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Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 1, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of September 30, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners conducted a Property Tax Deed Auction at 425 Shoshone St. North, Twin Falls.
In the Matter of COMMISSIONER PROCEEDINGS
Commissioners amended the agenda to add consideration of a contract with the State of Idaho,
Department of Health and Welfare.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to amend the agenda to include consideration of a
contract with the State of Idaho, Department of Health and Welfare. Commissioner Matthews
SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Reinke noted the contract needs immediate
consideration to avoid losing money for housing youth in the Safe House. Motion Passed
Unanimously.
In the Matter of CONTRACTS
Commissioners considered a contract with the State of Idaho, Department of Health and Welfare.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve the contract with the State of Idaho,
Department of Health and Welfare and authorize the Chairman to sign the documents on behalf of
the Board in the amount of $6,000,000.00 over five years. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED.
Discussion Commissioner Matthews noted that the contract is a positive addition to the County
budget and must be considered immediately to avoid a financial loss to the county. Commissioner
Hall noted the amendment and consideration is a necessary thing to avoid a financial loss to the
county and the kids that are supported through the program. Motion Passed Unanimously.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 2, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 2, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 1, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners met with Elaine Molignoni, HR Director for a department update.
Commissioner Reinke attended a Kiwanis meeting.
Commissioners met with Bob Beer, Facilities Director for a department update.
Commissioners met with the Pest Abatement District Board to discuss county property.
In the Matter of CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioners considered the Consent Agenda; items may include status sheets, employee
requisitions, alcohol licenses, tax cancellations, Sheriff’s Office Security Agreements, and
Commissioner minutes.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Commissioner Matthews SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Reinke reviewed the items in
the Consent Agenda to include status sheets for Parks, the Sheriff’s Office, Commissioners Office
and Assessor DMV; employee requisitions for the Sheriff’s Office and the Assessor’s Office; and
an alcohol catering permit for Stevo’s on October 11th at the Pollock Residence located at 3238 N
3250 E Twin Falls. Motion Passed Unanimously.
In the Matter of PROCLAMATIONS
Commissioners considered the National Long Term Care Residents' Rights Month Proclamation.
Marilyn Shiroma, Office on Aging reviewed the proclamation with the Board and discussed the
importance of Long Term Care Residents’ rights.
Commissioner Hall read the Proclamation for the record.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the National Long Term Care Residents'
Rights Month Proclamation. Commissioner Reinke SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously.
Proclamation
National Long Term Care Residents’ Rights Month,
October 2025
Stand with Me
WHEREAS, there are 1.2 million individuals living in 14,800 nursing homes; and over 1
million individuals living in 32,200 assisted living/residential care facilities in the U.S.; and
WHEREAS, the federal Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987 guarantees residents their
individual rights to promote and maintain their dignity and autonomy; and
WHEREAS, all residents should be aware of their rights so they may be empowered to
live with dignity and self-determination; and
WHEREAS, we wish to honor and celebrate these citizens, to recognize their rich
individuality, and to reaffirm their right to vote and participate politically, including the right to
have a say in their care; and
WHEREAS, individuals and groups across the country will be celebrating Residents’
Rights Month with the theme – “Stand with Me”– highlighting the importance of solidarity and
support for residents who stand up and advocate for their rights, as well as the value of
encouraging the community to join residents in sharing their voices.
NOW, THEREFORE, We, the Twin Falls County Commissioners do hereby proclaim
October 2025 as National Long-Term Care Residents’ Rights Month in Twin Falls County. We
encourage all citizens to join us in these important observances.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have set our hand, and caused to be affixed the Seal of Twin Falls County
Idaho this 2nd day of October, 2025.
/s/ Don Hall
______________
ATTEST:
Don Hall, Chairman
/s/ Rocky Matthews__________
/s/ Kristina Glascock_____________
Rocky Matthews, Commissioner
Kristina Glascock, Clerk
/s/ Brent Reinke_____________
Brent Reinke, Commissioner
In the Matter of ELECTIONS
Commissioners designated polling places for the November 4th election.
Kristina Glascock, Clerk and Sabrina Harrison, Elections Supervisor reviewed the polling places
for the November 4th election with the Board.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the polling places for the November 4th
election as presented. Commissioner Reinke SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously.
November 4,
2025 Polling
Places
Address
Precincts
Consolidated
Election
Buhl Bible Church
1004 Burley Ave
Buhl 1, 2
City of Buhl/Buhl
School Trustee Zone
1
First Christian Church
1005 Poplar St, Buhl
Buhl 3, 4, 5
City of Buhl/Buhl
School Trustee Zone
1
Buhl Fire Department
- Station #2
19266A Hwy 30, Buhl
Deep Creek
Buhl School Trustee
Zone 1
Twin Falls County
Fairgrounds- Pastoor
Building
254 Hwy 30, Filer
Filer 1, 2, 3, Maroa
City of Filer/ School
Trustee Zone 2/
School Plant
Facilities/
Supplemental Levy
Hansen School
Community
Gymnasium
450 Walnut Ave W,
Hansen
Hansen
Hansen School
Trustee Zone 1
Hollister Charter
School
2463 Contact Ave,
Hollister
Hollister
Filer School Plant
Facilities/
Supplemental
Levy/Three Creek
School
Supplemental Levy
Crossroads United
Methodist Church
131 Syringa Ave,
Kimberly
Kimberly 1, 3
Kimberly School
Plant Facilities/
Supplemental Levy
Church of the
Nazarene
3550 E 3750 N,
Kimberly
Kimberly 2, 4
Kimberly School
Plant Facilities/
Supplemental Levy
Murtaugh City Hall
106 4th St, Murtaugh
Murtaugh
Murtaugh School
Plant Facilities Levy
Full Life Family
Church
189 Locust St N, Twin
Falls
TF 1, 2
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Church of the
Nazarene
1231 Washington St
N, Twin Falls
TF 3, 4, 17, 18
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Immanuel Lutheran
Church
2055 Filer Ave E,
Twin Falls
TF 5, 6
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Valley Christian
Church
1708 Heyburn Ave E,
Twin Falls
TF 7, 9
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Our Savior Lutheran
Church
464 Carriage Ln N,
Twin Falls
TF 8
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Episcopal Church of
the Ascension
371 Eastland Dr N,
Twin Falls
TF 10, 11
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Amazing Grace
Fellowship
1061 Eastland Dr N,
Twin Falls
TF 12, 22
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
South Hills Middle
School Gym
1550 Harrison St S,
Twin Falls
TF 13, 14
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Twin Falls County
West
630 Addison Ave W,
Twin Falls
TF 15, 16
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Twin Falls Reformed
Church
1631 Grandview Dr
N, Twin Falls
TF 19, 20, 21
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Twin Falls Reformed
Church
1631 Grandview Dr
N, Twin Falls
TF 23
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Our Savior Lutheran
Church
464 Carriage Ln N,
Twin Falls
TF 24
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
South Hills Middle
School Gym
1550 Harrison St S,
Twin Falls
TF 26
City of Twin Falls:
Seats 1 and 5
Twin Falls County
West
630 Addison Ave W,
Twin Falls
Early Voting and
Emergency Backup
Polling Place
In the Matter of CONTRACTS
Commissioners considered an Elevator Maintenance Agreement with Metro Elevator.
