STATE OF NEVADA, ) COUNTY OF ELKO. ) ss. AUGUST 21, 2002

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1 STATE OF NEVADA, ) COUNTY OF ELKO. ) ss. The Board of Elko County Commissioners meet in regular session on August 21, 2002, at 1:30 p.m. (PDST), at the Jarbidge Community Hall, Jarbidge, Nevada. There were present: County Commissioners Brad Roberts, Chair Nolan Lloyd ABSENT Mike Nannini Warren Russell John Ellison ABSENT County Manager Robert Stokes Temp - County Manager George R.E. Boucher Deputy District Attorney Kristin McQueary Deputy County Clerk Marilyn Tipton Deputy comptroller Debbie Armuth Community Development Dir. Charles Voos Road Supervisor Otis Tipton Undersheriff Steve Bishop Accounting Technician Kathy Long --- The following proceedings were held: Commissioner Roberts called the regular meeting to order at 1:32 p.m. Commissioner Roberts noted that Commissioner Nannini was absent due to a death in the family. He stated that the County Manager was absent to due a family emergency. He noted George Boucher was present. Commissioner Roberts thanked the Jarbidge community for the fine luncheon prepared for the Board and staff. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Roberts lead the meeting participants in the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF PRECEDING MINUTES: The Board considered approval of the preceding minutes for the meetings held on August 7, 2002: Board of County Commissioners and the Montello Town Board and the meetings held on August 8, 2002: Board of County Commissioners, Board of County Highway Commissioners, and the Elko County Liquor Board. Commissioner Roberts noted that the Board had not received the minutes and requested that they be tabled to the next agenda. COMMENTS BY THE GENERAL PUBLIC: PAGE 1

2 Jerry Stadstad stated he would like to donate property to the County. Commissioner Roberts noted that item was later in the Jarbidge Town Board agenda. Otis Tipton stated he had received a request from the Jarbidge park committee for the use of County equipment to fill in the park. He stated that the County employees would run the equipment but the Board needed to approve this request due to liability issues. Commissioner Roberts requested that George Boucher make it an agenda item for the next meeting. CORRESPONDENCE, ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND NOTICES: General discussion of correspondence, acknowledgments and notices received by the Commission inclusive of assignment of issues to subsequent agendas for Commission action. Commissioner Roberts reviewed the letter from Ms. Lee of Montello with regards to the fire hazard and property clean up. Charles Voos stated they had arranged for the debris to be picked up through Jay Nance. He stated that Jay Nance would pick up the debris with his backhoe and place it in the containers. He stated that Mike Nannini had contacted Ms. Lee upon that. Commissioner Roberts noted the correspondence received from Charter Communications and the cancellation of the microwave signals. Commissioner Lloyd noted it was a private company and suggested that they write a letter noticing them they had concerns. He stated that he had spoken with Charter personnel and they were not feeding the signal this way. Commissioner Russell noted they were inviting the TV district at one of the first meetings in September to give a presentation upon their services. He noted Charter Communications was involved with the TV district. Commissioner Ellison suggested a letter be drafted by staff voicing the constituents concern. Commissioner Lloyd noted that the reduction in services was not made public and inquired why it was not published. Commissioner Roberts understood that there was one small add in the Free Press. Commissioner Lloyd suggested that the Free Press be notified of this new information. Commissioner Roberts submitted the Free Press representative a copy of the correspondence to the Board. Commissioner Roberts noted the letter from the Nevada Legislature Committee on Public Lands, with regards to the Nevada Sage Grouse Conservation Strategy which he felt should be sent to PLUAC for discussion. Commissioner Lloyd noted that the Northeast Stewardship Group pretty well had that under control. He stated that Gary Back was on that stewardship group and there was a formation of a plan. Commissioner Ellison noted he would be on a joint phone conference next Monday with them. Chairman Roberts called the Jarbidge Town Board to order at 1:45 p.m. and reconvened the regular meeting at 2:04 p.m. ELKO COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Planning and Zoning Department: PAGE 2

