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Home My Public Portal AboutMinutes_City Council Regular Meeting_10202020CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING IONA CITY HALL OCTOBER 20, 2020 — 7:00 P.M. PRESENT: Mayor Dan Gubler, Council President Rob Geray, Council Member Michael Thompson (via teleconference), Council Member Peter Wadsworth, Council Member Kathy McNamara, Public Works Director Zech Prouse (via teleconference) and City Office Assistant Rylea Farrens. ABSENT: City Attorney Andrew Rawlings and City Clerk/Treasurer Keri West. VISITORS: Scott Kelly, Leann Grover and Doug Ricks. Mayor Gubler welcomed everyone and Council President Geray led the Pledge of Allegiance. A roll call was taken by Assistant Farrens to open the meeting. CONSENT AGENDA: City Council Work Meeting and Regular Meeting Minutes of September 15, 2020 were reviewed. Council reviewed the finance reports for the period ending September 30, 2020 (100% of the fiscal year elapsed). The City had $1,011,077.21 in the bank and routine bills had been paid, "Exhibit A". Mayor Gubler entertained a motion. Council President Geray made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Council Member Wadsworth seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried. ITEMS OF BUSINESS: Business License Application — Doug Tolbert, Powerhouse Coach, Inc. — Mayor Gubler stated this item was discussed at the City Council Meeting in September when Mr. Tolbert had applied for a Conditional Use Permit for his RV repair business. At that time, it was determined Mr. Tolbert required a Business License, rather than a Conditional Use Permit. Council Members had no questions regarding this application. Mayor Gubler entertained a motion. Council Member McNamara made a motion to approve the Business License for Doug Tolbert, Powerhouse Coach, Inc. Council Member Wadsworth seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried. Ordinance to Amend and Enact New Sections of the Iona City Code Title 8, Chapter 1 — Parks (Ord. 247-10-20) — Council President Geray stated this item is difficult to approve without Attorney Rawlings present. He also asked if Mayor Gubler or other Council members had perspective on this update. Assistant Farrens stated there was a man regularly digging in the City Park with a metal detector and Director Prouse wanted to add language to the City Code to prohibit such activities in the parks. Director Prouse confirmed. Council President Geray stated he has gone through it and has some feedback for Attorney Rawlings to address prior to approval from the City Council at next month's meeting. Council President Geray mentioned Section 8-1- 3: Operation of Motor Vehicles, and requested to add a line that allows City employees to operate motor vehicles for maintenance and other City business. Director Prouse agreed and also 1 stated the section he had requested to have added was Section 8-1-5(B): Damages to Park Grounds. Council President Geray acknowledged this addition and also mentioned Section 8-1- 5(A): Planting or Removal of Plants. He continued and stated the first line should read, "No trees, shrubs, vines, or other plants shall be planted in any public park without the consent of the City." It currently has the word "with" instead of "without". Director Prouse agreed. Council President Geray recommended tabling this discussion and vote until the suggestions can be implemented into an updated version of this chapter. Mayor Gubler agreed. Mayor Gubler entertained a motion. Council President Geray made a motion to table the Ordinance 247-10-20 to Amend and Enact New Sections of the Iona City Code Title 8, Chapter 1 — Parks until the next scheduled City Council Regular Meeting. Council Member Wadsworth seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried. Discussion of Disposition of Stanger Building— Mayor Gubler stated this discussion took place during the Work Meeting, immediately preceding this meeting. He continued and stated the lease with the Bonneville Art Association on the Stanger Building has expired and the City is considering divesting itself of that property. Mayor Gubler stated the City has been paying the maintenance and repairs for the building and only a small group of people are benefiting from it. Council Member Wadsworth asked if the City could expand their usage of the building, since it is on the National Register of Historic Places. Council President Geray recommended tabling this for a future discussion when Attorney Rawlings is present. STAFF REPORTS: Assistant Farrens reported for Clerk West and stated the City has currently received $1,708.01 in