City Council
Regular MeetingIdaho Falls, ID · September 8, 2020
Minutes
September 8, 2020 Work Session
The City Council of the City of Idaho Falls met in Council Work Session, Tuesday, September 8, 2020, in the Council
Chambers in the City Annex Building located at 680 Park Avenue in Idaho Falls, Idaho at 3:00 p.m.
Call to Order and Roll Call:
There were present:
Mayor Rebecca L. Noah Casper
Councilmember Michelle Ziel-Dingman
Councilmember John Radford (via WebEx)
Councilmember Thomas Hally
Councilmember Jim Freeman (via WebEx)
Councilmember Jim Francis
Councilmember Shelly Smede
Also present:
PJ Holm, Parks and Recreation Director
Ronnie Campbell, Parks Division Superintendent
Chris Horsley, Recreation Division Superintendent
David Pennock, Idaho Falls Zoo Superintendent
Pamela Alexander, Municipal Services Director
Josh Roos, Treasurer
Duane Nelson, Fire Chief (via WebEx)
Bryce Johnson, Police Chief
Bill Squires, Police Captain
Randy Fife, City Attorney
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk
Mayor Casper called the meeting to order at 3:02 p.m. with the following items:
Acceptance and/or Receipt of Minutes:
It was moved by Councilor Francis, seconded by Council President Dingman, to receive the recommendations from
the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting of September 1, 2020 pursuant to the Local Land Use Planning Act
(LLUPA). Roll call as follows: Aye – Councilors Hally, Radford, Francis, Dingman, Smede, Freeman. Nay – none.
Motion carried.
Calendars, Announcements and Reports
September 10-12 and 17-19, Parade of Homes
September 10, Photo Op with Evalyn McGaha (Ms. McGaha was recently honored at the White House, she will also
be honored at the September 10 City Council Meeting)
September 12, Idaho Falls Symphony Live Backyard Broadcast
September 16, Citizen’s Police Academy begins
September 16, Chamber of Commerce Business Lunch with Governor Brad Little
September 17, Constitution Day
September 18, Community Suicide Prevention (CSP) Annual Suicide Prevention Conference
September 24, Idaho Falls Power (IFP) Board Meeting and City Council Meeting
October 8, Regional Economic Development Inc. (REDI) Virtual Annual Summit and City Council Meeting
October 24, Airport leadership Workshop
Mayor Casper stated she attended the open house for Community Youth in Action (CYA) on September 5 – she noted
there have been several updates to the City-owned (Boy Scouts of America) facility. She also stated open enrollment
is occurring for any changes to the employee benefit package.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update:
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Mayor Casper stated the number of reported cases has decreased. The Eastern Idaho Public Health (EIPH) Board was
complimented by the area hospitals as they believe the decrease is due to the current EIPH orders. Mayor Casper
noted the recent back to school and the previous Labor Day holiday weekend may have an impact to the COVID rates
in the near future.
Liaison Reports and Council Concerns:
Council President Dingman reiterated the CYA open house. She believes CYA provides an invaluable service to the
community including school supplies, a food pantry, clothing, tutoring, and life-skill classes. She also believes the
facility space is well-built for this purpose.
Councilor Francis noted Chief Johnson has spent several hours with the Connecting Us – Sustaining Progress (CUSP)
committee.
Councilor Hally stated personnel from the Idaho Falls Fire Department (IFFD) are still/currently deployed for
wildland fires. He also stated a Homeland grant in the amount of $36,000 would upgrade the Global Positioning
System (GPS) that automatically turns street lights to green for the sirens. The remaining grant funds would retrofit
the attachment of air bottles.
Councilor Smede stated, referencing COVID, students are not liking masks very well. Mayor Casper noted per
Councilor Smede, individuals can take a mask break, and individuals can set their own boundaries but they should
not try to set others’ boundaries.
Councilor Freeman gave a shout-out to IFP, the IFFD, the Idaho Falls Police Department (IFPD), and the Street
Division for their assistance with the recent storm/wind issues. He noted Pinecrest Golf Course lost several trees
during this storm. He also stated IFPD is continuing to review and update their Use of Force policies. Mayor Casper
noted the dialogue with IFPD is an ongoing effort and the IFPD is continuing to work on several items, including
outreach.
Councilor Radford had no items to report.
General Parks and Recreation (P&R) Summer Activities Update:
Director Holm expressed his appreciation to the P&R staff for their hard work cleaning up trees and debris following
the recent wind/storm. He displayed several pictures from the recent storm.
Director Holm reviewed the Parks Operation and Maintenance effects of COVID-19 including budget cuts, staff
reductions, and priorities for Sandy Downs, Parks Maintenance, Weed Control, Noise Park, and Horticulture. He
displayed several pictures of overgrown weeds in shrub beds and playgrounds, overgrown grass in turf areas, weeds
on sidewalks and right-of-ways, irrigation issues, cemeteries, and increased cleaning and disinfecting. Director Holm
noted the death of a City employee in the Parks Division earlier in the year. He stated all Rec staff were needed to
help with Parks staff in the cemeteries prior to Memorial Day – he expressed his appreciation to the Rec staff. Director
Holm also displayed several pictures of completed projects including the Lincoln Park water line and restroom,
removal of the fence at Elk Pasture, removal of old and outdated playgrounds at Central Park and Rollandet Park
(these playgrounds are top priority for replacement), removal of the old storage building at Funland, road
improvements at Fielding Cemetery and North Park Road in Tautphaus Park, installation of new playgrounds at The
Dunes Park and Community Park, installation of two (2) ping pongs tables along the Riverwalk, replacement of
wooden seating with aluminum planking on east end of arena and grandstand improvements at Sandy Downs, new
paint on restrooms and shelters, construction of shelters and installation of drinking fountains for humans and dogs
at the dog park (Director Holm noted this shelter was coordinated with the Airport per Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) guidelines/requirements), repair of pumps and ground work at Ryder Park, and ground work
and prep work for relocating the power lines at Heritage Park. Per Mayor Casper, Mr. Campbell stated trees are
replaced in parks as they are blown over, the old/outdated playground equipment is destroyed (for liability concerns),
and the employees are temporarily relocated from Horticulture to Parks Maintenance (he believes those employees
will be needed in the following year). Per Mayor Casper, Director Holm noted the playground equipment at The
Dunes was purchased by The Dunes Home Owners Association (HOA). He agreed discussion will need to occur
regarding additional park property and green space as he believes staff is tapped out, and the current parks property
is the priority. Per Councilor Hally, Director Holm stated the playground at The Dunes is located on City-owned
property and is open to the public.
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Director Holm reviewed the Rec Division effects of COVID-19 at the Aquatic Center – closed for more than 10
weeks with limited services following those 10 weeks; any program that required frequent contact was canceled; and
the Rec Center – closed for more than 10 weeks, modified hours are continuing; the impact has effected facility use
and revenue generation. Mr. Horsley believes consumer behavior has lost confidence in consistent available services.
Director Holm reviewed program participation including softball tournaments, girls’ fast-pitch softball league, adult
slow-pitch softball, youth baseball, Bobbie Sox/Knothole, youth volleyball, flag football, public and lap swim, swim
lesson, and Kids Tri Harder Triathlon. He noted the largest subsidized facility in the Rec budget is the Aquatic Center.
He believes the deficit will be larger than predicted due to COVID-19. He stated discussion will be occurring
regarding a 3-5 year plan to get the Rec Fund back in the black, although there are struggles with COVID-19. Director
Holm reviewed public swim, lap swim, and swim lesson participants. He believes swim lessons are a necessity in
this area. Per Councilor Hally, Director Holm stated there is typically $90,000 annual revenue in swim lessons, this
amount is approximately $4,000 in the current year. He also stated the seasonal employees at the Aquatic Center were
furloughed during COVID to reduce expenses. Mr. Horsley noted swim lessons were not offered at the Aquatic
Center per the EIPH guidelines issued. Director Holm noted swim lessons were occurring at private facilities,
although he believed the City needed to lead by example and make the right decision for the community. Director
Holm reviewed canceled programs including several basketball programs, tennis lessons, and Yoga classes. He stated
many programs were canceled from April through July. In summary, COVID-19 created a revenue loss to the Rec
Division. More importantly are the direct impacts COVID-19 has had on the mental and physical health of
participants and the community. Director Holm expressed his appreciation to the Parks staff and Mr. Campbell for
their assistance with the Aquatic Center. He also expressed his appreciation to Lowe’s for donating maintenance
equipment for all 22 baseball/softball fields in Idaho Falls. He stated P&R also reached out to the user groups for
their assistance.
Golf Division – Director Holm stated the Golf Division staff has followed the COVID rules and regulations which
have carried over to the customers who have also been very mindful and careful. Negative effects of COVID-19 –
season pass sales and golf association dues are reduced, and company outings have been canceled for the most part.
Positive effects – total revenues have increased approximately $200,000 from 2019 which includes daily green fees,
green fee punch passes, short course fees, cart rentals, and merchandise sales. Director Holm stated the Golf Division
is working with other departments to fund a new irrigation system at Pinecrest Golf Course. This project will cost
approximately $3M. The Golf Division is also working with the Idaho Irrigation District to convert the course from
ground water to surface water which will save more than 66M gallons of potable water annually. Director Holm
displayed several pictures of downed trees at Pinecrest Golf Course following the recent storm.
Idaho Falls Zoo – Director Holm stated the zoo was closed during April and a portion of May. There have been no
on-site educational programs, all events were canceled (with the exception of one (1) event by the Tautphaus Park
Zoological Society (TPZS)), plans are being developed for virtual versions of other events, and attendance was
reduced by 34% compared to the previous year. He reviewed several water conservation projects (in partnership with
the Water Division), the Island Adventure Exhibit, and a new maintenance shop which was developed from the old
4H wash barn. Mr. Pennock stated these projects will be a time-savings to staff.
Director Holm reviewed cleanup projects for Funland. He also stated a Funland Committee has been formed.
Discussion of Proposed War Bonnet Round Up Rodeo Advisory Committee:
Director Holm stated this discussion has been occurring for the previous 1-2 years although the advisory committee
has not been officially part of City Code Title 2 referencing boards, committees, commissions. He recommended
formally establishing a committee with purpose, duties, composition, rules for appointment, attendance, meetings,
removal, and rules. He stated the committee would include seven (7) voting members (there are currently 15 members
on the committee) which would be non-City employees, and each member would have a three-year staggered term.
Director Holm believes the Shoshone-Bannock Tribe should have a standing spot on this committee. Brief discussion
and comments followed regarding the Shoshone-Bannock Tribe organization, and the number of days required for
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the annual report. Councilor Francis prefers the annual report timeframe be increased from 45 days to 60 days. Mayor
Casper stated this item will be included on the September 10 Council Meeting agenda.
