City Council Regular Meeting

CITY OF STAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 19, 2006 Pre-Council - The Pre-Council meeting began at 6:00 pm with Mayor Mitchell introducing Steve Chandler and Bill Dial from Custom Pool and Patio, and Billie Brandesconie from the YMCA. Discussion was held on the proposed swimming pool for Blake Haven Park. It was felt the suggested pool could be lengthened to accommodate lap lanes; it needs to be multi-useable; and can accommodate swim lessons. It should have some sort of water toys and have a large enough deck area to accommodate socializing. There is less liability without a diving board. The pools focus should be more on recreational use for the community rather than for competitive use. Whether the pool would be enclosed depends on City financing and it could be done later. It was pointed out that public pools do not usually pay for themselves, they loose money. The Mayor stated they would like to get more information from the YMCA and would follow up with them. Regular Meeting: The regular meeting of the Star City Council was held at 7:00 pm on September 19, 2006 at the Star Fire Station in Star, Idaho. Mayor Nathan Mitchell called the meeting to order and all stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call: Councilmen Chad Bell, Tom Erlebach, Dustin Christopherson, and Councilwoman Tammy McDaniel were all present. Approval of Agenda: Bell moved to amend the Agenda, adding item 7E License Agreement with Drainage District No. 2, McDaniel seconded the motion. All aye: motion carried. Consent Agenda: Bell moved to approve the Consent Agenda, Erlebach seconded the motion. The Consent Agenda consisted of September 5, 2006 Regular Meeting Minutes, Resolution No. 2006-08 ACCEM All Hazards Mitigation Plan, Findings of Fact & Conclusion of Law for Martin Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment/Rezone, Kastera Development – Amended Preliminary Plat, and Fiore Springs Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment/Annexation/Zone, and EZ-Entrees Liquor License. All aye: motion carried. Public Input: Law Enforcement Report: Deputy Ramage passed out the Sheriff’s report for August. He reminded everyone to lock up – it keeps the honest ones honest. The majority of reports are located along Highway 44. The Mayor noted that crime numbers are down and this is testimony to our officers’ presence in the community. Public: Mary Ann Saunders, 2230 Schreiner Lane, Star, stated she appreciated the sound system and asked if they would put one on the podium. She asked if there were plans to 1 put lights in the City park, especially around the tot lot, as this would deter illegal activity. The Mayor stated there is money in the budget for more lighting and the park would be considered. Bell pointed out there is less lighting in the park because it closes at sunset; obviously not everyone is observing the closure time. Public Hearings: Republic Storage Conditional Use Permit: Mayor Mitchell reviewed the procedures for public hearings. The Mayor declared the public hearing for Republic Storage open and asked the Council if they had any conflicts of interest or exparte contact. Hearing none the Mayor asked the applicant to speak. Applicant – Dick Phillips, 3065 Whitepass Drive, Eagle, stated they are requesting a conditional use for a storage facility and feels this is an adequate use for the property. The conceptual plan is to have a shopping center on the west and east sides later. There will be a wrought iron fence with trees, the roofs will be all white, and will have river stone and rock frontage on the building. Christopherson ask Phillips to describe the security measures. Phillips explained the security gate will use a code to get in and out, the office manager will live on site, it will all be fenced; individual codes to get into each individual unit; motion cameras at the end of all lanes; it will be well lit with down tone and soft light; and the managers will do daily check of the facilities. He stated they would like to have someone there 24 hours a day, but with this kind of security it is not always necessary. McDaniel asked how many parking spaces will be in front of the facility before entering. Phillips stated there will be 5 spaces in front. Erlebach asked about the area for snow removal. Phillips stated it will flow to the center of the drive to the back. Staff – Mammone stated there was an additional letter received from DEQ and it is before the Council. Mayor Mitchell asked for public input. Bonnie Laraway, 8885 W. Highway 44, Star, stated they are not opposed to this application but had some questions. She was wondering if there will be a turn lane off Highway 44 into this property; how big the sign is; will it have lights; and wondered about the landscaping. Betty Barrett, 8887 W. Highway 44, Star, stated she lives across from this development and is wondering if the plan is to reduce the speed limits and put in a turning lane