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McCall City Council
Regular Meeting
McCall City Hall -- Legion Hall
VIA TEAMS Virtual
March 9, 2023
Call to Order and Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approve the Agenda
Consent Agenda
Public Comment
Presentation
Reports
Public Hearing
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, and Council Member Nelson, all answered roll
call. Council Member Nielsen was absent, and Council Member Thrower arrived at 5:31
p.m.
City staff members present were Anette Spickard, City Manager; Bill Nichols, City Attorney;
BessieJo Wagner, City Clerk; Sarah Porter, Deputy Clerk; Erin Greaves, Communications
Manager; Linda Stokes, City Treasurer; Michelle Groenevelt, Community Development Director;
Delta James, Economic Development Planner; Kurt Wolf, Parks and Recreation Director; Chris
Curtin, Information Systems Manager; Dallas Palmer, Police Chief; Nathan Stewart, Public Works
Director; Vlatko Jovanov, Network Administrator; David DiMartino, Golf Professional.
Also, in attendance were Matt Linde, Park Manager for Ponderosa State Park; Brian Harris, Payette
National Forest; Jennifer Blake, Payette National Forest; Kevin Bissel, TO Engineers; Linda
Jackson, Payette National Forest Supervisor.
Mayor Giles led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVE THE AGENDA
Council Member Maciaszek 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.
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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 January 12, 2023
2. City Council Special Minutes January 19, 2023
3. City Council Regular Minutes February 9, 2023
4. City Council Regular Minutes February 23, 2023
5. Payroll Report for the period ending February 17, 2023
6. Warrant Register – GL
7. Warrant Register – Vendor
8. Accept the Minutes of the following Committees
a. Public Art Advisory Committee – November 18, 2022
b. Library Board of Trustees – January 9, 2023
c. Planning and Zoning Commission – January 10, 2023
d. Golf Course Advisory Committee – January 11, 2023
e. Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee – January 18, 2023
f. Public Art Advisory Committee – January 30, 2023
9. AB 23-052 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 a decision. The City Clerk is also responsible for all processing of
business, taxi, snow removal, pawnbroker, child daycare licenses, vendor and short-term
rental permits, and public event applications. Action: Review the License Report.
10. AB 23-043 Request to Proclaim April 1-7, 2023 as the Week of the Young Child™ The
Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children (Idaho AEYC) is proud to promote
and support recognition of and engagement in the annual celebration of the Week of the
Young Child™ (WOYC). Now, more than ever, on behalf of all early childhood
professionals, families, and their children, we respectfully request that you proclaim April
1-7, 2023 as the Week of the Young Child™ in your city. The Week of the Young Child™
is an annual, nationwide celebration that focuses public attention on the needs of our
youngest children and their families and recognizes the early childhood programs and
services that meet those needs. Idaho AEYC recognizes that the early childhood years
(birth through age 8) lay the foundation for children’s success in school and later life.
Today, we know more than ever before about the importance of children’s earliest years in
shaping their development. This is a time to recognize that children’s opportunities are our
responsibilities and to recommit ourselves to ensuring that every child experiences the type
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of early environment – at home, at childcare, at school, and in the community – that will
promote early learning. We encourage you to bring your community together and show
your support for young children and families, and especially those who care for and work
with our youngest children. We urge you to issue a proclamation to proclaim April 1-7,
2023 as the Week of the Young Child™. Action: Proclaim April 1-7, 2023 as the Week of
the Young Child and authorize the Mayor to sign the proclamation.
11. AB 23-044 Request Adoption of Resolution 23-05 Declaring Surplus Property –
Breath testing equipment, LifeLoc, Alco Sensors and Intoxilyzer
Idaho Code §67-5732A allows the conveyance of surplus personal property to other state
and local agencies. Annually City staff identifies several items as surplus property. The
Police Chief has determined that the breath testing equipment LifeLoc FC-20’s; serial
numbers 90203812, 90204492, 90203791, 90203795, 90203815, 90203823, 90204487,
90204489, 90204490, 90204491, 90204493. The Police Chief would like to relinquish the
LifeLoc items to Adams County Sheriff’s Office. The Police Department has upgraded to
the LifeLoc FC-20 BT, as the former LifeLoc items are no longer supported by the
manufacturer and their shelf life has expired. The breath testing equipment Intoxilyzer and
four Alco Sensors are no longer supported by the State of Idaho Forensic Lab; therefore,
no longer of use to the Police Department and will be destroyed. Action: Adopt Resolution
23-05 declaring the breath testing equipment LifeLoc, Intoxilyzer and Alco Sensors as
surplus items, to be transferred or destroyed as indicated and authorize the Mayor to sign
all necessary documents.
