Washington County public meetings in 2025
83 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Commissioner Board
There is no commissioner meeting scheduled for this date. Per a May 23, 2021 motion, the board does not meet on the fifth Monday of the month.
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will address a range of items, beginning with general business items such as residency certificates and liquor licenses. They will review road and bridge culvert applications and hear a planning and zoning update that includes a discussion with Steel National and Fairchild Farms. An ambulance district discussion will be held, followed by an executive session covering personnel matters, real‑property negotiations, and pending litigation.
- General business items: residency certificates, liquor licenses, catering permits, demand warrants, health board appointments, weed and rodent board appointments, veteran service officer representative.
- Road and Bridge & Solid Waste: review of culvert and road bore applications and annual road and street financial report.
- Planning & Zoning update: discussion with Steel National and Fairchild Farms, LLC.
- Ambulance district discussion.
- Executive Session I.C. 74‑206(1)(a)&(b): personnel matters; I.C. 74‑206(1)(c): real‑property negotiations; I.C. 74‑206(1)(f): pending litigation.
The Commissioners approved the November 2025 Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer’s Cash for $14,495,297.45. They also approved several reappointments, a demand warrant for veteran mileage, multiple retail alcoholic beverage licenses, and authorized general expense warrants. Additional approvals included the annual road and street financial report and payroll expenses for the Ambulance District.
- Approved Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer’s Cash $14,495,297.45 (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant $135.80 to Ron Handel for veteran mileage reimbursement (motion carried)
- Re‑appointed Troy Mock to the Rodent District Board (motion carried)
- Re‑appointed Calvin Hickey, Harmon Horton, Jerry Lunsford, Isaac Ward, Tom Yankey to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board (motion carried); amendment removed Isaac Ward (motion carried)
- Appointed Kirk Wille as Gem County representative to Southwest District Board of Health (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 32 for Dirty Burger, LLC (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 33 for MC Idaho, Inc. (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 34 for G & B Enterprises, Inc. (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will review the cash‑flow update and discuss the FY 2026 budget shortfall. They will consider personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation in an executive session. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Cash flow review and FY 2026 shortfall discussion
- General business and claims updates
- Consider personnel matters under IC 74‑206(1)(a) & (b)
- Communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or likely litigation under IC 74‑206(1)(f)
The commissioners approved the November 2025 operating fund statement of $14,495,297.45 and authorized financial warrants totaling $108,736.13. They re‑appointed members to the Rodent District Board and the Noxious Weed Advisory Board, and appointed Kirk Wille as Gem County’s representative to the Southwest District Board of Health. The board also approved three retail alcoholic beverage licenses, a mileage reimbursement warrant for veteran services, and a payroll expense order for the Weiser Ambulance District.
- Approved $14,495,297.45 operating funds (motion carried)
- Authorized $79,928.66 auditor warrants for general expenses (unanimous)
- Approved $28,671.67 payroll expense order for Ambulance District (unanimous)
- Approved $135.80 mileage reimbursement demand warrant to Ron Handel (motion carried)
- Re‑appointed Troy Mock to Rodent District Board (motion carried)
- Re‑appointed members to Noxious Weed Advisory Board, then removed Isaac Ward (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 32, 33, and 34 (motion carried)
- Appointed Kirk Wille as Gem County representative to Southwest District Board of Health (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commission will review a range of items, including a generator maintenance service agreement, several road and bridge applications, and updates to county zoning code. Commissioners will consider the City of Cambridge Area of City Impact Ordinance and related effective dates. An executive session will address personnel matters and pending litigation. The meeting ends with a public hearing on proposed fee increases for road & bridge and solid waste services.
- Generator Maintenance Service Agreement
- City of Cambridge Area of City Impact Ordinance and effective date
- Rock Pit Fee discussion
- Cove Road Bridge Change Order #2
- Public hearing on Road & Bridge and Solid Waste fee increases
The commissioners approved three ordinances that redefine the city impact‑area boundaries for Midvale (Ordinance 101), Weiser (Ordinance 100) and Cambridge (Ordinance 99). They also approved a $21,572 purchase of Ballot‑on‑Demand printers (with $18,658.15 funded by a HAVA grant) and a $2,585 generator service contract with Power Systems West. A change order for the Cove Road Bridge costing $8,625 was approved, and the county purchased solid tires for the loader from Commercial Tire for $25,115.72. Four retail alcoholic beverage licenses (Nos. 28‑31) were granted.
- Approved Ordinance 101 establishing Midvale impact‑area boundary (motion carried)
- Approved Ordinance 100 establishing Weiser impact‑area boundary (motion carried)
- Approved Ordinance 99 establishing Cambridge impact‑area boundary (motion carried)
- Approved purchase of Ballot‑on‑Demand printers for $21,572 (HAVA grant $18,658.15) (motion carried)
- Approved generator maintenance agreement with Power Systems West for $2,585 (motion carried)
- Approved Change Order #2 for Cove Road Bridge for $8,625 (motion carried)
- Approved purchase of solid tires from Commercial Tire for $25,115.72 (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 28, 29, 30, 31 (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Weiser Ambulance District Board will meet to discuss general business, claims, and an updated cash flow review. The agenda includes a discussion on the FY 2026 shortfall and an executive session to consider personnel matters and communicate with legal counsel regarding litigation.
- General business and claims review
- FY 2026 Shortfall Discussion
- Executive session for personnel matters
- Executive session to communicate with legal counsel regarding litigation
The board approved a $2,585 generator maintenance agreement, a $21,572 ballot‑printer purchase funded partly by an $18,658.15 HAVA grant, and an $8,625 change order for the Cove Road Bridge. It also adopted impact‑area ordinances for Midvale, Weiser and Cambridge, redefining city boundaries for future growth. Additional actions included approving a $1,500 planning‑zoning credit card, a $25,115.72 tire purchase from Commercial Tire, and four retail alcoholic‑beverage licenses.
- Approved $2,585 generator maintenance agreement with Power Systems West (motion carried)
- Approved purchase of Ballot on Demand printers for $21,572 with $18,658.15 grant funding (motion carried)
- Approved Change Order #2 for Cove Road Bridge for $8,625 (motion carried)
- Approved credit card for Planning and Zoning with $1,500 limit (motion carried)
- Approved Ordinance 101 establishing Midvale impact area boundary (motion carried)
- Approved Ordinance 100 establishing Weiser impact area boundary (motion carried)
- Approved Ordinance 99 establishing Cambridge impact area boundary (motion carried)
- Approved Commercial Tire purchase of solid tires for loader for $25,115.72 (motion carried)
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will consider several routine items, including approval of the previous meeting minutes and claims. They will discuss a recertification seminar scheduled for February 19, 2026, and details for a Cooperator Appreciation Dinner. The board will also decide on the theme for the 2026 poster contest.
- Approve minutes from the prior meeting
- Approve claims as listed
- Recertification Seminar scheduled for February 19, 2026
- Cooperator Appreciation Dinner – details to be set
- Select theme for the 2026 poster contest
The board approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. It approved a motion for Bonnie to arrange presentations that qualify for ISDA credits. It adopted "Noxious Weeds Hitch a Ride" as the 2026 poster contest theme. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
- Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carries)
- Approved Bonnie to arrange ISDA‑credit‑eligible presentations (motion carries)
- Approved "Noxious Weeds Hitch a Ride" as 2026 poster contest theme (motion carries)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold public hearings on the City of Weiser and City of Midvale area of city impact, with action items to be considered. The board will also receive a Planning & Zoning update from Bridget Felmley and a Forest Service update from Paul Klasner. An executive session will address personnel matters, real‑property negotiations, and pending litigation under I.C. 74‑206. General business items will be addressed throughout the day as time allows.
- Public Hearing – City of Weiser, Area of City Impact (Action Items)
- Public Hearing – City of Midvale, Area of City Impact (Action Items)
- Planning & Zoning Update by Bridget Felmley
- Forest Service Update by Paul Klasner
- Executive Session on personnel matters, real‑property negotiations, and pending litigation (I.C. 74‑206)
The commissioners approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 25, 26 and 27 for businesses in Weiser. They also authorized multiple demand warrants totaling $2,572.25 and a $44,288 Passthrough Fund agreement. The Board approved posting the open building‑inspector position and authorized $84,803.07 in general‑expense warrants. An executive session was held but produced no final action.
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 25 for Campo and Poole Distributing, LLC (Fast and Easy) – motion carried
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 26 for Las Esmeraldas, LLC – motion carried
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 27 for Cook Shack on 7th, LLC – motion carried
- Approved demand warrant $946.64 payable to Mountain View, Meridian – motion carried
- Approved demand warrant $1,625.61 payable to Zions Bank for IT department – motion carried
- Approved Passthrough Fund Recipient Agreement for $44,288 – motion carried
- Authorized auditor to issue warrants totaling $84,803.07 for general expenses – unanimous motion carried
- Approved posting the building‑inspector vacancy internally, on the website and in the newspaper – motion carried
County Commissioner Board
The Weiser Ambulance District Board of Directors has cancelled its scheduled meeting for December 8, 2025. The next regular meeting is set for December 15, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for December 15, 2025
The commissioners approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 25, 26 and 27 for Fast and Easy, Las Esmeraldas and Cook Shack on 7 th. They also approved demand warrants for Mountain View ($946.64) and Zions Bank ($1,625.61), a Passthrough Fund agreement for $44,288, and auditor‑issued warrants totaling $84,803.07 for general expenses. The board voted to post the open building inspector position internally, on the county website and in the newspaper.
