Jefferson County, Idaho

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

County Commissioners

Building Board of Appeals

The Jefferson County Building Board of Appeals will meet to discuss HVAC permits, electrical and plumbing programs, and roofing permits/inspections. The board will also vote on approving meeting minutes from a prior session. No formal appeals or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Discuss HVAC permits
• Discuss electrical & plumbing programs
• Discuss Roofing permits / inspections

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on three items: a zone map amendment to rezone a parcel from Agriculture-10 to Residential-1, a variance for building setbacks on a shop addition, and a conditional use permit to relocate a manufactured home older than 15 years into the county.

• Zone map amendment (ZON26-0005) for 9.656 acres at 2426 E 2050 N from Agriculture-10 to Residential-1
• Variance (VAR26-0008) at 4021 E 480 N to reduce building setback from 16 ft to 12 ft for a shop attached to an existing shed
• Conditional use permit (CUP26-0002) to move a 2000-built manufactured home from Bingham County to 15.055 acres off Annis Hwy in Agriculture-10 zone

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting budget workshops for multiple departments, including the Sheriff's Office, Prosecutor, and Treasurer. The board will also consider action items regarding an amended IDOC contract and a record destruction resolution.

• Amended IDOC contract approval
• Resolution #2026-40 regarding destruction of records
• Roberts Fire/QRU Memorandum of Understanding for ARPA purchase of AED
• Board of Equalization action on Parcel #RP04N39E283376
• Discussion on jail dishwasher replacement

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission meets to discuss ongoing planning work, including an update on the Water Study Project, continued discussion on comprehensive plan elements, and survey questions. No zoning changes, public hearings, or contract votes are on the agenda; the meeting is a procedural work session.

• Update on Water Study Project
• Continue discussion on plan elements
• Discussion on survey questions
• Next steps for planning process

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will consider issuing a burn ban via Resolution #2026-39 and approve a new Tyler Technology dispatch system. Other action items include a quarterly jail inspection, accepting a waterways grant, and approving the Lindstrom administrative plat for a three-lot subdivision. The afternoon is reserved for budget workshops with multiple county departments.

• Approve Resolution #2026-39 for a burn ban
• Discuss and approve new Tyler Technology system for dispatch
• Approve Lindstrom Administrative Plat (SUB26-0005): three lots off N 3200 E in AG-10 zone
• Approve HVAC bid for new shop at Circular Butte Landfill
• Approve waiving building permit fees for Menan Library

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will hold a regularly scheduled meeting with multiple action items and discussions. Key decisions include approving a new Tyler Technology dispatch system for the Sheriff's Office, a road dedication for Driftwood Estates, and a lot line adjustment in Jenco Acres. The board will also discuss contract negotiations, solid waste fees, and an informational presentation on INL operations and aquifer protection.

• Approve new Tyler Technology system for dispatch (Sheriff's Office)
• Approve Resolution #2026-37 declaring surplus property (Road & Bridge)
• Approve Resolution #2026-38 accepting road dedication for Driftwood Estates Division One
• Approve new HVAC contractor for Circular Butte Shop
• Discuss paving the courthouse parking lot and dishwasher/jail shower issues

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will continue discussing plan elements and review data gathering on housing in the Greater Rigby Area. The meeting will also include a discussion on survey questions and next steps.

• Continue discussion on plan elements
• Review data gathering on housing in the Greater Rigby Area
• Discussion on survey questions
• Review of next steps
• Meeting held at Jefferson County Courthouse, 210 Courthouse Way, Suite 240

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and decide on four action items: a zone map amendment, two variance requests, and a preliminary plat for a subdivision. The zone map amendment would rezone 114.96 acres from Agriculture-20 to Residential-5 and Residential-1. Two variance requests involve lot dimension and setback requirements. The preliminary plat proposes 160 lots in the Hunter Chase subdivision, which was tabled since February 2023.

• Zone map amendment (ZON26-0004) for 114.96 acres off E 625 N from Ag-20 to Residential-5 and Residential-1
• Variance (VAR26-0006) for width-to-depth ratio and building setbacks on 15.01 acres at 245 and 247 N 3900 E
• Variance (VAR26-0007) for 30 lots in Hunter Chase Subdivision due to public right-of-way dedication, parcels RP04N38E350033 & RP04N38E354201
• Preliminary plat (SUB-22-12-01) for Hunter Chase Subdivision with 160 lots, individual wells/septic, on 187.94 acres

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will vote on a final plat for Homeland Estates and several Memorandums of Understanding with local cities. The board will also review a new probation policy manual and personnel matters in executive session.

• Homeland Estates final plat (SUB24-0016) creating 11 lots off E 300 N and Highway 48
• Memorandums of Understanding with the cities of Lewisville, Menan, Ririe, and Roberts
• Adoption of new Probation Policy Manual
• Resolution #2026-36 for destruction of records
• AED funding request from Roberts QRU

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the Greater Rigby Area Committee. It will also review the Vision and Guiding Principles for the Greater Rigby Area Plan. The meeting will begin discussion of plan elements, including housing, transportation, and infrastructure.

• Elect Chair and Vice Chair for the Greater Rigby Area Committee
• Review Vision and Guiding Principles for the Greater Rigby Area Plan
• Begin discussion of plan elements: housing, transportation, infrastructure

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will vote on a zone map amendment changing 21.741 acres off Twin Butte Rd from AG-40 to R-5. Other action items include approving a contract attorney agreement (Resolution #2026-35), an emergency management grant award, and certificates of residency. The board will also discuss the Circular Butte Shop expansion project and enter executive session for an indigent matter.

• Adopt Ordinance #2026-10 approving zone change from AG-40 to R-5 for parcel RP05N38E044350 (21.741 acres) off Twin Butte Rd
• Approve Resolution #2026-35 – agreement with contract attorney
• Discuss Circular Butte Shop Expansion Project report and determine next steps
• Approve Emergency Management Performance Grant Award Notice agreement
• Approve claims and certificates of residency

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will review a budget presentation from Eastern Idaho Public Health and an audit from Searle Hart & Associates. The board is deciding on a lot line adjustment in Rigby and the disposition of county property. Other actions include appointing the County Clerk and updating a posted limit on 3800 East.

