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March 04, 2015
Mayor Richard Woodland
Council Members:
President Sally Smith Jordan Busby
Donna Benfield Jerry Merrill
Christopher Mann Brad Wolfe City Staff:
Stephen Zollinger – City Attorney
Matt Nielson – Finance Officer
John Millar – Public Works Director
Val Christensen – Community Development Director
Scott Johnson – Economic Development Director
Blair Kay – City Clerk
7:00 P.M. City Hall – Pledge to the Flag
Kayen Cramer with troop 47 led the pledge.
Val Christensen said the prayer.
Roll Call of Council Members:
Attending: Council Member Benfield, Council Member Mann, Council Member Merrill, Council
Member Busby, Council Member Wolfe, and Mayor Woodland.
Council President Smith asked to be excused.
Public Comment on non-controversial issues: not scheduled on the agenda (limit 3 minutes):
Janalee Meeker stated she is concerned with vape cigarettes also referred to as e-cigarettes. She
stated there is more issue with the e- cigarettes at the Madison Jr High than the Madison High
School. What do we know about e cigarettes? Some states are pass laws regarding e-cigarettes. The
e-cigarettes came about to help cigarette smokers quit smoking. The vape store in Rexburg will only
sell to adults. She is concerned with the vape stores advertisement. She hopes to stress awareness to
parents; she looks forward to addressing the issue.
Janalee Meeker Letter:
“Did you know that the word, “Vape” was Oxford Dictionary’s word of the year in 2014? According to a
New York Post article this word earned the distinction because one is “thirty times more likely to come across the
word vape [today] than two years ago, and usage has more than doubled in the past year.”
I had never heard of vaping until two weeks ago. I heard from a friend that there was a trend at the high school
with students using e-cigarettes and I thought to myself, “Where are they getting them?” That very afternoon, as I
was driving down Main Street I saw the Vape Shop banner. After making some phone calls I learned that the
e-cigarette issue is much more of a problem at the junior high. And having children attending both schools I felt
compelled to act on behalf of my own family and all families that live in America’s family community.
What do we know about e-cigarettes? There is much debate going on in our country about the risks and benefits
of e-cigarette use. Cities around the country are beginning to pass public e-cigarette ordinances. Some say this is
harmless but from my research I can clearly state, there is much that we don’t know.
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Having said that, this is what I do know:
The industry started as a way to help tobacco cigarette smokers quit smoking but quickly transformed
into a new industry targeting smokers and non-smokers alike.
Adolescents who vape are much more likely to transition to tobacco cigarettes and in fact, one study found
that
43.9 percent of sixth- through 12th-graders who had used e-cigarettes said they intended to light up
conventional cigarettes over the next year
E-Cigarettes are widely marketed to kids and although the Vape Shop in Rexburg has a sign on their
door stating that they will only sell to adults, somehow kids in our community are accessing them.
Finally, based on discussions with my friends and neighbors about this new threat, parents are extremely
uninformed on this and many issues that may have long-term implications for our community.
I understand that the City Council is aware of this issue and is working on a public smoking ordinance. I also
understand that the police are watching and are involved in what is happening in and around the Vape Shop.
With that said, I have a great concern about this threat to our community. The Vape Shop is not hiding in a
back alley but is openly marketing to our community with flags, banners, and an online presence promoting events
such as cloud competitions. If you don’t know what that is, I suggest you look it up!
I have felt for quite a long time that if I just focus on teaching and protecting my own children, that they will be
safe. I have come to see, however, that raising a strong family takes much more than watching out for my own. I
feel impressed to share what I have learned so that other families can become aware, so that a dialogue may begin
amongst families, and that we may work together for the benefit of all. I look forward to further discussion on
this and other issues that impact our children and families.”
Thank you.
Janalee Meeker
673 Johnson St.
Ken Hart with the Rexburg Senior Center would like to thank the City for their support. The
Rexburg Senior Center appreciates the service they receive from the City in picking up the garbage;
water and sewer services and snow removal at no cost to the Senior Center. The City also donates
monthly funds.
Mr. Hart indicated the Vape shop is not the only place selling vape. He said there other 4 to 5 other
places.
Kevin Kerry is concerned with the Rexburg Recreation Department. He received a call at 9 a.m. this
past Saturday to indicate the basketball games were being canceled. He would like to see better
communication between the Rexburg Recreation Department, parents and coaches. There have
been 2 out of 5 basketball games that have been canceled. He said he volunteered to be a coach this
year because he was informed the basketball league wouldn’t start until there was enough coaches.
Mr. Kerry stated some parents will not volunteer to coach, because of the lack of communication.
Presentations:
A. Western Greater Yellowstone Area Consortium update on the Hud Grant:
The City of Rexburg is one of the members of the Western Greater Yellowstone Consortium
which received a grant of $1.5 million in 2012 to support regional planning. The final product
of this joint effort is the Teton View Regional Plan for Sustainable Development, which will be
submitted to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development in May, 2015. The draft
Teton View Plan will be out for public review from February 23 through March 22, 2015.
Compliance Officer Natalie Powell, and Jan Brown with the Fremont County Planning &
Zoning Department reviewed the Hud Grant and the Teton View Plan. …
“What is the Teton View Regional Plan? Over the past three years, the Western Greater Yellowstone
Consortium has focused on what the region shares in common while respecting the varied economic, political and
cultural views of each community. We have accepted the reality of our differing perspectives and believe the Plan
may be stronger and more realistic as a result. The Plan proposes 60 region-wide initiatives and community-scale
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projects that, if implemented, will shape a more prosperous future for our communities. These are paths we can
choose to take separately, but still in parallel to achieve a common purpose.”
“Program Background In 2009, the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) joined the
US Department of Transportation and the Environmental Protection Agency to
form the “Sustainable Communities Partnership” Each Partnership agency designed their federal funding
programs around six “livability principles”:
–Provide more transportation choices
–Provide equitable, affordable housing
–Enhance economic competitiveness
–Support existing communities
–Coordinate policies and leverage investment
–Value communities and neighborhoods”
“The HUD Grant In November 2011, the Consortium was awarded $1.5 million from HUD to conduct a 4-
county, regional planning process under Fremont County’s leadership: • Fremont, Madison, and Teton counties in
ID and Teton County, WY • Cities of Ashton, Driggs, Island Park, Rexburg, St. Anthony, and Victor, ID
and the Town of Jackson, WY • Caribou-Targhee and Bridger-Teton NF, the BLM, & Idaho Department of
Lands • Ashton Community Foundation.”