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 25 for Campo and Poole Distributing, LLC d/b/a Fast and Easy (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 26 for Las Esmeraldas, Weiser, LLC d/b/a Las Esmeraldas (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 27 for Cook Shack on 7 th, LLC d/b/a Cook Shack on 7 th (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant payable to Mountain View, Meridian for $946.64 (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant payable to Zions Bank for $1,625.61 for IT credit‑card payments (motion carried)
- Approved Passthrough Fund Recipient Agreement for $44,288.00 (motion carried)
- Authorized auditor to issue warrants totaling $84,803.07 for general expenses (unanimous motion carried)
- Approved posting of the building inspector position internally, on the county website and in the newspaper (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will meet to discuss county business, including a remote work policy and a pathology agreement. The board will decide on code changes regarding Planning & Zoning Commission membership and hold an executive session for personnel and real property matters.
- Decision on Washington County Code changes to 1-7-2 regarding Planning & Zoning Commission membership
- Discussion of Remote Work Policy
- LRHIP Grant Application
- Public Auction of County Surplus Property at 915 US Hwy 95
- Juvenile Justice Annual Financial Report
The commissioners approved a $100,000 Local Rural Highway Investment Program grant to fund asphalt work on the Cove Road Bridge approach. They also approved four retail alcoholic beverage licenses, two demand warrants, a pathology services agreement, and created a working group to draft a remote‑work policy. Additional approvals included an $8,485.33 ambulance district expense order.
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 21 for Gateway Adventures, LLC (The Saddle Rack) (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 23 for The Office Bar, LLC (The Office Bar) (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant for $7,163.42 payable to Computer Arts/Harris (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant for $1,350.76 payable to Idaho Association of Counties Unemployment Fund (motion carried)
- Approved $100,000 LRHIP grant for asphalt on the Cove Road Bridge approach (chairman signed, motion carried)
- Approved formation of a small working group to draft a Remote Work Policy (motion carried)
- Approved Order No. 26-9 for $8,485.33 general expenses for the Weiser Ambulance District (motion carried)
- Approved the Agreement for Pathology Services between Washington County and Ada County (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Weiser Ambulance District Board will meet to discuss a FY 2026 funding shortfall and funding opportunities. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters and legal counsel communication.
- FY 2026 Funding Shortfall discussion
- Executive session for personnel matters
- Executive session for legal counsel communication
The Commissioners approved four retail alcoholic beverage license applications and two demand warrants for county payments. They also authorized the chair to sign a $100,000 rural highway grant for the Cove Road Bridge project and created a small working group to draft a Remote Work Policy. Minutes from the November 24 meeting were approved and the agenda for December 8 was discussed.
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 21 for Gateway Adventures, LLC d/b/a The Saddle Rack (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 23 for The Office Bar, LLC d/b/a The Office Bar (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 22 for DG Retail, LLC d/b/a Dollar General Store #23480 (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License Application No. 24 for Coronas Catering, LLC d/b/a La Familia Mexican Restaurant (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant $7,163.42 payable to Computer Arts/Harris (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant $1,350.76 payable to Idaho Association of Counties Unemployment Fund (motion carried)
- Approved chair’s signature on the $100,000 Local Rural Highway Investment Program grant for the Cove Road Bridge asphalt work (motion carried)
- Approved formation of a small working group to draft a Remote Work Policy (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding code changes to section 1-7-2 concerning Planning & Zoning Commission membership. The board will also discuss Areas of City Impact with the cities of Midvale and Weiser. An executive session is scheduled to address personnel, real property, and legal litigation.
- Public hearing on Washington County Code changes to 1-7-2 regarding Planning & Zoning Commission Membership
- Area of City Impact discussion with the City of Midvale
- Area of City Impact discussion with the City of Weiser
- Review of surplus property lists from Road and Bridge & Solid Waste and the Sheriff
- Quote for Canon TM-360 MFP With Scanner
The commissioners approved a demand warrant for $343.24 to Wex Bank and another for $236.19 to Home Depot. They also approved the October 2025 operation in funds totaling $16,761,703.07 and a lease for a Canon scanner costing $11,540.17. Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses Nos. 11‑20 were all approved, and a 2018 Dodge pickup was surplus to the City of Midvale. The board authorized $27,226.06 for ambulance district payroll and an $11,500 Greaves Consulting contract pending legal review.
- Approved demand warrant $343.24 payable to Wex Bank (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant $236.19 payable to Home Depot (motion carried)
- Approved October 2025 operation in funds $16,761,703.07 (motion carried)
- Approved lease for Canon TM-350 MFP Scanner $11,540.17 (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses Nos. 11‑20 (motion carried)
- Approved surplus of 2018 Dodge pickup to City of Midvale (motion carried)
- Approved ambulance district payroll Order No. 26‑8 $27,226.06 (motion carried)
- Approved Greaves Consulting Contract $11,500 pending legal counsel (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will review claims and a credit‑card statement, examine the Greaves Consulting contract, and discuss the FY 2026 funding shortfall and funding opportunities for the Weiser Ambulance District. An executive session will be held to consider personnel matters and to communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation. The meeting will be streamed via Zoom for public access.
- Claims review
- Credit‑card statement review
- Greaves Consulting contract review
- FY 2026 funding shortfall discussion
- Executive session on personnel matters and pending litigation
The Board approved the October 2025 Operation in Funds for $16,761,703.07, several small demand warrants, a lease for a Canon scanner, and transferred a surplus 2018 Dodge pickup to the City of Midvale. It also approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses Nos. 11‑20, ambulance district payroll expenses, and a consulting contract pending legal review.
- Approved October 2025 Operation in Funds of $16,761,703.07 (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant $343.24 payable to Wex Bank (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant $236.19 payable to Home Depot (motion carried)
- Approved lease with Allied Business Solutions for Canon scanner $11,540.17 (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses Nos. 11‑20 (motion carried)
- Approved surplus 2018 Dodge pickup transfer to City of Midvale (motion carried)
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 26‑8 payroll expense $27,226.06 (motion carried)
- Approved Greaves Consulting Contract $11,500 pending legal counsel approval (motion carried)
Rodent Board Meeting
The Washington County Rodent District will review recent expenditures and a bounty report. The board will also consider the reappointment of Troy Mock and discuss a landowner mailer and a potential 2026 trapping seminar.
- Review of recent district expenditures and bounty report
- Reappointment of Troy Mock to the Rodent Board
- Proposal for a mailer to Rodent District landowners
- Discussion on hosting a trapping seminar in Spring 2026
- Review of Rodent District Boundary Map
The board accepted the September 17, 2025 minutes and the district expenditure and tail bounty reports. Troy Mock was reappointed for a three‑year term starting Jan. 1, 2026. Several items—including an educational mailer, a trapping seminar date, and top‑trapper recognition—were directed to the January agenda. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.
- Accepted September 17, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Accepted expenditure and tail bounty reports (motion carried)
- Reappointed Troy Mock for a 3‑year term beginning Jan 1 2026
- Directed education/outreach mailer item to Jan 2026 agenda
- Decided to set gopher trapping seminar date at Jan 2026 meeting
- Directed top‑trapper recognition item to Jan 2026 agenda
- Adjourned meeting unanimously
Rodent Board Meeting
The Washington County Rodent District Board will elect officers for 2026, approve the 2024 annual meeting minutes, review the 2025 fiscal year budget expenditure report, and consider the 2025 final tail bounty report. All four items are listed as action items, indicating the board will vote on them. The agenda also includes a notice for persons needing special accommodations to contact the Rodent Department.
- Election of 2026 District Officers (action item)
- Review and approve 2024 Annual Meeting Minutes (action item)
- Review 2025 Fiscal Year Budget Expenditure Report (action item)
- 2025 Final Tail Bounty Report (action item)
- Notice for special accommodation requests (contact Rodent Dept., 414-1950, 1118 E. Court Street, Weiser, ID)
The board voted to keep the current officers for 2026, making Curtis Hickey Chairman, Bob Shirts Vice Chair, and Troy Mock Secretary/Treasurer. The meeting approved the prior year's minutes, accepted the fiscal year‑end expenditure report, and accepted the 2025 tail bounty report. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Retained 2026 District officers (positions unchanged) – motion carried
- Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes – motion carried
- Accepted FY 2025 expenditure report – motion carried
- Accepted 2025 tail bounty report ($22,048.50 for 14,699 tails) – motion carried
- Adjourned the annual meeting – motion carried
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will meet to approve claims and minutes. The board will act on board member appointments and 2026 neighborhood project recommendations from the Sifting Committee. The meeting includes updates on the Lava and Paddock fires from the BLM.