• Lot line adjustment application LLA26-0003 for parcels at 4139 E 140 N, Rigby
• Resolution #2026-31 establishing a new posted limit for a portion of 3800 East
• Resolutions #2026-33 and #2026-34 regarding disposition of county property
• MOU between Jefferson County Parks & Rec and Divers with Valor for recreational diving
• Appointment of the County Clerk

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will organize the Greater Rigby Area Committee by electing a Chair and Vice Chair. It will also discuss guiding principles for the area plan, review a survey, consider the project schedule, and talk about community outreach. The meeting will be streamed via Zoom and YouTube.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the Greater Rigby Area Committee
• Discussion of guiding principles for the Greater Rigby Area Plan
• Review of the Greater Rigby Area Survey
• Discussion of the project plan schedule
• Discussion of community outreach efforts

The committee held discussions regarding guiding principles for the Greater Rigby Area Plan, including housing density, agricultural preservation, and infrastructure needs. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during this meeting.

• Postponed appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair due to lack of quorum

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will canvass the May 19 election results, discuss a property tax software contract using ARPA funds, and hold three public hearings on zoning code updates. They will also vote on a zone map amendment changing 24.14 acres from Residential-One to Suburban Neighborhood, and consider a salvage license renewal for Market Lake Salvage. The Planning & Zoning department will provide updates on software, staffing, budget, and social media use.

• Canvass of May 19 election results (action item)
• Approve contract negotiations for Aumentum/Proval property tax software using ARPA funds
• Public hearing on Ordinance #2026-09: zone map amendment for parcels off N 4000 E in Lynnco Acres (24.14 acres, Residential-One to Suburban Neighborhood)
• Public hearings on Ordinances #2026-06, #2026-07, #2026-08: updating zoning chapter, subdivision chapter, and variance process
• Approve salvage license renewal for Market Lake Salvage at 3051 E 312 N, Roberts, Idaho

The Board approved May 19th election results and a Ririe School District supplemental levy. Additionally, several zoning and subdivision ordinances were passed, and a resolution to transfer funds was approved.

• Approved May 19, 2026 primary election results (3-0)
• Approved Ririe School District supplemental levy (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2026-32 for fund transfers (3-0)
• Approved claims from May 18 to May 26 for $144,845.39 (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for April 27 and May 4 (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2026-09 zone map amendment (3-0)
• Approved Market Lake Salvage license renewal (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2026-06 zoning updates (3-0)

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use requests and zoning code updates. The body will decide on specific zoning changes, variances, and a conditional use permit, as well as broader amendments to county subdivision and zoning chapters.

• ZON26-0003: Request to change 21.741 acres off Twin Butte Rd from Agriculture-40 to Residential-5
• SUB-22-12-01: Preliminary plat for Hunter Chase subdivision featuring 160 lots on 187.94 acres
• CUP26-0001: Conditional use permit for storing up to 35 RVs on 2.27 acres off N 3750 E
• AM26-0001: Proposed zoning amendments for multi-family, food trucks, and landfill uses
• AM26-0003: Proposed updates to the variance process to align with state statutes

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will vote on several actions, including a zoning map amendment that changes four parcels from Residential‑One to Suburban Neighborhood. They will also consider lease addendum for Anthem Broadband, opioid settlement fund discussion, probation job reclassifications, and various routine approvals such as claims and licenses.

• Approve addendum to Anthem Broadband tower space lease
• Discuss opioid settlement funds and approve probation job reclassifications
• Approve Resolution #2026-31 setting a new posted speed limit on a portion of 3800 East
• Approve Ordinance #2026-09 to rezone parcels RP005120000030‑060 to Suburban Neighborhood zone (24.14 acres in Lynnco Acres)
• Approve claims, certificates of residency, meeting minutes, PTO donation, and beverage catering licenses

The board created a Deputy Probation Director, a Senior Administrative Office Assistant, a Probation Officer II, and a Senior Probation Officer, all passing unanimously. They also approved grade and step changes for five existing employees. Additionally, the commissioners approved tax deed auction motions for two parcels.

• Approved creation of Deputy Probation Director (grade 10) – passed
• Approved creation of Senior Administrative Office Assistant (grade 5) – passed
• Approved creation of Probation Officer II (grade 6) – passed
• Approved creation of Senior Probation Officer (grade 8) – passed
• Approved grade/step changes for employees #685, 701, 639, 537, 1076, 1074 – passed
• Approved tax deed hearing auction for parcel RPD0221019004A – passed
• Approved tax deed hearing auction for parcel RP05N38E365776 – passed

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss adopting Ordinance #2026-05 regarding the Agricultural Protection Area. The board will also review road dedications and an ARPA funding request. Other items include the purchase of an air compressor and claims approval.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #2026-05 (Agricultural Protection Act text amendment AM26-0005)
• ARPA funding request from Jefferson Central Ambulance District
• Resolution 2026-29: Saddle Hills Division 2 road dedication
• Resolution #2026-30: County Line Commercial Division 3 road dedication
• Purchase of an air compressor

The board approved $12,500 ARPA funding and a memorandum of understanding for the Jefferson Central Ambulance District, purchased a $7,049 air compressor, accepted two road dedications, approved $369,239.85 in claims, adopted an agricultural protection ordinance amendment, and ratified the April 20 meeting minutes.

