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May 2026 Commission Minutes

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May 2026

STATE OF IDAHO )

: SS, Friday, May 1, 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
APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA
The Board met to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 1, 2026, as posted.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 1, 2026,
as posted. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

CLAIMS

Claims were approved in the amount of $502,335.32.

PAYROLL

Payroll was approved in the amount of $910,846.22.

PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS

The Board approved Personnel Action Forms, which were as follows:

Salary Increase Form: Solid Waste Lead/Operator
New Employee Status Sheet: Seasonal Roadside Mower

COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN IDAHO

The Board approved one (1) Certificate of Residency document, which was sent to the College of Southern
Idaho for the following Bingham County student: Tianna M. Maciel- Jimenez.

COLLEGE OF EASTERN IDAHO

The Board approved one (1) Certificate of Residency document, which was sent to the College of Eastern
Idaho for the following Bingham County student: Madisen J. Fisher.

COLLEGE OF WESTERN IDAHO

The Board approved one (1) Certificate of Residency document, which was sent to the College of Western
Idaho for the following Bingham County student: Klaira L. Barrow.

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.

May 2026

RESOLUTION 2026-31

The Board met to approve and sign Bingham County Resolution 2026-31, a resolution regarding the
destruction of records for the Sheriffs Office.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign Bingham County Resolution 2026-31,
a resolution regarding the destruction of records for the Sheriffs Office. Commissioner Jensen
seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried and said resolution was approved as follows:

May 2026

BINGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION 2026-31

RESOLUTION REGARDING THE DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS
FOR THE SHERIFFS OFFICE

WHEREAS the Bingham County Sheriffs Office has requested permission to
destroy certain records; and

WHEREAS the Idaho Code §31-871 empowers the Board of County
Commissioners with the responsibility for classifying records for purposes of retention and
destruction; and

WHEREAS the Sheriffs Office has represented that all records for which destruction
is sought pertain to matters which have been concluded for the designated period of time
allowed in sections of Idaho Code; and ,

WHEREAS none of the records for which destruction is requested are those
required to be kept by the County permanently and indefinitely pursuant to I.C. §31-709;
SHERIFFS OFFICE

See Attached "Exhibit A”

THEREFORE, it is hereby resolved that: The Sheriffs Office files are hereby
classified as “temporary,” as defined in I.C. §31-871(1)(d). Furthermore, such records may
now be destroyed.

Dated this 1° day of May 2026.

Bingham County Resolution 2026-31 Page 1 of 1

May 2026

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SHERIFF JEFF GARDNER a

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501 N. MAPLE ST, #405
BLACKFOOT, ID 83221

County Records Destruction list
April 27, 2026

Bingham County Sheriff's Office Records is requesting approval for destruction of the following
items:

Box 1: Jail Jackets # 33989 - 24030
Box 2: Jail Jackets # 24031 - 24083
Box 3: Jail Jackets # 24084 - 24114
Box 4: Jail Jackets # 24115 - 24159
Box 5: Jail Jackets # 24160 - 24205
Box 6; Jail Jackets # 24206 - 24269
Box 7: Jail Jackets # 24270 - 24293
Box 8: Jail Jackets # 24294 - 24341
Box 9: Jail Jackets # 24342 ~ 24384
Box 10: Jail Jackets # 24285 - 24328
Box I: Jait Jackets # 24329 - 24362
Box 12: Jail Jackets # 24363 - 24416
Box 13: 1980 DMV Receipts

Kaitlin Smith
Records Clerk

KimberLee Arms
Office Manager

DISCUSSION & DECISION REGARDING SPRINGFIELD PARK MOWING
Present: Scott Reese- Parks & Recreation
The Board met to hold discussion and make a decision in regard to mowing of the Springfield Park.

Mr. Reese stated that he would like to hire Precision Landscaping versus hiring an individual to mow. For
5 months of mowing, the cost would be $1,500.00.

The Board was in favor of the proposal.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve hiring Precision Landscaping at $1,500.00 for 5
months and use the John Deere mower owned by the county to mow along the walking paths by
Rose Ponds and in Shelley. This cost will be paid from 18-00-689-00. Commissioner Jackson
seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

May 2026

REQUEST SUBMITTED BY TRAVIS BUTLER, BLACKFOOT RIVER BOWMAN, IN REGARD TO
EXTENDING THE CURRENT 5 YEAR LEASE TO A 25 OR 30 YEAR LEASE AT ROSE POND ARCHERY
RANGE IN EXCHANGE FOR A LEASE PAYMENT TO THE COUNTY

Present: Travis Butler- Blackfoot River Bowman
Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel

The Board met to hold discussion in regard to the request submitted by Travis Butler, Blackfoot River
Bowman, in regard to extending the current 5 year lease to a 25 or 30 year lease at Rose Pond Archery
Range in Exchange for a lease payment to the county.

Paul Rogers stated pursuant to Idaho Code all counties are limited to a five (5) year lease but there are
some exceptions to that rule, wherein the county would be able to extend the lease if there is property put
out to bid/auction and the highest bidder could obtain a thirty (30) year lease. Mr. Rogers stated that
industrial parks and airports are allowed to obtain a longer lease. Mr. Rogers stated that the county is not
able to extend further than the five (5) year lease at this time, unless the Board would like to proceed with
auction but that would mean that others have the ability to place a bid. Mr. Rogers stated he would
recommend that the Board continue with a five (5) year lease.

Chairman Manwaring stated if the lease was put out to bid, it could put the Blackfoot River Bowman in
jeopardy to losing the lease if there was an individual that placed a higher bid.

Commissioner Jackson asked Mr. Butler the reasoning for the extension request, wherein Mr. Butler
explained that he felt it would be more secure if there were a longer lease.

The Board was in favor of proceeding with a 5 year contract and could automatically renew under same
terms unless either party notifies the other in writing.

Nothing Further.
PRIOR APPROVAL FOR PURCHASE OF ELEVATOR SERVICE CONTRACT
Present: Jason Marlow- Facilities Manager

The Board met to hold discussion and make a decision in regard to the prior approval for purchase of
elevator service contract with Northwest Elevator & Contracting Inc. Said purchase is in the amount of
$2,200.00 per year, plus $200 travel, $350 per hour and $525.00 overtime, if needed. Said purchase is to
be paid from Fund: 01-10-494-00.

Mr. Marlow stated that Idaho State requires services based on elevator use and annual certifications.
Getting a contract would save the county money for services.

Mr. Marlow stated that he had received three (3) other quotes but Northwest Elevator and Contracting, Inc.,
would be his proposal as they provided the best quote for services that will be received.

The Board had no issues.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of elevator
service contract with Northwest Elevator & Contracting Inc. Said purchase is in the amount of
$2,200.00 per year, plus $200 travel, $350 per hour and $525.00 overtime, if needed. Said purchase
is to be paid from Fund: 01-10-494-00. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The
motion carried.

May 2026

PRIOR APPROVAL FOR PURCHASE OF ADDING INSULATION FOAM BOARD UNDER SIDEWALK
Present: Jason Marlow- Facilities Manager

The Board met to hold discussion and make a decision in regard to the prior approval for purchase to add
insulation foam board under sidewalk. Said purchase is in the amount of $4,300.00 and is to be paid from
Fund: 01-10-494-00. This will help in keeping the sidewalks cleaned off during the winter months.

The Board had no issues.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the prior approval for purchase to add
insulation foam board under sidewalk. Said purchase is in the amount of $4,300.00 and is to be paid
from Fund: 01-10-494-00. This will help in keeping the sidewalks cleaned off during the winter
months. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL MONDAY MAY 4, 2026

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PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK
Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk---------------------------------------Kan4--------------0---00-+

STATE OF IDAHO )
: ss. Monday, May 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

APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA
The Board met to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 4, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 4, 2026, as
posted. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

STAFF MEETING

Present: Pamela Eckhardt- County Clerk
Donavan Harrington- County Assessor
Debbie Cunningham- Chief Deputy Assessor
Laura Lora- Chief Deputy Clerk/Payroll
Dusty Whited- Public Works Director
Jimmy Roberts- County Coroner
Scott Reese- Emergency Services/Parks & Recreation
Sheri Landon- Magistrate/District Court Supervisor
Laraine Pope- Human Resources Director
Jason Marlow- Facilities Manager
Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Director
Shawn Hill- Probation Department Director

May 2026

Ryan Jolley- Prosecutor

Jeff Gardner- Sheriff

Jordyn Nebeker- Chief Deputy Sheriff
Tanna Beal- County Treasurer
Carmen Willmore- Extension Office
Matt Galloway- IT Director

Megan Kearsley- Elections Director
Derrick Going- Solid Waste Director

Excused: Wes Wheatley- Blackfoot Chief of Police

The Commissioners met with department heads and Elected Officials for the May 2026 Staff Meeting.
Commissioner Jackson conducted the Staff Meeting.

Pledge of Allegiance: Commissioner Jackson conducted.

Approval of Minutes for Staff Meeting held in April 2026: There were no changes to be made and the
minutes for Staff Meeting held in April 2026 were approved as written.

Special Presentation: Laraine Pope provided information regarding civility to one another and respectful
workplace training. She would like to remind everyone to complete their respectful workplace training from
ICRMP with each department and once that is completed, please provide her with a list of the employees
that completed the training.

Ms. Pope explained that if any employee has an issue with their direct supervisor, they have the opportunity
to contact Human Resources, any other supervisor, department head or the Board of County
Commissioners. There is a policy regarding this matter, which is Section 29: Complaint Procedure, within
the Employee Handbook.

Safety Concerns: None at this time.

Employee Years of Service Recognition: Derrick Going recognized Jonathan (JJ) Hale for five (5) years of
service to Bingham County. Derrick stated that Jonathan started as an Operator, obtained his CDL wherein
he was a Truck Driver for almost three (3) years and is now a Lead. Jonathan is an asset to the county,
reliable and a good employee.

Chief Deputy Sheriff Jordyn Nebeker recognized Tyler Moon for five (5) years of service to Bingham County.
Jordyn stated that Tyler was an Airline Mechanic in the military and is one of the most detailed patrol
deputies with the Sheriffs Office. Tyler has spearheaded a large effort that involves the jail and detectives
as far as identifying gang activity in the area. Chief Deputy Nebeker stated that having the proper
information assists the Prosecutors Office in adding the enhancement to any charges.

Dusty Whited recognized Brad Bailey for ten (10) years of service to Bingham County and stated that Brad
is the Springfield Lead. Brad started as a Truck Driver, worked as an Operator, Senior Operator and now
is Lead. Brad is an asset to Bingham County and a hard worker.

Dusty Whited recognized Boyd Jensen for thirty five (35) years of service to Bingham County. Dusty stated
it is hard to even know where to begin when it comes to talking about Boyd. He has done a lot of different
work and has been through several Directors. Boyd primarily works on the approaches, assists with signage
and traffic control. Dusty stated that Boyd is one of those employees that rarely takes time off, is a hard
worker, a pleasure to work with and a great employee.

Derrick Going: Had no updates at this time.

Chairman Manwaring: Stated that the Public Works Department and Solid Waste Department are now two
separate departments.

May 2026

Commissioner Jackson: Gave an update on upcoming America 250 events. For the month of May, the
celebration is to do an act of service and submit that act of service at justserve.com. They have a list of
events or services that could be done and those hours will be recorded as the State of Idaho has a goal of
250,000 hours of service before July 4".

Commissioner Jensen: Stated that it is important that all employees have confidence in our workplace and
that if there is an issue, they feel comfortable to address those issues.

Pamela Eckhardt: Stated that each County was able to obtain $2,500 from the State of Idaho go to towards
any America 250 events. Bingham County partnered with the Bingham Arts Counsel and is having three
(3) art events. There was an art contest with the high school, wherein the artwork is located within the
Candy Jar for the public’s viewing. There will be an event in June and July.

Clerk Eckhardt stated that each year the State of Idaho, through the Secretary of State Office, releases an
Idaho Blue Book, which contains information and statistics. This year they are doing something different
and the book includes a lot of historical information, information on Elected Officials throughout the state,
information on the judicial branch and is very interesting. Clerk Eckhardt stated a copy of the book is
available within her office if anyone would like to look at it.

Clerk Eckhardt reviewed the documents for budget, wherein the theme this year is Bingham’s Budget BBQ
and stated that initial budget proposals are due by May 18". but an extension could be provided if needed.

Laura Lora: Gave a brief review of personnel budget spreadsheets, wherein she created them in a way that
allows her to calculate benefits for each employee such as medical, social security, PERSI and step
increases. Ms. Lora asked that these be reviewed to be sure information is accurate and let her know if
there are changes to be made.

Donavan Harrington: Provided information on property values and stated if anyone has questions, please
contact the Assessors Office.

Dusty Whited: Stated that construction season has begun and the railroad has been busy replacing railroad
crossings from Blackfoot to Aberdeen. Mr. Whited stated that over the past two weeks, the county has
started re-paving and there have been road closures. Please be patient and drive slow during this time.
Jimmy Roberts: Stated that May is Mental Health Awareness Month and he would like to remind everyone
to check in on one another. Mr. Roberts referred to the grant that he received pertaining to child death
investigation and stated that classes commenced the beginning of April with great attendance.

Scott Reese: Stated that mowing/spraying for parks have been contracted through Precision Landscaping
and the parks look amazing.

Sheri Landon: Had no updates at this time.
Laraine Pope: Had no updates at this time.

Jason Marlow: Gave an update on the upcoming parking lot construction project, which will occur as follows:

May 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE

Please be advised that construction will begin at the end of May and is expected to
continue through July for the installation of a new sidewalk in front of the
courthouse.

During this time, the parking lot located directly in front of the courthouse will be
closed to all vehicles and pedestrian traffic. Patrons visiting the courthouse will be
required to walk around the designated construction area. Access to the front
entrance will remain available via the sidewalk adjacent to the roadway.

We ask for your patience and cooperation as we work to improve accessibility and
safety in this area. Please follow all posted signage and instructions while navigating
around the construction zone.

Thank you for your understanding.

Yellow indicates closed parking lot under construction.
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If there are any questions or concerns in regard to this project, place contact Jason Marlow.

Tiffany Olsen: Stated that Ashley Taylor has rendered her resignation and her last day will be the end of
this month and that another employee will be going on maternity leave, which will cause a shortage in staff
for Planning & Development.

Shawn Hill: Had no updates at this time.

Ryan Jolley: Had no updates at this time.

Jeff Gardner: Stated that he would like to reiterate what Jimmy Roberts had to say in regard to the
importance of mental health. Sheriff Gardner stated that he is working to have a Resilience Room installed
upstairs.

Jordyn Nebeker: Explained the Resilience Therapy Room Project and stated this will be through an MOU
with the Heros Resilience Officers. When a critical incident occurs, individuals that are involved are sent to
the center to receive therapy to process adrenaline. This is about the post traumatic injury and stopping it
before turning into post-traumatic stress disorder, which means getting involved soon after the incident to
minimize lesion in the brain that occurs with high stress incidents. Chief Deputy Nebeker stated that within
the Dispatch center, there is a space where some of the equipment could be placed, which will include red
light therapy, green light therapy and negative ion therapy. These are scientifically proven to help individuals
process the adrenaline.

Commissioner Jensen stated that there will be a proclamation signed on Friday, for Mental Health
Awareness Month.

Tanna Beal: Had no updates at this time.

Carmen Willmore: Stated that Ag Safety Field Trip day is being held Thursday at the EISF grounds and
there will be approximately 300 5'" graders attending.

