HomeMy Public PortalAbout2020.02.27 Regular Council Minutes MINUTES
McCall City Council
Regular Meeting
McCall City Hall-- Legion Hall
February 27, 2020
Call to Order and Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approve the Agenda
Consent Agenda
Public Comment
Business Agenda
Adjournment
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Giles called the regular meeting of the McCall City Council to order at 5:30 p.m.
Mayor Giles, Council Member Maciaszek, Council Member Nielsen, and Council Member
Sowers all answered roll call. Council Member Holmes was absent.
City staff members present were Anette Spickard, City Manager; Bill Nichols, City Attorney;
BessieJo Wagner, City Clerk; Erin Greaves, Communications Manager; Linda Stokes, City
Treasurer; Morgan Bessaw, City Planner; Kurt Wolf, Parks and Recreation Director; Rick Stein,
Airport Manager; Eric McCormick, Golf Course Superintendent; Meg Lojek, Library Director;
Justin Williams, Chief of Police
Also, in attendance was Henry Rudolph, Skinner Fawcett; Christian Anderson, Zion's Bank; Rita
Bolli Neal, Golf Advisory Committee
Mayor Giles led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVE THE AGENDA
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Council Member Nielsen moved to approve the agenda as submitted. Council Member
Sowers seconded the motion. In a voice vote all members voted aye and the motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
Staff recommended approval of the following ACTION ITEMS. All matters which are listed
within the consent section of the agenda have been distributed to each member of the McCall City
Council for reading and study. Items listed are considered routine by the Council and were enacted
with one motion.
1. City Council Regular Minutes February 13, 2020
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2. Payroll Report for period ending February 7, 2020
3. Warrant Register—GL
4. Warrant Register—Vendor
5. AB 20-055 City Licenses Report to Council Per McCall City Code: Per McCall City
Code Title 4 Chapter 9, the City Council has determined that the City Clerk shall be
delegated the authority to process and grant or deny all alcoholic beverage license
applications, other than certain circumstances involving catering permits, which the city
clerk shall review the application for catering permit for completeness and forward said
application to the Police Chief The Police Chief upon receipt of the application shall make
a recommendation to the City Clerk to approve or deny the application. Whenever the City
Clerk shall determine that an application for alcoholic beverage license transfer or renewal
is complete,the City Clerk shall approve or deny such application. All decisions of the City
Clerk shall be reported to the City Council at the next regularly scheduled City Council
meeting after such decision. The City Clerk is also responsible for all processing of
business, taxi, snow removal, pawnbroker, child daycare licenses, vendor permits, and
public event applications.Action: Council review the License report.
6. AB 20-057 Treasurer's Monthly Report as Required by IC 50-208: Treasurer's report
of accounts and activity of office during the month of January 2020 regarding care,
management or disposition of moneys, property or business of the City. Action: The
Council shall examine the report and determine whether additional information from the
Treasurer is required.
7. AB 20-048 Request to Approve a Re-allocation of Local Option Tax Dollars for Roots
Forest School: The Roots Forest School was awarded $1,664 for the Trek to the North
Pole event. LOT Recipients have one year to utilize those funds and give report on how
they were expended. The Roots School submitted their completion report and noted that
they had only spent $1,626, therefore they are requesting that the remaining $38 be re-
allocated to their 5K family fun run which they host every July in Ponderosa State Park.
The funds would be used for refreshments for the participants.Action:Approve the request
from the Roots Forest School to re-allocate Local Option Tax funds of$38 to their 5K
family fun run and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents.
8. AB 20-049 Request to Proclaim March 2, 2020 as National Education Association's
Read Across America Day: Many people in the United States, particularly students,
parents and teachers,join forces on Read Across America Day, annually held on the first
school day closest to March 2. Read Across America Day promotes reading, particularly
for children and young adults. Many schools, libraries, and community centers across the
United States participate in the day by bringing people together to take part in reading
books. Various reading activities and events are held across the country on this day. In
1997 an organization known as the National Education Association (NEA), pushed for a
special day to celebrate reading throughout the United States. This idea proved to be a
popular one, so it was not long before the first Read Across America Day was held on
March 2, 1998. This nationwide observance coincides with the birthday of Dr Seuss
(Geisel), an American writer best known for writing children's books. Some of his books
include Green Eggs and Ham, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, and The Cat in the Hat.
