401678 for 1999-$14.78
Marvin McIntyre - #401691 for 1999-$54.13
Francies Country Store - #402039 for 1997-$93.30 and 1998-$149.77
Nicole Bosley - #402539 for 1999-$12.82; 2000-13.24; and 2001-$26.51
Robert Pierce - #402542 for 1999-$42.03
Bill Hill - #403520 for 1994-$183.18 and 1995-$165.34
J R Klonowski for 1998 - $8.32
E-Z Logging - #405010 for 1995-$32.71; and 1996-$31.46
Stacey Barton - #405064 for 1998-$14.32; and 1999-$5.00
Big Sky Vending - #405073 for 1998-$6.39 and 1999-$5.00
Shaver Clark - #405515 for 1997-$1,136.70
Shana Struble - #406027 for 1996-$6.18
Charles R. Price - #406553 for 1998-$22.35 and 1999-$15.14
Seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt the MACo recommendation and raise the mileage
from 36 cents to 37.5 for the first 1,000 miles, then 34.5 cents after 1,000
miles, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
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
JANUARY
14, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, January 14th 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; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with
the Board to discuss the following: 1) Heron Park issue; and 2) land exchanges.
The Board requested the presence of Gene Arnold, Sheriff to discuss the following:
1) COPS Grant; and 2) personnel issues, therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner
Patton closed this portion of the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
Paul & Sharlene Fitchett; Rich Gebhardt, Attorney; Brian Burky, AVISTA/Park
Board Member;
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-002 setting scheduled
fees for election services provided to schools, municipalities and special districts,
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
JANUARY
15, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, January 15th 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 procedures for Dixon property tax deed; 2) Rocky Shore Subdivision hearing
process; 3) Hot Springs Refuse District personnel; 4) sharing computer upgrade
expenses for the justice system; and 5) the grant to Encourage Arrests for Violence
Against Women.
Oscar Benson, Hot Springs resident requested to meet with the Board as he was
not on the scheduled agenda to discuss Tibble subdivision and water rights.
Greg Hinkle; Bernard & Val Stender Jr.; Jim & Barbara Inman; Tor &
Susanna Schauman; Carl Haywood; Clark Davis; Mark Bronner; Marc Carstens, Developer's
Representative; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; and Dan Miles, Land Services
Director met with the Board for the public hearing on Rocky Shores Subdivision.
Mr. Carstens presented the application and read the Environmental Assessment.
Mr. Miles then read the findings of facts, conditions and notes. The meeting
was then opened for public comment as follows: Mark Bronner's concerns about
agriculture and the state review of septic systems; Bernie Stender stated he
thought it was a good layout; and Greg Hinkle's concerns about one subdivision
on Cherry Creek Road with one in and out; his concerns about fire hazard; road
maintenance good during the week but not on weekends; and dog packs running
the deer. Commissioner Brooker motioned to take said subdivision under advisement
until 10:00 a.m. on January 20, 2004, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Susan Schroedel met with the Board to express her concerns regarding the Montana
Animal Rescue Society (MARS) Organization within Sanders County, their compliance
with State and Federal laws and public profile. In addition, Ms. Schroedel wanted
that the Board to consider requesting reorganization of the existing MARS Organization
over a period of 90 days and a revision of the county's contract with MARS that
would address a performance date clause and clarity of language in regards to
the county's expectations of said organization. Others present were: Dan Schroedel;
Ed Moreth, Clark Fork Valley Press; Jackie Dean, MARS Member; Bob Zimmerman,
County Attorney; and Sandra Gubel, Sanders County Ledger. Public comments voiced
addressed: what constituted viable expenses and care of the animals.
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
JANUARY
20 , 2004
Board
of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session on
Tuesday, January 20th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Marc Carstens; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to for
the decision on Rocky Shores major 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, a minimum of
50 foot easement, with a maintenance agreement filed prior too or concurrent
with final plat approval, and 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; b) that a written easement be granted to Sanders County
for an additional fifteen feet of right-of-way to provide for a standard half-width
right-of-way (30 feet), from this property for Blue Creek Road; c) that the
county approve, prior to any construction, the drive approach onto county roads
for Tract 6; d) that the subdivision complies with the mitigation request of
the Thompson Falls Rural Fire Department; e) that the tree in the road side
clear zone at the North leg of the intersection of Britt Lane and Blue Creek
Road be removed; f) 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 g) 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.
Commissioner Patton and Commissioner Brooker attended the Community Development
Corporation meeting at the Rimrock.
Mark Luther, BullBerry Systems requested to meet with the Board as he was not
on the scheduled agenda to present their enhanced 911 and cell phone system
of operation.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to inform them
that if any County agency wanted to run a mill levy they will need to have all
the paperwork done and presented to the Election Administrator by March 25th
to make the June 8th Primary Election.
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
JANUARY
21 , 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, January 21st 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 Safety Committee meeting. Others present
were: Jim Wilson, Safety Director; Cindy Morgan, Vice-Safety Director; Jim Watts,
Foreman District #1; Mark Loraas, Foreman District #2; Jim Inman, Solid Waste
Supervisor; Jim Marich, Custodial Engineer; Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator; Mike
Chenoweth, Weed District Supervisor; and Mark Denke, 911 Manager/Coroner. Topics
discussed included: 1) the review of the following accident/incident reports:
a) Karen Dwyer trip and fell over a rug runner. It was the consensus of the
Committee to have the rug runner removed permanently; b) Mark Reeser hurt his
hand when he slipped on a step. It was a freak accident, the Committee just
recommended to be more cautious; and c) Susan Mielke hurt her hand while removing
an ice jam in the sander. The Committee suggested that more care be given when
loading the sander and removing jams; 2) reviewed the Courthouse evacuation
plan and made several amendments; 3) bomb threat check list and evacuation procedures;
4) discussed the evacuation plan for the Sheriff's Office; 5) public comment.
There was no public in attendance. (Detailed minutes on file in Commissioner's
files).
The Board attended the regular quarterly Department Head meeting. Others present
were: Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator; John Halpop, Extension Agent; Ruth Kuykendall,
Bookmobile Librarian; Ed Thompson, Department of Revenue; Jim Marich, Custodial
Engineer; Karen Dwyer, WIC Administrative Assistant; Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist;
Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; Dixie Nichols, Computer Systems Manager;
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools; Jim Wilson, Foreman District #3; Mike
Chenoweth, Weed District Supervisor; Dan Miles, Land Services Director; Mark
Denke, 911 Manager/Coroner; Jim Watts, Foreman District #1; Mark Loraas, Foreman
District #2; Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Dianne Rummel, Clerk
of District Court; and for a short period of time Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney.
Topics discussed included: 1) painting of courthouse offices; 2) courthouse
evacuation plan and the spontaneous fire drill; 3) reviewed and suggested changes
to the evacuation plan; 4) bomb threat checklist and evacuation procedures;
5) the need for posted personnel outside of courthouse when evacuated; 6) the
January 28th Board Training sponsored by the Commissioners, MSU, and Sanders
County Community Development Corporation at the Thompson Falls Senior Citizens
Center; 7) road crews concerns about individuals moving snow from their driveways
onto the county roads and the public safety issues this causes; 8) Kathy Laurence's
resignation and the pending interviews in the Treasurer's Office; 9) the new
licensing laws for ATVs, boats, trailers, snowmobiles, etc; 10) higher caseloads
in the court system (450-500cases in 1998 and in 2003 700-950 open cases); 11)
an update on rural addressing project, still verifying road and lane names;
12) public hearing on Sanders County Wastewater Treatment Regulations tonight
at 6:00 p.m.; 13) Noxon Ambulance radio system; 14) tower at Clark's Peak; 15)
Sheriff's Office hiring a new officer to replace the Officer that took SRO position;
16) State 911 plan for the whole state could save county dollars; 17) the State
plans are to have enhanced 911 and cellular 911 up and running all over the
state by December 2005; 18) Homeland Security Grant for $110,000.00 to purchase
equipment for the county; 19) hazardous spill training on Saturday, January
24; 20) Annual Hazmat Convention in Lake County on March 23-25; 21) OEM will
be working with Lake County on an agricultural appendix for the disaster plan;
22) an issue with woodcutters falling trees on county roads and cutting out
only the middle and leaving the rest along side of the roads causing hazards;
23) the Weed Districts new public relations program and getting information
out to the public; 24) remodeling of Weed shop; and 25) Commissioner Brooker,
Montana Representative of NACO's visit to Washington, DC. (Detailed minutes
on file in the Commissioner's files).
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board regarding disposition
of records. Commissioner Laws motioned to approve the disposition of election
materials, ballots, A101 duplications, cash receipts and monthly cash reports
as listed in the Records Disposal Request #3 and as approved by the Montana
Local Government Records Committee and instructed the Clerk to destroy said
records, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board attended the regularly scheduled Solid Waste Refuse Disposal meeting.
Others present were: Jerry Shively, Solid Waste Advisory Board member; and Jim
Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor. Topics discussed included: 1) a conference call
with Laura Nicoli regarding the education portion of the Rural Assistance Grant;
2) the following refuse appeals: a) Nolan Parker, leased building on MRL property.
Commissioner Patton motioned to remove the solid waste refuse fee from the leased
building and refund one year of fees, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion
was unanimously carried; b) Wayne & Laura Dykstra for double charges on
solid waste fees. Commissioner Brooker motioned to refund refuses paid double
in 2001, 2002, & 2003 and to remove one unit from Tax Roll #30737, seconded
by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried; and c) Doug Huntley
requested a refund of refuse fees on a cabin up Thompson River Road. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to deny Mr. Huntley's appeal, seconded by Commissioner Patton.
Motion was unanimously carried; 3) Jim reported that they have collected since
October 15, 2003 60.46 tons of glass to use for gravel pit reclamation; 4) sales
of recycle material from July 2003 through December 2003 for $5,536.15; 5) estimated
cost of proposed recycling storage building is $22,875.00 not including labor;
6) accident report on fender bender in roll off site; 7) money collected from
non-typical billing from January 2003 through December 2003 in the amount of
$15,174.00; 8) billing non-profit organizations for 2002-2004; 9) using road
database program for solid waste activities; and 10) public comment: did the
reports on the glass recycling include cost of the truck to haul? The truck
was bought with grant money from the Rural Assistance Grant; and What about
the ashes from the Co-Gen plant. Solid waste will not take the ashes at this
time. (Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's files).
The Board recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 6:05 p.m. for the Board of Health Sanders County Wastewater
Treatment Regulations changes public hearing. Present were the following Board
of Health members: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws,
Dr. Jacob Lulack, MD and Dr. Robert Gregg, DVM; Jeremy Dvorak, Sanitarian; Dan
Miles, Land Services Director; Robert Zimmerman, County Attorney; Jim Hilt;
Laurie Dvorak; and Doug Mitch. Jeremy presented the proposed changes to the
Wastewater Treatment Regulations as follows: Section 4.1 General Permit Information:
It shall be unlawful for any person to install, construct, alter, extend, or
use an individual sewage treatment system within Sanders County unless a valid
permit has been issued by the Environmental Health Office or the Board of Health
in Sanders County before the construction is started, except that use of a system
without a permit is lawful for any private or public buildings installed before
October 2, 1991; It shall be unlawful to install, construct, alter, extend individual
sewage treatment systems within Sanders County unless that person holds a valid
Sanders County Sewage Treatment System Installer's License. The landowner may
construct, alter, or extend their own system as long as they construct, alter
or extend on their own property with a valid permit to perform such a construction,
alteration or extension. The landowner shall have the system inspected by the
Sanders County Environmental Health Department before the system is covered.
Before digging, a landowner must attend a short meeting with the County Sanitarian
to discuss the construction and installation of the system. Section 3.2 References:
removed the WQB4, WQB5, and WQB6; Section 2.20 Impervious Material: mean material
with a percolation rate slower than 120 minutes per inch (greater than 120 mpi).
Any soil layer which has a NRCS soil permeability rating of less than 0.06 inches
per hour also falls within the scope of this definition. Section 7.1 Reuse of
an existing system: A new home or structure may be connected into an existing
system provided the system meets all of the following criteria: The system meets
current design standards, evidenced by partial excavation or previous documentation
has been described as to location, construction, capacity and soundness and,
The system has adequate capacity to treat anticipated maximum daily wastewater
discharges, demonstrated by a percolation test and soil profile, and, The system
complies with these regulations or local or state regulations in effect at the
time of installation, and, A permit application and applicable fees must have
been submitted and approved before installation if installed after March 14,
1995, and, There is no evidence of failure. A person desiring to re-use an existing
system must submit his request to the Environmental Health Department on the
standard application, along with a review fee and supporting documentation as
described above. Public comment: Jim Hilt asked about a system that was designed
by an engineer and was denied in the past, can they do that. Commissioner Brooker
stated that he should have brought it to the issue to the Board of Health and
if that should occur in the future to bring it to the Board of Health. Doug
Mitch stated he thought the changes make sense and they make things more standardized.
Jim Hilt asked why in the state of Montana an installer has to have licenses
from each county, but in the state of Idaho they have one license for the whole
state. It was suggested to Mr. Hilt that he contact his State Representative
or Senator to try and change the existing law. Other questions were regarding vaulted systems, sizes for tanks and land that cannot be developed due to ground
water issues.
Commissioner Laws motioned to take said proposed Wastewater Treatment Regulations
under advisement, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Mr. Zimmerman suggested that when the Board of Health approves the proposed
changes that an effective date be incorporated into the changes.
The Board adjourned at 6:53 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
22 , 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, January 22nd 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 Encourage Arrest
Grant.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney
met with the Board to discuss the insect fund and weed budget.
Randy Avery, Plum Creek Timber met with the Board to discuss the County roads
crossing state sections and Plum Creek landownership in those areas. Will work
in cooperation with Plum Creek on road easements with the state. Also present
was Dan Miles, Land Services Director.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to post for the MACo Conference starting
February 9, 2004 through February 13, 2004 in Billings, Montana.
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-003 canceling outstanding
warrants over a year old from the Treasurer's Office.
The Board adjourned 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
27 , 2004
The Board of County Commissioners
of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session on Tuesday, January 27th 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 present the final plat
for Tradewinds Commercial Village 3rd filing for final plat approval and signtures.
Commissioner Laws motioned to grant final plat approval of Tradewinds Commercial
Village 3 as the developer has met all the conditions of preliminary approval,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Fraser McClay, Carl Coletti, Global Development Services, John Halpop, Extension
Agent; Louie LaRock, Thompson Falls Mayor; Frank Sularz, Community Development
Corporation; Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss Brownfield
designation and cleanup; connections to Thompson Falls Water System and various
potential future uses.
Paul Day and Bob Frisk requested to meet with the Board as they were not on
the scheduled agenda to discuss their concerns that the Deemer Creek Road and
creek might be misused by residents.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the unanimous decision
of the Board to call for bids for Sanders County Legal Advertising and County
Printing. (Original notices to call for bids are on file in the Clerk &
Recorder-Assessor's Office).
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to advertise the call for Chemical
bids for fiscal year 2004. (Original notice to call for bids are on file in
the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to publish the Notice of Public Hearing
for the Hendrick/Brodmerkle abandonment of County Easement #82. (Original notice
of public hearing is on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
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
28, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, January 28th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board.
Scott Reidahl met with the Board to discuss an issue with the licensing of snowmobiles
and the misinformation that was given to individuals on the fees and licensing
of snowmobiles.
The Board attended the regular quarterly Board of Health meeting. Others present
were: Ron Warren, Rocky Mountain Surveyors; Kathy Logan; Joe Schofield; Manford
Tempero; Mike Tempero; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; Dr. Jacob Lulack, MD;
Dr. Robert Gregg, DVM; Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse/Officer; Jeremy Dvorak,
Sanitarian; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director. Topics discussed included:
1) Y-Quick Stop septic system. Jeremy suggested the following options to address
the issue: a) grant another extension for repairing the septic system and allow
the Y to continue serving food until the project is completed; b) grant a variance
from the food code that would allow the Y to use the existing system and continue
to serve food. These two options would require the Board of Health to validate
their food license; or c) require the septic system to be completed before the
Y-Quick Stop's food license is validated. Mr. Tempero noted that he is aware
of the existing problem and expressed his concerns and advised them of his plans
for new drain field system. After considerable discussion Dr. Gregg moved that
the Board of Health grant Mr. Tempero's Y-Quik Stop establishment a six (6)
month extension to have an engineered approved drain system in place, to validate
the Y's food license for 2004 and authorize the Chairman to validate the license,
seconded by Dr. Lulack. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) Topps Motel violations.
Upon re-inspection of the facility, there were no efforts to rectify their violations
with water temperatures, appropriate cleaners, cleaning utensils, sufficient
storage areas and overall handling procedures for supplies, linens, etc. Jeremy
suggested the following options to the Board: a) that the Board disregard the
violations and validate the motels license; or support legal action against
the establishment to encourage them to correct the violations. Following a detailed
discussion, Dr. Lulack motioned to not validate the license for the Topps Motel
and refer the matter onto the County Attorney for legal action, seconded by
Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried; 3) Peter Del Giudice built
another residence on his property and is in violation of Sanders County Wastewater
Regulations, therefore, Jeremy requested the Board write Mr. Del Giudice a Notice
of Violation. Dr. Lulack motioned that the Board send a notice of violation
to Mr. Peter Del Giudice and refer the matter to the County Attorney, seconded
by Dr. Gregg. Motion was unanimously carried; 4) Joe Schofield, Ron Warren &
Kathy Logen met with the Board to request a floodplain variance on Mr. Scholfield's
Lot 3 parcel. Based on a DNRC 1992 study Lot 3 was not located within the floodplain,
but the recently adopted State HKM study it's status is now within the floodplain.
After a lengthy discussion regarding the variance and information provided by
the floodplain manager that the county abides by the recently adopted State
HKM Study, Commissioner Laws moved that the Board of Health deny the variance
request, seconded by Dr. Gregg. Roll call votes as follows: Commissioner Laws
- aye; Dr. Gregg - aye; Dr. Lulack - nay; Commissioner Brooker - abstained;
and Commissioner Patton - aye. Motion was carried; 5) the WIC Program restructuring
plan; and 6) the Bioterrorism Preparedness Plan grant and related activities;
the Board recessed at 3:45 p.m. The Board of Health reconvened at 4:15 p.m.
The resolution for amending the Sanders County Wastewater Treatment Regulations
was ready for review and adoption by the Board of Health. With no objections
voiced or changes required, Commissioner Laws moved that the Board of Health
adopt Resolution 2004-004, amending Sanders County Wastewater Treatment Regulations,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Roll call votes as follows: Commissioner Laws
- aye; Commissioner Brooker - aye; Dr. Gregg - aye; Dr. Lulack - aye; and Commissioner
Patton - aye. Motion was unanimously carried. Public comment was not applicable
due to the absence of participants.
The Board recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 5:30 p.m. for the Montana State University, Board Law
Training at the Thompson Falls Senior Citizens.
The Board adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
_______________________________
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
JANUARY
29, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, January 29th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims in the amount of $251,474.87,
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) a resolution for the Weed District; 2) the open meeting law and correct posting
of agenda for various boards and district of the County.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims in the amount of $421,132.76, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
John Halpop, Extension Agent met with the Board to present the proposed chemical
bid. Commissioner Laws motioned to advertise for sealed bids for Weed Control
Chemicals/Herbicides until March 12, 2004 at 5:00 p.m, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried. Commissioner Laws motioned to advertise
for sealed bids for Grasshopper Control Chemicals/Insecticides until March 12,
2004 at 5:00 p.m., 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:
__________________________
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
FEBRUARY
03 , 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, February 3rd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Rory Nygaard; Harold Savik, Weed Board Member; John Halpop, Weed Board Secretary;
and Mike Chenoweth, Weed District Supervisor met with the Board to discuss the
resolution on a 2 mil levy for the Weed District. The Weed Board will review
the resolution and present it to the Board of Commissioners after their February
meeting.
Rita Lundgren, Thompson Falls Beautification Committee met with the Board to
discuss 2004 Beautification Days on April 29th, 30th, and May 1st. Topics discussed
included: 1) funding for printing of flyer and ad in Ledger; 2) placing container
in Courthouse parking lot; and 3) having the Thompson Falls roll off site open
on April 30th. The Board informed Mrs. Lundgren that these items will have to
be discussed by the Solid Waste Refuse Disposal Board at their next meeting
on February 18th at 2:00 p.m.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending January 30,
2004 and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
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
FEBRUARY
04 , 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, February 4th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to the public hearing requirements
for the Community Development Corporation. Commissioner Brooker motioned to
give the Community Development Corporation permission to do the required public
hearings, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried. Dan
Miles, Land Services Director was present for a portion of the meeting.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) Dixon tax deed for Bruem; 2) a contract for snowplowing McLaughlin Creek
Road; 3) the Cabinet Gorge Park boundaries; 4) the road annexation in Plains;
and 5) County Attorney's salaries.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss the
year-end budget transfer between projected deficits and projected surpluses
per 7-6-4031 MCA and legislative amendments to said law. The amended law gives
the Board the option to continue the year-end transfers or forgo this option.
The Board agreed that the need for the year-end transfer was not necessary and
informed the Clerk of their decision.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending January 31, 2004 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
FEBRUARY
05 , 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, February 5th 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 revised covenants for Hamilton Subdivision for review
and approval. Commissioner Brooker motioned to approve the revised covenants
as presented, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried;
2) set the date for a public hearing on the land exchange between Paul &
Sharlene Fitchett and the County for March 3rd at 6:30 p.m; and 3) set the date
for a public hearing for the Riverfront West major subdivision on March 9, 2004
at 2:00 p.m. in the Commissioner's Conference Room.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to post for cancellation on February
18, 2004 due to conflict schedules.
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
FEBRUARY
17, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, February 17th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Norma Merritt; Frank Carr; Kathy Logan; Ron Warren, Rocky Mountain Surveyors;
and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board for the re-submittal
of the Carr-Merritt minor plat. The original submittal was denied last year.
They discussed the issues with the re-submittal regarding road grades, weed
control, storm drainage and sanitary restrictions. Dan met with the Board to
review and discuss these other issues: 1) the preliminary minor plat for Cabinet
Gorge Tracts. Commissioner Laws motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval
upon 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 Lilliard 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 Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried; 2) presented the final plat for Fryxell minor subdivision for final
approval and signature. Commissioner Laws motioned to grant final plat approval
of Fryxell minor subdivision as the developer has met all the conditions of
preliminary approval, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously
carried; and 3) presented the final plat for Fleming minor subdivision for approval
and signatures. Commissioner Laws motioned to grant final plat approval of Fleming
minor subdivision as the developer has met all the conditions of preliminary
plat approval, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board proceeded to open the sealed bids for the County's Legal Advertising.
Bids received were: Sanders County Ledger was Montana Code less 20%; and Valley
Press/Mineral Independent Montana Code less 41%. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to take said bids under advisement, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried. Also present for the bid opening were: Ed Moreth and Dan
Drewry.
The Board proceeded to open the only sealed bid from the Sanders County Ledger
for County printing. The bid was Montana Code less 20%. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to award the county printing bid to the Sanders County Ledger for fiscal
year 2003/2004, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney 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; and the Dixon tax deed property and payment of back
taxes.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss the
pending polling site inspections and the study commission ballot issue.
Dean & Georgene Pieper; Brenda Brodmerkle; Dan & Sue Vogel; Claude Burlingame;
and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board for the public hearing
on the Abandonment of Easement #82. Claude Burligame presented the proposed
abandonment to the Board at that time he noted that an easement was created
between the Brodmerkle's and the Hendrick's. Claude also discussed the extent
of the current proposal. Mr. Vogel an affected landowner South of Highway 200
expressed a concern for the abandonment of the easement South of Highway 200.
It was agreed by all parties that the portion of the easement South of Highway
200 would not be abandoned. Commissioner Laws motioned to abandon all of that
portion of the easement North of Highway 200, seconded by Commissioner Brooker.
Motion was unanimously carried.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to post for March 4th to inspect
polling site within the County; and post for cancellation on March 11th, 16th,
23rd and 24th due to conflicting schedules.
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
18, 2004
The Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular
session on Thursday, February 19th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton,
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Greg Larsen; Mike Justus; Ed Thompson; Thomas Cuddy; Margaret Kemner; Rick Cavill;
Kurt Werst; Ricie Carlson; Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist; Bill Naegeli, OEM
Coordinator; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss
the Wildland Interface Grant, fire suppression funds and creating a Sanders
County Advisory Committee. They also discussed the following: 1) hiring of a
part-time Forester paid by grant fund; 2) to plan, develop community support
and implement land owner contracts; and 3) use of wood waste for energy.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) the Encourage Arrest Grant; 2) discussed the content of the resolution for
the mill levy requested by the weed district; 3) Beau Rawlins request to dissolve
the Dixon Water and Sewer District by petition.
Harold Savik, and John Halpop requested to meet with the Board as they were
not on the scheduled agenda to explain the presented resolution on the Weed
District mill levy. Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-005
allowing 2 ½ mill levy for weed district to be placed on the ballot,
seconded Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried. (Original resolution
on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office). The Board also discussed
the possibility of continuing to provide a permissive levy of up to 1 ½
mills from the county's millage.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to present the preliminary
plat of Carr-Merritt minor subdivision plat. Commissioner Brooker motioned to
grant conditional preliminary approval of Carr-Merritt minor subdivision based
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; b) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County
Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed and Re-vegetation Plan prior to final
plat approval; c) that all road cut and fill areas and other sites disturbed
by road construction are re-seeded and adequate erosion control measures established
prior to final plat approval; d) that a professional engineer design a storm
water management plan for the project prior to final plat approval; e) that
the fire protection section of the subdivision regulations be satisfied prior
to final plat approval; and f) 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.
