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CITY OF POCATELLO, IDAHO CITY COUNCIL AGENDA CLARIFICATION MEETING AND REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 17, 2016 CLARIFICATION The City Council Agenda Clarification Meeting was called to MEETING order at 5:31 p.m. by Council President Steve Brown. Council members present were Roger Bray, Jim Johnston, Gary Moore and Michael L. Orr. Mayor Brian Blad and Council member Heidi Adamson were excused. No motions, resolutions, orders, or ordinances were proposed. No vote was taken. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA ITEM NO. 1: The Regular City Council meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL AND by Council President Steve Brown. Council members present were PLEDGE OF Roger Bray, Jim Johnston, Gary Moore and Michael L. Orr. ALLEGIANCE Mayor Brian Blad and Council member Heidi Adamson were excused. Council President Brown led the audience in the pledge of allegiance. AGENDA ITEM NO. 2: The invocation was given by Jason Vesser, Praise Temple of God INVOCATION representative. AGENDA ITEM NO. 3: Council was asked to consider the following business items: CONSENT AGENDA -MINUTES (a) Waive the oral reading of the minutes and approve the minutes from the Clarification and Regular Council meetings of October 20, 2016 and November 3, 2016. -TREASURER’S (b) Treasurer’s Report for October showing cash and investments REPORT as of October 31, 2016 in the amount of $37,469,213.43. -CHILD CARE (c) Confirm the Mayor’s appointment of Laura Thomas to serve as a ADVISORY member of the Child Care Advisory Committee, replacing Kari COMMITTEE Giesbrecht. Ms. Thomas’ term will begin November 18, 2016 and APPOINTMENT will expire December 4, 2017. -CONSTRUCTION (d) Confirm the Mayor’s appointment of Richard Nelson to serve as a BOARD OF APPEALS member of the Construction Board of Appeals and Review, filling a AND REVIEW long-term vacancy. Mr. Nelson’s term will begin November 18, APPOINTMENT 2016 and will expire December 31, 2018. -COUNCIL DECISION (e) Adopt the Council’s decision approving the Final Plat for Martinez -MARTINEZ ESTATES Estates Subdivision, which divides .94 acres into two (2) residential SUBDIVISION lots, zoned Residential Medium Density (RMS) Single Family FINAL PLAT Density, subject to conditions. The proposed subdivision is east of Gathe Road and both lots will have frontage access from Aspen Lane. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2 NOVEMBER 17, 2016 -COUNCIL DECISION (f) Adopt the Council’s decision approving the Final Plat for Juniper -JUNIPER RESERVE Reserve Division One Subdivision, which divides 9.3 acres into 16 DIVISION ONE residential lots, zoned Residential Low Density, subject to FINAL PLAT conditions. The proposed subdivision is east of Stoneridge Drive and has access via Shadowpines Way. A motion was made by Mr. Johnston, seconded by Mr. Bray, to approve the items on the consent agenda. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Johnston, Bray, Moore, Orr and Brown. AGENDA ITEM NO. 4: Mr. Brown announced there were no proclamations. COMMUNICATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS Mr. Brown welcomed Scouts from Boy Scout Troop No. 316 and Boy Scout Venturing Crew No. 363. AGENDA ITEM NO. 5: Mr. Brown reminded the Council of the December 1st Regular CALENDAR Council Meeting at 6:00 p.m.; and the December 8th Study Session at 9:00 a.m. Mr. Brown announced the annual leaf collection continues through December 2nd. Leaves must be placed in compostable bags NOT boxes or plastic bags. Leaves will be picked up on regular collection day; City Creek Recreation Area gates are now closed to motorized access until approximately May 15, 2017; City Offices will be closed November 24th and 25th to observe the Thanksgiving Holiday. Garbage and recycling collection will be one day behind schedule for Thursday and Friday only; the Community Recreation Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, but will be open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 25th; the Holiday Celebration and Lights Parade in Old Town will be Friday, November 25th; the 26th Annual Christmas in the Nighttime Skies fireworks event will be held at the Bannock County Event Center on November 26th beginning at 5:00 p.m.; and the Festival of Trees at Stephens Performing Arts Center runs November 30th through December 3rd. Mr. Brown reminded individuals that the last day to submit a design for the City’s new flag is December 2nd. Visit the website at flag.pocatello.us for more information. AGENDA ITEM NO. 6: Tiago Rodrigues (mailing address: 2901 Trapper Court, Pocatello, REVOCABLE USE ID 83201) has requested a