Loading...
HomeMy Public PortalAbout2021.09.23 Regular Meeting Minutes MINUTES McCall City Council Regular Meeting McCall City Hall -- Legion Hall VIA TEAMS Virtual September 23, 2021 Call to Order and Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Approve the Agenda Consent Agenda Public Comment Work Session Presentation Business Agenda Adjournment CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Mayor Giles called the regular meeting of the McCall City Council to order at 5:30p.m. Mayor Giles, Council Member Callan, Council Member Maciaszek, Council Member Nelson, and Council Member Nielsen all answered roll call. City staff members present were Anette Spickard, City Manager; Bill Nichols, City Attorney; Bill Punkoney, City Attorney; BessieJo Wagner, City Clerk; Erin Greaves, Communications Manager; Linda Stokes, City Treasurer; Michelle Groenevelt, Community Development Director; Brian Parker, City Planner; Chris Curtin, Information Systems Manager; Traci Malvich, Human Resources Manager; Justin Williams, Police Chief; Dallas Palmer, Police Lieutenant Also, in attendance were the Housing Advisory Committee – Nick Zello, Pat Hill, Toni Curtis, and Rob Lyons; Valley County Commissioner Sherry Maupin; Amber Green, St Luke’s; Dr Greg Irvine, St Luke’s; Ryan Kinzer and Liz Rock, P&Z Applicants Mayor Giles led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVE THE AGENDA Council Member Nielsen moved to approve the agenda as submitted. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. In a voice vote all members voted aye, and the motion carried. MCCALL CITY COUNCIL Page 1 of 10 September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting 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. Council Regular Meeting Minutes – April 22, 2021 2. Council Regular Meeting Minutes – May 13, 2021 3. Payroll Report for period ending September 3, 2021 4. Warrant Register – GL 5. Warrant Register – Vendor 6. AB 21-241 City Licenses Report to Council Per McCall City Code: Per McCall City Code Title 4 Chapter 9, the City Council has determined 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 to review the License report. 7. AB 21-231 Treasurer’s Report as Required by IC 50-208: Treasurer’s report of accounts and activity of office during the month of August 2021 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. 8. AB 21-225 Request for Approval the GFL Holdings (360° Ranch Development) Avigation Easement: The Airport is taking steps to minimize incompatible land use in the Airport Impact Area. Among other steps, the Airport is requesting Avigation Easements from landowners (definitions attached) as part of the Planning and Zoning permit approval. The Easement provides the City rights to minimize incompatible land use (height restrictions, pilot distractions, etc.) and a Hold Harmless agreement. The Easement will become part of the deed and will pass onto future landowners. This template has been approved by the City Council. This specific Easement has been reviewed by the City Attorney. Action: Approve the GFL Holdings (360° Ranch Development) Avigation Easement and authorize the Mayor to sign all documents. 9. AB 21-233 Request to Approve MCPAWS FY22 Annual Service Agreement: Each year the City of McCall contracts with MCPAWS Regional Animal Shelter for pound and animal shelter service. MCPAWS will provide to the City the following: a. Care and boarding for animals brought to the shelter by members of the McCall Police Department, animals found within McCall city limits and brought to the shelter by private citizens, and animals surrendered by residents living within McCall city limits. b. 24-hour access to the MCCALL CITY COUNCIL Page 2 of 10 September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting facility for drop off by the McCall Police Department. c. Collection of fees for impounded animals, fees to be retained by MCPAWS. Fees to be set by MCPAWS. d. Quarantine of vicious animals, animals suspected of biting, or animals being held in a pending court case. e. Quarterly reports will be provided to the McCall City Clerk of activity to include the number of animals impounded and data relating to the actual location the animal was found, number of days boarded, etc. The contract has been reviewed by the City Attorney and MCPAWS Executive Director Amber Kostoff. Action: Approve the Agreement for Services for FY22 with MCPAWS Regional Animal Shelter and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents. 10. AB 21-234 Request to Approve Treasure Valley Transit (TVT) FY22 Annual Agreement: This is the annual contract for services with Treasure Valley Transit (TVT) for fiscal year 2022. TVT will provide to the City the following: a. Free public transportation to the general public within the City seven (7) days per week from 7 AM until 7 PM Mountain Standard Time on the route established within Appendix 1 to this agreement. TVT is not required to provide transportation services on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day. b. Free transportation to the general public who request a pickup or drop- off within ¾ of a mile from the route established. c. Free transportation to anybody along the designated route who flags the bus for pickup in a location where it is safe to stop and accommodate the passenger pickup. d. Free transportation to the general public within the expanded service area on Fridays and Saturdays and during extended Holiday Weekends between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend on a route that is a continuous loop from the Super 8 to the Brundage Inn along the main corridor. e. A commuter Express Route connecting McCall to Lake Fork, Donnelly, and Cascade. f. An