HomeMy Public PortalAboutMinutes_City Council Regular Meeting_02212023 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
IONA CITY HALL
FEBRUARY 21,2023—7:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Mayor Dan Gubler, Council President Rob Geray, Council Member Michael
Thompson, Council Member Peter Wadsworth, Council Member Evan Mann, Public Works
Director Zech Prouse and City Clerk/Treasurer Keri West.
ABSENT: City Attorney Andrew Rawlings.
VISITORS: Kathryn Fetzer,Nick McNeil, George Swanson and Vince Greco.
Mayor Gubler welcomed everyone and 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 January
17, 2023 were reviewed. Council reviewed the finance reports for the period ending January 31,
2023 (34% of the fiscal year elapsed). The City had $2,937,661.54 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 Thompson seconded the motion. All in favor.
Motion carried.
ITEMS OF BUSINESS:
Discussion of City Events and Budget, Rylea Farrens — City Events Coordinator, Rylea
Farrens stated last year the City raised $22,910 from 40 sponsors and spent $24,195 total,
including funds from the general fund. She continued and stated this year she has contacted 120
sponsors and has only raised $18,100 thus far. She continued and stated she expects to need
approximately $22,600 to complete all City events for the year. Coordinator Farrens explained
she is seeking an additional $5,000 from the City Council, beyond the traditional $5,000 that is
budgeted out of the General Fund to purchase long-term items the City needs to run the events
efficiently and safely. Council President Geray asked if the City has considered accepting
donations at Iona Day. Coordinator Farrens stated she would be willing to do a donation box if
that is what the Council wants, but doesn't think it would be beneficial. Council Member
Wadsworth suggested possibly selling tickets for games. Council Member Mann suggested doing
a fundraiser during the event to sell candy, popcorn, drinks, etc. Council Member Wadsworth
stated that would compete with the food vendors. Council Member Thompson suggested
increasing the vendor fee for the food vendors to offset the costs. Council President Geray
expressed the importance of using the taxpayer's money wisely and City events are a visual
representation and type of service they are receiving with their tax dollars. Clerk West agreed
and also stated she has been told numerous times during past Iona Days how grateful the
residents are to have a free day with their family without the need to pay for the games and
entertainment. Council President Geray agreed. He continued and stated he would trust Mayor
Gubler and Director Prouse to work on a list with Coordinator Farrens to determine the list of
equipment that can be purchased and used for this and future years. Clerk West suggested having
Coordinator Farrens draft a list of equipment needs with costs and email it to the Mayor and
Council for review. All agreed.
IONA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING—FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Discussion of Bonneville County Area of Impact Agreement — Mayor Gubler stated this was
discussed during the Work Meeting preceding this meeting. Council Member Mann did state he
has spoken with Representative Josh Wheeler to start the discussion with City of Ammon Mayor,
Sean Coletti about the Iona Cemetery. He continued and stated he is planning on calling Mayor
Coletti directly this weekend.
General Fiber Project Discussion — Director Prouse stated Direct Communications has begun
working and has their power cabinet installed on the corner of 55th East and Free Avenue. He
then stated Fybercom is working down the road heading East. Clerk West stated she has read
through the contract to determine when to pay Direct Communications and the contract states "at
the beginning of the project". She continued and asked the Council when they would like her to
pay it. Mayor Gubler suggested waiting until they request it. Council President Geray stated he
believes the official start date of the project is May 1, 2023. Mayor Gubler stated he will reach
out to them and determine when they expect the full payment.
SUGGESTED AGENDA ITEMS: Mayor Gubler asked if anyone in the audience has any
future agenda items they would like to suggest.
Council Member Thompson continued with a discussion that began in the Work Meeting
regarding Green Valley residents wanting to be annexed into the City. Mayor Gubler suggested
they start a petition that is signed by over 50% of the neighborhood. Council President Geray
stated he is not sure on those requirements, but he suggested adding an agenda item to next
month's meeting as "Discussion of Potential/Prospect of Annexations". Mayor Gubler suggested
sending letters out to those residents and inviting them to a meeting to discuss a potential
annexation to get their feedback. Council President Geray suggested a discussion at the next
Council Meeting with Attorney Rawlings present before anything is done.
