HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Minutes - April 17, 20191
Mayor Jerry Merrill
Council Members:
Christopher Mann Jordan Busby
Mikel Walker Tisha Flora
Brad Wolfe Sally Smith
City Staff:
Stephen Zollinger – City Attorney
Matt Nielson – Finance Officer
Keith Davidson – Public Works Director
Val Christensen – Community Development Director
Scott Johnson – Economic Development Director
Deborah Lovejoy – City Clerk
6:30 P.M. City Hall
Council Member Flora said the prayer.
Bridger McCurdy led the pledge.
Roll Call of Council Members:
Attending: Council Member Flora, Council Member Mann, Council Member Busby, Council Member
Walker, Council Member Wolfe, Council President Smith, and Mayor Merrill.
Public Comment: not scheduled on the agenda (limit 3 minutes); issues may be considered for discussion
on a future agenda. Please keep comments on point and respectful. NONE
Mayor Merrill announced that Community Development Director, Val Christensen will be retiring. He
invited everyone in the audience to attend the retirement gathering for Val on Thursday, April 25th at City
Hall from one o’clock to three o’clock in the afternoon. Mr. Christensen has worked for the city for about
20 years. Mayor Merrill expressed his appreciation for Mr. Christensen.
Presentations:
A. Alere Youth Development Juvenile Reintegration Program – Scott Martin
Scott Martin, Founder, President and acting Executive Director for Alere Youth Development Juvenile
Reintegration Program introduced Rob Tonks, Administrator Director for Alere. Mr. Martin thanked the
Mayor and Council for the opportunity to present on the youth development juvenile reintegration
program. The purpose for the presentation is to introduce their group, explain how they are assisting the
youth in the community and to submit a request to City Council. These are all requirements to be able to
apply for a federal grant.
Mr. Martin referred everyone to the group’s web-site that was viewed on the overhead screen. He read
Alere Youth Development Juvenile Reintegration Program’s mission statement “Empowering Idaho Youth
through evidence based programs”. Their emphasis has been substance abuse prevention and working with
the youth that have been involved in the criminal justice system. The group started about three years ago
with a small block grant from the State of Idaho for substance abuse prevention. They have held substance
abuse prevention presentations in local schools, Madison School District being one of them. They have also
worked with the Madison County Coalition. Mellissa Arter has been attending the coalition’s meetings and
representing Alere.
Mr. Martin explained the group has been considering shifting more of their focus on working with the
youth that are involved in the criminal justice system. They have recognized the needs of the youth being
released from state custody. These juveniles have been released back to their homes where they may not
have the best support system. He said sometimes these juveniles are left alone to try to succeed. There is
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strong evidence behind the power of being able to get these juveniles connected with mentors, role models,
and provide connection to social support. One of the programs Alere sponsors would also help the youth
obtain jobs and help with schooling.
Mr. Martin continued to explain once these juveniles are released from state custody and are on probation
or diversion, they will be partnered with mentors. The mentors are college individuals that would be good
examples to them, help them with life skills and service activities
Program Activities
One to one mentoring: mentors build and sustain consistent, meaningful friendships, provide understanding, support, and
wisdom to youth. Mentors facilitate life skills training, advocate for youth, and teach youth how to advocate for themselves.
Community outreach: mentors and staff will connect youth with resources in the community.
Social and service activities: youth and mentors meet together twice a month to connect, socialize, support one another,
and serve the community. Youth build positive friendships and make connections in their community.
Life skills training: youth are provided with important tools for development, such as independent thinking, how to socialize
and form healthy relationships, and how to take action in situations where adults may not be around to help or intervene.
Youth develop competency in the skills that not only are key to success, but have also been found to reduce and prevent substance
use and violence. For more information visit our Life Skills page.
Mr. Martin said they are working with juveniles from Fremont, Madison, and expanding into Bonneville
County. He believes the work they are doing is important to help the youth and communities. In the end
most of the juveniles are young kids that have made poor decisions. The majority of these kids need support
and to be shown different and better options. There is another part of what Alere does; they gather evidence
based data to make sure their programs are effective. He said during the initial interview process with the
youth joining their program one of the questions they ask the youth is “what do they want to be when they
are older?”
Mr. Martin shared a powerful experience with an initial interview they conducted with one of the youth.
