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January 24, 2019 12:30 a.m.

Legals January 24, 2019

The following is a synopsis of the official Boundary County Commissioners' minutes per Idaho Code 31-819. Detailed minutes are available for public inspection at the Auditor's Office in the Courthouse during normal working hours. Minutes of open meetings held on October 1, 2018 through October 30, 2018. Approved Motions: Designate Clint Kimball as Natl. Pollutant Discharge Elimination System, Notice of Intent, Storm Water Protection Acct contact person with authority to sign documents for Kootenai Trail Rd-Atkins Canyon Repair project; Sign: Certificates of Residency, Amendment # 1 to PAC Professional Svcs Agreement for IDL Grant #14COMP-LKRWR, Right-of-way acquisition/land purchase documents for Kootenai Trail Rd (Atkins Canyon) repair project, Idaho State Police MOA for Livescan System, CATX Environmental Assessment/Ground-Hangar Lease for James Pannell, Idaho Public Safety Communications Commission FY19 Idaho Public Safety Grant Program grant award for E911 Svcs, Request for Reimbursement #5/Invoice Summary for AIP 3-16-0004-014-2016, Comment letter to Dept. of Ecology pertaining to proposed silicon smelter in Newport Washington & request monitoring be done for one year if project goes through, Letter of intent regarding the purchase of property, IDL South Boundary Hazardous Fuels Reduction Proj. Reimbursement Request; 2018 Hazardous Fuels Treatment (HFT) Proj. Proposal for Temple Deer Dawson Proj.; Authorize IFM to submit project documents to IDL on Commissioners' behalf & to further authorize Chairman to sign documents as needed; Resolutions to: Establish fire mitigation grant revenue acct/expense budget, Establish Selkirk Coop Weed Mgmt Grant revenue acct/expense budget, Increase Rd/Bridge Budget, Amend schedule of starting wages & Increase FY17-18 Justice Fund Sheriff budget; 1 indigent matter; Dyck's Oil/Auto bid for fuel supply; Certify certain delinquent mobile home property taxes, delinquent Cabinet Mtn Water District charges, delinquent Three Mile Water District charges & delinquent Yield taxes to Real Property Roll for collection; Cancel/extend various taxes; 9/17-9/18, 9/24-9/25, 10/1-10/2, 10/8-10/9/18 minutes; Authorize Sheriff's Ofc to apply for funding through Bulletproof Vest Partnership Reimbursement program; Seek grant through Livescan System for processing finger/palm prints; Rd Naming Committee recommendations to rename Emerson Drive to Ch Road & approve private road names of Hardy Loop, Bug Lane & Cutsack Rd.; Authorize a county officer to be absent from the state for more than 20 days, as allowed per IC 31-2013, for up to 30 days. Denied Motions: 4 indigent cases. Commissioners reviewed & approved claims for end of the fiscal year. Fund totals are as follows: Current Expense ($)24,065.23, Rd/Bridge 59,183.47, Airport 12,127.12, Dist. Court 3,987.24, Justice Fund 75,343.83, 911 Funds 36,302.34, Indigent/Charity 9,574.99, Jr. College Tuition 500, Parks/Rec 6,379.27, Revaluation 6,080.63, Solid Waste 20,288.56, Tort 10,143.40, Vets Memorial 10.96, Weeds 13,472.95, Restorium 9,492.47, Snowmobile 3,000, Waterways 3,081.86, Grant, Selkirk Coop Weed Mgmt 23,150.02, Grant, Boat Safety 1,297.64. TOTAL $317,481.98. Trusts: Auditor's 2,137.76, Driver's License 5,445, Sheriff's 140, Odyssey Bond Account 3,000, Odyssey Restitution Acct 302.86, TOTAL $11,025.62. GRAND TOTAL $328,507.60. Citizens are invited to inspect detailed records on file in the Courthouse (individual claims & Commissioners' allowance & warrant register record 2017-2018). Commissioners reviewed claims for payment. Fund totals are as follows: Current Expense ($)22,152.63, Rd/Bridge 61,968.81, Airport 3,433.16, Dist. Court 1,293.06, Justice Fund 13,646.08, 911 Funds 878.71, Indigent/Charity 10,929.01, Jr. College Tuition 27,978, Parks/Rec 1,549.72, Revaluation 109.53, Solid Waste 3,380.28, Tort 644, Vets Memorial 105.23, Weeds 225.96, Restorium 15,723.49, Waterways 123.01, Grants, Fire Mitigation 6,569.57. TOTAL $170,710.25. Trusts: Boundary Co. Drug Court 33.93, Indigent Reimbursements 46,427, Motor Vehicle Acct 19, Odyssey Court Acct 21,455, Odyssey Restitution Acct 365.12. TOTAL $68,300.05. GRAND TOTAL $239,010.30. Payroll claims $628,476.15. Citizens are invited to inspect detailed records on file in the Courthouse (individual claims & Commissioners' allowance & warrant register record 2018-2019). BFH Legal 10077 January 24, 2019

November 2, 2007 9 p.m.

Vote with your head, not on name recognition

Numerous people have asked my opinion about the upcoming elections because of problems I'm having with the Boundary County officials and the lawsuits that we are pursuing.

