City Council
Regular MeetingIdaho Falls, ID · December 9, 2021
Minutes
680 Park Avenue
City Council Meeting Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Minutes - Final
Thursday, December 9, 2021 7:30 PM City Council Chambers
1. Call to Order.
Present: Council President Michelle Ziel-Dingman, Councilor John Radford, Councilor Thomas Hally, Councilor
Jim Freeman, Councilor Jim Francis, and Councilor Lisa Burtenshaw
Absent: Mayor Rebecca L Noah Casper
Also present:
All available Department Directors
Randy Fife, City Attorney
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk
2. Pledge of Allegiance.
Council President Dingman requested Councilor Freeman to lead those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Public Comment.
Council President Dingman requested any public comment not related to items currently listed on the agenda or not related to
a pending matter. No one appeared.
4. Consent Agenda.
A. Public Works
1) Bid Award - Park Avenue Water Line, B Street to Broadway
On Tuesday, November 23, 2021, bids were received and opened for the Park Avenue Water Line, B
Street to Broadway project. A tabulation of bid results is attached. The purpose of the project is to
replace the existing water line and reconstruct the Park Avenue street section.
B. Idaho Falls Power
1) Idaho Falls Power Board Meeting Minutes - October 2021
The Idaho Open Meeting Law requires that the governing body of a public agency must provide for the
taking of written minutes of all its meetings.
C. Municipal Services
1) Treasurer’s Report for September 2021
A monthly Treasurer’s report is required pursuant to Resolution 2018-06 for City Council review and
approval. For the month-ending September 2021, cash, and investments total $136.4M. Total receipts
received and reconciled to the general ledger were reported at $20M, which includes revenues of
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$17.8M and inter-departmental transfers of $2.2M. Total distributions reconciled to the general ledger
were reported at $30.5M, which includes salary and benefits of $5.6M, operating costs of $22.7M and
inter-departmental transfers of $2.2M. As reported in the attached investment report, the total
investments reconciled to the general fund were reported at $126.6M.
2) Quote IF 22-06, Inventory for Idaho Falls Power
The purchases listed on the attached schedule will provide inventory for Idaho Falls Power.
3) Minutes from Council Meetings
November 22, 2021 City Council Work Session and Executive Session, and November 23, 2021 City
Council Meeting.
4) License Applications, all carrying the required approvals
Recommended Action:
It was moved by Councilor Burtenshaw, seconded by Councilor Francis, to accept the items on the Consent
Agenda according to the recommendations presented. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye -
Freeman, Francis, Hally, Radford, Burtenshaw, Dingman. Nay - none.
5. Regular Agenda.
A. Idaho Falls Power
1) IF 22-01 Line Clearance Services
Idaho Falls Power (IFP) solicited bids from qualified contractors to clear tree encroachments from
overhead power lines and around city substations. Davey Tree Surgery Company was the lowest
responsive, responsible bidder at $6,246.80 per week, or approximately $324,833.60 per year.
Idaho Falls Power Director Bear Prairie appeared. He stated this contract is approved annually. He also
stated the investment pays off with reliability numbers. He noted the department has been more
aggressive to hit all feeder lines every four (4) years. He also noted the previous contract was for an
annual contract with up to three (3) extensions, although it was realized about 2½ years into the
contract a change was needed as the contract could not find sufficient labor. Director Prairie stated the
lowest bidder has been used previously and has had great success. He noted the bid is 50% higher than
the previous year, although, due to the competitive bids, the bid is 50% lower than the next bid. He also
noted the contract included in the packet was slightly modified to add discrimination language per a
councilmember request. Council President Dingman agrees the ongoing maintenance is preventative to
prevent larger/more significant costs in the future.
It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Freeman, to approve the Line
Clearance Services contract with Davey Tree Surgery Company for a total not-to-exceed
amount of $500,000.00 and give authorization to the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
necessary documents. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Councilors Dingman,
Radford, Francis, Burtenshaw, Hally, Freeman. Nay - none.