The Board attended a short Sanders County Solid Waste Refuse Disposal meeting.
Others present were: Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor. Topics included: 1)
Jims recycling reports; and 2) executive session to discuss a personnel issue,
therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner Laws closed the meeting to the
public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse and Karen Dwyer, WIC Administrative Assistant
requested to meet with the Board as they were not on the scheduled agenda to
discuss attendance of a Commissioner at the WIC meeting in Missoula on Friday,
February 27th.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present the
audit contract with Denning, Downey and Associates for fiscal year 2004-2005
and the GASB34 compliance contract. It was the unanimous decision to have the
Chairman sign said contracts.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to award the Sanders County Ledger the legal advertising
bid, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Roll call votes as follows: Commissioner
Brooker - aye; Commissioner Laws - aye and Commissioner Patton - nay. Motion
was carried by majority vote.
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
FEBRUARY
19, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, February 24th 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) to discuss the submittal of Rangers Roost Subdivision by the Forest
Service; and 2) discussed the participation of the Land Services Director with
the Clark Fork-Pend Oreille Conservancy of Sanders County Land Trust.
John Rotter and Frederrick Doty met with the Board regarding assignment of John
Rotter's Thompson Falls Airport Lease to Frederick Doty and to get the Boards
approval. It was the unanimous decision of the Board to approve the assignment
of said lease for Parcel #4 as requested.
Commissioner Laws left at 3:30 p.m.
Judith Schaefer requested to meet with the Board as she was not on the scheduled
agenda to request permission to use the Courthouse lawn for Heritage Days. It
was the unanimous decision of the Board to allow the Heritage Club the use of
the Courthouse lawn for Mother's Day weekend.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint Betty King and Alice Dettwiler to the
Noxon/Heron Cemetery District for three year terms, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint Ole (Tobo) Leveistad to the Noxon/Heron/Trout
Creek TV District for another three year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker.
Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Beverly Bangen, Manfred Tempero,
and Michael Wigton, to the Hot Springs TV District for three year terms, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Francis North and Glendon Rummel
to the Plains Cemetery District for three year terms, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Leo Rambur to the Plains/Paradise
TV District for another three year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Doris Grimm and Alvin Amundson to
the Sanders County Tax Appeal Board for three year terms, 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
FEBRUARY
24, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, February 24th 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) to discuss the submittal of Rangers Roost Subdivision by the Forest
Service; and 2) discussed the participation of the Land Services Director with
the Clark Fork-Pend Oreille Conservancy of Sanders County Land Trust.
John Rotter and Frederrick Doty met with the Board regarding assignment of John
Rotter's Thompson Falls Airport Lease to Frederick Doty and to get the Boards
approval. It was the unanimous decision of the Board to approve the assignment
of said lease for Parcel #4 as requested.
Commissioner Laws left at 3:30 p.m.
Judith Schaefer requested to meet with the Board as she was not on the scheduled
agenda to request permission to use the Courthouse lawn for Heritage Days. It
was the unanimous decision of the Board to allow the Heritage Club the use of
the Courthouse lawn for Mother's Day weekend.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint Betty King and Alice Dettwiler to the
Noxon/Heron Cemetery District for three year terms, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint Ole (Tobo) Leveistad to the Noxon/Heron/Trout
Creek TV District for another three year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker.
Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Beverly Bangen, Manfred Tempero,
and Michael Wigton, to the Hot Springs TV District for three year terms, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Francis North and Glendon Rummel
to the Plains Cemetery District for three year terms, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Leo Rambur to the Plains/Paradise
TV District for another three year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Doris Grimm and Alvin Amundson to
the Sanders County Tax Appeal Board for three year terms, 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
FEBRUARY
25, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, February 25th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor 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:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-006 providing for a study
commission and funding to be placed on the ballot, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. 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, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, February 26th 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 Washington, D.C.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims in the amount of $263,537.02,
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) County gravel pits; and 2) contracts with the County.
The Board proceeded to audit County claims for the amount of $140,229.33, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
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
2, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, March 2nd 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 Washington, D.C.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss the following:
Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor met with the Board to discuss the quote received
from Bill Susic on the proposed storage building at the Transfer Station. The
Board instructed Jim to order the building.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-007 amending the Thompson
Falls Airport Improvement grant to include the funding increase, seconded by
Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending February 27,
2004, and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
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
MARCH
03, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, March 3rd 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.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) Plains Airport land purchase and exchange progress; 2) Heron road dispute;
3) Deemer Creek Road 310 permit and Frick concerns; and 4) the Heron Park land
exchange.
Ron Chisenhall; John Clawson; Mary Naegeli; Art Harlow; Don Sauer, Clark Fork
Valley Press; Jay Simons; and Steve Simonson, Sanders County Community Development
Corporation met with the Board for the public hearing required for the Community
Development Block Grant program funds.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Due to a Clerical error the minutes from March 2nd did not show the topics the
Board discussed with Dan Miles, Land Services Director, which included the review
of the Fitchett park land excroachment issue in preparation for the public hearing
and discussed the road naming in the McLaughlin Creek area.
The Board recessed at 4:00 p.m. in order to travel to the Cabinet Gorge parkland
for the site review.
The Board reconvened at 5:30 p.m. for the advertised meeting onsite at the Cabinet
Gorge subdivision parkland site review adjacent to Paul & Sharlene Fitchett
residence. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol Brooker, Harold L.
Laws, Commissioners; Dan Miles, Land Services Director; Paul & Sharlene
Fitchett; Judy Hutchins; Jerry Boquist and Rich Gebhardt, Attorney for Fitchett's
arrived shortly after 5:30 p.m. There was a review and tour of the site showing
the extent and impact of the encroachment. The location of pre-existing property
corners was discussed. The potential property corners of the proposed land exchange
were reviewed. The Board recessed again at 6:00 p.m. to continue to the Heron
Community Center for the public hearing on said land exchange.
The Board reconvened at 6:30 p.m. for the advertised public hearing on the Cabinet
Gorge parkland and Fitchett land exchange hearing. Present were: J. Gail Patton,
Chairman; Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; Jackie Dean, Secretary;
Dan Miles, Land Services Director; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; Brian Burky,
Park Board Chairman; Paul & Sharlene Fitchett, Landowners; Rich Gebhardt,
Fitchett's Attorney; Jerry & Sherry Boquist; Calvin & Brenda Fitchett;
Mike & Nancy Masten; Brent Fitchett; Richard & Deanna Baber; Kelly Fitchett;
John Fitchett; Judy Hutchins; B.J. Lunnen; Jo McLinden; Melissa Dunn; and Janice
Marriman. Commissioner Patton opened the meeting and Dan Miles, presented the
proposed land exchange to the audience. Commissioner Patton then opened the
meeting to public comment on the proposed land exchange. Comments received were
in favor of the proposed land exchange. Park Board Chairman stated that the
Park Board was in agreement with the land exchange. The questions asked were:
Would the driveway access have to be changed? Yes and that will have to be worked
out with the Park Board. Would the boundary lines for other properties in the
subdivision be affected? No. Commissioner Laws asked if the land had been purchased
for the land exchange? Rich stated they had a written commitment. Bob asked
how long it would take to complete the documentation. Rich stated approximately
30 to 45 days and asked when the decision would be made. Commissioner Laws voiced
his concerns with making a decision when the paperwork for the land exchange
has not been completed. Bob suggested that Rich provide a written agreement
contingent upon the decision of the Board. Commissioner Brooker motioned to
take the land exchange under advisement until 10:00 a.m. on March 9, 2004. Commissioner
Patton then opened the meeting to other public concerns and none were voiced.
Therefore, the meeting adjourned at 6:50 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
09, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, March 9th 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) Paul & Sharlene Fitchett park land exchange. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to accept the proposed land exchange between Paul & Sharlene
Fitchett and Sanders County with the condition that the legal description of
the exchange be agreed upon prior to the exchange titles, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) discussed the placement/replacement
of a road sign for Cherry Creek Road; and 3) set the time and place for the
public hearing for Rangers Roost Subdivision for Tuesday, April 6, 2004, at
6:30 p.m. at the Noxon Fire Hall. (Original public hearing notice on file in
the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
Mike Cummins, and Mark Clark, Flathead Chemical Dependency met with the Board
to discuss a new contract with the County and a future Board of Directors with
a Commissioner or local representative to the Board of Directors. Also discussed
the budget, medicaid funds and the County alcohol tax.
Roger Claridge met with the Board to discuss asphalt plants, cost of asphalt
per ton if supplied to the County and the general economic development in Sanders
County.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss the
polling sites and the need to make them handicapped accessible with the use
of grant money.
Greg Hinkle; Loy Williams; Bob Wenholz; Jean Poliequaptewa; Cawnii Peterson;
Kathryn Harris; Paul & Jennifer Fielder; John Verhonich; Loren McCloud;
Rita Lundgren; Howard & Dejuan Page; Ricky Hagedorn, Developer's Representative;
Dan Miles, Land Services Director; Jeremy Dvorak, Sanitarian; and Bob Zimmerman,
County Attorney met with the Board for the Waterfront West Major Subdivision
public hearing. Commissioner Patton opened the meeting and turned it over to
the Rick Hagedorn, Developer Don Oliver's Representative who presented the proposed
subdivision, which is a 16.9 acre subdivision with lot sizes approximately 1
plus acres and the 2.88 acres of open space. They will provide cash-in-lieu
of parkland due to the terrain being unsuitable for parkland. The traffic study
completed in August 2003 was submitted for this subdivision. Commissioner Brooker
asked about the proposed 2.88 acres of open space. The homeowner's association
will own and pay taxes on said open space. Dan stated that staff recommends
conditional approval upon the submitted findings of facts and proposed conditions
as follows: Commissioner Patton asked for public comment in favor of said subdivision
and there was none. Commissioner Patton asked for public comment against said
subdivision. They are as follows: Cawnii Peterson requested that the county
perform their own traffic study instead of the developers, she also discussed
her concerns about one way in and one way out with the fire danger; Paul Fielder
discussed his concerns about the Electromagnetic fields with the power lines
and the possible effects it could have on the health of individuals living in
these areas, his concerns about Mr. Oliver using the covenants from the existing
subdivisions, and their rights to the existing park lands and roads; Jennifer
Fielder discussed a possible planning commission for the Cherry Creek drainage,
her issues with the use of the private parks and roads developed by the existing
homeowners and without the approval of the homeowners association where there
is no legal & physical access for this subdivision; Greg Hinkle reminded
the Board that they have the authority to stop these small parcel subdivisions,
his concerns with safety regarding septic systems polluting the existing wells,
the depletion of wildlife in the area, air quality due to dust from increased
traffic, the one way in and one way out, his concerns about the small lot sizes
and the cumulative effect overall; Jean Poliequaptewa discussed her concerns
with the increased density on the environment, roads, wells/aquifer and wildlife;
Greg Hinkle asked that the speed limit be reduced to 25MPH; Paul Fielder discussed
the forming of the homeowners association and his concerns about the possible
pollution of the existing wells from 13 more septic systems; and Cawnii Peterson
discussed the article in the Spokane paper about septic system and pollution.
Commissioner Patton opened the meeting for rebuttal of these concerns. Rick
Hagedorn spoke about the state having to approve the proposed septic systems
and drainfields. He also discussed the covenants declarant which is Don Oliver
and his rights to the roads and parkland. In response Paul Fielder stated that
he understands the process for approval by DEQ but still has problems with these
13 sites because the information is not accurate and they had to have their
approval redone because of the problems with the information submitted to the
state not being accurate. Mr. McCloud voiced his concerns about the 13 lots
being above his property and the possibility of pollution to his well from 13
septic systems. Greg Hinkle suggested that everyone in the area should test
their wells yearly for pollution. Commissioner again asked for public comment
and Commissioner Laws stated that since the people of Sanders County voted out
the planning board and possible growth plan, which could control density countywide,
and he wondered how would you propose that the Commissioners tell individuals
that they cannot subdivide their property into small parcels? The question came
up about how to form another planning board? The Commissioner suggested they
contact the County Attorney to discuss the issue. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to take Waterfront West Estates under advisement, seconded by Commissioner Laws
Motion was unanimously carried.
Jim Lynch, Old Castle Northwest Group met with the Board to discuss portable
asphalt plants and the possibility of contracting or selling asphalt to Sanders
County and other entities.
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
MARCH
10, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, March 10th 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 USDA Forest Service meeting in Libby, Montana.
Louis LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls requested to meet with the Board as he
was not on the scheduled agenda to discuss the grant to Encourage Arrests and
Convictions. He requested a meeting with all entities involved in said grant.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) the need to amend the resolution allowing for a study commission to be placed
on the ballot; 2) the licensing of Dirty Deeds (Dean Curry) for refuse/debris
containers for rent by the Montana Public Service Commission; and 3) a letter
of intent to create a multi state and county drug task force group to include
Shoshone County, Kootenai County, Benewah County, Mineral County & Sanders
County. Also present was Louis LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist; Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator; Dan Miles, Land
Services Director; and Greg Larson met with the Board to review and discuss
the proposed fire mapping work and grant. Also discussed the Wildland Urban
Interface grant and Sanders County Advisory Board appointments, timelines and
use of local talent.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss the Sanders County
Needs and Income Survey. Also discussed was the pending meeting tomorrow in
Dixon on the CDBG Grant funds.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending February 29, 2004 and
instructed the Clerk to file said report.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to post for special session on March
22nd to meet with participants of the grant to Encourage Arrests and Convictions
and routine county business.
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
12, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session
on Friday, March 12th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Greg Jackson, JPIA; Dave Montelius, Western States Insurance; Pat Ingraham,
Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and discuss the county's
insurance renewal policy. Commissioner Brooker motioned to say no to the new
policy for Subdivision Indemnification, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss: 1) the access
issues identified in the public hearing for Waterfront West Subdivision; and
reviewed the park lease agreement with the Heron Park Association and insurance
issues.
Jerry Pauli, Thompson Falls Superintendent; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney
met with the Board to discuss the school fuels and RAC funding.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the Heron Park
Insurance and the need to amend Resolution 2004-006.
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
MARCH
17, 2004
Board
of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session on
Wednesday, March 17th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Loy Williams; Leon Scott; Rick Hagedorn, Developer's Representative; Claude
Burlingame, Attorney; Dan Miles, Land Services Director; and Bob Zimmerman,
County Attorney met with the Board for the decision on Waterfront Estates West
Subdivision. Commissioner Patton opened the meeting for the decision on Waterfront
Estates West. Claude Burlingame requested the Board address the access and existing
private parkland issue. Rick Hagedorn then requested the Board delay the decision
until March 30, 2004 to give all parties time to review the letter regarding
access. Commissioner Laws motioned to grant the requested delay until March
30, 2004, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) presented the final plat for Cabinet Gorge Tracts for approval
and signatures as the developer has met all the conditions of preliminary approval.
Commissioner Laws motioned to grant final plat approval for Cabinet Gorge Tracts,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) presented
the preliminary plat for Stark minor subdivision. Commissioner Laws 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 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. Legal access
must also be verified prior to final plat approval; b) that a no-access easement
be established on the Whitepine Creek Road it must be a shared drive approach
with Lot 1; c) that a written easement be granted to Sanders County for an additional
10 feet of right-of-way for Whitepine Creek Road to establish a standard half-width
right-of-way of 30 feet along the frontage of this project; and 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, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried; and 3) the Board reviewed the proposed
survey of the parkland exchange with Paul & Sharlene Fitchett. The Board
agrees with the water front footage and total area being exchanged.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss Assistant
Chief Election Judges hourly wage and polling site improvements. The Board unanimously
agreed that $6.25 an hour be the established hourly wage for Assistant Chief
Election Judges of each precinct.
Larry Mickelson, Department of Transportation met with the Board to discuss
speed limit study on Prospect Creek Road, the speed limit postings for Thompson
River Road, Snyder and Copper King. They also discussed the new proposed asphalt
overlay for the Trout Creek area this summer, the reconstruction of Highway
200 in the Bad Rock area and future reconstruction of the Thompson River Highway
200 Bridge.
The Board attended the regularly scheduled Sanders County Solid Waste Refuse
Disposal Board meeting. Others present were: Jerry Shively; Katrina & Dean
Curry; Carolyn Gill; and Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor. Topics discussed
were: 1) refuse appeals for Judy Minemeyer, Norm Knudson, and Patrick &
Stacy Milner; 2) Dean Curry's request that the County no longer provide containers
for rent as he is now licensed; 3) Jim's reports on bales shipped and recycling
counts; 4) researching possible charges to the post offices; 5) the maintenance
and repairs portion of the Solid Waste budget; 6) non-typical billing and collection
reports; 7) final close out of 2003 farm bill grant; 8) public comment from
Jerry Shively regarding charges on containers being to low that the amount does
not pay for damage, maintenance; and concerns about the permitting process;
9) the Solid Waste Board then went into Executive Session to discuss a personnel
issue, therefore, the meeting was closed to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA. The
Board requested the presence Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney to discuss the request
of Dean Curry and the personnel issue. (Detailed minutes on file in the Solid
Waste files).
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the liability insurance
documents with Western States Insurance, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Amended Resolution 2004-006 for the study
commission to be placed on the June 8, 2004 Primary Ballot, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board advised the Clerk to repost for March 22, 2004 for an all day special
session for the meeting with participants of the grant to Encourage Arrests
and routine county business.
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
18, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, March 18th at 11:00 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) Dirty Deeds request on container rentals; 2) Plains Airport land acquisition;
3) Heron Park Board's lease agreement for Heron Park; and 4) Deemer Creek Road
easement issues.
Mike Hashisaki, Fair Manager; Bruce Icenoggle, Fair Board Member met with the
Board to present the 2004-2005 proposed budget for the Fair. Also discussed
was the permit for fireworks at the Fair. It was the consensus of the Board
to have the Chairman sign said permit. Also present was Pat Ingraham, Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor.
Brent Fitchett; Joel King; Ron Chenoweth; Ryan & Tamra Weltz; Howard Page;
Dan Miles, Land Services Director; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with
the Board for the public hearing on the petition for abandonment submitted by
Brent & Kathy Fitchett.
The Board adjourned 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
22, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session
on Monday, March 22nd at 1:00 p.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Yoder met with the Board to obtain permission for a Farmer's
Market. Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the permit for
said farmers market, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Dean & Katrina Curry, Dirty Deeds; Carolyn Gill, Curry's Attorney; and Jim
Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the
Board to discuss the request of Dean Curry that the county no longer rent containers
to individuals due to the effect on his business. Mr. Curry requested the Board
call BFI and get their costs for containers that hauled and dumped. The Board
proceeded with a conference call with Dave Seebenger, BFI to discuss the costs
of disposal from independent haulers.
Courtney Harris; Abby Sund; Lynn Bierwagen; Herb Lay; Irwin Bangen; Bev Bangen;
Shawn Emmett; Louis LaRock; Linda Soderlind; Eileen Stone; Sammy Holstin; JoAnn
Moore; Valerie Borgmann; Maurice Shoemaker; Brad Gary; Norman & Mary Lou
Hermes; Larry Wadsworth; Ron & Candy Reedy; Glenn Garrison; Mark Soderlind;
Tom Eggensperger, Sandra Gubel, Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor;
Sanders County Ledger; Chuck Hammett, Thompson Falls Chief of Police; James
Marble, Plains Chief of Police; Dan Bates, Mayor of Plains; Louis LaRock, Thompson
Falls Mayor; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Donna Neal, Sheriff's Office Administrator;
Tootie Welker, Director SCCFF met with the Board to discuss the criteria for
the grant to Encourage Arrest Policies and Enforcement of Protection Orders
program. Commissioner Patton opened the meeting and turned it over to Tootie
for a brief description of the grant. Commissioner Brooker stated she would
like to see the grant move forward and we need to work on the special prosecutor
issue. Gene informed those present that they are utilizing the grant and have
spent approximately $58,348.00 so far. Louie LaRock stated that he has filed
a complaint with the Department of Justice regarding the problem with the special
prosecutor and that he did not sign the agreement. Commissioner Patton opened
the meeting to public comment: Tootie requested input from the Thompson Falls
City Council members that were present: Tom Eggensperger agrees that Thompson
Falls should participate; Maurice Shoemaker agrees Thompson Falls should participate;
Glenn Garrison stated that SCCFF responds to his calls immediately and he supports
the grant 110%; the letter of support from Janice Butte was read to those present;
Lynn Bierwagen discussed an issue were the person had 5 incidents on record
and his felony arrest was now being reduced or may even get dismissed. Dan Bates,
Mayor of Plains agrees that Plains should participate; Linda Soderlind gave
a brief summary of why domestic violence needs to be prosecuted and the abuser
needs to be held accountable; James Marble stated his concerns about the misconception
that this effects just SCCFF, domestic violence effects every member of the
family and it is up to law enforcement to make sure the information is detailed
and correct; Herb Lay stated his concerns about victims rights and when their
cases are plea bargained or deferred sentences are issued; Tootie briefly touched
on the special investigator that was hire for assault and sex crimes; Shawn
Emmett stated if the reports are written right the offender can be taken care
of the first time; Ron Reedy would encourage people to participate in this grant;
Eileen Stone agrees with grant; Mark Soderlind stated that violence against
women is going the same way and place that MADD did against drunk drivers; Commissioner
Laws stated that the Board agrees with the grant but the County Attorney opted
not to participate and the Commissioners have not authority to run his office.
At this point the Clerk read the letter from the County Attorney's Office at
the request of the Board. Tootie passed around a news article on Broadwater
County lawsuit. Tootie then suggested that Bob Zimmerman file the charges in
his office and refer to the special prosecutor. The meeting was adjourned at
4:56 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
25, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, March 25th 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 National Forest Coalition for Schools & Counties
meeting in Reno, Nevada.
Marc Carstens; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review
and discuss several lot line changes with Marc Carstens for Mustang Haven subdivision.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) presented the final plat of Jensen minor subdivision for approval
and signatures. 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; and 2) present the preliminary
minor plat for Chamblin 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 Cherry Creek Road on Tract A-1, to establish road
easements for right-of-way; 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 Patton.
Louie LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls requested to meet with the Board as he
was not on the scheduled agenda to discuss the PM10 Air Quality Control Plan.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) the Plains Airport land acquisition; and 2) standard agreement with State
Department of Transportation for equipment purchase for the Sheriff's Office.
Also present was Louis LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls.
Ron Olford requested to meet with the Commissioners as he was not on the scheduled
agenda to discuss the Co-Gen Plant meeting on the evening of March 24th.
Linda Sund, CFVH; Dr. Dean French; Dr. Joseph Nicoletto; Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications
Officer; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Dan Miles, Land Services Director; and Bill Naegeli,
OEM Coordinator met with the Board to discuss the War Supplemental Grant and
hospital communications.
Mark Bonner requested to meet with the Board as he was not on the scheduled
agenda to discuss his view on the Co-Gen Plant.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to post for cancellation for the
following dates due to conflicting schedules: April 8th and April 20th, 2004.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Bruce Icenoggle to the Salary Compensation
Board to replace Ron Rude, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Teresa Shaw to the Sanders County Bookmobile
Board of Trustees for a five year term, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the SUB-GRANT with Northwest
Montana Human Resources for the senior citizen transportation funds, seconded
by Commissioner Patton. 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
MARCH
30, 2004
Board
of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session on
Tuesday, March 30th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Loren McCloud; Phyllis Smith; Mary Smith; Jean Polequaptwa; William Hagedorn,
Developer's Representative; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the
Board for the decision on the preliminary plat for Waterfront West major subdivision.
Commissioner Laws 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 legal and physical access to the lots is verified
prior to final plat approval; b) that the private road (Hope Lane) 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; c) that the developer provide 2-3 inches of new surface
gravel for the portion of Waterfront circle impacted by this development. This
material must be similar in composition to that used for surfacing Coveview
Lane. This must be done prior to final plat approval; d) that the subdivider
complies with the mitigation request of the Thompson Falls Rural Fire District
prior to final plat approval; e) that the park requirements be satisfied with
a cash-in-lieu payment; f) that a Homeowners Association be created concurrent
with or prior to final plat approval; g) that a Waiver of the Right to Protest
a rural Special Improvement District be filed with the final plat; h) 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 i) 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. The motion was unanimously carried. Commissioner Patton
opened the floor to public comment. Several comments were made regarding the
enforcement of the conditions and ensuring that all sanitary regulations were
followed. Staff noted that several calls were received requesting denial of
the subdivision.
Dixie Nichols, Computer Systems Manager 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.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims for the amount of $250,812.10,
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse/Officer requested to meet with the Board as
she was not on the scheduled agenda to discuss a public nuisance of trash at
a residence in Paradise.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to present the final plat
for Weare minor subdivision for final plat approval and signatures. Commissioner
Laws motioned to grant final plat approval of Weare minor subdivision as the
developer has met all the conditions of preliminary approval, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Jean Pittsley, Project Challenge Work Again met with the Board to discuss the
current job situation, potential mining jobs, and various needs for job training.