- 2026 Neighborhood Project Recommendation from Sifting Committee
- Board Members action item
- Lava & Paddock Fire updates from Amy Stillman, BLM
- Recertification Seminar scheduled for February 19, 2026
The board approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. Harmon Horton was appointed interim chair for the session. The board adopted the Sifting Committee’s ranking of the 2026 neighborhood projects. The meeting was adjourned.
- Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (motion carries)
- Appointed Harmon Horton as interim chair (motion carries)
- Adopted 2026 Neighborhood Project recommendations (motion carries)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carries)
County Commissioner Board
The board will discuss a proposed fee change hearing date for road and bridge and solid waste applications. They will receive an update on the City of Cambridge's area of city impact. Action items for ambulance services and the City of Weiser's area of city impact will be considered. An executive session will address personnel matters and potential real‑property negotiations under IC 74‑206.
- Proposed fee change hearing date for road and bridge & solid waste applications
- Planning & Zoning update on City of Cambridge area of city impact
- Ambulance action items
- City of Weiser area of city impact action items
- Executive session to consider personnel matters and real‑property negotiations (IC 74‑206)
The commissioners placed a ‘Stay’ on the Pumpkin Patch decision and sent it back to the City of Weiser Planning and Zoning. They approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage Licenses No. 6 through No. 10 for five businesses and a catering permit for Sunnyside Sips. A public hearing on solid waste fee changes was scheduled for Dec 15, 2025. Ambulance district payroll and general expense orders were approved, and medical insurance coverage was continued while the override levy discussion was tabled.
- Placed a ‘Stay’ on the Pumpkin Patch decision and sent it to City of Weiser Planning and Zoning (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 6 for Maverick, Inc. d/b/a Maverick #745 (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 7 for JLC 4 LLC d/b/a Idaho Pizza (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 8 for KNB, LLC d/b/a Bo’s Barn (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 9 for Nick J. Reed d/b/a Ruszoni’s Pizza (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 10 for Sunnyside Farms and Events, LLC d/b/a Sunnyside Sips (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips for Nov 20‑21, 2025 (motion carried)
- Set public hearing date for solid waste fee changes for Dec 15, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will review October 2025 bank and credit‑card statements, discuss dependent health insurance premiums, and address a FY 2026 funding shortfall. They will consider a May 2026 override levy and evaluate renewal of the Southwest District health grant. An executive session will be held to consider personnel matters and pending litigation.
- Review October 2025 bank and credit‑card statements
- Consider May 2026 override levy
- Discuss FY 2026 funding shortfall
- Renew Southwest District health grant
- Executive session on personnel matters and pending litigation
The Board voted to place a stay on the Pumpkin Patch decision and return it to the City of Weiser Planning and Zoning. It also approved five new retail alcoholic beverage licenses and a catering permit for Sunnyside Sips. The Board approved payroll and general expense orders for the Weiser Ambulance District and continued its medical insurance coverage. A motion to table discussion of the ambulance district’s override levy was also carried.
- Placed a ‘Stay’ on the Pumpkin Patch decision (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 6 for Maverick, Inc. (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 7 for JLC 4 LLC (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 8 for KNB, LLC (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 9 for Nick J. Reed (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License No. 10 for Sunnyside Farms and Events, LLC (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips (motion carried)
- Approved Order No. 26‑6 payroll expenses of $26,319.74 (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will meet to certify the November 4, 2025, election results. The board will also discuss the City of Midvale's Area of City Impact and road maintenance applications. An executive session is scheduled to address personnel, real property, and litigation.
- Canvass of Votes for the November 4, 2025, Election
- City of Midvale Area of City Impact
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications
- Fencing Quote for Cove Road Bridge Right-of-Way
- County Annual Juvenile Justice Report
The commissioners approved a demand warrant for $165,503.86 in general expenses. They also approved multiple fuel and postage demand warrants, a $7,518.20 fencing quote, and a letter requesting a permit‑fee waiver for the fairgrounds beef barn. Additional actions included approving the County Annual Juvenile Justice Report, five retail alcoholic beverage licenses, the City of Midvale Area of City Impact map, and nominating Joe Iveson to the District III Gem Plan Board of Trustees.
- Approved demand warrant for general expenses $165,503.86 (unanimous)
- Approved demand warrants for fuel purchases totaling $17,716.33 (Emergency Management $797.59, Sheriff’s $11,538.67, Solid Waste $208.01, Road & Bridge $5,162.66) (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant to Zions Bank for postage and code books $1,039.78 (motion carried)
- Approved $7,518.20 fencing quote for Cove Road Bridge right‑of‑way purchase (motion carried)
- Approved draft letter to City of Cambridge requesting waiver of permit fees for beef barn addition (motion carried)
- Approved County Annual Juvenile Justice Report to Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections (motion carried)
- Approved five retail alcoholic beverage licenses (Lazy Bear Ranch, Gateway Pizza, Ridley’s Family Market, Midvale Country Store, Copper Lounge) (motion carried)
- Nominated Joe Iveson to District III Gem Plan Board of Trustees (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Board of the Weiser Ambulance District will meet on Monday, November 10, 2025 at the Washington County Courthouse. No specific agenda items are listed, indicating a routine procedural session. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, November 17, 2025. Persons needing accommodations should contact the Clerk’s office at 414‑2092, 256 E. Court, Weiser ID, seven days prior.
Historic Preservation Commission
The Washington County Historic Preservation Commission will review status updates on several historic preservation projects, including the Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR application, Unity Bridge mitigation, the Eaton Depot interpretive sign, an Idaho Heritage Trust grant for People’s Furniture siding removal, and the Cove Bridge mitigation proposal involving the Jeffries School NR nomination. The agenda also includes reports from Midvale and Cambridge representatives and an ICRIS property list by region. An action item is to decide whether to cancel the December meeting.
- Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR application status update
- Unity Bridge mitigation update
- Eaton Depot interpretive sign status (CEG)
- Idaho Heritage Trust grant cycle – People’s Furniture siding removal update
- Decision on canceling the December meeting
The commission approved the October 8 minutes after a motion and second. Members voted unanimously to cancel the scheduled December meeting and set the next meeting for January 7, 2026. Tony was authorized by both the city and county historic preservation commissions to apply for a city CLG grant to cover the $4,500 match required for the Idaho Heritage Trust grant. The commission also noted upcoming mitigation and survey updates.
- Approved October 8 minutes (motion carried)
- Canceled December meeting (unanimous)
- Authorized Tony to apply for city CLG grant to cover match dollars
- Scheduled next meeting for January 7, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
Fair Board
The Washington County Fair Board will meet to discuss various operational updates and financial reports. The board is reviewing several action items including facility maintenance and billing.
- 40’ Barn Addition
- Lawn Care 2026
- ShoWorks Billing
- Washrack Hoses
- Meal Tickets
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will review several action items, including a right‑of‑way purchase for the Cove Road Bridge. They will also hear a request to reconsider a prior attorney‑fees decision and discuss city impact matters for Midvale and Cambridge. Planning and zoning updates for Weiser and Midvale, as well as personnel and real‑property matters, will be addressed in an executive session.
- Cove Road Bridge Right‑of‑Way Purchase Agreement
- Request for Reconsideration of Attorney Fees Decision (Lawrence Wasden)
- City of Midvale – Area of City Impact
- Planning & Zoning updates: City of Weiser and Midvale area impacts, special use conditions
- Executive Session on personnel matters and real‑property negotiations (IC 74‑206)
The commissioners approved several financial actions, including demand warrants for a mower deck ($4,500) and a right‑of‑way purchase for the Cove Road Bridge ($3,000), and adopted the quarterly operating fund statement of $16,851,113.72. They also approved the right‑of‑way purchase agreement for the Cove Road Bridge, set attorney fees at $185 per hour, and authorized ambulance district expense orders. Additionally, the board adopted an addendum to Special Use Permit #259 and allowed internal hiring for the Planning and Zoning administrative assistant position.
- Approved demand warrant $4,500 to Cindy Castello for mower deck (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant $3,000 to Negotiation Services, LLC for right‑of‑way purchase for Cove Road Bridge (motion carried)
- Approved quarterly operating fund statement of $16,851,113.72 (motion carried)
- Approved Certificate of Residency for Erik Wilkens (motion carried)
- Approved Right‑of‑Way Purchase Agreement with Triple B Enterprises, LLLP for Cove Road Bridge (motion carried)
- Approved Order No. 26‑4 for ambulance district payroll expenses $27,125.42 (motion carried)
- Approved Order No. 26‑5 for ambulance district general expenses $3,871.73 (motion carried)
- Set attorney fee rate for Lawrence Wasden at $185 per hour (Wilkerson Aye, Harberd Abstain, Marvin Aye; motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet to discuss general business, claims, and funding from Southwest District Health. The board will also enter executive session to address personnel matters and potential litigation.
- Funding from Southwest District Health
- Review of claims
- Personnel matters (Executive Session)
- Legal counsel communication regarding pending/likely litigation (Executive Session)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will meet to discuss land use insurance, open meeting laws, and city impact code compliance in Cambridge. The board will consider an ordinance amendment regarding Planning and Zoning Commission members and hold a public hearing on a special use request.
