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1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200, Bend, OR 97701-1960
(541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org
MINUTES OF ADMINISTRATIVE WORK SESSION
DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2006
Present were Commissioners Dennis R. Luke and Mike Daly; Commissioner Bev
Clarno was out of the office. Also present were Dave Kanner, County
Administrator; Timm Schimke, Solid Waste Department; Sheriff Les Stiles and Sue
Brewster, Sheriff's Office; David Givans and Anna Johnson, Commissioners'
Office; Dan Sherwin, Road Department; Mark Pilliod and Mark Amberg, Legal
Counsel; and media representatives Cindy Powers and Keith Chu of The Bulletin,
Pete Erickson of News Channel 21, and Jeff Mullins of KBND Radio. No other
citizens were present.
The meeting began at 3:25 p.m.
1. Solid Waste Update.
Timm Schimke indicated that the Boy Scouts would like to use the demo
landfill site for a tree staging and collection area after Christmas. He will work
out the details with Risk Management and the County Administrator.
Over fifty tons of computer equipment was collected at the last event. He
suggested that in the future a small fee be charged for commercial users. The
computers are shipped to vendors who recycle and reuse the parts.
His department is collaborating with an environmental team to form a recycle
task force for the 2030 plan to put together a campaign for waste prevention and
education.
The north area development and cell 4 at the landfill are in the early stages of
the projects.
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Page 1 of 4 Pages
2. Sheriffs Office Update.
Sheriff Stiles thanked everyone for their support of the two Districts, which
were approved by the voters on November 7. The media is asking him what
comes next. He advised them of the jail study and the incarceration study that
have been done.
He asked about the possibility of building a new jail in Redmond or elsewhere,
as this had been discussed in the past. He would like to get a commitment from
the Board so that the issues of what, where and how could be addressed.
Commissioner Luke stated that this was discussed as part of the Redmond
master plan. He added that much more information is needed, such as how
funding of operations and the jail will be handled, and the new Commissioner
will need to be brought up to speed first. He realizes that the OMNI Group did
a footprint of the jail already.
Commissioner Daly said that the future of the 1,800 acres in Redmond is
unknown. A new jail is needed, and they will figure out how to make it work.
Sheriff Stiles stated that he didn't expect any kind of decision immediately, but
the public wants to know and whatever the Board decides will impact the future
of the work center and jail operations.
The group then discussed at length the findings of the OMNI report as well as
the schedule for reopening the work center, future plans for the jail, and staffing
needs. Also discussed preliminarily was how to manage the two districts. This
will be addressed at a future meeting.
Sheriff Stiles indicated that now that La Pine is a city, the council will need to
take steps to get out of District 2, and either form its own police department or
contract for services.
3. Update regarding Weed Board Activities.
Dan Sherwin gave an overview of the projects he has been handling this year,
and the projects planned for the future.
He asked that the Board approve and sign a letter of support for particular
projects to be sent to the Department of Agriculture. The Commissioners
agreed.
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4. Discussion regarding Building Maintenance - Historical Center.
Susan Ross stated that since this is a County-owned building, she feels the
County should provide janitorial as well as maintenance services. Janitorial
services would only be required about once a week, and can be handled with
existing County staff.
LUKE: Move approval.
DALY: Second.
VOTE: DALY: Yes.
LUKE: Chair votes yes.
5. Discussion of Policies: Travel and Driving on County Business.
Dave Kanner explained the two policies, which now include some changes as
recommended by Risk Management and Legal Counsel.
Commissioner Luke moved approval of the rescission of the old policies and
the adoption of the new; Commissioner Daly seconded; they then approved
them.
In regard to the landfill advertising policy, there will be changes to incorporate
design standards and a rate and fee schedule.
DALY: Move approval.
LUKE: Second.
VOTE: DALY: Yes.
LUKE: Chair votes yes.
Mr. Kanner said that he tried to change the rates used in the GSA for employee
reimbursement for trips to Salem, but the IRS will not allow this. Eugene has to
be used as the basis for the per diem charges.
