Brookings joins authority that oversees local airport Jul 6, 2008
On June 23, the Brookings City Council members unanimously decided to sign the Joint Powers Agreement with Del Norte County, Crescent City and Elk Valley Rancheria. Brookings City Councilman Dave Gordon took a seat on the board at the Thursday meeting. (Daily Triplicate)
Carinalli site in doubt for SVH future Jun 24, 2008
During Wednesday's meeting the board is scheduled to discuss the general obligation bond, plans to install the digital mammography machine in the Carolyn J. Stone Women's Health and Wellness Center, and the joint powers agreement. The meeting will be held Wednesday, June 25, at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 177 First St. W.. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
SYNOPSIS OF COUNTY Jun 12, 2008
M/Seeboth, S/Berg, to approve the South Central Community Based Initiative Joint Powers Agreement for the 10 counties (Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Martin, Freeborn, Le Sueur, Nicollet, Rice, Sibley and Watonwan Counties) that are a part of the South Central Community Based Initiative to join together for a joint powers agreement; The 4. 11 provision of the agreement would be filled in Brown County by the Brown County Family Services Director; The alternate would be the Brown County Family... (Sleepy Eye Herald Dispatch, MN)
City wants fairground agreement May 29, 2008
"It seems like a joint powers agreement would be helpful," Tabor said ... Mayor John Warford also supported Tabor's motion to come up with a joint powers agreement and a new authority ... Commissioners noted that he could use the former joint powers agreement as a basis. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
County jumps on energy saving bandwagon May 22, 2008
- Approved the amended and restated joint powers agreement for the Minnesota Counties Computer Cooperative. The board approved Amendment No. 1, which reduced liability. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Watersheds to share resources for study May 15, 2008
- Approved a joint powers agreement, construction agreement and management plan with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for the Mud Lake electrical fish barrier. The board also approved the contract with G-Cubed, the engineering firm, for the fish barrier design. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Letters: Supervisor Finigan is an advocate outside of Del Norte May 4, 2008
We can see the results of work that County Supervisor David Finigan has done locally: the new airport JPA (Joint Powers Agreement); a new First 5-sponsored Family Resource Center; joint meetings and agreements with the City Council; improvements on Elk Valley Road, and soon, new boat ramps in Klamath. What may not be known is the positive impact Finigan is having on our behalf in Sacramento: advocating for exemptions from state payment delays; providing input to stop burdensome septic tank... (Daily Triplicate)
Convicted chiropractor's board seat considered May 2, 2008
Under the joint powers agreement between the city and Campbell County commissioners, the City Council has the right to remove any appointment to the board at any time without cause, City Attorney Charlie Anderson said. Mayor Duane Evenson would not comment on what information or grievances the council would consider in removing an appointed official. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Board tables Giel Field lease levy vote May 2, 2008
The district entered into a joint powers agreement with Winona State University and the Morrie Miller Athletic Foundation to share the costs of renovations, which totaled about 2 million. In a presentation to the board, district activities director Mark Winter said the project s architect recommended installing an artificial surface instead of grass on the football field to increase the amount of use the field could sustain and to reduce the risk of the field deteriorating. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Attorney general's opinion on aquatic center project sought Apr 19, 2008
He said the attorney general also has to sign off on the joint powers agreement that has been entered into by the park district and Bismarck State College. "We're hoping it will be done quickly," Ward said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Officials: Edgewood's Police Coverage to Change Apr 13, 2008
The state police are currently providing police coverage for Edgewood under a joint powers agreement. That means that when the agreement expires, the State Police will change their focus, he said. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Brookings on board with airport if change OKed Apr 5, 2008
Members of the authority's board of directors directed General Counsel Robert Black on Thursday to distribute a draft of a Joint Powers Agreement that includes the city of Brookings as a member of the JPA.. Black presented the draft at the Thursday meeting. (Daily Triplicate)
Q-Comp task force gets WAPS reps Apr 4, 2008
The board also approved a joint powers agreement proposed at the last board meeting, involving renovation costs and use of a new track for WSHS. The agreement would include Winona State University and the Morrie Miller Athletic Foundation, with the new track located at Paul Giel Field. Estimated costs for the renovations are 2 million, with the district contributing 500,000. (Winona Daily News, MN)
