City Council
Regular MeetingIdaho Falls, ID · December 15, 2016
Minutes
December 15, 2016
The City Council of the City of Idaho Falls met in Special Council Meeting, Thursday, December 15, 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 David M. Smith
Councilmember Ed Marohn
Councilmember Michelle Ziel-Dingman
Councilmember Thomas Hally
Also present:
All available Department Directors
Randy Fife, City Attorney
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk
Mayor Casper invited Liam Quigley, a 12th grade student at Skyline High School, to 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:
The City Clerk requested approval of license applications, including Beer Licenses for: 3’s Company Catering,
Albertson’s (17th Street), Albertson’s (Broadway), ARTitorium on Broadway, Arugula Deli, Bee’s Knees Pub and
Catering Company, Black Rock Fine Wine, Buck’s, Carniceria Aguililla, Casa Jalisco’s, Chef Shane’s Perspective,
Chili’s Grill and Bar, D’Railed, El Rinconcito Authentic Mexican Food, Fat Smitty’s LLC, Frosty Gator, Garcia’s
Best Restaurants, Get-N-Go Convenience Store, Golden Crown Lounge, Happy’s Chinese Restaurant, IdaRacing at
Sandy Downs, Jalisco’s, KC’s Food Mart, Karen’s Park Avenue Club, Keefer’s Island Restaurant, La Union
Market, Los Panchos, MacKenzie River Pizza, Marcellar’s Vintage Wines and Brews, Maverik Country Store
(Broadway), Maverik Country Store (Woodruff), Maverik Country Store (Yellowstone), Muddy’s Place,
Mulligans, Noodles and Company, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, Outback Steakhouse, Papa Tom’s Pizza,
Paula’s Meat Market, Peppertree Lounge, Puerto Vallarta (Anderson), Quick Stop of Idaho Falls, R&R Bar, Red
Robin Restaurant, Sage Lakes Café, Sand Creek Café, Shaka’s, Shopko, Short Stop Market, Sizzler Family Steak
House, Steinhouse Bar, Stinker Store No. 27, Stinker Store No. 28, Stockman’s Restaurant, Tandoori Oven, The
Celt, The Shop Bar, Tobacco Connection (S. Utah), Tobacco Connection (Broadway), Tom’s Gyro and Burgers,
Uncle Benny’s Pizza, Walgreens (1st Street), Walgreens (17th Street), Walgreens (Broadway), Winco Foods,
Wrangler Roast Beef and Ham, all carrying the required approvals
It was moved by Councilmember Marohn, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve all items on the Consent
Agenda according to the recommendations presented. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Marohn,
Dingman, Ehardt, Hally, Radford, Smith. Nay – none. Motion carried.
Regular Agenda:
Public Works
Subject: Bid Award – Well 18 Production Well Bridge
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On December 9, 2016, bids were received and opened for the Well 18 Production Well Bridge project. Public
Works recommends approval of the plans and specifications, award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder,
Cannon Builders Inc. in an amount of $44,112.00.
Councilmember Ehardt stated the bridge project is necessary to access the well.
It was moved by Councilmember Ehardt, seconded by Councilmember Dingman, to approve of the plans and
specifications and award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Cannon Builders Inc. an amount of
$44,112.00. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Smith, Hally, Dingman, Radford, Ehardt, Marohn. Nay –
none. Motion carried.
Subject: Professional Services Agreement for Keller Associates, Inc. for Well No. 18 New Well House Design
and Construction Phase Services
For consideration is a Professional Services Agreement for Well No. 18 New Well House Design and Construction
Phase Services with Keller Associates Inc. Keller Associates Inc. will provide engineering services as necessary for
a not-to-exceed amount of $240,000.00.
Councilmember Ehardt stated the well location determines the specifications for the well houses.
It was moved by Councilmember Ehardt, seconded by Councilmember Dingman, to approve the Professional
Services Agreement and give authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the necessary documents. Roll
call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Hally, Marohn, Radford, Dingman, Smith, Ehardt. Nay – none. Motion
carried.
Municipal Services
Subject: Bid IF-17-07, New Electrical Conductors
It is the recommendation of the Idaho Falls Power and Municipal Services Departments to accept the lowest
responsive, responsible bid from D & S Electrical Supply to purchase electrical conductors for a total contract
award of $190,907.60.
