Bonner County public meetings in 2025

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on several contracts, including campground reservations and weed management cost sharing. The board will also review claims totaling $216,227.48 and discuss Road & Bridge litigation in executive session.

• FY26 Claims Batch #13 totaling $216,227.48
• Trestle Creek FLAP Project contract extension to FY2027
• Garfield Bay Campground online reservations contract with Firefly
• Liquor licenses for Oldtown Tavern and Cedar Street Hotel & Suites
• Plat approval for MLD0034-25, Steamboat Acres

The Board approved several grant applications for the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation and a reservation contract for Garfield Bay Campground. They also authorized funding for juvenile probation services and approved over $216,000 in claims payments.

• Approved Garfield Bay Campground online reservations contract with Firefly (3-0)
• Approved RTP Grant for Priest Lake Groomers with $11,600 county match (3-0)
• Approved RTP Grant for Sandpoint (9B) with $9,600 county match (3-0)
• Approved 2026 Selkirk Cooperative Weed Management Area operating plan and $15,120 cost share application (3-0)
• Approved Selkirk Cooperative Weed Management Area End of Year Report (3-0)
• Approved MOA for juvenile probation services funding for FY 2025-2026 (3-0)
• Approved FY26 Claims Batch #13 totaling $216,227.48 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Steamboat Acres plat and Trestle Creek FLAP project extension (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to determine duties and responsibilities for the annual county fair, rodeo, and horse show. The board will also discuss expectations for Fair Board members and the maintenance of the fairgrounds.

• Duties and responsibilities for conducting the Annual County Fair, Rodeo, and Horse Show
• BOCC expectations for Fair Board members
• Fair Board Enterprise Funds and budget presentation requirements
• Responsibilities for maintaining and operating the Bonner County Fairgrounds

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to decide on an emergency disaster declaration regarding windstorms. The body will also review several financial claims, liquor license renewals, and personnel updates.

• Emergency Disaster Declaration regarding windstorms
• Technology software renewal invoice for $145,499.56
• FY26 Claims Batch #12 totaling $214,875.60 and Demands Batch #12 totaling $55,965.90
• Liquor licenses for Hayden Beverage Co, The Mango Tree, Pearl’s on The Lake, Pack River General Store, Popeye’s Lounge, Vicki Rae’s Pizza, and The District Bistro & Wine Shop
• Sheriff fingerprint printer/scanner annual maintenance agreement for $3,975.80

The Board of County Commissioners approved a county-wide disaster declaration following extreme windstorms. The board also approved several financial payments, insurance renewals, and specific HR job description updates.

• Approved disaster declaration for all of Bonner County due to extreme weather (3-0)
• Approved HR Generalist Compensation and Benefits and Talent Acquisition job descriptions (3-0)
• Approved certification pay for two HR Generalists effective January 9, 2026 (2-1)
• Approved workers compensation insurance renewal with State Insurance Fund (3-0)
• Approved FY26 Claims Batch #12 totaling $214,875.60 (3-0)
• Approved FY26 Demands Batch #12 totaling $55,965.90 (3-0)
• Approved $3,975.80 fingerprint printer/scanner maintenance agreement (3-0)
• Denied motion to require HR Director to draft a public retraction regarding Fair Board (1-2)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The board will draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Review of proposed Comprehensive Plan Map for the entire County
• Discussion of map changes specifically in West Bonner County
• Drafting modifications to planning file AM0007-24

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss a State Disaster Emergency regarding flooding in Bonner County. The board will consider a decision on a Delegation Letter of Authority.

• Discussion and decision regarding State Disaster Emergency for Bonner County Flooding
• Delegation Letter of Authority

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a request to reconsider the denial of a subdivision project. The hearing is limited to specific issues raised by the applicant concerning findings of fact and conclusions of law.

• File S0001-25: Proposal to subdivide a 32.67-acre parcel off Baldy Mountain Road into 24 residential lots and one stormwater tract

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of a Conditional Use Permit. The appeal concerns a proposed gravel pit on a 38.48-acre property previously approved by the Hearing Examiner.

• Appeal of File CUP0005-25 for a gravel pit off Curtis Creek Road

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and make a decision regarding litigation. The meeting includes an executive session for this purpose.

• Discussion and decision regarding litigation

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on a hiring matter related to planning. The meeting includes an executive session for this purpose.

• Discussion and decision regarding hiring for Planning

Bonner County Zoning Commission

The Commission unanimously recommended a zone change from Suburban to Commercial for the Ranch Club project. A recommendation to approve the Yoman Bluffs PUD failed in an initial vote, and a subsequent motion to recommend denial was rescinded.

• Recommended approval of zone change from Suburban to Commercial for Ranch Club (5-0)
• Denied recommendation for approval of Yoman Bluffs PUD/Subdivision (2-3)
• Rescinded motion to recommend denial of Yoman Bluffs PUD/Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved Amended Agenda (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on tax cancelation requests. The meeting includes reviews of requests from the Assessor’s Office and the Treasurer’s Office, as well as mobile home extensions.

• Tax cancelation requests for 7 Assessor's Office parcels
• Tax cancelation request for Treasurer's Office parcel MH01255000002L
• Discussion and decision regarding 7 mobile home extensions

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet with the Assessor’s Office to discuss a tax exemption reconsideration. The body will decide on the status of one specific property parcel.

• Tax exemption decision for Parcel# RPS0389002001BA

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Ambulance Service District Board will meet to discuss and decide on a batch of FY26 claims. The board will also review its task list and receive updates on insurance and budget forecasts.

• Decision on FY26 Claims Batch #5 totaling $34,042.10
• Insurance update
• Budget forecast update
• Task list review and updates

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved a county-wide disaster declaration and a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for emergency flood response. The board also authorized several equipment purchases and approved routine financial claims.

• Approved disaster declaration for all of Bonner County (3-0)
• Approved cooperative agreement for Emergency Flood Response Assistance with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (3-0)
• Approved $409,750.00 bid to Pape Machinery Inc. for one 2026 John Deere 772p AWD grader (3-0)
• Approved $49,885.11 for the purchase of Dell computer servers (3-0)
• Approved $11,701.89 for Sheriff's communications critical infrastructure (3-0)
• Approved $10,185.64 for dispatch clock (3-0)
• Approved FY26 Claims Batch #11 totaling $795,608.45 and Demands Batch #11 totaling $80,130.71 (3-0)
• Approved Meadow Ridge Final Plat and 10 liquor licenses (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet in executive session to discuss and decide on a hiring matter. The meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2025.

• Discussion and decision regarding hiring

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to enter an executive session. The body will discuss and decide on matters related to litigation.

• Discussion and decision regarding litigation

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Bonner County Planning Commission will review the process for recommending zoning code revisions, including files AM0012-25 and AM0013-25. The body will also receive an update on groundwater source protection and review specific glossary terms and code chapters.

• Assessment of zoning code revision process (files AM0012-25 and AM0013-25)
• Groundwater Source Protection Technical Committee update
• Review of Title 12, Chapters 3 & 4
• Review of the Glossary of Terms
• Decision on January 6, 2026, agenda items

The Commission approved the November 18, 2025, meeting minutes. Members reviewed proposed edits to Title 12, Chapters 3 and 4 of the zoning code and received a technical update on groundwater source protection. No final zoning code changes were decided.

• Approved November 18, 2025, minutes with amendments
• Tabled discussion on Title 12-315.I regarding Planning Director vs. Board authority
• Agreed that Commissioner Bowman and Interim Director Feyen will review Chapters 1-2 for further necessary revisions

BOCC Advisory Boards, Councils, & Committees

The Waterways Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and make decisions regarding WIF grant proposals. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion and decision regarding WIF grant proposals

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on legal billing. The meeting includes an executive session for litigation and records exempt matters.

• Discussion and decision regarding legal billing

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding File AM0021-25. The board is considering a modification to the Area of City Impact (AOI) for the City of Oldtown to comply with Idaho Code requirements.

• File AM0021-25: Modification to the Area of Impact for the City of Oldtown

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to decide on three property requests. Two requests were recommended for denial by the Planning and Zoning Commissions, while one was recommended for approval.

• File AM0003-25: Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment from Ag/Forest Land to Rural Residential for 10.72 acres at Hwy 200 and Old Highway
• File ZC0008-25: Zone Change from Agricultural/Forestry-10 to Rural 5 for 10.72 acres at Highway 200 and Old Highway
• File ZC0011-25: Zone Change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for 10 acres off Lazy Spade Lane

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on several financial payments, including a claims batch totaling $878,144.78. The board is also considering a federal aid bridge grant application and appointments to the Zoning Commission and Waterways Advisory Committee.

• FY26 Claims Batch #10 totaling $878,144.78
• FY26 Demands Batch #10 totaling $157,370.97
• FY26 Federal Aid Bridge Grant Application
• Property Use Agreement for Colburn Culver Rd Bridge at Pack River North Project
• Liquor license renewals for multiple businesses including Priest Lake Marina and various Sandpoint establishments

The Board approved a federal aid bridge grant application and several payment batches totaling over $1 million. The commission also appointed new members to the Zoning and Waterways Advisory committees and approved a property use agreement for bridge construction.

• Approved $3,842,000 Federal Aid Incentive Program: Bridge FY2026 Application (3-0)
• Approved FY26 Claims Batch #10 totaling $878,144.78 (3-0)
• Approved FY26 Demands Batch #10 totaling $157,370.97 (3-0)
• Approved IT contract for email migration in the amount of $79,673.86 (3-0)
• Appointed Mark Knapp and Jennifer Arn to the Waterways Advisory Committee (2-1)
• Appointed James Pound to the Zoning Commission (3-0)
• Approved temporary property use agreement with William Befort for Colburn Culver Rd Bridge (3-0)
• Approved Juvenile Justice 24/25 Annual Financial Report (3-0)

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet with the Ambulance Service District. The body will discuss and decide on changes to medical insurance benefits.

• Decision regarding medical insurance benefits change

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss winter maintenance policies in relation to population growth and Sheriff office expectations. The department will also review a proposed contracted box culvert project for Melody Lane for next summer.

• Winter Maintenance VS Policy discussion
• Melody Lane Culvert project contracting
• Trash on County Right of Way at 431 North Riley Creek Road
• Grant applications for Whiskey Jack Bridge
• Grant applications for guardrail projects near bodies of water

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Solid Waste body is meeting to review the performance of new fees and clarify procedures for solid waste stickers for new owners. The group will also discuss the Clark Fork Collection Site hours of operation and repair timelines for Grizzly.

• Review of new fee performance
• Decision on handling solid waste stickers for new owners
• Update on Grizzly repair timeline
• Decision regarding Clark Fork Collection Site hours of operation

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map (file AM0007-24). The body will draft modifications to the amendment before scheduling a public hearing.

• Review of the proposed Comprehensive Plan Map for the entire County
• Discussion of proposed map changes in West Bonner County

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and make decisions regarding the Fair, Fairgrounds, and Fair Board.

• Discussion and decision regarding Fair, Fairgrounds, and Fair Board

The Board of County Commissioners decided that fair employees are employees of the County and answer to the Board of County Commissioners rather than the Fair Board. The board stated that the Fair Board has no direct supervisory role over County employees, only a coordination role. The commissioners intend to further define the role of the Bonner County Fair Board.

• Approved motion that fair employees answer to the Board of County Commissioners (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting with Road & Bridge. The body will discuss and decide on bids for a 2026 motor grader.

• Bid opening and decision regarding a 2026 motor grader

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Ambulance Service District will meet to discuss and decide on a batch of FY26 claims and a letter of intent from Columbia Bank. The board will also review a task list and a budget forecast update.

• FY26 Claims Batch #4 totaling $22,414.60
• Letter of Intent from Columbia Bank
• Budget Forecast Update
• Task List review and updates

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on a claims batch totaling $214,708.28 and a qualifications request for the Administration Building 1st floor remodel. The board will also review liquor licenses and a subdivision final plat.

• FY26 Claims Batch #09 totaling $214,708.28
• Qualifications Request for the Administration Building 1st Floor Remodel
• Final Plat for Lochlyn Estates Subdivision (SS0003-22)
• Liquor licenses for Farmhouse Kitchen & BBQ, Willow Bay North, and Powder Hound Pizza
• Invoices over $5k: Fox Autobody ($9,698.64), Karpel ($7,293.75), and a grant-covered invoice ($9,888)

The Board of County Commissioners approved a $214,708.28 claims batch and a budget cleanup resolution to reallocate funds from the General Fund Statutory Reserve. The board also authorized seeking architectural qualifications for the Administration Building 1st Floor Remodel and approved the Lochlyn Estates Subdivision final plat.

• Approved FY26 Claims Batch #09 totaling $214,708.28 (3-0)
• Authorized FY25 Budget Cleanup to decrease General Fund Statutory Reserve by $41,606.34 and increase specific department line items (3-0)
• Authorized Engineering to obtain architectural qualifications for Administration Building 1st Floor Remodel (3-0)
• Interpreted zoning boundary on RP0023401002BOAA to be entirely zoned Recreation (3-0)
• Approved final plat for Lochlyn Estates Subdivision, File No. SS0003-22 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including liquor licenses for Farmhouse Kitchen & BBQ, Willow Bay North, and Powder Hound Pizza (3-0)
• Approved invoices for Risk ($9,698.64) and Prosecutor ($7,293.75 and $9,888) (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Zoning Commission. The body will then enter an executive session to discuss and decide on a hire.

• Applicant interviews for Zoning Commissioner
• Decision regarding hiring for the Zoning Commission

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Bonner County Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss groundwater source protection and review specific sections of the county code. The body will also determine the agenda items for the December 16, 2025, meeting.

• Groundwater Source Protection Technical Committee update
• Review of the Glossary of Terms
• Review of Title 12, Chapters 3 & 4
• Decision on December 16, 2025, agenda items

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting with elected officials and department heads for monthly updates. A training session with Risk Management for SafetyPlus is scheduled to follow the meeting.