online website with access to route maps outlining transportation services provided by TVT within McCall. g. Not later than June 1, 2022, an annual report outlining the number of riders/passengers who utilized TVT transportation within the previous year from May 31, 2020 through May 31, 2021, together with financial statements for TVT consisting at a minimum of the prior year end annual Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss statements as well as the current year to date Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss statements. Action: Approve the request of the Treasure Valley Transit (TVT) Annual Agreement for FY22 and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents. 11. AB 21-235 Request to Proclaim October 2021 as Arts and Humanities Month: October is National Arts & Humanities Month (NAHM)—a coast-to-coast collective recognition of the importance of culture in America. NAHM was launched by Americans for the Arts more than 30 years ago as National Arts Week in honor of the twentieth anniversary of the National Endowment for the Arts. In 1993, it was reestablished by Americans for the Arts and national arts partners as a month-long celebration, with goals of: FOCUSING on equitable access to the arts at local, state, and national levels; ENCOURAGING individuals, organizations, and diverse communities to participate in the arts; ALLOWING governments and businesses to show their support of the arts; and RAISING public awareness about the role the arts and humanities play in our communities and lives. The arts and humanities have played a critically important role in getting us through the COVID-19 pandemic and in amplifying the need for racial equity across the country. National Arts & Humanities Month is the time for communities to come together in unified celebration of the power of the arts to make a difference and change our lives for the better. National Arts & Humanities Month is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the MCCALL CITY COUNCIL Page 3 of 10 September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting positive impact the arts bring to our schools and communities therefore in an effort to support the national proclamation of Arts and Humanities, staff requests that Council proclaim October as Arts and Humanities month in McCall. Action: Proclaim October 2021 as Arts and Humanities Month and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents. 12. AB 21-236 Request to Proclaim October 3-9, 2021 as Fire Prevention Week – “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety! ™”: The City of McCall, Idaho is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all those living in and visiting the City. Fire is a serious public safety concern both locally and nationally, and homes are the locations where people are at greatest risk from fire. This year’s National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) Fire Prevention Week campaign is “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!™” The campaign works to educate everyone about the different sounds the smoke and carbon monoxide alarms make. Knowing what to do when an alarm sound will keep you and your family safe. When an alarm makes noises – a beeping sound or a chirping sound – you must take action. Since 1922, the NFPA has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. During Fire Prevention Week, children, adults, and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire. Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an effort to drastically decrease casualties caused by fires. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of October 9th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on October 8, 1871, and caused devastating damage. This horrific conflagration killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres of land. In an effort to support the national proclamation of Fire Prevention Week and bring awareness to the citizens of McCall, staff requests the Council proclaim October 3-9, 2021 as Fire Prevention Week in McCall. The proclamation, and talking points are attached. More information and activities can be found on the NFAP website https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About. Action: Proclaim October 3-9, 2021 as Fire Prevention Week throughout the City of McCall and authorize the Mayor to sign the proclamation. Council Member Nielsen moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Nielsen, Council Member Nelsen, Council Member Callan, Mayor Giles, and Council Member Maciaszek all voted aye, and the motion carried. WORK SESSION AB 21-238 Housing Advisory Committee and McCall City Council on Creating a Housing Authority Discussion and Direction to Staff The purpose of the work session with the City Council and Housing Advisory Committee is to explore the idea of creating a Housing Authority, discuss the pros and cons, and look at other Housing Authority models in Idaho. The idea of creating a housing authority surfaced several times in discussion during Housing Advisory Committee meetings. The work session will be an opportunity to go over the attached information and have a discussion on if this is something staff should work on. MCCALL CITY COUNCIL Page 4 of 10 September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting Michelle Groenevelt, Community and Economic Development Director kicked off the work session with the idea of creating a local housing authority. In 2005 and 2006 there was a regional housing authority for the area to help manage several different housing policies. Benefits to having a more regional effort include funding opportunities. A housing authority is a separate legal entity from the city but if