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B. Municipal Services
1) Bid IF-22-F, Purchase Two Replacement and One New Automizer Side Loader Trucks for Public Works
This purchase will replace units #7028 and 7029 both 2016 side loader trucks for the Sanitation division
that have reached their useful life and are scheduled for replacement for a total trade-in value of
$89,350.00. The Sanitation division is also requesting to purchase one new automizer side loader truck
as a budgeted, addition to the fleet.
Municipal Services Director Pamela Alexander appeared. Per Council President Dingman, Director
Alexander stated money from the trade-in value is returned into the Sanitation Division Municipal
Equipment Replacement Fund (MERF) for future purchases.
It was moved by Councilor Burtenshaw, seconded by Councilor Francis, to approve the
purchase of two replacement and one new automizer side loader trucks for Public Works from
the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract as stated for a total of $913,369.40. The
motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Councilors Radford, Freeman, Burtenshaw, Francis,
Dingman, Hally. Nay - none.
C. Community Development Services
1) Public Hearing-Part 1 of 2 of the Annexation and Initial Zoning-Annexation Ordinance and Reasoned
Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for 0.586 acres, Southwest ¼ of Section 9, Township 2
North, Range 38 East.
Attached is part 1 of 2 of the application for Annexation and Initial Zoning of HC, Highway Commercial
which includes the Annexation Ordinance and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards
for 0.586 acres, Southwest ¼ of Section 9, Township 2 North, Range 38 East. The Planning and Zoning
Commission considered this item at its November 9, 2021, meeting and recommended approval by a
unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this recommendation.
Council President Dingman opened the public hearing and ordered all items presented be submitted
into the record. She requested applicant presentation.
Barry Baine, Connect Engineering, appeared. Mr. Baine identified this ½ acre of property as north of
Lincoln Road, east of Woodruff Avenue, and directly east of Quail Drive. He also stated Quail Drive will
be brought forward later on the agenda as a right-of-way (ROW) plat. He indicated development to the
south of Quail Drive will continue south and will tie into Bentley, which will allow the road to the south
and Quail Drive to line up off Lincoln Road. Mr. Baine stated the request for HC zoning will follow the
Comp Plan. He also stated the surrounding properties are HC and LC which meet the current land uses.
Council President Dingman requested staff presentation.
Community Development Services Director Brad Cramer appeared. He presented the following:
Slide 1 - Property under consideration
Slide 2 - Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map
Director Cramer reiterated the location.
Slide 4 - Aerial photo of property under consideration
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Director Cramer stated there is currently no development.
Slide 5 - Photo looking north across the site
Council President Dingman requested public comment. No one appeared. Council President Dingman
closed the public hearing.
There was no additional discussion.
It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Francis, to approve the ordinance
annexing 0.586 acres, Southwest ¼ of Section 9, Township 2 North, Range 38 East under a
suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and request that it be
read by title and published by summary. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye -
Councilors Hally, Burtenshaw, Dingman, Freeman, Francis, Radford. Nay - none.
At the request of Council President Dingman, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only:
ORDINANCE NO. 3430
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE
STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 0.586 ACRES
DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE, AMENDING THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE
CITY WITH THE APPROPRIATE COUNTY AND STATE AUTHORITIES; AND PROVIDING
SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Francis, to approve the Reasoned
Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation as previously described and
give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. The motion carried by
the following vote: Aye - Councilors Burtenshaw, Hally, Radford, Dingman, Freeman, Francis.
Nay - none.
2) Public Hearing-Part 2 of 2 of the Annexation and Initial Zoning of HC, Highway Commercial, Initial
Zoning Ordinance and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards, 0.586 acres, Southwest
¼ of Section 9, Township 2 North, Range 38 East.
Attached is part 2 of 2 of the application for Annexation and Initial Zoning of HC, Highway Commercial
which includes the Initial Zoning Ordinance and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards
for 0.586 acres, Southwest ¼ of Section 9, Township 2 North, Range 38 East. The Planning and Zoning
Commission considered this item at its November 9, 2021, meeting and recommended approval of HC,
Highway Commercial by a unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this recommendation and recommends
approval.