on Highway 44. She asked if this facility will be for large trailers and RV’s; how long will the site be lit; could access hours at night be reduced; is there a residence on site, how 2 many units will there be; how far off the street is the access; and will truck traffic to the gravel pit be allowed to continue access on this road? Mary Ann Saunders, 2230 Schreiner Lane, Star, asked for clarification on the number, size and maturity of trees for landscaping; if the river rock frontage would cover partial or all of the building; and what the standard for vehicle trips per unit was. Rebuttal – Dick Phillips stated access will be off the existing road used by the gravel trucks; there is a 30 foot proposed easement off the front; the landscape strip is 25 feet and there is 30 feet behind for landscaping inside. Traffic for this type of development is considered low and will change when they get a stop light at Plummer Road. The sign is typically 8 X 10 or 8 X 12, low illumination, low glare, with color lenses inside, and the parameter is solid metal. The owner has told them the gravel permit ends in a couple of years which will end the gravel truck traffic. The landscaping will meet or exceed City Code requirements. The entire south end of the building and house will be stone. They are planning on covered RV storage in the back. In regards to speed they would love to see it reduced, but have no idea what ITD plans. The Mayor pointed out Highway 44 is currently considered a type 4 highway and the City is challenging ITD to make it a type 3, which would give back control to the City. In regards to the number of vehicle trips, this type of development is considered to generate one of the lowest counts. Christopherson asked if the sign will be lit from the inside. Phillips stated it would be, and it will meet the City’s sign guidelines. Bell asked if all trailer and RV parking will be under roof. Phillips stated there will be some outside that will be screened and toward the back. Phillips stated they do not know the exact number of units there will be, estimating 350 or more, as they are still in the process of designing the facility. The Mayor pointed out they are asking for a use and then will design the number of units. The Mayor declared the public hearing closed and moved to deliberations. Christopherson stated he didn’t see any problems with the application and felt all concerns were addressed. The Mayor pointed out in regard to concerns with traffic, ITD has control and they will condition on ITD’s approval. McDaniel stated that from all the drawings it looks like a nice facility. All her concerns were addressed, feels it will be an asset to the City and she has no problem with it. Bell stated he would like to add a fourth condition that the south side of the building be covered with river stone. He feels this type of facility will have a low traffic impact. 3 Bell moved to approve File #CU 06-01, Conditional Use for Republic Storage with the four conditions of approval, Christopherson seconded the motion. The Mayor asked Bell to clarify whether he intended masonry or river stone. Bell stated he wanted river stone, not masonry because it could become cinder block. All aye: motion carried. Advanced Properties Conditional Use Permit: The Mayor opened the public hearing and asked the Council if they had any conflict of interest or exparte contact. Hearing none, the Mayor asked the applicant to speak. Applicant – Larry Tiernan, 559 N. Catlart Way, Boise, stated he is one of the owners of this two lot subdivision on lot 8 of Estrella Subdivision. They are asking to be allowed to put a 4,000 square foot HVAC service outlet facility with limited retail sales. The property is currently zoned multiple use (MU) and this type of facility is not addressed in the current zoning ordinance. There will be a twelve foot masonry fence along the site, and it will be painted masonry building with a shingle roof. It has a 25 foot cross access to Plummer Road, with an emergency access to the north to Estrella Village. A trash enclosure will be provided on lot 1 behind the building and it will service both lots. Lot 2 will be subject to the CC&R’s of the condominiums of lot 1. It is anticipated to have normal business hours of 8-5. It is anticipated not to have more than three to four employees at a time. The site will have limited retail use. Tiernan stated he felt City Code required too many parking spaces because often there will be no one on site. Erleback stated there is parking required for every 250 square feet and asked what if the use changes, is there room for more parking. Tiernan stated they would have to come back to the Council for approval. Christopherson asked if there would be HVAC equipment on site. Tiernan stated the HVAC contractor will be taking the equipment off site, but may make appointments for someone to come and look at fireplaces. The Mayor reiterated the workmen would be coming to get supplies and then go