The youth didn’t fill out the question “what he wanted to do when he was older?” He said Melissa Arter
mentioned to the youth that he had left that question blank so she asked him and the youth replied go to
college in a soft voice. She instantly encouraged him to go to college. The mentors he is going to be
connected with are in college.
Mr. Martin said the State of Idaho pays several hundred dollars per youth per day that is in custody with
the state. The closest juvenile correctional facility is in St. Anthony, Idaho and they have about 125 beds.
They release about 50 youth per year and if any of the youth released are recommitted the cost returns back
to the state. The Alere program hopes to mitigate and reduce the number of juveniles who are reoffending.
He said they are new to this type of work; however, they are continuing to grow.
Mr. Martin explained the reason they are presenting to City Council tonight is because they are applying for
federal grant funding. One of the requirements for applying for grants is to inform the City Council about
what they are doing and inform them about their programs. They are also requesting financial assistance for
their programs and/or sponsorship for some of their social activities with the youth. They spend about $50
per social activity. He said Alere Youth Development Juvenile Reintegration Program is formally requesting
funding from the city.
Council Member Smith asked if there is a way to donate on their web-site or contact information for the
group’s members. Mr. Martin said there is a way to donate on their web-site; however, they do not have
personal contact information on the web-site. There is an option to get a hold of the group members on the
web-site.
Mayor Merrill indicated the city doesn’t have budget money available to help with funding Alere’s
programs. The city may be able to help with providing a location for some the social activities.
Council Member Flora asked if the juveniles involved in the programs would be able to volunteer for
some of the city’s events. She mentioned the upcoming events such as Cinco de Mayo and May the Fourth
Be With You that the youth could attend or volunteer at these events.
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Mayor Merrill mentioned the youth could volunteer to plant flowers at the Rexburg Days Event on May
15th. The first 100 volunteers will receive a free t-shirt.
Mr. Martin said one of the benefits of involving these youth in the community events could reduce some
of the misperception of the youth on probation and help with reintegration.
B. Present Plaques of Appreciation to Reed Nielsen and Richard Robbins for service on the
Traffic and Safety Committee – Mayor Merrill
Mayor Merrill said Reed Nielsen and Richard Robbins have served on the Traffic and Safety Committee
for several years. He expressed his appreciation for their involvement on the committee.
Committee Liaison Assignments for 2018:
A. Council Member Mann: Golf Board · Emergency Services Board · Development Workshop
Council Member Mann reported the Golf Board met in April to discuss the ADA compliance at the club
house at Teton Lakes. The restrooms are located in the downstairs area which makes it difficult for people
with disabilities to use. They also discussed the condition of the golf course grounds. There are some areas
that need maintenance. He said both of the golf courses are open. There were many people out golfing the
other day when he drove by.
Council Member Mann reported the Emergency Services Board met to review the changes to the
Employee Handbook. There was a lot of compromise between the three entities. He commended the
Emergency Services Board and the city departments involved for a job well done. They need to make sure
they are being fair and equal with all of the city employees to maintain a good standard. He complimented
Mayor Merrill’s ability to handle the difficult issues that were presented at the meeting.
Council Member Mann reported the Development Workshop is doing well. He commended their efforts
in helping to place their clients with jobs. The city is pleased to be in partnership with them.
B. Council Member Busby: Airport Board · Traffic & Safety · School Board
Council Member Busby reported the Airport Board has not met. The studies are still progressing and
moving forward to relocate the airport. Traffic and Safety has not meet, he spoke with Gale Harding the
committee’s Chairman and he did not have anything to report. The School Board will meet tomorrow night.
Council Member Busby reported the School District is donating a fair amount of top soil for the baseball
quads. They will begin hauling the top soil to the location tomorrow. Mayor Merrill mentioned the Madison
High School Tennis Team has asked to reserve the community tennis courts for about four weeks from 4:00
P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
C. Council Member Walker: MYAB · Parks & Recreation · Trails of Madison County
Council Member Walker reported the MYAB met today and toured the Wastewater Treatment Plant. He
commended the Wastewater Department employees for their hard work and dedication to their job. The
Parks Department is working on preparing the city parks for the summer activities. The Trails of Madison
County will meet in May.