• Approved $12,500 ARPA funding for Jefferson Central Ambulance District (3-0)
• Approved memorandum of understanding with Jefferson Central Ambulance District (3-0)
• Approved purchase of Lochte air compressor for $7,049 (3-0)
• Approved resolution 2026-29 accepting Saddle Hill Division 2 road dedication (3-0)
• Approved resolution 2026-30 accepting County Line Commercial Division 3 road dedication (3-0)
• Approved claims totaling $369,239.85 for May 4‑11, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved ordinance #2026-05 agricultural protection act amendment (3-0)
• Approved the April 20, 2026 commissioner meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the Greater Rigby Area Committee. It will also hear a presentation on the project plan and discuss guiding principles and a survey for the Greater Rigby Area Plan. An administrator will provide updates on agenda items.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the Greater Rigby Area Committee
• Presentation on the Greater Rigby Area project plan
• Discussion of guiding principles for the Greater Rigby Area Plan
• Discussion of the Greater Rigby Area survey results
• Administrator provides updates on agenda items

The commission postponed the election of a chair and vice chair, with no motion made and no vote taken. It also tabled the preliminary plat for the Hunter Chase 161‑parcel subdivision, directing the applicant to complete a nutrient‑pathogen study and a traffic study before the next review. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Postponed election of Chair & Vice Chair (no motion, no vote)
• Tabled Hunter Chase 161‑parcel subdivision preliminary plat; required nutrient‑pathogen and traffic studies

County Commissioners

The commission will hold a public hearing to adopt Ordinance #2026-04, which updates building regulations including adopting the National Electrical Code and Idaho State Plumbing Code, and adds new rules regarding cargo containers. Other action items include an appeal regarding road standards for Red Fox Subdivision, approval of a contract with Madison AI, and a resolution for disposition of county property. The commission will also discuss a funding request from Jefferson Central Ambulance and handle routine approvals.

• Public hearing to adopt Ordinance #2026-04 amending Chapter 104 (Building and Building Regulations)
• Appeal of formal decision requiring adherence to county engineering road standards for Red Fox Subdivision
• Approve contract with Madison AI
• Approve addendum to security agreement with Yellowstone Heights/Pineview Estates Subdivision regarding lien release
• Resolution 2026-25 for disposition of county property

The commission approved a development agreement for the Red Fox Subdivision road project, adopted ordinance #2026-04 updating building, electrical and plumbing codes, and approved several financial and administrative items. It also authorized a $197,588.60 claim payment, a $30,000 contract with Madison Al, and the auction of surplus county property. Certificates of residency for the spring semester were approved for three community colleges. The board of equalization was suspended and an ambulance funding request was tabled.

• Approved Red Fox Subdivision road construction with development agreement (unanimous)
• Approved claim payments of $197,588.60 for April 25‑May 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved certificates of residency for spring 2026 at three community colleges (unanimous)
• Approved resolution 2026-25 to auction surplus county property (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 contract with Madison Al for services (unanimous)
• Approved release and replacement of lien in Yellowstone Heights/Pineview Estates subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved lifting of Notice to Title for parcel RP04N40E310460 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance #2026-04 adopting updated building, electrical, plumbing codes and cargo‑container provisions (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a meeting to discuss the Greater Rigby Area boundaries, review a growth analysis, and consider a development plan. The committee will also discuss a survey and guiding principles for the area plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the items are for discussion and presentation.

• Discussion of Greater Rigby Area boundaries
• Presentation on Jefferson County Potential Growth Analysis
• Presentation on Greater Rigby Area Development Plan
• Discussion of Greater Rigby Area Survey
• Discussion on Guiding Principles for Greater Rigby Area Plan

The Planning and Zoning Commission set the date for its next Greater Rigby Area Committee meeting on May 11, 2026. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

• Scheduled next meeting for May 11 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will vote on several property dispositions and industrial-pollution control tax exemptions. The body will also consider vendor contracts for parks and recreation and equipment purchases for the Circular Butte Landfill shop.

• Industrial-pollution control tax exemptions for Idaho Pacific, Potato Products of Idaho, and Idahoan Foods
• Summer vendor contracts for Taylors Sno Cone and Lakeside Recreation LLC
• Disposition of county property via Resolutions #2026-27, #2026-28, and #2026-24
• Site improvement exemptions for Stoneridge and Pineview Estates
• Intergovernmental agreement with the United States Department of Energy regarding PILT

The commission approved a license agreement with Lakeside Recreation for the county lake, moved $229.02 in mobile‑home taxes to the associated real‑property parcel, and adopted several resolutions to destroy records and dispose of surplus county property. It also approved a $60,000 water truck purchase, an $11,897.60 hot‑pressure washer, site‑improvement exemptions for Stoneridge and Pineview Estates, and industrial‑pollution control tax exemptions for Idaho Pacific, Bob Evans Farm Foods, and Idahoan Foods. Additional actions included approving $95,225.06 in claims, retail alcohol licenses for Maverik, and the meeting minutes.

• Approved Lakeside Recreation license ($550 or 6% of gross sales) (3‑0)
• Approved transfer of $229.02 mobile‑home taxes to real‑property parcel RP06N353E193190 (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #2026-27 to destroy records meeting retention requirements (3‑0)
• Approved purchase of a 2016 International water truck for $60,000 from Cowboy Contracting (3‑0)
• Approved purchase of a Landa stationary hot pressure washer for $11,897.60 from Carl’s Inc (3‑0)
• Approved site‑improvement exemption for Stoneridge at 75% for 14 parcels (3‑0)
• Approved industrial‑pollution control tax exemption for Bob Evans Farm Foods (parcel RPA06200010010) for $612,563 (3‑0)
• Approved retail alcoholic beverage license for Maverik in Rigby for 2026 (3‑0)

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will consider site improvement and property tax exemptions. The board will also discuss the use of ARPA funds for property tax software and budget season planning.

• Site improvement exemptions for Teton Heights and Fieldstone Meadows Div. 2
• Purchase of an air compressor and hot pressure washer for the Circular Butte Landfill shop
• Circular Butte Landfill well pump upgrade
• Summer Lake vendor contract approval
• Discussion of ARPA funds for property tax software conversion

The board approved 75% site‑improvement tax exemptions for Teton Heights and Fieldstone Meadows Division 2. It also approved a series of 100% property‑tax exemptions for several parcels, including Alturas Academy North, Community Family Clinic, Mud Lake Historical Society, Kelly Canyon Ski Patrol, Ririe Chapel, and others. Additional actions included approving a $69,440.27 scraper repair, a $34,135.78 landfill pump purchase, a lake vendor contract with La Mexicana, and two alcohol‑beverage catering permits.