Councilmember Marohn stated D & S Electrical Supply was the only company to comply with all requirements.
It was moved by Councilmember Marohn, seconded by Councilmember Radford, to accept the lowest responsive,
responsible bid from D & S Electrical Supply to purchase electrical conductors for a total contract award of
$190,907.60. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Ehardt, Radford, Smith, Marohn, Dingman, Hally. Nay –
none. Motion carried.
Subject: Bid IF-17-08, Electrical Inventory
It is the recommendation of the Idaho Falls Power and Municipal Services Departments to accept the lowest
responsive, responsible bids from the following vendors to furnish electrical inventory for a lump sum amount of
$157,268.78.
Anixter Inc. $68,164.45
General Pacific 11,842.15
Power & Telephone 476.70
Rexel Inc. dba Platt 1,005.10
Electrical Wholesale Supply 18,120.00
Codale Electric Supply (A) 45,635.21
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Codale Electric Supply (B) 7,190.17
D & S Electrical Supply 1,285.00
Northern Power Equipment 3,550.00
Councilmember Marohn stated the bid was recalculated which reduced the lump sum amount by $30.00.
It was moved by Councilmember Marohn, seconded by Councilmember Radford, to accept the lowest responsive,
responsible bids from the various vendors to furnish electrical inventory for a lump sum amount of $157,238.78.
Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Radford, Ehardt, Hally, Smith, Marohn, Dingman. Nay – none.
Motion carried.
Idaho Falls Power
Subject: Resolution Relating to the Northwest’s Federal Dams and Hydrosystem
U.S. District Judge Michael Simon requested in a May 2016 ruling that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau
of Reclamation and Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) review all reasonable options for achieving the goals
of the hydrosystem in order to minimize the system's negative impacts, including dam breech. The outcome of the
analysis will directly affect Idaho Falls Power customers both through electric rates and continued availability of
clean renewable hydropower. City staff has developed a Resolution to voice the Idaho Falls City Council support.
Idaho Falls Power Assistant Director Bear Prairie stated the majority of power supplied in the City comes from the
BPA through the energy production of the dams along the Columbia River and lower Snake River dams. The ruling
requested a NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) analysis from all dams to determine the impact on fish and
wildlife. He indicated the public power sector has spent a tremendous amount of money to provide fish passage
through the dams and have supported survival and fish runs. The ruling also mentioned the potential of removing
the four lower Snake River dams. Mr. Prairie believes the dams uses for irrigation, flood control, and power
production outweighs the impact of fish and wildlife. He indicated since 1978 an excess of $15 billion has been
spent for the recovery of fish of which 1/3 of the City’s BPA power costs go towards fish and wildlife costs. He
stated last year that amount consisted of $7 million from ratepayers of Idaho Falls Power. He believes this
resolution highlights the success story for the hydrosystem and the benefits received from the hydrosystem. Mr.
Prairie stated any costs for breach of dams would be through federal funding. Councilmember Radford stated he
supports finding an effective process as he believes the fish is important to the economy of the State.
Councilmember Ehardt expressed her concern for breaching of dams and possible loss of water control. She is in
support of the resolution. Councilmember Dingman expressed her appreciation for the ability to effectively
communicate to the ratepayers their significant investments and returns. She is fully supportive of the resolution.
Councilmember Smith read the resolution as follows:
WHEREAS, the Columbia and Snake River provide multiple benefits to the Northwest’s economy: including
energy production, irrigation, flood control, trade, fish and wildlife conservation, and recreation; and
WHEREAS, the federal dams and hydrosystem provide the Northwest’s utility customers and businesses with a
critical source of clean, renewable, reliable energy capacity, and generation; and
WHEREAS, the energy generation provided by the federal dams and hydropower system cannot economically be
replaced by other forms of renewable energy generation which operate intermittently; and
WHEREAS, any losses in federal hydrosystem capacity and energy will result in development of additional fossil-
fueled generation; and
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WHEREAS, several Northwest salmon and steelhead species are listed under the Endangered Species Act and
require that a comprehensive approach be taken to protecting them, which includes addressing harvest, habitat, and
hatcheries in addition to hydrosystem operation; and
WHEREAS, Northwest utility customers have made significant investments in improvements to the dams and
hydrosystem operations to benefit fish and wildlife including fish passage systems with a ninety-seven percent
(97%) survival rate which is similar to rates in undammed rivers; and
WHEREAS, salmon runs vary widely from year-to-year, between 2001 and 2015 some of the highest salmon runs
in history occurred – with the dams in place; and
WHEREAS, Lower Snake dam removal would add three (3) to four (4) million metric tons of CO2 to the region’s
environment while reducing the ability for the region to integrate other emission free energy resources like wind
and solar onto the grid.