John Halpop, Extension Agent met with the Board to present the Weed Board's
decision on the chemical bids. Bids received were: Wilbur Ellis; UAP Building;
and Westland Seed Company. Commissioner Brooker motioned to award the chemical
bids for fiscal year 2004-2005 to Wilbur Ellis Co., seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried. John also presented the grasshopper chemical
bid. Commissioner Brooker motioned to award the grasshopper chemical bid to
Wilbur Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Arnold Dood, and Bruce Sterling, Fish, Wildlife & Parks Biologist met with
the Board to discuss the county increase in grizzly bears in the Yellowstone
area; Glacier Park; Bob Marshall Wilderness; and Rocky Mountain Front. Endangered
species delisting is in the works because of increased populations. The introduction
of additional grizzlies into the Selkirk, Yaak, and Cabinet Wilderness areas
will speed the population growth and reduce the need to expand the roadless
areas.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Sunny Alteneder to the Paradise Water
District until the election in 2005, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to post for attendance to the MACRS
Conference on April 12th through 15th, 2004 in Bozeman, Montana.
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
31, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, March 31st 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 claims for the amount of $181,397.69, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board briefly to discuss possible
trespass issues on Deemer Creek on private property.
Dean & Katrina Curry; Carolyn Gill, Curry's Attorney; Bob Zimmerman, County
Attorney and Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor met with the Board to further
discuss the request of the Curry's that the County no longer rent 40 yard containers
as he feels the County is competing with his business. Topics discussed included:
1) suggested that the County is the only county in Montana that rents containers
instead of private business; 2) Ms. Gill discussed the Fair Trades Act and MCA
7-13-232; 3) she suggested that the Solid Waste District was operating at a
loss upon information received on costs for tipping fees and hauling containers
by individual businesses; 4) Mr. Curry explained how the Town of Plains allows
private contractors to snow plow certain areas; 5) Commissioner Laws explanation
that the County started this services years ago and will continue the service
but will not solicit customers.
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
APRIL
01, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, April 1st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board examined the securities from First State Bank of Thompson Falls and
Rocky Mountain Bank of Plains.
Joel King; Ron Chenoweth; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; and Dan Miles, Land
Services Director met with the Board for the decision on the Brent & Kathy
Fitchett abandonment petition. Commissioner Brooker motioned to abandon any
County interest on the petition for abandonment, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried. Mr. Chenoweth discussed a proposed easement
for a bus turnaround.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss Dirty Deeds hauling
non-typical waste and fees that are charged by Solid Waste and BFI.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Quarterly Report for the Clerk of Courts Office for the
period ending March 31, 2004 and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending March 31,
2004.
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
APRIL
06, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, April 6th 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 preliminary minor plat of Lopez subdivision for
review and preliminary approval. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional
preliminary approval upon the submitted findings of facts and the following
contingencies being prior to final plat approval: a) that all new drive approaches
be permitted and the encroachment permits reviewed and issued by the County
prior to any new construction on the lots; b) that a no-access easement be established
on the Thompson River Road frontage of these lots with the agreed upon exceptions;
and c) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed Control Board for
A Noxious Weed & Re-vegetation Plan before any construction on the lots,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 2) presented
the preliminary minor plat of Coyote Meadows minor subdivision for review and
preliminary approval. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary
approval of Coyote Meadows 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 an additional 30 feet of right-of-way to provide
a standard right-of-way (60 feet) for River Road East; b) that the private road
is constructed to minimum county requirements and a maintenance agreement filed
prior too or concurrent with final plat approval, and 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 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 & Re-vegetation
Plan before any construction on the new lot; 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.
Keli McQuiston, Representative from Senator Rehberg's Office met with the Board
and discussed the following: 1) Troy and Rock Creek mines; 2) Grizzly bear introduction
into the Cabinet Wilderness; 3) co-generation amendment; 4) public participation
in meetings; and 5) the proposed Rangers Roost subdivision by Forest Service.
Also present was Louis LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the public nuisance
issue in Paradise.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss Montana
Aeronautics loan and grant funds for Hot Springs and Plains Airport projects.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board not to proceed with the loan for
the Hot Springs Airport at this time, and they will try for a grant next year.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to accept Ronald Mercer's resignation from the Noxon
Rural Fire District effective immediately, seconded by Commissioner Brooker.
Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board examined the Quarterly Report from the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office for the period ending March 31, 2004, and instructed the Clerk to file
said report.
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint Chris McGuigan to the Sanders County
Fair Board for another two year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion
was unanimously carried.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to post for cancellation on April
27, 2004, due to conflicting schedules.
The Board recessed at 4:30 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 6:35 p.m. for the public hearing on Rangers Roost major
subdivision. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol Brooker, Harold L.
Laws, Commissioners; Dan Miles, Land Services Director; Bruce & Betty King;
Sandra Davis; Chuck Williams; Kelly & Cindy Moore; Jan & Carol Hayes;
Joel Norman; Carmin Myers; Bob & Barb Thomas; Jeff & Mary Lou Johnson;
George Byhouse; Jeff Sambdman; Deb Waltari; Jay Simons; Mary Smith; Nate Hall,
AVISTA; Brian Avery, Brandon Smith, Guy Adams, Roger Green, John Head, Bruce
Haflich, and Tom Grabinski. Commissioner Patton opened the meeting and explained
the procedure that would be followed for this public hearing. Tom Grabinski,
USFS, Supervisors Office for Kootenai National Forest presented the project
noting that Congress has authorized the sale of the administrative site. The
project consists of 110 acres being divided into eight parcels for sale to the
public. Joel Norman, Noxon questioned the
status of the Cemetery, Gray Wolf Road and if there were covenants on parcels
to be subdivided? The cemetery will be sold or deeded to the County, easement
for Gray Wolf Road will be given to the County, and covenants will be filed
with the plat. Right-of-way will be provided for utilities. Chuck Williams,
Noxon asked if the water line easement will be provided for? Yes the project
has coordinated with Noxon Water District; Mary Smith, Noxon had a question
regarding the old ranger house; Jeff Johnson, Noxon asked how will the property
be advertised and will it be an online auction; Bob Thomas, Noxon wanted to
know why a Texas firm is handling the sale and does Forest Service want to sale
all at one time; Kelly Moore, Noxon asked if there has been perc tests done?
Tom Grabinski stated that perc tests have been completed and only one lot (Parcel
A) did not pass; Jay Simons, Noxon wanted to know what was going to happen to
the old landing strip. She stated it was good for community development; Tom
Grabinski stated that the Forest Service has no authority to give land for an
airport; Barb Thomas, Noxon wanted to know if the lots can be further subdivided?
Tom Grabinski stated yes they can be further subdivided; Marilyn Hayes wanted
to know why no airstrip and that Noxon needs the airport strip for emergency
services; Hank stated that the county insurance company would say no. Bruce
Haflich stated that the state can not authorize use of an airstrip that has
basically been trespassing; Chuck Williams ask for clarification on if the lots
can be commercial. Tom explained that the money will be used on forest maintenance;
Jeff Johnson wanted to know when the sale will occur and how will individuals
be notified; Kelly Moore, Noxon asked about Parcel F water and about sewer.
Tom explained that a septic could be placed on this parcel; Chuck Williams,
Noxon could the septic be owner installed? Carol Hayes wanted to know what the
minimum bid would be. Tom explained that he did not know. He explained there
would be a surety of 10%. Bob Thomas wanted to know if the buildings could be
remodeled. Not at this time. Mary Smith has mixed feelings about subdivision
and concerns about moving septic from parcel A; Chuck Williams suggested that
Parcel A is not suitable for residential; Kelly Moore has concerns about buffer
zone as his property borders the cemetery; Nate Hall, AVISTA has concerns about
reference to FERC boundary; and Roger Green, Forest Service Surveyor stated
that the airplane landing area survey boundary may not be where you think. Commissioner
Laws motioned to Rangers Roost Subdivision under advisement, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried. It was the decision of the Board to
make the final decision on Ranger's Roost Subdivision on April 23rd at 10:00
a.m. Commissioner Patton asked for general public comment and there was none.
Commissioner Patton closed the meeting at 7:45 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
07, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, April 7th 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.
Candy Mock; Ronda Lindener, Northwest Montana Human Resources (NMHR); Jay Simons,
EDC Assistant; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the
Board to discuss a potential $25,500.00 grant received by NMHR for Senior Home
Repair Program and weatherization grant for low income individuals for 2005.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) the Plains Airport land acquisition; 2) Deemer Creek Road easement ownership;
and 3) Paradise resident clean-up.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the extension of
the BFI contract for solid waste disposal. During this portion of the meeting
Commissioner Laws was Chairman for Solid Waste. Commissioner Patton motioned
to extend the current contract with BFI for an additional five (5) years, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
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
APRIL
21, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, April 21st at 9:00 p.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
The Board attended the quarterly Safety Committee meeting. Others present were:
Cindy Morgan, Vice-Safety Director; Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; Jim Marich,
Custodial Engineer; Bill Nageli, OEM Coordinator; Mark Loraas, Foreman District
#2; and Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications Officer/Coroner; Topics discussed
were: 1) reviewed accident/incident reports as follows: a) the accident at weed
district shop involving an individual (not an employee) who fell and was hurt.
Mike did not submit an accident report to the County. The individual called
Commissioner Brooker. The Committee suggested a letter be sent to Mike regarding
the importance of accident reports and Commissioner Brooker will follow up with
the individual to obtain an accident report. Bill motioned that the Board of
Commissioners send a letter to Mike Chenoweth advising him of his responsibility
to obtain accident reports for anyone injured in his weed facility and that
Commissioner Brooker contact the individual who was injured an obtain an accident
report, seconded by Mark Loraas. Motion was unanimously carried; and b) Cindy
suggested that the accident reports be discussed at the department head meeting;
2) the Committee will review the yearly worker's compensation report from MACo
at the next meeting; 3) Cindy informed those present about the upcoming West
Nile Virus Seminar on May 5, 2004 at 6:30 p.m. at the Thompson Falls Senior
Citizens that is open to the public for information on the West Nile Virus;
and 4) Cindy informed the Committee that if someone is bitten by a tick she
would like them to bring the tick to her for testing and dead birds should be
reported to Fish, Wildlife & Parks for testing. (Detailed minutes on file
in the Commissioner's files).
The Board attended the quarterly City/County Department Head meeting. Others
present were: Dianne Rummel, Clerk of Court; Carol Turk, Treasurer; Donna Neal,
Sheriff's Office Administrator; Dan Miles, Land Services Director; Steve Simonson,
EDC Specialist; Jim Marich, Custodial Engineer; Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor;
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; and John Halpop, Extension Agent.
Topic discussed included: 1) the painting scheduled for the inside of the Courthouse;
2) resealing and painting the parking lot; 3) tile replacement on the landings
and stairways; 4) the need to designate elevator access better; 5) the need
to change the outside door locks; 6) update on Board Training; 7) update on
needs assessment survey and the final tally should be completed today; 8) update
on the rural addressing project; 9) new employees in Treasurer's Office, Solid
Waste and Clerical Pool; 10) terrorism grant public input meeting on May 4,
2004; 11) Solid Waste RCA grant education on glass recycling in the schools;
12) Clean-up days in Thompson Falls; 13) 2 new detention officers and 1 new
deputy; 14) the grant for more video camera in the Deputy's cars, new radars
and new breath analysis machines; 15) the need for a screen on the Clerk of
Courts window; 16) FY 04-05 budgets will be passed out the first week of May
and are due back to Pat by the 10th of June; 17) pesticide recycling program
and subdivision weed policy; 18) number of front door keys needed for employees;
19) issues with co-gen plant; 20) resolution of support for Thompson Falls planning
grant; 21) War Supplemental grant, DFA grant and NRCG Fire Zone meeting; 22)
dry conditions for fire season; 23) MACRS convention; 24) the need to let folks
in the Hot Springs area know that it is illegal to water a county road; 25)
reminder to employees they should use the wellness program for annual physicals;
26) West Nile Virus Seminar May 5, 2004 at 6:30 p.m. 27) a reminder it is tick
season, if anyone is bitten please bring the tick to Cindy; 28) National Coalition
of Forest Counties & Schools Convention in Reno, Nevada and trying to keep
our forest service receipts; 29) rural community development and community development
meetings; 30) the confusion regarding the co-gen plant; 31) forming an Urban
Wildland Interface Committee; 32) Northwest Montana Human Resource housing grant;
33) state under funding the schools; 34) PPL settling tax appeal soon; 35) video
satellite links for courts coming soon in all counties and trying to get hook
up here and Polson. Can also be used for training and when not used by court
system can be used by others offices in the County; and 36) the judges requesting
state to upgrade telephone access in courtrooms. (Detailed minutes on file in
the Commissioner's files).
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) presented the final plat for Trudgen Subdivision for approval and signatures.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant final plat approval of Trudgen Subdivision
as the developer has satisfactorily met all the conditions and obtained the
easement from Montana Rail Link, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried; 2) discussed the issues with Waterfront West subdivision and potential
litigation regarding preliminary approval; 3) Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist;
Barry Fowler and William Miller discussed the Community Needs Survey and results.
Barry thanked the Board for the aid in securing funding; and 4) discussed the
road name change petition that was received from the residents of the Lamaraux
drainage tributary of McLaughlin Creek to officially change the name from the
commonly used name of "Snitch Creek" too Lamaraux Creek Road. The
Board unanimously agreed and will forward the change to the addressing contractor.
The Board attended the regularly scheduled Sanders County Solid Waste Refuse
Disposal District meeting. Others present were: Clarence Curry; Jerry Shively,
Clifford (Butch) Millar, Solid Waste Advisory Board members; and Jim Inman,
Solid Waste Supervisor. Commissioner Laws, Chairman of the Solid Waste Board
opened the meeting and the following topics were discussed: 1) refuse appeals
for the following: a) Plains Golf Course requested the removal of 3 units as
the Plains roll off site uses the water from the golf course for compost pile.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to remove 3 units with the understanding that
the Plains roll-off site will hook up to golf course well for water to water
compost pile and if needed fire suppression, seconded by Commissioner Patton.
Motion was unanimously carried; and b) Thompson Falls Senior Citizens filed
an appeal requesting their fees be reduced. Commissioner Brooker motioned to
deny the Thompson Falls Senior Citizens request as they prepare food and generate
refuse, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried; 2)
reports on glass recycling and the request for more containers. Commissioner
Patton motioned to have Jim order three (3) new glass recycling containers,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried; 3) a promotion
for one employee and hiring of new employee for solid waste; 4) the new building
for recycling will cost approximately $1,500.00 more than the original price
due to the increase in steel; 5) quote on baling machine belt replacement and
installation will cost approximately $12,500.00 and the baler will be down three
days; 6) Jim's recycle reports 35 bales of cardboard, 10 bales of newspaper,
6 bales mixed paper, 3 bales magazines, and 1 box of phone books; 7) received
$10,422.65 for recycled cardboard and magazines; 8) billed out $6,947 in non-typical
and collected $5,989 in non-typical; 9) billed out $29,820 in fees for non-profit
organization and collected $18,180 in fees; 10) billed out $18,446 for non-typical
in 2003 and collected $17,867 and will put the non-payments on this years taxes;
11) since January 2004 we have collected $254.50 in tires, $210 in compost,
$820.50 in non-typical and $125 in Freon totaling $1,410.00 collected at the
transfer station; 12) road district #1 will put black top in front of the containers
at the transfer station where cardboard will be stored; 13) Clarence Curry requested
the Board allow him to take over the aluminum can portion of the recycling.
Commissioner Laws explained that if he took any recycling he would have to take
it all. Mr. Curry stated he just wanted the aluminum cans part of the recycling.
He requested that the County allow him to put his business sticker on the recycle
bins. The Board refused his request. Mr. Curry stated his attorney would be
contacting the Board; 13) public comment: Butch Millar commented that the cans
help pay for the recycling and Jerry Shively discussed the golf course water
and water line installation; and 14) executive session was closed to the public
per 2-3-203(3) MCA. (Detailed minutes on file in the Solid Waste files).
Louie LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls met with the Board to request a letter
of support from the County on the Thompson Falls CDBG Planning Grant. It was
the decision of the Board to provide said letter.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to have the Chairman sign the agreement
with Jim Dochnahl, to do the Woodsy Owl presentation in the schools for the
close out of the Rural Community Assistance Grant from Forest Service.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to sign the Agreement with Flathead
Chemical Dependency Clinic to provide outpatient alcohol and chemical dependency
services in Sanders County.
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending March 31, 2004 and
instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board unanimously agreed to have the Chairman sign the Union Wage Settlement
for the Sheriff's office.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolutions 2004-008 for emergency preparedness
& response program for the communicable disease control & prevention,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-009 a budgetary resolution
for the appropriation of grant funds received by the Health Department of the
Tobacco Prevention Program.
The Board examined the Quarterly Report for the Sheriff's Office for the period
ending March 31, 2004 and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board unanimously agreed to have the Chairman sign the notices of appointments
for JoAnn Moore, Dianne Schwehr and Teresa Helus for the Clerical Pool and Ron
Paulsen and Jacque Wiltse for Solid Waste.
It was the consensus of the Board to post for special session on Monday, May
3, 2004 to attend the MACO District meeting in Polson, Montana.
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
APRIL
22, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, April 22nd 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) mail boxes on right-of-ways; 2) past compliance of the auto wrecking facility
on Lynch Creek; 3) Mr. Clarence Curry's request that Solid Waste give him the
can recycling advertising on the sides of County containers; 4) Paradise nuisance
issue cleanup; and 5) Two River Road right-of-way conflict.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board regarding the
lack of certified election judges for the Polling Site in the Camas Prairie
Precinct #9. Commissioner Brooker moved that due to the lack of certified election
judges for Camas Prairie Precinct #9 that their polling site is hereby designated
that of the Hot Springs Senior Citizens Center in conjunction with the Hot Springs
Precinct #7 polling site, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Bruce Icenoggle; Tom Eggensperger; Dianne Rummel, Clerk of Court; Carol Turk,
Treasurer/Supt. of Schools; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney and the Board of
County Commissioners met as the Sanders County Salary Committee. (Detailed minutes
on file in Commissioner's files).
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss the
return of CDBG Fire Mapping Grant to the Department of Commerce and the grant
for handicapped access repairs at polling sites.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss the return of the
CDBG Fire Mapping Grant to the Department of Commerce and the funding to community
development by Sanders County.
The Board visited and toured Solid Rock model home, the ground development area
and future home sites.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to have the Chairman sign the Noxious
Weed Trust Fund Project Grant Agreement Rush Skeleton Weed Project Number MDA2004-023.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to post for cancellation on the following
dates due to conflicting schedules: April 29th, May 13th, 20th and 26th of 2004.
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
APRIL
23, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in special session
on Friday, April 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Biran Avery, US Forest Service; Nate Hall, AVISTA and Dan Miles, Land Services
Director met with the Board for the decision on Rangers Roost Subdivision. The
applicant requested a waiver of the park requirement based on the provisions
of 76-3-621(6)(a) providing recreation lands. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to grant the waiver request, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried. Commissioner Laws motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval
upon the submitted findings of facts and the following contingencies being met
prior to final plat approval: 1) that a limited access easement be established
on the Pilgrim Creek Road frontage of these lots with the agreed upon exceptions;
2) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed Control Board for A Noxious
Weed & Re-vegetation Plan before any construction on the lots; and 3) 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.
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
28, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, April 28th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and JoAnn Moore, Acting Secretary. Commissioner
Carol Brooker was attending a Montana Job Training Partnership meeting in Helena,
Montana.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) the preliminary plat for Storksen minor subdivision. Commissioner
Laws motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval of Storksen minor subdivision
upon the submitted findings of facts and the following contingencies being prior
to final plat approval: a) that all lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed
Control Board for A Noxious Weed & Re-vegetation Plan before any construction
on the new lot; and b) that the final subdivision shall comply with all of the
Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, the laws and administrative rules of
the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried; 2) discussion that the County is in the final stages of road naming
and corrections for the road atlas; 3) the hearing of the revised Subdivision
Regulations will have to be rescheduled for early June; and 4) that the traffic
count program will start after the new batteries have been received and installed
in the counters.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) the Copper King abandonment petition; 2) can we remove mail box pull outs
on County roads when they cause a dangerous obstruction? Yes they can be removed;
and 3) the request for a Search and Rescue storage building on County lots in
Dixon.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist; Bill Carlson, Savage Consultant; Fred Busch,
Savage Services Corporation; Thomas Cuddy, T.L. Lane, Inc.; Sharon Sweeney,
Acting District Ranger for Lolo National Fores; Brian Avery, District Ranger
for Kootenai National Forest; John Gubel, Kurt Werst, Cabinet District; Craig
Rawlings, Mt. Community Development; Dave Atkins, USFS Regional Office; John
Rawlings, Rawlings Mfg. Inc.; Roy Anderson, MSU Extension Forestry; and Greg
Larson, NW Regional RC&D held a meeting with the Board of Commissioners
to explore the sustainable availability of wood waste that can be used for new
wood products, paper pulp, and fuel for schools and bio-mass for generation
of power. A small industry has developed that collects, sorts, grinds, and transports
wood to various users in California.
Commissioner Laws motioned to allow Commissioner Patton to audit County payroll
and County claims on April 29, 2004, as he will be the only Commissioner available,
seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
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
MAY
04, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, May 4th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Harold
L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol Brooker
arrived at 11:10 a.m.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) presented the final plat for Hinchwood Hideaway for approval and
signatures. Commissioner Laws motioned to grant final approval as the developer
has met all the conditions of preliminary approval, seconded by Commissioner
Patton. Motion was unanimously carried; and 2) presented the final plat for
Breaw for approval and signatures. Commissioner Laws motioned to grant final
plat approval for Breaw as the developer has met all the conditions of preliminary
approval, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Dave Montelius, Western States Insurance met with the Board to discuss the county's
liability and property insurance renewal policies. Also present for a short
period was Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor.
Larry Anderson, Representative from Senator Conrad Burns Office met with the
Board to discuss issues they would like presented to Senator Burns.
Commissioner Laws left at 2:50 p.m.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The following elected officials were given permission to leave 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,
Gene Arnold; Mark Denke; and Suzanne Cooperman.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the Cooperative Six
Year Integrated Noxious Weed Management Agreement between the Department of
Natural Resources and Conservation and Sanders County Weed District, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to repost for May 20th from 9:00
a.m. to 12:00 to meet with the Regional Forester.
The request from the Thompson Falls 8th grade class to have a car wash was presented
to the Board. Commissioner Brooker motioned to allow the Thompson Falls 8th
grade class to have their annual car was with the understanding that there was
to be no vacuum cleaners used, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried.
The Board recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 6:33 p.m. for the public hearing on the proposed car
wrecking facility in Plains. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol Brooker,
Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Others present were:
Ron Olfert; John & Susan Knudson; Gloria & Nardy Stascavage; Prentiss
Campbell; CarolAnn DePiazza, Junk Motor Vehicle Director; and Darrell Stankey,
State DEQ. Commissioner Patton called the meeting to order and Susan Knudson
presented her plans for having a licensed auto wrecking facility where the old
facility use to be on Upper Lynch Creek Road. She explained that she still has
a towing business and would like to have a licensed wrecking facility to recoup
costs from cars that she is left with by parting them out. Darrell Stankey explained
the licensing process and the reason for the public hearing. Susan explained
that a wrecking facility in Plains would benefit the people of Plains by having
cheaper used parts, as well as allowing her to dispose of cars that she is left
with. She went on to explain that by applying for a wrecking facility license
she would be regulated and have to follow the guidelines set forth by the State,
which she does not have to do with the towing business. Commissioner Patton
opened the meeting up to public comment. Comments were as follows: Prentiss
Campbell asked who does the towing for the Junk Vehicle Program and stated that
he was in favor of the facility. Doug Grimm of Doug's Towing. Carol Ann explained
that if you have a junk vehicle you need to call her and she will send the proper
paperwork and inform Doug of the junk vehicle. The junk vehicle program pays
for the towing and there is no charge to the individuals requesting the towing.
Ron Olfert stated he was in favor of the wrecking facility as it will provide
a valuable service to the area. Nardy explained that he lives next door to the
Knudson's and has concerns about his surface water well. Susan stated that she
and her past husband had 3 wrecking facilities 2 in Plains and 1 in Thompson
Falls which have been sold. The one she is trying to reopen was closed and moved
to Highway 200. She stated that her towing business would still be where it
is at now and if she was licensed she would have to put up fencing, remove fluids
from the vehicles and follow state guidelines. Nardy asked what would happen
to the existing vehicles. Susan explained that if she was licensed she would
be able to part some of them out and crush them which would clean up the area
somewhat. Darrell clarified the difference between abandoned vehicles and junk
vehicles. When an auto is abandoned they fall under the jurisdiction of law
enforcement, and when they are a junk vehicle they fall under the junk vehicle
program under the jurisdiction of the state and they have to be handled differently.
Darrell explained that if the facility is licensed there will be an indepth
Environmental Assessment completed and to make sure the facility is in compliance
with state guidelines. Copies will be distributed to the adjacent landowners
and others that are interested. Commissioner Brooker explained that the junk
vehicle program is run by the County under the state guidelines and is put out
to bid every two years. Nardy asked what the difference was between and Environmental
Assessment and an Environmental Impact Statement. Darrell explained the difference
is the degree of analysis, scope and costs. The EA is as not indepth as the
EIS. After the assessment is done it will be mailed to adjacent landowners.
