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Home My Public Portal AboutMinutes_City Council Regular Meeting_04182023 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING IONA CITY HALL APRIL 18,2023—7:00 P.M. PRESENT: Mayor Dan Gubler, Council President Rob Geray, Council Member Michael Thompson, Council Member Peter Wadsworth, Council Member Evan Mann, City Attorney Andrew Rawlings, Public Works Director Zech Prouse and City Clerk/Treasurer Keri West. ABSENT: None. VISITORS: Kurt Roland, Deanna Simmons and Daren Long. 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 March 21, 2023 were reviewed. Council reviewed the finance reports for the period ending March 31, 2023 (50% of the fiscal year elapsed). The City had $2,906,327.21 in the bank and routine bills had been paid, "Exhibit A". Mayor Gubler entertained a motion. Council President Geray made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Council Member Thompson seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried. ITEMS OF BUSINESS: Public Hearing, Application for Preliminary Plat, Eagle Rock Engineering; Countryside Ranches, a Subdivision located on Parcel #RPC0000366603; located on the north side of 49th North, between 45th East and 55th East — Kurt Roland of Eagle Rock Engineering, 1331 Fremont Avenue, Idaho Falls, approached the podium and stated he is representing the developer of the Countryside Ranches Subdivision. He continued and stated the property is approximately 16 acres and they are proposing to have 33 lots that are approximately 1/3 acre. Mr. Roland stated the subdivision will be serviced by Iona Bonneville Sewer District and will be on the City of Iona water system. He continued and stated they intend to use infiltrators for storm water. He also stated there will be 2 lots on the edge of 49th North for landscaping as you enter the subdivision. Council President Geray asked who will be responsible for maintaining that landscaping. Mr. Roland confirmed the Homeowners Association (HOA) will be responsible. Council President Geray expressed hesitation for depending on the HOA for this type of maintenance. Council Member Mann asked if there is going to be any type of park or green space in this subdivision. Mr. Roland stated there is no park on the plat. However, they have been told there is potential for a park on the lot to the east that is currently owned by Bonneville County. Mr. Roland continued and stated they are going to shift some of the lots for the final plat to include a walking path to that future park. Mayor Gubler stated the lot used to be a landfill and is owned by Bonneville County. He continued and stated the City approached Bonneville County about developing it into a park because it cannot be used for any building or developments. Mayor Gubler stated the county told him they would research the legality of transferring ownership of that property to the City of Iona, but he has not heard anything back. Council Member Mann IONA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING—APRIL 18, 2023 stated that park is not a guarantee and it has been discussed amongst the City Council as well as the Planning & Zoning Commission to require developers to include green space in their subdivisions. Mr. Roland stated the developer does not want to put a green space in the subdivision that they will be responsible for maintaining until all the lots sell. Council Member Mann stated families are losing a sense of community without a park or green space to gather as neighbors. Attorney Rawlings asked for clarification on the boundaries and intentions of the lot that currently has a house on it, along with another lot, next to the proposed development. Mr. Roland stated that is the original owner of this parcel that kept their house and split it off from the rest of the land and they sold it to Rockwell Homes. Attorney Rawlings stated if the owners of that property want to have 2 lots, they need to be included on the plat. Clerk West stated the entire parcel was annexed into the City of Iona 2 years ago as a single lot. She continued and clarified to Mr. Roland that the original owners cannot have two lots that are left unplatted if this development is approved. Clerk