Cory Tverdy, Maintenance Director reviewed the Elevator Maintenance Agreement with Metro
Elevator with the Board. Mr. Tverdy noted that Legal has reviewed the agreement and had no
concerns with the selection of Metro Elevator for the elevator maintenance and the cost with Metro
will save the County $6,000.00 from the current maintenance contract.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve the Elevator Maintenance Agreement with
Metro Elevator and authorize the Chairman to sign the documents on behalf of the Board.
Commissioner Matthews SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously.
Commissioners considered a Data Circuit Contract with PMT.
JP O’Donnell, IT Director reviewed the Data Circuit Contract with PMT with the Board. Mr.
O’Donnell noted that the agreement is to upgrade the data circuit for the Wright Ave facility.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the Data circuit Contract with PMT and
authorize the Chairman to sign the documents on behalf of the Board. Commissioner Reinke
SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously.
Commissioners considered the Intergovernmental and Joint Powers Agreements with Filer, Buhl,
Rock Creek and Twin Falls Fire Districts for the Collection and Expenditure of Development
Impact Fees.
Gabriel Hammett, Twin Falls Fire Marshall, Dep Fire Chief Shane Smith reviewed the necessity
of the Fire Impact Fee and thanked the Board for their help through the process.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve the Intergovernmental and Joint Powers
Agreements with Filer, Buhl, Rock Creek and Twin Falls Fire Districts for the Collection and
Expenditure of Development Impact Fees and authorize the Chairman to sign the documents on
behalf of the Board. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews
noted that the Board has a policy that development needs to pay for development and the fees are
placed on the development. Motion Passed Unanimously.
In the Matter of FEES
Commissioners considered the implementation of the administrative fee for Fire Impact Fee
collection.
Shannon Carter, Deputy Clerk reviewed the options for the administrative fee collection with the
Board. Kristina Glascock, Clerk recommended a $25.00 fee be collected up front to avoid the
additional work of collecting the funds on the back end of the process. The options were to have
the fee be a County fee assessed to the user or invoice the fee to the Fire District. Commissioner
Hall expressed concern that it would be a county fee vs the Fire District having the fee and the
appearance of it being a county fee. There was discussion on the optics of the fee. Commissioner
Matthews noted that he understands the perception, however he felt it was making the process
more streamlined. Commissioner Reinke stated he would agree with Commissioner Matthews.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to implement the administrative fee for the Fire Impact
fee as a county fee with collection in the CDS department. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED.
Discussion Commissioner Matthews noted that he felt it was not only easier for the Clerk, it would
streamline the process for the Fire District. Commissioner Reinke noted that he felt the process
would be easier to collect the fee through the CDS Department. Motion Passed. (Matthews yes,
Reinke yes, Hall no)
In the Matter of RESOLUTIONS
Commissioners considered proposed Resolution #2026-001 Approving Fire Districts
Intergovernmental Agreements.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve Resolution #2026-001 Approving Fire
Districts Intergovernmental Agreements. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED. Discussion
Commissioner Reinke noted this moves the process along. Motion Passed Unanimously.
TWIN FALLS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-001
A RESOLUTION OF THE TWIN FALLS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS:
A RESOLUTION OF THE TWIN FALLS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS:
•
Making Certain Findings; and
•
Approving and Authorizing the Chairman and the County Clerk to execute on
behalf of Twin Falls County those certain Agreements entitled:
1.
Twin Falls County and Rock Creek Rural Fire Protection District
Intergovernmental and Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection
and Expenditure of Development Impact Fees for Fire District
Systems Improvements;
2.
Twin Falls County and Buhl Rural Fire Protection District
Intergovernmental and Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection
and Expenditure of Development Impact Fees for Fire District
Systems Improvements;
3.
Twin Falls County and Filer Rural Fire District Intergovernmental
and Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection and Expenditure of
Development
Impact
Fees
for
Fire
District
Systems
Improvements;
4.
