The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on December 12, 2005, with Chairman Mary Lou Peterson, Commissioner Andrew Lampe, Commissioner Don Hover and Brenda Crowell, Clerk of the Board present.

Open Space Open Space Application (cont) – Barbara’s Legacy – Planning
Stacey Smith

Although the commissioners expressed concerned about the tax reduction, the application does meet the requirements for open space open. Commissioner Hover moved to approve the Open Space Open Application for Barbara’s Legacy in accordance with the Findings of Fact, Conclusions and Conditions of Approval. Motion was seconded and carried. (attached)

Final Approval - Horizon Estates II Long Plat - Planning
Ben Rough presented the staff report for final approval for the Horizon Estates Long Plat. Commissioner Peterson noted that there is a concern about aquifer recharge for the Aeneas Lake water levels. There are landowners that have contacted the County to help with the water situation. Guy Fisher explained that it is because the irrigation district pumped it dry. Commissioner Peterson asked if the Health District’s comment is included. Ben noted those comments on the face of the plat. It was noted that the plat is required to meter the water use. Commissioner Peterson stated that she only wants to make them aware that there may not be enough water in the future. It was explained that the water issue was resolved between DOE and Paul Waterstrat, Director of the County Health District. There are two wells to service Horizon Estates I and II; six on one and 8 on the other.

The setback requirements are shown on the face of the plat. All other conditions of approval have been met. The Planning Commission recommends approval. Commissioner Lampe moved to approve Horizon Estates No 2 Long Plat 99-3 subject to the Findings of Fact, Conclusions and Conditions of Approval. Motion was seconded and carried. (attached)

Budget Hearing (cont)
Commissioner Hover moved to continue the Budget Hearing until December 19, 2005 at 9:30 AM. Motion was seconded and carried.

Public Hearing – CDBG Public Services Application – Community Action
Commissioner Peterson opened the hearing and noted that no public were present to comment. Lael Duncan provided the 2005 Public Services Annual Report. No public were present for comment. Handouts were available for Spanish speaking citizens. Commissioner Hover moved to approve the grant application for the CDBG Public Services Grant in the amount of $134,836. Motion was seconded and carried. (attachment)

Resolution 133-2005 - Certifications of Compliance – Commissioners
Commissioner Lampe moved to approve Resolution 133-2005, providing certifications for the CDBG Public Services Grant Application. Motion was seconded and carried. (attached)

Public Hearing – CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Grant Application – Community Action
Commissioner Peterson opened the hearing and noted that no public were present to comment. Lael Duncan explained the uses of the grant funds for the Housing Rehabilitation Grant and provided some historical background information. Handouts were available for Spanish speaking citizens. Commissioner Lampe moved to approve the Housing Rehabilitation Grant Application requesting $343,875. Motion was seconded and carried. (attached)

Resolution 132-2005 – Certifications of Compliance – Commissioners
Commissioner Lampe moved to approve Resolution 132-2005, providing certifications for the CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Grant Application. Motion was seconded and carried. (attached)

Discussion – Fair
Members of the Fair Board and County Commissioners discussed various issues and needs for the Fairgounds and facilites.