HomeMy Public PortalAboutMinutes_CCWorkMeeting_08162016CITY COUNCIL WORK MEETING
AUGUST 16, 2016 — 6:00 P.M.
IONA COMMUNITY CENTER
PRESENT: Mayor Brad Andersen, Council President Dan Gubler, Council Member Rob Geray,
Council Member Kathy McNamara, City Clerk Shara Roberts, Treasurer/Deputy Clerk Amy
Sullivan, Public Works Director Zech Prouse, and Chief of Police Karl Bowcutt.
ABSENT: Council Member Dan Garren.
VISITORS: Greg Hansen, Kurt Roland, and Allen Eldridge.
Development Discussion — Rockwell Homes: Vice President of Rockwell Homes Greg Hansen
explained the purpose of the request to meet with the City Council tonight was to discuss further
details regarding the potential development north of the City.
Mr. Hansen inquired if the City Council had any further updates on how they intended to supply
water service if they were to accept the new development. Council President Gubler explained
the Council's efforts still continue to acquire additional water rights. However, at this point in
time, they continue to wait on the seller to work out further details regarding the title of
ownership.
Mayor Andersen explained a secondary irrigation system was one other option discussed in
previous meetings. However, after doing some additional research it appears it is a large expense
and hasn't proven to be as successful in smaller cities.
Mayor Andersen explained another option discussed during a previous meeting was the potential
of water meters on new development into the City as it has proven to reduce usage by one third.
He also suggested developing the swells of rock opposed to grass.
Mr. Hansen explained from his perspective they are not opposed to doing water meters on the
new development and believe it is a smart thing for the City. He described it as being responsible
and would be upfront to any new homeowner. Mr. Hansen expressed he doesn't believe a
secondary water system would be beneficial for a smaller city and explained they would rather
take a portion of that money and contribute it toward the purchase of the water rights in addition
to the approximately $330,000 in water connection fees.
Director Prouse inquired if the reason Rockwell was so willing to contribute a portion to the
purchase of water rights was because the expense for them to have Falls Water expand their
system to the new development is excessive. Mr. Hansen explained Rockwell has done the
numbers and they would actually save money if they simply expanded Falls Water system
because the water connection fees are less expensive.
Director Prouse inquired why Rockwell is trying so hard to make it work for the City of Iona.
Mr. Hansen explained the biggest reason is because it's right on the door steps of the City and he
believes its good planning rather than developing it in Bonneville County. He discussed past
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developments close to the City have caused issues and they would rather give the City the
opportunity to control some of the growth happening around them. However, if it the City
decides they would rather not supply the water or annex the potential development then
Rockwell will move in a different direction.
Mayor Andersen asked when Rockwell would like an answer. Mr. Hansen expressed they try to
be realistic and accommodating because they understand there are a lot of moving factors when
it comes to development. However, they would like to have a date in mind and suggested a
couple of months they meet again to see if there are any more updates on the status of the
acquisition of the water rights, and whether or not the City wants to supply the water and annex
the development.
Contracted Building Inspector Allen Eldridge inquired what Rockwell's plans were to finish the
Country Haven Subdivision. Mr. Hansen reported they would be paving out the development and
finishing it up this year. Director Prouse indicated to Mr. Hansen the City is preparing to issue a
letter of acceptance for phases 2 and 3. He also explained a letter of acceptance would not be
issued until the chip sealing was completed for phase 1. Mr. Roland indicated Frank Vandersloot
is financially responsible for chip sealing in phase 1.
In closing, Mayor Andersen asked if a two -month period would be appropriate. After further
discussion, it was determined they would meet again in October to discuss things more, and have
a better idea of what the plan is moving forward.
Reports:
Public Works Department: Public Works Director Zech Prouse reported Sealcoating has been
completed and cost the City approximately $29,000. He further reported Street Sweeping would
begin tomorrow and would continue until the end of the week.
Director Prouse announced if anyone would like to attend the preconstruction meeting on the
water tank repair they could come to the City Council Chambers on Thursday, September 1st. He
further reported construction would begin on Monday, September 12tn
Director Prouse also shared some data meter readings with the City Council from July 1st, 2016
to August 1st, 2016.
• The City of Iona green spaces used 2,500,000 gallons of water.
• The Iona Elementary soccer field used 950,000 gallons of water.
• The Denning Street church used 550,000 gallons of water.
• The Iona Food Mart used about 20,000 to 30,000 gallons of water.
• The highest residential data reading came in at 245,000 with a lot size of .50.
• The lowest residential data reading came in at 7,000 gallons of water with a lot size of
.37. He further explained an established yard does not exist yet on this property.
• The average residential reading out of the 19 meters was 79,628 gallons of water.
Director Prouse explained he made contact with Falls Water Company to compare what data
they had on their end in regards to lot sizes. The data he received indicated the average
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residential reading was 48,000 gallons per month. The average for a lot size of .33 was 37,000
gallons per month and the average for a lot size of 1.0 acre was 136,000 gallons per month.
Mayor Andersen requested Director Prouse to make copies of this information and disburse it to
the City Council.
Building Department: Contracted Building Inspector Allen Eldridge attended the work meeting
to report a citizen has contacted him with an inquiry to use a semi -truck bed on a foundation as
an accessory building for storage. He explained as far as the code goes it isn't considered an
appropriate structure. He asked the City Council to consider their thoughts and discuss it further
during the City Council meeting.
Iona Historical Museum: Council Member McNamara reported Marilyn Diehl, the Chairman of
the Iona Historical Museum, contacted her and inquired if they could make a payment with the
remaining funds in the budget for the year. Mayor Andersen explained it was not allowable and
there needs to be a bid for a specific project related to the museum.
Meeting adjourned 6:55 p.m.
COUNCIL APPROVED: September 20`h, 2016
Brad Andersen, Mayor
ATTEST:
Shara Roberts, City Clerk
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City of Iona Water Usage Data Collection Program 2016
August 2016
Average Residential Usage ( 19 meters ) - 79,628
Highest Residential Usage ( 19 meters) - 205,145 (.52 acre lot )
Lowest Residential Usage ( 19 meters) - 7,000 (.37 acre lot )
City owned green spaces - 2,500,000
Iona Elementary soccer field — 948,000
LDS Church on Denning Ave. - 550,000
6-12 gas station — 30,000
Falls Water System ( completely metered & billed on a metered rate) ( through July 2016 )
Average Residential Usage ( 4,615 meters ) - 48,000
Average Commercial ( 117 meters ) - 91,000
Average Multi -Family ( 82 meters) - 65,000
Average Residential Usage 1/3 acre lots — 37,000
Average Residential Usage 1 acre lots — 136,000