It was moved by Councilmember Smith, seconded by Councilmember Hally, to approve the resolution and give
authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the necessary document. Roll call as follows: Aye –
Councilmembers Marohn, Dingman, Ehardt, Hally, Radford, Smith. Nay – none. Motion carried.
At the request of Mayor Casper, the City Clerk read the resolution by title and clause:
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-36
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE
STATE OF IDAHO, RELATING TO THE NORTHWEST’S FEDERAL DAMS AND HYDROSYSTEM; AND
PROVIDING THAT THIS RESOLUTION BE EFFECTIVE UPON ITS PASSAGE, APPROVAL, AND
PUBLICATION ACCORDING TO LAW.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IDAHO
FALLS, IDAHO, AS FOLLOWS:
1. That Idaho Falls Power, a department of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, supports an Environmental Impact
Analysis (EIS) that is comprehensive in looking at all factors that have an effect on species recovery in the basin
such as harvest, habitat, climate trends, and ocean conditions; including looking at the benefits and costs, both
monetarily to the region and environmentally to replace any reductions in hydro energy generation and generating
capacity.
Community Development Services
Subject: Annexation with Initial Zoning of R-1, Annexation and Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned
Statements, 2.152 Acres for Heritage Park
For consideration is the application for Annexation with Initial Zoning of R-1, Annexation and Zoning Ordinances,
and Reasoned Statements, 2.152 Acres for Heritage Park. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this
request at its December 6, 2016 meeting and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this
recommendation.
Councilmember Dingman stated the ownership issues have been resolved for this parcel. She commented Heritage
Park is located in the southern portion of Snake River Landing and a donation was recently accepted by the City for
this parcel. She indicated this parcel falls within Category A, owner requested annexation.
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It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Radford, to approve the Ordinance
annexing 2.152 Acres for Heritage Park, 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. 3107
AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING APPROXIMATELY 2.152 ACRES DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS
ORDINANCE; ASSIGNING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION OF PARKS, RECREATION;
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 2.152 Acres for Heritage Park, 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 “Parks, Recreation” and establishing the Initial Zoning for 2.152
Acres for Heritage Park 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 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. 3108
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE
STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE INITIAL ZONING OF APPROXIMATELY 2.152 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 R-1 Residence Zone for 2.152 Acres for
Heritage Park, 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 R-2, Annexation and Zoning Ordinances,
Development Agreement, and Reasoned Statements, Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3
For consideration is the application for Annexation with Initial Zoning of R-2, Annexation and Zoning Ordinances,
and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards, Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3. The
Planning and Zoning Commission considered this request at its October 4, 2016 meeting and recommended
approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this recommendation
Mayor Casper opened the public hearing and ordered all information presented be entered into the record.
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Community Development Services Director Brad Cramer appeared with the following:
Slide 1-Property under consideration in current zoning designations
Slide 2- Future Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan
Slide 3- Aerial photo of property under consideration
Slide 4- Additional aerial photo of property under consideration
Director Cramer stated the annexation includes the right-of-way to allow requirements of curb, gutter, and sidewalk
as the County prefers the right-of-way be annexed to allow City maintenance of facilities. He believes this property
currently has City sewer and water services.
Slide 5- Photo looking south across the property
Slide 6-Photo looking down Houston Street
Slide 7-Photo looking south along Saturn Avenue
Slide 8-Photo looking west across Saturn Avenue
Slide 9-Photo looking north along Saturn Avenue
Director Cramer stated this is a Category A annexation.
Mayor Casper requested any public comment.
Duwayne Kirkham, 1475 Houston, appeared. Mr. Kirkham believes an apartment building will be constructed in
this area which would obstruct his view. He is not supportive of the annexation.
