Bingham County | minutes | meeting 2026-02-01 | February 2026 Commission Minutes source: https://www.binghamid.gov/media/Departments/Commissioners/Minutes/february-2026-commission-minutes.pdf STATE OF IDAHO i+) :ss. Monday, February 2, 2026 County of Bingham —) THE BOARD OF BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MET IN REGULAR SESSION. The following matters were considered: PRESENT: Chairman Manwaring Commissioner Jackson Commissioner Jensen Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk STAFF MEETING Present: Pamela Eckhardt- County Clerk Donavan Harrington- County Assessor Debbie Cunningham- Chief Deputy Assessor Rebecca Goodwin- Certified Appraiser Dusty Whited- Public Works Director Troy Lenhart- Road & Bridge Supervisor Jimmy Roberts- County Coroner Flint Christensen- Chief Deputy Coroner Scott Reese- Emergency Services/Parks & Recreation Sheri Landon- Magistrate/District Court Marielle Pratt- District Court Laraine Pope- Human Resources Jason Marlow- Building Maintenance Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Shawn Hill- Probation Department Cody Lewis- Treatment Court Ollie Wimbish- Chief Deputy Prosecutor Jeff Gardner- Sheriff Tanna Beai- County Treasurer Carmen Willmore- Extension Office Megan Kearsley- Elections Excused: Laura Lora- Payroll Ryan Jolley- Prosecutor Matt Galloway- IT Director Gordon Croft- Blackfoot Chief of Police The Commissioners met with department heads and Elected Officials for the February 2026 Staff Meeting. Commissioner Jackson conducted the Staff Meeting. Pledge of Allegiance: Commissioner Jackson conducted. Approval of Minutes for Staff Meeting held in January 2026: There were no changes to be made and the minutes for Staff Meeting held in January 2026 were approved as written. Special Presentation: Laraine Pope gave a presentation on workplace civility. Safety Concerns: None. Employee Years of Service Recognition: Donavan Harrington recognized Rebecca “Becca” Goodwin for five (5) years of service to Bingham County. Mr. Harrington stated that Becca started in the Deeds 1 Department, then moved to data entry and is now a Certified Appraiser. Becca is a go-to when it comes to needing extra help at the front counter with the public and would like to congratulate Becca on her five (5) years with the county. Becca Goodwin: Stated time flies when you are having fun and it is great to be a part of such a great team. Sheriff Gardner recognized Kortny Bosh for five (5) years of service to Bingham County. Sheriff Gardner stated that Kortny came as a Certified Deputy from Bannock County and works on the Courts team, front door security and is a great asset to Bingham County. Sheriff Gardner recognized Erin Hidalgo and Katie Flores for thirty (30) years of service to Bingham County and it is a testament having them in this position for so long while raising a family, working holidays and working shift work. Sheriff stated that Erin Hidalgo has been the Dispatch Supervisor for twenty (20) years and plays an instrumental part in large projects being finished. The last four (4) years, she was given full range and supervision of the entire division, wherein before she would report to a Supervisor but now runs the entire division while maintaining and filling a position on the floor. Sheriff Gardner stated that Katie Flores is the Dispatch Lead and shift supervisor when Erin Hidalgo is unavailable. Katie does everything with ILETS and NCIC. They are both a huge asset to Bingham County. Sheri Landon recognized Marielle Pratt for twenty (20) years of service to Bingham County and stated that Marielle works in District Court specifically for Judge Simpson handling all felony cases. Ms. Landon stated that Marielle is the lead Clerk when she is not available, she is a leader, trainer and has been a good mentor to other clerks. Ms. Landon stated that Marielle handles a large workload, is detail oriented and the amount of work that she has put out over the years is amazing. Marielle Pratt stated that the county has been great to work for, she has a great team in District Court and she enjoys her job. Chairman Manwaring: Stated that vacant positions are being filled and it has been great to see many of the Offices become fully staffed. Chairman Manwaring stated that the county owned home behind the Commissioners Office will be demolished and the area will be used for additional parking. The other county owned home will remain in place as the Sheriffs Office and Fire Department use it for training purposes. Commissioner Jackson: Stated that he attended iAC Conference in Boise last week, was able to meet with Legislators and it is always nice to catch up with all of the other counties throughout the state. Commissioner Jensen: Stated that he also attended IAC Conference in Boise last week and he would like to thank all department heads and Elected Officials for running their departments like they do and making the county a positive place of employment. Clerk Eckhardt: Stated when looking at the monthly reports for each department, last month there were a few line items that were over budget. She had checked with the department head where this had occurred and payment had been made out of the incorrect line item. Therefore, please double check to be sure that payments are being