It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Francis, to assign a Comprehensive
Plan Designation of “Commercial” and approve the ordinance establishing the initial zoning for
HC, Highway Commercial as shown in the Ordinance exhibits under a suspension of the rules
requiring three complete and separate readings and request that it be read by title and
published by summary, that the City limits documents be amended to include the area
annexed herewith, and that the City Planner be instructed to reflect said annexation,
amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, and initial zoning on the Comprehensive Plan and
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Zoning Maps located in the Planning office. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye -
Councilors Dingman, Burtenshaw, Francis, Freeman, Hally, Radford. Nay - none.
At the request of Council President Dingman, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only:
ORDINANCE NO. 3431
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE
STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE INITIAL ZONING OF APPROXIMATELY 0.586 ACRES
DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE AS HC, HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL ZONE; AND
PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Francis, to approve the Reasoned
Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of HC, Highway Commercial
and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. The motion carried
by the following vote: Aye - Councilors Francis, Dingman, Freeman, Hally, Radford, Burtenshaw.
Nay - none.
3) Public Hearing-Part 1 of 2 of the Annexation and Initial Zoning-Annexation Ordinance and Reasoned
Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for 7.598 acres, Southeast ¼ of Section 23, Township 2
North, Range 37 East.
Attached is part 1 of 2 of the application for Annexation and Initial Zoning of LC, Limited Commercial
with the Controlled Development Airport Overlay Zone which includes the Annexation Ordinance and
Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for 7.598 acres, Southeast ¼ of Section 23,
Township 2 North, Range 37 East. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this item at its
November 9, 2021, meeting and recommended approval by a unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this
recommendation.
Council President Dingman opened the public hearing and ordered all items presented be submitted
into the record. She requested applicant presentation.
Kurt Roland, Eagle Rock Engineering, appeared on behalf of the developer. Mr. Roland identified the
requested property east of Skyline Drive and south of Pancheri Drive. Per Councilor Francis, Mr. Roland
stated the road to the west that connects to Pancheri has already been annexed.
Council President Dingman requested staff presentation.
Director Cramer appeared. He presented the following:
Slide 1 - Property under consideration
Director Cramer stated Skyline Drive to the south of Pancheri is already annexed, and a portion of the
ROW is being annexed. He confirmed the ROW north to Pancheri as well as Tara have already been
annexed. He also confirmed, due to a mapping error, a small section of the road to the west is being
annexed. Director Cramer stated the requested zoning is LC, Limited Commercial that allows a mix of
commercial, office, and residential.
Slide 2 - Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map
Director Cramer stated there is currently a mix of commercial and higher-density residential, therefore,
the requested zoning is consistent with other adjacent properties.
Slide 3 - Aerial photo of property under consideration
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Slide 4 - Additional aerial photo of property under consideration
Director Cramer stated the area is currently vacant with some homes to the east.
Slide 5 - Photos looking across the undeveloped portion of the property
Director Cramer stated this is a Category A annexation. Councilor Freeman questioned the current
infrastructure. Director Cramer stated he is unsure of the exact locations but water and sewer do exist.
Mr. Roland identified the 12” water main and the sewer main on the map. He stated there are two (2)
sewer lines in the road.
Council President Dingman requested public comment. Seeing no one present, Council President
Dingman closed the public hearing.
There was no additional discussion.
It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Francis, to approve the ordinance
annexing 7.598 acres, Southeast ¼ of Section 23, Township 2 North, Range 37 East under a
suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and request that it be
read by title and published by summary. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye -
Councilors Burtenshaw, Hally, Dingman, Radford, Freeman, Francis. Nay - none.
