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McCall City Council
Regular Meeting
Thursday, February 9, 1995
Call to Order and Roll Call
1. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM Thursday, February 9, 1995.
2. Mrs. Arp and Messrs. Eckhardt, Killen, Martens, and Colton answered the roll call. The mayor
declared that a quorum was present. Staff members present were City Manager Gary Shimun,
City Attorney Ted Burton, City Clerk/Treasurer Jim Henderson, Public Works Director Bill
Keating and Fire Chief Dale Points.
Minutes of Previous Meetings
3. The minutes of the regular meeting on January 26, 1995 were presented. Mr. Colton moved to
approve the minutes as presented. Mrs. Arp seconded and the motion carried.
4. The minutes of the special call meeting on January 31. 1995 were presented. Mrs. Arp moved to
approve the minutes as presented. Mr. Eckhardt seconded and the motion carried.
5. The minutes of the special call meeting on February 6, 1994 were presented. Mr. Martens moved
to approve the minutes as presented. Mr. Colton seconded and the motion carried.
Payment of Claims
6. The payroll register dated January 25, 1995 was presented. Mr. Killen moved to approve the
payroll. Mrs. Arp seconded and the motion carried.
7. The payroll register dated January 31, 1995 was presented. Mr. Eckhardt moved to approve the
payroll. Mr. Killen seconded and the motion carried.
8. A list of claims dated February 3, 1995 was presented. Mr. Colton moved to approve the claims
and Mr. Killen seconded. After discussion. the motion carried.
Public Comment
9. Mayor Martens asked to move the presentation of an award to Dale Points forward on the
agenda. The mayor then presented a certificate and pin commemorating ten years of service to
Fire Chief Dale Points.
10. Mike Tilton appeared and asked that the item pertaining to Bear Basin Estates be moved forward
on the agenda. The mayor so ordered. Mr. Tilton was a successor owner of the approved
subdivision and asked for a 90 day extension to perform on the conditions of approval. Mr.
Killen moved to approve the extension. Mr. Eckhardt seconded and the motion carried.
11. Leroy Meyer of the Idaho Department of Transportation appeared and asked that his briefing be
moved forward on the agenda. The mayor so ordered. Mr. Meyer then presented a briefing on
McCall Alternate Route, the District III highway development plan, noted that the traffic signal
for Lake and Mission Streets should be installed in May 1995 and the signal for Deinhard and
3rd Street in July or later. He also reported on the stormwater system for the Best Western -
Ridley area.
The council recessed at 7:45 PM and reconvened at 8:00 PM.
12. Bill Lynard and Si Gilbert of Montgomery Watson appeared and requested that the water
treatment plant briefing be brought forward on the agenda. The mayor so ordered. Mr. Gilbert
reviewed the technical aspects of the plant. Mr. Lynard reviewed the proposed bidding, award
and construction schedules. After discussion, Mr. Killen moved to approve the notice inviting
bids. Mr. Colton seconded and the motion carried.
13. Sue Davidson, Planning and Zoning Technician appeared and asked to have the matter of her
health insurance brought forward on the agenda. The mayor so ordered. Mrs. Davidson then
report that due to the change in insurance plans on November 1, 1994, for medical care since
November 1, she had to meet the new $500 deductible and also to begin making co -payments on
medical bills. This amounted to $2,500 in costs that would not have occurred had the city not
changed its plan. After discussion, council directed staff to report on the provisions of the
contract and the actual effects versus the effects assumed at the time the decision was made to
change the plan.
14. George Wagner J.U.B. Engineers appeared and asked to have the report of bid opening on the
Payette River crossing projected. The mayor so ordered. Mr. Wagner reported that although bids
were to have been opened at 2:00 PM February 9 there had been a defective notice in that there
had been only one legal notice in the Star News. There would be an additional notice in the
February 16 edition and bids would be opened on February 21. Mr. Wagner further reported on
the status of the Maki Alternative. That the location of storage pond had not been determined,
that letters of intent had been signed by the proposed recipients and that at a meeting on February
6, 1995 a number of issued had been raised and that J.U.B. was working to try to mitigate most of
those concerns before the February 16, 1995 public hearing on the matter.