Council Member Walker reported the Recreation Department has been working on putting together the
baseball recreation program. There are a total of sixteen teams from grades first through sixth. The Carousel
Kick-off Event is scheduled for May 24th. The Teton Dam Marathon is scheduled for the first Saturday in
June. Currently, there are 335 registered Teton Dam runners and they are hoping to have up to 900
participants. Kidsburg will be closing on April 27th for the season they will reopen in the fall.
Council President Smith: Legacy Flight Museum · Beautification Committee · M.E.P.I.
Council President Smith reported the Legacy Flight Museum has not met. She reminded everyone to
attend the Fly-In on June 15th; it is a great event and lots of fun to attend. M.E.P.I has not met. The
Downtown Committee met to discuss the Cinco de Mayo Event.
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Council Member Wolfe asked if the City Council will need to assist with the Fly-In. Council President
Smith replied yes, she will need them to help serve the free pancake breakfast.
D. Council Member Flora: GIS Oversight · Rexburg Arts Council/ Museum of Rexburg
Council Member Flora reported the GIS Oversight Committee has not met. The Rexburg Arts Council
has been busy. She recognized Cultural Arts Director, Jackie Rawlins for accomplishing her goal of tapping
into the traveling exhibits. This year the Museum of Rexburg was award the NASA 50th anniversary of
Apollo 11 going to the moon exhibit. She said last year the museum was award a Smithsonian exhibit; it is a
great honor for our small community to receive these traveling exhibits. She expressed her appreciation for
Jackie Rawlins efforts in making it possible for our community to have these exhibits.
Council Member Flora reported on the month long drama camp of the Lion King Jr. The camp will
culminate into a three night performance of the Lion King Jr. Play. This year is the 25th anniversary of the
Lion King. She said anyone interested in signing up for the drama camp can register on the city’s web-site. A
grant was received for the Lion King Jr. Play. They have applied for other grants and are hopeful they will
be awarded the grants.
Council Member Flora reported on the Teton Storytelling Festival. They are reaching out to art and craft
vendors. The event is scheduled for August. She invited all to attend the festival. The Arts is also preparing
for the May the Fourth Be With You Event and a light show will be presented. The light technicians are
excellent.
E. Council Member Wolfe: Planning & Zoning/Building · Urban Renewal Agency · Police
Council Member Wolfe reported Planning and Zoning met last Thursday. One of the main items the
Planning and Zoning Commission has been discussing the rezone of various public owned properties to
public facilities. The Urban Renewal Agency has not met.
Council Member Wolfe reported the Police Department has been working on hiring an Assistant Police
Chief. As of last week they have narrowed down the process to three applicants.
Staff Reports:
Finance: - Matt Nielson
1. Finance Reports
Finance Officer Nielson reported the Finance Department has been actively preparing for the budget
meetings. They have forecasted every fund through the first six months and predicted the rest of the year,
which is their starting point for fiscal year 2020. They have received all of the capital improvement requests.
They will start to include those in the budget and begin to process payroll budget this week and next week.
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Dash Board Report slides on the overhead screen. The first slide
that was viewed was the Cash, Investments and Revenues graph.
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Finance Officer Nielson explained the only significant change made in the Cash and Investment Report
was adding funds to the Moreton and Zions managed accounts shown on the graph. The graph indicates a
significant decrease in the amount of funds invested in CD’s because there are better yields in other
investment vehicles.
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Operating Expenses to date Total Budget graph. Parks, Recreation
and Arts are forecasted to be over budget. The Arts is forecasted to be over budget by a couple hundred
thousand dollars due to capital projects between the Romance Theater and Tabernacle. The Recreation is
over budget because of Kidsburg.
Finance Officer Nielson said the Fire will be over budget due to the wildland fires because they are very
unpredictable. There will be an offsetting of revenues against that fund. The Street is another one that will
be over budget. The overage is due to carryover from prior year projects being completed this year.
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Operating Revenues to Date graph. The Permits and Licenses are
low. The franchise fees seem low at 33%; however, this is typical because they lag several months to receive.
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Operating Expenses and Revenues graph. The budget usually sees a
larger overlap between Actual Revenues and Actual Expenses around December. The budget stayed
consistent through those months, which means the city cash flowed well compared to prior years.
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Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Infrastructure Fees graph. These fees are very low compared to
prior years and in all categories.
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Community Growth Building Permit Fees. There have been many
fees collected for remodels this fiscal year. The New Commercial Buildings Fees are trending very well;
however, very low in the New Multi Family Dwellings and New Single Family Dwellings Fees.
