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HomeMy Public PortalAboutCouncil Minutes 1995 09/28MINUTES McCall City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, September 28, 1995 Call to Order and Roll Call 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mayor Martens. 2. Messrs. Colton, Eckhardt, Killen, Martens and Ms. Arp answered the roll call. The mayor declared that a quorum was present. Staff members present were City Manager Gary Shimun, City Attorney Ted Burton and City Clerk Treasurer Jim Henderson. Minutes of Previous Meetings 3. Minutes of September 14, 1995. Mr. Colton moved to approve the minutes of September 14, 1995. Mr. Eckhardt seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Payment of Claims 4. Payroll Report of September 11, 1995. Mr. Martens moved to approve the payroll report of September 11, 1995. Ms. Arp seconded and the motion carried unanimously. 5. Payroll Report of September 23, 1995. Ms. Arp moved to approve the payroll report of September 23, 1995. Mr. Killen seconded and the motion carried unanimously. 6. Vendor Invoice Approval Report of September 22, 1995. After discussion, Mr. Eckhardt moved to approve the claims listed on the report. Mr. Colton seconded and the motion carried. Minutes of Previous Meetings (Continued) 7. Minutes of September 27, 1995. Mr. Martens moved to approve the minutes of September 27, 1995. Mr. Colton seconded and the motion carried. Public Comment The mayor called for public comment. The following were heard: 8. Dennis Coyle representing the Central Idaho Interpretive Museum and Visitor Center appeared asking for the city's assistance in resolving leaking water lines on the Center property which belongs to the city. After discussion, Mr. Martens moved to authorize the Public Works Department to install the new water lines which would be furnished by Center. Mr. Killen seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Public Hearing Noticed for 7:15 PM 9. Amendment to Zoning Map by J.B. Scott. The mayor declared the time and place of the hearing. Mr. Shimun gave a staff report. Steve Milleman representing the applicant reviewed the proposal which was to down -zone two parcels from A to R-1. The mayor opened the matter for public testimony. Cynthia Taber appeared and asked about the removal of barbed wire Minutes McCall City Council September 28, 1995 fencing. Mr. Milleman noted that the barbed wire fence was already being removed. When asked Ms. Taber had no comment for or against the zone change. No one else wished to be heard. Mr. Shimun read three letters, two in support, and one opposed to the zone change. After discussion, Mr. Killen moved to adopt the findings and conclusion of the commission and to approve the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission to approve the zone change on both parcels. Mr. Eckhardt seconded and the motion carried. Public Comment (Continued) 10. Howard Gillis, Jasper Subdivision appeared on the proposed LID for Jasper Subdivision. Mr. Gillis pointed out that the residents wanted to pave four streets, Hayes, Hubbard, Romine and Jasper but the final proposed plan included paving Boydstun, water lines, and realigning Boydstun's connection with Warren Wagon Road had increased the costs so much that he and many of the property owners could no longer support the LID. He noted that they would still support a paving LID. Mr. Henderson reported that 17 responses had been received on a mailing of 59 and all responses were essentially the same as Mr. Gillis'. Mr. Henderson recommended abandoning the LID proposal. Mr. Killen moved to table the matter until a list of paving and water improvement priorities could be developed. Ms. Arp seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Old Business 11. McCall Municipal Airport-AIP 3-16-0023-04, Request for Reimbursement No. 6. Mr. Shimun gave a report. Mr. Colton moved to approve the Request for Reimbursement. Mr. Martens seconded and the motion carried unanimously. 12. McCall Water Treatment Plant Project- Montgomery Watson Bill for Engineering Services. Mr. Burton gave a report outlining options. After discussion Mr. Killen moved to refuse to pay. Mr. Martens seconded and the motion carried unanimously. 13. Toothman Orton Agreement for Professional Services Regarding Railroad Avenue Area. Mr. Shimun gave a report. Mr. Killen noted that the risk allocation limited Toothman Orton's liability to their fees. Mr. Eckhardt moved to approve the agreement with direction to staff to prepare a change order to correct the risk allocation. Mr. Killen seconded. At a roll call vote, Mr. Eckhardt, Mr. Killen, Ms. Arp, Mr. Colton, and Mr. Martens voted "aye." The motion carried.. 14. Resolution 23-95 Adopting and Employee Compensation Plan. Mr. Henderson gave a report. After discussion, Mr. Martens moved to adopt Resolution 23-95. Mr. Colton seconded and the motion carried unanimously. 15. Federal Instream Flow Claims and City Water Rights. The council noted that this was a solicitation for legal representation. The council took no action. 16. Request for Adjustment of Utility Account Byron Cockran. Mr. Henderson gave a report noting that utility bills are due on the last day of the month and that penalties were assessed on the day following the expiration of a ten day grace period. In this case the payment was received on the 1 lth and properly assessed a penalty. Mr. Killen moved to deny the adjustment. Ms. Arp seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Page 2 Minutes McCall City Council September 28, 1995 17. Nomination to Fill Vacancy on Library Board. Mr. Shimun nominated Tracy Moudy Baker to fill a vacancy on the Library Board. Ms. Arp moved to confirm the nomination. Mr. Killen seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Staff was direct to write letters to other candidates thanking them for their interest and inform them of needs on other committees. 