Matt Galloway: Stated that IT has seen an increase in alerts for malware being blocked from downloads or
sites that individuals are visiting and he would highly encourage employees to complete the training that is
provided. Matt stated if the site is not related to work, please do not visit them on county computers. He is
not saying that it is a violation of policy but there is nothing that is safe anymore.

Megan Kearsley: Stated that early voting begins today and will continue until May 15". There will be early
at the Fire Station in Shelley as well on May 8.

Commissioner Jackson stated next Staff Meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 1, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Nothing further.

PROBATION DEPARTMENT

Present: Shawn Hill- Probation Department

The Board met with Shawn Hill to receive updates from the Probation Department.

BUILDING MAINTENANCE

Present: Jason Marlow- Facilities Manager

The Board met with Jason Marlow to receive updates from the Building Maintenance Department.

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May 2026

DISCUSSION & DECISION REGARDING THE REQUEST TO USE COUNTY PROPERTY FOR POLICE
WEEK- REQUESTED BY SUSAN NALLEY

Present: Susan Nalley- Sheriffs Office
Kaitlin Smith- Blackfoot City Police

The Board met with Susan Nalley to hold discussion and make a decision regarding the request for use of
county property for police week.

Susan Nalley stated that she is requesting use of the property that is normally used for the command rig
during fair time. This will be used on May 11" from 11:00 a.m., to 4:00 p.m., to allow Dobi Dogs food truck
to park and serve law enforcement for police week. Other county employees will be able to purchase from
the food truck, but law enforcement will be served for free.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve use of county property on Maple Street for
May 11, 2026, for Dobi Dogs to serve law enforcement for police week. Commissioner Jensen
seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL WEDNESDAY MAY 6, 2026

PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK WHITNEY MANWARING, CHAIRMAN
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STATE OF IDAHO )
: SS. Wednesday, May 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
APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA
The Board met to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 6, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 6, 2026,
as posted. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

COLLEGE OF EASTERN IDAHO

The Board approved one (1) Certificate of Residency, which was sent to the College of Eastern Idaho, for
the following Bingham County student: Tamara L. Wasden.

RELEASE OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE LIEN

The Board approved and signed two (2) Release of Financial Assistance Lien documents, which were
recorded as Instrument Numbers: 780017 and 780018.

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May 2026

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.

SHERIFFS OFFICE

Present: Jeff Gardner- Sheriff
Jordyn Nebeker- Chief Deputy Sheriff

The Board met with Sheriff Gardner to receive updates from the Sheriffs Office.
PUBLIC WORKS

Present: Dusty Whited- Public Works Director
Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Director
Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel

The Board met with Dusty Whited to receive updates from the Public Works Department, along with other
agenda items.

Discussion was held in regard to the prior approval for purchase of carsonite posts to mark the edges of
culverts on the road edges. Said purchase is in the amount of $2,317.65, which is to be paid from Fund:
02-40-645-00.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of carsonite
posts to mark the edges of culverts on the road edges. Said purchase is in the amount of $2,317.65,
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 Bingham County Resolution 2026-33, a resolution calling for a Public
Hearing for a proposed vacation of 33 feet of public right-of-way along the east side of 500 West (Bond
Road), for the length of the subdivision and adjacent to lots 1,3,4,5,6,7 and 8 of the Alvino Alba Subdivision
to adjoining property owners.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve Bingham County Resolution 2026-33, a
resolution calling for a Public Hearing for a proposed vacation of 33 feet of public right-of-way along
the east side of 500 West (Bond Road), for the length of the subdivision and adjacent to lots
1,3,4,5,6,7 and 8 of the Alvino Alba Subdivision to adjoining property owners. Commissioner
Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried and said resolution was approved as
follows:

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BINGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION 2026-33

RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING FOR A PROPOSED VACATION OF 33
FEET OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY ALONG THE EAST SIDE OF 600 WEST (BOND ROAD),
FOR THE LENGTH OF THE SUBDIVISION AND ADJACENT TO LOTS 1,3,4,5,6,7 AND 8, OF
THE ALVINO ALBA SUBDIVISION TO ADJOINING PROPERTY OWNERS.

WHEREAS, the Bingham County Commissioners declare their intention to abandon and vacate
a public right-of-way, where doing so is in the public interest; and

WHEREAS, Bingham County, Pursuant to Idaho Code §40-230 and Chapter 13 Title 50 of
Idaho Code, are requesting the vacation of Public Right of Way in Bingham County, Idaho,
described as:

33.07 feet of right-of-way along the east side of 500 West (Bond Road), for the length of
the Alvino Alba Subdivision, adjacent to lots 1,3,4,5,6,7 and 8,

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that a Public Hearing on the proposed vacation will be
held in the Commissioners Chambers, 501 N Maple on the 10" day of June 2026 at 10:00
am. Pursuant to Idaho Code §40-203 and Chapter 13 Title 50 of Idaho Code, the
Commissioners shall accept all information relating to the proceedings. Any person may appear
and give testimony for or against the abandonment.

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May 2026

DISCUSSION & DECISION REGARDING UPDATED ADA POLICY- REQUESTED BY LARAINE POPE-
HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR

Present: Laraine Pope- Human Resource Director
The Board met to hold discussion and make a decision in regard to the updated ADA Policy.

Ms. Pope explained that there were no major changes to the ADA Policy but had realized the last
approved policy that she could find was from 1994. Therefore, she would like an updated version
approved at this time. The Board was in favor of the updated ADA Policy.

Discussion was held in regard to the Solid Waste Director job description wherein Ms. Pope stated that
she has reviewed the proposed description with the current Solid Waste Director and he had no issues.
The main change made to the description is that the Solid Waste Director will be supervised by the
County Commission and integrated that the position will draft annual budget, will perform administrative
and supervisory duties over the Solid Waste Department, attending of conferences or trainings to stay
current and responsibility for Solid Waste Operational Plans.

The Board was in favor and had no concerns.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Solid Waste Director job description as
discussed. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

DISCUSSION & DECISION REGARDING ADVERTISEMENT OF PAY RANGE FOR PLANNER
POSITION

Present: Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Director
Laraine Pope- Human Resource Director

The Board met to hold discussion and make a decision in regard to advertising a pay range for the
Planner position.

Tiffany Olsen explained that she would like to advertise the Planner position with pay range of N18, Step
1 through Step 4, in order to gain applicants.

The Board had no issue with the request.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve advertising the Planner position with pay
range of N18, Step 1 through Step 4. Commission Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The
motion carried.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Board met to hold an Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(a)&(b), to consider
personnel matters. Commissioner Jackson moved to go into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code
§74-206(1)(a)&(b), to consider personnel matters. Commissioner Jensen seconded. Both voted in favor.
The Board moved into Executive Session at 10:39 p.m. Commissioner Jensen moved to go out of Executive
Session. Commissioner Jackson seconded. The Board moved out of Executive Session at 11:17 p.m.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the job description provided by Human
Resources for the Solid Waste Director and separate the Solid Waste Department from Public
Works Department. The Public Works Director qualifications and description will be addressed at
another time. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

May 2026

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Board met to hold an Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(d), to consider

records that are exempt from public disclosure. Commissioner Jensen moved to go into Executive Session
pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(d), to consider records that are exempt from public disclosure.
Commissioner Jackson seconded. Both voted in favor. The Board moved into Executive Session at 11:20
a.m. Commissioner Jackson moved to go out of Executive Session. Commissioner Jensen seconded. The
Board moved out of Executive Session at 11:52 a.m.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of 1 server in
the amount of $16,260.00, which is to be paid from Fund: 01-14-492-0001. Commissioner Jensen
seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

DISCUSSION & DECISION TO SELL TWO (2) COUNTY VEHICLES TO UNIFIED FLEET SERVICES
Present: Pamela Eckhardt- County Clerk

The Board met to hold discussion and make a decision to sell two (2) county vehicles (2014 Dodge Journey
and 2010 Buick Lucerne) to Unified Fleet Services.

Clerk Eckhardt explained that the two vehicles are from Treatment Court and the Prosecutors Office. Both
have significant issues and it is not cost effective to repair them. Unified Fleet Services will tow the vehicles
and will purchase the Dodge Journey for $2,000 and the Buick Lucerne for $2,500.00

The Board was in favor.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve of selling the two vehicles which were
surplused last week to Unified Fleet Services. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor.
The motion carried.

PUBLIC HEARING IN REGARD TO THE COMPLETED MEDIATION TO FURTHER DEFINE THE
CONDITIONS IN ORDER TO RESOLVE THE JUDICIAL REVIEW FOR THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
APPLICATION SUBMUTTED BY JEFF & JULIE KRUEGER, FOR A PRIVATE OUTDOOR GUN RANGE

Present: Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Director
Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel
Zoom: Matt Parks- Legal Counsel for Jeff & Julie Krueger

Jeff & Julie Krueger- Applicant

The Board held a Public Hearing in regard to the completed mediation to further define the conditions in
order to resolve the Judicial Review for the Conditional Use Permit Application submitted by Jeff & Julie
Krueger, for a private outdoor gun range. Chairman Manwaring welcomed all to the meeting and
introductions were held for county staff.

At the onset of the meeting County Legal Counsel, Paul Rogers, stated the original Conditional Use Permit
Application was brought before the Planning & Zoning Commission, which was then appealed to the Board
of County Commissioners. After the Board made its decision, under code there was the opportunity to file
for reconsideration, which needed to be exhausted in order to proceed with Judicial Review. A Motion for
Reconsideration was heard on November 13, 2025, wherein Chairman Manwaring and Commissioner
Jensen favored the modified conditions, Commissioner Jackson opposed approval of the Conditional Use
permit. The modified conditions were as follows:

The range not be open to the public but by appointment only;
Adopt Section 5 of Mr. Krueger’s safety plan;

Clear signage be placed and the range be gated;

That a Certified NRA Range Safety Officer be present;

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That an Emergency Response Plan be implemented;

That a gravel road be placed to firing berms;

The property be constructed with 5-foot high and 8-foot wide berms;

That neighbors should be contacted 3-5 days prior to shooting taking place.

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Awritten decision was finalized on December 5, 2025, after which Jeff & Julie Krueger contacted Bingham
County Legal Counsel Paul Rogers, with the intent to file for Judicial Review. However, it was requested
that there be an opportunity to hold mediation to negotiate minimal changes pertaining to the conditions.
Matt Parks, Attorney for Jeff & Julie Krueger, submitted a list of clarified conditions for the Board of County
Commissioners to consider. Mr. Rogers stated that the Board of County Commissioners reviewed said
conditions and was not comfortable with all of them. The Board of County Commissioners proposed
revisions to the proposed conditions set forth by the Krueger’s and after said Mediation being held there
were four (4) additional conditions added, wherein all three (3) Commissioners agreed on said conditions.
The added conditions were solidified by the Reason & Decision document dated March 25, 2026, which
were as follows:

1. The Applicant shall install a fire barrier around the berms and the target areas to further reduce
the risk of fire. This fire barrier shall be a vegetative free area surrounding any berms and target
areas that are 15-feet wide. Chemical treatment or heavy machinery may be used as needed
to maintain this fire barrier;

2. The Applicant shall install and maintain a 30-foot wide fire barrier surrounding the perimeter of
the shooting range. This fire barrier shall be vegetative free. Chemical treatment or heavy
machinery may be used as needed to maintain this fire barrier.

3. TheApplicant shall install a direct road with a minimum width of 8 feet to access the berms and

target areas for maintenance and upkeep of the target areas and the berms and for lead

reclamation.

The targets shall be outside the floodplain.

The furthest berm from the shooting area shall be 15-feet high, 80-feet wide and 12-feet deep.

The perimeter of the property shall be fenced with signage installed and the fence shall be a

minimum of a three-wire fence. Additionally, the shooting range shall be gated and signed and

the gate shall remain closed also during operation.

7. The range not be open to the public but by appointment only.

8. TheApplicant shall prepare a safety plan that addresses emergencies and safety related rules
and regulations for the operation of the shooting range in consultation with an NRA Certified
Instructor and Range Safety Officer.

9. ACertified NRA Range Safety Officer shall be present at all times shooting is conducted at the
range.

10. The Applicant shall install a 20-foot wide gravel road from the entrance to the subject property
to the shooting stations with a turn-around approved by the fire department.

11. The Applicant shall construct a 5-foot high and 8-foot wide berm commencing from the shooting
stations and extending 50 feet back toward the targets.

12. In the event there are any events with 5 or more participants (not including spectators or non-
shooters) on a particular date, the Applicant shall provide 48-hour notice to neighboring
property owners within 300 feet of the property. This notice can be provided by either United
States Priority Mail with delivery confirmation, email, personal delivery, text message, or a
phone call. The required notice must be delivered to and received by the neighboring property
owners at least 48 hours in advance.

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Mr. Rogers stated that these conditions are now brought up for Public Hearing to receive any potential
concerns. Mr. Rogers stated if the Board does not approve the conditions as mediated, this matter will
revert back to the original eight (8) conditions put in place and the Judicial Review Process will proceed to
District Court.

Chairman Manwaring confirmed that there were no questions for Legal Counsel.

Matt Parks, Attorney and Representative for Jeff and Julie Krueger, stated the revised conditions are a
product of extensive negotiations that included neighboring property owners and Legal Counsel for the

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County, which he believes will expand the operational safeguards previously imposed. Mr. Parks stated
this was an attempt to cure the need for any litigation and he is hopeful that is the result today as the
conditions address concerns voiced by the neighboring property owners and the Board.

Mr. Parks stated that there are now mediated conditions that require a 15-foot vegetation free fire barrier
around the berms and target area, there is a separate 30-foot fire barrier around the entire shooting range,
direct maintenance access roads, reclamation access requirements and gravel road access approved by
the fire department. Mr. Parks stated these conditions now have layered fire protection measures that did
not exist in the prior conditions, which is help to the community and to the Krueger's proceeding and being
able to meet the conditions. Mr. Parks reiterated that there is vegetation control, emergency access,
maintenance access and importantly, ongoing upkeep obligations.

Mr. Parks stated in the prior conditions of approval, there were berms required but there were no dimensions
and now there will be berms that are 15-feet high, 8—feet wide and 12-feet deep, with additional side berms
being installed near the shooting stations. Therefore, the revised conditions moved from general concepts
to more detailed dimensional requirements. Mr. Parks stated that he would also like to point out the CUP
conditions are enforceable by the County, including any suspension of revocation of there is any violation
of conditions.

Mr. Parks stated there are conditions that limit the use of property and shooting will be done by appointment
only, gated access, perimeter fencing and mandatory NRA Certified Range Safety Officer present during
any shooting. There were concerns that the range was going to be an unrestricted public shooting facility,
wherein that is not the case. Mr. Parks reiterated that shooting will be done by appointment only.

Mr. Parks stated there is mandatory 48-hour notice to be provided to the neighboring property owners prior
to any shooting. This will provide the Krueger’s to give sufficient notice rather it be via text message, phone
call, or an in person meeting, along with a potential letter being sent to the neighbors advising of any
shooting.

Mr. Parks stated there were concerns expressed by the neighbors that there is not a lot of specificity in the
safety plan but there is now more specificity within the revised conditions, which include a requirement for
safety plan prepared and with consultation of an NRA Certified Instructor and an NRA Range Safety Officer
to be present during shooting. Again, the mediated resulted in more robust conditions.

