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FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ The City Council of the City of Idaho Falls met in Regular Council Meeting, Thursday, February 26, 2015, in the Council Chambers in the City Annex Building located at 680 Park Avenue in Idaho Falls, Idaho at 7:30 p.m. There were present: Mayor Rebecca L. Noah Casper Councilmember Thomas Hally Councilmember Michael Lehto Councilmember Barbara Ehardt Councilmember Ed Marohn Councilmember Sharon D. Parry Absent was: Councilmember Dee Whittier Also present: Randy Fife, City Attorney Rosemarie Anderson, City Clerk All available Division Directors Mayor Casper requested Captain Ken Mecham to come forward to lead those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Casper and Councilmembers honored those receiving “Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve” Awards. Those in the Guard and Reserve “Citizen Soldiers” nominated the following employers for the “My Boss is a Patriot” award: Heather Kunz – Former Supervisor from the Idaho Falls Police Department (Service Member – John Seward) Melissa Davis – Straight Line Investment Group (Service Member – Jerry Papin) Ann Riedesel (or Representative) – North Wind, Inc. (Service Member – Ken Mecham) Morgan Ong, Newspaper in Education Coordinator, the Post Register, appeared to share the following CommUNITY Festival, Inc. Diversity Essay Contest Award Winners, as follows: February 26, 2015 Dear Mayor and Councilmembers: I greatly appreciate your participation in the CommUNITY Festival, Inc. Diversity Essay Contest Awards Ceremony. The essay contest brought forth an array of thoughts and opinions of Eastern Idaho elementary, middle, and high school students with respect to diversity. The diligence and attention evidenced in all the essays submitted show the hope that permeates the minds of our youth and the desire for a better, more tolerant world in which to live.  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ The scholarship monies no doubt will be well-received by the winners and their families, but there will also be the public recognition that they collectively helped contribute to the betterment of the region through their experience, commitment, and insight in a world unknown to most others. Individually, they know they serve as a beacon as role models to which others can aspire and can be the catalyst for change. Given the myriad impediments to clear thought in today’s swirling world, that our youth have devoted time to offer their views on diversity as they consider it, we as a community rightfully should be proud of their accomplishments. Having the opportunity to recognize the accomplishments is a positive step for all in the community to revel in the hope of brighter days before us. Sincerely, s/ Morgan Ong Morgan Ong, Newspaper in Education Coordinator Post Register 2014-15 CommUNITY Festival Diversity Essay Contest Awards Ceremony Idaho falls City Council Chambers Thursday, February 26, 2015 7:15 p.m. Introduction and welcome by Mayor Rebecca Casper Presentation of awards certificates and scholarship checks Paula Green, President, CommUNITY Festival, Inc. HONOREES Grades 4-6: “Making Friends With Someone So Different Than Me” 1st Emma Hurst, Madison Middle School (Rexburg, Idaho) 2nd Kadence Sievers, Bridgewater Elementary School (Idaho Falls, Idaho) 3rd Karina D. Hansen, American Heritage Charter School (Idaho Falls, Idaho) Grades 7-9: “A Better World: Why School Bullying Must Stop” 1st Becca Ward, West Jefferson High School (Terreton, Idaho) 2nd Matthew Reyes, West Jefferson Junior High School (Terreton, Idaho) 3rd Emily Allen, West Jefferson High School (Terreton, Idaho) Grades 10-12: “Diversity in Name Only? How Diversity Improves Us” 1st Tyson Cox, Shelley High School (Shelley, Idaho) 2nd Michelle Goff, Idaho Falls High School (Idaho Falls, Idaho) 3rd Lance Good, Skyline High School (Idaho Falls, Idaho) Conclusion of awards and scholarship ceremony Contest Judges: CommUNITY Festival, Inc.; Paula Green, President; Aric Nelson, Vice President; Nadine Cole, Treasurer; Morgan Ong, Secretary  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ Mayor Casper requested those to come forward who had issues for the City Council that were not otherwise listed on the Council Agenda. No one appeared. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Casper requested Council confirmation for the Appointment of Kathy Hampton to serve as the City Clerk per the following memos: City of Idaho Falls February 20, 2015 MEMORANDUM TO: Idaho Falls City Council FROM:Rebecca L. Noah Casper, Mayor SUBJECT: CITY CLERK, APPOINTMENT I respectfully request Council confirmation for the Appointment of Kathy Hampton to the position of Idaho Falls City Clerk effective April 5th, 2015. Attached please find the Memorandum of Recommendation from her direct Supervisor, Craig Rockwood. Ms. Hampton has completed all of the necessary training for this position that is offered through the Association of Idaho Cities. She is prepared to assume the duties of the position. I had the pleasure of interviewing her and find her commitment to and understanding of the position to be very high. Having served for years as the Deputy Clerk, she has experience with all aspects of running the Clerk’s Office. Though the appointment will not be effective for some time, this early appointment will facilitate the hiring and training of a new Deputy Clerk as well as allow for transition planning as the current City Clerk, Ms. Rose Anderson prepares to retire. Our City will be well served with Ms. Hampton in this position. s/ Rebecca L. Noah Casper Mayor City of Idaho Falls February 18, 2015 Dear Mayor Casper: I respectfully request that you appoint Kathy Hampton to the Office of City Clerk at the Council Meeting on February 26th, 2015, to replace Rosemarie Anderson who is retiring after 31 years of service with the City of Idaho Falls. I suggest that the appointment become effective April 5th, 2015 to coincide with Rose’s retirement. Kathy has been a valued City employee since April of 2007. She worked in the City Treasurer’s Office until December of 2007, at which time she was hired as the City’s Deputy Clerk. She has faithfully and honorably served in that position since.  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ I have interviewed Kathy for the position of City Clerk and feel she is very qualified to be appointed to this position. The seven years Kathy has worked in the Clerk’s Office has given her the opportunity to be involved and experience every aspect of the duties performed by the City Clerk. Kathy has been instrumental, in a very positive way, in updating many of the functions performed in the Clerk’s Office. Kathy completed her training through the Association of Idaho Cities and Boise State University to become a Certified Municipal Clerk in March of 2014. Last September, Kathy was awarded the Mayor’s “Above and Beyond” Employee Recognition Award for her exemplary services to the City. Kathy realizes it will not be easy to step in to the shoes left by Rose, but she is excited and committed to carry on and use her talents and expertise to build on the professionalism that has been constantly exhibited in the Clerk’s Office. I, without reservation, support and recommend to you, that Kathy be appointed to the position of City Clerk. s/ Craig Rockwood Craig Rockwood Municipal Services Director Mayor Casper requested Council confirmation for the Appointment of Gene Hicks to serve on the Board of Adjustment (Term to Expire December 31, 2019). The City Clerk requested approval of Minutes from the February 9, 2015 Council Work Session, and the February 12, 2015 Regular Council Meeting. The City Clerk presented several license applications, all carrying the required approvals, and requested authorization to issue those licenses. The City Clerk requested Council ratification for the publication of legal notices calling for public hearings on February 26, 2015. The Airport Division submitted the following items for Council consideration: City of Idaho Falls February 26, 2015 MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM:Craig H. Davis, Airport Director SUBJECT: CONSENT AGENDA – AIRPORT LICENSE AGREEMENT – INTERMOUNTAIN GAS Attached for your consideration is an Airport License Agreement between the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho and Intermountain Gas for a shared utility trench. City Attorney has reviewed said Lease.  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ The Airport Division respectfully requests approval and authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign and execute said document. s/ Craig H. Davis City of Idaho Falls February 26, 2015 MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM:Craig H. Davis, Airport Director SUBJECT: CONSENT AGENDA – AIRPORT GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT - TRINIDAD LIMITED LLC Attached for your consideration is an Airport Ground Lease Agreement between the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho and Trinidad Limited LLC located at 1745 Foote Drive, No. 4. City Attorney has reviewed said Agreement. The Airport Division respectfully requests approval and authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign and execute said document. s/ Craig H. Davis It was moved by Councilmember Marohn, seconded by Councilmember Lehto, to approve the Consent Agenda in accordance with the recommendations presented. Roll call as follows: Aye: Councilmember Hally Councilmember Lehto Councilmember Ehardt Councilmember Marohn Councilmember Parry Nay: None Motion Carried. REGULAR AGENDA Mayor Casper opened the public hearing for consideration of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Fiscal Year 2015 Applications. At the request of Mayor Casper, the City Clerk read the following memo from the Planning and Building Director: City