City Council
Regular MeetingIdaho Falls, ID · June 27, 2022
Minutes
June 27, 2022 Council Work Session
The City Council of the City of Idaho Falls met in Council Work Session, Monday, June 27, 2022, in the Council
Chambers in the City Annex Building located at 680 Park Avenue in Idaho Falls at 3:00 p.m.
Call to Order and Roll Call
There were present:
Mayor Rebecca L. Noah Casper
Council President Michelle Ziel-Dingman
Councilor John Radford
Councilor Thomas Hally
Councilor Jim Freeman
Councilor Jim Francis
Councilor Lisa Burtenshaw
Also present:
Brad Cramer, Community Development Services Director (via WebEx)
Catherine Smith, Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation (IFDDC) Executive Director
Lisa Farris, Grants Administrator
Laura Satterlee, Grant Coordinator
Pamela Alexander, Municipal Services Director
PJ Holm, Parks and Recreation Director
Bryce Johnson, Police Chief
Randy Fife, City Attorney
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk
Mayor Casper called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. with the following items:
Acceptance and/or Receipt of Minutes:
It was moved by Councilor Francis, seconded by Councilor Burtenshaw, that council receive the recommendations
from the Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Commission meetings of June 7 and June 21 pursuant to the Local Land Use
Planning Act (LLUPA). The motion carried with the following vote: Aye – Councilors Hally, Burtenshaw, Dingman,
Freeman, Francis, Radford. Nay – none.
Calendars, Announcements, Reports, and Updates:
Following brief discussion, the annual Public Works Utility Board Meeting has been rescheduled from June 29 to
July 13.
June 28, City employee picnic
July 4, Independence Day – the elected officials will be collecting monetary donations for the Idaho Falls Community
Food Basket in the parade
Mayor Casper announced the Idaho Falls Zoo Cultural Envoy project is moving forward; the pride
celebration/parade recently occurred; and the AIC (Association of Idaho Cities) Annual Conference occurred in the
previous week. Mayor Casper provided a brief update of the legislative schedule for November 2022. She also
provided a brief update of the recent overturn of Roe v. Wade, stating these matters will now be governed by State
law by a Trigger Law. Brief discussion followed regarding this impact to healthcare and regulation of insurance plans.
Liaison Reports and Councilmember Concerns:
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Council President Dingman congratulated Jayme Verish, Idaho Falls Regional Airport Assistant Director of
Operations and Maintenance, who has been appointed to a Diversity Equity, and Inclusion working group in the
Airport’s Council International North America Branch. She believes this may potentially influence national policy.
Councilor Hally stated, per Roe v. Wade, several companies are providing lodging and transportation to those states
where abortion is legal. He also stated an application has been received with the Redevelopment Agency (RDA) for
affordable housing.
Councilor Radford announced several events forthcoming in the Parks and Recreation (P&R) Department. He stated,
per AIC, the City of Star is going to limit the amount of growth, and he provided an update of health care.
Councilor Francis provided a brief recap of the AIC conference including recruitment and retention, and economic
development in place.
Councilor Burtenshaw stated EIRWWA (Eastern Idaho Regional Wastewater Association) is at capacity, noting
Ammon has placed a moratorium on building permits. She believes this may affect a future conversation with the
Bonneville County officials.
Councilor Freeman stated a new local internet service provider has been announced for fiber. He also stated the
Idaho Falls Animal Shelter is providing microchipping services at half-price prior to July 4.
Community Development Services/Report: Business Improvement District (BID) and Parking Management:
Mayor Casper stated the IFDDC is required to provide an annual report of the BID agreement. Ms. Smith stated the
BID is owned by the city and managed by the IFDDC. She reviewed the financial information, noting the annual
budget for the BID is $80,000. She stated the event income is lower than preferred, which is due to some events
being cancelled, however, several additional events are scheduled. Ms. Smith stated, per the downtown parking,
the goal is to not write a parking ticket, however, there are outstanding parking tickets which will be an ongoing
process and has attributed to the budget deficit. She believes collecting on parking tickets is necessary. She further
explained the financial statement for advertising, dues and subscriptions, and beautification. Ms. Smith reviewed
the State of Downtown Dashboard on the IFDDC website, noting the website has been recently redesigned. She
provided a year in review with general discussion throughout. This review included new businesses, the watering
of flowers (approximately $30,000 per year), sidewalk sales, the Broadway Plaza (more shade is needed), Ladies
Shopping Days, Summer Brew, Halloween costume contest, public art (there are now 60 art benches, the focus will
now be art murals), holiday decorating/tree lighting, Help Find Santa’s Puppy, trolley rides, parking (customer
service focused, is hoping for paid downtown parking), and the Block Face ordinance (have had minimal problems
with this ordinance). Ms. Smith stated the goals for the upcoming year is to meet financial goals for all events,
continue to execute a robust marketing plan, public art projects, improve the signage on the River Walk and
downtown entry ways, continue to make positive efforts managing downtown parking, and explore grants for public
art funding. Mayor Casper stated, per AIC, the commerce should be partnered with the Mainstream America
program. Per Councilor Freeman, Ms. Smith believes the scooters have provided a tool for individuals to get around;
a parking shuttle would be difficult to pay for (she believes a shuttle system will be used by the library once the
water tower construction begins); and bags are provided for dog owners. Per Councilor Francis, Ms. Smith believes
the Block Face ordinance created a positive change of behavior with the downtown employees, although there has
not been a decline of parking tickets. Mayor Casper noted all BID minutes are included in Work Session packets.