Council Member Wadsworth stated the City Code requires all trash pick up to take place on
Tuesdays and one of the companies has been continually picking up on Wednesdays. Mayor
Gubler stated that is allowed on holiday weeks. He then instructed Clerk West to send a letter to
all solid waste haulers to remind them of this rule.
STAFF REPORTS: Clerk West reminded all Council Members of the Association of Idaho
Cities (AIC) District Meeting on April 11th and stated this meeting is geared towards elected
officials. Council President Geray encouraged all Council Members that have never attended this
type of meeting to register and attend if they are able.
Meeting Adjourned at 7:38 p.m.
COUNCIL APPROVED: March 21, 2023
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Dan Gubler, Mayor
ATTEST:
Keri West, Cirk/Treasurer
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City of Iona Check Register-lona Page: 1
Check Issue Dates:2/1/2023-2/28/2023 Mar 07,2023 12:37PM
Report Criteria:
Report type: Summary
GL Period Check Issue Date Check Number Payee Description GL Account Amount
02/23 02/06/2023 19982 GREG MCBRIDE Mech&Plumbing Inspections 104720 953.08
02/23 02/06/2023 19983 BLACKFOOT COMMUNICATIONS TELEPHONE 514150 171.73
02/23 02/06/2023 19984 CITY OF IONA City water usage/bill 104711 539.00
02/23 02/06/2023 19985 ERIKS NORTH AMERICA,INC. Shop supplies 514710 247.89
02/23 02/06/2023 19986 INTERMOUNTAIN GAS CO. Natural gas-heating 104175 1,183.22
02/23 02/06/2023 19987 LITTLE MAMA SHIRT SHOP REFUND GYM RENTAL 103650 90.00
02/23 02/06/2023 19988 MOONSHINE COMMERCIAL CLEANING SER January Building Cleaning&Wind 514710 610.00
02/23 02/06/2023 19989 MSBT LAW WATER BOND CLOSING DOGS 514160 11,250.00
02/23 02/06/2023 19990 PORTER'S OFFICE PRODUCTS Paper&Office Supplies 514710 451.99
02/23 02/06/2023 19991 PSI ENVIRONMENTAL Dumpster-3548 N.Main 104711 131.99
02/23 02/06/2023 19992 Rylea Farrens Reimbursement-Volunteer Mtg C 104770 31.80
02/23 02/06/2023 19993 SENSKE LAWNTECH Pre-Pay All 2023 Lawn Care Servi 104712 5,524.18
02/23 02/06/2023 19994 TACOMA SCREW PRODUCTS,INC. Hex Screws and Nuts 514710 122.73
02/23 02/09/2023 19995 IONA BONNEVILLE SEWER DISTRICT City Bldg.sewer fees 104711 558.00
02/23 02/09/2023 19996 NAPAAUTO PARTS Wiper Blades 104730 153.97
02/23 02/09/2023 19997 SOUTHCO METALS LLC Shop Supplies 104711 17.95
02/23 02/09/2023 19998 VERIZON WIRELESS Cell phones-Randy 104955 296.35
02/23 02/09/2023 19999 RON'S TIRE&MOTORSPORT Stihl Backpack Blower 104711 655.49
02/23 02/13/2023 20000 LANDON EXCAVATING,INC. EMERGENCY WATER SYSTEM 514710 500.00
02/23 02/13/2023 20001 SCREEN GRAPHICS,INC. MYAC Shirts 104760 201.74
02/23 02/13/2023 20002 TACOMA SCREW PRODUCTS,INC. Roll Pins Portable Kit 514710 117.05
02/23 02/13/2023 20003 CHEMSEARCH Contract Water Treatment Progra 514710 235.52