• Training with Risk Management for SafetyPlus

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on a technology-related matter. The meeting is scheduled as an executive session with records exempt under Idaho Code.

• Discussion and decision regarding Technology records exempt under Idaho Code § 74-206(1)(D)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on several high-value financial batches and equipment purchases for the Sheriff's office and Priest River Airport. The meeting also includes reviews of liquor licenses and a discussion on remote work costs.

• FY26 Claims Batch #08 totaling $308,557.57 and Demands Batch #08 totaling $38,804.61
• Frontline Communication Systems purchase for $44,987.85 and Salt Lake Wholesale Sports purchase for $20,670.54
• Priest River Airport projects for snow removal equipment building and pavement maintenance
• Liquor licenses for 15 businesses including Holiday Shores Marina, Super 1 Foods, and Schweitzer Mountain Resort
• Time extension request for River Ranch (File S0003-23)

The Board of County Commissioners approved several operational contracts, including sheriff's office equipment and medical services. The board also authorized two work orders for the Priest River Airport and a time extension for the River Ranch project. A proposal for FY25 budget cleanup was denied.

• Approved FY26 Claims Batch #08 totaling $308,557.57 (3-0)
• Approved FY26 Demands Batch #08 totaling $38,804.61 (3-0)
• Denied FY25 Budget Cleanup resolution (1-2)
• Approved Priest River Airport snow removal and pavement maintenance work orders (2-1 and 3-0)
• Approved $44,987.85 for sheriff's vehicle parts and $20,670.54 for ammunition (3-0)
• Approved medical services contract with Troy W. Geyman, M.D. up to $51,400 annually (3-0)
• Approved River Ranch (File S0003-23) time extension to March 6, 2028 (3-0)
• Approved Canon U.S.A. copy machine lease at $235.52 per month (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and decide on a hiring matter for the Planning department. The meeting includes an executive session for this purpose.

• Discussion and decision regarding hiring for Planning

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a Human Resources update. The session focuses on personnel interviews, budget preparations, and departmental realignment.

• Planning Director candidate interviews
• Preparations for FY27 Budget Cycle
• DMV/DL Realignment Project
• Biometrics Screening Event (11/19/25)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review financial updates and reporting for the Fair and Fairgrounds. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss personnel and exempt records.

• Discussion and decision regarding Fair reporting and Fairgrounds matters
• Executive session regarding personnel and exempt records

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and the associated map (file AM0007-24). The body will draft modifications to the amendment before scheduling a public hearing. Discussions will focus on the county-wide map with an emphasis on West Bonner County.

• Proposed update to Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Review of the Comprehensive Plan Map for the entire county
• Proposed map changes in West Bonner County

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and decide on a hiring matter for the Planning department. The meeting includes an executive session for this purpose.

• Discussion and decision regarding hiring for Planning

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and the associated map (file AM0007-24). The body will draft modifications to the amendment before scheduling a public hearing.

• Proposed update to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan
• Review of the Comprehensive Plan Map for the entire County
• Discussion of proposed map changes in West Bonner County

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss modifications to the Area of City Impact (AOI) for the cities of Sandpoint and Priest River. These modifications are required by Idaho Code to be completed by December 31, 2025. The AOI is a planning tool for future growth and does not change zoning, taxes, or city governing authority.

• File AM0006-25: Modification to the Area of Impact for the City of Sandpoint
• File AM0019-25: Modification to the Area of Impact for the City of Priest River

Bonner County Zoning Commission

The Bonner County Zoning Commission will consider four action items regarding land use permits and variances. The body will decide on a communication tower, a mechanical services home occupation, a site plan modification, and a property line setback variance.

• CUP0011-24: Conditional Use Permit for a 190’ lattice communication tower on Northgate Road
• HO0004-25: Tier 3 Home Occupation Permit for mechanical/welding services off Hoop Loop
• MOD0007-25: Modification of V0010-24 to add a lean-to addition off Fir Drive
• V0028-25: Variance request for a 3-inch property line setback off S. Diamond Park Road

The Commission approved a Tier 3 Home Occupation Permit for mechanical services and a site plan modification for a lean-to addition. A request for a communication tower was continued to a later date, and a property line setback variance was denied.

• Approved Home Occupation Permit Tier 3 for mechanical/welding services (HO0004-25) (4-0)
• Approved modification of site plan V0010-24 to include a lean-to addition (MOD0007-25) (4-0)
• Continued communication tower permit (CUP0011-24) to a later date until a fifth commissioner is appointed (4-0)
• Denied property line setback variance (V0028-25) (Outcome recorded as motion to deny)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and decide on tax cancellation requests. These requests involve homeowners exemptions for multiple parcels as submitted by the Assessor’s Office.

• Decision regarding tax cancellation requests for homeowners exemptions (multiple parcels)

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Ambulance Service District will meet to approve minutes and specific expenditures. The board is deciding on a claims batch and reviewing budget forecasts.

• Payment of $9,250.00 invoice to Idaho Employment Lawyers, PLLC
• Decision regarding FY26 Claims Batch #3 totaling $51,227.30
• Budget forecast update
• Task list review and updates

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on FY25 claims totaling $877,078.42 and FY26 demands of $57,384.91. The body will also consider contract renewals for legal services, MLS agreements, and snowplowing.

• FY25 Claims Batch #07 totaling $877,078.42
• Technology software renewal invoice for $30,804.48
• Renewal of Municipal Prosecutor Legal Services contract with the City of Sandpoint
• Approval of RK Davis Subdivision plat (MLD0005-25)
• Liquor license approvals for 11 businesses including Westmond Chevron and Safeway Store #350

The Board approved two payment batches totaling $934,463.33 and renewed legal services for the City of Sandpoint. The commissioners also revoked a wildfire disaster declaration and approved several data and snowplowing contracts, though a request for porta-potty funding at the Priest River DMV was denied.

• Approved FY26 Claims Batch #07 totaling $877,078.42 (3-0)
• Approved FY26 Demands Batch #07 totaling $57,384.91 (3-0)
• Approved contract amendment for City of Sandpoint municipal prosecutor services (3-0)
• Approved revocation of wildfire disaster declaration Resolution 25-51 (3-0)
• Approved license agreements with Selkirk MLS and Coeur D’Alene MLS (3-0)
• Denied funding and contract for porta-potty services at Priest River DMV (0-3)
• Approved 1099 FIRE quote for Form 1095-C outsourcing services (3-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 snowplowing contracts for Weekend Hoe Excavation and John Pipkin (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct interviews for the Waterways Advisory Committee. The board will hold an executive session to discuss and decide on hiring for the committee.

• Applicant interviews for Waterways Advisory Committee
• Hiring decision for Waterways Advisory Committee

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Bonner County Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review its project priority list and specific sections of Title 12. The body will also receive an update from the Groundwater Source Protection Technical Committee.

• Review of Planning Commission Project Priority List
• Review of Title 12, Chapters 3 & 4
• Review of the Glossary of Terms
• Groundwater Source Protection Technical Committee Update
• Decision on December 2, 2025, agenda items

The Commission established a timeline for future goals, including updates to zoning descriptions and the Comprehensive Plan. Members also reviewed Title 12, Chapters 3 and 4, and discussed the creation of a public zoning map. The Commission agreed that groundwater protection language is not yet ready for inclusion in the BCRC code.

• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes with amendments
• Established target dates for Planning Action Items, including T12 Ch3 and 4 updates by April 7, 2026
• Agreed that groundwater protection language is premature for inclusion in BCRC code
• Agreed to individually review and annotate the Comprehensive Plan Glossary Terms
• Adjusted verbiage for Title 12 sections 12-310 and 12-311

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding File S0001-25. The board is reviewing a request to reconsider a previously denied subdivision project.

• File S0001-25: Proposal to subdivide 32.67 acres off Baldy Mountain Road into 24 residential lots and one stormwater tract

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on legal billing. The meeting includes an executive session for litigation and records exempt matters.

• Discussion and decision regarding legal billing

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and decide on the canvass of the November 4, 2025 elections.

• Canvass of the November 4, 2025 Election

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a workshop to discuss updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The body will draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Review of proposed Comprehensive Plan Map for the entire County
• Discussion of map changes specifically in West Bonner County
• Drafting modifications to planning file AM0007-24

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss modifying the Area of City Impact (AOI) for three municipalities. These AOIs are planning tools used to project future growth and do not grant the cities governing authority over the properties within those areas.

• File AM0008-25: Modification to the Area of Impact for the City of Kootenai
• File AM0005-25: Modification to the Area of Impact for the City of Dover
• File AM0010-25: Modification to the Area of Impact for the City of East Hope

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with Auditing and Recording to review financial batches and license renewals. The body will decide on payments for specific claims and demands for fiscal year 2026.

• FY26 Claims Batch #06 totaling $256,713.32
• FY26 Demands Batch #06 totaling $40,869.36
• 2026 Liquor License Renewals

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a subdivision request. The body is considering a proposal to divide a 7.57-acre lot into 23 residential lots.

• File S0004-24: Proposal to divide one 7.57-acre lot into 23 residential lots (0.15 to 0.52 acres each) at The Idaho Club, off Lower Pack River Road and North Idaho Club Drive

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding File MOD0003-24. The board is deciding on requested modifications to a conditional use permit and subdivision on North Park Road.

• Modification of CUP0006-20, SS0006-20, and MOD0001-22
• Reduction of proposed marina boat slips from 105 to 88
• Request to extend timeline for final plat and CUP issuance to summer 2028
• Transfer of +/- 5.79 acres of land to the Kalispel Tribe
• Restoration of the North Branch of Trestle Creek

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will receive a monthly update from the Solid Waste department. The meeting will cover end-of-year totals and updates regarding Grizzly and collection sites.

• Discussion of end-of-year totals
• Grizzly update
• Solid Waste Collection Sites updates

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting with the Assessor’s Office. The body will discuss and decide whether to place a porta potty at the Priest River DMV location.

• Decision regarding placing a porta potty at the Priest River DMV location

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to decide on two text amendments to the Bonner County Revised Code Title 12. These proposals seek to reorganize land division rules and update administrative procedures for zoning and planning.

• File AM0012-25: Proposed rewrite of land division rules, including renaming 'Long' and 'Short' subdivisions and removing 'Minor Land Division' types
• File AM0012-25: Proposed requirement for all new lots created via land division to have a sanitary restriction lift
• File AM0013-25: Proposed change to administrative variance thresholds from 30% to 20%
• File AM0013-25: Proposed requirement that all zoning complaints be submitted on a standard Planning Department form
• File AM0013-25: Proposed new public notice standards requiring 15 days of notice beyond state minimums

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with the Planning Department. The meeting is focused on a discussion and decision regarding personnel in an executive session.

• Executive session regarding personnel

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a public workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The body will discuss and draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Discussion of proposed update to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Review of the associated Comprehensive Plan Map

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on deputy designation and remuneration. The meeting includes an executive session regarding personnel.

• Discussion and decision regarding deputy designation and remuneration

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on tax cancellation requests. The requests originate from the Assessor's Office and the Treasurer's Office.

• Tax cancellation request for Parcel LR54N02W104800
• Tax cancellation request for Parcel RPS73120077103
• Tax cancellation request for Parcel RP54N02W104800
• Tax cancellation request for Parcel MH05206000001A

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is meeting with the Sheriff. The session is designated as records exempt under Idaho Code § 74-206(1)(D).

• Discussion and decision regarding records exempt items

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting with Facilities. The body will discuss and decide on a sole source purchase to replace a broken door.

• Decision regarding a Broken Door Sole Source Purchase

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Ambulance Service District Board will meet to approve previous minutes and specific invoices. The board is scheduled to decide on a batch of claims and review budget forecasts.

• Payment of $9,267.00 invoice to Acrisure Insurance
• Decision regarding FY26 Claims Batch #2 totaling $16,669.28
• Budget forecast update
• Task list review and updates

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

The Bonner County Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit and three property variances. The body will decide on the legality of a proposed tower and specific building setbacks for a single-family home.

• File CUP0006-25: Conditional Use Permit for a Communications Tower on a 1.68 acre property off Woodland Drive
• File V0020-25 Myers: Request for a 10-foot street setback from Old Schneider Road
• File V0020-25 Myers: Request for an impervious surface variance to 40%
• File V0020-25 Myers: Request for a 33-foot stream setback from Kalispell Creek

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on several high-cost contracts, including a $128,201.52 email migration and road equipment. The board is also reviewing liquor licenses, plat approvals, and solid waste fee resolutions.

• Sole source purchase for email migration: $128,201.52
• Road & Bridge equipment: bits ($45,432) and sanders ($44,700)
• FY26 Claims Batch #05 totaling $139,537.99
• Plat approvals for Church Acres, McCutchan Lots, and Cedar Grove Second Addition
• Resolution to establish Solid Waste fees

The Board approved several operational contracts for solid waste and road maintenance, including new disposal fees effective December 1, 2025. They also authorized budget carryovers for the Sheriff's Office and Solid Waste departments and approved a $128,201.52 email migration purchase.

• Approved $139,537.99 for FY26 Claims Batch #05 (3-0)
• Approved $9,317.28 for FY26 Demands Batch #05 (3-0)
• Approved carrying forward $213,378.00 to the Sheriff’s Office Jail Budget (3-0)
• Approved $45,432.00 for plow and grader bits from EB Blades (3-0)
• Approved $44,700.00 for two custom-built sanders from Steve Peck Fabrication, LLC (3-0)
• Approved metal waste contract with Pacific Steel and Recycling at $101.00 per ton (3-0)
• Approved wood grinding contract with Wood Solutions LLC at $49.50 per ton (3-0)
• Approved $128,201.52 sole source purchase for email migration (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning request. The board is considering a change from Rural 5 to Suburban for two properties.

• File ZC0002-25: Request to change 5-acre and 6.56-acre properties off Hatcher Road from Rural 5 to Suburban

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Bonner County Planning Commission will discuss the Southside Water and Sewer District scope of work and establish a priority list of projects for BOCC approval. The body will also consider modifications to its own by-laws.