“How the $1.5 Million Was Spent:
1. $150K Regional Plan and Sustainability Indicators
2. $142K Public Outreach and Participation
3. $100K GY-Framework, Audits and Certification
4. $294K Model Development Code/Teton Valley Code
5. $113K Regional Housing Studies
6. $181K Regional Mobility/Trail Concept Studies
7. $84K Economic Development Studies
8. $96K Teton View Infrastructure Studies
9. $50K Consortium Meetings and Training Events
10. $290K Project Management/Grant Administration”
“Because We Lead Regional Lives The Teton View Plan is designed to help city and county officials and public
land managers better coordinate their land-use planning, resource management and community development efforts
for the region’s long-term benefit. The Plan was written on a four-county, two-state scale because past studies have
shown that our 83,000+ residents actually lead regional lives. We in rural areas: • Live in one county, but
commute to work in another • Travel to shop or visit medical facilities • Travel across state and county lines for
outdoor recreation”
“Guiding Documents • Model Development Code – A menu of voluntary land-use concepts and development
ordinances that a locality may adopt to advance their sustainability goals & objectives • Greater Yellowstone
Framework for Sustainable Development (GY-Framework) – A voluntary, ecosystem-based rating system
designed for local governments • Regional Analysis of Impediments (RAI) – An analysis of identified
impediments to fair housing choice along with recommended actions and metrics to monitor outcomes”
“The Western Greater Yellowstone Consortium is pleased to announce that the Teton View Regional Plan
is now ready for public review. You are receiving this email because you have participated in some aspect of the
HUD-funded planning process over the past three years or have demonstrated interest in this work.”
Jan Brown reviewed the updates regarding the Teton View Regional Plan on the overhead
screen. She indicated the guiding documents are available online.
“The initiatives proposed below apply to one or more small cities that lie within Fremont and Teton
counties, Idaho, including St. Anthony, Ashton, Island Park, Driggs and Victor.”
“The housing surveys performed for the four Teton View counties showed that between 11% and
17% of all occupants consider their homes to be in fair to poor condition, depending on the county.
In Fremont County, where homes are generally older, 30% of the very low-income households have
indicated the need for multiple repairs to make their homes livable. To address this need, a multi-year
Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative (NRI) is being proposed with the Idaho Falls affiliate of
Habitat for Humanity. Habitat completed its first build in Ashton in 2013 and envisions an
ongoing relationship with the community in financing new home construction and "gut" rehabs of
existing homes.”
“Under this initiative, new NRI projects would be launched in both Ashton and St. Anthony
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over the next year, dependent on funding. The focus in St. Anthony would be a 3 x 12-block area
in the West Main Street neighborhood where street improvements are scheduled for 2016. In
addition to a home rehabilitation, several "A Brush with Kindness" volunteer projects are proposed that
would involve exterior painting, landscaping and minor repair of eligible homes. Additional neighborhood
revitalization projects would be designed for other Teton View communities as needs are demonstrated
and funds permit .”
Jan Brown indicated there has been a lot of public input on the http://sustainableyellowstone.org/
web- site. There is a survey available on the website. They hope to have more participation at the
open house, on March 18, 2015, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., at the Madison County Library.
Council Member Busby asked about the number of participants taking the survey. Jan Brown
said the survey has been up for 10 days about 68 people have taken the survey. The survey is
available in other languages.
Council Member Merrill encouraged those attending tonight’s meeting to take the survey.
“Please go to our website at http://sustainableyellowstone.org/ to learn more about the draft Plan, watch an
inspiring video, and take a survey to help the Consortium set its project priorities.”
“We are hosting four open houses in March so members of the public may also become familiar with the Plan
and its 60 potential initiatives and projects. The open houses will be:”
Teton County, Wyoming
March 9, 2015, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Teton County Library, Auditorium Side B
125 Virginian Lane
Jackson, WY 83001
Fremont County
March 12, 2015, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Ashton Community Center Gymnasium
925 Main
Ashton, ID 83420
Madison County
March 18, 2015, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Madison County Library, Community Room
73 North Center
Rexburg, ID 83440
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Teton County, Idaho
March 19, 2015, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Victor Elementary School Auditorium
43 East Center
Victor, ID 83455
“The public will be able to take the survey right on site using either paper or online platforms. We also will
have Spanish-language translators available at each open house, so all residents and guests will be welcome.”
Adventures for All
Region-Wide Initiatives
1. AA.1 Greater Yellowstone Trail Concept Plan
2. AA.2 Economic Potential of Adventure Tourism
3. AA.3 Retrofitting Recreation Facilities for All-Season Use
4. AA.4 Accommodating New Recreation Technologies
5. AA.5 Seasonal Employee Housing in Resort Areas
6. AA.6 Recreation Services Business Network
7. AA.7 Coordinated Marketing to the Geo- and Adventure Traveler
Discussion:
“Please go to our website at http://sustainableyellowstone.org/ to learn more about the draft Plan, watch an
inspiring video, and take a survey to help the Consortium set its project priorities.”
B. 2014 Audit for the City of Rexburg – Brad Reed from Rudd & Company
Brad Reed from Rudd & Company reviewed the 2014 Audit for the City of Rexburg. They test
transaction to insure the process is handled correctly and controls are being followed. You have
controls in place to keep employees honest. The audit went well, there was an increase of money in
the general fund. The City has received a clean report on all of their financial reports.
Council Member Busby said to look into the LID warrants. He would like the City to issue their
own LID warrants instead of selling them. Chief Finance Officer Nielson said they have taken the
stance if the LID warrant is under $150,000.00; it is put out to bid.
Council Member Merrill said implementation of controls with cash being taken at other city
locations has been reviewed. He stated over all the 2014 Audit was good; he thanked Brad Reed for
their service.
Council Member Merrill asked the City Council Members to be diligent when reviewing the city
bills and pay close attention to the receipts.