the city sets up the authority the City Council and the Mayor can help appoint the Commissioners and there are some opportunities to use city resources. A similar relationship to the McCall Redevelopment Agency. To set up a housing authority the city would need to declare the need for an authority which can be done through adopting a Resolution, appointing the board and enter into an intergovernmental agreement for staffing. Looking at housing authorities in Idaho, primarily, most housing authorities are set up to administer HUD funded programs. Blaine County was looked at strongly, since being set up initially by the city of Ketchum and now serves the entire county. Blaine County faces many of the same issues our area is facing today for housing such as high cost of land, materials and labor, community of second homes and limitation to available lands. Blaine County Housing Authority does not receive any federal funding and the executive director felt that was a benefit because there are not some of the strings attached to those federal dollars. This also makes it easier to adjust to the local market. The focus of their housing authority is income-based deed restrictions, but they are branching out to include deed restrictions like the ones in place here in McCall. One source of the Blaine County Housing Authority funding is in the fee charged for processing the deed restrictions. The McCall Housing Advisory Committee has looked at the pros and cons of setting up a Housing Authority. Some reasons that came up not to set up a housing authority was because of it being another agency for city staff to administrate at this point and would require additional city resources and funding. Chair of the Housing Advisory Committee Nick Zello introduced himself and commented that the advisory committee has realized the limitations on being just an advisory committee and not an action committee. Mr. Zello made the recommendation on behalf of the Housing Advisory Committee to establish the structure on an acting agency. The other members of the Housing Advisory Committee in attendance agreed strongly with this recommendation. City Attorney Bill Punkoney commented that the Housing Authority would give the city more flexibility to address current housing affordability issues. Advice to Council is to instruct staff to work with the currently established committees to come up with a proposal to set up a housing authority in the city limits of McCall and develop a strategic plan for providing affordable housing. Council Member Nielsen questioned if housing authorities can run both federal funded programs and programs through other methods of funding with concerns in mind about not limiting the potential for changes in the future. Director Groenevelt commented that yes, it is possible but there would need to be dedicated and committed staff to run the programs. Council Member Callan commented that the Blaine County model seems closest to what would work for the city. The focus should be on housing period, not just federal funding, and HUD homes. MCCALL CITY COUNCIL Page 5 of 10 September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting Council Member Maciaszek noted that he was on the previous housing board and believes that with the right dedicated staff and board members it could be the right direction to go but would like more outline on exactly what is expected to be accomplished. Council Member Nelsen reiterated the need to define roles, goals, and objectives. City Manager Anette Spickard asked for clarification on the area of coverage for the housing authority and would Councilors also be able to serve on that board like the Urban Renewal Agency. Manager Spickard also wanted to know the process involved with city owned property being utilized by the housing authority. Attorney Punkoney responded explaining that City Council would not be able to sit on the board in accordance with Idaho law, the authority has what is given to it or what it is able to acquire on its own in terms of property and the area of coverage for the authority would depend on how the authority is set up. Council directed staff to bring a housing authority resolution back to Council with a timeline that works in parallel with the Housing Action Plan timeline. PRESENTATIONS AB 21-237 Covid-19 Update and Discussion Regarding Crisis Standards of Care and Direction to Staff Monthly, staff gives Council an update regarding the current local statistics related to Covid-19. Due to the continued surge in cases, both within Valley County and the State of Idaho, and with Idaho establishing Crisis Standards of Care statewide, Council Member Nelson requested that the City Council have a discussion regarding Crisis Standards of Care and what that means for the citizens of McCall. The discussion will also include whether the Council should take any type of action in response. Crisis standards of care provide guidelines that help healthcare providers and systems decide how to deliver the best care possible under the extraordinary circumstances of an overwhelming disaster or public health emergency. The guidelines are used when there are not enough healthcare resources to provide the usual standard of care to people who need it. The goal of crisis standards of care is to extend care to as many patients as possible and save as many lives as possible. Implementation of crisis standards of care are meant to be a measure of last resort. Activation of the crisis standards of care means that all other options for addressing resource limitations have been explored. According to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, the Idaho Crisis Standards of Care Plan will be implemented when a