off site to install. The Mayor clarified there is two ways of looking at the parking issue. The code states two spots for every 250 square feet and that the zoning person can designate for non- designated uses. McDaniel asked if there will be truck delivery. Tiernan stated there would be and believes they would be during normal 8-5 business hours, which the Council could make a condition. Erlebach asked if service trucks would be parked outside at night. Tiernan stated they would be parked inside. McDaniel asked for file number clarification as this file has the name number as the previous one. Staff stated this file should be CU 06-02. Staff stated he had nothing more to add, but there was an additional letter received from DEQ and it is before the Council. 4 Mayor Mitchell asked for public input. Tia Frisk, 10114 Arrowleaf Court, Star, asked where this building was going to be located. The Mayor explained the location and pointed out it would be completely surrounded by buildings. Frisk asked what design it will take – western, brick, or look like the apartments. Rebuttal – Larry Tiernan stated the building would be standard wood with masonry siding and shingle roof – same material as the apartments to the north. The colors would be compatible with the apartments and surrounding earth tones. The Mayor declared the public hearing closed and moved to deliberations. Erlebach stated he liked the proposal, but would like to see something different on the outside besides masonry. He is in favor of approval. Erlebach moved to approve File # CU 06-02 with the three recommended conditions of approval, Christopherson seconded the motion. All aye: motions carried. Landmark Engineering – Cranston Property Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment/Annexation /Zoning & Montalena Preliminary Plat: Mayor Mitchell explained the two public hearings for the Cranston Property would be combined. The property consists of 80 acres on the southeast corner of Floating Feather and Plummer Roads. The Mayor opened the public hearing and asked the Council if they had any conflict of interest or exparte contact. Bell disclosed he had met with the developer and the Meridian School District regarding the school site but there had been no discussion regarding the annexation or platting. Applicant - Clint Boyle, Landmark Engineering and Planning, 104 9th Avenue South, Nampa, passed out 11 x 17 displays of the project to the Council. Boyle stated they have had discussions with the School District and a letter of intent has been signed with the District for a ten acre school site. Dry Creek will be preserved in its current condition. There will be a multiple use trail along Dry Creek with multiple path connections throughout the project. It is a walkable project with additional open space with trellis’s and seating areas along Dry Creek and other park areas. The city’s Comp Plan indicates a significant growth in Star with 30% being school age; the school will address this growth. The school site is a first step in accomplishing the Comp Plan goal for schools. The path connections internally and externally for future development make it walkable. Economic development is encouraged with a school in a neighborhood. The Comp Plan encourages public amenities, open space, walk ways, and bike ways. This project has several park areas, as well as the school being open after school for public use. There is a vineyard park with seating and playground at the entry to be a focal point. In the middle open space the largest area will make a large park area, be outside the ditch easement and be landscaped. Utilities will be on site and the Fire Department is comfortable with the layout. They will provide and the school encourages a bike path and trail system as encouraged by the Comp Plan. The School District does not want access from collector 5 roads and this project proposes internal road access through local roads. Boyle passed out a copy of a letter to Mindy Wallace, ACHD, addressing three points of understanding (1) no improvements to Pollard Lane; (2) a crossing will be provided over Dry Creek between phase 2 and phase 3; (3) there will be a street connection between phase 4 and phase 5 in the north portion. The developer has signed a letter with ACHD agreeing to the three stated conditions. In regards to staff concerns with fencing there will be a block wall with stucco columns and berm along Plummer Road and Floating Feather Road. Boyle thanked the School District and staff for working with them and felt this subdivision will be a benefit to the community and asked for approval. Christopherson stated he was glad to see them address connectivity and would like to hear from the School District and ACHD. Erlebach commented on the fact Dry Creek runs year round and it is steep. Boyle replied it did pretty much run year round and they will be taking the banks down and feather over a greater distance; which is one reason the park area is so