guaranteed easement for roads. He suggested that the County start in sections for the road map update. He would also like the parameters of a Class D County Road.
Brad Wardle said the ordinance isn’t ready to be passed, and there are still holes that need to be researched. He said the ordinance gives TriCounty Health the power to decide when it should be the County. He is concerned with the ordinance. He suggested changing the acreage from 100 to 50 because of the recently passed legislation bill.
Keith Goodspeed explained that the State oversees TriCounty Health for the health and welfare of the public. He believes that TriCounty Health is doing a good job. He was concerned about not allowing water hauling, but it has been changed.
Treaven Grant said that water hauling is a viable water solution. He suggested to make a decision based on the science of the studies.
Recorder Shelley Brennan thanked the Commissioners, the Planning Commission, and the Community Development for their work on the ordinance.
Brad Wardle asked if the Commissioners could make recommendations to TriCounty Health, and if so, he recommended getting a permit or permission from them for water hauling.
Commission Discussion
Commissioner Killian said the ordinance was reviewed and updated because TriCounty Health expressed concern about the lack of water in some county areas. He appreciates the comments made and the Planning Commission's input.
Commissioner Chugg said that he has seen everything that has gone on in all parts of the county. We need to align ourselves with the expectations of when someone moves in and expects utilities. He is concerned about water hauling equipment and the safety on the roads.
Commissioner Miles stated that TriCounty Health serves the county and plays a vital role. Anytime there is a water source, a source protection plan needs to be attached to the property’s deed. The county will enforce what they propose. He thanked the Planning Commission for their work on the ordinance.
Commissioner Killian made a motion to reenter regular session. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, Commissioner Chugg voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The motion passed.
Regular Session
Commissioner Killian made a motion to approve Ordinance #25-418 as recommended by the Planning Commission. Commissioner Chugg seconded the motion. Commissioner Killian voted aye, Commissioner Chugg voted aye, and Commissioner Miles voted aye. The motion passed.
Calendaring & Weekly Update on Events
Adjournment
Commissioner Chugg made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 2:14 p.m. Commissioner Miles stated that the motion was not contestable. The forum adjourned.
Read and approved this on the 17th day of March 2025.
Minutes of the meeting prepared by Commission Executive Assistant Melissa Hughes