Barbara Morgan Elementary will be recognizing the event with Dr Seuss on Monday,
March 2. The day will be celebrated with a'Dress Up in your favorite Dr. Seuss Character
Day', wearing hats, and a school wide "Drop Everything and Read" between 8:15-8:35
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where everyone (including adults) must stop and read! Teachers will be implementing
other fun activities such as buddy classroom reading pals, guest readers, Dr. Seuss art or
writing, reading parties, etc. because..."You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick
up a book and read with a child!"Action:Proclaim March 2, 2020 as Read Across America
Day in McCall and authorize the Mayor to sign the proclamation.
9. AB 20-050 Request to Proclaim March 4, 2020 as Celebration of Idaho Day in the
City of McCall: In 2014, the Idaho Legislature established an official Idaho Day to be
observed each year with a proclamation from the governor and programs at the State
Capitol, as well as events and activities in communities statewide. Idaho Day was
established as March 4th to commemorate the creation of the Idaho Territory by President
Abraham Lincoln on that day in 1863. This year, 2020, marks the centennial year of the
19th Amendment to include women in the right to vote. Decades before national suffrage,
Idaho became the fourth state in the country to give women this right. Indeed, from the
earliest days of the Gem State's history, Idaho women have helped lead the way. 2020
Idaho Day is celebrating Inspiring Idaho Women and recognizes the roles Idaho women
have had in education, especially in relation to the fight for women's suffrage. This Idaho
Day is about honoring their legacy and the future their lives inspire. Idaho Day inspires
many Idahoans across the Gem State to celebrate Idaho and its history, along with all that
is special about their own community or part of the state. Idaho Day is an opportunity to
showcase the Gem State's treasured past, thriving present, and unlimited future.
Spearheaded by the Idaho Historical Society, Idaho Day is enjoyed throughout the state by
schools and universities, state agencies, and other organizations. Events at the McCall City
Library are still to be determined. Action: Proclaim March 4, 2020 as the celebration of
Idaho Day in the City of McCall and authorize the Mayor to sign the proclamation.
10. AB 20-051 Request Approval of a Contract with Franz Witte Nursery to Provide
Flower Baskets: This agenda item is a request to renew a contract with Franz Witte
Nursery for the downtown hanging flowerpots and curbside pots, including 38 hanging
flower baskets and 20 curbside planters. The Parks Department has used Franz Witte to
supply hanging flower baskets and curbside planters for the past 6 years and have had great
results and customer service. The staffs recommendation is to continue to use Franz Witte
Nursery for this service.Action:Approve the contract with Franz Witte Nursery to provide
flower baskets and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documentation.
11. AB 20-054 Request to Approve a New Lease for Hangar 608 for Shepp Ranch, LLC
and Terminate the Existing Hangar 608 lease for James L. Mullett & Cynthia C.
Mullett: Shepp Ranch, LLC (currently leasing Hangar 553) and James L. Mullett &
Cynthia C. Mullett (Hangar 608) have requested to switch hangars. Therefore, Shepp
Ranch, LLC requests a new lease for Hangar 608, and to terminate the existing lease with
James L. Mullett & Cynthia C. Mullett. The existing Hangar 608 lease consists of 4,620
square feet(sf) off bare ground, and 6,630 sf of covered ground. The lease rates are $0.154
and $0.308, respectively, for a total of lease payment of$2,757.36 annually. The lease is
paid through September 30, 2020. The new Hangar 608 Lease begins on April 1, 2020 and
consists of 11,250 sf of property leased at $0.30 sf/year, or $3,375.00 annually. The lessee
will owe an additional $308.82 in lease payments. The purchaser has been provided with a
copy of the current lease, current Airport Rules and Regulations, and Airport Minimum
Standards. The City Clerk will record the document and keep a copy for the City's records.
A $200 transaction fee has been requested as a part of this process. The lease has been
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reviewed and approved by the City Attorney. Action: Approve a new Lease for Hangar
608 for Shepp Ranch, LLC, terminate the existing Hangar 608 lease for James L. Mullett
& Cynthia C. Mullett and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents.
