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McCall City Council
7: 00 PM Thursday, July 25, 1996
Call To Order And Roll Call
1. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Killen at 7:00 P.M.
2. Messrs. Colton, Killen, Martens, Eckhardt and Ms. Arp answered the roll call. 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 July 11, 1996 - Regular Meeting Mr. Eckhardt moved to approve the
minutes. Ms. Arp seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
4. Minutes of July 8, 1996 Special Meeting Ms. Arp moved to approve the minutes. Mr.
Colton seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Payment Of Claims
5. Vendor Invoice Approval List Report Dated July 22, 1996 Mr. Martens moved to
approve the claims listed on the report. Mr. Eckhardt seconded and the motion carried
unanimously.
6. Payroll Report Dated July 15, 1996 Mr. Eckhardt moved to approve the payroll. Mr.
Martens seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Public Comment
City Employees Cherry Woodbury and Judy Sargent stated that they had filed a
grievance respecting compensation. By consensus the council set August 22, 1996 to hear
the grievance.
Resolution No. 15-96 Pertaining To Bond Insurance Mr. Henderson gave a report.
Mr. Killen moved to adopt Resolution No. 1.5-96. Mr. Colton seconded and the motion
carried unanimously.
9. Application For Payment No. 6 - Water Treatment Plant Mr. Shimun gave a staff
report. Ms. Arp moved to approve Application for Payment No. 6 to Contractors
Northwest, Inc. Mr. Eckhardt seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
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Public Hearing
10. At 7:15 Mayor Killen announced that it was time and place noticed for a public hearing on
a proposed amendment to the Urban Renewal Plan. Mr. Burton gave a staff report. Mr.
Killen and Mr. Eckhardt also provided background information. The clerk read a letter
from John Russell opposing the inclusion of the Alpine Theater property in Group A of
the proposed plan. The mayor then opened the hearing for public testimony. Cherry
Woodbury appeared and suggested that the Alpine Theater be moved to another location.
Since no one else wished to be heard, Mayor Killen then closed the hearing to public
testimony. After discussion Mr. Killen moved to suspend the rules requiring reading in
full and reading at three consecutive meetings for the purpose of adopting Ordinance No.
699 Amending the Urban Renewal Plan. Ms. Arp seconded. At a roll call vote Mr.
Killen, Ms Arp, Mr. Eckhardt, Mr. Martens and Mr. Colton voted "aye." The motion
carried. Mr. Burton read the proposed Ordinance by title. Mr. Killen moved to adopt
Ordinance No. 699, Mr. Martens seconded. At a roll call vote Mr. Killen, Mr. Martens,
Mr. Eckhardt, Ms. Arp and Mr. Colton voted "aye." The motion carried
Old Business
11. Compensation Plan - Mr. Henderson gave a staff report. After discussion, council
directed staff to solicit comments from employees and to prepare an analysis of the cost of
the proposed plan.
12. Pay Request No. 10 / Project Walk Through - Water System Improvements - Mr.
Shimun gave a report. Mr. Colton moved to pay Pay Request No. 10 to MASCO, Inc.
Ms. Arp seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
13. South Loop Water Improvement Project - Request For Payment - Ida Ore Mr. Shimun
gave a report. Mr. Martens moved to approve the payment to Ida -Ore. Mr. Eckhardt
seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
14. South Loop Water Line - Request For Funds - Ida Ore Mr. Shimun gave a report. Ms.
Arp moved to approve the payment to Ida -Ore. Mr. Colton seconded and the motion
carried unanimously.
15. City Manager's Goals And Objectives Mr. Shimun presented his Goals and Objectives
for the coming year. Mr. Killen moved to accept and adopt the proposed Goals and
Objectives noting that they are listed in order of priority and requesting that the City
Manager provide a status report at the council's first meeting in January. Ms. Arp
seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
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New Business
16. Request For Funds Authorized Signatures - Department Of Commerce Mr. Shimun
gave a report. By consensus the council designated Mr. Killen and Mr. Henderson as
authorized signers.
17. Claim For Damage - Brian Charles - Carpet Damage Due To Road Oil The council
acknowledged the claim and directed that it be forwarded to the insurance carrier.
18. Request For Adjustment Of Utilitv Account - Pare Udell Mr. Henderson gave a report
noting that the enacting Ordinance contain no provision for waiving late charges. Ms. Arp
moved to deny the adjustment. Mr. Martens seconded and the motion carried
unanimously.
Consent Calendar
1.9. Memorandum To Contractors Northwest, Automation Electronics, City Manager From
Richard Orton, Toothman Orton Re Partnering Meeting Of 7/2/96. By consensus, the council
set a special meeting for 8:00 A.M. August 1, 1996 to consider any change orders that arise
from this meeting.
