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Home My WebLink About2020/03/02 - Briefing BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS'BRIEFING MINUTES Mason County Commission Chambers,411 North 5th Street,Shelton,WA Week of March 2,2020 Monday,March 2,2020 9:00 A.M. Executive Session—RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)Potential Litigation Commissioners Trask,Neatherlin and Shutty met in Executive Session with Prosecuting Attorney Tim Whitehead,and Risk Manager,Nichole Wilston until 9:50 a.m. 9:50 A.M. Closed Session—RCW 42.30.140(4)Labor Discussion Commissioners Trask,Neatherlin and Shutty met in Executive Session with Frank Pinter until 9:59 a.m. 10:00 A.M. Support Services-Frank Pinter Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin were in attendance • Frank announced that two Collective bargaining Agreements were ready for approval.He asked that both be moved forward to the March 101 agenda. • Kelly Frazier asked the Board if all new fleet cars should have the Mason County Logo or another print to be marked.The board approved the current logo on all fleet vehicles. 9:40 A.M. Public Works—Loretta Swanson Utilities&Waste Management Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin were in attendance • Loretta introduced the new County Engineer,Mike Collins. • SWAC appointments—Richard Dickenson presented two applications for SWAC and asked that both be appointed at the March 10'meeting.It was noted that there are four openings and two will remain after this appointment. • Private Line Occupancy Permit—Loretta gave a brief description of the work being proposed.The Board was in favor of moving forward. • Franchise Agreement Applications-Loretta will be setting a hearing on April 7th for consideration of four water systems. 10:05 A.M. Community Services—Dave Windom Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin were in attendance • Trudy Soucoup from Homes First joined Lydia and Todd to address changing the duplex at 414-416 S.71 Street, Shelton to"Veteran Preferred"in order to find tenants.Trudy spoke of some of the issues faced by Homes First in assisting Veterans in Mason County. She noted that the number of homeless veterans is unknown,as is the amount of need.A lengthy discussion was had between Trudy and Cmmr.Neatherlin about the involvement of Tom Davis in the original decision to sign with Homes First. • Alderbrook Resort Conservancy Area Plan—Pat McCullough discussed the proposed revisions to change the current conservation easement with the County.Kell noted that the work will still require all permits and such.This conversation is just regarding the easement itself.The Board was in favor of moving forward with revisions. • Alex Paysse brought forward a renewal contract between Mason County and Hood Canal Coordinating Council.He asked to place it on the agenda for approval.No questions from the board,approval to place on the March 10,2020 agenda. • Outdoor burning regulations-Dave said the changes include extending length of the permit from one to six months,and permits will be available online.He said he would brief again in the future on the agricultural portion of the regulations. • Coronavirus-Dave handed out information to the Board regarding the newest information.He announced upcoming meetings with the schools and other local entities. Dave then announced that he is asking for a meeting on March 311 at 10:00 a.m. immediately following the Commission meeting. Cmmr.Neatherlin asked to make an informational flyer about what you can do to stay safe. o Ross McDowell said Emergency Management will be working alongside Public Health and will be working with EMS to make sure messages are unified to cut down rumors and fear. 11:00 A.M. Sheriff s Office—Sheriff Salisbury/Undersheriff Adams Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin were in attendance • Undersheriff Travis Adams said they wanted to brief the Board regarding short and long- term onbterm goals.Travis clarified that he would mainly be focusing on a three-year projection. • Undersheriff Adams stated that the North End precinct needs full time staffing because volunteers have been mostly running that area,but they are now stepping down,so finding replacements is difficult. • Sheryl spoke about how jobs were split after budget cuts in 2018,meaning many people are still doing items outside their description.After speaking about a workplace analysis, she asked to hire a clerical person,step 1,which would cost around$64,000. • Travis said more support staff would be nice to cover walk-in citizens and phones.He also voiced the need for an additional person in Evidence,while noting that a CSO could also assist with either position. • The difficulty in hiring corrections officers was talked about. Chief Hanson said there are three vacancies at this time, four people out due to injury,and one person retiring at the end of the month.After pushing the jobs out and trying to attract candidates,only two people have applied.Discussion was had on ideas to attract people to work for Mason County. • Chief Hanson then talked about the possibility of creating an inmate program to work with dogs. Sheriff Salisbury pointed out the positives of inmate programs such as this. • Drugs and weapons getting into the jail were discussed. Chief Hanson spoke about the types of searches allowed on inmates,noting that items hidden internally or swallowed are not always found.He spoke of the need for a body scanner,which could see non- organic matter in bodies.A fully installed scanner is close to$200,000. • Undersheriff Adams said they are looking into the possibility of adding a second floor within the Sheriff's office where the gym sits. • A discussion was had about how to move forward with the current jail and facilities should a new jail project fail.April 13-17 week one April 27-may 1 week 2 Commissioner Discussion—No discussion. Tuesday,March 3,2020 10:25 A.M COVID-19 Department Head/Elected Official meeting Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin were in attendance • Dave Windom announced incident command at Public Health with daily briefings. Currently,there have been six deaths and 18 confirmed cases in King and Snohomish Counties. Public Health is also working with Emergency Management and Emergency Services throughout the County. COVID-19 currently mimics other flu symptoms,and can cause pneumonia in some people. o It is recommended to contact your physician before you go in,to prevent the spread within'medial offices and Emergency Rooms. o 80%of the population won't be affected.The elderly and those with respiratory diseases will be most at risk.The current death rate is two per one thousand people. • Three handouts were given to those in attendance regarding care and prevention of the virus. • Kelly Frazier,Facilities Manager,spoke about precautionary cleaning that will be done by the contracted janitorial staff.He said that obtaining more cleaning supplies and masks is difficult and he is trying to buy items as they become available.A bottle of special cleaner will be delivered to each department along with paper towels.It was emphasized to use paper towels instead of rags in order to dispose of infected items. • Cmmr.Neatherlin encouraged staff to allow employees time off as needed and to be responsible for high traffic areas used by the public. " Respectfully submitted, Melissa Drewry,Clerk of the Board BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS "e, 11�A Sharon Trask Rad N atherlin Kevin Shutty Chair Commissioner Commissio er