Comm. Mortensen requested that item #25 be heard earlier on the agenda.

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1 April 1, 2010 The Honorable Board of Lyon County Commissioners met this day in regular session with the following present: Chairman Joe Mortensen, Vice-chair Chuck Roberts, Commissioners Larry McPherson and Phyllis Hunewill. Commissioner Don Tibbals was absent. Also present: County Manager Dennis Stark, Deputy District Attorney Mark Krueger and County Clerk-Treasurer Nikki Bryan and Deputy Clerk Joanne Sarkisian. 1. Review and adoption of agenda Comm. Mortensen requested that item #25 be heard earlier on the agenda. Comm. Hunewill made a motion to approve as amended. Comm. Roberts seconded and the motion passed unanimously 4-0. ITEM #25 WAS HEARD AT THIS TIME 2. Elected Official s report There were no elected official s reports. 3. Appointed Officials comments IT Director Hazen Adams reported that he is currently in the process of updating the system from Binary to Google Mail. This will help with efficiency as well as decrease maintenance time. He hopes to make the transition as smooth as possible and have it completed within two months. Utilities Director Mike Workman commented that his department received a $75,000 CDBG grant for the septic tank conversion project at Dayton Valley Estates. He also stated that the offices of Senators Reid and Ensign have contacted the utilities department requesting information on Dayton well number 1 which is part of large project that funding has been requested to complete. Emergency Manager Jeff Page reported that his department has met with other animal service organizations to get ideas on ways to help the shelters run more efficiently with the help of volunteers. He then spoke of homeland security grants and the narrow band compliance issue. Mr. Page commented that the state of Nevada will go live tomorrow with web EOC. This will allow anyone with web access to follow the happenings should an emergency occur. Human Service Director Edrie LaVoie reported that March was Meals on Wheels awareness month and this year several dignitaries rode on the route to deliver meals. Planning Director Rob Loveberg informed the Board that the division of water resources conducted a community assessment report and commented on corrective actions that are being required by the report. He also stated that some building permit information deficiencies were discovered and his department is working with the residents to correct the problems. There was a discussion on the solid waste franchise agreement and the collection of recyclables. Comm. Hunewill asked who was monitoring whether customers were receiving their free drop off days at the transfer stations. Mr. Loveberg will check on this and report back to the Board. Comptroller Josh Foli reported that sales tax for the month of January in Lyon County was down by 22.2 percent over the same time last year. State wide the decrease is 8.8 percent. He will also be bringing forward a revised vehicle use policy in the near future. Mr. Foli also commented that a grant was received from POOL PACT in the amount of $10,000 to retrofit vehicles with back up sensors. 9:30 A.M. Time Specific Jail Project - Discussion and possible action on project update, tasks completed to date, and financial update (action will be taken) Comm. Roberts presented a design drawing of the proposed facility including square footages. He explained that the project has become large and that the project managers estimated 248 April 1, 2010