Twin
Falls
County
and
Twin
Falls
Rural
Fire
District
Intergovernmental and Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection
and Expenditure of Development Impact Fees for Fire District
Systems Improvements;
•
Directing the County Clerk; and
•
Setting an Effective Date.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Twin
Falls County (the “County Commissioners”):
Section 1: Findings
It is hereby found by the County Commissioners that:
1.1
Considerable growth within the unincorporated area of the County has an impact upon: (1)
Rock Creek Rural Fire District; (2) Buhl Rural Fire Protection District; (3) Filer Rural Fire
District; and (4) Twin Falls Rural Fire District, (the “Districts”) abilities to service that new
growth with the same level of service in reliance upon existing Districts’ income sources; and
1.2
The Districts have negotiated with the County Commissioners to use the County’s ordinance
authority to impose a development impact fee for each of these District’s Systems
Improvements; and
1.3
As a necessary part of the process of establishing a Fire District development impact fees in
addition to the approval of an Ordinance by the County Board of Commissioners, pursuant
to Idaho Code § 67-8204A, each of the Districts have negotiated the following
intergovernmental agreements (the “Intergovernmental Agreements”) with the County:
1. Twin Falls County and Rock Creek Rural Fire Protection District
Intergovernmental and Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection and
Expenditure of Development Impact Fees for Fire District Systems
Improvements;
2. Twin
Falls
County
and
Buhl
Rural
Fire
Protection
District
Intergovernmental and Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection and
Expenditure of Development Impact Fees for Fire District Systems
Improvements;
3. Twin Falls County and Filer Rural Fire District Intergovernmental and
Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection and Expenditure of
Development Impact Fees for Fire District Systems Improvements;
4. Twin Falls County and Twin Falls Rural Fire District Intergovernmental
and Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection and Expenditure of
Development Impact Fees for Fire District Systems Improvements;
1.4
The statements of purposes and authority set forth in each of the Intergovernmental
Agreements identifies the authority, intentions, purposes, considerations and reasons for
the County and each of the Fire Districts for entering into the Intergovernmental Agreements,
and such statements of purposes and authority are therefore, by this reference, incorporated
herein as if set forth at length.
Section 2: Action authorizing the Chairman of the County Commissioners and County Clerk to
execute the Intergovernmental Agreements.
2.1
That the Chairman of the County Commissioners and the County Clerk are hereby
authorized, as the agents of this County, to execute the following Intergovernmental
Agreements:
1.
Twin Falls County and Rock Creek Rural Fire Protection District
Intergovernmental and Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection and
Expenditure of Development Impact Fees for Fire District Systems
Improvements. A true and correct copy of which is attached hereto and
marked Exhibit 1 and by this reference incorporated herein.
2.
Twin Falls County and Buhl Rural Fire Protection District
Intergovernmental and Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection and
Expenditure of Development Impact Fees for Fire District Systems
Improvements. A true and correct copy of which is attached hereto and
marked Exhibit 2 and by this reference incorporated herein.
3.
Twin Falls County and Filer Rural Fire District Intergovernmental and
Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection and Expenditure of
Development Impact Fees for Fire District Systems Improvements, A
true and correct copy of which is attached hereto and marked Exhibit
3 and by this reference incorporated herein.
4.
Twin Falls County and Twin Falls Rural Fire District Intergovernmental
and Joint Powers Agreement for the Collection and Expenditure of
Development Impact Fees for Fire District Systems Improvements. A
true and correct copy of which is attached hereto and marked Exhibit
4 and by this reference incorporated herein.
and thereby fully bind this County to its terms and conditions of each of these
Intergovernmental Agreements upon the same being approved and executed by the District.
Section 3: Direction to County Clerk
3.1
The County Clerk is hereby directed to retain this resolution in the official records of the
County and to provide a certified copy of this resolution to the District Secretary/
Administrative Manager/ Chief Administrator/ as the case may be of each of the Districts,
and provide a copy to the County Prosecuting Attorney.
Section 4: Effective Date
4.1
This Resolution shall be in full force and effect on October 2, 2025.
PASSED BY THE TWIN FALLS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS this
2nd day of October, 2025.
By: /s/ Brent Reinke
Brent Reinke, Commissioner
By:/s/ Don Hall
Don Hall, Commissioner
By:/s/ Rocky Matthews
Rocky Matthews, Commissioner
ATTEST:
By: /s/ Kristina Glascock_______________________
Kristina Glascock, County Clerk
Twin Falls County Board of Commissioners’ Resolution No. 2026-001
Twin Falls County
Certification of Resolution 2026-001
STATE OF IDAHO )
: ss.
County of Twin Falls )
I certify that this is a true and correct copy of Resolution 2026-001, an original record of the
Board of Commissioners of Twin Falls County, in the possession of Kristina Glascock, Twin
Falls County Clerk.
Dated: October 2, 2025
Shannon Carter
Signature of Notary Public
My commission expires: July 15, 2027
[seal]
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 3, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 3, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 2, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioner Reinke to attended a WEMA meeting.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 6, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 6, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 3, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners attended a Farm Managers meeting.
Commissioners met with office staff for a department update.
Commissioners met with Legal for a department update.
Commissioners met with IT for a department update.
Commissioners attended an Elected Officials meeting.
Commissioners attended a work session for areas of impact with CDS Staff.
Commissioner Reinke attended a Parks & Waterways Board meeting.
In the Matter of CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioners considered the Consent Agenda; items may include status sheets, employee
requisitions, alcohol licenses, tax cancellations, Sheriff’s Office Security Agreements, and
Commissioner minutes.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Commissioner Reinke SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews reviewed the item in
the Consent Agenda to include an alcohol catering permit for Twin Falls Brick House at the Twin
Falls County Fairgrounds on October 16, 2025. Motion Passed Unanimously.
In the Matter of
Commissioners considered Quit Claim deeds for Lot Line Adjustments to County Property.
Bob Beer, Facilities Director reviewed the Quit Claim deeds for Lot Line Adjustments to the
County Property located West of Rock Creek Canyon which is on the West side of 650 Addison
Ave West. Commissioner Matthews noted that this will adjust the lines so the county can auction
the property as surplus property.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the Quit Claim deeds for Lot Line
Adjustments to County Property and authorize the Chairman to sign the documents on behalf of
the Board pending review by the Assessor’s Office. Commissioner Reinke SECONDED. Motion
Passed Unanimously.
In the Matter of PUBLIC HEARINGS
Commissioners conducted a public hearing to consider Ordinance 291 repealing and replacing
previous editions of Twin Falls County Code Title 5, Chapter 7, Section 3.
Kali Sherrill, Parks and Waterways Director reviewed the proposed Ordinance with the Board.
Ms. Sherrill noted that the river has seen an increase in wakeboarders on the Centennial Park
portion of the river causing safety issues for paddle boarders and kayakers. The Ordinance will
restrict that area and allow the Sheriff’s Office to enforce the restriction. There was discussion
regarding public education on the change.
Commissioner Hall opened the public hearing at 10:25 a.m.