of Idaho Falls January 15, 2015 MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM:Brad Cramer, Planning and Building Director SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING – CDBG FISCAL YEAR 2015 APPLICATIONS  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ Attached is a copy of applications for Fiscal Year 2015 CDBG funding. The Department of Housing and Urban Development requires a public hearing be conducted to discuss the applications, followed by a 30-day public comment period. Following the comment period, the Mayor and Council will finalize the funding allocations through approval of a Resolution. Public comment or other questions may be submitted to Lisa Farris, CDBG Administrator. s/ Brad Cramer Activity/Amount and Eligible Activity Matrix Code/CFR/National Objective and Description $91,170 PUBLIC SERVICE 15% Maximum Allowed Idaho Falls Rescue Mission/$12,000 Public Service (O5E) 570.201(e) Low/Mod Limited Clientele LMC Van/Cab with Hydraulic lift to deliver donated items, food boxes, and move individuals from transitional housing to permanent housing. Senior Center Community Center/$26,000 Public Service (O5E) 570.201(e) Low/Mod Limited Clientele LMC Match funds to purchase of three (3) delivery vans $26,000 to support meals on wheels program. Partners for Prosperity/$9,500 Public Service (O5H) 570.201(e) Low/Mod Limited Clientele LMC Services for Idaho Falls LMI clients to provide financial counseling, group financial classes, and soft skills/personal development training. Idaho Falls Legal Aid/$10,000 Public Service (O5C) 570.201(e) Low/Mod Limited Clientele LMC Legal Aid Assistance to victims of domestic violence. Bonneville Metropolitan Planning Organization (BMPO)/$3,670 Public Service (O5D) 570.201(e) Low/Mod Income Area Benefit LMA 7.34% Transportation Grant match requirement to access Safe Routes to School grant of $50,000. SRTS grant provides evaluation, encouragement, and incentives for LMA schools. CLUB, Inc. Crisis Intervention House/$20,000 Public Service (O3T) 570.201(e) Low/Mod Income Clientele LMC Presumed homeless at scattered site locations that cannot be served by the CIT House. Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership (EICAP)/$10,000 Public Service (O5C) 570.201(e) Low/Mod Limited Clientele LMC Legal Aid Assistance for grandparents raising their grandchildren. $60,000 SLUM/BLIGHT 30% Maximum Allowed Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation (IFDDC)/$60,000 Public Facility (14E) 570.202(a)(3) Slum and Blight Area SBA Downtown improvements of facades, roofs, awnings, windows, code corrections, and signs. $305,174 LMI DIRECT ACTIVITY 70% Minimum Allowed Planning Department/$70,786 Code Enforcement (15) 570.202(c) Low/Mod Income Area Benefit LMA Full Time Code Enforcement Officer for LMI neighborhoods in US Census Tract neighborhoods. $69,786 full time staff of salary and benefits. $1,000 for office supplies and printing costs for Program. City Public Works Department/$50,000 Public Facility and Improvement (O3L) 570.201(c) Low/Mod Clientele Limited LMC Curb/Gutter and Sidewalk Replacement in LMI neighborhood. City Public Works Department/$10,000 Public Facility and Improvement (O3J) 570.201(c) Low/Mod Limited Clientele LMC Water Line Replacement LMI clientele. LIFE, Inc./$50,000 Housing Rehab Single Unit (14A) 570.202 Living Independent For Everyone (LIFE, Inc.) ADA Housing Rehab of ramps and bathroom Housing Rehab Single Unit. Bonneville County/$52,004 Health Facilities (O3P) 570.201(c) Low/Mod Limited Clientele Repairs to exterior of the Behavioral Health Crisis Center of East Idaho (1650 North Holmes Avenue) Hospice of Eastern Idaho/$16,850 Public Facility and Improvements (O3) 570.201(c) Low/Mod Limited Clientele Replace two (2) furnaces and air conditioning units and paint for the exterior portion of the office building. Senior Center Community Center/$15,534 Public Facility and Improvements Senior Centers Low/Mod Limited Clientele LMC (03A) 570.201(c) Swamp cooler repairs and window replacement in the kitchen $15,534.  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ Habitat 4 Humanity Idaho Falls/$40,000 Acquisition (1) 570.201(a) and Disposition (04) Low/Moderate Clientele LMC 570.201(b) Low/Mod Housing LMH Purchase of one property for one (1) single family home for an LMC family. $68,585.60 ADMINISTRATION 20% Maximum Allowed Administration of CDBG Program/$68,585.60 Administration 570.206 Admin (21A) Admin allows 20% of FY2015 allocation of $342,928 Total Amount of Applications *$524,929.60 *Note: Total includes the Admin of $68,585.60 based on the FY2015 Allocation The Grants Administrator presented the following PowerPoint Presentation regarding the Community Development Block Grant: Slide 1 Community Development Block Grant Program – CDBG Housing and Urban Development (HUD) City of Idaho Falls Public Hearing for Draft FY2015 CDBG Annual Action Plan February 26, 2015, 7:30 p.m. Slide 2 FY2015 CDBG Process September 25, 2014 Invitation to apply mailed to agencies/organizations (Advertised in Post Register and on City Website). October 14, 2014 Deadline to receive applications. October 24, 2014 HUD announces/requires the 2015 Annual Action Plan (AAP) be submitted after approved federal budget and allocations are announced. Applicants notified of HUD’s announcement and change of schedule. February 10, 2015 2015 Federal Budget approved and FY2015 CDBG allocations announced. 