Minutes: Board of Commission Meeting, 07/03/2002 COUNTY COMMISSIONER CHAIR BRIAN D. COLE
COUNTY COMMISSIONER HOWARD C. BRITTON COUNTY COMMISSIONER TIM L. KERNS
The Baker County Board of Commissioners met for the July 3, 2002 Commission Session. Present were Commission Chair Brian D. Cole, Commissioner Howard C. Britton, Commissioner Tim L. Kerns, and Interim Administrative Officer Mark Bennett.
Citizen's Participation:
Richard Langrell, owner of the Welcome Inn was present. Mr. Langrell stated that it had been eleven days since he had received a packet from the City of Baker City stating that the County had passed a countywide transient room tax. Mr. Langrell stated that this had been the first time he had heard about it. Mr. Langrell stated that apparently there were notices in the newspaper, however, he had not seen them. Mr. Langrell stated that the 7% tax would completely devastate his business. In the last two days he had attempted to collect the tax and 12 groups had refused to pay it and left. Mr. Langrell presented the Commissioners with paperwork detailing what his hotel makes. Mr. Langrell went into detail on the increases now being placed on his business, i.e.: sewer and water rates, no longer being able to receive a kick back from being in the Enterprise Zone, electric rates, and insurance. Mr. Langrell stated that the motel industry was not doing very well since the terrorist attacks. Many larger corporations were being foreclosed upon such as Shilo Inn. Mr. Langrell added that his motel was the only one that was going to be affected by the tax. It was one reason that he had built outside of the city limits was so that he would be exempt from the city tax. Mr. Langrell requested that the Commissioners reconsider the motel tax and to get rid of the ordinance. Mr. Langrell stated that he wished that he could have attended the meetings. As soon as he found out, he had been in contact with Commissioner Britton, Commissioner Cole and County Counsel. Mr. Langrell added that with the tax he could not see anyway that he could stay in business.
Commissioner Britton questioned if Mr. Langrell had a subscription to the Baker City Herald. Mr. Langrell stated yes, but that he did not read the legal notices or the articles.
Commissioner Cole stated his appreciation to Mr. Langrell for taking the initiative to build the Welcome Inn. Commissioner Cole gave the history on how the countywide transient room tax came before the Commission. The tax was not initiated by the County. Six of the outlying incorporated cities had come before the Board of Commissioners stating that they supported the tax. The decision by the Commissioners was made by how many responses were made, putting notices in the paper, and the newspaper articles.
Mr. Langrell stated that the tax was originally a voluntary tax. The motels in Baker City agreed to a $0.50 tax per room, then a $1.00 per room and then it was a percentage. The tax was used to create the Visitor and Convention Bureau to promote Baker County. The City of Baker City saw the fund as a potential source of revenue. Mr. Langrell stated that the City of Baker City and the Chamber started “stealing” the funds, therefore the Visitor and Convention Bureau had no money to run effectively upon. The City of Baker City takes 25% of the fund to pay for economic development, and now the Chamber had basically done away with the V&C and have taken the entire funding. Mr. Langrell stated that he hoped the organization would work, but doubted that it would.
Bruce Nichols, who accompanied Mr. Langrell, questioned if the Commissioners had thoroughly researched the legality of the tax. How could it be possible to selectively tax one business within the County? County Counsel Sarah Hilderbrand stated that the tax would cover county parks, bed and breakfasts’, state parks, federal parks, and RV parks. There are numerous counties that currently have the countywide transient room tax. Ms. Hilderbrand stated that she had looked at eight to ten different countywide transient room taxes.
Mr. Nichols questioned why the Commissioner’s chose to approve the tax when the economic climate was so bad. Commissioner Cole responded that the County was serving only as an entity by which the transaction took place. The County would see no benefit in terms of receiving additional revenue from the tax. Commissioner Cole compared it to how the recent airport levy was done. A movement went before the Board of Commissioners, supported by all of the cities except by Huntington. All of the support heard by the Commissioners was positive.
Mr. Langrell stated that he had had a previous conversation with Commissioner Cole about the tax and that Commissioner Cole knew that he was not in favor of it. Mr. Langrell felt that because he was the only one that was going to be affected by it, that it would not have been difficult to call him about the meetings. He realized that it was in the paper, but he did not read it.
Commissioner Cole questioned if there was an option to exempt Mr. Langrell’s business from the tax. Ms. Hilderbrand stated that she would have to investigate.
