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680 Park Avenue City Council Meeting Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Minutes Thursday, October 24, 2024, 7:30 PM City Council Chambers 1. Call to Order Present: Council President Burtenshaw, Councilor Radford, Councilor Ziel-Dingman, Councilor Freeman, Councilor Francis; and Councilor Larsen Absent: Mayor Rebecca L Noah Casper Also present: All available Department Directors Micheal Kirkham, City Attorney Corrin Wilde, City Clerk 2. Pledge of Allegiance Lisa Schow, a Senior at Idaho Falls High School led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Public Comment No one appeared. 4. Consent Agenda A. Office of the Mayor 1) Appointments to City Boards, Committees, and Commissions the appointment of Matthew Meehan to serve as a new member of the Idaho Falls Planning & Zoning Commission pursuant to Title 2 Chapter 2 of Idaho Falls City Code. 2) Reappointments to City Boards, Committees and Commissions the reappointment of members serving on Idaho Falls’ Historic Preservation Committee and the Planning & Zoning Commission. Julie Anglesey Reappointment Historic Preservation Committee Tasha Taylor Reappointment Historic Preservation Committee Kim Smith Reappointment Historic Preservation Committee Forrest Ihler Reappointment Planning & Zoning Commission B. Airport 1) Approve the Restrictive Covenant for a portion of Cove Fort Road located on airport property. The Idaho Falls Regional Airport acquired Parcel RPA00007011804 in 2020 to protect approaches to the airport. In 2022, this property acquisition was reimbursed through a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Grant, No. 3-16-0018-057-2022. This grant obligated the land for aeronautical purposes. East River Townhomes Division #1 was approved by the City in September 2023. This development requires the extension of Cove Fort Road from W 33rd N to the existing portion of  680 Park Avenue City Council Meeting Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Minutes Cove Fort Road. This proposed road portion crosses the airport property and is not considered an aeronautical use. To allow this road to be installed/constructed, a release from the aeronautical use obligation is necessary. One piece of this release is to ensure that aviation will not be adversely impacted by future development. The restrictive covenant provides this assurance as required by the FAA. C. Municipal Services 1) Treasurer’s Report for August 2024 For August 2024, cash and investments total $185.9M. Total fiscal year-to-date receipts received and reconciled to the general ledger were reported at $245.1M, which includes revenues of $126.5M for charges for services and taxes and intergovernmental revenues of $83.7M. Total fiscal year-to-date distributions reconciled to the general ledger were reported at $206.7M. This includes salary and benefits of $79.1M and operating costs of $86.7M. D. Public Works 1) Bid Award - Well 13 Upgrades Bids were received and opened for the Well 13 Upgrades project on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. The proposed bid award is to facilitate a contract with the lowest responsive bidder to upgrade Well 13. E. Idaho Falls Power 1) Kleinschmidt Phase IV Relicensing Professional Service Contract - Study Plan Implementation and Reporting - FY2025 City Council approved Kleinschmidt Associates’ original contract on Oct. 28, 2021, following a search of qualifications (SOQ) in 2019 to provide professional services on a year-over-year basis as is allowed by State Statute §67-2320 for relicensing the City’s hydroelectric projects with the Federal Electric Regulatory Commission (FERC). 2025 spending authority includes $75,000 for unforeseen contingencies. F. Office of the City Clerk 1) Minutes from Council Meetings – October 10, 2024 City Council Meeting. 2) License Applications It was moved by Councilor Larsen, seconded by Councilor Francis to approve, accept, or receive all items on the Consent Agenda according to the recommendations presented. The motion was carried by the following vote: Aye – Councilors Freeman, Radford, Burtenshaw, Francis, Dingman, Larsen. Nay – None 5. Regular Agenda A. Public Works 1) Bid Award - Brodbecks Addition Water Line Replacements 2024. On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, bids were received and opened for the Brodbecks Addition Water Line Replacements 2024 project. The purpose of the proposed bid award is to facilitate a contract with the lowest responsive bidder to replace aging water lines within Brodbecks Addition. Director Fredericksen stated that the project was first bid last spring but was rejected due to exceeding the engineering estimate and budget. After fine-tuning, it is now being reconsidered. The proposed work will take place  680 Park Avenue City Council Meeting Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Minutes on 22nd, 23rd, and 24th streets between South Boulevard and Emerson Ave, and also on Lee Ave between 22nd and 24th streets. It will include various roadway removal and replacement tasks, such as curb, gutter, and sidewalk. The low bid of $2,198,644 by Bybee Excavation LLC falls within the project’s budget. Public Works recommends awarding the contract. Costs will be allocated from the Water Division funds and partially from the Street and Wastewater Division. Sufficient funding and budget authority exist for the proposed improvements. It was moved by Councilor Francis, seconded by Councilor Larsen to approve the plans and specifications; award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Bybee Excavation, LLC., in the amount of $2,198,644.00; and give authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the necessary documents. The motion was carried by the following vote: Aye – Councilors