• Review of Scope of Work by Southside Water and Sewer District
• Appointment of a Subcommittee to review Ground and Source Water Protection
• Creation of a Priority List of Projects for the Planning Commission
• Review and Modification of Planning Commission By-Laws

The Planning Commission established a priority list for tasked projects, starting with Title 12, Chapters 3 and 4, followed by Title 11. The Commission decided that edits to its by-laws were not necessary. No action was taken on the proposed $37,000 ground water technical committee due to budget and legal review requirements.

• Approved October 21, 2025, meeting minutes as amended
• Created project priority list starting with Title 12, Chapters 3 and 4, then Title 11
• Decided edits to Planning Commission by-laws were not necessary

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with elected officials and department heads. The agenda consists of procedural updates from commissioners and department heads.

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and make decisions regarding personnel. The session involves Human Resources, Justice Services, and the Sheriff’s Office.

• Personnel discussion/decision regarding Human Resources
• Personnel discussion/decision regarding Justice Services
• Personnel discussion/decision regarding Sheriff’s Office

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change the zoning of a 10-acre property. The applicant is seeking to change the zoning from Rural 10 to Rural 5. This follows a previous denial of the project by the Board on August 27, 2025.

• File ZC0003-25: Zone Change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for a 10-acre property off Hidden Valley Road

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on multiple claims batches and liquor license applications. The meeting includes discussions on railroad quiet zone policies and a partial surety release for Fisher Haven Estates.

• FY26 Claims Batch #04 totaling $346,616.05
• FY25 Claims Batch #55 totaling $47,071.14
• FY26 Demands Batch #04 totaling $6,298.64
• Railroad Quiet Zone Policy Update 2025
• Partial Release of Surety for SS0006-22 Fisher Haven Estates

The Board approved a foundational framework for establishing railroad crossing quiet zones, requiring requestors to pay for consultant engineers. The Board also approved several claims payments and a partial surety release for a housing project.

• Approved Railroad Quiet Zone Policy Update 2025 framework (2-0)
• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #55 totaling $47,071.14 (2-0)
• Approved FY26 Claims Batch #04 totaling $346,616.05 (2-0)
• Approved FY26 Demands Batch #04 totaling $6,298.64 (2-0)
• Approved partial surety release of $52,039.65 for Fisher Haven Estates project SS0006-22 (2-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including October 2 minutes and multiple liquor licenses (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for an executive session regarding records exempt under Idaho Code § 74-206(1)(D). The session focuses on Human Resources matters.

• Discussion and decision regarding records exempt

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Human Resources Department is meeting to discuss several areas where the county currently lacks formal policy. The body will review unemployment insurance claims and the job description for the Fair Manager.

• Bonner County’s role in unemployment insurance claims
• Lack of policy addressing administrative leave
• Lack of policy addressing relocation reimbursement
• Lack of policy addressing volunteers/interns
• Bonner County Fair Manager job description

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to receive an annual update from the Idaho Department of Lands.

• Annual Update with Idaho Department of Lands

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and decide on email migration matters.

• Decision regarding email migration matters

BOCC Advisory Boards, Councils, & Committees

The Bonner County Airport Advisory Board will meet to discuss operations and reports for the Sandpoint and Priest River airports. The board will consider revised RFP criteria for Executive Row Lots and Priest River.

• Revised RFP criteria for Executive Row Lots and Priest River
• Field operations updates for Sandpoint and Priest River
• FAA and TTF matters update
• Engineer's reports for Sandpoint and Priest River

BOCC Advisory Boards, Councils, & Committees

The Natural Resources Committee will meet to discuss water use and resources and the Idaho Transportation Department. The body will also consider changing its meeting frequency to quarterly and review board vacancies.

• Discussion on Water Use and Resources
• Discussion on Idaho Transportation Department
• Proposal to change meeting frequency to quarterly
• Review of current board members and vacancies
• Updates from USFS and Panhandle Forest Collaborative

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a public workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The board intends to draft modifications to the proposal in planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Discussion of Land Use Component update to the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Review of the associated Comprehensive Plan Map

Bonner County Zoning Commission

The Bonner County Zoning Commission will decide on three separate zone change applications. The commission will also swear in new members and elect officers.

• File ZC0011-25: Request to change 10 acres off Lazy Spade Lane from Rural 10 to Rural 5
• File ZC0012-25: Request to change ±7.175 acres off N. Riley Creek Road from Suburban to Commercial
• File ZC0005-25: Request to change ±1153 acres off Peninsula Road and Hope School Road from Rural 10 to Recreation
• Swearing in of new commissioners
• Election of new officers

The Commission recommended the approval of one zone change and the denial of another to the Board of County Commissioners. One request was postponed, and the commission elected new officers.

• Elected Commissioner Jeffery Poulson as Chair (3-1)
• Elected Commissioner Brett Blaser as secondary chair (unanimous)
• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes
• Recommended approval of zone change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for Smith (ZC0011-25) (3-1)
• Postponed hearing for SixPak LLC zone change from Suburban to Commercial (ZC0012-25) (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of zone change from Rural-10 to Recreation for DOMAR (ZC0005-25) (3-0 with 1 abstention)
• Agreed to hold two zoning hearings per month

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit and two right-of-way vacations. One item involves a project remanded by the District Court.

• CUP0022-23: Conditional Use Permit for a communication tower off U.S. Hwy 95 and Cindy Lane
• VS0002-24: Vacation of 1.16 acres of Bloom Lake Road right-of-way
• VS0003-25: Vacation of 0.45 acres of the south half of Fairview Boulevard

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss property tax recovery and approve various claims and invoices. The board will also consider liquor licenses and contracts for sheriff's office services.

• Recovery of Forgone Property Tax for Tax Year 2025
• FY25 and FY26 claims and demands totaling $462,088.92
• Liquor licenses for 12 businesses including Cabin View Winery and Boondox Bar & Grill
• Sheriff's office expenditures for Leads Online ($6,903) and ILETS User Fee ($18,762.50)
• Winter Maintenance Proposal with Lippert Excavation & Pipeline Inc.

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Bonner County Planning Commission will hear a presentation from the Southside Water and Sewer District. The body will also conduct commissioner training and determine its 2026 meeting schedule.

• Presentation by Southside Water and Sewer District regarding Wellhead Protection
• Commissioner Training with Prosecutor’s Office
• Decision on Planning Commission Meetings for 2026

The Commission unanimously approved the 2026 meeting calendar. Members also discussed the potential creation of a groundwater data subcommittee and received legal training on quasi-judicial hearings.

• Approved 2026 Planning Commission meeting calendar (5-0)
• Approved minutes for September 16 and October 7, 2025, with minor amendments

BOCC Advisory Boards, Councils, & Committees

The Waterways Advisory Committee is meeting to review dock and boat launch updates and discuss new buoy requests. The body will also decide on the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of WWAB minutes from 04/17/2025 and 7/17/2025
• Updates on redecking at Lakeview Dock, Cedar Creek Dock, and Coolin Boat Launch
• Status of Laclede Boat Launch redecking
• Progress on WIF Grant tow vessel outfitting
• ORFAC Grant updates for PL Navigation Lights and Granite Creek Dock

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and decide on application reviews. The primary business will be conducted in an executive session, which is exempt from public records.

• Discussion and decision regarding application reviews

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to decide on two recommended text amendments to the Bonner County Revised Code Title 12. These changes affect how land is divided, how zoning complaints are filed, and the jurisdiction of planning and zoning bodies.

• File AM0012-25: Proposed rewrite of land division rules, including new 'Long' and 'Short' subdivision naming and a 3-year validity for preliminary plats
• File AM0012-25: New requirement for all new lots created through land division to contain a sanitary restriction lift
• File AM0013-25: Proposal to require all zoning complaints to be submitted on a standard Planning Department form
• File AM0013-25: Reduction of the administrative variance threshold from 30% to 20%
• File AM0013-25: New public notice standards requiring 15 days of notice beyond state minimums

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and decide on tax cancellation requests. The requests involve homeowners exemptions for multiple parcels from the Assessor’s Office.

• Decision regarding tax cancellation requests for homeowners exemptions

Ambulance Service District

The council will review BCEMS and partner agency metrics and discuss 2025 training needs. The meeting also includes a review of the BCASD Strategic Plan and an update on required clinical reporting data.

• BCEMS Metrics report
• 2025 Partner Agency Metrics report
• 2025 Training Needs discussion
• BCASD Strategic Plan
• 2025 Required Clinical Reporting Data update

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Ambulance Service District Board will meet to decide on claims payments and vehicle title corrections. The board will also discuss a medical director agreement and budget forecasts.

• Decision on FY26 Claims Batch #1 totaling $47,113.03
• Resolution to authorize correction for four vehicle title errors
• Medical Director Consent and Dispatch Agreement
• Budget forecast update

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

The Bonner County Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings to decide on two land-use requests. These include a request for a communication tower and a modification to a previously approved site plan.

• File CUP0011-24: Request for a Conditional Use Permit for a 190’ lattice tower and equipment shelter off Northgate Road
• File MOD0007-25: Request to modify site plan V0010-24 to include a lean-to addition off Fir Drive

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will decide on two claims batches totaling $1,242,876.59. The board will also consider a construction easement for the Sandpoint airport and a final plat for Hamilton Pond.

• FY25 Claims Batch #53 totaling $907,866.67 and FY26 Claims Batch #02 totaling $335,009.92
• Invoices over $5k: Phone System ($12,293.15) and InTechTel for Justice Services ($31,194.21)
• Temporary Construction Easement (Howell) for the 2025 Obstruction Removal Project, Sandpoint
• Final Plat, SS0003-25, Hamilton Pond
• Liquor licenses for Wine4U in Sandpoint and Sweet Lou’s Restaurant & Bar in Ponderay

The Board of County Commissioners approved two claims batches totaling $1,242,876.59 and a proclamation for a day of remembrance. Other actions included approving a final plat for Hamilton Pond and renewing a legal contract with Lexis Nexus.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #53 for $907,866.67 (3-0)
• Approved FY26 Claims Batch #02 for $335,009.92 (3-0)
• Approved proclamation for Bonner County Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk (3-0)
• Approved final plat for Hamilton Pond, Project File S0003-25 (3-0)
• Approved contract renewal with Lexis Nexus (3-0)
• Approved temporary construction easement (Howell) for 2025 Obstruction Removal Project (3-0)
• Approved aviation legal counsel agreement addendum with Pillsbury LLP (3-0)
• Authorized County Clerk and Treasurer to initiate demand payments for Regence claims (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet in executive session to discuss and decide on personnel matters. The meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2025.

• Discussion and decision regarding personnel

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting with the Planning Department and Prosecutor’s Office to receive updates on department activities. The body will discuss potential changes to building and land use regulations and determine the schedule for Comprehensive Plan workshops and hearings.

• Decision on changes to BCRC 11-110 building regulations
• Review of land use regulation changes AM0012-25 (Chapters 4, 6, and 8)
• Review of land use regulation changes AM0013-25 (Chapters 1 and 2)
• Decision on Comprehensive Plan workshop and hearing dates
• Executive session regarding a reconsideration request for pending litigation

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with the Planning Department and Prosecutor’s Office to review monthly application reports and financial updates. The board will discuss potential changes to building and land use regulations. A decision is sought regarding the schedule for Comprehensive Plan workshops and hearings.

• Discussion/Decision on changes to BCRC 11-110 (Building Regulations)
• Review of AM0012-25 (Land Use Chapters 4, 6, and 8)
• Review of AM0013-25 (Land Use Chapters 1 and 2)
• Discussion/Decision on Comprehensive Plan workshop and hearing dates
• Executive session regarding a reconsideration request for pending litigation

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a public workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The body will discuss and draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Discussion of proposed update to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Review of the associated Comprehensive Plan Map

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on legal billing. The meeting includes an executive session for litigation and records exempt matters.

• Discussion and decision regarding legal billing

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will consider four requests regarding zone changes, a subdivision, and a comprehensive plan map amendment. These items were previously reviewed and recommended for approval or denial by the Zoning and Planning Commissions.

• File ZC0009-25: Zone change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for a 10-acre property off The Cross Road
• File S0004-24: Subdivision of a 7.57-acre lot into 23 residential lots at Golden Tee Estates 11th Addition
• File AM0003-25: Comprehensive Plan Map amendment from Ag/Forest Land to Rural Residential for a 10.72-acre property at Hwy 200 and Old Highway
• File ZC0008-25: Zone change from Agricultural/Forestry-10 to Rural 5 for a 10.72-acre property off Highway 200 and Old Highway

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on two claims batches totaling $2,397,202.57. The meeting also includes decisions on airport obstruction removal and road and bridge budget adjustments.

• FY25 Claims Batch #52 totaling $1,572,003.92 and FY26 Claims Batch #01 totaling $825,198.65
• Notice to proceed on Sandpoint airport Obstruction Removal Project
• Liquor licenses for Dollar General #23351 (Sagle) and #23769 (Priest River)
• Invoices for Microsoft Subscription ($18,594) and Server Datacenter & Software Assurance ($39,059.92)
• Discussion on Sheriff At-Will Policy and County Holiday Schedule

The Board approved two claims batches totaling $2,397,202.57 and authorized several budget adjustments for Road and Bridge projects. The commissioners also voted to change the county holiday schedule, replacing Juneteenth with the Friday after Thanksgiving.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #52 for $1,572,003.92
• Approved FY26 Claims Batch #01 for $825,198.65
• Approved adding $2,546,970.54 in unanticipated revenues to FY26 Road and Bridge budget
• Approved carrying forward $249,866.00 for Eastshore Guardrail project to FY26 budget
• Approved carrying forward $617,354.98 from FY25 to FY26 Road and Bridge budget
• Approved resolution to carry forward and add accrued interest to Road and Bridge fund balance
• Issued notice to proceed for Sandpoint obstruction removal project
• Approved replacing Juneteenth holiday with the Friday after Thanksgiving

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special Solid Waste Workshop. The meeting is dedicated to discussing a proposal from Blue Sky Broadcasting.

