Minutes - Lyon County

Yerington, Nevada
July 21, 2016
The Honorable Board of Lyon County Commissioners met this day in regular session with the
following present: Chairman Joe Mortensen, Vice-Chairman Bob Hastings, Commissioners Greg
Hunewill, Don Alt and Ray Fierro. Also present: District Attorney Steve Rye, Clerk/Treasurer Nikki
Bryan and Deputy Clerk Donna MacGill.
1.
Public participation
Phil Cowee read a letter from his attorney Steven Handelin regarding the Silver Springs Airport Master
Plan and the adverse impact to Diamond Back Properties. The letter was sent to Lyon County
Manager Jeff Page. A copy of the letter has been included in the record.
2.
For Possible Action: Review and adoption of agenda
Comm. Hastings moved to adopt the agenda as presented. Comm. Fierro seconded and the motion
passed unanimously 5 – 0.
3.
Presentation of awards and/or recognition of accomplishments
There were no awards or recognitions.
4.
Commissioners/County Manager comments
Comm. Hunewill said the Smith Valley Advisory Board will be holding a meeting at 7:00 on August 3,
2016.
Comm. Alt attended the Nevada State Emergency Response Commission meeting. He commented on
the National Fire Fighters seminar that will be held in Reno and a grant that will allow all volunteer
fire fighters to attend the seminar.
Comm. Fierro attended the Carson Area Metropolitan Planning Organization meeting where there was
a presentation by the NDOT Director. NDOT said I-580 through Carson City should be completed this
year and USA Parkway should be completed by the end of 2017.
5.
Elected Official’s report
There were no elected official reports.
6.
Appointed Officials comments
Comptroller Josh Foli said the cash balance will be dropping to about zero after paying county claims
and payroll. He said that next month property tax collections will be coming in. The fund balance has
been reduced intentionally over the past year. July usually carries the lowest cash balance.
7.
Advisory Board reports
There were no advisory board reports.
**CONSENT AGENDA**
8.
For Possible Action: Approval of changes on Assessor’s tax roll due to corrections in
assessments and review of tax roll changes
Unsecured Property factual corrections totaled $198.75.
9.
For Possible Action: Review and possible approval of business license applications:
a.
Goodman, Kellie A.; Goodman, Randal A.; @lpha2omega Complete Bookkeeping
Service; 2735 Toiyabe St., Silver Springs, NV; Bookkeeping Services
b.
Davis, Robert L.; Chase Electric; 1249 Kingston Way, Gardnerville, NV; Electrical
Contractor
c.
Bachtle, Christian; CLB Enterprises LLC; Closeout Connections; 160 US Hwy 50,
Dayton, NV; Change Ownership Type
d.
Walker, Craig; Dialpad, Inc.; 1595 Peachtree Pkwy., Suite 204-337, Cumming,
GA; Change Name
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Hoffman, Alva; Thurston, Richard M.; Robinson, Clay; EarthLink Business, LLC;
1170 Peachtree St., Suite 900, Atlanta, GA; Telecommunication Services, Internet
Service Provider and Managed Services
Blach, Alan B.; Great Basin Beverage, LLC.; 534 Pacific Ave., Wells, NV;
Wholesale Beverage Distributor
Boswell, James; Great West Asphalt LLC; 133 E. Warm Springs, Las Vegas, NV;
Paving Contractor
Hammack, Raymond B.; Hammack Brothers Construction; 22 Shelter Hills Dr.,
Yerington, NV; Residential and Small Commercial Contractor
Cota-Berumen, Alvaro A.; Machy Mechanic Service; 107 Sunset Hills Dr.,
Yerington, NV; Mobile Mechanic
Paquin, Charles R.; Sheets, James D.; Modular Space Corporation; ModSpace;
1200 Swedesford Rd., Berwyn, PA; Commercial Modular Building Rental, Lease,
Installation, Service & Sales
Istwan, Robert; Network Direct Solutions, Inc.; 201 Harris Ave., Suite 7,
Sacramento, CA; Telecommunications Cell Site Maintenance
Danielson, Brian C.; New Pioneer Plumbing & Heating Co. LLC; 2547 Fremont St.,
Minden, NV; Plumbing & Heating Contractor
Renteria, Rick L.; Pacific Roofing Co.; 304 Wildrose Ct., Fernley, NV; Roofing
Contractor
Long, Jeffrey; Schrier-Behler, Lynn; Penhall Company; 2711 Centerville Rd.,
Suite 400, Wilmington, DE; Change Officers and Address
Thind, Balwinder; Mound House Holdings, LLC; Red Rock Liquor & Smoke;
10034 US Highway 50 E, Mound House, NV; Change Ownership Type
Kantz, Gregory C.; Kantz, Lorie A.; Scarlett’s Ice Cream, LLC; 5925 Apache Dr.,
Stagecoach, NV; Change Ownership Type and Name
Allen, John R.; Allen, Kimberly B.; Apex Systems Inc.; Servpro of Carson City,
Douglas Co., So Lake Tahoe; 193 Shady Ln., Stateline, NV; Restoration Services of
Water and Fire Damage
Shaheen, Jeffrey; Beauchamp, Mark; Shaheen Beauchamp Builders, LLC; 318 N.