Mr. Parks stated there were concerns expressed by the neighbors in regard to maintenance obligations
and within the revised conditions, there are multiple conditions requiring maintenance and upkeep. There
are fire barriers that will be maintained and vegetation free, access roads are required for maintenance and
reclamation, along with the berm dimensions being specified within the CUP conditions.

Mr. Parks stated there were concerns expressed in regard to this range turning into a commercial or training
facility, wherein he believes the conditions that are proposed today are mediated and prohibit public access,
the range is by appointment only, safety and supervision is mandatory, and event notice is required.

Mr. Parks stated that he believes the concerns of the neighboring property owners have been addressed
within the final conditions of approval and if there are any specific issues or concerns that come up during
this Public Hearing, those could be addressed.

Commissioner Jensen asked for confirmation that there would be periodic maintenance on the berms to
keep them up to requirements, wherein Mr. Parks stated that was correct. Mr. Parks stated the requirement
is that the berms be of specific dimensions and if they were to fall below those dimensions, that would be
a violation of the CUP and therefore, the berms would need to meet requirements at all times. Mr. Parks
stated that the Applicants are committed to making sure the berms are well kept and there should be no
issues moving forward.

Chairman Manwaring opened the Public Hearing at this time.

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Chairman Manwaring asked for testimony in favor of the Application, wherein there was none.
Chairman Manwaring asked for testimony in neutral of the Application, wherein there was none.
Chairman Manwaring asked for testimony in opposition, which was received as follows:

Paul Rogers, County Legal Counsel, stated that testimony in opposition was received prior to the Public
Hearing, which area as follows and will be attached to this decision as exhibited:

Pershon Farms, LLC, Steve Perschon, Sandy Perschon, Patrick Adams, Alycia Perschon Adams and
Bailey Perschon, who are in opposition of the CUP Conditions (Exhibit M-1, as attached).

Charlie Cook, Barry Sorrensen, Jason & Rachel Cook, and Andrew (Ace) and Gillian Cook, who are in
opposition of the CUP Conditions (Exhibit M-2, as attached).

Mr. Rogers asked for confirmation that the Board has received and reviewed the submitted testimony, to
which the Board confirmed.

Testimony in opposition received during the Public Hearing was as follows:

Patrick Adams, 281 N. 1100 W., Blackfoot, Idaho (Exhibit M-3), stated that he is part of SS Perschon Farms
and read that he feels that the Conditional Use Permit does not go far enough to protect them. It has been
granted despite the evidence given by neighboring landowners and established standards of testing and
safety measures are largely ignored. These requirements established are inadequate and are not in line
with the best practice and standards. The NRA Range Source Book recommends a 20-foot tall backstop
with no rocks or hard surfaces within 18 to 24 inches of the surface of the backstop, 8-foot tall berms for
ricochet abatement to the sides of targets where adjoining properties in close proximity and 95%
compaction of soil on the berms and backstops.

Mr. Adams stated that the Department of the Army Range Safety Pamphlet establishes surface danger
zones for ricochets off of earth and water for 5.56 millimeters or 223 rifle round. If a ricochet goes in line of
trajectory that is over 2,000 meters. If it goes laterally from initial trajectory, it is over 450 meters vertically
over 300 meters. For a 300 win mag, if it goes in line with the initial trajectory after ricochet, 4,880 meters,
435 meters laterally or 433 meters vertically. This shows that neighboring properties are well within
established danger zones for ricochets.

Mr. Adams stated that a neighbor informed him that in an instance several years ago, in Bingham County,
where a 223 round ricochetted off of the ground and traveled over one (1) mile and was documented and
measured.

Mr. Adams stated that there is a neighbor % mile away from his property, that fired a 223 in their backyard
at what they thought was an adequate berm, which was not and a ricochet hit a home that was over % mile
from them.

Mr. Adams stated the property owned by Jeff and Julie Krueger is covered in lava rocks providing perfect
opportunity for the slightest errant shot to ricochet in any direction. Mr. Adams spoke with Sarah VanAcker,
Idaho Fish and Game Official who runs their gun ranges and is also a long range shooter, who stated their
standards are to follow the NRA Range Source Book. They do not have any final berms that are less than
20-feet and most are over 20 feet. Their sound testing is done over four (4) hours on their busiest day by a
contractor, and they have daily inspections/repairs.

Ms. VanAcker stated, “| would never want to be behind this range or any range. | do not care how tall the
backstop is. It could be a skyscraper, and | would not want to be there”.

Mr. Adams stated that Idaho Fish and Game uses state mandated and NRA standards for their ranges.
There is a literal multitude of opportunities for error and malfunction, and it is not unreasonable to hold this
range to the same standards that the state uses. The loss of equity and property values for neighboring
properties will add up to a very substantial dollar amount. According to the values of similar properties and

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neighboring properties, that dry desert ground for pasture is worth approximately $1,000 per acre and the
farm ground is worth approximately $8,000 per acre. Mr. Adams stated that he assigned each home in the
adjoining four properties to $300,000 each and added $200,000 total for their outbuildings. The loss of
value between 3.7% to 6%, would be a total of $323,523 to $524,632 of value lost by the neighboring
properties.

Mr. Adams stated as far as maintenance mentioned, who would be checking those standards and what
recourse is there when those standards are not met? Additionally, what types of ammunition will be
allowed?

Mr. Adams stated that Mr. Krueger claims this will be a private range, however, he is in fact selling access
to this range as a commercial enterprise and therefore, it is a business proposition. Mr. Adams stated he
has no issues with him shooting on his property so long as his bullets stay on his side. However, the
commercial nature of his planned business could result in thousands of rounds going down range over a
short time period, increasing risk. Mr. Adams stated the arbitrary number of shooters, whereat Mr. Krueger
must notify his neighbors, is a poor stand in for the number of rounds being sent down range.

Mr. Adams asked that this CUP be altered so that neighbors are notified of any event, as they will have to
alter when and how they can maintain fences, work will cattle and recreate on their own property. Mr. Adams
stated how is this not changing the established character of the surrounding properties and granting the
CUP because others are shooting here is illogical. The surrounding landowners shoot much less than a
year, than one single shooter at one single long range clinic will shoot. Mr. Krueger informed Mr. Adams
that each one of those individuals will shoot approximately 200 rounds. Additionally, members of the public
that are shooting in the area are most often trespassing. Is this granted because of others doing illegal
activities where they are not welcome? Is this range a permanent fixture that can then be sold when the
Krueger's decide it is time to move? Mr. Adams asked what would this open the door for and what do they
have to look forward to and pass down to their kids?

Additionally, Mr. Adams stated that the CUP is relying on the honor system with no established recourse.
Mr. Adams stated that Mr. Krueger has not engendered any trust with them as neighbors and he stated to
Mr. Adams personally that he wanted to invite them out to the property last August to see what he had
planned in order to understand what would be occurring but that never occurred.

Mr. Adams stated in conclusion, he would like to urge the Board to protect his private property rights, values
and safety, considering the significant evidence presented as to why the property is not suitable for such
an undertaking. He fears that the County has not performed its due diligence in research and the feasibility
of a long range rifle range on the property being considered and is therefore, opening the county to
significant liability. Mr. Adams stated that he would ask the Board to please take meaningful action.

The Board had no questions for Mr. Adams.

James Goodrich, 1676 W. 700 N., Blackfoot, Idaho (M-4) stated that he has reviewed the berm information
and has spoken with Mr. Krueger in regard to the pistol activity that he plans to conduct. Mr. Goodrich
stated that his main concern is that his property is approximately 250 yards from the range and he is not
sure if there will be tactical shooting that will occur and putting a berm close to his home is concerning.
Therefore, having strict berm conditions would be beneficial.

Chairman Manwaring asked what direction his home is located in proximity to the range, wherein Mr.
Goodrich stated his home is directly south and that he shares an easement with Mr. Krueger.

The Board had no questions for Mr. Goodrich.

Ace Cook (1616 W. 700 N., Blackfoot, Idaho (M-5) stated that he would like to address the Board as
neighbors in Bingham County and men of agriculture. Mr. Cook stated that he and his wife barely made
this meeting because of what their duties are. Mr. Cook stated that it has been 24 years since he purchased
his property as a ranch with farm ground and he has worked hard to bring value to the property and raise
a family including grandkids. Mr. Cook stated that this morning he fed and tagged calves all morning and

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all down the fenceline there are cows that will stash calves in the sagebrush. Mr. Cook stated there are kids
in the fields, they have work to do and if the Board understands agriculture, there is no timeline and there
is no 9-5. Mr. Cook stated that he and his family have paid into the tax base for almost 24 years and have
loved living where they live. Mr. Cook stated that he cannot see how this will not change how he operates
his farm as he and his family will be the ones at risk and in front of the gun. This will affect how he operates
his farm, how it is enjoyed and what they do. Mr. Cook stated that he understands that people are trying to
come together, that there is notice to be provided and things like that but he does not have 48 hours or 3-
5 days, as this is his livelihood and he has to be there. Mr. Cook stated that it is hard for him to understand
why they are obligated to donate property value to a hobby or a passion, as again this is his livelinood, and
they are in the business of keeping things alive and feeding America. Mr. Cook stated that he does not
have anything against anyone’s hobby or passion, but this is agriculture country and they continue to keep
that. Mr. Cook stated that he would appreciate it if the Board helped to regulate the CUP as much as
possible, as he would like to hold onto what he does have. Mr. Cook stated it is his responsibility as a
husband, father and grandfather, to do stand up for what they have.

Chairman Manwaring asked Mr. Cook how long his cows and calves are in the particular area, wherein Mr.
Cook stated they are there until the middle of June, depending on the year, some years when the bulls are
bad, they will bring cattle in but usually they are there until the middle of June and then anywhere from the
middle of September they are weaning the calves and there will be bulls there when the calves are being
pulled.

Chairman Manwaring stated that is why he originally mentioned when the livestock are present, shooting
should not occur and when the livestock are not present, that is when shooting should be occurring.
Chairman Manwaring stated that both parties need to understand and realize the importance of that. Mr.
Cook stated it is more of a ranch than a farm and it is a controlled community. Mr. Cook stated the only
shots that he has fired was two shots within the last 365 days and that was two coyotes that were eating a
calf that they had killed in the Spring. During the Planning & Zoning Commission Public Hearing, it was
perceived that the area around his home has a lot of shooting and that is not accurate.

Commissioner Jensen asked Mr. Cook where his property is located in proximity to the subject property,
wherein Mr. Cook stated that his property is located to the East and the Perschon’s are located to the North.

Gillian Cook, 1616 W. 700 N., Blackfoot, Idaho (M-6) stated that she has lived and raised her family on her
property for 24 years. Ms. Cook stated that they have raised 5 children on the property and one of the things
that they really like to do during the summertime is to ride through the field and pivots on four-wheelers. In
an effort to teach their children the value of hard work, they would skirt the fence line and check to be sure
everything is maintained. Ms. Cook stated that she has had sons and daughters that are in equipment, on
four-wheelers and on foot, in order to maintain fence, checking pivots and checking on animals. Ms. Cook
stated that she is now a grandmother of 4 and has had her grandsons out on the property to pick rocks
after harrowing. Ms. Cook stated it is really concerning to think about safety and that things may happen
that are out of your control, which is scary. Ms. Cook stated that she would like to be able to enjoy what
they have built. She knows how hard they have worked to keep their property maintained and valuable and
it would be hard to swallow, having someone come and take a chunk of it away does not feel good. Ms.
Cook stated that she has not felt heard and it was a slap in the face that the CUP was passed.

The Board had no questions for Ms. Cook.
Chairman Manwaring confirmed there was no further testimony in opposition.

Matt Parks, Applicant's Attorney, presented a rebuttal statement and stated that he would like to thank
those that provided testimony and believes they have certainly been emotionally invested with good reason.
Mr. Parks stated that he would like to discuss the conditions of approval that will address those concerns.
Mr. Parks stated that the berms do have dimensions and locations and that he would like to point to the
statement from Corporal VanOrden, Bingham County Sheriffs Office (Exhibit A-6, within the initial
Application) which indicates that he felt that, if done correctly, the proposed shooting range would be safe
and feasible in its proposed location. Mr. parks stated with the conditions of approval that have been agreed
upon to address the dimensions of the berms and fire protection, they are addressing safety concerns.

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Mr. Parks referred to the concern in regard to property values and usually in a situation such as this, the
studies that are referenced are for residential properties not in a rural setting. Mr. Park stated that he does
not want to say that there will not be an impact or potential impact due to gun range but, in this situation,
the studies do not indicate that there will be impact on agriculture properties.

Mr. Parks referred to testimony from Ms. Cook concerning safety, he would like to emphasize the berm
requirements to be maintained. Generally, Mr. Park would like to emphasize that the Krueger’s are going
to be good neighbors and will be accessible if there are concerns or issues from the neighbors. Mr. Parks
stated that he is sure that any reasonable request could be accommodated by the neighbors, if there are
other safety concerns or something that could be dealt with.

There were no questions for Mr. Parks, and the Public Hearing was closed to any further testimony.

Paul Rogers, County Legal Counsel, stated that he would like to clarify that today is for mediation and under
Idaho Code 67-6511, which assisted through this mediation process, as this has been new to Bingham
County. Mr. Rogers stated that the original permit is not up for discussion today, but what is up for
discussion today is the 12 conditions that were set on the permit. Mr. Rogers stated if the Board chooses
to not approve the conditions as proposed and discussed, the Krueger’s have the authority to proceed with
Judicial Review. If the Board denies the conditions as proposed today, the permit is still granted but would
revert to the original 8 conditions that were approved in December 2025.

Commissioner Jackson asked if the Board could place new conditions, wherein Mr. Rogers explained that
the conditions that were proposed can be modified but if the Krueger's do not agree with the modifications,
they have the right to proceed with Judicial Review, which is filed within District Court. Mr. Rogers stated
that the Board can deny the new conditions that were discussed during mediation and they would revert
back to the 8 original conditions, the Board can approve the new 12 conditions as discussed with the
Applicant's, or the Board can have a discussion regarding modifications. If modifications are made, this will
allow the Krueger's to proceed with Judicial Review, if they do not agree.

The Boards deliberation was held as follows:

Chairman Manwaring reiterated that all 3 Commissioners approved and signed off on the 12 modified
conditions that have been discussed today. Chairman Manwaring stated that it is possible after a decision
is made, that he starts thinking about other issues that could arise and amendments might be made, as the
Board represents the entire County and try to make the decision based on both sides.

Commissioner Jensen stated that he appreciates Mr. Palmers testimony in regard to the state standard for
a shooting range and that he also was touched by the testimony provided. Commissioner Jensen stated
that he would agree with the state standards and that he would like to put it on the record that if he could
overturn the decision, he would deny the Application, but he understands that the Board is not in that
position to do so. Therefore, if the Board does proceed, he believes that state standards should be
implemented. Commissioner Jensen stated as he reviewed the submitted testimony and heard the
testimony provided today, it has become clear to him that the ricocheting is concerning.

Commissioner Jackson stated in light of the testimony provided today, he wishes that this information
regarding ricocheting would have been presented earlier and stated to him, this is new evidence being
received.

Mr. Rogers stated that this process is interesting as the testimony that was limited is in regard to the newly
modified 12 conditions. Mr. Rogers stated that all testimony that should be considered today is how the
testimony plays into the new 12 conditions. Mr. Rogers stated the ricocheting information can be accepted
as it seems to coincide with the conditions but there could be reasons why it does not play into the
conditions. Mr. Rogers stated that the ricocheting information does seem like new information and he is not
sure where it is coming from, as he has not been able to review the source of the information.