12. AB 23-53 Request for Approval of Resolution 23-07 to declare Surplus Personal
Property
Idaho Code §67-5732A allows for the disposal of surplus personal property, provided that
when sales will be offered to the public and sold to the highest responsible bidder, notice
of such sale shall be published in the newspaper for at least two (2) weeks prior to such
offering. Annually City staff identifies several items as surplus property. Consistent with
prior years, the resolution authorizes the City Clerk to conduct a bid auction for the purpose
of selling the surplus property to the highest bidder. The City has partnered with Public
Surplus, an online auction to auction our surplus items. The public auction on the Public
Surplus auction website will be noticed in the Star-News for two consecutive weeks.
Action: Adopt Resolution 23-07 declaring and authorizing the sale of personal property as
surplus and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents.
Council Member Maciaszek moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted. Council
Member Nelson seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Maciaszek, Council
Member Nelson, Council Member Thrower, and Mayor Giles all voted aye, and the motion
carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Giles called for public comment at 5:32 p.m.
Brant Meckel, 960 Elo Rd
Mr. Meckel of Tony Meckel Excavating and Roll Off Dumpster Service addressed Council
regarding the Lakeshore Disposal contract ending in June. Mr. Meckel expressed the importance
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of the new contract promoting businesses and individuals hauling woody debris, yard debris, and
construction waste. The damage to business will be huge if a change is made to the Lakeshore
Disposal contract that would not allow businesses to haul away non-household waste. This change
would cause Lakeshore Disposal to monopolize the market. Mayor Giles responded to Mr. Meckel
noting that staff will contact Mr. Meckel to sit down and talk about the expiring contract.
JJ Campbell, 1663 Timber Circle
Mr. Campbell addressed Council about sober living housing. Mr. Campbell is working on getting
sober living established in Valley County through the creation of a new non-profit organization.
Deb Fereday, 315 Burns Rd
Mrs. Fereday addressed Council regarding neighborhood concerns for wildlife. Mrs. Fereday
suggested the creation of a community task force for wildlife. The feeding of the town herd of deer
has brought in a cougar and there are now more safety concerns around wildlife in town.
Hearing no further comments, Mayor Giles closed the comment period at 5:45 p.m.
REPORTS
Chamber Report
Council had no questions regarding the Chamber of Commerce report.
Monthly Department Reports
Council Member Nelson discussed the upcoming wall mural downtown with Economic Planner
Delta James. Mayor Giles asked for an overview of the City Manager’s report. City Manager
Anette Spickard reviewed the legislative items included with the City Manager report. City Clerk
BessieJo Wagner reviewed the short-term rental numbers on the Clerk report and noted more
accurate and updated numbers from previous reports.
AB 23-042 Ponderosa Park Projects Update – Matt Linde Park Manager
Matt Linde Park Manager for Ponderosa State Park, 1920 N Davis Ave, gave an update to City
Council on projects that are happening in the state park in 2023. Scheduled projects include the
following:
1. Pole barn will be assembled behind the shop (Summer)
2. Activity Center restroom upgrade (Summer)
3. Blackberry loop water/power upgrades (Fall)
4. Kokanee Cove design and rehab of the old chapel (Summer)
5. Meadow Marsh 2 under burn with SITPA (Fall)
6. Timber salvage in the Kokanee Cove area approx. 100 trees – maybe 10 trucks (fall)
7. Working on a timber sale encompassing 60 to 80 acres (winter 2024/2025)
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Additionally, Mr. Linde commented on the 4 of July alcohol ban that has been in place
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historically noting the Ponderosa State Park does plan to continue the ban for 2023 4 of July
holiday. Mayor Giles asked Mr. Linde to keep City Staff in the loop with the decision on the
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alcohol ban for the 4 of July Holiday.
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Council Member Maciaszek asked if Kokanee Cove is all public. Mr. Linde noted it will be under
construction and may be blocked off for the summer due to construction and public safety.