02/23 02/13/2023 20004 MOUNTAIN WEST RENTALS-IF Boom Rental 104730 143.00
02/23 02/16/2023 20005 DOROTHY JENKINS REFUND WATER OVERPAYMEN 011075 35.75
02/23 02/16/2023 20006 ERIKS NORTH AMERICA,INC. Hose for Snow Plow 104713 46.18
02/23 02/16/2023 20007 FORSGREN ASSOCIATES,INC. Modifications to Impact Area Map 514180 402.50
02/23 02/16/2023 20008 PC PLUS Office IT Services 514150 131.25
02/23 02/16/2023 20009 ROCKY MTN.POWER Street Lights 104713 151.81
02/23 02/16/2023 20010 BRENT PURCELL MH-3444 Main Street 104720 .00 V
02/23 02/16/2023 20011 BRENT PURCELL MH-3444 Main Street 104720 7,025.00
02/23 02/22/2023 20016 HOLDEN KIDWELL HAHN&CRAPO P.L.L.C. AOIA and Legal Letters 104160 1,919.00
02/23 02/22/2023 20017 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES Sealant 514710 512.98
02/23 02/22/2023 20018 KERI WEST Reimbursement for Council Snack 514150 60.36
02/23 02/22/2023 20019 NETBACK,LLC Office PC's backup 104150 75.00
02/23 02/22/2023 20020 ROCKY MTN.POWER Street Lights 104713 2,110.29
02/23 02/22/2023 20021 SPARKLIGHT Internet-Office 104150 181.61
02/23 02/22/2023 20022 WEX BANK Fuel for Dump Truck&Snow Plow 104713 910.47
02/23 02/22/2023 20023 Work Wear House,Corp PW Outerwear&Gloves 514710 259.07
02/23 02/28/2023 20024 CITY OF IDAHO FALLS TREASURER OFFICE Dispatch Services 1st payment 104680 4,561.19
02/23 02/28/2023 20025 FALLS PLUMBING SUPPLY,INC. Shop Supplies 514710 10.27
02/23 02/28/2023 20026 POWERS CANDY CO.INC. Easter Candy 104770 317.09
02/23 02/28/2023 20027 ROCKY MTN.POWER Well#1 514175 492.26
02/23 02/28/2023 20028 RON'S TIRE&MOTORSPORT FLAT FIX 104730 21.66
02/23 02/28/2023 20029 TACOMA SCREW PRODUCTS,INC. Carriage Bolts 104711 7.88
02/23 02/28/2023 20030 TETON MICROBIOLOGY LAB Coliform/E.Coll Water Tests 514710 96.00
Grand Totals: 43,514.30
Summary by General Ledger Account Number
M=Manual Check,V=Void Check
City of lona Check Register-Iona Page: 2
Check Issue Dates:2/1/2023-2/28/2023 Mar 07,2023 12:37PM
GLAccount Debit Credit Proof
01-1075 35.75 .00 35.75
01-2010 .00 35.75- 35.75-
10-2010 7,133.61 34,865.81- 27,732.20-
10-36-50 90.00 .00 90.00
10-41-50 701.26 .00 701.26
10-41-60 1,343.30 .00 1,343.30
10-41-63 201.25 .00 201.25
10-41-75 1,048.93 .00 1,048.93
10-46-80 4,561.19 .00 4,561.19
10-47-11 2,719.14 38.61- 2,680.53
10-47-12 5,953.28 .00 5,953.28
10-47-13 2,198.20 .00 2,198.20
10-47-20 15,044.38 7,025.00- 8,019.38
10-47-30 342.95 .00 342.95
10-47-60 201.74 .00 201.74
10-47-70 348.89 .00 348.89
10-49-55 41.30 .00 41.30
51-2010 .00 15,746.35- 15,746.35-
51-41-50 227.29 .00 227.29
51-41-60 11,825.70 .00 11,825.70
51-41-75 1,545.75 .00 1,545.75
51-41-80 201.25 .00 201.25
51-47-10 1,946.36 .00 1,946.36
Grand Totals: 57,711.52 57,711.52- .00
Dated: O✓/0-L/W Z-3"
Mayor:
City Counci.
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M=Manual Check,V=Void Check