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Commissioner Jackson stated in light of the evidence and testimony presented today, the Board is light on
the berm requirements that have been put in place, and he feels that they do not meet the standard that
has been presented as the standard of a high power shooting range, to protect the citizens of Bingham
County.

Mr. Rogers stated that the Board should hold a discussion and if in agreeance, the Board could modify the
conditions.

Chairman Manwaring referred to Condition #11, which addresses the height and width of the berms and
the Board could modify if in agreeance and the Krueger’s will have the right to appeal to Judicial Review.

Commissioner Jackson stated that it seems to him there is a certain standard as far as compaction, height,
width and length of berms and there have been studies conducted in regard to protecting bullets from going
out of the area, of standards are followed. Commissioner Jackson stated that the state standards should
be reviewed.

Chairman Manwaring stated that the Krueger's proposed to extend the berm 50-feet back toward the
targets, as that was originally not in the conditions. Chairman Manwaring stated that he recalls at the
beginning of the Application, that he brought up the fact that there should be a berm on the back in order
for protection. Chairman Manwaring stated that he now feels that the berm should be higher and it is a
concern that the berms will weather and deteriorate. Chairman Manwaring stated that the requirement of
the berm is to be checked by Planning & Development/Code Enforcement, to be sure all requirements are
being made, or the CUP could be revoked.

Commission Jensen stated in listening to Mr. Palmer’s testimony, it was brought to his attention that
cleaning of the rocks out of the area to be shot towards and this should be potential for adding a condition
that rocks should be cleaned up and compacted to withstand the blows of the shells.

Chairman Manwaring stated that this is a controlled environment, but he has been around bullets that
ricochet, so he understands the concern.

Commissioner Jackson reviewed Condition #5, which states the furthest berm from the shooting area shall
be 15-feet high, 80-feet wide and 12-feet deep, wherein he would like to modify to state that the berms shall
be constructed/free of any gravel or rock material. Chairman Manwaring referred to the 15-feet high portion
and that he would recommend modifying to change the height to 20-feet high (to reflect state standards),
along with being compacted and rock free. Commissioner Jackson and Commissioner Jensen were both
in favor of the proposed modification.

Chairman Manwaring referred to Condition #12, wherein the Krueger’s are to notify the neighbors of any
events with 5 or more participants, but he would propose modifying to add that the neighbors should notify
the Krueger's when calving season and when cattle will be moved to the mountain range from year to year.
This will allow both parties to work together as both parties have property rights. Commissioner Jackson
and Commissioner Jensen were in favor of the proposed modification.

Commissioner Jensen stated one more thing that he has thought about is removing rocks from between
the targets so as to lessen the chance of ricocheting. Commissioner Jackson stated he would agree and
that is an important concept also.

Mr. Rogers stated it was mentioned that Conditional Use Permits run normally with the property and if
modifications are made, one thing that could be considered is if the permit runs with the property or does it
run with the property owner and if the property changes ownership, would the Conditional Use Permit stay.

Chairman Manwaring asked Tiffany Olsen, Planning & Development Director, if the property ownership

changes, does the Conditional Use Permit remain with the property or does the new property owner have
to apply for the same Conditional Use Permit. Ms. Olsen referred to Bingham County Code Title 10, Chapter

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8, wherein the permit is allowed to remain with the land as long as the new landowner operates the land
use and abides by the same conditions that were originally placed with the Conditional Use Permit.

Chairman Manwaring reviewed the proposed modified conditions, and discussion was held as follows:

Condition 1: The Applicant shall install a fire barrier around the berms and the target areas to further reduce
the risk of fire. This fire barrier shall be a vegetative free area surrounding any berms and target areas that
are 15 feet wide. Chemical treatment or heavy machinery may be used as needed to maintain this fire
barrier.

Chairman Manwaring stated the original Application mentioned planting wheat grass, but he would prefer
to see something chemically used or disked to keep vegetation down. Commissioner Jackson and
Commissioner Jensen agreed.

Condition 2: The Applicant shall install and maintain a 30-foot wide fire barrier surrounding the perimeter of
the shooting range. This fire barrier shall be vegetative free. Chemical treatment or heavy machinery may
be used as needed to maintain this fire barrier.

All three Commissioners were in favor.

Condition 3: The Applicant shall install a direct road with a minimum width of 8 feet to access the berms
and target areas for maintenance and upkeep of the target areas, berms and lead reclamation.

Chairman Manwaring stated within the plan, the Applicant stated that the lead will be removed every so
many years. Commissioner Jackson and Commissioner Jensen had nothing further to add.

Condition 4: The targets shall be outside the floodplain.
All three Commissioners were in favor.
Condition 5: The furthest berm from the shooting area shall be 15-feet high, 80-feet wide and 12-feet deep.

All three Commissioners were in favor of modifying the condition from 15-foot high to 20-foot high and to
be sure that the berms are rock free. Mr. Rogers added that he had the note that the area should be
compacted. Commissioner Jackson stated that there was also discussion about that there be no rocks
through the shooting range. All Commissioners were in favor.

Condition 6: The perimeter of the property shall be fenced with signage installed and the fence shall be a
minimum of a three-wire fence. Additionally, the shooting range shall be gated and signed, and the gate
shall remain closed also during operation.

Chairman Manwaring stated that there should be verbiage added to state that the fence and gate should
remain maintained. All Commissioners were in favor.

Discussion was held in regard to adding a potential condition stating that Permit Holder is required to send
in confirmation by way of photographs to the Code Enforcement Department, that berms are maintained to
proper height and width requirements. Commissioner Jackson stated that he would rather have a Code
Enforcement Officer from the County, to go view the property to be sure requirements are met, as
photographs can be altered to appear in a different way. Chairman Manwaring stated that providing
photographs would keep the Permit Holder in compliance but there will also be a Code Enforcement Office
that will be looking at the property. All Commissioners were in agreeance. Mr. Rogers reiterated that if the
suggestion is in regard to Code Enforcement, that does not need to be a condition placed as the Permit
Holder is already restricted and required to have maintenance and anything there is an issue, they could
be sited or the CUP may be revoked. Chairman Manwaring stated that he would not have an issue stating

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that he would not be opposed to adding verbiage that the County will view the property every two (2) years.
Mr. Rogers stated that is up to the County and is completed anyway. Therefore, it does not need to be
placed as an actual condition on the CUP.

Condition 7: The range not be open to the public but by appointment only.
All Commissioners were in favor.

Condition 8: The Applicant shall prepare a safety plan that addresses emergencies and safety related rules
and regulations for the operation of the shooting range in consultation with an NRA Certified Instructor and
Range Safety Officer.

All Commissioners were in favor.

Condition 9: A Certified NRA Range Safety Officer shall be present at all times shooting is conducted at the
range.

All Commissioners were in favor.

Condition 10: The Applicant shall install a 20-foot wide gravel road from the entrance to the subject property
to the shooting stations with a turn-around approved by the fire department.

All Commissioners were in favor.

Condition 11: The Applicant shall construct a 5-foot high and 8-foot wide berm commencing from the
shooting station extending 50 feet back toward the targets.

All Commissioners were in favor. Chairman Manwaring stated that the Applicant’s had added this condition,
which is great for safety.

Condition 12: In the event there are events with 5 or more participants (not including spectators or non-
shooters) on a particular date, the Applicant shall provide 48-hour notice to neighboring property owners
within 300 feet of the property. This notice can be provided by either United States Priority Mail with delivery
confirmation, email, personal delivery, text message, or a phone call. The required notice must be delivered
to and received by the neighbors at least 48 hours in advance.

All Commissioners were in favor. Chairman Manwaring stated that he would like to add that the surrounding
property owners notify the Krueger's of any calving or cow operations and when they move them away from
the property, to allow shooting to occur. Chairman Manwaring stated that there should not be any shooting
occurring going on during the calving or cow operation time as it can be hard on the livestock.

Mr. Rogers stated that another condition should be added for this item, which will be as follows:

Condition 13: Neighboring property owners are to notify the Permit Holder year to year in regard to the
dates and timeframe for moving cow and calf pairs onto the summer pasture after calving, as shooting
should not occur during that stressful time for livestock.

Condition 14: This permit specifically runs with the property owners and not with the property. If property
ownership changes and is no longer owned by the Krueger’s, the new property owner will be required to
apply for a new Conditional Use Permit.

Chairman Manwaring asked Commissioner Jackson and Commissioner Jensen if they were in favor of the
modifications as discussed, to which both confirmed.

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Mr. Rogers reviewed the timeframe for Judicial Review filing, which is up to 28 days after signing of the
Reason & Decision. The affected parties that are affected by the permit, time has passed under code for
proceeding to Judicial Review. This is not clear in code but believes they would be able to file litigation on
the new conditions, but it would be limited to the new conditions only. Mr. Rogers stated this would go
through the District Court and the Krueger's and Mr. Parks have a timeframe for Judicial Review which will
be up to 28 days after signing of the Reason & Decision. Commissioner Jensen asked if the appealing party
has the same opportunity, to which Mr. Rogers stated they would but for only the conditions and the
Krueger's would have the opportunity for the entire permit.

Mr. Parks asked for clarification in regard to Condition 13 and that this would be that the neighboring
property owners will, year to year, notify the Krueger's of the dates in which cattle will be moved onto the
range after calving or summer pasturing. Mr. Parks stated that he is not sure about the timeframe and asked
if the intent was that entire summer pasturing would be no shooting allowed or is it just during the time in
which cattle are being moved to and from the location. Chairman Manwaring stated that the cattle would
not be located around the property for approximately five (5) months but year to year can change depending
on mother nature. Commissioner Jensen stated normally it is March 1% through June 1s, when they go to
summer pasture and he believes the intent was that timeframe. Commissioner Jensen stated that the cattle
will be going through the birthing process and there is high activity labor wise with the Cook’s and the
Perschon’s during this timeframe, which puts them at peril. Commissioner Jensen stated in order to protect
all of the parties and cattle through the calving process. Mr. Rogers stated that it seems that those dates
could fluctuate year to year and that is why notice would be beneficial to know what the expectation is from
the neighboring property owners.

Mr. Parks asked for clarification and if the modification to the berms was to the sides of the berms, but
Chairman Manwaring confirmed that the modification was only to the height of the berms.

Chairman Manwaring entertained a motion.
DECISION

Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the Applicant’s reconsideration of the conditions that
were placed, along with the additions, which were as follows:

1) The Applicant shall install a fire barrier around the berms and the target areas to further
reduce the risk of fire. This fire barrier shall be a vegetative free area surrounding any berms
and target areas that are 15 feet wide. Chemical treatment or heavy machinery may be used
as needed to maintain this fire barrier.

2) The Applicant shall install and maintain a 30-foot wide fire barrier surrounding the perimeter
of the shooting range. This fire barrier shall be vegetative free. Chemical treatment or heavy
machinery may be used as needed to maintain this barrier.

3) The Applicant shall install a direct road with a minimum width of 8 feet to access the berms
and target areas for maintenance and upkeep of the target areas and the berms and for lead
reclamation.

4) The targets shall be outside the floodplain.

5) The furthest berm from the shooting area shall be 20-feet high, 80 feet wide and 12 feet deep
and clear of rock, shall be compacted and the rock in front of the targets should be removed
to prevent ricocheting.

6) The perimeter of the property shall be fenced with signage installed and the fence shall be
a minimum of three-wire fence. Additionally, the shooting range be gated to the entrance
and both of the fence and gate shall be maintained.

7) The range not be open to the public but by appointment only.

8) The Applicant shall prepare a safety plan that addresses emergencies and safety related
rules and regulations for the operation of the shooting range in consultation with an NRA
Certified Instructor and Range Safety Officer.

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9) A Certified NRA Range Safety Officer shall be present at all times shooting is conducted at
the range.

10) The Applicant shall install a 20-foot wide gravel road from the entrance to the subject
property to the shooting stations and extension 50 feet back toward the targets.

11) The Applicant shall construct a 5-foot high and 8-foot wide berm commencing from the
shooting stations and extending 50 feet back toward the targets.

12) In the event there are any events with 5 or more participants (not including spectators or
non-shooters) on a particular date, the Applicant shall provide 48-hour notice to neighboring
property owners within 300 feet of the property. This notice can be provided by United States
Priority mail with delivery confirmation, email, personal delivery, text message, or a phone
call. The required notice must be delivered to and received by the neighbors at least 48
hours in advance.

13) The neighboring property owners will be in contact with the Krueger’s, in the event of calves
being born surrounding the property and there will not be any shooting allowed from March
through June or until the cattle go to the summer pasture. The dates may change year to
year, depending on mother nature.

14) The Conditional use Permit is with the Krueger’s and if property ownership changes, the
new property owner will need to apply for a new Conditional Use Permit.

Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

Regulatory Takings: Additionally, the Applicant may request a regulatory takings analysis as per Idaho
Code Section 67-8003. An affected person aggrieved by a final decision concerning matters identified in
Section 67-6521(1)(a), Idaho Code may within twenty-eight (28) days after all remedies have been
exhausted under local ordinance, seek Judicial Review as provided by Chapter 52, Title 67, Idaho Code.

APPROVAL & SIGNING OF LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BINGHAM COUNTY & BRUCE LAKE
Present: Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel

The Board met to approve and sign the Lease Agreement between Bingham County and Bruce Lake for
the county owned property that is located by the Central Transfer Station (Township 2 South, Range 34
East, Section 24).

Chairman Manwaring gave a background on the property and stated that the county has a berm for a
setback for the Central Transfer Station. The Lakes have a holding tank that would leach down into the
gravel pit. Chairman Manwaring looked into the potential of selling the property but found that could not be
done as it was used as a buffer zone and it was decided that the county should maintain ownership.

Chairman Manwaring stated last year, the Lakes pulled so much manure out of the pens that it was
stockpiled on the county property. The Lakes will bring in machinery to remove rock and aerate, which
brought up the discussion of potentially leasing the property to the Lakes for their use. Chairman Manwaring
stated that Legal Counsel worked with Mr. Lake to come up with an agreement for a five (5) year lease at
$1.00 per year so that the county was not held liable with the Lakes equipment or workers.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign the Lease Agreement with Bruce Lake

for $1.00 per year, for five (5) years, for the county owned property close to the landfill as described.
Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

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DISCUSSION & DECISION REGARDING COUNTY LIEN ON PROPERTY LISTED WITHIN CASE NO.
CV06-25-2076 AND A REQUEST TO RELEASE LIEN- REQUESTED BY PAUL ROGERS

Present: Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel
Tanna Beal- Treasurer
Laura Lora- Chief Deputy Clerk
Susan Denny- Indigent Services

The Board met to hold discussion and make a decision in regard to the county lien on property listed within
Case No. CV06-25-2076.

Mr. Rogers explained that the case number presented is in regard to property that was taken on tax deed
and sold at auction by the county. Mr. Rogers stated that the county had a balance owed of approximately
$69,000.00 for a previous indigent matter, wherein the county put a lien on the property. Mr. Rogers stated
that there are funds being held for that amount and there is no longer a balance owed to the county. Mr.
Rogers stated the new property owners are asking the county to release the lien on the property so that
they can proceed forward without any interference. The new property owners are trying to clear the title in
order to do so and therefore, the request is for a Release of Lien to be signed.

The Board was in favor of releasing the lien and had no concerns.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve and sign the Release of Liens on the quiet title
for Case Number CV06-25-2076. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion
carried.

