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First amendement- The right to assemble and petition-
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peaceably to assemble and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

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First amendment- The right to free speech and press

The first amendment protects the freedom of speech and freedom of the press. Communication is an important part of our lives, and the level of freedom to communicate has a significant impact on our society and on the strength of our democracy. Freedom of speech is essentially our right to communicate about political issues.

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First amendment- The right to worship freely
The first amendment has two guarantees,
1. "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion."
2."Congress shall make no law prohibiting the free exercise."
The first one means the united states cannot make any faith in the official region to make laws that favor any religion over another.
The second means that people who believe or not what they want about religion without fear of punishment.

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Second amendment- The right to bear arms.

During colonial times, Britain had used an army to keep all the citizens in place,  but after America earned their independence the Americans thought it was suspicious that the British army was still there, they decided to use volunteered state militias in place of the troops.

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Third amendment- Quartering troops in homes,

The British passed laws called Quartering Acts that allowed their soldiers to take over the homes of the American colonists. The first Quartering Act was passed by the British parliament in 1769. ... It allowed for British troops to stay wherever they wanted, including the colonists' homes.

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For most of my adult life, I have been a staunch and passionate supporter of the 3rd Amendment. If I'm a single-issue voter, I'm a 3rd Amendment guy. No matter what else Congress or the courts say, I refuse to allow anyone or anything to trample upon my 3rd Amendment rights.

So, the next time the government tries to force me to quarter a soldier in my home during peacetime, they can pry the front door keys from my cold, dead hands. The feds don't provide rent or board, nor bath supplies or uniform cleaning services, not to mention how those troops scruff up your rugs with their boots and cigarettes. I don't care what the dad-blamed gub'ment says, I ain't quartering no damn soldiers in my house. I am protected by the 3rd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which states, "No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner (sic), nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law."

My mother used to invite a couple of sailors from Millington over for Passover every few years, but that was a far cry from quartering. In fact, after my mother's Passover meal, the sailors probably would have preferred to have been quartered. And due to the density of the matzo balls, when they awoke, they may have felt like being drawn and quartered.

If this all sounds ridiculous, it is. The Supreme Court has never decided a case on the basis of the 3rd Amendment. Since Congress passed the amendment in 1789, constitutional scholars and politicians alike have conceded that the law is too antiquated to be applicable today.

For a bit of history, however, we have to crack open our American history textbooks to Chapter One and check out the French and Indian War of 1754. When the Brits, with the help of their colonial musketeers, finally kicked out the French in 1760, they decided they needed to stick around for a while to police the new territories. Americans chafed at having to billet the Redcoats. They preferred local militias for their protection rather than professional soldiers. To further incite the colonists, the British Parliament passed the Quartering Act of 1765, which not only required the settlers to provide housing, but also "provisions, firewood, bedding, and beer." The resulting rebellion against the presence of British troops and the high taxes imposed by the Crown to pay for the war culminated in the Boston Massacre of 1770 and led to the American Revolution.

Before the Bill of Rights was ever written, the state of Virginia passed their own Declaration of Rights in 1776, declaring "That a well-regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained to arms, is the proper, natural, and safe defense of a free state." The Founding Fathers trimmed it down for the 2nd Amendment, passed in 1789, which said, "A Well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed."

Do you see what's happening here? The 2nd Amendment is merely a watered down version of the Virginia Declaration, which dealt with the regulation of militias and never once mentioned a Constitutional protection for firearms. The colonists believed that full-time, paid soldiers were only necessary to fight foreign enemies. For other emergencies, a militia of ordinary citizens who supplied their own weapons and received part-time training, could be depended upon. Even then, there were laws for the registration of civilian-owned guns deemed appropriate for the militia, sometimes with inspectors going door-to-door. Because of the fear of standing armies living among them, there were even certain laws requiring firearm ownership.

