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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005.07.06 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES T ORM F EQUEST R RAVEL CCM ITY OUNCIL INUTES July 06, 2005 7:30 P.M. City Council STATE OF IDAHO ) : ss County of Madison ) Present were the following: Mayor: Mayor Shawn Larsen Council Members: Paul Pugmire Donna Benfield Nyle Fullmer Rex Erickson G. Farrell Young Irma Anderson Financial Officer Richard Horner P&Z Administrator: Kurt Hibbert City Clerk: Blair D. Kay PFC: John Millar City Attorney: Stephen Zollinger Pledge to the Flag Roll Call of Council Members: All Council Members were present. 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 for June 15, 2005 and June 23, 2005 meeting B. Approve the City of Rexburg Bills Council Member Erickson moved to approve the Consent Calendar; Council Member The motion Young seconded the motion; Discussion: All voted aye, none opposed. carried. Public Comment: on issues not scheduled on the agenda (limit 3 minutes) Jill Spencer (board member for the Chamber of Commerce and International Folk Dance Festival) asked for a permit to close College Avenue from Main Street to the alley on August 01, 2005, for the purpose of holding a “Fun Center: in conjunction with the Dance Festival. The activity would be held in the evening and there would be a charge for the events. Council Member Anderson asked if the provider had liability insurance. Jill said that the Chamber has liability insurance plus they have other insurance in case something was to occur. Council Member Benfield indicated that the Chamber does have the necessary liability insurance. 1 City Attorney Zollinger indicated that the insurance for the normal events would be adequate for the additional carnival events. Mayor Larsen requested the organizers to consider using the entire block for the event. Jill will ask the businesses on the block if that would be acceptable. The fees for the carnival help defray the cost of the event. There is a $25.00 fee for private street closure events. The street festival will run from 5:00 p.m. To 11:00 p.m. Council Member Young moved to extend the street closure permit to cover their needs; Council Member Erickson seconded the motion. All voted aye, none opposed. The motion carried. Presentations: A. Certificates for Walking Works participants (top walkers) – The City Clerk read the names of the top walkers in a recent event that was sponsored by Blue Cross to get the City employees on a walking program. There were nineteen top walkers out of a total of 92 participants. B. Mayor’s Youth Advisory Board (MYAB) report on the Youth Leadership Conference. Carlie Stark from the Youth Advisory Committee participated in the Conference at the Association of Idaho Cities conference. She mentioned some of the highlights of the event as follows: 1.Riot Zone 2.Idaho Falls Zoo 3.Planned smart goals 4.Risk Takers training 5.Fund raiser (selling frozen strawberry lemonade) to pay for the conference fees. ($170 dollars after the expenses for fees and $80 for the splash park) 6.They rode in a fire truck Council Member Anderson mentioned that the Rexburg student group including the Mayor was asked to help train other youth councils in the State. Committee Liaison Reports: A. Council Member Young: Downtown Vision · Rexburg Arts Council · Historical Preservation: The Historical Preservation Committee is non-functioning. B. Council Member Benfield: Beautification · Traffic & Safety is on summer break. Beautification Committee Report: The Beautification Committee is working on the sign that will be located on west Main Street, including a fence for the canal. The beautification awards are presented each month by the Chamber. Mayor Larsen mentioned that the flowers are suffering on Main Street due to soil conditions and watering. He asked the Beautification Committee to review the situation by grating the trees. Council Member Erickson mentioned a City (Vernal, Utah) that did grating and flower pots. They have done a wonderful job with their beatification program. The drip systems in Rexburg are getting damaged and they don’t provide sufficient moisture. C. Council Member Erickson: Airport Board · Planning & Zoning - No report Mayor Larsen mentioned that the crop dusters are flying low over buildings and homes at the end of the runway. John Millar mentioned that the last Airport Board meeting discussion was over airport gate problems and tie down chains for aircraft on the tarmac. He also mentioned that the crop dusters are flying too low when leaving the airport. The new Airport 2 Museum is under construction. Parking at the Airport