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Idaho Falls, ID · September 8, 2016

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September 8, 2016 The City Council of the City of Idaho Falls met in Regular Council Meeting, Thursday, September 8, 2016, 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 John B. Radford Councilmember Barbara Ehardt Councilmember Thomas Hally Councilmember David M. Smith Councilmember Ed Marohn Councilmember Michelle Ziel-Dingman Also present: Randy Fife, City Attorney Kathy Hampton, City Clerk All available Department Directors Mayor Casper invited Ethan Martin, a 9th grade student at Compass Academy, to come forward and lead those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Casper requested any public comment not related to items on the agenda. No one appeared. Consent Agenda Items: The City Clerk requested approval of Minutes from the July 25, 2016 Council Work Session; July 26, 2016 Council Budget Session; July 28, 2016 Council Meeting; and August 8, 2016 Council Work Session. The City Clerk requested approval of License Applications, all carrying the required approvals. It was moved by Councilmember Marohn, seconded by Councilmember Radford, to approve all items on the Consent Agenda according to the recommendations presented. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Ehardt, Marohn, Hally, Radford, Smith, Dingman. Nay – none. Motion carried. Regular Agenda Items: Public Works: Subject: Traffic Signal Removal Study Project A public open house was held on June 28, 2016, to present the results of the engineering analysis and solicit public input regarding the potential removal of various traffic signals in Idaho Falls. Open house attendees were invited to submit comments to the City on comment forms that were provided. Information and comment forms were also posted on the City web site. Councilmember Ehardt expressed her appreciation for the public comments and the willingness of citizens to become engaged with the elected officials. She stated she is pro-business and pro-downtown and believes the benefit of removing lights will allow easier access. She indicated the Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation (IFDDC) is in favor of the downtown traffic light removal. She believes the safety of citizens should not be compromised. A- Intersection of Broadway and Lindsay Boulevard: Lindsay Boulevard has the lowest side street traffic volumes of any of the 12 total intersections initially evaluated as part of the Traffic Signal Removal Study which 1 September 8, 2016 are dramatically below the volumes needed to justify the signal under any of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) signal warrants. The connection of Utah Avenue to Lindsay Boulevard north of Broadway (25 years ago) made Utah Avenue the primary connection to Broadway from points north, eliminating the need for a traffic signal at the Lindsay Boulevard intersection. It was moved by Councilmember Ehardt, seconded by Councilmember Dingman, to remove the traffic signal at the Broadway and Lindsay Boulevard intersection together with the marked crosswalks across Broadway, and that it be replaced with a stop sign on the Lindsay Boulevard approach. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Dingman, Radford, Marohn, Smith, Hally, Ehardt. Nay – none. Motion carried. B- Intersection of Broadway and Shoup Avenue: Shoup Avenue has very low side street traffic volumes, which is dramatically below the volumes needed to justify the signal under any of the MUTCD signal warrants. Councilmember Ehardt believes the removal of this light will prove to be advantageous. It was moved by Councilmember Ehardt, seconded by Councilmember Dingman, to remove the traffic signal at the Broadway and Shoup Avenue intersection together with the marked crosswalks across Broadway, and that it be replaced with a stop sign on the Shoup Avenue approach. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Radford, Ehardt, Smith, Marohn, Dingman, Hally. Nay – none. Motion carried. C- Intersections of Yellowstone Avenue and A Street & Yellowstone Avenue and B Street: These intersections on Yellowstone Avenue have the highest side street traffic volumes of the six intersections where removal tests and delay studies were conducted. Neither intersection meets the 8-hour MUTCD signal warrant, the warrant under which signals are most commonly justified, but they both marginally meet the 4-hour warrant. The short distances to the adjacent signals at Broadway and at Constitution Way result in the A Street and B Street signals inhibiting traffic operations and progression on Yellowstone Avenue without providing the level of benefit that would offset those impacts. Councilmember Ehardt believes it is important to keep access available from parking across Yellowstone Avenue to the downtown businesses and indicated the HAWK (High-intensity Activated crossWalK beacon) signal will accommodate any pedestrian crossing. Councilmember Marohn concurred. Councilmember Radford believes in creating pathways for alternate methods of transportation and also concurs with the HAWK signal installation. It was moved by Councilmember Ehardt, seconded by Councilmember Dingman, to remove the traffic signal at the Yellowstone Avenue and A Street intersection, remove the signal equipment for the minor street approaches at the Yellowstone Avenue and B Street intersection, convert the signal equipment controlling Yellowstone Avenue traffic