Chief Finance Office Nielson indicated the financial report is available on the city’s web-site for
all to view.
Mayor Woodland thanked the Finance Department for all their hard work. He especially thanked
city employee Pam Wren for her diligence in keep track of all receipts.
Discussion:
Council Member Busby moved to accept and approve the 2014 Audit for the City of Rexburg;
Council Member Merrill seconded the motion; Mayor Woodland asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Wolfe None
Council Member Benfield
Council Member Mann
Council Member Merrill
Council Member Busby
The motion carried.
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Committee Liaison Assignments for 2015:
A. Council Member Christopher Mann: Golf Board · Emergency Services Board · MYAB
Council Member Mann reported he attended an AIC meeting in Iona. The meeting was very
informative. The meeting covered operating procedures for city council, open meeting laws different
procedures, and reviews of what other Idaho Cities are doing.
The Golf Board met and approved a golf pass donation to the Farmers Merchant Banquet. He
invited all to attend the banquet next Thursday. Teton Lakes opened early this season due to
favorable weather. There has been discussion regarding renaming the Municipal Golf Course. Some
of the names they have come up include Evergreen Golf Course, Rexburg Main Street Golf Course,
Evergreen Park Golf Course, Rexburg’s Family Golf Course, and American’s Family Golf Course.
He asked for feedback from city council, the Chamber of Commerce and other interested parties,
for suggestions on new names for the Municipal Golf Course.
The Emergency Services Board has not met, however; he attended the Life Flight Network open
banquet. The Life Flight Network is a life flight helicopter service stationed at the Rexburg Airport.
They opened up on a Friday with a drill. The drill consisted of two different scenarios; a major
earthquake in Challis and the Palisade Dam Brakes. There were other Emergency Services Boards
from around the area involved in the drill. On their first day of opening there was an accident Life
Flight responded to. They have an annual budget for 1.4 million dollars payroll. Their employees
stay in a mobile home on site. Council Member Mann said he is happy to have them in Rexburg.
The building addition at the Rexburg Fire Station is on schedule for an October 15 opening.
MYAB met this afternoon to plan a Spring Dance. They are going to invite local area high schools
to attend the dance.
B. Council Member Jordan Busby: GIS Oversight · Airport Board · Traffic & Safety
Council Member Busby reported the GIS Oversight Committee did not meet. The Traffic and
Safety Committee will meet next Wednesday. The Airport Board met, about 50% of the apron
design is complete. They are working on studies to show which business would benefit by a larger
airport. They would like to see what type of commerce they would be able to bring in with a bigger
airport.
C. Council Member Donna Benfield: Police · Trails of Madison County · IBC · Teton Flood Museum
Committee
Council Member Benfield reported the Trails of Madison County met; she spoke with Joseph
West who indicated to her they have submitted their Parks and Recreation grant application about
two months ago. He is also working on a CHC Grant for infrastructure in the new bike park. The
grant Mr. West is applying for is for $5,000. She said he hopes to get matching funds from Urban
Renewal. They discussed parking for the Bike Park. There are a couple pieces of land they might be
able to get an easement for parking at the Bike Park.
Teton Flood Museum curator Jill Spenser is pleased the celling was fixed and it looks great.
Council Member Benfield said Jill Spenser would like to see more signage advertising the Flood
Museum. The Children Museum has a new look; it is called at the pond.
Council Member Benfield reported Chief Turman with the Rexburg Police Department is in
Boise, Idaho. He is attending the Chief’s Association meeting. Chief Turman is the president of the
Chief’s Association. Chief Turman is also there to speak in opposition in legalizing medical use of
marijuana in Idaho. The review of the deadly shooting in Rexburg has been completed. City
Attorney Zollinger said the review was very complementary in the manner of how the situation was
handled. It was a sad circumstance, however; the officers handled the situation well.
Council Member Benfield said there is a mobility visioning workshop on Tuesday March 10th
from 2 to 5 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The workshop is regarding a fix bus route system.
She invited all to attend.
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D. Council Member Smith: Legacy Flight Museum · Rexburg Arts Council (Romance Theatre & Tabernacle
Civic Center, Orchestra) · M.E.P.I.
Mayor Woodland said the Romance Theater is doing well they have increased attendance at the
events. He said the windows that were installed look great. Council Member Mann said the Upper
Valley Idol competitions have stated.
E. Council Member Jerry Merrill: School Board · Parks & Recreation · Urban Renewal Agency
Council Member Merrill introduced Chris Moore; he is here representing the Madison Legent
Baseball Association. Council Member Merrill said Mr. Moore contacted him regarding baseball
equipment. BYU-I has donated light poles, lights and a scoreboard to the city. He was asked if the
city would consider donating the equipment to the Madison School District.
Discussion regarding the possible donation of the light poles, lights and scoreboard to the Madison
School District.
Council Member Merrill asked the City Council Members if they are apposed of donating the
baseball equipment to the school district. All City Council Members were in favor of donating the
light poles, lights and scoreboard to the Madison School District.
Council Member Merrill requested an update regarding the baseball fields. City Attorney Zollinger
said they are working on a final agreement that would affectively transfer the ownership of a portion
of land behind the Rexburg Medical Center to the city. The city has budget in conjunction with
urban renewal funds to begin construction on a quad complex. He indicated City Engineer
Davidson has a layout of the quad. The Madison School District would prefer to have half of the
quad built, before the other fields are decommissioned. The School District has run into a delay in
their contract drafting area. They are looking into finalizing the document presentation. City
Attorney Zollinger stated he is optimistic by the end of March there will be a document in hand to
review.
Council Member Merrill reported Parks and Recreation Department is working on the Dam
Marathon. The Urban Renewal Agency is working on the parking issue at the Bike Park. City
Attorney Zollinger informed Council Member Merrill both of the lots adjacent to the Bike Park are
owned by Madison Memorial Hospital. There is a possibility of requesting a temporary easement
from the hospital. Council Member Merrill reviewed the Urban Renewal Agency’s annual report.
The report must be submitted to the sponsoring entity which is the City of Rexburg. He asked all to
review the report.
Council Member Merrill motioned to accept the annual report of the Urban Renewal Agency;
Council Member Mann second the motion. Mayor Woodland asked for a vote.
