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McCall City Council
Regular Meeting
Thursday, March 10, 2005
Table of Contents
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENT
CONSENT AGENDA
• Minutes of February 10, 2005
• Payment Approval List for Warrant Registers for input dates between February 19, 2005 and
March 3, 2005
• Payroll Report for Pay Period Ending February 25, 2005
• AB 05-45 Alcohol Beverage Catering Permits
• AB 05-49 Arbor Day Proclamation and Grant Application
• AB 05-52 Assignment and Assumption of Airport Hangar Lease — Johnson to MacNichol
BUSINESS
• AB 05-47
• AB 05-56
• AB 05-51
• AB 05-48
• AB 05-46
• AB 05-55
• AB 05-53
Idaho Power Presentation
Request for access across City Property
Gem Community Action Plan
Youth Officer Position Report
Timbercrest Sewer Agreement
Fire Station Remodel
Surplus Fund Balance Priority Expenditures
REPORTS
• Library Board of Trustees Minutes January 20, 2005
• Public Works Expense Report from Winter Carnival 2005
• Consolidated Department Report
• Police Department Summary
ADJOURNMENT
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CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Eimers called the regular meeting of the McCall City Council to order at
6:03 p.m. Council Member Bertram, Council Member Greer, Council Member
Muller, Council Member Robertson, and Mayor Eimers answered roll call. A
quorum was present.
City staff members present were Amanda Townsend, Treasurer; Anne Kantola,
Library Director; Bill Keating, Public Works Director; Dan Irwin, City Clerk;
Lindley Kirkpatrick, City Manager; Paul Turcke, City Attorney; Ralph Appa, Police
Chief; Shawn Kohtz, City Engineer; and Victoria Last, Youth Officer.
Mayor Eimers led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Eimers called for public comment.
Brigid Wiking, 129 Sue Drive, spoke in opposition of gated communities. She stated
that many other communities have banned gated communities because of the negative
impacts they bring. Ms. Wiking provided the Council with materials for review.
John Blaye, Economic Development Coordinator for Valley County, introduced Melanie
Reece from Reece Consulting Incorporated. He stated that Ms. Reece has been hired
as the consultant who will be conducting the housing market and needs assessment for
the area.
Melanie Reece, Reece Consulting Incorporated, explained that she will be conducting a
housing market and needs assessment for the local area. She said that the study is
expected to be completed in June 2005. Ms. Reece stated that the study will examine
the many characteristics that affect housing including land use policies and
employment.
Council Member Bertram stated that the City Council approved two annexation
requests at their last meeting. She asked if it was possible to propose an agreement
with the developers that would require them to provide affordable housing before
approving the final plats for the developments.
Ms. Reece stated that many techniques can be used that would require the developer
to provide affordable housing as a condition of annexation approval. She stated that
zoning requirements and other techniques can be employed prior to subdivision
approval that would require similar conditions to be met. Ms. Reece requested patience
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from the Council as she needs to learn about the problems in the area before she can
make specific recommendations.
Council Member Robertson asked what would be detailed in the final report.
Ms. Reece explained the report would include an analysis of the local housing market in
Valley County and portions of Adams County. She stated that the report will address
the demands of the market segregated by income and area. She stated that she has
15 years of experience conducting similar studies for mountain communities. Ms.
Reece stated that she has heard about the explosive growth in the area and the
increasing real estate prices. She said that after conducting the study she will give a
presentation to the local officials about the recommendations she suggests be taken.
Ms. Reece stated that the elected officials of each community will be able to implement
the various options as they see necessary.
Mr. Blaye stated that Ms. Reece would be making her final presentation before all of the
elected officials in the participating jurisdictions. He stated that the Economic
Development group is in the process of rewriting the RFP for hiring a housing
consultant. He stated that a growth management task force has been formed that
consists of 45 state and federal agencies. Mr. Blaye stated that the teams will be
issuing reports on land use, housing, transportation, and infrastructure for the area. He
stated that the results of the findings will allow the opportunity to apply for grants that
will assist in completing a regional economic growth plan.
