HomeMy Public PortalAboutCouncil Minutes 1998 07/23CITY OF MCCALL
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
MCCALL CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY - JULY 23, 1998
Table of Contents
Call to Order and Roll Call 2
Public Hearing 2
Public Comment 3
Consent Agenda .3
Business 4
AB 98-104 Vacate 6th Street 4
AB 98-105 Huckleberry Corners Condominiums Amended Plat .4
AB 98-106 Super 8 Lodge Construction of Spa 4
AB 98-107 ROS 98-8 Mill Park Condo's Amended Plat 4
AB 98-98 Recreation Lease .5
AB 98-108 Golf Course Well Project 5
AB 98-110 Basin 13 Stormwater Retention Center 6
AB 98-111 P Et Z Commission Board Member Removal 6
AB 98-90 1997 Uniform Fire Code Ordinance 6
Staff Reports 6
Mayor and Council Comments Et Reports .7
Adjourment 7
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MINUTES
Call To Order and Roll Call
The regular meeting of the McCall City Council was held July 23, 1998. Ralph Colton
called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Ms. Arp, Mr. Colton and Mr. Venable
answered roll call. Staff members present included City Manager Brian D. Olson, City
Treasurer/Finance Director Ashley Royal, City Planner Andy Locke, Deputy City Clerk
Cherry Woodbury and Administrative Assistant Racquet Thackeray.
Public Hearing
Ralph Colton stated the procedures of the public hearing and turned the hearing over
to Andy Locke. Mr. Locke stated Planning and Zoning has had three public hearings on
this P. U. D. located next to the lake. He stated this would be a single-phase project
and they are requesting several variations to the City Code, this allows one action
instead of multi variances. Mr. Locke stated the P Et Z Commission Board
recommended approving parts of the proposal but the vote wasn't unanimous. They
would like to have the roof measure 52 feet when measured from the lakeside. M-
Resorts offered to reduce the Clock Tower from 94 feet to 75 or 80 feet but P &t Z
would like to have it measure 60 feet when measured from the street side. The
retaining wall a deck meet requirements and the swimming pool must meet the
requirements. The P &t Z reviewed other items, the obstruction of view by adjacent
properties, Public Works access to the pump station, Shore Lodge permit for a 36 slip
Marina, the placement of the boardwalk, the bridge tower being smaller and the
parking study. Mr. Locke stated the P Et Z finds this to be a good proposal and it
would benefit the town. M Resorts representatives Brad Raulston and Bob MS.Caen �n���ENW 4
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were present to answer questions after the project review. Ms. Arp asked if the Big
Payette Water Quality Board agreed with the proposal. Mr. Raulston stated their first
recommendation was not to go along with the proposal, but since then they have
rescinded that opinion and are willing to compromise. Mr. Raulston also stated they
have contacted Department of Lands &t Army Corp of Engineers, the Fire Department,
and Public Works for approval and the parking study is being redesigned. Mr. Raulston
reviewed the plans and the changes made on the original plan with Council. Ms. Arp
asked if the redesigns have been presented to the P &t Z Board. Andy Locke stated
that P Et Z didn't address the beach and they wanted the Marina moved West of the T-
dock. Mr. Colton called for public comment. Ballard Smith stated as a downtown
businessman I would like to urge you to approve this plan. We need to make this
town a four -season resort. This is a real gift to McCall. This project will bring more
business to town. He stated the Pavilion needs to be enclosed, if it isn't it won't
work. Mr. Smith encouraged the Council to embrace this project and make changes.
Cherry Woodbury stated we need more jobs in the community and this would help.
She stated M-Resorts needs to make the necessary changes to accommodate sailboats.
Ray Venabl st ted sailboats could temporarily dock on the outside of the docks.
Brent S� seed he was in favor of the re -model. McCall doesn't have money to
beautify and this will make a centerpiece. He stated the town needs something like
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this. Ray Venable stated in a city it can go two ways, progress or stagnation, Highway
66 bypass has created ghost towRHe stated 3-5 million dollars will be spent on this
project at no cost to the City. ! Bird stated he opposes this project because of
the variances required, other businesses have to follow the codes. He is in favor of
the pavilions We have people reserve one-year ahead because of the view of the
lake, that should be preserved. This is cosmetic and they need to also remodel on the
inside. The parking problem needs to be addressed, currently people park at my
business and walk across to Shore Lodge. Bill McMurray of Spring Mountain Ranch
stated he is in favor of the project. McCall can be a great resort town and this would
enhance business. We have been forced into the wedding business and it would be
great to have another place for weddings. He encouraged the Council to look at the
big picture and move forward. Kim Zadel, President of the Chamber of Commerce
stated this town is a one and one half to two season town we need to make it a four -
season town. We need more meeting places and there are parking problems all over
town. The Chamber encourages you to support this project. Scott Findlay stated
McCall is not a resort town, it is a second home town for Boise. We need to do
something to create a resort town. Rick Fereday stated there are lots of good points
to pass this plan. Shore Lodge is a fifty -year -old building that needs renovation, they
have the money and can improve their facility. If we had money we would improve
all the old buildings that need to be brought up to code. There being no further
comments Mr. Colton closed the public hearing at 7:58 p.m. He stated the City will
continue to take public comment until the close of business on July 31, 1998. Kirk
Eimers and Dave Bieter entered the meeting at 7:56 p.m. Marilyn Arp and Ralph
Colton voiced concerns that the P &t Z Board had not reviewed the changes.
