BOARD OF SKAMANIA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MEETING for WEEK of AUGUST 13, 2001
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. with all Commissioners present, opening with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Forrest Robbins, Engineering Technician, presented the weekly road report.
Darlene Dickson, Senior Services Director, presented her departmental report.
The Board signed a public notice, which advises the public that repairs will begin on Duncan Creek Road beginning August 20th. The Public Works Department will be reconstructing and realigning that portion of Duncan Creek Road lying between mileposts 1.23 and 1.59; total project cost is estimated at $166,568.42.
Motion was made and seconded to award, per the Public Works Department’s recommendation, the bid for furnishing of petroleum products to Guler Oil, Inc. Total estimated cost for the 2002-2003 period is $251,099.21. Motion carried.
Motion was made and seconded to award, per the Public Works Department’s recommendation, the Canyon Creek Road Improvement Project (CRP 1004-2) to Creagan Excavation, Inc. in the total amount of $762,830.00. Motion carried.
Clyde Camp was appointed to Position No. 5 on the Board of Equalization through June 30, 2003. This is a 3-year un-expired term, providing for an alternate to serve on the Board.
The Chair was authorized to sign an application for federal assistance for the Wind River Nursery Conveyance water access and NEPA/SEPA process. Total amount of the project is estimated at $244,500 with $195,600 being requested in federal grant funds and Skamania County’s providing a match of $48,900.
Contract amendment no. 8 was approved with Skillings-Connolly, Inc. This provides for design and construction engineering for the Washougal River Road Project. Term runs from April 23, 1997 through August 31, 2001 for an additional amount of $29,993 with the total contract not to exceed $155,507.
A contract was approved with Swell City Carpets for the supply and installation of carpeting through room 115 of the Criminal Justice Facility; the old dispatch center room and vinyl flooring throughout the old work release dormitory and employee break rooms. Term runs from August 13, 2001 through August 31, 2001 for an amount not to exceed $7,059.87.
A contract was approved with Monica Townsend, DVM for on-site veterinary services during the Skamania County Fair. Term runs from August 13, 2001 through August 19, 2001 for an amount not to exceed $200.
A contract was approved with Lori Heirman, DVM for on-site veterinary services during the Skamania County Fair. Term runs from August 13, 2001 through August 19, 2001 for an amount not to exceed $200.
A contract was approved with Scott Bergeron, which provides for one hour of music during the Kinetic Challenge Race on September 8, 2001. Total amount of this contract is not to exceed $100.
The Board reviewed Astrid & Rolf Diek’s application for a new liquor license for Wind Mountain Resort (license no.083520-1E). The Board stated they have no objection to the approval of this application, authorizing the sale of beer and wine at the above named establishment located at 50561 State Highway 14 in Home Valley.
The Chair was authorized to sign the Personnel Committee’s recommendation approving an exceptional qualification request of step 3, range 26 for the Planning and Community Development Director’s position.
The meeting recessed at 11:10 a.m., Monday, August 13, 2001.
The Board participated in a staff meeting from approximately 11:15 until 12:00 noon with no action taken.
The meeting reconvened at 1:40 p.m., Monday, August 13, 2001 with Chairman McKee and Commissioner Talent present. Commissioner Quinn’s absence was noted due to his attending a SW Washington Health District meeting in Vancouver.
The Board reviewed the request from Home Valley Water District to purchase the 1990 Chevrolet pickup (VIN 1GCGK24K5LE206129- inventory #103) for $875 instead of the $1,750 (re: August 6th minutes). Following discussion, a motion was made, seconded and approved to authorize the sale of this vehicle to the Home Valley Water District for $875 (plus sales tax) instead of $1,750 approved August 6, 2001.
The Board and Ken Cohen, Community Events and Recreation Director, discussed the condition
of the 1982 GMC 15-passenger Vehicle #0-647. The Board was advised that this vehicle is not in
good condition and possibly not highway worthy. The Board requested the Public Works
Department inspect the vehicle and report their findings back to the Board. No action regarding
disposition of this vehicle was made at this time.
The Board advised that there would not be a quorum throughout the morning of Tuesday, August 14, 2001 due to Chairman McKee’s attending a WRIA 29 meeting in Longview, WA and Commissioner Quinn’s attending the Columbia River Gorge Commission meeting in Stevenson, WA.
The meeting recessed at 2:05 p.m., Monday, August 13, 2001.
The meeting reconvened at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 14, 2001 with Commissioners Quinn and Talent present. Commissioner Quinn served as Acting Chair, noting Chairman McKee’s absence as previously stated.