• Approved 75% tax exemption for Teton Heights unsold lots (motion passed 3‑0)
• Approved 75% tax exemption for Fieldstone Meadows Division 2 (motion passed 3‑0)
• Approved 100% property‑tax exemptions for multiple parcels (Alturas Academy North, Community Family Clinic, Mud Lake Historical Society, Kelly Canyon Ski Patrol, Ririe Chapel, EICAP, etc.) (each motion passed 3‑0)
• Approved scraper repair at landfill for $69,440.27 with potential $17,999 refund (motion passed 3‑0)
• Approved installation of a 10‑hp pump for Circular Butte Landfill well for $34,135.78 (motion passed 3‑0)
• Approved lake vendor license agreement with La Mexicana for $550 or 6% of sales (motion passed 3‑0)
• Approved alcohol‑beverage catering permits for Snakebite Restaurant and Palace Event Center (each motion passed 3‑0)
• Approved claims totaling $178,481.72, allocating $30,000 to Fair Board building project (motion passed 3‑0)

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will hold a workshop to approve meeting minutes, discuss HVAC permits, and discuss electrical and plumbing programs. The meeting includes commissioner and staff updates.

• Approve meeting minutes
• Discuss HVAC permits
• Discuss electrical and plumbing programs

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on a zone map amendment for 24.14 acres from Residential-One to Suburban Neighborhood, and three text amendments to zoning and subdivision codes. The text amendments would allow signs administratively in all zones, permit private landfills in industrial zones, add multifamily units as conditional use in C-1, and adjust subdivision plat and design standards. The commission will also hold an executive session for personnel and appoint members to the Greater Rigby Area Outreach Committee.

• Zone map amendment for parcels RP005120000030, RP005120000040, RP005120000050, RP005120000060 (24.14 acres off N 4000 E, Lynnco Acres Div. No. 1) from Residential-One to Suburban Neighborhood (ACTION ITEM)
• Text amendment to Chapter 112 to allow signs administratively in all zones, permit private landfills in light and heavy industrial zones with standards, and add multifamily units as conditional use in C-1 (ACTION ITEM)
• Text amendment to Chapter 110 Subdivisions: allow lot line adjustments, change administrative plat to 4 lots, short plat to 10, subdivision over 10; update community well/septic requirements per state statute (ACTION ITEM)
• Executive session per Idaho Code 74-206(A) for personnel (ACTION ITEM)
• Appoint committee members for the Greater Rigby Area Outreach Committee (ACTION ITEM)

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of Zone Map Amendment ZON26-0002, with staff‑recommended conditions attached. The recommendation passed with five votes in favor and one against. The commission also adopted additional language urging County Commissioners to consider development agreements for sewer and water in future parcels.

• Recommended approval of ZON26-0002 zone map amendment (5-1)
• Adopted staff‑recommended conditions for the recommendation
• Added language urging County Commissioners to consider sewer/water provisions in future development agreements

County Commissioners

The commission will vote on designating precincts and approving ballots for the May 19, 2026 election, and on a civil‑science contract to test and certify the foundation at the Circular Butte Shop. They will also hold a public hearing on an appeal of a denied variance (APP‑VAR26‑0003) that seeks a 12‑foot setback for a 26‑foot structure in the Rigby residential‑one zone. Additional items include approval of claims, certificates of residency, a catering permit, and an amended plat for Clearview Estates.

• Approve designated precincts for the May 19, 2026 election (Elections)
• Approve ballots for the May primary election (Elections)
• Approve civil‑science quote to test and certify the foundation at the Circular Butte Shop (Engineer)
• Public hearing on appeal of variance decision APP‑VAR26‑0003 for a 12‑ft setback in the Rigby residential‑one zone (Planning & Zoning)
• Approve second amended plat for Clearview Estates – lot line adjustment between parcels RP04N38E300760 and RP002830010140 (Planning & Zoning)

The commission approved a variance overturn for APP-Var26-0003, permitting a shop to be built closer to the property line than previously allowed. It also approved the May 19 primary election precinct locations and ballot inventory, authorized a $2,515 foundation test and a $775 concrete cutting contract, and approved $244,351.12 in claims. Additional actions included approving a beverage catering permit for an April 26 event, the Clearview Estates second amended plat, and the Homestead Estates preliminary plat decision letter.

• Approved variance overturn for APP-Var26-0003 (motion by Young, second Clark)
• Approved Jefferson County precinct locations for May 19 primary (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Approved May 2026 primary ballot inventory (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Approved Civil Science foundation test at old shop for $2,515 (Young, Clark aye)
• Approved EC Concrete Cutting for $775 (Young, Clark aye)
• Approved claims for April 4‑10, 2026 totaling $244,351.12 (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Approved beverage catering permit for Wild River Arena on April 26 (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Approved Clearview Estates Second Amended Plat (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to adopt Resolution 2026-18, establishing a county‑wide fee schedule for all offices and departments. They will also consider several resolutions, including declaring a drought, cancelling a tax parcel (MHC096000D0030), and destroying records. The agenda includes approvals for subdivision plats, contracts for fireworks, lake gates, and ambulance district funding, as well as personnel matters in executive sessions.

• Public hearing to adopt Resolution 2026-18 – county‑wide fee schedule
• Approve final plat – Sub‑23-09-01 – Sunset View Estates (27‑lot subdivision off E 75 N, R‑5 zone)
• Approve firework vendor contract
• Approve purchase of entry and exit gates for lake entrance
• Approve tax cancellation – MHC096000D0030

The commission approved Resolution #2026-23, declaring a drought disaster for Jefferson County. It also adopted Resolution #2026-18, creating a county‑wide fee schedule for all departments. Additional actions included approving $377,147.52 in claims, purchasing Madison AI software for $30,000, and authorizing the Fourth of July fireworks contract for $28,500. Several other items such as a tax cancellation, a remote‑access agreement, and a subdivision plat were also approved.