Misty Kirkham, LaPrele Street, appeared. Ms. Kirkham expressed her concern for snow removal/plowing and
believes any water will drain into and flood the area. She is not supportive of the annexation.
Denise Westergard appeared. Ms. Westergard does not believe an apartment complex would be inappropriate for
the property. She is opposed to the annexation.
Councilmember Smith believes the area is primarily low-density residential. Director Cramer reviewed the intent of
the Comprehensive Plan Map and believes it is not inappropriate to assign the requested zone.
Mayor Casper closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Dingman reiterated this is Category A, owner requested annexation. She stated the zoning is
consistent with the vision of the Comprehensive Plan in the general area.
It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Marohn, to approve the Development
Agreement for Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3, and give authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the necessary documents. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers Hally, Radford, Dingman, Marohn.
Nay – Councilmembers Smith, Ehardt. Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Marohn, to approve the Ordinance
annexing Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3, 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, Marohn, Hally, Radford. Nay – Councilmembers Smith, Ehardt. Motion carried.
At the request of Mayor Casper, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only:
ORDINANCE NO. 3109
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AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING APPROXIMATELY 0.502 ACRES DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS
ORDINANCE; ASSIGNING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION OF HIGHER 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 Marohn, to approve the Reasoned
Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation for Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3, and
give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilmembers
Marohn, Dingman, Hally, Radford. Nay – Councilmembers Ehardt, Smith. Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Marohn, to approve the Ordinance
assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of “High Density Residential” and establishing the Initial Zoning for
Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3 as R-2 (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 Hally, Dingman, Radford, Marohn. Nay –
Councilmembers Smith, Ehardt. Motion carried.
Councilmember Smith stated he would be supportive of annexing the entire block, not just one lot.
At the request of Mayor Casper, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only:
ORDINANCE NO. 3110
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE
STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE INITIAL ZONING OF APPROXIMATELY 0.502 ACRES
DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE AS R-2 ZONE; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY,
PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilmember Dingman, seconded by Councilmember Marohn, to approve the Reasoned
Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of R-2 Residence Zone for Lot 7, Block 4,
Yellowstone Div. No. 3, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. Roll call as
follows: Aye – Councilmembers Hally, Marohn, Radford, Dingman. Nay – Councilmembers Smith, Ehardt. Motion
carried.
Mayor Casper wished everyone a happy holiday season and expressed her appreciation to serve.
There being no further business, it was moved by Councilmember Smith to adjourn the meeting at 8:23 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
SPECIAL MEETING
Thursday, December 15, 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 this 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. 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. Item from the City Clerk:
1) Approval of License Applications, including Beer Licenses for 3’s Company Catering, Albertson’s
(17th Street), Albertson’s (Broadway), ARTitorium on Broadway, Arugula Deli, Bee’s Knees Pub
and Catering Company, Black Rock Fine Wine, Buck’s, Carniceria Aguililla, Casa Jalisco’s, Chef
Shane’s Perspective, Chili’s Grill and Bar, D’Railed, El Rinconcito Authentic Mexican Food, Fat
Smitty’s LLC, Frosty Gator, Garcia’s Best Restaurants, Get-N-Go Convenience Store, Golden
Crown Lounge, Happy’s Chinese Restaurant, IdaRacing at Sandy Downs, Jalisco’s, KC’s Food
Mart, Karen’s Park Avenue Club, Keefer’s Island Restaurant, La Union Market, Los Panchos,
MacKenzie River Pizza, Marcellar’s Vintage Wines and Brews, Maverik Country Store
(Broadway), Maverik Country Store (Woodruff), Maverik Country Store (Yellowstone), Muddy’s
Place, Mulligans, Noodles and Company, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, Outback Steakhouse,
Papa Tom’s Pizza, Paula’s Meat Market, Peppertree Lounge, Puerto Vallarta (Anderson), Quick
Stop of Idaho Falls, R&R Bar, Red Robin Restaurant, Sage Lakes Café, Sand Creek Café, Shaka’s,
Shopko, Short Stop Market, Sizzler Family Steak House, Steinhouse Bar, Stinker Store No. 27,
Stinker Store No. 28, Stockman’s Restaurant, Tandoori Oven, The Celt, The Shop Bar, Tobacco
Connection (S. Utah), Tobacco Connection (Broadway), Tom’s Gyro and Burgers, Uncle Benny’s
Pizza, Walgreens (1st Street), Walgreens (17th Street), Walgreens (Broadway), Winco Foods,
Wrangler Roast Beef and Ham, 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) Bid Award – Well 18 Production Well Bridge: On December 9, 2016, bids were received and
opened for the Well 18 Production Well Bridge project. Public Works recommends approval of the
plans and specifications, award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Cannon Builders Inc.