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL FRIDAY MAY 8, 2026

PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK
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STATE OF IDAHO )
: ss. Friday, May 8, 2026
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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
APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA

The Board met to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 8, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 8, 2026,
as posted. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

CLAIMS

Claims were approved in the amount of $409,100.14.

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PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS

The Board approved Personnel Action Forms, which were as follows:

New Employee Status: Emergency Communications Officer
Employee Status Sheet: Solid Waste Supervisor to Solid Waste Director
Salary Increase Form: Truck Driver

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 & SIGNING OF MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS PROCLAMATION FOR MAY 2026
The Board met to approve and sign a Mental Health Awareness Proclamation for May 2026.
Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign the Mental Health Awareness

Proclamation for May 2026. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried
and said proclamation was approved as follows:

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BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Lindsey Gluch, Commission Clerk

Whitney Manwaring, Chairman
501 N. Maple Room 204

Eric Jackson Blackfoot, ID 83221
Phone (208) 782-3013
Drew Jensen Fax (208) 785-4131

Lgluch@binghamid.gov
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION

WHEREAS, mental health influences the wellbeing and quality of life for all Idahoans and is essential to
building and maintaining a meaningful and healthy life and thriving communities; and

WHEREAS, across Idaho's seven regional crisis centers, services were provided to over 10,500 clients in
fiscal year 2024; and

WHEREAS, numerous Idaho Behavioral Health Boards reported that the Idahoans they serve need better
access to mental health treatment providers, especially in rural areas; and

WHEREAS, 2024 and 2025 have been the busiest years for the Idaho Crisis and Suicide Hotline in their 13
year history; and

WHEREAS, recovery and hope are possible for those living with mental illness. Idahoans and their family
members deserve access to affordable care and treatment; and

WHEREAS, education and awareness about mental health conditions and substance use disorders decrease
stigma and promote a culture of compassion and understanding; and

WHEREAS, providing access to mental health care supports the wellbeing of all Idahoans, enables individuals
to be productive members of their communities and results in lives saved and brighter futures.

NOW, THEREFORE, WE, the undersigned, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2026 to he:
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

DATED this 8" day of May 2026.

Pamela W. Eckhardt
Bingham County Clerk

“Potato Capital”

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PRIOR APPROVAL FOR PURCHASE OF ASBESTOS ABATEMENT FOR THE BINGHAM COUNTY
MUSEUM- REQUESTED BY JASON MARLOW

Present: Pamela Eckhardt- County Clerk

The Board met to hold discussion and make a decision in regard to the submitted prior approval for
purchase of asbestos abatement for the Bingham County Museum.

Clerk Eckhardt explained that this request is so that the furnace and air conditioning project can be
completed. This will be conducted by EchoShield Restoration and would be in the amount of $4,000.00.
Said cost is to be paid from Fund: 12-00-494-00.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of asbestos
abatement to be conducted by EchoShield Restoration. Said purchase is in the amount of $4,000.00
and is to be paid from Fund: 12-00-494-00. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The
motion carried.

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL MONDAY MAY 11, 2026

PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK
Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk-------------------------------

STATE OF IDAHO )
ss. Monday, May 11, 2026
County of Bingham _)

THE BOARD OF BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MET IN REGULAR SESSION. The following
matters were considered:

PRESENT: Chairman Manwaring
Commissioner Jensen
Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk
EXCUSED: Commissioner Jackson
APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA
The Board met to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 11, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 11, 2026,
as posted. Chairman Manwaring seconded. Both voted in favor. The motion carried.

TREASURERS OFFICE UPDATE
Present: Tanna Beal- Treasurer
The Board met with Tanna Beal to receive updates from within the Treasurers Office.

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL WEDNESDAY MAY 13, 2026

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STATE OF IDAHO )
: SS. Wednesday, May 13, 2026
County of Bingham _)

THE BOARD OF BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MET IN REGULAR SESSION. The following
matters were considered:

PRESENT: Commissioner Jackson

Commissioner Jensen

Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk
EXCUSED: Chairman Manwaring for morning meetings

Commissioner Jensen moved to appoint Commissioner Jackson as Temporary Chairman until
Commissioner Manwaring returns. Commissioner Jackson seconded. Both voted in favor. The
motion carried.

APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA

The Board met to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 13, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 13, 2026,
as posted. Commissioner Jackson seconded. Both voted in favor. The motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2026-34

The Board met to approve and sign Bingham County Resolution 2026-34, a resolution regarding the
destruction of records for the Assessors Office/Department of Motor Vehicles.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve Bingham County Resolution 2026-34, a
resolution regarding the destruction of records for the Assessors Office/Department of Motor
Vehicles. Commissioner Jackson seconded. Both voted in favor. The motion carried and said
resolution was approved as follows:

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BINGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION 2026-34

RESOLUTION REGARDING THE DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS
FOR THE ASSESSORS OFFICE/DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES

WHEREAS the Bingham County Assessors Office/Department of Motor Vehicles
has requested permission to destroy certain records; and

WHEREAS the Idaho Code §31-871 empowers the Board of County
Commissioners with the responsibility for classifying records for purposes of retention and
destruction; and

WHEREAS the Assessors Office has represented that all records for which
destruction is sought pertain to matters which have been concluded for the designated
period of time allowed in sections of Idaho Code; and

WHEREAS none of the records for which destruction is requested are those
required to be kept by the County permanently and indefinitely pursuant to I.C. §31-709;
Assessors Office
April 2025 Title and Title Applications

THEREFORE, it is hereby resolved that: The Assessors Office files are hereby
classified as “temporary,” as defined in 1.C. §31-871(1)(d). Furthermore, such records may

now be destroyed.

Dated this 13" day of May 2026.

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RESOLUTION 2026-35

The Board met to approve and sign Bingham County Resolution 2026-35, a resolution regarding the
destruction of records for the Bingham County Probation Services Department.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve and sign Bingham County Resolution 2026-35,
a resolution regarding the destruction of records for the Bingham County Probation Services
Department. Commissioner Jackson seconded. Both voted in favor. The motion carried and said
resolution was approved as follows:

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BINGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION 2026-35

RESOLUTION REGARDING THE DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS
FOR THE BINGHAM COUNTY PROBATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT

WHEREAS the Bingham County Probation Services Department has requested
permission to destroy certain records; and

WHEREAS the Idaho Code §31-871 empowers the Board of County
Commissioners with the responsibility for classifying records for purposes of retention and
destruction; and

WHEREAS the Bingham County Probation Services Department has represented
that all records for which destruction-is sought pertain to matters which have been —
concluded for the designated period of time allowed in sections of Idaho Code; and

WHEREAS none of the records for which destruction is requested are those
required to be kept by the County permanently and indefinitely pursuant to I.C. §31-709;
PROBATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Electronic files that are redacted due to personal identifying information for both juvenile
and adult cases. These files are all over five (5) years and the individuals are no longer on

supervised probation.

THEREFORE, it is hereby resolved that: The Probation Services files are hereby
classified as “temporary,” as defined in I.C. §31-871(1)(d). Furthermore, such records may

now be destroyed.

Dated this 13 day of May 2026.
BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSION

Whitney Manwarjng, Chairman

Pamela W. Eckharat
Bingham County Clerk

Bingham County Resolution 2026-35 Page 1 of 1

May 2026

JAIL INSPECTION
The Board of County Commissioners attended Jail Inspection with Chief Deputy Sheriff Nebeker.
SHERIFFS OFFICE

Present: Lt. Kris Talbot- Sheriffs Office
Lt. Joni Ramirez- Sheriffs Office
Matt Galloway- IT Director

The Board met to receive updates from the Sheriffs Office, along with other agenda items.

Discussion was held in regard to Addendum #2 from M2 Automation for addition to M2, JSA Annual
Contract for coverage of future camera services. The estimated cost is in the amount of $9,839.55 to be
added to the original annual contract that has already been approved for the amount of $74,612.71, which
will bring the new total to $84,002.26. Said purchase is to be paid from Fund: 05-03-524-0001.

Lt. Talbot stated this was due to having to add another camera server as the current camera system is
coming up on end of life.

Decision: This matter was put on hold for clarification on amounts.

Next, discussion was held in regard to the prior approval for purchase of one (1) premium 160 TB high-
capacity enterprise Network Video Recorder. In moving forward with the new contract with M2 Automation,
a new camera server is needed in order to be compatible with the needs of what the new system requires
to be able to record and store footage in the jail.

Said purchase is in the amount of $81,244.00, which is to be paid from Fund: 05-03-0800-0001.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of one (1)
premium 160 TB high- capacity enterprise Network Video Recorder. In moving forward with the new
contract with M2 Automation, a new camera server is needed in order to be compatible with the
needs of what the new system requires to be able to record and store footage in the jail. Said
purchase is in the amount of $81,244.00, which is to be paid from Fund: 05-03-0800-0001.
Commissioner Jackson seconded. Both voted in favor. The motion carried.

PUBLIC WORKS

Present: Dusty Whited- Public Works Director
Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel

The Board met with Dusty Whited to receive updates from within the Public Works Department, along with
other agenda items.

Discussion was held regarding acceptance of proposal regarding road maintenance for North River Estates
Subdivision. Mr. Whited stated that North River Estates submitted another proposal for review, wherein
there were three test locations provided with description of each. Mr. Whited stated the ISPWC Standards
require 95% compaction and North River is recommending that the county allows them to round the test
results to the nearest whole number percentage.

Discussion was held in regard to the test process/procedure, reporting and scheduling proposal from North
River. Mr. Whited stated this proposal would be to the advantage of North River and not in the best interest
of the county. If the road is accepted upon their proposal, the citizens in Bingham County could be paying
for expenses in the future if there are issues with the road and that is not fair.

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Commissioner Jensen stated that the county needs to maintain what has been done in the past. If variances
are given on this matter, it will set a precedence for others to expect in the future.

CONTINUE- SHERIFFS OFFICE

Commissioner Jackson stated that the Board had received clarification in regard to the prior approval for
purchase of addition to the M2 JSA Annual Contract.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the additional $9,839.55, which is to be added
to the initial $74,612.71 (already approved), for a new total of $84,002.26. Commissioner Jackson
seconded. Both voted in favor. The motion carried.

PRIOR APPROVAL- BUILDING MAINTENANCE

Present: Jason Marlow- Facilities Manager
Matt Galloway- IT Director
Kris Talbot- Sheriffs Office
Joni Ramirez- Sheriffs Office

The Board met to hold discussion in regard to the submitted prior approval for purchase of HVAC for the
new jail electrical room. The room doesn’t have an air conditioner and stays above 85 degrees in the
summer. This room houses many sensitive electrical components and needs cooled down. Said purchase
is in the amount of $10,615.87, services to be provided by JM Service Pros and paid from Sheriffs Capital
Fund.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of HVAC for the
new jail electrical room. Said purchase is in the amount of $10,615.87 and is to be paid from the
Sheriffs Capital Fund. Commissioner Jackson seconded. Both voted in favor. The motion carried.

Commissioner Manwaring took over as Chairman at this time.

MEETING TO DISCUSS EASTERN IDAHO STATE FAIR EXPENDITURES FOR BLACKFOOT CITY
POLICE AND BINGHAM COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE, WITH POTENTIAL DECISION- REQUESTED BY
RYAN JOLLEY- PROSECUTING ATTORNEY

Present: Wes Wheatley- Blackfoot Police Chief
Blake Davis- Blackfoot Police Captain
Ryan Jolley- Prosecuting Attorney
Jordyn Nebeker- Chief Deputy Sheriff
Jeff Gardner- Sheriff
Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel

The Board met to discuss Eastern Idaho State Fair expenditures for Blackfoot City Police and Bingham
County Sheriffs Office, with potential decision.

Presentation was provided to the Board of County Commissioners to explain the impact and costs that are
incurred during the Eastern Idaho State Fair.

There will be a meeting scheduled at a later date to include other counties that contribute funds to the
Eastern Idaho State Fair.

No decision was made.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

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The Board met to hold an Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(f), to communicate with
legal counsel regarding pending/imminently likely litigation. Commissioner Jensen moved to go into
Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(f), to communicate with legal counsel regarding
pending/imminently likely litigation. Commissioner Jackson seconded. Both voted in favor. The Board
moved into Executive Session at 3:20 p.m. Commissioner Jensen moved to go out of Executive Session.
Commissioner Jackson seconded. The Board moved out of Executive Session at 3:38 p.m.

Decision: No decision was made at this time.
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

Present: Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Director
Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel

The Board met with Tiffany Olsen to receive updates from within the Planning & Development Department.

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PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK
Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk-------------------------------------

STATE OF IDAHO )
: SS. Friday, May 15, 2026
County of Bingham __)

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL FRIDAY MAY 15, 2026
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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
APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA
The Board met to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 15, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 15, 2026,
as posted. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

CLAIMS
The Board met to approve Claims in the amount $ 389,894.04.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve Claims in the amount of $389,894.04.
Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2026-36

The Board met to approve Bingham County Resolution 2026-36, a resolution for destruction of records for
the Clerks Office.

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Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve Bingham County Resolution 2026-36, a
resolution for destruction of records for the Clerks Office. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All
voted in favor. The motion carried and said resolution was approved as follows:

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BINGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION 2026-36

RESOLUTION REGARDING THE DESTRUCTION
OF RECORDS MAINTAINED BY THE CLERK’S OFFICE

WHEREAS the Bingham County Clerk has requested permission to destroy certain Clerk's
Office records; and

WHEREAS Idaho Code §31-871 empowers the Board of County Commissioners with the
responsibility for classifying records for purposes of retention and destruction; and

WHEREAS the Bingham County Clerk has represented that the records for which
destruction is sought pertain to matters which have been concluded for the designated
period of time allowed in sections of the Idaho Code; and

WHEREAS none of the records for which destruction is requested are required to be kept
by the Counly permanently and indefinitely pursuant to Idaho Code §31-709.

THEREFORE, it is hereby resolved that the following Clerk's Office records are considered
semi-permanent and have been retained for a minimum of five (5) years.

2016 — 2018 Tax Apportionment Reports

2018 — 2021 Emergency Communications Enhanced Fee Payments
2019 — 2020 Remittance Proof Detail Reports

Commissioner Claim Approval Report FY2020

Claims FY2020 10/1/2019 — 9/30/2020

Commissioner Claim Approval Report FY2021

Claims FY2021 10/1/2020 — 9/30/2021

Payroll Books (containing payroll register, direct deposit report, timesheets)
1112014 — 12/2014

1/2015 — 12/2015

112016 — 12/2016

112017 — 12/2017

1/2018 — 12/2018

1/2019 — 12/2019

1/2020 — 12/2020

1/2021 — 12/2021

Furthermore, such records may now be destroyed,

Bingham Counly Resolution 2026-36 Page 1 of 2

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Dated this 15" day of May, 2026
ATTEST:

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Bingham County Clerk

Bingham County Resolution 2026-36

BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSION

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DECISION REGARDING USE OF PATRIOT FIELD FOR AMERICA 250 PLEIN AIR COMPETITION ON
JUNE 4, 2026, FROM 5:30 P.M., UNTIL DARK.

Present: Pamela Eckhardt- County Clerk

The Board met to hold discussion and make a decision in regard to the submitted request for use of
Patriot Field for American 250 Plein Air Competition on June 4, 2026, from 5:30 p.m., until dark, wherein
20-30 artists will pain out in the open and the public can observe. The winners of this competition will
display their work at the Candy Jar.