Revocable Use License to: a) plant grass; LICENSE and b) provide minimal landscaping and irrigation; on a 20-foot wide -2901 TRAPPER COURT easement adjacent to his property and located on Lot 19 Block 2 High Country Subdivision belonging to the City of Pocatello, subject to Legal Department review. Mr. Rodrigues will improve this area at his expense. Staff recommended approval of the request subject to the following conditions: 1) the Grantee shall plant, cultivate, irrigate and maintain the property in a manner which will deter the accumulation of trash and weeds upon the property in accordance with applicable Pocatello Municipal Code provisions; 2) prior to any planting, Dig Line shall be contacted for the location of existing utilities; 3) in the event Grantee grades the City’s property in the process of landscaping, Grantee shall submit a plan for review and approval by the City, which plan shall include provisions for sediment, stormwater, and erosion control; 4) the Grantee shall provide public liability insurance coverage in the amount of Idaho Tort Liability Limits (currently $500,000.00) to indemnify the City from any claims which might arise out of the Grantee’s use of the City’s property. Proof of such coverage must be provided annually; failure to do so will result in termination of this License. Grantee agrees to hold the City harmless from any and all claims or damages arising from the use of the City’s property; 5) all improvements made and REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 3 NOVEMBER 17, 2016 maintenance required on said property shall be at Grantee’s expense; 6) Grantee agrees and understands that the use under this License is limited to landscaping improvements and that no temporary or permanent structure of any kind may be placed on the property without prior written permission by the City; and 7) this License is revocable and shall be terminated upon sixty (60) days written notice if it is determined by the Grantor that it is in the City’s best interests that said License should be revoked. Grantee may terminate this License upon sixty (60) days written notice to the City. A motion was made by Mr. Moore, seconded by Mr. Orr, to approve a request by Tiago Rodrigues for a Revocable Use License to plant grass and provide minimal landscaping and irrigation on a 20-foot wide easement adjacent to his property, at Mr. Rodrigues’ expense, located on Lot 19 Block 2 High Country Subdivision belonging to the City of Pocatello, subject to conditions and Legal Department review. In response to a question from Council, Mr. Rodrigues stated he wishes to improve the area and make it more appealing for his family. Mr. Moore’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Moore, Orr, Bray, Johnston and Brown. AGENDA ITEM NO. 7: Council was asked to accept the following recommendations of staff PIGGYBACK BID regarding the purchase of two (2) collection trucks using a piggy- -SANITATION back bid awarded to the City of Idaho Falls from Jackson Group DEPARTMENT Peterbilt. -PURCHASE a) Purchase two (2) 2018 Peterbilt 320 cab/chassis and Labrie TWO PETERBILT Automizer packer body in the amount of $272,455.47 per truck for a CAB/CHASSIS total bid price of $544,910.94; and if accepted -AUTHORIZE b) Authorize the Mayor to sign the necessary documents, subject to MAYOR’S SIGNATURE Legal Department review. Funds for the truck purchase are available in the Sanitation Department’s Fiscal Year 2017 budget. A motion was made by Mr. Bray, seconded by Mr. Johnston, to accept the recommendations of staff and purchase two (2) 2018 Peterbilt 320 cab/chassis and Labrie Automizer packer body in the amount of $272,455.47 per truck for a total bid price of $544,910.94 and authorize the Mayor to sign the necessary documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Bray, Johnston, Moore, Orr and Brown. AGENDA ITEM NO. 8: Council was asked to consider the Police Department’s TRADE AND recommendation and accept the quote from Salt Lake Wholesale PURCHASE OF (Blue Label Glock Dealer for Law Enforcement) for the following FIREARMS-POLICE firearm upgrades: TRADE-IN a) Trade-in 15 older officer duty guns at $300.00 each (total $4,500.00); and PURCHASE b) Purchase 15 new Glock 21 officer duty guns at $474.00 each (total $7,110.00). REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 4 NOVEMBER 17, 2016 Final cost will be $2,610.00. The purchase of new firearms is included in the Police Department’s 2017 Fiscal Year budget. A motion was made by Mr. Orr, seconded by Mr. Moore, to accept the Police Department’s recommendation and accept the quote from Salt Lake Wholesale (Blue Label Glock Dealer for Law Enforcement) for the trade-in of 15 older officer duty guns at $300.00 each (for a total of $4,500.00) and approve the purchase of 15 new Glock 21 officer duty guns at $474.00 each (for a total of $7,110.00) with a final cost of $2,610.00. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Orr, Moore, Bray, Johnston and Brown. AGENDA ITEM NO. 9: This time was set aside to receive public comments regarding the PUBLIC HEARING Portneuf River Vision Study. -PORTNEUF RIVER VISION STUDY Council President Brown opened the public hearing. Hannah Sanger, Science and Environment Division Manager, gave an overview of the concept plan. She reviewed actions taken regarding water quality plans and proposed improvements to the area. Ms. Sanger stated the study began in 2015 with an assessment conducted with the cooperation of the Army Corps of Engineers to analyze conditions, history of the river, flood risk and possible recreation opportunities. She added that a working group consisting of landowners, planners, educators and various community representatives met multiple times and conducted outreach programs and studies. Ms. Sanger expressed that the working group has conducted open houses, education workshops, online presentations and commercials to help educate the public on the vision study. She stated the working group has encouraged the Council to adopt the vision study. In response to questions from Council, Ms. Sanger stated she feels the open houses were well attended. She reported over 500 comments were received regarding the study. Ms. Sanger added that the Army Corps of Engineers has indicated that there are many important issues to consider and evaluate regarding ecosystem health and flood control. She stated that the vision study was an important first step in the modification process. Sue Skinner, 1614 South Fairway Drive, spoke in support of the proposed plan and congratulated the City on the widespread public outreach efforts. She feels the online presentations and forms were easy to understand and were a valuable aspect of the education efforts. Ms. Skinner urged the Council members for continued support and funding to complete the action plan. Mark Dahlquist, 2451 Andrew Street, spoke in support of the proposal and stated he has served on the board of Portneuf Valley Pride since the inception of the group 15 years ago. He stated he has been closely involved in river cleanup efforts and outreach programs. Mr. Dahlquist added that he feels the restoration of the river is a reflection of the community and implementation of the plan would be positive for the community. George Lloyd 2895 Terrace, spoke in favor of adoption of the Vision Study. He stated he has lived here since 2000 and currently serves on the board of Portneuf Valley Pride. Mr. Lloyd added that he feels the proposal would make the river an asset to the community. He stated he feels the community has shown enthusiasm and he hopes the City can find funding sources to make the vision a reality. Grant Thomas, 933 Bryan Road, spoke in support of the plan. He stated he remembers the Portneuf River when it was in its original state before the channel was built. Mr. Thomas feels the river can be restored over time and feels the restoration is a worthwhile endeavor. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5 NOVEMBER 17, 2016 Colton Baxter, 606 South 7th Avenue, spoke in favor of the proposed adoption of the vision plan. He stated he serves in the Biological Science Department at Idaho State University. Mr. Baxter feels the proposal could yield substantial benefits to the health of the valley and the Portneuf River. Eric Pankau, 557 North Johnson Avenue, spoke in support of the proposal. He stated his property borders the river and he feels there is great potential to improve the river and expand recreational opportunities. Nate Houle, 2281 Tonya Lane, spoke in favor of the proposed plan. He stated he is a cross country coach at Idaho State University and feels the community would benefit by adopting the plan to enhance the lives of residents through economic benefits and recreation opportunities. Marjanna Hulet, 353 Washington Avenue, spoke in support of adoption of the vision plan. She stated her father was a great advocate to remove the concrete channel. Ms. Hulet added she has participated in many cleanup and beautification projects and is saddened by the isolated, neglected state the Portneuf River is currently in. She supports efforts to make the river more inviting to fishing and other recreational activities. Marshall Magee, 246 Skyline, spoke in favor of adopting the proposed plan. He stated his father was a proponent for the original construction of the channel and stated many times that