Nardy again reiterated his concerns about water contamination of the surface
water. He explained that they all use close to the shallow well water because
it is the only supply of water. Susan explained that if she were a licensed
facility she has to properly dispose of all the fluids and there should be no
contamination. Darrell explained that DEQ encourages removal of all fluids prior
to storage of vehicles. Nardy again asked why the state would allow the wrecking
facility in an area where surface water is the only water supply. Prentiss stated
he had worked for Susan at the other facility and explained that they have always
disposed of the fluids properly to make sure there was no ground contamination.
He explained that the new standards are pretty safe and if the facility is managed
right there should be no contamination. He further stated that Plains needs
the facility and car parts should be cheaper. Carol Brooker asked Susan if she
has had her water tested. Susan stated no. Darrell explained that DEQ will get
their information on the surface water and wells from the well logs for the
EA. Nardy questioned why number 9, 10, 11 where stricken from the application
presented at the meeting. Darrell explained that the state already has that
information on the original application and chose not to duplicate the information.
Darrell offered to get Nardy a copy of the original application. Nardy asked
who pays for any clean up. Darrell explained that it is the property owner at
the time has the responsibility. He further explained that the area was inspected
when the partial closure was done. Nardy stated that before the new license
could be issued that the old site should be cleaned up and more than just a
visual inspection or and that core samples be taken. Darrell stated that they
have no funding or mechanism to require that. Nardy stated that the Internet
show contamination of wrecking facilities. Susan explained that it was from
older wrecking facilities before requirements became stricter. Prentiss stated
he knew that before the closure they pulled in all the vehicles into the big
building and drained all the fluids and move the vehicles for storage. Nardy
asked what regulates the towing service. Darrell explained that law enforcement
because they call for the towing and the junk vehicle program regulates the
junk vehicles. He went on to explain that the Federal Government stepped in
on the wrecking facilities and put the requirements on the fluid removal and
the requirement that the fluid removed is recycled. The towing is not regulated
by the State or the Federal Government. Commissioner Patton asked if there was
anymore public comment. No more public comment was made. Commissioner Laws motioned
to take the wrecking facility under advisement and the Board will set a date
for the decision and notify adjacent landowners and those who attended the meeting,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried. Nardy did
request a copy of the original applications. Commissioner Patton closed the
meeting at 7:20 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
MAY
05, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, May 5th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Bob Stonebrook and Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss
his concerns about the price being paid for his property for Plains Airport
Expansion but was informed by the County Attorney, that since it was now in
litigation little can be done by the Board.
The Board attended the quarterly Board of Health meeting. Others present were:
Jeremy Dvorak, Sanitarian; Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse/Officer; Dan Miles,
Land Services Director; and Jimme Wilson, Whitepine. Topics discussed included:
1) past notices of violations for DelGuidice is being satisfactorily resolved;
2) Topps Motel is being satisfactorily resolved; and 3) Y-Quik Stop is buying
a lot and moving forward with the project satisfactorily; 4) Jimme Wilson requested
a waiver from septic regulations, the Board informed Mr. Wilson that septic
permits and inspection are required by the state 5) the public nuisance issue
in Paradise and concerns with trash being on County right-of-way. The County
will hire someone to clean the mess up and bill the mortgage company; 6) West
Nile Virus symposium in Thompson Falls at the Senior Citizens tonight; 7) a
letter of concern about mosquitoes at tire shop in Trout Creek; 8) a discussion
on 2 dog bites and animal quarantine issues; 9) authority of the Health Officer
regarding dog bites and animal quarantine; and 10) a bio-terrorism table top
with TERC/LEPC in Lake County. (Detailed minutes on file in the Commissioner's
files).
Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator requested to meet with the Board as he was not
on the scheduled agenda to request a letter from the Board requesting assistance
on funding availability for a NOAA project.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the IAP Task Order -4-07-4-31-042-0
for the public health immunization program, 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
MAY
06, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, May 6th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Pat Ingraham, Election Administrator met with J. Gail Patton, Harold L. Laws,
and Carol Brooker, acting as the County Canvassing Board of Sanders County,
Montana canvassed the votes from May 4, 2004 Election Nominations for the Dixon,
Heron, Hot Springs, Noxon, Plains-Paradise, Thompson Falls, and Trout Creek
Rural Fire District Elections, the Eastern Sanders County and Noxon-Heron Public
Hospital District elections candidate filings and as such are declared elected
by acclamation. The elections results are on page 261 of Book 2 of Abstract
of Election Returns. The following individuals were appointed by acclamation:
Jack Athearn and John F. Morigeau for 3 years to Dixon Rural Fire District;
Zane Voight for 3 years to Hot Springs Rural Fire District; Leilani King for
3 years to Noxon Rural Fire District; Clifford D. Quale and Darlene Malmend
for 3 years to the Plains-Paradise Rural Fire District; Bud Leufkens for 3 years
to the Thompson Falls Rural Fire District; Shawn Thomas, Harold W. Hudson for
three years to the Trout Creek Rural Fire District; Debra Pier for three years
to the Eastern Sanders County Hospital; and Annie L. Lilly for three years to
the Noxon-Heron Public Hospital District.
Pat Ingraham, Election Administrator met with the Board to designate the polling
places within each voting precinct. It was unanimous decision of the Board to
designate the polling places within each voting precinct wherein the June 8,
2004 Primary Election is to be held as follows:
PRECINCT
NO. PRECINCT NAME POLLING SITE
Precinct
No. 1 Heron Heron Community Center, Acc.
Precinct No. 2 Noxon Emergency Services Building, Acc.
Precinct No. 3 Trout Creek Trout Creek School, Acc.
Precinct No. 4 Whitepine Grangehall, Acc.
Precinct No. 5 Thompson Falls Thompson Falls Community Center. Acc.
Precinct No. 6 Plains Plains High School, Acc.
Precinct No. 7 Hot Springs Hot Springs Senior Center, Acc.
Precinct No. 8 Paradise Paradise Clubhouse, Acc.
Precinct No. 9 Camas Prairie Hot Springs Senior Center, Acc.
Precinct No. 10 Dixon Dixon Senior Center, Acc.
Pat Ingraham, Election Administrator met with the Board to appoint election
judges for the June 8, 2004 Primary Election. It was the unanimous decision
of the Board to appoint the Judges of each precinct to conduct the June 8, 2004
Primary Election as follows:
PRECINCT
#1 - HERON
*Trudy Koeneman Melissa Dunn Bertha Jo Lunnen
Deborah Lyman Nellie Jo McLinden Sara Lou Springer
PRECINCT
#2 - NOXON
*Sharon Larkin Clara R. Gobble Charlotte Higbee
Nancy Howarth Eldora Stobie Teresa Nelson
PRECINCT
#3 - TROUT CREEK
*Shirley A. McLinden Linda Keister Karen Rasor
Liz Hudson Sharon Tessier Terrie Lukes
Karen Morey-Slay (Alternate)
PRECINCT
#4 - WHITEPINE
*Pat Austin Gail Brown Margaret Carlson
Grace Chema Helen Meadows Cyndie Wilby
PRECINCT
#5 - THOMPSON FALLS
*Phyllis Craddick Joyce LaFriniere Janet Jorgenson
Linde Pavlik Marilyn Vaught Sandra Friesz
Darlene Willhite Art Behnkie (Alternate)
PRECINCT
#6 - PLAINS
*Doris Larson Deanna Anthony Patricia Nelson
Peggy Garrison Sharon VonDracek Linda Bursell
Jane Bates Carolyn Jones (Alternate)
PRECINCT
#7 & #9 - HOT SPRINGS
*Jeannine Woods Beverly Bangen Janis Morigeau
Dorothy Welch Carolyn Woods Traci Salmi
Julie White Marvel Marrinan (Alternate)
PRECINCT # 8 - PARADISE
*Shirley Terrell Karvel Pickering Nellie Jean Peterson
June Sanks Susan Snead Charlotte Mandich
PRECINCT
#10 - DIXON
*Faye Pitts Delene Tufly Anna Hamann
Allene Cole Sharon Cole
CENTRAL
TABULATING SYSTEM JUDGES OF ELECTION
*Barb Laws Sandra Cullen Judy Leufkens
Linda Rocheleau Jackie Dean Elsie Behnkie
Lynne Burns Brenda Franck Lisa Wadsworth
Roni Wright
OBSERVATION
BOARD MEMBERS
Brenda Franck Louie LaRock Lynne Burns
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; and Gene Arnold, Sheriff met with the Board
to discuss dog bites, quarantining and impounding dogs that have not been vaccinated
as the County cannot force the owners to vaccinate; and Courthouse security
issues.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) Plains Airport and the request from Mr. Stonebrook; and 2) the validity of
Dixon School Board elections.
Brian Avery, District Ranger Kootenai National Forest met with the Board to
discuss and review the Schedule A for Kootenai National Forest.
Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator met with the Board to discuss an all weather transmitter
at Green Mountain.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Chairman sign the $14,000 grant for Green
Mountain Conservation District, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was
unanimously carried.
The Board recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 7:00 p.m. to attend the Urban Wildland Interface Committee
meeting. The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Patton and Greg Larson
discuss the grant, financing, goals and objectives, and the need to gather landowner
cooperation in the areas of high fire risk to homes in the forests-urban interface.
It was decided the first priority of the Committee was to have Greg Larson advertise
for and hire a part-time Forester to write the policy/plan for landowners and
inspect the compliance of the finished product. The next meeting was scheduled
for June 10th at 6:00 p.m. at the Sanders County Courthouse.
The Board adjourned at 8:30 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
MAY
11, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, May 11th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commission J. Gail
Patton was on vacation.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) discussed the status of road naming for the rural addressing project;
2) reviewed the results of the road inspection for Choctaw Lane and the road
passed inspection; and 3) discussed the meeting in Helena regarding airport
zoning and the results of the meeting.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss the county internet
connection and a DSL line for EDC.
The Board adjourned at 2:00 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
MAY
12, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, May 12th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner J. Gail
Patton was on vacation.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) a county dog ordinance; 2) TV district issues; and 3) subdivision lawsuit,
therefore, as presiding officer Commissioner Laws closed the meeting to the
public per 2-3-203(4) MCA.
Bill Nagaeli, OEM Coordinator requested to meet with the Board as he was not
on the scheduled agenda to present an amendment to the Green Mountain Conservation
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) discussed the possible quiet title acting on a parcel of the old Northern
Pacific Railroad right-of-way on Stevens Creek Road East of Noxon. The County
would retain a 60 foot right-of-way for the existing county road; and 2) presented
the final plat of Pilgrim Creek Views subdivision for final approval and signatures.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant final plat approval of Pilgrim Creek
Views as the developer has met all the conditions of preliminary approval, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending April 30, 2004 and
instructed the Clerk to file said report.
The Board adjourned at 2:30 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
MAY
18, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, May 18th 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) reviewed a request for a relinquishment of interest in a portion
of the old Northern Pacific railroad right-of-way which has been deeded to Sanders
County; 2) discussed the meeting date for re-review of the Deemer Peak minor
subdivision date set for June 8th at 10:00 a.m.; and 3) noted that the final
results of the community needs assessment survey are being reviewed for presentation
to the Commissioners.
Commissioner Harold L. Laws left at 12:00 p.m. to meet with the Montana Department
of Transportation on Blue Slide Road.
The Board proceeded to open the one sealed culvert bid from Roscoe Steel &
Culvert Company. Commissioner Brooker motioned to award the culvert bid to Roscoe
Steel & Culvert Company, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried.
The Board proceeded to open the three asphalt bids received from Montana Refining
Company; Cenex Harvest States (CHS); and Idaho Asphalt Supply, Inc. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to take the asphalt bids received under advisement, seconded
by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse/Officer met with the Board to discuss the
placement of a network dish offered by the Department of Public Health &
Human Services.
Sandy Gubel, Chairman and Kathy Hill, Huckleberry Committee members; and Harold
Hudson, Trout Creek Rural Fire Chief met with the Board to request a resolution
by the Board regarding no parking along Park Street in Trout Creek during the
Huckleberry Festival for safety concerns.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to that the Chairman and Acting Chairman sign
the COPS Universal Hiring Award Grant for Sanders County Sheriff's Office, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Board sign the Sanders County Identification/Action
form for the coming FY 2004-2005 operating year for Chemical Dependency for
allocation of alcohol tax dollars, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to reappoint Dr. Robert Gregg, DVM to the Board of
Health for another two year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was
unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to appoint Alan Netz to the Thompson Falls Airport
Advisory Board to a three year term, seconded by Commissioner Brooker. Motion
was unanimously carried.
It was the unanimous decision to hold a public hearing for the proposed Wrecking
Facility in Plains. The meeting will be held June 9th at 6:30 p.m. at the Fairgrounds
Pavilion. (Original notice on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessors Office).
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to call for bids on the Junk Motor
Vehicle Hauling for Sanders County. (Original bid notice on file in the Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 6:00 p.m. for a meeting with the US Department of Justice
Representatives for the Violence Against Women Program, Ms. Darlene Johnson
Program Manager and Anne Hamilton, Project Director. Others present were: Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Rube Wrightsman,
Undersheriff; Chuck Hammett, Thompson Falls Chief of Police; Tootie Welker,
Sanders County Coalition For Families (SCCFF), Director; Lynn Bierwagen, SCCFF
Advocate; Linda Soderlind, SCCFF; and Brad Gary, Clark Fork Valley Press Reporter.
The purpose of the meeting was to present an overview of the program and its
objectives, that of encouraging the development of arrest policies and accountability
of the abusers and the safety and protection of the victims. It was also the
intent of Ms. Johnson to commend the County for receiving one of the Grants
to Encourage Arrest Policies and Enforcement of Protection Orders Program and
encourages them to go ahead with the program even while encountering various
obstacles. Their department was encouraged to date by the County's progress
and with the efforts of all involved. Those present shared some of the geographical,
financial, and technology concerns that were particular to a rural community.
With grant dollars and working together, those present felt positive about the
outcome of this program over time. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 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
MAY
19, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, May 19th at 10:30 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Carol
Brooker was attending a Federal Highways meeting in Missoula, Montana.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) a portion of County lots in Dixon for a Search & Rescue Building; 2)
the lawsuit against the county & Don Oliver was sent to the insurance company;
3) arrest and conviction grant meeting; 4) a parking resolution for Park Road
in Trout Creek; and 5) Thompson Falls School levy, budget, and reserves
Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications Officer; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; and Bill
Naegeli, OEM Coordinator met with the Board to discuss the communication problems
and other issues with the repeaters on Clarks Peak and an all weather radio
on Green Mountain.
Clarence Curry, Jerry Shively, Solid Waste Advisory Board member; and Jim Inman,
Solid Waste Supervisor met with the Board for the regularly scheduled Sanders
County Solid Waste Refuse Disposal District meeting. Topics discussed included:
1) refuse appeal for Leon & Judy Groff as the land does not have habitable
buildings. Commissioner Patton motioned to refund the Groff's for three years
with the understanding that they have to pay this year's taxes in full and to
remove all units from the property, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried; 2) Jim's recycle reports are as follows: glass recycling
from April 4 to May 4 collected 40.82 tons and saved $957.64 in tipping fees,
but the gas for hauling was $397.62 and employees wages were $1013.60; they
have shipped 1 box of phone books, 5 boxes of magazines, 17,560 pounds of newspaper
and mixed paper, and 50 bales of cardboard; have on hand 7 bales of newspaper,
and 1 mixed paper; we have sold $540 worth of compost; 3) replacement of clutch
on walking floor and 5th wheel; 4) metal crushers are here in Plains and should
be in Trout Creek soon; 5) non-typical fee discrepancy and charges from BFI;
6) discussed charging drop off and pick up fee for non-typical containers; 7)
agreement for belt replacement and the belt is being built now; 8) the possibility
of setting up public hearing on fee changes; 9) recycling funds received reports
as follows: $4236.40 for cardboard from Rocky Mountain Recycling, billed out
$9590.50 in non-typical and received $8241 in payments still owing $1349.50,
billed out $29,460 for non-profits and received $22,950 in payments; 10) fees
to add to taxes for non payment amounted to $144; 11) report on Thompson Falls
clean-up days collect at Courthouse site as follows: old paint-29 gallons, old
tires-176, bags of refuse - 60 bags, oil-15 gallons, batteries-7, and sold 4
bags of compost; 12) the education portion of the Rural Community Assistance
grant has been completed with Woodsy Owl at Thompson Falls School, Noxon School
and Trout Creek School; 13) Clarence Curry's request that the county give him
the aluminum cans collected at the roll off sites and transfer station or allow
him to get the cans out of the recycle containers or place his business card
on the recycle containers. The Board informed Mr. Curry that he could not place
his card on the recycle containers, or remove recycle from the containers, and
that the cans belong to the county's recycle program; 14) the requirements for
changing non-typical fees and fees for tires; 15) the board will set up special
meeting to review budgets; and 16) public comment received about the possibility
of taking tires to Lonepine and their agreement with possibly implementing fees
for dropping off and picking up containers. (Detailed minutes on file in the
Solid Waste files).
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned for the Chairman to sign Amendment #1 to Contract/Task
Order #04-07-5-21-027-0 from the Department of Public Health & Human Services
for Sanders County Public Health.
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
MAY
20, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, May 20th at 9:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Brian Avery, Kootenai District Ranger; Bob Castaneda, USFS; Senator Jim Elliott;
State Representative Paul Clark; and Tom Eggensperger, Sanders County Ledger
met with the Board to introduce Gail Kimbell, Regional Forester from Missoula.
Claude Burlingame requested to meet with the Board as he was not on the agenda
to discuss the Noxon Park and railroad easement.
Jackie Dean, Commissioners Administrative Assistant 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.
Gary Hablutzel, EBMS Representative and Brenda Franck, Deputy Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
met with the Board to discuss the renewal of the county employees health insurance
coverage and the proposed premium increase.
Commissioner Brooker left at 11:50 a.m. for a State Work Force Investment Board
meeting in Helena.
The Board adjourned at 2:45 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
MAY
25, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, May 25th at 9:00 a.m. Present were: Harold L. Laws, Acting Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner J. Gail
Patton was attending an Area on Aging meeting in Kalispell.
Rick Cavill and Maria Helterline met with the Board to discuss burn permits.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the Hot Springs
Sidewalk Project.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor requested to meet with the Board
to discuss information she received at the GASB34 workshop she attended and
the inventory for the road districts.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss and review the
following: 1) set the dates for the public hearing on Pope Subdivision and Trailhead
Addition subdivision for 10:00 a.m. on June 15, 2004; 2) set the date for the
public hearing on the revised Sanders County Subdivision Regulations for June
16, 2004 at 1:00 p.m.; 3) presented the final plat for Storksen minor subdivision
for approval and signatures. 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; 4) noted that
the addressing contractor is in the final stages of review, but still needs
names for remaining un-named private lanes; and 5) requested permission to have
the Sanitarian move forward on resolving an immediate public health & safety
issue with the County Attorney. The Board approved the request.
Brian Avery, District Ranger Kootenai National Forest; Chris Sheehan, Wayne
Kasworm, US Fish Wildlife Service; Bob Summerfield, Steve Johnson, USFS; Jim
Williams and Bruce Sterling, Fish, Wildlife & Parks met with the Board to
discuss wildlife linkage zones update.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist; Senator Jim Elliott; Representative Paul Clark;
Roger Claridge, TRC Co-Gen; and John Halpop, Extension Agent met with the Board
to discuss permitting the Co-Gen plant.
Dianne Rummel, Clerk of District Court 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.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 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
MAY
27, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, May 27th 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 Ogden, Utah.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims in the amount of $________,
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
Commissioner Laws left at 11:00 a.m. due to illness.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Chairman sign the drawdown documents
for the Plains Airport Improvement Project, seconded by Commissioner Patton.
Motion was unanimously carried.
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
JUNE
1 , 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, June 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 review and discuss the
following: 1) discussed the meeting for Deemer Peak subdivision; 2) discussed
the revised subdivision regulations and the public hearing date of June 16,
2004; and 3) Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept with regret the resignation
of Carol Ann DePiazza from the Environmental Health Office effective September
30, 2004, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board requested the presence of Brenda Franck, Payroll Clerk to request
information on the employee's health insurance and cost of living percentage.
Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications Officer met with the Board to present his
resignation as County Coroner effective July 1, 2004; and to obtain signatures
for the amendment to the Sanders County Communication Lease with the US Forest
Service at Clarks Peak; and use of radio tower within Montana Highway Patrol.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to award the oil bids to Montana Refining Company
for fiscal year 2004-2005 fiscal year, 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
2, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, June 2nd 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 to discuss the following: 1) the
procedure for filling the Coroners position; 2) the Chairman's signature on
the Quit Claim Deed for Brun Dixon property; and 3) insurance and liability
for the Noxon Park; and 4) airport managers.
Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director requested
to meet with the Board as they were not on the agenda to inform the Board to
a $16,000 grant received by OEM to purchase equipment.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) Hot Springs sidewalk project and Muth Consulting concerning liabilities;
and 2) the Plains Airport Project and Bob Stonebrook property.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept the resignation of Roy Lacock from the
Paradise Water Board, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Lucille Hawley to the Paradise Water
District to serve out Roy Lacock's remaining term, 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
JUNE
3, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, June 3rd 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) discussed Muth Consulting regarding the Hot Springs Sidewalk project, the
streets in Hot Springs and the asphalt; and 2) a parking resolution for Park
Street in Trout Creek.
Commissioner Laws left at 11:00 a.m. to visit the Thompson Falls Airport.
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending May 31, 2004,
and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
The Board proceeded to open the sealed bid received for the Junk Motor Vehicle
Hauling. The one bid received was Doug's Towing and Hauling for $1.10 per loaded
mile. Commissioner Brooker motioned to take said bid under advisement, seconded
by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Rube Wrightsman, Undersheriff; Donna Neal, Sheriff's Office
Administrator; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk &
Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss the Coroner's position.
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
8, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, June 8th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Paul Day; Gary Payzant; Newton Haleblain; Hugh Spencer; G.A. McPhail; Lance
Bohannon; Kathy Logan, Ron Warren, Rocky Mountain Surveyors; and Dan Miles,
Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the denied Deemer
Peak Subdivision, which is a resubmittal of an earlier denied project. The Chairman
noted that all present were familiar with the project. Commissioner Patton asked
for comments from the audience. The consensus of the present was the existing
Deemer Ridge Road is too narrow and steep to add additional traffic. The developer
agreed after extensive discussion to widen Deemer Ridge Road to 20 feet on the
straight portion and 24 feet wide on the blind corners and install adequate
drainage. Commissioner Brooker motioned to take Deemer Peak Subdivision under
advisement, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried. A
meeting was scheduled for June 9th at 10:30 a.m. for the decision on Deemer
Peak Subdivision.
Tim Shryne, Thompson Falls TV District member met with the Board to discuss
the forming of a countywide TV Board and getting technical advice.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director; and Jean Crow, Department of Natural Resources
& Conservation met with the Board to discuss Sanders County purchasing of
right-of-way from DNRC on state sections and getting GPS of Thompson River Roads
for accuracy of locations. Discussed roads on state sections within reservation
land and utility easements on state lands. Also present was Tim Weaver, Blackfoot
Telephone.
Betty Hoge, C.A. Hye, Billy Hilt, Noxon Park Board members; Claude Burlingame;
and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss Noxon Park.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign Contract No. 400019
with the Department of Environmental Quality, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to hold a public hearing per §2-9-212
for health insurance increases on June 30, 2004 at 4:00 p.m.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to award the Junk Motor Vehicle Hauling bid to
Doug's Towing and Hauling for fiscal year 2004-2005, 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
JUNE
9, 2004
Board
of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session on
Wednesday, June 9th 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 for the Deemer Peak Subdivision
decision. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval
of Deemer Peak Subdivision upon the submitted findings of facts and the following
contingencies being met prior to final plat approval: a) that the private roads
being created with this plat are constructed to minimum county requirements
and a Homeowners Association for road maintenance be created prior too or concurrent
with final plat approval, and an approved turnaround must be constructed at
the end of the roads. Road name signs must be installed prior too or concurrent
with final plat approval; b) that Deemer Ridge Road is re-constructed to a minimum
county requirement of a 20 foot wide driving surface on straight stretches and
24 feet wide on the four blind corners with adequate drainage measures installed.
A Homeowners Association for road maintenance of this road must be created prior
too or concurrent with final plat approval. The road grades must meet county
subdivision requirements or a variance from this requirement be granted; c)
that all road cut, fill areas, and other sites disturbed by road construction
are re-seeded and adequate erosion control measures established prior to final
plat approval; d) that he fire protection section of the subdivision regulations
be satisfied prior to final plat approval; and e) that the lot owners contact
the Sanders County Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed and Re-vegetation Plan
before any construction on the new lot, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss the
draft notice of public hearing on Sanders County employee's health insurance
coverage increase.
Jim Watts, District #1Foreman; Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor;
Brenda Franck, Deputy Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; Dixie Nichols, Computer
Systems Manager; Dan Miles, Land Services Director; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Donna
Neal, Sheriff's Office Administrator; Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; and
Gary Habutzal, EBMS Health Insurance Representative met with the Board for the
Special Department Head meeting to discuss the increase in premiums and the
three options presented to the County regarding the coverage of health insurance.
Mr. Habutzal explained that the inflation with the medical industry is causing
most of the increases in health insurance benefits along with increased usage.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist; and John Halpop, Extension Agent met with the
Board to discuss the Economic Development Budget for fiscal year 2004-2005.