Discussion of Uncollectable Utility Service and Ambulance Accounts:
Director Alexander stated uncollectible ambulance and utility accounts are reviewed on an annual basis. She also
stated there is a City Service Delivery Account Write-off Policy that provides a five-year period of no collection
activity, and accurately reflects the City’s uncollectible revenue for the external audit. Director Alexander stated the
uncollectable 666 utility service (water, wastewater, electric, and sanitation) accounts = $235,291.65. She noted this
amount is for calendar year 2015. She also noted this amount is $75,692 less than the previous year. Per Councilor
Radford, Director Alexander anticipates this number to decrease due to standardization of policies.
Director Alexander recognized the ambulance committee consisting of herself, Mr. Roos, IFFD Division Chief Eric
Day, IFFD Administrative Assistant Maria Escobar, and Utility Cashier Jennifer Strong. She stated this committee
meets on a monthly basis, they also meet on a quarterly basis with the collection agency. She indicated the committee
looks at those accounts requesting hardships as well as trends per the collection agency. The total ambulance write-
off amount = $2,641,390.71. Director Alexander stated the majority of this amount is due to Medicare/Medicaid
which requires billing at the published/allowed rate, this rate may not be the actual rate paid. She noted many
insurance carriers may not cover ambulance services. This write-off amount is for calendar year service dates of 2017
and 2019. Per Mayor Casper, Director Alexander stated the majority of the 2017 write-off is per the collection agency
and the majority of the 2019 write-off is due to Medicare/Medicaid. She noted this amount is substantially lower than
the previous year. She also noted the City uses three (3) collection agencies to assist with collections. Chief Nelson
reiterated the Committee works diligently to find the best ways possible to collect the most money for this service.
He also reiterated the amount of uncollectible rates from Medicare/Medicaid. Per Councilor Radford, Chief Nelson
stated the law only allows one (1) rate for all individuals who may need ambulance service(s). Per Councilor Francis,
Mr. Roos stated this Medicare/Medicaid write-off is not included in the red in the monthly Treasurer’s Report for
ambulance.
Director Alexander stated there have been a variety of uncollectable miscellaneous accounts for several years. She
also stated delinquent parking tickets were reviewed for the previous 20 years as part of database clean-up. She noted
there is no consequence for delinquent parking tickets as these do not go against a credit rating. Total uncollectable
parking tickets and miscellaneous accounts for up to 2015 = $91,200.64. Director Alexander stated this is the first
year for this requested write-off. Mr. Roos believes this amount will decrease in future years. Mayor Casper stated
these three (3) write-offs will be included on the September 10 Council Meeting agenda.
Review of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding serving in Idaho Falls School District #91:
Chief Johnson commended Capt. Squires for his work with the School Resource Program. He also commended the
four (4) School Resource Officers (SRO). He stated the school district pays 70% for two (2) SROs and pays 50% for
the remaining two (2) SROs. He believes this is a great partnership with the school district and makes a difference
with the kids. Capt. Squires introduced Justin Hegstrom, Taylorview Middle School SRO; Dax Siddoway, Skyline
High School SRO; Brian Smith, Idaho Falls High School SRO; and Chris Reed, Eagle Rock Middle School SRO. He
noted these SROs also attend the feeder elementary schools. Capt. Squires stated he greatly values the role as a SRO.
He also stated it takes a diverse individual to accommodate the different individuals in school operations. They must
be excellent communicators, think creatively, be flexible, build a rapport with students, and satisfy
parents/teachers/faculty/administration. Capt. Squires reviewed the previous school year statistics including calls for
services, disturbances, and assault/battery. He also reviewed statistics these SROs performed within the Detective
Division including calls for service, felony case investigations, sexual assaults, burglary/grand theft, robbery, and
arson. Capt. Squires commended the SROs. He stated the SROs also perform informal counseling sessions with
students, meet with parents/teachers/faculty, maintain safety at all sporting events, and teach classes. He believes the
SROs are successful as the program is supported by the IFPD, and the SROs take pride and ownership in their
respective schools. He also believes the SROs want a safe environment for kids. Chief Johnson then presented a video
recognizing Officer Reed. He believes the SROs make an impact in peoples’ lives. Councilor Francis expressed his
appreciation with the philosophy of the SROs. Councilor Radford expressed his appreciation with the partnership of
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the City and the school district. Council President Dingman expressed her appreciation for the positive relationships
with the SROs and the students. Per Mayor Casper, Officer Smith stated the SROs try to build relationships with the
kids, including helping kids through bad behavior. He noted kids are all in different situations. Officer Reed stated
the SRO triangle is teaching, mentoring, and law enforcement. He also stated the first priority is safety. Officer
Hegstrom stated SROs can help kids stay, or get, onto the right path through proactive work. Chief Johnson
commended the officers. Mayor Casper stated this MOU will be included on the September 10 Council Meeting
agenda.
Presentation and Discussion of Amendments to Idaho Falls City Code – General Definitions:
Mr. Fife stated he has moved multiple definitions, spread throughout City Code, to the beginning of the code. This
required renumbering or re-lettering of the definitions throughout the code. These amendments also define code
definitions/structures. Mr. Fife stated there are no significant changes to any of the meanings. He noted the LLUPA
and zoning designations may be presented in the future. He also noted items related to State or Federal regulations
were kept internal to those chapters. Mr. Fife stated changes to gender neutral language will also occur in the future,
and Title 2 may need to be more standardized. Per Councilor Smede, Mr. Fife briefly explained willfully versus
knowingly. He noted this language is from the State Criminal Code as there is more body of interpretation in State
Code than City Code. Brief comments followed. Mayor Casper stated this item will be included on the September 10
Council Meeting agenda.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
s/ Kathy Hampton s/ Rebecca L. Noah Casper
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk Rebecca L. Noah Casper, Mayor
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Agenda
Honorable Mayor and Council
Brad Cramer, Community Development Services Director
September 2, 2020
September 1, 2020, Planning Commission Action
Planning Commission took the following action during the September 1, 2020 meeting.
1. RZON20-010: REZONE. Rezone from I&M to R3A, Lots 3, 4, and 5, Block 1 McNeil
Business Park Division 2, SE ¼, Sec 25, T 2N R37. North of W Sunnyside Rd., easy of S
Yellowstone Ave, south of W 25th St., west of Rollandet Ave. On September 1, 2020 the
Planning Commission recommended to the Mayor and City Council approval of the rezone
from I&M to R3A.
2. RZON20-012: REZONE. Rezone from R&D, Research and Development to R3A,
Residential Mixed Use, Lot 1, Block 2, Energy Plaza. Generally located north of Science
Center Drive, east of Fremont Ave., South of Energy Dr, west of US Highway 20. On
September 1, 2020 the Planning Commission recommended to the Mayor and City Council
approval of the rezone from R&D to R3A.
3. ANNX20-013: ANNEXATION/INITIAL ZONING. Annexation & Initial Zoning of
R3A, Approximately 2.244 acres Section 7, Township 2 North, Range 38 East.
Generally located north of Science Center Drive, east of Fremont Ave., South of Energy Dr,
west of US Highway 20. On September 1, 2020 the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended to the Mayor and City Council approval of the annexation and initial zoning
of R3A.
4. ANNX20-012: ANNEXATION/INITIAL ZONING. Annexation and Initial Zoning of
HC for .52 acres NE1/4 SE1/4 Section 8, Township 2 North, Range 38 East, Lot 5,
Block 1, Lots 1-5 and a portion of Lots 7 and 10, Block 2, Lots 1-5, Block 4, Hodson
Addition and Lots 12-15, Block 2 and Lots 6-7, Block 4, Hodson Addition First
Amended.. North of Lincoln Rd, East of N Yellowstone Hwy, South of N Yellowstone
Hwy, West of N 25th E. On September 1, 2020 the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended to the Mayor and City Council approval of the annexation and initial zoning
of HC.
5. PLAT20-034: FINAL PLAT. Intermountain Industrial Park. North of N Yellowstone
Hwy, east of Holmes Ave, south of E Iona Rd, west of N 15th E. On September 1, 2020 the
Planning and Zoning Commission recommended to the Mayor and City Council approval of
the final plat.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: To receive recommendation(s) from the Planning and
Zoning Commission pursuant to the Local Land Use Planning Act (LLUPA).
PARKS & RECREATION
SHADE TREE COMMITTEE MINUTES
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Activity Center
12:00 Noon
ATTENDEES:
Hannah Payne, Lee Washburn, Matt Hill, Randy Westergard, Kim Johnson, Ronnie Campbell, Aaron
McCracken Gerry Bates, Lyon Johnson, Mason Handke, William Harker, Rich Potter and 6 High School
Students, Madilyn Schefield, Amaya Preunenstiel, Jozie Billings, Alex Lacraix, Lexi Schwartz and Ethen
Perttula.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Matt Hill Approved, Randy Westergard Second
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Tree code enforcement letters went out in March. Public feels getting the letters means their trees are out of
code, neighbors are calling them in, or they are being personally targeted by the City. Public is confused by
letter when they do not have trees. Gerry Bates mentioned that he received a letter and he felt he was being
targeted, as if someone felt his trees were out of code, which he knows that they are not. Gerry Bates did
not know it was a basic letter. There was a suggestion to add to the letter that stipulates; if you do not have
trees, please disregard, and rewriting the letter so that the letter is more clear to avoid excessive phone calls.
Suggested all scenarios in letter so that individuals know which scenario they fit in.
ARBOR DAY 2020:
Lee introduced he would like Arbor Day 2020 to be April 14th from 10am – 12pm. Mason indicated Mayor
is traveling most of April. If she cannot be present, she will send a councilmember. Edgemont Elementary
School 6th grade is participating. Arbor Day will be at Community Park and a presentation at the shelter.
There will be 15 to 25 trees planted. Mason came back and said Mayor would be available for the Arbor
Day Celebration on April 24th or 27th. Lee and Ronnie discussed which date would be better but still on
hold as to which day we will celebrate our Arbor Day. Ronnie claimed Michelle Ziel-Dingman, can always
come out and read the proclamation if Mayor is not available or if we want to do the Arbor Day on a
different date. Lee would prefer May and it was suggested May is better because of weather if Mayor is not
set on a day in April. Ronnie is going to run possible dates through PJ for Arbor Day Celebration and get
back.
STREET TREE TRIMMING:
It was asked, “how tree code enforcement is done,” Hannah introduced the process including the TrakIt
side. Someone inquired if Lee’s division is responsible for going out and trimming trees. Ronnie specified
that as of now yes, but they are hoping to change this process and outsource work.
Statistics and progress:
Stats are pulled from TrakIt. Tree Code Enforcement opened up 306 cases in 2019. Only 150 cases in 2018.