GB takes ‘huge step' on project Apr 3, 2008
Before negotiations can begin, however, the intent to award a contract must be approved by the California Department of Parks and Recreation, the city's partner in a joint powers agreement to develop and operate the facility. The 20. (Santa Maria Times)
Cedar River district plans for summer Apr 3, 2008
Approved a joint powers agreement with the Minnesota Department of Corrections for work release services. A contract is in place currently, and the new one would start July 1. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Any insult was not the intent Apr 2, 2008
Edward wrote on Apr 1, 2008 11:12 AM:" To get it right: Sorry I am so stupid to believe that if the park district or a joint powers agreement were to build this facility it would not take a 60% voter apoproval for the bonds. Using a stalking horse to get the bonds at a higher interest rate than the park district could get and transferring the higher cost to the park district makes the statute not apply. Really looking out for the people's interests park board. If this is such a desired project... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Rio Rancho approves joint powers agreement Apr 1, 2008
The Rio Rancho city council approved a joint powers agreement regarding the Sandoval County Regional Emergency Communications Center. The new agreement updates the 2003 JPA for the regional 911 dispatch center, which now includes the Town of Bernalillo and Santa Ana Pueblo, along with original members Rio Rancho, Sandoval County and Corrales. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
County mulls joining radio group Mar 28, 2008
Mower County is the only county who has not yet signed a joint powers agreement to participate ... Hannon said they would be limited by the terms of the joint powers agreement and that every effort would be made to make them fair and equitable for every member. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Animal control in a Catch-22 Mar 28, 2008
That arrangement is entirely separate from a joint powers agreement requiring Rupert, Paul, Acequia, Minidoka and the county to pay a percentage of its 75,000 budget. Heyburn was originally a signatory to the joint powers agreement but withdrew in 2004 in the wake of the J.R. Simplot Co. plant closure, which cost the area hundreds of jobs ... Watson said his reason for bringing the problem to Heyburn s attention Wednesday was not to request the city rejoin the joint powers agreement. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Landfill Rates May Go Up Mar 28, 2008
"I expect we will go into negotiations with Bernalillo County between now and the end of (June)," perhaps resulting in a revision of the joint powers agreement, Ellis said. At the board meeting members discussed raising the member rate to $28. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Water authority's workload expands Mar 26, 2008
At the March 18 board meeting, Calaveras County supervisors approved an amended Joint Powers Agreement with UMRWA that extends the authority s power to include water supply projects. Specifically, the two projects on the table are a Regional Conjunctive Use Project and the Raise Lower Bear Project. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Stearley Hires Mayor of Estancia Mar 21, 2008
He noted that the town's current police protection, a joint powers agreement with the New Mexico State Police, expires July 1. Edgewood Police Chief Paul Welch said he already has 15 applications that meet the town's requirements, but he's not ready to begin hiring until he has the appropriate infrastructure in place. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Renovation plans set for WSHS field; School Board takes more actions Mar 21, 2008
Cotter High School would use the facilities as well, but will not be included in the joint powers agreement after concerns were raised over Constitutional issues if Cotter were to receive a disproportionate benefit from the arrangement. The Morrie Miller Foundation agreed to increase its contribution to cover Cotter s anticipated payment. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Who owns all of the land Camp-plex sits on? Mar 20, 2008
County Administrator Bob Palmer and Deputy County Attorney Carol Seeger said they checked the joint powers agreement that created the land board, but could not find the stipulation that would require city and county approval for land uses that last more than five years. With the help of City Attorney Charlie Anderson, they did find an amendment to the agreement from 1988 that created the stipulation in question. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Sutter facility to remain open Mar 19, 2008
Rayner sees the four district hospitals joined together under the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) continuing to move forward in a collaborative manner. Additionally, the Healdsburg hospital is operating in the black and has implemented many creative strategies as well as opening its eight-bed Wetzel Family ER, and the four-bed Patricia and Ray Chambers ICU.. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Get it together Mar 17, 2008
That question would seem reason enough for countywide firefighting under a joint powers agreement or a consolidated county fire department. There are other reasons, such as uneven capabilities, that have produced a first step that is soon due for the Board of Supervisors' approval: consolidation of 13 underfunded, underequipped fire districts in 1. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Opinion)