5. Other Items.
Commissioner Luke commented that the I.T. Department has helped with
computers used at home for work purposes, and there is no policy covering this.
Mr. Kanner indicated he is aware of this and if it is incidental, he sees no
problem with it at this time.
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Commissioner Daly said that he reviewed the RV park construction contract,
and is concerned about the rock clauses. He indicated this could be costly and
he will not sign the contract as it is currently written. Mr. Kanner said that
everything down to five feet is included. They will discuss this issue at a later
date.
Being no further discussion, the meeting adjourned at 4:10 p. m.
DATED this 8th Day of November 2006 for the Deschutes County Board
of Commissioners.
De nis R. Luke, Chair
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Bev Clarno, Vice Chair
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Recording Secretary
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Deschutes County Board of Commissioners
1300 NW Wall St., Suite 200, Bend, OR 97701-1960
(541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.orc
WORK SESSION AGENDA
DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
1:30 P.M., WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2006
1. Solid Waste Update - Timm Schimke
2. Sheriff's Office Update - SheriffStiles
3. Update regarding Weed Board Activities - Dan Sherwin
4. Discussion regarding Building Maintenance - Historical Center - Anna
Johnson & Susan Ross
5. Discussion of Policies: Travel (F-2) and Driving (RM-1)
6. Other Items
PLEASE NOTE:
At any time during this meeting, an executive session could be called to address issues relating to:
ORS 192.660(2)(e), real property negotiations
ORS 192.660(2)(h), pending or threatened litigation
ORS 192.660(2)(b), personnel issues
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.
Deschutes County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
For deaf, hearing impaired or speech disabled, dial 7-1-1 to access the state transfer relay service for TTY.
Please call (541) 388-6571 regarding alternative formats or for further information.
BOCC Update
11/8/06
Agenda
1. Scout Xmas tree request
2. Computer event results and concerns
3. Bend 2030
4. Project reports
5. Other
Deschutes County Dept. of Solid Waste
Computer Recycling Event Statistics
10/11/2006
# of Palle
ts
# of Gaylord Boxes
Ship Date
Gross
Tare
Net
Monitors
CPUs,
Printers,
etc.
Phones
Keyboards
Cable
Parts
10/23/06
28,260
, 32,680
25,580
10/23/06
57,500
32,200
25,300
10/24/06
65,160
39,520
25,640
10/25/06
56,600
31,940
24,660
20
39
9
1
2
TOTAL
101,180
16
19
0
1
1
3
Total Number of Units:
36
58
9
2
1
5
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Number of cars: 403
10/15/2005
# of Palle
ts
# of Gaylord Boxes
Ship Date
Gross
Tare
Net
Monitors
CPUs,
Printers,
etc.
Phones
Keyboards
Cable
Parts
Speakers
Phones
10/17/05
57,820
32,500
25,320
10/18/05
57,320
32,120
25,200
10/20/06
52,000
32,900
19,100
10/25/05
54,140
33,700
20,440
11/08/05
31840
25220
6,620
TOTAL
253,120
156,440
96,680
38
63
6
3
1
2
1
Total Number of Units:
1292
6300
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IN
umber of cars: 335
10/23/2004
# of Palle
ts
# of Gaylord Boxes
Ship Date
Gross
Tare
Net
Monitors
CPUs,
Printers,
etc.