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Wolfe None
Council Member Benfield
Council Member Mann
Council Member Merrill
Council Member Busby
The motion carried.
F. Council Member Brad Wolfe: Planning & Zoning · Beautification Committee
Council Member Wolfe reported Planning and Zoning met two weeks ago. The meeting was taken
up by discussion regarding a change to the Comprehensive Plan Map. The 3rd West neighborhood
brought a proposal to reduce the density on the Comprehensive Plan Map in their neighborhood
from Moderate to High Residential to Low to Moderate Residential. The neighborhood’s request
covered a large area of the map. They were asked to reduce the area. The City became the applicant
of the change because of the number of people involved. The Comprehensive Plan Map change was
recommended for approval at the Planning and Zoning meeting and will be brought to City Council
for consideration.
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Mayor’s Report:
A. Proclamation 2015 – 01 “IDAHO DAY 2015”
Mayor Woodland asked for a ratification vote for Proclamation 2015 – 01 declaring March 4th as
IDAHO DAY 2015. He asked City Clerk Blair Kay to read the proclamation.
PROCLAMATION TO SUPPORT
“IDAHO DAY”
WHEREAS, Last year the Idaho Legislature established an official “IDAHO DAY” to be observed each
year on March 4th as a special day to educate our citizens about Idaho; and
WHEREAS, this education effort should show Idaho’s culture, her history, her resources, her beauty, and her
greatness; and
WHEREAS, on August 12, 1805, members of the Lewis and Clark expedition were the first white men to
enter what is now Idaho and place the first American flag into Idaho soil; and
WHEREAS, President Abraham Lincoln signed the act creating the Idaho Territory on March 4, 1863; and
WHEREAS, Idaho entered the Union as the 43rd state on July 3, 1890; and
WHEREAS, Idaho is known as the Gem State; Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi -precious stones,
more than any other state; and
WHEREAS, our citizens need to be informed of Idaho’s treasures;
Now, therefore, I, Richard S. Woodland, Mayor of the City of Rexburg, do hereby proclaim March 4th,
2015 as “IDAHO DAY” in the City of Rexburg, and do hereby urge all citizens to spread the word about
Idaho’s history, culture, resources and Idaho’s greatness.
Signed this 25th day of February, 2015.
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Richard S. Woodland, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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Blair D. Kay, CITY CLERK
Council Member Busby moved to ratify Proclamation 2015 – 01 declaring March 4th as IDAHO
DAY 2015; Council Member Benfield seconded the motion; Mayor Woodland asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Wolfe None
Council Member Benfield
Council Member Mann
Council Member Merrill
Council Member Busby
The motion carried.
Public Hearings:
C. 7:30 P.M… RESOLUTION NO. 2015-04 to establish the need to seek Judicial Confirmation
to issue bonds or obligations to upgrade Rexburg’s water facilities.
(State Statute 7-1302. Legislative declaration. The legislature of the state of Idaho determines, finds and declares in connection with this
chapter:(1) An early judicial examination into and determination of the validity of the power of any political subdivision t o issue bonds
or obligations and execute any agreements or security instruments therefor promotes the health, safety and welfare of the peo ple of the
state.)
(State Statute 7-1304. Petition for judicial examination and determination of validity of bond, ob ligation, agreement, or security
instrument -- Facts -- Verification -- Public hearing. … The public hearing shall be conducted at least fourteen (14) days prior to the
adoption of the resolution or ordinance.)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2015-04
BY THE REXBURG CITY COUNCIL:
A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE NEED TO CONSTRUCT AND ACQUIRE WATER
FACILITIES; APPROVING THE PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION
AND ACQUISITION OF SAID FACILITIES; PRESCRIBING AN INSTALLMENT
PURCHASE AND TRUST AGREEMENT AND RELATED DOCUMENTS AS THE MOST
SUITABLE MANNER FOR SECURING CONSTRUCTION AND FINANCING OF SAID
IMPROVEMENTS; AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF JUDICIAL CONFIRMATION
PROCEEDINGS; DIRECTING CITY OFFICIALS TO PROCEED WITH SAID FACILITIES
AND FINANCING THEREOF AND WITH THE FILING OF JUDICIAL CONFIRMATION
PROCEEDINGS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Staff presentation:
City Attorney Zollinger indicated RESOLUTION NO. 2015-04 will be on the City Council
agenda on March 18th, 2015 for passage; we start the process tonight by having public comment. He
said we received a report from Keller Engineering stating the need for the upgrades. We are asking
11.1 million dollars for the upgrades in storage capacity, pumping capacity, and upgrade of some the
delivery systems. There are some areas with sub-standard water delivery in the city. Mayor
Woodland agreed there are areas in the city with poor water delivery.
Written correspondence: - NONE
Public Testimony in favor of the proposal (5 minute limit): - NONE
Public Testimony neutral to the proposal (5 minute limit):
Ken Hart asked if the funds would come from water fees and or property tax. Chief Finance
Officer Nielson stated we would have no need to sell bonds because we have a current offer from
DEQ for a loan up to 11.1 million at 1.75% interest and approximately 8.1% principal forgiveness.
He stated that the consultant Keller Engineering estimated an increase for the average user in water
fees of approximately $6.00; but that we don’t know that number yet because we may choose to pay
some of the costs with our operating reserve.
Public Testimony opposed to the proposal (5 minute limit): - NONE
Mayor Woodland closed the public hearing for deliberations.
Deliberations:
City Attorney Zollinger indicated the public comment remains open for 14 days until the next city
Council meeting.
Items for Consideration:
A. Review Ordinance 942 – verifying times when beer and wine can be sold in the City of
Rexburg and consider repealing Ordinances 341, 343, and 445. Consider BILL 1128 changing
the times when beer and wine can be sold in the City of Rexburg; repealing Ordinances 341,
343, and 445.
BILL 1128
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE 341, 343, 445 and Ordinance 942;
REGULATING THE HOURS FOR THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE, AND
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT
THEREWITH; FIXING THE LICENSE FEE FOR THE RETAIL SALE OF BEER
AND WINE IN THE CITY OF REXBURG; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE.