disaster event overwhelms usual health and medical capabilities and capacities, resulting in an inability of the healthcare system to provide the standard levels of care to patients. This plan provides the structure needed for collaborative development of crisis standards of care clinical guidance by the State of Idaho Disaster Medical Advisory Committee, comprised of subject matter experts, and the dissemination of guidance to the seven public health districts and the healthcare system in Idaho. MCCALL CITY COUNCIL Page 6 of 10 September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting Amber Green from St. Luke’s Hospital System gave the Council an update regarding the Covid- 19 and the related data. Dr. Irvine from St. Luke’s Hospital System asked the city to do everything they can to encourage vaccinations and encourage people to wear masks. Council Member Nelsen noted that the peak has not arrived yet and asked what the projections are? Dr. Irvine commented that the peak will most likely happen in October; however, a greater sense of urgency to vaccinate is needed. Gina Pannell from Central District Health explained that the data does not show the actual infections that are out there as they are behind in reporting. One of the most effective ways to contain and control the spread is to quarantine those that are infected or exposed. Currently, contact tracing is very difficult and nonexistent in Valley County. Police Chief Justin Williams added that there are multiple variants in the state including Delta, Mu and now R1, the newest variant. Council Member Nelsen is very passionate about doing something so that the message gets out there for people to wear masks and get vaccinated offering to volunteer to sit on the covid taskforce. Council directed staff to push messaging to the public that included encouraging vaccination, wearing masks and social distancing. AB 21-232 Wildlife Feeding Education Campaign Presentation Communications Manager Erin greaves presented to the Council stating that a brief reminder that on July 22, 2021, Council chose not to approve the prohibition of wildlife feeding in city limits in favor of a robust education campaign. The staff has developed a comprehensive media plan in collaboration with Idaho Fish and Game to educate the public on the danger to our local wildlife if the feeding continues. Idaho Fish and Game will determine peak times of the year to push education throughout the year. An ad will be placed in the Visit McCall magazine for both summer and winter editions. In the past Idaho Fish and Game created an educational brochure on feeding wildlife and these brochures are being redistributed. Staff is looking at the possibility of signage in the local parks, virtual educational sessions on how to live with wildlife and working with the local school district on education programs for youth. “Keep Us Wild – A Message from Our Town Herd.” Has become the focus of the educational campaign, really keeping it about what is best for the wild animals. Council expressed appreciation for staff and agreement with the messaging being used. No direction or motion required. PUBLIC COMMENT At 7:42p.m. Mayor Giles acknowledged that there were two written comments received and distributed to the Council MCCALL CITY COUNCIL Page 7 of 10 September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting 1 9/14/21 10:43:07 Kilmeny Parker 500 Wanda Ave McCallIdaho 83638 Could we please get a mask mandate back? It’s getting very difficult to run a business with all the COVID cases and cancellations. We had no problems with people arguing when there was a mandate and now it’s so nerve wracking. Let’s help each other please? 2 9/16/21 12:52:03 Thea Belecz 13964 Turner Lane McCallIdaho 83638 As of this morning, the entire state of Idaho's health system is operating under the Crisis Standards of Care. Some communities in our state have reinstated a mask mandate. I feel strongly that it is time to do the same thing for our highly transient, tourist destination town. Masks are now required inside all City facilities - it is time to extend that same order for the town. Many businesses are doing that on their own, but patrons pay far more attention if there is a city mandate backing businesses up. I work part time at Barn Owl Books here in McCall. Fortunately, my boss feels strongly about patrons having to wear masks to enter. But it would be so much easier for all of us - owner and employees - if we could simply say, "It's required by the city" to those who balk at wearing a mask. I've had several people say to me, "I'll wear a mask when the City mandates it". Thank you for your consideration. Hearing no additional comments, the Mayor closed the public comment period. Council Member Nelsen went back to the Covid discussion and whether a resolution needs to be adopted by Council to give a basis for communications to the public. Council Member Callan feels that clear direction was given and does not feel a Resolution is needed. Council Member Maciaszek agreed with Council Member Callan that there is no need to bring a Resolution to Council and direction to staff is clear without it. Council Member Nielsen stated that people will listen to who they need to listen to. The City needs to be a leader and is taking steps to show what is needed and the best thing to hope for is that leaders across the community will spread that message within each of their spheres of influence. He stated that following the state and or local health district is the course the City has been on. He expressed the importance of continuing to put out the message that you are helping save lives when you are vaccinated and wear masks. Council Member Nielsen