Hearing no further comments, Mayor Eimers closed the public comment at 6:20
p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Robertson and Council Member Muller provided corrections to the
February 10, 2005 Minutes to be made prior to the Mayor signing them.
Council Member Robertson asked about the process needed to change the zoning
code to provide for increased penalties for businesses operating in a residential zone.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that if the change is made to the zoning ordinance the Planning
and Zoning Commission will begin the process and the City Council will eventually
adopt a revised ordinance.
Council Member Robertson asked about the expense for the summary appraisal of the
old fire station. He stated that the expense seemed to be excessive.
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Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the cost represents one half of the total cost of the appraisal.
He stated that the appraisal examined both the City's and Fire District's interest in the
two properties. He agreed that it was an expensive appraisal.
Council Member Robertson asked if the expense for the airsoft pistols was for a product
that will only serve a one time use.
Chief Appa stated that the equipment purchase was used for the active shooter training
and included a protective mask. He stated that the purchase will reduce the overall
ammunition costs to the department over time as they will be utilized for other training
purposes as well.
Council Member Bertram asked if expense to J-U-B for the sludge removal study was
for the project that the Council determined not to proceed with. Mr. Kirkpatrick
confirmed the expense was for the study of the project.
Council Member Robertson asked about the expenses for the Ikon Office Solutions
maintenance agreement.
Dan Irwin, City Clerk, explained that the cost was for a maintenance agreement for the
Public Works photocopier. He stated that the contract had expired in June 2004 and
the company agreed to reinstate the agreement back to when the lapse of coverage
occurred.
Council Member Robertson asked which vehicle had the Les Schwab tires installed.
Bill Keating, Public Works Director, stated that it was an older service vehicle that is
utilized by the Public Works Department.
Council Member Robertson asked about the publication expense for the public hearing
regarding golf fees.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the ad was published for two weeks and then pulled from
Council consideration.
Council Member Robertson stated that the phone service for the Public Works
Department and the Idaho Power bill for the water treatment plant seemed to be
excessive. He requested that Mr. Keating research the costs.
Council Member Robertson asked about the expense to the Payette Lakes
Recreational Water and Sewer District for the boundary adjustment.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the adjustment is for an area near the State Park where
service responsibility was shifted four years ago. He stated that the City should be
nearing the final payment required under the agreement.
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Mayor Eimers questioned the Police Chief about the increase in compensatory time
accumulated by the Police Department.
Chief Appa stated that he would research the trend and report back to the Council.
Council Member Robertson stated that the City Arborist will no longer be employed
when Arbor Day is held. He stated that Mr. Kirkpatrick will need to oversee the
activities for the Arbor Day Grant if it is awarded to the City.
Council Member Bertram requested that AB 05-52 be moved to the business agenda
for discussion. The Council agreed to move the item to the business agenda.
Council Member Bertram stated that she will not support passing the consent agenda
since there is a hardship payment on the warrant register. Council Member Robertson
concurred.
Council Member Muller moved to approve the Consent Agenda as amended and
authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents. Mayor Eimers seconded
the motion. In a roll call vote, Council Member Muller, Council Member Greer,
and Mayor Eimers voted aye. Council Member Bertram and Council Member
Robertson voted nay. The motion carried.
BUSINESS AGENDA
AB 05-47 Idaho Power Presentation
Layne Dodson, Idaho Power Community Relations Representative, presented an
overview of the plans for new projects that will provide more reliable electrical service to
the area. Mr. Dodson stated that the area around McCall is currently served by a power
supply line from Hell's Canyon and another from Emmett. He explained that the
capacity of the line from Emmett isn't sufficient to provide the area with power if the
service from Hell's Canyon goes out. Mr. Dodson stated that the company is planning
to add a new line from Hell's Canyon that will be able to provide sufficient capacity. The
construction of a new substation on Scheline road has been approved and will handle
the new capacity. Mr. Dodson stated that the entire project will cost between $30 and
$50 million when completed and will provide increased capacity and more reliability to
the area.
Council Member Robertson asked if the company could choose another location for the
placement of the substation and replace the existing power lines. He would prefer that
the power lines be buried or removed from their placement along Highway 55.