Keyboards
Cable
Parts
Speakers
Phones
11/02/04
60,840,
32,480
28,360
11/03/04
57,100
32,240
24,860
11/04/04
63,140
35,160
27,980
11/05/04
4,480
TOTAL
181,080
99,880
85,680
37
40
2
1
1
1
Total Number of Units:
1258
4000
2
1
1
1
Number of cars: 295
Deschutes County Dept. of Solid Waste
Computer Recycling Event Statistics
10/18/2003
# of Palle
ts
# of Gaylord Boxes
Ship Date
Gross
Tare
Net
Monitors
CPUs
Printers
Scanners
Misc
Keyboards
:Cable
Parts
Speakers
Phones
10/20/03
26,480
10/21/03
28,360
10/23/03
26,720
10/28/03
8,020
TOTAL
89,580
37
24
18
3
2
2
Total Number of Units:
1269
2400
1800
3
2
2
n/a
Number of cars: 359
10/26/2002
# of Palle
ts
# of Gaylord Boxes
Ship Date
Gross
Tare
Net
Monitors
CPUs
Printers
Scanners
Misc
Keyboards
Cable
Parts
Speakers
Phones
10/29/02
57,500
, 29,290
28,210
24
1
3
10/30/02
55,520
29,300
26,220
9
5
6
3
1
10/31/02
39,100
20,000
19,100
9
5
1
1
1
TOTAL
73,530
33
14
14
3
2
1
1
Total Number of Units:
1048
1400
1400
3
2
1
1
Number of cars: 322
9/22/2001
# of Palle
ts
# of Gaylord Boxes
Ship Date
Gross
Tare
Net
Monitors
CPUs
Printers
Scanners
Misc
Keyboards
Cable
Parts
Speakers
Phones
(no stats other than Total Net Weigh
t)
TOTAL
22,000
10,
4
4
1
1
1
1
Total Number of Units:
326
419
419
0.9
0.6
0.3
0.3
Number of cars: 105
Vegetation Manager's Report
June 9, 2006 to September 12, 2006
Activities:
• Completed Weed/Vegetation Presentations at the Deschutes County Fair, OACES
meeting at Eagle Crest, State Wide Road Training in Eugene at the Equipment
Operator Technical Training and Skills Demonstration (Roadeo), annual Sunriver
Weed Pull, Deschutes County CDD and the Deschutes County Weed Pull.
Training and Education activities include Oregon Vegetation Management
Association annual conference in Pendleton, ADA County training, Biological
Control class in Burns, Oregon State Weed Board meeting in Enterprise and the
Invasive Species Council in Madras. Association of Oregon Counties trained staff
on the IRIS (Computer Software) Vegetation Management Program.
• 22 landowners or property owners associations were visited and were given
information on how to treat noxious weeds. Landowners will continue to monitor
and evaluate for late fall reseeding. The cost share program continues to be a
success for landowners who have small noxious weed infestations.
• Gave a presentation to the Forest Service Resource Advisory Committee and
received $56,000 to continue the County Cost Share Program.
• Completed a grant application for BASF to treat Yellow Flag Iris. The Central
Oregon Tri- County Weed Management Area was awarded $6,250 for chemical or
for labor when treating. BPA provided a helicopter to survey the Deschutes River
so site can be evaluated for treatment.
• Completed three Weed Free Forage Hay Inspections. Also, distributed 150 Weed
Free Feed education posters to the Forest Service which will be placed at trail
heads throughout the Deschutes and Ochoco Forests. Completed a Weed Free
Forage presentation on Good Morning Central Oregon.
• Staff completed consulting and post-emergent contracts for BPA, BLM, COI and
the City of Bend. Road Department staff surveyed and treated 860 miles of County
roads. All County Solid Waste sites and the Road Department site were mowed for
fire safety and weed control.
• Throughout the summer completed enforcement visits and letters as necessary.
• Scot McElrath and Jon Valley, Road Department staff completed 45 sign frames
for the Tri-County Weed Management Area. 15 signs were erected in Deschutes
County.
• Met with Starwood Home Owners Association to plan and implement native
grasslands in their open space areas. Also discussed fire hazards in open space
areas. This project will also be working with Eastern Oregon University staff and
students.
• Completed two separate contracts to produce and harvest native grasses and forbes
for the Deschutes Basin Native Seed Bank.
• Met with Jeff Power, Redmond Park and Recreation Department and viewed Dry
Canyon demonstration area. Area will be mowed in the next two weeks and will be
seeded with native grasses in November.
Future Goal:
• Complete Native Seed Guidelines for landowners who want to use native seeds.
• Complete contract surveying and spraying for COI and the City of Bend.
• Plan and prepare to complete seeding project for the Road Department and other
agencies.