reimbursement funds from the CARES Act. She also stated the City has applied for a grant from Game Time, Inc. to assist with the cost of the new playground equipment for the Country Haven Park. We are still awaiting notification on this. Assistant Farrens also reported the City has received a credit from Blue Cross in the amount of $1,308.69 due to decreased claims processed over the past 12 months. Assistant Farrens continued and stated the Veterans Day program is still planned for November 11th and will be held at the City Building. She is still planning the details of this event. Assistant Farrens stated the Trunk or Treat is still planned to take place on Saturday, October 31St from 2-4pm and requested feedback from the Council on whether they want this event to continue as is. Council Member Wadsworth stated the City needs to be very cautious with the type of events we invite members of the public to and how we handle those events in this type of situation. Assistant Farrens said she will be implementing precautions, such as social distancing. She requested help from Mayor Gubler and the Council to be in attendance and assist with social distancing enforcement. Assistant Farrens continued and stated we have received 24 RSVPs to do trunks, including 3 businesses. She also stated we have extended the time this year to allow people to spread out the time they are here. Council President Geray stated he does not oppose the Trunk or Treat due to the community interest, but he also does not personally support it. He prefers having kids go trick or treating the old fashioned way and will not be at the City Trunk or Treat. Assistant Farrens stated this event will be in the afternoon, so children will still be able to go trick or treating around the neighborhoods. Council Member Wadsworth suggested displaying a sign that allows people to attend the Trunk or Treat at their own risk and manage themselves. He continued and stated he does not agree with having people there to enforce the social 2 distancing, having place marks on the sidewalks or requiring people to wear masks. Council President Geray stated he agrees, but is concerned with liability if the City is hosting an event and not following guidelines outlined by Eastern Idaho Public Health (EIPH). Assistant Farrens stated she has talked to EIPH and they have instructed us to have all food handlers wear masks and gloves and to encourage social distancing. Council President Geray suggested having someone enforce the guidelines for those doing the trunks, but not the attendees. Assistant Farrens agreed. Council Member Wadsworth, Council Member McNamara and Council President Geray all stated nothing to report. Council Member Thompson did not respond via telephone. Director Prouse stated nothing to report. Deputy Williams stated there have been several areas in the City that have been reported as speeding hazards. He has been monitoring these areas and has been giving warnings and citations when necessary. Mayor Gubler also stated there are situations in the City where people are living in RVs, which is not permitted long-term. Council President Geray advised Deputy Williams to review Iona City Code 11-11-24, regarding long-term habitation in RVs. SUGGESTED AGENDA ITEMS: Scott Kelly requested to be added to a future agenda to possibly change the zoning of his property from Commercial to Residential. He would then like to split the property to build two houses. Mayor Gubler stated there is a process to do this which includes an application, fee and a Public Hearing. He advised him to call Clerk West at the City Office to get additional information on this process. Representative Doug Ricks stated there has been new legislation that included a change in the way the State of Idaho distributed sales tax to the cities throughout the state. However, they found that many cities were receiving much more than others per capita. He continued and stated there is a new bill being presented that addresses this situation. Meeting Adjourned at 7:37 p.m. COUNCIL APPROVED: November 17, 2020 ATTEST: Keri West, City Clerk/Treasurer Dan Gubler, May 3 City of Iona Check Register- Iona Check Issue Dates: 10/1/2020 - 10/31/2020 Page: 1 Nov 10, 2020 03:36PM Report Criteria: Report type: Summary GL Period Check Issue Date Check Number Payee Description GL Account Amount 10/20 10/01/2020 17928 10/20 10/01/2020 17929 10/20 10/05/2020 17930 10/20 10/05/2020 17931 10/20 10/05/2020 17932 10/20 10/05/2020 17933 10/20 10/06/2020 17934 10/20 10/06/2020 17935 10/20 10/06/2020 17936 10/20 10/06/2020 17937 10/20 10/06/2020 17938 10/20 10/06/2020 17939 10/20 10/08/2020 17940 