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March 31, 2022
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Mayors not wild about impact-fee proposal
County wants cities to collect fees on its behalf to fund jail, parks, waterways
Not-so-sudden impact

Aquifer protection approved: Some say it doesn't go far enough to protect water supply
Kootenai County Commissioners approved an ordinance Thursday that aims to protect the county’s drinking water supply. Commissioners Bill Brooks and Leslie Duncan voted to adopt the ordinance that restricts septic density over the Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer to one dwelling per 5 acres. Chris Fillios was not present for the meeting. “I don’t think there’s any question that the mass majority of people are in favor of this,” Brooks said.

Sheriff criticizes Justice Building expansion
Federal rules prohibit using ARPA funds to expand jail
Federal rules prohibit using ARPA funds to expand jail

Residents question recent county vote
Some residents say the Board of County Commissioners didn’t follow proper procedure during a recent hearing to consider a request to expand a planned unit development.

Jail staff getting a raise
Bump of $2.06/hour effective next pay period
County commissioners voted unanimously Thursday to approve a raise for detention deputies at the county jail.

Optional Forms struggle looks dead
Matter likely won’t go to voters
Matter likely won’t go to voters

County officials look ahead
Commissioners speak at State of the County discussion
Commissioners speak at State of the County discussion

Commissioners face complaint
Open meeting violation alleged; target is form of government group
Resident accuses study commission of violating open meeting law