Larsen, Francis, Radford, Dingman, Burtenshaw, Freeman. Nay – None 2) Resolution to Adopt a Revised Snow and Ice Control Policies and Procedures Manual The Resolution amends the City of Idaho Falls Snow and Ice Control Policies and Procedures Manual. The policy has been updated to reflect minor changes and to account for newly annexed streets. Director Fredericksen explained that pages 9 and 10 of the Policies and Procedures Manual now include an updated last paragraph to ensure clear notifications for snow removal parking restrictions. The public is directed to text “snow IF” to 38276 or visit the website and click the sign-up button to follow the instructions. He also outlined four changes: Leslie Ave and McNeil Dr have been added to Priority 2 and will be plowed to the outside; South Bellin Rd will change from being plowed outside to one side only; South Capital Ave from one side only to outside; and West 21st St has been added to Priority 2, with the east portion designated to be plowed to the outside. Councilor Francis inquired if we collaborate with Bonneville County on these efforts, to which Director Fredericksen confirmed. Council members expressed their appreciation for the continuous improvements and the efforts of everyone involved. It was moved by Councilor Francis, seconded by Councilor Larsen to adopt the Resolution to revise and update the City of Idaho Falls Snow and Ice Control Policies and Procedures Manual to reflect current snow removal practices. The motion was carried by the following vote: Aye – Councilors Burtenshaw, Larsen, Dingman, Radford, Freeman, Francis. Nay – None RESOLUTION NO. 2024-19 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, REVISING A UNIFORM SNOW AND ICE CONTROL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL AND PROVIDING THAT THIS RESOLUTION BE EFFECTIVE UPON ITS PASSAGE, APPROVAL, AND PUBLICATION ACCORDING TO LAW. B. Community Development Services 1) Quasi-judicial Public Hearing-Rezone from R3A, Residential Mixed Use with the PT, Planned Transition Overlay Zone to LC, Limited Commercial with the PT, Planned Transition Overlay Zone, Zoning Ordinance and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for approximately 1.02 acres in Lot 3, Block 1, Juniper Hills Plaza.  680 Park Avenue City Council Meeting Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Minutes The application for Rezoning approximately 1.02 acres from R3A with PT Overlay Zone to LC with PT Overlay Zone, Zoning Ordinance, and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for approximately 1.02 acres in Lot 3, Block 1, Juniper Hills Plaza. Applicant: Angaline Ji Ling, Hawkins Company LLC. 1260 E 17th Street, Idaho Falls ID, presented a PowerPoint presentation. She provided an overview and History of the Hawkins Company. Ms. Ling then provided an overview of the project. The 1.02-acre land located at the southwest corner of E 17th St and Jeppson Ave is proposed for an LC zoning change. This change aligns with the Comprehensive Plan by supporting its vision for balanced and sustainable growth, as well as improved land use efficiency. The request is to approve the rezone from R3A, Residential mixed-use with PT Overlay, to LC, Limited Commercial with PT Overlay. Slide – 8 Ariel view of the property. Ms. Ling provided a timeline, she says that the Development Inquiry Meeting with the City was held on July 24, followed by the Neighborhood Meeting on August 15. The Rezone Application was submitted on August 23. The Planning Commission Public Hearing was scheduled for October 1, and the City Council Hearing - October 24, 2024. Director Sanner presented a staff report, including several photos of the property. He explained that this is a rezoning application for a 1.02-acre property located on 17th Street between St. Clair and Jennie Lee Dr. The proposal is to rezone from R3A with the PT Overlay Zone to LC with the PT Overlay Zone. There is a deceleration lane adjacent to the property on 17th Street, as well as a shared access with Natural Grocers. The surrounding properties are zoned LC to the east and R3A to the east and west, surrounded by commercial properties. The rezone is required because the LC zone has uses more compatible with the applicant's project. This area is designated as a mixed-use center and corridor according to the Transect, which aligns with both LC and R3 zoning under the comprehensive plan. The property is currently vacant, and the rezone will facilitate infill development. The PT Overlay along 17th Street aims to transition residential properties into commercial ones, given 17th Street's status as a major arterial road. The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed this item on October 1, 2024, and unanimously recommended approval of the zone change from R3A with the PT Overlay Zone to LC with the PT Overlay Zone to the Mayor and City Council. Councilor Radford inquired about the access to the building directly to the south and how it would be reached. Director Sanner explained that there is a shared access point from the Natural Grocers for accessing the commercial business. Council President Burtenshaw closed the hearing and opened it for Council deliberation. Councilor Radford supports this zoning change. Francis emphasized that the key factor for him is ensuring this rezone does not impact anyone expecting the area to remain residential. He stressed the importance of considering the surrounding community when changing zoning. Since this area is already commercial, we are encouraging further commercial development, and therefore, he supports the rezoning.  