12. AB 20-056 Request to Approve a New Lease for Hangar 553 for James L. Mullett &
Cynthia C. Mullett and Terminate the existing Hangar 553 lease for Timothy
Turnbull&Madeline Turnbull: James L.Mullett&Cynthis C.Mullett(currently leasing
Hangar 608) and Timothy Turnbull & Madeline Turnbull (Hangar 553) have requested to
switch hangars. Therefore, James L. Mullett & Cynthis C. Mullett request a new lease
for Hangar 553, and to terminate the existing lease with Timothy and Madeline Turnbull.
The existing Hangar 553 lease consists of 1,530 square ft (sf) of property leased at $0.382
sf/year. The existing FY 2020 ground lease payment of $577.68 has been paid through
September 30, 2020. The new Hangar 553 lease will be $0.30 sf/year for a lease payment
of $459.00. A refund of $59.34 will be made in accordance with the new lease. The
purchaser has been provided with a copy of the current lease, current Airport Rules and
Regulations, and Airport Minimum Standards. The City Clerk will record the document
and keep a copy for the City's records. We have requested a $200 transaction fee as a part
of this process. The lease has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney. Action:
Approve the new Lease for Hangar 553 for James L. Mullett & Cynthia C. Mullett,
} terminate the existing lease for Hangar 553 with Timothy Turnbull & Madeline Turnbull,
and authorize the Mayor sign all the necessary documents.
Council Member Nielsen moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted. Council
Member Sowers seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Nielsen, Council
Member Sowers,Mayor Giles,and Council Member Maciaszek all voted aye and the motion
carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Giles called for public comment at 5:33 p.m.
Hearing no comments, Mayor Giles closed the comment period.
BUSINESS AGENDA
AB 20-063 Golf Advisory Committee Annual Report
The Golf Advisory Committee Chair Rita Bolli Neal presented the Golf Advisory Committee's
annual report. The Golf Advisory Committee (GAC) is established to advise and make
recommendations to the McCall City Council on matters pertaining to the operation and
maintenance of the McCall Municipal Golf Course.
Ms. Bolli Neal went over the highlights including the procurement of a design consultant for the
Golf Course, switching to leasing equipment over owning which has proved to be more efficient
use of man power and costs, implementation of new, extensive United States Golf Association
(USGA) rules changes to golfers, the success of the outside event pavilion, and the returned event
Jazz on the Green.
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She went over the revenues. 2019 down a little from 2018 due to weather but still better than 5-
year average. Marketing results are good, and the tournaments are successful and have waiting
lists. There has been a need for better camera coverage, so some new cameras were added.
Significant resources put into keeping paths open in the winter, which are well used.
The Council thanked her for her report.
AB 20-061 Request for Ordinance Adoption Calling for a General Obligation Bond Election
May 19, 2020 for the Library Expansion Project
City Treasurer Linda Stokes presented and introduced Henry Rudolph, Bond Counsel, with
Skinner Fawcett and Christian Anderson, Financial Advisor, with Zion's Bank. At the February
13, 2020 Council meeting the Council provided the direction to staff to bring a draft bond election
ordinance back for the Council's consideration for adoption. The Council selected a bond size (or
amount) not to exceed $6,200,000 which is the estimated project cost of $8,200,000 less cash,
grants and pledges received in the amount $2,000,000. A term of 20 years for the bond was also
selected.
Henry Rudolph with Skinner Faucet, Bond Council gave a brief explanation of the ordinance,
reason for the bond, and the rules and dates of the election process. The clerk must publicize the
summary twice, 5 days prior and 12 days prior to the election date.
Council Member Nielsen asked about the current stock market situation and possible effect on the
rates. Christian Anderson, Zion's Bank stated the market is great for a bond and the rates have
went down. The Council felt well versed on the subject and did not discuss further.
Council Member Nielsen moved to suspend the rules and read by title only, one-time only
Ordinance 985. Council Member Sowers seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council
Member Nielsen, Council Member Sowers, Mayor Giles, and Council Member Maciaszek
all voted aye and the motion carried.
City Clerk BessieJo Wagner read Ordinance 985:
An Ordinance calling a General Obligation Bond Election to be held for the purpose of submitting
to the qualified electors of the City of McCall,Valley County, Idaho, a proposition for the issuance
of negotiable general obligation bonds of the City; determining that the total amount of bonded
indebtedness of the City will not exceed two percent (2%) of market value of taxable property;
directing the City Clerk to notify the County Clerk that the Mayor and City Council called the
bond election; approving the form of Notice of General Obligation Bond Election; approving the
form of ballot;providing for the issuance of such bonds and making provisions for the payment of
principal and interest due on such bonds; ordering publication; providing for a waiver of the
reading rules; and providing an effective date.