at B Street to a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (HAWK signal) to accommodate pedestrian and bicycle crossing, remove the marked crosswalks across Yellowstone Avenue at A Street, and, place stop signs on the A Street and B Street approaches Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Hally, Smith, Dingman, Ehardt, Marohn, Radford. Nay – none. Motion carried. D- Intersection of 17th Street and June Avenue: June Avenue has very low side street traffic volumes which are dramatically below the volumes needed to justify the signal under any of the MUTCD signal warrants. Councilmember Ehardt stated there are additional exits for this neighborhood, although she would like future discussion regarding exit/entrance around the Lowe’s property. It was moved by Councilmember Ehardt, seconded by Councilmember Radford, to remove the traffic signal at the 17th Street and June Avenue intersection together with the marked crosswalks across 17th Street, and that it be replaced with stop signs on the June Avenue and ShopKo parking lot approaches. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Hally, Radford, Ehardt, Marohn. Nay – Councilmembers Smith, Dingman. Motion carried. 2 September 8, 2016 E- Intersection of 17th Street and Ponderosa Drive: Ponderosa Drive has somewhat higher side street traffic volumes than those at June Avenue, Lindsay Boulevard, or Shoup Avenue, but they are still dramatically below the volumes needed to justify the signal under any of the MUTCD signal warrants. Councilmember Ehardt believes removal of both traffic signals in this area would be a disservice as 17th Street is considered an arterial street. She stated Ponderosa Drive is a means to avoid Holmes Avenue and this signal provides businesses a break in traffic flow. She expressed her concern for safety reasons. Councilmember Dingman stated she cannot support the light removal for pedestrian crossing and expressed her concern for lack of complete sidewalks in the surrounding areas for safety reasons. Councilmember Hally stated traffic signal removal always tends to be controversial. He expressed concerns for the movement of traffic on 17th Street as well as pedestrian crossing. Councilmember Marohn believes this signal removal may be reconsidered in the future during the St. Clair Road project. It was consensus of the Council for no motion on this item. Public Works Director Chris Fredericksen stated Public Works Department will coordinate with Idaho Falls Power and Idaho Transportation Department for removal of the approved traffic signals. Subject: Easement Vacation – 845 South Milligan The property owner of 845 South Milligan Road has requested the vacation of a utility easement in order to make better use of the property. All utility services have reviewed and approve the request. It was moved by Councilmember Ehardt, seconded by Councilmember Dingman authorize the City Attorney to prepare documents needed to accomplish the easement vacation at 845 South Milligan. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Marohn, Dingman, Ehardt, Hally, Radford, Smith. Nay – none. Motion carried. Subject: Bid Rejection – Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation On September 2, 2016, bids were received and opened for the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation – 2016 project. The only bid received in the amount of $117,990.00 exceeded the budgeted amount and was 152% of the Engineer’s Estimate. It was moved by Councilmember Ehardt, seconded by Councilmember Dingman reject the bid received for the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation – 2016 project and that notice of such be sent to the sole bidder. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Smith, Hally, Dingman, Radford, Ehardt, Marohn. Nay – none. Motion carried. Director Fredericksen stated the available funds will be reprioritized for future projects. Municipal Services: Subject: Bid Award IF-16-28, One New 2017 ¾ ton Pickup, Full Size, Mega Cab (Fleet Addition) It is the recommendation of the Airport and Municipal Services Departments to accept the lowest responsive, responsible bid from Stone's Town and Country Motors in the amount of $40,709.00. The airport fleet will need to be adjusted to meet airport operational needs as additional operation staff are hired. Funding to purchase this vehicle is from available operational savings within the 2015/16 Airport Fund budget. This vehicle will be included in MERF (Municipal Equipment Replacement Fund) planning. Councilmember Marohn stated this vehicle is requested as an addition to the Airport fleet to be used for airfield inspections and maintenance operations pursuant to Federal Aviation Regulations. The specific make and model of the vehicle is being requested based upon the need for fuel and operational efficiencies required within the aircraft movement areas. The vehicle cannot leave the air field during snow events. 3 September 8, 2016 It was moved by Councilmember Marohn, seconded by Councilmember Smith, accept the lowest responsive, responsible bid from Stone's Town and Country Motors in the amount of $40,709.00, for one new 2017 ¾-ton Pickup to be included in the Airport fleet. Councilmember Radford recused himself. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Hally, Marohn, Dingman, Smith, Ehardt. Nay – none. Motion carried. Subject: Authorization to Approve Insurance Contracts for Workers Compensation for 2016/17 The Municipal Services Department respectfully requests the authorization to enter into three (3) professional contracts for worker's compensation insurance for the 2016/17 fiscal year for a total amount of $180,910:  Moreton & Company - $36,000  Safety National and Traveler Surety Company - $137,455  Travelers Casualty & Surety Company - $7,455 Councilmember Marohn briefly reviewed the contents of each contract and stated all contracts will begin on October 1, 2016, for a one (1) year timeframe. It was moved by Councilmember Marohn, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to enter into three (3) professional contracts for worker's compensation insurance for the 2016/17 fiscal year for a total amount of $180,910. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Ehardt, Radford, Smith, Marohn, Dingman, Hally. Nay – none. Motion carried. Community Development Services: Subject: Request for Electric Line Extension Fee Waiver, 845 Milligan Road For consideration is a request for waiver of electric line extension fees for the project at 845 Milligan Road for Indian Motorcycle. The total fees are $19,529.36. This request is made pursuant to City Code 8-5-31. Because the site is surrounded by existing City development, is part of an urban renewal district in which redevelopment is occurring, and because there was previously a structure on the site which received Idaho Falls Power services, staff recommends approval of the entire $19,529.36 fee. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the request for waiver of electric line extension fees for the project at 845 Milligan Road for Indian Motorcycle, in the amount of $19,529.36. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Ehardt, Hally, Smith, Marohn, Dingman. Nay – Councilmember Radford. Motion carried. Subject: Public Hearing – Annexation with Initial Zoning of RP-A, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards, M&B 79.641 acres (Sand Pointe Subdivision) For consideration is the application for Annexation with Initial Zoning of RP-A, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards for M&B 79.641 acres (Sand Pointe Subdivision). This application was considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission on August 2, 2016, and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this recommendation. Mayor Casper opened the public hearing. She ordered all information presented be entered into the record. Community Services Development Director Brad Cramer appeared with the following: Slide 1- Property under consideration in surrounding zones Slide 2- Aerial photo of property under consideration Slide 3- Additional aerial photo of property under consideration 4 September 8, 2016 Slide 4- Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Slide 5- Photo looking at north end of property Slide 6- Photo looking at south end of property Slide 7- Additional photo looking at north end of property Slide 8- Photo looking at dunes at the north end Slide 9- Additional photo looking at south end of property Slide 10- Photo looking at entrance off of 65th South Slide 11- Photo looking at dune on southern end Slide 12- Photo looking east along 65th South Director Cramer stated the applicant is working with the City of Idaho Falls to gain access into the area. He indicated RP-A requests are rare and unique due to home-based businesses not being allowed. He stated the setbacks on the side yards are more restrictive. Brief discussion followed regarding the sand dunes with Director Cramer stating the dunes will be incorporated into the lot. Mayor Casper requested public comment from the applicant. No one appeared. Mayor Casper requested other public comment. Clay Murdock, Long Cove Drive, Idaho Falls, appeared. Mr. Murdock stated his family moved to the neighborhood because of the quiet location, realizing there was a good chance of development. He expressed concern for the safety hazard of one access for Long Cove Drive as it could become a thoroughfare for the neighborhood as well as two additional subdivisions. Mr. Fife stated this request is for annexation which does not include a development agreement, therefore it is not appropriate to consider connectivity and access or design. Mayor Casper closed the public hearing. Councilmember Dingman stated the sand dune concern is addressed in the minutes from the Planning and Zoning Commission. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Ordinance annexing Sand Pointe Subdivision, under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Ehardt, Marohn, Hally, Radford, Smith, Dingman. Nay – none. Motion carried. At the request of Mayor Casper, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only: ORDINANCE NO. 3088 AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING APPROXIMATELY 79.641 ACRES DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE; ASSIGNING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION OF LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL; AMENDING THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE CITY WITH THE APPROPRIATE COUNTY AND STATE AUTHORITIES; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation for Sand Pointe Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Dingman, Radford, Marohn, Smith, Hally, Ehardt. Nay – none. Motion carried. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Ordinance assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of Low Density Residential and establishing the initial zoning for 5 September 8, 2016 Sand Pointe Subdivision as RP-A (Residence Park Zone), under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary, that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to include the area annexed herewith, and that the City Planner be instructed to reflect said annexation, zoning, and amendment to the Comprehensive Plan on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Maps located in the Planning Office. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Radford, Ehardt, Smith, Marohn, Dingman, Hally. Nay – none. Motion carried. At the request of Mayor Casper, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only: ORDINANCE NO. 3089 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE INITIAL ZONING OF APPROXIMATELY 79.641 ACRES DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE AS RP-A ZONE; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of RP-A Residence Park Zone for Sand Pointe Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Hally, Smith, Dingman, Ehardt, Marohn, Radford. Nay – none. Motion carried. Subject: Public Hearing – Annexation with Initial Zoning of RP-A, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards, M&B 20.219 acres (Darcy Stewart Subdivision) For consideration is the application for Annexation with Initial Zoning of RP-A, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards for M&B 20.219 acres (Darcy Stewart Subdivision). This application was considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission on August 2, 2016, and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this recommendation. Mayor Casper opened the public hearing. She ordered all information presented be entered into the record. Director Cramer appeared with the following: Slide 1- Property under consideration in surrounding zones Slide 2- Aerial of property under consideration Slide 3- Additional aerial of property under consideration Slide 4- Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Slide 5- Photo looking west across property from the end of Long Cove Drive Slide 6- Photo looking back into neighborhood from the end of Long Cove Drive Mayor Casper requested public comment from the applicant. No one appeared. Mayor Casper requested other public comment. No one appeared. Mayor Casper closed the public hearing. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Ordinance annexing Darcy Stewart Subdivision, under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Dingman, Smith, Marohn, Ehardt, Hally, Radford. Nay – none. Motion carried. 6 September 8, 2016 At the request of Mayor Casper, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only: ORDINANCE NO. 3090 AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING APPROXIMATELY 20.221 ACRES DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE; ASSIGNING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION OF LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL; AMENDING THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE CITY WITH THE APPROPRIATE COUNTY AND STATE AUTHORITIES; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation for Darcy Stewart Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Marohn, Dingman, Ehardt, Hally, Radford, Smith. Nay – none. Motion carried. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Ordinance assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of Low Density Residential and establishing the initial zoning for Darcy Stewart Subdivision as RP-A (Residence Park Zone), under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary, that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to include the area annexed herewith, and that the City Planner be instructed to reflect said annexation, zoning, and amendment to the Comprehensive Plan on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Maps located in the Planning Office. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Smith, Hally, Dingman, Radford, Ehardt, Marohn. Nay – none. Motion carried. At the request of Mayor Casper, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only: ORDINANCE NO. 3091 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE INITIAL ZONING OF APPROXIMATELY 20.221 ACRES DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE AS RP-A ZONE; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of RP-A Residence Park Zone for Darcy Stewart Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Hally, Marohn, Radford, Dingman, Smith, Ehardt. Nay – none. Motion carried. Subject: Public Hearing – Annexation with Initial Zoning of R-1, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards, M&B 45.450 acres (Silverleaf Estates Subdivision) For consideration is the application for Annexation with Initial Zoning of RP-A, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards for M&B 45.450 acres (Silverleaf Estates Subdivision). This application was considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission on August 2, 2016, and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this recommendation. Mayor Casper opened the public hearing. She ordered all information presented be entered into the record. Director Cramer appeared with the following: Slide 1- Area under consideration in surrounding zones 7 September 8, 2016 Slide 2- Aerial photo of property under consideration Slide 3- Additional aerial photo of property under consideration Slide 4- Comprehensive Future Land Use Map Slide 5- Photo looking south from Simon Street Slide 6- Photo looking west from Simon Street Slide 7- Photo looking north from Simon Street Slide 8- Photo looking southeast from W. 17th North Mayor Casper requested public comment from the applicant. Greg Hansen, Ammon Idaho, and representative for the applicant, appeared. Mr. Hansen stated he is looking forward to this project as well as bringing additional projects to the City of Idaho Falls. Mayor Casper requested other public comment. No one appeared. Mayor Casper closed the public hearing. Councilmember Dingman stated this property is located within the Area of Impact and can be served by City utilities and services. