The Lincoln County Commissioners convened on October 6, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including a right-of-way permit and motor vehicle tax exemption applications. The meeting began with a light-hearted discussion about rising costs, with one commissioner humorously noting the increase in fees over the years.
The first significant item on the agenda was the consideration of a right-of-way permit submitted by Kennedy Brothers for a power line crossing on West Antelope Road, near Highway 25. The project involves an underground installation, and the county's road foreman has been involved in the planning. There were no objections from the roads department regarding the permit. A motion was made and seconded to authorize the chair to sign the permit, which passed unanimously after a brief discussion.
Following this, the commissioners moved to the Lincoln County Board of Equalization segment of the meeting. They reviewed the minutes from the previous meeting held on September 29, 2025, which were approved without discussion. The County Assessor, Julie Stinger, reported that there were no certificates of correction or refunds to address.
The next item was a motor vehicle tax exemption application for a 1999 Ford van owned by the First Church of the Nazarene, intended for transporting congregation members. The application was recommended for approval by the county treasurer, Sherry Nadden. A motion to approve the exemption was made, seconded, and passed with unanimous support.
The meeting concluded with the commissioners adjourning the Board of Equalization and reconvening as the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners. The session highlighted the county's ongoing administrative processes and community support initiatives, reflecting the commissioners' commitment to local governance and public service.