Commissioner Laws left at 3:00 p.m.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to appoint Chris Sullivan to the Dixon Refuse
Board for a three year term, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried.
The Board recessed at 4:30 p.m.
The Board re-convened at 6:32 p.m. for the public hearing on the proposed vehicle
wrecking facility in Plains. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol Brooker,
Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; Jackie Dean, Secretary; Dan Miles, Land Services
Director; Brad Gary, Valley Press; Everett Young; Tim Wanamaker; Nardy &
Gloria Stascavage; John & Susan Knudson; and Presentiss Campbell. Commissioner
Patton opened the meeting and submitted the letter received from Mr. & Mrs.
Stascavage into the record and explained why there were two public hearings.
Susan then gave a brief explanation about her proposed business. Commissioner
Patton read the minutes from the May 4th public hearing to the individuals present
so that they would know the issues and concerns previously discussed. Commissioner
Patton then asked the secretary to read the letter from Mr. & Mrs. Stascavage
into the minutes regarding their concerns with surface water contamination.
Commissioner Patton asked Mr. Stascavage if he ever had his well tested and
Mrs. Stascavage stated yes they had and they had 5.5 aluminum and the acceptable
level is .1. Susan stated that James had his tested and he is below her and
his showed no contamination. Mr. Young asked if Mrs. Barker ever had hers tested?
Nobody knew the answer. Prentiss asked about the aluminum content. The Stascavages
explained their concerns with the long term effect and possible pollution of
the surface spring. Mr. Young asked if licensed would they have to follow state
guidelines. Susan answered yes and they also do spot inspections of the facilities
to make sure they are following the guidelines. Prentiss discussed the oil vault
that contains the fluids that have been removed from the vehicles and how safe
it is from spills. Dan read material from submitted letters. The
group then discussed the old wrecking facility on Highway 200. Mr. Young wanted
to know if there was a clause on the water? Commissioner Brooker read the letter
from the State on what is required by the County. No other letters of concerns
were submitted but the Stascavages'. Mr. Young asked after the EA will all adjacent
landowners be able to comment. Yes they should. There was a discussion as to
weather the facility would be a benefit or not and Nardy stated that it does
have a high impact on the surface water. Mr. Wanamaker stated that cheaper parts
would be beneficial. Prentiss stated that if it is managed well and follows
the stricter regulations there should be no contamination of the surface water.
Commissioner Laws explained that if the Commissioner give the okay, that will
trigger the EA. If the state finds any harm it will be denied or they will put
stricter stipulations on the facility. Commissioner Brooker stated that is it
effects the quality of life of a neighbor or the neighborhood and if approved
the Commissioners would request a full environmental assessment, especially
on water quality. Commissioner Brooker motioned to take the issue under advisement,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried. Commissioner
Patton opened the meeting for public comment on any other issue. There was none.
He then closed the meeting at 7:07 p.m. and stated that they will notify everyone
of the time and place of the decision.
_______________________________
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
10, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, June 10th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Pat Ingraham, Election Administrator met with the Canvassing Board consisting
of Harold L. Laws, Carol Brooker, Commissioners; and Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt.
of Schools to canvass the votes from the June 8, 2004 Primary Election. The
Canvassing Board certifies that the foregoing abstract of election returns consisting
of pages 262-265 of Book 2 of Abstract of election Returns, records of Sanders
County, is a full and correct abstract of all the votes cast for the Primary
Election, Town of Hot Springs Study Commissioner, Town of Plains Study Commission,
and the City of Thompson Falls Study Commission Special Elections held on June
8, 2004 in Sanders County, Montana as the same as shown upon the records by
the Judges of Election of Sanders County, Montana.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present the
Precinct Committee Acclamations. Commissioner Brooker motioned to declare by
acclamation the following precinct people, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
DEMOCRAT
PARTY
PRECINCT
TITLE NAME
Precinct
#1 Committeeman Dave Lyman
Precinct #1 Committeewoman Judith Hutchins
Precinct
#3 Committeeman Peter A. Lupsha
Precinct #3 Committeewoman Ursula Hill
Precinct
#5 Committeeman Steven Anthony Katsaris
Precinct #5 Committeewoman Anne K. Katsaris
Precinct
#6 Committeeman Steve J. VonDracek
Precinct #6 Committeewoman Sharon L. VonDracek
Precinct
#8 Committeeman John Stamm
Precinct #8 Committeewoman Gaynelle Stamm
Precinct
#10 Committeeman Piere Pahl
Precinct #10 Committeewoman Crystal Kingston
REPUBLICAN
PARTY
Precinct
#3 Committeeman Bob Zimmerman
Precinct #3 Committeewoman Jackie A. Dean
Precinct
#4 Committeeman Jimmie L. Wilson
Precinct #4 Committeewoman Eileen Wilson
Precinct
#5 Committeeman Jerry C. Shively
Precinct #5 Committeewoman Carol P. Turk
Precinct
#6 Committeeman Alvin F. Amundson
Precinct #6 Committeewoman Grace Y. Amundson
Precinct
#8 Committeeman Clyde D. Terrell
Precinct #8 Committeewoman Shirley A. Terrell
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist, John Halpop, Extension Agent; and Dan Miles,
Land Services Director met with the Board to review the Sanders County Needs
Survey Summary Results and to discuss the proper method to present them to the
public.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss finalizing the
road names and addressing.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to have Commissioner Laws pull the
jury for fiscal year 2004-2005 on Monday, June 14th as Commissioner Patton will
be unavailable.
The Board adjourned recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board re-convened at 6:00 p.m. for the Wildland Urban Interface meeting.
Others present were: Cawnii Peterson; Terina Mullen, Bureau of Land Management;
Everett Young, DNRC; Dave Olsen; Judy Woolley; Rick Oliver; Bobbie Bennett,
DNRC; Calvin Mineyer, DNRC; Howard Page; Tony Harwood, CSKT; Kurt Werst, US
Forest Service; Rick Carlson; Greg Larson, RC&D; Rick Gould; David Petteys,
US Forest Service; Ed Moreth, Valley Press; Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator; and
Dan Miles, Land Services Director. Commissioner Patton opened the meeting and
had Greg Larson present the progress this past month and potential future funding.
The use of Title III RAC funds for grant match and to help develop community
fire plans was discussed, but money would not be available until after September
30, 2004. Terina Mullen, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), discussed a $5,000
planning grant and the key items required for a fire plan and other emergency
planning. Rick Gould discussed the Confederate Salish & Kootenai Tribes,
Lake and Sanders hazard mitigation plan progress and cross use of information
with other plans. Greg Larson will finish a job description for our Urban Wildland
Grant. Discussion of areas of expertise needed was discussed. Five applications
have been received. Greg Larson, Commissioner Patton, and Kurt Werst, and Calvin
Minemeyer will make the candidate selection on June 26th.
The Board adjourned at 8:01 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
15, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, June 15th 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 review and discuss the
following: 1) presented the preliminary plat for Trailhead Terrace III minor
subdivision. Also present for this portion of the meeting was Bud Leufkens;
Kathy Logan; Ron Warren and Todd Wakefield. Ron Warren of Rocky Mountain Surveyors
presented the project. 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 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) presented the preliminary plat
for Pope II subdivision. Also present for this portion of the meeting was John
Salisbury; and Stephen Day. Steven Day of Carstens Surveying presented the project.
Commissioner Laws opened the meeting for public comment. Comments as follows:
Mr. Salisbury asked about the covenants which none were presented. 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) a homeowners association for road maintenance agreement be created
prior too or concurrent with final plat approval, and an approved turnaround
must be constructed at the end of the roads. The private road must be named
and road name signs must be installed prior too or concurrent with final plat
approval; b) that the fire protection section of the subdivision regulations
be satisfied prior to final plat approval; c) that the lot owners contact the
Sanders County Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed & Re-vegetation Plan
before any construction on the new lot; d) that the subdivision complies with
the design standards adopted by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality
(DEQ) and the Sanders County Wastewater Regulations. Prior to final plat approval
all lots less than 20 acres in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the
reviewing authority under 76-4-101 et seq, MCA; e) that this subdivision files
a Waiver of the Right to Protest a Rural Special Improvement District with the
final plat; and f) 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.
Rusti Leivestad, Deputy Coroner met with the Board to discuss the Coroner's
position.
Carol Turk, Treasurer/Supt. of Schools met with the Board to discuss the Treasurer's
budget for fiscal year 2004-2005.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present the
2004-2005 fiscal year Jury List for Sanders County District Court, Sanders County
Justice Court, City of Thompson Falls Court, Town of Plains Court and the Town
of Hot Springs Court. Commissioner Brooker motioned to approve the Jury Lists
as presented, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss and
review budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the County health insurance
renewal form with EBMS for fiscal year 2004-2005, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 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
JUNE
16, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, June 16th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist requested to meet with the Board as he was not
on the scheduled agenda to discuss the RAC project.
Dixie Nichols, Computer Systems Manager met with the Board to review her proposed
budget for fiscal year 2004-2005.
Howard Page; Kathy Logan; Steve Hardin; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director
met with the Board for the public hearing on the proposed changes to the Sanders
County Subdivision Regulations. Commissioner Patton opened the meeting and staff
briefly discussed the proposed changes and reasons for the update. The hearing
then was opened for questions. Kathy Logan had a number of questions and comments
suggesting the addition of several definitions for clarity; Steve Hendrix had
concerns regarding the purpose of the regulations and possible mis-use of these
statements. Mr. Hendrix noted that there are no banks or savings and loan business
that act as escrow agents in the County. Mr. Hendrix also dis-agreed with the
park requirements. Mr. Hendrix was informed that these are stated in State statutes
and are not subject to local change. There being no further discussion or questions
the public hearing was closed at 2:00 p.m. A decision will be made after review
of the proposed regulations by the County Attorney.
Bob Beitz, Justice of the Peace met with the Board to discuss the Justice Court
budget.
The Board attended the regularly scheduled Sanders County Solid Waste Refuse
Disposal meeting. Others present were: Jerry Shively, Solid Waste Advisory Board
Member; Jim Inman, Solid Waste Supervisor; and Clarence Curry. Topics discussed
included: 1) a refuse appeal which could not be done because it was from the
Hot Springs Refuse District; 2) the new metal building will be delivered on
July 10th but will be billed this month for this years budget; 3) all the metal
has been crushed and hauled off and the county received $2,116.74 for the metal;
4) the baler belt will be replace starting Sunday, June 20th and should be completed
within three days; 5) recycling reports as follows: they have ready to ship
79 bales of cardboard, 10 bales of newspaper, 2 bales of mixed paper, and 3
bales of aluminum; 5) funds received from non-typical waste as the transfer
station since January 2004 are as follows: tires -$526.50; compost sales - $710.50;
non-typical - $3,062.00 and freon disposal - $350.00; 6) billing and collection
of non-typical waste since January 2004 was $12,236.50 billed and $9,394 collected
leaving $2,842.50 still owing; 7) non-assessed fees were billed out at $29,460
and have collected to date $20,340 leaving $9.120 still owing; 8) Clarence Curry's
request for the County to allow him to set up his aluminum can containers at
the transfer station or other roll off sites; 9) proposed solid waste fee changes
and charges for pick-up and delivery of 40 yard containers; 10) public comment:
it was suggested that the if Mr. Curry continues to want the County to give
them the aluminum cans that it be put out to bid and the person who gets the
bid must be bonded and take all recycling. (Detailed minutes on file in the
Commissioner's files).
Harold Savik requested to meet with the Board as he was not on the agenda to
discuss airport maintenance.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss his
proposed budget for fiscal year 2004-2005.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-011 for the distribution
of the Senior Citizen mill levy, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously
carried. (Original resolution on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office).
The Board recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 6:30 p.m. to meet with the Sanders County TV Boards.
Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners;
Tim Shryne, Thompson Falls TV District Member; Richard Welty, Leo Rambur, Wayne
Vannice, Plains TV District; Bev Bangen, Manford Tempero, Hot Springs TV District;
Tobo Leivestad, Trout Creek/Noxon/Heron TV District; and Bruce Cameron. Topics
discussed included: 1) the length of time the different TV district board members
have served; 2) their experience serving on the Boards; 3) budget reserves;
4) view of potential changes in the future; and 5) it was the consensus of those
present that a countywide TV district is not needed now, but a meeting every
two years would be helpful.
The Board adjourned at 7:45
_______________________________
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, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, June 17th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Laws arrived
at 11:00 a.m. due to a meeting with Forest Service at Finley Flats.
Mike Hashisaki, Fair Manager; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
met with the Board to discuss proposed changes to his 2004-2005 budget.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present and
discuss the proposed budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005.
Dianne Rummel, Clerk of Court met with the Board to discuss her proposed budget
for fiscal year 2004-2005. Also present was Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor continued to meet with the Board
to review and discuss proposed budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-012 authorizing the Grant
to encourage arrest policies and enforcement of protection orders program, Project
Manager, Tootie Welker to submit GMS internet reports, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. 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
JUNE
22, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, June 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Jackie Dean, Secretary. Commissioner Harold
L. Laws was attending the Flathead Chemical Dependency Center meeting in Kalispell,
Montana.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) presented the final plat for Big Horn minor subdivision for approval
and signatures. 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; 2) presented the preliminary
plat for Chojnacky minor subdivision. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant
preliminary plat approval for Chojnacky minor subdivision upon the submitted
findings of facts and the following contingencies being met prior to final plat
approval: a) that the subdivision complies with the design standards adopted
by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and the Sanders County
Wastewater Regulations. Prior to final plat approval all lots less than 20 acres
in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under
76-4-101 et seq, MCA; b) that this subdivision files a Waiver of the Right to
Protest a Rural Special Improvement District with the final plat; c) that verification
of a permit for a drive approach onto Highway 200 is provided prior to final
plat approval; 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 Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried; 3) set the date for the public hearing on Trailhead Terrace major subdivision
for July 13th at 4:00 p.m.(Original public hearing notice on file in the Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor's Office); and 4) set the date for the public hearing
on Rehbein's Valley View major subdivision for July 14th at 4:00 p.m. (Original
public hearing notice on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
Dr. Ray Nelson met with the Board to discuss and present a Declaration of Quite
Zone for Montana Rail Link.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to discuss and
review proposed budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005.
Tari Heppe, CISM Manager; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met
with the Board to review and discuss the Critical Incident Stress Management
budget for fiscal year 2004-2005.
Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Rube Wrightsman, Undersheriff; Donna Neal, Sheriff's Office
Administrator; Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications Officer; Dennis Doney, Chief
Detention Officer; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with
the Board to review and discuss the Public Safety Budget for fiscal year 2004-2005.
Commissioner Laws arrived at 3:30 p.m.
Ronda Heise, Deputy Treasurer/Supt. of Schools 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.
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
JUNE
23, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, June 23rd 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 with Forest Service.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss the proposed budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to grant Sanders County Fair an additional one (1) mill for fiscal
year 2004-2005 for building renovations, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws arrived at 11:00 a.m.
The Board requested the presence of the following individuals to discuss their
budget proposals: Dan Miles, Land Services Director; and John Halpop, Extension
Agent.
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
JUNE
24, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, June 24th 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) a backup attorney when he is unavailable; 2) Indian Impact Schools of Montana
court case; and 3) the Coroner replacement and laws pertaining to the replacement.
Bob Zimmerman, County met with the Board for public hearing on Elected Officials
Salaries for fiscal year 2004-2005. There was no public present. At 1:20 p.m.,
Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept the recommendation by Salary Committee,
to give the elected officials the suggested 2.3% Cost Of Living Adjustment (COLA),
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Mike Chenoweth, Weed Supervisor; Dale Neiman, Harold Savik, Weed Board Members;
John Halpop, Extension Agent; Louie LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls; and Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and discuss
the Weed Boards proposed budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005 and the possibility
of re-running the weed levy request in the November election.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review and
discuss proposed budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005.
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
29, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, June 29th 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 met with the Board to present the amended Extension
Service Agreement for fiscal year 2004-2005 for signature.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims in the amount of $285,732.46,
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
John & Susan Knudson; Nancy Beech; Carol Ann DePiazza, Land Services Administrative
Assistant; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board for the
decision on the proposed Knudson Vehicle Wrecking Commissioner Patton noted
that this time was for making a decision on the proposed wrecking facility for
John & Susan Knudson. Commissioner Brooker motioned to support approval
with a number of conditions as follows: 1) that the county conduct random inspections
of the facility; 2) that the following standards be adhered too: a) all automotive
fluids must be drained over an impermeable surface into suitable containers
and be stored for reuse, recycling, or disposal prior to the vehicles being
stored at the facility. The storage must be performed in such a manner as to
not allow any release into the surrounding environment. Any accidental spillage
must be cleaned up immediately; b) all lines should be plugged/capped to prevent
the residual dripping of automotive fluids onto the ground surface; c) any solvents
or other potentially hazardous materials used in this operation must be contained
for reuse or for recycling by licensed hazardous waste management companies;
d) if at any time the natural shielding fails to adequately shield the facility
from public view, a fence must be constructed for that purpose; e) the requirements
of the Montana Department of State Lands Fire Code must be incorporated by reference
and implemented in its entirety at the wrecking facility; and f) there shall
be no release of CFCs into the environment. Proper capture and recycling must
be done by a certified automotive a/c technician with equipment approved by
EPA; and 3) an Environmental Assessment with detailed attention to water quality
i.e., possible pollution from the facility be conducted, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) presented the final plat of Whitetail Meadows for approval and
signatures. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant final approval of Whitetail
Meadows subdivision as the developer has met all the conditions of preliminary
approval, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; and
2) briefly discussed a potential subdivision road for Troy Frxyell in the McLaughlin
Creek area. The Board requested more information be provided on the issue.
Frank Muth, Muth Consulting and Tom Prill, Roscoe Steel Inc. Representative
requested to meet with the Board as they were not on the scheduled agenda to
discuss the Hot Springs Sidewalk CTEP Project and Trout Creek Bridge, High Bridge
and Vermillion Bridge.
The Board attended the annual Sanders County School Transportation Committee
meeting. (Detailed minutes on file with the Superintendent of Schools).
Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator met with the Board to report that the Multi-jurisdictional
Strategic Plan with the Confederate Salish, Kootenai Tribes, Lake County and
Sanders County that was submitted by Rick Gould was approved by the State Administrative
Agency as guidance for Fiscal Year 2004-2005 Pre-Mitigation Disaster Plan grants.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-013 setting elected officials
salaries for fiscal year 2004-2005, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was
unanimously carried.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to hold a public hearing for the
petition for abandonment of a portion of a county -right-of-way. (Original petition
and notice on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's office.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to advertise a notice to call for
bids on a Wheel Loader. (Original bid notice on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office).
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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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JUNE
30, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, June 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 Claims in the amount of $327,313.73, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications Officer; and Rusti Leivestad, Deputy Coroner
met with the Board to discuss the interim Coroner position. Commissioner Brooker
motioned to appoint Russlyn (Rusti) Leivestad as the Interim Coroner, seconded
by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review budgets.
Rusti Leivestad, Deputy Coroner; Mark Denke, Chief Telecommunications Officer;
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor; and Roberta Smith, Sanders County
Ledger met with the Board in order for Commissioner Patton to issue the oath
of office to Rusti.
Dean Babcock; Nancy Beech; and Ed Moreth, Clark Fork Valley Press met with the
Board for the Health Insurance Mill Levy public hearing. Commissioner Patton
opened the meeting and explained the law allowing for a permissive mill levy.
Then Commissioner Patton opened the floor to public comment. Mr. Babcock voiced
his displeasure of the mill levy. Commissioner Patton requested the Clerk to
read the letter of support received from Mr. Ernst Scherer. Commissioner Brooker
then explained about the law allowing for the increased mill levy and explained
that the County cannot raise any taxes except this one levy. The cities and
schools can raise theirs anytime, but the county does not have that option.
Ms. Beech asked about the percentage of the raise and the Board explained that
the health insurance increase was 15%, but the Board negotiated it down to a
7% increase. Commissioner Laws explained that the County could give employee
raises to off set the cost of the insurance increase, but it costs the County
more in the long run. Ms. Beech asked about the quality of the coverage. It
was explained that any health insurance only covers certain procedures and is
and 80-20 pay out until the $2,500 out of pocket is met. Ms. Beech asked if
the funds received from the levy are used for other expenses. The Board explained
that the funds received from the permissive mill levy is used only on the health
insurance and cannot be used for anything else. Commissioner Patton asked for
public comment again and with none forth coming he closed the public hearing
at 4:22 p.m. After the meeting was closed Commissioner Patton asked for public
comment on any other issue, and there was none, therefore, the Board adjourned
at 5:00 p.m.
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
JULY
1 , 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, July 1st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Sue Cooperman, County Paralegal met with the Board to obtain a list of questions
for Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney for next weeks meeting.
Joseph Rocheleau; and Steve Simonson, EDC Specialist met with the Board to discuss
the MAP Display in the Courthouse and a history display near the Courthouse
entrance. The Board were in general approval with the exact location to be determined.
Mr. Rocheleau discussed his history research on David Thompson and Sanders County.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss and name roads
that have not been completed.
O.T. Myers; Jerry Shively; Robert Bates; Gloria Bodekez; Roger Lund; Fred Hodgeboom;
G. Newton Haleblain; Steve Simonson; Terry Caldwell; Ron Olfert; John &
Carolyn Trockmann; Barbara Jo Belles; Thomas Cuddy; Nancy Beech; John Day; Gregory
DeNoble; Dan & Rocsanna Ryan; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met
with the Board to request that the Board appoint a volunteer Committee to develop
a Natural Resource Plan and apply for Cooperative Agency status with the U S
Forest Services. Topics discussed included: 1) other county's forest plan revision;
2) obtaining cooperative agency status; 3) resource use plan and county fire
plan; 4) forming a Natural Resource Advisory Committee; 5) input from citizens
into the revised forest plan; 6) possibility of putting lawsuits in State/Local
courts; 7) lack of timber sales and effect on the economy of Sanders County;
and 8) local citizens feeling powerless on revisions of forest plan and wanting
the Board to adopt the cooperative agency status.
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; Suzanne
Cooperman; Bob Zimmerman, and Gene Arnold.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-016 applying for Office
of Community Services grants for Economic Re-Development of the Riley Creek
Mill Site for Development of a Business Smart Park, seconded by Commissioner
Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending June 30, 2004,
and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
The Board adjourned at 5:20 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
JULY
06, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, July 6th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; Carol
Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Tim & Rita Mill; Dave Bennett; Ricky Hagadorn; and Dan Miles, Land Services
Director met with the Board for the public hearing on Clinkenbeard's re-subdivision.
Dan presented the project. Commissioner Patton opened the meeting for public
comment. Mr. Mills expressed his concerns on the dimension shown on the survey
and noted several correction surveys have already been required in the area.
The Board noted that the final survey documents will address this issue. There
being no further comments the hearing was recessed and continued until 11:00
a.m.; 2) Commissioner Patton opened the public hearing for Little Mountain Springs
subdivision from the parent tract of record Mountain Springs Subdivision. Rick
Hagadorn presented the project. Commissioner Patton opened the meeting for public
comment. There was no public comment. Commissioner Brooker motioned to grant
conditional preliminary approval of Little Mountain Springs subdivision upon
the submitted findings of facts and the following contingencies being met prior
to final plat approval: a) that this subdivision files a Waiver of the Right
to Protest a Rural Special Improvement District with the final plat; b) that
the lot owners contact the Sanders County
Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed & Revegetation Plan before any construction
on the lots; c) that the subdivision complies with the design standards adopted
by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and the Sanders County
Wastewater Regulations. Prior to final plat approval all lots less than 20 acres
in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under
76-4-101 et seq, MCA; 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. 3) Commissioner Patton re-convened the
Clinkenbeard plat. There being no further comment or discussion, Commissioner
Brooker motioned to grant conditional preliminary approval of the Clinkenbeard
subdivision upon the submitted findings of facts and the following contingencies
being met prior to final plat approval: a) that legal access is verified prior
to final plat approval; b) that an easement be created for the access across
the existing driveway for Parcel B-1; c) that this subdivision files a Waiver
of the Right To Protest a Rural Special Improvement District with the final
plat; d) that the subdivision complies with the design standards adopted by
the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and the Sanders County
Wastewater Regulations. Prior to final plat approval all lots less than 20 acres
in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under
76-4-101 et seq, MCA; and 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, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried;
and 4) the amended plat of Cabinet Gorge Estates for signature. Commissioner
Laws motioned to approve the Amended Plat of Cabinet Gorge Estates as presented
amending the public park boundaries as previously agreed upon, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review Weed
Budget.
Don Burrell, President of Thompson Falls Senior Citizens requested to meet with
the Board as he was not on the scheduled agenda to report the Thompson Falls
Senior Citizens Center has voted to rejoin the Sanders County Council on Aging
for a trial basis for next year and their mill levy share be deposited to the
Council on Aging. With the Councils help they will keep their meals at $3.00.
Sanders County Coroner, Rusti Leivestad met with the Board to announce her three
new Deputy Coroner's as follows: Roberta Smith; Shawn Emmett; and Deputy Joe
Brown.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept Donald Love's resignation from the Noxon-Heron
Hospital District effective immediately, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion
was unanimously carried. It was the decision of the Board to advertise for a
volunteer to serve on the Noxon-Heron Hospital District.