- Public hearing for Pumpkin Patch Special Use Request
- Proposed amendment to Title 1, Chapter 7, Ordinance 58 regarding Planning and Zoning Commission members
- City of Cambridge Area of City Impact Code Compliance action items
- Lawrence Wasden request for reconsideration of attorney fees
- Election Logic and Accuracy Testing
The commissioners approved a demand warrant for $363.23 to cover fuel for the Weed Department. They authorized warrants for jury expenses ($488.09), social service expenses ($795.00), FY2025 general expenses ($65,479.50), and FY2026 general expenses ($217,210.72), all motions carrying unanimously. The board also approved Idaho Power’s applications to bury cable/pipeline on Cox Road and Sunnyside Road and approved an affidavit to remove equipment from the 1974 Pug Mill.
- Approved demand warrant $363.23 for Weed Department fuel (motion carried)
- Authorized $488.09 jury expense warrants (unanimous)
- Authorized $795.00 social service expense warrants (unanimous)
- Authorized $65,479.50 general expense warrants for FY2025 (unanimous)
- Authorized $217,210.72 general expense warrants for FY2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Idaho Power buried cable application for Cox Road (motion carried)
- Approved Idaho Power buried cable application for Sunnyside Road (motion carried)
- Approved affidavit for equipment removal of 1974 Pug Mill (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Board of the Weiser Ambulance District will meet at the Washington County Courthouse on Monday, October 27, 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 3, 2025. Persons needing special accommodations should contact the clerk’s office at 414‑2092, 256 E. Court, Weiser, ID, at least seven days before the meeting.
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will discuss and act on several items, including a change order for the Cove Road Bridge and liability insurance for land use. They will hold public hearings on the Cambridge Fire Protection District annexation, the City of Cambridge area impact, and the 2025 fiscal year budget adjustment (Resolution No. 25-06). An executive session will address personnel matters and potential real‑property negotiations. The meeting also includes general business items and a discussion with the Planning and Zoning Administrator.
- Change Order for Cove Road Bridge
- Cambridge Fire Protection District Annexation
- Public Hearing – City of Cambridge, Area of City Impact
- Public Hearing – 2025 Fiscal Year Budget Adjustment, Resolution No. 25-06
- Liability Insurance for Land Use Discussion
The commissioners approved a change order for additional concrete removal on the Cove Road Bridge, costing $2,386. They also approved a data purchase agreement and a subscription agreement with CTC Enterprises (Timberline Title), holiday gift certificates of $25 per employee, and removed a scheduled agenda item after a vote. The minutes from April 14, 2025 were approved as amended.
- Approved $2,386 change order for Cove Road Bridge (motion carried)
- Approved Data Purchase Agreement with CTC Enterprises/Timberline Title (motion carried)
- Approved Subscription Agreement with CTC Enterprises/Timberline Title (motion carried)
- Approved holiday gift certificates $25 per employee (motion carried)
- Approved posting of Planning and Zoning Commission notice in newspaper and on website (decision to post)
- Approved minutes of April 14, 2025 as amended (motion carried)
- Motion to remove 10:15 a.m. agenda discussion with Jeri Soulier carried (Aye, Nay, Aye)
- Approved right‑of‑way permit for Idaho Power/T&D Construction on North 9th Street (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will hold a general business session. They will consider personnel matters under IC 74-206(1)(a) & (b). They will also discuss communicating with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation under IC 74-206(1)(f). The meeting will be streamed via Zoom.
- Consider personnel matters (IC 74-206(1)(a) & (b))
- Discuss communication with legal counsel regarding pending litigation (IC 74-206(1)(f))
The commissioners voted to remove a scheduled agenda discussion about Jeri Soulier after a 2‑aye, 1‑nay vote. They approved a Data Purchase Agreement and a Subscription Agreement with CTC Enterprises (Timberline Title and Escrow). The board also approved holiday gift certificates for employees at $25 each, a $2,386 change order for the Cove Road Bridge, and a right‑of‑way permit for Idaho Power/T & D Construction on North 9th Street. The minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting were approved as amended.
- Removed Jeri Soulier agenda item (2 Aye, 1 Nay)
- Approved Data Purchase Agreement with CTC Enterprises (Timberline Title & Escrow) – motion carried
- Approved Subscription Agreement with CTC Enterprises (Timberline Title & Escrow) – motion carried
- Approved $25 holiday gift certificates for each county employee – motion carried
- Approved change order for Cove Road Bridge concrete removal, $2,386 – motion carried
- Approved right‑of‑way permit for Idaho Power/T & D Construction on North 9th Street – motion carried
- Approved minutes of April 14, 2025 meeting as amended – motion carried
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will discuss several action items, including Resolution 25-07 to add irrigation charges to the tax roll. They will also review road and bridge culvert and road bore applications, a solid waste loader purchase, and solid waste fee matters. Additional topics include a request for attorney fees, planning and zoning commission membership, and a non‑conforming lot size issue. An executive session will address personnel matters and potential real‑property negotiations.
- Resolution 25-07: Authorize irrigation charges to be added to the tax roll
- Road and Bridge & Solid Waste: discuss culvert and road bore applications and purchase of a solid waste loader
- Attorney fees: request for attorney fees discussion
- Planning and Zoning: commission membership discussion
- Planning and Zoning: non‑conforming lot size discussion
The commissioners approved Resolution 25-07 to add irrigation district charges to the tax roll. They authorized warrants for $196,825.59 in FY2025 expenses and $203,162.91 in FY2026 expenses. The board also approved a $10,000 purchase of a used belly‑dump truck trailer and a lease‑purchase of a 2026 Volvo L60 H2 Wheel Handler for $297,110. An agreement was approved for the county to match $25,000 for historic‑preservation mitigation on the Cove Bridge project.
- Approved Resolution 25-07 adding irrigation charges to the tax roll (motion carried)
- Authorized FY2025 general expense warrants totaling $196,825.59 (unanimous)
- Authorized FY2026 general expense warrants totaling $203,162.91 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of used belly‑dump truck trailer for $10,000 (motion carried)
- Approved lease‑purchase of 2026 Volvo L60 H2 Wheel Handler for $297,110 with annual lease $69,888.41 (motion carried)
- Approved county match of $25,000 for historic‑preservation mitigation for Cove Bridge (motion carried)
- Amended minutes of October 6, 2025 to correct Planning and Zoning Administrator work hours (motion carried)
- Approved agenda discussion and priority list drafting for new Planning and Zoning Administrator (no vote recorded)
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, claims, and fall tax bill inserts. The board will also discuss plant selection and receive updates on local fire and weed control projects.
- Approve Minutes and Claims
- Fall Tax Bill Inserts
- Finish plant selection
- Lava & Paddock Fire Updates
- Project Reports: Valley View, Salubria, Micky Gulch, Dutch Flat, Cow Creek, Up the Creek, Advent Gulch
The board voted to appoint Bruce Gochnour as interim chair. The meeting minutes were approved. The draft weed‑education insert for the fall tax bill was accepted as presented. The appreciation dinner was tabled for consideration on the November agenda.
- Bruce Gochnour appointed interim chair (motion carries)
- Meeting minutes approved (motion carries)
- Weed educational insert for fall tax bill accepted (motion carries)
- Appreciation dinner tabled for November agenda
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission will review the goals and objectives of the County Historic Preservation Plan. Members will also discuss updates on several local historic sites and grant applications.
- Review of County HPP goals and objectives
- Status of Weiser Middle School gymnasium NR application
- Eaton Depot interpretive sign status
- People’s Furniture siding removal report
- Jeffries School NR nomination proposal
The commission approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes after Dennis moved and Brenda seconded the motion. A grant of $8,000 for the Weiser Middle School gymnasium National Register application was reported, with the City of Weiser agreeing to pay the contractor directly and be reimbursed later. Mitigation funding updates were given: Cove Bridge $60,000, Dixie Creek Bridge $80,000, and Unity Bridge $105,000. The City of Weiser Historic Preservation Plan is ready for City Council consideration on October 14.
- Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will address a range of action items, including a professional services agreement for the Cove Road Bridge, final plat approval for the Pearl Subdivision, a floodplain development permit, and a discussion of attorney fees. An executive session will consider personnel matters and potential litigation. The meeting will conclude with a public hearing on a Pumpkin Patch special use request.
- Cove Road Bridge Professional Services Agreement
- Final Plat Approval – Pearl Subdivision
- Floodplain Development Permit
- Attorney Fees Discussion
- Public Hearing – Pumpkin Patch Special Use Request
The commissioners approved several alcohol beverage catering permits for Sunnyside Farm & Events on multiple dates in October 2025, a retail alcoholic beverage license for Dollar General Store #23480, and three demand warrants totaling $6,752.91. They also approved the August 2025 operating funds of $17,939,829.75 and the Idaho Transportation Department's Local Professional Services Agreement for the Cove Road Bridge.