West stated those owners may have already had that split recorded with Bonneville County. Attorney Rawlings stated they would have needed to get approval from the City if they split it into 3 lots. Council Member Thompson stated the road entering the subdivision from 49th North is a dead- end on the north side of the subdivision. He expressed concern for the future development of surrounding parcels. Council Member Thompson then pointed out the lot to the west of this development would be landlocked unless they added another road on the west side of this subdivision. Council Member Wadsworth agreed. Council and Mr. Roland discussed potential roadways that could connect future developments on surrounding parcels. Mayor Gubler stated this is a Public Hearing and asked if anyone in the audience would like to address the Council on this Preliminary Plat. No response. Mayor Gubler closed the Public Hearing portion of this agenda item for Council deliberation. Council Members Wadsworth and Thompson both stated the only problem they have with the plat is land locking the lot to the west. Council President Geray then stated he believes the Council needs to pass an ordinance that requires green space in new developments. He continued and stated it has been discussed, but it needs to be codified. Council and Mr. Roland discussed options for various locations of temporary and permanent parks in this and future developments of adjacent parcels. Council Member Thompson asked the Council if 70' wide roads are sufficient for this subdivision if there will be future developments to the north. Mayor Gubler stated this plat meets the updated standards the City passed last year and are sufficient for future growth. He continued by stating future developments will be responsible for additional access points. Mayor Gubler entertained a motion. Council Member Wadsworth made a motion to approve the Preliminary Plat of Countryside Ranches with the suggestion of adding a road opening to the west for future growth and a green space be left open until another green space can be determined in a future development. Council Member Thompson seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: 2 IONA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING—APRIL 18, 2023 Council President Geray: YES Council Member Wadsworth: YES Council Member Mann: YES Council Member Thompson: YES Public Hearing, Amendment to Iona City Code § 11-11-6: Accessory Buildings; adding a set back from the residence by at least 12 feet (Ord. 286-04-23) — Mayor Gubler stated this Code Amendment is to add a requirement to have a 12' setback for accessory buildings from existing structures. Attorney Rawlings stated this amendment was requested by the City Building Inspector and was discussed at last month's Work Meeting. He continued and stated further language was changed to clarify measurement points, etc. Council President Geray stated the amendment specifies the foundation as a measuring point, but mentioned some concrete slabs with an overhang are not considered part of the foundation. He continued and stated that would mean the roof of the overhang could be closer than 12' to an accessory building and asked if that needs to be addressed in this amendment. Mayor Gubler stated there is not a fire code that stipulates this requirement. Council President Geray stated as he understands it this amendment is being considered to stop the spread of fires from accessory buildings to main structures. Clerk West stated when the City Building Inspector requested this amendment, he specified the foundation as the measuring point. Attorney Rawlings concurred. Mayor Gubler stated this is a Public Hearing and asked if anyone from the audience would like to address the Council on this agenda item. No response. Mayor Gubler then closed the Public Hearing portion of this agenda item. Mayor Gubler entertained a motion. Council President Geray made a motion to approve Ordinance No. 286-04-23, an Ordinance of the City of Iona, Idaho; amending Section 11-11-6 of the Iona City Code; adding a requirement for accessory buildings to be set back from the residence by at least twelve feet; providing methodology; preserving prior Ordinances in each