Mr. Langrell stated that he would like to see the Commissioner’s just do away with the entire tax.
Commissioner Britton stated that given the fact that the County held two public hearings, and there were numerous articles in the papers, that he did not see a reason to rescind the ordinance.
Commissioner Kerns stated that the tax was designed by citizens outside of the room with the intentions of creating additional business—Mr. Langrell’s case was the first that he had heard that it was not going to do just that.
Mr. Langrell mentioned that the Sumpter flea market’s attendance was down last year due to the Chamber not advertising—they told him they were too busy.
Commissioner Cole clarified that that comment was stated by the previous administration. Commissioner Cole stated that Baker County Unlimited was looking at doing aggressive marketing this year with TV ads, prints, etc. Mr. Langrell stated that the only establishment that it was working for was the Best Western. As far renting rooms out, the business is not spread out. Commissioner Cole offered his regrets that the marketing was not benefiting Mr. Langrell’s business as much as it was with other.
Mr. Langrell added that he had received a phone call from Tony Sowers regarding a questionnaire on the transient room tax, but had never received it.
Commissioner Kerns questioned if Mr. Langrell had had the opportunity to visit with the new Baker County Unlimited administration. Mr. Langrell stated that he had, but they were currently formulating their operations. Commissioner Kerns suggested that Mr. Langrell get in on the ground floor and see how it could work for him. Mr. Langrell replied that he would not be able to pay the tax, that he would have to take it out of his profits, not leaving enough for his family to live on.
Commissioner Cole closed by stating that he was very empathetic to Mr. Langrell’s position, but did not see the Board of Commissioners revisiting the decision. Commissioner Kerns suggested that Mr. Langrell become a significant player in Baker County Unlimited so that it could work for him as well.
Review/Approval of Minutes:Commissioner Britton moved to approve the June 19, 2002 Commission Session minutes. Commissioner Kerns seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Kerns moved to approve the June 26, 2002 Special Session minutes. Commissioner Britton seconded the motion. Commissioner Cole abstained as he was not at the June 26, 2002 session. Motion passed two to zero. Additions to the Agenda:
*Request from Management
*Burn Season Order for 2002
*Drought Declaration
*Baker/Morrow Regional Partnership Grant
Documents to be Signed: National Guard Armory Intergovernmental Agreement: The intergovernmental agreement was tabled until additional staff time could be spent on it.
Ratification of Documents: Blue Mountain Lease Agreement: The agreement would be a 10-year lease between Baker County and BMCC for their occupancy of 2,900 square feet of space in the armory beginning at the time that the armory is operational at the cost of $2,000 per month (including an inflationary clause that would be reviewed every three years). Agreement was tabled until a break in the agenda could be found.
Documents to be Signed: Order No. 2002-167: Appointing a member to the Weed Control Board. Arnie Grammon, Director of the Baker County Weed Department had given his recommendation to appoint Ted Bloomer, of Durkee, to the Board. Commissioner Kerns moved to approve Order No. 2002-167 appointing Ted Bloomer to the Baker County Weed Control Board. Commissioner Britton seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Order No. 2002-166: Appointing a member to the Baker County Museum Commission. The order would reappoint John Fuzi. Commissioner Britton moved to approve Order No. 2002-166 appointing John Fuzi to the Baker County Museum Commission. Commissioner Cole seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Pioneer Bank Account Signature Card: Commissioner Britton moved to sign the signature card for Pioneer Bank. Commissioner Kerns seconded the motion. Discussion: Commissioner Cole stated that in addition to the County Clerk, the signature card would allow the County Commissioners to sign checks. Motion carried unanimously.
Scheduled Business: Public Hearing: Bowers’ Planning Commission Appeal:
Commissioner Cole opened the public hearing at 10:03 a.m.