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Council Member Bertram stated that she doesn't think the public comment forms will
have any effect on the company's final decision on how to proceed on the project as the
decision will be driven by economics and the company's shareholders.
Mayor Eimers asked who has the final authority for approving the project.
Mr. Dodson stated that the total project hasn't been approved and explained that the
difference in cost dictates the need to install overhead power lines. Mr. Dodson stated
that the company has to base their ultimate decision on economics since the Public
Utilities Commission will not allow them to pass on the costs to other areas.
Council Member Robertson stated that he understands the economic factors requiring
the placement of overhead lines but would like to see the power lines moved from
Highway 55.
Layne Dodson stated that it was his intention to gather the comments from the City
Council. He stated that he understands the Council's desire to remove the lines from
along Highway 55. Mr. Dodson stated that the company held an open house where
residents voiced their opposition to the placement of lines throughout their
neighborhoods. He stated that the company is going to have to make an informed
decision of whether to place the lines on West Mountain Road, Nissula Road, or
Highway 55. He stated that the company will base their decision on the public
comments they receive.
Council Member Bertram stated that she would like the Council members to voice their
position on the plans for the project and complete the comment sheets.
Layne Dodson stated that the area needs to have increased reliability. He stated that
the company will review the comments before making a decision and the final plan will
be readvertised before it is implemented.
Mayor Eimers requested that Mr. Kirkpatrick prepare a comment sheet from the Council
and place it on the consent agenda at the next meeting.
Layne Dodson stated that the company welcomes public input and solutions in regards
to the dilemma they face in deciding the site placement. He stated that the upgrade
needs to be made soon, due to the demand and need in the area. Mr. Dodson stated
that he would return and present a report on what criteria was used to make the final
decision for the project.
AB 05-56 Request for access across City Property
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that Ray Alford has submitted a request to use City property in
order to access a 1.16 acre parcel adjacent to the East-West Loop project. He
explained that the 1.16 acre parcel is currently owned by Northwest Mountain Mission
and is a remnant parcel that was created when the East-West Loop project was
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initiated. Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the City owned parcel is an 80' wide strip of land
that was purchased in anticipation of the East-West Loop project. He stated that the
parcel contains water and sewer lines and only a portion is being used as right-of-way
for the East-West Loop. Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that Mr. Alford is requesting that the City
grant a permanent easement on the portion of the parcel that is not being developed in
order to access the remnant parcel. He stated that Mr. Alford has proposed to provide
affordable housing on the 1.16 acre site if access is granted. Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that
if the request is granted there will be a guarantee in place that the final project will meet
the HUD definition of affordable housing and will remain affordable housing.
Council Member Muller asked who would be responsible for building and maintaining
the road and ensuring the water and sewer lines aren't damaged.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that during the review process it will probably be determined that
the road will need to be paved and become the responsibility of the City.
Council Member Muller inquired about the zoning of the remnant parcel.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the parcel is zoned B residential which provides for eight
units per acre.
Council Member Muller asked if it would be feasible to construct the road for only eight
units of affordable housing. He asked what type of zoning would provide for more units
of housing.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated under the current zoning requirements a general commercial
designation could provide up to 20 units per acre.
Council Member Muller stated that he would be more supportive of the project if it
provided for more than eight units of housing.
Council Member Bertram stated that the City and County officials have been talking
about plans of requiring developers seeking annexation to set aside 15-25% of their
development for affordable housing. She asked the City Attorney if the City could
require the development be placed into the assets of the Housing Authority that will be
established.
Paul Turcke, City Attorney, stated that the property couldn't be placed into the Housing
Authority until it is established. He stated that development requests are typically
driven by applicants and thinks the City may be getting ahead of the process. Mr.
Turcke stated that Mr. Alford is requesting a guarantee from the City that they will allow
access across City property if he pursues the development of the property. He advised
that the Council should let the development process unfold before proposing a new
zoning designation or designating responsibility for road maintenance.
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Council Member Muller stated that the Council needs to discuss the issues about
granting Mr. Alford's request in order to ensure that the interests of the City are
protected.
Paul Turcke stated that the Council needs to be cautious in making requirements of the
developer prior to the beginning of the development process.
