COMMISSIONERS MEETING                                                          APRIL 12, 2004


The Elmore County Commissioners met in regular session on the above date in the Commissioner’s Room, basement of the Elmore County Courthouse, 150 South 4th East, Mountain Home, Idaho.

Present at the meeting was Chairperson Mary Egusquiza-Stanek and Commissioners Larry Rose and Calvin Ireland. Also present at the meeting was Clerk Gail Best.

Fred Perez of Idaho Waste Systems (IWS) and Marty Jones of Central District Health appeared before the Board to discuss solid waste issues. Fred presented the Board with the January, February and March Bennett Road Waste Tonnage Reports. Commissioner Rose noted that the March report showed almost double the tonnage of the January report. Fred replied that the weather turned nice early this year and spring clean-up season began earlier. A process for recycling tires was discussed at length. Beven TP2000 tire pyrolsis recycling facilities have been in operation in the United Kingdom for four years now and other European countries have also established plants. This technology is now being marketed in the United States. The process can handle 2,400 tires per day. The by-products are oil, carbon black and steel which all could be resold. The plants are fully contained, and IWS would like to be the pilot program in the U.S. Fred asked if the Board would write a letter in support of IWS being the pilot program. DEQ and Central District Health were present at the presentation and approve of the pilot program for IWS and would monitor the pilot program for the entire period. Prineville, Oregon also is interested in becoming a pilot program. Motion by Ireland, second by Rose, that a letter be written expressing to Fred that the Board gives permission for IWS to begin a pilot project dealing with waste tires at IWS.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Prosecutor Bazzoli joined the meeting.

Jo Gridley, Chief Deputy Assessor and Dan Collins, Plant Facilities Manager, appeared before the Board to discuss smoking near the building. Jo stated she was there to complain about people smoking near the front and side entrances of the building. Jo said when people stand on the front steps and smoke their office can’t open the window because smoke will come into the building. Dan stated he has been in that office when that has happened, and it does smell just like someone is smoking inside that office. Jo stated the same is true of the entrance facing Hacker Middle School, because people smoking there cause smoke to come thru the windows on that side of their office. Jo said the problem is not just caused by employees, but also jurors and other visitors to the Courthouse. Dan suggested that a bus-stop type shelter be built on the grounds. Dan said that he and his staff discussed that idea before, and perhaps the picnic table could be moved to another location and the shelter be built on the existing slab. Motion by Ireland, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to direct Dan to build a shelter on the Courthouse grounds.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE

IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Wes Wootan, Shane Wootan, and Mark Russell appeared before the Board to discuss an ordinance violation on Mr. Wootan’s property next to the highway. Mark Russell stated the Wootan’s need a junkyard permit. Mr. Wootan answered that the property is in an Agricultural B zoned area and he wants to maintain the Ag designation and not get a junkyard permit. Mr. Wootan stated he is in violation because there are more than three vehicles on the property and that he had done a written proposal. Mark Russell stated that he had first contacted Mr. Wootan in October or November and discussed the permitting procedure with him. He felt Mr. Wootan would cooperate with the procedure. Since then the railroad ties and pre-fab buildings have appeared on the property. Mr. Russell stated that the appearance of the property has changed considerably since they first discussed it in October or November. Mark told the Board he is getting nowhere with Mr. Wootan, so he is now taking the next step, wrecking yards and junk yards are covered by the ordinance. Mr. Wootan stated he is scheduled to appear before the Planning and Zoning Commission on April 21st. Mr. Russell was in agreement with the Board that Mr. Wootan should not be cited before his appearance before the Commission. Mr. Wootan stated that he wasn’t given any alternative by Mr. Russell. Mr. Russell stated that when all of this started there were six vehicles there which fit the definition of a junkyard. Mr. Wootan stated that the items on the property were there for resale to the public and that the location gave them good exposure due to the Interstate. Mark Russell stated that he is only acting according to the process stated in the ordinance. The matter will be tabled until after the April 21st Planning and Zoning Commission meeting.

