Caribou County public meetings in 2025
24 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Commissioners
The Board approved a primary server for the Sheriff's Office contingent on budget details and ratified a highway grant for Blackfoot River Road. They also entered into a snow removal agreement with Bonneville County and granted extensions for the Barley Meadows subdivision.
- Approved purchase of primary server for Sheriff's Office contingent on budget emails
- Ratified FY27 Local Rural Highway Investment Program Grant for Blackfoot River Road Chip Seal
- Approved 2025-2026 snow removal agreement with Bonneville County for 17.3 miles ($36,741.05)
- Approved $969.73 purchase of Naloxone from Opioid Settlement Fund
- Accepted $8,768.00 bid from Perk’s Electric for Event Center overhead door power
- Granted extension for Barley Meadows subdivision Phase 2 until December 31, 2025 (Res 2025-12)
- Granted extension for Barley Meadows subdivision Phase 3 until September 1, 2026 (Res 2025-13)
- Opened public hearing for Ordinance 2025-04 to amend Road Code Section 7.16.630 (G)(9)
County Commissioners
The Board approved multiple construction change orders and a fire suppression contract for the Event Center. Commissioners also certified the November 4, 2025, election results and approved an easement for the 8-Mile bridge project.
- Approved contract for Event Center suppression system with State Fire Idaho
- Approved Event Center change order #25 for $9,832
- Approved Event Center change order #26 for $7,932
- Certified votes for the November 4, 2025 Election
- Approved wording for 8-Mile bridge project easement agreement
- Extended vacation use deadline to March 1, 2026, for Deputy Hueckstaedt and Chief Deputy Roper
- Approved purchase of $70 gift cards for EMT and Fire Fighter volunteers
- Accepted 2026 holiday schedule and two Certificates of Residency
County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of a new Caterpillar road grader and a payment for the Blackfoot River Road project. They also authorized the sale of old equipment and approved maintenance contracts for the Event Center and fair building.
- Approved purchase of 2026 Caterpillar 150 all-wheel drive road grader for $414,417.57
- Approved $2,007,000 payment to HK Contractors for Blackfoot River Road
- Approved $16,400 Change Order #23 for Event Center concrete expansion
- Approved $18,160 contract with Nicholas Brothers Inc to paint concrete fair building
- Approved auctioning two 4-wheel drive International snow plow chassis via government website
- Approved corrected Resolution 2025-11 designating the official county newspaper
- Approved Certificates of Residency for two students
County Commissioners
The Board denied a request to rezone 40 acres from Agricultural to Low-density Residential to avoid spot zoning. They also approved a grant for emergency management and a payroll payout for a road employee.
- Denied Kirk Corbridge's request to rezone 40 acres from Agricultural to Low-density Residential
- Approved payout of 70 hours comp time to Zeb Combs from FY26 budget
- Approved acceptance of Idaho Office of Emergency Management 2023 grant for $37,175.19
- Approved extension of Eric Hobson's vacation time to FY26 deadline
- Decided to maintain the address of a property sold to Carrie Wilkerson as North 8" East
- Agreed to enforce existing county code regarding driveway slope grades
County Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners appointed Justin Steele as the Probation Officer and head of Court Services for Caribou County. Steele is returning to work as a salaried employee following a retirement in August. He is scheduled to begin work on October 3, 2025.
- Appointed Justin Steele as Probation Officer and head of Court Services as a salaried employee
County Commissioners
The Board approved a major payment for the Blackfoot River Road Rehabilitation and funded various equipment and facility repairs. They also entered into agreements with the University of Idaho and the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation.
- Approved $1,277,539.71 payment to HK Contractors for Blackfoot River Road Rehabilitation
- Approved $8,027.66 for Black Mountain repeater repair from Idaho Communications LLC
- Approved 10% increase for Sawtooth Medical contract (new rate $191,400)
- Approved up to $10,000 for 200 chairs, 10 tables, and carts from Lifetime
- Approved up to $25,000 for Senior Center ceiling polyurethane from Hank Carpenter
- Approved $2,899.09 for Prosecutor’s Office security cameras from Taylor Peck
- Entered into Cooperative Agreement with University of Idaho Extension programs
- Entered into MOA for Oregon Trail Marina RV campsite project
County Commissioners
The Board approved a $115,566.23 contract for a courthouse backup generator and the 2025 County and District levies. They also approved a flooring change order for the Event Center and selected a spray urethane insulation provider for the Senior Center.