instance; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date. Council President Geray also made a motion to dispense with the rule of reading the proposed Ordinance in full and on three separate occasions. Council Member Wadsworth seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: Council President Geray: YES Council Member Mann: YES Council Member Thompson: YES Council Member Wadsworth: YES Review and Approve City Surplus List — Clerk West stated the City staff has gone through many items the City owns and cannot get rid of until the City goes through the auction process. She continued and stated once the auction is closed, the items can be sold at the City Yard Sale on June 3`d at the City Park. All items that are not sold through the auction or Yard Sale will then be donated. Council President Geray stated it needs to be clearly understood that elected officials cannot bid on the items. Director Prouse stated elected officials and employees can only try to purchase items after the auction period closes. Clerk West stated she needs approval from the City Council to include all the attached items on the public auction. She will then get the auction set up and the public notices published. Mayor Gubler entertained a motion. Council President Geray made a motion to approve the City Surplus List as presented. Council Member Wadsworth seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion carried. 3 IONA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING—APRIL 18, 2023 General Discussion of Animal Neglect and Public Nuisance — Attorney Rawlings stated this was suggested as a future topic of discussion at last month's City Council Meeting. He continued and clarified enforcement of these issues is handled internally between the Mayor and the contracted police service, which is currently Bonneville County Sheriff's Office (BCSO). Attorney Rawlings stated the City Council is not responsible for specific enforcement of such issues. Their role is to discuss policy and set up guidelines on how these situations should be administered and enforced. He continued and stated the City Council can listen to testimony about issues and use that information in a general sense on how to administer future situations, but they cannot decide specific action or enforcement on individual instances. Council President Geray asked about the history of the situation that was brought up at last month's meeting pertaining to animal neglect. He also asked if this is a common situation in the City or if this is an isolated incident. Deputy Randall stated he first received a phone call about animal neglect for the home on Hansen Avenue last October. He continued and said the Animal Control deputies visited the house and were dissatisfied with the condition of the fence. He stated the homeowner fixed the fence to meet Animal Control's requirements. Deputy Randall stated after the issues that arose last month, Animal Control conducted two additional visits to the home. He continued and stated the first visit was while the homeowner was away and the second was with the homeowner. It was determined after both visits that the horses and grounds were acceptable by their standards. Deputy Randall then stated he does not feel this is a wide spread issue around Iona. Council President Geray then asked the proper route for an individual to take if they are unsatisfied with the county's decision on such cases. Attorney Rawlings stated they could take their complaints to BCSO directly or could report them to the Mayor. Council President Geray asked if the City has received any documented evidence that contradicts BCSO's experience. Mayor Gubler stated there has been nothing received by the City. Attorney Rawlings asked Deputy Randall if he has any suggestions on amendments that may be needed in the City Code regarding animal neglect or public nuisance. Deputy Randall stated he feels the City Code is sufficient regarding animal neglect. However, as for the public nuisance he would like to see specific requirements such as a previous call, etc. Attorney Rawlings stated with a public nuisance the City does want to maintain some flexibility. He continued and stated the City can also adopt an"aggravated