Entrepreneurs the focus of upcoming economic summit Mar 15, 2008
Airport: The City of Crescent City, Del Norte County and Elk Valley Rancheria combined to form the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) and subsequently the Border Coast Regional Airport Authority. The authority deals specifically with airport issues. (Daily Triplicate)
County radios will need an upgrade Mar 6, 2008
The Freeborn County commissioners approved the county to be part of the entities joint powers agreement on Feb. 20. The FCC mandated the narrow-banding to begin in 2012, pushing all radio users to upgrade to a new system. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Park Board looks over plans for pool Feb 29, 2008
A joint powers agreement involving the park district, BSC and the board of higher education has been completed and is being reviewed, Neu said. The BSC student body and board of governors has approved a 4 per credit fee, which will provide 300,000 annually for operating capital and access for BSC students. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Hospital JPA shows signs of progress Feb 29, 2008
During Wednesday's meeting of the Sonoma Valley Health Care District, boardmembers got an in-depth update on the progress of the joint powers agreement, which includes steps towards linking the information technology (IT) servers at all hospitals and securing better employee benefit packages. In 2007, Sonoma Valley Hospital was responsible for launching the joint powers agreement that allowed the Sonoma Health Care District, the Palm Drive Hospital District, the North Sonoma County Hospital... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Sparks fly at council meeting Feb 19, 2008
Commissioner Thomas, did you talk to any of the councilors that you see here tonight or in the past that made up this joint powers agreement, Salzman said. Williams interjected and said: I can answer that for you, Councilor Salzman. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
More of this story Feb 16, 2008
Remember, this is led by a Joint Powers agreement between L.A. County and L.A. City and the odds of that being successful are historically zero - that is not an exaggeration. Remember the Civic Center Authority. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
SMC targets Civic Center for Malibu campus (118) Feb 14, 2008
"Brown was referring to the October 2006 termination of escrow between the college and Yamaguchi Family Trust for the property on Stuart Ranch Road.The college's Malibu campus is mandated by the 135 million bond measure approved by Santa Monica and Malibu voters in 2004. Under the terms of that Measure S, 25 million is to be spent for site acquisition and development of a 25,000 square-foot classroom facility and field space for the benefit of Malibu residents.The [Santa Monica-Malibu Community... (Malibu Times, CA)
Commissioners hear reports from public health and volunteer network board Feb 13, 2008
He requested authorization from the commissioners to enter into a joint powers agreement with Beadle County for the purchase of culverts, etc. The commissioners unanimously passed a motion to this effect. (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
Recharge idea resurfaces at BBARWA Jan 30, 2008
The joint powers agreement involving the CSD, the DWP and BBARWA is another hurdle, Schindler said ... BBARWA board member Rick Herrick said he wants to look at the special use permit and the joint powers agreement before entering into an agreement with Bear Valley Electric Service ... Ollila said his interpretation of the joint powers agreement doesn t prohibit BBARWA from entering into an agreement with Bear Valley Electric Service. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Renewable energy will have to hold for now Jan 25, 2008
BBARWA has a joint powers agreement with the DWP and the Big Bear City Community Services District to dispose of wastewater. Herrick said he doesn t want to enter an agreement with Bear Valley Electric Service that jeopardizes the agreement with the other agencies. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
New officers to head pueblo Jan 11, 2008
Former Acoma Governor Jason Johnson and Department of Transportation Secretary Rhonda Faught signed a joint powers agreement last year to bring the interchange to Acoma. The project is expected to begin in October. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Citizen asks sheriff to arrest commissioners Jan 10, 2008
- Terminated a 2005 joint powers agreement with the South Central Drug Investigation Unit ... The commissioners then approved a 2008 joint powers agreement with the aforementioned four counties. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Commissioners close out 2007 and begin 2008 Jan 9, 2008
The third policy change is to add the position of Soil Conservation District Manager thru a joint powers agreement to the list of county personnel. The joint powers agreement has to be renewed each year. (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
Brookings agrees to join regional airport Dec 13, 2007