Closed 177 cases, which means 177 complied. 44% of homeowners have cut their trees since the initial
inspection, request to trim was 143 but it’s actually down to 119. Talked about differences between the
Freeman Zone and Community Zone and speculated that the Community Zone would be much like the
letter streets. Ronnie answered Gerry Bates trimming question stating “those numbers are months behind to
enforce the trees”. Ronnie went to Public Works and Community Development to request funding because
those trees are in Public works right of ways. Ronnie said they are going to consider budgeting to have
extra help plus equipment. Ronnie said we were considering outsourcing tree trimming. There was a
suggestion to have information on licensed trimmers and concerns about or city tree inventory not being up
to date. Suggested the tree code enforcement and tree trimming needs to reflect city tree inventory.
Concerns about city tree inventory being out of date. Asked if it was possible to make those updates of tree
trimming or tree removal maintenance in city tree inventory.
EARTH DAY 50TH ANNIVERSARY:
50th Earth Day anniversary introduction of Mason Handke. Mason introduce that they would like the shade
tree committee to have a presence at the 50th Earth Day anniversary Saturday, April 25 from 8 to 4 at
Tautphaus Ice Arena. Clarified that it is separate from Arbor Day. Gerry Bates withdrew interest due to
preparation of Arbor Day. Horticulture was preparing to have their staff there to talk about what their
department does. This withdrew their availability to help out with the booth. Aaron from Sunnyside is
going to donate a tree. Ronnie said because of the presence of parks and rec that will shine light on the
shade tree committee and what the shade tree committee does and thinks that that would be enough for the
Earth Day anniversary. Ronnie suggested bringing information about the Shade Tree Committee for the
booth. Gary Bates talked about displays that he can make available for the booth. Mason will take this to
the board
CHANGES TO ORDINANCE:
Right-of-Way and Utility Approved Tree List
Adding and subtracting to the Right-of-Way Tree List and adding and removing from the approved Utility
Tree List. Lee asked the committee for input on what trees to add and take away from approved tree list.
Lee asked the Shade Tree Committee members to mark up the handout and please bring thoughts to next
meeting. There was a suggestion about the medium tree list and them being small and a better definition.
Small trees are 20’ or below medium or 30’ or below large or 40’ or below and there is a gray area for the
medium trees. Suggested revising heights, moving small tree height up to 25’ instead of 20’. There was
concern expressed about the Utility Tree List and heights stipulation for utility trees. With the small to
medium there’s confusion, it looks like it says only these varieties are available for this situation. The
gentleman from the IFP said the power company does not trim anything lower than 15’. Primarily when
they trim, they want to be on a four (4) year cycle. Suggested that the tree heights keep limbs out 10’
around power lines, depending on power line height, 20’to 25’, and 20 lateral feet away from power line.
Discussed that utility approved trees are columnar and do not grow over 25’. Ronnie brought up the fiber
line. Discussed the utilities are moving to the front of homes and underground, this helps with the issue of
trees encroaching power lines. Asked if Conifers were okay in the Right-of-Way. Those are generally not
wanted. It is harder to see through Conifers than deciduous trees and Conifers usually get taller. Suggested
that Rocky Mountain Maple is to be taken off the list. Pointed out that it is not a hearty tree for this area at
all. Gerry Bates asked if it would be beneficial if he shared the approved tree list from other cities. Gerry
Bates feels like there is not a variety for homeowners to choose from with our current list and the utility
approved list really needs to be dialed in. Adding these new heights of 25’ and suggesting being columnar
will help. Suggested not being so ambiguous with the list and going with what the standard name as class 1,
class 2 and class 3 to help buyers at garden centers. Suggested to emphasize spread of the tree. Ronnie said
he would really like the committee’s involvement before they present the list to legal.
Private Tree Company Licensing Amendment
Hannah discussed that the current code is a simple infraction and a $100 fine. Want to change to
misdemeanor. Unlicensed tree cutters incorporate this $100 fine into the bid to the homeowner so the
homeowner is paying the fine and not the unlicensed private tree company. Issue with cases being thrown
out. Introduced cities in Idaho that the code violation is actually a misdemeanor. City moving forward with
tree code a seven-year plan to accomplish all the zones it would be good to mitigate the situation now while
we see little things happening before it gets bigger. Give private homeowners a better selection and more
competitive market of companies to hire. It was asked what other violations in the city are misdemeanors,
gave examples dog at large, not cleaning up litter within 10 days, and signage for your company that is not
approved by the city. It is been discussed that some companies (landscaping companies) can cut trees if
they are 10’ or smaller and that’s okay but after the 10’ height you have to have a licensed arborist and that
is clearly stated. It was discussed that it’s unfair for those who have taken the time and money and staff to
meet our code that these other peoples will start taking advantage of the increased work as we add the tree
code enforcement seven-year plan. Discussed finding that it is actually those individuals who have taken
the time to become ANSI-certified that are calling in these other companies that are not licensed. Asked
why the misdemeanor tickets are not being paid, discussed that it takes more money to deal with the issue
than the ticket. The gentleman from the power company also said that a lot of these homeowners know they
hired somebody with no license and by the time the power company arrives the cutter is already gone and
the homeowner doesn’t give name. Asked if the fine would go up with each violation: something that we
we’re going to have to get together and discuss and see what legal thought because that was a push back
they’ve gotten before. Gerry Bates was surprised that it wasn’t a misdemeanor and he says that they (State)
recommends that these sorts of violations are a misdemeanor. Discussed our lack of knowledge on how the
whole system runs, talked about my meeting with Cherise and her suggestion on how to get these violators
prosecuted. Basically, it takes more effort on our part to see when the violator is going to court so that we
have a presence, before we did not know when people were going to court. There was no presence made by
the City in the court. Ronnie suggested taking my current amendment to legal to see what kind of support
or pushback we were going to have with this before the effort was done to make changes and present it at
our next meeting. Discussed insurance and business license requirements.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Gerry Bates -Arbor Day Grant goes out this week.
The 6 high school students were thanked and dismissed.
Meeting adjourned.
Next meeting will be held March 31, 2020.
Recorded by
Hannah Payne
Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corp. August 4, 2020 board meeting was held at The DEC (480 Park
Ave) at 8:30am
Attendance: Shanon Taylor, Brandi Newton, Steve Fischbach, Emily Fitzpatrick, Jill Hansen, Lisa Farris,
Dana Briggs, Cindy Napier
Staff: Catherine Smith, Juan Hernandez, Mala Lyon
Visitors: Chase Martin
Minutes for July 7, 2020 were reviewed – Steve motioned they be approved; Jill seconded, and board
approved.
Financial report – Brandi said we are still in a good place; working with the PPP loans and waiting for info
on whether they will be forgiven; Brandi motioned that the financial report be approved; Emily
seconded and board approved.
Catherine presented the proposed budget for next year Oct 2020 – Sept 2021. It was emailed out to all
board members last week. We are dividing out more categories to show profit and loss so we can show
true costs of things we are doing like the parking. The goal is not to write tons of tickets, but to manage
and keep the flow of parking moving. We are a team of people working to promote the downtown. We
should receive the funding from the city at $45,000 to manage parking per the final vote on the city’s
maximum budget. Lots of budget cuts happening at the city like the Community Grants are not
happening this year. We do have a decrease in validation income as no one has paid for validation since
2019. We are waiting on the software program to be developed to use online validation. California is
still in shut-down so the programmers are not working. It will be awhile yet before we have that in
place. We have had a few complaints about not offering it the same way as was done in the past, but
most merchants are offering some kind of discount that works for them to help people pay for the
parking in the lots. Hourly income for the parking meters is good. Yesterday we collected over $100
with all three lots. The city provided funds to help us do the watering and we will be doing a MOU with
the city to make sure those funds keep coming for next year. We are not sure if the city will take the
watering back now they have seen we can do it. Oktoberfest and Fall Brew are still being planned at this
point, but they may be canceled. Events are expensive to put on and we can make changes depending
on whether we have the events or not. Credit Card processing fees are currently 7 cents per
transaction. We are applying for funds for more public art for next year. We are working thru the
process to work with Lexis Nexis to do collections on unpaid tickets. It will cost us $1 per address look
up, so we are looking at $2,500 to start. We will not be collecting Social Security numbers as that
requires a whole different level of clearance. Greg worked with Catherine to get all the paperwork
done. We will need to decide at what point we turn it over to a collection agency down the road. We
are looking at those with only one ticket outstanding sending out a printed postcard as that will be
cheaper for postage. We have our event equipment stored at Krisi Staten’s home and she has told us
she will no longer be our event person, so we will need to rent a storage unit. We are hoping that she
might change her mind once she gets settled in her new job and still work with us. Brandi said that we
need to look at how the BID members want us, the IFDDC staff, using our time and resources in the
future. With the new way the budget will be lined out we will be able to see how our time and
resources are being used clearly. Brandi made the motion to have the proposed budget for 2020-2021
be approved; Cindy seconded and board approved.
We need to have a process in place concerning towing of vehicles that have unpaid tickets. We would
like to recommend a process that is like other cities of 5 unpaid tickets or $200 in unpaid fines we can
tow the vehicle. The city attorney has told us we need to follow a specific process to be able to do this
once we have the limits in place. There is no clear policy currently in the city ordinances or at the State
level about towing for unpaid tickets. We are not going to do any tire booting. Brandi said that as a
member of the Parking Committee she would make the motion that 5 unpaid tickets of fines totaling
over $200 and be subject to an official warning sticker placed on the vehicle and then can be towed the
next time it is in violation. Cindy seconded this motion and board approved.
Cindy thanked us for the green zone loading zones in the parking lot and that they have been very
helpful.
Lisa reported that we still have CDBG funds from 2018, 2019 and 2020 – just over $57,000 is available. It
was suggested that a notice go out to all property owners letting them know this is available. We had
discussed a grant to get improved lighting in the parking lots. Catherine said she had been hesitant to
use it not wanting to take money from building owners. Brandi suggest that we look at the leftover
money from 2018 and 2019 and have that be our benchmark of funds we can look at using. Catherine
will follow up with Lisa on this. This funding needs to be use or we will lose some of it going forward.
Catherine said we will be putting a seal coat on the murals that were painted last summer. The sign
language one had some graffiti written on it that we had to clean off. It will be easier to protect them if
they are sealed.
Dana updated us on some economic development of new businesses coming to our area – a meat
processing plant will be up and running in Iona next year. Department of Energy has put a bid out for
new office space. Costco is opening next Friday Aug 14th. We are having a meeting with National
Realtors in Oct to discuss housing options, increasing choices and needs.
Brandi said we need to watch for the new INL contractors like BEA and Fluor as they like to give to their
community.
Catherine said the ‘call to artists’ for the INL mural went out. The deadline for submissions is Aug 26th
and the artist will have the month of Sept. to get it painted. This new mural will go on Marilyn
Manguba’s building in the alley off Park Ave across from Kelly Sheridian’s mural. They are very excited
to have it.
Waterline main is being replaced on Park Avenue from B Street to Constitution. This will be in the works
for about 40 days.