Bob Lewandowski stated he is seeking help from the Board in getting a sign put up on his land prohibiting the harassment traffic from the trucking company out there. Mr. Lewandowski stated that the trucks go down the road at high speeds all the time and they are dangerous. Commissioner Ireland stated that the Board has no jurisdiction over roads and the Mountain Home Highway District Commissioners would be the governing board to see about the problem. Commissioner Ireland further stated that Mr. Lewandowski should call the Mountain Home Highway District and be put on their agenda.


Alan Roberts and Chuck VanMeer representing the Elmore County Extrication Unit appeared before the Board. Chairman Egusquiza-Stanek told the other Commissioners that she and Mr. Roberts had gone over to visit Andy Brunelle to clarify if Title III monies could be used to accomplish some of the needs of the extrication units. As result Mr. Roberts gave the Board a request for reimbursement for training done with the Prairie Quick Response Unit (QRU) done in October 2003. The total cost the Unit spent on the cost of the class was $750.00. The Board felt that the cost could be reimbursed from Title III monies. Mr. Roberts also turned in a request for purchase for the Prairie QRU. Mr. Roberts explained that Prairie has a nice brand new truck which they were able to obtain a grant to purchase, but that they did not have the equipment for the truck. The items desired are the Amkus combination cutter/spreader, power unit, hoses, couplers, etc. Also included would be miscellaneous hand tools, generator, lights, chains, windshield saw, extension cords and a battery cable cutter. Having these tools on their unit would save valuable patient care time by not having to wait for the Mountain Home unit to respond. It is feasible that Prairie could also respond to Pine/Featherville in a quicker response time than Mountain Home could. The Board agreed these things would be worthwhile expenditures to be made with some of the Title III funds. Chairman Egusquiza-Stanek stated that Maggie Mahoney of the Idaho Association of Counties and Andy Brunelle will be coming to the Board meeting on April 26, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. and invited Mr. Roberts and Mr. VanMeer to join them at that meeting for further discussion.

Ed Frachiseur, Terry Ratliff, Christine Starr, Tina Welch and John Brody appeared before the Board to discuss the Severson case. Several matters were discussed, including caseload and various consultants. Mr. Frachiseur brought information regarding caseload and consultants for the Board’s review. The costs and budget implications were discussed at length. Motion by Rose, second by Egusquiza-Stanek to authorize the Public Defender to obtain a contract with the consultants in question to be signed by Ed Frachiseur and the Chairperson and to have Phil Miller review said contract.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Motion by Ireland, second by Egusquiza-Stanek to authorize the Public Defender to use additional conflict counsel or additional counsel, keeping in mind to hold the line on expense inasmuch as possible.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

A brief recess was taken. Regular session was resumed.


Mark Russell, Tina Welch and Dan Collins, representing the Employee Committee appeared before the Board to present a performance appraisal to the Board for review. Dan Collins explained that the three of them represented a sub-committee of four that worked on coming up with a performance appraisal that pleased the Employee Committee as a whole. The sub-committee gathered their information from other businesses and governmental entities as well as the Internet to find a method they thought would be a good one for the County. Dan further explained that currently there is no uniform method of employee performance appraisal in Elmore County. Tina Welch stated that the Employee Committee felt this could be a good tool in rating employees in case the County chooses to go to a performance based salary schedule or a partial performance based salary schedule in the future. Commissioner Rose asked if BDPA has seen the document and Ms. Welch stated they were furnished a copy for review. Dan Collins stated, if this were adopted as a tool, it is important that each department use the form and that adequate training be given to the department heads and elected officials. Clerk Best, who represents the elected officials for the committee, stated that ICRMP may be able to offer training for the department heads and elected officials. Commissioner Rose asked if the employees, in general, had reviewed the document and Ms. Welch said each department was given a copy to review. The merits of performance appraisals were discussed in general. The Board asked Clerk Best to place the issue on the next agenda when the elected officials and department heads were present, so that the Board could get their input. The members of the sub-committee thanked the Board for their time, and stated the idea was being presented to them as an option they may or may not want to adopt.