BROOKINGS After a brief presentation Monday night, the Brookings City Council members agreed that they liked the concept of joining the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) and Border Coast Regional Airport Authority. The council voted unanimously to approve the concept, but still have some legal concerns, which they will discuss, and then vote again at the next meeting whether to formally join. (Daily Triplicate)
Commissioners renew county liquor licenses Dec 12, 2007
Rothschadl presented the commissioners with the Joint Powers Agreement between Bon Homme County and the Soil Conservation District that she drafted. As discussed at a previous meeting, this agreement will satisfy the item found on the 2005-06 audit regarding the item "The conservation manager who answers to the conservation district board is considered a county employee for payroll purposes. The states attorney should be consulted to determine the propriety of this payroll arrangement."... (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
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"Maybe we ought to explore a joint powers agreement and hand it all back to them," said County Commission Chair Dan Kalil of the county. County Board members said the program only covers a minimal amount of mosquito control for the county. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Student fees normal for wellness centers Nov 21, 2007
Any concerns students have raised about scheduling and student employment opportunities will be addressed in the Joint Powers Agreement. Since becoming president of BSC, everyone has told me about a desire to take the college to its next higher level. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Don't add the pool to student fees Nov 18, 2007
A joint powers agreement would define the relationship. A group of enthusiasts in a nonprofit group led by businessman Dennis Kemmesat is said to still be interested in participating in making the construction of an indoor water sports venue affordable. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
City delays action on 15th St. speed zone Nov 14, 2007
Jay Leibel, city attorney, explained that Madison has to sign a joint powers agreement with Leroy Township to set a speed limit on the roadway (the speed limit is currently 55 mph as set by the county), since the city possesses one side of the road and the township is responsible for the other side ... Under the joint powers agreement, the city would have responsibility for erecting speed zone signs and enforcing the speed limit. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Park board has big plans Nov 4, 2007
Neu said some issues had to be worked out, such as the city's reservation for a future road on the campus' west side; redevelopment of a joint powers agreement; and a lease with the city, which would allow the district to take Canary Avenue to pavement. The park district would build the pool facility, leaving room for the addition of a wellness center to be constructed by BSC.. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Airport Authority discusses duties Nov 3, 2007
CRESCENT CITY The Border Coast Regional Airport Authority is still in limbo after signing the Joint Powers Agreement on Oct. 4. On Thursday, the Authority had its first meeting since signing the Agreement to discuss its governance role over the Jack McNamara Field Airport. (Daily Triplicate)
City, airport working on levee system with Corps Oct 16, 2007
The joint meeting had the committees "talking about the joint powers agreement between the city, the park and airport," said Wahpeton City Engineer Randy Nelson. Much of the discussion revolved around the long-term maintenance of the project. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Airport now managed by three groups Oct 13, 2007
From left, Dale A. Miller, chairman of Elk Valley Rancheria; Crescent City Mayor Dennis Burns; and David Finigan, Del Norte County Board of Supervisors chairperson, sign a Joint Powers Agreement for the Jack McNamara Field Airport on Oct. 4 ... The three entities signed a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) to create the Border Coast Airport Authority, said David Finigan, chairperson for the Board of Supervisors. (Daily Triplicate)
Breckenridge city to have new health coverage Oct 10, 2007
The city's health insurance is presently provided through a joint powers agreement with Lakes Country Service Cooperative who will continue to provide coverage until Jan. 1. "We are discontinuing using them for their health insurance," Barth said. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
County looks at library options Oct 10, 2007
-- Bond for a county owned/budgeted portion of a structure that could involve a joint powers agreement with some other entity. -- Consider a library user district that might include several counties in the Black Hills area. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Firefighting facility built at airport complete Oct 5, 2007
During Thursday's Aviation Advisory Commission meeting, the Border Coast Airport Authority Joint Powers Agreement will be signed by the Board of Supervisors of Del Norte County, the City Council of Crescent City and the Elk Valley Rancheria. "Basically it will be regional management," Bernard said, "because the supes (supervisors) thought it was a regional facility.". (Daily Triplicate)
Crescent City Council to hear underground powerline proposal Oct 2, 2007