The Board had no issues with the request.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve use of Patriot Field for American 250 Plein Air
Competition on June 4, 2026, from 5:30 p.m., until dark. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted
in favor. The motion carried.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Board met to hold an Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(d), to consider

records that are exempt from public disclosure. Commissioner Jackson moved to go into Executive Session
pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(d), to consider records that are exempt from public disclosure.
Commissioner Jensen seconded. Both voted in favor. The Board moved into Executive Session at 8:44
a.m. Commissioner Jensen moved to go out of Executive Session. Commissioner Jackson seconded. The
Board moved out of Executive Session at 8:53 a.m.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Application for Indigent Cremation, Case
Number 2026-3. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

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STATE OF IDAHO )
: Ss. Monday, May 18, 2026
County of Bingham __)

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL MONDAY MAY 18, 2026

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
APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA

The Board moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 18, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 18, 2026.
Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

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EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Board met to hold an Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206(1)(a)&(b), to consider
personnel matters. Commissioner Jackson moved to go into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code
§74-206(1)(a)&(b), to consider personnel matters. Commissioner Jensen seconded. Both voted in favor.
The Board moved into Executive Session at 10:39 p.m. Commissioner Jensen moved to go out of Executive
Session. Commissioner Jackson seconded. The Board moved out of Executive Session at 11:17 p.m.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve offering the Solid Waste Operator position to
the individual discussed within Executive Session. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in
favor. The motion carried.

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL WEDNESDAY MAY 20, 2026

PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK
Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk-----------------------------------

STATE OF IDAHO )
: ss. Wednesday, May 20, 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

APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA
The Board met to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 20, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 20, 2026.
Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

APPROVAL OF REASON & DECISION FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING HELD FOR MEDIATED
CONDITIONS ON THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR JEFF & JULIE KRUEGER

The Board met to approve and sign the Reason & Decision for the Public Hearing held for the mediated
conditions on the Conditional Use Permit for Jeff & Julie Krueger.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign the Reason & Decision for the Public

Hearing held in regard to the mediated conditions on the Conditional Use Permit for Jeff & Julie
Krueger. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

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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 voted in favor. The
Board moved into Executive Session at 8:36 a.m. Commissioner Jackson moved to go out of Executive
Session. Commissioner Jensen seconded. The Board moved out of Executive Session at 8:48 a.m.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the employee that was on a monthly salary to
move to an hourly salary, allowing them to move 15 % hours to leave time bank. Commissioner
Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

SHERIFFS OFFICE

Present: Jeff Gardner- Sheriff
Jordyn Nebeker- Chief Deputy Sheriff

The Board met with Sheriff Gardner to receive updates within the Sheriffs Office, along with other agenda
items.

Discussion was held in regard to the prior approval for purchase of 31 used body cameras with spare
batteries and 4 large docking stations from the Bonneville County Sheriffs Office. The estimated cost is
approximately $12,500.00, which it to be paid from Fund: 05-02-802-0050.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of 31 used
body cameras with spare batteries and 4 large docking stations from the Bonneville County Sheriffs
Office. The estimated cost is approximately $12,500.00, which it to be paid from Fund: 05-02-802-
0050. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

PUBLIC WORKS

Present: Dusty Whited- Public Works Director
Troy Lenhart- Road & Bridge Supervisor
Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel
Zoom: Darcy Heckathorne- ISDA

The Board met with Dusty Whited to receive updates from within the Public Works Department, along with
other agenda items.

Discussion was held in regard to the request submitted by Darcy Heckathorne, ISDA, to place insect traps
off county roads on the right-of-way in Bingham County. Ms. Heckathorne explained that they are asking
for permission to use the right of way along the county roads, wherein there will be surveys for invasive
pests that are off the federal watch list and have the potential of coming into Idaho and damaged crops.
This year in Bingham County they will conduct grain survey and therefore are asking to place 4 traps. These
will be connected to the power poles off of the shoulder of the road in attempt to be out of the way of the
county mowing or farming operations. Ms. Heckathorne stated that they will not set foot on private property
but will remain on the shoulder of the road.

Ms. Heckathorne stated there will be 4 traps set and the plan is to have them placed next week, if approved
by the Board today.

The Board was in favor of the submitted request.
Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the request to place insect traps off county
roads within the right of way in Bingham County, submitted by Darci Heckathorne, ISDA.

Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

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Discussion was held in regard to the submitted prior approval for purchase of truck edges. Said purchase
is in the amount of $18,004.80, which is to be paid from Fund: 02-47-499-01.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of truck edges.
Said purchase is in the amount of $18,004.80, which is to be paid from Fund: 02-47-499-01.
Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

MEETING TO RECEIVE THE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION’S RECOMMENDATION TO
APPROVE THE ELEVATED BUSINESS PARK SUBDIVISION ON LAND ZONED LIGHT
MANUFACTURING, CONSISTING OF APPROX. 5.99 ACRES, LOCATED ON PARCEL NUMBER
RP0224603 AND RP0190806, FOR APPLICANT HIGH TECH COMFORT, LLC

Present: Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Director
Chris Street- HLE

The Board met to receive the Planning & Zoning Commission’s recommendation to approve the Elevated
Business Park Subdivision on land zoned Light Manufacturing, consisting of approx. 5.99 acres, located on
parcel number RP0224603 and RP0190806, for Applicant High Tech Comfort, LLC. Chairman Manwaring
welcomed all to the meeting and held introductions for county staff and the Applicant’s Representative.

Prior to the Meeting, the Board of County Commissioners, reviewed the Application and materials submitted
by the Applicant along with the Staff Report and all supplemental maps, notices and other materials.

REASON

After presentation of the Staff Report by Addie Jo Jackman, Assistant Planning & Development Director,
the Board of County Commissioners held discussion and deliberation, wherein they found the following:

1. The Application met the requirements of Bingham County Code Title 10, Chapter 14, Subdivision
Regulations; and

2. The subject parcel is zoned “M1” Light Manufacturing and meets the requirements of Bingham
County Code Section 10-4-2(G), which states the purpose of this zone; and

3. The lands surrounding the proposed subdivision are also zoned “M1” Light Manufacturing and
consist of portions of farm ground and other light manufacturing businesses, which is consistent
with the proposed features of the Application; and

4. The Application met the requirements of Bingham County Code Section 10-6-6(B)(5), as the
proposed lots exceed the 1-acre minimum allowed for in a “M1” zone with individual culinary wells,
septic systems, and drainfields on each lot; and

5. Thecost of connection to the Groveland Water and Sewer District would not be feasible for a 3-Lot
subdivision and agreed that development should be allowed to proceed with individual septic
systems on each lot, as proposed by the Applicant; and

6. Adequate access to all lots will be extended from 100 N. Pioneer Road via a new private road with
proper permitting from the Bingham County Public Works Department; and

7. Lots are located within the United Canal Company using the Clark Lateral, with adequate water
shares to deliver irrigation to each lot. The existing open irrigation ditch will be relocated along the
west boundary, and a new ditch will be built along the north and east boundaries to serve Lot 3.
Approval was obtained from the United Canal Company and from the downstream water users, as

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shown in Exhibit A-9A. The Board found that from the Application details, the property owner will
retain all 15 water shares, and a Water Users Agreement will be recorded to govern irrigation for
all lots; and

8. The proposed subdivision is considered to be consistent with the Bingham County Comprehensive
Plan, as the area is designated as Industrial/Commercial, which supports the Light Manufacturing
Zoning District.

Chairman Manwaring stated the proposed use fits the surrounding properties and there was no testimony
received in opposition or Neutral, at the Planning & Zoning Commission Public Hearing.

Commissioner Jackson and Commissioner Jensen both agreed and has no concerns in regard to the
Application.

DECISION

Commissioner Jensen moved to uphold the Planning & Zoning Commission’s recommendation to
approve the Elevated Business Park Subdivision and approve the development, located west and
northwest of 624 W 100 N, Blackfoot, Idaho, on approx. 5.99 acres, as proposed by Property
Owner/Applicant, High Tech Comfort, LLC. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor.
The motion carried.

Request for Reconsideration/Judicial Review: Upon denial or approval of a zone change, with adverse
conditions, pursuant to Idaho Code Section 67-6535(2)(b), the Applicant or affected person seeking Judicial
Review of compliance with the provisions of this section must first seek reconsideration of the final decision
within fourteen (14) days. Such written request must identify specific deficiencies in the decision for which
reconsideration is sought.

Regulatory Takings: Additionally, the Applicant may request a regulatory takings analysis as per Idaho
Code Section 67-8003. An affected person aggrieved by a final decision concerning matters identified in
Section 67-6521(1)(a), Idaho Code may within twenty-eight (28) days after all remedies have been
exhausted under local ordinance, seek Judicial Review as provided by Chapter 52, Title 67, Idaho Code.

RECOGNITION OF MARTHA OVERDORF FOR THE VETERANS MEMORIAL PROJECT
The Board met to recognize Martha Overdorf for the Veterans Memorial Project.
PRESENTATION OF FISCAL 2025 AUDIT BY WIPFLI

Present: Pamela Eckhardt- County Clerk
Laura Lora- Chief Deputy Clerk
Fred Goodworth- WIPFLI
Tanna Beal- County Treasurer
Matt Galloway- IT Director
Laraine Pope- Human Resources
Jeff Gardner- Sheriff
Derrick Going- Solid Waste Director
Paul Rogers- County Legal Counsel
Troy Lenhart- Road & Bridge Supervisor

The Board met to receive presentation of the Fiscal 2025 Audit.

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APPROVAL & SIGNING OF FULL SATISFACTION OF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR TRESSEL
SUBDIVISION

Present: Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Director
The Board met to approve and sign the Full Satisfaction of Development Agreement for Tressel Subdivision.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve and sign the Full Satisfaction of Development
Agreement for Tressel Subdivision. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The
motion carried.

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL FRIDAY,MAY 22, 2026

PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK
Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk-----------------------------------

STATE OF IDAHO )
: ss. Friday, May 22, 2026
County of Bingham —)

THE BOARD OF BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MET IN REGULAR SESSION. The following
matters were considered:

PRESENT: Chairman Manwaring
Commissioner Jensen
Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk
EXCUSED: Commissioner Jackson
APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA
The Board moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 22, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the Commissioner Agenda for May 22, 2026, as
posted. Chairman Manwaring seconded. Both voted in favor. The motion carried.

CLAIMS
Claims were approved in the amount of $285,778.16.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve Claims in the amount of $285,778.16. Chairman
Manwaring seconded. Both voted in favor. The motion carried.

PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS

The Board met to approve Personnel Action Forms, which were as follows:

Employee Status Sheet: Detention Deputy to Detention Corporal
Detention Deputy to Detention Corporal
New Employee Status Sheet: Legal Assistant/Victim Witness Coordinator

Detention Deputy

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COLLEGE OF EASTERN IDAHO

The Board approved one (1) Certificate of Residency, which was sent to the College of Eastern Idaho for
the following Bingham County student: Ilona S. Freeborn.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve Cash Warrants, Claims, Administrative
Documents and Personnel Action Forms. Chairman Manwaring seconded. Both voted in favor. The
motion carried.

APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 2026-37, A RESOLUTION FOR SURPLUS OF COUNTY PROPERTY
The Board met to approve Bingham County Resolution 2026-37, a resolution for surplus of county property.
Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve Bingham County Resolution 2026-37, a
resolution for surplus of county property. Chairman Manwaring seconded. Both voted in favor. The

motion carried.

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL WEDNESDAY MAY 27, 2026

PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK
Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk----------------------------------

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STATE OF IDAHO )
: SS. Wednesday, May 27, 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

APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA
The Board met to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 27, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 27, 2026,
as posted. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 2026-28, DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS FOR THE SHERIFFS OFFICE

The Board met to approve Bingham County Resolution 2026-28, destruction of records for the Sheriffs
Office.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve and sign Bingham County Resolution 2026-28,

destruction of records for the Sheriffs Office. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor.
The motion carried and said resolution was approved as follows:

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BINGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION 2026-28

RESOLUTION REGARDING THE DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS
FOR THE SHERIFFS OFFICE

WHEREAS the Bingham County Sheriffs Office has requested permission to
destroy certain records; and

WHEREAS the Idaho Code §31-871 empowers the Board of County
Commissioners with the responsibility for classifying records for purposes of retention and
destruction; and

WHEREAS the Sheriffs Office has represented that all records for which destruction
is sought pertain to matters which have been concluded for the designated period of time
allowed in sections of Idaho Code; and

WHEREAS none of the records for which destruction is requested are those
required to be kept by the County permanently and indefinitely pursuant to I.C. §31-709;
SHERIFFS OFFICE

See Attached “Exhibit A”

THEREFORE, it is hereby resolved that: The Sheriffs Office files are hereby
classified as “temporary,” as defined in I.C. §31-871(1)(d). Furthermore, such records may
now be destroyed,

Dated this 17'" day of April 2026.

BINGHAM COUNTY COMMISSION

2 Me eel dish LM,
Pamela W, Eckhardt
Bingham County Clerk

Bingham County Resolution 2026-28 Page 1 of 1

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BINGHAM COUNTY
SHERIFF JEFF GARDNER
(208) 785-4440
501 N. MAPLE ST. #405
BLACKFOOT, ID 83221

County Records Destruction list
April 13, 2026

Bingham County Sheriff's Office Records Is requesting approval for destruction of the following
items:

Box 1: 1995 County Incident Reports
Box 2: 2005 County Incident Reports
Box 3: 1996 City Accidents

Box 4: 1995 City Accidents

Box 5: 1999 County Incident Reports
Box 6: 1991 County Incident Reports
Box 7: 1992 County Incident Reports
Box 8: 2006 County Incident Reports
Box 9: 2004 County Incident Reports
Box 10: 2002 County Incident Reports
Box 11: 1995 Arrest Reports

Kaitlin Smith
Records Clerk

KimberLee Arms
Office Manager

APPROVAL OF REASON & DECISION FOR ELEVATED BUSINESS PARK
The Board met to approve and sign the Reason & Decision for Elevated Business Park.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Reason & Decision for Elevated Business
Park, as written. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

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PUBLIC WORKS

Present: Dusty Whited- Public Works Director
Troy Lenhart- Road & Bridge Supervisor
Kraig Edwards- Public Works
Nate Clark- Rockwell Homes
Caden Fuhriman- Eagle Rock Engineering
Curtis Johnson- Eagle Rock Engineering
Luke Jolley- HLE
Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Director

The Board met with Dusty Whited to received updates from within Public Works, along with other agenda
items.

Discussion was held in regard to the request submitted by Caden Fuhriman, Eagle Rock Engineering, in
regard to North River Estates Subdivision testing proposal. Mr. Whited stated that a work session was held
last week in regard to the proposal and there were a few items that he was not in favor of and would like to
decline the proposal due to reporting sections 2, 3, and 3A which have to do with rounding and reporting to
the nearest whole number and the second is for a 1 %% variance to the testing. Mr. Whited stated that he
does not believe that the county should be accepting any numbers that do not meet minimum standards.
Mr. Whited stated that even if there is a variance in testing going down instead of coming up, it is expected
to see the majority of the test results still above the minimum of 95%. Mr. Whited spoke with another
engineer who stated that he did not feel that the county should accept the proposal and should hold to the
95% requirement.