in an amount of $44,112.00.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve of the plans and specifications and award to the lowest
responsive, responsible bidder, Cannon Builders Inc. an amount of $44,112.00 (or take other
action deemed appropriate).
2) Professional Services Agreement for Keller Associates, Inc. for Well No. 18 New Well House
Design and Construction Phase Services: For consideration is a Professional Services Agreement
for Well No. 18 New Well House Design and Construction Phase Services with Keller Associates Inc.
Keller Associates Inc. will provide engineering services as necessary for a not-to-exceed amount of
$240,000.00.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve the Professional Services Agreement and give
authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the necessary documents (or take other
action deemed appropriate).
B. Municipal Services
1) Bid IF-17-07, New Electrical Conductors: It is the recommendation of the Idaho Falls Power
and Municipal Services Departments to accept the lowest responsive, responsible bid from D & S
Electrical Supply to purchase electrical conductors for a total contract award of $190,907.60.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: To accept the lowest responsive, responsible bid from D & S Electrical
Supply to purchase electrical conductors for a total contract award of $190,907.60 (or take other
action deemed appropriate).
2) Bid IF-17-08, Electrical Inventory: It is the recommendation of the Idaho Falls Power and
Municipal Services Departments to accept the lowest responsive, responsible bids from the
following vendors to furnish electrical inventory for a lump sum amount of $157,268.78.
Anixter Inc. $68,164.45
General Pacific 11,842.15
Power & Telephone 476.70
Rexel Inc. dba Platt 1,005.10
Electrical Wholesale Supply 18,120.00
Codale Electric Supply (A) 45,635.21
Codale Electric Supply (B) 7,190.17
D & S Electrical Supply 1,285.00
Northern Power Equipment 3,550.00
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RECOMMENDED ACTION: To accept the lowest responsive, responsible bids from the various
vendors to furnish electrical inventory for a lump sum amount of $157,268.78 (or take other action
deemed appropriate).
C. Idaho Falls Power
1) Resolution Relating to the Northwest’s Federal Dams and Hydrosystem: U.S. District Judge
Michael Simon requested in a May 2016 ruling that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of
Reclamation and Bonneville Power Administration review all reasonable options for achieving the
goals of the hydrosystem in order to minimize the system's negative impacts, including dam
breech. The outcome of the analysis will directly affect Idaho Falls Power customers both through
electric rates and continued availability of clean renewable hydropower. City staff has developed a
Resolution to voice the Idaho Falls City Council support.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve the resolution and give authorization for the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute the necessary document (or take other action deemed appropriate).
D. Community Development Services
1) Annexation with Initial Zoning of R-1, Annexation and Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned
Statements, 2.152 Acres for Heritage Park: For consideration is the application for Annexation
with Initial Zoning of R-1, Annexation and Zoning Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements, 2.152
Acres for Heritage Park. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this request at its
December 6, 2016 meeting and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with
this recommendation.
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: (in sequential order)
a. To approve the Ordinance annexing 2.152 Acres for Heritage Park, 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 2.152 Acres for Heritage Park, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the
necessary documents.
c. To approve the Ordinance assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of “Parks,
Recreation” and establishing the Initial Zoning for 2.152 Acres for Heritage Park 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.
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d. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial
Zoning of R-1 Residence Zone for 2.152 Acres for Heritage Park, and give authorization for
the Mayor to execute the necessary documents.