60-day extension given to grantees to submit that FY2015 CDBG AAP April 10, 2015 new deadline to submit FY2015 CDBG AAP to HUD. February 22, 2015 New schedule advertised in Post Register and on City Website. February 26, 2015, 7:30 p.m., Council Meeting and Public Hearing Draft Action Plan presented/Applicants provide brief explanation February 27, 2015 to March 29, 2015 30-Day public comment April 6, 2015 3:00 p.m. Council Work Session – Project comments and recommendations provided to Council. April 9, 2015 7:30 p.m., Council Meeting/Resolution of Council approved projects. April 10, 2015 FY2015 CDBG Annual Action Plan submitted to HUD for approval. Slide 3 Eligibility for CDBG Funds: Eligibility of HUD/CDBG Funds: 2004 Idaho Falls applies to HUD for Entitlement Status 2004 Entitlement Status granted by HUD 2004 City files directly to HUD for CDBG funds 2004 to 2015: $4,774,136 Total HUD/CDBG funds allocated to Idaho Falls Currently for 2015:  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ FY2015 CDBG Allocation $342,938 (Announced 2/10/2015) 16 Applications – Totaling $524,929.60 Slide 4 City/CDBG Benefits: Provides Opportunities: Assists City in funding projects/programs not funded with General Funds. Assists local service providers with filling a gap in service. Assists City and local service providers in leveraging additional funds. 2015 Draft Plan starts our 12th year of participating in CDBG: FY2010 CDBG Allocation $441,000 FY2011 CDBG Allocation 369,546 FY2012 CDBG Allocation 314,082 FY2013 CDBG Allocation 361,453 FY2014 CDBG Allocation 342,373 FY2015 CDBG Allocation (Announced 2/10/2015) 342,928 *Plan year goes from April 1 to March 31st Slide 5 CDBG Program and HUD Criteria All Projects/Activities: Must meet 1 of 3 National Objectives (HUD)  Benefit Low/Moderate Income Clients (LMI) As of 2014 – Bonneville County LMI = Family of 4 with income <$48,950  Prevent/Eliminate conditions of Slum and Blight  Meet an Urgent Need Must be a HUD Eligible Activity (see pictures of projects)  Construction of public infrastructure  Handicapped access to public facilities  Housing rehab, social services, business rehab  Acquisition, clearance, and disposition of property  Relocation costs, economic development, job creation or training Additional Criteria:  Projects must meet the goals of City’s 2011-15 Five Year Consolidated Plan  Selected for the Annual Action Plan Slide 6 Map showing LMI Neighborhoods – Bonneville County Slide 7 CDBG Program and HUD Criteria Projects/Activities must fit into 1 of 4 HUD Priorities  Community Development Priority – Neighborhood revitalization activities that promote public health, safety, and welfare.  Economic Development Priority – Improve economic conditions throughout the community for primarily Low to Moderate Income (LMI) Persons.  Housing Development Priority – Encourage development of new, affordable single, multi-family, and special needs housing through private developers and non-profits.  Public Service Priority – Encourage partnerships with social service providers, faith-based groups, private businesses, school districts, non-profit agencies, and community leaders to meet the needs of families in poverty. Slide 8 Example – Construction of Public Infrastructure – Shoup and A Intersection made ADA compliant (Site Photos).  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ Slide 9 Code Enforcement in LMI Census Tract Neighborhoods – Site Photo of trashy areas. Slide 10 Economic Development/Job Creation Constitution Plaza “Idahoan Foods” - Site photo of building before and after. Slide 11 Housing Rehab (LIFE (Living Independently for Everyone), Inc. – Home of disabled senior citizen made ADA Accessible – Site Photos Slide 12 Acquisition, Clearance, and Disposition of Property – Habitat for Humanity - Acquisition Project – Site Photo Slide 13 FY2015 CDBG Applicants Amount Project/Activity Description Requested (as of 2-26-2015) Idaho Falls Rescue Mission $ 12,000 Hydraulic lift van to deliver items, food boxes, and transport clients to transitional housing Senior Center Community Center 26,000 Match funds to purchase (3) delivery vans to support meals on wheels program Partners for Prosperity (P4P) 9,500 Services to assist Idaho Falls clients with financial counseling, group financial classes, and personal development training Idaho Legal Aid 10,000 Legal assistance for victims of domestic abuse BMPO (Bonneville Metropolitan Planning 3,670 Transportation Grant – Match requirement for $50,000 