large. McDaniel asked if there was fencing along Pollard Lane. Boyle stated there would probably be some privacy fencing, but not a block wall. They will provide landscape buffering with fencing and trees. Christopherson asked if anyone from the neighborhood meetings had questions with density. Boyle stated there had been concerns with the density. They asked the community group if they provided a school site would they be okay with R-3 density and the citizens group was okay with the compromise. Christopherson as if they had any neighborhood meetings before the modification with a school site. Boyle replied they had and there had been discussion for a school site and multiple use trails and regarding density and where it should be. The School District said they did not mind higher density next to a school site. Staff – Mammone stated there were additional letters received from Drainage District #2, ACHD, and from Landmark Engineering and they were before the Council. Wendel Bingham, 911 Meridian Road, Meridian, representing the Meridian School District No. 2 stood for questions from the Council. Christopherson stated that in previous discussions, the School District wanted ten acres and this site is nine acres and asked if this would be a full school. Bingham stated the site is 10.8 acres as stated in the letter of intent and this would be a traditional school of 650 students; it would be a full size school. Bell asked that since they have come to an agreement to purchase this school site, would it happen soon. Bingham stated they have a letter of intent with three conditions and two possibly could be met tonight. The agreements in place are sufficient enough for them to say they support approving the development with the school site. 6 McDaniel asked how far out before they get 650 students. Bingham stated they did not know; it usually takes 1800 homes in an area to fill a school. Star Elementary has been growing by 80 students a year. Bruce Mills, ACHD, 3775 Adams Street, Garden City, stood for questions from the Council. Christopherson asked Mills if he was familiar with the three connections stated in the letter. Mills stated he was somewhat familiar. Christopherson stated the first letter from ACHD wanted this decision postponed and now this letter states they approve. Mills stated they feel this still give them inner connectivity. The Mayor stated they have made a decision not to improve Pollard Lane. Mills stated there was concern with the narrow roadway and ditch easement. There is talk of a backage road on Highway 16 and that Pollard Lane as it exists would be offset if extended. They project a north/south road farther east in the future. Mayor Mitchell asked for public input. Steve McDonald, 10385 W. Floating Feather, Star, stated that at the neighborhood meeting there was discussion regarding water, a storage pond, and maintenance of a feeder ditch. They had discussed a berm and trees for landscaping and now they are proposing a solid fence; he would prefer wrought iron or rail fencing. He asked if all electric will be underground with no power poles to site. It was discussed that the school was three to five years out; will the site be maintained until the school is built. George Nicol was not present. Tia Frisk, 10114 Arrowleaf Court, Star, stated she felt good about the proposed school site. She wanted to know if they would be improving the existing road as it isn’t safe for kids to walk along. Sam Rosti, 1460 N. Pollard, Star, stated he has the farm to the east of the property. This will be quite a change to the whole area. Basically agriculture will go out of the area because it is so close to town. He feels an R-3 zone is appropriate, as it seems to be growing faster to the east then south. He believes this plan is good and includes alot of different home sizes. Rosti pointed out that this is Drainage District No. 2 not Dry Creek. He stated this property is not far from town and feels it is a better use of City infrastructure and is not too dense at R-3. Mary Ann Saunders, 2230 Schreiner Lane, Star, stated she has met with the developer and approves of the school site. She had understood the site would be partially donated and asked what percent would be. She approves of the paths and the landscaping. Saunders stated she has concerns with traffic density and feels this property should stay low density. She would like to see what the letter from ACHD says. 7 Mike Moyle, 480 N. Plummer Road, Star, stated he wondered what the School District is paying for the site. He questioned why the ten acre school site is included in the density; if taken out the density would go down. He encouraged the Council to go to 210 lots not 240. He asked if there would be a berm on Pollard Lane. He would like to see high end homes around their pond and feels it will be hard to do with higher density neighbors. He would be okay with R-3 zoning on 70 acres but not on 80 acres which includes the school site. Steve Young, 906 