• Provide information to AOC for the newly formed Oregon County Weed Control
Association. This association will be looking at ways to sustain weed control
programs in Counties through the Oregon State Legislatures.
Vegetation Manager's Report
November 2, 2006
Activities:
• Completed vegetation presentations for American Public Works Association
meeting at Eagle Crest and NRCS Water and Weed Management Work Shop.
• Completed pre-emergent contract spraying for the City of Bend of all landscape
areas and the Parkway. Also completed native grass seeding of 10 acres
throughout the city.
• Completed native grass seeding at the North West Transfer Station for the Solid
Waste Department. Reseeded right of way along Huntington Road. Completed
seeding of Dry Canyon area for Redmond City Park and Recreation Department.
• Completed weed spraying on COI main canal right of ways.
• Completed enforcement as needed.
Future Activities:
• Spray pre-emergent Sheriff Department's Firing Range.
• Write a yellow flag iris grant for funding by the Oregon State Weed Board.
Road Department staff will continue to spray pre-emergent County road right of
ways.
Guidelines for Seeding Native Plants
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"OUR MISSION"
The Deschutes Basin Native Plant Seedbank (DBNPS) formed a
collaboration of over 20 partners to increase the availability of
genetically local, native seeds for revegetation and restoration within
the Deschutes Basin. Goals are to collect, propagate, store and
make available seeds of common species used in land restoration.
The Seedbank will coordinate management, sale and inventory of
native seeds, and facilitate cooperation between partners and users
of the Seedbank. Seedbank partners are willing to provide
educational opportunities to its members, land managers, property
owners and the public concerning benefits of native plants, their use
and seeding guidelines.
s,edb8Ok Partners
Deschutes County
City of Bend
Crook County Weed Control
Jefferson County Weed Control
Native Plant Society of Oregon - High Desert Chapter (NPSO)
Deschutes County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD)
Deschutes River Conservancy
Deschutes Basin Land Trust
Upper Deschutes Watershed Council
Crooked River Watershed Council
The Nature Conservancy of Oregon
Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon
Bureau of Land Management, Prineville District (BLM)
Deschutes National Forest/Region 6 Seed Extractory
Ochoco National Forests/Crooked River National Grasslands
United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS)
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT)
Oregon State University Extension Service
Eastern Oregon Stewardship Services
Portland General Electric (PGE)
Local Native Plant Nurseries and Restoration Service Practitioners*
Winter Creek Restoration
Clearwater Nursery
Botanical Development
* Other local nurseries or practitioners involved in native plant restoration are encouraged to join.
SPECIES AVAILABLE FROM THE SEEBBANK/PARTNERS
WHY USE SEED OF LOCAL ORIGIN?
Native plant materials are recommended by the Seedbank because they:
♦ Are unlikely to be invasive or overly competitive with other native plants
♦ Return more normal fire intervals and fuel loadings
♦ Use less water
♦ Provide food resources for native insects (butterflies), birds and other wildlife
♦ Reduce energy consumption and pollution (limited need for mowing)
♦ Compete with weeds and reduce the need for herbicides
♦ Enhance aesthetics and visual quality
♦ Protect biodiversity and stewardship of our natural heritage
♦ Are more genetically diverse and therefore able to adapt to changing climatic and
environmental conditions (more resistant to freezing and drought)
IRRIGATION/DEFERRED GRAZING/CREDITS
SPECIES THE SEEDBANK PRODUCES
♦ Bluebunch Wheatgrass
♦ Bottlebrush Squirreltail
♦ Great Basin Wildrye
♦ Idaho Fescue
♦ Thurber's Needlegrass
Sandberg's Bluegrass
Western Yarrow
Blue Flax
Basalt Milkvetch
High Desert sagebrush and forest habitats have been altered by fire, weeds and land
uses. Commercially available seeds are either not native to our area, or do not have the
necessary diversity to be successful in our harsh environment. If you wish to purchase
seed or have additional questions, contact Berta Youtie at (541) 447-8166
(byoutie(W-crestviewcable.com) or Dan Sherwin, Deschutes County (541) 322-7135.