Meeting was adjourned at 9:20am
Our next board meeting will be held September 1, 2020 at 8:30am
Respectfully submitted by Jill Hansen, Secretary and Mala Lyon
Parks and Recreation - War Bonnet
Round Up Rodeo Advisory Committee
ORDINANCE NO. _________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, ADDING TITLE
2, CHAPTER 4, ESTABLISHING AND ORGANIZING A WAR BONNET
ROUND UP ADVISORY COMMITTEE, WITH PURPOSE, DUTIES,
COMPOSITION, RULES FOR APPOINTMENT, ATTENDANCE, MEETINGS,
REMOVAL, AND RULES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION,
PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, War Bonnet Round Up (“WBRU”) is Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo and a priceless community
asset worthy of preservation, promotion, and improvement; and
WHEREAS, WBRU works closely with its cherished and dedicated WBRU associates and supporters,
such as the Shoshone Bannock Tribes, livestock and horse breeders, suppliers, and associations, those
involved with animal husbandry, pageants, boosters, merchants, educational institutions, and other long-
time supporters; and
WHEREAS, the Council desires to ensure that City staff has broad and helpful input from a number of
sources who have the WBRU’s interests high in their priorities; and
WHEREAS, the Council also wishes to perpetuate such input in a manner that appropriately balances
the City’s and community’s interests with those who may have specific personal or business interests in
the WBRU; and
WHEREAS, formation of an Advisory Committee will serve an invaluable interest in sustaining the
WBRU beyond the service of any particular City staff member, elected official, or Advisory Committee
member so that the WBRU will continue to thrive in the future; and
WHEREAS, the composition of the Advisory Committee is similar to other City Advisory Committees
that provide precious input to the City for other community jewels, such as golf, ice rink, recreation,
shade trees, Sister Cities, etc.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, THAT:
SECTION 1. Title 2, Chapter 4, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby added
as follows:
2-4-1: ESTABLISHMENT: The War Bonnet Roundup Rodeo Advisory Committee
(“Committee”) is hereby established. The Mayor, with the consent of the Council, shall appoint
seven (7) voting members to the Committee. Those appointed should be individuals with a
demonstrated interest, competence, or knowledge of War Bonnet-related interests, including but
not limited to, sponsorship; hospitality; rodeo royalty; Sandy Downs facilities and grounds;
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Shoshone-Bannock tribal relations; community youth rodeo events; rodeo-related special events;
livestock welfare and husbandry; marketing; advertising; and security. The Committee shall
include, as a permanent voting member, not less than one (1) member of the Shoshone-Bannock
Tribes, as recommended by that organization and appointed by the Mayor, with the consent of the
Council. Members shall be selected without regard to political affiliation, race, color, national
origin, gender, family status, sex, handicap, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or
religion. Committee members shall serve without compensation. The Mayor may appoint, with the
consent of the Council, additional persons with interest, expertise, and experience to be non-voting
ex-officio members of the Committee.
2-4-2: PURPOSE: The purpose of the Committee is to advise and assist the Director of Parks and
Recreation, the Mayor, and the Council in preserving, developing, planning, promoting, managing,
directing, and producing Idaho’s Oldest Rodeo, the War Bonnet Roundup (“War Bonnet”), and to
suggest improvements to City facilities, properties, and programs related to it.
2-4-3: DUTIES: The Committee shall have the following powers, duties, and responsibilities:
A. Advise the Director of Parks and Recreation regarding the preservation, development,
planning, promotion, management, directing, and producing of the War Bonnet; and
B. Study the physical condition, maintenance, operation, viability, and use of City rodeo
programs and facilities and make recommendations to the Director of Parks and Recreation
concerning their improvement and efficient use; and
C. Suggest ways to create, sustain, and enhance the economic viability of the War
Bonnet.
2-4-4: ORGANIZATION: During the first meeting of each calendar year, the Committee shall
elect, by majority vote of the Committee, a person to act as Chair and Vice-Chair from its
membership. The Chair and Vice-Chair shall serve until replaced or re-elected.
2-4-5: TERMS: Each Committee member shall be appointed to serve a term of three (3) years,
except that the terms of the initial Board members may be less than three years as necessary to
provide for staggered terms of office. Terms of no more than three (3) members shall expire in
any calendar year. Committee members may be reappointed.
2-4-6: REMOVAL: A voting Committee member may be removed from the Committee by the
Mayor and at the Chair’s request, following either two (2) consecutive meeting absences
unexcused by the Chair, or two (2) meeting absences in any calendar year, or at any time by the
majority vote of the Council.
2-4-7: VACANCY: The Mayor, with the consent of the Council, shall appoint a qualified member
to fill any unexpired term of a Committee member in the event of a vacancy.
2-4-8: ATTENDANCE: A majority of voting Committee members shall constitute a quorum for
purposes of conducting the business of the Committee. Non-voting members present at meetings
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shall not be considered in determining the number required for a quorum or whether a quorum is
present.
2-4-9: OPEN MEETINGS: The Committee shall meet as often as deemed necessary by the
Director of Parks and Recreation. All meetings of the Committee shall be open to the public and
shall follow the requirements of the Idaho Open Meetings Law. The Director of Parks and
Recreation shall keep minutes and other appropriate records pursuant to the Idaho Code.
2-4-10: MINUTES: The Committee shall provide an annual report, as approved by the Director of
Parks and Recreation, to the Council in within forty-five (45) days of the conclusion of the annual
War Bonnet, which report shall include activities and accomplishments, a financial report, and any
recommendations for subsequent War Bonnets. The Mayor or the Council may also require special
reports, as deemed necessary.
2-4-11: FUNDING AND DONATIONS: The Committee is authorized to seek outside funding
and in-kind donations for City projects, including programs and capital improvements, as may be
approved by the Council and in accordance with City budget procedures.
SECTION 2. Savings and Severability Clause. The provisions and parts of this Ordinance are
intended to be severable. If any section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance should be
held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence,
clause, or phrase of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3. Codification Clause. The City Clerk is instructed to immediately forward this
Ordinance to the codifier of the official municipal code for proper revision of the Code.
SECTION 4. Publication. This Ordinance, or a summary thereof in compliance with Idaho Code,
shall be published once in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect immediately
upon its passage, approval, and publication.
SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage, approval, and publication.
PASSED by the City Council and APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho,
this _____ day of _____________, 2020.
CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO
____________________________________
REBECCA L. NOAH CASPER, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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_____________________________________
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 Ordinance
entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO,
ADDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 4, ESTABLISHING AND ORGANIZING A
WAR BONNET ROUND UP ADVISORY COMMITTEE, WITH PURPOSE,
DUTIES, COMPOSITION, RULES FOR APPOINTMENT, ATTENDANCE,
MEETINGS, REMOVAL, AND RULES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY,
CODIFICATION, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING
EFFECTIVE DATE.”
_______________________________________
(SEAL) KATHY HAMPTON, CITY CLERK
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IFPD - School District #91 MOU
IDAHO FALLS
SCHOOL RESOURCf, OFFICER A(;REEMENT
AGREEMENT, made effective the day3l'tof August 2020, by and between CITY OF
IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, a municipal corporation, P.O. Box 50220, ldaho Falls, Idaho 83405,
(hereinafter 'CITY), and IDAHO FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91, a public corporation
organized pursuant to the laws of the State of ldaho, 690 John Adams Parkway, ldaho Falls,
Idaho 83401, (hereinafter "DISTRICT");
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, CITY operates and maintains a Police Department within CITY limits
and -employs a trained and certified staff of police officers to provide law enforcement
services within CITY;
WHEREAS, DISTRICT has need of qualified and trained personnel to provide security
and law enforcement services within the various schools of DISTRICT which are located within
the boundaries of CITY;
WHEREAS, it is to the mutual interest of the parties that security and law enforcement
services be readily available during school hours within such schools;
NOW THEREFORE, it is hereby agreed as follows:
L CITY Police Officers: Subject to the approval by DISTRICT on an officer-by-
officer basis, CITY agrees to provide for the use and benefit of DISTRICT
swom police officers to work as School Resource Officers ("SROs") within the
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schools operated by DISTRICT within the CITY provided CITY shall have no
obligation to provide a substitute officer during times when an SRO is taking
mandatory training, approved vacation, holiday, sick leave or other leave or
absences beyond the control ofthe CITY. Such police ofhcers shall be available
during the time when school is in session during the term ofthis Agreement.
2. Term of this Agreement. The term of this Agreement shall commence on
August 3 1, 2020 and shall terminate on August 31,2021.
3. Compensation. In consideration for the services provided herein, the parties agree
to the following compensation.
For Two (2) SRO's. The DISTRICT agrees to pay CITY an amount equal to
seventy percent (70%) of each SRO's wages and seventy percent (70%) of the
cost of each SRO's benefits, as hereinafter stated, for the entire term of this
Agreement, irrespective of whether school is in session. In particular, DISTRICT
shall pay CITY seventy percenl (70%) of all compensation paid to all SRO's and
seventy percent (70%) of each officer's FICA withholdings, PERSI withholdings
and the premiums for workers' compensation, health and accident insurance and
life insurance attributable to such SRO.
For Two (2) SRO's. The DISTRICT agrees to pay CITY an amount equal to
fifty percent (50%) of each SRO's wages and fifty percent (50%) of the cost of
each SRO's benefits, as hereinafter stated, for the entire term of this Agreement,
irrespective of whether school is in session. In particular, DISTRICT shall pay
CITY fifty percent (50%) of all compensation paid to all SRO's and fifty percent
(50%) of each officer's FICA withholdings, PERSI withholdings and the premiums
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for workers' compensation, health and accident insurance and life insurance
attributable to such SRO.
All SRO's. DISTRICT will pay 1007o of overtime eamed by the SROs for school
related activities. Overtime incurred from a criminal investigation or anest will be
paid 100% by CITY. Payment of DISTRICT's share of such wages and benefits
shall be due no later than the 306 day of June during the term hereof, provided
CITY sends an invoice to DISTRICT at least fifteen (15) days prior to such due
date. Each invoice shall be for wages and benefits paid since August 31,2020, or
since the date ofthe last payment.
4. Work Schedules. DISTRICT shall have the right to establish and direct the work
hours and work days for all SRO's, including the right, if necessary, to require
work on holidays established by CITY Personnel Policy and the right to require
work in excess of an eight (8) hour day, provided in such event, any overtime
compensation paid to or accrued by an SRO and arising from such holiday pay or
overtime work, shall be included within the compensation (comp time) in which
DISTRICT is required to participate. DISTRICT can change the shift hours of the
SRO to accommodate scheduled school-related events that require security or the
presence of the SRO. Any overtime compensation for DISTRICT-related activities
will be paid by DISTRICT at one hundred percent (100%) of time eamed.
Overtime eamed as part of a criminal investigation or arrest will be paid 100% by
CITY.