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
07, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, July 7th 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 present and
review the proposed budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005.
The Board attended the regular quarterly Board of Health meeting. Others present
were: Manford Tempero; Dr. Robert Gregg; Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse/Officer;
Jeremy Dvorak, Sanitarian; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director. Topics discussed
included: 1) Calvin Harris septic system violation. Commissioner Brooker motioned
to resolve the issue through the County Attorney, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried; 2) Manford Tempero Y-Quick Stop purchased property
in order to construct a septic system and bring the Y-Quick Stop into compliance.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to extend the Y-Quick Stop food license until
December 31, 2004, seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried;
3) Gary Payzant has not met the deadline of July 2, 2004 set by the Board over
a year ago. Dr. Gregg motioned to take legal action against Mr. Payzant, seconded
by Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried; 4) food inspections
for non-profit temporary food events. It was the decision of the Board to allow
the Sanitarian to do random food inspections; 5) Mr. Sholz request that the
County pay for his water sample test that is required for his business. The
Board determined that they are not going to reimburse Mr. Sholz as that is part
of his business expense; 6) Mr. Netz's request that the Board grant him a septic
system permit for a single family dwelling for a location in Ashley Creek Subdivision.
The lot has been approved by DEQ for a 6-plex only. It was the decision of the
Board that as long as Mr. Netz is aware of the potential legal problems he may
be creating for himself, he may receive a permit for a single family dwelling.
There is no threat to public health by permitting the system. Dr. Gregg motioned
to have a perc test and soil profile completed so that a permit could be issued,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried; 7) Paradise public
health issue. Commissioner Brooker hired someone to clean up the area and take
the trash to the transfer station at no cost to himself. He was instructed to
clean the outside area only; 8) discussion about dog bites and setting a meeting
with the County Attorney and the Sheriff's Office to further discuss the issue;
9) a discussion about MARS and quarantining the dogs and having an area to do
so; and 10) mosquitoes were caught and sent in for ID, haven't heard of any
West Nile Virus in Montana in either humans or horses this year so far. (Detailed
minutes on file in the Commissioner's files).
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
08, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, July 8th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Jim and Jo Belles; John Day; Judy Hutchins; Nancy Beech; Ron Olfert; and Newton
Hablian met with the Board for the decision on the Resource Plan Committee.
It was the decision of the Board to advertise for individuals who might be interested
in serving on said Committee.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the resolution
for the vehicle wrecking facility.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review the
proposed budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005.
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
13, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, July 13th 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) set up public hearing dates for Morton Subdivision on the 3rd
of August at 10:30 a.m. (Original notice on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office); 2) set put public hearing for Bear Paw subdivision at 10:00 a.m. on
the 3rd day of August, 2004 (Original public hearing notice on file in the Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor's Office); 3) set the public hearing for Copper Meadows
subdivision for the 10th of August, 2004 (Original notice on file in the Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor's Office); and 4) discussed road naming to finish the
rural addressing project.
The Board examined the securities from First State Bank in Thompson Falls and
the Rocky Mountain Bank of Plains.
The Board examined the quarterly reports for the Sheriff's Office and the Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor's Office and instructed the Clerk to file said reports.
Louie LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls met with the Board although he was not
on the scheduled agenda to discuss the use of a city prosecutor for the arrest
grant.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) discussed the railroad crossing quiet zone requested by Dr. Nelson; 2) subdivision
regulation review; 3) coroner and election law; 4) Paradise cemetery district;
5) Dixon storage building land legal description; 6) road sign issue in Heron;
and 7) quarantining dogs after they have bitten someone.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to continue the naming
of roads for the rural addressing project.
Bud Leufkens; George Elliott; Ron Warren, and Kathy Logan, Rocky Mountain Surveyors;
Louis LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director
met with the Board of the public hearing on Trailhead major subdivision. Mr.
Warren presented the nine lots front onto an existing private road Mt. Silcox
Drive and will have individual septic systems and multi-family water. Mr. Leufkens
noted that the park requirement would be satisfied with a cash-in-lieu of parkland
payment. Commissioner Patton asked for public comment and there were no further
comments. Commissioner Laws 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 final subdivision plat note any lots
that are within 1,000 (one thousand) feet of the City of Thompson Falls municipal
water supply wells; b) that the park requirements of the state statutes be satisfied
prior too or concurrent with final plat approval; c) that the subdivision complies
with the design standards adopted by the Montana Department of Environmental
Quality (DEQ) and the Sanders County Wastewater Regulations. Prior to final
plat approval all lots less than 20 acres in size must be approved by the Montana
DEQ as the reviewing authority under 76-4-101 et seq, MCA; 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 Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Chairman sign the 2004 NACO Credentials
for Voting at the NACO convention for Commissioner Carol Brooker, seconded by
Commissioner Brooker. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to adopt fiscal year 2004-2005 Employee Payscale,
seconded by Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Brooker motioned to reappoint Don Theiler to the Hot Springs Airport
for another three year term, seconded by Commissioner Laws. 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
JULY
14, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, July 14th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Herb Lay; Louis LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Tootie
Welker, Sanders County Coalition for Families; Bob Beitz, Justice of the Peace
met with the Board to discuss the probation compliance officer for the grant
to encourage arrest policies and private office space.
Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Rube Wrightsman, Undersheriff; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney;
and Cindy Morgan, Public Health Nurse/Officer met with the Board to discuss
how to handle the problem of quarantining biting dogs.
Gene Arnold, Sheriff met with the Board to discuss the following: 1) street
in Dixon creating traffic problems; and the reimbursement of deputies hired
by the Fair for security.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) policy for dispensing 911 address information; 2) the resolution for the
wrecking facility; and 3) the arrest grant probation officer insurance.
Nancy Weldon; Kathy Logan, Rocky Mountain Surveyors; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney;
and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to the public hearing
on Rehbein's Valley View major subdivision. Ms. Logan presented the project
to the Board and audience. Commissioner Patton then opened the meeting for public
comment. Ms. Weldon expressed a concern for the additional septic systems in
the area. The DEQ process was explained and there was discussion on the number
of wells in the area and their depth. The groundwater information for this section
of land was reviewed. Commissioner Patton asked again for public comment and
there was none. 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 private roads being created
with this project are constructed to minimum county requirements and a maintenance
agreement field 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; b) that the park
requirement be satisfied with a cash-in-lieu payment; c) that all road cut and
fill areas and other sites disturbed by road construction are re-seeded and
adequate erosion control measures established prior to final plat approval;
d) that the fire protection section of the subdivision regulations be satisfied
prior to final plat approval; and e) that a Waiver of the Right to Protest a
Rural Special Improvement District be filed with the final plat, seconded by
Commissioner Laws. Motion was unanimously carried. Dan also presented the preliminary
plat for Hutchings 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 a standard half-width right-of-way
(30 feet) for Cherry Creek Road on Tract 2 to establish road easements for right-of-way;
b) that the subdivision complies with the design standards adopted by the Montana
Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and the Sanders County Wastewater
Regulations. Prior to final plat approval all lots less than 20 acres in size
must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under 76-4-101
et seq, MCA; c) that this subdivision files a Waiver of the Right to Protest
a Rural Special Improvement District with the final plat; d) that an easement
be created for Tract 1; 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.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the quarterly report for the Sheriff's Office for the period
ending Jun 30, 2004 and instructed the Clerk to file said report.
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
JULY
15, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, July 15th 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 Arizona.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) the Heron road signs on county easement issue; 2) the alley and street in
Dixon; and 3) a personnel issue, therefore, as presiding officer, Commissioner
Patton closed the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
The Board opened the sealed bids received for a Wheel Loader. Bids received
were as follows: Western Plains Machinery Co. - 1999 CASE 821 - $114,899.00;
and Western States - 2000 CAT 950G - $116,800.00. Commissioner Laws motioned
to take the wheel loader bids under advisement, seconded by Commissioner Patton.
Motion was unanimously carried.
The Board recessed at 5:00 p.m.
The Board reconvened at 6:05 p.m. for the Urban Wildland Interface meeting.
Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman; and Harold L. Laws, Commissioner. Commissioner
Carol Brooker was unable to attend. Others present were: Greg Larson, Margaret
Kemner, RC&D; Tony Harwood, Confederated Salish Koontani Tribes; Rick Carlson;
John Holland, Plains/Paradise Rural Fire District; Thomas Cuddy; Everett Young,
Calvin Minemyer, DNRC; Judy Woolley; Harold Hudson, Trout Creek Rural Fire District;
David Petteys, Lolo National Forest; Michael Gross; Kurt Werst, Kootenai National
Forest; Gene Arnold, Sheriff; and Dan Miles, Land Services Director. Topics
discussed included: 1) Greg Larson reported that the $5,000 BLM planning grant
has been signed; 2) the two National Forests and the Tribes presented maps showing
forest types, fire fuels, previous fires, and roads; 3) Sanders County has the
roads and homes GPS mapped; 4) Rick Carlson will be putting together the Sanders
County Fire Mitigation Plan using the Lincoln County plan as a guideline; 5)
Greg Larson is working on an additional large grant from the Stevens Act; and
6) the possibility of beginning to do the first landowner fire hazard reduction
contracts in September.
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
JULY
20, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, July 20th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold L. Laws, Commissioner; and Terrie Lukes, Acting Secretary. Commissioner
Carol Brooker was attending a NACO Convention in Arizona.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) presented the preliminary plat for Lazaro minor subdivision. Commissioner
Laws 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 Bras Road to establish road easements for right-of-way;
b) that the subdivision complies with the design standards adopted by the Montana
Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and the Sanders County Wastewater
Regulations. Prior to final plat approval all lots less than 20 acres in size
must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under 76-4-101
et seq, MCA; c) that his subdivision files a Waiver of the Right to Protest
a Rural Special Improvement District with the final plat; 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 Patton. Motion was unanimously carried; and 2) discussed the
meeting with the Attorney defending the County's interest in the ongoing litigation
regarding the Waterfront West subdivision.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board examined the Cash Report for the period ending June 30, 2004 and instructed
the Clerk to file said report.
Commissioner Laws motioned to accept the bid from Western States fro the wheel
loader for $115,000 with no trade in, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion
was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to have the Chairman sign the following Certifications
of Appropriation for loan agreements 0856-01 dated 05/03/02, 0856-02 dated 05/10/02,
0856-03 dated 06/21/02, 0856-04 dated 07/03/02, 0856-05 dated 08/02/02, 0856-06
dated 08/30/02, 0856-07 dated 08/30/02, and 363656996100301 dated 11/4/94, seconded
by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-014 in support of, upon
conditions, the location of a proposed motor vehicle wrecking facility by John
& Susan Knudsen, 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
JULY
21, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, July 21st 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 Convention in Arizona.
Due to the cancellation of the Safety Committee, Department Head and Solid Waste
meetings because of conflicting schedules and lack of agenda items Commissioner
Laws left at 11:03 a.m. to attend to other County business, therefore, the Board
adjourned at 11:03 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
JULY
22, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, July 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Terrie Lukes, Acting Secretary.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) rewriting the lease for the County property in Dixon for two years including
the 50 foot by 60 foot SE corner for the Search & Rescue storage building;
2) the Copper King abandonment petition, Cooper King street encroachment; 3)
BFI's contract with Hot Springs Refuse District; and 4) the private signs on
county easement in Heron.
Rusti Leivestad, Coroner met with the Board to discuss a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) with the mortuary in Plains to act as the County morgue.
Charles Cheetham; Randall Cheetham; James & Carol Culligan; Shelly Martinoni;
William Pew; Ellen Eversole; W.A. Wert; Ron Schlader, Realty Specialist Lolo
National Forest; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; and Dan Miles, Land Services
Director met with the Board for the public hearing on the petition to abandon
a portion of a county right-of-way in Snyder. Commissioner Patton opened the
meeting and the petition was read for those attending and the meeting was opened
for public comment as follows: Charles Cheetham stated the area has no value
and has to be cleaned-up; Bill West had no opinion as to whether is should be
approved or denied; James Culligan stated his concerns in a written comments
as follows: denies public access to Thompson River from townsite; denies access
to John Culligan for property owned along Thompson River and townsite; denies
U.S. Forest Service their water easement on First Avenue (Copper King Townsite)
to U.S. Forest Service Campground; property owners currently having property
in the townsite were not notified of this annexation and concerns that not all
landowners were notified, concerns about the annexation of First Avenue which
is now 2nd Avenue and the lack of notification to the George Wurm Estate, John
Culligan not being notified and his proposal, that if there is a future request
for annexation of any property within the Copper King townsite that the property
should revert back to the current/present owner of the George Wurm Estate, and
concerns about perc tests on improved septic systems not being done; Carol Culligan
discussed her concerns about the lack of notification and perc tests not being
done on system that have been improved; and Ron Slatter, USFS stated his concerns
about easements for Forest Service and a buffer zone for the campground. Mr.
Zimmerman recommended to the Board that they deny the petition based upon the
improper petition and lack of notification to adjacent landowners. Commissioner
Brooker motioned to deny the petition for abandonment of 1Ave. in Copper King
Townsite due to the improper petition and lack of proper notification to adjacent
landowners, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously carried.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to review 2004-2005
budgets.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
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
27, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, July 27th 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 Juvenile Detention meeting in Kalispell.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney and Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with
the Board to present the Document of Disclaimer of Interest for the existing
easement and roads for Darrell Roberts, Commissioner Brooker motioned that the
Board grant the disclaimer, seconded by Commissioner Patton. Motion was unanimously
carried.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) Commissioner Brooker discussed developing a uniform and consistent
policy for street sign installation. This policy will reduce confusion and problems
regarding sign placement; and 2) discussed the need for policies regarding public
health and potential bio-hazard clean-up safety issues.
The Board left to attend the Economic Development Corporation meeting at 11:00
a.m. and returned at 1:20 p.m.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
Jackie Dean, Recording Secretary
By:__________________________,
Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY
28, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Wednesday, July 28th 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 the
budgets for fiscal year 2004-2005.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss: the Thompson Falls
airport hanger subleases; The Montana Advocacy letter regarding inadequacies
in the courthouse conforming to the American Disability Act; and a personnel
issue, whereas, 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 sign the Junk Motor Vehicle Hauling Contract
with Doug's Towing and Auto owned by Doug Grimm, seconded by Commissioner Laws.
Motion was unanimously carried.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to post for the following: special
session on Monday, August 23rd to attend the District meeting in Hamilton, Montana;
cancellation on August 24th due to conflicting schedules; and special session
on August 30th to audit county claims and routine county business.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
Jackie Dean, Recording Secretary
By:__________________________,
Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
JULY
29, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, July 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 in the amount of $270,479.11
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
The wood Street encroachments in Copper King and possible solutions; water line
easements in Copper King; Paradise Cemetery; and a letter from the Montana Advocacy
Program regarding equal access of people with disabilities to government services.
The Board met with Custodian, Jim Marich, Custodial Assistant, Jim Rummel, and
County Clerk of District Court, Dianne Rummel regarding the need to address
the deficiencies of the courthouse for those with disabilities. The Board agreed
to revise the Custodians 2004-2005 budget with additional revenue in order to
cover costs and make positive effort to correct the deficiencies.
The Board proceeded to audit County Claims in the amount of $670,468.69, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker motioned to have the Chairman sign the two draw downs for
the Plains Airport Improvement Project, 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
Jackie Dean, Recording Secretary
By:__________________________,
Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
03, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, August 3rd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Jackie Dean, Secretary.
Rick Hagedorn, Developers Representative for Bear Paw Trails Subdivision; Dan
Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to discuss and review the following:
1) advertised public hearing for Bear Paw Trails and Morton Subdivision, both
being second subdivisions from a tract of record; 2) Chairman, Patton opened
the hearing for Bear Paw Trails at 10:00 a.m. Rick Hagedorn presented the project.
Dan Miles had reviewed conditions for said subdivision. Carol Brooker moved
for approval of adopting staff conditions and finding of facts as follows: 1)
that the private road is constructed to minimum county requirements and a maintenance
agreement be filed prior too or concurrent with final plat approval, an approved
turnaround must be constructed at the end of the road; 2) that the subdivision
complies with the design standards adopted by the Montana Department of Environmental
Quality and the Sanders County Wastewater Regulations. Prior to Final Plat approval
all lots less than 20 acres in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the
reviewing authority under 76-4-101 et seq, MCA.; 3) that an easement be created
for Lot 2; and 4) 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; seconded by Hank Laws and unanimously carried;
and 3) Chairman Patton opened the hearing for the Morton Subdivision at 10:30
a.m. No representative or applicant for the Morton Subdivision were present.
Therefore, Dan Miles presented the project to the Board. Chairman, Patton closed
the hearing. Carol Brooker moved to take said project under advisement, seconded
by Hank Laws and unanimously carried.
Judge Kim Christopher; Dianne Rummel, Clerk of Court; Jim Rummel, Acting Custodial
Engineer and Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator met with the Board to discuss issues
regarding ADA compliance in the Courtroom.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney requested a personnel meeting; whereas, 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 Claims Approval List for the period ending July 31, 2004
and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
It was the unanimous decision of the Board to hold a public hearing of intent
on the proposed Paradise Cemetery District. (Original public hearing notice
on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board adjourned at 5:00 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
Jackie Dean, Recording Secretary
By:__________________________,
Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
04, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Tuesday, August 4th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Commissioner; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the Board. Commissioner
Harold L. Laws was attending the Sheriff's Office union negotiations.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to review and discuss the
following: 1) scheduling for an August 10, 2004 school meeting; 2) a road naming
petition that had been received from Ted Brown regarding Amber Bear Lane. Following
review of said petition the matter was referred to the County Attorney; and
3) a preliminary report for Copper Meadows Subdivision hearing scheduled for
4:00 o'clock this day.
The Board attended a demonstration for central counting voter machine model
AIS 650 provided by Election Systems & Software Representatives, Craig Seibert
and Jean Johnson. Also attending said demonstration were: Pat Ingraham, Election
Administrator; Brenda Franck, Lisa Wadsworth, Lynne Burns, Roni Wright, &
Linda Rocheleau, Election Judges; and Bina Eggensperger, Sanders County Ledger.
The Board met with Pat Ingraham, Election Administrator to discuss the new central
counting voter machine. With the AIS 650 meeting, Help America Vote Act (HAVA)
standards and budgeted funds were available; it was the consensus of the Board
to purchase the new equipment. In addition, Pat Ingraham reported to the Board
the results of the August 3rd survey and assessments of handicapped accessibility
needs in the Dixon, Paradise, Noxon, Heron and Trout Creek polling sites that
were conducted by her, Linda Rocheleau, Sanders County Voting Accessibility
Advisory Member, and Protection & Advocacy for Voting Access (PAVA) Representative,
Erin Harris.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss The American Disabilities
Act and accessibility needs for the courthouse; and a personnel issue, whereas,
as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed the meeting to the public per
2-3-203(3) MCA.
Gene Arnold, Sheriff, Rube Wrightsman, Under Sheriff and Bob Zimmerman, County
Attorney met with the Board to discuss a three-quarter (3/4) mill increase for
one year within the Sheriff's Fiscal Year 2004-2005 budget for narcotics investigation.
It was the consensus of the Board to grant their request.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
05, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 5th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss the following:
1) self-analysis of defects for the Montana Advocacy Program for ROA and 2)
ballot levies for the weed department, road department and sheriff's drug enforcement
Rick Carlson, Forester for Sanders Western Urban Wild lands Grant briefly met
with the Board to discuss the agenda for the August 12, 2004 meeting.
Louie LaRock, City of Thompson Falls, Mayor met with the Board to discuss a
van accessible handicapped parking space on Jefferson Street next to the Courthouse.
Sharon and Joseph Brown met with the Board to protest the payment of a vehicle
fee.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney again met with the Board to give council on a
personnel problem, whereas, as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed
the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
Commissioner, Carol Brooker motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-17 placing on
the November General Election Ballot for voter approval to increase the Sheriff's
budgeted mill levy from 18 to 21 mills for three (3) years for funding two additional
deputies, seconded by Harold Laws and unanimously carried.
Commissioner, Harold Law motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-18 placing on the
November General Election Ballot for voter approval of a ten (10)-mill levy
increase for road repair and maintenance for five (5) years, seconded by Carol
Brooker, roll call vote Harold Laws - aye, Carol Brooker - aye, Gail Patton
- aye, motion unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 5:10 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
Pat
Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
Jackie Dean, Recording Secretary
By:__________________________,
Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
10, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 5th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board.
City of Thompson Falls Mayor, Louie LaRock met briefly with the Board to finalize
the location for van accessible handicapped parking at the courthouse and the
possible change of Community Center's ownership.
Tootie Welker, Sanders County Coalition For Families (SCCFF) Director met with
the Board to plan a meeting to discuss Judge Beitz's concerns regarding the
Encourage Arrest Policies & Enforcement of Protection Orders Program Grant's
compliance officer.
Mark Denke met with the Board to update them on: the Law Enforcement Security
Grant that would buy digital radio equipment for Hot Springs, Plains and Thompson
Falls; progress on the radio tower and newly installed equipment.
Carol Turk, Treasurer; and Kathy McEldery met with the Board to discuss PPL's
protested taxes and release of those funds to the Thompson Falls School District.
Chairman Patton called to order at 4:00 o'clock p.m. the public hearing for
the Copper Meadows Subdivision and explained the process for the public hearing.
Present were: Dan Miles, County Planner; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; Ronald
E. Haviland, Roger Barnes, Bob & Kathy Gregg, Darrell Fried, Jim & Dolly
Hunnicutt, Kevin & Andi Price, Steve Hendrick, Barbara Thomas, Howard Page,
Ricky L. Hagedorn, Cheryl Aitken, Shawn Rowland, Michael Rinaldi and Elizabeth
Ghaekin. Rick Hagedorn, Consultant-Surveyor for the applicant, Howard Page presented
the Copper Meadows Subdivision Project to the Board of County Commissioners.
Chairman, Patton asked if there were any others in favor of the project. Howard
Page, applicant noted he was in favor. Dan Miles presented the staff report
and read the preliminary proposed conditions. Noted for the record, letters
received and a brief summary of their contents, said letters retained in the
subdivision file. Chairman, Patton called for those opposed to the project.
Ron Haviland voiced concerns with the type of on-site sewage disposal system
and location of the system, potential impacts on existing Association wells,
felt that the road system should be re-designed to minimize impact on existing
residences and concerned with the drive approach onto Blue Slide Road. Chairman,
Patton called for those in favor if there were additional comments. Steve Hendrix,
Real Estate Representative; fells good about the project and felt it was well
designed and questioned condition the requiring the re-construction of the road
approach onto Blue slide. Mr. Hendrix also wanted to know why should developer
be required to pay for the re-construction if this was an existing problem on
a county accepted and maintained road; Shawn Roland, Environmental consultant
and System Designer explained the rational for the system design and location
of the system, which is established by the ground water gradient and potential
impacts on surface water. Many of these issues were reviewed with the first
and second filings of Lake View Subdivision; Darrell Fried expressed a strong
concern for the potential contamination of the existing wells and asked why
the community drain fields could not be moved to lots 5 & 6; Mike Rinaldi,
Environmental Consultant explained that the separation from surface waters and
groundwater flow required the system to be in the location shown on the preliminary
plat; Elizabeth Ghaekin, did not want the subdivision, she had to install a
$10,000 on-site system, had a concern for fire protection and had not heard
any discussion regarding fire protection; George Morgan an adjacent landowner
questioned the county road easement on the east boundary and it's validity.
County Attorney, Bob Zimmerman informed those present that the easement was
valid.; Jim Hunnicutt, adjacent lot owner asked about the submitted covenants.
No covenants had been submitted. Mr. Hunnicutt expressed concerns about the
drive approach onto the Blue Slide Road and the drain field location. In addition,
Mr. Hunnicutt felt that not enough information had been submitted for a decision
to be made. Howard Page, Applicant for the Subdivision noted that he was working
on changes to the covenants and was planning on covenants that were similar
to the existing ones; Robert Gregg, adjacent lot owner had concerns about covenants,
fire protection and access to the existing well house; Dolly Hunnicutt opposed
the project; Jim Hunnicutt also had questions on changes to the preliminary
when approved. Staff noted that substantial changes would require a new hearing.
Chairman, Patton closed the public hearing. Commissioner Laws moved to take
the Copper King Subdivision project under advisement, seconded by Commissioner,
Brooker and unanimously carried. The hearing adjourned at 5:40 o'clock p.m.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board signed the terms of engagement letter with Denning, Downey and Associates,
CPA's, P.C. for assisting the Clerk & Recorder with Fiscal Year 2004-2005
mill levy limitations per HB 124.
It was the consensus of the Board to sign the Memorandum of Understanding with
the USDA Wildlife Service and Montana Woolgrowers Association for protection
of sheep from predators.
The Board adjourned at 5:40 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
11, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 5th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board.
Cindy Morgan, County Health Nurse met with the Board to discuss a proposal to
place supervision of Mineral County's Women, Infant & Children (WIC) Program
under her office.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor discussed with the Board proposed
budgeted county items and handicapped accessible polling sites.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws moved to accept Don Love's resignation from the Noxon-Heron
Public Hospital District, seconded by Commissioner Brooker and unanimously carried.
Commissioner Laws moved to appoint Nate Hall to the Noxon-Heron Public Hospital
District, seconded by Commissioner Brooker and unanimously carried.