2 construction cost at approximately 25 million dollars. The cost estimate based on the schematics will be available in approximately five weeks. Comm. Roberts has discussed the cost with the project manager and stated that this will need to be reduced. There was discussion on the total square footage of the proposed facility. Comm. Roberts reminded the Board that there are five projects contained in this schematic. Comm. Hunewill asked if the proposed schematic contained necessary items or was a wish list of items. She also wants to make sure that the funding portion of the project remain under control. Sheriff Allen Veil clarified that when this project started the intent was to replace the detention portion. It was the opinion of the experts that it would cost more to repair the administrative and patrol area than to build new. There was a lengthy discussion on the estimated cost of the project and the concerns of the Board. 10:30 A.M. Time Specific Discussion and presentation by NVEnergy on their proposed Blackhawk to Heyborne Transmission Line Building Director Nick Malarchik began this item. He stated that NVEnergy is in the process of creating a power transmission line that will begin in Storey County, pass through Lyon County and Carson City and end in Douglas County. BLM Field Manager Linda Kelly reported that the new transmission line will increase the capacity in the Carson area including Lyon County, Douglas, County, South Lake Tahoe, Storey County and parts of Reno. BLM is in the process of completing an EIS and has been giving presentations to many of the advisory boards in the area in order to inform the citizens of the project and to address their concerns. The final EIS will be completed in April She then showed photos of the proposed structures and possible locations. Carol Dotson of Aspen Creek LLC and Dayton Valley Investors distributed maps and a letter to the Board stating opposition to the placement of the transmission lines and asked the Board to encourage BLM and NVEnergy to find alternative placement. Dayton resident Sandy Duncan stated her opposition to the project and commented that the traffic pattern from the airport is toward the proposed lines. EIS Coordinator Lee Simpkins stated that the actual placement of the lines will be available when the EIS is complete. The maps are showing alternatives and final placement has not been determined. Lyon County resident Dick Goodrick stated that the proposed H frame could be replaced with frames that have less visual impact. Lyon County resident Dave Moore stated his concern with the visual impact of the project. Dayton resident Don Phillips commented on the alternate routes and distributed maps showing the flight patterns at the Dayton Airpark. Comm. Mortensen commented that the May 20, 2010 Board meeting will be held in Dayton and this will be an agenda item at that meeting. 11:30 A.M. Closed Labor session as allowed under NRS THE BOARD ENTERED CLOSED SESSION AT THIS TIME. NO ACTION WAS TAKEN. 4. Advisory Board reports There were no advisory board reports. 249 April 1, 2010

3 5. County Manager report County Manager Dennis Stark discussed cost savings ideas. He also distributed a list which is an ongoing process based on ideas from department heads as well as the employees association. The draft report will be discussed with the leadership team at tomorrows meeting. Mr. Stark then distributed a project status report on behalf of County Engineer Dick Faber. 6. Commissioner comments Comm. McPherson mentioned the V&T railroad and some of the cost saving measures they are taking. He also stated that the Comstock Historical Association is out of funding. Comm. Hunewill mentioned a resolution that was created in 1997 and asked if the original was stored and available. She was informed that it was stored and available in the clerk s office. Comm. Roberts had no comments. Comm. Mortensen thanked staff for their hard work on the budget process 7. Public participation There was no public participation. **CONSENT AGENDA** 8. Approval of changes on Assessor s tax role due to corrections in assessments and review of tax roll changes 9. Review and possible approval of business license applications a. Brenchley Sr., Shawn; Bunn, Alex; Petersen, Todd; APX Alarm Security Solutions, Inc.; 4931 N. 300 W., Provo, UT; Residential Security Systems Sales/Installation/Service b. Rumsey, Joe & Kay; Joe s Tire Repair & Bobcat Service; 7020 Hwy 50 E., Dayton, NV; Change of Location and Addition of Tire Repair c. Mancilla, Roberto & Maria; Pizza King; Hwy 50 E., Mound House, NV; Change of Ownership d. Moody, Shelby Grace; Studio 208; 2299 Hwy 208, Smith, NV; Hair Salon e. Young, Michael; Yesco, LLC; 775 E. Glendale Avenue, Sparks, NV; Manufacture, Install, Service Signs 10. Approve inter-local agreement between Lyon County and Smith Valley Fire Protection District for the joint use of an emergency vehicle Planning Director Rob Loveberg presented this item. He stated that this agreement began as a gentlemen s agreement which makes this vehicle available 24 hours a day for emergency services to both the County and the fire district. Emergency Manager Jeff Page stated his support of this agreement. He feels that this saves both the County and the fire district money by sharing a vehicle. Comm. Hunewill made a motion to approve the agreement as presented. Comm. Roberts seconded and the motion passed unanimously Approve a contract renewal with Thomson West, to provide District Court Law Library services 12. Approve a License Agreement amendment between Lyon County and Sprint/Nextel for rack space 13. Approve resolution to create the Retiree Health Benefits Fund 250 April 1, 2010