Naples couple gives birthto county's first baby in 2009
January 8, 2009 8 p.m.

Naples couple gives birthto county's first baby in 2009

After 38 1/2 hours of labor, Danielle Rinehart delivered Boundary County’s first baby for 2009 at 1:27 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6.

July 2, 2009 9 p.m.

Organizers say fabulous Fourth is planned

Skip O’Fallon for 20 years has been the man behind Bonners Ferry’s annual Fourth of July fireworks display.

Superintendent welcomes faculty, staff back to school
September 8, 2016 1 a.m.

Superintendent welcomes faculty, staff back to school

I am honored to be standing here before you. I know I am in the company of many great people. And I know we will accomplish great thing together this year. Our task needs to remain focused and united. Our jobs are very difficult and emotionally charged; the target needs to stay simple. These targets are teaching and learning ... and keeping the needs of our students first.

Volunteers place flags on veteran graves
May 31, 2018 1 a.m.

Volunteers place flags on veteran graves

BONNERS FERRY — On Friday, May 25, people gathered at the Grandview Cemetery to volunteer their time adorning the graves of veterans with American Flags provided by the American Legion Post 55.

April 20, 2023 1 a.m.

Fox settles with Dominion

On Tuesday afternoon in a Delaware courtroom, Fox made a settlement with Dominion Voting Systems for $787 million, by which process Fox will not have to answer a lot of difficult and embarrassing questions in court about their ongoing policy of intentionally lying to the American public in support of the Trump administration.

Boundary County Excellence: Local shares experience from Legislative Page Program
July 13, 2023 1 a.m.

Boundary County Excellence: Local shares experience from Legislative Page Program

Recent Bonners Ferry High School graduate Trew Lammers got a view of the legislative session that only a few people get to see.

January 5, 2007 8 p.m.

Badger boys lose by two, win by two at Freeman

The Bonners Ferry Badger boys started out strong as they faced the Liberty High School squad of Spangle, Wash., Thursday night in the opening round of the Freeman Tournament, but Liberty clawed their way to a two point win to put the Badgers in the loser's bracket.

July 26, 2018 1 a.m.

A View of the Fair

If you’re looking to have a good time and some amazing food, then you should come on down to the fair. At our local fair there is booth for many different businesses and organizations. Our food court has everything from italian sausages to mini donuts made right in front of you. We also have many animal barns you can walk through to view our 4-H and FFA members animals. You can also walk through our exhibit hall and view all open class and 4-H project entries. So come on down to the fair and enjoy all we have to offer.

Spring brings back farmers market
May 3, 2018 1 a.m.

Spring brings back farmers market

BONNERS FERRY — On Saturday, April 28, the City parking lot was filled with vendors and buyers at the first Farmers Market of the season.

December 18, 2008 8 p.m.

Blackwell steps down from Festival

Lillie Blackwell is giving up her “full-time job,” but won’t miss the paycheck.

Snowshoe hare: It's time to change coats!
October 24, 2019 1 a.m.

Snowshoe hare: It's time to change coats!

This past weekend I had the opportunity to travel on the south face of Harvey Mountain to explore one of my favorite mountain areas. The location is north of Bonners Ferry on Highway 95 going toward Eastport; turn left at Forest Service Road 272 and travel several miles until you arrive at FSR 2481 and turn right onto Harvey Mountain. It is a comfortable ride and scenic excursion.

Sandpoint man suffers spinal injuries following skydiving accident
June 12, 2024 1 a.m.

Sandpoint man suffers spinal injuries following skydiving accident

A Sandpoint man is seeking the community’s help after breaking multiple vertebrae in his back during a Memorial Day skydiving event.

A Q&A with IDFG's Carson Watkins
August 16, 2022 1 a.m.

A Q&A with IDFG's Carson Watkins

Carson Watkins is the newly minted regional supervisor for Idaho Fish and Game in the Panhandle Region. He fills the shoes of Chip Corsi, a seasoned Regional Supervisor with a nearly 20-year tenure in the role.

Homecoming fun takes over community
October 19, 2023 1 a.m.

Homecoming fun takes over community

Another Bonners Ferry High School Homecoming is in the books, as students and community members came out in full force to support the Badgers.

Ervin Elmer Madson, 84
July 8, 2021 1 a.m.

Ervin Elmer Madson, 84

Ervin Elmer Madson passed away on June 26, 2021.

August 20, 2012 9:12 a.m.

Prosecutors want Hart bankruptcy denied

BOISE (AP) — Federal prosecutors are asking a bankruptcy judge to reject an Idaho lawmaker’s bankruptcy proposal to pay just a small fraction of the half-million he owes in back taxes because they say it’s not feasible.

Jailed man faces additional escape charge
September 21, 2023 1:05 a.m.

Jailed man faces additional escape charge

A 41-year-old man already imprisoned in the Bonner County Jail now faces an additional charge of escape after deputies allege he did not return from a medical furlough.

May 15, 2024 1 a.m.

JUNE NIBJ: Rotary donates book vending machines at Mt. Hall

The Rotary Club of Bonners Ferry donated a book vending machine to Mt. Hall Elementary School, including $600 worth of books in the beginning of May.