5. Supervision and Direction of SROs. DISTRICT shall have the right to generally
assign work tasks to the SROs, provided the manner and means by which such
work is performed shall be determined by CITY, in accordance with CITY's
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Personnel Policy, ordinances and regulations and any general orders promulgated
by the Chief of Police and School District 91 Board policy. The right to make
such work assignments shall be limited to the time when school is in session. In
particular, CITY will be responsible for the education, training and disciplining of
SROs. The SRO's assignments and work ethics will be continually evaluated by the
DISTRICT. and concerns or issues will be presented to the Idaho Falls Police
Department promptly. Quarterly meetings between the School and Police
Administration should also be arranged. CITY will try to make accommodations
to provide training outside of school hours. There may be mandatory training in
which the officers will have to attend during school time. Officers will notifr
school principals of such training. It is the desire of CITY to provide DISTRICT
with SROs; however, because of possible staffing shortages and officer interest,
CITY does not guarantee that all SRO positions will be filled. DISTRICT has
the right to reject any SRO candidate and if not satisfied at any time with the
current SRO, DISTRICT may request a new SRO. Replacement ofany personnel
is not guaranteed by CITY. All wages, benefits and all terms and conditions of
the SRO's employment shall be in accordance with and subject to the CITY
Personnel Policy, regulations and procedures as established by the statute or CITY
ordinance. Any transfers are in accordance with the Idaho Falls Police Department
transfer policy. School personnel will be involved in the transfer process.
6. Uniforms and Equipment. CITY will provide each SRO with all equipment,
uniforms, weapons. communications equipment and other accessories a s
necessary to perform his/her duties and as are customarily supplied for police
officers generally. Weapons and munitions that are stored in any SRO office will
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be secured in lockers and safes provided byCITY. The control and security ofSRO
weaponry will be the responsibility of CITY. CITY will provide each SRO with
a computer, network interface card and associated software capable of
communicating with and through the CITY Records Management System.
7. Equipment Provided by District. DISTRICT shall provide an office, desk,
telephone and necessary office supplies for use by each SRO. DISTRICT will
also provide an intemet connection for use by each SRO.
8. Liability Insurancel Waiver of Indemnification and Contribution Rights,
DISTRICT and CITY shall each be separately responsible to obtain and maintain
their own policy of liability insurance for claims arising against either of them
as a result ofany act or omission by each SRO and neither shall have any obligation
or duty to procure liability insurance for the other. To the fullest extent permitted by
law and by the terms and conditions ofboth parties' general, police liability or enors
and omissions insurance policies. each party waives, as against the o1her, any claim
for indemnification or contribution arising out ofany negligent act or omission by
any SRO while acting within the course and scope of his duties whenever such
act or omission causes property damage or personal harm, injury or death to a third
party. To the extent such waiver is not allowed by any policy ofone party, the waiver
shall not be applicable to the other party.
9. Complete Agreement. This writing evidences the complete and final agreement
of the parties and no prior statement, representation or understanding shall be
assumed.
DATED this t3 day ofAugust 2020.
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CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO
Rebecca Casper
Mayor
IDAHO T.ALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 9I
By:
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uperintendent
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Legal - Ordinance Definitions
ORDINANCE NO. _________
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, AMENDING
MULTIPLE CITY CODE PROVISIONS (ESPECIALLY TITLE 1, CHAPTER 3)
TO STANDARDIZE DEFINITIONS IN THE CODE AND TO PROVIDE FOR
RULES AND STANDARDS OF INTERPRETATION AND CONSTRUCTION
OF THE CODE; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION,
PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Code sets out expectations regarding health, safety, and welfare of
residents and visitors within City limits; and
WHEREAS, regulations should, to the extent possible, be consistent, predictable, clear, and fair;
and
WHEREAS, occasional review of the Code is helpful; and
WHEREAS, in the case, review suggests that the rules for construction and interpretation of the
City Code and general definitions used throughout the Code could be adjusted; and
WHEREAS, the rules of construction and interpretation will make the City Code more clear and
useful; and
WHEREAS, the definitions will also make the Code and its regulations more clear; and
WHEREAS, the Council desires to adopt this Ordinance in order to better serve those regulated
by the authority vested in the Council for such purposes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, THAT:
SECTION 1. Title 1, Chapter 3, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
1-3-1: GENERAL CITY CODE RULES OF GENERAL CONSTRUCTIONAL RULE:
A. Except as expressly stated in this Code, all words shall have their ordinary,
generally-accepted meaning. All general provisions, terms, phrases, and expressions contained in
this Code shall be liberally construed in order to carry out the true intent and meaning of the Code.
Code provisions represent the minimum requirements adopted by the Council for the promotion
and sustaining of public health, safety, and general welfare. Where any specific provision of this
Code imposes greater restrictions upon the subject matter than a general provision imposed by this
Code, the provision imposing the greater restriction or regulation shall be deemed to be
controlling.
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A.B. 1-3-2: PLURAL AND SINGULAR WORDS.: Except as expressly stated in this
Code, all words shall have their ordinary, generally-accepted meaning. Whenever any word in this
Code is used in either the singular or in the plural form, then such word shall be deemed to include
both the plural and singular forms of such word, unless the context indicates an intent otherwise.
C. 1-3-3: MASCULINE AND FEMININE GENDER USAGE: When any person is
referred to in any Section provision of this Code by use of the masculine gender, then such
reference shall be deemed to include the all feminine genders unless the context indicates an intent
otherwise.
D. 1-3-4: PRIORITY OF ORDINANCES ADOPTED: In the event of any discrepancy
or conflict between this Code and any subsequent ordinances passing or amending the same
Section provision of this Code, then the provisions of the most recent ordinance shall prevail.
E. REFERENCES TO DAY, MONTH, QUARTER, YEAR: “Day” shall be any
twenty-four (24) hour period from midnight to midnight. “Month” shall mean one (1) of any of
the twelve (12) Gregorian calendar months. “Year” shall mean one (1) Gregorian calendar year
and shall include a leap year, where applicable. Whenever certain hours are named herein, they
shall mean current local time (e.g. Mountain Standard Time or Daylight Saving Time) as it is
applied to the Code provision.
F. JOB TITLES AND DELEGATION TO SUBORDINATES: Where the title or job
position of an elected official, administrative officer, City employee, or Department Director is
used in this Code (e.g., Mayor, Clerk, City Attorney, Public Works Director, Fire Chief, Chief of
Police, etc.), such shall include all subordinates, employees, agents, designees, and representatives,
who are authorized to act in their behalf. Whenever a Code provision requires a Department
Director, the Clerk, or some other City officer to do an act or perform a duty, this Code shall be
construed to designate, delegate, and authorize their subordinates to perform the required act or
perform the duty, unless a Code provision specifies otherwise.
G. LIABILITY AND RESPONSIBILITY OF EMPLOYER OR AGENT: All
violations of this Code shall constitute a misdemeanor, unless specified otherwise. Liability of
employers and agents occurs/exists when a provision of this Code prohibits the commission or
omission of an act regulated by this Code. Not only the person actually doing the prohibited thing
or omitting the directed act, but also the employer and all other persons concerned or aiding or
abetting the person shall be guilty of the offense described and shall be liable for the penalty set
forth in the Code.
H. SEVERABILITY: Should any title, section, subsection, provision, part, or portion
of this Code or of any Ordinance which may be hereafter passed, approved, and published as
required by law, be declared by any court of competent jurisdiction to be unconstitutional or void,
such adjudication shall in no way affect the remaining portion of such title, section, subsection,
provision, part, or portion of this Code.
I. CAPTIONS AND HEADINGS: The captions, headings, and titles used at the
commencement of each title, provision, heading, section, or subsection of this Code are used only
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to indicate general content and shall not limit, modify, or in any manner affect the scope, meaning,
or intent of the title, provision, heading, section, or subsection.
1-3-25: GENERAL CODE DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in
this Code, they shall have the meanings ascribed below:, unless the context clearly indicates
otherwise:
AGENT: A person acting authorized to act on behalf of another.
AIRPORT: The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (or “IFRA” or the “Airport” and formally known as
“Fanning Field” or “Idaho Falls Municipal Airport”.)
BUILDING OFFICIAL: The Director of the Community Development Services Department of
the City, or his or her nominee.
CITY: The City of Idaho Falls, County of Bonneville, State of Idaho, established pursuant to the
Idaho Constitution.
CITY ATTORNEY: An attorney appointed by the Mayor to provide general counsel and legal
assistance to the City and to prosecute or defend all civil actions in which the City is a party.
CITY ATTORNEY PROSECUTING: An attorney appointed by the Mayor to prosecute violations
of this Code.
CLERK: The person approved by the Council pursuant to Idaho Code Title 50, Chapter 2.
CODE: “The Code” or “this Code” (sometimes referred to as the Idaho Falls City Code or “IFCC”)
shall mean the collected current Ordinances of the City, including, but not limited to, the Zoning
Code, Sign Code, Subdivision Code, and City-adopted Uniform or International Codes.
COUNCIL: The lawfully elected or appointed members of City Council of the City pursuant to
Idaho Code Title 50, Chapter 7.
CRIME: An act in violation of this Code, unless specified otherwise.
FELONY: A crime, as defined under Idaho Code, Section Title 18, Chapter 1-111.
HIGHWAY: A travel way, as defined at Idaho Code Title 49, Chapter 1.
IDAHO CODE: The Idaho Code or State law shall mean the Idaho State Constitution and the
Idaho Statutes containing the General Laws of Idaho.
INFRACTION: A civil public offense, not constituting a crime, and which is punishable only by
a fine for which no incarceration may be imposed.
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INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE: The International Building Code as adopted by
Ordinance of the City.
INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE: The International Fire Code as adopted by Ordinance of the
City.
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE: The International Residential Code as adopted by
Ordinance of the City.
KNOWINGLY: A person acts “knowingly” when they realize what he or she is doing, is aware of
the nature of his or her conduct, and did not act through ignorance, mistake, or accident.Imports
only a knowledge that the facts exist which bring the act or omission within the provisions of
this Code. It does not require any knowledge of the unlawfulness of such act or omission.
LAND, REAL ESTATE, REAL PROPERTY: Land, and everything which is naturally part of the
land or permanently added to or built upon land. This definition also includes intangible legal
interests in land, such as tenements, hereditaments, water rights, possessory rights, and other legal
claimsThis includes lands, tenements, hereditaments, water rights, possessory rights or claims.
LICENSE: The permission granted for the carrying on of a business, trade, profession, or
occupation.
MISDEMEANOR: Every crime except a felony or infraction.
NEGLECT, NEGLIGENCE, NEGLIGENT, AND NEGLIGENTLY: The failure to exercise
reasonable care that would protect others against an unreasonable risk of harm. A person acts
“negligently” when he or she should be aware of a substantial and unjustifiably risk that harm will
likely result from his or her conduct and a reasonable person would have observed the risk in the
actor’s situation.To import a want of or lack attention to the nature or probable consequences of
an act or omission that a reasonable, prudent person ordinarily bestows in acting in their own
concern.