Carson St., Ste. 202, Carson City, NV; General Building Contractor
Tiberti, Renaldo; The Tiberti Company, LLC; The Tiberti Fence Company; 4975
Rogers St., Las Vegas, NV; Fencing Contractor
Harris, Nate; Pond, Dan; VRAM Unlimited, LLC; Valley Realty & Management;
246 Dayton Valley Rd. #102A, Dayton, NV; Real Estate Services
10.
For Possible Action: Accept resignation of Miguel Arellano from the Lyon County Fair
Board (requested by Fair Board)
11.
For Possible Action: Appoint Colleen Diaz to the Lyon County Fair Board, with a term
expiring December 31, 2016 (requested by Fair Board)
12.
For Possible Action: Disposition of dangerous weapons pursuant to NRS 202.340 Approve the Sheriff to trade the confiscated weapons to a properly licensed retailer or
wholesaler in exchange for equipment necessary for the performance of the agency’s
duties (requested by Sheriff)
13.
For Possible Action: Approve a contract between Lyon County (Sheriff) and the Bureau
of Land Management (BLM) for reimbursable law enforcement services by the Lyon
County Sheriff’s Office (requested by Sheriff)
Sheriff McNeil said that citizens had concerns about how the contract has been worded. Lyon County
Sheriff’s Department has been providing law enforcement to the Wilson Canyon recreational area for
decades. BLM has contractual monies for properties they have. The sheriff’s department can be
reimbursed for time spent at the Wilson Canyon recreational area not to exceed $5,000 in any given
fiscal year.
Comm. Alt is opposed to taking Federal money.
Comm. Fierro moved to approve the contract between Lyon County (Sheriff) and the Bureau of Land
Management (BLM) for reimbursable law enforcement services by the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office.
Comm. Hunewill seconded and the motion passed 4 – 1. Comm. Alt was opposed.
Jim Dunlap read his comments into the record regarding federal jurisdiction over lands.
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Duane Halgrimson asked if sheriff’s services could be performed outside the county.
14.
For Possible Action: Approve application by North Lyon County Fire District for a grant
from the Nevada Department of Transportation-TAP/STP to construct fencing on their
property (requested by North Lyon County Fire District)
15.
For Possible Action: Accept a grant from the Office of Criminal Justice in the amount of
$97,540 to fund a Behavioral Health Peace Officer position
Sheriff Al McNeil said the position would be attempting to change the culture of inmate screening.
They have been running treatment programs within the facility that has been a strain on the detention
staff. The funding for the position would be for one year.
Comptroller Josh Foli said the person would be a county employee. He explained that person would
be eligible for unemployment if the position was not funded after the first year.
The commissioners had questions.
Sheriff Al McNeil said that historically these positions are usually funded for up to three years.
District Attorney Steve Rye said this would be acceptance of the grant for one year.
Comptroller Josh Foli said the position would fall under other deputy sheriff positions. He also
explained the potential cost of unemployment benefits.
Sheriff Al McNeil explained the current screening procedure.
District Attorney Steve Rye said the position would be used to establish a program that would be used
by all deputies and jail staff. He believes it would improve the liability issues for the entire county.