Community Development Services/Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Requests Review:
Ms. Farris introduced Ms. Satterlee. Ms. Farris stated total allocation = $424,852 and total requests received =
$624,468. She explained the breakdown of allocations for Public Service, Slum/Blight by Area, LMI/Low Moderate
Income, and Administration. She briefly reviewed the priorities and criteria, stating she believes housing is the
number one issue identified for the 5-year plan. Ms. Farris then reviewed the following with general comments and
discussion throughout:
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Program Year (PY) 2022 Activity/Project Description Amount Option A Option B
CDBG Applicant Requested
Public Service 15% Max Allowed ($63,727.80)
Idaho Legal Aid/Idaho Legal Aid to victims of domestic $15,000 $12,000 $10,000
Falls violence.
Behavioral Health Crisis Support in providing medical/ $20,000 $17,727.80 $18,727.80
Center of East Idaho treatment for those suffering from
(BHC) substance abuse. Medical
professional wages/treatment.
Eastern Idaho Community Legal aid - Grandparents Raising $6,000 $0 $0
Action Partners (EICAP) Grandchildren or other blood.
College of East Idaho (CEI) relatives.
Childcare vouchers to assist LMI $10,000 $5,000 $5,000
students with childcare for academic
year 22-23.
USDA Summer Food Assist with increased food costs for $5,000 $5,000 $5,000
Service Program/New summer food program K-18 LMI in
Day Lutheran three census tracts.
Trinity United Methodist Case management intake/ $44,736 $10,000 $12,000
Church Homeless Day assessment, supplies/facility
Shelter cleaning, door tender.
Salvation Army, Idaho Case Manager for the Cover of Hope $20,000 $7,000 $8,000
Falls (COH) Program. Intake of LMI clients
and assess root causes of poverty.
Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen Specific food items not available $15,000 $7,000 $5,000
through the food bank to serve the
community and nonprofit
organizations.
Slum/Blight by Area 30% Max allowed or $127,455.60
Idaho Falls Downtown Façade Improvement Program with $50,000 $38,233.98 $38,233.98
Development Corp facades, signs, awnings, and $1,000
(IFDDC) for graffiti and vandalism repairs.
LMI or Low Moderate 70% Minimum or $237,910.82
Income
City Public Works Dept. For properties in LMI neighborhoods $250,000 $162,920.22 $162,920.22
Curb/Gutter/Sidewalk within Highland Park Subdivision
(Phase 4 of 5).
Idaho Falls Sr. Citizen Replacement of security cameras. $17,000 $0 $0
Habitat for Humanity Assist with construction of a triplex $75,000 $75,000 $75,000
Idaho Falls (H4HIF) LMI homes at 1520, 1522, 1524
Location Elmore Avenue.
Total LMI Direct Benefit $342,000 $237,920.22 $237.920.22
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Administration/CDBG 20% of 2022 allocation ($424,852) $84,970.40 $84,970.40 $84,970.40
CDS/Planning Dept One FT for salary/benefits, supplies/
training, professional services, and
Fair Housing activities.
Total Amount + Admin $624,468 $424,852 $424,852
Per Councilor Burtenshaw, Ms. Farris stated programs will continue even if not all the requested amount is received.
Council President Dingman indicated the majority of requests are received each year for these programs, and she
does not believe a program would shut down if the full allotment is not received. It was moved by Council President
Dingman to approve Option A with a change to increase the BHC request by $1,000 and reduce the Salvation Army
request by $1,000 based upon her experience and the need in the community. She indicated she would prefer to
see more data on the Salvation Army’s program. Per Councilor Freeman, Ms. Farris believes the EICAP program is
being funded by additional sources. Per Mayor Casper, Ms. Farris confirmed the Legal Aid office is providing two
services. Councilor Hally seconded the motion made by Council President Dingman. The motion carried with the
following vote: Aye – Councilors Burtenshaw, Hally, Radford, Dingman, Freeman, Francis. Nay – none. It was noted
this item will be included on the June 30 City Council Meeting agenda.