The Board of County Commissioners reviewed amended Resolution #2004-19 to increase
the County Sheriff's budget from 18 to 23 mills for funding drug enforcement
to be included on the November 2, 2004 General Ballot for voter approval or
rejection. Commissioner Brooker moved to adopted Amended Resolution #2004-19,
seconded by Commissioner Laws, motion passed by unanimous vote (Original resolution
in it's entirety is on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board of County Commissioners proceeded to Resolution #2004-20 for a 2 ½
County mill levy for noxious weed control to placed on the November 2, 2004
General Ballot for voter approval or rejection. Commissioner Brooker moved to
adopted Resolution #2004-20, seconded by Commissioner Laws, motion passed by
unanimous vote (Original resolution in it's entirety is on file in the Clerk
& Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board of County Commissioners set the distribution of the Lolo & Kootenai
2004-2005 Forest Service Receipts as follows: Title I @ 85%, Title II @ 13.75%
and Title III @ 1.25%.
The Board adjourned at 4:45 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
12, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 5th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to advise on the proposed
Paradise Cemetery District formation, mill levy request and required hearing
on said proposals to review the OSHA inspection and the steps taken to correct
various deficiencies was covered for inclusion in the required report. Commissioner
Patton closed the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA for a personnel issue.
Hank Laws, Chairman of the Sanders County Solid Waste Refuse Disposal District
called the Refuse District meeting to order at 2:01 p.m. Present were: Harold
Laws, Carol Brooker, Gail Patton, Jim Inman, Refuse District Supervisor, Jerry
Shively, Solid Waste Advisory Board and Cheri Seli, Valley Press. Jim Inman
gave a report on recent district activities that included: 12 bales of newspapers
on hand, 4 bales of mix, 47 bales of cardboard and 3 bales of aluminum, in addition
items shipped included 17 bales of newspapers on July 8th, 2004, magazines and
phone books on June 30, 2004, 44 bales of cardboard on June 25, 2004 and 40
bales of cardboard on July 16th, 2004. Glass removed from waste stream totaled
233.28 tons for a savings of $5,472.75 in tipping fees. Mr. Inman reported that
the materials for the building had been acquired and that the plans were sent
to Helena for permits; that the recycling belt was doing fine and that Solid
Waste needs to adjust it's budget. Refuse appeal of Robert and Elaine Abel of
PO Box 1466, Noxon, MT 59853 was changed from two units to one unit with one
year refund. Refuse appeal for Charon Jensen of 391 South Hill Road, Trout Creek,
MT 59874 was rescheduled for the next meeting. Refuse appeal for Dorothy Stirrett
of 16855 SE 309th St., Auburn, WA 98092 was approved and changed to one unit
to zero units with no refund. The meeting adjourned at 3:00 p.m.
Hank Laws, Chairman called to order the Public Solid Waste Fee Hearing meeting
to order at 3:00 o'clock p.m. Present were: Gail Patton, Carol Brooker, Hank
Laws, Sanders County Solid Waste Board; Pat Ingraham, Recording Secretary; Bina
Eggensperger, Sanders County Ledger; Cheri Seli, Valley Press; Holly Sanders;
Dean R. Curry; Katrina Curry; Clarence Curry; Toby Anderson: Jerry Shively;
and Jim Inman, Sanders County Refuse Supervisor. The purpose of the hearing
was to take public comment on proposed fee changes on the following: 1) tires-
requesting an additional charge of $1.00 more per tire for car and pick-up tires
with wheels/rims left on. Larger tires, like logging trucks, dump trucks, skidders,
tractors with wheels/rims left on and additional charge of $5.00 more per tire;
2) a drop charge of $25.00 per roll-off container rental , when travel of a
distance of over five miles is required , an additional charge of $1.50 per
mile; for containers on the job for more than 7 days and additional charge of
$1.00 per day; and 3) disposal of large deceased animals such as cows or horses
a charge of $44.00 per animal. Public comment received addressed concerns regarding
the necessity of any if the increases as it appeared that the Refuse District
had adequate funding without burdening the public with more expenses, while
noting that BFI does not charge any extra for these items being considered for
a fee increase, recycling costs, the county's glass disposal process and expense
concerns, county not adequately providing enough containers for public use,
and that the county should not be out to make a profit while providing services.
Being no further comment, Gail Patton moved that the Board take the proposed
fee increases under advisement, seconded by Carol Brooker and unanimously carried.
Chairman, Hank Laws closed the hearing at 3:37 p.m.
The Board recessed at 4:30 o'clock p.m.
Commissioner Patton called the meeting to order at 6:00 o'clock p.m. for review
of the recent progress in fire map development and plans for the Western Urban
Wildlands Forest Interface Grant. Individuals present were: Greg Larson, Steve
Simonson, Dan Miles, Tony Harwood, Calvin Minemyer & Everett J. Young ,Plains
DNRC; Judy Woolley, Gene Arnold, County Sheriff; David Petteys, Lolo National
Forest; Howard Page, Rick Carlson, Sanders County Forester; and Matt Martens,
Cabinet Ranger Station. Greg Larson, Northwest Resource and Conservation Development
(NWRCD): reported that the urban wildlife grant with the DNRC was finally signed
on July 28, 2004. Mr. Larson is currently working on additional grants with
the Department of Natural Resources (DNRC) and from the Stevens Act for the
four County areas. To date, seven foresters have been hired for the four fire
risk areas using GPS mapping and fire history overlay. Steve Simonson, Sanders
County Community Development discussed using wood waste from tree thinning.
The meeting closed at 7:15 p.m. Commissioner Laws and Commissioner Brooker were
unable to attend.
_______________________________
ATTEST: J. Gail Patton, Chairman
By:__________________________,
Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
17, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 5th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board. Commissioner Patton left at 11:00 to attend a Sanders County Community
Development Meeting and returned to the Commissioners proceedings at 2:00 p.m.
The Board held the public final budget hearings. Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
met with the Board for the final budget hearings through out the day.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss a personnel issue,
whereas, as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed the meeting to the
public per 2-3-203(3) MCA
The Board held a telephone conference with Mike Hashisaki, Sanders County Fair
Board Manager and Dan Miles, Land Services regarding a septic tank drain field
failure on the fair grounds and discuss the repairs needed to remedy this emergency.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to present them with the
preliminary minor plat of Williams Subdivision for review and preliminary approval.
Commissioner Brooker moved for preliminary approval and adoption of the staffs'
conditions and findings of fact as presented as follows: 1) verification of
a permit for the existing drive approach onto Highway 200 to be provided prior
to final plat approval, 2) that a variance from the lot length width ratio requirement
be submitted and granted prior to final plat approval, 3) that the subdivision
complies with the design standards adopted by the Montana Department of Environmental
Quality and the Sanders county Wastewater Regulations. Prior to final plat approval
all lots less than 20 acres in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the
reviewing authority under 76-4-101 ET seq, MCA, and 4) that the final subdivision
shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations,
local regulations and the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana;
seconded by Commission Laws and unanimously carried. Dan Miles, Land Services
Director met with the Board to present them with the preliminary minor plat
of Wood Duck Addition for review and preliminary approval. Commissioner Laws
moved for preliminary approval and adoption of the staffs' conditions and findings
of fact as presented as follows: 1) verification of a permit for the existing
drive approach onto Highway 200 is provided prior to final plat approval, 2)
that the subdivision complies with the design standards adopted by the Montana
Department of Environmental Quality and the Sanders County Wastewater Regulations.
Prior to final plat approval all lots less than 20 acres in size must be approved
by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under 76-4-101 ET seq, MCA and
3) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders
county Subdivision Regulations, local regulations and the laws and administrative
rules of the State of Montana; seconded by Commissioner Brooker and unanimously
carried. Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to present them
with the preliminary minor plat of Amended Tract 47, COS #50 for review and
preliminary approval. Commissioner Brooker moved for preliminary approval and
adoption of staffs' conditions and finding of facts as presented as follows:
1) that the private road is constructed to minimum county requirements and a
maintenance agreement filed prior to or concurrent with final plat approval,
an approved turnaround must be constructed at the end of the road. A road sign
must be installed prior to or concurrent with final plat approval, 2) that a
no-access easement be established on the High Country road frontage of these
lots with the agreed upon exceptions, 3) that all road cut and fill areas and
other sites disturbed by road construction are re-seeded and adequate erosion
control measures established prior to final plat approval and 4) that the subdivision
complies with the design standards adopted by the Montana Department of Environmental
Quality and the Sanders County Wastewater Regulations. Prior to final plat approval
all lots less than 20 acres in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the
reviewing authority under 7-4-101 ET seq, MCA; seconded by Commissioner Laws
and unanimously carried.
Commissioners, Gail Patton and Carol Brooker attended a hearing in Paradise
beginning at 6:00 o'clock p.m. for the purpose of public comment regarding placing
on the November 2, 2004 General Election Ballot the question of creating a Paradise
Cemetery District within the boundaries of the Paradise Elementery District
and the voters approval if a district is created for four (4) mills in which
to fund the district. Others present included: Wanda Cobb, Buelah Thompson,
Maurice Helterline, Ed Morgan and John Gingery. Commissioner Patton, called
for public comment. Ms. Cobb support the levy for the cemetery and wanted to
see it a legal entity, Buelah Thompson wanted to see the cemetery cleaned up,
Mr. Helterline wanted the cemetery to become a legal district and Mr. Gingery
supported the idea of making it a legal cemetery as it would no longer be a
liability to those taking care of it currently. Mr. Patton pointed out that
the Lonepine Cemetery was running into the same problems that the Paradise Cemetery
was. The meeting adjourned 6:50 p.m.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It
was the consensus of the Board to authorize the Chairman to sign the Montana
Local Government Records Destruction/Disposal Request as prepared by the countys'
record custodian, Pat Ingraham for the following 1994-1996 records: claims,
warrants, bank statements, checks, statement of expenditures & revenues
and journal vouchers.
The Board adjourned at 6:50 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
18, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 5th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board.
The Board held the public final budget hearings. Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
met with the Board for the final budget hearings through out the day. Steve
Simonson was present to review the budget but made to comment.
Carol Turk, Treasurer met with the Board to discuss driver's license and permanent
license sales.
Jim Marich, Custodian met with the Board to report on the minor flooding of
the lower floor of the courthouse, resulting from a backed up drain due to roof's
rain runoff. Roots in the drain seems to have been the problem.
Tootie Welker, Director of Sanders County Coalition of Families (SCCFF); Lynn
Bierwagon, SCCFF; Leta Livoti, Batters Group; Christine Nowak, Flathead Valley
Community Drug Counciling; Herb Lay, Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor;
Gene Arnold, Sheriff; Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney; and Bob Beitz, Justice
of the Peace met with the Board to discuss the appointment of a probation officer
for the Arrest Grant. It was pointed out by Justice Beitz it would require the
power of a misdemeanor probation officer to be effective in domestic violence
offender compliance with court orders. Grant funding is in place for such a
position. No decision was reached.
Dan Miles, Land Services met with the Board to decide on an emergency solution
to the county fairs fifty (50) year old failed septic system drain field at
the south grand stands. For health and safety reasons the Board gave permission
for a doubling of the drain field line capacity for now and requested an engineering
report assessment after the fair.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The
Board of County Commissioners reviewed Resolution #2004-21 for a ballot issue
on the question of whether or not the voters of the Paradise Elementary School
District will approve the creation of a Paradise Cemetery District. Commissioner
Brooker moved to adopted Resolution #2004-21, seconded by Commissioner Laws,
motion passed by unanimous vote. Roll call vote: Carol Brooker-aye, Hank Laws-aye
and Gail Patton-aye. (Original resolution in it's entirety is on file in the
Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board of County Commissioners reviewed Resolution #2004-22 for a ballot
issue on the question of whether or not the voters of the Paradise Elementary
School District, Sanders County will approve a four (4) mill levy to fund the
Paradise Cemetery District. Commissioner Laws moved to adopted Resolution #2004-21,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker, motion passed by unanimous vote. Roll call
vote: Hank Laws-aye, Carol Brooker-aye and Gail Patton-aye. (Original resolution
in it's entirety is on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office).
The Board adjourned at 5:00 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
19, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 19th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board.
The Board held the public budget hearing. Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor
met with the Board for the final budget hearings through out the day.
Commissioner Laws motioned to adopt Resolution 2004-23 adopting a budget for
Sanders County for Fiscal Year 2004-2005, seconded by Commissioner Brooker and
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 2004-2005 and entitlement disbursements
for Fiscal Year 2004-2005. It was the consensus of the Board authorized entitlement
disbursements as presented (see recorded on file in the Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's
Office) and Carol Brooker moved to adopt the following mill levies for Fiscal
Year 2004-2005, seconded by Hank Laws and unanimously carried.
COUNTY
LEVIES
GENERAL
1000 16.530
ROAD 2110 12.681
BRIDGE 2130 4.900
WEED 2140 2.000
FAIR 2160 1.500
AIRPORT 2170 5.000
COMPREHENSIVE INS. 2190 2.000
CO. FREE LIBRARY 2220 1.500
CO. AMBULANCE 2230 2.000
SENIOR CITIZENS 2280 2.390
PUBLIC SAFETY 2300 18.750
P.E.R.S. 2370 1.500
HEALTH INS. 2371 6.000
PERMISSIVE MEDICAL LEVY 2372 3.615
SEARCH AND RESCUE 2382 0.500
OEM 2958 2.000
SPECIAL
DISTRICT LEVIES
PLAINS
CEMETERY 7310 3.150
HERON/NOXON CEMETERY 7370 2.350
WHITEPINE/T.C. CEMETERY 7365 2.530
PARADISE IMPROVEMENT 2400 25.000
GREEN MOUNTAIN SOIL 7385 1.340
EASTERN SANDERS SOIL 7290 2.090
HERON RURAL FIRE 7340 19.670
DIXON RURAL FIRE 7350 29.670
HOT SPRINGS RURAL FIRE 7330 13.000
T FALLS RURAL FIRE 7345 11.390
NOXON RURAL FIRE 7355 11.180
PLAINS RURAL FIRE 7320 32.460
TROUT CREEK RURAL FIRE 7360 6.730
HOT SPRINGS LIBRARY 7875 9.320
EAST SAND CO. HOSPITAL 7395 4.780
PLAINS LIBRARY (7865) PLIB 11.25
THOMPSON FALLS LIBRARY (7852) TLIB 5.000
TROUT CREEK PARK 7372 0.750
NOXON-HERON PUBLIC HOSPITAL 7371 3.210
SPECIAL
ASSESSMENTS
THOMPSON
FALLS TV 7270 15.00
T.C./NOXON/HERON TV 7390 0.00
HOT SPRINGS TV 7375 15.00
PLAINS TV 7380 15.00
SANDERS CO REFUSE 5410 90.00
HOT SPRINGS REFUSE 7240 85.00
DIXON REFUSE 7245 108.00
CITY
LEVIES
HOT
SPRINGS 7870 179.77
County Attorney, Bob Zimmerman met with the Board to discuss the following subjects:
Revies bridge easement, Dixon fire station lease, Sanders County Court settlement,
secretary job description, arrest grant misdemeanor probation officer for domestic
violence offenders and courthouse disability accessibility. Commissioner Patton
closed the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA for a personnel issue.
Dan Miles, Land Services met briefly with the Board to discuss encroachment
of utility line policy.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The Board called for the bid quotes received for Title Searches for the County
at 2:00 o'clock p.m. No bids were received.
The Board adjourned at 5:10 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
25, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 25th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the Board. Commissioner
Brooker was attending a MACo District meeting in Virginia City, Montana.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present the
City of Thompson Falls Fiscal Year 2004-2005 mill levy. It was the consensus
of the Board to authorize the following mill levy for Fiscal Year 2004-2005.
CITY LEVIES
THOMPSON
FALLS 7870 134.87
Dan Miles, Land Services met with the Board to discuss the Montana Attorney
Generals opinion on septic and water determinations on subdivisions.
Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator reported on additional monies granted to Sanders
County's Office of Emergency Management Services (OEM) for fire, wild lands,
radio equipment and training from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. A budget resolution
would be needed to utilize these monies.
Chairman Patton and Commissioner Laws met with Dan Miles, Land Services; Nate
Hall, Avista; Alan Wood & Hugh Zackheim, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks;
Jerry Sorensen, Plum Creek; and Mark E. Horel, The Conservation Fund to discuss
land purchases and conservation easements of wet lands and adjoining wildland
in the Bull Lake area by the Fish, Wildlife & Parks and Avista for habitat
protection and public use. An environmental assessment will be made in two to
four weeks.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The
Board examined the County's Cash Report for the period ending July 31, 2004
and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
It was the consensus of the Board for the Chairman to sign amendment 2 for The
Lolo National Forest for lease and construction of radio facilities on Clark
Mountain.
The Board adjourned at 4:30 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
26, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 26th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker, Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board.
County Attorney, Bob Zimmerman met with the Board to discuss: the Thompson Falls
Airport lease policy, county fair concessions group lease, Hot Springs Garbage
District hiring questions and train whistle problems. Commissioner Patton closed
the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA for a personnel issue.
Cindy Morgan, County Health Nurse met with the Board to discuss using a vista
volunteer, food poisoning and Mineral County's Wic Program.
Steve Simonson met with the Board to discuss the need for Sanders County distance
learning for job training.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to appoint Herb Lay as Misdemeanor Probation
Office for domestic violence to be paid from the arrest grant until the end
of the Grant in year 2005.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
30, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 30th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman
and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the Board.
The Board proceeded to audit County payroll claims in the amount of $296,656.27
and instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same
The Board proceeded to audit County Claims in the amount of $1,264,291.34, and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
Cindy Morgan, County Health Nurse met with the Board to discuss the upcoming
meeting & training schedule for the Tobacco grant.
Bill Naegeli, OEM Coordinator met with the Board to report on a fire incident
where electrical insulation was being burned.
The Board adjourned at 3:30 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
AUGUST
31, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, August 31st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of
the Board.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board this is the discuss a time
and place for a preliminary decision for Copper Meadows Subdivision. Miles noted
for the record that a set of covenants substantially the same as those filed
with Lake View II Subdivision have been presented and a copy is on file. In
addition, a letter of concern from Darrell Fried an adjacent landowner is noted
and put in the file. Miles read the conditions and notes as follows: 1) that
the current intersection of Lake View Road and Blue Slide Road be re-constructed
to county specifications along with the reconstruction of the east leg of the
intersection to provide adequate sight distance for the intersections, 2) that
this subdivision complies with the mitigation request of the Trout Creek Rural
Fire Department, 3) that the existing county road on the east property line
be cleared and reconstructed to County specifications as necessary to provide
adequate access for the lots fronting onto this road, 4) 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, 5) that the subdivision complies with
the design standards adopted by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality
for Water Supply Systems and Sewage Treatment Systems; and the Sanders county
Wastewater Regulations. Prior to Final Plat approval all lots less than 20 acres
in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under
76-4-101 et seq, MCA, 6) that this subdivision files a Waiver of the Right to
Protest a Rural Special Improvement District with the final plat, 7) that the
final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders county Subdivision
Regulations, Sanders county Wastewater Regulations and the laws and administrative
rules of the State of Montana and that 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, provide a method for maintenance of Lake View road must be established
and that a Home Owners Association must be formed prior too or concurrent with
Final Plat approval. Commissioner Laws moved for conditional preliminary approval
and adoption of the staffs' conditions, findings of fact and conclusions as
presented seconded by Commissioner Brooker and unanimously carried. Dan Miles
presented the preliminary minor plat of Trout Creek Fire Station #2 for preliminary
conditional approval. Miles read the conditions and finding of fact as follows:
1) that verification of a permit for a drive approach onto Highway 200 is provided
prior to final plat approval, 2) that the subdivision complies with the design
standards adopted by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality and the
Sanders County Wastewater Regulations. Prior to Final Plat approval all lots
less than 20 acres in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing
authority under 76-4-101 ET seq, MCA, 3) that the lot owners contact the Sanders
County Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed and Re-vegetation Plan before any
construction on the new lot and 4) 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. Commissioner Laws moved for
conditional preliminary approval and adoption of the staffs' conditions and
finding of fact as presented, seconded by Commissioner Brooker and unanimously
carried. Miles noted this is the time and place for a preliminary decision for
the Morton Subdivision, a second subdivision from a tract of record. Miles read
the conditions, finding of fact and conclusions for the Morton Subdivision as
follows: 1) that the road providing direct access for these lots be improved
to a minimum county standard along the frontage of this subdivision prior to
final plat approval. A maintenance agreement must be created for maintaining
this portion of Pine Ridge Road, 2) that legal access for use of Pine Ridge
Road is verified prior to final plat approval. This area will have only seasonal
access. Depending upon the situation this property may be required to comply
with the Kootenai National Forest Residential Access Policy. The Cabinet Ranger
Station in Trout Creek must be contacted to determine the legal status of the
access, 3) that the subdivision complies with the design standards adopted by
the Montana Department of Environmental Quality and the Sanders county Wastewater
Regulations. Prior to Final Plat approval all lots less than 20 acres in size
must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under 76-4-101
et seq, MCA, 4) that this subdivision files a Waiver of the Right to Protest
a Rural Special Improvement District with the final plat, 5) that the lot owners
contact the Sanders County Weed control Board fo A Noxious Weed and Re-vegetation
Plan before any construction on the lots, 6) 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 and that the purchasers
of lots in this project should be encouraged to perform "Firewise"
thinning prior to construction of the lots and that placed on the face of the
final plat should be "all utilities must be placed underground if feasible".
Commissioner Laws moved for preliminary approval and adoption of the staffs'
conditions, finding of fact and conclusions as presented, seconded by Commissioner
Brooker and unanimously carried.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to report that
there were no Title Search bids received. It was the consensus of the Board
to have Duane Meuchel and Bernice Robbins do searches as needed.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Brooker moved to adopt Resolution #2004-24 to amend the 2004-2005
budget for the Office of Emergency Management to provide for an unanticipated
increase in assistance (Original resolution in it's entirety is on file in the
Clerk & Recorder-Assessor's Office), seconded by Commissioner Laws, roll
call vote: Commissioner Brooker, aye; Commissioner Laws, aye and Commissioner
Patton, aye. Motion unanimously carried.
The Board adjourned at 4:00 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
01, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 1st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of
the Board. Commissioner, Patton left at 12:10 o'clock p.m. to meet on a subdivision
road issue for the Deemer Creek Area.
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; Suzanne
Cooperman; Bob Zimmerman; and Gene Arnold.
The Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending August 30,
2004 and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
It was the consensus of the Board to have Chairman, Patton sign the health insurance
out of pocket amendment.
The Board adjourned at 4:30 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
02, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 2nd at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of
the Board.
Cindy Morgan, County Health Nurse met with the Board to report on the investigation
regarding food poisoning and that it was not due to any local establishments
within the County.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The
Board viewed the David Thompson Bi-Centenial Kiosk Display location on the Courthouse
front lawn and approved it.
The Board adjourned at 1:30 o'clock p.m. for the County Fair.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
07, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 7th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the Board. Commissioner
Brooker was attending a meeting in Kalispell.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to present the preliminary
minor plat of Hampton Minor Subdivision for review and preliminary approval.
Miles presented the conditions and finding of fact for the Hampton Subdivision
as follows: 1) that all new drive approaches onto the county roads be permitted
by the county prior to any construction, 2) that the subdivision complies with
the design standards adopted by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality
and the Sanders County Wastewater Regulations. Prior to Final Plat approval
all lots less than 20 acres in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the
reviewing authority under 76-4-101 et seq, MCA, 3) that this subdivision files
a Waiver of the Right to Protest a Rural Special Improvement District with the
final plat, 4) 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,
5) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders
county Subdivision Regulations, Sanders County Wastewater Treatment Regulations,
Sanders County Floodplain Regulations, and the laws and administrative rules
of the State of Montana and that a note must be placed on the face of the final
plat that "all utilities must be placed underground if feasible",
lot 5 of this project may not have a site that is useable for a residential
building, given the road configurations, that the 100 year flood plain boundary
must be shown on the Final Plat and any further subdivision of these tracts
of record will require that an Environmental Assessment be submitted for review
(MCA 76-3-505), plus a public hearing may be required with further subdivision.
Commissioner Laws moved for conditional preliminary approval and adoption of
the staffs' conditions and finding of fact as presented, seconded by Commissioner
Patton the motion carried. Dan Miles presented the preliminary minor plat of
the Brayton Minor Subdivision for review and preliminary approval. Miles presented
the conditions and finding of fact for the Brayton Minor Subdivision as follows:
1) that a written easement be granted to Sanders County for an additional five
(5) feet of right-of-way for River Road West to establish a standard half-width
right-of-way (25 feet), 2) that the subdivision complies with the design standards
adopted by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality and the Sanders County
Wastewater Regulations. Prior to Final Plat approval all lots less than 20 acres
in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under
76-4-101 et seq, 3) that this subdivision files a Waiver of the Right to Protest
a Rural Special Improvement District with the final plat, 4) that the final
subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders county Subdivision
Regulations, Sanders County Wastewater Treatment Regulations, Sanders County
Floodplain Regulations, and the laws and administrative rules of the State of
Montana and that any further subdivision of these tracts of record will require
that an Environmental Assessment be submitted for review (MCA 76-3-505). There
also may be a public hearing required with further subdivision and that a note
must be placed on the face of the final plat that "all utilities must be
placed underground if feasible". Commissioner Laws moved for conditional
preliminary approval and adoption of the staffs' conditions and finding of fact
as presented, seconded by Commissioner Patton the motion carried.