- Approved backup generator bid from High Desert Power Systems for $115,566.23
- Approved 2025 Certificate of County and Levy at a rate of .027371457
- Approved change order #22 for LVT flooring in the classroom for $2,989 payable to Hart Floor Company
- Selected Hank Carpenter for spray urethane insulation at the Senior Center
- Decided to disregard change order #20 ($7,546) and change order #21 ($9,340)
- Decided to direct storm drain water to the east of the Event Center building
County Commissioners
The Board approved Ordinance No 2025-03 to allow parcels larger than 10 acres to be designated for lending purposes without a legal split. Other actions included funding for a recovery center and equipment purchases for county departments.
- Approved Ordinance No 2025-03 for Administrative Parcel Designation for Financing Purposes
- Approved $7,500 from Opioid funds for Center for Hope South
- Approved pay scale adjustment for Advanced EMTs to $11 per shift and $18 per call
- Approved $1,287.40 for HP Elite Mini 800 G9 Desktop for Building Department
- Approved up to $2,000 for John Deer 835M weed applicator motor
- Approved maintaining dispatch wages for a deputy moved to driver's license position
- Tabled Grouse Creek moratorium termination agreement pending amendment
- Convened and closed public hearing on Parcel Designation for Lending Purposes
County Commissioners
The Board approved two change orders for Blackfoot River Road totaling $19,232.81 and authorized $2,091.15 for election supplies. They also approved the purchase of a pet station for the Oregon Trail Marina and four certificates of residency.
- Approved Blackfoot River Road change orders #2 ($10,187.50) and #3 ($9,045.31)
- Approved purchase of election flags, bases, and stickers for $2,091.15
- Approved purchase of $502 pet station for Oregon Trail Marina
- Approved 4 Certificates of Residency
- Approved $288,459.41 in claims and $219,200.51 in payroll claims
- Approved replacement of a grader used by Dwight
- Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes
- Denied proposal to allow retiring employees to continue county health benefits
County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners approved the fiscal year 2026 budget and a resolution to reserve $215,948 in forgone funds. The approved budget includes a decrease in the levy rate. The board also authorized several equipment purchases and a new hire for Road & Bridge.
- Approved FY2026 budget of $18,707,221.04 (Resolution 2025-09)
- Approved reserving $215,948.00 in forgone funds (Resolution 2025-10)
- Approved $9,199 purchase of a thermal imager from Curtis Tools for Heroes
- Approved $30,904 purchase of e-pollbooks and software from Tenex Software Solutions
- Hired Trenton Jensen for Road & Bridge
- Approved replacement of an EMT's lost glasses
- Approved two Certificates of Residency
- Approved claims report of $1,156,895.42 and payroll claims of $378,387.53
County Commissioners
The Board approved a significant funding increase for the Blackfoot River Road project and authorized purchases for road maintenance and assessor's office equipment. They also approved engineering services for the Oregon Trail Marina RV Park.
- Approved change order #1 for Blackfoot River Road adding $538,436.33
- Approved purchase of Monroe side chute asphalt spreader for up to $12,000
- Approved purchase of 2 custom-built business computers for up to $3,400
- Approved Task Order No 04 for Oregon Trail Marina RV Park engineering services for $7,500
County Commissioners
The Board entered into a multi-county agreement for the Sedgewick Peak Radio Tower Site and approved several fire equipment purchases. They also granted a zoning setback variance for a property on McPherson Canyon Road and extended completion deadlines for Barley Meadows Subdivision phases 2 and 3.
- Approved MOU for Sedgewick Peak Radio Tower Site with Bannock, Franklin, and Bear Lake Counties
- Approved $12,275.95 purchase of 5 GXL jackets and 5 GPS Globe Custom turnouts from Curtis Tools for Heroes
- Approved $8,545.56 purchase of a fire equipment washing machine and detergent from Curtis Tools for Heroes
- Approved 30-foot front yard setback variance for 2253 McPherson Canyon Road
- Approved Resolution 2025-08 extending Barley Meadows Subdivision Phase 3 completion to Nov 30, 2025
- Approved Resolution 2025-07 extending Barley Meadows Subdivision Phase 2 completion to Nov 30, 2025
- Approved Treasurer's request to install background music in the hall for under $1,000
County Commissioners
The Board approved a construction contract for Blackfoot River Road with H&K Contractors, contingent on adding an indemnity clause. Commissioners and department heads reviewed numerous budget line-item adjustments for the upcoming fiscal year, including requests for salary increases and equipment funding.