Discussion was held on the procedure to have the P &t Z Board review the changes.
Kirk Eimers asked to have the P &t Z Board's comments on the changes brought back to
the next City Council meeting.
Public Comment
Kim Zadel stated she would like to know what the schedule is for sweeping the
streets. She stated they don't look good and she needed to know the schedule.
Consent Agenda
Minutes of July 9, 1998 - Regular Meeting
Minutes of July 1, 1998 - Special Meeting
Invoice Approval Report Dated July 17, 1998
Payroll Reports Dated July 17, 1998
Liquor Catering Permit - Lardo Grill &t Saloon
Hand Checks - Two additional Invoices - G. Cornell Ft Canyon County
AB 98-103 Pay Request No. 2 for $5,460.63 - Mather Road Sewer Project
Additional bills were received for approval. Ms. Arp stated the July 9, 1998 minutes
should reflectVwritten comment was received. The City Attorney budget was
discussed. Brian Olson stated the overhead items were not included. Mr. Colton
made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Motion was seconded by Ms. Arp and
passed by unanimous vote.
Business
AB 98-104
Vacate 6th Street
Andy Locke stated one neighbor did not receive the letter, he called them, they
stated they would fax their comments, nothing has been faxed to date. Scott Findlay
stated slope of the property would be suitable for building but not for a road. The
owner will allow bike path and a park. Hugh McNair may comments on the potential
developments that would bring revenue to the City. Andy Locke stated building can
be done on steeper property than you can drive on. The City Council discussed the
advantages and disadvantages in vacation of a city street. Ms. Arp made a motion to
approve the Vacation of 6th Street as requested. Motion was seconded by Mr. Colton
and passed by unanimous vote. Dave Bieter of Moore Et McFadden reported on the
property division options available to the City. The City Council asked to hear from
both sides before making a decision.
AB 98-105 Huckleberry Corners Condominiums Amended Plat
Andy Locke stated the amendment to Sub 98-4 is minor. Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended this be approved by City Council. Ms. Arp made a motion
to adopt Sub 98-4 Huckleberry Corners Condominiums Amended Plat. Motion was
seconded by Mr. Colton and passed by unanimous vote.
AB 98-106 Super 8 Lodge Construction of Spa
Andy Locke stated the Super 8 Lodge would like to construct an enclosed Spa and
change the existing sign to one, which would be internally illuminated. Ms. Arp made
a motion to adopt the findings of the P &t Z Commission and approve the construction.
Motion was seconded by Mr. Colton and passed by unanimous vote.
AB 98-107 ROS 98-8 Mill Park Condo's Amended Plat
Andy Locke stated Mill Run Condominiums wishes to change their name to Mill Park
Condominiums, change the unit numbers and add the parking lot and driveway as
common area. He stated Mill Park Condominium amended plat changing the numbers
requires the Mayor signature. Ms. Arp made a motion to approve the Record of Survey
implementing an Amended Plat and instruct the Mayor to sign the plat. Motion was
seconded by Mr. Colton and passed by unanimous vote.
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AB 98-98 Recreation Lease with Joe Swinford
Bob Peckham stated he had been working on a lease for a new building for gymnastics
classes for about one year. The lease would provide the following benefits:
• No longer having to move gymnastics equipment two times per week.
• Allows the Recreation Department to have teen dances every other
month and other activities to help increase revenue.
• Allow the Library to increase its space;
• Provides better safety for the gymnastics children by being closer to
town and having a phone on the premises and closer proximity to
EMT's/Hospital.
• Provides more security for the equipment (currently the doors are
not locked at Bethel Park)
• Gives the gymnastics program more credibility by being in its own
building (we have signed a tease and are not going anywhere)
Mr. Peckham stated they are willing to include an office for me in the new building.