Ed Holder, 18 Prairie Road, Prairie, Idaho, appeared before the Board to discuss his violation of the Planning and Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Holder explained that he had been served with a copy of the letter at his place of business on Friday by a Sheriff’s Deputy. Mark Russell, Growth and Development Administrator, stated that Mr. Holder had paid the permit fee for the three trailers in question this morning so the problem has been solved. Mr. Holder explained he had thought be had obtained all necessary permits prior to having the trailers moved, but he was unaware that the county required a permit and he wanted the Board to know that this was not an intentional attempt to fraud the County. Mr. Holder stated he wanted to do everything he could to be a good citizen and taxpayer of Elmore County.

Ken Casper, 2844 Desert Wind, Mountain Home, Idaho, appeared before the Board with Mark Russell of the Growth and Development Department to discuss approval of a Letter of Information (LOI). The LOI is for property described as Tax 6, Tax 11, and Tax 12, Township 1 South, Range 5 East, Section 30 and includes four lots. Mr. Russell stated there are no objections to this LOI and the fees have been paid. Access to the property was discussed. Motion by Ireland, second by Rose, to direct the Chair to sign the LOI for the above described property.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Motion by Ireland, second by Rose, to adjourn the meeting to conduct a jail inspection and have lunch at the jail.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Regular session resumed after lunch. Chairperson Mary Egusquiza-Stanek and Commissioner Calvin Ireland were present. Commissioner Larry Rose was not.

Motion by Egusquiza-Stanek, second by Ireland, to approve the minutes for March 16, 2004, March 18, 2004 and March 22, 2004.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Motion by Ireland, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to approve the Recorder’s Office Report, Jail Bond Report and Treasurer’s Office Report for the record only.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.


Motion by Ireland, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to approve the payroll for March 2004 in the amount of $289,860.95.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Motion by Ireland, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to direct the Chairperson to sign the letter of intent for the Bruneau Soil Conservation District to fund $500.00 for fiscal year 2005, barring unforseen emergencies.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

The business item regarding a vehicle for the Growth and Development Department was discussed. There was a Bronco that was given to the department that was on the lot for the Sheriff’s sale.

A narcotics grant, being applied through the Sheriff’s Office, was approved and the Chairperson was directed to sign it.

Commissioner Larry Rose joined the meeting.

The Commissioners met in Executive Session pursuant to I.C. 67-2345(d) on a motion from Egusquiza-Stanek, second by Ireland. Also present was Marianne Bate, Welfare Director and Deb Cloudt who works in the Indigent office as an assistant.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

The following decisions were made:

K-03-04-01 Motion by Ireland, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to deny for lack of information.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

K-03-04-07 Motion by Rose, second by Ireland, to deny for lies and false information.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

K-03-04-03 Motion by Ireland, second by Rose, to approve with a reimbursement order of $75.00 per month.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE

IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

K-03-04-04 Motion by Rose, second by Ireland, to deny for all reasons.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

K-03-04-10 Motion by Ireland, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to approve with a reimbursement order of $50.00 per month.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

K-03-04-05 Motion by Rose, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to deny as not last resource and incomplete.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

K-03-04-06 Motion by Ireland, second by Rose, to deny as not last resource.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

K-12-03-03 Motion by Ireland, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to approve with $35,000.00 repayment on reimbursement order.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Still in Executive Session, a hearing was held on K-01-04-14. Present were the Elmore County Commissioners, Aaron Bazzoli, Prosecutor, Indigent Director Marianne Bate and Deb Cloudt from her office, the applicant, and Deputy Clerk Steele.

The Prosecutor and Commissioners asked the applicant several questions. Steve Jensen from St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center joined the meeting. He had been waiting at the old Commissioner’s Office down the hall which caused him to be late. Mr. Jensen asked the applicant some questions also.