15. Ted Whiteman of Payette Lakes Water and Sewer District appeared and asked to have several
matters pertaining to wastewater and golf brought forward on the agenda. The mayor so ordered.
a. Mr. Whiteman noted a report from the wastewater treatment plant superintendent John
Lewinski regarding septage dumping. The council cited concerns that the charges currently did
not reflect the actual effect on the plant and it effluent. Staff was directed to report back when
the council discusses fees in general.
b. Mr. Burton reported on the engagement of Josephine Beeman to represent the City and
Payette Lakes Water and Sewer District regarding water rights associated with WWTP discharge
into the Payette River.
c. Golf Advisory Committee Minutes of February 1, 1995:
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(1) Golf Foundation Matters. Mr. Whiteman reported on the discussion with the
issues raised by the "Golfers for Equal Treatment." After discussion, Mr. Killen moved approved
the committee's recommendation to reaffirm the 1990 decision regarding Lifetime pass holder
conditions. Mr. Martens seconded and the motion carried with Mrs. Arp voting "No."
(2) Kuhn & Associates Professional Services Agreement for Irrigation System.
After discussion, Mr. Martens moved to approve the committee's recommendation to authorize
Scope Items A & B which includes work to complete plans and specifications and a final cost
estimate. Costs associated with Scope Items A & B are $17,200. Mr. Killen seconded and the
motion carried.
(3) Hydrojet Aerator. The council noted the committee's recommendation to
solicit private funding. The council by consensus agreed to take up this matter as a normal
budget item.
(4) Fee Schedule. The council reviewed the committee's recommendations
regarding passes and fees. After discussion Mr. Killen moved to: abolish the weekend surcharge
but preserve the tournament surcharge; approve the committee's recommendation for season pass
fees, trail fees and locker fees; and to approve the committee's recommendation to increase the
weekend daily pass fees only. Mrs. Arp seconded and the motion carried.
Board, Committee and Commission Minutes Requiring Action
16. Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Minutes of January 23, 1995.
a. Alcohol in City Parks. After discussion, the council by consensus directed staff to
continue drafting an ordinance incorporating the committee's recommendations and research of
other communities responses for consideration.
b. The council discussed the third street "easement." Mr. Burton reported that the area in
question was not a right-of-way and that Mr. Findley claimed an easement to access the back of
his property. Staff was instructed to contact Mr. Findley about proposals to limit parking in the
area.
c. The council noted that the RFP for park maintenance had not been included and took no
action. Staff was directed to explore the possibility of an internal transfer arrangement whereby
the Golf Superintendent was made responsible for park maintenance.
d. Grant Match. Mr. Killen moved to approve the committee's recommendation to move
$500 from the pole fence account to match the Community Foundation Grant to install a
drinking fountain that is accessible to persons with disabilities. Mr. Martens seconded and the
motion carried.
Old Business
17. Rocky Mountain Land Use Institute Agenda. After discussion, the council by consensus decided
that attendance of the City Manager and City Attorney would be permitted if their departmental
budgets could accommodate attendance.
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18. Idaho Transportation Department Project STP 3270(101) Deinhard Lane Alternative. Mr.
Burton gave a report regarding the applicability of federal regulations on locally funded portions
of the project. After discussion Mr. Killen moved to approve the State/Local Agreement for the
Deinhard Lane Bridge and Approaches authorized the mayor to sign. Mr. Eckhardt seconded
and the motion carried.
19. 1995 Liquor Licenses. A list of liquor, wine and beer licenses was presented. After discussion,
Mr. Martens moved to approve the licenses. Mr. Killen seconded and the motion carried.
New Business
20. The council acknowledged receipt of a claim for damages by a city snow plow from State Farm
Insurance as subrogee of Ted Colwell.
Consent Calendar
The council acknowledge receipt of the following:
21. A letter from Boise Assistant City Attorney to Mr. Burton re: Liquor in City Parks
22. Liquor Catering Permits for Clubhouse, Inc.
23. Motor Vehicle Accident Investigation Report Pertaining an Accident on Jan 25, 95.
24. Letter for Mountain States Group Family Support Coordinator to City Clerk Re: Regional
Meeting Addressing Needs of Families and Children in Community.