Commissioner Cole requested that a staff report be given. Planning Director Mark Bennett stated that the hearing was to determine if the Baker County Planning Commission erred in affirming the denial of a building permit for a lot of record by the Baker County Planning Director. This is a record review only; no new testimony would be accepted at that point. The applicant had requested that the Baker County Board of Commissioners overturn the decision by the Planning County Planning Director, which was affirmed by the Baker County Planning Commission. It is a record review only; no new testimony would be received. Mr. Bennett stated that on April 16, 2002 the applicant requested that the Baker County Planning Department issue a lot of record building permit for the above parcel. A search of the records in the Baker County Planning Department, previous oral statements, and submitted documents from the applicant indicated that an approved lot of record did not exist. After determination of this fact, the Planning Director denied the application. On May 23, 2002 the Baker County Planning Commission, meeting as an appeal board, determined through oral testimony of the Planning Director and the applicant, that the parcel was not an approved lot of record. It was also determined that the previous owner had been denied a lot of record for the parcel in a hearing before the Baker County Planning Commission on May 22, 1997. The Baker County Planning Commission found that the Baker County Planning Director did not error in the denial of an issue of a building permit for lot of record. Mr. Bennett stated that the applicant’s in the appeal and their supporting statements refer to the issue of denial of the lot of record by the Baker County Planning Commission May 22, 1997. The issue was not a question of the appeal and may not be reviewed at this time as the appeal period has passed. Mr. Bennett stated that the applicant’s lacked standing and the action was not a denial of a request of a lot of record. No information would be reviewed regarding this issue.
Commissioner Cole asked about the limited range regarding public testimony. Mr. Bennett stated that the question would be better directed to County Counsel. County Counsel Sarah Hilderbrand stated that under the zoning ordinance, one person from each party would be a representative to present their argument. Each person needed to keep their arguments to the record. There would be no additional public testimony besides the appellants.
Ms. Bowers stated that she would speak, but questioned if she could consult with a family member. Ms. Hilderbrand stated that only one could be the representative to argue the case, but that she could consult. Commissioner Cole reiterated that Ms. Bower’s testimony needed to stay within the range of what the Commissioners’ could consider. Commissioner Cole requested that should the testimony move outside of the borders, that staff make the Commissioners aware.
Ms. Bowers stated that they were asking for continuance of the appeal until the next scheduled County Commissioners meeting. The minutes of the May 23 hearing were incomplete. When they spoke with Cheree Murrin on June 26 about the minutes and tapes, she told Ms. Bowers that she accidentally erased the tapes but assured Ms. Bowers the minutes would be word for word. Ms. Bowers stated that she had delivered a letter to Brian Cole contesting the minutes and asked that he look into the matter. The County has lost two separate sets of tapes regarding the date of creation. This is public information and the records of two Planning Commission hearings once on May 22, 1997 when the tapes disappeared, and again on May 23, 2002 when Cheree erased the Planning Commission tapes. Ms. Bowers stated that it seemed more like a coincidence for it to happen two times all regarding the same issue of the date of creation. Ms. Bowers stated that she felt that the hearing should not go forward until the issue of the incomplete minutes was resolved.
Commissioner Cole clarified that what Ms. Bowers was seeking was a continuance of the decision that the Board of Commissioners would make on her appeal. Ms. Bowers agreed.
Ms. Bowers asked if a decision needed to be made or if further information needed to be provided.
Ms. Hilderbrand stated that the Commissioners would need to decide if they were going to continue the hearing one way or the other. Ms. Hilderbrand stated that it was unfortunate that the tapes were erased, however Ms. Murrin had stated that it was an accident. Technically, public meetings were not required to be tape recorded and minutes are not required to be verbatim.
Ms. Bowers stated that they felt Ms. Murrin should have had the minutes transcribed somewhere because she told Ms. Bowers they would word for word. On the areas that they are contesting, Ms. Bowers felt that she should be able to fill in the blanks.
Ms. Hilderbrand stated that minutes were not typically transcribed unless there was a request pursuant to litigation or something of that nature, but otherwise the minutes were prepared to get the “meat” of the issues, and how things were voted on.
Ms. Bowers stated that there were whole areas that were deleted and felt that they should be included.
Ms. Hilderbrand stated that if that was the issue, than Ms. Bowers would need to go the Planning Commission as they are the ones that approve the minutes. The Board of Commissioners have nothing to do with the Planning Commission minutes. The Planning Commission could either agree or say no on what was in the minutes. Ms. Bowers stated that the Planning Department actually wrote the minutes. Ms. Hilderbrand stated that the Planning Commission were the ones that reviewed and approved them. They were the ones that would make any changes to the minutes if they thought there are changes to be made. The Planning Department cannot change the minutes. They type them up and submit them to the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission reviews and determines if there are errors, emissions, etc. and then they adopt them.
Commissioner Cole reiterated that the matter at hand was the request for a continuance.