Previously there was a leaseholder on the location, but the lease is completed. Council Member
Nelson noted being excited about the plan for Camp Kokanee and the asset the State Park is to the
community.
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Police Chief Dallas Palmer addressed the plans for the 4 of July to provide clarification, noting
that staff would bring information involving the City in front of the City Council for a decision to
be made. Additionally, Council Member Maciaszek asked about the fees for state park camping.
Mr. Linde confirmed that visitors from out of state pay about double what in-state residents do.
AB 23-054 Presentation by Payette National Forest on the Granite Goose Landscape
Restoration Project
Brian Harris and Jennifer Blake of Payette National Forest presented to Council. As directed by
the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Forest Service is instituting the Wildfire Crisis Strategy
across the county and areas of the Boise and Payette National Forests have been identified as an
Initial Investment Landscape. The resulting Southwest Idaho Landscape Project has 15 identified
priority fire sheds within the project’s footprint, with eight (8) of those further identified as high-
priority fire sheds for implementation of fuel reduction work. Of the 1.7 million acre footprint,
800,000 acres are state and private lands where the Forest Service does not have jurisdiction to
conduct fuel reduction work. For overall success, state and local governments, and private
landowners must act as well to protect communities by reducing the risk of wildfire through the
Fire Adapted Communities program.
The Granite Goose Landscape Restoration Project just west and northwest of McCall is the first
project under the Wildfire Crisis Strategy the Payette National Forest is undertaking from inception
through to implementation to address hazardous fuels within this area (other fuels reduction work
such as in Bear Basin, on Brundage Mountain and in Ecks Flat have been conducted recently
before the Wildfire Crisis Strategy). The Granite Goose Landscape Restoration Project is in the
early stages of NEPA with the initial Scoping Period ending on March 10, 2023, a well-attended
public meeting was held on February 22, 2023, to offer an opportunity to review the project. The
four primary tools that will be used to reduce fuel loading are commercial thinning, non-
commercial thinning, prescribed fire, and reforestation. Other work to address recreation and
watershed restoration work will be a part of the project. A story map for the Southwest Idaho
Landscape Project has additional information: Southwest Idaho Landscape Project (arcgis.com) A
story map for the Granite Goose Project will be produced in the future.
Mayor Giles expressed appreciation for the Payette National Forest Service and the responsible
management of the forest. Council Member Maciaszek expressed appreciation and excitement that
the Forest Service is making changes and updates to reduce conflict between motorized and non-
motorized recreation. Council Member Nelson asked if a private property owner can be held
responsible for a fire that starts on private property and ends up in the forest. Ms. Blake noted the
owner can be held liable. Linda Jackson, Payette National Forest Supervisor, noted education is
important, and the more residents that are aware of the fire dangers in and around the community
the better.
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PUBLIC HEARING
AB 23-041 Request Approval of Resolution 23-04 Adopting the City’s Comprehensive Fee
Schedule reflecting updated fees for Vendor Permits
Council Member Maciaszek moved to open the public hearing. Council Member Thrower
seconded the motion. In a voice vote, all voted aye, and the motion carried.
City Clerk BessieJo Wagner presented to Council stating that this public hearing, pursuant to
Section 63-1311A, Idaho Code, is intended for the City Council to hear testimony regarding the
approval of Resolution 23-04 to adopt updated Vendor Fees. A public hearing notice was in the
Star-News on February 23 and March 2, 2023.
The recommended Vendor fees are as follows:
$50 Per Day
$140 for 3-12 months in one location (Long Term fee)
$50 Per Day is added to Long Term fee when moving locations.
On February 9, 2023, after considering Council’s questions and comments on January 12th staff
recommended the annual fee to be clarified as a 3–12-month long-term permit in the same location,
maintaining the $50 a day fee if they choose to move locations. Council directed staff to schedule
a public hearing related to these fees.
Council Member Nelson asked if Clerk Wagner had received any inquiries or comments. Clerk
Wagner noted that no inquiries or comments were received.
Mayor Giles opened public comment at 6:50 p.m.
No comments were received.
Council Member Nelson moved to close the public comment period. Council Member
Thrower seconded the motion. In a voice vote, all voted aye, and the motion carried.
Council Member Nelson moved to close the public hearing. Council Member Thrower
seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Nelson, Council Member Thrower,
Mayor Giles, and Council Member Maciaszek all voted aye, and the motion carried.