680 Park Avenue City Council Meeting Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Minutes It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Larsen to approve the Ordinance Rezoning approximately 1.02 acres in Lot 3, Block 1, Juniper Hills Plaza from R3A, Residential Mixed Use with the PT, Planned Transition Overlay Zone to LC, Limited Commercial with the PT, Planned Transition Overlay Zone, 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 was carried by the following vote: Aye – Councilors Francis, Dingman, Freeman, Larsen, Radford, Burtenshaw. Nay -None. At the request of Council President Burtenshaw, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only: ORDINANCE NO. 3591 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE REZONING OF APPROXIMATELY 1.02 ACRES AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 1 OF THIS ORDINANCE FROM R3A, RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE WITH PT, PLANNED TRANSITION OVERLAY ZONE TO LC, LIMITED COMMERCIAL WITH PT, PLANNED TRANSITION OVERLAY ZONE; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Larsen to approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Rezone from R3A with the PT Overlay Zone to LC with the PT Overlay Zone and give authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the necessary documents. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye – Councilors Dingman, Burtenshaw, Francis, Freeman, Larsen, Radford. Nay -None. 2) Legislative Public Hearing-Part 1 of 2 of the Annexation and Initial Zoning-Annexation Ordinance and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for approximately 0.503 acres beginning at the center ¼ of Section 26, Township 2 North, Range 37 East. The application for annexation and initial zoning of LC, Limited Commercial with the Controlled Development Airport Overlay Zone, includes the Annexation Ordinance and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for approximately 0.503 acres beginning at the center ¼ of Section 26, Township 2 North, Range 37 East. Director Sanner explained that the property, owned by Ball Ventures, was inadvertently excluded from an annexation in October 2022. This thin strip of land is located west of the Snake River Parkway, east of the Mountain America Credit Union, and south of Sunnyside Rd. The property owner seeks annexation with an LC zone within the Controlled Development Airport Overlay zone. On October 1, 2024, the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the annexation and initial zoning of LC with the Controlled Development Airport Overlay Zone to the Mayor and City Council. Council President Burtenshaw invited public testimony, but no one came forward. She then closed the hearing and asked the Council members to deliberate. The Council had no comments for deliberation. It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Larsen to approve the Ordinance annexing approximately 0.503 acres beginning at the center ¼ of Section 26, Township 2, North, Range 37 East; assign a Comprehensive Plan Designation of “Mixed-Use Centers and Corridors;” and under a suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings, request that it be read by title and  680 Park Avenue City Council Meeting Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Minutes published by summary. The motion was carried by the following vote: Aye – Councilors Larsen, Radford, Francis, Dingman, Burtenshaw, Freeman. Nay -None. At the request of Council President Burtenshaw, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only: ORDIANCE NO. 3592 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 0.503 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 Larsen to approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation of approximately 0.503 acres beginning at the center ¼ of Section 26, Township 2 North, Range 37 East and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. The motion was carried by the following vote: Aye – Councilors Freeman, Radford, Burtenshaw, Francis, Dingman, Larsen. Nay -None. 3) Legislative Public Hearing-Part 2 of the Annexation and Initial Zoning of LC, Limited Commercial with the Controlled Development Airport Overlay Zone, Initial Zoning Ordinance and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for approximately 0.503 acres beginning at the center ¼ of Section 26, Township 2 North, Range 37 East. It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Larsen to approve the Ordinance 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 was carried by the following vote: Aye – Councilors Larsen, Francis, Radford, Dingman, Burtenshaw, Freeman. Nay - None. At the request of Council President Burtenshaw, the City Clerk read the ordinance by title only: ORDIANCE NO. 3593 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF IDAHO; PROVIDING FOR THE INITIAL ZONING OF APPROXIMATELY 0.503 ACRES DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A OF THIS ORDINANCE AS LC, LIMITED COMMERCIAL WITH CONTROLLED DEVELOPMENT AIRPORT OVERLAY ZONE; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, PUBLICATION BY SUMMARY, AND ESTABLISHING EFFECTIVE DATE. It was moved by Councilor Radford, seconded by Councilor Larsen 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 was carried by the following vote: Aye – Councilors Burtenshaw, Larsen, Dingman, Radford, Freeman, Francis. Nay - None.  680 Park Avenue City Council Meeting Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Minutes 6. Announcements Real Heroes Trunk or Treat this Saturday at 4 P.M. Free rides to the event at the Court House are available through GIFT. The City Council Work Session will take place on Tuesday, November 12th. On November 2nd, the Idaho Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Latin Committee, is hosting a Day of the Dead cultural event at the Willard Art Center. This is a free community event. 7. Adjournment. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:07 PM. s/ Corrin Wilde s/Rebecca L. Noah Casper Corrin Wilde, City Clerk Rebecca L. Noah Casper, Mayor +