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McCall City Council
Regular Meeting
McCall City Hall — Legion Hall
VIA TEAMS Virtual
February 22, 2024
Ca11 to Order and Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approve the Agenda
Consent Agenda
Public Comment
Public Hearing
Business Agenda
Executive Session
Return to Open Session
Adjournment
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
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Mayor Giles called the regular meeting of the McCall City Council to order at 5:30 p.m.
Mayor Giles, Council Member Maciaszek, Council Member Nelson, Council Member
Nielsen, and Council Member Thrower all answered roll call.
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; Brian Parker, City Planner; Chris Curtin,
Information Systems Manager: Nathan Stewart, Public Works Director; Sean Reilly, Network
Administrator.
Also, in attendance were Nate Weisenburger, Engineering Project Manager with AE2S; Sean
Costello, Skinner Fawcett Bond Counsel; Greg Loscher, Bowen Collins; Michael Keith, Financial
Advisor with Zion's Bank.
Mayor Giles led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVE THE AGENDA
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Council Member Nelson moved to approve the agenda as submitted. Council Member
Nielsen seconded the motion. In a voice vote all members voted aye, and the motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
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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. The items listed are considered routine by the Council and were
enacted with one motion.
1. City Council Special Meeting Minutes — January 26, 2024
2. City Council Special Meeting Minutes - February 1, 2024
3. Payroll Report for the period ending January 5, 2024
4. Warrant Register — GL
5. Warrant Register — Vendor
6. AB 24-043 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.
7. AB 24-051 Treasurer's Report as Required by IC 50-208
Treasurer's report of accounts and activity of office during the month of January 2024
regarding care, management or disposition of moneys, property or business of the City.
Action: Review the Report.
8. AB 24-042 Request to Proclaim March 2, 2024 as National Education Association's
Read Across America Day
Every year, the month of March is National Reading Month. The start of this is initiated
with 'Read Across America Day' on March 2, which is also the birthday of one of the most
beloved children's book authors of all time — Dr. Seuss. Reading stories and antics about
his wonderful characters is a rite of passage, and the perfect way to get children interested
in reading books. Read Across America Day is more so a reading program, which calls
upon everyone to read and engage with children to make reading a more fun and interactive
experience. From the time when the building blocks of our character are laid, to adulthood
when we seek to escape from the humdrum of daily life in the pages of a book, reading
plays an integral role in shaping us into who we are. With the advent of smartphones and
tablets, it is more essential than ever to motivate children to read. The National Education
Association (NEA) has been leading the Read Across America initiative since 1998.
Action: Proclaim March 2, 2024 as Read Across America Day in McCall and authorize
the Mayor to sign the proclamation.
9. AB 24-050 Request to Proclaim March 4, 2024 as Celebration of Idaho Day in the
City of McCall
Idaho Day is always celebrated on 4th March. It is not a public holiday. Idaho Day was
created by the 2014 Idaho Legislature with the purpose of encouraging the people of Idaho
to "celebrate the rich history, cultural diversity, unique beauty, and boundless resources of
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the State of Idaho, and thereby gain a renewed sense of courage and confidence for the
future." 2015 was the first ever Idaho Day. The 4th of March was chosen as Idaho Day to
commemorate the creation of Idaho by President Abraham Lincoln on that day in 1863.
Idaho gained its statehood on 3 July 1890, becoming the 43rd state. Idaho Day inspires
many Idahoans across the Gem State to celebrate Idaho and its history, along with all that
is special about their own community or part of the State. Idaho Day is an opportunity to
showcase the Gem State's treasured past, thriving present, and unlimited future.
Spearheaded by the Idaho Historical Society, Idaho Day is enjoyed throughout the state by
schools and universities, state agencies, and other organizations. The City of McCall
Librarians are hosting a field trip for the 4th grade Idaho History students and teachers on
March 1st in celebration of Idaho Day. Students will learn about the Idaho room and join
in some historical activities such as exploring ancient newspapers and cutting wood with a
crosscut saw. Action: Proclaim March 4, 2024 as the celebration of Idaho Day in the City
of McCall and authorize the Mayor to sign the proclamation.