The kicker is that the antiquated and forgotten 3rd Amendment was passed by Congress, and then ratified by the states, on the exact same two dates as the 2nd Amendment. So, if we're to apply the same logic to the 2nd Amendment that the founders used for the 3rd, everyone is required to purchase a musket, which must be properly cleaned and registered with the Federal Government. The owners of same weapon must periodically assemble for inspection and military training. In time of war, the government has the power to press them into service and regulate the militias. I didn't say that; the Constitutional Convention did.

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So the entire NRA argument about the absolute American right to own any type of firearm is bullshit. The gun cultists conveniently forget the "well-regulated militia" part, ignore the context of the times, and revere the "shall not be infringed" phrase. Even with all the Founders' brilliance, none could have envisioned modern military-style weapons or allowed them to fall into the hands of the untrained and unregulated.

Since the most recent slaughter in Parkland, Florida, a new consciousness has arisen. Young people are rightly appalled at the ease with which any social misfit can acquire a killing machine. After each mass shooting, gun sales go up, weapons manufacturers' profits rise, shareholders reap financial rewards, and the NRA is handsomely funded by the all-American gun cartels. It's really not about the 2nd Amendment at all. It's about profit margin. The NRA is now merely a lobbying group for American arms dealers.

The "most popular rifle in America," according to the NRA, is the Colt AR-15, with over eight million sold. This semi-automatic rifle, and other brands similarly designed, were prohibited by the Assault Weapons Ban of 1994, along with large capacity magazines. Since the ban was allowed to expire in 2004, mass shootings have spiked. Consider the most recent stomach-churning massacres: 26 babies at Sandy Hook; 14 murdered at an office Christmas party in San Bernardino; 49 killed at the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando; 58 slaughtered at a Las Vegas music festival; 26 gunned down in a church in Sutherland, Texas; and now, 17 teenagers murdered in their school. They all share something in common. Each heartless killer used an AR-15 styled rifle as the weapon of choice.

Yet the NRA rolls out the same tired defenses to protect gunmakers and their profits. The 2nd Amendment is as primitive as the 3rd when it comes to guns, but this is the year the NRA may finally have met its match. Who could have believed it would arrive in the form of a children's crusade? Go ahead and keep your long gun or handgun. But if nothing is done to re-instate the Assault Weapons Ban, your children are coming to bust up the NRA and send their paid congressional lackeys packing.

Randy Haspel writes the Recycled Hippies blog.

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For most of my adult life, I have been a staunch and passionate supporter of the 3rd Amendment. If I'm a single-issue voter, I'm a 3rd Amendment guy. No matter what else Congress or the courts say, I refuse to allow anyone or anything to trample upon my 3rd Amendment rights.

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Fourth amendment-  Searches and seizures,
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things.

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Written by Ryan Johnston
Mar 19, 2019 | STATESCOOP

Nevada lawmakers are considering a bill that would use a " textalyzer " device to determine whether a driver was using a mobile phone during a collision. If the legislation passes, Nevada would join New York, Tennessee and New Jersey as states where police can inspect drivers' phones after a crash.

The measure, proposed last month by Democratic assemblywoman Michelle Gorelow, would authorize officers to use "use technology to determine if a driver was using a handheld wireless communications device at the time of the crash," most likely by plugging a device into the phone after the crash.

Once it's plugged in for about a minute, the "textalyzer" device obtains data about the most recently used apps, functions or user interactions with the phone. If the phone was used at the time of a crash, the investigating officer would then have evidence of distracted driving, which carries a $50 fine for the first offense in Nevada.

Cellebrite, an Israeli firm that makes the devices, says it doesn't store any data from the phone it's plugged in to, a key security concern for civil liberties groups. But organizations like the American Civil Liberties Union argue that such devices are not legal for law enforcement anywhere in the United States, claiming it violates the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.

"There is no question, however, that this proposed law would authorize police to obtain sensitive personal information in violation of the constitutional protections against search and seizure," said the New York Civil Liberties Union in 2016 in response to a similar bill in that state.