Curtis Johnson, Rockwell Homes, stated that he agrees that 95% compaction should be met and if under
that requirement, there will be settling. Mr. Johnson stated that he is proposing that they believe the test
will be at 95% but results will show a little less but really would be above the requirement. Mr. Johnson
stated that he has spoken with several entities since the last meeting and every single person stated that
they have had this occurrence and the county/city have been great to work with and understand that there
will be a tolerance of the 1 1/2%. Mr. Johnson stated that some said there has been up to 3%. Mr. Johnson
stated that he is not saying the results are less than 95% but that there will be settling and there may be
tests come in at 93% but there should be some tolerance as to what that affect was when reverse digging.
Mr. Johnson stated that he is not trying to get away with anything or leave the county with an inferior product
that will fade over time and cause issues. Mr. Johnson stated that he does not wand to go through all of the
time, money and effort, for a few of the results not to meet requirements and it is not accepted. Mr. Johnson
stated that he cannot feel confident in proceeding with this testing with the conversations that have been
held with Mr. Whited because he has been hard pressed at 95%. Mr. Johnson stated that he believes there
will be testing that comes in at 94% because during the testing it was disturbed. Mr. Johnson stated that he
asked HLE to attend this meeting as the County has referred to them several times during this process and
therefore, he would ask that HLE conduct the testing.

Chairman Manwaring stated when Mr. Johnson initially met with the Board, it was stated that there was
testing done and the results were below the 95%, which is something that caught his attention. Chairman
Manwaring stated that he feels there are concerns that the further results will not meet requirements. Mr.
Johnson stated that he agrees but the road was tested in reverse and the road could hit 95% but in retesting
there will be a minimal decrease in percentage. Mr. Johnson stated there were some results showing 94%
and 95%. Mr. Johnson stated that Rockwell Homes is willing to bond the road in case there are any issues
because that is how confident he is.

Mr. Whited stated there is a risk of accepting the roads if the county does not know if standards have been
met. Mr. Johnson stated it does not make sense to put forth the money if there is zero tolerance in the test
results, when he knows for a fact that there will be some disturbance because of the reverse testing.

Luke Jolley, HLE, explained that settling from the trench is more often seen is because outside of the trench,
anything below subgrade, is at negative compaction. Mr. Jolley stated there was a trench down from

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Melaleuca on 65" South that there were test results from a lift station to the offramp for sewer and that first
spring it settled and those were all above 95% but after that first frost thaw, it stopped and came back up.
Mr. Jolley stated that settling happens around manholes is because most times people do not do
compaction tests surrounding the manholes and less effort is put in by the contractor around those areas.
Mr. Jolley stated for that reason, HLE has a standard to test close to the manholes to be certain. Chairman
Manwaring asked Mr. Jolley if the type of soil affects the compaction, wherein Mr. Jolley stated the type of
soil can affect compaction. Chairman Manwaring asked if every engineering firm has the same type of
testing, wherein Mr. Jolley explained there would be a little bit of a variance but not much. Mr. Jolley stated
the biggest thing in regard to this subdivision is that there is gravely soil and silty soil on top and when it
gets excavated out, if they do not separate the two soils, it gets mixed.

Commissioner Jensen asked Mr. Jolley for his opinion in regard to testing from the ground up and testing
from the top to the bottom. Mr. Jolley explained that the soil could be disturbed but there are ways during
the testing could be mitigated.

Mr. Whited again voiced his concerns about the standard and requirements not being met and it is the
responsibility of Rockwell Homes to prove now that the 95% can be met as they continued with the road
without the proper inspections and testing. Mr. Whited reiterated that whatever the test results may be, he
does not make the final decision, but the decision is made by the Board of County Commissioners to accept
the road.

Commissioner Jackson stated that Mr. Whited has spoken to qualified individuals that deal with this for a
living and therefore, he would follow the recommendations provided by Mr. Whited and see what the results
of testing may be in order to proceed.

Mr. Whited stated in the documentation provided, there was a test that failed at a certain station, and it was
stated that they added water because the moisture percentage went from 4.3% to 5.9%, re-compacted and
the compaction went to 96.2%. In a normal situation, they should not be allowed to go to the next phase of
testing until that step passes.

Commissioner Jensen stated if the Board made the decision to allow a variance, that would set a
precedence for the future and there would be others requesting the same. Therefore, he believes that the
county should be consistent with its requirements.

Mr. Whited also proposed having HLE conduct the testing. The Board concurred.

Chairman Manwaring stated that it is hard for the Board to make a decision to accept the road when the
results are unknown. Therefore, he would like to see the results from the testing.

Commissioner Jackson asked Mr. Whited if he had put together an estimate of how much time and money
this has cost the citizens of Bingham County to try to fix this issue. Mr. Whited stated that it would be
substantial, but he has no calculated amounts. Mr. Whited stated costs that the county has paid for an
engineer's opinion alone are approximately $3,000.00, which does not include time/salaries.

Commissioner Jackson asked Mr. Johnson how long Rockwell Homes has been in business, wherein Mr.
Johnson stated they have been in business for almost 30 years. Commissioner Jackson asked if this was
the first time that this issue had occurred, wherein Mr. Johnson stated that was correct. Commissioner
Jackson asked Mr. Johnson if his company had reviewed how this mistake occurred, wherein Mr. Johnson
confirmed and stated that discussion was held with all parties involved.

Mr. Whited stated that he would propose to exclude proposal numbers 2, 3 and 3A, which are located under
Reporting within the provided proposal.

Discussion was held in regard to the potential of the road becoming a private road, if and when the Board

does not accept the road to be county. Ms. Olsen stated that Bingham County Code only allows for 4
residences on a private road but that the Board could make an exception and allow, due to the roads not

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benefiting the county to maintain. Ms. Olsen reiterated that in the event the testing is not supported by
Public Works, the Board could approve and allow a private road plat without having to hold another meeting
before the Board.

Chairman Manwaring stated that his proposal would be to proceed with testing and if the results do not
meet requirements, allow the subdivision to proceed with a private road. Chairman Manwaring mentioned
allowing Rockwell Homes to provide a 10 year bond or guarantee and if there were any future issues with
the road, they would split cost with the county to repair the road. Mr. Whited stated that could be an option
if most of the samples passed but a few did not. Mr. Whited stated that he would agree with Mr. Johnson
that it is in anybody's best interest for the road to be a private road nor is it in anybody's best interest if it is
private without any testing done, as it would still come before the Planning & Zoning Commission and
Board, for a decision to be made on a road there is no information on. Mr. Whited stated that the testing is
vital and after the test results are seen, can work together to come up with a plan to proceed.

Chairman Manwaring stated that if some of the test results are no less than 1.5% below requirements, a
guarantee is received that they will assist with repairs to the road. Especially where the road was placed so
long ago and the testing is being done backwards, that is why he is proposing this solution. It would be
different if it occurred only a few months ago. Commissioner Jackson concurred and stated if the road was
not built right, testing will show.

Commissioner Jackson stated if some results come back higher, to show that they were above standard,
he be in favor of taking that into consideration.

Commissioner Jensen stated that he understands that with the loss of the moisture, the variance needs to
be taken into consideration.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve the North River Estates testing proposal, except
for change on reporting number 2, to the 10" percentage point, number 3A to 1 1/2% variance and
addition of number 4, to have a 10 year bond in place to cover costs if the road has issues or there
are repairs needed. Commissioner Jackson seconded.

Commissioner Jensen moved to amend his motion to add that if the testing fails, North River
Estates has the ability to go to a private road. Commissioner Jackson seconded. All voted in favor.
The motion carried.

Discussion was held in regard to the submitted prior approval for purchase of 12 tires for equipment. Said
purchase is in the amount of $2,621.76, which is to be paid from Fund: 02-47-473-01.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the prior approval for purchase of 12 tires for
equipment. Said purchase is in the amount of $2,621.76, which is to be paid from Fund: 02-47-473-
01. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

APPROVAL OF CANVASS FOR THE MAY 1974 ELECTION
Present: Pamela Eckhardt- County Clerk
Megan Kearsey- Election Director
Kelli Robbins- Election Clerk
Libbie McBurney- Election Clerk
The Board met to approve the CANVASS for the May 19! Election.
Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the CANVASS for the May 19" Election, as

presented. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried and approved
as follows:

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Summary Results Report
Primary Election
May 19, 2026

Statistics

Registered Voters: Total
Registered Voters - Democratic
Registered Voters - Libertarian
Registered Voters « Republican
Registered Voters - Nonpartisan
Ballots Cast - Total

Ballots Cast - Democratic
Ballots Cast + Libertarian —
Ballots Cast - Republican
Ballots Cast - Nonpartisan
Voter Turnout - Total

Voter Turnout - Democratic
Voter Turnout - Libertarian
Voter Turnout - Republican

Voter Turnout - Nonpactisan

DEM US Senator
Vote For i

Nickolas 007 Bonds

Brad Moore

David Roth
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

DEM US Rep Dist 2
Vote For}

Exie Gilbeeath
Julle Wiley
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

TOTAL Election Day Absentee Early Voting

An
1610

164

16,621

$066

9662 6,814 993 B55
559 393 12 4
16 13 2 1
7902 «6,242 859 802
185 166 " 8
36.91%

34.72%

‘9.16%

47.51%

3.65%

TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting

52 9.67% 4 ?
205 =: 38.10% 148 oi
281 $2.23% 184 a
Q 0 0
21 18 3
559 393 122
28 of 28

TOTAL VOTE% Election Day Absentee Early Voting

310 57.62% 212 48
228 = 42.30% 162 42
0 0 0
2 19 2
559 393 122
28 of 28

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DEM Governor
Vote Fart

Maxine Durand

Jill C. Kirkham

Terr Pickens

Chanelle Torrez

Overvoles
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

DEM Lt Governor
Yote Fort

Eric Myricks
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reparing

DEM Secretary of State

Vote For 1

Shawn Keenan
Overvotes
_Underrotes
Contest Totals
: Precincts Reponing

DEM State Controller

Vote For 1

Rakesh Mohan
Overvoles
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

DEM State Treasurer

Vote For}

Kevin A Jones
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

TOTAL

90
149
236

72

2

10

559

VOTES Election Day

16.45% 73
27.24% 99
"43.44% 153
13.16% 8?

1

10

393

28 of 28

TOTAL

510
0
49
559

28 of 28,

TOTAL

519

0

46

559

28 of 28

TOTAL

508
0
§1
§59
28 of 28

TOTAL

$03

0

56

§59

28 of 28

VOIE% Election Day

- 100,00% 352
0
rT

393

VOTE% Election Day

100.005 354
-

39

393

VOTE% Election Day

100,00% 350
0

43

393

VOYE% Election Day

100.00% 348
0

45

393

Absentee Early Voting
4 3

4 __ 9

59 24

? 8

1

Oo 0

122 44
Absentee Early Voting
119 39

0 0

3 ’

122 44
Absentee Early Voting
118 4a

0 0

4 3

122 44
Absentee Early Voting
118 40

0 0

4 4

122 44
Absentee Early Voting
118 37

0 0

4 ?

122 44

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Primary Election
May 19, 2026

ee

DEM Attorney General
Vote For

Lori Hickman
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

DEM Superintendent
Vote Fort

Becky Sundin Mitchell
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Tots
Precincts Reporting

DEM State Senator Dist 30
Vote For 1

Joni Lin Sorensen
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

$13

0

M6

589

28 of 28

TOTAL VOTE% Election Day
10.00% 354

0

39

393

TOTAL

510

0

49

559

28 of 28

TOTAL

513

0

46

$59

28 of 28

DEM State Representative Dist 30 Seat B

Vota Fort

Bree Buckingham
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals ;
Precincts Reporting

DEM Committeeman Blackfoot 6
Vote For}

tan W. Van Cleave
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

TOTAL

$03

i)

5

559

28 of 28

TOTAL

27

0

4

31
loft

VOTE% Election Day
100,00% 352
0

4

393

VOTE% Election Day
100.00% 354
0

39

393

VOTE % Election Day
100.00% 347
0

46

393

VOTE% Election Day
100.00% 16
0

3

19

Absentee Earty Voting
N9 40
00

3 4
200d
Absentee Early Voting
18 40

0 0

4 4

122 44
Absentee Early Voting
118 4

0 0

4 3

122 YM
Absentee Early Voting
118 4%

0 0

4 6

122 44
Absentee Eariy Voting
8 3

0 0

1 0

9 3

UNOFFICIAL RESULTS

May 2026

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Summary Results Report UNOFFICIAL RESULTS
Primary Election
May 19, 2026 Bingham

LT

DEM Committeeman Shelley 13

Vote For]
TOTAL VOTES ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Joni Lin Sorensen 22 = 100,00% 19 2 1
Overvotes 0 ; 0 0 0
Undervotes , 0 0 0 0
Contest Totals 2 19 2 1
Precincts Reporling loft
DEM Committeeman Aberdeen 15
Vote For 1
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Catherine Z Fretwell 31: 100.00% 31 q 0
Overvotes 0 0 0 0
Undervotes , 30 3 0 0
Contest Totals 44 34 oF 0
Precincts Ruponting tof]
LIB US Senator
Vote Fret
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Earty Voting
Matt Loesby 14 100.00% rT 2° 4
Overvotes 0 0 0 0
Undervotes a) 2 0 0
Contest Totals 16 "43 2 1
Preciacts Reporting 28 of 28 , ,
LIB US Rep Dist 2
Vote For!
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Will Johanson 14 100.00% WW 2 1
Overvotes 0 0 0 0
Undervotes 2 , 2 n) 0
Contest Totals 16 13 2 1
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28

LIB Governor

Voto Fort
TOTAL VOTES ElectlonDay Absentee Early Voting
Melissa-Sue Robinson 7 46.67% 6 1 0
Paul Sand 8 — §3.33% 6 1 1
Overvotes 0 0 0 0
Undervotes 1 1 0 0
Contest Totals 16 13 2 1
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28

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Summary Results Report UNOFFICIAL RESULTS
Primary Election
May 19, 2026 Bingha
a ge en ee ei ene
REP US Senator
Vote For}
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentea Early Voting
Joe Evans 905 12.16% 699 108 98
Denny Lave 261 3.51% 218 24 19
Jim Risch 555) 74.58% 4,421 893 §37
Josh Roy 72% (9.95% 857 10S 64
Overvotes 3 1 4 1
Undervotes 456 846 27 83
Contest Totals 7,902 6242 858802
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28
REP US Rep Dist 2
Vote Fee}
TOTAL VOTE% ElectlonDay Absentee Early Voting
Brian Keene 1276 172% 977 154 145
Perry Shumway , 139% (18.73% 01,113 161 122
Mike Simpson 4781 64.15% 3,811 508 462
Overvotes. 3 2 1 0
Undervotes 446 339234 7
Contest Totals 7902 6,242 958 802
Precincts Reporting ; 28 of 28 , :
REP Governor
Vote For!
JOTAL VOYE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Sean Calvert Crystal 189 2.12% 124 26 9
Mark Fitepatsick 1,264 16.80% 1,057 87 120
Daniel C. Fowler 189 2.52% 151 19 19
Ethan Giles 185 2.47% 155 15 15
Ron James 215 (2.87% 161 29 25
Brad Little 4962 66.528 = 9,887 593 502
Lisa Marle 31 4.42% 24 27 30
Justin R. Plante 165 2.20% 129 28 8
Overvotes 2 2 0 0
Undervotes 410 302 a4 74
Contest Totals 7,902 6,242 858 802
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28
REP Lt Governor
Vote Fort
TOTAL VOTE% flectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Scott Bedke 6,454 100.00% 5,165 703 586
Overvotes 0 0 0 0
Undervotes 1,448 1077 155 216
Contest Totals 7,902 6,242 858 802
Precincts Reporting 20 of 28

