2003-11-Minutes for Meeting December 30,2002 Recorded 1/7/2003DESCHUTES COUNTY OFFICIAL RECORDS CJ 2003'11
NANCY BLANKENSHIP, COUNTY CLERK
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Deschutes County Board of Commissioners
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MINUTES OF MEETING
DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MONDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2002
Commissioners' Hearing Room - Administration Building
1130 NW Harriman St., Bend
Present were Commissioners Tom De Wolf, Dennis R. Luke and Michael M. Daly.
Also present were Gary Smith and Suzanne Donovan, Mental Health Department;
George Read and Steve Jorgensen, Community Development Department; Anna
Johnson and David Givans, Commissioners' Office; Tom Blust, Road Department;
Dan Peddycord, Health Department; Timm Schimke, Solid Waste Department;
Ricklsham, Legal Counsel; media representative Barney Lerten of bend.com; and
two other citizens.
Chair Tom De Wolf opened the meeting at 10: 00 a. m.
1. Before the Board was Citizen Input.
None was offered.
2. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Acceptance of a
Grant from the NW Health Foundation for Crisis Resolution Center
Start-up Expenses.
Gary Smith gave a brief overview; he said that there will be a total of three
start-up grants; this is first that has been approved. The total amount could
reach $225,000 over 3 years; it will be at least $100,000. The funds are meant
for the hiring and training of staff, the purchase of equipment, and to cover
operating losses during the first few years. He added that the County would
control the dollars, since the County has some obligation for the debts.
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DALY: Move approval.
DEWOLF: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
3. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Signature of a
Personal Services Contract with Teresa Hutchens -Collins for the Mental
Health Department's Child and Family Program.
Suzanne Donovan explained they are cutting contract in half, from twenty hours
a week to ten hours a week; and Ms. Hutchens -Collins understands that it could
end sooner because of State budget cuts. This funding comes directly from the
courts from marriage and divorce fees.
Commissioner Luke pointed out that the federal government has created some
problems in regard to local agencies providing this type of service because of
federal requirements regarding how the funding can be utilized.
DALY: Move approval.
DEWOLF: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
4. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Signature of
Letters Reappointing Jane McEldowney and Carol Sisson to the Deschutes
County Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Advisory Board through
December 31, 2003.
LUKE: Move approval.
DALY: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
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5. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Signature of
Order No 2002-126, Changing the Name of Squaw Back Road to Pine
Street (Sisters Area).
LUKE: Move approval.
DALY: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
6. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Signature of
Resolution No. 2002-118, Appointing Nancy Blankenship, the Elected
County Clerk, to Serve as Interim County Clerk January 1 through
January 5, 2003.
DALY: Move approval.
LUKE: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
7. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Signature of a
Letter Appointing Conrad Ruel to the Board of Deschutes County Special
Road District No. 1, through December 31, 2005.
LUKE: Move approval.
DALY: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
8. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Signature of
Letters Making Appointments to the Board of Bend Cascade View Estates
Special Road District (Jim Raffensperger through December 2004 - new
appointment; and Russell Wink through December 2005, and Linda West
through December 2003 - reappointments).
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LUKE: Move approval
DALY: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
CONVENED AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE 9-1-1 COUNTY
SERVICE DISTRICT
9. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Approval of
Weekly Accounts Payable Vouchers for the 9-1-1 County Service District
for Two Weeks, in the Amount of $4,401.06.
LUKE: Move approval, subject to review.
DALY: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
CONVENED AS THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE EXTENSION/4-11
COUNTY SERVICE DISTRICT
10. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Approval of
Weekly Accounts Payable Vouchers for the Extension/4-11 County Service
District for Two Weeks, in the Amount of $2,764.08 (regular expenses) and
$360.43 (Construction Fund).
LUKE: Move approval
DALY: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
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RECONVENED AS THE DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS
11. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Approval of
Weekly Accounts Payable Vouchers for Deschutes County for Two Weeks,
in the Amount of $1,972.642.09.
LUKE: Move approval, subject to review.
DALY: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
12. Before the Board was a Discussion and Consideration of Additions to the
Agenda.
A. Before the Board was a Discussion regarding the Approval of Weekly
Vouchers.
LUKE: Move that this week's bills be approved without the signature
of Mike Maier, the County Administrator.