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Ordinance annexing Silverleaf Estates Subdivision, under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Radford, Ehardt, Hally, Smith, Marohn, Dingman. Nay – none. Motion carried. At the request of Mayor Casper, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only: ORDINANCE NO. 3092 AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING APPROXIMATELY 45.450 ACRES DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE; ASSIGNING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION OF LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL; AMENDING THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE CITY WITH THE APPROPRIATE COUNTY AND STATE AUTHORITIES; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation for Silverleaf Estates Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Marohn, Dingman, Ehardt, Hally, Radford, Smith. Nay – none. Motion carried. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Ordinance assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of Low Density Residential and establishing the initial zoning for Silverleaf Estates Subdivision as R-1 (Residence Zone), under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary, that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to include the area annexed herewith, and that the City Planner be instructed to reflect said annexation, zoning, and amendment to the Comprehensive Plan on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Maps located in the Planning Office. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Ehardt, Marohn, Hally, Radford, Smith, Dingman. Nay – none. Motion carried. At the request of Mayor Casper, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only: 8 September 8, 2016 ORDINANCE NO. 3093 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE INITIAL ZONING OF APPROXIMATELY 45.450 ACRES DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE AS R-1 ZONE; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of RP-A Residence Park Zone for Silverleaf Estates Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Dingman, Radford, Marohn, Smith, Hally, Ehardt. Nay – none. Motion carried. Mayor Casper stated Sean Allen, Idaho Falls Fire Department firefighter, will be receiving a great honor in Boise. There being no further business, it was moved by Councilmember Marohn, seconded by Councilmember Hally, that the meeting adjourn at 8:52 p.m. which motion passed following a unanimous vote. s/ Kathy Hampton s/ Rebecca L. Noah Casper CITY CLERK MAYOR 9

Agenda

CITY COUNCIL MEETING Thursday, September 8, 2016 7:30 p.m. CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 680 Park Avenue Idaho Falls, Id 83402 Thank you for your interest in City Government. If you wish to express your thoughts on a matter listed below, it is best to contact Councilmembers by email or personally before the meeting. Be aware that an amendment to this Agenda may be made upon passage of a motion that states the reason for the amendment and the good faith reason that the Agenda item was not included in the original Agenda posting. City Council Meetings are live streamed at www.idahofallsidaho.gov, then archived on the city website. If you need communication aids or services or other physical accommodations to participate or access this meeting please contact City Clerk Kathy Hampton at 612-8414 or the ADA Coordinator Lisa Farris at 612-8323 as soon as possible and they will make an effort to accommodate your needs. 1. Call to Order. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Public Comment. Members of the public are invited to address the City Council regarding matters that are not on the Agenda or already noticed for a public hearing. When you address the Council, please state your name and address for the record and please limit your remarks to three (3) minutes. The Mayor may exercise discretion to decide if and when to allow public comment on an agenda item that does not include a public hearing. If the Mayor determines your comments may be made later in the meeting, she will let you know when you may make your comments. Please note that matters currently pending before the Planning Commission or Board of Adjustment which may be the subject of a pending enforcement action, or which are relative to a City personnel matter are not suitable for public comment. 4. Consent Agenda. Any item may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any member of the Council for separate consideration. A. Items from the City Clerk: 1) Approval of Minutes from the July 25, 2016 Council Work Session; July 26, 2016 Council Budget Session; July 28, 2016 Council Meeting; and August 8, 2016 Council Work Session. 2) Approval of License Applications, all carrying the required approvals. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve all items on the Consent Agenda according to the recommendations presented. 