Ruby Mason, Mid-Columbia Housing Authority, discussed the idea of organizing a Regional Housing Authority through the Columbia River Gorge area. Funding, administration and general benefits for residents were generally discussed. This type of agency would administer the HUD Section 8 Rental Assistance Program and would have the potential to assist the low-income with housing needs. The Board set this issue for further discussion on August 21, 2001 at 1:30 p.m.
Chuck Bryan, Sheriff, discussed the need for additional funds, which would be utilized as matching funds associated with existing substance abuse prevention and treatment programs. The Sheriff receives $64,780 through state and federal grant funds and is requesting an additional $17,941 in matching funds for assistance with administrative support and oversight during the period of July 1, 2001 through June 30, 2002. Following discussion, it was moved and seconded to approve that $9,000 be provided for a supplement to the Sheriff’s budget for the period ending December 31, 2001. Motion carried.
Motion was made to authorize the Planning Department to prepare a grant application in the amount of $15,000 to the Office of Community Development through their Growth Management Program for updating the County’s Critical Areas Ordinance. When completed, will be presented for the Board’s signature. Note was made that no County funds are committed as a result of this action. Motion was seconded and passed.
Charly Boyd, Staff Planner, updated the Board on efforts to develop a strategy for eradication of milfoil. The Planning Department met with the Noxious Weed Board, Community Events and Recreation Department, Department of Ecology, Wind River Water Shed Council and the Underwood Conservation District to discuss the concerns and objectives of each group in eradicating milfoil. It was decided that Skamania County would propose to the Board in their 2002 budget the matching funds associated with the Department of Ecology’s $30,000 grant for developing a milfoil eradication plan. The Department of Ecology’s grant requires a $10,000 match, which could be comprised of in-kind services as well as interlocal agreement services. No action was taken as a result of this update.
Charly Boyd, Staff Planner, presented a written report on the Washougal River water quality and quantity status provided from WRIA 27 and WRIA 28. Comments and concerns of the Board should be given to Ms. Boyd to relay to the respective WRIA Boards.
Two vouchers were approved (drawn on the Fair Fund), paying the Skamania County Fair Board $815.00 for timber carnival and talent show prizes. Note was made that $625 of this payment represents private donations contributed for timber carnival prizes.
Note was made that only Commissioner Quinn would be attending the PacifiCorp meeting in Portland (as noted on the August 15th agenda). This meeting is for discussion of water levels at Swift Creek Reservoir, Lewis River Relicensing and Condit Dam.
The meeting recessed at 3:25 p.m., Tuesday, August 14, 2001.
The meeting reconvened at 10:05 a.m., Thursday, August 16, 2001 with Commissioners Quinn and Talent present with Commissioner Quinn serving as Acting Chair. Chairman McKee’s absence was noted due to his attending interviews for the vacant Office Assistant position in the Commissioner’s office.
Vouchers for the period of August 1, 2001 through August 16, 2001 were approved in the amount of $650,843.86 (per attached Exhibit “A”).
The Board discussed the benefits of Skamania County implementing a Geographical Information System (GIS) with Mike Bond, Lonnie Morgan and Diana Ross from the US Forest Service; Steve Grichel, Staff Planner; Richard Rush, Central Services Director; Sharon DoByne, Chief Deputy Assessor and Brent Holman, Engineer. Chairman McKee joined the meeting at approximately 10:46 a.m. Topics addressed included cost of implementation; maintenance expenses; location and accessibility. Brent Holman will organize a meeting with interested parties and report the meeting results to the Board. No action was taken on this matter at this time.
The meeting recessed at 11:08 a.m., Thursday, August 16, 2001.
The meeting reconvened at 11:45 a.m., Thursday, August 16, 2001 with all Commissioners present.
The Board approved and signed a hold harmless agreement for Williams-Scotsman, Inc. for use of an office trailer rental for the Extension Office at the Skamania County Fair. Term runs from July 30, 2001 through August 31, 2001.
The meeting recessed at approximately 11:50 a.m., Thursday, August 16, 2001.
The meeting reconvened at 2:05 p.m. Thursday, August 16, 2001 with Chairman McKee and Commissioner Talent present. Commissioner Quinn’s absence was noted due to his being at the Skamania County Fair.
The Board approved advertising for a full-time replacement for position no. 3 on the Board of Equalization. Note was made that Clyde Camp, who previously filled position no. 3, was appointed to fill the alternate position (no. 5) on August 13th. Position No. 3 is now vacant and the appointee will serve through June 30, 2004.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 2:15 p.m., Thursday, August 16, 2001.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
SKAMANIA COUNTY, WASHINGTON
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