SEEDRANK
PURCHASE INFORMATION
Classroom Education with Dan Sherwin
Berta Youtie Inspecting Seed Production Field
Irrigation can increase germination and establishment. Apply water at the correct time to give the
desirable species a competitive edge over the weeds. For cool season natives, do not irrigate past
July 1 as their ability to utilize the water is rapidly declining and annual weeds will benefit.
Deferred Grazing: A site should be rested 2 to 4 years after seeding. At the very least do not graze
before seed ripe of the second year. Plantings need to be fenced in a managed grazing system.
CREDITS: Much of the information for this brochure came from a USDA Forest Service
Technical Report RMRS-GTR (Sept 2004) and from Vicky Erickson, a geneticist with USFS
Region 6.
SEEDING OPTIONS
If you are trying to control weeds and want a very low cost plant cover, there are
non-native species developed for aridlands. Crested wheatgrass and other
cultivars can be purchased inexpensively for $10 to $30 per acre.
If you decide to use plant material that was developed from North American
native sources, seed of cultivars can be obtained from local seed companies and
cost from $30 to $100 per acre. I !t
♦ If you determine that restoration of the native
ecosystem is your goal and you want to use
native species adapted from local, native
material the cost will be higher ($100 to $300)
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SEED SELECTION
When selecting native plant materials, it's important to have knowledge of the
geographic origin, and genetic diversity of the plant source. A good practice is to choose material from
an area that matches the climate, soils and elevation of your site as closely as possible. Successful
restoration projects are based on selecting plant materials that are adapted to your site. Natural
Resource Conservation Service (NRCS-USDA) and other consultants, may help you determine these
conditions and your original plant community. You may select native species that wildlife utilize for food
or cover. Contact the local Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) (541) 388-6363.
Multispecies Mixes vs Single Species
The Seedbank suggests seeding a mixture of species to improve the control of
undesirable weeds, ensure the establishment of a desirable stand, promote biodiversity
and improve wildlife utilization. However we recommend seeding grasses the first year,
because so often herbicide treatments are required for control of broadleaf weeds. Seed
or seedlings of forbs (wildflowers) and shrubs can be established in subsequent years
when herbicides are no longer necessary.
MANAGEMENT FOR SUCCESSFUL ESTABLISHMENT
Fertilization is usually not beneficial in the wildland situation. Annual weeds such as cheat grass will
benefit the most from added nutrients. Seed yields in irrigated, production fields will be increased with
the addition of nitrogen.
Mulching or hydro-mulching may improve your results. Hydro-mulching is a two-step process. First
the seed is sown and then covered with a mulch. Hydro-seeding is not very successful with native seed.
In this process, seed and mulch are mixed and often the seed does not establish good contact with the
soil. There are many mulching products on the market consisting of paper or straw. Mulch should not
be too thick or heavy as to retard the seedling from emerging. In our dry environment mulch can often
intercept the precipitation and reduce the availability of moisture to the seed.
TIMING OF SEEDING/SEEDING RATE/MULTISPECIES MIXES VS SINGLE/SUCCESSFUL ESTADLISNMENT
Timing of Seeding
Unless seeding under an irrigated situation, late fall, early winter is your best opportunity
for success. Fall or winter seeding will provide conditions necessary for native seeds that
require a cold, moist period to germinate. Seeds are ready to take advantage of the early
spring moist season. Seedlings that emerge early are better able to survive the summer
drought period.
Seeding Rate
Sufficient seed should be used to assure good establishment, yet prevent the waste of
seed. Seeding rates may be determined by management (irrigated or dry land), seedbed
preparation, planting methods, equipment and seed quality. Usually 10 to 20 Ibs per acre
for a total mixture is suggested for seeding wildland ranges to a diverse mixture. Native
seeds may continue to germinate for years after seeding so be patient. Seeding rates
with irrigation and good seedbed preparation may be reduced to 4 to 8 Ibs per acre.