• Discussion regarding a proposal from Blue Sky Broadcasting

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct administrative business, including swearing in new members and electing officers. The body will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan Appendix glossary of terms and set the agenda for October 21, 2025.

• Swearing in of new commissioners
• Election of officers
• Review of Comprehensive Plan Appendix - Glossary of Terms
• Determination of October 21, 2025, agenda items

The Commission swore in three members and elected its leadership for one-year terms. New commissioners received training on the Comprehensive Plan and county code. The review of the Comprehensive Plan Appendix Glossary of Terms was deferred to a later meeting.

• Elected Commissioner Hidden as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Commissioner Davis as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Tabled review of Comprehensive Plan Appendix Glossary of Terms

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners and the Bonner County Ambulance Service District (BCASD) will meet to discuss and decide on the district's continued participation in PERSI. If approved, the Chief will be authorized to provide necessary information to the State of Idaho.

• Decision regarding continued participation of BCASD in PERSI

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a special session to conduct a public hearing. The board will discuss and decide on a resolution regarding fee increases for solid waste.

• Public hearing and decision on Solid Waste fee increase resolution

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a public workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The board will discuss and draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Discussion of proposed update to Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Review of the associated Comprehensive Plan Map

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is meeting with the Treasurer’s Office. The body will discuss and decide on the 2025 Tax Roll Certifications.

• Decision regarding 2025 Tax Roll Certifications

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to hold an executive session regarding litigation. The body will discuss and decide on matters related to this litigation.

• Executive session regarding litigation with the Planning Department

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

The Bonner County Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings to decide on two conditional use permits and two variances. These requests involve land use for a gravel pit, a private community facility, and residential construction setbacks.

• File CUP0005-25: Conditional Use Permit for a gravel pit on ≈38.48 acres off Curtis Creek Road
• File CUP0003-25: Conditional Use Permit for a Private Community Facility on 60 acres off Lakehouse Lane
• File V0012-25: Request for 0-foot street setback for an accessory structure off Driftwood Shore
• File V0024-25: Request for 0-foot waterfront setback for a deck off Bottle Bay Road

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will decide on a claims batch totaling $764,355.75 and several personnel and facility contracts. The board will also review land division plats and equipment purchases for the Sheriff and Airport.

• FY25 Claims Batch #51 totaling $764,355.75
• Sheriff invoices for Radar Units ($22,531), Tasers & Cartridges ($53,651.90), and Tires ($20,993.64)
• Purchase of a used dump/plow truck for the Airport for $7,000
• Winter Maintenance Contract Proposal with Lippert Excavations & Pipeline
• Plat approvals for Klemstein-Ferguson Minor Land Division (MLD0049-25) and Spears Estate (MLD0026-25)

The Board approved a claims batch totaling $764,355.75 and authorized two resolutions to manage revenue and salary increases for the LillyBrooke Family Justice Center. Other actions included approving a used plow truck purchase and a winter maintenance contract.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #51 totaling $764,355.75 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-68 for $233,750 in unanticipated revenue for LillyBrooke Family Justice Center (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-69 to use CAC grant funds for LBFJC staff salary increases (2-0)
• Approved Court-Appointed Special Advocate Attorney Agreement with Margaret Williams (2-0)
• Approved $7,000 purchase of used dump/plow truck for airport (2-0)
• Approved winter maintenance contract with Lippert Excavations & Pipeline (2-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including plats MLD0049-25 and MLD0026-25, and Sheriff invoices totaling $97,176.54 (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for an executive session to discuss and decide on matters regarding litigation. The session involves the Bonner County Sheriff's Office.

• Executive session regarding litigation pursuant to Idaho Code § 74-206(1)(F)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and decide on tax cancellation requests. The meeting focuses on a specific request from the Assessor's Office.

• Decision regarding tax cancellation request RP004250020020

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to receive an update from the Human Resources Director. The body will discuss and decide on enhancements and personnel matters, including a portion of the meeting held in executive session.

• Update from the Human Resources Director
• Discussion and decision regarding enhancements
• Executive session regarding personnel matters pursuant to Idaho Code § 74-206(1)(B)

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Ambulance Service District Board will decide on several service agreements and claims payments. The board will also review the budget forecast and task list.

• FY25 Claims Batch #51 totaling $19,964.89
• Medical Director Agreement for $45,360.00 annually
• Clark Fork Valley Ambulance agreement for $48,690 annually
• Priest Lake EMTs Inc agreement for $48,690 annually
• Schweitzer Fire District agreement for $41,082 annually

The Board approved several annual medical transport contracts and a Medical Director agreement for the 2026 fiscal year. The board also authorized a claims payment and discussed the district's accounting separation from the county.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #51 totaling $19,964.89 (2-0)
• Approved 2026 Medical Director Agreement with Dr. Jenkins for $45,360 annually (2-0)
• Approved annual medical transport agreement with Clark Fork Valley Ambulance for $48,690 (2-0)
• Approved annual medical transport agreement with Schweitzer Fire District for $41,082 (2-0)
• Approved annual medical transport agreement with Priest Lake EMTs Inc for $48,690 (2-0)
• Approved annual medical transport agreement with Kootenai County Emergency Medical Services System for $9,564 (2-0)
• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet with Road and Bridge to discuss and decide on matters regarding real property. The meeting is held in executive session pursuant to Idaho Code § 74-206(1)(C).

• Discussion and decision regarding real property

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a public workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The body will discuss and draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Proposed update to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Proposed update to the Comprehensive Plan Map

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and decide on enhancements related to Human Resources.

• Discussion and decision regarding Human Resources enhancements

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on insurance renewals, various sheriff department contracts, and the appointment of members to the Planning and Zoning Commissions. The board will also discuss an opioid settlement agreement and the designation of Laclede as a mail ballot precinct.

• SIR Liability Insurance Renewal: $739,452
• Property Insurance Renewal: $238,975
• FY25 Claims Batch #50: $305,415.15
• Purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe: $56,811.36
• Appointment of Commissioners to the Planning and Zoning Commissions

The Board elected a new Chair and dissolved the Vice Chair position. Commissioners approved several insurance renewals, sheriff's office purchases, and appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commissions.

• Elected Brian Domke as Chair (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Dissolved the Vice Chair position (3-0)
• Approved $739,452 SIR Liability and $238,975 property insurance renewals (3-0)
• Approved $305,415.15 for FY25 Claims Batch #50 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe for $56,811.36 (3-0)
• Approved inmate housing agreement with Kootenai Tribe of Idaho ($125/day per inmate) (3-0)
• Appointed Dave Bowman, Brendan Mooney, and Larry Madoski to Planning Commission
• Appointed Michelle Johnson and Joe Mauk to Zoning Commission

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning will meet for an executive session. The body will discuss and decide on matters regarding pending litigation.

• Discussion and decision regarding pending litigation

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to open and decide on bids for three solid waste projects. These items involve waste transfer sites and disposal services.

• Bid opening for scrap metal removal from waste transfer sites
• Bid opening for household hazardous waste disposal
• Bid opening for wood grinding

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special policy workshop with Human Resources. The body will discuss and decide on two specific personnel policies.

• Decision regarding Employee Classification Policy #500
• Decision regarding Compensation Policy #600

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with Human Resources for a workshop. The body will discuss and decide on matters regarding benchmarking.

• Discussion and decision regarding benchmarking

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting with the Auditing and Treasurer departments. The body will discuss and make a decision regarding Capital Improvement Accounts.

• Decision regarding Capital Improvement Accounts

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a public workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The body will discuss and draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Proposed update to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Proposed updates to the Comprehensive Plan Map

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with Auditing to discuss and decide on payments for Batch #49. This includes claims and a demand totaling $1,369,663.02.

• Decision on Claims in Batch #49: $1,310,308.03
• Decision on Demand in Batch #49: $59,354.99

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Ambulance Service District Board is meeting to discuss and decide on specific financial approvals. The session focuses on claims and invoice approvals.

• Decision on BCASD Claims Batch #49 totaling $55,060.93
• Decision on final interest payoff from the TAN totaling $7,291.67

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and decide on matters related to litigation. The meeting includes an executive session with Risk Management.

• Discussion and decision regarding litigation

Bonner County Zoning Commission

The Bonner County Zoning Commission will consider a request to modify a conditional use permit and subdivision. The proposal involves changes to open space, lot usage, and marina capacity.

• Modification of CUP0006-20, SS0006-20, and MOD0001-22 (File MOD0003-24)
• Reduction of marina boat slips from 105 to 88
• Enlargement of upland open space and common area by 0.51 acres
• Replacement of a 0.43 acre common recreational lot with a 0.46 acre residential lot
• Timeline extension request to summer 2028 for final plat and CUP issuance

The Commission unanimously recommended approval for modifications to a Planned Unit Development. The changes include adjustments to open space, marina slip counts, and a timeline extension to summer 2028.

• Recommended approval of File MOD0003-24 to modify CUP0006-20, SS0006-20, and MOD0001-22 (3-0)
• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

The Bonner County Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit for a communications tower. The proposed project is located on a 1.68 acre property zoned Suburban (S).

• File CUP0006-25: Conditional Use Permit for a Communications Tower off Woodland Drive

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The business meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025, has been cancelled. The Board of County Commissioners and other elected officials will be attending the 2025 IAC Annual Conference in Boise.

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two text amendments to the Bonner County Revised Code Title 12. These proposals include a comprehensive rewrite of land division rules and updates to administrative procedures, noticing standards, and appeal processes.

• File AM0012-25: Proposed rewrite of land division rules, including renaming subdivision types and extending preliminary plat validity from two to three years
• File AM0012-25: Proposed requirement for all new lots created via land division to have a sanitary restriction lift
• File AM0013-25: Proposed reduction of administrative variance threshold from 30% to 20%
• File AM0013-25: Proposed new centralized public notice standards (Section 12-268) requiring 15 days of notice beyond state minimums
• File AM0013-25: Proposed expansion of Planning Commission jurisdiction to hold quasi-judicial hearings for Comprehensive Plan map amendments

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of two text amendments to the Bonner County Revised Code. These changes update land division definitions, subdivision processes, and public noticing standards.

• Recommended approval of File AM0012-25 to amend Title 12 Chapters 4, 6, and 8 (6-0)
• Maintained maximum parcel limit for Family Lot Splits at 10 lots
• Recommended approval of File AM0013-25 to amend Title 12 Chapters 1 and 2
• Approved minutes for September 2, 2025

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting with Road & Bridge. The body will discuss and decide on the purchase of a trench roller and tires.

• Purchase of a trench roller
• Purchase of tires

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special workshop to address Solid Waste fees. The body will discuss and make a decision regarding these fees.

• Decision regarding Solid Waste fees

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a public workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The body will discuss and draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Discussion of proposed update to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Review of the associated Comprehensive Plan Map

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and decide on legal billing. The meeting includes an executive session for litigation and records exempt matters.

• Discussion and decision regarding legal billing

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with the Planning Department and Prosecutor’s Office to review department activities and proposed ordinance changes. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding updates to Title 16 Agricultural Protection Area (APA) regulations to align with Idaho Senate Bill 1133E1.

• Public hearing and decision on File AM0014-25 to update Title 16 Agricultural Protection Area (APA) regulations
• Review of proposed Title 12 Land Use Regulation changes AM0012-25 and AM0013-25
• Discussion and decision on lifting of Notice to Title
• Review of Planning Department revenue and expenses year-to-date
• Executive session regarding pending litigation and placing Notice to Title

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to decide on two property amendments. Both requests were previously recommended for approval by the Planning and Zoning Commissions.

• File AM0001 25: Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment from Rural Residential to Transition for a 3.5-acre property off Old Highway 95 and E Dufort Road
• File ZC0002 25: Zone Change from Rural 5 to Suburban for 5-acre and 6.56-acre properties off Hatcher Road

The Board approved a map amendment to change approximately 2.794 acres from Rural Residential to Transition to support a future zone change. A separate zoning change hearing was rescheduled to November. The approved amendment is located at the southeast corner of Highway 95 and E Dufort Road.

• Approved File AM0001-25 comprehensive plan map amendment from Rural Residential to Transition (3-0)
• Rescheduled File ZC0002-25 Zoning Change Rural-5 to Suburban to November 4, 2025 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on county claims and an FAA grant offer for the Priest River airport. The board will also review several invoices over $5,000 and a liquor license for Oldtown Tavern.

• Payment of FY25 Claims Batch #48 and Demands totaling $692,008.97
• FAA AIP Grant Offer for Priest River Airport Layout Plan Update Phase 3
• Liquor license for Oldtown Tavern in Oldtown
• Invoices: Sheriff ($13,510), Technology ($21,917.04), and Lippert Excavation ($12,085)
• Discussion regarding open Board and Commission positions

The Board of County Commissioners approved a claims and demands batch totaling $692,008.97 and accepted an FAA AIP grant for the Priest River Airport Layout Plan update. The board also approved a consent agenda including invoices for the Sheriff, Technology, and Solid Waste departments.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #48 and Demands totaling $692,008.97 (3-0)
• Accepted FAA AIP grant for Priest River Airport Layout Plan Update: Phase 3 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including September 2 minutes, liquor license for Oldtown Tavern, and invoices for Sheriff ($13,510), Technology ($21,917.04), and Solid Waste ($12,085) (3-0)
• Approved amended agenda removing the District 3 Commissioner Report (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a subdivision request. The board is considering a proposal to divide a 32.67-acre parcel into 24 residential lots and one stormwater tract.

• File S0001-25: Preliminary plat for Deerfield subdivision on Baldy Mountain Road
• Proposal to create 24 residential lots ranging from one to three acres each

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting with Human Resources and Auditing. The body will discuss and decide on hiring and personnel matters, including a portion of the meeting held in executive session.

• Discussion and decision regarding hiring and personnel matters

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss and decide on change orders and bridge replacements funded by unanticipated revenue. The meeting also covers routine grading, brushing, and culvert replacements across three districts.

