The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on April 11, 2006, with Chairman Don Hover, Commissioner Andrew Lampe, Commissioner Mary Lou Peterson and Brenda Crowell, Clerk of the Board present.

Update – Public Works
Frank Sautell, Acting Director, Bob Breshears, Engineer

Bob suggested that the engineering for the Toroda Creek Road be done by Public Works as it is not a technically intense road and it would save the county approximately $238,000 dollars. The Commissioners agreed that if the county staff can do the work they should do it in-house. Frank said that a petition was received requesting a speed limit reduction on Wandling Road and noted that it is a primitive road. The Commissioners would like information on how changing the speed limit on a primitive road would impact the county in terms of future responsibility or liability matters before moving forward with the process.

Motion – Consent Agenda
Commissioner Lampe moved to approve the consent agenda items 1 – 15 with the exception of item #2 that was approved by previous motion. Motion was seconded and carried.

1 Approve Commissioners Proceedings April 3rd and 4th 2006
2 Resolution 31 2006 Supplemental Appropriation Flood Control Fund 116
3 Resolution 32 2006 Annexation to Fire District No 3
4 Resolution 33 2006 Snipped Tires Landfill
5 Resolution 34 2006 Public Works Finance Department Personnel
6 Approve Re appointment Letter Patrick Plumb Tonasket EMS Advisory Board
7 Approve Re appointment Letter Roland Smith Pest and Disease Control Board
8 Approve Re appointment Letter William Lockwood Pest and Disease Control Board
9 Approve Re appointment Letter Paul Inlow Pest and Disease Control Board
10 Approve Re appointment Letter AI Seccomb Pest and Disease Control Board
11 Approve Appointment Letter Pib Morns Snowmobile Advisory Board
12 Approve Appointment Letter Steve Lautenslager Snowmobile Advisory Board
13 Approve Baines Title Preliminary Title Commitment
14 Approve Memorandum of Understanding between Pacific NW Trail Association
15 Approve Cattleguard Franchise Norman Oberg 4

Motion – Payroll Vouchers
Commissioner Peterson moved to approve the payroll vouchers. Vouchers certified and audited by the Auditing Officer as required by RCW 42.24.080 and those expense reimbursement claims certified as required by RCW 42.24.090 have been recorded on a list, and made available to the Board. As of this date, the Board did by unanimous vote to approve the payroll vouchers in the amount of $1,321,369.34. (attached)

Discussion – Grant Availability – Washington Trust
Chris Moore, Field director with Washington Trust for Historic Preservation. Chris explained that he wants to make the Board aware of grants that may be available to the county for courthouse improvements. Commissioner Hover explained that the courthouse is in need of new windows but the county is having a problem with bringing the courthouse up to current needs/standards and yet maintain the historical nature of the facility. Mr. Moore stated that from the Historical standpoint, the wood sash windows are necessary to preserve the historical look. These windows would be qualify for grant funds although it requires matching funds. Commissioner Peterson said that for the past several years the county has put in for historical grants but that the county cannot afford matching monies for the improvements. Chris stated that there is some flexibility with some areas of the courthouse. The courthouse roof may be eligible for reimbursement since it was completed after 2005. Shoring up the clock tower would also be eligible. An Okanogan County study determined that the total needs amount to 4.2 million dollars. He hopes that the legislature will reappropriate funds for historical buildings. Mr. Moore will work with Nan on possible grant opportunities.

Bid Opening – Liquid Asphalt – Public works
Commissioner Hover noted that the time for receiving bids is closed. One bid was received from SemMaterials in the total bid amount of $985,044.88.

Bid Award - Liquid Asphalt
Commissioner Peterson moved to award the bid to SemMaterials of Spokane, Washington in the amount of $985,044.88. Motion was seconded and carried.

Motion – Severance Agreement – Human Resources
Commissioner Peterson moved to approve a severance agreement with Jerry Verstegen and authorize the Chairman to sign. Motion was seconded and carried. (attached)

The Commissioners left for the Board of Health and Commissioners Peterson and Lampe returned for further business.

Resolution 35-2006 – One Time Draw Pay – Superior Court Clerk
Commissioner Peterson moved to approve resolution 35-2006, one time draw payment to Ada Ward in the amount of $950. Motion was seconded and carried. (attached)