Municipal Services/Follow-up Discussion: City-owned Property:
Director Alexander recapped that this property includes four parcels totaling 8.4 acres, the property was valued at
$610,000 in 2016, the property was published for public auction on June 17 with a minimum bid of $1.8M per the
current appraised value, and no bids were received at the public auction. Therefore, per State Code, the council
shall have the authority to sell the property as it deems in the best interest of the city. Director Cramer stated he’s
received an inquiry, before and during the auction period, for this property to provide affordable housing. He noted
individuals who provide affordable housing through the low-income housing tax credit program would typically
require a city contribution on their application for those credits to be competitive. He stated the two most common
ways for the low-income housing tax credit would be to waive fees (he noted there are not a lot of options to waive
fees) or to donate/drastically reduce the cost of the land. He also noted inquiries have been made on this land for
other purposes. Director Alexander believes the council has more flexibility with the property since the formal
process was followed. She stated, per discussion with Director Holm, it is recommended a range of negotiations
occur with no less than $610,000. Discussion followed regarding turning the land to the RDA with a Request for
Proposal (RFP) and parameters. Director Cramer stated there is no existing urban renewal district in this area, and
an urban renewal district would have to be created, noting this would be a longer process. Mayor Casper
emphasized there is no immediate need for this property. It was noted this property is currently in the re-zone
process with the rezone hearing scheduled before the City Council on July 14. Councilor Francis questioned if the
property could be re-bid with a specific amount. Mr. Fife believes a minimum bid needs to be established although
it could include a condition of sale. Per Mayor Casper, Director Cramer stated a neighborhood meeting is required
for a rezone. He also stated parameters could be established for affordable housing, which could be managed by
the RDA. Councilor Radford believes this could be a walkable center. Councilor Burtenshaw prefers to continue with
the rezone, lower the minimum bid, and allocate the money received to P&R. Councilor Freeman agreed. Brief
comments followed regarding the taxes on the property. Councilor Radford believes the RDA would be competitive.
Director Cramer indicated the RDA would close the micro urban renewal district as quickly as possible. Brief
discussion followed regarding a partner with the urban renewal district and the tax credits, the open market, the
property being donated for P&R, and any funding being allocated to the P&R. It was then moved by Councilor
Freeman, seconded by Councilor Hally, to advertise the property again for public auction at $1,350,000 and if
unsuccessful it would be considered for an RDA property. The motion carried with the following vote: Aye –
Councilors Dingman, Burtenshaw, Francis, Freeman, Hally. Nay – Councilor Radford.
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Police Department/Discussion: Parade Route No Parking Resolution:
Chief Johnson stated this resolution would explicitly give the Chief of Police authority to close road for special events
such as the 4th of July, other parades, and other events requested through the city’s Special Event Committee. He
also stated this would require public notification prior to and after such event. Mr. Fife reminded the council a
resolution is a statement of intent/policy, noting the Chief of Police would have the authority to use judgement as
necessary. Brief discussion followed regarding the language in the resolution. Per Councilor Radford, Chief Johnson
believes the authority of road closures falls within the Idaho Falls Police Department (IFPD). This item will be
included on the June 30 City Council Meeting agenda.
Police Department/County/Cities Public Safety Communications (Dispatch) Framework Report:
Mayor Casper stated this item has been an issue since 2014. She believes emergency communications requires a
best practice policy and equitable distribution of funding and costs. She recognized the efforts by Chief Johnson and
Councilor Francis. Councilor Francis recognized Sheriff Samuel Hulse and Commissioner Bryan Reed. He stated On
the Ground Consulting provided an analysis cost formula that can be applied moving forward. Chief Johnson stated
this is a multi-year project which will require council approval for budgeting reasons. He also stated there were two
fundamental goals – preserve public safety and create an equitable cost sharing formula. He believes the agreement
will include both goals between the city and Bonneville County. Chief Johnson explained the agreement, stating the
agreement is between the city and Bonneville County, other entities that the county serves would be part of the
county’s portion (this contract will not cover Ammon as this is covered under the Sheriff’s contract); underlying
data points will be reviewed every two years; Bonneville County agrees to pay 37.4% of the dispatch operations;
payments from the county will be paid in quarterly installments; the city agrees to submit to the Bonneville County
Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) the expected operations cost of dispatch for each following fiscal year which will include a
breakdown of costs; the IFPD and the Multi-Agency Advisory Board (MAB) will review the Computer Aided Dispatch
(CAD) analysis formula each year; and the city agrees to make lease payments on the Law Enforcement Building
(LEB) in the amount of $127,109 which is based on the percentage of the LEB occupied by IFPD and is contingent
on the overall dispatch agreement. Chief Johnson reviewed the standard dispatch process, the dispatch services,
and the percentage of total CAD incidents by agency with weighting applied (3-year average) (IFPD-44%, BCSO-37%,
IFFD-18%, Ammon FD-.3%, Ucon PD/FD-.3%, and SV FD-.1%). Brief discussion followed regarding the dispatch
budget (due March 1) noting that inflation adjustments or insurance premium issues have not typically been made
when this budget is due. Chief Johnson believes this agreement will assist with this issue. He also stated this
conversation could be re-visited in future years. Per Mayor Casper, Chief Johnson believes there are good faith
partners in the MAB. He stated there is a proposal to re-write the MAB bylaws, include a rotating chair and co-chair
between the city and the county. Councilor Francis believes the MAB bylaws are out of date. He indicated the final
report to the commissioners included these MAB bylaws be re-written. Chief Johnson indicated the bylaws have
been re-written and are in the 30-day review requirement. Per Councilor Freeman, Chief Johnson explained the
breakdown of each agencies’ cost of dispatch, including the fundamental split (911 surcharge for all county
residents) and personnel costs. Per Council President Dingman, Chief Johnson stated a lease agreement will be
forthcoming, and this information will be included in the upcoming budget. Per Mayor Casper, Councilor Francis
stated this agreement will be month-to-month due to the anticipated completion of the Idaho Falls Police Complex.