• Change order for Poe Asphalt regarding the Clagstone Road hard surface project
• Cocolalla Bridge replacement using unanticipated revenue
• Poirier Bridge replacement with box culvert
• Dufort culvert 18” replacement
• Trestle Creek culvert replacements

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Solid Waste board is meeting to discuss fees, stickers, and collection site updates. The body will also consider a decision regarding solid waste surplus property.

• Discussion of fees and stickers
• Decision on solid waste surplus property
• Updates on solid waste collection sites

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to interview applicants for the Planning Commission and Zoning Commission. The board will decide on appointments or direct staff to continue recruitment.

• Review and confirmation of interview questions for commission applicants
• Group interviews for Planning Commission applicants
• Group interviews for Zoning Commission applicants
• Decision on the appointment of Planning and Zoning Commission members

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with the Planning Department to discuss an amendment to the Bonner County Revised Code. The proposal concerns how fire districts review residential building location permit applications.

• Proposed amendment to BCRC Title 11, Section 11-110 to allow fire districts to formally waive review of certain residential building location permit applications

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and decide on email migration matters. The meeting includes an executive session for records exempt discussions.

• Discussion and decision regarding email migration matters

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a public workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The body will discuss and draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Discussion of proposed update to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Review of the associated Comprehensive Plan Map

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners and Kootenai City Council will hold a public workshop. The meeting is dedicated to discussing a required update to the City of Kootenai Area of Impact.

• Discussion of the required update to the City of Kootenai Area of Impact

The Board of County Commissioners met for a planning workshop to discuss the City of Kootenai's Area of Impact and annexation criteria. No formal votes were taken; the board focused on state statute limitations regarding areas likely to be annexed within five years.

• Requested the city email the planning department and BOCC staff regarding the city's intended direction

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a public workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The body will discuss and draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Proposed update to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Review of the associated Comprehensive Plan Map

The Board held a planning workshop to discuss updating the glossary of terms for the Comprehensive Plan. Commissioners deliberated on how to define terms consistently across county documents and whether to use existing definitions from Chapter 8. No formal votes were taken, but the Board agreed to move forward with the land use component of the plan.

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Ambulance Service District Board will meet to decide on claims payments and financial resolutions. The board will also review budget forecasts and district asset ownership.

• Decision on FY25 Claims Batch #47 totaling $15,577.62
• Resolution regarding unanticipated revenue
• Resolution regarding check signing and credit card use
• Budget forecast update
• Discussion on district facilities and vehicles ownership

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet with Parks & Waterways to discuss a purchase authorization. The meeting focuses on acquiring a Waterways truck to fulfill a grant.

• Purchase authorization for a Waterways truck to fulfill a grant

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will decide on over $1.1 million in claims and demands. The board is also reviewing bridge repairs, airport lease surveys, and inmate housing agreements.

• FY25 Claims Batch #47 and Demands Batch #47 totaling $1,137,846.36
• Fed-Aid Bridge Grant for Merritt Bridge repairs design agreement
• Kootenai Tribe of Idaho Inmate Housing Agreement
• Technology invoice for Clerk & Treasurer Financial Software: $55,153.44
• Liquor licenses for Utara Brewing Company and Curry House in Sandpoint

The Board approved over $1.1 million in claims and demands and authorized several professional service agreements for bridge and road safety projects. They also approved a budget transfer for probation certification pay and a grant for noxious weed handbooks.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #47 and Demands Batch #47 totaling $1,137,846.36 (2-0)
• Approved DebtBook Master Services Agreement for lease and subscription management (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-58 transferring $32,939.00 to Probation for certification pay (2-0)
• Approved contract for surveying lease lots at Sandpoint Airport (2-0)
• Accepted $9,288.00 grant from Idaho Fish & Wildlife Foundation for noxious weed handbooks (2-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with HDR Engineers for Merritt Bridge repairs (2-0)
• Approved $102,781.00 agreement with JUB Engineers for Spirit Lake Cutoff Curves design (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-59 for ITD Term Agreement design work up to $120,000 (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet with the Road and Bridge Department. The body will discuss and decide on the acquisition of real property for rights of way.

• Acquisition of real property for rights of way

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss and decide on tax cancellation requests. These requests include homeowners exemptions for multiple parcels and a specific request for parcel PPN0287012001W.

• Tax cancellation requests for homeowners exemptions (multiple parcels)
• Tax cancellation request for parcel PPN0287012001W

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Bonner County Planning Commission will review Title 12, Chapters 3 and 4, and the Comprehensive Plan Appendix glossary. The body will also consider appointing a subcommittee for Source Water Protection and Wellhead Protection following a presentation by Jack Howard and associates.

• Appointment of a Subcommittee for Source Water Protection and Wellhead Protection
• Review of Title 12, Chapter 3
• Review of Title 12, Chapter 4
• Review of Comprehensive Plan Appendix - Glossary of Terms

The Planning Commission approved the August 19, 2025, meeting minutes. Members reviewed and added descriptions to various terms in the Comprehensive Plan Appendix glossary. The commission also received a presentation on source water protection and discussed forming a subject matter expert subcommittee.

• Approved August 19, 2025, minutes
• Added descriptions to Comprehensive Plan glossary terms including density, services, and infrastructure
• Requested more water resource technical expert presentations for future meetings

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a public workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan and its associated map. The body will discuss and draft modifications to planning file AM0007-24 before scheduling a public hearing.

• Discussion of proposed update to the Land Use Component of the Comprehensive Plan (file AM0007-24)
• Review of the associated Comprehensive Plan Map

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider a zone change request. The proposal seeks to change a 10-acre property from Rural 10 to Rural 5.

• File ZC0003-25: Zone Change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for a 10-acre property off Hidden Valley Road

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two text amendments to the Bonner County Revised Code Title 12. These proposals include a significant rewrite of land division rules and updates to zoning complaints, notice procedures, and appeal processes.

• File AM0012-25: Proposed rewrite of Chapter 6 regarding land division types, naming conventions, and plat requirements
• File AM0012-25: Proposal to extend preliminary plat and surety agreement validity from two to three years
• File AM0013-25: Proposal to lower the administrative variance threshold from 30% to 20%
• File AM0013-25: Proposal to require all zoning complaints be submitted on a standard Planning Department form
• File AM0013-25: Proposed new public notice standards including a 15-day addition beyond state minimums

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will decide on a series of financial approvals, including a claims batch and budget increases. The board will also review contracts for airport obstruction removal and sheriff's department equipment.

• FY25 Claims Batch #46 totaling $668,517.55
• Additional FY2025 B Budget funds for Planning Department: $40,000
• 2025 Chevrolet Silverado for Patrol: $50,594.32
• Excavation services from North Point Trenchless: $9,845
• Approval of Lazzarini Acres plat (MLD0035-25)

The Board of County Commissioners decided that interviews and deliberations for boards and commissions will now be held in public, using executive sessions only as allowed by state statute. The board also approved several waste management bids, a new sheriff's vehicle, and airport contracts.

• Approved public interviews and deliberations for boards and commissions (2-1)
• Approved $50,594.32 purchase of one 2025 Chevy Silverado for the Sheriff (3-0)
• Approved $668,517.55 for FY25 Claims Batch #46 (3-0)
• Approved $40,000 additional funds for Planning Department FY2025 B Budget (3-0)
• Approved Request for Bids for scrap metal removal at three waste transfer sites (3-0)
• Approved Request for Bids for household hazardous waste disposal (3-0)
• Approved Request for Bids for wood grinding at three waste transfer stations (3-0)
• Approved obstruction removal contract with Selland Construction for Sandpoint Airport (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to address Justice Service matters. The board will discuss and decide on a county policy regarding required and preferred certifications.

• Decision regarding County Policy Regarding Required and Preferred Certifications

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will meet in executive session to discuss and decide on personnel and hiring regarding applications for the Planning Commission.

• Decision regarding Planning Commission applications

Bonner County Zoning Commission

The Bonner County Zoning Commission will consider four action items regarding land use and zoning modifications. These include requests for zone changes, a modification for a church construction project, and a residential subdivision.

• File MOD0004-25: Modification of terms for a larger church on a 10-acre parcel off State Highway 41
• File ZC0009-25: Zone change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for a 10-acre property off The Cross Road
• File ZC0008-25: Zone change from Agricultural/Forestry-10 to Rural 5 for a 10.72-acre property off Highway 200 and Old Highway
• File S0004-24: Request to divide a 7.57-acre lot into 23 residential lots at Golden Tee Estates 11th Addition

The Commission approved a modification to a conditional use permit for a church expansion. It also issued recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding two zone changes and one residential subdivision.

• Approved modification of Conditional Use Permit MOD0004-25 for a larger church and new lot size (3-0)
• Recommended approval of zone change ZC0009-25 from Rural 10 to Rural 5 (3-0)
• Recommended denial of zone change ZC0008-25 from Agricultural/Forestry-10 to Rural 5 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of subdivision S0004-24 (Golden Tee Estates 11th Addition) for 23 residential lots (3-0)
• Approved July 24, 2025 minutes as written

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Ambulance District Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss and decide on the adoption of the FY26 budget. The meeting includes a resolution regarding the budget adoption.

• Adoption of the FY26 Bonner County Ambulance Service District Budget

Ambulance Service District

The Bonner County Ambulance Service District Board will meet to decide on claims and demands payments and a new equipment lease. The board will also review the budget forecast and account signers.

• Payment of FY25 Claims Batch #45 totaling $61,800.75
• Payment of FY25 Demands Batch #45 totaling $9,267.00
• 60-month lease of a Canon IR4925 from Canon Solutions America for $106.22 per month
• ESO invoice for $12,070.66

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

The Bonner County Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a single-family dwelling. The body will decide if a property owner can reduce a required street setback from 25 feet to 5 feet.

• File V0022-25: Variance request for a 5' street setback (25' required) for a single-family dwelling off Granite Ridge Drive

The Hearing Examiner held a public hearing regarding a variance request for a single-family dwelling. No final decision was made during the meeting; the ruling will be rendered within five business days.

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes
• File V0022-25 (street setback variance) closed pending decision within five business days

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will decide on a large batch of claims and a guardrail contract for Eastshore Rd. The board will also discuss the creation of a part-time remote prosecutor position and reporting structures for Human Resources and Risk Management.

• FY25 Claims Batch #45 totaling $986,619.58
• Guardrail Contract for Eastshore Rd Phase 1, 3000 Block
• Creation of a fully remote, part-time Prosecutor position
• Lakeland Joint School District #272 L2 Certification Extension Request
• Invoices over $5k including Custom Spray Service ($18,071.48) and NW Auto ($11,001.20)

The Board approved a resolution assigning direct reporting authority of the Human Resources and Risk Management departments to the Commissioners. They also authorized a new remote part-time prosecutor position and approved nearly $1M in claims payments.

• Approved Resolution #2025-54 assigning HR and Risk Management reporting to the BOCC (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-53 creating a fully remote, part-time Deputy Prosecuting Attorney position (3-0)
• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #45 totaling $986,619.58 (3-0)
• Approved $249,866.00 contract with Ideal Fencing Corp for Eastshore Rd guardrails (3-0)
• Approved Lakeland Joint School District #272 L2 Certification Extension Request (3-0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda including invoices for Fair, Risk, Sheriff, Technology, and Noxious Weeds (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and decide on a matter regarding the Priest River Airport. The meeting includes an executive session with the Prosecutor’s Office and Airports staff to discuss litigation.

• Discussion and decision regarding the Priest River Airport matter
• Executive session regarding litigation pursuant to Idaho Code § 74-206(1)(F)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to address Justice Services matters. The board will discuss and decide on organizational changes and personnel policies.

• Restructuring the probation side of Justice Services
• Starting pay for the JDO position
• County policy regarding required and preferred certifications

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and decide on tax cancellation requests. These requests originate from the Assessor’s Office.

• Tax cancellation request for Parcel RPR0364018006T
• Tax cancellation request for Parcel RP56N04W249006
• Tax cancellation request for Parcel RP56N04W249003
• Tax cancellation request for Parcel RP55N03E331500

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Bonner County Planning Commission will consider appointing a subcommittee for source water protection following a presentation by Jack Howard and associates. The body will also review several proposed changes to Title 12 and specific amendments to county chapters.

• Decision on the appointment of a Subcommittee for Source Water Protection
• Review of Title 12, Chapter 3
• Review of Title 12, Chapter 4
• Review of AM0012-25 (Changes to Chapters 4, 6, and 8)
• Review of AM0013-25 (Changes to Chapters 1 and 2)

The Planning Commission reviewed proposed changes to Chapters 1, 2, 4, 6, and 8 of the Bonner County Code. No language changes were proposed by the Commissioners during the presentation. The Commission deferred review of Title 12, Chapters 3 and 4 to future meetings.

• Approved minutes for August 5th, 2025
• Reviewed proposed changes to Chapters 4, 6, and 8 (AM0012-25)
• Reviewed proposed changes to Chapters 1 and 2 (AM0013-25)
• Tabled review of Title 12, Chapter 3
• Tabled review of Title 12, Chapter 4

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and decide on a declaration of a local disaster emergency. This action concerns wildfires occurring in and near Bonner County.

• Decision regarding a Declaration of a Local Disaster Emergency for wildfires (Resolution 25)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss and decide on the adoption of the FY26 Bonner County Budget. The meeting includes a discussion and a potential resolution for adoption.

• Adoption of the FY26 Bonner County Budget

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss and decide on the adoption of the FY26 Bonner County Budget. The meeting includes a resolution regarding the budget adoption.

• Adoption of the FY26 Bonner County Budget

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will receive updates on Planning Department activities, including staffing, software, and financial reports. The body will discuss and decide on the lifting of a Notice to Title and a review and audit of Title 12. An executive session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation regarding placing a Notice to Title.

• Discussion/Decision on lifting of Notice to Title
• Discussion/Decision on Title 12 Review and Audit
• Proposed ordinance changes to Title 12 (Land Use Regulations) and Title 16 (Agriculture Protection Area)
• Comprehensive Plan Update
• Executive session regarding pending litigation on placing Notice to Title

The Board approved the lifting of a notice of title after planning staff verified abatement. The commissioners decided to stop receiving monthly meeting lists and deferred a decision on Title 11 changes pending a meeting with fire officials.