The hearing was closed and a decision will be made at the April 26, 2004 meeting.

Regular session resumed.

At 2:00 p.m. the Tax Deed Hearing was held on delinquent taxes for the year 2000. The following decisions were made:

Marjorie J. Archer, Trustee, Marilyn J. Smith, Trustee, 723 N. 28th St., Boise, Idaho 83702-3117, legal description: Lot 1, Block 2, Atlanta Townsite Subdivision No. 3, Elmore County, Idaho, according to the official plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder of Elmore County, Idaho. Save and Except all mineral rights, mining rights and easements rights or other matters relating thereto whether expressed or implied. Motion by Rose, second by Ireland, to take tax deed on this property after a title search has been completed and reviewed.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Motion to table the following tax deeds until the Commissioners can contact ICRMP with legal questions: Goodman Oil Co, P.O. Box 2578, Boise, Idaho, 83701, legal description: Lots 19 and 20, Block 26, North Addition to Glenns Ferry, Elmore County, Idaho, according to the official plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder of Elmore County, Idaho, and Idaho Circuit Technology Corp, P.O. Box 789, Glenns Ferry, Idaho, 83623-0789, legal description: Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, Block 24, Glenns Ferry original Townsite, Elmore County, Idaho, according to the official plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder of Elmore County, Idaho.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Motion by Ireland, second by Rose, to take tax deed on the following after a title search has been completed and reviewed: Herbert Liggett, 17970 N.E. Andria, Portland, Oregon, 97229, legal description: A parcel of land located in Section 11, Township 3 South, Range 6 East, Boise Meridian, Elmore County, Idaho, more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point which is 208.7 feet West of the Northeast Corner of the SE1/4 of Section 11, Township 3 South, Range 6 East, Boise Meridian, which point is the real point of beginning, thence running West a distance of 417.4 feet, more or less, to a point, thence running South a distance of 436 feet; more or less, to a point, thence running East a distance of 417.4 feet; more or less, to a point; thence running North a distance of 426 feet; more or less to the real point of beginning.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Motion by Rose, second by Ireland, to take tax deed on the following after a title search has been completed and reviewed: Fernando Lopez, 3 N. Midland Blvd, Nampa, Idaho 83651-2162, 2 parcels, legal descriptions: North Half of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter lying East of the right of way for State Highway No. 67 (Air Base Road), in Section Ten, Township Four South, Range Five East, Boise Meridian , Elmore County, Idaho and the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter lying East of the right of way for State Highway 67 (Air Base Road), in Section Ten, Township Four South, Range Five East, Boise Meridian, Elmore County, Idaho.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE

IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Motion by Egusquiza-Stanek, second by Rose, to take tax deed to the following after a title search has been completed and reviewed: Robert A. Sanders, 2450 E. 27th N., Mountain Home, Idaho 83647, legal description: Lot 4 Less Tax 11, Block 2, Duffy Acres #1, Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot 4 in Block 2 of Duffy Acres Unit One, according to the official plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder, Elmore County, Idaho, thence; North 0 01'42" East 218.98 feet, thence South 88 39'52" East 296.38 feet to a point on the Easterly boundary line of Lot 4; thence South 0 02'00" West along the Easterly boundary line of Lot 4 a distance of 218.83 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 4; thence North 88 41'30" West 296.40 feet to the True Point of Beginning.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Motion by Ireland, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to take tax deed on the following after a title search has been completed and reviewed: Trobaugh, Donald C. & Greve, Josephine & Kawano, Edith L, 3255 Woodmont Dr., Meridian, Idaho 83642-1172, legal description: Township 3 South, Range 6 East, Boise Meridian, Elmore County, Idaho, Section 22: SE1/4NW1/4.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

The Tax Deed Hearing concluded.