support of the project was his biggest regret. Mr. Magee added that adoption of the vision plan could help “right the wrong” that was done to the river many years ago. Art Phelps, 310 South Hayes, spoke in favor of the plan. He feels the river is a real gift to the community and the revitalization of it could give the Portneuf River life again. Jacquee Alvord, Historic Preservation Commission representative, stated she is in favor of adoption of the vision plan. She added that preserving history not only includes preservation of buildings and landmarks, but resources significant to the development of the community. Ms. Alvord shared that she remembers fishing on the banks of the Portneuf River and would like to see that recreation opportunity returned to Pocatello. She added that the City of Boise revitalized the Boise River and now the area serves as the center to many activities. Kaylee Whitworth, 157 Roosevelt Avenue, spoke in favor of the proposed plan. She stated she has participated in river cleanup efforts and feels the area has the potential for recreational activities and tourism. Muriel Roberts, 545 ½ South 19th Avenue, spoke in favor of the proposed plan. She stated the project committee did a wonderful job of involving and educating citizens and urged the Council members to help find funding for the project. Ben Crosby, 655 South 7th Avenue, spoke in favor of adoption of the proposed plan. He stated that he floated the river with his daughter and found that it was difficult to recognize differences along the way. He feels adoption of the vision plan would give the area character and add diversity to the river and become a resource for the community. Graham Meese, 227 North 14th Avenue, spoke in favor of the proposed plan. He is a Masters student in the Geoscience Department of Idaho State University. Mr. Meese feels the plan could increase ecosystem health and serve as a tourist attraction for the community. He feels although a financial investment is required, improvements to the area would increase property values and lead to business growth. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6 NOVEMBER 17, 2016 Brent Marshall, 802 Sheba Street, Chubbuck, spoke in favor of adoption of the proposed plan. He feels the improvements would improve economic development and could act as a center for celebrations and citizen gatherings. Marie Whitworth, 157 Roosevelt Avenue, shared her support for the proposed vision study. She stated she feels upgrades to the river and the surrounding area could bring the community together through recreation opportunities and serve as public gathering areas. Paul Hancock, 2750 Kootenai Street, spoke in favor of the proposed plan. He believes inception of the plan could possibly increase property values. Idaho Lorax, Pocatello citizen, spoke uncommitted to the proposal. He expressed his appreciation for the vision and work on the study. Mr. Lorax expressed his concern regarding wildlife safety and cleanup efforts. Ms. Sanger expressed her appreciation to the citizens who shared their thoughts regarding the vision study. She added that although the inception of the plan would require a significant amount of funding, she feels community support for the plan could indicate positive financial assistance from the public in the future. In response to questions from Council, Ms. Sanger stated that modifications to the concrete channel that could compromise existing flood control have not been considered. She added that additional homes could be included in the FEMA floodplain plan if levees were removed. Mr. Bray added that it is important to remember that the City has recently taken action to acquire an additional 450 acre feet of water to increase the flow in the Portneuf River. Ms. Sanger stated the additional water rights and land acquisition may provide a positive ecological impact. She added that the Army Corps will take those actions into consideration when conducting feasibility studies. Mr. Brown expressed his appreciation for the time and effort provided by City staff and members of the community regarding the vision study. There being no further public comments, Council President Brown closed the public hearing and announced a resolution would be considered at a later date. AGENDA ITEM NO. 10: Idaho Lorax, Pocatello resident, shared his concerns regarding DISCUSSION ITEMS safety, cleanup efforts and ethics issues. There being no further business, Council President Brown adjourned the meeting at 7:12 p.m. APPROVED: BRIAN C. BLAD, MAYOR REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7 NOVEMBER 17, 2016 ATTEST: RUTH E. WHITWORTH, CMC, CITY CLERK PREPARED BY: KONNI R. KENDELL, DEPUTY CLERK