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Home My Public Portal AboutMinutes_City Council Regular Meeting_12152020CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING IONA CITY HALL DECEMBER 15, 2020 — 7:00 P.M. PRESENT: Mayor Dan Gubler, Council President Rob Geray, Council Member Michael Thompson, Council Member Peter Wadsworth, Council Member Kathy McNamara, City Attorney Andrew Rawlings, Public Works Director Zech Prouse (via teleconference) and City Clerk/Treasurer Keri West. ABSENT: None. VISITORS: Ramona McIntire, Thomas McIntire and Deputy Chris Williams. Mayor Gubler welcomed everyone and Council Attorney Rawlings led the Pledge of Allegiance. A roll call was taken by Clerk West to open the meeting. CONSENT AGENDA: City Council Work Meeting and Regular Meeting Minutes of November 17, 2020 were reviewed. Council reviewed the finance reports for the period ending November 30, 2020 (17% of the fiscal year elapsed). The City had $1,063,619.66 in the bank and routine bills had been paid, "Exhibit A". Mayor Gubler entertained a motion. Council Member Thompson made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Council Member McNamara seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried. ITEMS OF BUSINESS: Approval of 2021 City Council Meeting Dates— Clerk West stated the proposed schedule for the 2021 City Council Meeting dates follows the third Tuesday requirement with no exceptions. She continued and stated the proposed schedule for the Planning and Zoning Meeting dates for 2021 follows the second Wednesday requirement with no exceptions. Mayor Gubler asked the Council if there were any questions or concerns. Nothing stated. Mayor Gubler entertained a motion. Council Member Wadsworth made a motion to approve the City Council Meeting dates for 2021 and the Planning and Zoning Meeting dates for 2021. Council Member McNamara seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried. Public Hearing — Ordinance to Amend Iona City Code §§ 10-1-7, 10-1-8, 11-8-4, 11-14-1 and 11-14-3; pertaining to Public Hearing Requirements (Ord. 248-12-20) — Mayor Gubler stated this item was discussed previously pertaining to the necessity of the Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z) holding Public Hearings, in addition to the City Council holding a Public Hearing. He continued and stated legally only one Public Hearing is required and it has been determined that it should take place at the City Council Meeting. However, the P&Z will still review and discuss those applications to determine recommendation to the City Council. He continued and stated this amendment addresses those changes to the Iona City Code. Clerk West stated this was discussed and approved by the P&Z at their meeting last week. No comments or questions asked by Council. 1 Mayor Gubler entertained a motion. Council Member Wadsworth made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 248-12-20, an Ordinance of the City of Iona, Idaho; amending Sections 10-1-7, 10-1-8, 11-8-4, 11-14-1, and 11-14-3 of the Iona City Code; clarifying Public Hearing Requirements and the conduct of hearings before the Planning and Zoning Commission; providing methodology; preserving prior Ordinances in each instance; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date. Council Member Wadsworth also moved to dispense with the rule of reading the proposed Ordinance in full and on three separate occasions. Council Member Thompson seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: Council President Geray: YES Council Member Thompson: YES Council Member Wadsworth: YES Council Member McNamara: YES Public Hearing — Preliminary Plat Application, Eagle Rock Engineering, Elim Estates; a Subdivision located on the North side of Iona Road, between 45th East and Olsen Avenue (THIS PUBLIC HEARING WAS CANCELED DUE TO THE APPLICATION BEING WITHDRAWN BY THE DEVELOPER) — Council President Geray stated he understands this application has been withdrawn, but he requested some insight on what had recently been discussed on this situation. He continued and stated he was potentially in favor of commercial properties on that lot that were previously brought to the City Council. Clerk West stated that development fell through many months ago and the new owner is considering developing it into residential, single family lots. Mayor Gubler stated he had a meeting with the developer and informed them the property required a secondary access to obtain City approval. He continued and