Madison County | minutes | meeting 2026-03-09 | Regular Meeting source: https://www.madisoncountyid.gov/Document center/Meeting Minutes/2026/March 9, 2026ab.pdf?t=202605081919080 1 | P a g e 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 • Cities with populations over 20,000 will be required to divide council seats into districts. 2. Short-Term Rentals • Short-term rentals are currently being discussed in Boise at the legislative level. 3. Housing • Affordable housing continues to be a major topic of discussion. 4. Liability for Public Officials • 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 2 | P a g e 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. 3 | P a g e 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: • Community prevention events • The average number and duration of emergency calls • Employee scheduling and staffing • Professional certifications and training opportunities that benefit both employees and the community • 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. 4 | P a g e 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