10. AB 24-044 Request to Approve the Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and
Decision Document for the Appeal of AA -23-12 for the use of waterskis as a roofmg
material on the building located at 200 East Lenora Street
During the regularly scheduled January 11, 2024 meeting, the McCall City Council voted
to uphold the decision of the McCall Area Planning & Zoning Commission to uphold the
Administrator's denial of a Design Review application to utilize waterskis as a roofing
material on the structure located at 200 East Lenora Street. The attached Findings of Fact,
Conclusions of Law, and Decision Document are reflective of that decision. Action:
Approve the Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Decision Document for AA -23-12
and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents.
Council Member Nelson moved to approve the Consent Agenda as submitted 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,
Council Member Nielsen, and Council Member Thrower all voted aye, and the motion
carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
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Mayor Giles called for public comment at 5:32 p.m.
Four written comments received are included as Attachment 1.
Rudy Anderson, 703 Brown Dr.
Mr. Anderson commented on the Star News article regarding the short-term rental lawsuit against
the City. Mr. Anderson noted living in a neighborhood with short term rentals and expressed
concern regarding the neighborhood character and safety if short-term rental regulations are not
kept in place.
Hearing no further comments, Mayor Giles closed the comment period at 5:38 p.m.
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PUBLIC HEARING
AB 24-046 Request to Open and then Continue the Public Hearing for PUD-23-01 — Idaho
& Ward Apartments Preliminary Planned Unit Development Plan for Michael
Hormaechea to March 7, 2024
Council Member Maciaszek moved to Open the Public Hearing. Council Member Nielsen
seconded the motion. In a voice vote, all voted aye, and the motion carried.
City Planner Brian Parker presented to the City Council. An Application for a Planned Unit
Development, Design Review, Scenic Route Review and Development Agreement to develop 4.38
acres of land into multifamily residential apartments (125 units, 4 buildings) with a mixture of
one-, two-, and three -bedroom units. The proposal includes 185 vehicle parking stalls and 40
bicycle parking spaces as well as landscape screening between the project and adjacent properties.
The Planned Unit Development is to pursue code alleviations relating to building footprint
maximum under single ownership and clarify local housing requirements, as well as allow for a
maximum building height of 46 feet. Staff will continue to work with the applicant to ensure that
outstanding engineering items have been resolved prior to asking the McCall City Council to
render a decision on the subject application. As such, staff and the applicant requested that the
hearing be continued to the March 7, 2024 McCall City Council meeting.
Council Member Maciaszek moved to continue the public hearing for PUD-23-01 Idaho and
Ward Apartments Preliminary Planned Unit Development for Michael Hormaechea to the
date certain of March 7, 2024. Council Member Nielsen seconded the motion. In a roll call
vote Council Member Maciaszek, Council Member Nielsen, Mayor Giles, Council Member
Nelson, and Council Member Thrower all voted aye, and the motion carried.
BUSINESS AGENDA
AB 24-049 Request for Ordinance Adoption Calling for A Revenue Bond Election on May
21, 2024 to Finance Water System Expansion Improvements and Approval of Bond
Counsel Engagement letter from Skinner Fawcett LLP
Public Works Director Nathan Stewart presented to the City Council. At the January 29, 2024
work session, the City Council directed staff to draft bond election ordinance documents for the
City Council's consideration of adoption. The draft election ordinance includes a bond size (or
amount) not to exceed $16,500,000 which is the estimated value needed to complete the proposed
project, valued at $15.1M, while also maintaining sufficient funds to implement the current 5 -10 -
year Capital Improvement Plan of the Water System Master Plan. A repayment term of 20 years
for the bond issue is also in the draft ordinance.