made out of the correct line item. Lastly, if there are any W-2 errors, please get in touch with Laura Lora. Donavan Harrington: Stated that he appreciates the opportunity to attend the IAC Conference as well and be able to work with the Legislators. Mr. Harrington stated that he appreciates the working relationship that ail of the Elected Officials have and being able to work together and share thoughts. Dusty Whited: Provided an update on recently installed flashing stop signs, which were paid for by grant award. There have been 35 of them instalied at high accident locations that were determined by an engineer within the County Transportation Plan. Commission Jensen stated that he would like to thank Road and Bridge for their work in these installations within the North part of the county and that he has received a lot of positive feedback. Jimmy Roberts: Stated that he also attended the IAC Conference in Boise last week and would like to commend Commissioner Jackson for providing the Invocation. Mr. Roberts stated the individual who was to offer the invocation was unable to be located and Commissioner Jackson volunteered to do so in front of a large group of people. Mr. Roberts added that he would like to express his appreciation for all of the other Elected Officials and how well everyone can work together. Scott Reese: Stated that there was an Emergency Preparedness Symposium on January 24", which had a good turnout. Sheri Landon: Stated that Judge Thompson, who was the traveling judge from Jefferson County to assist with caseload, retired in December and Judge Daniel Clark has replaced him. Laraine Pope: Stated that the Annual Benefits Fair will be held February 10" in Courtroom 3, from 7:30 a.m., to 12:00 p.m. All employees need to go in order to sign paperwork. Jason Marlow: Had no updates at this time. Tiffany Olsen: Stated that Planning & Development has hired a new Planner, Kennedy Lott and a new Permit Technician, Tara Erickson, along with Mike Marvin, a part time Code Enforcement Officer. A brief discussion was held in regards to the monthly rotation of phone coverage and Chairman Manwaring stated it would be beneficial to hold a conversation with Matt Galloway due to the inconvenience. Clerk Eckhardt stated with the new telephone system, she is not sure that the rotation between departments is needed as the call should be routed to the proper department. Lindsey Gluch, Commission Clerk, informed all attendees that currently when they call anywhere outside of the courthouse/county telephone system, the number shows as 208-785-8040. Ms. Gluch stated it is possible to change to show the exact extension to the outside individual but it needs to be requested through the IT Department. This will make it easier for anyone who may receive a missed call from the Courthouse and that they will know which department has contacted them. Shawn Hill: Stated that Probation has hired a Misdemeanor Probation Officer, Tyler Randall. Cody Lewis: Stated that Felony Treatment Court Graduation will be held on February 24" at 4:00 p.m., and Misdemeanor Treatment Court Graduation will be held on February 26" at 4:00 p.m. Ollie Wimbish: Had no updates at this time. Jeff Gardner: Stated that the Sheriffs Office is doing well at filling its vacant positions. Tanna Beal: Stated that she aiso attended IAC Conference in Boise and the prevailing message was revenue shortages and that the Governor had asked for a 3% cutback. Ms. Beal stated in leaving the meetings, it was stated that the governor had asked for a 2% cutback on top of that original 3%. Ms. Beal stated that ARPA Funding is now gone and the county is starting to see the effects of that. Clerk Eckhardt stated that TECM Funding would be cut and currentiy the Governor budgeted $0.00. The funding could come back but each county should not plan on the funding. Clerk Eckhardt stated that sales tax is another that may be cut. Carmen Willmore: Stated that the Family Consumer Science position has been filled by Abby May and she is doing a great job. Beef weigh in is in March, swine weigh in is in April and sheep/goat weigh in will be in May. Megan Kearsley: Stated that candidate filing is coming up, packets will be disbursed the end of February and will need to be filed by March 13. Commissioner Jackson stated next Staff Meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 2, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. Nothing further. PROBATION DEPARTMENT UPDATE Present: Shawn Hill- Probation Director The Board met with Shawn Hill fo discuss updates within the Probation Department. DISCUSSION & DECISION REGARDING CONTRACT WITH TENEX FOR E-POLL BOOK LICENSING- REQUESTED BY MEGAN KEARSLEY Present: Megan Kearsley- Elections Director Pamela Eckhardt- County Clerk The Board met to hold discussion & decision regarding a contract with Tenex for E-Poll Book Licensing. Ms. Kearsley explained the only thing that has changed within the contract is the cost from $135 per license to $150 per license. The Board had no concerns. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve and sign the contract renewal with Tenex for E- Poll Book Licensing, as presented. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. BUILDING MAINTENANCE Present: Jason Marlow- Facilities Manager The Board met with Jason Marlow to discuss updates within the Building Maintenance, along with other agenda items. Discussion was held in regards to the prior approval for purchase of a water softener for the new jail, as this was an item not included in the jail expansion plan. Said purchase is in the amount of $7,250.00 and is to be paid from Fund: 50-00-559-00. Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign the prior approval for purchase of a water softener for the new jail, as this was an item not included in the jail expansion plan. Said purchase is in the amount of $7,250.00 and is to be paid from Fund: 50-00-559-00. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Next, discussion was held in regards to the prior approval for purchase of a contract for water treatment at the courthouse. Mr. Marlow stated that the current water treatment company is Chem Search and the monthly rate is currently $844.38. Mr. Marlow stated that he has received a quote from Water Tech who will conduct the same contract services for $386.97, which is a savings of $457.41 per month. The Board had no concerns in regards to switching the contract to Water Tech. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve switching to Water Tech for the contract service amount of $386.97 per month, wherein said purchase would be paid from Fund:01-10-494-00. Commissioner Jackson seconded. Ali voted in favor. The motion carried. DISCUSSION & DECISION REGARDING CONTRACT WITH CAMPSPOT FOR SPORTSMANS PARK FOR ONLINE BOOKING AND RESERVATIONS- REQUESTED BY SCOTT REESE Present: Scott Reese- Parks & Recreation Leigh Ann Davis- Parks & Recreation Kirk Wahlen- Sportsmans Park Zoom: Chad Becker- Campspot The Board met to hold a discussion and make a decision in regard to the proposed contract with Campspot for Sportsmans Park for online booking and reservations. Mr. Wahlen explained that the Campspot program will assist with maintaining camping reservations and will allow individuals to get online and schedule their reservation. This will be at no cost to the county and Legal Counsel has reviewed the proposed contract with no concerns. Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign the contract with Campspot for Sportsmans Park for online booking and reservations. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 4, 2026 “PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk STATE OF IDAHO ) : SS. Wednesday, February 4, 2026 County of Bingham __) THE BOARD OF BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MET IN REGULAR SESSION. The following matters were considered: PRESENT: Chairman Manwaring Commissioner Jensen Commissioner Jackson Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk CASH WARRANTS Cash Warrants were approved in the amount of $30.38, $150.00, $254.00 and $3,000.00, for a total of $3,434.38. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve Cash Warrants, Claims, Administrative Documents and Personnel Action Forms. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. DISCUSSION & DECISION REGARDING DONATION TO THE SOUTH BINGHAM SOIL CONSERVATION The Board met to hold discussion and decision regarding a donation to the South Bingham Soil Conservation. Said donation is contributed in the amount of $3,000.00 per year. The Board had no concerns regarding the submitted request. Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the donation to the South Bingham Soil Conservation in the amount of $3,000.00. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. ORDINANCE 2026-07 The Board met to approve and sign Bingham County Ordinance 2026-07, an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan Designation from “A” Agriculture to “R/A” Residential/Agriculture, submitted by Duane & Joy Day. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve and sign Bingham County Ordinance 2026-07, an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan Designation from “A” Agriculture to “R/A” Residential/Agriculture, submitted by Duane & Joy Day. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried and said ordinance was approved and recorded as follows: Instrument # 777504 BINGHAM COUNTY 2-4-2026 99:03:19 AM No. of Pages: 1 Recorded for: BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PAMELA W, ECKHARDT Fee: 0.06 BINGHAM COUNTY F*OeloRecerdr Depany__ "QALY? ORDINANCE 2026-07 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DESIGNATION FROM “A" AGRICULTURE TO “R/A” RESIDENTIAL/AGRICULTURE, SUBMITTED BY DUANE & JOY DAY BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of Bingham County, Idaho, as follows: Part of the NW1/4 of Section 3, Township 3 South, Range 36 East 8.M., Bingham County, idaho described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section 3; Thence along North line of said Section, $ 89°25'21" E 1105,27 feet to a tie line; Thence, S$ 00°34'39" W 809.04 feet to the North corner of Deed Inst. No, 536889, point being the Point of Beginning; Thence, S 58° 21' 55" E 826.40 feet; Thence, N 89° 36' 10" W 1017.40 feet; Thence N 36° 20’ 51" E 529.40 feet to the Point of Beginning. Parcel contains 5.00 acres more or less Section 2: This Ordinance shall become effective upon its publication in the manner required by law. Passed and Approved by the Board of County Commissioners, County