Mayor Eimers stated that Mr. Alford has requested the use of City property, and the
Council needs to discuss the terms that will be required if they grant the request. He
stated that the Council is supportive of the concept of the request but they need to
address the concerns about the risk associated with the construction of the road and
the density of the parcel in question.
Council Member Greer asked how the property ended up without legal access from a
road.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the property is owned by Northwest Mountain Mission. He
stated that when the State of Idaho acquired the right of ways for the East-West project
they allowed the property owners to keep the non -economic remnants. Mr. Kirkpatrick
stated that he would like the Council to decide if they favor giving access to Mr. Alford,
and if so, what requirements should be placed on the developer. He stated that he has
heard the Council express a desire that a guarantee should be made requiring that the
project be affordable, be cautious of the City water and sewer lines, and require the
developer to perform the surface restoration to the road.
Council Member Greer stated that he is not in favor of giving up public property to
facilitate private development.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that an argument can be made that the community will benefit by
granting the easement because of the establishment of affordable housing.
Council Member Robertson stated that he supports the concepts of the proposal but
believes that there are many issues that would need to be addressed.
Council Member Bertram stated that the City needs to let the development community
know that they will be required to provide affordable housing in the future. She stated
that the City should be supportive of affordable housing projects that are proposed in
the interim time.
Mayor Eimers stated that a final agreement would have to be adopted by the Council.
He stated that the request is to give staff the authority to negotiate an agreement for the
proposal.
Council Member Robertson moved to direct staff to negotiate an agreement with
Mr. Alford that will allow access to the 1.16 acre parcel upon the condition that
affordable housing is provided. Mayor Eimers seconded the motion. In a voice
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vote, Council Member Bertram, Council Member Robertson, Council Member
Muller, and Mayor Eimers voted aye. Council Member Greer voted nay. The
motion carried.
AB 05-51 Gem Community Action Plan
Judy Drake, McCall Improvement Committee, presented the Gem Community Action
Plan to the Council. Mrs. Drake noted that some minor changes were made to the plan
by the McCall Improvement Committee that weren't included in the Council's materials.
Mayor Eimers stated that he didn't like being presented with the late additions to the
Action Plan. He stated that he would have liked the opportunity to study the material
before taking action.
Mrs. Drake stated that the Committee would be willing to bring the Action Plan back to
the Council at a later date if they wanted more time to review the document.
Council Member Robertson asked when the materials are required to be submitted to
the State.
Mrs. Drake stated that the materials are due on March 10th, but there wouldn't be any
penalties for a late submission.
Council Member Bertram suggested that the Council adopt the draft Action Plan that
was contained in the Council's materials.
Mayor Eimers moved to approve the 2005-06 Gem Community Action Plan
contained in the Council's packet of materials and authorize the submission of
the Plan to the Idaho Department of Commerce and Labor. Council Member
Robertson seconded the motion. All Council Members voted aye. The motion
carried.
Mrs. Drake commended the hard work that Carol Coyle performs for the City.
AB 05-48 Youth Officer Position Report
Chief Appa stated that at a prior meeting the Council had requested a report on the
duties of the Youth Officer. Mr. Appa introduced Officer Vic Last to the Council.
Officer Last gave a presentation on the duties she performs as the Youth Officer. She
explained that she assumed the position when Officer deVerteuil was deployed to Iraq.
Officer Last stated that she has been involved in the bike rodeo, hospital fair, Youth
Advisory Committee, Safe Schools Team Planning, Children's Resource Team, Multi -
Disciplinary Task Force, and Natural Helpers. She stated that she has established an
attendance court at the schools to assist in dealing with truancies. Officer Last stated
that she attends sport activities and other extracurricular activities for all four schools.
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She stated that she has a good working relationship with the school administration and
staff. Officer Last stated that she tries to mediate problems before passing the violators
along to the court system. During her typical day she receives calls from students and
staff regarding a broad range of issues. She stated that she keeps a good relationship
even with the kids who have been in trouble. She stated that she has been involved
with crimes dealing with alcohol, tobacco, drugs, arson, vandalism, thefts, assault,
battery, and burglaries. Officer Last stated that over the past year she has issued
arrests for 15 alcohol, 3 tobacco, and 11 for drug and paraphernalia violations.