Council Member Nielsen referenced a public comment when asking about why the improvements
are needed and why the improvements need to happen now. Director Stewart explained that the
community is growing, and the improvements are planned and stipulated in the Water Master Plan.
It is important to have a robust system that can handle future growth and meet regulations. The
bond would finance the improvements over 20 years as opposed to the alternative of increasing
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water rates significantly. The timeline to complete the improvements is 4-6 years and at 6 years if
the improvements are not done, there may be a need to restrict water use to stay in compliance
with regulations. Additionally, improvements being called for are the most cost effective available
with the current technology and design of the water treatment plant. The proposed water tank
location and design can help buffer summer demands as opposed to building out even more filters
at the water treatment plan at additional costs.
Mayor Giles asked for Communications Manager Erin Greaves to address the City Council
regarding public outreach. Manager Greaves noted that public comments are helpful in formulating
the City's frequently asked questions and transparency to ensure the public can make an informed
decision. Council Member Nelson noted the importance of educating the public on the Department
of Environmental Quality requirements.
Council Member Nielsen moved to suspend the rules and read by title only, one-time only
Ordinance 1023. Council Member Thrower seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council
Member Nielsen, Council Member Thrower, Mayor Giles, Council Member Nelson, and
Council Member Maciaszek all voted aye, and the motion carried.
City Clerk BessieJo Wagner read Ordinance 1023 by title only, one time only:
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE WATER SYSTEM OF THE CITY OF MCCALL, VALLEY
COUNTY IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR AND CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION AT WHICH
THERE SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE ELECTORS QUALIFIED TO VOTE THEREON THE
QUESTION OF ISSUING THE CITY'S WATER REVENUE BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF
FINANCING, IN PART, THE COSTS OF RENOVATION, IMPROVEMENT, UPGRADING AND
BETTERMENT OF THE CITY'S WATER SYSTEM; PROVIDING DETAILS IN CONNECTION
THEREWITH AND OF THE ELECTION ON THE QUESTION; AND PROVIDING THE
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Clerk Wagner asked City Attorney Bill Nichols for clarification on the appropriate motion the City
Council needs to make to adopt the Ordinance. Attorney Nichols referred to Sean Costello, bond
counsel with Skinner Fawcett. Mr. Costello noted that the only substantive or material item that is
missing is the total indebtedness of the City which is a requirement from a newer state statute and
there is no statutory definition for total existing indebtedness. A definition specific to the City of
McCall based on financial audit statements is being developed. Additionally, Mr. Costello noted
that the critical section of the Ordinance is section 11 which lays out the form of the official ballot
and approves the substantially final form of the ballot. Michael Kieth, Financial Advisor with
Zions Bank, noted that it is not uncommon to approve the ballot language and then blanks are
filled in once the complete financial data has been verified by city staff. Attorney Nichols advised
the City Council to add "authorize staff to furnish to bond counsel the information needed for
section 11 of the ordinance before submittal to the county".
Council Member Nielsen asked if the missing number is all of the City's debt. Mr. Keith confirmed
and reviewed what type of items are included in City debt.
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Council Member Thrower moved to adopt Ordinance 1023 calling for a Revenue Bond
Election on May 21, 2024 to provide financing for proposed Water System Expansion
Improvements, approve the summary for publication, the engagement letter with Skinner
Fawcett, and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents and authorize staff to
furnish to bond counsel the information needed for section 11 of the ordinance before
submittal to the County. Council Member Maciaszek seconded the motion. In a roll call vote
Council Member Thrower, Council Member Maciaszek, Mayor Giles, Council Member
Nelson, and Council Member Nielsen all voted aye, and the motion carried.
AB 24-045 Request to consider Staff/Engineer Recommendation for Award of Construction
Contract - 2024 Davis Ave. Reconstruction Phase 2
Public Works Director Nathan Stewart presented to the City Council. During January and February,
the City, with the assistance of Horrocks Engineers, conducted formal bidding for the 2024 Davis
Ave. Reconstruction Phase 2 roadway and water main project. The project was divided into
multiple bid components:
• Base Bid - Davis Ave (between Ready and Lick Creek): CRABS reconstruction of the
roadway w/bike lanes added, and water main and water services replacement.