18. Mill Park Playground Project - Plaque Recognizing Contributors. After discussion, Mr. Killen moved to refer the matter to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. Mr. Martens seconded and the motion carried. 19. Resolution 22-95 - Interim Financing East Highway 55 LID. Mr. Henderson gave a report. Mr. Colton moved to adopt Resolution 22-95. M. Eckhardt seconded and the motion carried unanimously. 20. Partial Pay Request - Bezates Construction - East Highway 55 LID. Ms. Arp moved to approve Partial Pay Request No. 1 in the amount of $63,911.85. Mr. Eckhardt seconded and the motion carried. 21. Extension of Interim Financing - Riverside Subdivision LID. Mr. Henderson reported that construction was completed on the project and $145,000 in interim financing would be due October 1, 1995. The final drawings, assessment roll hearing and sale of bonds would take several months. Accordingly extending the due day of the financing to February 1, 1996 was requested. Mr. Killen moved to approve the extension. Mr. Colton seconded and the motion carried unanimously. Consent Calendar The council acknowledged receipt of the following items: 22. Legal Response of City of McCall to Cascade Reservoir Association/ 23. Delinquent Certificate - LID #3 - Spring Mountain Ranch 24. Letter from Diana Healy, Valley county Treasurer, Regarding New Federal Regulation 25. Letter to Thomas Welsh from Richard Kinder-Toothman-Orton regarding Root Damage to Ponderosa Pine Trees. 26. Letter to McCall City Official from Tom Grote, Star News, To Inform of New Hire Jeanne Heins to cover City Government News. 27. Letter to Gary Shimun from Peter O'Neill Spring Mountain Ranch Partnership, Regarding McCall Sign Ordinance and Need for Directional Signs 28. Letter to Dean Martens from Fred Eisenbarth, Department of Water Resources 29. Letter to Dean Martens from John Holland, Timberlake Condominiums Concerning Road Repairs at Ruby and Davis Street. 30. Letter of Thank You to Chief Points from Maurice Brown, Brownie's Pub and Eatery 31. Letter of Thank You to Chief Parker from Maurice Brown, Brownie's Pub and Eatery 32. Notice of Application of Idaho Power Co. and Micron Technology, Inc. for approval of Special Contract. 33. Letter to Douglas McMaster from Richard Kinder, Toothman-Orton, regarding West Lake Street Water Services 34. Letter to Susie Reddick, McCall Library Board from Mr. Shimun stating Conclusion On Patron Parking for Library and City Hall. 35. Thank You Letter to LeRoy Meyer ITD, from Gary Shimun for Assistance on Creating McCall Alternative Route 36. Notice from McCall Smokejumbers Regarding Fund Raising for Thrash Education Trust. Page 3 Minutes McCall City Council September 28, 1995 37. High County Elder Care Newsletter 38. Action Update Staff Reports 39. City Manager. The council noted a written report. Mr. Shimun reported on a proposal from the "Market Place at McCall" developer to lease the city property at the corner of Highway 55 and Deinhard Lane in exchange for Bikepath construction. Council approved the proposal in principle and directed staff to negotiate with White -Leasure to draft and agreement. 40. City Attorney. The council noted a written report. Mr. Burton presented a proposed ordinance regarding disorderly conduct and crises situations. The matter was ordered to the next agenda. 41. City Clerk/Treasurer. Mr. Henderson reported that the certified property tax levies had been received and that the new market values had increased by nearly 20% since last year and accordingly, the levy rate was reduced by about 18% from last year. Drug Testing. Mr. Henderson submitted an informal proposal from Minert & Associates. After discussion, staff was directed to inform employees of the proposal, obtain their input and invite them to participate in the discussion. Logo. Mr. Henderson pointed out that the city had no "official" logo. He suggested a contest inviting citizens to submit drawings with a prize for the winner. Staff was instructed to proceed. Mayor and Council Comments and Reports 42. Mr. Killen. Asked about the upcoming joint meeting with the county commissions. Was informed that it was still scheduled. -Asked about the land trade with the school district. Mr. Burton pointed out that he was waiting for a correct legal description. -Asked about the Golf Course Maintenance Agreement and noted that the course should not be opened for play until the maintenance agreement is signed. -Asked about the Ordinary and Necessary determination. Mr. Burton reported that it was awaiting a date on the court calendar. -In re: Sally Sloan need to develop guidelines from people who connect to the LID sewer line. -Reported on the meeting with the HUD officials in Post Falls on September 21 in re: ICDBG for the south loop water line. 43. Mr. Colton. Asked about the removal of the woodchip ground cover from the Mill Park Playground. Was informed that it had not been removed but would be in a day or so. 44. Ms. Arp. Asked about the Davis Beach Docks. Mr. Shimun reported that one had been repaired but was still having difficulty contacting the owners of the other dock. He noted that Certificates of Insurance had been received. 45. Mr. Eckhardt. Noted that timber had been removed from the Clement Street Right of Way. - Asked if McCall Avenue through Mill Park Village had been accepted by the City and was informed that it had not. -Noted the substandard street in Sunset Subdivision and difficulties with snow removal. A street vacation or a surcharge for city plowing substandard streets was discussed. -Reported on meeting with the engineers re: A settlement in the Kahlman lawsuit. Page 4 Minutes McCall City Council September 28, 1995 Adjournment 46. Without further business, Mr. Colton moved to adjourn. Mr. Eckhardt seconded and the motion carried unanimously. The council adjourned at 10:00 PM. A1'1'MST: Page 5 LAN-A.Ifi,A.- Mayor