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Oct 13, 2025)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Oct 17, 2025)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Oct 18, 2025)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Oct 24, 2025)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Oct 25, 2025)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License for DG Retail, LLC (Dollar General Store #23480)
- Approved demand warrant to Ridley's Family Market for $952.97
- Approved demand warrant to Wex Bank for $399.94
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners Board of the Weiser Ambulance District will meet on October 6, 2025. They will consider personnel matters under IC 74-206(1)(a) and (b). They will also discuss communicating with legal counsel about pending or imminently likely litigation under IC 74-206(1)(f). The agenda includes general business, claims, and an executive session.
- Consider personnel matters (IC 74-206(1)(a)&(b))
- Communicate with legal counsel regarding pending litigation (IC 74-206(1)(f))
- General business items
- Claims review
- Executive session
Fair Board
The Washington County Fair Board will review old and new fair business, hear reports from the Extension Office, 4‑H Leaders Council, Treasurer, Maintenance and Commissioners, and consider several action items including hood cleaning, rental contracts, bills and statements, a sale update, a 40‑foot barn addition and a bid acceptance.
- Action Item – Hood Cleaning
- Action Item – Rental Contracts
- Action Item – Bills and Statements
- Action Item – 40’ Barn Addition
- Action Item – Bid Acceptance
County Commissioner Board
The Board of Commissioners unanimously decided not to hold its regular meeting on the 5th Monday of September 2025. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 6, 2025. The agenda includes a notice for individuals needing special accommodations to contact the Clerk’s office.
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners will review and act on several items, including a public hearing on the City of Cambridge area impact, approval of the Pearl Subdivision preliminary and final plat, and applications for culverts and road borings. They will also discuss a remote‑work policy in executive session and consider a cash‑basis resolution and polling‑place approvals. Items will be addressed as time permits.
- Preliminary & Final Plat Approval – Pearl Subdivision
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications (Road and Bridge & Solid Waste)
- Remote Work Policy Discussion (Executive Session)
- Cash Basis Resolution No. 25-05 / America 250 Resolution
- Approval of Polling Places
The Commissioners approved the estimated reserve fund balance of $8,037,828.42 for the 2025 fiscal year. They also approved alcohol catering permits for Sunnyside Sips, the polling locations and ballot order for the November 4 election, and warrants totaling $155,199.07. A public hearing on the Cambridge Area of City Impact was set for October 20, and the subdivision plat on Pearl Lane was approved.
- Approved reserve fund balance of $8,037,828.42 (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Catering Permits for Sunnyside Farm and Events, LLC (motion carried)
- Approved polling locations and ballot order for 3,450 ballots (motion carried)
- Authorized auditor to issue warrants totaling $155,199.07 (unanimous)
- Set public hearing date for Cambridge Area of City Impact on Oct 20, 2025 (determined)
- Approved Preliminary and Final Plat of 1.47‑acre Pearl Lane subdivision (motion carried)
- Approved America 250 Resolution commemorating US 250th anniversary (all in favor)
- Approved minutes of September 8 and September 11, 2025 (as written)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Board of Weiser Ambulance District will meet on September 22, 2025 at the Washington County Courthouse. The agenda contains only the regular meeting notice and accommodation information. No specific items, such as rezoning, contracts, or ordinances, are listed for discussion or decision.
Rodent Board Meeting
The Washington County Rodent Board will approve the minutes from the previous meeting, review recent district expenditures and the bounty report, provide an update on the 2026 budget, and consider annual board member mileage claims. In the new business section, the board will decide on a new November meeting date because the original date conflicts with Veteran's Day. All items are scheduled for discussion at the September 17, 2025 meeting.
- Approve minutes from the prior meeting
- Review recent district expenditures and bounty report
- 2026 budget update
- Approve annual board member mileage claims
- Decide new November meeting date due to Veteran's Day
The board accepted the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes as written. It approved the district expenditure and tail bounty reports and the board members' mileage claims. The November meeting was moved to Tuesday, November 18, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Accepted July 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Accepted expenditure and tail bounty reports (motion carried)
- Approved board member mileage claims (motion carried)
- Moved November meeting to Nov 18, 2025 (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Board of Commissioners will not hold a meeting on September 15, 2025, due to the Idaho Association of Counties Annual Conference.
- No meeting scheduled
- Idaho Association of Counties Annual Conference
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners and the Board of the Weiser Ambulance District will hold a special meeting. Items on the agenda include general business, claims, payroll, and an executive session to consider personnel matters and to communicate with legal counsel about pending or likely litigation. Action items are listed for these topics.
- Consider personnel matters under I.C. 74-206(1)(a) & (b)
- Communicate with legal counsel about pending litigation under I.C. 74-206(1)(f)
- General business items
- Review claims
- Address payroll matters
The Commissioners approved two ambulance expense orders totaling $46,669.30 and adopted the Washington County 2026 tax levies. They also amended the agenda to address personnel matters in executive session and certified the levies. Several recess motions were carried, including a recess to an executive session and a recess until September 22, 2025.
- Approved Order No. 25-48 payroll expenses $28,514.85 (unanimous)
- Approved Order No. 25-49 general expenses $18,154.45 (unanimous)
- Amended agenda to address personnel matters in executive session and certify 2026 tax levies (unanimous)
- Approved Washington County 2026 tax levies (unanimous)
- Recessed as Board of Weiser Ambulance District and reconvened as County Commissioners (unanimous)
- Entered executive session to consider hiring (unanimous)
- Recessed until September 22, 2025 at 8:45 a.m. (unanimous)
Weed Advisory Board
The Washington County Weed Advisory Board will consider routine approvals such as the previous meeting minutes and claims, and will vote on the 2026 Draft Weed Calendar. Additional items include reviewing spring project invoices, mileage claims, and a proposal for fall tax‑bill inserts. The board will also receive fire updates and announce the upcoming 2026 Neighborhood Project application deadline.
- Approve Minutes – Action Item
- Approve Claims – Action Item
- Spring Projects Invoices
- Fall Tax Bill Inserts – Action Item
- 2026 Draft Weed Calendar – Action Item
The board approved the mileage reimbursement claims totaling $2,823.08. It voted to include an educational mailer with the treasurer’s tax‑bill, selecting rush skeletonweed, leafy spurge and poison hemlock for the fall 2025 insert and non‑noxious species bur buttercup, kochia and curly dock. The draft 2026 calendar was sent to the printer, and the 2026 spring mailer will feature puncturevine and yellow nutsedge. All motions carried as recorded.
- Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (motion carries)
- Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (motion carries)
- Approved mileage claims $2,823.08 (motion carries)
- Sent 2026 draft calendar to printer (unanimous)
- Included educational mailer with tax bill; selected rush skeletonweed, leafy spurge, poison hemlock for fall 2025 (motion carries)
- Selected non‑noxious fall 2025 weeds: bur buttercup, kochia, curly dock (motion carries)
- Selected puncturevine and yellow nutsedge for 2026 spring mailer (motion carries)
- Scheduled Sifting Committee meeting for Oct 22, 2025 to review 2026 project applications (motion carries)
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners approved a $20,000 settlement and release in the Dickerson and Burnett case. They also authorized $158,603.31 in general‑expense warrants, signed bridge design and service agreements, and approved two alcohol‑beverage catering permits for Sunnyside Sips. A letter of support for the FEMA Act was also signed.
- Approved $20,000 settlement and release (vote 2-1: Wilkerson Aye, Harberd Nay, Marvin Aye)
- Authorized warrants totaling $158,603.31 for general expenses (unanimous)
- Signed Unity Bridge Preliminary Design documents (Key No. 28976) (motion carried)
- Approved Local Professional Services Agreement No. 97333 for Cove Road Bridge (Key No. 19129) (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips on Oct 5, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips on Oct 4, 2025 (motion carried)
- Signed Letter of Support for the FEMA (Fixing Emergency Management for Americans) Act (HR4669) (motion carried)
- Approved the minutes of the September 2, 2025 meeting as written (motion carried)
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission approved the minutes from the August 6 meeting. It voted to recommend the final Weiser Historic Preservation Plan to the City Council for approval. The Unity Bridge mitigation plan was approved, and the grant for an interpretive sign at the Eaton Depot was approved. No other substantive motions were denied or tabled.
- Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Recommended Weiser Historic Preservation Plan to City Council (motion carried)
- Approved Unity Bridge mitigation plan (motion carried)
- Approved Eaton Depot interpretive sign grant (motion carried)
Fair Board
The Fair Board will meet to discuss operational updates and financial reports. The body is tasked with deciding on contracts for judges and equipment procurement.
- Livestock Judges 2026
- Judges Contracts & Mileage
- Computer/Laptop updates and new laptop for ShoWorks
- RV Storage
- 40’ Barn Addition Funds update
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners approved the Rural Idaho Economic Development Professional Grant Agreement and a retail alcohol license for Just Us LLC. They also approved Idaho Power’s buried‑cable application on Krause Road. The board adopted the 2026 Weiser Ambulance District budget of $1,043,362.00 and authorized related payroll and general expense orders.