5. Regular Agenda. A. Public Works 1) Traffic Signal Removal Study Project: A public open house was held on June 28, 2016, to present the results of the engineering analysis and solicit public input regarding the potential removal of various traffic signals in Idaho Falls. Open house attendees were invited to submit comments to the City on comment forms that were provided. Information and comment forms were also posted on the City web site. a. Intersection of Broadway and Lindsay Boulevard: Lindsay Boulevard has the lowest side street traffic volumes of any of the 12 total intersections initially evaluated as part of the Traffic Signal Removal Study which are dramatically below the volumes needed to justify the signal under any of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) signal warrants. The connection of Utah Avenue to Lindsay Boulevard north of Broadway (25 years ago) made Utah Avenue the primary connection to Broadway from points north, eliminating the need for a traffic signal at the Lindsay Boulevard intersection. Removing the signal would improve traffic operations for the approximately 22,000 vehicles per day using Broadway. Public Works and the Idaho Transportation Department respectfully recommend that the traffic signal at the Broadway and Lindsay Boulevard intersection be removed, together with the marked crosswalks across Broadway, and that it be replaced with a stop sign on the Lindsay Boulevard approach. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To remove the traffic signal at the Broadway and Lindsay Boulevard intersection together with the marked crosswalks across Broadway, and that it be replaced with a stop sign on the Lindsay Boulevard approach (or take other action deemed appropriate). b. Intersection of Broadway and Shoup Avenue: Shoup Avenue has very low side street traffic volumes, which is dramatically below the volumes needed to justify the signal under any of the MUTCD signal warrants. The short distances to the adjacent signals at Park Avenue and at Yellowstone Avenue result in the Shoup Avenue signal inhibiting traffic operations and progression on Broadway, which carries over 13,000 vehicles per day, without providing commensurate benefits. Public Works and the Idaho Transportation Department respectfully recommend that the traffic signal at the Broadway and Shoup Avenue intersection be removed, together with the marked crosswalks across Broadway, and that it be replaced with a stop sign on the Shoup Avenue approach. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To remove the traffic signal at the Broadway and Shoup Avenue intersection together with the marked crosswalks across Broadway, and that it be replaced with a stop sign on the Shoup Avenue approach (or take other action deemed appropriate). c. Intersections of Yellowstone Avenue and A Street & Yellowstone Avenue and B Street: These intersections on Yellowstone Avenue have the highest side street traffic volumes of the six intersections where removal tests and delay studies were conducted. Neither intersection meets the 8-hour MUTCD signal warrant, the warrant under which signals are most commonly justified, but they both marginally meet the 4- hour warrant. However, the Idaho Transportation Department (lTD) recommends removal of the signals due to their significant negative impacts to traffic on Yellowstone Avenue, which carries approximately 18,000 vehicles per day. The short distances to the adjacent signals at Broadway and at Constitution Way result in the A Street and B Street signals inhibiting traffic operations and progression on Yellowstone Avenue without providing the level of benefit that would offset those impacts. Public Works and the ITD respectfully recommend the following for implementation: complete removal of the traffic signal at the Yellowstone Avenue and A Street intersection, removal of the signal equipment for the minor street approaches at the Yellowstone Avenue and B Street intersection, conversion of the signal equipment controlling Yellowstone Avenue traffic at B Street to a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon Page 2 of 7 (HAWK signal) to accommodate pedestrian and bicycle crossing, removal of the marked crosswalks across Yellowstone Avenue at A Street, and, placement of stop signs on the A Street and B Street approaches. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To remove the traffic signal at the Yellowstone Avenue and A Street intersection, remove the signal equipment for the minor street approaches at the Yellowstone Avenue and B Street intersection, convert the signal equipment controlling Yellowstone Avenue traffic at B Street to a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (HAWK signal) to accommodate pedestrian and bicycle crossing, remove the marked crosswalks across Yellowstone Avenue at A Street, and, place stop signs on the A Street and B Street approaches (or take other action deemed appropriate). d. Intersection of 17th Street and June Avenue: June Avenue has very low side street traffic volumes which are dramatically below the volumes needed to justify the signal under any of the MUTCD signal warrants. The signal inhibits traffic operations and progression on 17th Street, which carries approximately 27,000 vehicles per day, without providing commensurate benefits. Public Works respectfully recommends that the traffic signal at the 17th Street and June Avenue intersection be removed, together with the marked crosswalks across 17th Street, and that it be replaced with stop signs on the June Avenue and ShopKo parking lot approaches. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To remove the traffic signal at the 17th Street and June Avenue intersection together with the marked crosswalks across 17th Street, and that it be replaced with stop signs on the June Avenue and ShopKo parking lot approaches (or take other action deemed appropriate). e. Intersection of 17th Street and Ponderosa Drive: Ponderosa Drive has somewhat higher side street traffic volumes than those at June Avenue, Lindsay Boulevard, or Shoup Avenue, but they are still dramatically below the volumes needed to justify the signal under any of the MUTCD signal warrants. The signal inhibits traffic operations and progression on 17th Street, which carries approximately 27,000 vehicles per day, without providing commensurate benefits. Public Works respectfully recommends that the traffic signal at the 17th Street and Ponderosa Drive intersection be removed, together with the marked crosswalks across 17th Street, and that it be replaced with stop signs on the Ponderosa Drive approaches. A mitigating measure that will be required is to address parking in the lot on the southwest corner to eliminate the sight distance obstruction. That mitigation would need to include elimination of any parking stalls that are located within the clear view triangle established by ordinance, and would preferably also include installing parking blocks to keep drivers from inadvertently encroaching into the right-of-way when parking their vehicles. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To remove the traffic signal at the 17th Street and Ponderosa Drive intersection together with the marked crosswalks across 17th Street, and that it be replaced with stop signs on the Ponderosa Drive approaches, and, eliminate parking stalls that are located within the clear view triangle to include installation of parking blocks to keep drivers from inadvertently encroaching into the right-of-way (or take other action deemed appropriate). Page 3 of 7 2) Easement Vacation – 845 South Milligan: The property owner of 845 South Milligan Road has requested the vacation of a utility easement in order to make better use of the property. All utility services have reviewed and approve the request. Public Works requests authorization for the City Attorney to prepare documents needed to accomplish the vacation. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To authorize the City Attorney to prepare documents needed to accomplish the easement vacation at 845 South Milligan (or take other action deemed appropriate). 3) Bid Rejection – Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation: On September 2, 2016, bids were received and opened for the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation – 2016 project. The only bid received in the amount of $117,990.00 exceeded the budgeted amount and was 152% of the Engineer’s Estimate. Public Works recommends that this bid be rejected and notice of such be sent to the bidder. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To reject the bid received for the Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation – 2016 project and that notice of such be sent to the sole bidder (or take other action deemed appropriate). B. Municipal Services 1) Bid Award IF-16-28, One New 2017 ¾ ton Pickup, Full Size, Mega Cab (Fleet Addition): It is the recommendation of the Airport and Municipal Services Departments to accept the lowest responsive, responsible bid from Stone's Town and Country Motors in the amount of $40,709.00. This vehicle is requested as an addition to the Airport fleet to be used for airfield inspections and maintenance operations pursuant to Federal Aviation Regulations. The specific make and model of this vehicle is being requested based upon the need for fuel and operational efficiencies required within the aircraft movement areas. The airport fleet will need to be adjusted to meet airport operational needs as additional operation staff are hired. Funding to purchase this vehicle is from available operational savings within the 2015/16 Airport Fund budget. This vehicle will be included in MERF (Municipal Equipment Replacement Fund) planning. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To accept the lowest responsive, responsible bid from Stone's Town and Country Motors in the amount of $40,709.00, for one new 2017 ¾-ton Pickup to be included in the Airport fleet (or take other action deemed appropriate). 2) Authorization to Approve Insurance Contracts for Workers Compensation for 2016/17: The Municipal Services Department respectfully requests the authorization to enter into three (3) professional contracts for worker's compensation insurance for the 2016/17 fiscal year for a total amount of $180,910:  Moreton & Company - $36,000  Safety National and Traveler Surety Company - $137,455  Travelers Casualty & Surety Company - $7,455 All contracts begin on October 1, 2016, and are for one (1) year. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To enter into three (3) professional contracts for worker's compensation insurance for the 2016/17 fiscal year for a total amount of $180,910 (or take other action deemed appropriate). Page 4 of 7 C. Community Development Services 1) Request for Electric Line Extension Fee Waiver, 845 Milligan Road: For consideration is a request for waiver of electric line extension fees for the project at 845 Milligan Road for Indian Motorcycle. The total fees are $19,529.36. This request is made pursuant to City Code 8-5-31. Because the site is surrounded by existing City development, is part of an urban renewal district in which redevelopment is occurring, and because there was previously a structure on the site which received Idaho Falls Power services, staff recommends approval of the entire $19,529.36 fee. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve the request for waiver of electric line extension fees for the project at 845 Milligan Road for Indian Motorcycle, in an amount of $19,529.36 (or take other action deemed appropriate). 2) Public Hearing – Annexation with Initial Zoning of RP-A, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards, M&B 79.641 acres (Sand Pointe Subdivision): For consideration is the application for Annexation with Initial Zoning of RP-A, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards for M&B 79.641 acres (Sand Pointe Subdivision). This application was considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission on August 2, 2016, and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this recommendation. RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: (in sequential order) a. To approve the Ordinance annexing Sand Pointe Subdivision, under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance). b. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation for Sand Pointe Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. c. To approve the Ordinance assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of Low Density Residential and establishing the initial zoning for Sand Pointe Subdivision as RP-A (Residence Park Zone), under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance), that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to include the area annexed herewith, and that the City Planner be instructed to reflect said annexation, zoning, and amendment to the Comprehensive Plan on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Maps located in the Planning Office. d. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of RP-A Residence Park Zone for Sand Pointe Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. 3) Public Hearing – Annexation with Initial Zoning of RP-A, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards, M&B 20.219 acres (Darcy Stewart Subdivision): For consideration is the application for Annexation with Initial Page 5 of 7 Zoning of RP-A, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards for M&B 20.219 acres (Darcy Stewart Subdivision). This application was considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission on August 2, 2016, and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this recommendation. RECOMMENDED ACTION: (in sequential order) a. To approve the Ordinance annexing Darcy Stewart Subdivision, under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance). b. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation for Darcy Stewart Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. c. To approve the Ordinance assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of Low Density Residential and establishing the initial zoning for Darcy Stewart Subdivision as RP-A (Residence Park Zone), under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance), that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to include the area annexed herewith, and that the City Planner be instructed to reflect said annexation, zoning, and amendment to the Comprehensive Plan on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Maps located in the Planning Office. d. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of RP-A Residence Park Zone for Darcy Stewart Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. 4) Public Hearing – Annexation with Initial Zoning of R-1, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards, M&B 45.450 acres (Silverleaf Estates Subdivision): For consideration is the application for Annexation with Initial Zoning of RP-A, Annexation and Initial Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards for M&B 45.450 acres (Silverleaf Estates Subdivision). This application was considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission on August 2, 2016, and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this recommendation. RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: (in sequential order) a. To approve the Ordinance annexing Silverleaf Estates Subdivision, under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance). b. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation for Silverleaf Estates Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. Page 6 of 7 c. To approve the Ordinance assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of Low Density Residential and establishing the initial zoning for Silverleaf Estates Subdivision as R-1 (Residence Zone), under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance), that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to include the area annexed herewith, and that the City Planner be instructed to reflect said annexation, zoning, and amendment to the Comprehensive Plan on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Maps located in the Planning Office. d. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of RP-A Residence Park Zone for Silverleaf Estates Subdivision, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. 6. Motion to Adjourn. Page 7 of 7

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