Public Hearing – Cattleguard Franchise – BIA
Verelene presented staff report. Close public Comment. Commissioner Lampe moved to approve the cattleguard franchise 01-06 for the BIA Franchise #01-06. Motion was seconded and carried.

Resolution 131-2006 – Supplemental Appropriation - Commissioners
Commissioner Hover opened the hearing and noted that no public were present to comment. Commissioner Lampe moved to adopt resolution 131-2006 supplemental appropriation in the amount of $12,000 for Current Expense. Motion was seconded and carried.

Resolution 130-2006 – Supplemental Appropriation – Superior Court
Commissioner Lampe moved to approve Resolution 130-2006, supplemental appropriation to the Superior Court budget in the amount of 39,636. Motion was seconded and carried.

Motion - Consent Agenda
Commissioner Lampe moved to approve the consent agenda items 1-9 with the exception of item 5 which will be determined at the public hearing. Motion was seconded and carried.

1. Approve Commissioners’ Proceedings November 20^th, 2006
2. Approve Fixed Assets Session – Tyler Technologies
3. Authorize CDBG Public Services Request #10
4. Authorize CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Request # 3
5. Approve Ordinance 2006-8, Speed Limit Change
6. Authorize Resolution 134-2006, RTPO appointment
7. Authorize Resolution 135-2006 5% increase for Sandra Howe
8. Appointment – Bertha Wandler – Tonasket EMS District Advisory Board
9. Lease Agreement – Department of Corrections – Hancock Bldg.

PH Ordinance 2006-8 – Rodeo Trail & FcFarland Creek Roads – Public Works
Bob Breshears presented traffic studies regarding both roads.

Commissioner Lampe moved to adopt Ordinance 2006-8, establishing speed limits for portions of McFarland Creek Road and Rodeo Trail Road. Motion was seconded and carried.

Discussion – Wells Dam Relicensing
Bill Dobbins, Manager Douglas County PUD, Dr. Bob Clubb and Shane Pickford

Bill Dobbins explained that they would be filing the official documents (Notice of Intent) tomorrow for the re-licensing of Wells Dam. The process begins December 1, 2006. The new process integrates SEPA and NEPA into one process. The licensing would be for up to 50 years. FERC came up with 7 criteria that need to be met. Okanogan PUD has right to 8% of electricity. They encourage the Commissioners to be involved in the process in order to protect the interest of Okanogan County citizens. In the year 2018 Okanogan County PUD would have at least a 30% stake in the wells project for needed power, and they would be able to sell any excess. There are other entities who have an interest in the dam as well.

MVEMS - Tonasket 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 Lampe moved to approve the voucher for $ 7,240.44 for Professional Services of the EMS district.

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.