Sheriff Al McNeil said there is no need to buy another vehicle for this position.
Comm. Hunewill moved to accept the grant from the Office of Criminal Justice in the amount of
$97,540 to fund a Behavioral Health Peace Officer position for a period of October 1, 2016 through
September 30, 2017. Comm. Alt seconded and the motion passed unanimously 5 – 0.
16.
For Possible Action: Acceptance of FY17 Notice of Sub-Grant Award from the State of
Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) for the Title IV-B, parent support
category in the amount of $28,000.00
17.
For Possible Action: Review and accept travel claims
Travel claims totaled $1,676.41 and registrations totaled $1,370.00.
18.
For Possible Action: Review and accept County claims and financial report
County claims totaled $2,218,494.06 and payroll totaled $1,094,430.61.
Sheriff Al McNeil asked that Items #13 and #15 be heard and acted on separately.
Comm. Fierro moved to accept the consent agenda as presented with the removal of Items #13 and #15
to be acted on separately. Comm. Hastings seconded and the motion passed unanimously 5 – 0.
**END OF CONSENT AGENDA**
RECESS TO CONVENE AS THE LIQUOR BOARD FOR LYON COUNTY
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Public participation
There was no public participation.
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For Possible Action: Review and possible approval of liquor license application:
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Looper, Amy; Dollar General #13524; 1105 Lake Ave., Silver Springs, NV; Liquor
Manager; Retail Packaged Goods
Comm. Fierro moved to approve the liquor license application for Amy Looper, Dollar General, as
presented. Comm. Hastings seconded and the motion passed unanimously 6 – 0.
21.
Public participation
There was no public participation.
ADJOURN TO RECONVENE AS THE LYON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR AGENDA
22.
For Possible Action: Approve a festival permit for Crowder, Travis L.; Aguilar, Justin;
Night in the Country, LLC; Hwy., 95A, Yerington, NV; Night in the Country Concert
Comm. Hastings moved to approve as presented. Comm. Fierro seconded and the motion passed
unanimously 5 – 0.
Al McNeil commended the staff at Night in the Country for taking a proactive step and hiring a patrol
staff for the event.
23.
For Possible Action: Propose an ordinance adding Lyon County Code Title 4, Chapter
14, Section 1, imposing an additional fee on the recording of certain documents by the
County Recorder with the proceeds used to provide legal services for abused and
neglected children in Lyon County (requested by Anne Laughlin)
Anne Laughlin explained the $3.00 additional recording fee to be used for abused and neglected
children.
Comptroller Josh Foli said the additional $3.00 recording fee should generate $40,000 to $45,000 per
year.
District Court Judge John Schlegelmilch said the District Court paid out $120 thousand for abused and
neglected children during the last fiscal year. He explained the programs the court has through
Washoe Legal Services where they represent the child. He explained the need to generate additional
funds for Abused and Neglected Children.
Comm. Hastings proposed the ordinance adding Lyon County Code Title 4, Chapter 14, Section 1,
imposing an additional fee on the recording of certain documents by the County Recorder with the
proceeds used to provide legal services for abused and neglected children in Lyon County.
Dawna Warr explained the addition fee is allowed by state statute. She explained the fees charged for
recording documents.
James Conway, Director of Washoe Legal Services, was in support of the ordinance.
Jim Dunlap said it sounds like you are using the children for redistribution of wealth by force.
24.
For Possible Action: Approve a Road Division reorganization by eliminating one vacant
Senior Road Maintainer position and creating a Road Maintainer position; and
reclassifying one Senior Road Maintainer position to a Road Maintenance Supervisor
position (requested by Road Director)
Dustin Homan Road Director said there is currently a vacant road maintainer position and felt it was an
opportune time to implement the reorganization. He said there would be about a $3,500 saving by
doing this.
Comm. Fierro moved to approve the Road Division reorganization by eliminating one vacant Senior
Road Maintainer position and creating a Road Maintainer position; and reclassifying one Senior Road
Maintainer position to a Road Maintenance Supervisor position. Comm. Hastings seconded and the
motion passed unanimously 5 – 0.