• Approved drought disaster declaration (Resolution #2026-23)
• Adopted county‑wide fee schedule (Resolution #2026-18)
• Approved claims totaling $377,147.52 for March 21–April 3, 2026
• Approved purchase of Madison AI software for $30,000
• Approved Fourth of July fireworks contract for $28,500
• Approved remote access agreement for Thompson Land Surveying ($50 per month)
• Approved tax cancellation of $168 for parcel MHC096000D0030
• Approved final plat for Sunset View Estates subdivision

County Commissioners

Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Resolution 2026‑18 to adopt a county‑wide fee schedule for all Jefferson County offices and services. The agenda also includes action items to approve a small animal building for the Mud Lake Fair, various claim and tax exemption approvals, and the opening and approval of the low bidder for a hot‑mix asphalt contract. Additional items include approval of private road maintenance agreements for easements off E 150 N and N 5100 E, approval of an amended plat for Bear Island, and discussion of a Menan road work memorandum of understanding.

• Adopt Resolution 2026‑18 establishing a county‑wide fee schedule for all offices
• Approve construction of a small animal building for the Mud Lake Fair
• Approve the low bidder for the hot‑mix asphalt contract (bid opening)
• Approve private road maintenance agreements for easements off E 150 N and N 5100 E (Ordinance #2024‑05)
• Approve the Bear Island First amended plat adjusting lot lines off N 3167 E (AG‑10 zone)

The board approved a $654,307.13 claims payment for March 7‑20, authorized the Mud Lake Fair to build a small‑animal shelter up to $30,000, and changed claims approval to a weekly schedule. They also approved a Certificate of Residency for a college student and granted several 100 % property‑tax exemptions to local churches and organizations. The county‑wide fee schedule was tabled until the April 6 meeting, and the hot‑mix asphalt supplier H&K was selected as the primary vendor at $64.75 per ton. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved Mud Lake Fair small‑animal building up to $30,000 (3‑0)
• Approved March 7‑20 claims payment for $654,307.13 (3‑0)
• Approved weekly claims approval cycle (3‑0)
• Approved Certificate of Residency for Robert Walker (3‑0)
• Approved 100 % tax exemption for Rigby Community Presbyterian Church parcel RPA0005010005E (3‑0)
• Approved 100 % tax exemption for Roman Catholic Diocese of Boise parcels RPD0221006024A and RPC00000200160 (3‑0)
• Approved hot‑mix supplier H&K as primary at $64.75/ton (3‑0)
• Tabled adoption of county‑wide fee schedule until April 6 (3‑0)

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a withdrawn zone‑map amendment for a 10‑acre parcel in the Pleasant Place Subdivision. It will also review three variance requests that seek reduced building setbacks for structures taller than 14 ft on Residential‑One parcels. An executive session will be held to discuss personnel matters.

• Withdrawal of Zone Map Amendment ZON26‑0001 for parcel RP001700010010 (10 acres) in Pleasant Place Subdivision, originally to change from Residential‑One to Agriculture‑Ten.
• Variance VAR26‑0002 by Riley Jeppesen for 1.06‑acre parcel N 3744 E, requesting a 15‑ft setback instead of the required 24.5 ft for a 28.5‑ft building.
• Variance VAR26‑0003 by Joel Johnson for 1.1‑acre parcel N 4090 E, requesting a 12‑ft setback instead of the required 22 ft for a 26‑ft building.
• Executive session on personnel matters per Idaho Code 74‑206(A).
• Item to appoint a new Vice Chairman was removed from the agenda.

The commission approved a variance for Riley Jeppesen’s shop (VAR26-0002) unanimously. It denied Joel Johnson’s variance request (VAR26-0003) because it did not meet code 112-98 requirements. The board also moved the meeting to executive session and then tabled that action, both unanimously.

• Approved minutes (motion by Barry, second by Arnell; unanimous)
• Approved VAR26-0002 variance for Riley Jeppesen (motion by Arnell, second by Priest; unanimous, opposed by Barney)
• Denied VAR26-0003 variance for Joel Johnson (motion by Barney, second by Barry; vote not recorded; supporters: Barry, Barney, Albertson, Arnell; opponents: Priest, Arnold)
• Moved to Executive Session 74-206A (motion by Barney, second by Barry; unanimous)
• Tabled to come out of Executive Session (motion by Barney, second by Barry; unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will vote on two Blue Cross agreements—a stop‑loss contract and an administrative service agreement. They will also approve temporary construction easements for three county canals. Additional items include a discussion on purchasing traffic counters and a Teton Dam presentation with Q&A.

• Approve Blue Cross Stop Loss Contract
• Approve Blue Cross Administrative Service Agreement
• Approve temporary construction easements for the Butte Market Lake Canal, Eagle Rock Canal, and Farmers Friend Canal
• Discuss purchasing traffic counters
• Teton Dam presentation and Q&A

The board voted to approve the Blue Cross Administrative Service Agreement and a $3,767 stop‑loss contract, both unanimously. They also authorized the disposal of county property, added a panic button and new door for the prosecutor’s office, and approved several temporary construction easements, two of which required a $500 payment. The meeting minutes from February 23 were accepted, and the certificates of residency for Madeleine Smith were approved. No tax exemption items were approved.

• Approved Blue Cross Administrative Service Agreement (aye, aye, aye)
• Approved Blue Cross Stop Loss Contract (aye, aye, aye)
• Approved Resolution #2026-19 to dispose of county property (aye, aye, aye)
• Authorized prosecutor to add panic button and install new door after cost estimates (aye, aye, aye)
• Approved temporary construction easement for parcel RP04N0E358401 with $500 payment (aye, aye, aye)
• Approved temporary construction easement for parcel RP04N40E357690 with $500 payment (aye, aye, aye)
• Approved purchase of Armadillo radar traffic counter for $3,767 (aye, aye, aye)
• Approved certificates of residency for Spring 2026 for Madeleine Smith (aye, aye, aye)

County Commissioners

At the March 9 meeting, Jefferson County Commissioners will consider several action items, including a public hearing to adopt ordinance #2026-03 that sets uniform design standards for roads, bridges, drainage, utilities and related infrastructure. They will also review a preliminary planned unit development for a ski resort (PUD25-0001) and a commercial preliminary plat (Sub25-0017) for County Line Crossroads. Additional items include approvals for an asphalt contract, certificates of residency, solid‑waste financial assurance, and personnel policy updates.

