Commissioner approves $100K clinician program with Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections

The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners convened on June 24, 2025, to discuss several key agenda items, including funding for juvenile services and a facility use agreement with the Northern Lakes Fire District.

The meeting began with Director Eric Sheffield presenting a request for approval of the annual agreement with the Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections. This agreement is set to provide $100,000 in state funds to support clinician services at the juvenile detention center. Sheffield confirmed that the legal department had reviewed the agreement, ensuring its compliance. Following his presentation, the commissioners engaged in a brief discussion before moving to a vote. The motion to approve the agreement was made and seconded, with all commissioners voting in favor, resulting in the motion carrying successfully.

The next item on the agenda was a facility use agreement with the Northern Lakes Fire District. Details regarding this agreement were not provided in the transcript, but it was noted as the subsequent topic for discussion.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the county's commitment to supporting juvenile services through state funding and addressed ongoing partnerships with local fire districts. Further discussions on the facility use agreement are expected in future meetings.