He stated he would be able allow for this expense in his budget even with a 0%
increase. Ms. Arp asked if the City would still be able to use the building should
gymnastic die out. Mr. Peckham assured her the City could. Ms. Arp asked if the City
would be paying rent after signing this agreement prior to the construction of the
building. Discussion followed. Dave Bieter stated the City shouldn't start paying rent
until we take possession. He stated the last line in SECTION FOURTEEN should have
"move into any City owned facility" changed to "to terminate said lease". The lease
should also have a Plat plan and building plan attached. Ms. Arp asked Mr. Peckham
to take these changes to the lease agreement back to Joe Swinford and bring the
lease agreement back to the next meeting.
AB 98-108 GOLF COURSE WELL PROJECT
Dan Pittard reported the Water Right Permit has been submitted, it wilt be advertised
for a two -week period. The City should get the drilling permit the first week in
August unless there are protests registered. Mr. Pittard reported two bids were
previously received Gestrin Well Drilling bid for $11,560 is the recommended bid.
Discussion followed on the cost of the 600 gpm, 25-horse power pump and the funding
in the budget to pay for the well. Mr. Colton made a motion to approve the
construction of the well, contract Gestrin Well Drilling after the drill permit is issued
by the Department of Water Resources and not to exceed $25,000. Motion was
seconded by Mayor Eimers and passed by roll call vote. Eimers-yes, Arp-Yes, Colton -
yes, Venable -yes.
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AB 98-110 BASIN 13 STORMWATER RETENTION CENTER
EPA 319 GRANT
Brian Olson stated the City and the Lakeport Plaza Developer have reached a
tentative cooperative agreement for a Basin 13 stormwater retention center facility.
EPA has provided a $71,000 grant requiring $47,400 in matching funds or in -kind work.
The developer will provide $35,550 of the match and the balance will be primarily in -
kind City staff work. Mr. Olson stated this is covered in the street repairs in the
budget. Mr. Colton made a motion to approve agreement with Lakeport Plaza
Developer as amended. Motion was seconded by Mayor Eimers and passed by roll call
vote. Eimers-yes, Colton -yes, Arp-yes, Venable -yes.
AB 98-111 P 8 Z COMMISSION BOARD MEMBER REMOVAL
Mayor Eimers opened the discussion on removal of a P &t Z Commission board member.
Dave Bieter made comments on the City Code and State Code regarding cause for
removal from a board member. Discussion was held on the removal process.
AB 98-90 1997 UNIFORM FIRE CODE
Dave Bieter stated this ordinance was drafted after conferring with the State and City
Fire Chiefs. Mr. Colton made a motion to dispense with the rule (50-902 IC) and
adopt Ordinance #724 after one reading. Motion was seconded by Ms. Arp and passed
by roll call vote. Colton -yes, Eimers-yes, Arp-yes, Venable -yes. City Manager Brian D.
Olson read Ordinance #724, AN ORDINANCE OF The CITY OF MCCALL, VALLEY COUNTY,
IDAHO, AMENDING The MCCAL CITY CODE 2-1-070 TO ADOPT The 1997 EDITION OF The
UNIFORM FIRE CODE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE, by title only for the one
reading.
Mr. Colton made a motion to take a short recess. Motion was seconded by Mayor
Eimer and passed by unanimous vote. Mayor Eimers recessed the meeting at 9:50
p.m. Mayor Eimers called the meeting to order at 10:05 p.m.
STAFF REPORTS
CITY MANAGER
Brian D. Olson introduced the City Treasurer/Finance Director Ashley Royal and the
Administrative Assistant Racquet Thackeray. Mr. Olson read a letter from Ballard
Smith pertaining to Taxes-Balshae Subdivision. Discussion followed.
ATTORNEY
Dave Bieter reported the Sidewalk Ordinance is in the process and will be brought
back to the Council in two weeks.
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FINANCE
Ashley Royal stated the urgent matter for him at this time is the Budget. Brian Olson
stated the budget should be ready for your review tomorrow.
AIRPORT
Gene Heikkola reported fifty-four of the fifty-eight antique airplanes expected landed
at the airport today and will be leaving in the morning. He stated the construction is
still in progress.
PLANNING & ZONING
Andy Locke reported the signs are coming up on Tuesday, the second meeting in
August.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REPORTS 015 ikSc# oe
Marilyn Arp asked if the J-Ditch was pumping. Brian Olson stated there was a leak/ S` L1I3
x er-teei and Ted Whiteman was not pumping because of the leaks. Discussion was 1i45'
held on the tentative J Ditch meeting Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Council agreed if all
parties involved could not attend the meeting, the meeting should not take place.
Council reviewed the City Council Action Update and discussion was held on
parliamentary procedures.
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Colton made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion was seconded by Mr.
Venable and passed by unanimous vote. Mayor Eimers declared the meeting
adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
ATTEST:
Rac e, j l E. Thackeray, Acting Ci
Kirk Eimers, Mayor