Mayor Eimers stated that the Council hasn't heard any complaints from the schools and
believes that she is doing a good job in her position. He added that the school has
increased the amount of money they contribute for overtime activities so they must be
supportive of the position.
Council Member Bertram asked how full the Juvenile Detention Center was.
Officer Last stated that the facility was nearly empty during Christmas but has begun to
fill up again.
Chief Appa stated that the presence of Officer Last in the schools has allowed her to
prevent potential disastrous situations with troubled youth. He stated that Officer Last
has been instrumental in working with Child Protection Services and Juvenile Detention.
Council Member Greer stated that society views the Police Department as a group
separate from the community. He said that the establishment of the Youth Officer
establishes Police Department interaction in the community with the youth. Council
Member Greer said that he believes the position allows for the prevention of future
crime.
Council Member Bertram stated that she likes programs that establish incentives for
keeping juveniles out the legal system.
Council Member Muller stated that with the increase in the community's population
there is an increase in drug use. He supports eliminating the problem and making it a
priority for enforcement.
AB 05-46 Timbercrest Sewer Agreement
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the developers of the Timbercrest Downtown Condominiums
project and the Pine Meadows Condominium project have proposed an agreement to
repair 2,790 feet of sewer line along Lake Street in exchange for sewer service from the
City. Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the agreement has built in safety assumptions that
favor the interests of the City.
Council Member Robertson provided corrections to the performance agreement.
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Council Member Bertram asked if the developer's contractor or the City would be
performing the work.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the developer's contractor would be performing the work. He
explained that as a condition of the agreement the contractor must issue a performance
bond to ensure protection to the City.
Council Member Bertram requested that the project be monitored to ensure all work is
performed correctly.
Council Member Muller moved to approve the Performance Agreement with Chad
Olsen as amended and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents.
Council Member Robertson seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, Council
Member Greer, Mayor Eimers, Council Member Bertram, Council Member
Robertson, and Council Member Muller voted aye. The motion carried.
AB 05-55 Fire Station Remodel
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the remodel the fire station for additional office space was
approved as part of the budget. He stated that there is an existing need for office
space for both administrative staff and the Police Department and meeting space for
the Library. He stated that staff has arrived at two options for utilizing the building. The
first option is to remodel the fire station to become the new City Hall with the Police
Department consuming the entirety of the existing building. The second option would
be to remodel the old fire station to become the police station and City Hall would
expand into the existing Police Department office space. Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that
staff is recommending that the old fire station be remodeled to become City Hall. He
stated that the building would be able to provide space for all administrative staff
including the Parks and Recreation Department. Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that regardless
of what option is chosen back office support will be moved into the old Fire Station as
an interim measure.
Council Member Muller asked what still needs to be done to finalize the City's sole
ownership of the old fire station.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the land where the new fire station is located was purchased
with FAA funds. He said that a three way agreement needs to be executed between
the Fire District, City, and FAA to complete the acquisition of the old fire station. He
explained that the agreement will require that the City put funds back into the Airport
fund for future land acquisition.
Council Member Muller suggested that the City may be able to sell the old fire station
and construct a new police station by the airport. He is concerned that problems may
be encountered in the remodel of the old fire station. Council Member Muller stated
that he would like all emergency services to be located in one location if possible and
the construction of a new building may be less expensive in the long run. Council
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Member Muller would like to see the detailed costs of all three options before making a
decision.
Mayor Eimers stated that he thinks the expense of constructing a new police station
would require the passing of a bond measure.
Council Member Muller requested that staff prepare the costs for all of the available
options including a commercial appraisal of the property.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that another possible option would be to rent office space as an
interim measure.
Council Member Bertram stated that she would also like to see all emergency services
kept together.
Amanda Townsend stated that the City might be limited in their options of renting office
space due to the limitations of connecting to the City's network server.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that if the Council decides on renting office space the Community
Development would probably be relocated due to the network limitations.
Mayor Eimers stated that he would like to have the total operating and capital costs
examined in order to make the best decision.