Purchase certified or source identified seed. This seed is grown, tested and labeled under a process
regulated by state agencies. Read the label for origin of material, germination and pure live seed (PLS)
rates, as well as the amount of weed seed, crop seed and other inert matter. Please be sure it is
weed-free.
For small projects you may choose to collect your own seed in the wild. Obtain permits if collecting from
federal lands and test for germination at the Oregon State University (OSU) Seed Testing Laboratory
(541) 737-4464). The Seedbank and agencies develop high quality, local native seed programs by wild
collecting and contracting private agricultural producers to increase seed.
SITE PREPARATION • CONTROL OF COMPETITION
Site preparation is the most important step to successful establishment. The principal
purpose of seedbed preparation is to control weeds and condition the soil for seeding. Most control meas-
ures are designed to remove existing vegetation and weed seeds stored in the soil. These procedures are
particularly critical in semiarid and and regions where soil moisture is essential for seedling establishment.
Site preparation treatments should be designed to conserve and aid in storage of soil moisture. Less dis-
turbance to the soil is preferred. If the site has been previously farmed, it may be appropriate to choose a
moldboard, disk plow or harrow to reduce vegetation. Livestock may also be used to decrease weeds.
Contact your County Weed Supervisor or consultant to ask what herbicides may be appropriate. Herbi-
cides can be an effective, necessary, and environmentally sound tool to decrease competition from
SEED SELECTION/SITE PREPARATION
unwanted vegetation. Follow instructions on the herbicide label. You may choose to use
prescribe fire before applying a foliage translocated herbicide. Chemical can be more
effective when applying to new, green plant growth. A cover crop may be grown as an
interim step to help reduce weed competition. We recommend at least 2 years of seedbed
preparation to eliminate the existing vegetation and the seed stored in the soil.
SEEDING
Planting Depth and Seed Coverage
Seed should be in firm contact with the soil to increase moisture availability and decrease
chances of drying. When broadcasting seed be sure seed is covered by harrowing or
raking. Seed should be covered 2.5 to 3 times the length of the seed (1/4 to 3/8 inch).
Planting too deep or not covering seed are the major reasons for seeding failure. Seed
must have direct contact with the soil.
Seeding Equipment
Most conventional drills place native seed too deep. With proper attention, seeds can be
placed at a shallow depth when drill seeding. It is essential that seeds of differing sizes
are sown separately to achieve the appropriate depth. Rangeland drills have been
developed to control planting depth; with adaptations such as high clearance and heavy
duty frames to facilitate seeding in steep, rocky terrain, with minimum drill breakage.
Seedboxes will accommodate seed of various size and shape and maintain an even seed
flow. The NRCS, ODFW and OSU Extension may assist in location of a rangeland drill
with special native grass seedboxes. Broadcast seed if your site is not appropriate for
drill seeding, such as rocky or steep terrain, a small area or where you may want to
protect residual native vegetation from damage. When broadcast seeding, be sure seed
is covered by harrowing or raking.
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Katy Coba, Director
Oregon Department of Agriculture
635 Capital St NE
Salem, OR
97301-2532
Dear Katy,
Dan Sherwin, our County Vegetation Manager attended the Oregon Vegetation Manager
Association meeting in Pendleton this September. Dan mentioned that Tim Butler from
the Plant Division said that ODA will be looking for additional grant funding for the State
weed program. This would include funding for Oregon State Weed Board grants and for
the department.
We understand the Oregon Department of Agriculture, Plant Division is proposing to
provide an additional 1.2 million dollars to the Policy Option Package. In the past, our
county has used grant funding to accomplish watershed noxious weed control projects on
private and public lands. This watershed improvement program is not only important to
Deschutes County, but to all the citizens of Oregon. We would encourage that ODA go
ahead with this proposal.
We would also like to congratulate you on your recent award from the Agri-Business
Council as Agriculturist of the Year.
Sincerely,
Travel Policy
Motion to rescind policy P-2004-116
Motion to approve policy F-2
Driving Policy
Motion to rescind policies P-1986-013, P-1986-022, P-1986-026, P-1990-047 and P-1993-053.
Motion to approve policy RM-1