Commissioner Britton stated that if there is a question on the minutes, and he agrees with Ms. Hilderbrand, that Ms. Bowers could go back to the Planning Commission and get the minutes clarified, that is the only avenue that they have at this point. There were no tapes to verify what was said. The Planning Commission can, if they choose, amend the minutes and bring them back to us. The hearing could be continued past the next planning Commission meeting if they have time to do that at that time.
Mr. Bennett stated that the minutes really had no relevance to the record review. Is merely whether or not a lot of record exists and whether or not the Planning Director erred on that. We can continue this, but it will not have relevance as to the matter before the Board of Commissioners. It will not change the factual basis of what had happened.
Commissioner Britton stated that he was confused on what record the Board of Commissioners was to review. Commissioner Britton assumed that part of the record would be the minutes. Mr. Bennett stated that the next Planning Commission meeting would be June 25. Commissioner Cole moved to continue appeal until the August 7, 2002 commission session at 10:00 a.m. Ms. Bowers asked if it was her responsibility to now go to the Planning Commission to contact someone to contest the minutes. Commissioner Cole stated that it would be best to direct the question to Mr. Bennett or Ms. Hilderbrand in terms of procedure. Commissioner Britton seconded the motion. Discussion: Commissioner Kerns stated that he was somewhat confused on what exactly needed to be done. Was the issue on the minutes, or the lot of record? Ms. Hilderbrand stated that Ms. Bowers would like to see the minutes clarified, as they had some issues with the minutes and they could take that up with the Planning Commission and get the minute squared away before they came before the Board of Commissioners for the appeal. Ms. Hilderbrand stated that the matter before the Board of Commissioners was to decide whether or not to continue the hearing until after the Planning Commission had a chance to meet and hear Ms. Bowers’ concerns. Ms. Bowers agreed that that was correct. Motion carried unanimously.
Ms. Hilderbrand advised that Ms. Bowers not communicate with the Board of Commissioners as they were in the position of hearing the case, otherwise they would have to excuse themselves from hearing the appeal and making a decision.
Discussion was held around what procedure the Bowers’ needed to follow in order to present their concerns to the Planning Commission.
Additions to the Agenda: Drought Declaration: Emergency Manager Mark Bennett provided the minutes of the Farm Service Agency’s Emergency Committee. After review of the data, it was determined that range was down 40%, pasture was down 30%, and alfalfa and hay was down 35%, etc. The drought and sever winter conditions had affected, out of 920 commercial farmers/ranchers, 100 of them. They are suffering loses of 60-69%. The Farm Services Agency’s Emergency Committee has recommended that the Board of Commissioners declare a local disaster. This would entitle farmers/ranchers emergency funding for wells, and emergency water. In addition, Baker County will only be receiving an additional 50% of normal water delivery in the upper Powder Valley system, and that is optimistic. Mr. Bennett stated that should the Commissioner’s move forward with the declaration, they would then ask that Governor Kitzhaber declare a state of emergency in Baker County and subsequently request that the Secretary of Agriculture provide economic assistance. Commissioner Kerns moved to declare a local disaster based on the weather pattern that Baker County is having. Commissioner Cole seconded the motion. Discussion: Commissioner Cole asked if the neighboring counties had made similar decisions. Mr. Bennett stated that Union was considering it, and Malheur County was reviewing their data. Motion carried unanimously.
Commission on Children and Families Contracts:
Judy Barzee, Office Manager for Commission on Children and Families was present to discuss the contracts. Ms. Barzee stated that all five contracts were in their second year of funding. Funding for 11 programs was awarded last fall. If the parties abide by all of the conditions, then CCF awards funds for the second year. The amounts this year are more due to the fact that the contracts will be for an entire year. Last year the contracts were not as they began in October. Ms. Barzee stated that the contract for the School Based Health Center helped to fund two positions. The contract with May Day was for funding of the director’s salary. The contract with the Eastern Oregon Head Start was for the 2nd biennium of funding. Ms. Barzee stated that the Eastern Oregon Head Start program was a summer program for kids that needed more help before Kindergarten. Ms. Barzee stated that the classes are always full. The contract with the Juvenile Department is through CCF’s youth investment grant. They contract with the Juvenile Department to perform intake and assessment. They serve at-risk children between the ages of 11 and 18 years old. The contract with the Teen Adventure Camp was with Sheryl Chandler in Pine Valley. Ms. Barzee stated that a large portion of the grant goes towards tuition for the kids to take the ropes course.