Council Member Robertson stated that additional office space is a current need and a
limited amount of money could be used to remodel the fire station for the backoffice
staff members until a study of all of the options is complete. He suggested performing
a minor remodel of the building as a temporary provision and then conducting a cost
study for the other alternatives.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the Library needs to have a secure space where meetings
can be held. He stated that the option that involves selling the Fire Station will not be
able to address the need.
Anne Kantola stated that the Library Board feels that the previous City Council had
promised the use of the old fire station to the Library for future expansion. She said
that the Board had planned on utilizing the building as a part of the long range plans for
the districting proposal.
Mr. Kirkpatrick requested that the Council approve the limited remodel of the old Fire
Station for back office functions as an interim measure until the costs for all options can
be prepared. He estimated that the costs for the temporary remodel will be
approximately $6,000 to $7,000.
The Council voiced their support of the plan.
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AB 05-53 Surplus Fund Balance Priority Expenditures
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the City Staff held a meeting to discuss the projects identified
by the Council for the use of the surplus fund balance. He stated that staff identified
several projects that equal the amount of surplus available.
Council Member Robertson stated the prioritized list identified $71,000 for sewer
projects and $263,000 had already been budgeted for the Mission to Mather project
which will now be completed by a private developer. He asked how the budget money
would be utilized.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that there are many problems in the sewer system. He stated
that funds needed to be added that would address the additional and unexpected costs
that will occur in fixing the problems.
Council Member Robertson stated that the $100,000 budgeted for the Rio Vista Step
System should be redirected for other sewer improvements if the project isn't able to be
completed.
Mayor Eimers stated that Rio Vista residents need to get sewer service. He stated that
the Council needs to get an answer from DEQ if the Step System project will be
approved or not.
Mayor Eimers asked about the lead abatement project at City Hall.
Mr. Kirkpatrick explained that the old firing range located inside of City Hall is
contaminated with lead dust from the many years of use. He explained that testing was
conducted and it was discovered that cleanup and abatement is needed throughout the
building.
Council Member Robertson asked about the money for the Deinhard Lane bike path.
He stated that he thought the Council was going to study the overall plan and seek the
approval of a bond issue for funding.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the money identified for the surplus fund balance would study
the problem by the Middle School and provide for future savings.
Council Member Robertson asked why the replacement vehicle for the Police
Department wasn't included in the identified needs for the use of the surplus funds.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that it was decided to convert the Community Development
vehicle into a marked patrol vehicle. He stated that the Police Department will assume
the lease payments for the vehicle.
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Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that staff would prepare a budget amendment and schedule the
required public hearing. He stated that some of the projects could begin before
adoption of the budget amendment with the use of contingency funds.
Council Member Muller moved to direct staff to prepare a budget amendment for
a public hearing, appropriating surplus fund balance in the General Fund and the
Streets/Public Works Funds as identified. Mayor Eimers seconded the motion.
All Council Members voted aye.
AB 05-52 Assignment and Assumption of Airport Hangar Lease — Johnson to
MacNichol
Council Member Bertram stated that the assignment of the lease allows the Council the
opportunity to discuss the possibilities of tightening the standards of the lease. She
stated that the public has voiced concerns about the current standards at the airport.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the lease specifies that the principal use of the space must
be related to the operations of the airport. He stated that the lease allows the Airport
Manager to determine what use is reasonable.
Council Member Bertram stated that she would like to see the leases strengthened and
not allow the use of hangars as living quarters.
Paul Turcke stated that under the terms of the lease, the Airport Manager is authorized
to strengthen the enforcement of acceptable uses at the airport.
Council Member Robertson stated that Council sets the rental rates by resolution and
each lease specifies how often the rates can change.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that research conducted by the former Airport Manager showed
that the current rates charged by the City are the second highest in the State.
Paul Turcke stated that the lease allows the Council to increase the amount of rent to
whatever has been advertised.
Council Member Robertson stated that he would like to look at changing the rates
charged for septic service at the airport. Council Member Muller agreed.
Council Member Robertson moved to approve the Lease transfer and authorize
the Mayor to sign the assignment and assumption of lease. Council Member
Muller seconded the motion. In a roll call vote, Mayor Eimers, Council Member
Robertson, Council Member Muller, Council Member Bertram, and Council
Member Greer voted aye. The motion carried.