20. Letter To Rich Kinder, Toothman Orton, From Brian Petersen, Contractors Northwest,
Regarding McCall Water Treatment Plant Project
21. Memo To Gary Shimun From John Lewinski Commenting On Septic Hauling
22. Letter To Robert Robichaud, NPDES Permit Unit, From Joy Palmer, DEQ, On 401 Water
Quality Certification
23. Letter To Gary Shimun From Damon McAlister, JUB, Re Wastewater Treatment Plant
Improvements Project - DEQ Application For Revolving Loan
24. Letter To Jack Gantz, DEQ, From Gary Shimun Submitting For Review Application For
Revolving Loan - Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project
25. Letter To Jack Gantz, DEQ, From Gary Shimun Requesting Design And Cost Approval -
Wastewater Treatment Plant
26. Letter To Gary Shimun From Philip Millam, EPA, Re NPDES Permit No. ID-002023-1
27. Letter To Council Members From TL Steiner Requesting Council To Table Floyde Street
Extension
28. Letter To Gary Shimun From Roger & Joan Norrdin Regarding Floyde Street Extension
29. Letter To Council From Maurice Brown Concerning Floyde Street Extension
30. Memo To Gary Shimun From Bill Keating Regarding Dust Oiling In Carico Subdivision
31. Memo To Gary Shimun From Michael Combs Re Toothman Orton & Masco Walk
Through
32. Resignation Letter To Chief Parker From Lance Rogers
33. Letter Of Appreciation To Chief Parker From Betty Woods Concerning Carla Donica
34. Letter Of Appreciation To Chief Parker From Steven Dye For Officers' Response
35. Letter Of Appreciation To Chief Parker From Dennis Charney, Deputy Attorney General,
Concerning Carla Donica's Assistance On State V. Byars Case
36. Letter Of Complaint To Mayor From Gary Peterson - Chamber Of Commerce
37. Cascade Reservoir Coordinating Council Meeting Notes Dated May 20, 1996
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38. Notice To ICRMP Subscribers From James Furniss Re Key For Semi -Annual Claims Loss
Run
39. West Central Highlands RC & D Council Agenda For July 17, 1996
40. The Action Update was reviewed by Ms. Arp.
Staff Reports
41. City Mana,!er.
a. The council noted a written report.
b. Mr. Shimun was directed to schedule and update briefing on the progress of the
bike trail project.
42. City Attorney
a. The council noted a written report.
b. Mr. Burton reported on the receipt of an agreement respecting Al Feers' property
near Railroad Avenue.
c. Reported the Cambridge Telephone agreement was awaiting review the
Company's attorney.
d. Mr. Burton further reported that the building inspector had "Red Tagged" Miracle
Heights Camp - Fire Code Violations - and that the council may be required to hear an
appeal. Mr. Killen questioned whether or not the City should hear the appeal as the camp
was outside the city limits. Mr. Burton stated that the council should hear any appeals to
decisions by the building inspector.
43. City Clerk/Treasurer
a. Mr. Henderson requested the authority to issue a hand check in an amount not to
exceed $300 for the purpose of mailing out August utility bills. Mr. Killen moved to
authorize the issuance of such a check. Mr. Eckhardt seconded and the motion carried.
b. Mr. Henderson requested that the council approve a supplemental list of claims for
contract and debt service payments. Mr. Eckhardt moved to approve the claims. Mr.
Killen seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Mayor and Council Comments and Reports
44. Mr. Colton Had no report.
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45. Mrs. Arj
a. Reported on discussions with Morgan Masner about the Chipmunk right-of-way
and complaints about dust.
b. Had received complaints about dead grass art in parks.
c. Commented that Planning and Zoning Commissions were having quorum
problems. She suggest some meetings to get interest going.
d. Reported that she had agreed to serve on the AIC Legislative Committee.
e. Asked about the generic instructions for conducting appeals and hearings. Mr.
Burton was instructed to prepare such a set of instructions.
46. Mr. Eckhardt Reported that he had been actively working on the Urban Renewal
project.
47. Mr. Martens
a. Asked about the reply briefs for the Sloan Appeal. He was informed that that the
briefs would be handed out at the July 27th meeting.
b. Had noted sign violations at the "Slant" building on East Lake Street. Mr. Shimun
reported that there had already been enforcement action.
c. Noted that the staff need to follow-up and ensure compliance on the Rollie Hamell
property.
d. Also noted that the removal of barbed wire fence on the Taber property had not
been accomplished.
48. Mr. Killen
a. Passed on a letter from the Crystal Beach Association that they had been notified
that there water was being turned off and notice was being given too early in the morning.
b. Passed to staff a letter from Ketchum City Council asking the city to join a
coalition to gain authority to regulate speed on state highways within city limits.
c Asked about the status of the Super 8 Motel construction. Mr. Shimun reported
that only a foundation permit had been issued. The developer had some discussions with
the Planning and Zoning Commission but had presented no plans or an application for any
other building permits.
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d. Passed on to staff an invitation from Camp Morrison celebrating a "30 years in
McCall Community Appreciation Week."
e. Asked the status of the trailer court fencing on Park Street. Mr. Shimun reported
that he had prepared a letter requesting compliance with the conditions of the conditional
use permit.
f. Requested that staff get a closure on the Floyde Street extension issue.
Adjournment
49. Without further business, Mr. Colton moved to adjourn. Mr. Killen seconded and the
motion carried unanimously. The council adjourned at 9:59 P.M.
ATTEST:
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