• Bid Alt. 1 — Davis Beach Parking Lot (comer of Davis/Lick Creek): parking lot
formalization, paving, stormwater management.
• Bid Alt 2 — Davis Ave Separated Pathway (between Fairway Drive and Lick Creek Road):
8-10' wide paved multimodal pathway connecting Davis Beach parking lot to Fairway Park
• Bid Alt 3 — Cost impacts of substituting 8"-20" HDPE for the proposed 6-16" PVC water
main components of the base bid
• Bid Alt 4 — Cost impacts of substituting 20" HDPE for the proposed 16" PVC raw water
main components of the base bid
The bid opening occurred on February 15th and the City received one bid. The project team met
with Blue Sky Construction to negotiate options to lower the submitted bid's unit values, as well
as confirming with Idaho Transportation Department that rejecting all bids and rebidding, for
construction in 2025, will not jeopardize grant funding for the project. Director Stewart noted that
staff recommends rejecting the bid and directing staff to rebid the project.
The City Council had no questions regarding AB 24-045 Request to consider Staff/Engineer
Recommendation for Award of Construction Contract - 2024 Davis Ave. Reconstruction Phase 2.
Council Member Maciaszek moved to reject all bids and authorize staff to rebid the project
in Fall 2024. Council Member Nielsen seconded the motion. In a roll call vote Council
Member Maciaszek, Council Member Nielsen, Mayor Giles, Council Member Nelson, and
Council Member Thrower all voted aye, and the motion carried.
AB 24-048 Request to amend the deadline for the submittal of briefs relating to the appeal
of McCall Area Planning & Zoning Commission Decision to Deny FPDP-23-01 a
Floodplain Development Permit at 221 Morgan Drive to March 1, 2024
City Planner Brian Parker presented to the City Council. During the regularly scheduled February
8, 2024 City Council meeting, the City Council conducted a public hearing and voted to continue
the appeal of FPDP-23-01 to the April 4, 2024 meeting with the expectation that briefs discussing
the questions left to be determined during the February 8, 2024 meeting be exchanged no later than
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February 29, 2024. Staff and the City Attorney's office would prefer the deadline to be March 1,
2024. The updated timeline has been presented to the applicant's representative with a response of
no objection to the modification.
The City Council had no questions regarding AB 24-048 request to amend the deadline for the
submittal of briefs relating to the appeal of McCall Area Planning & Zoning Commission Decision
to Deny FPDP-23-01 a Floodplain Development Permit at 221 Morgan Drive to March 1, 2024.
Council Member Nelson moved to Modify the deadline for the initial set of legal briefs
regarding the appeal of McCall Area Planning & Zoning Commission Decision to Deny
FPDP-23-01 to be provided to City Staff and the applicant's representative from February
29, 2024 to March 1, 2024. Council Member Thrower seconded the motion. In a roll call vote
Council Member Nelson, Council Member Thrower, Mayor Giles, Council Member
Maciaszek, and Council Member Nielsen all voted aye, and the motion carried.
AB 24-047 Request to approve submittal of an Idaho Commission for Libraries Grant to
support a summer intern for the McCall Public Library
Economic Development Planner Delta James presented to the City Council. In an effort to "build
the capacity of a diverse, skilled workforce for the library community," the Idaho Commission for
Libraries (ICfL) provides grants of $1,500 to public libraries to support an intern for the summer
of 2024. The McCall Public Library would like to submit an application to this grant program to
provide funding to hire one 2024 summer intern, 16 to 26 years of age. Applicants will be recruited
via the Heartland Alternative High School, McCall -Donnelly High School, the West Central
Mountains Economic Development Council and BSU's Community Impact Program. The ideal
candidate will be bilingual in Spanish/English in order to help the Library target outreach to
Spanish speaking families. The selected intern will provide assistance to the Library's Summer
Reading Program, help develop and install StoryWalk exhibits, and conduct outreach with the
Library's mobile Book Bike. If the grant is awarded, the internship will begin June 12, 2024 and
conclude August 9, 2024. Planner James noted that the Library has typically applied for the grant
annually and has been successful in the past.