No public in attendance and no public comment was received.
Commissioner Hall closed the public hearing at 10:25 a.m.
In the Matter of ORDINANCES
Commissioners considered Ordinance 291 repealing and replacing previous editions of Twin Falls
County Code Title 5, Chapter 7, Section 3.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve Ordinance 291 repealing and replacing
previous editions of Twin Falls County Code Title 5, Chapter 7, Section 3. Commissioner
Matthews SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously.
Ordinance No. 291
An ordinance repealing and replacing previous editions of Twin Falls County Code Title 5,
Chapter 7, Section 3, WATER SAFETY AT CENTENNIAL WATERWAY PARK, to
update the restriction subsections of the section.
Be it ordained by the Board of County Commissioners of Twin Falls County, Idaho, that
Twin Falls County Code Title 5, Chapter 7, Section 3, be updated as follows:
CHAPTER 7
PUBLIC PARKS AND WATER SAFETY REGULATIONS
SECTION:
5-7-3: WATER SAFETY AT CENTENNIAL WATERWAY PARK:
A. Restrictions: Citation and conviction of violation of any of the
following subsections shall be a misdemeanor. The penalty shall be a fine
as provided in section 1-4-1 of this code. (Ord. 116, 4-27-92; amd. 1996
Code)
1. No water skiing, wake boarding, wake surfing, tubing, or other activity
where one is pulled or propelled behind a boat or other motorized vessel is
permitted on river waters accessible from Centennial Waterfront Park.
2. No fuel or electric motor-powered personal skis/jet skis or personal
watercraft with the capability of an excess of ten (10) miles per hour are
allowed in the river waters accessible from Centennial Waterfront Park.
3. A no wake speed shall be maintained from Auger Falls to a point six
hundred feet (600’) up river from the launching area. A buoy marks
measured area.
4. A speed of not more than twenty-five (25) miles per hour shall be
maintained up river from the marker buoy.
5. NO SWIMMING is allowed from the motorized boat launch or the non-
motorized boat launch in the area of Centennial Waterfront Park.
6. NO FISHING is permitted from the motorized boat launch and docks, nor
permitted from the non-motorized boat launch and docks.
7. It is unlawful to obstruct the launching ramp for more than a reasonable
time to load or unload watercraft.
8. It shall be unlawful for any person to park or own any vehicle found to be
parked in violation of the posted parking restrictions within a Twin Falls
County Park. It shall also be unlawful for any person to park or own any
vehicle found to be parked in any area blocking an emergency exit, fire
lane, or access point to a public parking area and/or public parking space.
B. Compliance with Statute: Idaho Code title 67, Chapter 70, the safe
boating act, will be enforced at all times. (Ord. 116)
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 6th day of October, 2025.
TWIN FALLS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
/s/ Don Hall__________________
Don Hall, Chairman
/s/ Rocky Matthews____________
Rocky Matthews, Commissioner
ATTEST:
/s/ Brent Reinke _______________ /s/ Kristina Glascock___________
Brent Reinke, Commissioner
Kristina Glascock, Clerk
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 7, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 7, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 6, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerks Shannon Carter and Katherine Wathen.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioner Reinke attended an inspection of the Hub Butte Landfill.
Commissioners met with Michael Arrington, Starr Corp. to discuss the Wright Ave. project.
Commissioners attended a Southern Idaho Republican Women's meeting.
In the Matter of INDIGENT
Commissioners considered County Assistance applications.
Commissioners took no action on case number 104828 and recommended the client organize their
plan a bit more before they consider it.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve case number 104829 for rental assistance in
the amount of $650.00 with a payback of $25.00 per month to begin in January 2026 and 50% of
future tax refunds. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Reinke
noted that the client has a plan for future rental payments and a plan to take budgeting classes in
order to keep this from happening again. Commissioner Matthews noted that while the client has
a plan, he would like to see them utilize the budgeting counseling. Commissioner Hall agreed with
Commissioner Matthews on the utilization of the counseling. Motion Passed Unanimously.
In the Matter of CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioners considered the Consent Agenda; items may include status sheets, employee
requisitions, alcohol licenses, tax cancellations, Sheriff’s Office Security Agreements, and
Commissioner minutes.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Reinke reviewed the items in the
Consent Agenda to include status sheets for the Assessor’s office and the Clerk’s Office; and
Commissioner Minutes for September 15-19 and September 22-26. Motion Passed Unanimously.
(Matthews absent)
In the Matter of CONTRACTS
Commissioners considered a change order from Idaho Materials and Construction for the
Centennial Park project.
Bob Beer, Facilities Director reviewed the change order from Idaho Materials and Construction
for the Centennial Park project with the Board. Mr. Beer noted that the change is necessary due
to challenges with parking due to the size of boat trailers and vehicles. Commissioner Reinke
thanked Mr. Beer for his work on the project. Commissioner Hall stated that the work has been
needed for many years and thanked Mr. Beer for working with all the parties and getting it
completed.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve the change order from Idaho Materials and
Construction for the Centennial Park project. Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Discussion
Commissioner Reinke noted the project will be a big improvement to Centennial Park. Motion
Passed Unanimously. (Matthews absent)
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 8, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 8, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 7, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners Hall and Reinke attended a MVMPO meeting.
Commissioners attended a District IV Commissioners meeting at Antojos Eatery.
Commissioners attended a District IV Elected Officials meeting at County West.
Commissioner Reinke attended a Pest Abatement District Board meeting.
Commissioners attended a Republican Central Committee meeting at County West.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 9, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 9, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 8, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Katherine Wathen.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners met with Elaine Molignoni, HR Director for a department update.
Commissioner Reinke attended a Kiwanis meeting.
Commissioners met with Bob Beer, Facilities Director for a department update.
Commissioner Reinke attended a Farm Bureau meeting.
In the Matter of CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioners considered the Consent Agenda; items may include status sheets, employee
requisitions, alcohol licenses, tax cancellations, Sheriff’s Office Security Agreements, and
Commissioner minutes.
No items to consider.