Motion by Rose, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to approve the expenses. Discussion followed. Motion was amended to approve the expenses with a few disallowed amounts, the second was amended. Total expense $335,869.07.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Motion by Rose, second by Ireland, to instruct the Chairperson to sign the Request for Funds #4 for the Nursing Home Grant requested by Sage Resources.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.


A letter was received from Shirley Lectka asking the Commissioners to allow the Idaho Hunters Education Program to be held in the Extension Office basement. Discussion followed on the use of County Offices after hours, and the fact that firearms would be included in this Program. Commissioner Rose stated he felt it was important to teach children the importance of safety when handling guns and hunting. Liability issues came up. Also, our Security Department would have to be on duty for the meeting and that would require overtime. Motion by Ireland, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to instruct Deputy Clerk Steele to write a letter to Ms. Lectka explaining those facts and suggest possibly the National Guard or American Legion could supply a place that these Hunter’s Education Courses could take place.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Chairperson Egusquiza-Stanek explained a Juvenile Probation Grant that she received late Friday afternoon. Motion by Ireland, second by Rose, to instruct the Chairperson to sign the grant.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Discussion followed on a CERT Award that will be given out for Disaster Training. Chairperson Egusquiza-Stanek explained the CERT Award and would like to nominate Nick Schilz. Motion by Egusquiza-Stanek, second by Rose, to nominate Nick Schilz for this award. Chairperson Egusquiza-Stanek will fill out the necessary application and return it before the deadline for admission.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

A response was received asking for comments from the Elmore Medical Center on the Request for Proposal on the Ambulance Contract. Commissioner Rose asked for a copy so he could review it.

The Jail Bond Issue was discussed. Prosecutor Bazzoli stated that Rick Skinner, who worked on the last Jail project, offered to help on the election. The cost to us from Mr. Skinner would be approximately $2,500 if the bond fails and $30,000 if it passes. Prosecutor Bazzoli said a resolution needed to be done for the Jail Bond Election. Motion by Ireland, second by Rose, to instruct the Prosecutor to prepare a resolution for the Jail Bond.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

Mark Russell was called from the Growth and Development Department and was asked to come over to attend the meeting. Mark appeared and the Commissioners asked him questions about the citations he wanted issued for Zoning and Development ordinance violations. Mr. Klauser’s violation was discussed. He has a semi-truck parked out by the Airbase with a sign on it saying “Big Sky Rentals”. It has been there for over two years. He stated his father is using the semi-truck for storage. The sing on the truck violates the Airport Zone referenced in our ordinance. Mark explained how many times Mr. Klauser has been notified of the violation. Motion by Rose, second by Egusquiza-Stanek, to instruct Mr. Russell to proceed with the citation and the matter will go to court.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE

IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

It was decided that the Wind Power Ordinance will go back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for more review.

The Dog Pound and Dispatch was discussed. Currently the City pays the County $2,600 a month for dispatch services, and the County pays the City $1,700 for dog pound usage. A lengthy discussion followed as the City wants to change the current set up. The Mayor suggested a swap of the services but the City Council disagrees. Chairperson Egusquiza-Stanek will go to the meeting the City is having on these issues and see if there is a way to negotiate an answer to satisfy all interested parties.

Tom Vallard of Hammett, Carlene Braithwaite of Prairie, and Ray Chapman of Pine appeared before the Board to discuss solid waste matters. Mr. Vallard submitted a report to the Board that he had compiled information he had gathered on the issue. Mr. Vallard stated he disputes the fact that the contracts with Mr. Simons are legal because they were not put out to bid and he feels the law says long term contracts will be bid. Mr. Vallard also stated that a contractor is to abide by federal, state, and judicial laws. Mr. Vallard further stated that he doesn’t believe Mr. Simons has any liability insurance or workmen’s compensation and the drivers of the vehicles may not have CDL licenses. Carlene Braithwaite added that they don’t believe Mr. Simons is picking up the trash in the rural areas as often as the contract says he will. Mr. Chapman stated he doesn’t feel that Pine is being picked up either according to the contract language. Mr. Chapman added the biggest problem is the pickups but there is also a problem with the trucks, they have leaked hydraulic fluid in the transfer station and therefor people will not leave their vehicles when they go to the transfer stated but just toss the trash as far as then can in the general direction of the dumpsters because is they walk in the hydraulic fluid they track it into their vehicles and homes. Commissioner Rose, after conferring with Mr. Bazzoli stated that Idaho Code 31-4403 covers trash hauling contracts and bidding was not necessary for that service.