2) Public Hearing - Annexation with Initial Zoning of R-2, Annexation and Zoning Ordinances,
Development Agreement, and Reasoned Statements, Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3: For
consideration is the application for Annexation with Initial Zoning of R-2, Annexation and Zoning
Ordinances, and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards, Lot 7, Block 4,
Yellowstone Div. No. 3. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this request at its
October 4, 2016 meeting and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this
recommendation
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: (in sequential order)
a. To approve the Development Agreement for Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3, and
give authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the necessary documents.
b. To approve the Ordinance annexing Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3, 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).
c. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation
for Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute
the necessary documents.
d. To approve the Ordinance assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of “High Density
Residential” and establishing the Initial Zoning for Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3 as
R-2 (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.
e. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial
Zoning of R-2 Residence Zone for Lot 7, Block 4, Yellowstone Div. No. 3, and give
authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents.
6. Motion to Adjourn.
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City of Idaho Falls
Engineering Department
Bid Tabulation
Project..... Well 18 Production Well Bridge Number...... 1-38-06-3-WTR-2016-17
Submitted Date.......... November 18, 2019
Engineer's Estimate Cannon Builders, Inc. CR Clark Construction TMC Contractors Knife River DL Beck 3H Richardson Concrete
Item Estimated
Number Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Amount Unit Price Total Amount Unit Price Total Amount Unit Price Total Amount Unit Price Total Amount Unit Price Total Amount Unit Price Total Amount Unit Price Total Amount
EARTHWORK AND BASES
209.01.2 Clearing and Grubbing 1 L.S. $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $1,400.00 $1,400.00 $5,674.00 $5,674.00 $5,750.00 $5,750.00 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $3,500.00 $3,500.00 $18,300.00 $18,300.00 $1,818.00 $1,818.00
209.08.3 Granular Borrow 102 C.Y. $40.00 $4,080.00 $50.00 $5,100.00 $42.00 $4,284.00 $31.00 $3,162.00 $35.00 $3,570.00 $60.00 $6,120.00 $38.00 $3,876.00 $52.54 $5,359.08
209.09.2 Aggregate Base 46 C.Y. $45.00 $2,070.00 $52.00 $2,392.00 $54.00 $2,484.00 $31.50 $1,449.00 $47.00 $2,162.00 $85.00 $3,910.00 $35.00 $1,610.00 $83.14 $3,824.44
209.10.2 Structure Excavation 120 C.Y. $40.00 $4,800.00 $30.00 $3,600.00 $35.00 $4,200.00 $16.25 $1,950.00 $21.00 $2,520.00 $33.00 $3,960.00 $30.00 $3,600.00 $51.56 $6,187.20
209.10.3 Structure Backfill 52 C.Y. $50.00 $2,600.00 $40.00 $2,080.00 $55.00 $2,860.00 $155.00 $8,060.00 $44.00 $2,288.00 $95.00 $4,940.00 $45.00 $2,340.00 $141.89 $7,378.28
TRENCH EXCAVATION AND BACK
809.12.2 Repair of Waterways 70 L.F. $15.00 $1,050.00 $22.00 $1,540.00 $54.00 $3,780.00 $21.00 $1,470.00 $80.00 $5,600.00 $25.00 $1,750.00 $40.00 $2,800.00 $27.83 $1,948.10
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
Alum. Box Culvert with Wing Walls
SP - 1 1 Each $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $6,442.00 $6,442.00 $20,900.00 $20,900.00 $18,500.00 $18,500.00 $22,700.00 $22,700.00 $8,944.00 $8,944.00 $30,514.00 $30,514.00
(Installation Only)
SP - 2 10' Concrete Barrier 4 Each $1,500.00 $6,000.00 $650.00 $2,600.00 $1,176.00 $4,704.00 $1,415.00 $5,660.00 $800.00 $3,200.00 $1,200.00 $4,800.00 $920.00 $3,680.00 $1,235.85 $4,943.40
SP - 3 Edge Delineation Sign 2 Each $400.00 $800.00 $200.00 $400.00 $251.00 $502.00 $410.00 $820.00 $480.00 $960.00 $350.00 $700.00 $275.00 $550.00 $346.50 $693.00
SP - 4 Poured in Place Concrete Footing 2 Each $6,000.00 $12,000.00 $5,000.00 $10,000.00 $10,286.00 $20,572.00 $5,625.00 $11,250.00 $11,000.00 $22,000.00 $7,500.00 $15,000.00 $11,950.00 $23,900.00 $4,566.00 $9,132.00
TOTAL $60,400.00 $44,112.00 $55,502.00 $60,471.00 $63,300.00 $67,380.00 $69,600.00 $71,797.50
WTR-2016-17 Bridge Engr Est.xlsx 12/9/2016
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January 12, 2016
Resolution Relating to the Northwest’s Federal Dams and Hydrosystem
After decades in federal court, U.S. District Judge Michael Simon requested in a May 2016 ruling
that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Reclamation and Bonneville Power
Administration review all reasonable options for achieving the goals of the hydrosystem (power
generation, flood control, navigation, irrigation, recreation), in order to minimize the system’s
negative impacts – including dam breech.