3 Street Vacation in Jarbidge, Nevada: The Board reviewed a request for a vacation of a portion of Bear Street known as 1 North Bear Street in Jarbidge, Nevada. This request was reviewed at the May 1, 2002 Commission meeting and tabled until this meeting in Jarbidge in order to allow Commissioners to physically view the street in question. If the Commission so directs, a new hearing would be scheduled at subsequent meeting on this matter. Commissioner Roberts inquired if the Board members had viewed the property in question. He inquired if it was necessary to schedule a new hearing or if they could take action today. Kristin McQueary requested another hearing date be scheduled due to the agenda item verbiage. Randy Brown stated that he would have to notify the adjacent property owners of the hearing date. Commissioner Roberts stated it was suggested to hold the public hearing at 3:30 p.m., on September 4 th. Ken Holt stated that in the meeting in Elko they had stated that when they come here the decision would be made. He noted that the 18 feet they were discussing would give them another 9 feet for the fire house. It was his understanding everything would be handled at this meeting. Commissioner Roberts noted it was moved to the next meeting for a public hearing and he agreed he felt that it should be decided upon. Ken Holt inquired if letters were sent out to the property owners notifying them of this meeting. Randy Brown stated that at the original hearing held in Elko; the owners were notified. He stated that this agenda did not schedule a public hearing to be held today. He stated his understanding was that action would be taken in Jarbidge. Commissioner Roberts stated his understanding was that they would make a decision today, but someone did not understand that and those property owners were not notified. He stated that those property owners were not properly notified so they did not have the opportunity to object at a public hearing. He stated that this was not upon the agenda as a public hearing item. Commissioner Roberts stated that if they set a date in September 4 th he did not need to attend. Ken Holt inquired if it was possible to find out how the Board felt at this time and received a negative response because that would be considered as polling. Kristin McQueary stated that would be a violation of the open meeting law. Randy Brown reported that the notification would come from the County Manager s office and he never received instruction to notify the property owners. Commissioner Roberts noted that the agenda was not worded to allow the Board to take action upon this item. Ken Holt noted that everything he had looked at the street was described just as an easement and requested clarification upon 1 North Bear Street. Commissioner Russell inquired if this person could speak to two of the commissioner without it be considered polling the commission. Kristin McQueary stated that he could educate the Board members but he could not ask the Board how they would vote. Commissioner Roberts inquired if this was the proper street known as 1 North Bear Street. Randy Brown stated there was no name and 1 North Bear Street was there. Commissioner Russell requested Ken Holt educate him upon this issue after the meeting. Jack Creechley stated he and Mr. Ruggeri had spoken upon this matter. Kristin McQueary cautioned that they were treading upon the edges of the open meeting law. PAGE 3

4 Commissioner Lloyd moved to set the public hearing for September 4 th at 3:40 p.m. Commissioner Russell seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. Land Donation Proposal: Jerry Stadstad reviewed his proposal to donate Lots 1 & 2, Block 32, Town of Jarbidge, Nevada, in exchange for a Record of Survey for Lincoln Park. He stated there were two lots that should have been included when they initiated this discussion about the park and submitted a drawing outlining the area. He would like to transfer those two lots to the County in return for a Record of Survey of the park and North Street and adjacent to the old part. He noted the street vacation was approved but it required a Record of Survey to be performed. Mr. Stadstad stated if the County could provide a Record of Survey and cover the costs of the transfer they would give it to the County for an extension of the park. Randy Brown stated he had surveyed the lots out behind the park area. He stated those lots would be beneficial to the County and Jarbidge. He stated he had started the survey work upon the park area and spoke with the Assessor about the useless space. He stated he could complete the survey and recommended they accept the donation. Commissioner Lloyd moved to accept the donation of Lots 1 & 2, Block 32, Town of Jarbidge, Nevada, in exchange for a Record of Survey. Commissioner Ellison seconded the motion. Jerry Stadstad inquired about the record of survey from a land surveyor. Randy Brown replied that the map would be recorded as required by statute. Commissioner Russell commended Randy Brown for his initiative to resolve this. The Board thanked Jerry Stadstad for the donation. The motion was passed unanimously. Parcel Map Appeal by Malcolm F. & Gerlinde Wittig: In accordance with County Code 5-2-9(B) & (C), consider a request to set a date and time for an appeal of the Planning and Zoning Department Parcel Map Application regarding Parcel Map September 4, 2002, at 4:30 p.m. was recommended if a hearing was approved. Commissioner Lloyd moved to schedule the appeal of the Planning and Zoning Department Parcel Map Application regarding Parcel Map on September 4, 2002, at 4:30 p.m. Commissioner Russell seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. Chairman Roberts called the Board of Highway Commissioners to order at 2:20 p.m., and Vice-Chair Lloyd closed the Highway meeting at 3:18 p.m. Chairman Roberts called a ten minute recess at 3:19 p.m. The regular meeting was reconvened at 3:30 p.m. Chairman Roberts called the Jackpot Town Board to order at 3:30 p.m. and PAGE 4