City Attorney Zollinger stated the State of Idaho a number of years ago changed the statutes
regarding the dates, days and times during which alcohol could be sold. We have some ordinances
still on our books dating back to 1940 regulating the licensing and the sale of alcohol within the city,
we have some as recent as 2005 which is when we removed most of the holiday restrictions, limited
the hours and date restrictions. The ordinance is before City Council tonight to revisit the question
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of when the appropriate times and hours they would allow the sale of alcohol in the City of Rexburg
and what days and/or dates we need to restrict it.
City Attorney Zollinger stated the ordinance prepared for City Council’s consideration reflexes the
least limitations under the state statute, effectively beer and wine anyone licensed to sell alcohol
beverages currently in the City would be allowed to sell them any day of the week from 6 am in the
morning until to 2 am; this is the state’s standard now. The state has removed all holiday restrictions.
The law still states a 1:00 a.m. cut off for liquor buying by the drink consumption, but it allows local
jurstritions to extend it to 2 a.m.; given that currently there are no premises in the City of Rexburg
that sells liquor by the drink, it isn’t relevant. The simplest way to manage the alcohol sales in
Rexburg was to mirror the state statue. He said he is introducing the ordinance for the City
Council’s consideration.
Council Member Merrill questioned if this ordinance only covers beer and wine sales.
City Attorney Zollinger indicated hard liquor by the drink is currently not allowed to be sold in
City of Rexburg. This ordinance would not modify that in any way. The hard liquor sold in the City
of Rexburg is sold through a state liquor store and there hours are regulated through the state
statutes.
Council Member Busby asked if someone was to go to a restaurant that sells beer, they could
purchase beer Monday- Saturday; but not on Sunday. However; on Sunday they could go to a gas
station that sells beer and purchase a six pack of beer.
City Attorney Zollinger said Madison County allows the sale of alcohol on Sunday.
Council Member Busby indicated as he read through Ordinances 341, 343, 445 and Ordinance 942;
it is difficult because you are dealing with a different time than the present. Council Member Busby
said he is worried this ordinance would open the door to allow liquor by the drink. City Attorney
Zollinger said the Rexburg Police Department doesn’t consider a change to Sunday beer and wine
sale to be an impact what soever to the City of Rexburg. The people interested in purchasing beer
and or wine on Sunday are still purchasing the alcohol independent of the city’s ordinance.
Mayor Woodland asked for public comment.
Ben Ashley said he owns three properties in Rexburg. He expressed concern with the City’s
struggle to bring in hotels and restaurants. He said hotels intend to build where there are family
restaurants. These family restaurants tend to build where alcohol can be sold. He asked the City
Council to consider an ordinance that allows restaurants to sell beer and wine on Sunday.
City Attorney Zollinger said this bill has been prepared for the City Council’s consideration; if the
City Council directs staff in a different direction the bill will not be moved forward.
Mrs. Meeker stated just because times are changing doesn’t mean that Rexburg needs to change.
City Attorney Zollinger stated liquor by the drink is not something determined by the City
Council. The City Council could put it to a vote to the constituents, or the people could put together
a petition and create a vote of the people. City Council could not allow liquor by the drink by their
own volition if they desired to.
Council Member Busby said in light of Ordinance 341 being brought by public consent at that
time; he asked if a public hearing was needed. City Attorney Zollinger clarified the early statutes
were not the result of public votes. The Idaho State statute restricted the sale of beer on Sundays,
the city went through a vote to restrict liquor by the drink and then established the parameters under
which the city would allow the sale of beer and wine. He said Rexburg has always allowed beer and
wine consumption.
Discussion regarding the sale of liquor by the drink in different counties and cities in Idaho and how
each city voted.
City Attorney Zollinger indicated ordinance 341 regulating the sale of beer and wine, to the best of
his knowledge was mirroring what the Idaho State statute was at that time. The State of Idaho was
restricting the sale of alcohol on certain holidays, Sundays and certain hours. The City of Rexburg
from time to time has modified the city’s ordinance to chase the state allowances. He said the state
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doesn’t authorize new times; they simple open up the window of time wider. The antidotal
experience has been that the window of time doesn’t create the problems; it’s the management of
establishments. He indicated if the establishment caters to disreputable crowds, they’ll find a way to
create problems for law enforcement. When it’s a family restaurant selling beer and wine whether in
Monday, Wednesday or Sunday, law enforcement hasn’t experienced an uptick in problems.
Council Member Merrill said Rexburg wants to be known as America’s Family Community. He
doesn’t really care what other city are doing with regards to alcohol. He is concerned when people
come to visit Rexburg and they stay at one of Rexburg’s Hotels. The people visiting Rexburg should
be able to go to any restaurants selling beer or wine and order it with their meal. He doesn’t believe
this will open up liquor by the drink. He stated we should be welcoming to people visiting Rexburg
and should want them to experience Rexburg. We shouldn’t lose out on the opportunity for people
visiting to experience Rexburg.
Council Member Mann said some will argue that liquor laws need to be more lax to make us more
welcoming to other people, others will argue for stricter laws to reduce drinking and driving. He said
the laws that are in place now are working and he doesn’t believe in changing the alcohol laws in
Rexburg at this time.
Council Member Wolfe stated it doesn’t make since to exclude certain days and times when
alcohol can be sold. He said he is not a supporter of alcohol; however, he agrees this will have a
positive impact on Rexburg’s economy. He said he heard from other business owners; this is one of
the reasons people won’t stop in Rexburg.
Council Member Benfield said she approves the changes to the ordinance. She said the changes in
the ordinance will not change people’s values. She also agrees this will be good for tourism and the
economy.
City Attorney Zollinger said in simple terms it’s a consolidation of a number of outstanding beer
and wine ordinances with the addition of Sunday alcohol sales. The 1:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. change
doesn’t do anything to the City of Rexburg; because liquor by the drink is not permitted in Rexburg.
Council Member Busby asked if the public could submit public comment. City Attorney Zollinger
said written public comment is acceptable and should be addressed to the City Clerk to give to City
Council. He also cautioned City Council Members when giving induvialidzed comment to make sure
and share their comments with the rest of City Council.
City Attorney Zollinger indicated BILL 1028 will be calendared on March 18th to be considered for
a 1st reading.