nuisance" section in the City Code, which is an option. An audience member expressed her frustration from the audience regarding the situation with her neighbor and the process for enforcement. Council Member Thompson advised her to continue making calls and documenting specific dates and times of specific instances. Mayor Gubler stated the City will continue having Animal Control check on the horses and will report if the situation gets worse. General Fiber Project Discussion — Director Prouse stated Fybercom is currently working on Barnes Way. He then stated Direct Communications will have 8 crews begin working on Monday to install the main lines throughout the City. Director Prouse continued and said there are many flags that have been placed around the City that indicate utility lines and other markings for the fiber project. He then said communication with Direct Communications has been less than ideal. Clerk West stated she will contact them tomorrow. 4 IONA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING—APRIL 18, 2023 STAFF REPORTS: Director Prouse stated they have started street sweeping around the City. Clerk West reported the Easter Egg Hunt went well and was well attended. She and Rylea have started discussing potential improvements. Clerk West also suggested doing a "City Budget Tour" after the June Council Meeting to help the Council get familiar with items that may need to be addressed on the budget. Council Member Wadsworth suggested doing this prior to the Council Meeting. Council President Geray is not opposed to this idea, but also encouraged the Council Members to ride along with Director Prouse to familiarize themselves with the facilities. Clerk West also reported the discussions with Bonneville County Planning &Zoning on the Area of Impact Agreement are still going and the City will attend another work session with them on May 3rd Deputy Randall reported the total incidents were down last month. He continued and stated they are currently working on outstanding warrants. He then introduced Deputy Davies as the new Iona Deputy with BCSO. Council Member Thompson reported Representative Wheeler will be hosting a Town Hall this Saturday at the Iona City Building to discuss important topics with the local community. Council Member Mann stated he drafted a letter and attended the Ammon City Council Meeting to discuss the City of Iona's desire to acquire the Iona Cemetery in our Area of Impact. He continued and stated they said they are open to that discussion. He also mentioned he has received complaints about the goat heads on Denning Avenue, next to the school causing problems with bike tires. Director Prouse stated he has already taken care of this with the street sweeper. Mayor Gubler stated there will be a meeting tomorrow evening at Iona Bonneville Sewer District for judicial review for the new plant they are looking to build. Clerk West confirmed the meeting is scheduled for 6:00pm. Mayor Gubler also reported the City will soon be getting the new fuel tank placed at the new water tank site. He then thanked the City employees for the great job done at the Easter Egg Hunt. Mayor Gubler also thanked Council Member Mann for his efforts with the Iona Cemetery and the Area of Impact with the City of Ammon. SUGGESTED AGENDA ITEMS: None. Meeting Adjourned at 8:46pm COUNCIL APPROVED: May 23, 2023 Dan Gubler, Mayo ATTEST: 4.1‘ Keri West, City Clerk/Treasurer 5 City of Iona Check Register-Iona Page: 1 Check Issue Dates:4/1/2023-4/30/2023 May 03,2023 12:44PM Report Criteria: Report type: Summary GL Period Check Issue Date Check Number Payee Description GL Account Amount 04/23 04/03/2023 20132 CITY OF IDAHO FALLS PARKS&RECREATIO Softballs 104955 1,271.40 04/23 04/03/2023 20133 GREG MCBRIDE Mech&Plumbing Inspections 104720 385.00 04/23 04/03/2023 20134 TETON MICROBIOLOGY LAB Coliform/E.Coli Water Tests 514710 96.00 04/23 04/06/2023 20135 APG WEST PAYMENT PH-Prelim Countryside Ranches 104155 104.00 04/23 04/06/2023 20136 BLACKFOOT COMMUNICATIONS TELEPHONE 514150 171.49 04/23 04/06/2023 20137 CITY OF IONA City water usage/bill 104711 539.00 04/23 04/06/2023 20138 ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION Service Well Generator 514710 1,707.00 