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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-09-15 Work Session Minutes 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 MINUTES OF WORK SESSION DESCHUTES COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 ___________________________ Present were Commissioners Dennis R. Luke, Michael M. Daly and Tammy Melton. Also present were Dave Inbody, Assistant to the Administrator; Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator; Susan Ross, Property and Facilities; Hillary Borrud of The Bulletin; and one other citizen. Chair Luke opened the meeting at 1:30 p.m. 1. Update from County Administrator: ƒ OLCC Permit Review – Dave Kanner said that the OLCC doesn’t care if approval comes from the Commissioners direct or is delegated. The OLCC has a form that can be used to obtain approvals from the various departments as needed. ƒ City Club of Central Oregon – Mr. Kanner stated that the County could join at a discounted rate, and can have five voting members. Commissioner Melton said that this is an educational forum. Mr. Kanner stated that other County employees can attend, and it is a public affairs organization that raises and discusses issues, and is not primarily focused on fundraising. It is worthwhile to participate. The consensus was to join. ƒ Spay/Neuter Licensing/Donation Program – Mr. Kanner said that this involves the voluntary donation to dog licensing line to be used for spay/neuter services. So far there is just under $2,000 accumulated. Commissioner Luke suggested that this amount be matched. An RFP with a narrow scope will be sent out to organizations that might fit the criteria. ƒ Tumalo Area Traffic Issues. Mr. Kanner stated that a lot of input has been received regarding Tumalo traffic issues. The County and ODOT have provided a lot of traffic calming and signage, and the speed limit into the area has been lowered. Minutes of Administrative Work Session Monday, September 15, 2008 Page 1 of 3 Pages Minutes of Administrative Work Session Monday, September 15, 2008 Page 2 of 3 Pages 2. Economic Development Grant Fund Requests: ƒ Soroptimist International of Bend – Head Start Pajama Project – Commissioners Luke and Melton each granted $800. ƒ Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council – Local Food Project – Commissioner Melton granted $500. ƒ Beat Experimental Art Theatre – A Christmas Carol – Howard Scher gave an overview of the work that is being done, which involves workshops and young people. This will be their third year doing similar shows. He said the cost to students is relatively low, and much of the advertising and other expenses are donated. Most of the participants are economically challenged. Commissioner Melton granted $1,000; Commissioner Luke granted $500. ƒ High Desert Museum – Oregon’s Forests – Joe Stutler is to be asked as to whether there is other grant funding available for this. 3. Update of Commissioners’ Meetings and Schedules: ƒ Commissioner Daly stated that he probably wouldn’t go to Lakeview for the AOC conference. ƒ Commissioner Melton will be attending the Pacific School program on a scholarship during early October. 4. Other Items: ƒ The Board agreed to sign a letter of support regarding the nomination of Deschutes County Seniors Team for the Oregon Mental Health Award of Excellence. ƒ Mr. Kanner stated that he probably wouldn’t have any kind of update on the Humane Society of Redmond situation yet. Legal Counsel has indicated this should be done in executive session due to potential litigation. At 2:30 p.m., the Board went into executive session. ƒ Executive Session, called under ORS 192.660(2)(e), real estate negotiations. ƒ Executive Session, called under ORS 192.660(2)(i), employment related performance review. Being no further discussion, the meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.