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Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Community Growth Permitted Commercial Square Feet graph. The
city is doing well with the amount of permitted commercial square feet compared to last year. Mayor Merrill
asked if last year’s totals are for the whole year. Finance Officer Nielson replied yes, the totals are for the
whole year.
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Inflation Graph. The Construction Index is at about 3% for the ten
year, five year and the last 12 months. The Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) was estimated at 1.55% for
October 2019. The last couple of months there have been increases in the COLA at 2.97% estimated for
fiscal year 2020 indicating inflation the last couple of months.
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Major Construction Projects graph. The N. 2nd E/ Moody is an
Urban Renewal project. The estimated cost for that project is about two million dollars; however, the city
will only spend about $815,000 on the project this year. LID 48 will be over budget. The cost of the project
will cost about 2.5 million dollars to complete. There are about two million dollars in work orders to date.
The 7th South Railroad Crossing is an Urban Renewal project; it will begin in the year 2020.
Finance Officer Nielson said the reconstruction of N. 2nd E. from Yellowstone to One Stationary was a
carryover from a prior year project. The water capacity project is essentially the water reservoir. The
softball/baseball quad will hopefully begin this year at a cost of about 1.6 million dollars. He said the Moody
line and lift station has also been pushed back to 2020 because they are waiting for the study to be
completed before any major decisions are made.
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Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Minor Construction Projects graph. The LHTAC grant is coving
the costs of the 7th S. CRABS project. The grant was for about $700,000 dollars, the bid came in at
$490,000. Public Works Director Davidson said the remainder of the grant funds will need to be refunded
back to LHTAC.
Finance Officer Nielson continued to review the Minor Construction Projects graph. The right of way
East Parkway is the Barney Property that the city acquired for the East Parkway Corridor. The city will
continue to acquire more property for the corridor. The bids for the Romance Remodel and HVAC system
have been received. The projects that are in the color blue will be pushed back a year. The work for Diesel
Fuel Station has started.
Discussion regarding the cost of LID 48 and the streets include in LID 48.
Finance Officer Nielson explained the city only budgeted 1.1 million dollars for LID 48; however there is
currently two million dollars in purchase orders. He said the city did not budget sufficiently for the project
because the project continued to increase after setting the budget. A budget adjustment will be needed for
LID 48. The cash is available in carryover.
Finance Officer Nielson mentioned the Budget Summary Reports.
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Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Treasure’s Expenditure Report. There is a large deficit in the Fire
Operations Fund. The city has continued to try to collect money for this fund. The city is cash flowing
about 1.3 million dollars in this fund. The city has collected about $330,000 from the Fire District two days
ago. They are working with the Ambulance District to collect funds from them.
Finance Officer Nielson said the General Fund has about six million dollars in the fund balance and 6.7
million in the cash balance. The Sanitation Fund has about $900,000 in reserves. The city is ready to make a
purchase for a sanitation truck in the amount of $350,000. The Sewer Reserves are at about 4.8 million
dollars, 3.5 million dollars in Street Reserves and the Water Reserves are at about 7.4 million dollars.
Finance Officer Nielson said the city has spent about 27% of budget. There is about 27 million dollars in
the cash balance and the city has spent a total of about 17.1 million dollars.
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Mayor Merrill mentioned he visited the shop where the sanitation trucks are assembled in Texas. He was
surprised at how small the facility is where the trucks are assembled.
Public Works: - Keith Davidson
1. Traffic Impact Study for Development on 7th North – Agreement with Keller Associates.
Public Works Director Davidson explained there is several developments on 7th North one being
Centennial Townhomes. They started with the transportation impact study; however, the city would prefer
to increase the scope of the study to include the other developments and incorporate them into one large
area instead of completing many small traffic impact studies. The cost of the work will be covered by the
other developments as they begin to develop.
Public Works Director Davidson said he is recommending to City Council to enter into an agreement
with Keller Associates for the Traffic Impact Study. The cost for the traffic impact study is $19,735. This
cost will be recuperated as other developments start to develop.
