Six-month notice given for Bayview docks lease termination

But will remain open through boating season

The only member of the public who spoke after the Kootenai County commissioners unanimously approved termination on July 1 of the Bayview docks lease agreement was Lakes Highway District Commissioner Rod Twete. The lease requires at least six-months of notice of termination to either party and January 1, 2026, county commissioners and the highway district will have to again begin the process to find a new solution for maintenance of district-own facilities.

Kootenai County commissioners agree to sign Lakes Highway District lease

Kootenai County Commissioners agreed unanimously Tuesday to sign a lease proposed by Lakes Highway District. “This is an agreement for one year,” Commissioner Leslie Duncan said.

Dispute over Bayview dock may end with property transfer

A document to transfer the Bayview property from Lakes Highway District to Kootenai County was issued from the highway board to county commissioners Wednesday. If signed, the document would give the property to the county at no cost to them, allowing them to proceed with pursuing an Idaho Department of Lands permit to install a new dock.

Lakes Highway District raises legal concerns about permit for Bayview docks

Lakes Highway District hit pause on the ongoing docks process earlier this week after concerns over a request from Kootenai County officials to become solely responsible for maintaining for the dock at Bayview after it is installed. Eric Shanley, director of highways for Lakes Highway District said he is hopeful talks will continue, but the ask for sole responsibility on the Idaho Department of Lands permit was something that legally his highway board feels is on shaky ground.

Fate of public docks uncertain after Kootenai County pulls support

Commissioners say move aims to curb costs

The Lakes Highway District (LHD) was left scrambling last week when they were told by the Parks and Waterways Department that Kootenai County is discontinuing its public dock and restroom services at the Bayview 5th and Lakeside, Spirit Lake Nautical Loop and the Twin Lakes Par 3 boat launches.