It was then moved by Councilor Freeman, seconded by Councilor Francis, that council move into Executive Sessions
(at 5:43 p.m.). The Executive Sessions are being called pursuant to the provisions of Idaho Code Section 74-206(1)(b)
to consider the evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against, a public
officer, employee, staff member or individual agent; and Idaho Code Section 74-206(1)(c) to acquire an interest in
real property which is not owned by a public agency. The Executive Sessions will be held in the City Annex
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Conference Room. At the conclusion of the Executive Sessions, the Council will not reconvene. The motion carried
by the following vote: Aye – Councilors Burtenshaw, Hally, Dingman, Radford, Freeman, Francis. Nay – none.
The City Council of the City of Idaho Falls met in Executive Sessions, Monday, June 27, 2022 in the City Annex
Conference Room in the City Annex Building located at 680 Park Avenue in Idaho Falls, Idaho at 5:47 p.m.
There were present:
Mayor Rebecca L. Noah Casper
Council President Michelle Ziel-Dingman
Councilor John Radford
Councilor Lisa Burtenshaw
Councilor Jim Freeman
Councilor Jim Francis
Councilor Thomas Hally
Also present:
Brad Cramer, Community Development Services Director (via Microsoft Teams)
Kerry Beutler, Community Development Services Assistant Planning Director
Ryan Tew, Human Resources Director
Chris Fredericksen, Public Works Director
Randy Fife, City Attorney
The Executive Sessions were called pursuant to the provisions of Idaho Code Section 74-206(1)(b) to consider the
evaluation, dismissal or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges brought against, a public officer, employee,
staff member or individual agent; and Idaho Code Section 74-206(1)(c) to acquire an interest in real property which
is not owned by a public agency.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:24 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
June 8, 2022
June 7, 2022, Planning Commission Action
Planning Commission took the following action during the June 7, 2022, meeting.
1. PUD21-008: PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT. Terrace Gate Apartments & Barnwood
Estates for the NW ¼ of Section 32, Township 2 North, Range 38 East. Generally located north
of W 17th S, east of Grizzly Ave, south of Pancheri Dr, west of S Skyline Dr. On June 7, 2022,
the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the PUD with the variances as
presented. Voting was 5 in favor and 1 abstained, as that Commissioner was not present during the
entire presentation.
2. PLAT22-016: PRELIMINARY PLAT. East River Townhomes for the SE ¼ of Section 1,
Township 2 North, Range 37 East. Generally located north of W 33rd N, east of the Snake
River, south of Independence Dr, west of N 5th W. On June 7, 2022, the Planning and Zoning
Commission unanimously voted to approve the preliminary plat for East River Townhomes with the
condition that the applicant address the temporary turn-a-round at the end of Progressive Drive.
3. PLAT22-004: FINAL PLAT. Eagle Ridge Division 4 for part of the South ½ of Section 24,
Township 2 North, Range 37 East. Generally located north of S Utah Ave, east of Snake River
Pkwy, south of I-15, west of Pancheri Dr. On June 7, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission
unanimously voted to recommend approval of the final plat to the Mayor and City Council as
presented.
4. PLAT22-013: FINAL PLAT. Caribou Crossing Townhomes of 2.397 Acres in the West ½ of
the SW ¼ of the SW ¼ of Section 16, Township 2 North, Range 38 East. Generally located
north of E 1st St, east of NW Bonneville Dr, south of Garfield St, west of N Woodruff Ave. On
June 7, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval of
the final plat to the Mayor and City Council as presented.
5. PLAT22-015: FINAL PLAT. Loock Subdivision Division 1 for the SW ¼ of Section 16,
Township 2 North, Range 38 East. Generally located north of Kearney St, east of N Woodruff
Ave, south of Lincoln Rd, west of N 25th E. On June 7, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission
unanimously voted to recommend approval of the final plat to the Mayor and City Council as
presented.
6. RZON22-007: REZONE from P, Parks and Open Space to LC, Limited Commercial for Lots
1-3, Block 16 and Lot 1, Block 17, Bel Aire Addition Division 3, 1st Amended. Generally located
north of Wheeler St, east of Pinecrest Golf Course or N Holmes Ave, south of Lincoln Rd, and
west of Vernon Ave. On June 7, 2022, the Planning Commission unanimously voted to recommend
approval of the rezone from P, Parks and Open Space to LC, Limited Commercial to the Mayor and
City Council as presented.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: To receive recommendation(s) from the Planning and Zoning
Commission pursuant to the Local Land Use Planning Act (LLUPA).
Honorable Mayor and Council
Brad Cramer, Community Development Services Director
June 22, 2022
June 21, 2022, Planning Commission Action
Planning Commission took the following action during the June 21, 2022, meeting.