There were more exhibits presented to the Board, including documents and photographs depicting the state of the various rural area pickup sites. There was further discussion on how to solve the problem. Mr. Vallard stated that to make a long story short, Mr. Simons needs to comply with the terms of the contract. Carlene Braithwaite stated she was outraged that her taxpayer dollars are being paid out and the taxpayers are not receiving the service that the County is paying for. There was further lively discussion. Mr. Simons was in the audience and the Board asked if he would like to comment at this time. Mr. Simons stated he did not want to speak at this time, but would like the opportunity to see the exhibits presented. Commissioner Rose stated perhaps they could be copied for Mr. Simons and Clerk Best suggested Mr. Simons come to her office to look at them because copying them would not work out well. A date was set for 1:00 p.m. on April 28, 2004 for Mr. Simons to offer rebuttal to the complaints.


During the public portion of the meeting, Joe Breit of Mountain Home appeared before the Board. Mr. Breit stated he is having a problem with property owned by Wade Carpenter and he has gone to the Planning and Zoning Department to get help but he continues to have the problems. Mr. Breit stated he is coming to the Board to ask them to step in and stop any further deterioration to the property. Mark Russell, Growth and Development Administrator stated the Planning and Zoning Commission had to move to revoke Mr. Carpenter’s Conditional Use Permit and then he would have fifteen days to comply. Mr. Russell stated that there is un-permitted work being done on the property. Mr. Russell stated there already has been cease work orders issued, which have been ignored. The Board suggested that Mark Russell coordinate with the Sheriff’s Department on the cease work orders to see that they are complied with.

Greg Maurer, Administrator of Elmore Medical Center Hospital and Jay Friedly, Attorney for the Hospital District, appeared before the Board to discuss an ambulance service incident that occurred on April 7, 2004. Mr. Maurer stated a scheduled inpatient transfer to Boise was scheduled for April 8th but on April 7th Northwest Paramedics Association (NPA) called in the afternoon asking about preauthorization for payment. The NPA employee requested that the Hospital sign a “form” stating the hospital would pay the bill for the scheduled transport. A form has never been requested previously for these transfers, and the hospital had no knowledge of this payment responsibility form. The next day Karl Vogt called and stated the hospital needed to sign the form. Mr. Maurer said he was uncomfortable signing the form but did fax a short note saying for this transport only the hospital would be financially responsible since the patient was a Medicare beneficiary. On April 8th NPA transported the patient to Boise as had been scheduled, but later called to say they would not transfer the patient back from Boise without the form being signed. The hospital called another ambulance provider to return the patient to Elmore Medical. Mr. Maurer asked the Board to evaluate and issue a position regarding the NPA contract and their responsibility for non-emergency transports to and from health care facilities, and their responsibility to bill all patients receiving transport since page six of the contract states that NPA will bill patients for these services.

Commissioner Rose stated he felt that NPA should be able to respond on this issue and wondered if all the parties could sit down and discuss it. Mr. Maurer stated the Hospital’s position had already been stated. Chairperson Egusquiza-Stanek and Prosecutor Bazzoli will contact NPA and meet with them to straighten the situation out.

Correspondence received by mail was reviewed.

Motion by Egusquiza-Stanek, second by Ireland, to adjourn the meeting.
EGUSQUIZA-STANEK - AYE
ROSE - AYE
IRELAND - AYE Motion carried and so ordered.

/S/MARY EGUSQUIZA-STANEK, Chairperson
ATTEST: /S/ GAIL L. BEST, Clerk