Safe Routes to School Organization) (SR2S) Grant to provide evaluation, encouragement, and incentives for LMA schools CLUB, Inc. 20,000 Crisis Intervention (CIT) – Case Management support for crisis housing related services EICAP 10,000 Legal aid assistance for Grandparents who are raising their grandchildren Idaho Falls Downtown Development 60,000 Façade Improvements, Code of Corrections, Awnings, and Signs to the Downtown Corporation area Planning Division 70,786 Full-Time Code Enforcement for LMI Neighborhoods (within 3 US Census Tracts) Public Works Division 50,000 Curb/gutter/sidewalk replacement in LMI Neighborhoods Public Works Division 10,000 Water line replacement for LMI clients in LMI Neighborhoods LIFE, Inc./Living Independently for Everyone 50,000 Improve (ADA) access for homeowners with ramps and bathroom remodels Behavioral Health Crisis Center of East Idaho- 52,004 Repairs to exterior of Behavioral Health Crisis Center of East Idaho (1650 North Bonneville County Holmes Avenue) Hospice of Eastern Idaho 16,850 Replace two (2) furnaces, AC units, and paint exterior of office building (1810 Moran Street) Idaho Falls Community Senior Citizen Center 15,534 Swamp cooler repairs and window replacement in kitchen area Habitat for Humanity 40,000 Acquisition/rehab to purchase property in LMI area for home ownership for an LMI family Administration (20% of 2014 Allocation) 68,585.60 Administer CDBG Program: Includes salary, benefits, supplies, training, and resources TOTAL APPLICATIONS $524,929.60 2015 Allocation $342,928 Slide 14 Comments or Questions: Please contact Lisa Farris, Grant Administrator – (208) 612-8323 City Annex Building, 680 Park Avenue, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402 lfarris@idahofallsidaho.gov – Website: www.idahofallsidaho.gov David McKinney, Director of Idaho Falls Rescue Mission, appeared to state that they provide emergency housing, transitional housing, and permanent housing within the community for individuals, women and children, and families. The requested truck would make it possible to accept donations and be able to move them to their consignment/thrift stores. Also, this truck will be able to provide assistance with moving people to new facilities. Mr. McKinney stated that they also serve an evening meal for the community. With the consignment/ thrift stores they will generate approximately $80,000.00 in funds that go back to the mission to assist those in need of assistance. Valisa Say, Idaho Senior Community Center, appeared to state that they served 60,000 meals last year, up 34% from the year before. She stated that they only needed two additional vans to help deliver those meals, which equals to approximately 220 meals per day. The Meals on Wheels Program is a donation based program. They cannot charge for the delivery of those meals. They cannot even suggest a donation.  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ Shalynn Pearsol, Financial Programs Director for Partners for Prosperity, appeared to state that they are an agency that is dedicated to reducing poverty by building assets and creating opportunities for individuals and families. They believe in marshalling resources, forming partnerships and developing innovative programs to benefit working and low income people. Part of their application is working with Bonneville Probation and Parole by providing a 6-week series, out of their own pocket, for financial counselling but keeping them as responsible adults giving back to society. They also incorporate these individuals in the Start Program, incorporating them into beginning university programs. They are also proposing to do soft skills personal development, which is a program that involves interpersonal communications, emotional management, anger management, giving feedback and taking criticism, self-defeating beliefs, and employer expectations. She provided several other examples of programs that are offered. Joe Ernest, Managing Attorney for Idaho Falls – Idaho Legal Aid Office, appeared to state that they are a non-profit legal aid office. They cover 10 counties with 2 attorneys. They rely heavily on grants and community partners for their funding to meet the needs of the community. They fully advise and represent low income individuals and families, primarily victims of domestic violence who are seeking civil protection orders, custody decrees or divorce. Further, they assist individuals who have been wrongfully evicted, fair housing issues, help people reach their public benefits, and assist Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. They also provide services to seniors. With the funds received last year, more than a dozen victims of domestic violence were assisted. Katie Peterson, Housing Operations Manager for CLUB, Inc., appeared to state that they have five permanent housing shelters, one emergency shelter and some rental properties for low income families. With the money from this grant, they provide