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McCall City Council
7: 00 PM Thursday, December 19, 1996
McCall City Hall (Lower Level) 216 East Park Street
Call To Order And Roll Call
1. The meeting was called to order at 7:03 P.M. by Mayor Killen.
2. Mr. Martens, Mr. Killen, Mr. Colton, and Ms. Arp answered the roll call. Mr. Eckhart
was absent. A quorum was present. Staff members present were City Manager, Gary
Shimun, City Attorney, Ted Burton, and Deputy City Clerk, Cherry Woodbury.
Minutes Of Previous Meeting(s)
3. Minutes of December 12, 1996 - Special Meeting - Mr. Martens moved to approve the
minutes. Mr. Colton seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
4. Minutes of December 5, 1996 - Regular Meeting - Mr. Killen moved to lay approval of
the minutes on the table due to a missing page of notes. Mr. Colton seconded and the
motion carried unanimously. (The minutes will be submitted again at the December 31 st
special meeting.)
Payment Of Claims
5. Vendor Invoice Approval List Report Dated December 16, 1996 - A question was raised
concerning the fire and EMS phone charges. Mr. Shimun explained these were for the
airport. Mr. Colton moved to approve the claims listed on the report. Mr. Martens
seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
6. Payroll Report Dated December 12, 1996 - Ms. Arp moved to approve the payroll. Mr.
Martens seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
7. Payroll Report Dated December 2, 1996 - Ms. Arp moved to approve the payroll. Mr.
Colton seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Public Comment
The Mayor called for public comment. The following items were brought forward on the agenda.
8. Mr. Killen mentioned the passing away of Francis Wallace and moved that the city extend
written condolences to the Wallace family for Mr. Wallace's long standing service to the
community. Mr. Martens seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Ordinance Amending City Code Respecting Snowmobiles - Mr. Burton presented an
overview of the revised ordinance. Changes involving definitions, noise levels, hours of
operation, safety inspections and fees ($5 - $10 annually), sticker identification, public
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awareness and information (maps & brochures), parking within the city, riding on private
property or in the area of the hospital, driving under the influence, etc. was discussed.
Mr. Killen moved to suspend the rules for a first reading of the ordinance, 96-710, with
corrections and additions by title only. Mr. Martens seconded. At a roll call vote, Mr.
Killen, Mr. Martens, Mr. Colton, Ms. Arp voted "aye". The motion carried. Mr. Burton
read the proposed ordinance by title. Mr. Killen requested a special meeting be set to
review the changes. The meeting date was set for December 31 st at 11: A.M.
10. Curtis Spalding presented an update on the skating rink. The liner is in place and is being
filled. There is proposed seating, lighting, decorations, etc. Mr. Spalding commended
Bob Peckham for his efforts on this project.
Board, Committee And Commission Minutes Requiring Action
11. Golf Course Advisory Committee- Mission Statement Review - Mr. Shimun reviewed the
new mission statement of the Golf Course Advisory Committee. It was suggested that
page 1, #6 include the Clubhouse Restaurant contract provisions and that on page 2, #2
limitations on residency within the city be deleted. Mr. Killen moved to adopt the Golf
Course Advisory Committee Mission Statement as revised. Ms. Arp seconded and the
motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Killen inquired as to the status of the Golf Pro's recommendation on public play
during tournaments. Council requested that a recommendation be provided by the end of
February.
10. City Planning & Zoning Findings And Conclusions In Support Of Approval Of
Construction In Scenic Route Overlay District
Maverik Country Store - Andy Locke presented a site plan and photo examples of the new
location and store. Mr. Martens moved to adopt the findings and conclusions of law of
the Planning & Zonning Commission in support of construction of the Maverik Country
Store & Bakery in the Scenic Route Overlay District subject to the five conditions listed.
Mr. Killen seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Napa Auto Parts - Andy Locke presented a site plan for a retail/storage building addition.
Discussion followed on the exterior siding which is to be compatible with the adjacent
building. Ms. Arp moved to adopt the findings and conclusions of law of the Planning &
Zoning Commision in support of the construction of the Napa Auto Parts addition in the
Scenic Route Overlay District. Mr. Colton seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
McCall Donnelly Middle School - Andy Locke presented this additional item for an
amendment to the Conditional Use Permit to construction awnings over the school
entrances. This would address the safety issues of falling snow/ice blocking doors or
causing injury. Mr. Martens moved to adopt the findings and conclusions of the Planning
& Zoning Commission in support of an amendment to the Conditional Use Permit. Ms.
Arp seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
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Old Business
11. J-Ditch Three Party Agreement - Mr. Burton reviewed the change to page 5, paragraph
12, covering insurance liability. Mr. Burton pointed that the December 15, 1996, date had
been changed to January 10, 1997, for the individual user agreements. Mr. Killen moved
to approve the J-Ditch Three Party Agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign. Mr.
Martens seconded. At a roll call vote Mr. Killen, Mr. Martens, Mr. Colton, and Ms. Arp
voted "aye". The motion carried.