• Adopt ordinance #2026-03 establishing county road standard specifications and drawings
• Approve Idaho Asphalt contract for the 2026 chipping season
• Public hearing on PUD25-0001: 30 two‑story cabins on 65.554 acres off E Kelly Canyon Rd
• Approve County Line Crossroads commercial preliminary plat (Sub25-0017) for 63 lots on 132.66 acres
• Approve short plat amendment Sub25-0008 creating 7 lots accessed by private road off E 627 N

Commissioners approved a $32,391 bid to enclose the chemical room and adopted Resolution #2026-16 to destroy records. They adopted the Jefferson County Public Works Road Standards Ordinance #2026-03 and Resolution #2026-15, and approved the Idaho Asphalt road oil contract. Additional approvals included $728,271.47 in claims, a $2,500 partnership with the Westside Soil & Water Conservation District, a preliminary Planned Unit Development for Kelly Canyon, and a commercial preliminary plat for County Line Crossroads.

• Approved chemical room enclosure bid $32,391 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2026-16 to destroy records (3-0)
• Adopted Road Standards Ordinance #2026-03 and Resolution #2026-15 (3-0)
• Approved Idaho Asphalt road oil contract (3-0)
• Approved claims totaling $728,271.47 (3-0)
• Approved $2,500 partnership with Westside Soil & Water Conservation District (3-0)
• Approved preliminary PUD-25-0001 for Kelly Canyon ski resort (3-0)
• Approved County Line Crossroads commercial preliminary plat with amended conditions (3-0)

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting Ordinance #2026-03 and Resolution #2026-15 to establish uniform standards for roads, bridges, and drainage. The meeting includes decisions on several subdivision plats and lot line adjustments, as well as a discussion on landfill fees.

• Adoption of Ordinance #2026-03 and Resolution #2026-15 regarding Public Works road standard specifications
• Final plat for Sunset View Estates Subdivision (27 proposed lots) off E 75 N
• Short plat application for A Pleasant Place First Amended Plat off E 627 N
• Lot line adjustments for County Line Commercial Park (N Landmark Lane) and Klim Plaza (County Line Road)
• Request for operating funds for Jefferson Soil & Water Conservation District

The board approved a $9,500 contribution to the Jefferson Soil & Water Conservation District, funded by the county with a matching state contribution. They also approved a $1,000 credit card for the Election Department, cancelled a $487.68 tax on parcel RP006360040220, set solid waste fees at $45.05 per bedroom for five parcels, and adopted several lot‑line adjustments and plat approvals. All motions passed with two ayes and one absent member.

• Approved $9,500 funding to Jefferson Soil & Water Conservation District (2 ayes, 1 absent)
• Tabled ordinance 2026-03 on road standards (2 ayes, 1 absent)
• Approved $1,000 credit card limit for Election Department (2 ayes, 1 absent)
• Approved tax cancellation for parcel RP006360040220, $487.68 (2 ayes, 1 absent)
• Approved solid waste fee $45.05 per bedroom for five parcels (2 ayes, 1 absent)
• Constituted Board of Equalization (2 ayes, 1 absent)
• Approved County Line Commercial Park Division No.3 First Amended Plat (2 ayes, 1 absent)
• Approved Klim Plaza Division No.1 First Amended Plat (2 ayes, 1 absent)

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will review several inter-county agreements and land use requests. The body is deciding on contracts for landfill HVAC and software, as well as a subdivision plat.

• Administrative plat SUB26-0002 for a 3-lot subdivision off N 4100 E
• MOU with Bannock County for District 6 Juvenile Detention Center
• MOU with Bonneville, Bingham, and Butte Counties for 3B Juvenile Detention Center
• HVAC contract award for Circular Butte Landfill Shop
• Joint Powers contract renewal with City of Rigby for building inspections

The Jefferson County Board approved a resolution to destroy records that met retention requirements. It also approved multiple memoranda of understanding for juvenile detention, several contracts for infrastructure and services, and financial claims totaling over $760,000. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution #2026-12 to destroy records (3-0 vote)
• Approved MOU with 3B Juvenile Detention Center (3-0 vote)
• Approved MOU with Bannock County, excluding section D (3-0 vote)
• Approved $21,930 parking lot seal coating and striping contract with Snake River Striping & Asphalt Maintenance (3-0 vote)
• Approved $764,214.42 claims for Feb 7‑20, 2026 (3-0 vote)
• Approved Drinc Inc. wholesale location permit (3-0 vote)
• Approved HVAC contract award to Sermon for $36,170 (3-0 vote)
• Approved Cityworks software contract renewal for $39,375 (3-0 vote)

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will review two action items: a variance request to reduce building setbacks on a 4‑acre residential property off Highway 48, and an application for a commercial preliminary plat for a 63‑lot subdivision named County Line Crossroad on 132.66 acres off N 3800 E and County Line Rd. The meeting will also include a vote for a new head chairman and vice chairman, approval of minutes, and routine updates.

• VAR26-0001: variance request to reduce setbacks to 2 ft west and 7.5 ft south on a 4‑acre residential‑five zone property off E 300 N/Highway 48
• SUB25-0017: commercial preliminary plat for County Line Crossroad subdivision, 63 lots on 132.66 acres in Commercial‑One zone off N 3800 E and County Line Rd
• Vote to elect new head chairman and vice chairman
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Public hearings and routine commission updates

The commission unanimously denied Carol Nielsen’s request (VAR26-0001) to reduce setback requirements for an agricultural structure on a 4‑acre parcel off Highway 48. The denial was adopted after discussion, with all commissioners voting against the variance. Earlier, the commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous; motion by Tom Barry, second by Jared Arnell)
• Denied VAR26-0001 variance request (unanimous; motion by Lacy Barney, second by Sean Priest)

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an increase in contract spraying fees. The body will also discuss the adoption of a county-wide fee schedule and the purchase of a storage container for Road and Bridge.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2026-11 to increase contract spraying fees
• Discussion of county-wide fee schedule adoption and public hearing scheduling
• Purchase of a storage container for Road and Bridge
• Discussion regarding vacating and abandonment of a road at 421 N
• Financial assurance discussion for Solid Waste

The board voted to adopt Resolution #2026‑11, raising backpack spray fees to $7.00 and increasing hourly rates for contract spraying to $45 for labor and $55 for equipment. They also approved the purchase of a 40‑foot storage container for Road & Bridge and the landfill at a cost of $5,400. The minutes from the February 2, 2026 meeting were approved, and the session was adjourned.