emergency shelter and case management. Many referrals come from the Police Department or from the hospital. They served approximately 70 people this past grant year. Jay Doman, Executive Director for Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership (EICAP), appeared to request $10,000.00 to provide legal assistance for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, and other relative caregivers of minor children. The vast majority of these dollars are to assist in the grandparents or caregivers in gaining guardianship of the minor children. Over the past five years, they have assisted with 69 cases. Rachel Zaladonis, President of the Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation, appeared to request $60,000.00 for the Façade Improvement Program for the 2015 Fiscal Year. She provided a list of the facades requested for improvement. In the past they have received approximately half of what they have requested. This is money well spent with this program, and the downtown area would not be as beautiful and vibrant as it is at this time. She handed out the “before” and “after” photos from a recently improved building on Park Avenue. Brad Cramer, Planning and Building Director, appeared to request money for one full-time Code Enforcement Officer for LMI neighborhoods (within three US Census Tracts). Within the Community Development priority, the first objective is to reduce deterioration of neighborhoods through proactive code enforcement in the designated LMI Census Tracts. The strategy for achieving that objective is to utilize CDBG funds to continue support of code enforcement activities.  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ Chris Fredericksen, Public Works Director, appeared to request $50,000.00 for curb, gutter, and sidewalk replacement in the LMI neighborhoods. The property owner is responsible for upkeep of those items, and often times is unable to afford the removal and replacement of the structures. Further, as water lines are replaced, many service lines are in need of replacement also. Those LMI clients in need of assistance in the LMI neighborhoods, would be able to apply to receive assistance with those replacements. Brenda Price, Behavioral Health Crisis Center of East Idaho – Bonneville County, appeared to state that their facility provides crisis intervention services. Past owners of their building have not taken care of the building very well. When it rains or when the snow melts, the water flows to their building, rather than away from the building, causing damage to the façade. This is a one-time expense to repair that façade. They have handled approximately 200 episodes since they opened in December, 2014. Celeste Eld, Hospice of Eastern Idaho, appeared to state that this is a one-time request to paint their building, which has not been painted in longer than ten years. Further, there are four furnaces within that building. Two furnaces have been replaced, with two that need to be replaced. Valisa Say, Idaho Falls Community Senior Citizen Center, is requesting for a swamp cooler replacement, and window replacements in the kitchen area. The kitchen is in an enclosed area that does not allow for air circulation, and it gets extremely hot. With the replacement windows that can be opened and have screens, the kitchen will not be as hot to work in. The front walkway is pitted and has chunks missing. As they serve those that use walkers or wheelchairs, it would be beneficial to have a smooth walkway. Karen Lansing, Habitat for Humanity Idaho Falls Area, is requesting $40,000.00 for the neighborhood revitalization projects in the low to moderate income areas. They are targeting homes in the Melaleuca Field residential area. They are not doing any new construction this year. Habitat for Humanity is a revolving fund. As the home buyers pay back their 0% interest home loan, the money can be used again and again. Lisa Farris, Grants Administrator, reappeared to state that the 30-day comment period will begin February 27, 2015 and will end on March 29, 2015. Following the closing of the public comment period, this item will be discussed at the April 6, 2015 Council Work Session, and a Resolution will be considered by the Mayor and City Council at the April 9, 2015 Regular Council Meeting. Upon approval of the Mayor and City Council, the Fiscal Year 2015 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan will be submitted to the Department of Housing and Urban Development for approval on April 10, 2015. The Planning and Building Director submitted the following item for Council consideration: City of Idaho Falls February 23, 2015 MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM:Brad Cramer, Planning and Building Director SUBJECT: WRITTEN DECISION FOR THE RECONSIDERATION OF AVALON VILLAGE, DIVISION NO. 1 FINAL PLAT  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ Attached is the written decision for the Council’s reconsideration of the Final