Council had no questions additional discussion, questions, or concerns regarding the change to the
vendor fee schedule.
Council Member Thrower moved to approve Resolution 23-04 adopting the City’s updated
Comprehensive Fee Schedule reflecting the updated fees for Vendor Permits and authorize
the Mayor to sign all necessary documents. Council Member Maciaszek seconded the
motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Thrower, Council Member Maciaszek, Mayor
Giles, and Council Member Nelson all voted aye, and the motion carried.
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BUSINESS AGENDA
AB 23-051 Request for approval of a Lease Agreement between Central Idaho Historic
Museum and the Southern Idaho Timber Protective Association (SITPA)
Parks and Recreation Director Kurt Wolf presented to Council. The proposed lease/sublease is
between Central Idaho Historical Museum, an Idaho nonprofit corporation, whose address is P.O.
Box 4341, McCall, Idaho 83638 ("Landlord"); and Southern Idaho Timber Protective Association,
an Idaho nonprofit corporation, whose address is 555 Deinhard Lane, McCall, ID 83638
("Tenant"). Landlord intends to sublease to Tenant and Tenant intends to rent/hire from Landlord
the following described portions of the Bunkhouse located on the westerly portion of the Museum
Property adjacent to State Street: Four (4) bedrooms, a common area, and a bathroom located on
the second floor of the Bunkhouse, together with access to the same from the door on the east side
of the building and the adjacent hallway and the stairwell to the second floor (collectively
“Bunkhouse 2nd Floor Rental Property”). Landlord shall retain the right of use of the remainder
of the Bunkhouse. Upon approval of the sub-lease agreement by the City Council, Tenant will
work with parks staff on constructing improvements, making the premises habitable, the cost of
which is anticipated to reach the sum of $20,000 on behalf of the tenant, which cost shall be applied
against the rental rate. Landlord and Tenant shall come to a final agreement as to the amount of
the credit to allocate to the tenant prior to May 1, 2023. Tenant shall have the right to rent the four
rooms in the Bunkhouse 2nd Floor Rental Property to its seasonal employees. If Tenant does not
have enough employees needing to utilize the four rooms, it is authorized to work with the City of
McCall to sublease rooms to City employees, during the term of this Lease.
Council Member Nelson noted that the sublease will be a good use of City assets.
Council Member Nelson moved to approve the proposed Lease Agreement between the
Central Idaho Historic Museum and the Southern Idaho Timber Protective Association and
authorize the mayor to sign all necessary documents. Council Member Thrower seconded
the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Nelson, Council Member Thrower, Mayor
Giles, and Council Member Maciaszek all voted aye, and the motion carried.
AB 23-048 Approve Resolution 23-06 Adopting the Valley County Waterways Management
Plan as a planning document
Community and Economic Development Director Michelle Groenevelt presented to Council. The
Valley County Waterways Management Plan (the Plan) addresses the desired future condition and
management for all waterways across the County with additional strategic direction for Lake
Cascade, Big Payette Lake, Warm Lake, Alpine Lakes, and North Fork of the Payette River. While
important to the County, unique management direction was not warranted at this time for other
waterways, such as Upper Payette Lake, Little Payette Lake, and Herrick Reservoir. Water plays
an important role in the quality of life and economic development opportunities for residents,
second homeowners, recreation users, irrigation districts, and businesses. The City of McCall
provided financial and staff resources to assist Valley County in the development of the Plan. The
respective jurisdictions will use this Plan to help guide future recreation management while
considering environmental stewardship of the lakes, reservoirs, and rivers. The Plan provides
guiding direction for future waterway management, land use standards, and best management
practices (BMPs). Various agencies and partners will need to implement portions of the Plan as
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relevant to their jurisdiction. The Plan incorporates high-level best practices from land
management agencies as well as other major recreation water bodies across the nation within
Idaho’s legal framework. The recommendations for each water body use an Adaptive Management
Program to provide measurability and accountability. The Adaptive Management Program allows
the community to be adaptive, responsible, and decisive in optimizing the vision.
Council had no questions regarding the Valley County Waterways Management Plan.
Council Member Nelson moved to approve Resolution 23-06 adopting the Valley County
Waterways Management Plan as a planning document for the City of McCall to address its
respective jurisdiction and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents. Council
Member Thrower seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Nelson, Council
Member Thrower, Mayor Giles, and Council Member Maciaszek all voted aye, and the
motion carried.