• Approved lifting notice of title for parcel # RP027540000050A (2-0)
• Agreed that monthly planning meeting lists are no longer necessary
• Deferred action on Title 11 home signoff changes pending meeting with fire officials
• Entered Executive Session for pending litigation (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary plat for the Deerfield subdivision. The proposal involves dividing a 32.67-acre suburban parcel into 24 residential lots and one stormwater tract.

• File S0001-25: Preliminary plat for Deerfield subdivision on Baldy Mountain Road
• Proposal to create 24 residential lots ranging from 1 to 3 acres each

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved a claims payment batch and the purchase of three Chevy fleet vehicles for the Sheriff's Office. They also authorized a $100,000 budget reallocation for Solid Waste and granted certification extensions to two school districts. A security and transport service agreement was declined and tabled for further review.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #44 totaling $828,070.98 (3-0)
• Approved reallocation of $100,000 from Capital Land Improvements to three other line items (3-0)
• Declined Boundary Security & Transport Service Agreement; tabled for next Tuesday (3-0)
• Approved West Bonner County School District #83 L2 Certification extension request (3-0)
• Approved Lake Pend Oreille School District #84 L2 Certification extension request (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including purchase of 3 Chevy vehicles for Sheriff's Office at approx. $46,000 each (3-0)
• Approved Riser Creek Estates plat (via Consent Agenda) (3-0)

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner Jacqueline Rucker held a public hearing regarding a variance request for a new accessory structure. No final decision was made during the meeting; the examiner will render a decision within five business days.

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes
• Variance request for 0-foot street setback at Driftwood Shore taken under advisement

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved a grant for airport obstruction removal and established minimum weekday operating hours for the Planning Department. The board also authorized over $395,000 in claims payments and approved a residential battery storage pilot program support letter.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #43 totaling $395,328.56 (3-0)
• Accepted ORFAC Grant with county match of $3,017.50 (3-0)
• Approved revised job description for Road and Bridge Technician / Right-Of-Way & Bridge Repair Coordinator (3-0)
• Accepted $432,749 Airport Obstruction Removal grant (3-0)
• Approved Letter of Support for Inland Power & Light Cooperative Residential Battery Storage Pilot Program (3-0)
• Established Planning Department minimum hours of operation as 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including July 29 minutes, catering permits, and plats for Dixon’s Bodie Division (3-0)

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the July 15, 2025, minutes and reviewed Title 12 Chapter 3. The Commission altered verbiage in the Bonner County Code regarding Agricultural/Forestry, Suburban, and Commercial districts. Review of Title 12 Chapter 4 was deferred to August 19, 2025.

• Approved July 15, 2025, minutes
• Adjusted Bonner County Code 12-322 verbiage to define Agricultural/Forestry Districts
• Altered Bonner County Code 12-324 verbiage pertaining to Suburban District zoning
• Altered Bonner County Code 12-325 verbiage pertaining to Commercial District zoning
• Tabled review of Title 12 Chapter 4 until August 19, 2025

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners conducted a planning workshop to discuss proposed updates to the Land Use and Implementation components of the Comprehensive Plan. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on discussing definitions, map designations, and policy verbiage.

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved several grant awards for airports and emergency management, authorized a new victim support position, and approved nearly $2.9 million in claims. The board also approved a roof replacement for a Road and Bridge shop and issued a zoning interpretation.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #42 totaling $2,887,149.95 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-45 establishing a new Family Advocate position for LillyBrooke Family Justice Center (3-0)
• Interpreted zoning boundary on RP59N04W102400A to be entirely zoned Recreation (3-0)
• Accepted Joint Quarterly Report for FY2025 3rd quarter with ending balance of $46,014,007.38 (3-0)
• Approved $59,200 contract with NorthRidge Property Management, LLC for R&B District 1 shop roof (3-0)
• Accepted $50,000 ITD grant for Sandpoint Airport via Resolution #2025-46 (3-0)
• Accepted $263,000 ITD grant for Priest River Airport via Resolution #2025-47 (3-0)
• Approved extension of 2023 All-Hazard Mitigation Grant 4534 HMGP (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved the vacation of a 0.57-acre private easement on Burley Drive. A hearing for the Bahia Del Sol 2nd Addition subdivision was continued to July 31, 2025, due to concerns over traffic safety and school capacity.

• Approved File VS0002-25 to vacate 0.57-acres of private easement on Burley Drive (3-0)
• Continued hearing for File S0005-24 (Bahia Del Sol 2nd Addition subdivision) to July 31, 2025

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved over $1.1 million in claims and a $70,000 audit agreement. They also authorized a new road patcher and a specific remodel design for the Administration Building. A proposal for a battery storage pilot program and a motion regarding building door hours were both defeated.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #41 totaling $1,125,398.96 (3-0)
• Renewed FY2024-25 Audit Agreement with Zwygart John & Associates for $70,000 (3-0)
• Denied Letter of Support for Inland Power & Light Cooperative Residential Battery Storage Pilot Program (1-1-1)
• Approved penalties set forth in Marine Division Schedule A (3-0)
• Approved purchase of P3 Skid mount Patcher from CimLine for $130,934.44 (3-0)
• Approved Engineering concept Alternative #2 for Administration Building remodel (3-0)
• Affirmed Planning staff’s administrative decision for MLD0033-25, Upland Acre (3-0)
• Denied motion to set Administration Building door hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (0-3)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners heard an appeal regarding a Conditional Use Permit for a private community facility off Lakehouse Lane. The board decided to remand the appeal back to the hearing examiner to address changes to the application and specific conditions.

• Remanded appeal of File CUP0003-25 back to the hearing examiner (3-0)

BOCC Advisory Boards, Councils, & Committees

The committee approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting. Members discussed options for the future of Bonner Park West, including transferring it to the City of Priest River, leasing it, or keeping it as a county facility, but no decision was reached.

• Approved WWAB minutes from April 17, 2025

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner Jacqueline Rucker held public hearings for four variance requests. No final decisions were made during the meeting; the Hearing Examiner will render decisions for each file within five business days.

• Approved July 02, 2025 minutes
• File V0018-25 (property line setback for deck): Decision pending
• File V0016-25 (property line setback for accessory structure): Decision pending
• File V0015-25 (bulk increase for dwelling and ADU): Decision pending
• File V0010-25 (street setback, lot coverage, and impervious surface): Decision pending

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved updated Area of Impact ordinances for the cities of Ponderay and Clark Fork. They also affirmed a planning decision regarding maximum occupancy for a specific property and approved several budget transfers and grants.

• Approved Area of Impact Ordinance for City of Ponderay (2-0)
• Approved Area of Impact Ordinance for City of Clark Fork (2-0)
• Affirmed Planning Director's decision for VRP2021-0030 allowing max occupancy of 9 people (2-0)
• Approved $578,952.30 for FY25 Claims Batch #40 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-42 to transfer $100,000 within the Tort budget (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-44 to match $21,000 for a Waterways tow vehicle grant (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-43 to allocate Road & Bridge interest to future projects (2-0)
• Authorized the chair to sign the DOT/FAA DBE Program Policy Statement (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved an amendment to the master professional services agreement with Deckard for the Rentalscape system. The Board also voted to uphold the planning director's decision to deny a refund request for file MLD025-25. No decisions were made following the executive session regarding litigation.

• Approved amendment number 1 to the master professional services agreement between Deckard and Bonner County (3-0)
• Upheld planning director's decision to deny refund request for file MLD025-25 (2-1)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved two resolutions to accept unanticipated revenue for the LillyBrooke Family Justice Center. They also approved a claims batch for payment and several plats and licenses via the consent agenda.

• Approved Resolution #2025-40 for $4,475.00 in unanticipated revenue for LBFJC (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-41 for $77,916.75 in unanticipated revenue for LBFJC (2-0)
• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #39 totaling $325,904.69 (2-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including liquor license for Granite Creek Concession and catering permit for Ivano’s Catering (2-0)
• Approved plats MLD0008-25, MLD0019-25, MLD0057-24, and MLD0064-24 (2-0)
• Approved Sheriff invoice of $22,050.50 (2-0)
• Continued Administrative Appeal VRP2021-0030 to July 15, 2025 (2-0)

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner Jacqueline Rucker granted a one-year extension for a conditional use permit regarding a retreat/private community facility. A variance request for street setbacks and bulk increase at a property off Sandpiper Shores Road was heard, with a decision pending.

• Approved one-year extension for File CUP0005-23 (Retreat/Private Community Facility)
• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes
• Closed File V0013-25 (Variance for street setbacks and bulk increase) pending decision within five business days

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved nearly $955,000 in FY25 claims and demands and authorized a vendor contract for Bonner Park West. The board denied a fee refund request for a building permit and rejected a $500,000 solid waste budget reallocation. A proposed marina and RV park project in Priest River was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved FY25 Claims and Demands in Batch #38 totaling $954,992.68 (3-0)
• Denied applicant's request for refund of fees for BLP2024-1097 (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Bonner Park West Vendor/Host contract for Charity Hinshaw (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-39 to increase Fairgrounds Playground funding from contingency (3-0)
• Denied Resolution #2025-40 to reallocate $500,000 in Solid Waste budget (0-3)
• Approved WIF grant closeout form for Sheriff Marine Division (3-0)
• Authorized Assessor to sign Estoppel Certificate for Bonner Mall office space (3-0)
• Continued administrative appeal VRP2021-0030 to July 8, 2025 (3-0)

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Commission reviewed Title 12 Chapter 3 and made specific changes to zoning district names and classifications. They requested updates to the Zoning Districts and Map Designations Table and adjusted verbiage for Forest Land and Agricultural Forest Land. Further review is scheduled for July 15, 2025.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes
• Requested removal of minimal lot size from Table 3-1
• Renamed Table 3-1 to 'Zoning Districts and Map Symbols'
• Changed 'Rural Service Center' to 'Neighborhood Commercial' in Table 3-1
• Modified classification and use verbiage for Forest Land in 12-321
• Modified classification and use verbiage for Agricultural Forest Land in 12-322
• Tabled review of Title 12 Chapter 4

Agriculture Protection Area Commission

The Commission approved its by-laws and the minutes from April 30 and June 9, 2025. Members discussed proposed revisions to BCRC Title 16 to align with Senate Bill 1133, including new 60-day decision timelines.

• Approved April 30, 2025 and June 09, 2025 minutes
• Approved APA Commission By-Laws (3-0)

Bonner County Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission recommended the approval of File S0001-25 to the Board of Commissioners. The project proposes subdividing a 32.67-acre Suburban zoned parcel into 24 residential lots and one stormwater tract. The recommendation includes 11 specific conditions of approval regarding fire protection, road naming, and sanitary restrictions.

• Recommended approval of Deerfield Subdivision (File S0001-25) to the Board of Commissioners
• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes as written
• Struck proposed condition 19 as recommended by staff

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved FY25 Claims Batch #37 and a consent agenda including four land plats and a solid waste invoice. An administrative appeal regarding VRP2021-0030 was removed from the agenda.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #37 totaling $129,245.04 (3-0)
• Approved plats MLD0006-25 (Autumn Ridge), MLD0030-24, MLD0009-25, and MLD0016-25 (Wolf Creek) (3-0)
• Approved Solid Waste invoice for $15,873.90 to Titan Truck (3-0)
• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Removed Administrative Appeal VRP2021-0030 from the agenda (3-0)

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner Jacqueline Rucker approved the May 21, 2025, minutes. Four variance requests regarding setbacks and lot sizes were heard; decisions for all four files will be rendered within five business days.

• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes
• File V0014-25 (Street Setback variance for garage on Bay Drive): Decision pending
• File V0011-25 (Lot Size Minimum variance for Still Meadows Lane): Decision pending
• File V0017-25 (Property Line Setback variance for deck off Outlet Bay Road): Decision pending
• File V0023-24 (Waterfront and Street Setback variance off West Garfield Bay Road): Decision pending

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved a claims payment batch totaling $1,503,231.59 and a $20,000 budget adjustment for Probation Services. The board also approved the final plat for Monarch Vista but denied a private road standards waiver. Additional actions included accepting an FAA grant for Priest River Airport and affirming a forest road agreement.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #36 totaling $1,503,231.59 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-38 to allocate $20,000 in unanticipated Lottery Tax revenue to Probation Services (3-0)
• Approved MOA for clinical services in juvenile detention facilities for FY 2025/2026 (3-0)
• Approved MOA for juvenile offender treatment programs (CBAS Program) for FY 2025-2026 (3-0)
• Affirmed 2025 Cooperative Forest Road Agreement with US Forest Service (3-0)
• Accepted FAA AIP grant for Priest River Airport ALP Update Phase 2 (3-0)
• Denied waiver of Title 12 Appendix A Private Road Standards (3-0)
• Approved final plat for Monarch Vista, Planning File No. SS0005-21 (3-0)

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Commission recommended approval of a comprehensive plan map amendment to change a 3.5-acre property from Rural Residential to Transition. The body also discussed the impact of House Bill 180 on telecommunications facility review timeframes.

• Recommended approval of File AM0001-25 to amend map from Rural Residential to Transition (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners conducted a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a 20-unit RV park on 4.17 acres. The meeting included staff reports, testimony from the applicant and appellants, and public comment. No final decision was recorded in these minutes.

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved a request to change the zoning of a 10-acre parcel off Helen Thompson Road from Rural 10 to Rural 5. The decision followed a continued hearing to evaluate the property's slopes and compliance with the comprehensive plan.

• Approved zone change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for File ZC0001-25 (2-0)
• Approved Ordinance to amend the Official Zoning Map for the property in Section 5, Township 56 North, Range 3 West (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners received a monthly Planning Department update and discussed the Planning Commission task list. Following an executive session regarding litigation, the board voted to proceed with placing or lifting a notice to title.