5 reconvened the regular meeting at 3:32 p.m. MIDAS WATER DISTRICT: Midas Water Cooperative: No report was submitted upon the Midas water matters. MIDAS COMMUNITY: There were no Midas area matters for reporting that may be subject to assignment to subsequent agendas for the Board of County Commissioners action. Commissioner Ellison inquired about the study with the $50,000 CDB&G funding. Charles Voos stated that he would contact them for that information. Chairman Roberts called the Mountain City Town Board to order at 3:33 p.m. and adjourned the meeting at 3:35 p.m. TUSCARORA WATER DISTRICT: Charles Voos gave an operational report on the water system. The Board considered approval to allow Sierra Pacific Company right of way access for an above ground electrical line to service the Tuscarora Water System well site. Commissioner Roberts read the notes from the Manager, and it was recommended by the Manager that the Board approve this matter. Commissioner Russell noted that Robert Stokes had stated even though it was BLM property, they were aware of the right-of-way, and would submit their response. Commissioner Lloyd moved to allow Sierra Pacific Company right of way access for an above ground electrical line to service the Tuscarora Water System well site. Commissioner Ellison seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. TUSCARORA COMMUNITY: Tuscarora Society Hall: Charles Voos requested approval of the design and engineering services from J.D. Long and Associates for the Tuscarora Society Hall Project. He stated that this engineering design proposal for the four phases was developed by J.D. Long, the Friends of Tuscarora and himself. He stated that the funds would be expended over an extended time period. Commissioner Lloyd inquired about the grant funding. Charles Voos noted $20,000 was donated to buy property and then it was donated to the County. Charles Voos stated that it would proceed through 4 phases but it needed design specs. He stated that the Friends of Tuscarora had approved it. Commissioner Ellison moved to approve the design and engineering services from J.D. Long and Associates for the Tuscarora Society Hall Project. Commissioner Lloyd seconded the motion. Commissioner Roberts inquired about the County s involvement upon the civil PAGE 5

6 engineering and the septic system. He questioned if the County was obligated to install the septic system. Charles Voos stated no, that it would be addressed within one of the phases. He reported that Randy Brown would perform the surveying. The motion was passed unanimously. INSECT OUTBREAK DECLARATION: Debbie Armuth gave an updated report on the status of the insect infestation outbreaks inclusive of management of the Nevada State Emergency Management funding to address the outbreaks. She stated that Cash Minor was researching upon how far back they could go to allow for reimbursements of expenses. Commissioner Roberts noted they received a memo yesterday wherein the money was awarded to the County and the County may set their own requirements. He stated Cash Minor was soliciting for proof of expenditures from the ranchers, etc., who had expended funds pertaining to this outbreak. He stated that the Department of Agriculture had asked for replacement of their bait projects in the amount of $12, Commissioner Lloyd noted they would have to hold a portion for next year. Commissioner Ellison inquired about the approximate amount of monies expended. Debbie Armuth stated that they do not have that information. Commissioner Lloyd stated they would have to wait until all the claims were submitted. Commissioner Russell noted that Cash Minor intended to place an announcement within the newspaper to notify everyone. SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT: Request to fill a vacant deputy sheriff position: Undersheriff Steve Bishop requested approval to fill a vacant Deputy Sheriff position in the Sheriff s Department. He stated that they did need this position and were transferring one position in Jackpot to Wells and they may have to refill that position. Commissioner Ellison moved to approve the request to fill a vacant Deputy Sheriff position in the Sheriff s Department. Commissioner Russell seconded the motion. The Undersheriff noted they did not have to layoff anyone due to retirement, etc. The motion was passed unanimously. Acceptance of a Used Armored Vehicle: Undersheriff Bishop requested approval of acceptance of a used armored vehicle to be used for special response teams. AT cars or AT systems. He stated this vehicle would be utilized by the SWART team made of members from the County Sheriff s Department and the City of Elko Police Department. He stated they already had one small armored car donated by Wells Fargo to the City but it would not carry the team. He stated that they could pick one up in Southern California just at the expense of traveling down and picking it up. Commissioner Ellison felt it could be used for the bomb squad, etc. Commissioner Lloyd moved to approve the acceptance of the donation of the armored vehicles to be used for special response PAGE 6