4 14. Approve Low-Income Housing Trust Fund grant agreement on behalf of the Western Nevada HOME Consortium (Lyon County as lead agency) from the Nevada Housing Division in the amount of $280,618. Matching funds are not required 15. Acceptance of Welfare Set Aside grant award to provide homeless prevention services to Lyon County, in the amount of $14, Approve a proclamation for April 2010 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Lyon County 17. Approve a proclamation in recognition of National Volunteer Week (April 18-24, 2010) 18. Approval to release the Performance Bond, accept the Maintenance Bond and accept the Certificate of Completion for Copper Canyon Estates, Phase 1, Dayton, NV (APN ) 19. Appoint Mr. Phil Rutherford to the Silver Springs Advisory Board, replacing Ms. June Mick, with a term expiring December 31, Acceptance of Grant from the State of Nevada Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant DE-EE and Authorize the Chairman to Sign Grant 21. Review and accept travel claims Travel claims totaled $2, and registrations totaled $ Review and accept County claims and financial report County claims totaled $3,539, and payroll totaled $1,109, Comm. Hunewill made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented with item #10 being heard separately. Comm. McPherson seconded and the motion passed unanimously 4-0. **END OF CONSENT AGENDA** RECESS TO CONVENE AS THE LIQUOR BOARD FOR LYON COUNTY 23. Review and possible approval of temporary liquor license application a. Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce; 9 th Annual Oodles of Noodles; Old Town Dayton Main and Pike Streets, Dayton, NV; Temporary Liquor Permit for: May 15, 2010 Comm. McPherson made a motion to approve as presented. Comm. Hunewill seconded and the motion passed unanimously 5-0 (Sheriff Veil was present). 24. Public participation There was no public participation. ADJOURN TO RECONVENE AS THE LYON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 25. Discussion and possible action to approve the use of spay and neuter license plate revenue funds and allocation to non-profit(s) to use for the spay and neuter program Emergency Manager Jeff Page presented this item. He stated that the funds will be used to offset the cost of spay and neuter for the citizens of the county and will also help with the cost of altering shelter animals. Comm. McPherson made a motion to approve as presented. Comm. Hunewill seconded and the 251 April 1, 2010

5 motion passed unanimously Discussion and possible action to approve a waiver to Lyon County Code Title 10, Chapter 9, to allow a mobile home more than 15 years old be issued a permit (power has been off more than 6 months), located at 1360 Donner Trail, Silver Springs, Nevada (APN ) Property owner Leonora Zuti commented that she is in the process of purchasing the home and that all of the necessary repairs will take place at the close of escrow. If the waiver is approved the work can proceed. Comm. Hunewill made a motion to approve the waiver with the following conditions: 1. Landing and steps at the front door to be brought into compliance. 2. Exterior light at front door needs a globe over the exposed light bulb. 3. OSB sheathing used as skirting needs to be painted and remaining plastic skirting needs to have holes patched. 4. Electric service equipment needs rework or replacement. Comm. McPherson seconded and the motion passed unanimously Discussion and possible action on enacting an aviation fuel tax at the Silver Springs Airport County Manager Dennis Stark reminded the Board that the new fuel tank at the Silver Springs airport is nearly complete and if a fuel tax is enacted the funding would be used for future airport improvements due to the depletion of the aviation trust fund. Airport Manager Kay Bennett commented that the FAA requires that all funds generated by the airport be used to improve the airport. She also stated that the initial tax would be around 2 cents per gallon of fuel. Comm. McPherson made a motion to approve the request to allow staff and the Silver Springs Airport personnel to develop the aviation fuel tax ordinance. Comm. Hunewill seconded and the motion passed by majority 3-1 (Comm. Roberts opposed). 28. Discussion and possible action to approve a contract between Lyon County and Sletten Construction for jail Construction Manager at-risk services County Manager Dennis Stark presented this item. Comm. Hunewill asked how far along the contract is. Comm. Roberts gave details of the negotiations and reviews that have been performed by Mike Mitchell Management. He feels that the contract is not ready to be approved at this point. It was the consensus of the Board to bring this item back at a later date. 29. Commissioner Comments Comm. Hunewill asked if any other gentlemen s agreements need to be reviewed. 30. Approve Minutes There were no minutes to approve. LYON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIOENRS ATTEST: NIKKI BRYAN, Lyon County Clerk/Treasurer 252 April 1, 2010