Commissioner Kerns questioned if the grants were all state funds. Ms. Barzee stated that the grants were comprised of a variety of funds, some were even federal dollars. Commissioner Kerns asked if Mr. Barzee had insight to how legislation was going. Ms. Barzee stated that it looked sketchy, but they hoped to get fully funded. Commissioner Britton moved to approve the contracts between CCF and the following: School Based Health Center, May Day, Eastern Oregon Head Start, the Juvenile Department, and the Teen Adventure Camp. Commissioner Kerns seconded the motion. Discussion: Commissioner Britton stated that all of the contracts were contingent upon the funding being there. Motion carried unanimously.
Addition to the Agenda: Order No. 2002-168: Burn Season Permit for 2002: Executive Assistant Robin Nudd recommended changing the effective date on the order to July 4, 2002 at 12:01 a.m. to allow the public time to receive notice. Commissioner Britton moved to approve Order No. 2002-168, Establishing the 2002 Burn Season Permit. Commissioner Kerns seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Scheduled Business: Recognition of Dave Clemens: The Baker County Board of Commissioners recognized Mr. Dave Clemens, Tri-County Weed Director for his outstanding contributions for Baker County and wished him well in his retirement. Commissioner Britton stated that without Mr. Clemens, Baker County would not have the program. Commissioner Kerns stated Mr. Clemens had made the Weed Department functional and as a producer, appreciated his efforts.
Commissioner Mike Hayward from Wallowa County was present and stated that Mr. Clemens’ passion for the County went beyond Baker County—it went as far as the tri-county effort and the tri-state effort. They are covering some pretty tough country and Mr. Clemens deserved a lot of credit for that.
Arnie Grammon, Director of the Baker County Weed Department, stated that he had worked with Mr. Clemens and known him for almost four years. Mr. Grammon stated his appreciation for Mr. Clemens’ professionalism, sincerity, and helpfulness.
Jerry Engstrom from the BLM was present stating that he and Mr. Clemens had know each other for years and would always appreciate his efforts.
Holly Sullens, a Baker County resident stated that she appreciated Mr. Clemens’ patience and was grateful for the knowledge that he had brought to the local people. Mr. Clemens had gone above and beyond the call of duty.
Roadmaster Ken Helgerson stated that he had always enjoyed having Mr. Clemens close to Road Department. Mr. Clemens was a real thinker and physical work didn’t scare him off.
Mr. Clemens closed by stating is appreciation for the county employees and the BLM. Mr. Clemens’ emphasized the Tri-County effort needed to keep going and that he would not be gone for good or very far away.
Scheduled Business: Update from Parole and Probation: Director of Parole and Probation Thom VanArtsdalen and Parole Officer Sherry Quigley were present. Mr. VanArtsdalen presented the Commissioners with statistics from the previous year. The numbers had increased much more quickly than they thought they would. In the 2000 year end, they had 185 offenders on formal supervision, in 2001, there were 209 on supervision. Cases have gone up and there is some responsibility that falls to the Commissioners. Mr. VanArtsdalen mentioned the D.A.’s Office, and the Sheriff’s Office. More people have been hired in these departments putting more pressure on the Parole and Probation Department. Mr. VanArtsdalen stated that an increase in staffing would have to be looked at in the next year or they were going to have a problem. They would like to start with a part-time person to assist with the administration of the office.
Mr. VanArtsdalen stated that the Indirect Supervision program was working very well. The offenders were being held accountable. As of today, there were 70 individuals in the program. Mr. VanArtsdalen stated that the Parole and Probation Officers spent a lot of time writing reports and/or giving oral reports to the court. Mr. VanArtsdalen stated that the Parole and Probation Office was beginning to monitor infectious disease cases as well as they were seeing them increase. Mr. VanArtsdalen recommended that the Commissioners look at increasing jail space and adding additional personnel.
Commissioner Kerns questioned how much supervision was given each individual. Mr. VanArtsdalen stated that each offender was assigned a level of supervision. Based upon the level that they are assigned determines how much staff time would be dedicated. For example, an individual under high level supervision would check in four times a month with evaluations done on a six-month period. At that time they would reconsider the level of supervision needed.