The City Council had no questions regarding AB 24-047 Request to approve submittal of an Idaho
Commission for Libraries Grant to support a summer intern for the McCall Public Library.
Council Member Thrower moved to approve submittal of an Idaho Commission for
Libraries Grant application for a Library summer intern 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, Council Member
Maciaszek, Council Member Nielsen all voted aye, and the motion carried.
Upcoming Meetings Schedule Discussion
The City Council discussed upcoming meetings.
The City Council took a break from 6:18 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
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At 6:30 p.m. Council Member Thrower moved to go into Executive Session for:
• Litigation - Pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206 (1) (f) To communicate with legal
counsel for the public agency to discuss the legal ramifications of and legal options for
pending litigation, or controversies not yet being litigated but imminently likely to be
litigated. The mere presence of legal counsel at an executive session does not satisfy
this requirement.
• Records - Pursuant to Idaho Code §74-206 (1) (d) To consider records that are
exempt from disclosure as provided in chapter 1, title 74, Idaho Code
Council Member Nielsen seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, Council Member Thrower,
Council Member Nielsen, Mayor Giles, Council Member Maciaszek, and Council Member
Nelson all voted aye, and the motion carried.
Council discussed an active litigation case with their attorney.
RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
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At 7:23 p.m. Council Member Maciaszek moved to return to Open Session. Council Member
Nielsen seconded the motion. In a voice vote, all members voted aye, and the motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
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Without further business Mayor Giles adjourned the meeting at 7:25 p.m.
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February 22, 2024 Regular Meeting - General Comment
Name Address Email Content
Robert Vance 1001 N 15TH ST BOISE ID 83702 bncvance@outlook.com The street
address in Boise is also my mailing address. I also visit McCall periodically and my residence
here is at 1204 Boydstun Lane. My comment is on the golf course trails. My wife and I like to
take our two dogs there during the winter when Bear Basin is not available. It is very nice that
the golf course is available for exercise. My observation is that visitors with dogs that are off
leash, have ones that are used to trails, are well -controlled and owners clean up after them. I
rarely have seen a case where they have not. I think any problem is due to local condo or home
owners around the golf course letting their animals out unattended. It is likely that short term
renters near the course also do the same thing. I do not understand why trail users with well
behaved pets have to keep them leashed. Dogs do very well in an unleashed environment at Bear
Basin and in the Boise foothills. In McCall, there is usually enough of a snow bank beside the
trails that the dogs stay on the trail with their owners.
Stacy Bowers 104 Mather Rd McCall Idaho 83638 stacylbowers@gmail.com February 20,
2024 Respected McCall City Council Members- After reading a recent article in BoiseDev;
`Borrowed Time: et al' by Autumn Robertson, published Jan 31st, regarding the City of McCall's
plan to call for a vote on a special bond for water system improvements, I was behooved to
further action by the direct tone from the City of McCall regarding the bond. The approach of...
"The bond election is helping them to decide whether or not they want to see a 100% increase
over three years on current customers, or if they want to spread that cost and reduce it over a
longer period and to affect future ratepayers," she said. "So it's really important that they
understand that the bond would reduce their costs and when they mark 'yes' for the bond, they'll
be voting yes to reduce costs. Not to not do the project, the project will get done, whether it's
paid for with cash or with the bond." ...seemed overly zealous and rather presumptive. Where
has there been any information shown as to what the actual problem/problems are? Why do we
need this now? Why is it either vote yes or your rates go up 100%? Where is the middle ground?