was reviewed for changing it to a new location. Mayor Larsen asked John to pass the crop duster problem on to the Airport Board for resolution. D. Council Member Pugmire: Golf Board tee fee exchanges were reviewed. The interior nine land is paid off; however, construction has been deferred until there is sufficient savings in the bank to help with the cost of the project. The rough design of the proposed nine-hole extension has been completed. There is a cash flow deficiency to support a note to pay for the project without building up a reserve. It will take about two years to build up the reserve. The new budget will be designed to allow for the reserve account. Mayor Larsen asked if they had considered a revenue bond. Council Member Pugmire mentioned that it was on the table for discussion in previously. E. Council Member Fullmer: Emergency Services Board met concerning the coming budget. The joint entities are discussing their portion of the budget. The newest full time hire to Emergency Services has terminated to pursue an education. The department is seeking new hires. F. Council Member Anderson: Museum · Tabernacle · Parks & Recreation adds three new members to the Museum Board with sub-committees under the Teton Flood Museum Board. Of the three new members; two of them are from BYU-Idaho. Mayor Larsen asked that Eric Walz, Lawrence Coates, Sharon Ellis be confirmed by the Council as new members of the Board. Council Member Pugmire moved to confirm the applicants to the Teton Flood Museum Council Member Fullmer Board; seconded the motion. All voted aye, none opposed. The motion carried. 1. Request for Edge Wireless monthly rental fee ($350) to be dedicated to Tabernacle maintenance. Council Member Anderson asked the Council to support funding Tabernacle maintenance. She listed examples of needed maintenance: A. Dressing room areas below the stage C. Pipe organ supports in front of the pipes D. Show case on the north wall (move to the back) E. Remodel coat room areas F. Interactive audio-video equipment G. Re-calk windows H. Retune organ Council Member Anderson moved to designate the new money from the Edge Wireless lease at nd Council Member Fullmer the 2 East water tank to the tabernacle maintenance fund; seconded Discussion: the motion; Council Member Erickson asked to increase the budget instead of setting a precedent of using money from leases. Mayor Larsen reviewed the budget and he indicated that this year the auditorium has $20,100.00 for a budget. $10,000.00 is for heat and lights and there is a capital expenditure for the ramp. Council Member Pugmire mentioned that it is correct; the Tabernacle needs more funding for maintenance, but in a responsible manner. Council Member Anderson asked for some license to use adequate money to do responsible Discussion: repairs on the building. * Each year the budget may vary. Council Member Pugmire indicated that this subject should be included in the current budget review. Council Member Anderson * amended her motion to raise the budget an additional $5,000.00 Council Member Fullmer for the next year; seconded the amended motion. All voted aye, none The motion carried. opposed. G.Mayor Larsen: Trails of Madison County · Mayor’s Youth Advisory Board The Great Spud Race was a success. There was not as much participation as last year. Council Member Erickson would like to see more advertising next year. Mayor Larsen indicated that the Committee would review the event promotion for next year. Report on Projects: John Millar reported that the round-about is out for bid and will be decided about one week from today. One block of Sunset Circle was paved today and it is looking much better. He was impressed with the “Zipper machine” that takes existing pavement and crushes it up for a road base for new pavement. Only 3 two loads of crushed road base were hauled away last Tuesday. They had significant savings on the street pavement project by using the Zipper. It provides a good finished product. The rest of Sunset Circle needs to be completed on an LID for curb and gutter. John mentioned that Millhollow Road is not ready for an LID. There is a need to discuss options with the residents. The pathway in Porter Park is getting gravel now with pavement coming next week. The electrical and th mechanical rebuild at the Millhollow Station has just been finished. The 12 West water and sewer piping is done and repaving is to be started soon. The Walker Addition pipe work is done with completion of the project planned in two to three weeks. The Business Park extension is on track for completion soon. The Entryway sign for North Rexburg is being completed. The Evergreen Fence is under