Plat for Avalon Village, Division No. 1. Idaho Code 67-6535(2)(b) requires a written decision be provided to the affected person requesting reconsideration within 60 days. At the February 12, 2015 Meeting, the Council discussed adopting the previously approved Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards as the written decision for the reconsideration. This document is now being presented to the Mayor and City Council for formal approval as the written decision. s/ Brad Cramer It was moved by Councilmember Parry, seconded by Councilmember Lehto, to approve the Written Decision for the Reconsideration of the Final Plat for Avalon Village, Division No. 1, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. Roll call as follows: Aye: Councilmember Marohn Councilmember Lehto Councilmember Ehardt Councilmember Hally Councilmember Parry Nay: None Motion Carried. The Municipal Services Director submitted the following item for Council consideration: City of Idaho Falls February 20, 2015 MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM:Craig Rockwood, Municipal Services Director SUBJECT: BID IF-15-06, TWO (2) NEW 2015 OR NEWER AUTOMATED SIDE LOAD REFUSE CONTAINER BODIES, MINIMUM 31 CUBIC YARD, MOUNTED ON TWO (2) NEW 2015 OR NEWER CAB AND CHASSIS Attached for your consideration is the tabulation for the above subject bid. It is the recommendation of Municipal Services and of Public Works to accept the lowest responsible bid of Idaho Falls Peterbilt to furnish Two (2) New 2015 Labrie Automated Side Load Refuse Container Bodies Mounted on Two (2) New 2016 Peterbilt Cab and Chassis for the lump sum amount of $520,910.94 with the trade-ins of Units No. 7036 and 7038. s/ Craig Rockwood It was moved by Councilmember Marohn, seconded by Councilmember Lehto, to accept the lowest responsive, responsible bid provided by Idaho Falls Peterbilt to furnish Two (2) New 2015 Labrie Automated Side Load Refuse Container Bodies Mounted on Two (2) New 2016  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ Peterbilt Cab and Chassis in the lump sum amount of $520,910.94, with the trade-in of Units No. 7036 and 7038. Roll call as follows: Aye: Councilmember Ehardt Councilmember Marohn Councilmember Hally Councilmember Parry Councilmember Lehto Nay: None Motion Carried. The Public Works Director submitted the following items for Council consideration: City of Idaho Falls February 23, 2015 MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM:Chris H Fredericksen, Public Works Director SUBJECT: BID AWARD – LIBRARY PARKING LOT RECONSTRUCTION On February 18, 2015, bids were received and opened for the Library Parking Lot Reconstruction Project. A tabulation of the bid results is attached. Public Works recommends approval of the plans and specifications, award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Knife River Corporation in an amount of $133,144.00, and authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign contract documents. s/ Chris H Fredericksen It was moved by Councilmember Ehardt, seconded by Councilmember Lehto, to approve the plans and specifications for the Library Parking Lot Reconstruction Project, to accept the lowest responsive, responsible bid provided by Knife River Corporation in the amount of $133,144.00, and give authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the necessary contract documents. Roll call as follows: Aye: Councilmember Lehto Councilmember Parry Councilmember Marohn Councilmember Hally Councilmember Ehardt Nay: None Motion Carried.  FEBRUARY 26, 2015 ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________ City of Idaho Falls February 23, 2015 MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM:Chris H Fredericksen, Public Works Director SUBJECT: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT – TRAFFIC SIGNAL COORDINATION STUDY Attached is a proposed Professional Services Agreement with Six Mile Engineering for the Traffic Signal Coordination Study for an amount not-to-exceed $167,000.00. The proposed agreement has been reviewed by the City Attorney. Public Works recommends approval of this agreement; and, authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to sign necessary documents. s/ Chris H Fredericksen It was moved by Councilmember Ehardt, seconded by Councilmember Lehto, to approve the Professional Services Agreement with Six Mile Engineering for the Traffic Signal Coordination Study in a not-to-exceed amount of $167,000.00, and give authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the necessary documents. Roll call as follows: Aye: Councilmember Parry Councilmember Ehardt Councilmember Marohn Councilmember Lehto Councilmember Hally Nay: None Motion Carried. There being no further business, it was moved by Councilmember Hally, seconded by Councilmember Marohn, that the meeting adjourn at 8:50 p.m. _______________________________________ _____________________________________ CITY CLERK MAYOR *************************