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Idaho Falls, ID · December 9, 2021

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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 Page 1 of 10 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 9, 2021 $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. Page 2 of 10 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 9, 2021 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 Page 3 of 10 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 9, 2021 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 Page 4 of 10 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 9, 2021 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 Page 5 of 10 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 9, 2021 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 Page 6 of 10 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 9, 2021 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. Page 7 of 10 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 9, 2021 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 Page 8 of 10 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 9, 2021 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. Page 9 of 10 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 9, 2021 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 Page 10 of 10

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