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URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY
October 20, 2009
Minutes
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Chairman Rick Fereday called the meeting to order at 8:05 am. Members present were: Rick
Fereday, Tony Nash, Rick Winkeller, and Bob Youde. Claudia Delaney arrived at 8:06 am. Don
Bailey and John Watkins were absent.
City staff present were: Tim Swanson, Interim Public Works Director; Michelle Groenevelt,
Community Development Director (arrived 8:40 am); and Lorraine Brush, Administrative
Assistant Public Works. Nathan Cleaver of Keller Associates and Dave Peugh of Epikos were
also present.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the September 15, 2009 meeting were reviewed. Mr. Youde moved to approve
the minutes of September 15, 2009. Mr. Nash seconded the motion. In a voice vote, all
members voted in favor. MOTION CARRIED.
3. APPROVAL OF INVOICES
The Holland & Hart invoice dated 9/29/09 was reviewed. The Board asked Lorraine Brush to
forward the email correspondence mentioned in this invoice to the Board Members. This invoice
was not approved at this time, and will be on the agenda for the next meeting.
4. RECYCLING CONTAINERS
Monika Trapp of the Parks department was on the agenda regarding input/approval for selection
of recycling containers in Legacy Park. The Board had approved $3,585 for 3 recycling
containers at the July 21, 2009 meeting. However, at the September 15th meeting Mandi
Roberts of Otak suggested purchasing inserts for the existing trash receptacles. Since Monika
was not able to attend today's meeting, this agenda item was postponed until the next meeting.
5. ENGINEER'S REPORT — CONCEPT DISCUSSION
Nathan Cleaver of Keller Associates presented three alternative draft designs. There was
review and discussion of the designs. Two members of the public were present in the audience,
and also participated in discussions: Regina Ventress and Bret Huggins.
There was discussion about how to best present designs for the upcoming planned public
review and input meeting. Nathan will revise the draft design based on discussions today, and
also create some cross sections to better illustrate some aspects of the projects.
Nathan also distributed information regarding grant opportunities. Michelle will discuss this with
the City's Grant Coordinator Carol Coyle. Nathan noted that if the Board would want Keller
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Associates to work on the grant, he would exceed the hours that have been authorized by
approximately 20 hours or $2,000.
Ms. Delaney moved to increase the project management part of Keller Associates Task Order 1
from $3,000 to $5,000 to accommodate the public hearing and grant application. Mr. Fereday
seconded the motion. In a voice vote, all members voted in favor. MOTION CARRIED.
6. PUBLIC REVIEW PROCESS FOR UPCOMING PROJECTS
There was discussion of the date for the public workshop. Nathan advised he needed two
weeks to get the materials ready. The date was set for Monday, November 9th at 7pm in Legion
Hall..
7. POSSIBLE GRANT FUNDING FOR RESTROOM
Grant Coordinator Carol Coyle had inquired if the Board still wanted to pursue possible funding
for a restroom. A restroom by the parking lot is included in the draft designs. The Board does
want Carol to pursue possible grant funding.
8. ETCHED GRANITE PAVERS -QUOTE FOR ADDITIONAL 15 NAMES
Faxed quote that had been requested by Don Bailey from Idaho Granite Works to provide 15
additional etched pavers was provided to the Board for their information. The Board has already
approved purchase of the 15 additional granite pavers up to $3,000.
9. LEGACY PARK SUNDIAL
There was no new information. This item was not discussed.
10. McCALL MALL AGREEMENT
The status of the various items in the agreements with the McCall Mall were discussed, based
on the letter dated 9/28/09 from Amy Pemberton attorney for Vicki Wade.
Mr. Winkeller moved that Claudia Delaney present to the City Council that the agreements
between Vicki Wade and the City of McCall and between Vicki Wade and the Urban Renewal
Agency need to be enforced in order for the Urban Renewal Agency to move forward with our
plans. Ms. Delany seconded the motion. Mr. Youde recused himself from voting on this issue. In
a voice vote all other members present voted in favor. MOTION CARRIED.
11. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:38 am.
Rick Faraday
Chairman
City of McCall Urban Renewal Agency
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