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Summary Results Report UNOFFICIAL RESULTS
Primary Election
May 19, 2026 Bingham
LS
REP Secretary of State
Voto For 1
TOTAL VOTE% ElectlonDay Absentee Early Voting
Phil McGrane 6,546 — 100.00% 5,220 721 605
Overvotes | 8 0 9 0
Undervotes 1,356 1,022 137 197
Contest Totals _ 7,902 6,242 358 802
Precincts Reporting 28 of 23
REP State Controller
Vote For}
TOTAL VOTE% Election Day Absentee Early Voting
Brendon 0 Wooll 6525 — 100.00% $219 707 599
Overvotes ; 0 0 0 0
Underroles 1,377 1,023 161 203
Contest Totals 7,902 6,242 a5@ B02
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28
REP State Treasurer
Vote Fort
TOTAL YOTE®% ElectionDay Absentee Early Yoting
Julie A. Elsworth 6,502 —-100.00% $202 12 588
Overvoles 0 0 0 0
Undervotes 1,400 1,040 146 214
Contest Totals 7,902 ‘ 6,242 858 802
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28
REP Attorney General
Vote For!
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Raul R. Labrador 6,540 100.00% §,260 679 601
Overvotes Q 0 0 0
Undervotes 1,362 982 179 201
Contest Totals 7,902 6,242 858 802
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28
REP Superintendent
Vote Fort
TOTAL VOIE% ElectionDey Absenteo Early Voting
Debbie Critchfletd 6 AGO =: 100,00% 5,168 N2 §80
Overvotes ; 0 0 0 0
Undeivoles 1,442 1,074 146 272
Contest Totals 7,902 6,242 858 802
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28

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er

REP State Senator Dist 30
*Vote Fort

Ethan Neff

Julie VanOrden
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

3,013
4,721
2

166

TOTAL VOTE’ Election Day
38.96% 2,447

61.04% 3,656

2

137

6,242

7,902

28 of 28

REP State Representative Dist 30 Seat A

Vote Fort

David Cannon
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

TOTAL

6,534
0
1,368
7,902
20 of 28

REP Stalu Representative Olst 30 Scat B

Vote Fort

Ben G. Fubsiman

Jullanne Young
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

REP Commissioner Dist 1
Vote Fort

Drew Jensen

Tim Shurtz
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Reporting

REP Commissioner Dist 2
Vote For 1

Whitney K, Manwaring

Victor Salinas
Overvotes
Undervotes
Contest Totals
Precincts Repoxting

TOTAL

4,281
3,497

$

119
7,902
28 of 28

TOTAL

$212
2,079
2

609
7902
28 028

TOTAL

4,918
2412

0

$72
7,902
28 of 28

VOTE% Election Day
100.00% 5,216
0
1,026
6,242

VOTES Election Day
55.04% 3,337
44.96% 2,812

ae”
88
6,242

VOTE% Election Day
TAGS 4,062
28.51% 1,683

2
495
6,242

VOTE % Election Day
67.09% 3,906
32.91% 1,855

0
4at
6,242

Absentee Early Voting
269 297

579 486

0 0

10 9

858 802
Absentee Early Voting
710 608

9 a

148 194

858 802
Absentee Eatly Voting
510 444

336 349

0 6

12 WD

858 802
Absentee Early Voting
605 $45
208188

0 6

48 cs)

858 802
Absentee Eatly Voting
562 450

263 24

0 0

8 58

858 802

May 2026

UNOFFICIAL RESULTS

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Summary Results Report UNOFFICIAL RESULTS
Primary Election
May 19, 2026 Bingham
i
REP County Clerk
Vote For}
TOTAL YOTE% Election Day Absentee Early Voting
Pain Wray Eckhardt 6,651 10.00% $255 743 633
Overvotes ; 9 0 0 0
Undervoles 1,251 987 118 149
Contes! Totals 7,902 6242 858 802
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28
REP County Treasurer
Vote For}
TOTAL YOTE% Election Day Absentee Early Voting
Jodie Ricks 6588  100.00% 5,230 722 6%6
Overvoles 0 0 0 0
Undervotes 1,314 1,012 136 165
Contest Totals 7,902 6242 ase 802
Precincts Reporting 28 of 20 ——
REP County Assessor
Vote fort
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Donavan D. Herrington 5063 69.88% 3,962 593 508
Jonathan Stimens ; 2,182 30.12% 1,746 225 2
Overvoles 2 1 0 1
Undervotes 655 |
Contest Totals 7,902 6242 ese (B02
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28
REP County Coroner
Vote For 3
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Yoting
James “Jimmy” Roberts 2,132 28.30% 1,533 349 250
Scott 0. Tweedy 5,402 71.70% 4398 483 521
Overvotes 1 1 0 0
Undervotes 367 310 26 31
Contest Totals 7,902 6,242 8sa 802
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28

REP Committeeman Blackfoot 1

Vote For]
TOTAL VOTE% Election Day Absentee Early Voting
Sherilyn Goodworth 114 44,53% 83 " 20
Jaron Ricks 42 55.47% 87 24 31
, Overvotes 0 0 6 0
Undenvotes 19 10 1 8
Contest Totals 275 180 36 59
Precincts Reporting loft

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Summary Results Report UNOFFICIAL RESULTS
Primary Election
May 19, 2026 Bingham
Supreme Court - C
Yote Fort
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Gregory W, Moeller 7,094 —-100,00% §,647 829 618
Overvotes — o 0 0 0
Undervotes ; 1,568 1,167 164 237
Contest Totals 8,662 6,814 993 855
Precincts Reporting 26 of 28
Supreme Court - E
Vote For 1
TOTAL VOTE% ElectlonDay Absentee Early Voting
Cynthia K.C. Meyer 7,042 100.00% 5,617 824 601
Overvotes ; _ 0 0 5 9
Undervotes 1,620 1,197 169 254
Contest Totals 8,662 6,814 593 855
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28
Court of Appeals - D
Vote For!
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Michael Patrick Tribe 7,012 —100.00% §,594 817 601
Gvervotes 0 0 0 0
Undervotes 1,650 1,220 176 204
Contest Totals 8,662 ‘6,14 993 855
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28

Dist Court Judge Seat Bingham A

Vote Fort
TOTAL VOTES flection Day Absentee Early Voting
Darren B Simpson 7,205 = 100.00% 5,703 852 650
Overvotes 0 0 0 0
Undervotes 1,457 4111 14) 205
Contest Totals 6,662 6,814 993 855
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28

Dist Court Judge Seat Madison A

Vote For!
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Steven W. Boyce §,086 67.66% 3,983 614 489
Randy Neal 2,431 32.94% 1,946 274 au
Overvotes 6 1 4 1
Undervotes 1,139 884 101 154
Contest Totals 8,662 6,814 993 855
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28

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Summary Results Report UNOFFICIAL RESULTS
Primary Election
May 19, 2026 Bingham

Dist Court Judge Seat Bonneville A

Vote Fort
TOTAL VOTE% FlectionDay Absentee Early Voting
Michael J, Whyte 6,926 100.00% §,529 806 §91
Overvotes 0 ; 0 0 0
Undervotes 1,736 1,285 187 (264
Contest Totals 8,662 6.814 993 855
Precincts Reporting 28 of 28
Aberdeen School Levy
Vote Far 1
TOTAL VOTE% ElectlonDay Absentee Early Voting
IN FAVOR 368 70.77% 359 8 1
AGAINST 182 29.23% 135 5 2
Overvotes i] 0 0 0
Undervotes 22 a 1 0
Contest Fotals 542 515 4 13
Precincts Reporting 20h?
Snake River School Levy
Vote For1
TOTAL YOTE% Election Day Absentee Early Voting
IN FAVOR OF 1,223 66.00% 1,010 ; ns 98
AGAINST 630 34.00% S01 53 16
Overvotes 1 — 4 0 Q
Undervotes 144 125 5 14
Contest Totals 1,998 1,637 173 188
Precincts Reporting 70f7

Bonneville Joint School Levy

Vote For}
TOTAL VOTE% ElectionDay Absentee Early Voting
IN FAVOR OF 0 0 0 0
AGAINST 0 0 0 0
Overvotes 0 0 i) 0
Undervotes a 0 0 0
Contest Totals 0 0 0 0
Precinets Reporting loft

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TAX DEED PUBLIC HEARING

Present: Tanna Beal- Treasurer
Jodie Ricks- Treasurer Elect

The Board held a Tax Deed Public Hearing pursuant to Idaho Code Section 63-1005, which allows the
County Treasurer to issue and record a tax deed in favor of the county on the properties, which were as
follows:

RP3002400
Chairman Manwaring called for testimony in favor, wherein there was none.
Chairman Manwaring called for testimony in neutral, wherein there was none.
Chairman Manwaring called for testimony in opposition, wherein there was none.

Chairman Manwaring stated for the record that the Board is satisfied that the County Tax Collector
has fulfilled the requirements of Section 63-1005 of Idaho Code and shall immediately direct the
County Tax Collector to issue and record tax deeds on the above-mentioned properties.

Nothing Further.
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

Present: Tiffany Olsen- Planning & Development Director
Paul Roger- County Legal Counsel

The Board met with Tiffany Olsen to receive updates from within the Planning & Development department,
along with other agenda items.

Discussion was held with regard to Planning & Zoning Commission member applications, wherein Ms.
Olsen explained that the Commission currently has a vacant position in Commission District 2 and has
been for several months. However, there have only been two applications from individuals that reside in
Commission District 3. Bingham County Code and the Planning & Zoning Commission By-Laws allow for
no more than four members serving from one district and therefore, the Board may consider the two
candidates for District 2. The two applicants are Shandale Bautista and Earl Preston.

Ms. Olsen stated that Ms. Bautista attended a Planning & Zoning Commission Public Hearing and was
really enthralled by the meeting. Ms. Bautista mentioned to Planning & Development staff that she would
be interested in serving on the Commission and asked how the mechanics of the Commission work. Ms.
Bautista came into the office and met with Ms. Olsen stating that she has always wanted to give back to
the community by doing something in a volunteer position. Ms. Bautista submitted her application, which
has been provided to the Board for consideration. Within her application, she states that she cares about
the growth and future growth of development in the community, understands the balance of responsible
growth while preserving character, safety and long term values. Ms. Bautista is located within Commission
District 3.

Ms. Olsen presented the application submitted by Earl Preston who also applied for the Planning & Zoning
Commission and stated that he is also located within Commission District 3. Mr. Preston has applied
previously and still has interest in serving. Mr. Preston is self employed and owns Rocky Mountain
Inspections and states that he would like to give back to the community and benefit others.

Chairman Manwaring stated that Mr. Preston currently has a property lease agreement with the county and
that could potentially cause a conflict. Chairman Manwaring stated that it is nice to have some diversity on

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the Commission with both male and female members. Chairman Manwaring stated that he is impressed
with Ms. Bautista and her reasoning for wanting to serve on the Commission.

Commissioner Jensen and Commissioner Jackson both agreed that they would be in favor of appointing
Ms. Bautista according to her resume and application.

The Board was in favor of appointing Ms. Bautista to the Planning & Zoning Commission Board.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to appoint Shandale Bautista to the Planning and Zoning
Commission for District 3. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL FRIDAY MAY 29, 2026

(oe W. ECKHARDT, CLERK WARING, ‘CHAIRMAN

Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk----------------------------------n-- Gof neon nnn nena

STATE OF IDAHO )
:Ss. Friday, May 29, 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
APPROVAL OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA
The Board met to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 29, 2026.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve the Commissioners Agenda for May 29, 2026,
as posted. Commissioner Jensen seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

CLAIMS

Claims were approved in the amount of $525,956.57.

PAYROLL

Payroll was approved in the amount of $938,730.76.

PERSONNEL ACTION FORMS

The Board met to approve Personnel Action Forms, which were as follows:

New Employee Status Sheet: Solid Waste Operator

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.

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APPROVAL & SIGNING OF COMPUTER ARTS, HARRIS IDAHO PROJECT AUTHORIZATION FOR
PHASE 1 AND 2 OF FINANCIAL & PAYROLL SOFTWARE

Present: Pamela Eckhardt- County Clerk
Via Phone: Matt Galloway- IT Department

The Board met to approve and sign the Computer Arts, Harris Idaho Project Authorization for Phase 1 and
2 of Financial and Payroll Software.

Clerk Eckhardt explained that the proposed contract is for the upgrade of the financial and payroll software.
The first contract is for $20,925.00 for the one time conversion fee and that includes the Treasurers financial
software and $54,025.00 for training and phase 2 is for recording in the amount of $4,100.00. Chairman
Manwaring asked Mr. Galloway if the company will come to the county or conduct conversions remotely,
wherein Clerk Eckhardt stated that she believes training is in person, but the conversions will occur
remotely. Mr. Galloway stated that this will take several weeks with the IT Department working with the
company to integrate.

Clerk Eckhardt stated that this is an item that will need to be added to the IT Department budget and will
be paid with the new fiscal budget.

The Board had no questions or concerns.

Decision: Commissioner Jackson moved to approve and sign the Computer Arts, Harris Idaho
Project Authorization for Phase 1 and 2 of Financial & Payroll Software. Commissioner Jensen
seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

DISCUSSION & DECISION REGARDING TIRE DISPOSAL

The Board met to hold a meeting with regard to tire disposal, wherein Commissioner Jensen explained that
he was contacted by Merrill Haney, who stated that there had been an individual who dumped tires out in
his field and he requested that the county come and pick them up. Commissioner Jensen stated that Derrick
Going, Solid Waste Director, went and looked at the items and stated that if they had been in the right-of-
way, the county would have been bound to pick them up but since they are out in his field, the county is
not. Commissioner Jensen stated his proposal is that the property owner gather the tires and bring them to
CTS, the county would waive the disposal fee.

The Board was in favor of waiving the solid waste fees for Mr. Haney to dump the tires that were dump on
his property by an unknown individual.

Decision: Commissioner Jensen moved to approve disposal fee to be waived for Merrill Haney to

dispose of tires that were dumped on his property by an unknown individual. Commissioner
Jackson seconded. All voted in favor. The motion carried.

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CLAIMS FOR THE PREVIOUS MONTH WERE APPROVED AS FOLLOWS:

Current Expenses ................. $556,188.35 Weeds .0....... cece cee eee eee $6,672.45
Road & Bridge ..........c eee $313,392.42 Emergency Communication... ...623,706.54
TN oe) re $1,495.00 WaterwayS..........::c:ceeeeeeee eee $2,284.03
Justice FUN... cece $663,211.07 Road & Bridge Special Proj...... $25,037.20
District Court... cece eee $81,429.47 OPIOID......... cece cee ce ceeteees $605.02
Preventative Health.............. $151,102.25 = PILT... cece cee cence ees $12,537.78
Historical Society & Museum...$11,250.00 Treatment Courts.................... $2,257.48
Parks & Recreation................... $16,698.17 Consolidated Elections........... $57,241.01
Revaluation........ccccccccceseeeees $31,388.39

Solid Waste .........cceeeeees $247,720.89

TOME. sco asc on; see aateaaws acey een cemeaues $3,919.53

Veterans Memorial.................0008 $118.28

THE MOTION PASSED TO DISMISS UNTIL MONDAY JUNE 1, 2026

PAMELA W. ECKHARDT, CLERK ZA MANWARING, CHAIRM
Lindsey Gluch- Commission Clerk--------------------------------62-<----------------------------

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