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Board authorizes Emergency Management to accept donated funds and items for volunteer program
Summary
Bonner County approved a resolution allowing Emergency Management to accept donated funds and items into a restricted fund for volunteer recruitment, training, equipment and recognition. Director Howard said no donations have yet been received but several organizations expressed willingness to contribute once the authority is in place.
The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing Bonner County Emergency Management to accept donated funds and items to support its volunteer program.
Howard (Emergency Management) explained: "These donations will be deposited into a designated restricted fund and use exclusively to support volunteer recruitment training, equipment recognition, and other program related needs. Accepting these funds donations ensures transparency, accountability, and proper stewardship of funds contributed by their community and our partner organizations." Staff told commissioners that no donations had yet been received but some organizations were prepared to contribute once the policy was approved.
Commissioners clarified whether the resolution should include non‑monetary items; staff replied the resolution could be amended administratively if needed. The motion passed by roll call vote.
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