At the request of Council President Dingman, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only:
ORDINANCE NO. 3432
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE
STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 7.598 ACRES
DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE, AMENDING THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE
CITY WITH THE APPROPRIATE COUNTY AND STATE AUTHORITIES; AND PROVIDING
SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Francis, to approve the Reasoned
Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation as previously described and
give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. The motion carried by
the following vote: Aye - Councilors Hally, Francis, Radford, Dingman, Burtenshaw, Freeman.
Nay - none.
4) Public Hearing-Part 2 of 2 of the Annexation and Initial Zoning of LC, Limited Commercial with Airport
Overlay Controlled Development Zone, Initial Zoning Ordinance and Reasoned Statement of Relevant
Criteria and Standards, 7.598 acres, Southeast ¼ of Section 23, Township 2 North, Range 37 East.
Attached is part 2 of 2 of the application for Annexation and Initial Zoning of LC, Limited Commercial
with the Controlled Development Airport Overlay Zone which includes the Initial Zoning Ordinance and
Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for 7.598 acres, Southeast ¼ of Section 23,
Township 2 North, Range 37 East. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this item at its July
20, 2021, meeting and recommended approval of LC, Limited Commercial with the Controlled
Development Airport Overlay Zone by a unanimous vote. Staff concurs with this recommendation and
recommends approval.
It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Francis, to assign a Comprehensive
Plan Designation of “Higher Density” and “Commercial” and approve the ordinance
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establishing the initial zoning for LC, Limited Commercial with the Controlled Development
Airport Overlay Zone as shown in the Ordinance exhibits under a suspension of the rules
requiring three complete and separate readings and request that it be read by title and
published by summary, that the City limits documents be amended to include the area
annexed herewith, and that the City Planner be instructed to reflect said annexation,
amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, and initial zoning on the Comprehensive Plan and
Zoning Maps located in the Planning office. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye -
Councilors Freeman, Radford, Burtenshaw, Francis, Dingman, Hally. Nay - none.
At the request of Council President Dingman, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only:
ORDINANCE NO. 3433
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE
STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE INITIAL ZONING OF APPROXIMATELY 7.598 ACRES
DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE AS LC ZONE WITH AIRPORT OVERLAY
CONTROLLED DEVELOPMENT ZONE; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY
SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE.
It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Francis, to approve the Reasoned
Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of LC, Limited Commercial
with the Controlled Development Airport Overlay Zone and give authorization for the Mayor to
execute the necessary documents. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Councilors
Hally, Radford, Francis, Dingman, Burtenshaw, Freeman. Nay - none.
D. Public Works
1) Cooperative Agreement for Sewage Treatment with the City of Ucon
Attached for your consideration is a Cooperative Agreement for Sewage Treatment with the City of
Ucon. The proposed agreement shall be effective upon execution and expire on November 30, 2026.
The proposed agreement, if approved, establishes billing rates for the next 5-years and also establishes
connection fees for new services to the Ucon system.
Public Works Director Chris Fredericksen appeared. He stated this is part of a study completed in 2021.
He noted the recent renewal with the Iona Bonneville Sewer District (IBSD) and clarified Ucon is only
collected from one (1) point as opposed to IBSD. Director Frederickson further clarified the city does
not respond to concerns in the Ucon area. He stated the cost is $2.85 per 1,000 gallons and proposed
connection fees are $582 per connection. He expressed his appreciation to staff and legal for their
assistance in the renewal. Councilor Freeman stated negotiations are never easy, this is a big step in the
right direction. He commended staff.
It was moved by Councilor Freeman, seconded by Councilor Radford, for approval of the
Cooperative Agreement and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the necessary
documents. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Councilors Francis, Dingman,
Freeman, Hally, Radford, Burtenshaw. Nay - none.
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2) Cooperative Agreement and Resolution with the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) for two
intersections along North Yellowstone Highway
Attached for your consideration is a Cooperative Agreement for cost sharing with ITD for two concrete
intersection replacement projects. The intersections include 1.) North Yellowstone Highway and
Broadway and 2.) North Yellowstone Highway and Lincoln Road. The agreement stipulates that the city
will be responsible for all costs associated with replacement of the water line beneath these concrete
intersections. The city will also supply the water line materials needed to complete this work.