1. ANNX22-008: ANNEXATION/INITIAL ZONING. Annexation of 2.068 acres in SE1/4 of
Section 6, Township 2 North, Range 38 East with an initial zoning I&M, Industrial and
Manufacturing. Generally located north of E 33rd N, east of N 5th W, south of Recycle Rd,
west of N 5th E. On June 21, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously voted to
recommend approval of the annexation with the initial zoning of I&M, Industrial and Manufacturing
to the Mayor and City Council as presented.
2. PLAT22-019: PRELIMINARY PLAT. The Reserve at Snake River Landing for the SW ¼
and NW ¼ of the SE ¼ of Section 26, Township 2 North, Range 37 East. Generally located
north of W Sunnyside Rd, east of Pioneer Rd, south of Event Center Dr, west of Snake River
Parkway. Postponed to August 2, 2022.
3. PUD22-001: PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT. The Reserve at Snake River Landing for the
SW ¼ of the NE ¼ and the NW ¼ of the SE ¼ of Section 26, Township 2 North, Range 37 East.
Generally located north of W Sunnyside Rd, east of Pioneer Rd, south of I15, west of Snake
River Parkway. Postponed to August 2, 2022.
4. PLAT22-014: FINAL PLAT. Edgewater Division 1 in the West ½ of the SW ¼ of the SW ¼ of
Section 16, Township 2 North, Range 38 East. Generally located north of W Sunnyside Rd,
east of Snake River Pkwy, south of Event Center Dr, west of the Snake River. On June 21, 2022,
the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval of the final plat to
the Mayor and City Council as presented.
5. PLAT22-018: FINAL PLAT. Parkway Division 1 for part of the E ½ of Section 26, Township 2
North, Range 38 East. Generally located north of W Sunnyside Dr, east of Pioneer Dr, south of
Event Center Dr, west of Snake River Parkway. On June 21, 2022, the Planning and Zoning
Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval of the final plat to the Mayor and City
Council as presented.
6. PLAT20-025: FINAL PLAT. Taylorview Homes Division 1 for the SE ¼ of Section 31,
Township 2 North, Range 38 East. Generally located north of E 49th S, east of S 5th W, south
of E Sunnyside Road, west of S Holmes Ave. On June 21, 2022, the Planning Commission
unanimously voted to recommend approval of the final plat to the Mayor and City Council as
presented.
7. PLAT21-023: FINAL PLAT. Southpoint Division 12 for the SW ¼ of Section 6, Township 1
North, Range 38 East. Generally located north of W 65th S, east of S 5th W, south of Calistoga
Dr, West of S Holmes Ave. On June 21, 2022, the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously
voted to recommend approval of the final plat to the Mayor and City Council as presented.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: To receive recommendation(s) from the Planning and Zoning
Commission pursuant to the Local Land Use Planning Act (LLUPA).
Idaho Falls Downtown Development Board Meeting held May 3, 2022, at 9:00am in the Arts
Council conference room. Those in attendance: Jake Durtschi, Kevin Cutler, Brandi Newton, Jill
Hansen, Tasha Taylor, Greg Crockett, Chip Langerak, Shanon Taylor, Kevin Josephson, Antonio
Meza, Lisa Farris, Christian Ashcroft, Kade Marquez, Lisa Schultz
Staff – Catherine Smith, Mala Lyon and Juan Hernandez
Thank you to Jake for being our Board President the last 2 years and we welcome Catherine
back as the Executive Director – The new board of director officers are:
• Kevin Cutler President
• Chip Langerak Vice President
• Jill Hansen Secretary
• Brandi Newton Treasurer
• Jacob Durtschi Past President
Kade Marquez - Transit Coordinator for The Greater Idaho Falls Transit (GIFT) - The new micro-
transit program presented and explained the effort will provide high quality transportation for
the public, operating Monday through Saturday, 5 am to 7 pm starting in June with the cost
being $3 per ride one way of accepting exact cash (no change can be given) or card. They will
have seven multi-passenger vehicles that seat 10 or 6 passengers for on-demand rides
scheduled through a smartphone app, online, or by a phone call. The computer system will
then calculate the route so more than 1 person can be picked up in the same area at the same
time. The boundaries are the city limits of Idaho Falls. Boise transit has an average of a 1-hour
bus ride and 2 transfers per ride. The priority will be getting people where they need to be in
the shortest time. If a rider needs help getting from home onto the vehicle the drivers can be
asked to help. Estimated cost is $140,000 per vehicle, driver and gas.
Minutes of the April 5, 2022, meeting reviewed; Jake motioned to accept, Jill seconded; board
approved.
Financial report – Brandi – we are operating at a loss due to high snow removal costs and 2
fundraisers that were canceled so income was not collected; still in a good position. Brandi
motioned to accept; Greg seconded; board approved.
Catherine – beautification expenses – we did not plant Broadway with spring flowers this year
saving us $6,000 but will plant for the summer the first part of June. We have sponsors for 92
flower baskets so far and have 100 ordered.