• Approved $5,400 purchase of 40‑foot storage container (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2026‑11 increasing contract spraying fees (unanimous)
• Approved February 2, 2026 commissioner meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss road repairs for Lewisville, approve mowers and wood splitters, and hold a public hearing on a text amendment to the subdivision code.

• Public hearing on text amendment to subdivision code (File AM25-0016)
• Discussion regarding developing a MOU for road repairs with state grant funding
• Approval of mowers, wood splitters, and summer food vendor proposals
• Approval of claims and certificates of residency
• Discussion on new road standards and storage container needs

The commission approved $477,052.29 in claims for Jan‑Feb 2026, a $233,911.62 mower purchase, a $1,399 wood splitter for the lake, and a lake entrance lane project up to $50,000. They also approved four summer vendors for the Jefferson County Lake and several certificates of residency for local colleges. No action was taken on the proposed text amendment to the subdivision code.

• Approved mower purchase for $233,911.62 (Commissioner Clark aye, Chairman Hancock aye)
• Approved wood splitter purchase for $1,399 (Commissioner Clark aye, Chairman Hancock aye)
• Approved lake entrance lane project up to $50,000 (Commissioner Clark aye, Chairman Hancock aye)
• Approved summer vendor Taqueria El Pollo Loco (Commissioner Clark aye, Chairman Hancock aye)
• Approved summer vendor Tropical Sno (Commissioner Clark aye, Chairman Hancock aye)
• Approved summer vendor Tres Hermanas (Commissioner Clark aye, Chairman Hancock aye)
• Approved summer vendor Taylor's Sno Cone (Commissioner Clark aye, Chairman Hancock aye)
• Approved claims totaling $477,052.29 (Commissioner Clark aye, Chairman Hancock aye)

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a questionnaire about the Comprehensive Plan and will continue discussion of the Kelly Canyon Resort Planned Unit Development, a preliminary proposal for 30 two‑story cabins and one open‑space lot on 65.554 acres in the recreation‑open space zone off E Kelly Canyon Rd. The meeting also includes routine items such as introductions, roll call, conflict‑of‑interest declarations, approval of minutes, and election of a new chair and vice‑chair.

• Comprehensive Plan Workshop questionnaire (public hearing)
• Kelly Canyon Resort PUD – preliminary plan for 30 cabins (≈6,000 ft² each) and 1 open‑space lot on 65.554 acres, with private road off E Kelly Canyon Rd and connection to central water and sewer
• Vote in new Head Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Declaration of ex‑parte communications or conflicts of interest

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the meeting minutes by a unanimous motion. The Kelly Canyon Resort Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD25-0001) was continued to a future meeting for additional information. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Continued Kelly Canyon Resort PUD (PUD25-0001) to a later date

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will consider a series of action items, including contract approvals, equipment purchases, and policy updates. They will re‑appoint members to the Planning and Zoning Commission and waive an HVAC permit fee. The meeting will also adopt an ordinance to rezone parcel RP06N38E331804 from Agricultural‑40 to Agricultural‑20 and amend lot lines in the Woodland Lake subdivision.

• Approve Tenex Software Solutions precinct central pollbook contract
• Approve mower purchase for Road & Bridge department
• Approve Verkada solution for sheriff lobby (IT)
• Adopt ordinance #2026-02 to rezone parcel RP06N38E331804 from Agricultural‑40 to Agricultural‑20
• Approve amendment to Woodland Lake plat adjusting lot lines (file LLA25-003)

The commissioners approved several contracts and policy updates, including a $11,400 e‑poll book contract, a $58,980 Silverado truck purchase, and an $8,043.20 security system for the sheriff’s lobby. They also approved a tax cancellation for parcel LP04N38E363870, waived a $319.90 HVAC permit fee, reappointed two planning‑and‑zoning commissioners, and adopted updates to travel, meal and credit‑card policies.

• Approved Tenex pollbook contract for 76 tablets at $150 each, total $11,400 (3‑aye)
• Approved tax cancellation for parcel LP04N38E363870 for $262.98 (3‑aye)
• Approved purchase of a 2026 Silverado 2500 from Smith Chevrolet for $58,980 (3‑aye)
• Approved purchase of Verkada guest‑access system for sheriff’s lobby for $8,043.20 (3‑aye)
• Approved remote computer access agreement for Teton View Surveying (3‑aye)
• Approved reappointment of Warren Albertson and Michael Clark to the Planning & Zoning Commission (3‑aye)
• Approved zone map amendment changing parcel RP06N38E331804 from Agricultural‑40 to Agricultural‑20 (3‑aye)
• Approved lot‑line adjustment for Woodland Lake subdivision, File LLA25-003 (3‑aye)

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commission will consider purchasing a mower, approving a short plat for a five-lot subdivision, and cancelling a tax bill. The meeting is also scheduled to discuss a noxious weeds fee schedule.