7 teams. Commissioner Ellison seconded the motion. Commissioner Roberts noted they would receive comments about the Sheriff s department getting an armored car. Undersheriff Bishop stated it would not utilized for routine patrol. The motion was passed unanimously. U. S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY (USGS): The Board considered the request for approval of a joint funding agreement with USGS for a program to provide real-time data at the gaging stations at Humboldt River near Elko, Lamoille Creek near Lamoille, and at the North Fork Humboldt River locations for the period 10/01/2001 to 09/30/2002. Commissioner Roberts reported it was in the amount of $4, Commissioner Lloyd stated he understood that each party paid onehalf and requested clarification and if they budgeted for it. Debbie Armuth stated in the past it was donated free of charge but the County would have to maintain it after three years. George Boucher stated it was a cost share program and the County paid half. Debbie Armuth stated they had researched this and they had not paid it for three years. This amount was for the previous year. Commissioner Ellison inquired if the money had been budgeted for this fiscal year. Debbie Armuth stated it would have to come from the Commissioner s legal and professional fund. Commissioner Lloyd noted they had voted upon it for the last three years. The board discussed the location of the stations. Commissioner Lloyd believed that the $4,200 would cover a two year period. He noted according to this they would only approve last year. Commissioner Lloyd moved to approve half of the amount for the period October 1, to September 30, 2002 in the amount of $2, Commissioner Ellison seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. There was a short discussion about the amount and the approval for next year s share. CITY OF WELLS: The Board considered adoption of a resolution approving the donation of a surplus mobile home unit from the Coal Mine Canyon Road project for use as a caretaker s residence at the City of Wells Airport. Approval of Resolution No entitled: A RESOLUTION BY THE ELKO COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH NRS , ALLOWING THE DONATION OF A MOBILE HOME UNIT TO THE CITY OF WELLS FOR USE AS A CARETAKER RESIDENCE AT THE CITY OF WELLS AIRPORT. Commissioner Russell moved to adopt Resolution No entitled: A RESOLUTION BY THE ELKO COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH NRS , ALLOWING THE DONATION OF A MOBILE HOME UNIT TO THE PAGE 7

8 CITY OF WELLS FOR USE AS A CARETAKER RESIDENCE AT THE CITY OF WELLS AIRPORT. Commissioner Lloyd seconded the motion. Commissioner Roberts read the resolution into the record. The motion was passed unanimously. ELKO COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY S OFFICE: State of Nevada V. Smith Properties Delinquent Tax Case, APN , APN A2: Kristin McQueary reviewed the case status on the Smith Properties bankruptcy proceedings and proposed property sale. She stated that Gary Woodbury, Rich Barrows representing the School District, and Robert Goicoechea representing the City of West Wendover were considering the best possible avenue to protect the allocation of taxes which affected the value of the property in the City of West Wendover and the County. They were looking at State involvement to protect the County appraisal upon the property and they were reviewing the case indepth. Kristin McQueary stated they had been consulting with outside council which would be addressed in item 2. She reported that Gary Woodbury was expending a great portion of his time upon this case. Kristin McQueary noted bankruptcy law was very intricate. However, the State tax law also had to be considered. Commissioner Ellison noted that after they entered into bankruptcy, they had been paying their taxes and inquired if they were paying currently. Kristin McQueary believed that was still be done. She stated that the sale could not be completed until they received approval by all the entities, inclusive of the Federal Trade Commission and the Gaming Control Board. Her understanding was that they were paying the current taxes and at issue was the back taxes and accruing penalties. The Board discussed approval of payment of legal bills in association with this case. Commissioner Roberts noted they had set aside $10, Debbie Armuth stated that money had been set aside for last year but had not been carried over to this year. George Boucher stated they could do a budget augmentation. Commissioner Lloyd noted they did not utilize the $10, Debbie Armuth stated there was no Resolution adopted to transfer the money and it had been in contingency. Commissioner Russell clarified that it was not budgeted this year. Debbie Armuth stated there was an issue with the current bill from Goicoechea. She inquired if that should be included within the $10, or if the Goicoechea bill would be split. Commissioner Lloyd inquired how many bills were submitted. Debbie Armuth replied one bill was paid to the first attorney, Greg Corn and the District Attorney had paid that bill from their funds. She stated that the Goicoechea was the first bill submitted to her. Kristin McQueary stated the bill from McDowell & Gillman, P.C., was the speciality counsel, who was an advisor. The bill was in the amount of $ The board discussed payment of the current bill. Debbie Armuth stated it could be paid under the Commissioner fund. Commissioner Roberts stated he understood it was carried over. The board discussed it being paid from contingency. Kristin McQueary stated she understood the $10, was still available. Commissioner Ellison suggested PAGE 8