Director Frederickson stated the agreement is for approximately 1,400 linear feet of line replacement
with an approximate cost of $300,000. He also stated ITD intends to reconstruct the intersections this
summer as the city requested that the project not be undertaken during the water line project. Per
Councilor Francis, Director Frederickson stated the signal system is not part of the project. Director
Frederickson stated there is discussion occurring regarding the city taking over the signal system at the
intersection of Broadway and Yellowstone.
It was moved by Councilor Freeman, seconded by Councilor Radford, for approval of the
Cooperative Agreement and Resolution with ITD for two intersections along North Yellowstone
Highway and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the documents. The motion carried by
the following vote: Aye - Councilors Freeman, Francis, Hally, Radford, Burtenshaw, Dingman.
Nay - none.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-36
WHEREAS, THE IDAHO TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT, HEREAFTER CALLED THE STATE, HAS
SUBMITTED AN AGREEMENT STATING OBLIGATIONS OF THE STATE AND THE CITY OF IDAHO
FALLS, HEREAFTER CALLED THE CITY, TO REPLACE DETERIORATING CONCRETE SECTIONS IN
INTERSECTIONS ALONG US 26 YELLOWSTONE HIGHWAY.
3) State Local Agreement and Resolution with the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) for the Pancheri
Trail, Phase 2 Project
Attached for your consideration is a State Local Agreement for design and construction with ITD to
complete pedestrian improvements to the Pancheri Bridge. Proposed work includes the widening of the
pedestrian sidewalk on the north side of the bridge to 10 feet. Concrete railing will also be placed on
both sides of the bridge similar to that which exists on the Broadway Bridge.
These improvements will greatly enhance safety for all users of the Pancheri Bridge.
Director Frederickson stated this project would offer better protection from traffic. He also stated a
barrier on the south side has been requested. He indicated the anticipated cost is $539,500, with the
city match requirement of 7.34% totaling $39,599, and the final remittance is determined at project
completion. He noted the project funds become available in FY2022 with the project taking place in
summer of 2023. Per Councilor Burtenshaw, Director Frederickson stated there is funding allocated in
the Parks and Recreation Budget for structure design. He noted the bridge will not be widened, it will
need a structural analysis. Council President Dingman commended staff, noting the cost. Councilor
Freeman believes this has been a dangerous place to cross the river.
It was moved by Councilor Freeman, seconded by Councilor Radford, for approval of the State
Local Agreement and Resolution with ITD for Pancheri Drive, Phase 2 project and authorize the
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Mayor and City Clerk to sign the documents. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye -
Councilors Dingman, Radford, Francis, Burtenshaw, Hally, Freeman. Nay - none.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-37
WHEREAS, THE IDAHO TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT, HEREAFTER CALLED THE STATE, HAS
SUBMITTED AN AGREEMENT STATING OBLIGATIONS OF THE STATE AND THE CITY OF IDAHO
FALLS, HEREAFTER CALLED THE CITY, FOR DEVELOPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION OF PANCHERI
TRAIL PH 2.
4) State Local Agreement and Resolution with the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) for the Raised
Curb Medians, Idaho Falls Project
Attached for your consideration is a State Local Agreement for project development with ITD to
construct raised curb medians on various roadways within Idaho Falls. The project is part of proposed
safety improvements to help minimize left turning accidents. Curb median is proposed for installation
on all approaches at the Sunnyside Road and Woodruff Avenue intersection, the east and west
approaches of the 17th Street and Fife Avenue intersection, and lastly, the south approach of Hitt Road
and E 25th Street intersection.