Written Comments on Beer and Wine Sales on Sunday:
1. Corey D. Barnard, General Manager Applebee's, Rexburg
975 University Blvd
Rexburg, Idaho 83440
February 10, 2015
Honorable Mayor Richard S Woodland and City Council 35 N 1st East
Rexburg, Idaho 83440
RE: Beer and Wine on Sunday Ordinance Dear Mayor and City Council,
I applaud you for your decision to review the beer and wine sales ordinance on Sunday within the city
limits. The outcome of this decision could lead to an unprecedented increase in goodwill and economic
development for our community.
I respectfully urge you to consider a city ordinance allowing the sale of beer and wine on Sunday. My two
concerns focus on (1) the ability for local restaurants to provide quality guest service consistent with
industry standards (regionally, nationally, and internationally) and (2) increasing tourist and visitation
dollars to our community as a whole.
A small percentage of people in our community and most tourists and visitors to our community are
dismayed and some are very upset that Applebee's cannot sell beer and wine on Sunday.
More than 50% of our Sunday guests who intended to have beer and wine with their meal leave without
eating, some without paying after they ordered food, when they found out that we don't serve beer and
wine on Sunday. Of those guests that stay, many complain that they are unhappy with their dining
experience, due to lack of beer and wine, and vow to never come back to Rexburg.
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One group of guests that are always upset about the absence of beer and wine on Sunday, are the guests
on bus tours that come through Rexburg. Sundays are a regular stop for these bus tours for guests who
are taking part in the Greater Yellowstone Experience. They are mostly Canadian and French guests. They
think it is unbelievable that they cannot have a glass of wine with their pasta. In turn, Applebee's and the
City of Rexburg are perceived as unwelcoming to our guests. Other bus tours will not stop in Rexburg
until we can offer beer and wine on Sunday.
Applebee's loses and there is nothing that we could have done to make these guests happy. Other
restaurant chains understand this issue and choose not to enter into Rexburg for this reason. It is a loss for
our community to have tourists and visitors leaving our area not wanting to come back to Rexburg. There is
absolutely something we (the community) can do about this.
The fulltime enrollment for BYU-I recently surpassed all other institutions of higher education in Idaho, yet
we only have one casual dining restaurant and three hotels supported by any national advertising.
Compare those numbers with Pocatello or Boise; put together, they have hundreds of restaurants and
hotels. Rexburg easily loses five to ten times what we take in (in the hospitality and tourism markets) to
Idaho Falls and Bonneville County due to the limited services available in our city. Recently, Rexburg has
done a great job in attracting development into the "Sakota" property and the area north of town (where the
Super Wal-Mart will be located). Beer and wine sales on Sunday will only strengthen that future
development and help this community begin to take back the tourism and hospitality market from
Bonneville County.
Finally, we can remain true to our wonderful heritage in our city of "America's Family Community" while
being much more welcoming to our visitors and guests and keeping business revenue in Madison County.
Thank you for your time and consideration of this letter as well as your attention to the well being of our
community. It is an honor to operate a successful business in our fine community.
Sincerely,
Corey D. Barnard
General Manager
Applebee's, Rexburg
B. Repeal Ordinance 717 (Flood Plain) by BILL 1129 to add 6 definitions; a section on
recreational vehicles; and a severability section.
BILL 1129
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE 717 BY ADDING SIX DEFINITIONS; A
SECTION FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLES; AND A SEVERABILITY SECTION;
“ESTABLISHING AREAS OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD IDENTIFIED BY THE
FEDERAL INSURANCE DMINISTRATION; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A
PERMIT BEFORE CONSTRUCTION OR DEVELOPMENT BEGINS IN ANY AREA OF
SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD; ESTABLISHING A VARIANCE PROCEDURE; SETTING
FORTH THE PROVISIONS FOR FLOOD HAZARD REDUCTION; PROVIDING FOR
PENALTIES FOR NONCOMPLIANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE
DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE.”
Discussion:
Community Development Christensen indicated he received a letter from the State of Idaho,
stating they had reviewed the flood ordinances in the entire jurisdictions in the State of Idaho. They
found discrepancies in the ordinances in all of the jurisdictions including the City of Rexburg’s. The
State sent the requirements needing to be added to the document. He said there are six definitions
that have changed. The state requirements for recreational vehicles such as motor homes are
included. They want to make sure they are used as motor homes and not tied down with the wheels
removed. There were changes to severability clause. He indicated the definition of free board
requires structures to be built one foot higher than the flood plain.
City Clerk Blair Kay stated that the federal government is re-doing their flood plain regulations.
There was some discussion in staff meeting to defer this until the federal government is done with
their flood plain map modifications; so we can reference the new flood plain map.
Note: “The proposed ordinance will be modified to accept the amendments as adopted for the new flood plain map.”
Community Development Director Christensen said he is waiting for a new map from FEMA to
get back to us with accepting the map changes done by the Army Corp of Engineers. He would still
like to have the City Council’s approval at this time.
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Attorney Zollinger stated that this is purely for introduction tonight.
Council Member Merrill asked if this ordinance will require builders to build a foot higher.
Community Development Director Christensen said this is already required; however, the definition
needed to be more descriptive.
Council Member Wolfe asked about the amendments made to the flood plain maps. Community
Development Director Christensen said the Army Corp completed a new mapping survey of the
Teton River and the flood-way and there are areas that will come out and some that will go in;
however; the vast majority of the properties that are affected are coming out.
Council Member Wolfe asked if that included city and county. Mr. Christensen said it did.
Council Member Merrill commented that it is interesting how people sometimes feel like
ordinances take away their freedom but when we had the flash flood last summer, they asked, “Why
did you let us build where we did?”
Community Development Director Christensen stated that this is the national program for flood
insurance. If you don’t do what they tell you to do or how FEMA wants it done, they can remove
your jurisdiction from the program.
City Attorney Zollinger indicated BILL 1029 will be calendared on the March 18th to be
considered for a 1st reading. The new flood plain map is not completed yet; therefore, when it is
released, the City can adopt the new flood plain map at that time.
Staff Reports:
A. Public Works: – John Millar
1. Approve Chip Seal Bid
Public Works Director Millar presented the chip seal bids with Morgan Paving offering the low
bid for a slurry seal application for $90,870.40. He indicated that the Slurry Seal Type III is the most
cost effective option.
