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REGULAR SESSION, AUGUST 24, 2026
Commissioner Bolduc opened the meeting at 10:05 a.m. Commissioner Buhler, Commissioner Eames, Mike Elliott, Prosecutor
Misseldine, County Clerk Chad Hoeft and Chief Deputy Clerk Jackie Fuqua, were present.
PUBLIC HEARING- FY2027 BUDGET
Commissioner Bolduc opened the public hearing at 10:05 a.m. Those in attendance from the public were commissioner elect
Mike Elliott and Heather Doremus. Ms. Doremus wished to have the process of approving Flock cameras explained to her and
to know if they were budgeted for the FY2027 budget. Commissioner Bolduc explained to her that the funds for the cameras
were already approved as a resolution in this fiscal year. She believes it not only takes in info on wanted vehicles but for
everyone. She worries about her community and the possible loss of liberties and potential lawsuits against the county. She
says hackers have been able to get into the system, and that it is a nationwide network. Prosecutor Misseldine stated there have
been no cameras installed yet. She is requesting a pause in the decision to have Flock cameras installed to give the Board time
to investigate them more. The Board shared with her that they have had residents in favor of the cameras as well as against
them and reiterated there has been no contract signed to date. It will be up to Sheriff Gough if he wishes to proceed with
having the cameras installed, since he is the elected official and there is no one above the county officials.
The FY2027 budget for the county was discussed.
Commissioner Bolduc closed the public hearing at 10:30 a.m. and opened the Ambulance District public hearing.
The only person from the public attending was Mike Elliott. Discussion was held.
Commissioner Bolduc closed the Ambulance District public hearing at 10:35 a.m. and reconvened the regular session.
Commissioner Eames made a motion to approve the FY2027 Ambulance District budget as submitted. Commissioner Buhler
seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Commissioner Buhler made a motion to approve the FY2027 county budget as presented. Commissioner Eames seconded the
motion. Motion carried.
DISCUSSION ON TRANSFERRING INDIGENT FUNDS
This was tabled until next week’s meeting.
UPDATE ON PANIC ALARMS
The Board asked Karl Sousa, Building & Grounds manager, to give an update on having the panic buttons installed in the
commissioner’s meeting room and the Sheriff’s back door. He reported they were ordered but we haven’t received them yet.
Shelly Bates said she has been in touch with her contact and will coordinate with them as to what all needs to be done.
MINUTES
Commissioner Buhler moved to approve August 17, 2026, minutes. Commissioner Eames seconded the motion. Motion
carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Commissioner Buhler moved to go into executive session pursuant IC§74-206(c) deliberate regarding acquisition of an interest
in real property, and allow Don Gill, Sheriff Gough and Mike Elliott to be in attendance. Commissioner Eames seconded the
motion. Roll call vote: Eames-Yes, Buhler-Yes, Bolduc-Yes. The Board recessed the executive session at 11:17 a.m.
.
Commissioner Buhler moved to authorize our legal counsel to submit a bid on the Idaho Military surplus land known as the
Gooding Readiness Center. Commissioner Eames seconded the motion. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION 2026-08-24 DONATION OF SURPLUS AMBULANCE
TO BLISS QRU
Commissioner Bolduc reopened the Ambulance District meeting at 11:20 a.m.
Commissioner Eames moved to pass resolution 2026-08-24 concerning donating the 2013 Dodge ambulance to the Bliss QRU.