construction with completion in ten days. Council Member Erickson asked John if the weeds and grass could be killed along the Canal by Evergreen Park. John will take a look at doing a better job on the canal weeds. Mayor Larsen mentioned a grant possibility for landscaping the area. ndrd There was some re-striping of City Streets last week to include some turn lanes on 2 East from 3 South th to 7 South. Mayor Larsen asked about the bike lanes and John said they would be worked on this week. The Airport Subdivision has piping completed and it is waiting for street repairs. The animal shelter design is nearing completion and it is to be bid in two weeks. The City will be the project manager on the Splash Park with local crews working in conjunction with City crews. The construction will start in two weeks on the building. Lights for Smith Park are on their way. Portable restrooms need to be brought in for large crowds in Porter Park this year due to the construction projects. Council Member Erickson indicated that Jim Morris would supply the water for the Hidden Valley Pathway around North Hill Road. New Business: A.Amend the Development Code Ordinance 926 Kurt Hibbert reviewed the following house-keeping changes to the Development Code. The Neighborhood Business District was discussed. =============================================================== REVISION #1 TO ORDINANCE 926 (DEVELOPMENT CODE) PURPOSE/BACKGROUND This proposed text amendment updates several sections of Ordinance 926 which was th adopted Feb 16, 2005. This revision is intended to correct omissions and errors in the original Ordinance. Highlights of the proposed amendments are as follows: 1.COMMERCIAL DESIGN STANDARDS HAVE BEEN ADDED FOR BUILDINGS UNDER 25,000 SQ. FT. 2.COMMERCIAL LIGHTING STANDARDS HAVE BEEN ADDED TO ALL OF THE ZONING DISTRICTS IN THE CITY (RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL). 3.SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT CRITERIA WERE ADDED FOR THE TECHNOLOGY AND OFFICE ZONE (TOZ). HIGHWAY BUSINESS DISTRICT ZONE 4. (HBD) TRANSITIONS TO COMMUNITY BUSINESS CENTER ZONE (CBC). THERE WILL BE NO HBD DESIGNATION ON THE ZONING MAP AFTER THIS AMENDMENT 4 IS ADOPTED. HBD WILL BE CALLED THE COMMUNITY BUSINESS CENTER ZONE (CBC). THIS IS A CHANGE IN NAME ONLY. ALL PROPERTY RIGHTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE HBD ZONE ARE MAINTAINED AND PRESERVED WITHIN CBC. 5.ZONING AND COMPREHENSIVE MAP DATA WERE ADDED TO THE APPENDIX. 6.CODE ENFORCEMENT STRATEGIC PLAN IS FORMALLY INCLUDED IN APPENDIX. 7.CHAPTER 8: IMPACT AREA REGULATIONS INCLUDED AS EXISTED IN PREVIOUS ORDINANCE. THIS CHAPTER WILL NEED TO BE AMENDED AFTER IMPACT AREA REQUEST HAS BEEN ACTED UPON BY COUNTY. 8.RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS TO SERVE ON THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION WERE REDUCED FROM FOUR (4) YEARS TO TWO (2) YEARS. 9.INCONSISTENCIES IN ZONING NOMENCLATURE WERE CORRECTED. 10.DENSITY LIMITS ARE CALLED OUT IN EACH RESIDENTIAL ZONE. 11.VARIOUS FORMATING AND TECHNICAL LAYOUT ISSUES WERE RESOLVED. FISCAL IMPACT There is direct and indirect fiscal impact associated with these text amendments. These are as follows: -COMMERCIAL DESIGN STANDARDS CITY STAFF IMPACT: Current code does not require staff to review commercial buildings for architectural design on buildings less than 25,000 sq ft. No staff time is currently required as there are no architectural standards in place on buildings of this size. This will be an immediate impact on city staff. As commercial developments increase there will be a need for increasing amounts of time on the part of the Planning and Zoning Director and the Building Official to review buildings in relation to these Architectural Design Standards. This also impacts the P&Z Commission. CITY RESIDENTS AND DEVELOPER IMPACT: These standards apply to all commercial development inside the City of Rexburg and it is proposed that they apply within the area of city impact. This will have a direct financial impact on new development proposals. -COMMERCIAL LIGHTING STANDARDS This code will require an immediate application of standard on all projects in the City. This Code has been applied to ALL of the zones in the City. Residential and Commercial properties will be required to transition non-conforming lighting to meet the new standards. CITY STAFF IMPACT: There are no standards currently and therefore no current demand on staff in this area. Application of this Code will require immediate demand on review staff. There will be an increasing workload in this area for the Public Works Director, Planning Administrator, and the Building Official. CITY RESIDENT AND DEVELOPER IMPACT: There is a specific timetable in the Code in which all lighting in the City will need to conform. This will have a fiscal impact on both the City and its Residents and Developers. 