The first step in this three-year review process are public “scoping” meetings across the region
related to the federal hydropower dams on the Columbia and Snake rivers. The purpose of the public
meetings is to gather input from Northwest residents about dam operations, benefits, and the dams’
impact on air, water, land and wildlife, including endangered salmon. Public testimony is also being
received.
The majority of the electricity used in the City of Idaho Falls comes from the federal hydropower
system. The outcome of the analysis will directly affect Idaho Falls Power customers both through
electric rates and continued availability of clean renewable hydropower.
Idaho Falls Power staff has been participating in the meetings and we encourage Council members
and our customers to comment by the January 17 deadline. Staff has developed a Resolution voicing
Idaho Falls City Council support to be submitted during the comment period.
Idaho Falls Power respectfully requests that City Council approve the Resolution and authorize the
Mayor to sign the document.
JRF/773
Attachment
C: City Clerk
City Attorney
file
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL
CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, RELATING TO THE
NORTHWEST’S FEDERAL DAMS AND HYDROSYSTEM; AND
PROVIDING THAT THIS RESOLUTION BE EFFECTIVE UPON ITS
PASSAGE, APPROVAL, AND PUBLICATION ACCORDING TO LAW.
WHEREAS, the Columbia and Snake Rivers provide multiple benefits to the Northwest’s economy:
including energy production, irrigation, flood control, trade, and fish and wildlife conservation, and
fishing; and
WHEREAS, the federal dams and hydrosystem provide the Northwest’s utility customers and
businesses with a critical source of clean, renewable, reliable energy capacity, and generation; and
WHEREAS, the energy generation provided by the federal dams and hydropower system cannot
economically be replaced by other forms of renewable energy generation which operate
intermittently; and
WHEREAS, any losses in federal hydrosystem capacity and energy will result in development of
more fossil-fueled generation; and
WHEREAS, several Northwest salmon and steelhead species are listed under the Endangered
Species Act and require that a comprehensive approach be taken to protecting them, which includes
addressing harvest, habitat, and hatcheries in addition to hydrosystem operation; and
WHEREAS, northwest utility customers have made significant investments in improvements to the
dams and in hydrosystem operations to benefit fish and wildlife including fish passage systems with
a ninety-seven percent (97%) survival rate which is similar to rates in undammed rivers;
WHEREAS, salmon runs vary widely from year-to-year, between 2001 and 2015 some of the
highest salmon runs in history occurred – with the dams in place; and
WHEREAS, dam removal would add three (3) to four (4) metric tons of CO2 to the regions
environment while reducing the ability for the region to integrate other emission free energy
resources like wind and solar onto the grid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, AS FOLLOWS:
1. That Idaho Falls Power, a department of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, supports an impact
analysis that is comprehensive in looking at all factors that have an effect on species recovery in the
basin such as harvest, habitat, climate trends, and ocean conditions; including looking at the benefits
and costs, both monetarily to the region and environmentally to replace any reductions in hydro
energy generation and generating capacity.
ADOPTED and effective this ____ day of December, 2016.
CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO
_________________________________
Rebecca L. Noah Casper, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk
(SEAL)
STATE OF IDAHO )
) ss:
County of Bonneville )
I, KATHY HAMPTON, CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, DO HEREBY
CERTIFY:
That the above and foregoing is a full, true and correct copy of the Resolution
entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A
MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, RELATING TO
THE NORTHWEST’S FEDERAL DAMS AND HYDROSYSTEM; AND
PROVIDING THAT THIS RESOLUTION BE EFFECTIVE UPON ITS
PASSAGE, APPROVAL, AND PUBLICATION ACCORDING TO LAW.”
_______________________________
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk
(SEAL)
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