Council Member Sowers moved to adopt Ordinance 985 calling for a General Obligation
Bond Election on May 19, 2020 to provide financing for the Library Expansion Project,
approve the summary for publication and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary
documents. Council Member Maciaszek seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council
Member Sowers, Council Member Maciaszek, Mayor Giles, and Council Member Nielsen
all voted aye and the motion carried.
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AB 20-058 Presentation of the Public Education Plan for the McCall Public Library
Expansion Bond Election
Communications Manager Erin Greaves presented the Public Education Plan for the McCall
Public Library Expansion Bond Election. The City Communications Department will begin a
three-month, robust public education plan for the Library Expansion Bond election, aimed at
educating the voters in the election area on the bond details, library expansion, and election
process. This presentation is an overview of the goals, cost and methods.
Communications Manager Greaves covered the key objectives discussing key messages and
talking points, strategies, roles and responsibilities, open house meetings (2) for the public, and
the wrap up plan for after the election. Council Member Nielsen asked about where the money to
advertise is coming from. Staff replied the total is $8000 with$4000 allocated from the library and
$4000 from the Communications Department, both of which were planned for during the last
budget season.
There was a brief discussion and the Council shared their thoughts. Council Member Maciaszek
feels it is a great plan. Council Member Sowers knows there will be many questions from the
public and wanted to know how to be prepared on how to answer those. Staff has been compiling
anticipated questions and answers for the Council and staff to have for those scenarios, if needed.
Council Member Nielsen feels it is a great well thought out plan as well. Mayor Giles like the plan
and thanked Ms. Greaves for her work.
AB 20-059 Request to Approve the Planned Unit Development, PUD-19-01 Final Plan,
Subdivision, SUB-19-01 Final Plat, and Amended Escrow Agreement for 193 Rio
Vista Blvd. —Storage Condos
City Planner Morgan Bessaw presented the Planned Unit Development, PUD-19-01 Final Plan,
Subdivision, SUB-19-01 Final Plat, and Amended Escrow Agreement for 193 Rio Vista Blvd.
Storage Condos to Council. The Planned Unit Development Final Plan and Subdivision Final Plat
applications to construct a 40-unit storage condominium project have been submitted. The plan is
in substantial conformance with the PUD General Plan and preliminary plat applications that were
approved by the McCall City Council on July 11,2019.The Amended Escrow Agreement includes
funds for landscaping improvements. During their regularly scheduled February 4, 2020 meeting,
the McCall Area Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the
applications to the McCall City Council. No public comments have been received.
Proposed conditions:
1. Approval of Planned Unit Development final plan application PUD-19-01 and subdivision
final plat application SUB-19-01 shall be contingent upon McCall City Council approval
of both applications.
2. Any existing overhead utilities along the property frontage, other than the primary
transmission line, and all new utilities shall be installed underground.
3. Prior to issuance of a final Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall:
a. Complete the onsite and offsite improvements including landscaping, site grading,
utility, and stormwater improvements as represented in the final civil plans
approved by the McCall City Engineer.
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b. The development shall be addressed as 193 Rio Vista Blvd. in accordance with
McCall Addressing Guidelines, per McCall Addressing Coordinator comments
above.
4. A full set of as built (record) drawings of all improvements intended for public use and
maintenance,including,but not limited to,water and sewer lines,and including also private
and public streets, shall be furnished to the City within sixty (60) days of completion of the
construction.
5. Prior to execution and recordation of the Subdivision Final Plat the applicant shall provide
digital files of the plat in accordance with the McCall Digital Data Submission Standards.
6. Prior to execution and recordation of the final plat, the applicant shall complete the
revisions requested by the County Surveyor and City Engineer.
7. Prior to execution and recordation of the Subdivision Final Plat, the applicant shall receive
approval from Central District Health Department.
8. Pursuant to McCall City Code (MCC 9.2.07.F), the final plat shall be filed with the county
recorder by the applicant within eighteen (18) months after written approval by the city
council (or board). Otherwise, such approval shall become null and void unless the
applicant, prior to said filing date, applies for an extension and such extension is granted
by the city council (or board).