N. Pollard Lane, Star, stated his ten acres butts up against this property and he felt the developer accepted input. He would like a better idea of the landscaping along Pollard Lane. Young stated he felt R-3 is the right density for this area; that lower density would not be viable. Rebuttal – Clint Boyle pointed out that many of the Comp Plan policies support this plan. The cost of land in Star has escalated, which makes it difficult for low density. The ditch company across the road has agreed to help maintain the ditches. Undeveloped phases may be farmed and maintenance of the school site will be addressed with the agreement with the School District. In regards to fencing he pointed out that this type of wall is not cheap, it is at least four times more than vinyl, and fits the theme of the neighborhood they are creating. The fence height will meet ordinance requirements. The development will be improving roads with sidewalks, curb and gutter, and widening the roadway. Internal roads promote walkability and connectivity; they will make complete internal circulation to the school. They will have stub roads to the neighboring property to use internal circulation to the school. Developer is proposing 80 plus trees to be planted along Pollard Lane of 1 ½ to 2 inch caliper to give a nice look and block views. This property is close to downtown, roughly one mile from the core. They will have easy access for the busses to the school. He believes they meet the components of the Comp Plan. Mayor Mitchell asked Wendel Bingham to discuss the agreement. Bingham stated that there is a substantial donation component in the agreement, but he is not allowed to discuss it in any more detail. When the agreement is culminated, it will become public knowledge. Density makes funding more feasible for the School District. It is easy to get a donation with a 600 acre site; under 300 acres it becomes difficult. They try to work with developing communities to acquire school sites, but they can not demand a donation. Erlebach asked Boyle to address the drainage ponds. Boyle pointed out that the development will have a pressurized irrigation system. Mr. McDonald is concerned with the continuation of the current irrigation system and how it will be maintained. Mayor Mitchell stated he would like to see in the agreement with the ditch company how it will be maintained by Foothill Ditch. Erlebach asked if they will have retention ponds. Boyle stated they will have to maintain run off with drainage areas, which are not drawn out yet. The Mayor asked if they were proposing swales. Boyle stated they will do curb, gutter and sidewalks. ACHD is going away from swales. 8 Erlebach asked if the application is approved, has there been any talk of what they will do with the property if the School District backs out. Boyle stated they could provide a school backup with the Council that if not a school site it would become open space for the community. There is now 14% open space, adding the school site would mean more than 20 %. The Mayor stated they could condition on approval that it would become open space. Boyle stated that with the Letter of Intent with the School District they are confident it will become a school site. Mayor Mitchell addressed Mr. Moyle’s calculation of density by pointing out they use gross density because of several court cases that have taken place requiring this method. Mayor Mitchell declared the public hearing closed and moved to deliberations. The Mayor reiterated the first question is whether to amend the Comp Plan. McDaniel stated she felt it made sense to make it an R-3 density especially with the school site and feels there is a market for smaller lots with less maintenance. She is comfortable with the comment from ACHD regarding not improving Pollard Lane. She feels they should approve this application. Christopherson pointed out the Comp Plan should be looked at as a whole. The map is only a part and it indicates low density. It is indicative that things change – this site is close to town and should be medium density with R-3 zoning. He feels they should approve to change to medium density. Erlebach stated he believes in a heavier density closer to town. He would like to see bigger lots but there is a demand for smaller houses closer to schools. He is not against approving. Christopherson moved to approve File #CPA-AZ-RZ-06-06 Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Annexation and Zoning, changing the Comp Plan Map to medium density from low density and zoning to R-3, McDaniel seconded the motion. All aye: motion carried. The Mayor stated they now have the preliminary plat application before them. Bell stated he realized a lot of people want large lots, but it is not always feasible and lot size does not always designate the quality of a development. He does not feel this development will hurt the desirability of Moyle’s proposed larger lots. He likes the open space proposed, the walkability and the