12. Application For Payment No. 11 - Water Treatment Plant - Mr. Shimun presented the pay
request and stated staffs recommendation to authorize payment to Contractors
Northwest. Ms. Arp moved to approve payment no. 11 to Contractors Northwest. Mr.
Colton seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
13. Pay Request No. 3 - Pump Station Modifications - Mr. Shimun presented Toothman
Orton and staff's recommendation to authorize payment to Ross Enterprises. Mr.
Martens moved to approve pay request no. 3 to Ross Enterprises. Ms. Arp seconded and
the motion carried unanimously.
14. Application For Payment No. 4 - Sand Filter Project - Mr. Shimun commented that this
pay request was reviewed and approved by JUB and recommended payment to Bezates
Construction Company. It was stated that the sand filters are operational and that there
has been a reduction from 250 PPM to 30 PPM in particles removed. Mr. Colton moved
to approve application for payment no. 4 to Bezates Construction. Mr. Martens seconded
and the motion carried unanimously.
New Business
15. Beer, Wine And Liquor Licenses - Mr. Shimun requested Council to approve the list
inclusive of the 3 facilities that still had not submitted application and payment. Council
requested that staff review the Beer, Wine and Liquor License Ordinance to verify the
necessity for Council approval for renewal applications.
Mr. Killen moved to recess for 10 minutes. Mr. Martens seconded and the motion carried
unanimously. The meeting reconvened at 9:35 P.M.
Mr. Killen moved to approved the renewal applications only - excluding the 3 facilities.
Mr. Martens seconded and the motion carried unanimously. It was decided that the 3
applications and payments not yet submitted would be on the agenda for the December
31 st meeting for review.
17. Change Order No. 2 - Pump Station Modifications - Ms. Arp moved to approve change
order no. 2 to the contract with Ross Enterprises. Mr. Killen seconded. At a roll call vote
Ms. Arp, Mr. Killen, Mr. Martens, and Mr. Colton voted "aye". The motion carried.
18. Complaint Regarding Lack Of Snow Removal On Roosevelt Street Abandonment - Mr.
Shimun stated that this portion of Roosevelt is no longer maintained by the city. After the
settlement of the Kalman matter, access to the property is perceived to be like that of a
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private driveway. After some discussion, Council concurred and requested a response be
written to Jean Odmark.
19. Annual Road And Street Financial Report - Mr. Colton moved to approve the annual
report. Ms. Arp seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
20. Pawnbroker License Application Renewal- Art's Sports Stop - Council requested that the
ordinance pertaining to such matters be reviewed and suggested that only applications
with changes or staff objections should need Council approval. Ms Arp moved to
approval the pawnbroker license application. Mr. Martens seconded and the motion
carried unanimously.
21. Mr. Shimun introduced a new item regarding the FAA Reimbursable Agreement. Mr.
Shimun stated staffs recommendation to enter into the agreement. Mr. Killen moved to
approve the agreement and authorize the City Manager to sign. Ms. Apr seconded. At a
roll call vote Mr. Killen, Ms. Arp, Mr. Martens, and Mr. Colton voted "aye". The motion
carried.
22. Mr. Shimun presented the Urban Renewal Agency's request for a loan ($42,500.00 plus
accrued interest) from city money to purchase property. The loan would be at a specified
interest rate and would be reimbursed from tax funds received by the agency in January.
Mr. Killen moved to approve the loan. Ms. Arp seconded. At a roll call vote Mr. Killen,
Ms. Arp, Mr. Martens, and Mr. Colton voted "aye". The motion carried.
23. Mr. Shimun proposed to Council that City Hall be closed early (3:00 PM) on Christmas
Eve day and New Years Eve day. Ms. Arp moved to approve the closure of City Hall
early on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve. Mr. Killen seconded and the motion carried
unanimously. (The early closure is with pay for hourly employees)
24. Mr. Burton presented Orndorff & Trout's Agreement To Employ Counsel for the
Montgomery Watson matter. Mr. Killen moved to approve the agreement. Mr. Martens
seconded. At a roll call vote Mr. Killen, Mr. Martens, Mr. Colton, and Ms. Arp voted
"aye". The motion carried.