- Approved Blackfoot River Road construction contract with H&K Contractors (contingent on indemnity clause)
- Approved $2,000 reduction in Treasurer Capital Outlay
- Approved $2,000 reduction in Assessor Reappraisal Travel, Mileage & Meals
- Tabled decision on $6,000 one-time cost of living adjustment for employees
- Tabled decision on EMS Director payroll percentage increase
- Tabled decision on Extension Office employee hours and PERS/Insurance status
- Tabled decision on Sheriff's request for salary increases and 4 new positions
County Commissioners
The Board approved several change orders and a gas hookup contract for the Event Center. They also authorized a tax deed process for a delinquent parcel and entered into agreements for fire equipment and boat safety.
- Approved Intermountain Gas hookup for Event Center ($2,166.25 reimbursement condition)
- Approved Event Center change orders for a door ($1,571), concrete work ($72,738), and kitchen counters ($962)
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Idaho Department of Lands for federal equipment
- Approved agreement for Boat Safety Grant with Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation
- Approved payout of up to 95.75 vacation hours for Ronni Athay
- Approved canceling PacifiCorp taxes up to $30,000 due to BTA settlement
- Approved proceeding with tax deed process for Parcel # 010000069250
- Approved opening an Ireland Bank account for Dyer’s Woad funds
County Commissioners
The Board approved a $1.45 million road contract with HK Contractors and adopted a revised zoning code for the Soda Springs area of impact. They also certified the May 20 school levy bond election results and approved a blasting contract for a gravel pit. A new hire was approved for the Road & Bridge department.
- Approved $1.45M road contract with HK Contractors for 19,355 linear feet
- Approved Ordinance No. 2025-02 adopting A-1 and A-2 zoning for Soda Springs area of impact
- Approved $58,600 blasting contract with Eagle Rock Blasting Inc for 10-Mile gravel pit
- Certified May 20, 2025, school levy bond election results for Soda Springs Jt. School District #150
- Ratified $2,038 purchase of a plank for Oregon Trail Marina
- Approved hiring Bridger Chaplin for Road & Bridge
- Approved $313,313.20 in claims and $212,527.17 in payroll claims
- Approved $1,750 invoice for PRT transport
County Commissioners
The Board approved three change orders for the Event Center and Fire Station totaling $66,578. A zoning variance was granted for a residence in the Chesterfield Historical Viewshed District. The Board also agreed to provide a water truck for the high school district rodeo.
- Approved Event Center change order #12 for gas line ($1,029)
- Approved Event Center change order #14 for 4 windows ($20,234)
- Approved Fire Station change order #15 for floor drains (up to $35,315)
- Approved variance for Suttles residence to increase size to 2,338 sq ft and allow full basement
- Agreed to leave water truck at fair grounds for high school district rodeo
- Decided to maintain Dyer’s Woad bag price at $10.00
- Decided to use specific signage for county fill station access
County Commissioners
Commissioners and architect Shawn Wilson discussed the layout and requirements for a proposed RV park. The project aims to meet grant stipulations for at least 12 RV spots using state gas tax revenue. No formal votes were taken during the meeting.
- Discussed requirement for at least 12 RV spots to meet grant stipulations
- Identified state gas tax revenue as the funding source
- Proposed using Road & Bridge labor and equipment as the grant offset
- Established that wagon ruts must not be disturbed
County Commissioners
The Board approved several expenditures for the Event Center, including kitchen utilities and ground thawing. They also adopted the 2025 All-Hazard Mitigation Plan and approved a subdivision plat amendment.
- Adopted 2025 Caribou County Multi-Jurisdiction All-Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution #2025-05)
- Approved up to $9,500 for Event Center kitchen utilities from Sanders Furniture Inc.
- Approved Change Order #9 for Event Center ground thawing totaling $24,468
- Approved final plat to amend lots 3, 4, and 5 in the Great Columbia Subdivision
County Commissioners
The Board approved the purchase of two Peterbilt chassis trucks and concrete culverts for road maintenance. They also authorized several contracts and change orders to bring power to the County Event Center. A proposed zoning code adoption for the Soda Springs Area of Impact was tabled following public opposition.