AB 23-055 Request to Award Construction Contracts for the 2023 Davis Ave. Reconstruction
and Bid Alternates
Public Works Director Nathan Stewart presented to Council. During January and February 2023,
the City, with the assistance of Horrocks Engineers, conducted formal bidding for the 2023 Davis
Ave. Reconstruction and Bid Alternates roadway and water main project. Specifically, the project
was divided into multiple bid components:
Base Bid - Davis Ave (between Thompson and Ready): CRABS reconstruction of the
roadway w/bike lanes added, and water main and water services replacement.
Bid Alt. 1 – Thompson Ave (between Alpine and Davis): Full section roadway
reconstruction w/bike lanes added, stormwater swales/culverts, and water service
replacement.
Bid Alt 2 – Spring Mountain Boulevard (between Penstemen Place and Majestic View
Drive): CRABS reconstruction of the roadway and new stormwater swales/culverts.
Bid Alt 3 – Cost impacts of substituting 4-12” HDPE water main for the 4-12” PVC water
main components of the base bid.
Bid Alt 4 – Conduit and junction box installation for the City’s RAPID fiber facilities.
Mayor Giles asked Director Stewart about the recommendation to reject all bids for alternate four
(4). Director Stewart noted that the bids for Bid Alternate Four (4) came in higher than expected.
Council Member Nelson asked about the plans for finishing Davis Ave. Director Stewart explained
the funding and the plans for future projects that need to be done before the Local Option Tax
Ordinance renewal.
Council Member Thrower moved to award the base bid, Bid Alt. 1, and Bid Alt 3 of the 2023
Davis Ave Reconstruction to Das-Co of Idaho in the amount of $3,335,566.00; authorize the
Mayor to sign all necessary documents, and authorize staff to manage change orders up to
10% of the contract price. Council Member Maciaszek seconded the motion. In a roll call
vote Council Member Thrower, Council Member Maciaszek, Mayor Giles, and Council
Member Nelson all voted aye, and the motion carried.
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Council Member Thrower moved to award Bid Alt. 2 of the 2023 Davis Ave Reconstruction
to Granite Excavation, Inc. in the amount of $572,953.95; authorize the Mayor to sign all
necessary documents and authorize staff to manage change orders up to 10% of the contract
price. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member
Thrower, Council Member Nelson, Mayor Giles, and Council Member Maciaszek all voted
aye, and the motion carried.
Council Member Maciaszek moved to reject all bids received for bid alternate four (4).
Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Maciaszek,
Council Member Nelson, Mayor Giles, and Council Member Thrower all voted aye, and the
motion carried.
AB 23-056 Request to Approve a Recreational Pathway, Snow Storage, Landscaping and
Public Utilities Easement Agreement with LN Real Estate (400 Deinhard Lane)
Public Works Director Nathan Stewart presented to Council. The City of McCall and the Idaho
Transportation Department (ITD) are preparing for the reconstruction of Deinhard Lane (from
Samson Trail to SH-55) and the construction of a North-East turn lane on SH-55 at the
Deinhard/SH-55 intersection. The new turn lane on SH-55 will require the relocation of the
existing city-owned/maintained separated pathway (east of the highway) located within the
property of 400 Deinhard Lane (Builders First Source, owned by LN Real Estate). To ensure that
the City can continue to own and maintain this pathway once it is reconstructed, a new easement
agreement is needed, since the pathway will be moved approximately five (5) feet further east
within LN Real Estate’s property. An additional easement is also needed along the Deinhard Lane
property frontage to accommodate an extended sidewalk that will link the intersection with the
driveway entrance to Builders First Source. The agreement has been reviewed and approved by
both the City’s and LN Real Estate’s legal counsels.
Council had no questions regarding the easement agreement with LN Real Estate.
Council Member Nelson moved to approve the easement agreement between the City of
McCall and LN Real Estate at 400 Deinhard Lane and authorize the Mayor to sign all
necessary documents. Council Member Maciaszek seconded the motion. In a roll call vote
Council Member Nelson, Council Member Maciaszek, Mayor Giles, and Council Member
Thrower all voted aye, and the motion carried.