stated they had discussed various options to acquire secondary access to the development. Clerk West stated the Preliminary Plat that was submitted was met with a lot of opposition by nearby residents and was not recommended by the P&Z due to concerns brought up by the City Engineer. Therefore, the developer chose to withdraw his application and will resubmit a new Preliminary Plat at a future date. Mayor Gubler concurred and stated the City Council may have to consider a variance on this property at some point for a development to go in, given how the property is situated. He continued and stated there were things done in the past that make a development difficult on this property and it may be necessary for the Council to approve a variance in the future to correct past mistakes. Ramona McIntire stated they own the field adjacent to the parcel being developed and they own the lot in Homer Estates where the developer was proposing to add a road. She continued and stated they are still undecided if they want to develop at this time. Mrs. McIntire expressed her frustration with the way the developer communicated with them and the negative feedback they have received from residents in Homer Estates. She continued and stated when Homer Estates was developed, they were forced to pay full price for a lot to someday turn into a road to access their property. She then submitted a letter to Clerk West expressing her concerns to share with the Council and Deputy Williams privately. General Water System Discussion— Mayor Gubler stated there is nothing to report. The water project is currently shut down for the winter. STAFF REPORTS: Clerk West stated she had a company come to the City Building to evaluate the current audio/visual system and give a quote to update the entire system, including the 2 addition of a projector and teleconferencing equipment. The total quote was approximately $38,000. She has submitted the quote for the CARES Act and is still waiting for pre -approval. She continued and stated the deadline to submit it for the CARES Act was December 11, 2020. She stated if they approve the amount, the City still has some flexibility on specifics, as long as they are within the approved amount. Director Prouse stated he had Clerk West submit a quote for pre -approval with the CARES Act for external water sampling sites that would help the City be more compliant with state requirements for the monthly sampling. It also removes the necessity of physically going into locations, thus allowing for more social distancing and less exposure to the virus for City employees. He continued and stated the amount was $7,477 and was approved today. Director Prouse also reported he had a discussion with Progressive Irrigation regarding the surface water rights for Sunrise Acres. He continued and stated they are not allowing cities to obtain those water rights for any needs other than irrigation. Director Prouse continued and stated he thinks the City should move forward with discussing the options available for all potential developments and their surface water rights. Council President Geray expressed concern regarding this decision by Progressive Irrigation. Attorney Rawlings confirmed Progressive Irrigation cannot interfere with the transfer or water rights, but they are legally allowed to interfere with the uses of the water. Director Prouse stated the City can discuss this with the current owner of Sunrise Acres and request that he keeps the water rights in his name, rather than petitioning them to be excluded with Progressive Irrigation. Discussion continued pertaining to surface water rights and existing developments in the City. Director Prouse then commended Deputy Williams for the thorough job he is doing for the City of Iona. He continued and stated he gave Deputy Williams an extensive list of parking violators and they were handled very quickly. Council Member Wadsworth, Council President Geray and Council Member Thompson all stated nothing to report. Mayor Gubler stated there are two P&Z Members that are at their term limits. He continued and stated he is looking for suggestions on new people to replace them. Council Member McNamara stated she has not heard from Arlene Riding with the Iona Historical Museum. Clerk West stated she has talked to her and was told they may have a financial donor to help pay off the loan. However, nothing is final at this point. SUGGESTED AGENDA ITEMS: Clerk West suggested a discussion on the Stanger Building. Meeting