- Approved purchase of 2 Peterbilt 548 chassis trucks for $151,897 each
- Approved purchase of 5 concrete culvert sections from Old Castle for $26,125
- Approved $15,000 for Caribou Soil Conservation District 2026 Budget
- Approved Rocky Mountain Power service contract for Event Center for $36,190
- Approved Perk’s Electric Change order #10 for Event Center for $55,976
- Approved Perk’s Electric Change order #11 for Event Center for $13,258
- Approved MOU with Highland Cooperative Weed Management Area
- Tabled Zoning Code Adoption Ordinance 2025-02 for Soda Springs Area of Impact
County Commissioners
The Board approved several equipment purchases for Road & Bridge and granted a conditional use permit for a public storage facility. The Commissioners also approved a $3,000 donation for park shade covers and a payment for indigent cremation services.
- Approved $61,500 purchase of 2025 Chevrolet 2500 HD Silverado for Road & Bridge
- Approved $25,000 purchase of two used tanker trailers from Nationwide Trailer & Equipment Sales
- Approved contract for sand and gravel Shale Lease E800038 with Idaho Department of Lands
- Approved conditional use permit for Eli Hubbard's storage facility at 2274 Bench View Dr
- Approved $3,000 contribution to Maverik Caribou Community Playground for shade covers
- Approved $2,539 payment to Horsley Funeral Home for indigent cremation services
- Approved claims report of $1,154,467.49 and payroll claims of $364,552.96
- Declined to sign off on Grouse Creek Ranch Development due to incomplete MOU
County Commissioners
The Board approved several operational contracts for parks and road maintenance, authorized the purchase of new computers and legal research software, and hired two new employees for Road & Bridge. No decisions were made during four separate executive sessions.
- Approved purchase of 2 ThinkPad computers for Extension Office at $1,486.68 each
- Approved Grant Administration contract with SICOG
- Approved $5,000 contract with JUB for Oregon Trail RV Park
- Approved Professional Service Agreement with MR&E for park dock and garbage services
- Approved Vlix AI Vincent legal research software for Prosecutor
- Approved $1,949.91 agreement with Computer Arts for information systems
- Approved vacation extension for Commander Bredehoft to May 2025
- Hired Josh Kirby as Road & Bridge Mechanic and Brian Stringham as Road & Bridge Crewman
County Commissioners
The Board adopted Ordinance 2025-01, shifting final decision-making authority for building and development in the Soda Springs Area of Impact from the city to the county. The commissioners also approved several equipment purchases and construction change orders for the Event Center.
- Adopted Ordinance 2025-01 amending the City of Soda Springs Area of Impact Agreement
- Approved purchase of 2024 150 AWD Motograder for $323,686.95
- Approved purchase of 2025 Low Boy Trailer from Diesel Depot for $121,700
- Approved Event Center Change Orders #5 ($22,515), #7 ($14,987), and #8 ($16,519)
- Tabled Event Center Change Order #10 for $17,055
- Approved Idaho Power Refund Credit payment of $12,951.17 from PILT
- Approved tax overpayment refund of $5,989.64 for parcel # 09S42E317600 from PILT
County Commissioners
The Board appointed Mark Mathews as Chairman and Bryce Somsen as temporary chair. Commissioners approved their 2025 departmental assignments and the annual meeting and holiday calendar. The board also approved a federal emergency management grant and specific maintenance repairs.
- Approved Resolution 2025-02 appointing Mark Mathews as Chairman and Bryce Somsen as temporary chair
- Approved 2025 Commissioner departmental assignments
- Approved 2025 meeting calendar and holiday schedule
- Approved $20,854.90 Emergency Management Performance Grant
- Denied change order #8 for 4-H cabinetry
- Ratified change order #9 for winter conditions totaling $14,886
- Approved repair work for Weed Department 2024 Duramax up to $4,200 pending second quote
County Commissioners
The Board approved a resolution to apply for LHTAC funding for the Blackfoot River Road Project extension. Commissioners also approved the 2024 Annual Road and Street Financial Report and a task order for engineering services. The Prosecutor building is now a dual purchase owned by the City of Soda Springs and the County.
- Approved Annual Road and Street Financial Report for fiscal year ending September 30, 2024
- Approved Resolution 2025-01 to apply for $3,000,000 LHTAC funding for Blackfoot River Road Project extension
- Approved task order #03 for Keller and Associates engineering and surveying services