AB 23-050 Request approval of Federal Aviation Administration Grant Application and
Sponsor Certifications for Signature for the reconstruction of Taxiway E at McCall
Municipal Airport
Kevin Bissell of TO Engineering presented to Council. Taxiway E at McCall Municipal Airport is
experiencing severe cracking, loose aggregates, oxidation, ponding, and settling due to frost heave.
A full-depth reconstruction is necessary to correct these conditions. The Pavement Condition Index
prepared for the ITD Division of Aeronautics in 2020 lists Taxiway E in serious condition with a
PCI rating of 21 and recommended full-depth reconstruction. Project plans and specifications for
rehabilitation were completed and bid on in 2022 as part of a larger project. Taxiway E was not
awarded due to budgetary constraints. This grant will provide funding to update the bid documents
and advertise for bids through a public bidding process. After bid opening and analysis, the work
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will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder. Bidding is anticipated to occur in March 2023 with
construction following in the summer of 2023.
Council had no questions regarding the Federal Aviation Administration grant application.
Council Member Thrower moved to approve Federal Aviation Administration Grant
Application for the reconstruction of Taxiway E AIP 3-16-0023-034-2023 and authorize the
mayor to sign all necessary documents. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. In a
roll call vote Council Member Thrower, Council Member Nelson, Mayor Giles, and Council
Member Maciaszek all voted aye, and the motion carried.
AB 23-047 Request to appoint Dallas Young and Matt Stebbins to the McCall Public Art
Advisory Committee
Economic Development Planner Delta James presented to Council. The mission of the McCall
Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) is to make recommendations to City Council regarding
public art projects and policies within the City of McCall. The Public Art Advisory Committee
was formed in 2012 (Resolution 12-13), consisting of five members appointed by City Council. In
2019, City Council expanded the committee size from five (5) to seven (7) members. Members
are appointed to three-year terms and are allowed to serve two consecutive terms. Dallas Young
was appointed to the committee in December 2019 and has completed one three-year term. Dallas
Young is requesting to be appointed to the committee for a second three-year term. Additionally,
current committee member Cynthia Dittmer has submitted her resignation from the committee
beginning May 2023. A request for committee applicants was advertised via local newspapers and
social media for several weeks. Two letters of interest were received from Matt Stebbins and Kerri
Stebbins. At its February 27, 2022, regularly scheduled meeting, the Public Art Advisory
Committee reviewed the received letters of interest and recommended to City Council that Dallas
Young be appointed to a second three-year term expiring December 2025 and that Matt Stebbins
be appointed to complete Cynthia Dittmer’s term of service, expiring January 2024.
Council had no questions regarding the appointment of members to the McCall Public Art
Advisory Committee.
Council Member Nelson moved to appoint Dallas Young to a second term on the Public Art
Advisory Committee expiring December 2025 and Matt Stebbins to the Public Art Advisory
Committee for a term of service expiring January 2024. Council Member Maciaszek
seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Nelson, Council Member
Maciaszek, Mayor Giles, and Council Member Thrower all voted aye, and the motion
carried.
AB 23-045 Request to approve submittal of a McCall Rotary Club Grant application to
support youth recreation scholarships
Economic Development Planner Delta James presented to Council. The City of McCall Parks and
Recreation Department is seeking approval to submit a grant application to the McCall Rotary
Club in the amount of $1000 to support scholarships for youth needing financial assistance to
participate in City of McCall recreation programs such as mountain biking, soccer,
softball/baseball, skiing, snowshoeing, and more. Although the costs for some of these programs
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are more than others, the requested grant funds will likely provide 25-30 full youth scholarships
in 2023.
Council had no questions regarding the submittal of a McCall Rotary Club Grant.
Council Member Maciaszek moved to approve submittal of a McCall Rotary Club grant
application for youth recreation scholarships and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary
documents. Council Member Nelson seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council Member
Maciaszek, Council Member Nelson, Mayor Giles, and Council Member Thrower all voted
aye, and the motion carried.
AB 23-046 Request to approve submittal of a Capital Matrix grant application to support
local housing
Economic Development Planner Delta James presented to Council. The Capital Matrix, an Idaho
nonprofit organization with the primary business purpose of providing small business loans, has
set aside a portion of its earnings to “support economic development, job creation and retention,
and community wealth expansion” by providing grants to Idaho nonprofits and government
agencies. $75,000 is available to be awarded state-wide in the 2023 funding round. Completion of
the “Toaster” local housing project will occur in 2023 and may be of funding interest to Capital
Matrix. The total cost for the “Toaster” Phase II improvements is estimated to be $90,177. A
Capital Matrix grant request of $15,000 is recommended and, if funded, would target energy
efficiency upgrades to the base budget in appliances and/or materials.