Adjourned at 8:00 p.m. COUNCIL APPROVED: January 19, 2021 ATTEST: Keri West, City Clerk/Treasurer Dan Gubler, Mayor 3 City of Iona Check Register - Iona Page: 1 Check Issue Dates: 12/1/2020 - 12/31/2020 Jan 07, 2021 12:29PM Report Criteria: Report type: Summary GL Period Check Issue Date Check Number Payee Description GL Account Amount 12/20 12/03/2020 18047 12/20 12/03/2020 18048 12/20 12/03/2020 18049 12/20 12/03/2020 18050 12/20 12/03/2020 18051 12/20 12/03/2020 18052 12/20 12/03/2020 18053 12/20 12/03/2020 18054 12/20 12/08/2020 18055 12/20 12/08/2020 18056 12/20 12/08/2020 18057 12/20 12/08/2020 18058 12/20 12/08/2020 18059 12/20 12/08/2020 18060 12/20 12/08/2020 18061 12/20 12/14/2020 18062 12/20 12/14/2020 18063 12/20 12/15/2020 18067 12/20 12/15/2020 18068 12/20 12/15/2020 18069 12/20 12/15/2020 18070 12/20 12/15/2020 18071 12/20 12/15/2020 18072 12/20 12/15/2020 18073 12/20 12/15/2020 18074 12/20 12/15/2020 18075 12/20 12/16/2020 18076 12/20 12/16/2020 18077 12/20 12/23/2020 18078 12/20 12/23/2020 18079 12/20 12/23/2020 18080 12/20 12/23/2020 18081 12/20 12/23/2020 18082 12/20 12/23/2020 18083 12/20 12/23/2020 18084 12/20 12/23/2020 18085 12/20 12/28/2020 18087 12/20 12/29/2020 18088 12/20 12/31/2020 18089 12/20 12/31/2020 18090 12/20 12/31/2020 18091 12/20 12/31/2020 18092 Grand Totals: Summary by General Ledger Account Number BEARING & INDUSTRIAL SALES BONNEVILLE COUNTY PROSECUTOR'S OFF CASELLE, INC. CITY OF IONA CORE & MAIN POST REGISTER TETON MICROBIOLOGY LAB TRAFFICALM SYSTEMS AMERICAN PUMP C & B OPERATIONS, LLC CONRAD & BISCHOFF INC. INTERMOUNTAIN GAS CO. PSI ENVIRONMENTAL REiC VERIZON WIRELESS ALLEN ELDRIDGE GREG MCBRIDE BONNEVILLE CO. SOLID WASTE CHEMSEARCH DIGLINE, INC. FORSGREN ASSOCIATES, INC. H.D. FOWLER CO. NETBACK, LLC ROCKY MTN. POWER WESTERN RECYCLING - CURBSIDE R & R ELECTRIC, INC. HOLDEN KIDWELL HAHN & CRAPO P.L.L.C. TETON MICROBIOLOGY LAB BLACKFOOT EASTERN ID WATER RIGHTS COALITION ELAN CITY, INC. FALLS PLUMBING SUPPLY, INC. IDABO ROCKY MTN. POWER SPARKLIGHT WEX BANK GREG MCBRIDE ROCKY MTN. POWER BRENT PURCELL POST REGISTER USABLUEBOOK SHANE HAROLDSEN GL Account Debit Credit Proof 01-1075 49.00 .00 49.00 01-2010 .00 49.00- 49.00- 10-2010 .00 21,718.41- 21,718.41 - PARTS INVOICE QRTLY RETAINER SERVICES Software Assurance annual fee City water usage/bill Water system parts PH- Preliminary Plat Elim Estates Water tests Radar Signs poles & materials Well #2 Maintenance LAWN MOWER PARTS Diesel Fuel -Dyed Natural gas Dumpster-3548 N. Main Boom Lift Cell phones- Allen Building inspections Mechanical Inspections County Dump refuse Boiler water treatment program Utility Locator Monthly Fee Preliminary Plats, BMPO Mtg & E Blue Wire 500' Roll Data Backup 5GB Street Lights Recycling bin Well #2 Electrical Repair Hours in Excess of Mo. retainer Water tests TELEPHONE Annual Membership Dues Radar Speed Sign (2) Water System Repairs ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP & INDIVI Street Lights Internet- Office Public Works -Ds] Mechanical Inspections Well #1 Electrical Inspections PH- Rezone Scott Kelly No Lead Sampling Rod & Case REFUND WATER OVERPAYMEN 104710 135.53 104680 300.00 514150 5,130.00 104710 539.00 514710 757.05 104155 107.92 514710 75.00 104690 1,440.00 514710 972.78 104710 28.66 104710 1,324.05 104175 813.85 104710 114.91 104710 135.66 104720 253.76 104720 1,270.00 104720 160.00 514710 175.00 514710 204.17 514710 30.94 514180 1,970.00 514710 66.46 104150 75.00 104175 224.79 104150 51.00 514710 862.50 514160 900.00 514710 75.00 514150 170.65 514150 503.00 104690 5,819.00 514710 101.14 104720 300.00 104175 299.49 104150 165.60 514710 206.78 104720 390.00 514175 2,750.13 104720 2,710.00 104155 279.88 514710 407.92 011075 49.00 32,345.62 M = Manual Check, V = Void Check City of Iona Check Register - Iona Check Issue Dates: 12/1/2020 - 12/31/2020 Page: 2 Jan 07, 2021 12:29PM GL Account Debit Credit Proof Grand Totals: Dated: 10-41-50 2,971.12 .00 2,971.12 10-41-55 387.80 .00 387.80 10-41-60 720.00 .00 720.00 10-41-63 1,379.00 .00 1,379.00 10-41-75 2,021.71 .00 2,021.71 10-46-80 300.00 .00 300.00 10-46-90 7,259.00 .00 7,259.00 10-47-10 1,766.92 .00 1,766.92 10-47-20 4,871.43 .00 4,871.43 10-49-50 41.43 .00 41.43 51-2010 .00 10,578.21- 10,578.21- 51-41-50 3,206.99 .00 3,206.99 51-41-60 180.00 .00 180.00 51-41-75 2,066.55 .00 2,066.55 51-41-80 591.00 .00 591.00 51-47-10 4,533.67 .00 4,533.67 32,345.62 32,345.62- .00 42*YydOlcoarmiri //n/2,o)-1 Report Criteria: Report type: Summary M = Manual Check, V = Void Check