Mr. VanArtsdalen stated that the offenders were required to pay a fee for the supervision. Commissioner Cole asked for the amount. Mr. VanArtsdalen stated $30/month for formal supervision and $10/month for indirect supervision. These fees are set by statute.
Mr. VanArtsdalen commented on the service crew. The service crew can only perform work for non-profit agencies at no cost. Much of their time is spent in the outlying areas as the Snake River Correction Facility’s crew works in town. Mr. VanArtsdalen added the that the Transitional Housing was doing exactly what they designed it to do. It was providing a service that no other county in the state was doing. Umatilla County was now looking at doing what Baker County has done.
Mr. VanArtsdalen stated that it was important for the County Commissioners to recognize the Parole and Probation Officers and the Juvenile Department during Parole and Probation officers week, July 15-19. They deal with people that no one else wants to, and give of themselves, and their time—every parole officer works seven days a week.
Anthony Lakes Highway Project:
Ken Helgerson, Baker County Roadmaster was present with representatives from the Federal Highway Administration: John Snyder, Dave Heckman, Brad Netskee, and Gary Wrightman. Mr. Snyder commented that he had received the Commissioner’s letter and agreed with it. The letter requested that a 4" treated asphalt base be placed on the road, and chip seal with 3/8 10 surface. Mr. Snyder stated that a reimbursable agreement would be made between the Federal Highway Administration and Baker County should any patching need to be done over the winter. Mr. Snyder stated that they were disappointed that the project could not be finished this year, but were very committed to the project and were trying to take the steps necessary to produce a good project. Mr. Wrightman stated that they had been here since the first of May. They were having some surveying errors that became very time consuming. These had been corrected to a point where they could now proceed. In the last week or two, they had picked up production as far as removing bad material and replacing it with material out of Butler Pit. They have about 20 local trucks hauling for the contractor out there. By the end of July there will be a real noticeable difference from what is there today. Mr. Snyder stated that they would have a new schedule submitted to the Commissioners in the next couple of weeks. Mr. Snyder offered to answer any questions.
Roadmaster Helgerson stated that it all sounded very good to him. Roadmaster Helgerson stated that the Federal Highway Administration was going above and beyond with what they had done before. The surface would be good enough not to have an impact to the locals or the ones going up to the ski resort.
Mr. Heckman stated his appreciation for Roadmaster Helgerson’s work with them. Mr. Heckman stated that they wanted to leave Baker County with a quality project they could be proud of.
Roadmaster Helgerson clarified what changes would occur in the project. The 12 miles of road that were currently under construction would be finished on a temporary basis. The surface would become part of the end project and would finish it up next year. Mr. Snyder stated that the dollar amount would increase, but that it would not cost Baker County a dime.
Commissioner Cole stated that he appreciated the teamwork in the difficult situation.
Ratification of Documents: BMCC Lease Agreement: Lease agreement was tabled until additional staff time could be spent on it.
Addition to the Agenda: Draft Letter to President Bush: Commissioner Cole had drafted a letter to President Bush in regards to PILT funds. Commissioner Kerns stated that he would like to see the letter be more aggressive. Commissioner Britton agreed, stating that a sentence could be added regarding the Forest Service still having the same number of acres and we need the additional funds to continue it. Consensus was reached that Commissioner Cole would add to the letter and have it available in the next few days.
Baker/Morrow Regional Partnership Grant: Commissioner Cole stated that the grant related to the Hells Canyon Dam Complex re-licensing. As per the Hells Canyon Dam Complex Committee and the Commissioners, it was recommended to pursue additional legal counsel. The grant would be for $5,490.00 for the purpose of hiring legal counsel to represent Baker County in the re-licensing process. The County had yet to make a decision on who would be hired, however Commissioner Cole stated that he had met with an attorney with Givens-Pursley and he understood Baker County's position. County Counsel had affirmed that Baker County could choose them as the sole source due to the specialization of it. Commissioner Kerns moved to approve the grant agreement. Commissioner Britton seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Discussion Topics: Comparison of Schedules:
July 8: Peat Mann Ditch Briefing
July 9: School Based Clinic Meeting
July 10: Watershed Council Meeting, 6pm Town Hall in Sumpter
July 11: NEACT Commission meeting, County Empowerment Committee Meeting
July 16: Parks Meeting
July 24: elected officials/department head meeting
Commission session was adjourned at 1:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Robin Nudd, Executive Assistant
Baker County Board of Commissioners