• Approve mowers purchase
• Approve short plat for Jennings Acres Subdivision
• Approve tax cancellation RP00514001002A
• Discuss noxious weeds fee schedule
• Approve claims and certificates of residency

The commission approved Resolution #2026‑14 to apply for the Heise Bridge grant, which includes a county match of $220,200. It also approved a homeowners tax cancellation of $363.09, increased fees for noxious‑weed contract spraying, and paid claims totaling $691,958.91. A subdivision plan for Jennings Acres was approved pending irrigation easements, and several administrative items such as residency certificates and meeting minutes were adopted. The mower purchase was tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved Heise Bridge grant resolution (county match $220,200) (3‑0)
• Approved homeowners tax cancellation $363.09 (3‑0)
• Approved Noxious Weeds fee increase for contract spraying (3‑0)
• Approved claims for Dec 23 2025‑Jan 12 2026 totaling $691,958.91 (3‑0)
• Approved Jennings Acres subdivision pending irrigation easements (2‑0, one absent)
• Approved Certificates of Residency for college students (2‑0, one absent)
• Approved Commissioner meeting minutes for Jan 5 2026 (2‑0, one absent)
• Mower purchase quotes tabled until next meeting

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will approve tax cancellations for 60 parcels, a fence agreement for McCashland, and an amended short plat for Butler Estates. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Approve tax cancellations for 60 parcels
• Approve McCashland fence agreement
• Approve amended Butler Estates short plat
• Executive session for personnel
• Executive session for legal matters

The Jefferson County Commissioners voted to cancel the e‑tax for parcel RP06N34E177180, removing a $192.96 charge. They also approved homeowner tax exemption cancellations for dozens of parcels, each motion passing unanimously. All motions recorded a vote of aye, aye, aye.

• Approved tax cancellation for parcel RP06N34E177180 ($192.96) (3-0)
• Approved homeowner tax exemption cancellation for parcel MHD00000321004 ($183.75) (3-0)
• Approved homeowner tax exemption cancellation for parcel RP003970040080 ($363.09) (3-0)
• Approved homeowner tax exemption cancellation for parcel R005020010010 ($284.43) (3-0)
• Approved homeowner tax exemption cancellation for parcel RP005180010110 ($363.09) (3-0)
• Approved homeowner tax exemption cancellation for parcel RP005330010090 ($363.09) (3-0)
• Approved homeowner tax exemption cancellation for parcel RP005870060400 ($113.28) (3-0)
• Approved homeowner tax exemption cancellations for additional 52 parcels (3-0 each)

Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on new meeting dates, elect a new chair and vice chair, and consider several land‑use actions. Two variance requests seek reduced setbacks for residential parcels in Pepperwood Crossing and Rocky Mountain Estates. A zone map amendment proposes changing 148.32 acres from Agriculture‑40 to Agriculture‑20 near Twin Butt Rd. A preliminary planned unit development aims to add 30 two‑story cabins to a ski‑resort area on 65.554 acres near E Kelly Canyon Rd. The commission will also consider a text amendment to the subdivision code.

• Approve new Planning & Zoning meeting dates (3rd Wednesday each month starting March 2026)
• VAR25-0004: Reduce required 5‑ft setback to 3.5 ft on a 0.3‑acre lot in Pepperwood Crossing (Residential‑One zone)
• VAR25-0005: Reduce required 22‑ft setback to 12 ft on a 1.03‑acre lot in Rocky Mountain Estates (Residential‑One zone)
• ZON25-0006: Change 148.32 acres from Agriculture‑40 to Agriculture‑20 off Twin Butt Rd
• PUD25-0001: Preliminary planned unit development for 30 two‑story cabins on 65.554 acres near E Kelly Canyon Rd

The commission approved the December 2025 minutes and set new meeting dates for 2026. It granted two variances—VAR25‑0004 and VAR25‑0005—with vote counts of 3‑2 and 4‑1 respectively. The board also approved a zone map amendment changing 148.32 acres from Agriculture‑40 to Agriculture‑20 by unanimous vote. Additional motions to take a short break, reconvene, and defer selecting new leadership were adopted.

• Approved December 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new Planning & Zoning meeting dates for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved VAR25‑0004 variance (3‑2)
• Approved VAR25‑0005 variance (4‑1)
• Approved ZON25‑0006 zone map amendment (unanimous)
• Approved 10‑minute break (unanimous)
• Motion to reconvene was made and seconded
• Board decided not to select new Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2026 without full attendance

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will vote for a new Head Chairman and Vice Chairman. The board will also discuss 2026 meeting dates and HVAC permits.

• Election of Head Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Discussion of HVAC permits
• Determination of 2026 meeting dates

The Building Board of Appeals approved the meeting minutes without changes. It unanimously appointed Michael Clark as 2026 Chairman and Jared Arnell as 2026 Vice Chairman. The board also approved the proposed meeting dates for 2026 and then adjourned the session.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Clark as 2026 Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Jared Arnell as 2026 Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commissioners will vote on several action items, including approving a contract with the Idaho Department of Corrections and establishing precinct boundaries for the 2026 election cycle. They will also consider an addendum to the 2023 transportation planning study, a grant application resolution, and an HVAC contract award. Additional items cover a crushing contract, vehicle purchases, job description approval, and resolutions on residency certificates and payroll record destruction.

• Approve IDOC contract (action item)
• Establish election precincts for the 2026 election cycle (action item)
• Approve addendum to the 2023 Jefferson County Transportation Planning Study (action item)
• Adopt Resolution #2026-13 – LHTAC grant application (action item)
• Award HVAC contract to Circular Butte Shop (action item)

The board approved a new Idaho Department of Corrections contract for 50 jail beds at an estimated $1.36 million annually. They also adopted the 2026 election precinct map, updated the 2023 transportation study to reclassify 3800 East, and authorized a LHTAC grant application for a $3.6 million road improvement. Additional actions included awarding an HVAC contract for $16,305.30, approving a crushing contract for $194,500, purchasing a $61,980 pickup truck, and adopting updated weed‑department job descriptions.

• Approved IDOC contract for 50 beds (~$1.36 M annually) – motion passed (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Approved 22 election precinct locations for 2026 – motion passed (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Approved addendum to 2023 Transportation Planning Study reclassifying 3800 East – motion passed (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Adopted Resolution #2026-13 to submit LHTAC grant application for $3.6 M project – motion passed (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Awarded HVAC contract to PHD Plumbing for $16,305.30 at Circular Butte Landfill shop – motion passed (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Approved crushing contract with Brent Price Excavating for $194,500 – motion passed (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Approved purchase of a dually LT pickup truck for $61,980 from Smith’s – motion passed (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)
• Approved updated Weed Department job descriptions – motion passed (Clark, Young, Hancock aye)