Council Member Flora questioned the 20% completed work from the Centennial Townhomes. Public
Works Director Davidson explained Centennial Townhomes has not paid their portion of the $19,735. The
city is going to cover the cost of the study and then invoice Centennial Townhomes for their portion of the
study once they begin to develop. The other developments will be assessed their potion of the cost of the
study once they begin to develop. He said Centennial Townhomes had begun the traffic study and 20% of
the study had been completed before the city indicated to increase the scope of the study.
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Council Member Busby moved to approve the agreement with Keller Associates in the amount of
$19,735 for the Traffic Impact Study on 7th North; Council Member Flora seconded the motion; Mayor
Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora None
Council Member Wolfe
Council Member Busby
Council Member Walker
Council Member Mann
Council President Smith
The motion carried
2. Bid Acceptance for HVAC System for Romance Theater.
Public Works Director Davidson reviewed the bids for the HVAC System for the Romance Theater. Big-
D Construction was the low bid at $151,055.
Council Member Flora asked for the engineer’s estimated amount for this project. Public Works Director
Davidson said the estimated amount was about $186,000. This project doesn’t include the entirety of the
HVAC system; however, the estimated amount did include the cost of the whole system. The front portion
of the theater is going to be remodeled; that section was left off until the remodel is completed.
Council Member Busby asked if Big-D Construction is a local company. Public Works Director Davidson
said they have a local office and their headquarters is in Utah.
Council Member Flora moved to approve the low bid from Big-D Construction in the amount of
$151,055 for the HVAC System for the Romance Theater; Council President Smith seconded the
motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora None
Council Member Wolfe
Council Member Busby
Council Member Walker
Council Member Mann
Council President Smith
The motion carried
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Public Works Director Davidson reported on the city projects currently being worked on in the city. The
sewer line upgrade on 3rd West has started. HK Contractors, Inc. is also finishing up last year’s project on S.
2nd E.
Council Member Mann asked if Rexburg Rapids will open on time this year. Public Works Director
Davidson said the sand for the volleyball pads is being replaced. The pool filters are also being replaced.
City Maintenance Employee, Max Egbert is reviewing everything at the pool to make sure it set to open on
time.
Council Member Walker said he had the opportunity to ride in one of the sanitation trucks driven by city
employee Todd Davison. He commended the sanitation drivers for all of their hard work. Mayor Merrill
said one of the city’s sanitation trucks had a broken arm. He and his wife drove to Justin, Texas to have the
truck’s arm replaced. The city will be purchasing a new sanitation truck from the company that replaced the
truck’s arm.
Mayor’s Report:
Mayor Merrill reported on the Mayor’s Water Challenge. He checked the web-site before tonight’s meeting
and notice the City of Rexburg has dropped to 3rd place behind Laurel, Maryland and Laguna Beach,
California. He asked everyone to go to mywaterpledge.com to sign up to take the pledge. There are prizes
for the winners of the Mayor’s Water Challenge. One of the prizes is $3,000 towards the winner’s utility bill.
He said participants that take the pledge and share the pledge with others receive extra entries into the
contest. The whole idea is to help educate people and to help them realize how much water they are actually
using. The challenge is only available to the end of the month.
Mayor Merrill reported on the Rexburg Days Event scheduled for May 15th at 4:00 P.M.
Public Hearings: NONE
Items for Consideration:
A. Ordinance No 1210 Rezone various Public Owned Properties to Public Facilities (PF) #19-
00093 – Stephen Zollinger
City Attorney Zollinger reviewed the map of the various public owned properties by the city, county,
school district and Hospital that need to be change to Public Facilities. The goal was to put all government
owned properties into a designation as government properties under the zoning ordinance to prevent
conflicts such as; when the city Public Works Department needs to add a lift station at a park. It was not
one of the allowed uses in open space; however, it will be an allowed use under the government owned
properties.
City Attorney Zollinger explained this will allow the Public Works Department to update the substandard
lift station that causes the stench on that corner and make it a better space for the community. He said
Planning and Zoning is recommending the rezone of these various public owned properties.
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Council Member Walker moved to approve Ordinance No. 1210 the Rezone of Various Public Owned
Properties to Public Facilities and consider first read; Council Member Wolfe seconded the motion; Mayor
Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora None
Council Member Wolfe
Council Member Busby
Council Member Walker
Council Member Mann
Council President Smith
The motion carried
B. Final Plat 445 E 7th N Centennial Townhomes #19-00100 – Blake Jolley or Stephen Zollinger
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City Attorney Zollinger reviewed the Final Plat for 445 E 7th N Centennial Townhomes. The development
is to the north side of 7th N around the church. The development consists of 99 rental townhomes. The
developer has gone through the process of solidifying all of the necessary details with the city’s Public
Works Department. The final plat has been reviewed and is ready for action on behalf of City Council.