The council will also consider signing a joint powers agreement for the Border Coast Airport Authority which would allow the city to be included in decision-making for the operation of McNamara Field. Del Norte County currently owns and operates the commercial airport. (Daily Triplicate)
Lodi aims for seat at commuter rail table Sep 13, 2007
The committee could recommend adding Lodi to the rail commission, SJCOG Executive Director Andrew Chesley said, adding that it would involve changing the board's joint powers agreement. Rail commissioners, who are also cityand county-elected officials, are appointed to four-year terms, Chesley said, and they are replaced if they are not re-elected. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
City to consider soil test contract for S.W. 3rd St. project Sep 1, 2007
-- Authorizing the mayor to sign a joint powers agreement with Herman Township regarding maintenance, repair and signage on Farmer Avenue. -- Hearing the first reading of an ordinance outlining excavation rules related to public rights-of-way, resurfacing, city fees, bonds, seasonal limitations and backfilling. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Edgewood Needs Cops Fast Aug 31, 2007
The town currently has a joint powers agreement with New Mexico State Police, which requires that at least one officer be on duty at all times. That agreement runs out in the beginning of 2008, along with the guaranteed coverage. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Contracts approved by commission Aug 21, 2007
Also on the agenda was the approval of a joint powers agreement with the City of Grants and the Village of Milan to support the Cibola Transit Authority. Consultant Larry Alfin reported to the commission that three buses for the system will be delivered before October, 2007, and 14 passenger vans have been ordered. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Exit 102 to get new interchange Aug 21, 2007
EXIT 102 - Jason Johnson, Acoma Governor, and Rhonda Faught, Secretary for the New Mexico Department of Transportation, signed a joint powers agreement last Friday to bring a brand new interchange at Exit 102, just west of the current one, costing an estimated 19 million. Construction is expected to begin in October 2008. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Wastewater deal struck Aug 21, 2007
The Pocatello City Council approved a joint powers agreement Thursday that will allow the two cities and the county to treat wastewater coming from each of the areas at the Pocatello sewer treatment plant ... England said idea to join the three entities was based on a similar joint powers agreement between Ammon, Shelley, Bingham County and Bonneville County for a similar purpose. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
City Council will kick in $4,000 for counseling Aug 16, 2007
Under the joint powers agreement that operates the department 79 percent ( 15,800) would be paid by Campbell County, 20 percent ( 4,000) by the City of Gillette and 1 percent ( 200) by the Town of Wright, said County Administrative Director Bob Palmer. The counseling is being offered to cadets, volunteers, family members and others connected to the department, past and present, who feel they need to talk abut the situation. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Bret Harte, Angels Camp enter joint powers agreement Aug 16, 2007
The Angels Camp City Council voted unanimously last Tuesday to enter into a Joint Powers Agreement with the Bret Harte Union High School District to open up the new facilities and release 100,000 in state grants to the school. Last spring, Bret Harte finished construction on two new basketball courts, two softball diamonds, a baseball diamond, five tennis courts and two volleyball courts. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Biggs City Council appoints Crawford Aug 11, 2007
The proposal is to establish a Joint Powers Agreement involving communities in the area from Thermalito Afterbay to the Wadsworth Road in the Sutter/Sacramento Area. In that Biggs is at a lower elevation (80 feet) it is recommended that the City join with other communities the north and central valley in order to upgrade and establish the levees necessary to control flooding in case of a major flood in the area. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Edgewood Gets Top Cop Aug 11, 2007
State Police have a joint powers agreement to provide law enforcement service to Edgewood, which expires in 2008. It is an interim measure until the town has its own police department, but Salazar said State Police will retain a presence in Edgewood even after the town department is in place. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
City Commission hosts joint meeting, regular meeting back to back Aug 8, 2007
A joint powers agreement may be in the wind for the city of Devils Lake, Ramsey County, the Devils Lake School District and the Devils Lake Park Board ... County Commissioner Joe Belford pointed out that there already exists a joint powers agreement between the city and county. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Edgewood Won't Be Using Mounted Patrol Jul 20, 2007
State Police have a joint powers agreement to provide law enforcement service to the town. Both are interim measures until the town has a police department, but the town also expects to be able to call on both police services after its own department is in place. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