- Approved Rural Idaho Economic Development Professional Grant Agreement (motion carried)
- Approved Retail Alcohol Beverage License No. 37 for Just Us LLC (motion carried)
- Approved Idaho Power buried cable application on Krause Road (motion carried)
- Adopted 2026 Weiser Ambulance District Budget – $1,043,362.00 (all in favor)
- Approved Order No. 25-47 for general expenses – $1,802.70 (motion carried)
- Approved Order No. 25-46 for payroll expenses – $25,337.95 (motion carried)
- Authorized Chairman to sign Fleet Application with Maverick (motion carried)
- Approved Certificates of Residency for Jazmin Juarez and Angel Garcia Molina (motions carried)
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners voted unanimously to enter executive session at 3:01 p.m. to consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent. No final actions were taken during that session. Afterward, the board unanimously recessed the meeting until September 2, 2025, at 8:45 a.m.
- Approved executive session to consider hiring a public officer (unanimous 3-0)
- Recessed meeting until Sep 2, 2025 at 8:45 a.m. (unanimous 3-0)
County Commissioner Board
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing for the 2026 County Budget and a budget hearing for the Ambulance service. The meeting includes interviews for a Planning and Zoning Administrator and an executive session regarding personnel, real property, and litigation.
- Public Hearing: 2026 County Budget
- Budget Hearing: Ambulance
- Planning and Zoning Administrator interviews
- Culvert and Road Bore Applications
- Executive session on personnel, real property acquisition, and pending litigation
The Commissioners authorized the issuance of warrants totaling $286,904.37 for general expenses, a motion carried unanimously. They also approved the July 2025 Treasurer's cash statement for $18,514,383.11 and several small demand warrants and alcohol beverage catering permits, each motion carried. Minutes from the August 4 and August 18 meetings were approved as written.
- Authorized issuance of general expense warrants totaling $286,904.37 (unanimous)
- Approved Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer's Cash for July 2025, $18,514,383.11 (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Events on Sep 13, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Events on Sep 20, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Events on Sep 26, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant to BiMart for $29.99 (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant to BiMart for $19.99 (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant to Wex Bank for $62.00 (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners, acting as the Board of Weiser Ambulance District, will meet to conduct a public hearing. The board will consider action items regarding the 2026 budget.
- Public hearing on the 2026 Budget for Weiser Ambulance District
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Board of Commissioners met on August 21, 2025 to hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Title 1, Chapter 7 of the county code concerning the Planning and Zoning Commission. Written comments opposing the changes were received and made available at the courthouse. Several members of the public spoke, each limited to three minutes. No vote or formal decision on the ordinance was recorded.
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners approved a Certificate of Residency for Danner Morris, a Professional Services Agreement with Atlas Surveying, and an Apprentice Program through Idaho Information Technology Services. They also signed the Idaho Transportation Department Local Professional Services Agreement #97333 for the Cove Road Bridge and approved two ambulance district expense orders totaling $38,315.04. No final actions were taken in the executive sessions.
- Approved Certificate of Residency for Danner Morris (motion carried)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Atlas Surveying (motion carried)
- Approved Apprentice Program through ITS (motion carried)
- Signed Idaho Transportation Department Local Professional Services Agreement #97333 for Cove Road Bridge (motion carried)
- Approved Order No. 25-44 payroll expenses $26,846.73 for ambulance district (motion carried)
- Approved Order No. 25-45 general expenses $11,468.31 for ambulance district (motion carried)
- Recessed as Board of Weiser Ambulance District and reconvened as County Commissioners (unanimous)
- Entered executive session to consider personnel matters (unanimous, no final actions)
County Commissioner Board
The Weiser Ambulance District will review its budget versus actual expenses and discuss the budget. The board will also consider a request for outside counsel.
- Review of Budget vs. Actual Expense Report
- Budget Discussion
- Request for Outside Counsel
County Commissioner Board
The board voted unanimously to enter an executive session at 10:05 a.m. to consider hiring a public officer or staff member. No final actions were taken during that session. Afterwards, the board unanimously approved a recess until August 18, 2025, at 8:45 a.m.
- Entered executive session (unanimous)
- Recess until Aug 18, 2025 approved (unanimous)
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners authorized the auditor to issue warrants totaling $325,120.57 for general expenses. They approved an engagement letter for legal representation of Bonnie Brent‑Dowell at $355 per hour with a $3,000 retainer. Several licenses and permits were approved, including a retail alcoholic beverage license for Midvale Country Store, a catering permit for Sunnyside Sips, and multiple road right‑of‑way permits. The board also extended the L2 submission for Weiser and Payette School Districts and approved a temporary construction housing application with a 180‑day term.
- Authorized warrants totaling $325,120.57 (unanimous)
- Approved Engagement Letter for Fisher, Hudson, Brown, and Horton ($355/hr, $3,000 retainer)
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License for Midvale Country Store, LLC
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips (August 18, 2025)
- Approved road access permits for Kysar Construction (Waite Rd), Cory Pratt (Parcel RP 10N05W098600), and Carl Kuchar (1743 Cox Rd)
- Approved extension of L2 submission for Weiser and Payette School Districts
- Approved Temporary Construction Housing Application for Danny and Theresa Roark (180‑day term, extension option)
- Approved multiple demand warrants to Zions Bank ranging from $9.01 to $181.45
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the July 16 meeting. It adopted the 10%-20%-70% funding formula for Unity Bridge mitigation after a motion was moved, seconded, and carried. No other substantive actions were decided.
- Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Adopted Unity Bridge mitigation funding formula (10%-20%-70%) (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners approved two alcohol‑beverage catering permits for Sunnyside Sips, several attorney fee and retainer agreements, and the signing of a quit‑claim deed from the July 28 tax deed sale. They also cured open‑meeting violations, approved the Washington County/Canyon County Juvenile Detention Housing Agreement, and authorized payroll and general expense orders for the Weiser Ambulance District.
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips on Aug 23, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips on Aug 31, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved Attorney‑Client Fee Agreement for Danny Roark with Logan and Copple PC (fees $300/hr, $300/hr, $125/hr, $100/hr) (motion carried)
- Approved retainer agreement with Masingill Law for Jim Harberd ($300/hr, $5,000 retainer) (motion carried)
- Approved signing of Quit Claim Deed for lots 7 and 8, Fruitvale Addition, Weiser (motion carried)
- Approved cure of open‑meeting violation for the July 28 budget workshop (motion carried)
- Approved Washington County/Canyon County Juvenile Detention Housing Agreement (motion carried)
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 25‑42 payroll expenses $30,543.16 (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Board approved two retail alcoholic beverage licenses, a lease for the Vendome hearing space, and a $400 legal‑representation retainer. It also authorized several financial warrants, a road right‑of‑way permit, a $11,143 flooring contract for the Weed Department, and a $1,000 virtual credit card for Planning and Zoning. The board approved the 2026 budget of $20,149,184.42 for publication and confirmed the sale of a tax deed property for $152,000. All motions carried, most unanimously.
- Approved Corona’s Catering LLC retail alcohol license (motion carried)
- Approved The Saddle Rack retail alcohol license (motion carried)
- Approved lease with Weiser Chamber for Aug 21 public hearing (motion carried)
- Approved $400 retainer for legal representation with Shep Law Group (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant $130 to Vendome Events Center (motion carried)
- Approved road right‑of‑way permit for Robert McConnell (motion carried)
- Approved Weed Department flooring contract $11,143.00 (motion carried)
- Approved 2026 budget $20,149,184.42 for publication (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners authorized an executive‑session discussion with legal counsel and then approved hiring the Canyon County Civil Attorney Division under a $20,000 cap at $185 per hour. They also approved hourly rates and retainers for three private attorneys: Bonnie Brent‑Dowell, Danny Roark, and Commissioner Jim Harberd. The board recessed the meeting until July 28 at 8:45 a.m.
- Approved moving to executive session – unanimous
- Authorized engagement of Canyon County Civil Attorney Division (cap $20,000, $185/hr) – 2 aye, 1 abstain
- Approved attorney fees for Bonnie Brent‑Dowell – $355/hr plus $3,000 retainer – motion carried
- Approved attorney fees for Danny Roark – $300/hr plus $5,000 retainer – motion carried
- Approved attorney fees for Jim Harberd – $300/hr, no retainer – motion carried
- Recessed meeting until July 28, 2025 at 8:45 a.m. – unanimous
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Commissioners approved an alcohol catering permit for Sunnyside Sips, a residency certificate for Alex Lazaro, and a $6,500 Noxious Weed Spraying Agreement with the U.S. Forest Service. They also approved several right‑of‑way utility and access permits, a demand warrant to the State Tax Commission, and tabled the approval of July 7 and July 14 minutes.
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips (motion carried)
- Approved Certificate of Residency for Alex Lazaro (motion carried)
- Approved Noxious Weed Spraying Agreement with US Forest Service ($6,500) (motion carried)
- Approved Right‑of‑Way Utility Permit for LMAC Land and Cattle, LLC (motion carried)
- Approved Right‑of‑Way Encroachment for 1634 Crane Creek Reservoir Road (motion carried)
- Approved Right‑of‑Way Approaches Permit for Larry Roberson, 2280 Waite Road (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant to State Tax Commission for $321.05 (motion carried)
- Tabled approval of July 7 and July 14 minutes (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners approved the closure of the ARPA Investment Account and the Treasurer's cash statement for June 2025 totaling $15,198,162.38. They authorized $231,721.42 in general‑expense warrants, a $1,000 County Visa card for the Building Official, and a demand warrant for Bi‑Mart supplies. The board also approved placement of culverts on Sunnyside Road, ordered No Parking signs at Mann Creek Reservoir, set a public hearing for zoning ordinance changes on August 7, 2025 at 4 p.m., and granted a Special Use Permit to Robert and Deana McConnell.