The first version of the Nevada bill proposed a 90-day driver's license suspension for drivers who refuse to allow their phones to be scanned at an officer's request, but that wording was later removed. The current version of the bill would require police to obtain a warrant to search the driver's phone before using the technology.

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Written by Ryan Johnston Mar 19, 2019 | STATESCOOP Nevada lawmakers are considering a bill that would use a " textalyzer " device to determine whether a driver was using a mobile phone during a collision. If the legislation passes, Nevada would join New York, Tennessee and New Jersey as states where police can inspect drivers' phones after a crash.

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Seventh amendment- Civil Trial Rights

In Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.

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No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.

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Grant County Court minutes from March 13, 2019:

Pursuant to notice made to the newspaper of general circulation throughout Grant County, the radio station, county website, and e-mail distribution list, a regular meeting of the County Court was held at the County Courthouse in Canyon City, OR.

9:00 am -- Call to Order. Present were Commissioners Jim Hamsher and Sam Palmer, Administrative Assistant Laurie Wright, Katy Nelson, Curtis Perry, Rick Minster, Reporter Rick Hanners, Jim Spell, Economic Director Allison Field, Undersheriff Zach Mobley, Judy Kerr, Road Master Alan Hickerson, Sheriff Glenn Palmer, and Pastor Wes Aasness. A Pledge of Allegiance was given to the United States Flag. The invocation was given by Pastor Aasness.

9:02 am Dan Becker entered.

Commissioner Hamsher advised Judge Myers was out today at a doctor's appointment and requested everyone keep him in their prayers and set aside political strife.

CLAIMS. The court had reviewed and approved claims and extension district warrants # 111-119.

HAND CHECK. The court approved a hand check to Bank of Eastern Oregon for the County Court Visa bill on March 4, 2019.

AGENDA. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer-- to accept the agenda as presented.

ANNOUNCEMENTS. Commissioner Palmer took a pediatric life support class on the 5th which he passed. Palmer attended his first Budget Committee Meeting on March 6th. Palmer talked with Nick Green about some of the park project the City of John Day is proposing the afternoon of the 6th. Palmer spoke to Andrew Epstein from the Oregon Health Authority by telephone regarding compliance needs for the health department and received a 90 day extension to address remaining issues. Palmer attended a meeting the City of John Day regarding the park proposal where neighboring landowners were updated on the plan. Palmer met with Sherry Webb from the Department of Human Services (DHS) about foster care needs in the community. Palmer met with Justice of the Peace Kathy Stinnett on March 7th about her judicial responsibilities, budget, and office needs and how the court might be of assistance. Palmer also spoke with Predator Control Agent Nick Lulay about the amount of funding available in the current budget to ensure the costs didn't go over for this fiscal year. Palmer and his wife attended the dance showcase and spaghetti feed to support the Grant Union Dance Team and also participated in the Special Olympics basketball game in Prairie City. He talked with the District Attorney (DA) about the proposed countywide gun ordinance and reported it is still under review by the DA.

Commissioner Hamsher traveled to Washington, DC on March 1st and returned March 7th. He reported he was appointed to the National Association of Counties (NACo) Public Lands Steering Committee.

9:08 am Reporter Logan Bagett.

Hamsher met with several officials while in Washington, DC: James Hubbard (Undersecretary Department of Agriculture), Daniel Jiron (Acting Deputy Undersecretary Department of Agriculture), Doug Crandall (Director Legislative Affairs US Forest Service), Vicki Christiansen (Chief US Forest Service), Debbie Pressman (Senior Advisor to Undersecretary of the Department of Agriculture), Tim Williams (Deputy Director External Affairs Department of the Interior), Andrea Travnicek (Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish & Wildlife and Parks), Karen Budd-Falen (Deputy Solicitor for Parks & Wildlife), Malcom McGeary (Senator Wyden's Advisor for Energy & Natural Resources), Senator Ron Wyden, Senator Merkley and staff and Congressman Walden's staff. Hamsher participated in a press conference with Senator Wyden and Senator Merkley to discuss SRS and PILT funding.