Where are the options? Is there federal or state funding available to be contributed to
improvements? Why does the onus always immediately go to the local taxpayers? "The city
could also issue a bond through judicial confirmation, where instead of seeking voter approval
for the bond, a judge would approve the bond instead. For this to happen, a judge would have to
agree that the upgrades are absolutely necessary. McCall Public Works Director Nathan Stewart
says judicial confirmation can be costly, time-consuming, and risky. It could take several months
to get a hearing, carry significant legal costs, and only a portion or none of the project could be
approved." Indeed....what about this? What if the voters don't want 100% increase in bills or
increased taxes to pay for the bond and rather have a Judge determine if it's absolutely necessary.
What if it's determined it's not absolutely necessary? We taxpayers would be saving ourselves a
whole lot of money. Speaking of the cost of the project, after reading through the City Council
packet, even though it's being pitched at $16.5 million, the actual cost is upwards of $24 million
with interest. There are no specific numbers or costs input into the document so taxpayers can
see just how much their taxes will go up. It appears this is all a foregone conclusion without any
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input from the citizens who will be paying for it? I surely hope the City of McCall hasn't been
that shortsighted. As a resident taxpayer, I'd hope to have more information to make an educated,
informed decision. Why do we need this? Why do we need this right now? Are there any other
options for repair/improvements to the system? If indeed it is necessary, what are the options to
pay for it? Are there additional funds available from other sources besides tax payers to help
offset costs? It seems like it would be very shortsighted indeed to say 'this is what we're doing
and you're going to pay for it one way or another,' without further education and the opportunity
for the citizens to engage, respond and have some sort of general consensus of what's best for the
community moving forward. Please consider carefully if this has been handled and put forth to
the public appropriately and transparently, and if it's really the right move right now to put this
ultimatum to voters. Thank you for your service, time, consideration, and contributions to our
community. Stacy L. Bowers
Kent Doss 985 Sylvan creek mccall ID 83638 rkldoss@gmail.com Could the Council
provide an update of detail relative to its outside search for a new City Manager . I believe it
would be prudent to cast a recruiting net wide and far to select a seasoned City Manager who has
success in People management , Town Parking issues, and Affordable housing solution. For this
reason we need someone outside McCall that is a visionary .
Joey(Joseph E.) Pietri 225 Valley Springs Rd. McCall Idaho 83638
joey@legendcrossfit.com Esteemed Council Members and City Staff, For about 3
years my friend David Gallipoli and I have been all but begging. We actually have been begging
for the County and City to impose a Moratorium to see what this current trend in approving all
big housing projects and their effects will have, which none the proposed projects are affordable
for those people that are in need of housing.. All have been to line the pockets of those in Greed.
Same holds true with the Lake decisions that always favor big money people. Those who can
afford expensive watercraft, while neglecting the absolute necessity of protecting water quality,
erosion and the overall mental and physical well being, peace and quiet of the greater population
at large, fish and wildlife as well. Officials must be much kinder to those without the means to
hire high priced attorney's that bully us with legal rationales that may or may not actually be law
or based on real or objective facts. David probably provided the Chaffee County Moratorium that
should be considered for adoption by Valley County and the City of McCall. There has been no
real reason to allow any new projects other than the pressure of developers and their Attorney's.
Much of City business is dealing with the demands of the rich and greedy when calling for a
simple pause to find answers to the best ways possible in moving to solve the issues we now
faced with. Water, land use, housing, wildlife, green space and the environment that brought us
here to these ancestral lands of the NiMiiPuu who had been forcibly driven out to be confined on
a reservation that is continually getting smaller. Except for when the Land Back movement gains
some Traction on occasion. I urge you to table any request for further developments till all
questions are answered and backed by science and public approval. Thank you for your
consideration and the future is delicately resting in you decisions and recommendations. The
Public has voted you in to represent us not just the wealthy fortunate that can afford to invest so
they can have more for themselves. No matter how they paint their picture it really is just about
them and their desire for more un-needed wealth. Thank you so very much.
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