DEWOLF: Second.
VOTE: LUKE: Yes.
DALY: Yes.
DEWOLF: Chair votes yes.
B. Before the Board was a Discussion of the West Nile Virus.
Dan Peddycord gave a presentation regarding vector control, specifically
with regard to the West Nile virus, which is expected to impact Oregon in
early 2003.
He said that the Four Rivers Vector Control District services the area around
Sunriver, and also contract with the Sunriver Homeowners Association and
the Black Butte Homeowners Association. In the past the services have
targeted nuisance mosquitoes; however, the West Nile virus is different in
that it moderately impacts humans and animals, especially horses.
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There were 201 human deaths in the U.S. last year, mostly east of the Rocky
Mountains and primarily in Illinois. It is anticipated that Oregon could
experience up to ten deaths in the coming year, but this is an educated guess.
There were two cases in animals in the state of Washington this year. The
mortality rate in horses is 40 to 50%, but there is now a vaccine available for
horses.
Mr. Peddycord asked if the Board would consider setting aside between up
to $150,000, but not less than $50,000, in a contingency fund to handle
vector control where it is not already in place. The other alternative is to
put it before the voters. The problem will increase for five or six years, and
then should peak; that has been the trend internationally. It would then stay
the same for a while and gradually drop. People who are bitten have lifetime
immunity.
He said that the fiscal situation in Oregon is a concern. Once this summer
has come and gone, the public may strongly want action taken. Across the
nation, public concern about the West Nile virus has been far greater than
the threat of smallpox or anthrax. Federal funding is available for the
smallpox issue, but not for the West Nile virus.
Four Rivers Vector Control can do significant vector control for about
$190,000 in 2003. He asked the Board if they would consider forming a
district to raise those funds; they can always choose not to execute the tax if
it isn't needed.
Rick Isham explained that a district with a tax base must be formed in an
even -numbered year. However, a district without a tax base can be formed
at any time, but isn't of much use if there are no funds attached. Mr.
Peddycord added that another option would be to wait and see what happens
this year.
Chair DeWolf said that he doesn't want the County to overreact to this issue
in view of other, more defined, health needs in the community. There are a
lot of things the Health Department does that need funding, such as
inoculations, pregnancy screenings, prenatal care and so on.
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He said he is inclined not to do anything at this point, especially in view of
the fact that the 9-1-1 levy and other cost measures failed this year. A
district can be created quickly if necessary. He added that he doesn't want
to appear flippant, but at this time there is no hard evidence of the impact of
this virus on Oregon citizens and there are many other health needs that
require funding.
Mr. Peddycord stated that the government is working on a human vaccine,
but that it could take several years or longer to implement it.
Commissioner Luke asked if wildlife get the virus. Mr. Peddycord replied
that they probably do, but it hasn't been studied heavily. He added that he is
aware of some sheep dying from it, as well as several dogs.
He stated that this is something that can't be ramped up at the last minute in
the spring; now is the time to decide if Four Rivers Vector Control should
work on these other areas. They can only work with the approval of the
County. The greatest threat is in the area from Deschutes River Woods and
south, although some farmlands would be impacted.
A discussion took place regarding presenting this information to the various
city councils, especially since they have half of the population of the
County. Mr. Peddycord will attend the meetings of the Board with the cities
of Sisters, Bend and Redmond that are planned for January.
Commissioner Daly said that public health dollars should not be used for
this, but that the County ought to give the public the opportunity to review
the issue and decide if they are willing to pay for this service. People are
thinking about this; and if the County doesn't give them an opportunity to
address it, it could be a problem later if any deaths result from it.
Mr. Peddycord suggested that a public forum be held as soon as possible.
Chair DeWolf said that even if a taxing district were to pass, no funds would
be available until November. He stated that the budget is established, and
reserves have been set aside. He reiterated that it is more realistic to wait
and see what happens on the west coast this spring and summer. In any case
it couldn't go on the ballot until 2004 if it involves a tax base.
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Being no further items brought before the Board, Chair De Wolf adjourned the
meeting at 10:40 a.m.
DATED this 30th Day of December 2002 for the Deschutes County Board of
Commissioners.
Tom DeWolf, Chair
ATTEST:
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Recording Secretary
s R. Luke, Commissioner
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