9. The northerly 1.5-acre remnant parcel shall be restricted to medium to high density
residential use, per the approved development agreement.
Steve Millemann, applicant representative, gave a brief explanation of the documents presented.
There were no questions from the Council.
Council Member Sowers moved to approve PUD-19-01 and SUB-19-01, as recommended by
the McCall Area Planning and Zoning Commission and authorize the Mayor to sign all
necessary documents. Council Member Maciaszek seconded the motion. In a roll call vote
Council Member Sowers, Council Member Maciaszek, Mayor Giles, and Council Member
Nielsen all voted aye and the motion carried.
Council Member Sowers moved to approve the amended escrow agreement and authorize
the Mayor to sign all necessary documents. Council Member Nielsen seconded the motion.
In a roll call vote Council Member Sowers, Council Member Nielsen, Mayor Giles, and
Council Member Maciaszek all voted aye and the motion carried.
AB 20-060 Request to approve Planned Unit Development Final Plan application for Phase
2 of the McCall RV Resort
City Planner Morgan Bessaw presented the Planned Unit Development Final Plan application for
Phase 2 of the McCall RV Resort. A Final Plan Planned Unit Development application has been
submitted to build the Phase 2 expansion of the McCall RV Resort consisting of:
• 24 new RV sites and restroom/laundry facility location
• Access roadway construction to a paved standard and turn around area to a gravel
standard
• Wooden rail fencing and landscaped berm along the northerly property line
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• Completion of the separated public pathway near the river to an 8 ft. wide gravel
standard
• Utility installation to each RV site
• Landscaping, gravel drive and patio areas for each RV site
During their regularly scheduled March 5, 2019 meeting, the McCall Area Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended approval of the application to the McCall City Council.
The Conditions of Approval are:
1. All proposed water facilities that solely serve the RV Resort and are not integral to the
City's regional collection and distribution system shall be designated as private facilities
to be owned and maintained by the applicant.
2. Prior to any site grading or tree removal, the applicant shall meet with the City Arborist to
identify which trees should remain and which should be removed.
3. Prior to the City providing water services to any new RV sites, applicant shall construct
each RV space to a finish level including approved utilities, gravel drive, patio and
landscaping.
4. Prior to the City providing any water services to any new RV sites, applicant shall pay all
required water and sewer capitalization costs for these sites.
5. All infrastructure, roadways, stormwater management facilities and pathways
improvements for Phase 2 is proposed to be completed prior to utility services being
provided to any RV site or occupancy being allowed for any RV site within Phase 2.
Alternatively, the applicant shall amend the Development Agreement and provide any
fi necessary financial assurances to allow Phase 2 RV site occupancy prior to completion of
infrastructure.
6. The RV spaces which are being approved as part of this Planned Unit Development
application shall not be used during months that the emergency access is snow covered.
7. Design Review approval by the McCall Area Planning and Zoning Commission shall be
required prior to issuance of a building permit for any structures.
8. The applicant shall not install any additional outdoor lighting within area of the proposed
Planned Unit Development.
9. Quiet hours for the RV sites shall be from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. daily.
10. Motorized vehicle usage shall be limited to paved roadways.
Chris Freedman, President, stated in 2019, McCall was rated the number one RV resort in Idaho.
Council Member Sowers asked about the walking path plan and Mr. Freedman explained how the
paths will connect.
Council Member Sowers moved to approve PUD-15-01 Phase 2 Final Plan, as recommended
by the McCall Area Planning and Zoning Commission and authorize the Mayor to sign all
necessary documents. Council Member Maciaszek seconded the motion. In a roll call vote
Council Member Sowers, Council Member Maciaszek, Mayor Giles, and Council Member
Nielsen all voted aye and the motion carried.
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AB 20-052 Request to Approve T-O Engineers as the Consultant to Perform Airport Master
Planning Engineering and Subcontracted Special Services
Airport Manager Richard Stein presented the T-O Engineers as the Consultant to Perform Airport
Master Planning Engineering and Subcontracted Special Services. On January 17, 2020 the City
advertised a Request for Statements of Qualification (RFQ) for Airport Master Planning
Engineering and Subcontracted Special Services. The RFQ was advertised in the Star News on
January 23, 30, and February 6, posted on the City's web site, and advertised on the American
Association of Airport Executives website and publications. On February 7, the City received one
Statement(s) of Qualification (SOQ) from T-O Engineers. This SOQ was reviewed by Airport
Manager Richard M. Stein and was found to be complete.
