City Council
Regular MeetingIdaho Falls, ID · September 8, 2016
Minutes
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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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:
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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
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Agenda
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Thursday, September 8, 2016
7:30 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
680 Park Avenue
Idaho Falls, Id 83402
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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
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(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).
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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).
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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
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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.
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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.
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