Council Member Busby asked if a Final Plat needs to go through design standards. City Attorney
Zollinger said he believes the final plat doesn’t have to go through design standards. The structures
themselves have been working their way through the Building Department and are approved to start
construction.
City Attorney Zollinger indicated the Centennial Townhomes Development representative Blake Jolley is
present tonight. City staff felt Mr. Jolley has been accommodating and easy to work with, when it came to
Public Works reviews.
Council Member Wolfe moved to approve the Final Plat for 445 E 7th N Centennial Townhomes;
Council President Smith seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora None
Council Member Wolfe
Council Member Busby
Council Member Walker
Council Member Mann
Council President Smith
The motion carried
C. City Council Heads Up – Annexation North Hill Road Island and Steiner Property #19-00169 –
Stephen Zollinger
City Attorney Zollinger reviewed the map of the annexation of North Hill Road Island and the Steiner
Property. The area has been completely encapsulated by the city’s prior annexations. The informal notice
went out to all of the property owners indicating that the city would be moving forward with the
annexation. A formal notice was sent out today informing the property owner of the public hearing on May
16th. There were several telephone calls from the property owners inquiring about connecting to city
services.
City Attorney Zollinger said the Steiner Property will be annexed into the city; however, based on a prior
commitment made to the Lawrence family not to annex them until the current owners leave.
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Calendared Bills and Tabled Items:
A. “LAND USE ACTION” – Bills Recommended/Approved in a Land Use Public Hearing Procedure
(Recommend Suspension of the Rules):
B. Second Reading: Those items which have been first read:
1. Ordinance No 1211 Repeal and Replace Ordinance No 968 – City Parks Rules and
Regulations to include a “No Nicotine” regulation in the City Parks
Mayor Merrill mentioned the Department of Health and Welfare is going to supply the city with the signs
needing to be replaced to include the “No Nicotine” in the city parks.
Council Member Mann moved to second read Ordinance No. 1211 Repeal and Replace Ordinance No.
968 – City Park Rules and Regulations to include a “No Nicotine” regulation in the City Parks; Council
Member Flora seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora None
Council Member Wolfe
Council Member Busby
Council Member Walker
Council Member Mann
Council President Smith
The motion carried
C. Third Reading: Those items which have been second read:
1. Ordinance No 1209 Amend the Compensation and Benefits Package for Mayor & City
Council
Mayor Merrill said it has come to his attention that an additional one hundred dollars per month be added
to the Council President’s salary. Council President Smith said the designated council president does take
more time to fulfill the positions responsibilities and attends extra meetings.
Council Member Busby moved to approve Ordinance No. 1209 to Amend the Compensation and
Benefits Package for Mayor and City Council with the condition that an additional one hundred dollars be
added to the Council President’s salary per month and consider third read; Council President Smith
seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora None
Council Member Wolfe
Council Member Busby
Council Member Walker
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Council Member Mann
Council President Smith
The motion carried
Mayor’s Business:
Mayor Merrill reported he was notified that Richard Horner and Douglas Hancey’s terms on the Rexburg
Redevelopment Agency Board came due back in January. He contacted both of them to see if they would be
able to serve another term on the board. Mr. Horner and Mr. Hancey both said they would be able to serve
another term.
Council Member Wolfe moved to ratify Richard Horner and Douglas Hancey to the Rexburg
Redevelopment Agency Board; Council Member Walker seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a
vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora None
Council Member Wolfe
Council Member Busby
Council Member Walker
Council Member Mann
Council President Smith
The motion carried
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 April 3rd, 2019 meeting
B. Approve the City of Rexburg Bills
Council Member Walker moved to approve the Consent Calendar containing the minutes and city bills;
Council Member Flora seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora None
Council Member Wolfe
Council Member Busby
Council Member Walker
Council Member Mann
Council President Smith
The motion carried
Adjournment 7:39 P.M.
APPROVED:
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Jerry Merrill, Mayor
Attest:
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Marianna Gonzalez, Deputy City Clerk