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Abbreviated Minutes: Complete Set of Minutes Are on File in The Clerk’s Office
Madison County
Commissioner Meeting Minutes
March 9, 2026
Attendees:
Todd Smith, Commissioner Chairman
Brent Mendenhall, Commissioner
Dustin Parkinson, Commissioner
Troy Evans, Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
Kim Muir, County Clerk
Karen Daniels, Deputy Clerk
ACTION ITEMS
This meeting was streamed electronically.
Pledge of Allegiance: By all
Invocation: Commissioner Parkinson
Calendar Discussion:
Next Commission Meeting, March 23, and April 13, 2026
Schedule of Commissioners:
Farmer/Merchant Banquet, March 26, 2026
Candidate Forum, March 26, 2026
Commissioner Mendenhall-Legislative Update
1. City Governance
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Cities with populations over 20,000 will be required to divide council seats into districts.
2. Short-Term Rentals
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Short-term rentals are currently being discussed in Boise at the legislative level.
3. Housing
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Affordable housing continues to be a major topic of discussion.
4. Liability for Public Officials
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Proposed legislation would allow any public employee or elected official to be sued for up
to $50,000.
Discussion Items:
Youth Preparedness Camp funding:
After review and discussion, Commissioner Mendenhall made a motion to contribute $1000.00 to
the youth preparedness camp. Commissioner Parkinson seconded and voting was unanimous. The
motion passed. Commissioner Mendenhall would like to include this is for the C.E.R.T. Youth
Preparedness Camp amended 3/23/26
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Hibbard bike path and road study discussion:
Commissioner Parkinson reported on feedback received during a recent open house for the
proposed Hibbard bike path. While residents generally supported the bike path, they raised
concerns about the lack of traffic control measures along the path and potential issues with snow
removal, specifically snow being plowed onto sidewalks instead of the bike path.
To help move the project forward with minimal opposition, Commissioner Parkinson has been
engaging directly with citizens to address their concerns. As part of the next steps, a road study
will be conducted for the bike path between McJon Lane and 3000 W to better evaluate traffic and
safety considerations. The school controls the traffic signs to raise and lower the speed limit in the
school zone.
After review and discussion, Commissioner Parkinson made a motion to approve a road study by
HMH, LLC in the amount of $25,000. Commissioner Mendenhall seconded and voting was
unanimous. The motion passed.
Re-Appoint Hospital Board members: Redge Allen and Maurie Barton:
After review and discussion, Commissioner Mendenhall made a motion to appoint Hospital Board
members Redge Allen and Maurie Barton for a period of three years. Commissioner Parkinson
seconded and voting was unanimous. The motion passed.
Contracts/Documents: Action Items
After review and discussion, Commissioner Mendenhall made a motion to approve the MOA with
Bannock County for District 6 Juvenile Detention. Commissioner Parkinson seconded and voting
was unanimous. The motion passed.
After review and discussion, Commissioner Parkinson made a motion to approve the
Lease Agreement for DMV/Driver’s License with 510 S LLC. Commissioner Mendenhall
seconded and voting was unanimous. The motion passed.
Routine Matters:
After review and discussion, Commissioner Parkinson made a motion to approve the claims
presented by the Clerk in the amount of $435,018.65. Commissioner Mendenhall seconded and
voting was unanimous. The motion passed.
After review and discussion, Commissioner Mendenhall made a motion to approve the
Commission meeting minutes for February 19 and February 23, 2026. Commissioner Parkinson
seconded and voting was unanimous. The motion passed.
No Personnel Actions.
No Certificates of Residency.
Public Comment: No one present to comment.
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Cory Child/Troyce Miskin, Fire/Ambulance update
Chief Child and Deputy Chief Miskin presented an update on the Fire and Ambulance
Departments. Their report included information on:
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Community prevention events
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The average number and duration of emergency calls
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Employee scheduling and staffing
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Professional certifications and training opportunities that benefit both employees and the
community
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Educational classes and accredited programs offered through the department
They highlighted that their department operates the largest paramedic program in the state and is
one of only 19 fire departments in the United States offering accredited programs. The department
is also exploring opportunities to expand these programs in the future.
Christine Stoll, Quarterly update
Christine and the Commissioners discussed the possibility of conducting an economic impact
study for the new Fairgrounds. They believe the study would help demonstrate the financial and
community benefits of the project and provide valuable information for the public.
Cameron Stanford, Grant approval for Sheriff’s Office Boat Bay
Cameron presented the bids that came in for the boat bay. There was discussion about putting the
project out for bid again.
After review and discussion, Commissioner Mendenhall made a motion to reject submitted bids
for the Sheriff’s office boat bay. Commissioner Parkinson seconded and voting was unanimous.
The motion passed.
Review and sign: BLM Grant Approval
After review and discussion, Commissioner Parkinson made a motion to approve the BLM Grant.
Commissioner Mendenhall seconded and voting was unanimous. The motion passed.
Robert Kohler, Emergency Management Quarterly Report
Robert reported on an LEPC (Local Emergency Planning Committee) tabletop exercise he did this
year on measles as well as some grants that he manages. Some upcoming projects include a
hospital surge capacity plan and a full-scale active shooter exercise on the BYU-Idaho campus.
Jason Wilburn, Discussion regarding credit cards
There was a discussion about switching the County’s credit card provider to a company that would
be more compatible with the County’s upcoming software system change.
After review and discussion, Commissioner Mendenhall made a motion to approve the credit card
change based on any possible contract violations. Commissioner Parkinson seconded and voting
was unanimous. The motion passed.
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Executive Session: Commissioner Smith made a motion to go into Executive Session at 11:19
a.m. Idaho Code § 74-206(1) (b) employee matters, (d) exempt records, Ann Marie Sorensen,
Indigent Clerk. A roll call was taken as follows: Commissioner Smith-yes, Commissioner
Mendenhall-yes, Commissioner Parkinson-yes. The motion passed. Commissioner Smith returned
to open session at 1:35 p.m.
After review and discussion, Commissioner Mendenhall made a motion to sign approvals for Case
No. N2026003. Commissioner Parkinson seconded and voting was unanimous. The motion
passed.
Commissioner Mendenhall made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 1:35 p.m. Commissioner
Parkinson seconded and voting was unanimous. The motion passed.
Approved:
Todd Smith, Chairman
Brent Mendenhall
Dustin Parkinson
Attest:
Kim Muir
County Clerk
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