• Approved motion to proceed as discussed regarding placing/lifting notice to title (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved a claims payment batch totaling $1,013,299.44 and authorized $46,791.37 for a surveillance system replacement. The board also approved budget adjustments for the District Court and a contract renewal for Westlaw.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #35 totaling $1,013,299.44 (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-36 to add $10,100 to District Court 'B' Budget (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-37 for destruction of 2022 and older juvenile detention temporary records (2-0)
• Approved $46,791.37 for Justice Services Network Surveillance System Phase 2 (2-0)
• Approved 2025/2026 MOA for clinical services in juvenile detention facilities (2-0)
• Approved Westlaw contract renewal (2-0)
• Delegated Parks and Waterways as custodians of Fairgrounds Park (2-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $15,111.45 Noxious Weeds invoice and catering permits (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved a contract for airport obstruction removal and authorized payments for county claims. They also approved a lease for a Sandpoint Airport lot and a health-related Memorandum of Understanding.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #34 totaling $427,736.39 (2-0)
• Approved lease for Lot 33 at Sandpoint Airport (2-0)
• Awarded $313,922 obstruction removal contract to Selland Construction, Inc (2-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding between Bonner County, Bonner General Health, and Kaniksu Community Health (2-0)
• Approved plats MLD0028-24 (Crocker Crowd) and MLD0010-25 (Ringtail Trail Division) (2-0)
• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended two amendments to the Board of County Commissioners regarding the Comprehensive Plan's Implementation Component and RV park zoning. The commission also reviewed potential revisions to Chapter 6 of the Bonner County Code.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes
• Recommended approval of File AM0002-25 to remove RV Parks/Campgrounds as a conditional use from Rural and Agricultural/Forestry zones (5-0)
• Recommended approval of File AM0004-25 to update the Implementation Component of the Comprehensive Plan (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners met to review the May 20, 2025 election results presented by Clerk Michael Rosedale. The board voted unanimously to adopt the election canvass.

• Adopted May 20, 2025 Bonner County Election Canvass (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved a grant amendment for Sandpoint Airport obstruction removal and the purchase of a road roller. Other actions included approving $362,390.47 in claims and ceasing maintenance at Dog Beach. An administrative change was also made to the Vice Chair position.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #33 totaling $362,390.47 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-35 to surplus Sheriff’s fleet vehicles (3-0)
• Approved agreement extension with City of Sandpoint for Sheriff’s vessel moorage (3-0)
• Approved $49,500 purchase of 2019 HAMM Double Drum Roller from Pape Machinery (3-0)
• Approved ceasing maintenance at Dog Beach (3-0)
• Approved $202,276 grant amendment for Sandpoint Airport obstruction removal (2-0-1)
• Approved application for Priest River Airport ALP Update Phase 3 grant (3-0)
• Changed Vice Chair to Commissioner Domke via administrative action

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner approved the minutes from May 7, 2025. Two variance requests regarding property line and shoreline setbacks were heard, with decisions to be rendered within five business days.

• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes
• File V0005-25 (River Birch Road setback variance): Decision pending
• File V0006-25 (Puffin Road shoreline setback variance): Decision pending

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved over $1.1 million in claims and several contracts, including a drone for Search & Rescue. They also approved the Kraseed Estates final plat and a grant closeout for Garfield Bay Park. The Board discussed potentially ceasing maintenance of Dog Beach as it is not county-owned property.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #32 totaling $1,142,192.07 (3-0)
• Approved final plat for Kraseed Estates (3-0)
• Approved QLess contract renewal for $3,960.00 (3-0)
• Approved drone purchase for Sheriff's Office for $17,288.00 (2-1)
• Approved notice of non-renewal for Logikcull (3-0)
• Approved closeout of Garfield Bay Park grant RV24-1-09-01 (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Silver Mountain Tracts plat and catering permits (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved a claims batch totaling $499,032.97 and several operational agreements, including a juvenile detention MOU and airport repairs. The board also approved two Canon printer lease actions and a final plat for Love and Freedom.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #31 totaling $499,032.97 (3-0)
• Approved MOU with LillyBrooke Family Justice Center for juvenile detention advocates (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Garfield Bay Campground Host Contract for Tom Houle (3-0)
• Authorized use of state noxious weed cost share funds for 2025 (3-0)
• Approved pavement repair at Sandpoint Airport (3-0)
• Approved 5-year lease for Canon 5850i printer/copier (3-0)
• Approved transfer of Canon 3930i lease from Planning to Road & Bridge (3-0)
• Approved final plat for Love and Freedom, File No. SS0003-24 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the proposed Panhandle Health District budget. Commissioners expressed concerns regarding clinical service costs, FTE salaries, and capital expenditures. No formal votes were taken during this workshop.

• Discussed potential referral of patients to low-income healthcare options instead of taxpayer-funded clinical services
• Reviewed concerns regarding the cost of replacing 5-year-old carpet and increased salaries in the proposed budget
• Agreed that Dr. Fletcher and Glen Bailey will provide quarterly updates to the Board

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the functions and governing resolutions of various advisory boards. No formal votes were taken, though the board discussed the potential dissolution of the Priest Lake Television Translator District and noted vacancies on the Waterways board.

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board received updates on planning software implementation, staffing, and pending ordinance changes. The meeting included a presentation on wireless communication towers and a discussion regarding short-term rental software.

• Discussed renewal of Rentalscape/Deckard contract for short-term rental software (no outcome recorded)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Panhandle Health District presented a proposed cash-basis budget for FY26 (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) totaling $11,865,676. The document outlines proposed expenditures and the formula for county funding allocations based on population and valuation. No final decision or vote by the Board of County Commissioners is recorded in the provided text.

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner Jacqueline Rucker approved a street setback variance for a property on Bay Drive and a conditional use permit for a private community facility off Lakehouse Lane. Both decisions included specific conditions of approval regarding parking, stormwater, and permits.

• Approved street setback variance for File V0007-25 to allow a 10-foot setback instead of 25 feet
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for File CUP0003-25 to create a private community facility
• Approved minutes for April 16, 2025

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved over $223,000 in FY25 claims and a $74,000 agreement with the Idaho Fish and Wildlife Foundation. They also authorized a hazardous fuels treatment contract with CDA Equipment and appointed a new member to the Fair Board. No decisions were reached regarding portable toilet expenses or the Bonner Park West host contract.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #30 totaling $223,395.68 (3-0)
• Approved $74,000 General Services Agreement with Idaho Fish and Wildlife Foundation (3-0)
• Approved hazardous fuels treatment contract with CDA Equipment (3-0)
• Accepted FY2025 2nd Quarter Joint Quarterly Report with ending balance of $49,582,292.37 (3-0)
• Appointed Staci McBrayer to the Bonner County Fair Board for a four-year term (3-0)
• Adopted April 29, 2025 meeting minutes and Sheriff invoices over $5k (3-0)
• Tabled decision on departmental responsibility for portable toilet expenses
• Tabled decision on Bonner Park West Host Contract

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission provided feedback to the Board of County Commissioners that vacation rental permit software should remain in use if those rentals continue to be regulated. The commission also reviewed three potential revisions to subdivision codes but deferred a decision to a later meeting.

• Approved minutes from April 29, 2025
• Recommended that Rentalscape software remain in use for vacation rental regulation
• Tabled decision on Title 12, Chapter 6 Subdivision Draft Revisions until May 20, 2025

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners held a planning workshop to discuss the proposed Land Use Component and Comprehensive Plan Map. No formal decisions were made; the session consisted of discussions regarding zoning designations, non-conforming parcels, and public comments.

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $843,280 magnesium chloride purchase. The board also voted to dissolve the Solid Waste Advisory Committee and reinstate a 'Free Table' at the Colburn Solid Waste Site. Other actions included appointing a new Board of Community Guardian member and awarding two county surveyor contracts.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #29 totaling $440,802.38 (3-0)
• Approved May 24, 2025 Coolin Parade for Priest Lake Spring Festival (3-0)
• Appointed Barbara Buchanan to Board of Community Guardian for 4-year term (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-29 dissolving the Solid Waste Advisory Committee (3-0)
• Approved reinstatement of 'Free Table' at Colburn Solid Waste Site (3-0)
• Awarded 2025 Roadway Pavement Markings Project to Specialized Pavement Markings, LLC for $140,801.69 (3-0)
• Awarded 4,000 tons of Magnesium Chloride to New GMCO, Inc for $843,280.00 (3-0)
• Appointed Tyson Glahe (Glahe & Associates) and Grand Dorman (Highland Surveying LLC) as County Surveyors (3-0)

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed goals and policies for several comprehensive plan components, including Land Use and Transportation. The commission received input from the Panhandle Health District, Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, and Southside Sewer and Water District. Director Gabell will prepare a draft of the Implementation component for a future hearing.

• Approved minutes for April 22, 2025

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board held a special meeting to receive an update on the County's property insurance policy from Farm Bureau. The discussion covered policy structures, deductibles, and coverage for specific sites including the Sheriff/Jail complex and Fairgrounds. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved FY25 claims batch #28 with one specific payment excluded. The Board also approved a new liquor license for a business in Sagle.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #28 totaling $729,966.59 minus $2,600 for Voucher 173410 (2-0)
• Approved new liquor license for Burger Bay, Sagle (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners held a planning workshop to discuss proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Component and Map. No formal decisions were made; the session consisted of discussions regarding water/sewer services, land designations, and the use of a matrix in the plan.

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve an amendment to the Land Use component and map of the Comprehensive Plan (File AM0007-24). The commission also approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan Land Use component and map amendment (File AM0007-24)
• Approved minutes for April 15, 2025

BOCC Advisory Boards, Councils, & Committees

The committee approved the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting. Members discussed the status of grant-funded projects at Garfield Bay and Coolin Swim Beach, as well as potential improvements to the Thama Boat Launch.

• Approved January 23, 2025 meeting minutes

Bonner County Zoning Commission

The Commission recommended approval of a request to change the zoning of a 10-acre property from Rural 10 to Rural 5. The recommendation will be sent to the Board of County Commissioners for final action.

• Recommended approval of zone change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for property off Helen Thompson Road (3-0)
• Tabled approval of April 3, 2025 minutes

Ambulance Service District

The committee approved the meeting minutes from January 15, 2025. Members discussed EMS metrics, partner agency fee schedules, and training needs, but no other formal actions were taken.

• Approved 01/15/2025 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved a claims batch totaling $1,351,966.96 and accepted two quarterly financial reports. The board also authorized airport leases, a $100,000 agreement with Avista, and a road access agreement. Several items were processed via the consent agenda, including the approval of the Thomas Acres plat.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #27 totaling $1,351,966.96 (3-0)
• Approved lease for Shelter #2 at Priest River Airport (3-0)
• Approved rent credit agreement and lease amendment for Lot #29 at Sandpoint Airport (3-0)
• Approved $100,000 General Services Agreement and Work Authorization with Avista (3-0)
• Accepted Treasurer/Auditor Joint Quarterly Report for FY2024 4th quarter ending 9/30/2024 (3-0)
• Accepted Treasurer/Auditor Joint Quarterly Report for FY2025 1st quarter ending 12/31/2024 (3-0)
• Approved Merchant Attestation agreement with Tyler Technologies and Chase Bank (3-0)
• Approved $4,440.00 agreement from Miller Mendel for Sheriff’s Office (3-0)

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the April 1, 2025, meeting minutes. Commissioners reviewed the Implementation Component of the Comprehensive Plan and tabled the discussion on Minor Land Division and Family Exemption codes until May 6, 2025.

• Approved April 01, 2025, minutes with edits
• Tabled discussion on Minor Land Division and Family Exemption codes until May 6, 2025

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of Commissioners met for a special meeting to receive updates on road maintenance, district activities, and engineering projects. No formal votes were taken, and no official actions were decided during the session.

• Discussed sponsor signature authority for federal aid and LILB contracts; Director Jason Topp to draft a Resolution
• Noted construction of crossing arms on East Selle Road will be funded by ITD
• Discussed potential addition of school zones near a private school near Selle

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners held a planning workshop to discuss the appointment and historical use of the Hearing Examiner contract position. No formal actions were taken or decisions made during the meeting.

Bonner County Zoning Commission

The Commission approved a conditional use permit for a 20-unit RV park on 4.17 acres off Clagstone Road and Al’s Welding Road. The approval includes a 30-day maximum occupancy limit per calendar year per guest to ensure the project remains a commercial transient use rather than residential.

• Approved conditional use permit for 20-unit RV park (File CUP0030-21)
• Denied applicant's request to strike specific findings of fact and conditions of approval
• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes as written

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners conducted a planning workshop to review proposed updates to Title 12. Director Gabell presented a summary of changes for sections 12-122 through 12-268. No formal decisions were recorded.

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the March 25, 2025, meeting minutes. The body discussed a Board of County Commissioners directive to remove RV parks/campgrounds as conditional uses in certain zones and reviewed a moratorium on minor land divisions. Members also proposed structural changes to the Comprehensive Plan's implementation component.

• Approved March 25, 2025, minutes with edits

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved a claims payment batch and the vacation of a portion of Olney Boulevard. They also authorized a grant application for noxious weed handbooks and the surplus of assessor vehicles. A proposal for a consultant to review the Comprehensive Plan was discussed but not decided.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #25 totaling $515,864.78 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-23 to vacate a portion of Olney Boulevard (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-24 to surplus Assessor's Office vehicles (3-0)
• Approved Noxious Weeds Handbook grant proposal for Idaho Fish & Wildlife Foundation (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including MLD0062-23 Hemlock Estates plat (3-0)
• Approved Solid Waste invoice for Huber Trailers (3-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Collection Site closure for April 20, 2025 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners voted to postpone three separate planning files to April 9, 2025. These continuations were granted to allow parties time to review late materials and comments.