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REPORTS
Mr. Kirkpatrick reported that telephone interviews had been conducted for the Airport
Manager position. He stated that he would be meeting with the Airport Advisory
Committee to decide which of the applicants would be scheduled for a formal interview.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that Roger Millar would be beginning his position as Community
Development Director on the following Wednesday.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that new Planning and Zoning applications have been received
for a final plat for River Ranch and a four lot subdivision on Wooley Avenue. He stated
that the Planning and Zoning Commission have been discussing changes to the zoning
ordinance and will be conducting a public hearing. He stated that the Whitetail
Annexation request would be heard before the Council at their next meeting and he
expects a high level of public interest.
Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the Four Corners Project construction contract had been
signed. He stated that he will provide the Council with a detailed construction schedule
when available.
Mayor Eimers stated that he would be gone from April 14th through May 15tn
Paul Turcke announced that he will be out of the office sometime in mid to late April.
He stated that he would be available by email and will periodically check his voicemail.
Dan Irwin announced that the Local Option Tax Commission would be conducting their
first meeting on March 14th
Chief Appa stated that the Police Department is sponsoring a Citizens Police Academy.
He requested that the Council recruit interested members of the community for
attendance. The Chief stated that the members of the Police Advisory Committee were
made aware of the change to become a committee to the department.
Bill Keating stated that two portable flow meters have been installed to begin monitoring
the typical sewer flow contribution from a residence. He stated that the flow meter that
comes into the plant was recently calibrated by an independent third party. Mr. Keating
stated that a mag meter had been purchased to replace the propeller meter that
measures the effluent that flows into the storage pond. He stated that Pharmer
Engineering is almost completed with the 10% design report for the water tank. He
asked if the Council would like him to present the report at the next meeting or just
provide a copy of the report.
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Council Member Bertram stated that she was only concerned about the ability to serve
the upper lots at Aspen Ridge. Bill Keating stated that the engineer is working on
developing a system to provide water to the lots.
Mr. Keating stated that he attends a weekly meeting with ITD and the contractor about
the East West Loop. He stated that the contractor has indicated that they will be able
to hook-up the J-Ditch line by the June 1st deadline.
Council Member Bertram stated that she thinks the City should have been more
responsive to the complaints voiced by Ms. Doleshal. She suggested that the City send
an employee to the residence or have the City Attorney draft another letter to her.
Paul Turcke stated that the City isn't responsible for guaranteeing the performance of
construction work. He stated that Ms. Doleshal needs to initiate litigation against the
contractor if she is unhappy with the construction work performed on her residence. He
stated that there would be risk involved by contacting her.
Council Member Bertram asked if a RFP had been issued for the impact fee study. Mr.
Kirkpatrick stated that he is working in conjunction with the City Attorney and Engineer
in the development of the RFP.
Council Member Bertram stated that the Central Idaho Historical Museum and Visitor
Center needs assistance for maintaining the SITPA buildings. She requested that the
departments of the City assist in any way possible.
Council Member Robertson asked when the Council would be receiving the master bike
path plan. Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that the plan is being reviewed by the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Committee and will eventually need to be seen by the
Transportation Committee. He stated that the information was needed to plan for a
possible bond measure in November.
Council Member Robertson stated that it is apparent that the City needs an officer that
can concentrate on enforcing drug crimes. He stated that the issue needs to be
discussed in the budget process.
Council Member Robertson stated that the Cross Country Masters will be coming to
McCall in 2007. He stated that the event is expected to bring in a lot of people and
revenue into the community.
Council Member Robertson inquired if an ordinance for parking regulations during snow
removal hours should be enacted. Mr. Kirkpatrick stated that he believes the City has
sufficient tools available to remedy the problem.
ADJOURNMENT
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Without further business, Mayor Eimers moved to adjourn. Council Member
Muller seconded the motion. All Council Members voted aye. The motion
carried. The Council adjourned at 10:40 p.m.
William A. Robertson, City Council President
ATTEST:
Dan Irwin, City Clerk
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