OATH: An act that obligates a person to publically commit to a norm or duty and includes
“affirmation”, “swear”, and “affirm”. Every mode or oral statement under oath or affirmation is
included in the term “testify” and, if written, included in the term “depose”.
OCCUPANT: Any person who occupies is or has the right to be physically present or to the use,
in the whole or any part, of such a building, property, or land whether alone or with others.
OFFENSE: A crime or other violation of this Code.
OPERATOR: The person who is generally in charge of or responsible for conducting any business,
profession, or enterprise.
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ORDINANCE: A general health, safety, or welfare regulation applicable within City limits,
adopted pursuant to the authority delegated to the City by the Idaho Constitution, Idaho Code, and
the City Charter.
OWNER: Any person owning or possessing or acquiring a financial or possessor’spossessory
interest in real or personal property, including any part owner, joint owner, tenant in common,
joint tenant, remainderman, or person holding an equitable or a life estate or reversionary interest
of any kind. This definition includes part owners, joint owners, tenants in common, point tenants,
and lessees of buildings or land, regardless of whether the lease is for the whole or part of such
building or land.As applied to building or land, any part owner, joint owner, tenant in common,
point tenant or lessee of the whole or part of such building or land.
PERSON: A human being or group of individuals and any public or private corporation, firm,
partnership, trust, estate, sole proprietorship, joint stock company, cooperative, association,
organization, government, body corporate and politic, or any other entity recognized under Idaho
law.
PERSONAL PROPERTY: Any movable or intangible thing that is subject to ownership and not
classified as real property. This definition includes money, goods, chattels, evidences of debt, and
general intangibles, as these terms are defined by the Idaho Uniform Commercial Code, Idaho
Code Title 28, as amended.Money, goods, chattels, effects, rights in action and all written
instruments evidencing any pecuniary obligation. Includes money, goods, chattels, rights inaction,
evidences of debt, and general intangibles, as defined in the Uniform Commercial Code, Idaho
Code Title 28, as amended.
PREMISES: A building and the contiguous land to the building.
PROPERTY: Includes both real and personal property.
RESOLUTION: Council adopted statement of policy or intent but which is not an Ordinance.
RIGHT-OF-WAY: The privilege of the immediate use of the roadway or other property.
SIGNATURE: Includes any name, mark, or sign written with the intent to authenticate any
instrument of writing.
STANDARD DRAWINGS AND ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS: The Standard Drawings
and Engineering Specifications as adopted by the Council from time to time by Ordinance or
Resolution.
STATE: The State of Idaho.
STREET: All public roads, highways, ways, alleys, and rights rights-of-way way and easements
used for the movement of vehicular traffic, including any public sidewalks adjacent thereto.
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TENANT: A person who pays rent in exchange for a possessory right to use or occupy another’s
land, typically under a lease or a similar agreement. Any person who occupies any building or real
property for a consideration to the owner.
THOROUGHFARE: Includes highways, streets, alleys, lanes, courts, boulevards, public ways,
public squares, public spaces, and sidewalks.
UNIFORM CODE FOR ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS: The Uniform Code for
Abatement of Dangerous Buildings as adopted by ordinance of the City.
UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE: The International Plumbing Code as adopted by Ordinance of
the City.
WILLFULLY: Some definitions of “willfully” are very closely related with definitions of
“knowingly.” The United State’s Supreme Court distinguishes between “knowingly” and
“willfully” by requiring the government to prove that a defendant acted with a “bad purpose” to
establish “willfully.” “Willfully” requires that the government prove that the defendant knew his
or her conduct was unlawful and that the defendant intended to do something that the law
forbids. Bryan v. United States, 524 U.S. 184 (1998).
This “willful” violation of the law interpretation would run counter to the second sentence of this
definition (although I think that the definition ought to control).
I suggest that we go through the City Code and review references to “willfully” and determine
whether “knowingly” ought to be replaced.
When applied to the intent with which an act is done or omitted, implies simply a purpose or
willingness to commit the act or make the omission referred to. It does not require any intent
to violate law, or to injure another, or to acquire any advantage.
WRITING: Includes, but is not limited to, handwriting, typewriting, printing, photostating,
photographing and every means of recording, including letters, words, pictures, sounds or
symbols or combination thereof, and all papers, maps, magnetic or paper tapes, photographic
films and prints, magnetic or punched cards, discs, drums, or other documents.
1-3-6: CAPTIONS: The captions and titles used at the commencement of each section or
subsection of this Code are used only to indicate the content of the section and shall not limit,
modify or in any manner affect the scope, meaning or intent of the provisions thereafter.
SECTION 2. Title 1, Chapter 3, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
1-3-5: DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall
have the meanings ascribed below, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
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CITY: The City of Idaho Falls, County of Bonneville, State of Idaho.
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SECTION 2. Title 3, Chapter 9, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
3-2-9: EMS DIVISION
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CITY COUNCIL. The City Council of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho.
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PERSON. Any individual, firm, partnership, association, corporation, trust group of individuals
acting together for a common purpose, or organization of any kind, excluding any public
corporation or agency.
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SECTION 3. Title 4, Chapter 2, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
4-2-1: DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall
have the meanings ascribed belowCertain words and phrases used in this Chapter are defined as
follows:
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LICENSE: A license issued by the City to a qualified person, under which it shall be lawful for
the licensee to sell and dispense liquor by the drink at retail.
LICENSEE: The person to whom a license to sell and dispense liquor by the drink is issued
under the provisions of this Chapter.
LIQUOR: Any All kinds of liquor which may be sold by and in a Sstate liquor store of the State
of Idaho.
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SECTION 4. Title 4, Chapter 3, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
4-3-1: DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall
have the meanings ascribed belowCertain words and phrases used in this Chapter are defined as
follows:
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BEER: Any beverage obtained by the alcoholic fermentation of an infusion or decoction of
barley, malt and/or other ingredients in drinkable water and which contains not more than four
percent (4%) alcohol, as defined and regulated by the Idaho State Code by weight.
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LICENSE: A license issued by the City authorizing a licensee to sell beer at retail.
LICENSEE: A qualified person, including a retailer, to whom a license for the retail sale of beer
is issued pursuant to this Chapter.
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SECTION 5. Title 4, Chapter 7, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
4-7-2: DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall
have the meanings ascribed belowCertain words and phrases used in this Chapter are defined as
follows:
BUILDING: Any structure used or intended to support or shelter any use or occupancy as defined
by the International Building Code.
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BUILDING OFFICIAL: An officer or employee of the City charged with the administration of
this Chapter and the International Building Code.
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SECTION 6. Title 4, Chapter 9, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
4-9-2: DEFINITIONS: For the purposes of this Chapter, the following terms, phrases, and
words, and derivations thereof, shall have the meanings given in this Whenever the following
words or terms are used in this Code, they shall have the meanings ascribed belowsection:
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CITY: The City of Idaho Falls, Idaho.
EMERGENCY: Any condition which requires or is expected to require a response of police or
public safety personnel.
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PERSON: Any individual, partnership, association, corporation, limited liability company, trust,
or organization of any kind, including a government entity or political subdivision thereof.
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SECTION 7. Title 4, Chapter 12, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
4-12-2: GARAGE SALE DEFINED: As used in this Chapter, a "garage sale" is a sale of new or
used personal property, not more than three (3) consecutive days in duration and conducted not
more frequently than once every six (6) months at the same location.
SECTION 7. Title 4, Chapter 16, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
4-16-2: DEFINITIONS: Certain terms used in this Chapter shall have the meaning ascribed below
Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall have the meanings
ascribed below:
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ZONING ORDINANCE: The Zoning Ordinance of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho (Ordinance No.
1941) as presently constituted or as may be amended hereafter.
SECTION 8. Title 5, Chapter 1, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
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5-1-2 DEFINITION OF CRIME. A crime or public offense is an act committed or omitted in
violation of a law forbidding or commanding it, and for which any person may be punished by
imprisonment or fine.
5-1-32 PUNISHMENT OF CRIMES. Every person committing a crime, other than an infraction,
is punishable by imprisonment for a term not exceeding six (6) months, or by a fine in an amount
set from time to time by Resolution of the Council, or by both, or by any other fine, imprisonment
or combination thereof, permitted by Idaho Code Section 50-302. Any person committing an
infraction is punishable only by a penalty in an amount set from time to time by Resolution of the
Council.
5-1-43 PROSECUTIONS AGAINST CRIMES. The City may prosecute any corporation for
violation of this Criminal Code. In any such prosecution, it shall be sufficient to make the
corporation in its corporate name a defendant and service may be procured against the corporation
in the same manner as permitted under the Criminal Code of the State of Idaho. Any judgment
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imposed by the court against a corporation, shall have the force and effect of a judgment in a civil
action, and execution against a corporation may issue in the same manner as in civil actions. Any
summons served upon a defendant corporation shall contain a statement that the corporation shall
appear forthwith and defend said action, and in the event of its failure to do so, a plea of not guilty
will be entered by the court, and the trial will proceed as if the corporation had appeared. A copy
of the Complaint shall be attached to and served with the Summons.
5-1-54 UNION OF ACT AND INTENT. In every crime there must exist a union, or joint
operation, of act and intent, or criminal negligence.
5-1-65 MANIFESTATION OF INTENT. The intent to commit a crime is manifested by the
circumstances connected with the crime and the sound mind and discretion of the accused.
5-1-76 TERRITORIAL JURISDICTION. Any person who commits a crime within the City is
punishable as set forth in this Criminal Code. A crime is committed for the purposes thereof when
all elements of the crime have occurred; however, a person is punishable under this Code whenever
any element of the crime is committed within the City.
SECTION 8. Title 5, Chapter 5, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
5-5-1 DEFINITIONS:. For the purposes of this Chapter, certain terms shall have the meanings
ascribed below Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall have the
meanings ascribed below:
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At large. An animal shall be deemed to be at large when found to be located off the property of
the owner and not under restraint or control.
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Enclosure. A fence or structure suitable to prevent the escape of the an animal, or the entry of
young children.
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Person. An individual, corporation, partnership, limited liability company, or other organization
commonly recognized by law.
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SECTION 9. Title 5, Chapter 6, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
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5-6-1: DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall
have the meanings ascribed belowCertain terms used in this Chapter shall have the meaning
ascribed below:
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(F) ENCLOSURE: A fence or structure suitable to prevent the escape of the an animal, or the entry
of young children.
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(I) OWNER: A person having the right of property or custody of an animal or who keeps or harbors
an animal or knowingly permits an animal to remain on or about any premises occupied, owned,
or controlled by that person.
(J) PERSON: Any individual, corporation, partnership, organization or institution commonly
recognized by law as a unit.
(KI) RESTRAINT: A dog shall be considered under restraint if it is confined within a structure
or fenced yard, is secured by a leash, lead or chain or is confined within a vehicle in a manner
that prevents escape.
(LJ) UNLICENSED DOG: A dog for which a license has not been issued for the current year, or
to which the tag provided for in this Chapter is not attached.
