2021-04-12-minutes-public-works-study-session

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PUBLIC WORKS FEES UPDATE Mark Cook gave background on the Public Works fees analysis that staff has been developing. Mark Cook continued that in the past few months Public Works has developed a structure where recovery of the true cost of fees will be reflected. Mark Cook stated that some fees may be reduced, while others will see an increase based on actual time spent. Discussion was held. Staff was directed to set Public Hearing, REVISED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR TRAFFIC FOREMAN Mark Cook gave background on the business decision to train the Traffic Foreman the last few years on bridge inspections for the county. Mark Cook continued that the Public Works' Consultant, KPFF, has been training Tim Kauzlarich and Mark Cook would like to recognize Tim Kauzlarich's services with this task. Mark Cook added that Tim Kauzlarich is now performing bridge inspections eliminating the reliance on a Consultant. Mark Cook commented he would like to amend the Traffic Foreman job description to reflect his qualifications, along with a five percent (5%) wage increase. Discussion was held. Staff was directed to move forward with the revised job description and wage increase. TITLE VI UPDATE Mark Cook gave background on the Title VI program and the last update that was completed in 2019. Mark Cook stated that an update needs to be completed and staff is looking for direction to correct the information and get in compliance due to the lack of reporting the last couple of years. Discussion was held. Staff was directed to draft enab-ing documents for consideration at an upcoming agenda session. BRIDGE 69342 LOAD RATING Mark Cook presented findings of recent bridge inspections have revealed that Bridge 89342 on Vantage Highway will need to have a posted load rating due to the construction of the bridge. Mark Cook stated that imposing the new load ratings may have some impacts on the local agricultural industry, particularly local hay press operations. Discussion was held. Staff was directed to draft enabling documents for consideration. COOKS CANYON RIGHT OF WAY ESTABLISHMENT Mark Cook gave background on the request for research by County Surveyor, Justin Turnbull on the right-of-way for 1+/- mile of Cooke Canyon Road. Mark Cook stated that the easements that exist would allow for a twenty (20) to twenty-six (26) foot right of way width for establishment. Commissioner Cory Wright requested the documentation from the research completed and a discussion with the 2021-04-12 MINUTES