of Bingham, State of Idaho, at a Public Hearing hald on the 7" day of January, 2026. Slgned this 4" : gne 3 4" day of February 2026 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BINGHAM COUNTY, IDAHO ‘Pamela Eckhardt Bingham County Clerk rew Jensen/ Commissioner Bingham County Ordinance 2026-07 Page 1 of 1 Camp Plan Designation Duane & Joy Day Y445 OU SHERIFFS OFFICE Present: Jeff Gardner- Sheriff Troy Lenhart- Road & Bridge Supervisor The Board met with Sheriff Gardner to discuss updates within the Sheriffs Office. PUBLIC WORKS Present: Dusty Whited- Public Works Director Troy Lenhart- Road & Bridge Supervisor The Board met with Dusty Whited to discuss updates within the Public Works department, along with other agenda items. Discussion was held in regard to the Right-of-Way Agreement, Warranty Deed & Title for easement for the bridge on Pioneer Rd., over the Danskin Canal. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve and sign the Right-of-Way Agreement, Warranty Deed and Title for easement for the bridge project on Pioneer Rd., over the Danskin Canal. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Discussion was held in regard to the submitted prior approval for purchase of Road & Bridge tires. Said purchase is in the amount of $6,745.00, which is to be paid from Fund: 02-47-473-01. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the submitted prior approval for purchase of Road & Bridge tires. Said purchase is in the amount of $6,745.00, which is to be paid from Fund: 02-47-473-01. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Discussion was held in regard to the request to pay VSS for micro-sealing for the City of Shelley, to be reimbursed at a later date. Said contract is in the amount of $10,891.59, for 1400 N. Country Club Road. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve payment to VSS for micro-sealing for the City of Shelley, to be reimbursed at a later date. Commissioner Jensen added that there will be a signed agreement with the City of Shelley in regard to the reimbursement. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Discussion was held in regard to the submitted prior approval for purchase of a fire alarm panel for the Public Works Shop. Said purchase is in the amount of $1,933.51, which is to be paid from Fund: 02-47- 445-06. Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the submitted prior approval for purchase of a fire alarm panel for the Public Works Shop. Said purchase is in the amount of $1,933.51, which is to be paid from Fund: 02-47-445-06. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Discussion was held in regards to approval and signing of documentation regarding the completion of right- of-way activities for the Ferry Butte Bridge Rehab Project. Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign the documentation regarding the completion of right-of-way activities for the Ferry Butte Bridge Rehab Project. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Discussion was held in regards to the submitted prior approval for purchase of 160’ or culvert @ $29.00 per foot, 4 bands @ $57.00 each. Said total purchase is in the amount of $41868.00, which is to be paid from Fund: 02-40-645-00. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of 160’ or culvert @ $29.00 per foot, 4 bands @ $57.00 each. Said total purchase is in the amount of $41868.00, which is to be paid from Fund: 02-40-645-00. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Discussion was held in regard to approval and signing of temporary easements for the bridge on Baseline Road over Little Sand Creek. Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign the temporary easements for the bridge on Baseline Road over Little Sand Creek, as presented. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. Discussion was held in regards to the Solid Waste Credit Application for D&K Drywall, LLC. Said Credit Application is for the amount of $200.00 per month. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve and sign the Solid Waste Credit Application for D&K Drywall, LLC, in the amount of $200.00 per month. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. HUMAN RESOURCES Present: Laraine Pope- Human Resources Director The Board met with Laraine Pope to receive updates within the Human Resources Department. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Board met to hold an Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(a)&(b), to consider personnel matters. Commissioner Jensen moved to go into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74- 206(1)(a)&(b), to consider personnel matters. Commissioner Jackson seconded. Both in favor. The Board moved into Executive Session at 10:45 a.m. Commissioner Jensen moved to go out of Executive Session. Commissioner Jackson seconded. The Board moved out of Executive Session at 10:59 a.m. Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the proposed offer of the Solid Waste position at PW1, Step 2. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. IT DEPARTMENT Present: Matt Galloway- IT Director The Board met with Matt Galloway to discuss updates within the IT Department, along with other agenda items. Discussion was held in regard to the submitted prior approval for major purchase of RunZero SaaS for network vulnerability scanning. Said purchase is in the amount of $14,250.00, which is to be paid from Fund: 01-14-524-00. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of RunZero SaaS for network vulnerability scanning. Said purchase is in the amount of $14,250.00, which is to be paid from Fund: 01-14-524-00. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT Present: Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Director The Board met with Tiffany Olsen to discuss updates within the Planning & Development Division. THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL FRIDAY FEBRUARY 6, 2026 PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk----------------------------------------4-------------nnnnnnnnnen STATE OF IDAHO ) > SS. Friday, February 6, 2026 County of Bingham —) THE BOARD OF BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MET IN REGULAR SESSION. The following matters were considered: PRESENT: Chairman Manwaring Commissioner Jensen Commissioner Jackson Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk CASH WARRANTS Cash Warrants were approved in the amount of $51,313.46. CLAIMS Claims were approved in the amount of $467,250.70. PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS The Board approved Personnel Action Forms, which were as follows: New Employee Status Sheet: Building Maintenance Specialist Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve Cash Warrants, Claims, Administrative Documents and Personnel Action Forms. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 2025 COMMISSION MINUTES The Board met to approve Commission Minutes for December 2025. Chairman Manwaring confirmed with Commissioner Jackson and Commissioner Jensen that if they had any changes, those had been made. There were no changes to be made. Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign Commission Minutes for December 2025, as written. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. 10 APPROVAL OF ALCOHOL BEVERAGE CATERING PERMIT FOR LORA’S INVESTMENTS DBA COLONIAL INN, FOR AN EVENT TO BE HELD FEBRUARY 14, 2026 The Board met to approve the Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Lora’s Investments DBA Colonial Inn, for an event to be held on February 14, 2026. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve and sign the Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit for Lora’s Investments DBA Colonial Inn, for an event to be held February 14, 2026. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. TAX INQUIRY FORMS The Board met to approve and sign Tax Inquiry Forms submitted by the County Assessor, which were as follows: RP2079901 Year 2025 The building was put on the wrong parcel. RP0398600 Year 2025 Commercial buildings were put on this parcel by mistake. Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign Tax Inquiry Forms submitted by the County Assessor. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. DISCUSSION & DECISION REGARDING COUNTY INDIGENT BURIAL PLOTS AT GROVELAND CEMETERY Present: Rod Lilya- Groveland Cemetery Loren Lilya- Groveland Cemetery Chad Peterson- Groveland Cemetery Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel The Board met to hold discussion and make a decision regarding county indigent burial plots at Groveland Cemetery. Chad Peterson stated that Groveland Cemetery has designated two (2) burial plots for Bingham County and presented the Board with a letter from the Groveland Cemetery confirming. Lindsey Gluch, Commission Clerk, will place this in a folder in regard to indigent cremated remains. A brief discussion was held in regard to the matter in which cremated remains will be spread or buried. Mr. Rogers read a House Bill that states if no one has claimed the remains within one year, a funeral director or mortician may lawfully provide for disposition of remains in a manner consistent with respectful funeral home end of life processes. Chairman Manwaring stated that a potential policy could be drawn up to explain the process for indigent cremated remains that are not claimed by family members. Rod Lilya stated that he had been informed by the monument company that they had a piece of stone that they would like to get rid of and that it could be used to engrave a marker for the remains. The inscription would more than likely need to be paid for but the cost of the actual stone would not. This matter will be placed on hold for additional information to be gathered. 11 APPROVAL OF LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR BMH TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDING The Board met to approve and sign the proposed letter of support for Bingham Memorial Hospital (BMH) to apply for grant funding. Said letter is to apply for funding to assist with the Bingham County Jail Drug Use and Harm Reduction Project. Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve and sign the letter of support for Bingham Memorial Hospital to apply for grant funding. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried. THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL MONDAY FEBRUARY 9, 2026 PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK NEY MANWARING, CHAIRMAN Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk----------------------- Se