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For Discussion and Possible Action: To approve a contract with Shaheen Beauchamp
Builders, LLC, to complete the required tenant improvements, (Public Works Project
Number) PWP LY-2016-072 at the Silver Springs Government Center, located at 620
Lake St, in Silver Springs, Nevada. The amount not to exceed $479,000
Facilities Director Tim Ogle said this is for a contract to improve the Silver Springs Government
Center at 620 Lake St. in Silver Springs.
Comm. Hastings had questions regarding the first time this went out for bid. The first three bids came
in higher than the engineer’s estimate.
There was discussion regarding change orders.
Comm. Fierro moved to approve a contract with Shaheen Beauchamp Builders, LLC, to complete the
required tenant improvements, (Public Works Project Number)
PWP LY-2016-072 at the Silver
Springs Government Center, located at 620 Lake St, in Silver Springs, Nevada. The amount not to
exceed $479,000 with change orders not to exceed 10% to be approved by the County Manager.
Comm. Mortensen seconded and the motion passed unanimously 5 – 0.
RECESS TO CONVENE AS CENTRAL LYON COUNTY VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT
BOARD
26.
Public Participation
There was no public participation.
27.
For Possible Action: Review and accept claims and financial report
The cash balance as of July 20, 2016 was $284,454.19. There were no claims or payroll.
Comm. Fierro moved to approve the claims and financial report as presented. Comm. Hastings
seconded and the motion passed unanimously 5 – 0.
28.
Public Participation
There was no public participation.
ADJOURN TO CONVENE AS MASON VALLEY MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT
BOARD
29.
Public Participation
There was no public participation.
30.
For Possible Action: Review and accept claims and financial report
The cash balance as of July 20, 2016 was $335,134.10. Claims totaled $10,605.73 and payroll totaled
$4,494.84.
Comm. Fierro moved to approve the claims and financial report as presented. Comm. Hastings
seconded and the motion passed unanimously 5 – 0.
31.
Public Participation
There was no public participation.
ADJOURN TO CONVENE AS WALKER RIVER WEED CONTROL DISTRICT BOARD
32.
Public Participation
There was no public participation.
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33.
For Possible Action: Review and accept claims and financial report
The cash balance as of July 20, 2016 was $99,867.09. Claims totaled $66.01 and payroll totaled
$968.85.
Comm. Fierro moved to approve the claims and financial report as presented. Comm. Hastings
seconded and the motion passed unanimously 5 – 0.
34.
Public Participation
There was no public participation.
ADJOURN TO CONVENE AS THE WILLOWCREEK GENERAL IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT BOARD
35.
Public Participation
There was no public participation.
36.
For Possible Action: Review and accept claims and financial report
The cash balance as of July 20, 2016 was $234,148.41. Claims totaled $3,844.00; there was no
payroll.
Comm. Fierro moved to approve the claims and financial report as presented. Comm. Hastings
seconded and the motion passed unanimously 5 – 0.
37.
Public Participation
There was no public participation.
ADJOURN TO CONVENE AS THE SILVER SPRINGS GENERAL IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT BOARD
38.
Public Participation
There was no public participation.
39.
For Possible Action: Review and accept claims and financial report
The cash balance as of July 20, 2016 was $648,571.37. Claims totaled $16,468.73; there was no
payroll.
Comm. Fierro moved to approve the claims and financial report as presented. Comm. Hastings
seconded and the motion passed unanimously 5 – 0.
40.
Public Participation
There was no public participation.
ADJOURN TO RECONVENE AS THE LYON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
41.
Commissioner Comments
Comm. Hastings thanked the Lyon County road crew for their efforts with the incident in Dayton on
the 4th of July.
42.
For Possible Action: Approve Minutes (available in the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office)
Comm. Hunewill moved to approve the minutes of July 7, 2016 as presented. Comm. Hastings
seconded and the motion passed unanimously 5 – 0.
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Public participation
Dave Snelgrove of Farr West Engineering who is serving as the Lyon County Community
Development Director said he is pleased with the way things are going so far and looks forward to
delving into Title 15 in the near future. He is looking forward to making positive changes to Lyon
County.
44.
Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned.
LYON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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JOE MORTENSEN, Chairman
ATTEST
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NIKKI BRYAN, Lyon County Clerk/Treasurer
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