Mayor Woodland asked if the Slurry Seal Type III process was used on Main Street. Public Works
Director Millar said that Micro Seal was used on Main Street. Slurry Seal was used on 7th South.
Council Member Busby asked if the slurry seal is holding up well. Public Works Director Millar
said the slurry seal is holding up well. Council Member Busby said that he liked the slurry seal
because it’s a fast process. Public Works Director Millar agreed the slurry seal is a fast process with
hardly any clean up.
Public Works Director Millar asked for approval to award the bid to Morgan Paving for
$90,870.40.
Council Member Busby moved to approve the low Chip Seal Bid for $90,870.40 from Morgan
Paving; Council Member Wolfe seconded the motion; Mayor Woodland asked for a vote:
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Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Wolfe None
Council Member Benfield
Council Member Mann
Council Member Merrill
Council Member Busby
The motion carried.
Council Member Busby requested to please have the vehicles on the street moved this time
instead of going around them for the slurry seal application.
2. March 3, 2015 Equipment to surplus: 1995 Crane Carrier Garbage Truck No. 16; 1997
Crane Carrier Garbage Truck No. 17; Two (2) military surplus light plants, 1 operable 1 not;
1975 est. military surplus crane; 1996 GMC boom truck No. 46; Plate compactor, operable?
Public Works Director Millar presented a list of equipment to be surplused. One garbage truck will be
scrapped; the other will be sold at Gale Harding’s auction. The other equipment has more repairs needed
than is worth it. The boom truck is 19 years old and getting impossible to get parts for it. There is money in
the budget for a new one.
Council Member Busby said he is concerned with surplusing equipment that is operable. He would like to
keep one military light plant. Mr. Millar said that the diesel one could be operable. Council Member Busby
would like to have it on hand in case it’s needed.
Council Member Busby moved to surplus the equipment discussed with exception of the operable
military surplus light plant; 1995 Crane Carrier Garbage Truck No. 16; 1997 Crane Carrier Garbage
Truck No. 17; One (1) military surplus light plant (not opperable); 1975 est. military surplus crane;
1996 GMC boom truck No. 46; and the plate compactor; Council Member Merrill seconded the
motion; Mayor Woodland asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Wolfe None
Council Member Benfield
Council Member Mann
Council Member Merrill
Council Member Busby
The motion carried.
Public Works Director Millar said the preparation work for Walmart will be starting up and taking
bids. The sewer needs to be installed before ground water is an issue. All other projects are in the
design process.
Council Member Busby said he is concerned with street lights not working properly. He drove the
city at 4:00 a.m. and noticed several street lights not working. Mr. Millar said that they are turned off
at 2:00 a.m… Council Member Busby said that when he came back at 5:00 a.m. they were on so
there must be a ballast problem. He has a list of problem areas and would like to bring it up with
Traffic and Safety. He is still concerned about the one in front of The Ivy because it is too dark
there. Mr. Millar said he may have to hire an electrician to get that done. Public Works Director
Millar asked the Police Department if they could help out with making a list of all the street lights
that are out. They have done a list, but it should probably be done often.
Council Member Busby said he appreciates the cross walk sign on South Second East and also
wanted to thank John and Keith for answering all his questions when he calls them about the
student’s Project Citizen Reports.
B. Finance Department: Matt Nielson
1. Monthly Finance Report
Chief Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the monthly finance report which covers January.
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Chief Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the budget summary report on the overhead screen.
Mayor Woodland questioned the 38% of the Police Departments budget being spent. Mr. Nielson said
it is a little high; typically it is for wages, supplies and other expenses.
Council Member Merrill questioned the revenues are 33% into the budget year, are we waiting for
more funds. Chief Finance Officer Nielson said capital projects aren’t billed until the project is complete,
this will increase the fund in the revenues. The contributed revenues come through the year, for example
the Madison Fire District and others. The funds won’t transfer over until the end of the year. You will
see the funds at year-end adjustments. He said the other big thing for example the water project, there
are millions of dollars budgeted there that may or may not happen.
C. Community Development – Val Christensen
1. Parking in the Infill Redevelopment area Report
Community Development Director Christensen reviewed the parking report for community housing
within the Infill Redevelopment area.
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Discussion:
Community Development Director Christensen indicated he was given direction from City Council to
survey apartment complexes in the Infill Redevelopment Area, to consider lowering the parking requirements
by 20% for standard Community Housing. He said city employee Darrick Farmer and the Rexburg Police
Department surveyed the apartment complexes in the Infill Redevelopment Area. They counted the number
of cars in each parking lot and compared it to the number of units. He said the average is 1.36 cars per unit, if
reduced by 20% it would be 1.6 cars required in the code.
Discussion regarding the date and time the survey was completed.
Community Development Director Christensen indicated a public hearing is needed to change the
Development Code Ordinance 1115 to allow for a 20% reduction in Community Housing Developments.
Council Member Merrill is concerned with reducing parking. He would like to see more data before making
a decision to reduce parking by 20% in Community Housing Developments. Community Development
Director Christensen said some of the parking lots were almost full, because the apartments were built back
when the parking requirements for Community Housing Developments were different. He indicated when
the requirements were changed requiring two parking spaces per unit; you began to see empty spaces. He
said the problem is other units can’t use the parking spaces. He said having two parking spaces per unit didn’t
solve any parking problems that currently exist in other parking lots.
Council Member Mann asked if the public hearing would change the parking requirements in the existing
apartment complexes or does it only change the requirements of future Community Housing Development
complexes. Community Development Director Christensen said it would only change the requirements for
apartment complexes in the Infill Redevelopment Area.
Council Member Benfield asked for more information on parking for all apartment complexes in the Infill
Redevelopment Area to be surveyed, besides the ones already on the list.
Discussion regarding the time and amount of days to complete the survey.
Council Member Wolfe asked if there are problems with the towing and booting in these Community
Housing Development complexes. Community Development Director indicated they don’t see many
problems with towing and booting compared to the single housing apartment complexes.