amenities. His only concern is possibly with some of the smaller lots. He feels they should approve, but would like to add two conditions, that there is a ditch agreement for maintenance and the school site to always remain a public site. 9 Christopherson asked if they should make road connectivity a condition. The Mayor stated they will meet this as part of ACHD’s conditions. The Mayor would like to see an added condition addressing the ditch on the west side of the development. Christopherson moved to approve File #PP-06-11 Preliminary Plat Application for Montelena Subdivision with conditions one through thirteen and adding the school site to perpetually be a public site, and there be a license agreement with Foothills Ditch to maintain the ditch on the west side of the road, Bell seconded the motion. All aye: motion carried. Mayor Mitchell called a five minute recess at 9:45 pm. Campbell Property – Annexation/Zoning and Castillo Preliminary Plat: Mayor Mitchell explained the two public hearings for the Campbell Property would be combined. The Mayor opened the public hearing and asked the Council if they had any conflict of interest or exparte contact. Hearing none, the Mayor asked the applicant to speak. Todd Campbell, 2321 W. Preston Street, Eagle, stated they are presenting a 51 residential lots plat in an R-3 zone with a net density of 2.73. Lot sizes will range from 8,000 to 12,000 square feet. They did meet with the neighbors in December of 2005. From the original proposal they have added a centralized park and lost some lots. They are proposing detached sidewalks and a water feature entryway. The overall theme will be nice. Bell asked if they are requesting an R-3 density as their paperwork states R-4 and is the density 2.73. Campbell stated yes, they are requesting R-3 and density is 2.73. Bell asked if the park will be a subdivision park maintained by the Homeowners Association. Campbell replied yes. Bell asked if there were any amenities in the park. Campbell stated there is mainly green open space with no plans for equipment or ball park. McDaniel asked if they held any meetings since December. Campbell stated there were no new meetings with the new plan. Staff - Mammone stated there was no additional correspondence, but he would like to emphasize the good planning of the open space. Mayor Mitchell asked for public input. George Nicol not present. Steve Welton, 9500 W. Broken Arrow, Star, stated his property was north of the project. He asked about access to his property so he would not be land locked. Marie Pecht, 10090 W. Floating Feather, Star, stated her property is west of this project. She attended the meeting in December and is glad to see no tiny lots in the plat. She is concerned with the open ditch along the back of the property; it is not a water feature but 10 a waterway. When they excavate she wants to be sure it is maintained so they get irrigation water. She would like a fence along the ditch for protection. Pecht asked what they are planning along the roadway to the west, as their driveway is the property line. She is not sure they should be annexed yet, should let neighbors chew on the previous annexation. The Mayor pointed out ACHD will require the developer to improve Floating Feather, but not Plummer Road because they do not front it. Pecht stated she is not sure Plummer Road is ready for this development yet. Steve McDonald, 10385 W. Floating Feather Road, Star, stated the ditch runs along the east side of his property and asked how they will maintain it. Improvements along Floating Feather were mentioned and he asked how they will improve along his property. The Mayor pointed out that subdivisions pay to improve their frontage. Improvements to collector streets do not come from impact fees. Homeowners can pay to improve road frontage of their property or possibly ACHD could improve with general funds for short distances. Mary Ann Saunders, 2230 Schreiner Lane, Star, asked what they are planning to do to the north, mow or leave in weeds. She stated that 51 lot equals 510 vehicle trips onto Plummer and Floating Feather Road. Rebuttal - Todd Campbell stated that as part of the license agreement with the ditch company they must maintain water flow. They plan to tile the ditches to keep delivery of the water. They originally had a stub road to the north, but ACHD didn’t want them to cross the ditch. The green space will have trees, be watered, and they will have a wrought iron fence to the east and solid vinyl to the west. They will not be developing until sewer service gets to their property. They will be required to widen Floating Feather. The Mayor asked Bruce Mills if he could verify why ACHD didn’t want connectivity to the north. Campbell said they said it had something to do with a bridge crossing the ditch. Landscaping to the west will have grass and a perimeter fence along the property line. The house on the property will be removed. Erlebach asked if the existing trees will