25. Letter from Tom Grote of Star News to City Council re: News Coverage of City of McCall.
26. McCall Public Library Regular Meeting Minutes dated January 12, 1995.
27. Letter from Dale Points to Mr. Shimun re: McCall Donnelly Middle School Fire Protection
Requirements.
28. Memorandum from Mr. Shimun to Dale Points re: ISO Re-evaluation
29. Article for Cascade Watershed Review
30. Letter from Mr. Shimun to Toothman-Orton Engineering re: Contracted Work Information
31. Letter of Transmittal from Toothman-Orton Engineering to Mr. Henderson re: McCall
Topographic Mapping.
32. Memorandum from Richard Kinder to Mr. Shimun re: Payette River Crossing
33. Memorandum from Rick Orton to Mr. Shimun re: McCa11 WTP.
34. Letter from Idaho Transportation Department to Mayor Martens re: Speed Limits on Highways.
35. Letter from Idaho Water and Wastewater Operators Certification Boards to Mayor Martens re:
New & Advanced Certified Water & Wastewater Operators December 1994 Exams.
36. Letter from Chamber of Commerce to Myron Finkbeiner of Humanitarian Hall of Fame Re: Golf
Tournament.
37. March and April City Calendars.
38. Action Update dated February 3, 1994.
Staff Reports
39. City Manager.
a. The council noted a written report.
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b. Mr. Shimun reported on a meeting with White Leasure regarding job guarantees in
support of an ICDBG for the south loop.
c. Mr. Shimun reported that he had appeared to testify before a legislative committee
regarding Franchise Fees but was unable to do so. The council by consensus instructed staff to
prepare a franchise ordinance for consideration at the special meeting on February 14, 1995 and
to amend the agenda notice accordingly.
40. City Attorney.
a. Mr. Burton presented a draft letter regarding Sewer connection charges at Old Towne
Market. After discussion, staff was instructed to make the letter a notice to show cause why the
fees should not be imposed.
b. Mr. Burton reported that Judge Carey had ruled in favor of the Clarks in the Clark
matter.
c. Mr. Burton reported on his findings with regard to water rights in the Payette Lake and
Fall Creek, and Council authorized investigating suggested approach.
41. City Clerk/Treasurer.
a. The council noted a written report.
b. Request for Adjustment of Utility Account - Ashbrooke Condos. After discussion Mr.
Killen moved to deny the request for adjustment for late charges. Mr. Eckhardt seconded and the
motion carried.
c. Prepayment of Water Connection Fees. Mr. Henderson reported that a citizen had who
resided in the Carico area requested permission to prepay the connection fees prior to rate
increase on March 1, 1995. After discussion, Mr. Killen moved to adopt a policy that we do not
sell connection permits for areas not currently being served. Mr. Martens seconded and the
motion carried.
42. Public Works Director. The council noted a written report.
Mayor and Council Comments and Reports
43. Mrs. Arp. Asked the status of the COPS grant. Was informed that no official response had been
received.
44. Mr. Eckhardt. Noted that banners contrary to ordinances were beginning to appear throughout
the City and noted an unscreened dumpster.
45. Mr. Killen. Asked if a Conditional Use Permit was necessary for the Water Treatment Plant.
Mr. Shimun responded that in his opinion it was not necessary.
46. Mr. Martens had no report.
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47. Mr. Colton. Asked the status of the police units. Was informed that delivery within 90 days was
a condition of the bid and had expired. The police chief had stated that he could get appropriate
units through the State's bid and save about $1,600. After further discussion, Mr. Killen moved
to provided notice of cancellation to Happy Day Ford due to breach of contract. Mrs. Arp
seconded and the motion carried.
Adjournment
50. Without further business, Mr. Martens moved to adjourn. Mr. Killen seconded and the motion
carried. The council adjourned at 1:10 AM, February 10, 1995.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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Mayor
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