9 an agenda item for re-establishing $10,000 and payment of these bills. Debbie Armuth stated they would have to remember to re-appropriate that if they do not expend it within the current year. The Board requested that she remind them in the future due to their bad memories. Debbie Armuth questioned whether it should be included with the following agenda item. Commissioner Lloyd moved to table this to the next agenda to augment the budget of $10,000 and approve this bill. Commissioner Russell seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. The Board considered a cooperative agreement between Elko County, Elko County School District and the City of West Wendover to oppose reduction of appraised values and other issues regarding this case. Kristin McQueary stated this agreement was between the entities affected by this tax and bankruptcy case wherein the City (25%) and the School District (50%) would kick in an proportionate amount for the collection of that tax. Commissioner Russell inquired about attorney representation. Kristin McQueary replied that Gary Woodbury, Robert Goicoechea and Rich Barrows had been coordinating upon this case and their interests were similar to protect the assessed value. Commissioner Lloyd requested clarification upon the billing for McDowell & Gillman, P.C. Kristin McQueary stated they may have to hire a casino appraiser. Resolution No entitled: A RESOLUTION APPROVING A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN ELKO COUNTY, NEVADA, THE ELKO COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE CITY OF WEST WENDOVER, NEVADA. Commissioner Russell moved to adopt Resolution No entitled: A RESOLUTION APPROVING A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN ELKO COUNTY, NEVADA, THE ELKO COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE CITY OF WEST WENDOVER, NEVADA. Commissioner Lloyd seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. COUNTY MANAGER AND COMPTROLLER OFFICES: Chief Financial Officer/Comptroller: Approval of Claims: The Board reviewed the claims submitted for approval. Commissioner Lloyd moved to approve the submitted claims. Commissioner Ellison seconded the motion. Commissioner Russell requested that Montello present dates and mileage upon their claims. Debbie Armuth stated they had requested that. Commissioner Lloyd inquired about them budgeting $1,000. Debbie Armuth replied that the travel was included in the town budget. The motion was passed unanimously. Approval of Travel Requests: PAGE 9