The Contract will be funded by the Airport Master Plan Grant application(AIP 3-16-23-028-2020)
approved at the February 13 City Council Meeting. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
requires that the grant be executed by April 1, 2020. Since the grant will be in excess of$100,000,
the FAA also requires an Independent Fee Estimate which will be funded under the AIP 28 grant.
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Funding for the Airport Master Plan is provided on the following basis:
FAA $239,700
State $21,306
City $5,327
Total $266,333
Council Member Maciaszek moved to select T-O Engineers to perform Airport Master
Planning Engineering and Subcontracted Special Services; direct Staff to prepare a contract
for Council review and approval at the March 12, 2020 regular meeting; authorize Staff to y.
select and retain a consultant to perform the Independent Fee Estimate; and authorize the
Mayor to sign all necessary documents. Council Member Nielsen seconded the motion. In a
roll call vote Council Member Maciaszek, Council Member Nielsen, Mayor Giles, and
Council Member Sowers all voted aye and the motion carried.
AB 20-053 Request for Approval of a Lease Agreement for a Commercial Airport Tenant of
Hangar 101 —Gem Air
Airport Manager Richard Stein presented Lease Agreement for a Commercial Airport Tenant of
Hangar 101 — Gem Airport Manager Rick Stein. Prior to presenting, Airport Manager Stein
changed the hangar from 101 to 100 as he thought the agenda bill was misprinted. Gem Air is a
commercial air taxi service that is requesting to operate from McCall with use of Hangar 100 on
the airport. Gem Air was approved for a lease last year and is now seeking to renew that same
agreement.
Terms of the lease provide for approximately 1,000 sq. ft of space in Hangar 100 for the period
May 1, 2020 through September 30, 2020 leased at a $1,000 per month. Included in the lease are
12 (twelve) city provided parking spaces for an additional fee of$300 per month. The enclosed
draft lease is the same as last year's lease,has been reviewed by the city attorney,and meets airport
minimum standards. Additionally, this lease demonstrates compliance with FAA Grant
Assurances for competition and aeronautical use of Hangar 100.
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Council Member Sowers moved to approve the Lease Agreement for a Commercial Airport
Tenant of Hangar 100 for Gem Air and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents.
Council Member Maciaszek seconded the motion.In a roll call vote Council Member Sowers,
Council Member Maciaszek, Mayor Giles, and Council Member Nielsen all voted aye and
the motion carried.
AB 20-062 McCall Police Department Winter Carnival Update
Police Chief Justin Williams presented the review of the 2020 Winter Carnival festivities. He
shared comparisons of calls for service for the 2019 Winter Carnival and the impact of the carnival
on the Police Department and the City of McCall. He shared there were 6 City police officers, and •
11 external agent assistance from Valley County, Fish and Game, Forest Service, and Bureau of
Land Management. Total cost to the City was $19,800 which is about $10,000 less than the year
before. There was an increase of calls of service, more vehicle accidents, and more parking
violations due to the snow but majority of the calls were 911 hang-ups and lost property. Overall,
the event was peaceful other than the volume of calls. Traffic congestion seems to be the biggest
issue during the event. He shared the need of a pedestrian/traffic plan for all intersections because
it was a nightmare to direct. He explained the speed of the parade depends on a variety of reasons.
This year, there were volunteers who did a fantastic job in keeping things flowing. Training by
Officer Seth Arrasmith was very helpful as well.
Parks & Recreation Director Kurt Wolf gave a brief overview of the efforts by Parks staff and
shared his idea of an American with Disabilities Act(ADA)compliant viewing area for the Parade
and parking. He will be bringing a formal presentation to Council at a future date. He shared his
concern with the amount of candy waste in the streets from the parade and plans to bring forward
a discussion about how to deal with the issue.
Upcoming Meetings Schedule Discussion
Council discussed upcoming meetings. Council Member Sowers asked for a discussion on how to
manage of online comments and the expectations of the commenters.
ADJOURNMENT
Without further business, Mayor Giles adjourned the meeting at 6:57 p.m.
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