• Continued hearing for File CUP0012-24 (Communications Tower) to April 9 with a comment deadline of April 2 (3-0)
• Continued hearing for File AM0004-24 (Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment) to April 9 with a comment deadline of April 2 (2-1)
• Continued hearing for File ZC0006-24 (Zone Change) to April 9 with a comment deadline of April 2 (2-1)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners held a planning workshop to review proposed amendments to Title 11. Staff were directed to process the proposed changes to prepare a draft for a future hearing or business meeting. No formal motions were made during the session.

• Directed staff to process proposed Title 11 amendments

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved an ordinance establishing a moratorium on Minor Land Division and Family Exemption applications. The board also approved several administrative payments, election polling place designations, and a surveillance system upgrade.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-25 establishing a moratorium on Minor Land Division and Family Exemption applications (2-1)
• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #24 totaling $631,256.51 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-22 designating 2025 polling places and an absentee precinct (3-0)
• Approved renewal of Verity License & Support for July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved $77,985.62 for Phase 1 of Justice Services surveillance system replacement (3-0)
• Approved sand purchase agreement with Idaho Department of Transportation (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including March 18 minutes and Solid Waste invoices over $5k (3-0)

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission decided that no comprehensive action is needed regarding a proposal to use a grant-funded consultant for the comprehensive plan review. The commission will authorize the chair to draft a memo to the Board of County Commissioners outlining this response.

• Decided no comprehensive action is needed on the proposal for a grant-funded comprehensive plan review consultant
• Approved minutes from March 18, 2025, with edits

Bonner County Zoning Commission

The Commission unanimously approved a modification to Conditional Use Permit C0925-09 for a commercial marina expansion. The approval allows for increased mooring spaces, parking, and structure expansions subject to specific conditions regarding sewage and stormwater.

• Approved modification to Commercial Marina CUP File MOD0006-24 (5-0)
• Approved expansion to 13 mooring spaces
• Approved 18 parking spaces, including 4 tandem spaces
• Approved waterfront setback deviations for a bath house
• Approved 103% bulk expansion for a Caretaker’s Unit
• Approved January 16, 2025 minutes

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner Jaqueline Rucker approved a variance for a residential addition on a 1.590-acre property. The approval allows for a 39.02% bulk increase to a non-conforming structure and a 36'9" waterfront setback. The applicant must meet with the Panhandle Health District regarding the septic permit before issuance.

• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes
• Approved File VO001-25 variance for 39.02% bulk increase and 36'9" waterfront setback

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from March 11, 2025. The commission held a discussion and workshop regarding the Land Use and Land Use Matrix components of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved several infrastructure contracts, budget adjustments for justice services, and grant agreements for boating and emergency management. They also appointed members to the Agriculture Protection Area Commission and approved a lease for Lot 32 at Sandpoint Airport.

• Awarded 2025 Rock Crushing contracts to Peak Sand and Gravel ($295,840.00) and Wood’s Crushing and Hauling ($437,500.00 and $256,307.50)
• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #23 totaling $592,846.20
• Approved Resolution #2025-17 to move $30,686.00 in unanticipated revenue to Juvenile Detention repairs
• Approved Resolution #2025-18 and #2025-19 for unanticipated revenue in Probation Services ($9,781.33 and $10,224.07)
• Approved $57,413.00 match payment for LED stop sign safety improvements
• Approved Recreational Boating Safety grant of $103,919.00 with a $51,959.50 county match
• Approved two IDL grant MOUs for $100,000 and $105,000
• Adopted Resolution #2025-20 appointing members to the Agriculture Protection Area Commission

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners heard an appeal regarding File MLD0063-24, a request to divide a 10.61-acre lot into two smaller lots. The board voted to uphold the Planning Director's administrative denial of the project.

• Affirmed Planning Director's denial of Minor Land Division File MLD0063-24 (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners held a planning update meeting to discuss several administrative and regulatory items. No final votes were recorded; instead, the board agreed to schedule future workshops to address the Comprehensive Plan, building regulations, and land use regulations.

• Agreed to hold two workshops to review the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Component and Map
• Agreed to schedule a workshop in March to discuss Title 11 Building Regulations
• Agreed to hold separate meetings or workshops for Title 11 and Title 12 regulations

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved the Planning Department's use of Facebook, Nextdoor, and LinkedIn for specific purposes. The board also authorized placing notices to title on five specific parcels. Several software and planning contracts were tabled for the next meeting.

• Approved use of Facebook and Nextdoor for Planning Department, provided they do not engage in dialog (3-0)
• Approved use of LinkedIn for Planning Department to engage with potential employment applicants (2-1)
• Approved placing of notice to title for parcels ending in 4670, 0080, 6601, 7950, and 5575 (3-0)
• Tabled renewal of Rentalscape/Deckard short-term rental software contract
• Tabled process to review/approve Comprehensive Plan Land Use Component and Map
• Tabled interpretation of Minor Land Division ordinance provisions BCRC 12-600 and 12-6.6
• Tabled Hearing Examiner Contract and continued use of the position

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners denied a request to change the zoning of a 20-acre property from Rural 10 to Rural 5. The board determined the proposal conflicted with the Bonner County Comprehensive Plan and the Bonner County Revised Code.

• Denied zone change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for File ZC0002 24 (3-0)

Bonner County Planning Commission

The commission conducted a discussion and workshop regarding the Land Use and Land Use Matrix components of the Comprehensive Plan. No substantive policy decisions or zoning changes were voted upon during the meeting.

• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner Jaqueline Rucker approved a conditional use permit for a private airstrip and granted a variance for lot depth-to-width ratios. Both decisions were based on findings that the projects align with the Bonner County Revised Code.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP0013-24 for a private airstrip on 50.885 acres
• Approved Variance V0030-24 for depth to width ratios of 5.0:1 and 5.68:1 (required 3.2:1)
• Approved February 19, 2025 minutes as written

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved a large batch of FY25 claims and authorized the purchase of new bleachers for the fairgrounds. The board also interpreted a specific zoning boundary as Recreation and approved a partial surety release for project S0001-23.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #21 totaling $532,162.92 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-16 to transfer $25,000 from Statutory Reserve to Marine Division (3-0)
• Approved $97,694.00 purchase of bleachers for the Fairgrounds (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Interpreted zoning boundary on RP60N04W273750A to be entirely zoned Recreation (3-0)
• Approved partial surety release of $2,388,636.04 for project S0001-23 (2-1)
• Approved Retail Lockbox Inc’s proposal for payment processing services (3-0)
• Approved revisions to Compensation Policy #600 (3-0)
• Approved plats MLD0045-24, MLD0059-24, and MLD0060-24 via Consent Agenda (3-0)

Bonner County Planning Commission

The commission conducted a discussion and workshop regarding the Land Use and Land Use Matrix components of the Comprehensive Plan. No public comments were provided. No substantive policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners denied a petition to vacate approximately 2.5 acres of public right-of-way on Paul Street. The decision followed opposition from the Road & Bridge department and several residents who cited the area's value for public parking and access to public lands.

• Denied petition VS0006-24 to vacate 2.5 acres of Paul Street (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved a contract extension for liquid asphalt and authorized grant applications for Sandpoint and Priest River airports. Other actions included approving a $623,527.31 claims batch and a roadside spraying agreement. The board also approved the Idaho Sheriff Connect Agreement.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #20 totaling $623,527.31 (3-0)
• Approved Agreement for Medical Examiners Services (3-0)
• Approved Idaho Sheriff Connect Agreement (3-0)
• Approved final plat and surety agreement for Bahia del Sol, 1st Addition (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-15 for Noxious Weeds budget transfer of $15,947.00 (3-0)
• Approved roadside spraying agreement with Custom Spray Service at $45.19 per lane mile (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #3 for 2022 Liquid Asphalt Contract, increasing total by $908,062.09 (3-0)
• Approved grant applications for Sandpoint ($195,000) and Priest River ($653,000) airports (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners reversed a previous denial to approve a variance for File V0012-24. The approval allows a 40-foot shoreline setback where 75 feet is required on a 20-acre Rural 5 zoned property. The decision includes eight conditions regarding riparian vegetation and stormwater management.

• Approved shoreline setback variance for File V0012-24 (2-1)

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner Jacqueline Rucker approved three separate requests regarding property size, lot coverage, and a conditional use permit modification. Each approval was based on findings that the requests aligned with the Bonner County Revised Code.

• Approved V0032-24 variance for ADU size (1,440 sqft) and bedroom count (3) off Hickey Road
• Approved V0029-24 variance for lot coverage (40%), impervious surface (70.9%), and street setback (17.5') off West Garfield Bay Road
• Approved MOD0008-24 modification to CUP0011-23 for pavilion location and lot line adjustment off Garfield Bay Cutoff
• Approved February 5, 2025 hearing minutes as written

Bonner County Planning Commission

The Commission reviewed public comments regarding proposed changes to the Land Use Component and Land Use Map. The meeting consisted of a discussion and workshop on the Comprehensive Plan; no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners denied contracts for Glahe & Associates and Highland Surveying LLC, directing the Planning Director to open a two-week bid process for two surveyors. The board also approved several airport work orders and a bridge repair agreement. A request for the Priest Lake Spring Festival was deferred pending confirmation from the Sheriff and Road and Bridge.

• Denied contract with Glahe & Associates and ordered a two-week bid process (3-0)
• Denied contract with Highland Surveying LLC (3-0)
• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #19 totaling $325,044.87 (3-0)
• Approved $5,000 increase in EDPRO Grant Award #006483 (3-0)
• Approved State and Local Agreement for Merritt Bridge repairs and $10,000 payment (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Rock Crushing bid advertisements for Districts 1, 2, & 3 (3-0)
• Approved four Ardurra work orders for Sandpoint and Priest River airports (3-0)
• Tabled Idaho Sheriff Connect Agreement for legal review (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved a zone change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for a property off Upper Rocky Road and approved a plat vacation for 'Irontop Ridge'. A separate request to change zoning from Agricultural/Forestry 20 to 10 was continued to April 9, 2025.

• Approved zone change from Rural 10 to Rural 5 for File ZC0010-24 (2-0)
• Approved Ordinance to amend Official Zoning Map for File ZC0010-24 (2-0)
• Continued File ZC0011-24 (Agricultural/Forestry 20 to 10) to April 9, 2025 (2-0)
• Approved plat vacation of 'Irontop Ridge' for File VS0004-24 (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved the reinstatement of prior staffing levels to allow the Prosecutor's Office to hire an additional attorney. The Board also approved over $432,000 in claims and authorized the disposal of election and indigent assistance records. Two items regarding fairground bleachers and a sheriff's software agreement were tabled.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #18 totaling $432,776.23
• Approved Resolution #2025-13 for disposal of election records
• Approved Resolution #2025-14 for destruction of Indigent Assistance Office records
• Reinstated prior staffing levels to allow Prosecutor's Office to hire an additional attorney
• Required Bonner County Fair to use Munis billing system for bills paid with taxing/levy revenue
• Tabled Idaho Sheriff Connect agreement to obtain data protection information
• Tabled $97,694.00 Fairground Bleacher bid pending ADA compliance confirmation
• Adopted Consent Agenda including February 4 minutes and Sheriff invoices over $5k

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner Jacqueline Rucker approved a conditional use permit for a paintball and airsoft facility and granted a street setback variance for an accessory building.

• Approved variance V0031-24 for a 3-foot street setback (25 feet required) for an accessory building off Pinto Point Road
• Approved CUP0007-24 for a paintball and airsoft recreational facility on 22 acres off US Highway 95
• Approved a deviation from sign code for CUP0007-24 to allow an off-premises sign at 58 Hidden Creek Rd subject to a notarized neighbor agreement
• Approved January 29, 2025 hearing minutes as written

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board approved a claims batch totaling $513,432.44 and authorized several professional service agreements for road safety, airport maintenance, and auditing. The Board also approved the transfer of two public rights-of-way to the county and updated Solid Waste Advisory Committee bylaws.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #17 totaling $513,432.44 (3-0)
• Approved $20,500 agreement with Negotiation Services LLC for Spirit Lake Cutoff Curves Project (3-0)
• Approved quit claim deed transferring Mineral Ridge Rd and Vintage Road to Bonner County (3-0)
• Approved maintenance agreement with DBT for Sandpoint Airport navigational aids (3-0)
• Approved final plat for Sundance Acres, Planning File No. S0003-21 (3-0)
• Approved MOA with Robobem PREA Auditing LLC for juvenile detention center audit (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-11 updating Solid Waste Advisory Committee bylaws (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-12 for $5,000 unanticipated revenue for VAST (3-0)

Bonner County Hearing Examiner

Hearing Examiner Jacqueline Rucker denied a request for a property line setback variance for a project off Bayview Drive. The applicant sought a 0-foot setback where 5 feet is required to construct a deck.

• Denied variance request VO027-24 for 0-foot property line setback for a deck
• Approved minutes for December 4, 2024 and January 15, 2025 hearings

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners denied two requests for a 1.81-acre property to change its comprehensive plan map and zoning to allow for resort or recreational use. The board also heard a reconsideration request for a shoreline setback variance on a 20-acre property, though the provided minutes end before a final decision was recorded.

• Denied Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment from Rural Residential to Resort Community (File AM0004-24) (2-1)
• Denied Zone Change from Rural 5 to Recreation (File ZC0006-24) (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners Calendar

The Board of County Commissioners approved several FAA grant applications for airport improvements and authorized a $70,607.74 emergency management grant. The board also voted to remove standing rules from future agendas and eliminate the remote public comment sign-up form from the county website.

• Approved FY25 Claims Batch #16 totaling $319,642.12 (3-0)
• Approved Payment Processing Agreement and Amendment with Tyler Technologies (3-0)
• Approved four FAA AIP Grant applications for Priest River and Sandpoint Airports (3-0)
• Approved 2024 SHSP Grant award of $70,607.74 and Resolution #2025-08 (3-0)
• Approved removal of 'STANDING RULES' from future regular meeting agendas (2-1)
• Approved removal of Remote Public Comment Sign Up form from website (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Resolution #2025-09 appointing Glenn Baumann and Nathan Carroll to Fair Board (3-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including liquor license for Marigold Bistro and two plats (3-0)