Council Member Benfield asked if the apartment complexes surveyed use the towing and booting
companies to patrol their parking lots. City Attorney Zollinger indicated the Community Housing
Development complexes in the Infill Redevelopment Area, are using the towing and booting companies.
Community Development Director Christensen indicated they are not counting vacant spaces; they are
counting cars with the number of units.
2. February Building Permit Report
Community Development Director Christensen reviewed the February Building Permit Report.
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Calendared Bills and Tabled Items:
A. LAND USE ACTION – BILLS RECOMMENDED/APPROVED IN A LAND USE
PUBLIC HEARING PROCEDURE: – NONE
B. BILL Introduction:
1. Ordinance 1128 changing the times when beer and wine can be sold in the City of Rexburg;
repealing Ordinances 341, 343, and 445.
City Attorney Zollinger indicated BILL 1028 will be calendared on the March 18th to be considered for a 1st
reading.
2. Ordinance 1129 amending Ordinance 717 (Flood Plain)
City Attorney Zollinger indicated BILL 1029 will be calendared on the March 18th to be considered for a 1st
reading. The new flood plain map is not completed yet; therefore, when it is released, the City can adopt the new flood
plain map at that time.
C. First Reading: Those items which are being introduced for first reading: – NONE
D. Second Reading: Those items which have been first read:
1. Ordinance 1127 Final Assessment Role of LID44.
Discussion:
Council Member Merrill moved to consider Ordinance 1127 second read for the Final
Assessment Role of LID44; Council Member Busby seconded the motion; Mayor Woodland
asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Wolfe None
Council Member Benfield
Council Member Mann
Council Member Merrill
Council Member Busby
The motion carried.
E. Third Reading: Those items which have been second read:
1. Ordinance 1126 creating LID45
Discussion:
Council Member Mann moved to consider Ordinance 1126 approved and third read creating
LID45; Council Member Busby seconded the motion; Mayor Woodland asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Wolfe None
Council Member Benfield
Council Member Mann
Council Member Merrill
Council Member Busby
The motion carried.
Mayor’s Business:
A. Discuss an increase in the Police Force
City Attorney Zollinger indicated the Rexburg Police Department needs to increase its force by
adding three new officers to the current police force. Chief Finance Officer Nielson calculated the
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cost for the three new officers at $270,000 per year. Madison Memorial Hospital will contract for
$120,000.00 to have City Police cover their security. He indicated Madison Memorial Hospital will
enter into a contract with the City of Rexburg for three years.
Council Member Mann asked if the officers would be able to respond to emergency calls. City
Attorney Zollinger said yes; however, the officer would possible be the fourth officer to respond to
an incident.
City Attorney Zollinger said Rexburg Police Officers already spend a significant amount of hours
at Madison Memorial Hospital with patients needing to be tested for DUI’s or waiting for a mental
patient to be transported. He stated the estimated amount of hours range anywhere from 500 to
1000 hours a year.
City Attorney Zollinger asked City Council to approve one officer that will be 100% covered by
the Madison Memorial Hospital contact; however, there is a need for two officers to cover two
shifts. There are 2 to 5 Rexburg Police Officers patrolling the city at any given time. The two new
officers will be needed by October of this year.
Council Member Busby asked if there will be a need to purchase three new patrol vehicles for the
three new police officers. City Attorney Zollinger said yes, there will be a cost for equipment needed
by each officer including a patrol vehicle. Chief Finance Officer Nielson indicated the $270,000
includes the cost for the equipment and patrol vehicles.
Council Member Busby questioned where the funds of the remaining $150,000 dollars will come
from. City Attorney Zollinger stated it will be a combination of tightening budgets, postponing
projects to possible not rotating patrol vehicles as often as needed.
Council Member Busby asked Public Works Director Millar if he still needs to fill a position at the
wastewater plant. Mr. Millar indicated he is still seeking to fill a position at the wastewater plant.
Chief Finance Officer Nielson said he to needs to fill a human resource position next year.
Council Member Mann indicated historical they have been kicking around the issue of not getting
a new police officer when Chief Turman has asked for one.
Council Member Wolfe moved to approve to hire one Rexburg Police Officer now and an
additional two new police officers be given priority for consideration in the upcoming budget
process; Council Member Merrill second the motion.
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Wolfe None
Council Member Benfield
Council Member Mann
Council Member Merrill
Council Member Busby
The motion carried.
Discussion to inform the public regarding e-cigarettes “vape.” The conclusion of the discussion was
to sponsor a town hall meeting on the issue in the near future. Council Member Busby requested a
notice in the city newsletter announcing the town hall meeting.
Consent Calendar: The consent calendar includes items which require formal City Council
Action; however they are typically routine or not of great controversy. Individual Council members
may ask that any specific item be removed from the consent calendar for discussion in greater detail.
Explanatory information is included in the City Council’s agenda packet regarding these items.
A. Minutes from February 18, 2015 meeting
B. Approve the City of Rexburg Bills
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Council Member Mann moved to approve the Consent Calendar and pay the bills; Council
Member Merrill seconded the motion; Mayor Woodland asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Wolfe None
Council Member Benfield
Council Member Mann
Council Member Merrill
Council Member Busby
The motion carried.
City Attorney Zollinger and City Engineer Keith Davidson asked the City Council to go into
executive session to discuss land acquisition.
Council Member Busby moved to go into executive session per Idaho State Statute 67:2345 ) (c)
To conduct deliberations concerning labor negotiations or to acquire an interest in real property
which is not owned by a public agency; (e) To consider preliminary negotiations involving matters
of trade or commerce in which the governing body is in competition with governing bodies in other
states or nations. (f) To communicate with legal counsel for the public agency to discuss the legal
ramifications of and legal options for pending litigation, or controversies not yet being litigated but
imminently likely to be litigated. The mere presence of legal counsel at an executive session does not
satisfy this requirement; Council Member Merrill seconded the motion; Mayor Woodland asked for
a roll call vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Wolfe None
Council Member Benfield
Council Member Mann
Council Member Busby
Council Member Merrill
The motion carried.
Executive Session 10:08 P.M.
Executive Session Ended 10:35 P.M.
Adjourned at 10:35 P.M.
APPROVED:
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Richard S. Woodland, Mayor
Attest:
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Marianna, Deputy City Clerk