stay. Campbell stated they will keep all they can, but could not guarantee how many. Mayor Mitchell declared the public hearing closed and moved to deliberations. Christopherson stated he feels it is a pretty straight forward application and zoning should be R-3. Christopherson moved to approve File #AZ-06-09 Annexation and Zoning for the Campbell Property with a zoning designation of R-3, Erlebach seconded the motion. All aye: motion carried. Mayor Mitchell stated they now have the question of the preliminary plat. 11 Bell stated he would like added in the conditions that they go back to ACHD and see about getting connectivity to the north back. He realizes they can not force the issue, but would like them to go back and try to get connectivity. Christopherson stated the developer spoke of a parameter fence and he would like to have this added as a condition. The Mayor pointed out the ordinance would require it along Floating Feather, did Christopherson want it required to the north, east, and west. Christopherson stated yes. Erlebach stated the landscape plan did not meet the ordinance requirement. The Mayor stated typically it can be handled in the CC& R’s. Erlebach pointed out there are not any trees in the park. Mayor Mitchell stated they are required every 35 feet in the ordinance. McDaniel stated she felt is was well thought out, well planned, and she liked the park area on the lower side. McDaniel moved to approve File #PP-06-06 Preliminary Plat for Castillo Subdivision with the ten stated conditions, adding condition number eleven to have them go to ACHD to facilitate a discussion for connectivity to the north and adding condition number twelve making sure there is parameter fencing on the north, east and west boundaries also, Christopherson seconded the motion. All aye: motion carried. Ordinance No. 164 Subdivision Text Amendment: Mayor Mitchell declared the public hearing for the Subdivision Text Amendment open. The Mayor explained this ordinance amendment is being proposed to clarify land use development open space language. He then read section 2C and Section 3. Mayor Mitchell asked for public input. Mary Ann Saunders, 2230 Schreiner Lane, Star, asked why they were considering this amendment. The Mayor explained this is not a change; it is a clarification of language. Mayor Mitchell declared the public hearing closed and moved to deliberations. McDaniel moved that pursuant to Idaho Code, Section 50-902 the rule requiring an ordinance to be read on three different days, with one reading to be in full, be dispensed with and that Ordinance No. 164 be considered after reading once by title only, Erlebach seconded the motion. Roll Call: Bell, Erlebach, Christopherson, McDaniel - All aye: motion carried. McDaniel moved to approve Ordinance No. 164 an Ordinance of the City of Star, Idaho, amending the text of the Subdivision Ordinance; amending the title of Section 3-7 Public Sites and Open Spaces; Section C, Open Space for Special Developments; and amending Section D, Open Spaces for Standard Residential Subdivisions; and providing for an effective date, Bell seconded the motion. Roll Call: Bell, Erlebach, Christopherson, McDaniel – All aye: motion carried. 12 New Business: Valley Regional Transportation Monetary Request Discussion/Decision – The Mayor explained that Valley Regional Transportation is requesting $6823.00 from the City of Star to help fund service enhancement. This system is run differently than the system in the past, in that Valley Transit will run the system completely; they are not sourcing out any routes. Ridership should improve due to the increase in traffic. There has been money designated in the budget for this request. Bell pointed out they will now have two trips a day where before they only had one. He feels the program has improved and we need to start somewhere with more promotion to increase ridership. The Mayor stated we could possibly help promote with a mass flyer and through the local paper. Christopherson asked where they will be picking up. Bell stated we could possibly put in a park and ride with grant funding. The Mayor informed everyone they currently have a park and ride at the Christian Church on Star Road. Christopherson stated he agrees with Bell that if we approve the money we need to try and increase ridership. It would be nice to have a couple of pick up points. Erlebach stated he feels public transportation is never profitable, but is in favor of approving the expenditure to support them. Motion by Christopherson to approve the expenditure to Valley Regional Transportation in the amount of $6,823.00, McDaniel seconded the motion. All aye: motion carried. Ordinance No. 165 Fiore Springs Annexation & Zoning – Christopherson moved that pursuant to Idaho Code, Section 50-902 the rule requiring an ordinance to be read on three different days, with one reading to be in full, be dispensed with and that Ordinance No. 165 be considered after reading once by title only, McDaniel