Council had no questions regarding the submittal of a Capital Matrix grant application.
Council Member Maciaszek moved to approve submittal of a Capital Matrix grant
application to support local housing and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary
documents. Council Member Thrower seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council
Member Maciaszek, Council Member Thrower, Mayor Giles, and Council Member Nelson
all voted aye, and the motion carried.
AB 23-049 Request to approve submittal of a Federal Transit Administration Grant via
Idaho Transportation Department for improvements to the civic campus parking lot
Economic Development Planner Delta James presented to Council. The U.S. Department of
Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced the availability of funding
from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (aka “Bipartisan Infrastructure Law”) through its
Grants for Busses and Bus Facilities Program. These nationally competitive grants can support the
construction of bus-related facilities. The City of McCall is not eligible to directly apply for these
funds but can submit projects via the Idaho Transportation Department’s Public Transportation
Office to be bundled with other rural Idaho projects in a larger state-level multi-project grant
request. The City of McCall’s project proposes to make improvements to the public parking area
behind City Hall and the McCall Transit Center that will encourage multi-modal transportation
options for residents and visitors in partnership with the local bus system. The project will tie into
the recent site improvements at the Senior/Community Center and the parking area scheduled for
construction as part of the Library Expansion Project and include paving, striping, landscaped
islands, lighting, the conduit for future EV charging stations, covered bicycle parking, “Park and
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Ride” wayfinding, and ADA compliant sidewalk and crossings to/from the Senior Center, Central
District Health, McCall Transit Center, and City Hall. Both Treasure Valley Transit and Central
District Health have been consulted during project design and have expressed support for the
project. The total project cost is estimated at $1,569,711, which includes the final engineering
design and construction.
Council Member Thrower noted the written public comment received about the City not having
EV charging stations. Planner James noted the grant funding would not allow for the purchasing
of the charging stations but does allow for the conduit to be put in for future use with EV charging
stations.
Council Member Nelson moved to approve submittal of a Federal Transit Administration
Bus Facilities Grant application through the Idaho Transportation Department authorize
the Mayor to sign all necessary documents. Council Member Maciaszek seconded the
motion. In a roll call vote Council Member Nelson, Council Member Maciaszek, Mayor
Giles, and Council Member Thrower all voted aye, and the motion carried.
AB 23-057 Direction to staff regarding comment letters to federal agencies on projects
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City Manager Anette Spickard presented to Council. At the February 232023, regular meeting,
Council determined it would like to discuss the issue of providing comment letters to federal
agencies on projects. Most recently Council has received several public comments requesting the
city to submit a comment on the “Horse Heaven Exploration Project” in the Boise National Forest
near the Stibnite area. According to the Forest Service, “this project is limited in scope to the
exploration of potential minerals within existing roads on Golden Gate Hill. The proponent would
be required to submit a new plan of operation if they wish to pursue the development of a mining
operation. At that time the forest service would undertake a separate environment analysis and
public engagement period.” The deadline to comment on this project is April 3, 2023. Information
about this project can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=62304 Considerations
for Council to weigh related to developing and submitting comments for this and future other
projects are:
What is the project, where is it located, and are there implications for the city?
What stage of the federal process is the project in and is it the right time for comments?
Will the city’s “standing” with the federal agency be affected if we do not comment?
Does the city have the staff time and resources to review the project documents and prepare
the comments within the given timeframe; and can the review of the letter be scheduled
with Council within the timeframe?
Council Member Thrower expressed the importance of the City maintaining its standing on
environmental projects. Mayor Giles noted the staff time and resources needed to comment on
every exploration or mine project mentioned by a community member. Council Member Nelson
expressed that one request to the City does not represent the entire community. Council Member
Thrower and Council Member Nelson noted the need to know if a project has an impact on the
City.
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Upcoming Meetings Schedule Discussion
Council discussed upcoming meetings including dates for high school presentations. Council
Member Maciaszek noted being on call for jury duty. Monday April 17th for the first time slot and
Tuesday April 18th for the afternoon time slot.
ADJOURNMENT
Without further business, Mayor Giles adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m.
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