9:09 am Beth Spell entered.

Hamsher took part in a Proposed Resolution meeting for the NACo Public Lands Steering Committee. Hamsher listened to a speech by Kelly Ann Conway about opportunity zones and heard updates from Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Ben Carson discussing how counties can plan for the future of the economy with the founder of America Online Steve Case and Senator Marc Rubio. Hamsher spoke with ODOT representatives this week to discuss the proposed deer composting site near Prairie City. Hamsher telephonically attended a Veterans Steering Committee and a Federal Lands Management Steering Committee meeting with the Association of Oregon Counties (AOC). Hamsher talked with the Hunters Education Coordinator about the Safety Program that will happen this upcoming Satruday. Hamsher encouraged those with questions about his trip to Washington, DC to ask him.

MINUTES. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer -- to approve the February 27th minutes as presented.

SHERIFF. Undersheriff Zach Mobley discussed the job duties, wage scale and current job description for the Civil Deputy position with the court. Mobley explained how things have changed with the job duties of the Civil Deputy including the addition of new duties. The current Civil Deputy is also certified in Corrections and fills in as needed. The current salary was set when this position was strictly clerical without the Corrections functions. Mobley pointed out with the new law in effect regarding pay equity he is concerned the current pay scale is not appropriate. He explained projected revenues for Concealed Handgun Licenses (CHL) for the upcoming year and the changes they have made to this program. Mobley also requested court approval to present a request for part time help for the civil department to the budget committee. The part time help would allow programs to be implemented that are currently not in place because of limited staffing. Mobley suggested the part time help would be at 30 hours per week and the projected revenues from CHL would not be as high without this help. Office hours could also be increased. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer - to approve presenting the requested part-time position to the budget committee.

ROAD DEPARTMENT. Road Master Alan Hickerson requested court approval to present a request for an additional equipment operator for the Long Creek division to the budget committee. Hickerson introduced Kelly Brown who works in the Long Creek division. Hickerson said there are only three crew members in Long Creek and it makes it difficult when flaggers are needed. Palmer asked if this was a safety issue and Hickerson advised it is. MSP: Palmer/Hamsher - to approve presenting the requested additional crew member to the budget committee.

Hickerson also asked the court to approve a contract with the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) for signs on the Middle Fork. Hickerson explained the background of the Middle Fork project. The grant for the project is in the amount of $28,000. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer - to approve the contract with ODOT.

9:30 am Aimee Rude entered.

LAKE CREEK CAMP. Economic Development Director Allison Field presented a proposed contract to the court with Lake Creek Youth Recreational Camp, Inc. (LCYRC). Field explained the background of how the request for assistance began. The board of LCYRC is in need of technical assistance for strategic planning and administrative support and has requested assistance from Grant County Economic Development (GCED). County Counsel has reviewed the contract. The term of the contract would be for 2 years and LCYRC would agree to pay GCED for administrative service support from any grants received up to the amount of $30,000 in any given year of the contract.

MSP: Hamsher/Palmer -- to approve the contract with LCYRC and circulate for signatures.

EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK. The court members had reviewed the revised Employee Handbook. The handbook was recommended by City County Insurance (CIS) and was created with their assistance. It had been reviewed several times by CIS and County Counsel prior to court review. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer -- to adopt the revised Employee Handbook effective March 13, 2019.

RESOLUTION 19-08. Treasurer Julie Ellison had prepared Resolution 19-08 for approval. The resolution transfers $5,000 for grant match funds for the District Attorney's office from general fund contingency to general grant match. Hamsher read Resolution 19-08 to those in attendance. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer -- to approve Resolution 19-08 and circulate for signatures.

RESOLUTION 19-09. This resolution transfers $5,000 from DA Revolving materials and services to personnel services in order to keep this fund from going over budget in personnel services. Hamsher read Resolution 19-09 to those in attendance. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer -- to approve Resolution 19-09 and circulate for signatures.