seconded the motion. Roll Call: Bell, Erlebach, Christopherson, McDaniel – All aye: motion carried. Christopherson moved to approve Ordinance No. 165 an Ordinance annexing to the City of Star certain real property located in the unincorporated area of Ada County, Idaho, and contiguous to the City of Star, establishing the zoning classification of the annexed property as residential (R-3) of approximately 50.03 acres; directing that certified copies of this ordinance be filed as provided by law; providing for related matters; and providing an effective date, McDaniel seconded the motion. Roll Call: Bell, Erlebach, Christopherson, McDaniel – All aye: motion carried. Ordinance No. 154 Buffer Zones Discussion – The Mayor explained the ordinance was before the Council to see what changes they would like made. It had been previously postponed for comments and none came into City Hall. It is before the Council to decide if they want to pass it or drop it. 13 Christopherson stated he doesn’t feel a need for it. He is not in favor of passing and would like to see it dropped. McDaniel asked if this would provide extra buffering for ten acre parcels. The Mayor replied that was correct. It would create an extra large buffer area if the ten acres were to later be developed. Bell stated he was uncomfortable with it providing extra open space landscaping which no one would maintain when the ten acre parcels are later developed; but he does feel a need for the buffering of ten acre parcels. He felt they should consider amending fencing guidelines but he does not like what is before them. The Mayor stated they needed a motion to deny if the Council so wished as they have already held a public hearing and it was closed. McDaniel agreed that this ordinance is heading down the wrong road. McDaniel moved to deny Ordinance No. 154 Zoning Text Amendment, Bell seconded the motion. Roll Call: Bell, Erlebach, Christopherson, McDaniel – All aye: motion carried. Green LiDAR Project Funding Request – The Mayor explained Boise City Public Works Department is asking the City to participate in a Boise River floodplain data collection project which will use new technology called Green LiDAR. It will gather better flood plain information than FEMA has. They are asking the City to contribute $1,000.00. McDaniel pointed out that this will actually map where water meets underground. Bell asked if they will take these results and redo the flood plain map. The Mayor stated yes, but the City chooses which flood map to use. It would be assumed if they put money into the project they would adopt their map. Bell moved to approve appropriating $1,000.00 for the Boise River Flood Plain Data Collection Project, Christopherson seconded the motion. All aye – motion carried. License Agreement With Drainage District No. 2 – Mayor Mitchell explained this is a standard agreement to have Drainage District # 2 handle drain water from City Hall. Bell moved to direct the Mayor to sign the License Agreement with Drainage District No. 2 for handling runoff and drain water at City Hall, McDaniel seconded the motion. All aye – motion carried. 14 Reports: Staff had nothing to report. Legal Counsel, Paul Fitzer, informed the Council he would not be at the October 3, 2006 meeting as he would be on his honeymoon. Council: - Bell stated he would be attending a Valley Regional Transit meeting tomorrow. - Erlebach stated he has talked to the property owners to the east of City Hall and all of the asbestos has been removed; green light for the Fire Department to burn. - Christopherson said the Economic Development Committee is looking for their next project. They are looking for a marketing message to draw businesses and will be working closely with the Star Chamber of Commerce. They are still looking for grant money for the sign. Sign construction drawings are out to bid. - McDaniel stated she had attended the ACCEM meeting on September 28th. She also attended the joint meeting with ACHD regarding roadway plans. She thanked the Council for allowing her to miss the last couple of meetings due to family emergencies. Mayor Mitchell informed everyone the Comp Plan Review Committee was now meeting twice a month and would be holding an openhouse on October 4th. The Committee is sending out flyers and will put a notice in the newspaper. Review Committee has requested from Ken Firmage a list of priorities from the Economic Development Committee. He attended the joint meeting with ACHD. Blue Print for Good Growth in back in the game with significant changes of tone and attitude. Can expect something back in front of Council to see if they still want to be a part of them Adjournment: McDaniel moved to adjourn the meeting, Christopherson seconded the motion. All aye: motions carried. The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 pm. Respectfully submitted: Approved: ______________________________ _____________________________ Kathleen Hutton, Deputy Clerk Nathan Mitchell, Mayor 15