- Approved ARPA Investment Account closure documents (motion carried)
- Approved Treasurer's cash statement for June 2025, $15,198,162.38 (motion carried)
- Approved County Visa credit card for Building Official, $1,000 limit (motion carried)
- Authorized warrants totaling $231,721.42 for general expenses (unanimous motion carried)
- Approved placement of culverts/approaches on Sunnyside Road (motion carried)
- Approved ordering No Parking signs at Mann Creek Reservoir (motion carried)
- Set public hearing for proposed zoning ordinance changes on Aug 7, 2025 at 4 p.m. (motion carried)
- Approved Special Use Permit for Robert and Deana McConnell (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners voted unanimously to enter an executive session, but no final action was taken there. They then repealed the existing moratorium effective immediately, with all commissioners in favor. A motion to limit attorney hourly rates to $500 was carried. A motion to vacate all current Planning and Zoning Commission appointments was made, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome.
- Entered executive session (unanimous)
- Repealed moratorium effective today (unanimous)
- Approved $500/hour cap on attorney fees (motion carried)
- Moved to vacate all Planning and Zoning Commission appointments (outcome not recorded)
Rodent Board Meeting
The board accepted the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It also approved the July 2 expenditure report and the tail bounty report covering October 1, 2024 to date. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2025.
- Accepted May 13, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved July 2 expenditure report and tail bounty report (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Commissioners carried several motions, including approval of $14,967,699.90 for June operating funds, grant documentation from the R.K. Mellon Foundation for a county fair beef barn, and an alcoholic beverage catering permit for July 12 at 1526 Sunnyside Road, Weiser. They also approved a $66,374.74 software license agreement with Computer Arts, Inc./Harris and a right‑of‑way permit for Mike Hyneman on Farm to Market Road, and adopted the June 23 meeting minutes. The board received updates on the Cove Road Bridge contract and other departmental matters.
- Approved $14,967,699.90 June operating funds (motion carried)
- Approved grant documentation from R.K. Mellon Foundation for Washington County Fair beef barn (motion carried)
- Approved Alcoholic Beverage Catering permit for July 12, 2025 at 1526 Sunnyside Road, Weiser (motion carried)
- Approved Computer Arts, Inc./Harris Master Agreement software and support license for $66,374.74 (motion carried)
- Approved right‑of‑way permit application submitted by Mike Hyneman for Farm to Market Road (motion carried)
- Approved minutes of the June 23, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission approved the minutes from the June 4 2025 meeting after a motion and second. The board discussed recent preservation training, NAPC membership costs, grant updates for local schools, and the Unity Bridge mitigation funding. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.
- Approved June 4 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners approved a demand warrant for $919.59 to Ridley's Family Market. They unanimously authorized issuance of warrants totaling $200,743.21 for general county expenses. The board also approved the Passthrough Funds Recipient Agreement for the Community Based Alternative Services (CBAS) and Substance Use Disorder Services (SUDS) programs. Minutes from the June 16 and June 18 meetings were approved as written.
- Approved demand warrant $919.59 to Ridley's Family Market (motion carried)
- Authorized issuance of warrants totaling $200,743.21 for general expenses (unanimous)
- Approved Passthrough Funds Recipient Agreement for CBAS and SUDS programs (motion carried)
- Approved minutes of June 16, 2025 meeting as written (motion carried)
- Approved minutes of June 18, 2025 meeting as written (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Board of Commissioners met on June 18, 2025 for a budget workshop. Each department presented its 2026 budget requests, and the board noted adjustments and corrections. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.
Weed Advisory Board
The board accepted the S&A BBQ Catering quote of $40 per plate, adding cheesecake, after a motion was seconded and carried. It also approved the review of the 2026 Neighborhood Project Application submitted by Calvin Hickey. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Accepted S&A BBQ Catering quote ($40 per plate) for 2026 Cooperator Appreciation Dinner, including cheesecake (motion carried)
- Approved review of 2026 Neighborhood Project Application submitted by Calvin Hickey (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Board approved several financial items, including a Certificate of Residency for Kenzi Webb and multiple demand warrants ranging from $153.98 to $1,500.00. It also approved an Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events and the May 2025 Operation in Funds totaling $15,856,653.81. The Auditor was authorized to issue $7,090.48 in general‑expense warrants, and the Weiser Ambulance District expense orders for payroll ($30,437.44) and general costs ($18,875.77) were approved. Two executive‑session periods were held for personnel and legal matters, but no final actions were taken.
- Approved Certificate of Residency for Kenzi Webb (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant to The Biz Zone for $153.98 (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant to Spar Tactical, Inc. for $775.00 (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Farm & Events (Sunnyside Sips) for June 29, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved Operation in Funds/Statement of Treasurer’s Cash for May 2025 totaling $15,856,653.81 (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant to Incahoots Catering for $1,500.00 (motion carried)
- Authorized auditor to issue warrants totaling $7,090.48 for general expenses (motion carried unanimous)
- Approved ambulance district expense orders: payroll $30,437.44 and general $18,875.77 (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Commissioners approved an amended Emergency Moratorium Ordinance that pauses all land‑use applications for A1‑zoned agricultural property for 182 days. They denied the Bruce Winegar variance application and approved the Annual ITD Spray Agreement for Highways 721 and 95. The Board also authorized $250,466.36 in general expense warrants and approved two demand warrants totaling $1,125.
- Approved $250,466.36 in general expense warrants (unanimous)
- Approved Annual ITD Spray Agreement for Highway 721 and Highway 95 (motion carried)
- Denied Bruce Winegar Variance Application (Wilkerson Nay; Harberd Aye; Marvin Aye)
- Approved Amended Emergency Moratorium Ordinance on A1 agricultural land (Wilkerson Nay; Harberd Aye; Marvin Aye)
- Approved demand warrant $100 to University of Idaho Extension (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant $1,025 to Diesel Injection Service (motion carried)
- Approved signing of the Name Clearing Letter (motion carried)
- Approved minutes of the June 2, 2025 meeting as written
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission approved the minutes from the May 7 2025 meeting after Dennis moved to approve and Brenda seconded; the motion carried. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The remainder of the session consisted of reports, updates, and discussion of upcoming projects.
- Approved May 7 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The Board approved an amendment to the county moratorium ordinance that exempts A2 zoning and limits the moratorium to 182 days. It also approved a $942.82 construction change order, a retail alcoholic beverage license, a $37,632.60 security camera system, and ambulance expense orders. All motions carried, with the moratorium amendment passing unanimously.
- Approved Beniton Construction Change Order PCCO #024 ($942.82) – motion carried
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License for Tj Ventures, LLC (Tara’s Place) – motion carried
- Re‑appointed Jim Harberd to Southwest District Health Board – motion carried
- Authorized Chairman to sign LHTAC closeout documentation – motion carried
- Approved modification to Forest Service Agreement – motion carried
- Approved security camera system for interview room ($37,632.60 total, $7,526.52 per year) – motion carried
- Approved Ambulance District Orders No. 25‑33 (payroll $30,795.06) and No. 25‑34 (general $2,638.83) – motion carried
- Amended Moratorium Ordinance to exempt A2 zoning and set 182‑day limit – motion carried unanimously
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners unanimously approved warrants totaling $279,196.94 for general expenses. They also approved the minutes from the May 12 and May 19 meetings. Motions were carried to approve culvert/approach placements and to allow the donation of ten used computers to county school districts.
- Approved warrants totaling $279,196.94 for general expenses (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of May 12, 2025 (as written)
- Approved minutes of May 19, 2025 (as written)
- Approved applications for placement of culverts/approaches (motion carried)
- Approved donation of ten used computers to Washington County school districts (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners approved a demand warrant to Ridley's for $175.79 and PCO #026 for $942.82 to troubleshoot lighting in the new annex building. They also approved the Off‑Highway Vehicle agreement with the Idaho Department of Parks & Recreation, allocating $2,572.76 from the OHV Fund and $3,282.65 from the IDPR OHV Law Enforcement Fund. A motion was passed directing Planning & Zoning to honor existing settlements and follow the current code as written. No emergency moratorium was adopted.
- Approved demand warrant to Ridley's $175.79 (motion carried)
- Approved PCO #026 lighting contract $942.82 (motion carried)
- Approved Off‑Highway Vehicle agreement with Idaho Dept of Parks & Recreation (fund allocations $2,572.76 and $3,282.65; motion carried)
- Directed Planning & Zoning to honor settlements and follow code as written (motion carried)
- Did not adopt an Emergency Moratorium on agricultural land divisions (discussion only)
Rodent Board Meeting
The Rodent District Board approved the May 13 meeting minutes as presented. The board also accepted the district expenditure and tail bounty reports. Finally, the board adjourned the meeting unanimously.
