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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018/08/27 - Briefing BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS'BRIEFING MESUTES Mason County Commission Chambers,411 North 5th Street,Shelton,WA Week of August 27,2018 9:00 A.M. Support Services—Frank Pinter Commissioners Neatherlin,Shutty and Drexler were in attendance • Shelton Chamber of Commerce State of the Community-Cmmr.Drexler said she is not available on September 20*adding that the Chair usually attends as the representative. Cmmr.Neatherlin said he would attend. • Boating regulations-No evidence of a scrivener's error was found.Cmmr.Neatherlin asked if a hearing should be held noting that these regulations are difficult to enforce in some areas.Cmmr.Drexler said she would be willing to hold a hearing since the code is being interpreted differently by the sheriffs office. • Jennifer Beierle read through requests for Supplemental Appropriations and Budget Transfers. She noted she would be striking the$5,314 from Historical Preservation fund 116.A discussion was had about the litter crew and the amount budgeted for the program.Cmmr.Neatherlin noted he is in favor of the program,but would like financial conversations for this discussed during budget instead of during the year. o Cmmr.Drexler noted she would like to see each department come together for a round table discussion about allocated funds.Cmmr.Neatherlin questioned if this would be a special briefing to which she answered yes.Judge Monty Cobb spoke about the State Auditor's Office and reporting requirements. o Cmmr.Neatherlin is in support of some of the transfers including those for the Auditor's office. o Cmmr.Drexler would like to brief with the Sheriff regarding the litter program. o A public hearing will be scheduled. • Dawn presented a resignation and Release and Hold Harmless Agreement in the amount of$11,742.60 from Weston Sharer. This will be placed on the agenda. • Ross presented an agreement for water services for Sandhill Park from North Mason School District. There is no charge for the water and the School can use the fields at charge. 9:45 A.M. Community Services—Dave Windom Commissioners Neatherlin, Shutty and Drexler were in attendance • Lydia presented a request to reclassify Abe Gardner from a Community Health Program Assistant to Program Coordinator. It has been determined that according to the CBA it's a promotional opportunity and should be posted within the labor union. Lydia stated there are two additional revenues and the Program Coordinator position will be temporary,for two years(term of funding). This will be placed on the Action Agenda. • The Prescription Drug Overdose grant has been increased by$25,000 and the request is to increase the part-time staff to full-time and will be for one year(term of funding). This will need a budget supplement. • The Housing and Behavioral Health Board had its first meeting. There are two applications from Commissioner District 3 and the Commissioners would like to interview Randy Olson. • Met with Mason Matters;ABC will be getting paid. • Dave provided an update on a solid waste violation at Cherry Park. 10:15 A.M. The Commissioners took a break until 10:30 a.m. 10:30 A.M. Public Works—Bart Stepp Utilities&Waste Management Commissioners Neatherlin,Shutty and Drexler were in attendance Board of Mason County Commissioners' Briefing Meeting Minutes August 27,2018 • Request to close the Eells Hill Transfer Station on September 8 and 1/2 day closure on Monday,September 10 to accommodate improvements made at the Station was approved and a news release will be issued. • Title VI Non-Discrimination Agreement will be placed on the agenda. • Approved to surplus a 2007 Volvo Loader and 1994 Cat Grader that have been replaced. • Cmmr. Shutty asked staff to follow up on a speed study and working with the Port of Hoodsport for DOT funding. • Cmmr.Drexler asked staff for information on what type of litter is being collected for the litter grant. Is it volume or weight. Commissioner Discussion— • Cmmr.Drexler gave the NACO membership bill to Frank Pinter for the 2019 budget. • Cmmr.Neatherlin asked Cmmr.Drexler is there other changes she wants to consider at the public hearing for placement of buoys in the motorboat regulations. Cmmr. Neatherlin suggested changing the language to include community associations placing the buoys. Cmmr.Drexler stated what could be considered are distance,speed,and water skiing. She would prefer to strike the language under special restrictions so individual lakes could make their own unique regulations. Chiefs Dracobly and Spurling joined the conversation. Other ideas would be to classify lakes by size or allow only certain size boats. 11:00 A.M. United Angels Volunteer Group-Jo Ridlon Commissioners Neatherlin,Shutty and Drexler were in attendance. Chiefs Dracobly and Spurling were also in attendance. • Jo Ridlon,United Angels Volunteer Group,wants to know what type of contract they would need to provide volunteer services which include providing funds for animals in need such as veterinary care and food. This would not be for animal control.She has met with Sheriff Salisbury and Chief Dracobly to discuss their services and was referred to the Commissioners for a contract. United Angels is a 501C3. Cmmr.Neatherlin suggested she provide a list of services they can provide to the Sheriff but he doesn't know if a contract is necessary. There was a discussion of how this could work. Cmmr. Neatherlin suggested some type of release document be created and he will ask for legal review. She was referred to Pasado for a sample document. Cmmr. Shutty questioned the Commissioners'involvement in this process. Sheila Christiansen, Sunrise Equine Rescue,joined the briefing at 11:30 a.m. Briefing adjourned at 11:35 am. Respectfully submitted, Diane Zoren,Administrative Services Manager BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS dy Neatherlin ATei Drexler Kevin Shutty Chair Commissioner Commissions