Consent Calendar
25. Letter To Brian Petersen, Contractors Northwest, From Rich Kinder, Toothman Orton, Re
Grading Plan/Excess Material - Water Treatment Plant
26. Letter To Rich Kinder, Toothman Orton, From Brian Petersen, Contractors Northwest,
Concerning Water Treatment Plant Project
27. Letter To Brian Petersen, Contractors Northwest, From Rich Kinder, Toothman Orton,
Regarding Water Pipeline Testing - Water Treatment Plant
28. Letter To Brian Petersen, Contractors Northwest, From Rich Kinder, Toothman Orton,
Regarding Submittal On Protective Coating Sample
29. Letter To Brain Petersen, Contractors Northwest, From Rich Kinder, Toothman Orton, On
Ozone Facility Contact Basin
30. Letter To Silas Gilbert, Montgomery Watson, From Rich Kinder, Toothman Orton, Re
Subconsultant Agreement - Factory Witness Test
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31. Letter To Brian Petersen, Contractors Northwest, From Rich Kinder, Toothman Orton,
Regarding Grading Plan - Water Treatment Plant
32. Memo To DEQ From Bill Keating Re Lift Station #6
33. Letter To Steve Stoddard, Central Idaho Research Associates, From Gary Shimun
Concerning J Ditch
34. Contractors Northwest Timeline - WIP Completion Schedule
35. District 3 - Highway Development Program
36. Letter To Wayne VanCour, Cascade Reservoir Coordinating Council, From Joe King, DEQ,
Re Monthly Meeting
37. Letter To Damon McAlister, JUB, From Jack Gantz, DEQ, Re Sand Filter Project - Change
Order No. 1 Approval
38. Letter To Monte Marchus, DEQ, From Jackie DeClue Re SMR Interim Sewage Lift Station
39. Letter To Jackie DeClue From Robert and Linda Youde Regarding Chipmunk Lane
There was discussion on the reduced lot size due to the City easement. Although building on
the lot may be questionable under the area covenant, it was concluded that the City could give
approval.
40. Letter To Gary Shimun From Gregory Schade Concerning Deinhard/Boydstrum Connector -
TrafTic, Beautification And Economy Comments
41. Letter To John Walters, US Postal Service, From Gary Shimun Regarding Post Office
Location
42. Letter To Chief Parker From Steven Dye Re Juvenile Detective
43. Letter To Ralph Colton, M-D School District, From Chief Parker Re Juvenile Detective
Mr. Martens felt that there has been a good response to having the juvenile detective present
at school and teenage functions.
44. Letter To Gary Shimun From Jimmy Ross, Transportation Department, Re Bike Trail
45. Letter To Gary Shimun From Gregory Smith, Idaho Consulting International, Re Conducting
Public Opinion Research For City
46. Note To Gary Shimun From Bob Peckham Re Idaho Statesman Article
47. Letter To Mayor From James Furniss, ICRMP, Regarding Annual Statement
48. ICRMP Loss Run For Month Of November
49. Letter To Jackie DeClue From Gary Swain Concerning Chipmunk Lane
50. Parks And Recreation Committee Minutes Dated November 18, 1996
51. Historic Preservation Commission Minutes Dated August 28, 1996
52. City Planning And Zoning Findings And Conclusions In Support Of Approval Of Scenic
Highway District Construction - Mtn Valley Orthopedic
53. City Planning And Zoning Findings And Conclusions In Support Of Approval Of Scenic
Highway District Construction - Payette Lake Christian Center
54. City Planning And Zoning Findings And Conclusions In Support Of Approval Of Scenic
Highway District Construction - Super 8 Motel
55. Thank You Note For Use Of Clubhouse - Cross Country Ski Team
56. Public Library Board Meeting Dated November 21, 1996
57. Heatland Highlander Report
58. City Report - December 4, 1996 Issue
59. Action Update
Call For Additional Items
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Staff Reports
60. City Manager
a. The Council noted a written report.
b. Mr. Shimun reported on the Golf Course incident. He commented that Mike Combs'
job performance had been good. Mr. Shimun proposed to Council that both Mike
Combs and Randy McJunkin lose a week's pay and be on probation for 6 months for
the inappropriate use of the Golf Course pickup. The Council recommended that the
City Manager handle the matter as he sees fit.
c. Mr. Shimun noted the handout relating to the property tax levy and the new fire district
tax.
61. City Attorney
a. The Council noted a written report.
b. Mr. Burton noted request for time off during the holidays.
c. Mr. Burton reported that January 9, 1997, is the targeted day to have the J-Ditch
individual users' agreements completed.
d. Council decided that Mr. Burton's annual performance evaluation would be on January
21, 1997, at 11:30 AM.
62. City Clerk/Treasurer
- Hand Check Approval - January Utility Billing - Mr. Colton moved to approve hand
check. Mr. Killen seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
63. City Engineer
64. Chief Of Police
a. The Council noted a written report.
65. Public Works Director
a. The Council noted a written report.
66. Recreation Director
Mayor and Council Comments and Reports
67. Mr. Colton - Had nothing further
68. Ms. Arp - Inquired about the liability regarding the ski bus and requested clarification on
this issue.
69. Mr. Eckhardt - Was not present.
70. Mr. Martens - Inquired on the following
- Barbara Holliday's residency status for Planning and Zoning vacancy.
- Whether approval had been obtained for snow storage on Lick Creek and Davis
71. Mr. Killen - Mentioned that with the passing away of Francis Wallace, there would be a
vacancy on the Urban Renewal Agency. Advertising for a candidate will be needed.
The Council scheduled a special meeting for December 31st at 11:30 AM to address the following
- Approval Of The Minutes of December 5, 1996 - Regular Meeting
- Ordinance Amending City Code Respecting Snowmobiles
- Beer, Wine, and Liquor Licenses
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Adjournment
72. Without further business, Mr. Colton moved to adjourn. Mr. Martens seconded and the
motion carried. The Council adjourned at 10:20 PM.
ATTEST:
William M. Killen, Mayor
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Cherry Wory, Deputy City Cl
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