(MK) VACCINATION: The inoculation of an animal against rabies in accordance with state law
and the "Compendium of Animal Rabies Prevention and Control" published by the National
Association of the State Public Health Veterinarians and published annually in the Journal of the
American Veterinary Medical Association.
SECTION 10. Title 5, Chapter 8, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
5-8-2 DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this Chapter, certain terms shall have the meanings
ascribed below: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall have
the meanings ascribed below:
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Owner. Any person having a fee ownership in real property.
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SECTION 11. Title 5, Chapter 9, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
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5-9-1 DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this Chapter, certain terms shall have the meanings
ascribed below: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall have
the meanings ascribed below:
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Operate. To navigate or otherwise use a motorboat or vessel.
Owner. A person, other than a lien holder, having an interest in or title to a motorboat. The term
includes a person entitled to the use or possession of a motorboat subject to an interest in another
person, reserved or created by agreement and securing payment of performance of an obligation,
but the term excludes a lessee under a lease not intended as security.
Person. An individual, partnership, firm, corporation, association or other entity.
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SECTION 13. Title 6, Chapter 3, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
6-3-2: DEFINITIONS: For the purposes of this Chapter, Whenever the following words or terms
are used in this Code, they shall have the meanings ascribed belowcertain words and phrases are
defined as follows:
(A) Applicant:APPLICANT: A person making an application for a Child Care Facility license or
Child Care Worker Certification or the renewal of such certification, under the provisions of this
Chapter.
(B) Building Official:BUILDING OFFICIAL: The Building Official of the City as designated
under the International Building Code adopted by the City.
(C) Certified Child Care WorkerCERTIFIED CHILD CARE WORKER: A person having
obtained a Child Care Worker Certificate from the City for working in a Child Care Facility.
(D) Chief of Police:CHIEF OF POLICE: The Chief of Police of the City, or his or her nominee.
(E) ChildCHILD: An individual less than twelve (12) years of age who receives or is receiving
Child Care at a Child Care Facility. Children seventeen (17) years or younger shall be considered
a "Child" if they are mentally or developmentally disabled or delayed.
(F) Child Care Center:CHILD CARE CENTER: A Child Care Facility that provides child care
for thirteen (13) or more children at any given time upon the Premises of a Child Care Facility.
(G) Child Care Facility:CHILD CARE FACILITY: The generic term for any child care facility,
whether it is a Child Care Center (for thirteen or more children), Group Child Care Facility (for
six (6) to twelve (12) children), or Family Child Care Facility (for one (1) to five (5) children).
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(H) Child Care:CHILD CARE: Care or supervision of a child for monetary compensation where
such child is not related by blood or marriage within the second degree of consanguinity to the
person or persons providing the care, in a place other than the child's own home.
(I) Child Care Facility License:CHILD CARE FACILITY LICENSE: Any child care facility
license required by this Chapter.
(J) Child Care WorkerCHILD CARE WORKER: A person who provides child care at a Child
Care Facility.
(K) Child Care TrainingCHILD CARE TRAINING: Preparation, instruction and education
related to child care that increases the knowledge, skill and abilities of a Child Care Worker or
Volunteer and which is part of an educational/technical curriculum.
(L) City: The City of Idaho Falls, Idaho.
(M) City Council: The duly elected City Council of the City.
(N) ContactCONTACT: Verbal communication with and in the presence of a child or the act of
being in immediate physical proximity to a child.
(O) Criminal Background InvestigationCRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A
background investigation performed pursuant to Idaho Administrative Code, Section 16.05.06.
(P) DepartmentDEPARTMENT: The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.
(Q) Director of the Community Development Services Department: DIRECTOR OF THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT: The Director of the
Community Development Services Department of the City, or his or hertheir nominee.
(R) EIPHD: Eastern Idaho Public Health District. EIPHD will be responsible for health and
safety inspections of Child Care Facilities.
(S) FacilityFACILITY: The generic term referring to a Child Care Center Facility, Group Child
Care Facility, or Family Child Care Facility.
(T) Family Child Care FacilityFAMILY CHILD CARE FACILITY: A home, place, or facility
that provides child care for no more than five (5) children at any given time upon the Premises of
a Child Care Facility.
(U) Fire MarshalFIRE MARSHAL: The Fire Marshal of the City of Idaho Falls, or his or
hertheir nominee.
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(V) Group Child Care Facility:GROUP CHILD CARE FACILITY: A home, place, or facility
that provides child care for at least six (6), but no more than twelve (12) children at any given
time upon the Premises of a Child Care Facility.
(W) Immediate Family MemberIMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER: A person related by blood
or marriage within the second degree of consanguinity to an owner or operator of a Child Care
Facility.
(X) Licensee: A person having a City Child Care license in full force and effect, issued
hereunder for ownership or operation of a child care facility.
(Y) Mayor: The duly elected Mayor of the City.
(Z) Member of the HouseholdMEMBER OF THE HOUSEHOLD: Any person who resides in, or
on the property of, a facility providing Child Care.
(AA) Multi-Use FacilityMULTI-USE FACILITY: A Child Care Facility which is owned by a
person who conducts business or engages in commercial functions for pecuniary gain in addition
to child care upon the Premises of a Child Care Facility.
(BB) Occasional CareOCCASIONAL CARE: Care provided for compensation on an infrequent
or intermittent basis by neighbors or family members that does not exceed forty (40) days in a
calendar year.
(CC) On-Site Non-ProviderON-SITE NON-PROVIDER: A person who is not a Child Care
Worker or a Child Care Operator and who is either:
(1) A Resident of a Child Care Facility including immediate family members of the
operator/director, and who has or may have unsupervised contact with children, or
(2) Janitorial or lunch room staff, a bookkeeper, office manager, secretary, receptionist or
other person employed at a Child Care Facility and who may have regular unsupervised contact
with children, exclusive of child care operators or child care workers.
(3) Any friend, significant other or neighbor who regularly visits the Child Care Facility.
(DD) OperatorOPERATOR: A person who is physically present at a Child Care Facility and
whose primary responsibility is the supervision and operation of the Child Care Facility during
any time when Child Care is being provided upon the premises.
(EE) OwnerOWNER: A person who owns any interest in, possesses or operates a Child Care
Facility. Such interest may, without limitation, include an interest as a sole proprietorship, a
partnership interest, shareholder of a corporation, a beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member
of a limited liability company.
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(FF) PersonPERSON: Any individual, partnership, association, corporation, limited liability
company, or private organization of any kind.
(GG) PremisesPREMISES: For commercial buildings, the part of the building owned or leased
for daycare facility, including parking areas and outside play areas. For home daycares,
"Premises" means, the entire home, including outside play areas.
(HH) RegularREGULAR: A frequency of at least once each calendar week.
(II) RelativeRELATIVE: Individuals related to a child by blood, marriage, or adoption within the
second degree of consanguinity.
(JJ) ResidentRESIDENT: Any individual twelve (12) years of age or older who resides in a
Child Care Facility.
(KK) VisitorVISITOR: An individual who is a guest or invitee at a Child Care Facility on a
random or infrequent basis.
(LL) VolunteerVOLUNTEER: A person who intermittently provides care for children or other
personal services to a Child Care Facility without pay or remuneration of any kind.
SECTION 14. Title 7, Chapter 9, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
7-9-12: DEFINITIONS: The words and terms used in this Sign Code shall have the meanings
indicated below.
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BUILDING: Any structure built for the support, shelter, and enclosure of persons, animals,
chattels, or property of any kind.
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OFFICER: Includes officers and boards in charge of departments and the members of such
boards, and such references as to the Clerk or City Treasurer, as the case may be applicable.
PERSON: A person, association, partnership or corporation, trust or any other entity recognized
by law.
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SIGN, BUILDING: Any sign that is permanently attached to a building including: wall signs,
awning signs, projecting sign, window signs, and roof signs.
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SECTION 15. Title 8 of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby amended as
follows:
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8-2-6: DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall
have the meanings ascribed belowThe following words and phrases shall have the meaning defined
herein:
AIRPORT: The Idaho Falls Regional Airport (or “IFRA” or the “Airport” and formally known as
“Fanning Field” or “Idaho Falls Municipal Airport”.)
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SECTION 5. Title 8, Chapter 3, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
8-3-4: ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON CITY PROPERTY:
(A) Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall have the
meanings ascribed belowThe terms defined below shall have the following meanings
when used in this section:
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WINE: Any alcoholic beverage containing not more than fourteen sixteen percent (164%)
alcohol by volume obtained by the fermentation of the natural sugar content of fruits or other
agricultural products containing sugar whether or not other ingredients are added.
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SECTION 5. Title 8, Chapter 4, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
8-4-2: DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall
have the meanings ascribed belowCertain terms used in this Chapter shall have the meanings
ascribed below:
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FAST FOOD RESTAURANT: A restaurant which possesses all three (3) of the following
characteristics: 1) all food orders are placed at a counter, 2) drive-thru window service, and 3)
meals are served in paper, plastic, or other types of disposable materials.
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SECTION 5. Title 8, Chapter 9, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
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8-9-2: DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall
have the meanings ascribed below:
(A) Terms used in this Chapter shall have the meanings ascribed below:
1. ANSI A300: That certain standard tree, shrub and other woody plant maintenance standard
practice as set forth in ANSI A300 (Part I)—2001, as published by the American National
Standards Institute, Inc., May 22, 2001 Edition. TITLE 8,
2. ANSI Z133.1: That certain safety standard regarding the planting and maintenance of trees in
proximity to utility lines as published by the American National Standards Institute, Inc. May 22,
2001, Edition.
3. CITY FOREST: The sum of all trees and shrubs within the City.
4. CITY FORESTER: The person appointed by the Director to carry out the duties and functions
set out in the Chapter.
5. CRITICAL ROOT ZONE: The area under a tree extending from the base of a tree in all
directions to a line ten (10) feet outside of the drip-line.
6. DIRECTOR: The duly appointed Director of City Parks and Recreation Department or designee.
7. MEMORIAL TREE: A tree that has been specifically approved by the Urban Forester to be
planted as a special commemorating memorial.
8. PARK TREE: Any public tree, shrub, bush and woody vegetation located in or upon any public
park owned by the City, but excluding trees in the public right-of-way.
9. PERSON: Any individual, firm, partnership, corporation, association, company, or other
governmental entity or organization of any kind.
10. PRIVATE TREE: Any tree that is not a public tree.
11. PRIVATE TREE SERVICE COMPANY: Any company or person engaged in the business of
tree pruning, trimming, removal within or without the City, whose gross receipts are more than
five hundred dollars ($500) in any calendar year.
12. PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY: Improved or unimproved public property owned by, dedicated to,
or deeded to, the public or the public's use for the purpose of providing vehicular, pedestrian and
other public use. Such public property includes, but is not limited to, streets, alleys, sidewalks,
public utility.