Mike Hashisaki, Fair Manager reported to the Board that the Fair attendance
was strong the last two days. Not all of the receipts and expenses were in,
but it appears we had a financial success. He also discussed parking along the
county roads adjoining the Fair and safety issues.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney, Commissioner Patton and Commissioner Laws held
a telephone conference call with Commissioner Brooker to discuss a personnel
issue, therefore Commissioner Patton closed the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3)
MCA. Commissioner Brooker gave permission for Chairman Patton to use her signature
stamp to sign a document.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to have Chairman; Patton sign the Plains Airport
Improvement Project Number #99-01 drawdown request number three for $18,551.36.
The Board adjourned at 4:05 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
08, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 8th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the Board.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board to have Chairman, Patton sign the Clarks Peak
Verizon Wireless lease agreement for construction of radio facilities.
The Board adjourned at 11:30 o'clock a.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
09, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 9th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of
the Board. Commissioner Laws left at 1:30 p.m. to check Blue Slide Roadwork.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to present them with the
final plats for Coyote Meadows, Eagles Nest and Logan's Run Subdivisions for
final approval and signatures as all conditions and requirements of preliminary
approval have been satisfied. Commissioner Brooker moved for final plat approval
for the Coyote Meadows, Eagles Nest and Logan's Run Subdivisions, seconded by
Hank Laws and unanimously carried
The Board adjourned at 4:00 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
14, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 14th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of
the Board.
Dan Miles, County Planner met with the Board to discuss the following: airport
influence areas for the three county airports; Montana Association of Counties
request for our road GPS data; and relinquishment of the Hinchwood Easement.
Commissioner Laws moved that the Board relinquish all title and interest acquired
under the Hinchwood Grant of Easement dated August 2, 2004 filed for record
on august 17, 2004 as miscellaneous no. 5346, reception no. 257020 of Sanders
County records, seconded by Commissioner Brooker, roll call vote: Commissioner
Laws-aye, Commissioner Brooker-aye, Commissioner Patton-aye, the motion unanimously
carried.
The Board met with Jim Mershon, Louie LaRock, Mayor of Thompson Falls, Dan Bates,
Mayor of Town of Plains, and Nancy Beech to receive a presentation by Patty
Penny, Kootenai Valley Resource Initiative, Director and Dan Denning, County
Commissioner for Boundary County, Idaho on their organization structure, goals
and progress in dealing with natural resource management. Boundary County has
the Kootenai River, flood plains, Forest Service and private lands that require
multiple agencies input and coordination. The Kootenai Tribe furnishes the greatest
part of the Directors and other resource fundings for the KVRI program.
Brian Avery, Kootenai Forest Ranger, Trout Creek met with the Board to introduce
to them the new Plains District Lolo National Forest Ranger, Randy Hajem and
to discuss common concerns and new projects.
Cindy Morgan, County Health Nurse met with the Board to present them with a
Mineral County Women, Infants & Children (WIC) contract for their review
and to discuss a vaccination reaction in Plains.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Upon receiving a request from Marc Carsten's to terminate his lease with the
County for Parcel #3 of Thompson Falls Airport, miscellaneous #4142, Commissioner
Laws moved to accept Marc Carsten's request to relinquish his lease back to
the County effective immediately, seconded by Commissioner Brooker, roll call
vote: Commissioner Laws-aye, Commissioner Brooker-aye, Commissioner Patton-aye,
the motion carried unanimously.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
15, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 15th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of
the Board.
Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present the
Town of Plains Fiscal Year 2004-2005 mill levy. It was the consensus of the
Board to authorize the following mill levy for Fiscal Year 2004-2005: City-Town
Levy: Town of Plains #7860 131.832 mills. In addition, polling site van accessible
handicapped parking improvements were discussed as to their status of completion.
Dixie Nichols, Computer Coordinator and Steve Simonson, EDC met with the Board.
Discussed were the disposal of computer components and an additional e-mail
address for Mr. Simonson's office personnel.
John Halpop, Extension Agent and Weed Board Secretary met with the Board regarding
the Rush Skeleton Budget.
The Board recessed at 2:00 o'clock p.m. to attend a Solid Waste meeting.
The Board reconvened at 2:45 o'clock p.m.
The Board adjourned at 4:30 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
16, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana were scheduled to meet
in regular session on Thursday, September 16th at 10:00 a.m., but due to a lack
of quorum the meeting was cancelled.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
21, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 21st at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of
the Board.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director reported to the Board that Emanuel Friesz
was doing traffic counts on Blue County Road. In addition, road development
in an extended sub-division areas and county airport zoning in airport influence
areas were discussed. Commissioner Brooker left the meeting at 1:00 o'clock
p.m.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
Commissioner Laws moved to appoint Joel King as trustee to the Noxon Rural Fire
District for a term to expire May 2007, seconded by Commissioner Brooker, roll
call vote: Commissioner Laws-aye, Commissioner Brooker-aye, Commissioner Patton-aye,
the motion carried unanimously.
The Board met at 11:00 a.m. for the decision on the Sanders County Solid Waste
fee changes. Others in attendance were: Holly Sanders. Commissioner Laws moved
to accept the Sanders County Solid Waste Refuse Disposal District Advisory Board
recommendations for fee increases as follows: a drop charge of $25.00 per roll-off
container rental, when travel of a distance of over five miles is required an
additional charge of $1.50 per mile and for containers on the job for more than
7 days an additional charge of $1.00 per day, seconded by Commissioner Brooker,
roll call vote: Commissioner Laws-aye, Commissioner Brooker-aye, Commissioner
Patton-aye the motion carried unanimously.
The Board adjourned at 2:10 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
23, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana regularly scheduled
session for Thursday, September 23rd at 10:00 a.m. was cancelled due to a lack
of a quorum.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
SEPTEMBER
30, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, September 30th at 10:00 a.m. Present were J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker who joined the proceedings at 1:00 o'clock p.m.; and Pat Ingraham,
Clerk of the Board. Commissioner Laws was attending an Avista County Tour for
the day.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to present them with the
preliminary plat of Fryxell 2nd Minor Subdivision for review and preliminary
approval. Commissioner Brooker moved for preliminary approval and adoption of
the staffs' conditions and findings of fact as presented as follows: 1) that
a written easement be filed for the access road crossing over Tract 1, Tract
2 and a portion of the Baltz property. A road maintenance agreement must also
be filed with the final recordable documents; 2) that the private road is constructed
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. Any
variance from county road standards will require the submittal and approval
of a variance prior to final plat approval; 3) 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; 4) that a written easement
be granted to Sanders County for a standard right-of-way (60 feet) for McLaughlin
Creek Road on Tract 1 to establish road easements for right of way; and 5) that
this subdivision files a Waiver of the Right to Protest a Rural Special Improvement
District with the final plat; seconded by Commissioner Patton and unanimously
carried. Dan Miles presented the preliminary plat of Green Minor Subdivision
for review and preliminary approval. Commissioner Brooker moved moved for preliminary
approval and adoption of the staffs' conditions and findings of fact as presented
as follows: 1) that a written easement be granted to Sanders County for a sixty
(60 foot right-of-way easement to provide a standard right-of-way (60 feet)
for Pilgrim Creek; 2) 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; 3) that this subdivision files a Waiver of the Right to Protest a Rural
Special Improvement District with the final plat; and 4) that the final subdivision
shall comply with al requirements of the Sanders county Subdivision Regulations,
Sanders county Wastewater Regulations and the laws and administrative rules
of the State of Montana; seconded by Commission Patton and unanimously carried.
In addition, public hearing dates were set for the 2nd subdivision from at tract
of record on the 26th of October and Wednesday November 3rd set public hearing
for Evergreen Subdivision for November 10th at 4:00 o'clock p.m.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney and Pat Ingraham met with the Board regarding
House District #13 and #14 Legislative District boundaries and geographic inaccuracies.
In addition, reclamation and ownership of a gravel pit was discussed.
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The
County payroll claims, as examined and approved by Acting Chairman, Laws on
September 29th in the amount of $290,369.16 were audited by the Board and the
Clerk to was instructed to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of
the same Board proceeded to audit.
The Board proceeded to audit County Claims in the amount of $360,404.35 and
instructed the Clerk to draw warrants from respective funds in payment of the
same.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER
05, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, October 5th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of
the Board.
The Board met with County Attorney, Bob Zimmerman to discuss legislative voting
districts with Pat Ingraham. In addition, the nuisance law and personal property
obstructions on Cherry Creek Road were discussed.
The Board met with Mayor, Louie LaRock; Steve Simonson, SCCDC; and Bob Zimmerman,
County Attorney to discuss the following: the Brownfields Training Seminar that
Simonson had attended, the Brownfield procedure that might be used on environmentally
impacted areas in Sanders County, regional site assessments and that grant funding
may be available. Commissioner Brooker moved to hold a hearing on November 4,
2004 at 7:00 o'clock p.m. for an assessment grant, seconded by Commissioner
Laws with roll call vote: Commissioner Brooker-aye, Commissioner Laws-aye and
Commissioner Patton-aye, the motion carried unanimously.
Dianne Rummel, Clerk of District Court met with the Board to discuss a personnel
matter whereas, as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed the meeting
to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
Carol Turk, Treasurer-Supt of Schools; Kathy McEldery, Supt of School Accounting;
and Pat Ingraham, Clerk & Recorder-Assessor met with the Board to present
the 2004-2005 fiscal year school levies and to discuss the Sanders County Educational
Security Cooperative. Commissioner Brooker motioned to accept the State and
County Equalization monies and local school levies as presented, seconded by
Commissioner Laws, roll call vote: Commissioner Brooker-aye, Commissioner Laws-aye,
Commissioner, Patton-aye, motion carried unanimously. The 2004-2005 school levies
are as follows:
COUNTY LEVIES ELEMENTARY HIGH SCHOOL COUNTYWIDE
General
Fund Basic 33.00 22.00 55.00
Sanders Retirement 23.320 14.130 37.450
Sanders Transportation 6.927
Sanders County Mills 56.320 36.130 99.377
Statewide Mills 40.000
Total: 138.826
SCHOOLS TOTAL LEVIES
PLAINS ELEMENTARY 115.26
PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL 72.78
PARADISE ELEMENTARY 78.28
THOMPSON FALLS ELEMENTARY 84.88
THOMPSON FALLS HIGH SCHOOL 57.58
DIXON ELEMENTARY 80.53
NOXON ELEMENTARY/ HERON 76.32
NOXON HIGH SCHOOL 49.99
TROUT CREEK ELEMENTARY 57.16
HOT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY 134.72
HOT SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL 88.30
CAMAS PRAIRIE 99.15
CHARLO ELEMENTARY 103.25
CHARLO HIGH SCHOOL 71.11
ARLEE ELEMENTARY 102.70
ARLEE HIGH SCHOOL 61.26
ROUTINE
COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
The
Board examined the Claims Approval List for the period ending September 30,
2004 and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
The Board signed the quarterly reports for the office of the Clerk and Recorder
and the Clerk of District Court and instructed the Clerk to file said quarterlies.
The Board sent a letter to the U.S. Forest Service agreeing to relinquish it's
interest in a public road easement for Pilgrim Creek Road No. 149, located in
Township 26 North, Range 33 West, Section 24 (E ½ SE ¼) previously
granted to Sanders County by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER
06, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, October 6th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Carol Brooker and Harold L. Laws, Commissioners; and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of
the Board.
Bob Zimmerman, County Attorney met with the Board to discuss: the Dixon Search
& Rescue lease, dog bite issue and if you can require a rabies vaccination
and a personnel issue, whereas, as presiding officer, Commissioner Patton closed
the meeting to the public per 2-3-203(3) MCA.
Joe Kaye, Cherry Creek Resident was not on the agenda but requested to meet
with the Board to discuss stray livestock and discharging of firearm problems.
Pat Ingraham, Election Administrator met with the Board to designate the polling
places within each voting precinct. It was the unanimous decision of the Board
to designate the polling places within each voting precinct wherein the November
2, 2004 General Election is to be held as follows:
PRECINCT NO. NAME POLLING SITE
Precinct No. 1 Heron Heron Community Center, Accinc.
Precinct No. 2 Noxon Emergency Services Building, Acc.
Precinct No. 3 Trout Creek Trout Creek School, Accinc.
Precinct No. 4 Whitepine Grangehall, Acc.
Precinct No. 5 Thompson Falls Thompson Falls Community Center, Acc.
Precinct No. 6 Plains Plains High School, Acc.
Precinct No. 7 Hot Springs Hot Springs Senior Center, Acc.
Precinct No. 8 Paradise Paradise Clubhouse, Acc.
Precinct No. 9 Camas Prairie Hot Springs Senior Center, Acc.
Precinct No. 10 Dixon Dixon Senior Center, Acc.
Pat Ingraham, Election Administrator met with the Board to appoint election
judges for the November 2, 2004 General Election. It was the unanimous decision
of the Board to appoint the Judges of each precinct to conduct the November
2, 2004 General Election as follows:
PRECINCT
#1 - HERON
*Trudy
Koeneman Melissa Dunn Bertha Jo Lunnen
Deborah Lyman Nellie Jo McLinden Sara Lou Springer
PRECINCT
#2 - NOXON
*
Sharon Larkin Clara R. Gobble Charlotte Higbee
Nancy Howarth Eldora Stobie Joyce Hilt
Teresa Nelson (Alternate)
PRECINCT
#3 - TROUT CREEK
*Shirley
A. McLinden Linda Keister Karen Rasor
Liz Hudson Sharon Tessier Terrie Lukes
PRECINCT
#4 - WHITEPINE
*Pat
Austin Gail Brown Margaret Carlson
Grace Chema Helen Meadows Cyndie Wilby
PRECINCT
#5 - THOMPSON FALLS
*
Phyllis Craddick Joyce LaFriniere Janet Jorgenson
Linde Pavlik Marilyn Vaught Sandra Friesz
Darlene Willhite Melinda Via (Alternate)
PRECINCT #6 - PLAINS
*
Doris Larson Deanna Anthony Patricia Nelson
Peggy Garrison Carolyn Jones Linda Bursell
Jane Bates Judith Wooley (Alternate)
PRECINCT
#7 & 9 - HOT SPRINGS
*Jeannine
Woods Beverly Bangen Janis Morigeau
Marvel Marrinan Carolyn Woods Traci Salmi
Julie White Geraldine Detienne (Alternate)
PRECINCT
#8 - PARADISE
*
Shirley Terrell Karvel Pickering Nellie Jean Peterson
June Sanks Susan Snead Judith Stephens
Karen Willoughby (Alternate)
PRECINCT
#10 - DIXON
*Faye
Pitts Delene Tufly Anna Hamann
Allene Cole Sharon Cole
CENTRAL
TABULATING SYSTEM JUDGES OF ELECTION
Barb
Laws Sandra Cullen Judy Leufkens
Linda Rocheleau Myrtle Newell Cheryl Godfrey
Lynne Burns Brenda Franck Lisa Wadsworth
Roni Wright
OBSERVATION
BOARD MEMBERS
Brenda
Franck Louie LaRock Lynne Burns
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus to the Board to sign the State-Tribal Cooperative Mutual
Aid Agreement for Provision of Emergency Services between the between the Confederated
Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Reservation, Lake county, Montana
and Sanders County, Montana.
The Board examined the County's Cash Report for the period ending September
30, 2004 and instructed the Clerk to file said list.
Carol Turk, Treasurer-Supt of Schools; Kathy McEldery, Supt of School Accounting
met with the Board to amend the Sanders County Transportation 2004-2005 fiscal
year levy. Commissioner Brooker motioned to amend Sanders County Transportation
2004-2005 fiscal year levy as presented, seconded by Commissioner Laws, roll
call vote: Commissioner Brooker-aye, Commissioner Laws-aye, Commissioner, Patton-aye,
motion carried unanimously. The 2004-2005 Sanders County Transportation levy
is as follows: 6.376.
The Board adjourned at 4:15 p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER
07, 2004
The Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana
met in regular session on Thursday, October 7th at 10:00 a.m. Present were:
Harold Laws, Acting Chairman; and Carol Brooker, Commissioner and Pat Ingraham,
Clerk of the Board. Commissioner Patton was attending the Tri State Water Quality
Meeting and joined the proceedings at 1:16 o'clock p.m.
ROUTINE COUNTY BUSINESS AS FOLLOWS:
It was the consensus of the Board for the Chairman to sign the Sheriff Departments
Quarterly report for the period ending September 30, 2004 and order said report
filed.
It was the consensus of the Board to place an invitation to bid for crushing
of rock and gravel material for Road District No. 2 as follows: sealed bids
for crushing of rock gravel material for Road District No. 2 and will be received
by the District, at the Sanders County Courthouse, Thompson Falls, Montana or
mailed in c/o Board of County Commissioners, P.O. Box 519, Thompson Falls, Montana
59873 until 11:00 a.m. local time on the 27th day of October, 2004, and then
publicly opened and read aloud. The bid shall be in a plain envelope clearly
marked "District No.2 Crushed Gravel Bid". The District seeks to crush
rock material located near Camas Prairie, Montana. Ten Thousand (10,000) Cubic
Yards of ¾ inch gravel at the Heath Big Gulch Road Side Pit Section 5,
Township 20 North, Range 23 West. Delivery date: Crushing operations must be
completed on or before December 10, 2004. Each bid or proposal must be accompanied
by a Certified Check, Cashier's Check, or Bib Bond payable to Sanders County,
in an amount not less than 10 percent (10%) of the total amount of the bid.
Successful BIDDERS shall furnish an approved Performance Bond in the amount
of one hundred percent (100%) of the contract amount. No bid may be withdrawn
after the scheduled time for the public opening of bids, which is 11:00 a.m.
local time on October 27, 2004. The right is reserved by the County to reject
any or all proposals received, to waive informalities, to postpone the award
or the contract for a period of not to exceed ninety (90) days, and to accept
the lowest responsive and responsible bid which is in the best interest of the
County and the Road District.
The Board adjourned at 1:45 o'clock p.m.
_______________________________
J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER
12, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana met in regular session
on Thursday, October 12th at 10:00 a.m. Present were: J. Gail Patton, Chairman;
Harold Laws and Carol Brooker, Commissioners and Pat Ingraham, Clerk of the
Board.
Chairman Patton noted time and place for the public hearing on Johnston's Subdivisions.
Chairman Patton called the hearing to order at 10:00 o'clock a.m. Present were:
Chairman Patton, Commissioner Brooker, Commissioner Laws, Dan Miles, Land Services
Director and Kathy Logan, Rocky Mountain Surveyors Representative. Kathy Logan
presented the Johnson's Subdivision, a two lot 2nd subdivision from tract of
record. Dan Miles presented the staffs' conditions and findings of fact as follows:
1) that the permit from MDOT for a drive approach onto Highway 28 be verified
prior to final plat approval, 2) that the lot owners contact the Sanders County
Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed and Revegetation Plan before any construction
on the lots, 3) that the subdivision complies with the design standards adopted
by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality and the Sanders County Wastewater
Regulations. Prior to Final Plat approval all lots less than 20 acres in size
must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under 76-4-101
et seq, MCA and 4) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements
of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, Sanders County Wastewater Regulations,
and the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana. Being no further
comment the Chairman closed the hearing. Commissioner Brooker moved for preliminary
approval of the Johnson's Subdivision, a two lot 2nd subdivision from a tract
of record and adoption of the staffs' conditions and findings of fact as presented,
seconded by Commissioner Laws and unanimously carried.
Dan Miles, Land Services Director met with the Board to present them with the
preliminary plat of Graham Subdivision 2nd Filing for review and preliminary
approval. Commissioner Brooker moved for preliminary approval and adoption of
the staffs' conditions and findings of fact as presented as follows: 1) that
a no-access easement be established on the White Pine Creek Road frontage of
these lots with the agreed upon exceptions creating shared driveway approaches
onto White Pine Creek Road, 2) that the fire protection section of the subdivision
regulations and the requirements of the Trout Creek Rural Fire Department be
satisfied prior to final plat approval, 3) 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, 4) that this subdivision files a Waiver of the
Right to Protest a Rural Special Improvement District with the final plat and
5) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements of the Sanders
County Subdivision Regulations, Sanders County Wastewater Regulations, and the
laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana. In addition, it was noted
that any further subdivision of this tract of record will require that an Environmental
Assessment be submitted for review (MCA 76-3-505), there would also be a Public
Hearing required with further subdivision and Tract D will require a permit
from the Bonniville Power Authority for a permit to construct a driveway. Commissioner
Laws moved for preliminary approval of the Graham Minor Subdivision 2nd Filing
and adoption of the staffs' conditions, findings of fact and notes as presented,
seconded by Commissioner Brooker and unanimously carried.
Dan Miles presented the Board with the preliminary minor plat of Constantino
Minor Subdivision for review and preliminary approval. Commissioner Brooker
moved for preliminary approval and adoption of the staffs' conditions and findings
of fact as presented as follows: 1) that the private road is constructed 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, 2)
that the fire protection section of the subdivision regulations and the requirements
of the Thompson Falls Rural Fire Department be satisfied prior to final plat
approval, 3) that a permit from Montana Department of Transportation (MDOT)
for a drive approach onto Highway 200 be verified prior to final plat approval,
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, 5) that the
subdivision complies with the design standards adopted by the Montana Department
of Environmental Quality and the Sanders County Wastewater Regulations. Prior
to Final Plat approval all lots less than 20 acres in size must be approved
by the Montana DEQ as the reviewing authority under 76-4-101 et seq, MCA, 3)
that this subdivision files a Waiver of the Right to Protest a Rural Special
Improvement District with the final plat and 4) that the final subdivision shall
comply with all requirements of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations,
Sanders County Wastewater Regulations, and the laws and administrative rules
of the State of Montana, seconded by Commissioner Laws and unanimously carried.
Commissioner Patton noted that it was 10:30 o'clock a.m. and was the time and
the place for the Public Hearing for the Beaver Creek Subdivision and the hearing
was hearing by called to order. Present for the hearing were: Dan Miles, Land
Services Director; Commissioner Patton, Commissioner Brooker and Commissioner
Laws. Dan Miles, Land Services Director presented the Beaver Creek Subdivision,
he noted that this was a split of a 30 acre tract into two fifteen acre lots
and presented the staff's conditions and findings of fact as follows: 1) ) that
the lot owners contact the Sanders County Weed Control Board for A Noxious Weed
and Revegetation Plan before any construction on the lots, 2) that the subdivision
complies with the design standards adopted by the Montana Department of Environmental
Quality and the Sanders County Wastewater Regulations. Prior to Final Plat approval
all lots less than 20 acres in size must be approved by the Montana DEQ as the
reviewing authority under 76-4-101 et seq, MCA, 3) that this subdivision files
a Waiver of the Right to Protest a Rural Special Improvement District with the
final plat and 4) that the final subdivision shall comply with all requirements
of the Sanders County Subdivision Regulations, Sanders County Wastewater Regulations,
and the laws and administrative rules of the State of Montana. Commissioner
Laws
moved for preliminary approval and adoption of the staffs' conditions and findings
of fact as presented, seconded by Commissioner Brooker and unanimously carried.
Gail Patton, Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners called the Public
Hearing for BKP - RV Park to order at 4:00 p.m. Present were: Commissioner Patton,
Commissioner Brooker, Commissioner Laws, Dan Miles, Land Services Director;
Rick Hagedorn, Surveyor; Mary Taylor, Shawn D. Rowling, James E. Gordon and
Mark L. Sullivan. Rick Hagedorn of Hagadorn Inc. presented the project. There
will be 15 R.V. parking spaces and 6 cabins. The project will be served by a
public water and an on-site waste disposal system. Commissioner Laws wanted
to know if an R.V. dump station was planned. Mr. Hagedorn said not at this time.
Mr. Sullivan asked about the drain field drawing. In addition, Mr. Sullivan
also had a question regarding water supplies and quality. Mr. Roland noted that
the mixing area appeared on the adjacent properties and that Mr. Sullivan has
the prior right to water. Staff recommended that an indefinite delay be granted
by the applicant to allow time to resolve conflicts between the proposed project
and the recorded covenants for the property and to read the letter from Dane
Oliver, adjacent property owner (on file in Land Services). Mr. Hagedorn noted
that the letter of extension has been provided and is on file in Land Services.
Commissioner Brooker moved to continue the hearing until the covenants issued
is resolved, seconded by Commissioner Laws and unanimously carried. The Public
Hearing was closed.
Gene Arnold, Sheriff met with the Board to discuss the possibility that the
County would pay for his attorney bill when a recall petition was initiated
against him. The Board took his request under advisement.
Tootie Welker, Sanders County Coalition of Families (SCCF) Director; met with
the Board to discuss Memorandum of Understandings (M.O.U) with the Towns of
Hot Springs and Plains for the Arrest Grand and scheduling a meeting for November
10, 2004.
Cindy Morgan, County Health Nurse met with the Board to discuss the shortage
of flu vaccine for county residents and the need to ration it for those in the
most risk of having the worst consequences if they got the flu. It was also
noted that high-risk people should be vaccinated for meningitis.
The Board adjourned at 5:00 o'clock p.m.
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J. Gail Patton, Chairman
ATTEST:
By:__________________________, Clerk of the Board
Pat Ingraham
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PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
SANDERS COUNTY, MONTANA
OCTOBER
13, 2004
The
Board of County Commissioners of Sanders County, Montana regular session on
Thursday, October 13th was cancelled due t
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