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