Baker County Board of Commissioners
Commission Session Agenda
December 3, 2025 ~ 9:00 a.m.
Courthouse, 1995 Third St., Baker City, Oregon 97814

Because of the uncertain length of time needed, the Board of Commissioners may deal with an item at any time in the meeting, except those set for a specific time. Anyone wishing to be heard on any item not having a set time should arrive when the meeting begins to avoid missing an item of interest.  Interested parties can join the meeting in person or by using the Zoom link located at: https://www.bakercountyor.gov/online/meetings.html

1.    Call to Order/Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance

2.    Agenda Changes/Adoption
a.  

3.    Citizen Participation

4.    Review/Approval of Minutes
a.    November 5, 2025 Commission Session
b.    November 24, 2025 Special Commission Session

5.    Scheduled Business        

a.    9:05 a.m.    Department Update: Watermaster – Marci Osborn

b.    9:15 a.m.    Community Partner Update: New Directions Northwest – Shari Sealander

c.    9:30 a.m.    Acrisure Insurance Presentation – Jamie Allen, Acrisure Representative

d.    9:45 a.m.    Contract Review Board
1.    OSWB Grant Applications – Gussie Cook, Weed Department
2.    Contract for Weed Control/Controlled Burn on Hughes Lane Property - Jerry Peacock/Bryan Tweit, Baker County Economic Development; Gussie Cook, Weed Department
3.    Survey Bid Proposal – Jerry Peacock/Bryan Tweit, Baker County Economic Development
4.    Raven Subsidy Contract – Caitlin Harrold, Baker Sage Grouse LIT
5.    Juniper Removal Proposal - Caitlin Harrold, Baker Sage Grouse LIT
6.    Server Replacement & Order No. 2025-159 Designating Manage Inc. as Sole Source provider – Bill Lee, Tech Department
7.    HPP Grant Agreement 186573-0 – Emergency Management

e.    10:45 a.m.    Potential Tax Credit Refund – Assessor’s Office

f.    10:55 a.m.    Public Hearing
1.    2nd Reading: Ordinance No. 2025-06: In the matter of rescinding Ordinance No. 2017-05 Baker County Mineral Leasing Rules; Declaring an Emergency
2.    1st Reading: Ordinance No. 2025-07: In the matter of an ordinance regulating the use of Baker County parks; prohibiting certain activities; repealing prior ordinances; Declaring an Emergency

g.    11:05 a.m.    Ordinance No. 2025-08: Baker County Event Center Construction Ordinance – Baker County Board of Commissioners

h.    11:10 a.m.    Discussion: Holiday Schedule – Baker County Board of Commissioners

i.    11:15 a.m.     Discussion: Greenhorn City Council - Baker County Board of Commissioners

j.    11:20 a.m.     Discussion: NACo Leadership Course – Commissioner Kaseberg

k.    11:25 a.m.    Discussion: 20-year Transportation Plan – Commissioner Kaseberg

l.    11:30 a.m.    OLCC Liquor License Renewal – Shem Carlson, Executive Assistant

6.    Documents to be Signed
a.    Order No. 2025-160 Reappointing members to Vector Control Board
b.    Order No. 2025-161 Appointing Richard Stout to the Baker County Museum Commission
c.    Order No. 2025-162 Reappointing Diana Brown to the Baker County Museum Commission
d.    Order No. 2025-163 Appointing Wayne Chastain to the Local Public Safety Coordinating Council
e.    

7.    Ratification of Documents
a.    Financial Reports
b.    OHA IGA No. PO 44300-00050108 CHOICE
c.    Treatment Court Grant Agreement No. TCP-27-01 

8.    Other Business
a.    Commissioner Update
i.    Commission Chair Alderson
1.    
ii.    Commissioner Witham
1.     
iii.    Commissioner Kaseberg
1.    
b.    Comparison of Calendar

9.    Adjourn

Baker County operates under an EEO policy and complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities and should be requested at least 48 hours in advance by calling 541-523-8200 (TTY: 541-523-9538).