13. PUBLIC TREE: Any tree located upon public property owned or managed by the City,
including a street tree.
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14. SHRUB: A woody perennial plant, branched at or near the base and which at maturity is
expected to grow less than fifteen (15’) feet in height.
15. STREET TREE: Any tree, shrub, bush, and all other woody vegetation whose critical root zone
is located on or encroaches into any public right-of-way or whose branches overhang any public
right-of-way owned or managed by the City, or an adjacent property owner.
16. TOPPING: The severe cutting back of limbs to stubs larger than three (3”) inches in diameter
within the tree's crown or the removal of the top part (trunk and limbs) of a coniferous tree, thereby
removing the normal canopy and disfiguring the tree.
17. TREE: A woody and perennial plant, usually having one main stem or trunk and many branches
and which, at maturity is expected to exceed fifteen (15’) feet in height and two (2”) inches in
diameter. The failure to achieve such height at maturity shall not preclude its consideration as a
tree.
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SECTION 5. Title 8, Chapter 10, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
8-10-10 SIDEWALK, HAIL, SNOW, SLEET AND/OR ICE REMOVAL REQUIRED.
(A) Definitions:
(1) Agent. Any person under a legal or contractual obligation to remove hail, snow,
sleet and/or ice on a Sidewalk for an owner or lessee of property within the City,
whether or not for compensation.
(21) Precipitation Event. Any product of the condensation of atmospheric water
vapor (including hail, snow, sleet, and ice) that falls under gravity within City
limits, as determined by the National Weather Service Station at the Idaho Falls
Regional Airport.
(32) Sidewalk. Any concrete, asphaltic paving or brick material adjacent to a City
street, easement, right-of-way or other public way, whether within a public
right-of-way or on private property, designated and/or used by pedestrians for
travel.
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SECTION 5. Title 8, Chapter 12, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
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8-12-2: DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall
have the meanings ascribed belowFor the purposes of this Ordinance words and phrases used
herein shall have the meanings ascribed below:
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AIRPORT: The City of Idaho Falls Regional Airport.
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SECTION 16. Title 9, Chapter 5, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
9-5-2: DEFINITIONS: Certain terms used in this Chapter shall have the meanings herein given to
them Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall have the meanings
ascribed below:
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VEHICLE: Every device in, upon, or by which any person or property is or may be transported or
drawn upon a highway, excepting devices used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks.As used
in this Chapter, “vehicle” shall have the same meaning as under Chapter 1, Title 49 of the Idaho
Code.
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SECTION 16. Title 10, Chapter 1, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
10-1-3: DEFINITIONS: Whenever the following words or terms are used in this Code, they shall
have the meanings ascribed below:
ACCESS PRIVATE: Any street, road, drive, alley, or other privately-owned way used to obtain
direct vehicular access to a public street or alley.
ACCESS PUBLIC: Any street, road, highway, alley, or other publicly dedicated and accepted
way designed for movement of vehicular traffic.
ALLEY: A public way designed to serve as secondary access to the side or rear of lots that have
principal access on some other street.
AGRICULTURAL LAND: Land used strictly for the cultivation of crops or for animal
husbandry and which is held in tracts or parcels no smaller than ten (10) acres in area.
AMENDED PLAT: A change in the plat of an approved or recorded subdivision that affects the
layout of any street or area reserved for public use or that creates any additional lots.
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AREA OF CITY IMPACT: The agreement between the City and Bonneville County, as
amended, adopted pursuant to Idaho Code 67-6526 and on file with Community Development
Services Department.
BLOCK: A tract of land bounded by streets, alleys, parks, cemeteries, rights of way, or other
public boundary lines.
BUILDING: Any structure built for the protection, shelter, or enclosure of persons, animals,
chattels, or property of any kind.
CITY: The City of Idaho Falls.
COMMISSION: The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The current, legally adopted and amended Comprehensive Plan of
the City.
COUNCIL: The lawfully elected City Council of the City.
CUL-DE-SAC: A local street with only one (1) outlet and having a safe and convenient circuit
for traffic reversal.
DEDICATION: The setting apart and acceptance by the Council of land or an interest in land for
use by the public.
DEVELOPER: A person who subdivides or proposes to subdivide land, whether as an owner or
an agent of an owner.
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT: A contract between the subdivider or developer and the City
that sets forth the rights, duties, and obligations of all parties regarding the development of a
subdivision or tract of land located within or proposed for annexation into the City.
DIRECTOR: The Director of the Community Development Services Department of the City.
EASEMENT: A right of use that is less than ownership, usually for a certain stated purpose.
FRONTAGE: Any side of a lot which abuts a public street.
GRADE: The slope of a road or street expressed as a percentage amount.
IMPROVEMENT: Any alteration to, or construction upon real property, which increases the
value or utility of the land.
INDIVIDUAL SEWAGE: A septic tank, seepage tile sewage disposal system, or any other
sewage treatment device not connected or intended to serve more than one (1) building, or
connected to any other public or private sewage system.
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LONG-TERM LEASE: Any transfer of a possessory interest in land for a period greater than
thirty thirty-five (35) years, subject to a reversionary interest in the transferor.
LOT: A tract, plot, or portion of a subdivision or other parcel of land of sufficient dimension and
area to meet applicable City zoning requirements for lot size.
LOT, CORNER: A lot situated at the intersection of two (2) streets.
MODEL HOME: A dwelling unit used for display purposes which typifies the type of units to be
constructed in a subdivision.
OWNER: Any person, group of persons, partnership, association trust, corporation, or other legal
entity having legal title to, or an interest in, the land proposed to be subdivided.
PLAT, FINAL: The final drawing of the subdivision, including all dedication and
acknowledgments thereon, which conforms to the provisions of this Chapter and to Idaho Code.
PLAT, PRELIMINARY: The preliminary drawing or drawings, indicating the proposed manner
or layout of the subdivision, including but not limited to, street and utility layout and design, lots,
blocks and proposed zoning.
PLAT, SKETCH: A sketch prior to the preparation of a preliminary plat, or final plat in the case
of a short subdivision, used for the purpose of generally discussing the proposed subdivision and
any applicable requirements.
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT: Any drainage system, road, curb, gutter, sidewalk, off-street
parking area, sewer or water system, or any other facility for which the City may assume
responsibility, or which may affect improvements which are presently the responsibility of the
City.
RE-PLAT: A change in the plat of an approved or recorded subdivision that affects the layout of
any street or area reserved for public use, or which creates any additional lots.
RE-SUBDIVISION: Same as RE-PLAT.
RECORD OF SURVEY: A field survey and a map that is drawn according to the requirements
of Idaho Code, Title 55, Chapter 19, as amended.
RIGHT-OF-WAY: Land occupied or intended to be occupied by a street, sidewalk, railroad,
public utility, or other similar public use.
RURAL STREET STANDARD: A typical rural street section as shown in the Standard
Drawings and Specifications.
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SALE: Any transfer of ownership in land, including a contract of sale, whether by deed, contract,
plat, or other agreement.
SETBACK: The minimum distance between a building and a property line.
SPITE STRIP: Any strip of land located within or adjacent to a subdivision the primary purpose
of which is to allow the owner or developer of any subdivision to control access to a dedicated
street or other public facility.
STANDARD DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS: Standard Drawings and Specifications.
STREET: The entire width between the boundary lines of a public way.
STREET, DEAD-END: A street or portion thereof, with only one (1) point of ingress and egress.
STREET STANDARDS: The cross sections and construction standards for typical street
sections, as set forth in the City Standard Drawings and Engineering Specifications.
SUBDIVISION: The division of land into two (2) or more lots, for the purpose of sale or
development, including any re-subdivision of land.
SUBDIVISION, REGULAR: The subdivision of land into five (5) or more lots.
SUBDIVISION, SHORT: The subdivision of land into four (4) or fewer lots.
VARIANCE: A modification of the strict application of this Chapter.
SECTION 17. Title 10, Chapter 2, of the City Code of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho, is hereby
amended as follows:
10-2-2: DEFINITIONS: Words and phrases used in this Chapter shall have the meanings ascribed
in the Subdivision Ordinance, and as ascribed below: Whenever the following words or terms are
used in this Code, they shall have the meanings ascribed below:
ARTERIAL STREET: Any U.S. or state numbered route, controlled access street, or other major
radial or circumferential street or highway designated by the City as part of a major arterial
system of streets or highways.
CITY: The City of Idaho Falls.
COLLECTOR STREET: A street primarily intended to provide for traffic movement between
arterial streets and local streets.
COMMERCIAL ZONE: The I&M, LM, R&D, CC, HC, LC, PB, R3, and R3A zones as
established by the Zoning Ordinance of the City or with respect to property located outside the
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City, any other zoning classification substantially similar to any of the foregoing zoning
classifications.
CONTROLLED ACCESS HIGHWAY: Every highway, street or roadway in respect to which
owners or occupants of abutting lands and other persons have no legal right of access to or from
the same except at such points and in such manner as may be determined by the City.
DEVELOPER: Any person owning fee simple title to any parcel of real property, subject to this
ordinance.
LOCAL STREET: A street into which private access is freely allowed, and which is less than
sixty (60) feet in width measured from the back of the curbs.
PERSON: Any individual, partnership, corporation, trust or lawful organization.
PRIVATE ACCESS: Any roadway, drive, or other privately-owned way used to obtain direct
vehicular access to a public street or alley.
PUBLIC ACCESS: Any street, road, highway, alley or other publicly dedicated and accepted
way designed for movement of vehicular traffic.
RE-SUBDIVISION: A change in any plat of an improved or recorded subdivision that affects the
layout of any street or area reserved for public use, or which creates any additional lots.
SUBDIVISION: The division of land into two (2) or more lots for the purpose of sale, lease or
development by a Developer, including any re-subdivision of land.
SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE: The Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Idaho Falls, as the
same now exists or as modified hereafter.
SECTION 2. Savings and Severability Clause. The provisions and parts of this Ordinance are
intended to be severable. If any section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance should be
held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence,
clause, or phrase of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3. Codification Clause. The City Clerk is instructed to immediately forward this
Ordinance to the codifier of the official municipal code for proper revision of the Code.
SECTION 4. Publication. This Ordinance, or a summary thereof in compliance with Idaho Code,
shall be published once in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect immediately
upon its passage, approval, and publication.
SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage, approval, and publication.
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PASSED by the City Council and APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho,
this _____ day of _____________, 2020.
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 Ordinance
entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO,
AMENDING MULTIPLE CITY CODE PROVISIONS (ESPECIALLY TITLE 1,
CHAPTER 3) TO STANDARDIZE DEFINITIONS IN THE CODE AND TO
PROVIDE FOR RULES AND STANDARDS OF INTERPRETATION AND
CONSTRUCTION OF THE CODE; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY,
CODIFICATION, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING
EFFECTIVE DATE.”
_______________________________________
(SEAL) KATHY HAMPTON, CITY CLERK
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