10 The Board reviewed the pending travel requests. Commissioner Ellison moved to approve the pending travel requests. Commissioner Russell seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. Nevada Department of Taxation: The Board acknowledged the Nevada Department of Taxation approval of medium term obligation of $150,000 for public safety vehicles. Commissioner Lloyd moved to acknowledge the Nevada Department of Taxation approval of medium term obligation of $150,000 for public safety vehicles. Commissioner Ellison seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. Nevada Division of Health Care Financing and Policy: The Board considered an interlocal contract between the Nevada Division of Health Care Financing and Policy and Elko County that allowed for the distribution of Federal Disproportionate Share monies which are used for indigent health care expenses. Debbie Armuth stated this was performed annually and would be transferred to the indigent fund to keep the tax rate down. Commissioner Russell moved to approve an interlocal contract between the Nevada Division of Health Care Financing and Policy and Elko County that allowed for the distribution of Federal Disproportionate Share monies which are used for indigent health care expenses. Commissioner Ellison seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. Five Year Capital Improvement Plans: Debbie Armuth requested approval of the Five Year Capital Improvement Plans for the various Elko County entities. The Board discussed the entity plans approved by the outlaying entities. Commissioner Lloyd moved to approve the Five Year Capital Improvement Plans for the various Elko County entities. Commissioner Ellison seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. FY Budget Transfers: Debbie Armuth stated this transfer of $65, was requested by the Library Board of Trustees. Resolution No , entitled: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE TRANSFER OF APPROPRIATIONS AND CASH FROM THE ELKO COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICE FUND WITHIN THE 2002/2003 FISCAL BUDGET TO THE LIBRARY FUND. Commissioner Ellison moved to adopt Resolution No , entitled: RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE TRANSFER OF PAGE 10

11 APPROPRIATIONS AND CASH FROM THE ELKO COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICE FUND WITHIN THE 2002/2003 FISCAL BUDGET TO THE LIBRARY FUND. Commissioner Lloyd seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. Resolution No , entitled: A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE TRANSFER OF APPROPRIATIONS FROM THE CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT WITHIN THE 2002/2003 FISCAL BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF ELKO GENERAL FUND. Debbie Armuth stated their current balance was $237,000 in contingency after all the transfers. Commissioner Lloyd noted they had already discussed transferring $10,000 for future legal expense in the bankruptcy matter. Commissioner Russell moved to adopt Resolution No , entitled: A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE TRANSFER OF APPROPRIATIONS FROM THE CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT WITHIN THE 2002/2003 FISCAL BUDGET FOR THE COUNTY OF ELKO GENERAL FUND. Commissioner Ellison seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. Upcoming 2003 Nevada Legislative Session: The Board discussed possible bill draft reports from Elko County for the upcoming Legislative Session. The Board discussed the 5% percentage upon capital purchases/bid by Nevada contractors/vendors. Commissioner Russell inquired about the drafting process. Debbie Armuth stated that Cash Minor usually drafted the bill draft. Commissioner Lloyd noted that the legislative bureau would redraft it. Otis Tipton cautioned them that when the RTC was changed to include maintenance there was a 50,000 population cap placed upon that change. He suggested they raise the cap to a population of 60,000 to 70,000. Commissioner Lloyd noted by the 2000 census it was 46,000. Otis Tipton reiterated that if the County went over the 50,000 population cap, they could not utilize RTC for maintenance. Debbie Armuth stated the population was based upon the Department of Taxation each year. COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AND COUNTY STAFF COMMENTS: Commissioner Ellison noted a comment relayed to him by Commissioner Nannini. Commissioner Russell noted that muddy ball tournament was a success and they had raised $ for the Special Olympics Program. He thanked the participants upon the County team. Commissioner Russell stated he had issued a challenge to the City of Elko which was accepted by Glen Guttry and the City would have a team to compete with the County next year. Commissioner Russell noted that for ECEDA there was a conference in Oakland. The second conference was being held in Reno re: geothermal. He stated that the conference was held annually would like to go as the County representative. Commissioner Russell stated that ECEDA would pay the $ registration cost. He stated he would utilize a County car and the only cost to the county would be the two or PAGE 11

12 three nights lodging and meals. Commissioner Ellison felt they should stay on top of that geothermal issue and agreed Commissioner Russell should go. Commissioner Russell inquired if he should take staff personnel for further representation and suggested Charles Voos. He stated they would have to pay for Charlie s registration of $ and lodging and meals. Commissioner Roberts suggested that Commissioner Russell check it out this year and if need be, next year take staff. Commissioner Russell stated it was between August 22 nd and 25th. Commissioner Russell inquired about handling it legally. Kristin McQueary noted that it was under comments. Commissioner Roberts stated he would go under ECEDA and requested that he turn in his travel expenses Commissioner Roberts noted that tomorrow was Warren s birthday. Commissioner Ellison moved to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Lloyd seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously. There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned until September 4, ATTEST: MARILYN TIPTON, Deputy Clerk APPROVED, BRAD ROBERTS, Chair PAGE 12