In the Matter of CONTRACTS
Commissioners considered Amendment #1 to the Summit Food Service Agreement for Juvenile
Detention.
Kevin Sandau, Juvenile Probation Director and Neil Nakamura, Juvenile Detention Manager
reviewed the Amendment with the Board. Mr. Nakamura noted that he has been very pleased with
the services provided. There was discussion on the services provided and the improvements they
have seen since their last discussion with Summit.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve Amendment #1 to the Summit Food Service
Agreement for Juvenile Detention and authorize the Chairman to sign the documents on behalf of
the Board pending a discussion with Summit. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED. Discussion
Commissioner Reinke noted that he is extremely grateful that the issues have been resolved.
Commissioner Hall noted he is requesting that Mr. Nakamura reach out to Summit in regards to
the cost and see if there is any chance of lowering it due to the number of inmates. Motion Passed
Unanimously.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 10, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 10, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 9, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Katherine Wathen.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioner Reinke attended a WEMA meeting.
Commissioner Reinke attended a Juvenile Corrections Academy Graduation Ceremony via
YouTube Live.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 14, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 14, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 10, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioner Reinke attended a Greater Twin Falls Area Transportation Committee meeting.
Commissioners met with Jon Laux, Community Development Services Director for a department
update.
Commissioner Reinke attended a Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting.
Commissioners met with Legal for a department update.
In the Matter of INDIGENT
Commissioners considered County Assistance Applications.
Case number 101337 – No action.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve case number 104830 for rental assistance in
the amount of $500.00 with a payback of $25.00 per month to begin in November and 50% of
future tax refunds. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Reinke
noted that the client has a plan for future rental payments. Motion Passed Unanimously.
In the Matter of CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioners considered the Consent Agenda; items may include status sheets, employee
requisitions, alcohol licenses, tax cancellations, Sheriff’s Office Security Agreements, and
Commissioner minutes.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Commissioner Matthews SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Reinke reviewed the items in
the Consent Agenda to include status sheets for the Commissioner’s Office and the Sheriff’s
Office; an employee requisition for the Sheriff’s Office; and an alcohol catering permit for The
Pocket on November 1, 2025 at Deep Creek Lodge. Motion Passed Unanimously.
In the Matter of ELECTIONS
Kristina Glascock, Clerk notified the Board of anti-fraud measures pursuant to I.C. 34-901.
In the Matter of RESOLUTIONS
Commissioners considered proposed Resolution #2026-002 Amending Section 330 (Benefits) of
the Twin Falls County Personnel Manual.
Commissioner Reinke reviewed the proposed resolution with the Board. Commissioner Reinke
noted that the resolution removes the option of the Health Savings Account.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve Resolution #2026-002 Amending Section 330
(Benefits) of the Twin Falls County Personnel Manual. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED.
Discussion Commissioner Reinke noted the change to the policy manual needed to be updated to
remove the reference to a Health Savings Account. Motion Passed Unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-002
A RESOLUTION AMENDING PORTIONS OF THE TWIN FALLS COUNTY
PERSONNEL MANUAL.
WHEREAS, Twin Falls County adopted a Personnel Manual that established the policies
and procedures for Twin Falls County employees on September 14, 2014; and
WHEREAS, current Twin Falls County policies require updating from time to time; and
WHEREAS, the “EMPLOYEE BENEFITS” section required updating and clarification;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Twin Falls County shall amend the
following policies which are incorporated herein for reference effective October 1, 2025 and
amend the current personnel manual.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these policies will be made available to all current
and future County employees.
Sections amended:
330 Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits – removing reference to the Health Savings
Account (HSA).
DATED this 14th day of October, 2025.
TWIN FALLS COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS
/s/ Don Hall
Don Hall, Chairman
/s/ Brent Reinke
Brent Reinke, Commissioner
/s/ Rocky Matthews
Rocky Matthews, Commissioner
ATTEST:
/s/ Kristina Glascock
Kristina Glascock, Clerk
Commissioners considered proposed Resolution #2026-003 Amending Section 423 (OnCall Pay
Policy) of the Twin Falls County Personnel Manual.
Commissioner Matthews reviewed the proposed resolution and noted that there are questions on
the fiscal impact of implementing the policy. Commissioner Reinke noted that further research
needs to be done so he recommended that the board take no action.
No action taken.
In the Matter of GRANTS
Commissioners considered the FY2026 Highway Safety Grant Award Agreement.
Gary Andersen, R&D Supervisor, reviewed the FY2026 Highway Safety Grant Award Agreement
with the Board. Mr. Andersen noted that the grant is for $22,500.00 to cover overtime wages for
the Sheriff’s Office to enforce traffic safety. Captain Doug Sugden noted that the Sheriff’s Office
has received the grant for several years. There was discussion on the funds being awarded with
the Federal Government shutdown.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve the FY2026 Highway Safety Grant Award
Agreement and authorize the Chairman and Captain Sugden to sign the documents on behalf of
the Board. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED. Commissioner Hall also thanked Deputy
Prudent for his work on the project. Motion Passed Unanimously.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 15, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 15, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 14, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews and Commissioner Brent Reinke.
.
ABSENT:
Commissioner Don Hall.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners Reinke and Matthews met with Kevin Sandau, Juvenile Probation Director,
Magistrate Probation Supervisor and Juvenile Detention Supervisor for department updates.
Commissioner Reinke attended a Juvenile Detention Joint Powers Board meeting.
Commissioners Reinke and Matthews attended a Highway District Board meeting.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 16, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 16, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 15, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners Hall and Reinke attended an Idaho Association of District Boards of Health
meeting in Boise.
Commissioners met with Bob Beer, Facilities Director for a department update.
Commissioners attended a public test of the ballot counting machines.
Commissioner Reinke attended a Weeds Board meeting.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 17, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 17, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 16, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Katherine Wathen.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners conducted a County Property Auction at 425 Shoshone St. North (front steps of
Courthouse on Shoshone Street side), Twin Falls.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 20, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 20, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 17, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
Commissioner Brent Reinke.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners met with office staff for a department update.
Commissioners met with Legal for a department update.
