County Commission Sept 16, 2013

BOCC Sept 16, 2013

All commissioners present

     During public comments, Deb Nuss talked about a paper trail for  Electronic
voting.  County  Clerk, Rich Vargo, explained that the shift to e-voting was
mandated  by the federal govt. to make voting access easier.  He also said that
the machines are kept in strict security, are not connected to the Internet and
are monitored as they are set up for elections.  He also reminded everyone that
paper ballots are always available.  Nuss presented the commission a copy of Barbara Simons book,
"Broken Ballots: Will your vote Count?"
     Eileen King presented her monthly report .
     Robert Nall explained to the commission why replacing the old AS/400 server
will be the best choice over going to a Cloud hosting service.  Cost differences
over time are negligible .
     Phil Anderson presented the background of the building of the Pillsbury Viaduct and the preserving of the  Art Deco  bridge pier and showed the proposed signage.  If enough funding is donated, there will be some matching funds available.  The aluminum sign to be erected will be installed by Thomas signs at no charge.
     The discussion of an advisory board for the Public Building Commission
resulted in a passing vote of 2 to 1 with commissioner Boyd voting for, Lewis and Wells
against.  Boyd wanted more public input, Vargo noted that each project will have
public meetings for public comment.
    Leon Hobson talked about the parking lot purchased by the county.  County staff will be able to rent spaces in it.  It is not planned for general parking.
    Copies of the budget brochure are now available in several places including the County office.
      Julie Merklin, observer