- Accepted meeting minutes (motion by Troy Mock, second by Bob Shirts, carries)
- Accepted expenditure and tail bounty reports (motion by Bob Shirts, carries)
- Adjourned meeting (motion by Troy Mock, second by Curtis Hickey, unanimous)
Weed Advisory Board
The board announced that the Salubria event will be held on May 28, 2025, and the Midvale Weed Beaters event will be moved to June 6, 2025. A Weed Tour is scheduled for June 12, 2025, and there will be no meetings in July or August. The next board meeting is set for Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
- Rescheduled Salubria event to May 28, 2025
- Rescheduled Midvale Weed Beaters to June 6, 2025
- Scheduled Weed Tour for June 12, 2025
- Declared no board meetings in July and August
- Set next meeting for June 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Board approved several alcohol‑beverage catering permits for Sunnyside Sips and two demand warrants totaling $289.82. It authorized the Idaho Gem Grant for the Bore‑Buddy Project, approved a $6,825 heating‑cooling bid for the Prosecutor’s Office, and approved a culvert placement application on Hall Road. The Auditor was authorized to issue warrants for $473,696.28 in general expenses, and the Board directed Planning and Zoning to follow the prosecuting attorney’s memorandum on settlements.
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips (June 6, 2025) – motion carried
- Approved demand warrant to Ridley’s Market for $148.82 – motion carried
- Approved demand warrant to Comfort Zone for $141.00 – motion carried
- Approved Idaho Gem Grant Agreement for the Bore‑Buddy Project – motion carried
- Approved updated $6,825 bid for heating and cooling unit for Prosecutor’s Office – motion carried
- Authorized auditor to issue warrants totaling $473,696.28 for general expenses – unanimous
- Approved Application for placement of culvert on Hall Road parcel #RP14N02W197500 – motion carried
- Directed Planning and Zoning to honor settlements and follow prosecuting attorney’s memorandum – unanimous
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting after a motion was made and seconded. The commission also agreed to resume monthly meetings instead of the previously planned quarterly schedule. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved April 7, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Changed meeting frequency to monthly meetings (unanimous agreement)
County Commissioner Board
The Washington County Board approved a retail alcoholic beverage license for Dirty Burger, LLC at 114 East Main Street. It also approved the addition of names to the WWII Memorial Wall, a $6,650 heating contract for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, and a right‑of‑way utility permit. Additional approvals included commissioner exemptions, ambulance district expense orders, and the April 28 meeting minutes.
- Approved Retail Alcoholic Beverage License for Dirty Burger, LLC (114 East Main St, Weiser) – motion carried
- Approved addition of names to the WWII Memorial Wall – motion carried
- Approved B & W Heating and Cooling bid $6,650.00 for Prosecuting Attorney’s Office – motion carried
- Approved Application and Permit to Use Right-of-Way, Utilities – motion carried
- Approved Commissioner exemptions for Pacific Fiber, AFC Finishing, golf course, and Weiser Rodeo Association – motion carried
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 25-29 payroll expenses $33,967.28 – motion carried
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 25-30 general expenses $6,330.14 – motion carried
- Approved minutes of the April 28, 2025 meeting as amended – motion carried
County Commissioner Board
The Commissioners unanimously authorized $82,700.13 in general expense warrants and $795.00 in indigent expense warrants. They approved the placement of culverts near the Hansen and River Dock Roads intersection and the purchase of conference chairs up to $5,000 from state Homeland Security funds. The board also approved the amended Board of Community Guardians bylaws and entered executive session to discuss pending litigation.
- Approved $82,700.13 general expense warrants (unanimous)
- Approved $795.00 indigent expense warrants (unanimous)
- Approved placement of culverts near Hansen and River Dock Roads (motion carried)
- Approved purchase of chairs for conference/training rooms up to $5,000 (motion carried)
- Approved amended Board of Community Guardians bylaws (motion carried)
- Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation (unanimous)
- Motion to accept B&W Heating and Cooling bid died for lack of a second
- Requested a new bid for a cooling system from B&W Heating and Cooling
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners approved several Alcohol Beverage Catering permits for Sunnyside Sips on multiple May dates, a demand warrant for $4,996.20 to HDR Engineering, and a grant sponsorship letter to the Mellon Foundation for the county fair. They also approved owner‑responsibility agreements for noxious weeds, Beniton change orders totaling $7,959.88, and ambulance district expense orders of $31,996.58 and $10,149.66. The special use request for a farm and ranch house temporary dwelling was approved, and the building inspector’s cell‑phone charges will be paid from the planning and zoning budget.
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips – May 3, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Sunnyside Sips – May 17, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved Demand Warrant to HDR Engineering for $4,996.20 (motion carried)
- Approved Grant Sponsorship Letter to Mellon Foundation for Washington County Fair (motion carried)
- Approved Owner Responsibility and Maintenance Agreements for noxious weeds – Peggy Tiedemann and Matt McQueen (motion carried)
- Approved Beniton Change Order PCCO #021 for $6,088.35 (motion carried)
- Approved Ambulance District Order No. 25‑27 payroll expense $31,996.58 (motion carried)
- Approved Special Use Request for farm and ranch house temporary housing (motion carried)
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners approved multiple financial items, including HVAC quotes for the Comfort Zone, a freeze on the hiring/retention bonus policy, and several demand warrants. They also adopted the Treasurer/Auditor Joint Quarterly Report and a No Spray Agreement with Five Diamonds, LLC. General expense warrants totaling $494,934.23 were authorized, and the board entered executive session to discuss personnel matters.
- Approved Comfort Zone HVAC quotes: $7,450.56 for a unit and $12,913.59 for courthouse replacement (motion carried)
- Frozen hiring/retention bonus policy until further notice (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrant to Amerititle $3,801.00 for Bain right-of-way acquisition (motion carried)
- Approved demand warrants to Home Depot $89.93 and Ridley's Market $216.87 (motion carried)
- Approved Treasurer/Auditor Joint Quarterly Report and March 2025 cash statement for $16,152,953.12 (motion carried)
- Approved No Spray Agreement with Five Diamonds, LLC (motion carried)
- Approved Beniton change orders: PCO #024 $6,088.35, PCO #013 credit $1,757.00, PCO #025 $913.53, PCCO #020 $2,465.20 (motion carried)
- Authorized issuance of general expense warrants totaling $494,934.23 (unanimous)
Weed Advisory Board
The board accepted the March 11, 2025 minutes as written. It approved the draft tax assessment inserts for noxious and invasive species. A motion passed to skip meetings in July and August and resume in September. The board also tasked Bonnie with obtaining quotes for the 2026 Cooperator Appreciation Dinner.
- Accepted March 11, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved tax assessment inserts draft (motion carried)
- Postponed July and August meetings, resume September (motion carried)
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission approved the joint minutes from January 6, 2025 and the City minutes from March 3, 2025. No other decisions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded in the minutes.
- Approved 01-06-25 joint minutes and 03-03-25 City minutes
County Commissioner Board
The board approved the Operation of Funds/Statement of Treasurer’s Cash for January 2025 in the amount of $19,659,162.35 and for February 2025 in the amount of $17,534,199.23. It also approved three Alcohol Beverage Catering permits for Sunnyside Farm and Events LLC (April 19, 24, 26 2025), a Master Services Agreement with Agape Bridge Solutions, and a $5,133.75 countertop upgrade funded by PILT. The board authorized a $913.07 data‑cable purchase for the sheriff’s annex and approved Ambulance District payroll and general expense orders.
- Approved Operation of Funds statement for Jan 2025 ($19,659,162.35) – motion carried
- Approved Operation of Funds statement for Feb 2025 ($17,534,199.23) – motion carried
- Approved three Alcohol Beverage Catering permits for Sunnyside Farm (April 19, 24, 26 2025) – motion carried
- Approved Agape Bridge Solutions Master Services Agreement – motion carried
- Approved culvert placement applications for multiple landowners – motion carried
- Approved countertop upgrade $5,133.75 from PILT funds – motion carried
- Approved purchase of data cable $913.07 from sheriff’s budget – motion carried
- Approved Ambulance District Order 25 payroll $33,234.69 and Order 26 general $10,992.79 – motion carried
County Commissioner Board
The commissioners approved a $4,000 demand warrant to Ideal Lending, LLC and a $1,354.95 Beniton change order. They authorized the auditor to issue warrants totaling $382,592.78 for general expenses, with a unanimous vote. The board also approved rezoning for two parcels and a special‑use request contingent on FEMA flood‑plain requirements.
- Approved demand warrant $4,000 to Ideal Lending, LLC (motion carried)
- Approved Beniton Change Order PCO #020 for $1,354.95 (motion carried)
- Authorized auditor authorized to issue warrants totaling $382,592.78 for general expenses (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning for Luis and Maria M. Negrete (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning for Rodney C. Panike with easement consideration (unanimous)
- Approved special‑use request for JN Randall Century Ranch LLC contingent on FEMA flood‑plain requirements (unanimous)
- Approved Beniton to cover 75% of the cost to install a 24‑fiber cable (motion carried)
- Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation and legal counsel (unanimous)