January 13, 2025 - Topics discussed and decisions made: Claims for payment and meeting minutes were approved. Newly elected officers were sworn in. The 2025 Commissioner Chair was selected. Commissioners accepted their 2025 assignments. Wages for the Chief Deputy and a detective position were set. A quote for a new fingerprinting computer and software was approved. The Treasurer presented the quarterly financial report and discussed solid waste charges for property tax reduction participants. District obligations related to the Idaho Power Judgment. The Malad Mountain Communications (known locally as the West Hills Communication site) Building contract was reviewed. The Extension Office is received approval for a new lease for a copy machine and shared updates on the 4-H department. Veteran Service Officer Bob Stokes resigned, and a replacement is being sought. An update on county emergency communications was provided. SHSP funds will be used to purchase a portable water filtration system. A community emergency preparedness fair is being planned. Oneida County’s status with the Idaho Public Alerts and Warning System will be restored. Road and Bridge purchased a replacement truck and a flooring quote for their building was accepted. The first two LHTAC Rumble Strip invoices were approved for payment. Excess county property in the R&B department was approved for sale. A BLM reimbursement request for weed spraying was discussed, and commissioners signed thank you cards for outgoing board members. An executive session was held.

January 24, 2025 - Topics discussed and decisions made: Claims for payment and meeting minutes were approved. No Board of Equalization was needed. A grant for a reconnaissance (survey) of downtown Malad was approved for the Historical Preservation Committee. Autopsy travel reimbursement for the County Coroner will follow per diem guidelines. The Deputy Coroner position and Robyn Gamble property in St. John were discussed. The Malad Mountain Communications Building lease with the RACOON Club was signed. The Ben Naylor Rezone hearing request was withdrawn. The new Veterans Service Officer was ratified, and a thank-you card was signed for the outgoing officer. Excess county property was approved for sale, and the purchase of a storage rack for court books was approved. 

Expenditures by fund: 

General Fund/Current expense, $ 78,592.64; Road & Bridge, $ 177,590.33; Airport, $ 517.37; Ambulance, $ 14,893.44; District Court, $ 844.22; Fair, County, $ 803.41; Justice, $ 63,325.36; Health District, $ 15,442.50; Parks & Rec., $15,328.75; Revaluation, $ 623.12; Tort, $ 2,736.80; Weeds, $ 736.18; Consolidated Elections, $ 127.60; E-911, $5,262.06; Drug Court/Specialty Court Coordinator, $ 525.40 -- Total - $377,349.18