Commissioners met with Sheriff Jack Johnson and staff for a department update.
Commissioner Hall attended a Public Lands meeting.
In the Matter of CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioners considered the Consent Agenda; items may include status sheets, employee
requisitions, alcohol licenses, tax cancellations, Sheriff’s Office Security Agreements, and
Commissioner minutes.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews reviewed the items in the
Consent Agenda to include a status sheet for Juvenile Detention; an employee requisition for
District Court; and Commissioner minutes for September 29 – October 3. Motion Passed
Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
In the Matter of CONTRACTS
Commissioners to consider a request to renew the property lease agreement with Bill's Place.
Commissioner Matthews reviewed the request to renew the property lease agreement from Bill’s
Place. Commissioner Matthews noted the property lease agreement is for one year.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve renewing the property lease agreement with
Bill's Place for one year. Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews
noted that Bill’s Place has rented the property for several years and this is a continuation of the
agreement. Motion Passed Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 21, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 21, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 20, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
Commissioner Brent Reinke.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Katherine Wathen.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioner Hall attended a Joining Forces Magic Valley meeting.
Commissioner Hall attended a St. Luke's Magic Valley and Jerome Community
Board meeting.
In the Matter of INDIGENT
Commissioners considered County Assistance Applications.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve case number 104832. Commissioner Hall
SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews noted that the application was incomplete.
Commissioner Hall noted that clients are required to attend an interview and this client had not.
Motion Fails Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to release lien, zero the account balance and close case
number 95652. Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews noted that
the client filed for bankruptcy. Commissioner Hall noted that Legal did inform them that the
County’s lien is no longer valid due to the bankruptcy. Motion Passed Unanimously. (Reinke
absent)
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve case number 104828. Commissioner Hall
SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews noted that the client is unemployed and does
not have a plan for future rental payments. Commissioner Hall noted that even if the Board did
approve, they client would still likely get evicted. Motion Failed Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
In the Matter of CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioners considered the Consent Agenda; items may include status sheets, employee
requisitions, alcohol licenses, tax cancellations, Sheriff’s Office Security Agreements, and
Commissioner minutes.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews reviewed the items in the
Consent Agenda to include status sheets for the Sheriff’s Office and Juvenile Probation; employee
requisitions for the Treasurer’s Office and Juvenile Probation; Commissioners minutes for October
6 – October 10. Motion Passed Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 22, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 22, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 21, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
Commissioner Brent Reinke.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioner Hall attended an ICRMP Board meeting in Boise.
Commissioner Matthews attended a Southern Idaho Tourism Board meeting.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 23, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 23, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 22, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners Hall attended an ICRMP Board meeting in Boise.
Commissioner Matthews attended a SCCAP Board meeting.
Commissioner Reinke attended a Kiwanis meeting.
Commissioners met with Bob Beer, Facilities Director for a department update.
Commissioners met with Elaine Molignoni, HR Director for a department update.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 24, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 24, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 23, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioner Reinke to attend a WEMA meeting.
Commissioner Hall to attend a Twin Falls County Health Initiatives Trust Board meeting.
Commissioner Reinke to attend a Youth Crisis Center Advisory Board meeting.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 27, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 27, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 24, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
Commissioner Brent Reinke.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners met with office staff for a department update.
Commissioners met with Legal for a department update.
Commissioner Reinke attended the Idaho Office of Emergency Management Annual Preparedness
and Cybersecurity Conference in Moscow.
Commissioners met with Jon Laux, Community Development Services Director, for a department
update.
In the Matter of CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioners considered the Consent Agenda; items may include status sheets, employee
requisitions, alcohol licenses, tax cancellations, Sheriff’s Office Security Agreements, and
Commissioner minutes.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews reviewed the items in the
Consent Agenda to include status sheets for the Sheriff’s Office and IT; an employee requisition
for the Sheriff’s Office; and Commissioners minutes for October 13 – October 17. Motion Passed
Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
In the Matter of TAXES
Commissioners considered the Amended L-1 Certificates of County Levies & Special
Assessments for Tax Year 2025.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to table the Amended L-1 Certificates of County
Levies & Special Assessments for Tax Year 2025. Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Discussion
Commissioner Matthews noted that the state tax commission has not yet provided the necessary
information for the L-1 Certificates. Motion Passed Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
In the Matter of DISTRICTS
Commissioners considered a petition to form the Rock Creek Magic Valley Veterans Memorial
Cemetery Maintenance District.
Greg Bryant, spoke with the Board regarding the petition. There was discussion regarding the
legal description for the proposed district. Commissioner Matthews will work with Mr. Bryant to
get a legal description at the least cost to Mr. Bryant.
No action taken.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 28, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 28, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 27, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
Commissioner Brent Reinke.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Katherine Wathen.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioner Reinke attended the Idaho Office of Emergency Management Annual Preparedness
and Cybersecurity Conference in Moscow.
Commissioner Matthews attended a Fair Board meeting.
In the Matter of INDIGENT
Commissioners considered County Assistance Applications.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve case number 104833 in the amount of
$950.00 to Rosenau Funeral Home for cremation. Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Discussion
Commissioner Matthews noted that the client was a Twin Falls County resident and was indigent.
Motion Passed Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
In the Matter of CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioners considered the Consent Agenda; items may include status sheets, employee
requisitions, alcohol licenses, tax cancellations, Sheriff’s Office Security Agreements, and
Commissioner minutes.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews reviewed the items in the
Consent Agenda to include status sheets for TARC, Planning & Zoning and the Clerk’s Office.
Motion Passed Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
In the Matter of RESOLUTIONS
Commissioners considered proposed surplus property Resolution #2026-003.
Kristina Glascock, Clerk and Sabrina Harrison, Elections Supervisor reviewed the Resolution with
the Board. Ms. Glascock noted that they no longer have a need for the property.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve surplus property Resolution #2026-003.
Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-003
A RESOLUTION GRANTING CERTAIN COUNTY OWNED PERSONAL PROPERTY TO
TETON COUNTY
WHEREAS, Twin Falls County has certain property which is no longer necessary for
county use; and
WHEREAS, Idaho Code §31-808(9) grants the Board of County Commissioners, at their
discretion, authority to grant or exchange with any political subdivision, by resolution, with or
without compensation, any personal property owned by the county if such grant or exchange of
property is in the public interest; and
WHEREAS, Twin Falls County has determined that an Artman 45-Unit charging cart is
surplus property, and is not necessary for County use; and
WHEREAS, Teton County, a political subdivision of the State of Idaho, has requested a
grant of an Artman 45-Unit charging cart for use in the public interest; and
WHEREAS, The Twin Falls County Commissioners has determined that the grant or
exchange of an Artman 45-Unit charging cart is in the public interest;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Twin Falls County Board of
Commissioners that one (1) Artman 45-Unit charging cart, black in color, is hereby granted to
Teton County, a political subdivision of state of Idaho.
DATED this 28th day of October, 2025.
TWIN FALLS COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS
/s/ Don Hall
Don Hall, Chairman
Brent Reinke, Commissioner
/s/ Rocky Matthews
Rocky Matthews, Commissioner
ATTEST:
/s/ Kristina Glascock
Kristina Glascock, Clerk
Commissioners considered proposed Resolution #2026-004 amending portions of the personnel
manual.
Elaine Molignoni, HR Director and Kristina Glascock, Clerk reviewed the amended Resolution
with the Board, adding the section explaining that employees will be paying for coverage.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve Resolution #2026-004 amending portions
of the personnel manual. Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously. (Reinke
absent)
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-004
A RESOLUTION AMENDING PORTIONS OF THE TWIN FALLS COUNTY PERSONNEL
MANUAL.
WHEREAS, Twin Falls County adopted a Personnel Manual that established the policies
and procedures for Twin Falls County employees on September 14, 2014; and
WHEREAS, current Twin Falls County policies require updating from time to time; and
WHEREAS, the “EMPLOYEE BENEFITS” section required updating and clarification;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Twin Falls County shall amend the
following policies which are incorporated herein for reference effective October 1, 2025 and
amend the current personnel manual.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these policies will be made available to all current
and future County employees.
Sections amended:
330 Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits – amended to reflect that cost to the employee
is evaluated annually at time of policy renewal.
DATED this 28th day of October, 2025.
TWIN FALLS COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS
/s/ Don Hall
Don Hall, Chairman
Brent Reinke, Commissioner
/s/ Rocky Matthews
Rocky Matthews, Commissioner
ATTEST:
/s/ Kristina Glascock
Kristina Glascock, Clerk
Commissioners considered proposed Resolution #2026-005 for a siting team request.
Jon Laux, CDS Director and Laura Wilson, CDS Planner reviewed the Resolution with the Board.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve Resolution #2026-005 for a siting team
request. Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-005
WHEREAS, Twin Falls County Community Development Services has received an
application from Idaho Dairy Holdings, LLC to expand a confined animal feeding operation; and
WHEREAS, this operation is located in Section 07, Township 10 South, Range 14 East
B.M. located in the Agricultural Zone and addressed approximately as 911 E. 4000 N. Buhl,
Idaho; and
WHEREAS, the intent is to add additional corrals and a new lagoon; and
WHEREAS, the information as to water and water rights are included herein; and
WHEREAS, the odor management plan is herein supplied for consideration by the siting
team;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Twin Falls County Board of
Commissioners request that the site advisory team give Twin Falls County officials their
recommendation as to this construction.
DATED this 28th day of October, 2025.
TWIN FALLS COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS
/s/ Don Hall
Don Hall, Chairman
Brent Reinke, Commissioner
/s/ Rocky Matthews
Rocky Matthews, Commissioner
ATTEST:
/s/ Kristina Glascock
Kristina Glascock, Clerk
In the Matter of TAXES
Commissioners considered the Amended L-1 Certificates of County Levies Tax Year 2025.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to remove the Amended L-1 Certificates of County
Levies for Tax Year 2025 from the table for consideration. Commissioner Hall SECONDED.
Discussion Commissioner Matthews noted that the state tax commission has provided the
necessary information for the L-1 Certificates and County Levies. Motion Passed Unanimously.
(Reinke absent)
Kristina Glascock, Clerk reviewed the Amended L-1 Certificates of County Levies Tax Year 2025.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the Amended L-1 Certificates of County
Levies for Tax Year 2025 and authorize the Clerk to sign the documents on behalf of the Board.
Commissioner Hall SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously. (Reinke absent)
Amended Certificate of County Levies
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City of Buhl
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City of Castleford
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City of Filer
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City of Hansen
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City of Hollister
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City of Kimberly
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City of Murtaugh
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City of Twin Falls
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Bliss School #234
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Buhl School #412
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Cassia School #151
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Castleford School #417
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Filer School #413
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Hagerman School #233
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Hansen School #415
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Kimberly School #414
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Murtaugh School #418
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Three Creek School #416
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Twin Falls School #411
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Filer Cemetery
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West End Cemetery
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Bliss Fire
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Buhl Fire
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Castleford Fire
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Filer Rural Fire
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Hagerman Fire
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Rock Creek Fire
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Salmon Tract Fire
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Twin Falls Rural Fire
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Buhl Hwy
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Filer Hwy
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Murtaugh Hwy
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Twin Falls Hwy
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So. Id. Jr. College
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Hansen Library
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Twin Falls Abatement
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Castleford Recreation
0.000204904
Filer Recreation
0.000243496
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 29, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 29, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 28, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioner Reinke attended the Idaho Office of Emergency Management Annual Preparedness
and Cybersecurity Conference in Moscow.
Commissioner Hall attended a Legislative Committee meeting.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 30, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 30, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 29, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Shannon Carter.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioners met with Elaine Molignoni, HR Director for a department update.
Commissioners attended a Harvest Party at Cedar Ridge Dairy.
Commissioners met with Bob Beer, Facilities Director for a department update.
Commissioners attended a Department of Agriculture Invasive Species meeting.
In the Matter of CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioners considered the Consent Agenda; items may include status sheets, employee
requisitions, alcohol licenses, tax cancellations, Sheriff’s Office Security Agreements, and
Commissioner minutes.