opined that the Council needs to encourage influencers to educate. Communication Manager Erin Greaves commented that if the intent is to get the information out staff can do a press release. Council directed Manager Greaves to move ahead with a press release. AB 21-240 Final Results from City of McCall Series 2021 General Obligation Bond Sale for the Library Expansion Project City Manager Anette Spickard presented the results from the 2021 General Obligation Bond Sale for the Library Expansion Project. Piper Sandler, the City’s Underwriter, conducted a negotiated sale on September 8, 2021, of the General Obligation Bonds authorized by the voters for the Library Expansion Project. Christian Anderson of Zion’s Bank, the City’s municipal financial MCCALL CITY COUNCIL Page 8 of 10 September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting advisor, provided the results of the sale in the attached document. The Municipal Bond market was favorable to the city, and we achieved a final interest rate that was better than anticipated which will save the city taxpayers money over the twenty-year life of the debt service payments. Moody’s Investor Services rated the City’s credit at Aa2, which is normally given to larger cities, based on the City’s conservative budgeting practices, strong financial reserve policies, and tax base. Council extended their appreciation to staff for working on this project. BUSINESS AGENDA AB 21-230 Request to Appoint Ryan Kinzer and Liz Rock to the McCall Area Planning and Zoning Commission City Planner Brian Parker gave an overview of the requested appointees. Pursuant to McCall City Code Chapter 3.12, the McCall Area Planning and Zoning Commission consists of seven (7) members, four (4) of which are appointed by the McCall City Council. On September 7, 2021, the Commission vetted four candidates for the Planning and Zoning Commission vacancies. The vacancies were advertised for two weeks in the Star-News and four letters of interest were received (attached) from Simon Ingham, Ryan Kinzer, Dave Petty, and Liz Rock. The Commission voted to recommend the appointment of Ryan Kinzer and Liz Rock to fill the two (2) vacant seats on the Commission. All applicants have been invited to attend the Council Meeting via MS Teams. Council had no questions or comments. Council Member Nelson moved to Move to appoint Ryan Kinzer and Liz Rock to three (3) year terms on the McCall Area Planning and Zoning Commission expiring October 1, 2024, and have the mayor sign all necessary paperwork. Council Member Nielsen seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Nelsen, Council Member Nielsen, Mayor Giles, Council Member Callan, Council Member Maciaszek all voted aye, and the motion carried. AB 21-239 Request Adoption of the McCall Redevelopment Agency (MRA) Termination Ordinance and Ordinance Summary for the 1990 District Community & Economic Development Director Michelle Groenevelt presented the McCall Redevelopment Agency (MRA) Termination Ordinance and Ordinance Summary for the 1990 District to immediately terminate the revenue allocation area for the Railroad Avenue project area and requiring distribution of any non-obligated surplus determined to exist pursuant to section 50- 2909 of Idaho code. This ordinance authorizes the City Clerk or the McCall Redevelopment Agency to file the ordinance together with the boundary map at the County Recorder, the County Assessor, and the Idaho State Tax Commission. It will also be provided to each of the taxing entities affected by said revenue allocation area. (THIS IS ALMOST VERBATIM OF THE SUMMARY LANGUAGE BELOW) Council had no comments or concerns regarding the termination Ordinance and ordinance summary. MCCALL CITY COUNCIL Page 9 of 10 September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting Council Member Nielsen moved to suspend the rules and read by title only one time only Ordinance 1007. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Nielsen, Council Member Nelsen, Mayor Giles, Council Member Callan, Council Member Maciaszek, all voted aye, and the motion carried. City Clerk BessieJo Wagner read Ordinance No. 1007 by title only one time only: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of McCall, Idaho, immediately terminating the revenue allocation area for the Railroad Avenue project area; requiring distribution of any non- obligated surplus determined to exist pursuant to Section 50-2909, Idaho Code; authorizing the City Clerk or the Urban Renewal Agency of the City of McCall, Idaho, also known as McCall Redevelopment Agency, to file the ordinance, together with the boundary map, with the Office of the County Recorder, the County Assessor, and the Idaho State Tax Commission as provided in Section 63-215, Idaho Code;providing that a copy of this ordinance shall be given to each of the taxing entities affected by said revenue allocation area; approving the summary of the ordinance; and providing an effective date. Council Member Callan moved to Adopt Ordinance 1007 terminating the McCall Redevelopment Agency's 1990 District, approve the publication of the Summary, and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents.Council Member Nielsen seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Callan, Council Member Nielsen, Mayor Giles, Council Member Maciaszek,Council Member Nelsen, all voted aye, and the motion carried. Upcoming Meetings Schedule Discussion Council discussed upcoming meetings. ADJOURNMENT Without further business,Mayor Giles adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m. v ATTEST: = Stu y lobed S. Giles, Mayor �. m a o� O T � * BessieJo Wagn , ity Cler MCCALL CITY COUNCIL Page 10 of 10 September 23, 2021 Regular Meeting