Director Frederickson stated these types of projects come forward due to crash data and is part of
proposed safety improvements. He indicated this project proposes left turn prohibitions at the
intersections of Sunnyside and Woodruff Avenue, 17th Street and Fife Avenue, and South 25th East
(Hitt Road) and East 25th Street. He also indicated the total anticipated cost of the project is $391,000,
with the city match rate of 7.34% totaling of $28,699. He noted the funds will be available in 2023. Per
Councilor Hally, Director Frederickson stated this project will not change the lighting. Per Councilor
Freeman, Director Frederickson stated the median at Sunnyside and Woodruff will not extend far
enough to impact the Fire Station on Woodruff Avenue. Per Councilor Burtenshaw, Director
Frederickson stated discussion is occurring with Ammon regarding the median on 25th Street.
It was moved by Councilor Freeman, seconded by Councilor Radford, for approval of the State
Local Agreement and Resolution with ITD for The Raised Curb Median, Idaho Falls project and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the documents. The motion carried by the following
vote: Aye - Councilors Radford, Freeman, Burtenshaw, Francis, Dingman, Hally. Nay - none.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-38
WHEREAS, THE IDAHO TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT, HEREAFTER CALLED THE STATE, HAS
SUBMITTED AN AGREEMENT STATING OBLIGATIONS OF THE STATE AND THE CITY OF IDAHO
FALLS, HEREAFTER CALLED THE CITY, FOR CONSTRUCTION OF RAISED CURB MEDIANS.
5) Grant Agreement with the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) for Establishing Microtransit Services
Attached for your consideration is a Grant Agreement with ITD to establish Microtransit Services within
the corporate limits of Idaho Falls.
The grant stipulates that funds programmed for this project will be used for contracted operating
expenses, including purchase of service for turn-key microtransit services from a third-party contractor.
The third-party contractor will be competitively selected by the city and will design, launch, operate,
market and maintain a demand response rideshare service pilot project.
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Director Frederickson stated the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with ITD defined the
responsibilities. He also stated the final agreement is required for the city to have access to the funds
for the Microtransit Services. Council President Dingman noted this solidifies the $4.1M toward this
project. She expressed her appreciation to Director Frederickson.
It was moved by Councilor Freeman, seconded by Councilor Radford, for approval of the Grant
Agreement with ITD for establishing Microtransit Services and authorization for the Mayor to
sign the documents. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Councilors Hally,
Burtenshaw, Dingman, Freeman, Francis, Radford. Nay - none.
6) Right-of-Way Plat for the 4th Street and Olive Avenue Intersection
Attached for your consideration is a Right-of-Way Plat for the 4th Street and Olive Avenue Intersection.
The purpose of the plat is to define the right-of-way to be dedicated to the public from Micro
Investments Addition Division No. 1 at this intersection.
Director Frederickson stated this is currently a 90-degree intersection, and it has been requested the
intersection be reconstructed to allow larger vehicles. He noted the developer will accommodate.
It was moved by Councilor Freeman, seconded by Councilor Radford, to accept the
Right-of-Way Plat for the 4th Street and Olive Avenue intersection and give authorization for
Mayor and city staff to sign the document. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye -
Councilors Burtenshaw, Hally, Radford, Dingman, Freeman, Francis. Nay - none.
7) Right-of-Way Plat for Quail Drive
Attached for your consideration is a Right-of-Way Plat for the realignment of Quail Drive where it
intersects with Lincoln Road. The purpose of the plat is to define the right-of-way to be dedicated to the
public for this roadway realignment.
Director Frederickson stated this item is in conjunction with the previously annexed property. He also
stated this is approximately 700’ east of Woodruff Avenue. He noted the purpose is to realign Quail
Drive with the proposed intersection to the south to minimize overlaps.
It was moved by Councilor Freeman, seconded by Councilor Radford, to accept the
Right-of-Way Plat for Quail Drive and give authorization for Mayor and city staff to sign the
document. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye - Councilors Dingman, Burtenshaw,
Francis, Freeman, Hally, Radford. Nay - none.
6. Announcements.
Council President Dingman announced City Council Meetings on December 13 and December 16.
7. Adjournment.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:21 p.m.
s/ Kathy Hampton
________________________________________ s/ Rebecca L. Noah Casper
_________________________________________
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk Rebecca L. Noah Casper, Mayor
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