TITLE III ADMINISTRATION CONTRACT. The court agreed to have former Economic Director Sally Bartlett continue to administer the Title III program until the end of August at the last court meeting. A contract was prepared and reviewed by County Counsel for the agreement. Bartlett will be paid $500 per month retroactive to February 1, 2019. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer -- to approve the contract with Sally Bartlett and circulate for signatures.

OBLIGATING TITLE III FUNDING. The court reviewed a letter from Sally Bartlett to obligate Title III funding from May 2018. The court initiated the funds during the December 19, 2018 court meeting and must now obligate them since the 45 day waiting period has ended and no comments were received. The amount of the obligation is $81,486.79 as verified by the Grant County Treasurer.

Project 1: Firewise Communities Program: $2,000;

Project 2: Search and Rescue and other emergency services: $75,000; and

Project 3: Community Wildfire Protection Plan: $4,486.79.

MSP: Hamsher/Palmer -- to obligate the Title III funds as presented.

COURT LETTER HB 2370.The court members reviewed a letter to the House Committee on Natural Resources supporting House Bill 2370 which would allow local communities to vote to allow dogs for cougar hunting with their counties. MSP: Palmer/Hamsher -- to approve the letter and circulate for signatures.

OHA AGREEMENT #154111 - 10TH AMENDMENT. The court had reviewed the Tenth Amendment to Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Agreement 15411 for the financing of public health services. The amendment increases the funding for public health emergency preparedness and response by $7,648 and modified some program elements. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer -- to approve OHA Agreement 154111-10 and authorize Commissioner Palmer to sign.

OHA AGREEEMNT #154111 - 11TH AMENDMENT. The court had reviewed the Eleventh Amendment to Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Agreement 15411 for the financing of public health services. The amendment increases the funding for public health emergency preparedness and response by $3,704 and modified some program elements. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer -- to approve OHA Agreement 154111-11 and authorize Commissioner Palmer to sign.

PUBLIC COMMENT. Hamsher offered those in attendance an opportunity for public comment. None was received.

9:39 am The court took a short break. 9:50 am Carol Waggoner and Christal Culley entered.

10:16 am The court returned to session.

FAIRGROUNDS. Fair Manager Mindy Winegar presented several requests to the court.

Tree Removal: Trees behind the pavilion are causing the floor in the pavilion to be unsafe. The Road Department has offered to take the trees down and community service workers could assist with clean- up. Once the trees are removed someone would need to be hired to grind the stumps and kill the roots. Laurie Wright pointed out the Safety Committee has noted this several times because the roots are also causing damage to the wall next to the large door on the north side of the pavilion. Raymond Fields operates a tree service and had the ability to grind the stumps and kill the roots. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer - to move forward with the tree removal on the north side of the pavilion.

RV Park: The RV Park needs new picnic tables. There is enough money in the current budget capital outlay line to purchase 10 this fiscal year. Winegar obtained three quotes: Uline $6,383.03; AAA State of Play $7,420; and Park Warehouse $8,002.81. Winegar recommended purchasing the tables from Uline and added they are metal tables that would last for years with no maintenance. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer - to approve purchase of the picnic tables from Uline.

In the future Winegar would like to add more RV spaces and another small restroom with showers to the RV Park. Winegar reported the RV Park is completely full several times a year. Current security at the Fairgrounds was discussed and Hamsher said this is something that should be budgeted for in the future.

Grounds: Groundskeeper Dusty Williams is continuing work on the grounds. Winegar advised they plan to continue the split rail fence around the big yard and it will have man gates and a fire lane gate. The hope is that this will keep people from driving on the lawn.

Carl and Betty Sheedy Memorial: The family of Carl and Betty Sheedy, with the assistance of the 4-H small animal kids, is working to update the small animal barn. Updates will include new siding to match the sales barn, insulation, exhaust fans and new exterior doors. The Heritage Foundation is funding the updates.

Heritage Foundation: The foundation is working to get more electricity in the barn because more is needed, especially during fair.