Springbrew is Saturday May 14th from 2 – 7pm at the Broadway Plaza; Between Smokin’ Fins
and Lucy’s. Jill has worked with us to get the right electricity hooked up for the stage, DJ and
band. The stage will be on the stairs at the east side and the beer trucks will be along
Memorial. There is no issue to have a large crowd in the Broadway Plaza as it was designed to
hold 300# per square foot.
Summerbrew will be June 25th and we are looking at ordering 100-200 glasses with a
Summerbrew logo that will be sold separately for those that want a complete set of all seasons.
Chip Schawrze of the Chamber of Commerce granted us $5,000 in tourism advertising dollars to
promote our events and is also working on grant money for the downtown brochures.
Taste of Downtown – popular event with the public but has difficult logistics for us. We have
had restaurants that no-show the morning of the event; coordinating and ensuring each
restaurant provides their own tables and pop-up tents has been a challenge. IFDDC has
provided the tables and tents to accommodate that issue and this increases our costs greatly –
it’s not an event we make any income on. Alcohol permits are complicated for this event: if
each bar sells alcohol they have to set up a beer garden and people cannot move out of their
specific beer garden area where they bought their drink. It’s challenging in the setting to keep
people in one area over the other – if we set up our own IFDDC beer garden there are
complaints of undercutting the restaurants or bars on alcohol sales; many restaurants are still
struggling with short staffs. It was suggested that restaurants are required to sign a
commitment letter and pay a fee to have a booth. Some do not have tents and other
equipment to set up a nice display so we might need to help them. Antonio said they need to
understand this is like the Easter Bunny event, you don’t have a lot of sales that day, but people
come back later. This is just a day to sell who you are. Suggestion - have each restaurant set up
outside their own place like a sidewalk sale rather than bringing everyone to one location on a
street.
Last summer a small Merchant Association group tried to get weekly Saturday sidewalk sales
going. Hannah Trost of Handmade Idaho wants to work on that again this summer. We are
also going to encourage shops to stay open late on First Thursdays for the Gallery Walks. This is
bringing a good size crowd downtown and they would like to shop, but few stores are staying
open late for Gallery Walk.
Park Smarter App demo – use the QR code or download app to your phone. First time takes a
little longer to get set up, but then it is easy. It will send you a reminder when you are almost
out of parking time.
We have started the process of collections on parking citations that have not been paid. Once
you receive a citation you have 14 days to pay, then during the next 45 days late fees are added
and 2 notices will be mailed out; then it goes to collections; after 90 days after that letter it is
reported to your credit history. We are using a collection agency out of California. A $25
collection fee is added, and they keep $19. We are not charged until all fees are paid. We have
received permission from the city to tow vehicles when they are on-street, but we go thru the
IFPD to have it towed. We can do towing in the parking lots on our own.
Jake – meeting with Brad Cramer and Mike Kirkham (city attorney) about meters on-street –
the issue to work thru is how to pay for the estimated costs. Do we finance it and the city owns
them and contracts with us? We can only set up a 1-year contract with the city. At the end of
that year if the city could cancel our contract, they would take over the payment left on the
loan. 62 meters was the original plan, but we can use QR code signs and people can pay from
their phone so we can buy fewer meters. Cities have tried the QR code signs only but have had
to go back and install some meters, because not everyone wants to pay with their phone.
Lisa Shultz (Willowtree Gallery) – Spring onto Broadway is May 21st
Chip – Park Avenue water line project – pouring curbs and gutters; A Street and Park
intersection is torn up, but they hope that section will go quickly and then they will pave and
open the 300 block of Park and the intersection before moving onto the 400 block of Park.
Idaho Gives – we have received $500 so far.
New solar light at Capital #2 Lot – using leftover money from 2017 – 2021 grant money; $5,200
to install and then we will move the second meter that is currently at the B Street lot next to
this new light. With the County in the west parking lot on B Street the need for us to have two
meters there is gone, so we can move it easily.
Lisa – public meeting May 12th and we now have $14,000 available for new projects
Meeting was adjourned at 10:30am The next board meeting will be held June 7, 2022
Respectfully submitted - Jill Hansen, secretary and Mala Lyon
WAR BONNET ROUNDUP RODEO ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, June 9, 2022
Recreation Center
11:00 a.m.
Members in Attendance: K. Jones, K. Staten, D. Marshall, P. Holm, C. Horsley, C. Price, R.
Campbell, R. Buchan
Members not in Attendance: J. Newgard, B. Skinner, B. Cranor, D. Sorensen
Call to Order
K. Jones called the meeting to order at 11:05 am.
Approval of Minutes
K. Staten moved to approve the May 26th minutes. D. Marshall seconded. All in favor.
Director Report – P. Holm
• The Shoshone/Bannock Tribe has lowered their sponsorship to $5,000. They want to limit
the drummers and riders this year. Our department will continue conversations with
them and see what they ultimately decide.
• New committee member Brent Robertson will be approved by City Council at the next
council meeting.
