The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on April 19, 2005, with Chairman Mary Lou Peterson, Commissioner Andrew Lampe, Commissioner Don Hover and Brenda Crowell, Clerk of the Board present.

Discussion – Watershed Planning/Salmon Recovery – Water Resources
Julie Pyper discussed Salmon Recovery and the Subbasin Plan with the Commissioners. Julie also noted that Joe Peone is scheduling a meeting with them to discuss the Chief Joe Hatchery project.

Public Hearing – Cattleguard Franchise – Public Works
Commissioner Peterson opened the hearing for public comment. No comments were given. Commissioner Peterson stated that originally the Molson Cemetery wanted the county to waive for the franchise permit. However, Char Beam explained that they paid for the permit themselves. Commissioner Lampe moved to approve the Cattleguard Franchise 02-05 for the Molson Cemetery. Motion was seconded and carried.

Discussion – Winthrop Trailhead – Public Works
Verlene explained that a draft agreement has been prepared for the purchase of Satiqua Park. However, the Ice Skating group wants assurances from the Commissioners that they will redirect the Title III moneys back into purchasing properties for trail heads in the Methow. The Commissioners felt that to do this would tie their hands, in that, there may be other projects Winthrop may want to use the funds for. The Board doesn’t have a problem with spending the monies in the Methow but will not commit to any one project. They will consider applications as they are presented and fit with Title III.

Discussion – Satiqua Park – Public Works
Because the purchase of the property needs to be done before the Title III funds are available Rob McGaughey would like to borrow from the Road Fund and pay it back with Title III Funds. Commissioner Hover stated he spoke with the State Examiner about the project and she felt it would be ok to use Title III funds for the purchase.

Bid Opening / Award – Powerlift Rolloff System – Public Works
Commissioner Peterson noted that only one bid was received from Cascade Container-Fab Company. The bid for the roll off unit is $37,284.00 plus tax of $2,945.44. Frank Sautell recommends approval. Commissioner Lampe moved to award the bid from Cascade Container-Fab Company for a Powerlift Rolloff System in the amount of $40,229.44. Motion was seconded and carried.

Executive Session – Personnel/Litigation – Human Resources
Commissioner Lampe moved to go into executive session for 45 minutes to discuss personnel and litigation at 11:15 AM. Motion was seconded and carried.

Executive Session was continued for an additional hour.

Open Session resumed at 1:00 PM

Motion – Consent Agenda - Commissioners
Commissioner Lampe moved to approve the consent agenda items 1-5 with the exception of item 3 pending further information. Motion was seconded and carried. (attached)

1. Approval Commissioners’ Proceedings of April 11 & 12, 2005
2. Letter Support Omak Stampede Arena Redevelopment – Mayor
3. Title lll Funding Request Project Submission From – Public Works
4. Franchise (6) Cattleguard Renewal – Public Works
5. A 19-1A Reimbursement Orchard Regrowth Removal – Pest Control

A19 -1A – Request for Funds – Community Action
Commissioner Lampe moved to approve a request for funds from the Community Services Grant in the amount of $9,195.20 and the Housing Rehabilitation Grant in the amount of $8,491.81. Motion was seconded and carried. (attached)

MVEMS - Methow Valley EMS District
Commissioner Lampe moved to recess as the Board of Commissioners and convene as the Methow Valley EMS District Board of Directors. Motion was seconded and carried.

Voucher Approval – Emergency Management Service – Methow EMS District

Commissioner Peterson moved to approve the voucher for $ 30,000 for Emergency Management Services. Motion was seconded and carried. (attached)

Commissioner Hover called for any other business. There was no other business.

Commissioner Lampe moved to adjourn as the Methow EMS Board of Directors. Motion was seconded and carried.

Open Session Resumed