Commissioner Matthews pulled an employee requisition for TARC for further discussion.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Commissioner Reinke SECONDED. Discussion Commissioner Matthews reviewed the items in
the Consent Agenda to include status sheets for TARC, the Prosecutor’s Office, Safe House and
Adult Probation; employee requisitions for TARC and the Agriculture Protection Area
Commission; and alcohol license number 2026-192 United Oil. Motion Passed Unanimously.
The Board discussed the employee requisition for TARC. No action taken.
In the Matter of CONTRACTS
Commissioners considered a Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment with Starr Corp. for the
Wright Avenue Project.
Bob Beer, Facilities Director reviewed the Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment with Starr
Corp. for the Wright Avenue Project and noted that Legal has reviewed the Amendment and had
no concerns. Discussion Commissioner Reinke noted that the amendment is for phase 1B of the
project.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment
with Starr Corp. for the Wright Avenue Project in the amount of $18,218,525.00 and authorize the
Chairman to sign the documents on behalf of the Board. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED.
Discussion Commissioner Reinke noted that the project is necessary to provide space for current
and future inmates. Motion Passed Unanimously.
In the Matter of TAXES
Commissioners considered the NUGS – Special Assessments for Tax Roll 2025.
Becky Petersen, Treasurer and Kristina Glascock, Clerk reviewed the NUGS- Special Assessments
for Tax Roll 2025 with the Board. Ms. Petersen noted that the totals are added to the Fire Districts
tax rolls.
Commissioner Matthews made a MOTION to approve the NUGS – Special Assessments for Tax
Roll 2025 and authorize the Clerk to sign the documents on behalf of the Board. Commissioner
Reinke SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously.
In the Matter of BUDGET
Considered the September 2025 Accounts Payables.
Kristina Glascock, Clerk, reviewed the September 2025 Accounts Payables with the Board.
Commissioner Reinke made a MOTION to approve the September 2025 Accounts Payables in the
amount of $5,468,908.93. Commissioner Matthews SECONDED. Motion Passed Unanimously.
Kristina Glascock, Clerk, presented the quarterly statement.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., October 31, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
Twin Falls, Idaho
REGULAR OCTOBER MEETING
October 31, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
Chairman Hall called the Board of County Commissioners to order at 8:00 a.m. in regular
session, pursuant to the recess of October 30, 2025.
PRESENT:
Commissioner Rocky Matthews, Commissioner Brent Reinke,
and Commissioner Don Hall.
ABSENT:
None.
STAFF:
Deputy Clerk Katherine Wathen.
The following proceedings were held to wit:
In the Matter of MEETINGS
Commissioner Reinke attended a WEMA meeting.
There being no further business, the Board recessed until 8:00 a.m., November 3, 2025, at the
Commissioners Chambers, second floor of the Twin Falls County West Facility, 630 Addison Ave
West, Twin Falls, Idaho, for the transaction of further business of the Board.
In the Matter of ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Expenditures by fund for October 2025:
Fund 100
Current Expense
2,525,070.49
Fund 102
Tort
419,031.50
Fund 104
Agricultural Fair District
0.00
Fund 106
Safehouse
49,359.69
Fund 108
Capital Projects Fund
66,468.00
Fund 113
Weeds
27,716.00
Fund 114
Parks and Recreation
55,651.77
Fund 115
Solid Waste
1,342,882.08
Fund 116
Ad Valorem
131,248.47
Fund 118
District Court
142,351.98
Fund 130
Indigent Fund
14,171.81
Fund 131
Public Health
84,042.67
Fund 132
Revenue Sharing
0.00
Fund 137
Election Consolidation
67,487.85
Fund 174
County Boat License Fund
5,123.75
Fund 175
Snowmobiles
0.00
Fund 196
Justice Fund
1,760,253.98
Fund 601
TARC Grants
0.00
Fund 602
IDJC Safe Teen FY25
0.00
Fund 604
Federal Drug Seizures
0.00
Fund 605
Byrne Jag-Car Cameras
242,321.00
Fund 607
IDJC Safe Teen Assessment Grant
9,365.99
Fund 608
Juvenile Correction Act Funds
19,068.04
Fund 609
Tobacco Tax Grant
24,655.46
Fund 610
Boat Grant Waterways Match
4,688.26
Fund 611
Adult Probation Grants
0.00
Fund 612
ASAT
0.00
Fund 613
R.S.A.T. Grant
33,521.95
Fund 614
ISDA – Invasive Centennial Park
2,624.00
Fund 615
S.U.D. Funds
2,309.62
Fund 616
SCAAP
0.00
Fund 617
OHV Law Enforcement
0.00
Fund 618
BCP Basic-Safehouse Grant
30,289.99
Fund 619
IDJC Equine Therapy Grant
2,400.00
Fund 621
DOE EECBG Aware
0.00
Fund 626
ARPA Recovery Fund
350.00
Fund 627
ARPA Revenue Sharing Fund
0.00
Fund 628
OPIOD Abatement Account
36,321.51
Fund 635
Parks-Grants
9,765.59
Fund 644
S.O.R. Sheriff
200.00
Fund 645
JAG Grant
1,290.55
Fund 651
Sheriff Donation Fund
0.00
Fund 652
Sheriff Drug Seizure Money
77.46
Fund 659
Prosecutor’s Drug Seizure Money
0.00
Fund 660
CRT Facility Fund
76,972.84
Fund 663
Sheriff’s Youth Plate
0.00
Fund 666
Sheriff-Vests
0.00
Fund 667
Prosecutor Drug Reimb
13,204.56
Fund 671
TF Co Sheriff Search & Rescue
38.73
Fund 673
Juvenile Probation Misc.
1,325.58
Fund 676
VOCA/ICDVVA Grant
3,300.37
Fund 681
Treatment Courts
34,607.47
Fund 683
District Court-CAO
79.00
Fund 684
District Court-FCS
5,350.60
Fund 687
Sheriff’s Grants
6,219.40-
TOTAL
$7,238,769.21
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