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2006-827-Minutes for Meeting August 09,2006 Recorded 8/22/2006FICIAL NANCYDESCHUBLANKENSHIPTES COUNTY CLERKOS Q 1006'827 COMMISSIONERS* JOU NAL 08/22/2006 01:27:13 PM 111111111 2006-8 Do not remove this page from original document. Deschutes County Clerk Certificate Page L C If this instrument is being re-recorded, please complete the following statement, in accordance with ORS 205.244: Re-recorded to correct [give reason] previously recorded in Book and Page or as Fee Number ' ~G~~~'1 S Gti C Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Bend, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org MINUTES OF ADMINISTRATIVE LIAISON DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2006 Commissioners' Conference Room - Administration Building - 1300 NW Wall St., Bend Present were Commissioners Dennis R. Luke, Bev Clarno and Michael M. Daly. Also present were County Administrator Dave Kanner; Anna Johnson and Susan Ross, Commissioners' Office; Dan Peddycord, Health Department; Mark Pilliod, Legal Counsel; media representative Deanne Goodwin of News Channel 21; and three other citizens. The meeting began at 1: 30 p.m. 1. Update on Healthy Start Program Changes. Dan Peddycord gave an overview on funding changes for the Healthy Start program. St. Charles Medical Center and the St. Charles Foundation are considering how their funds are being disbursed, and it is possible some funding will be taken from this program. In addition, federal funding that is funneled through the State is also being reduced. This comes at a time when the number of clients needing these services is increasing dramatically. Mr. Peddycord said he wanted to keep the Commissioners informed of this situation. In regard to youth suicide, Deschutes County has the highest attempted suicide rate in the state in ages 19 to 24 years. Mr. Peddycord said that a grant has been received to study the problem and to help intervene so that a second suicide attempt does not occur. However, St. Charles Medical Center is reluctant to provide the necessary information on the youth who are vulnerable so that services can be provided. Minutes of Administrative Liaison Wednesday, August 9, 2006 Page 1 of 3 Pages He said he would continue working with SCMC to make sure the funding is not lost. Mr. Peddycord advised the Board that Malheur County has reported three cases of West Nile virus. 2. Update of Proposed Home Rule Charter Process. Mark Pilliod gave an overview of the home rule charter, as proposed. It will be on the November ballot. Ed Fitch, who had been on the home rule charter committee, stated that this proposed change is not a reflection on any member of the Board or their policies; he feels that this will help Deschutes County in the future, especially since it has been dominated by one political party for the past decade. He feels it is not healthy for one party to dominate for such a long period of time. The most controversial feature is the part-time status. Commissioner Luke stated that in reality the job would not be part time, as just land use issues can take more than 20 hours a week. 3. Discussion of Bend 2030 Vision Process Appointments. Dave Kanner asked if the County is to appoint someone to this group, and how Catherine Morrow ended up on the committee. He was advised that there are six action teams, with Ms. Morrow and Steve Jorgensen participating. Mr. Kanner advised that the 9-1-1 Executive Board has decided to not place a levy on the November ballot since there are so many money issues on it already. They will attempt passage of a levy in May 2007, even though a double majority vote is needed. He also said that he understands they are very close to offering the Director position to someone. Being no further discussion, the meeting adjourned at 2:30 p. m. Minutes of Administrative Liaison Wednesday, August 9, 2006 Page 2 of 3 Pages DATED this 9th Day of August 2006 for the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners. ATTEST: (1~~ *d~ Recording Secretary it D R. Luke';--chair &45Z'~ Bev Clarno, Vice Chair Minutes of Administrative Liaison Wednesday, August 9, 2006 Page 3 of 3 Pages Here is some data on Youth Suicide in Deschutes County Youth Suicide Attempts: (Documented by visits to the Hospital or death) • Since 1990 the number of adolescent suicide attempts have almost doubled in the State overall, while they have increased fourfold in Deschutes County. • Across Oregon: 75% of suicide attempts are among females • There were 63 documented youth suicide attempts age 11-17 in Deschutes County in 2003. • Suicide attempt rate for Deschutes among the 18-24 population is 114.85 per 100,000. This rate is higher than the state rate of 83.84 per 100,000 among 18-24 year olds from 1999-2003. Youth Suicide Deaths: • 2000-2004 (2 deaths under age 19) 0 2000-2004 (6 deaths age 20-24) • Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for 15-24 year olds. • Suicide death rate for 18-24 age group in Deschutes is: 10.44 per 100,000 during the years 1999-2003. This rate is below the state rate of 14 • Across Oregon : 85% of youth suicides are among males. Young adult population for Deschutes county is estimated to be: 10,064. Dan Peddycord Public Health Director Deschutes County 541-322-7426 Elaine Severson RN Connecting Youth - Suicide Prevention Coordinator Deschutes County Health Department 541-322-7430 Lisa M. Millet Injury Prevention and Epidemiology Section Manager Department of Human Services, Health Services 800 NE Oregon St. Suite 772 Portland, OR 97232 503-731-8597 503-731-4157 fax Lisa.M.Millet@state.or.us BALLOT TITLE CAPTION: Adoption of a Home Rule Charter for Deschutes County QUESTION: Shall the proposed Deschutes County Home Rule Charter be adopted? SUMMARY: The proposed home rule charter creates the structure of county government. The proposed home rule charter would expand the number of commissioners from three to five. Each commissioner would be elected from a geographic district. These geographic districts are shown on a map and are approximately equal in population. The proposed home rule charter shortens the length of the term of office for two of the current commissioners standing for election this year. Commissioners would not be affiliated with political parties and their compensation is set at $30,000.00 per year with benefits. Day-to-day administration of county operations would be the responsibility of a professional administrator appointed by the commissioners. The proposed home rule charter requires approval of the electors of the county before the commissioners could either impose or provide an exemption from taxation. The elected offices of Assessor and Treasurer would become appointed positions after the expiration of the incumbent's terms of office. Sheriff and County Clerk remain non- partisan elected positions. Amendments to the charter would require approval by the voters of the county ~0`c`Z5" G Deschutes County Board of Commissioners 1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200, Bend, OR 97701-1960 (541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org WORK SESSION AGENDA DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 1:30 P.M., WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2006 1. Health Department - HealthyStart Changes - Dan Peddycord 2. Discussion of Youth Suicide - Interaction with St. Charles Medical Center - Dan Peddycord 3. Update regarding Proposed Home Rule Charter - Mark Pilliod 4. Discussion regarding Bend 2030 Vision Process Appointments 5. Other Items Please note: Meeting dates, times and discussion items are subject to change. All meetings are conducted in the Board of Commissioners' meeting rooms at 1300 NW Wall St., Bend, unless otherwise indicated. If you have questions regarding a meeting, please call 388-6572. Deschutes County meeting locations are wheelchair accessible. 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