Chairman/Production – K. Jones
• K. Jones needs the final count on who is driving the truck in the parade and how many
horses will be needed. D. Marshall volunteered to drive the truck.
• The production layout for the rodeo is complete and the details for the pre-rodeo show
are being wrapped up.
• A representative from a ticketing website wants to do a demo for our committee and they
believe they can do a better job for us than our current Eventbrite system.
Committee Reports
Military Affairs/American Legion – B. Skinner (absent)
Hospitality/Sponsorships – K. Staten
• K. Staten needs the rental requests from committee members a.s.a.p.
• The ticket outlets have been confirmed. Boot Barn, Teton Toyota, Cal Ranch, Vickers, Rec
Center and KJ’s will be participating.
• The website is just about complete.
• C&B is providing a new John Deer tractor for the show.
• The media buy is completed, and we will be reducing radio stations and dropping cable.
Sandhill Media will be our largest advertiser.
• Sponsor update.
• She only received three food caterers’ responses to our RFQ. Cafe Sabor, Blackhawk BBQ,
and North Hi-way submitted menus. She will continue to reach out to area caterers’ to
see if any of them would be able to submit a menu for an event this large.
• The War Bonnet will be advertising for other local rodeos via ads in the program and arena
banners.
Marketing-Advertising/Tickets – P. Holm
• Tickets will be completed and delivered the week of June 13th.
• Billboards will be up June 12th.
Facilities/Grounds & Security – R. Campbell/J. Stephens
• The vendor layout at Sandy Downs is being worked on. He suggested the committee meet
at Sandy Downs for our next meeting so the members can view the progress and make
plans on site.
Media/Emergency Action Plan – B. Cranor (absent)
Youth Rodeo/Family Night – C. Horsley
• A teepee has not been secured thus far for the kid’s area. Committee members suggested
a jump house as an alternative.
• He is waiting to her back from the petting zoo.
• He will reach out to Champ’s Heart regarding pony rides.
Financial Report –C. Price
• Finance will deliver the tickets to the vendors once they receive them next week.
Meeting adjourned at 12:05 p.m.
Next meeting will be June 23, 2022
Recorded by
T. Sessions
Department of Parks and Recreation
CDS - Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG)
Program Year (PY) 2022 Amounts Option A Option B
CDBG Allocation Requested
Worksheet for$424,852
2022 CDBG AAP Activities
2022 and Projects
CDBG Activity/Project Description
Applicant
Public Service 15% Max Allowed ($63,727.80)
Idaho Legal Aid/Idaho Falls Legal Aid to victims of domestic violence. $15,000 $12,000 $10,000
Behavioral Health Crisis Center of East Support in providing medical/treatment for those $20,000 $17,727.80 $18,727.80
Idaho suffering from substance abuse. Medical prof.
wages/treatment.
Eastern Idaho Community Action Legal aid - Grandparents Raising Grandchildren or $6,000 $0 $0
Partners (EICAP) other blood relatives.
College of East Idaho (CEI) Childcare vouchers to assist LMI students with $10,000 $5,000 $5,000
childcare for academic year 22-23.
USDA Summer Food Service Assist with increased food costs for summer food $5000 $5,000 $5,000
Program/New Day Lutheran program K-18 LMI in (3) census tracts.
Trinity United Methodist Ch. Homeless Case Mngt intake/assessment, supplies/facility $44,736 $10,000 $12,000
Day Shelter cleaning, door tender.
Salvation Army, Idaho Falls Case Manager for the Cover of Hope (COH) Program. $20,000 $7,000 $8,000
Intake of LMI clients and assess root causes of
poverty (homelessness/unstable housing,
unemployment/education).
Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen Specific food items not available through the food $15,000 $7,000 $5,000
bank to serve the community and nonprofit
organizations (Haven, Promise Ridge).
Totals Public Service (PS) $135,736 $63,727.80 $63,727.80
Slum/Blight by Area 30% Max Allowed ($127,455.6)
Idaho Falls Downtown Development Façade Improvement Program with façades, signs, $50,000 $38,233.98 $38,233.98
Corp. (IFDDC) awnings, and $1000 for graffiti and vandalism repairs.
Worksheet for 2022 CDBG AAP Activities and Projects
LMI/ Low Moderate Income 70% Minimum ($237,910.82)
City Public Works Dept. For properties in LMI neighborhoods within Highland $250,000 $162,920.22 $162,920.22
Curb/Gutter/Sidewalk Park Subdivision (Phase 4 of 5).
Idaho Falls Sr. Citizen Replacement of security cameras (equipment). $17,000 $0 $0
Habitat for Humanity Idaho Falls Assist with construction of a triplex (3) LMI homes at $75,000 $75,000 $75,000
(H4HIF) Location 1520, 1522, 1524 Elmore Ave.
Totals LMI Direct Benefit $342,000 $237,920.22 $237,920.22
Administration/CDBG 20% of 2022 allocation ($424,852) 1 FT $84,970.4 $84,970 $84,970
CDS/Planning Dept. Salary/benefits supplies/training, prof. srv, and Fair
Housing activities.
