Baker County Board of Commissioners
Commission Session Agenda
November 5, 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
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3. Citizen Participation
4. Review/Approval of Minutes
a. October 15, 2025 Commission Session
5. Scheduled Business
a. 9:05 a.m. Executive Session per ORS 192.660(2)(a): To consider the employment of a public officer, employee, staff member or individual agent, and per ORS 192.660(2)(h): To consult with counsel concerning the legal rights and duties of a public body with regard to current litigation or litigation likely to be filed. The Commissioners will return to Regular Session immediately following Executive Session.
b. 9:15 a.m. Department Update: Weed Department – Gussie Cook
c. 9:25 a.m. Department Update: Planning Department – Tara Micka
d. 9:35 a.m. Contract Review Board
1. ODOT Rural Veterans Healthcare Grant Application – Joe Hayes, Community Connection of Northeast Oregon
2. Approval of purchase of pickup for Sheriff’s office – Michael O’Rourke, Road Department
3. Lawrence Sardine Sage Grouse Habitat Restoration PHIII2026 Grant Application – Gussie Cook, Weed Department
4. Medical Springs Noxious Weed and IAG Control 2027 - Gussie Cook, Weed Department
5. VOCA-CFA-2025-BakerCo.DAVAP-00023 – DA’s Office
6. VOCA-NC-2025-BakerCo.DAVAP-00037 – DA’s Office
7. Specialty Inspections for EOC by ATLAS Technical Consultants LLC – Dan McQuisten, Facilities
8. Approval of selection of Electrician for Tech Dept. Remodel – Dan McQuisten, Facilities
9. New Directions Northwest CDDP Contract & Order No. 2025-155 Designating New Directions Northwest as Sole Source Provider - Commission Chair Alderson
e. 10:20 a.m. Public Hearing
1. 1st Reading: Ordinance No. 2025-06: In the matter of rescinding Ordinance No. 2017-05 Baker County Mineral Leasing Rules; Declaring an Emergency
f. 10:30 a.m. Baker County Cultural Coalition Bylaws – Commissioner Kaseberg
g. 10:35 a.m. Discussion: OHA Funds IGAs
1. CFAA OHA IGA No. PO-44300-00050108 – Commission Chair Alderson
2. CHOICE OHA IGA No. PO-44300-00026002 – Commission Chair Alderson
6. Documents to be Signed
a. Baker County Parks Board Bylaws – Commissioner Witham
b. Order No. 2025-147 Appointing Melissa Fulfer to the Mental Health Advisory Committee
c. Order No. 2025-151 Appointing members to the Baker County Opioid Response Grant Review Committee
d. Order No. 2025-152 Re-appointing Commission Chair Shane Alderson to the NEOEDD
e. Order No. 2025-153 Re-appointing Commissioner Christina Witham to the EDC
f. Order No. 2025-154 Re-appointing Commissioner Christina Witham to the Wolf Depredation Compensation Advisory Committee
g. Order No. 2025-156 Vacating a portion of Bidwell Spur Lane
h. Order No. 2025-157 Vacating a portion of Rimbol Avenue
i. Order No. 2025-158 Vacating a portion of Clark Street
7. Ratification of Documents
a. Financial Reports
b. 7th Amendment to IGA No. PO-44300-00026002 (2024/25 CFAA Funds)
c. 8th Amendment to IGA No. PO-44300-00026002 (2024/25 CFAA Funds)
d. 9th Amendment to IGA No. PO-44300-00026002 (2024/25 CFAA Funds)
8. Other Business
a. Commissioner Update
i. Commission Chair Alderson
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ii. Commissioner Witham
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iii. Commissioner Kaseberg
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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).