Walking Path: Winegar would like to develop a walking path that would be more appealing to guests and the community and believes it is important to work with the City of John Day on their planned new path systems.

Fair 2019 Headliner Act: Winegar has been negotiating with Parmalee for a headliner act and requested approval to hire them for $25,000 plus backline (which is musical instruments for the band) that would be provided by the sound and stage company already under contract. The backline would be in addition to the current sound and stage contract. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer - to approve the requested entertainment for the Fair. Palmer would like to see a lot of advertising for this event.

Fair 2019 Entertainment: Winegar requested approval to hire ground entertainment Giddy Up Production for $3,600 for 4 days and to hire a Hypnotist and Magician for an estimated $3,600. The court reviewed a contract with the Blue Mountain Old Time Fiddlers to provide entertainment during the 2019 Fair at a cost of $700. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer - to approve the requested entertainment for the Fair.

Fair Sponsorship and Vendors: She further asked for permission to sell political banners as sponsorship. The fair currently rents booths that are used for political purposes. Last year $500 had to be refunded because current county policy does not allow political banners or signs on county property. Winegar is requesting this be allowed from July through August of each year. Hamsher expressed concern that this could look like the county endorsed a particular candidate and might also open the door for other polarizing issues to be advertised. Palmer suggested setting sizes for potential signs. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer - to table this discussion until all court members are present. Hamsher added Fair is a fun time for community members without politics being a part of it.

Purchasing Supplies: Winegar believes Department Heads should have the ability to purchase their own office supplies instead of utilizing central supply. This would be a time saver for departments and she feels managers will be fiscally responsible and find the best prices they can. Winegar explained the current process for ordering supplies.

9:50 am Surveyor Mike Springer.

Capital Outlay: She suggested the court review the amount of money departments are allowed to spend before requesting court approval. If money has been budgeted and approved by the budget committee management should have the authority and be trusted to spend the budgeted funding wisely. Hamsher recommended for budgeted items the County Judge could okay the purchase without bringing it to court. Hamsher would like the Judge to have more leeway regarding decisions like this. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer - to give the County Judge discretion to approve purchase of previously budgeted items.

Credit Card: Winegar requested a permanent increase in the Fairgrounds credit card spending limit so that she isn't forced every year to request a temporary increase for Fair time. Winegar would like a permanent increase of $6,000 to $10,000. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer - to approve permanently raising the Fair credit card limit to $6,000.

Groundskeeper Job Description: Winegar asked for permission to request job placement review by the Local Government Personnel Institute (LGPI) for the Groundskeeper and Office Support position. Wright will contact LGPI to find out what the cost for a job description review is now that the County is no longer a member. Hamsher suggested discussing this at the next court meeting.

Hamsher also asked Winegar to look further into expansion costs for the RV Park.

SURVEYOR. Surveyor Mike Springer presented a re-plat map to the court for approval and signature. Springer explained the re-plat must be approved by the County Court pursuant to Oregon Revised Statutes and explained the re-plat is necessary to change lot lines within a former subdivision. MSP: Hamsher/Palmer - to approve signature of the re-plat map.

PUBLIC COMMENT. Hamsher once again offered an opportunity for public comment from those in attendance. None was received.

11:07 am -- Adjourned.

Respectfully Submitted,

Laurie Wright

Administrative Assistant

**** Please note the court minutes are a summary of the court proceedings. An audio recording of each court session is available, after approval of the minutes, by contacting Laurie Wright at 541-575-0059 or wrightl@grantcounty-or.gov ****

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Grant Count Court minutes: March 13, 2019

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Grant County Court minutes from March 13, 2019: Pursuant to notice made to the newspaper of general circulation throughout Grant County, the radio station, county website, and e-mail distribution list, a regular meeting of the County Court was held at the County Courthouse in Canyon City, OR. 9:00 am -- Call to Order.

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The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people. We own the government.

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Debating Our Rights: The 9th Amendment - Our Unenumerated Rights