Total Amount + Admin $624,468 $424,852 $424,852
2022 CDBG Allocation $424,852
Percentages of allowable categories for projects/activities:
Max allowed Administration 20% or $84,970.4
Max allowed Public Service (PS) 15% or $63,727.8
Max allowed Slum/Blight 30% or $127,455.6
Minimum LMI Direct 70% or more $237,910.82 has to benefit LMI directly
$424,852 - ($84,979.4) = $339,872.6
$339,872.6 (70%) = $237,910.82 the minimum to satisfy the 70% Low Moderate Income (LMI) direct benefit
$339,872.6 - $237,910.82 = $101,961.78 left for PS and Slum/Blight projects
$101,961.78 - $38,233.98 (Slum/Blight) = $63,727.8
$63,727 left for Public Service (PS) Activities
Worksheet for 2022 CDBG AAP Activities and Projects
Suggestions:
Reduce S/B by $11,766.02 to make a total of $63,727.8 for PS and adjust down as needed.
Reasons behind options:
• Highest Priorities - refer to AOI/FHC and current 5 Year Plan Priorities:
Housing, affordable housing, available housing rent/mortgage
• EICAP/GRG - Not identified as a priority
• Sr. Center owned by City - $210,731.4 of CDBG funds allocated from 2010 to 2020 (CV1 and regular CDBG)
Accountability of City or tenants to maintain the facility?
• Trinity allocated $9000 last year. $31,577 of 2020 CV1 and CV3 allocated.
2022 requested $46,000 is ~74% of entire PS allowable amount of ~$63,000.
IFPD - Parade Route No Parking
Resolution
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL
CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, ESTABLISHING TEMPORARY
PARADE NO PARKING ZONES AND AUTHORIZING THE IDAHO FALLS
CHIEF OF POLICE TO PROHIBIT ON-STREET PARKING ALONG A
PARADE ROUTE; AND PROVIDING THAT THIS RESOLUTION BE
EFFECTIVE UPON ITS PASSAGE, APPROVAL, AND PUBLICATION
ACCORDING TO LAW.
WHEREAS, the City has adopted a special event process to approve road closures for parades,
marches, races, walks, and the like; and
WHEREAS, any approved road closure requires the review and approval of the Idaho Falls Chief
of Police; and
WHEREAS, Idaho Falls City Code Section 9-4-15 states that the Council may establish parking
zones upon the streets of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Council desires to authorize the Chief of Police to declare temporary no-parking
zones along roads that are temporarily closed for special events when it is in the judgment of the
Chief of Police to be necessary or in the community’s interest to prohibit on-street parking in a
closed street; and
WHEREAS, under Idaho Falls City Code Section 9-4-16, the Chief of Police is authorized and
required to display signs and inform the public of restricted parking zones within the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the Idaho Falls Chief of Police is authorized to temporarily prohibit or restrict on-
street parking of vehicles along a street, or any part thereof, for an authorized special event.
2. That the Idaho Falls Chief of Police is authorized to prohibit or restrict on-street parking
for a special event for as long a period of time that is in the Chief’s judgment as
necessary or in the community’s interest, provided, however, that no on-street parking
restriction shall begin forty-eight (48) hours prior to the authorized special event or
extend beyond twenty-four (24) hours after the special event.
3. That the Idaho Falls Chief of Police shall notify the public of any temporary parking
restrictions established pursuant to this Resolution by conforming to the requirements
established in the Idaho Falls City Code. In addition, the Chief shall cause the placement
of appropriate parking signs upon the street that shall clearly inform the public of the street
closure and parking prohibition or restriction at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the
street closure. The Chief shall also cause the parking signs to remain throughout the
duration of the street closure. The Chief is also authorized to take whatever additional
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action is necessary, in the Chief’s judgment, to notify the public of the temporary on-street
parking prohibition or restriction.
4. That any prohibition or restriction issued by the Idaho Falls Chief of Police under this
resolution shall be an established City no parking zone that may be enforced pursuant to
parking ordinances established by the Idaho Falls City Code, including the issuance of a
citation for unlawful parking (IFCC § 9-4-20), towing (IFCC § 9-4-11), or both.
ADOPTED and effective this ____ day of June, 2022.
ATTEST: CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO
_________________________ _________________________________
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk Rebecca L. Noah Casper, Ph.D., Mayor
(SEAL)
STATE OF IDAHO )
) ss:
County of Bonneville )
I, KATHY HAMPTON, CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, DO
HEREBY CERTIFY:
That the above and foregoing is a full, true and correct copy of the Resolution
entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A
MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, ESTABLISHING
TEMPORARY PARADE NO PARKING ZONES AND AUTHORIZING THE
IDAHO FALLS CHIEF OF POLICE TO PROHIBIT ON-STREET PARKING
ALONG A PARADE ROUTE; AND PROVIDING THAT THIS RESOLUTION
BE EFFECTIVE UPON ITS PASSAGE, APPROVAL, AND PUBLICATION
ACCORDING TO LAW.”
_______________________________
Kathy Hampton, City Clerk
(SEAL)
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