Commissioner Buhler seconded the motion. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-08-24
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER AND DONATION OF A SURPLUS AMBULANCE TO THE CITY OF
BLISS, IDAHO, FOR USE BY THE BLISS QUICK RESPONSE UNIT(QRU)
WHEREAS, Gooding County, Idaho, owns the following personal property:
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One 2013 Ram 4500 Ambulance
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Vehicle Identification Number: 3C7WRLCL1DG585697
WHEREAS, the ambulance is surplus to the current needs of Gooding County and is not necessary for continued
County operations;
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners is authorized to manage County personal property under I.C. § 31-
807;
WHEREAS, I.C. § 31-808(9) authorizes a county, in its discretion and when in the County's best interest, to grant
personal property owned by the County to a political subdivision or taxing district of the State of Idaho, with or
without compensation, after adoption of a resolution determining that the grant is in the public interest;
WHEREAS, I.C. § 67-2322 authorizes one governmental unit to convey or transfer real or personal property to another
governmental unit when the transfer is in the public interest;
WHEREAS, the City of Bliss, Idaho, has requested that the ambulance be transferred to the City for assignment to and
use by the Bliss Quick Response Unit in providing emergency response and related public-safety services to residents
of the City of Bliss and surrounding areas;
WHEREAS, the Board finds that transferring the surplus ambulance to the City of Bliss for that public purpose will
promote public health and safety and is in the best interest of the citizens of Gooding County and the public; and
WHEREAS, the City of Bliss has represented that it is authorized to accept the ambulance and will be responsible for
its transportation, title and registration, insurance, maintenance, operation, and all other expenses following the
transfer accepting the ambulance as-is, where-is, without warranties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Gooding County, Idaho, as follows:
1. Surplus Declaration. The ambulance identified above is declared surplus County personal property and is
no longer necessary for County use.
2. Authorization of Transfer. The Board authorizes the donation and transfer of the ambulance to the City of
Bliss, Idaho, without monetary consideration, for assignment to and use by the Bliss Quick Response
Unit.
3. Public Interest Determination. The Board determines that the transfer is in the public interest and is
authorized under I.C. §§ 31-807, 31-808(9), and 67-2322.
4. Terms of Transfer. The ambulance shall be transferred as-is, where-is, without warranties, express or
implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The City of Bliss shall
accept the ambulance subject to its present condition.
5. Costs and Responsibility. Upon delivery or other transfer of possession, the City of Bliss shall be responsible
for all costs and obligations associated with the ambulance, including transportation, title, registration,
insurance, licensing, inspection, maintenance, repair, equipment, operation, and disposal.
6. Removal of County Identification. Before placing the ambulance into service, the City of Bliss shall remove,
or cause to be removed, all exterior and interior markings, decals, logos, lettering, insignia, and other livery
identifying Gooding County, including any Gooding County name, seal, emblem, or department
identification. The City shall bear all costs of removal and shall not place the ambulance into service until
theCounty's identification has been removed to the County's reasonable satisfaction.
7. Authorized Documents. The Chair of the Board, the County Clerk, and the County's authorized officers and
employees are authorized to execute any bill of sale, title documents, transfer documents, acceptance
documents, and other instruments reasonably necessary to effectuate this Resolution.
8. Notice and Compliance. County staff are directed to provide any notice required by Idaho Code§ 31-808(1),
as applicable, and to complete the transfer in compliance with all applicable Idaho law, County policies, and
title and registration requirements.
9. Effective Date. This Resolution is effective immediately upon adoption.
10.
ADOPTED by the Gooding County Board of Commissioners at a duly noticed meeting held on
The 24th day of August 2026.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
GOODING COUNTY, IDAHO
/s/Mark E. Bolduc_____________
Mark E. Bolduc, Commissioner
/s/Vern Eames______________
Vern Eames, Commissioner
/s/Ronald Buhler________________
Ronald Buhler, Commissioner
Commissioner Bolduc recessed the Ambulance District meeting and reconvened the regular session at 11:25 a.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Commissioner Buhler made a motion to go into executive session pursuant IC§74-206(a) personnel matters and allow Mike
Elliott to attend. Commissioner Eames seconded the motion. Roll call vote: Eames-Yes, Buhler-Yes, Bolduc-Yes. The Board
recessed the executive session at 11:30 a.m.
Commissioner Eames made a motion to re-post the Planning & Zoning Manager position for $55,000 to $65,000 depending on
experience. Commissioner Buhler seconded the motion. Motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
Commissioner Bolduc reported that Lincoln County gave $3 raises across the board since they were behind surrounding
counties.
There were no Broadband, Public Comments or Committee Meeting reports today.
Commissioner Bolduc adjourned the meeting at 11:35 a.m.
/s/Mark E. Bolduc ________________ /s/Vern Eames____________ /s/Ron Buhler______________
Mark E. Bolduc, Chairman Vern Eames, Commissioner Ronald Buhler, Commissioner
Attest: /s/ Chad Hoeft_____________
Chad Hoeft, Clerk
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