10/20 10/08/2020 17941 10/20 10/08/2020 17942 10/20 10/08/2020 17943 10/20 10/08/2020 17944 10/20 10/08/2020 17945 10/20 10/08/2020 17946 10/20 10/08/2020 17947 10/20 10/08/2020 17948 10/20 10/08/2020 17949 10/20 10/14/2020 17950 10/20 10/14/2020 17951 10/20 10/14/2020 17952 10/20 10/15/2020 17953 10/20 10/19/2020 17954 10/20 10/19/2020 17955 10/20 10/21/2020 17960 10/20 10/21/2020 17961 10/20 10/21/2020 17962 10/20 10/21/2020 17963 10/20 10/21/2020 17964 10/20 10/21/2020 17965 10/20 10/21/2020 17966 10/20 10/21/2020 17967 10/20 10/21/2020 17968 10/20 10/21/2020 17969 10/20 10/22/2020 17970 10/20 10/23/2020 17971 10/20 10/27/2020 17972 10/20 10/27/2020 17973 10/20 10/27/2020 17974 10/20 10/27/2020 17975 10/20 10/27/2020 17976 10/20 10/27/2020 17977 10/20 10/27/2020 17978 10/20 10/27/2020 17979 10/20 10/27/2020 17980 Grand Totals: Summary by General Ledger Account Number CORE & MAIN CITY OF IONA ALLEN ELDRIDGE GREG MCBRIDE DIGLINE, INC. IONA BONNEVILLE SEWER DISTRICT CORE & MAIN POLLARD WATER REiC WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT PSI ENVIRONMENTAL A-1 RENTAL - IDAHO FALLS SHELLIE WILLARDSON ASSOCIATION OF IDAHO PUBLIC WORKS P BONNEVILLE COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS BONNEVILLE COUNTY SHERIFF BONNEVILLE METROPOLITAN PLANNING 0 INTERMOUNTAIN GAS CO. NETBACK, LLC POLLARD WATER RMT EQUIPMENT VERIZON WIRELESS BONNEVILLE CO. SOLID WASTE ROCKY MTN. POWER SCOTT HOLLAND RON'S TIRE & MOTORSPORT ALLEN ELDRIDGE GREG MCBRIDE A-1 RENTAL - IDAHO FALLS BLACKFOOT CHEMSEARCH CINTAS FIRST AID & SAFETY FORSGREN ASSOCIATES, INC. LANDON EXCAVATING, INC. RMT EQUIPMENT ROCKY MTN. POWER SENSKELAWNTECH WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY KERI WEST CITY OF POCATELLO A-1 RENTAL- IDAHO FALLS FALLS PLUMBING SUPPLY, INC. NASASP POST REGISTER SCREEN GRAPHICS, INC. SPARKLIGHT WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY WEX BANK ROCKWELL DEVELOPMENT Water system parts City water usage/bill Building inspections Mechanical Inspections Utility Locator Monthly Fee Splash Park sewer fees Well #1 Dual Wall Water System Maintenance Suppl 12' Rubber Cutting Edge Equipment Maintenance Dumpster Pionerr Park Porta Potty rental REFUND WATER ACCOUNT FIN 2020 MEMBERSHIP DUES Road Sign Replacement FY2020 4th Quarter Contract Pay BMPO Unified Planning Work Loc Natural gas Office PC's backup Masks & Disinfecting Wipes 930 Mower Rental Cell phones County Dump refuse Street Lights Refund Water Overpayment TIRES FOR STERLING DUMP T Building inspections 5015 Rockwood Ave City Park- Porta Potty Rental TELEPHONE Boiler water treatment program First Aid Kit -large PAM Addition and Sunrise Acres Grading for Country Haven Park Lawn mower parts Street Lights Summer Lawn Care Purell Hand Sanitizer Reimbursement for Hot Chocolate Water Rights Lease Agreement 20 Tree Chipper & Scissor Lift Finance Charge October Membership dues PH- Preliminary Plat Sunrise Acre Gray Safety Shirts Internet- Shop Disinfecting Wipes Public Works -Ds] Freedom Field Estates Div. 2 Sub 514820 104710 104720 104720 104710 104710 514710 514710 104710 104710 104710 104710 011075 104165 104710 104680 104150 514175 104150 104710 104710 104150 514710 104175 011075 514710 104720 104720 104710 514150 104710 104150 514180 104820 104710 514175 104710 104150 104150 514820 104710 104710 104710 104155 514710 104150 514150 514710 104790 1,320.00 539.00 1,971.00 3,378.20 50.96 261.00 476.20 741.93 443.67 373.54 229.27 37.50 132.77 10.00 257.24 53,000.00 374.00 93.13 75.00 203.67 147.71 253.70 180.00 224.79 34.77 2,875.00 1,300.00 803.44 150.00 173.10 204.17 20.69 790.00 262.50 149.64 5,778.70 1,332.00 269.35 50.96 3,160.17 1,428.50 617.93 39.00 93.16 111.83 155.05 98.12 110.04 18,500.00 103,282.40 M = Manual Check, V = Void Check City of Iona Check Register- Iona Check Issue Dates: 10/1/2020 - 10/31/2020 Page: 2 Nov 10, 2020 03:36PM GL Account Debit Credit Proof Grand Totals: 01-1075 167.54 .00 167.54 01-2010 .00 167.54- 167.54- 10-2010 .00 90,669.00- 90,669.00- 10-41-50 1,107.31 .00 1,107.31 10-41-55 93.16 .00 93.16 10-41-63 553.00 .00 553.00 10-41-65 10.00 .00 10.00 10-41-75 1,033.57 .00 1,033.57 10-46-80 53,000.00 .00 53,000.00 10-47-10 8,573.98 .00 8,573.98 10-47-20 7,494.06 .00 7,494.06 10-47-90 18, 500.00 .00 18, 500.00 10-48-20 262.50 .00 262.50 10-49-50 41.42 .00 41.42 51-2010 .00 12,445.86- 12,445.86- 51-41-50 191.80 .00 191.80 51-41-75 5,063.05 .00 5,063.05 51-41-80 237.00 .00 237.00 51-47-10 2,473.84 .00 2,473.84 51-48-20 4,480.17 .00 4,480.17 103,282.40 103,282.40- .00 Dated: NV I /7 =0 Mayor: City Council: GAY � � �r •7 .j R if r Report Criteria: Report type: Summary M = Manual Check, V = Void Check