04/23 04/06/2023 20139 INTERMOUNTAIN GAS CO. Natural gas 514175 1,336.03 04/23 04/06/2023 20140 KC'SALLAMERICAN SPORTS Flag Football Shirts 104955 839.45 04/23 04/06/2023 20141 MOONSHINE COMMERCIAL CLEANING SER City Building Cleaning 104711 725.00 04/23 04/06/2023 20142 PSI ENVIRONMENTAL Dumpster-3548 N.Main 104711 131.99 04/23 04/06/2023 20143 THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL ART CLUB REIMBURSEMENT F 104770 163.90 04/23 04/06/2023 20144 VERIZON WIRELESS Cell phones-Zech 104711 296.35 04/23 04/06/2023 20145 WATER DISTRICT 120 WMIS 200063&200064 514710 178.58 04/23 04/10/2023 20146 BONNEVILLE COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS Stop Sign on Dayton/Hansen 104713 109.25 04/23 04/10/2023 20147 DAVID WEST Cotton Candy at Egg Hunt 104770 65.25 04/23 04/10/2023 20148 FORSGREN ASSOCIATES,INC. TAC Meeting&Water Hook Up Fe 514180 1,295.00 04/23 04/10/2023 20149 PIPER JONES Cotton Candy for Egg Hunt 104770 21.75 04/23 04/10/2023 20150 Quaid Rushton Cotton Candy for Egg Hunt 104770 43.50 04/23 04/10/2023 20151 VALLEY GLASS IDAHO FALLS City Building Door Repair 514710 595.00 04/23 04/13/2023 20152 CHEMSEARCH Contract Water Treatment Progra 514710 235.52 04/23 04/13/2023 20153 NETBACK,LLC Data Backup 5GB 104150 75.00 04/23 04/13/2023 20154 PC PLUS Office IT Services 104150 75.00 04/23 04/13/2023 20155 PEAK ALARM Qtrly Security Monitoring&Panic 514150 250.00 04/23 04/13/2023 20156 TETON MICROBIOLOGY LAB Coliform/E.Coli Water Tests 514710 192.00 04/23 04/17/2023 20162 ALLEN ELDRIDGE Building Inspections 104720 1,200.00 04/23 04/17/2023 20163 GREG MCBRIDE Mech&Plumbing Inspections 104720 1,179.58 04/23 04/17/2023 20164 SIGNATURE PARTY&EVENT Dunk Tank-lona Days 104770 116.60 04/23 04/24/2023 20165 ALPINE HEATING&AIR CONDITIONING Preventive Maint.service 514710 290.00 04/23 04/24/2023 20166 AMERICAN CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY&REN Marking Paint 514710 33.56 04/23 04/24/2023 20167 BONNEVILLE COUNTY SHERIFF FY2023 2nd Quarter Contract Pay 104680 55,665.08 04/23 04/24/2023 20168 C&B OPERATIONS,LLC John Deere Service Call 104730 175.61 04/23 04/25/2023 20169 APG WEST PAYMENT Treasurer's 2nd Qtr Report 104155 76.76 04/23 04/25/2023 20170 CITY OF IDAHO FALLS TREASURER OFFICE ANIMAL SHELTER QRTLY PARTI 104690 2,769.00 04/23 04/25/2023 20171 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES 4'x8'Hardboard 104711 284.95 04/23 04/25/2023 20172 NAPAAUTO PARTS 2022 Chevy Oil Filter 104711 62.97 04/23 04/25/2023 20173 POWERS CANDY CO.INC. Easter Candy 104770 64.35 04/23 04/25/2023 20174 ROCKY MTN.POWER Park Shelter and Outdoor Lights 104712 2,643.44 04/23 04/25/2023 20175 SPARKLIGHT Internet-Office 104150 181.61 04/23 04/25/2023 20176 TACOMA SCREW PRODUCTS,INC. Blue Marking Paint 514710 143.76 04/23 04/25/2023 20177 WEX BANK Fuel for Dump Truck 104713 305.50 04/23 04/27/2023 20178 ELECTRICAL SUPPORT SERVICES,LLC City Building Light Maintenance 514710 8,846.74 04/23 04/27/2023 20179 PORTER'S OFFICE PRODUCTS Envelopes&Labels 514150 161.91 04/23 04/27/2023 20180 STATE INSURANCE FUND Workmen's Comp.Policy 104170 11,585.00 04/23 04/27/2023 20181 TETON MICROBIOLOGY LAB Coliform/E.Coli Water Tests Elim 514710 160.00 Grand Totals: 96,848.88 Summary by General Ledger Account Number M=Manual Check,V=Void Check City of Iona Check Register-Iona Page: 2 Check Issue Dates:4/1/2023-4/30/2023 May 03,2023 12:44PM GLAccount Debit Credit Proof 10-2010 .00 86,039.70- 86,039.70- 10-41-50 649.42 .00 649.42 10-41-55 180.76 .00 180.76 10-41-63 390.00 .00 390.00 10-41-70 164.15 .00 164.15 10-41-75 1,098.13 .00 1,098.13 10-46-80 55,665.08 .00 55,665.08 10-46-90 2,769.00 .00 2,769.00 10-47-11 3,703.53 .00 3,703.53 10-47-12 6,687.24 .00 6,687.24 10-47-13 3,380.27 .00 3,380.27 10-47-20 4,313.25 .00 4,313.25 10-47-30 175.61 .00 175.61 10-47-70 475.35 .00 475.35 10-49-55 6,387.91 .00 6,387.91 51-2010 .00 10,809.18- 10,809.18- 51-41-50 348.19 .00 348.19 51-41-70 3,739.81 .00 3,739.81 51-41-75 1,571.38 .00 1,571.38 51-41-80 905.00 .00 905.00 51-47-10 4,244.80 .00 4,244.80 Grand Totals: 96,848.88 96,848.88- .00 Dated: 2,/ ��'!�L `O Z3 • Mayor: City Council: ti { 6-61,A y ,.51,734„: 2 1, S #3 '4a-3 Report Criteria: Report type: Summary M=Manual Check,V=Void Check