5 APPLICABILITY TO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN/GOALS All of the proposed text amendments are in conformance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan. RECOMMENDATION It is the recommendation of City Staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission that the City Council, by motion, approve the proposed text amendments with the finding that they meet the criteria for approval as set forth in the Comprehensive Plan and the Development Code, and direct the Planning Director and the City Attorney to include approved amendments in the current comprehensive codification process. ERRATTA Subsequent revisions to the ordinance are forthcoming. The Planning Commission is currently working on Design Corridor Standards for the Main Street, University Blvd, US Hwy 20, Second East and Old Yellowstone Hwy Corridors. Other additions will include use-table amendments and additional standards for Downtown Development which includes more detailed information as to lighting, benches and pedestrian amenities for projects in Central Business District. Additional work is also being discussed on the LDR3 zone to facilitate Town House Development in residential neighborhoods. =============================================================== The Council discussed the idea of having housing next to the University that would not have traditional parking requirements. Mayor Larsen asked Kurt to continue work on the Development Code with this same process. Council Member Erickson moved to approve the changes to the Development Code as written; Council Member Anderson seconded the motion to accept development code as written. Discussion: The changes were recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Council Member Fullmer asked if Legal Council had reviewed the changes. They were reviewed by City Attorney Zollinger. Council Member Benfield asked to review the Commercial Design changes on Page 159 and Page 164. Kurt indicated that the Commercial Design Standards are specific to a particular zone. The Central Business District Zone does have specific Design Standards. Mayor Larsen called for a vote on the changes to the Development Code. All voted aye, The motion carried. none opposed. B.Council discussion of the location of the south Rexburg interchange Mayor Larsen asked the Council how they would like to proceed. They asked for public input. Courtney Ferguson stated his concerns with the proposed interchange locations at Thornton or Bear World. He mentioned safety and traffic flows. Option TG (Thornton) concerns are heavy truck traffic. Option TA (Bear World) concerns are lack of access to highway 20 for an emergency access. Both interchanges would be best; however, that is not possible at this time. He suggested TA with a frontage road for ¾ of a mile from Thornton to the TA proposed location for a connector road. It would be built on agricultural land. The County would be responsible to build this proposed connector road if TA was chosen on the east side of the railroad tracks. It would solve all the issues for TG. Emergency Services would benefit from this proposal. He suggested providing input to Tom Cole (ITD) in Rigby. Mike Ferguson spoke on behalf of Bear World. He was concerned with having emergency services for Bear World. They are up 27% in growth from last year. There needs to be major concerns for emergency services due to the nature of the business. 6 Jerome Bowen (Lone Pine Nursery) reviewed the growth area for Madison County. The Thornton area has been set aside for growth with smaller acreages. He mentioned Lyman and Burton as being two acre areas. There are thirty plus businesses with 30,000 customers exiting that area on to Hwy 20. There is no way to do without an exit to Highway 20 for this area. He recommended safety as a reason for an access to Highway 20 at Thornton. Terry Bagley provided some letters to the Council in support for the Thornton area Interchange. These letters were forwarded to ITD. Most trucks enter the Rexburg South Interchange and exit at the Thornton exit. There were about 100,000 trucks mentioned as using these two locations. Terry mentioned the projected growth of the area with High School traffic using the South Interchange. The Thornton Interchange would allow the truck traffic to avoid the South Rexburg exit. He thought it would be the biggest decision the Council would make concerning traffic flow for the next twenty-five years. There is a factor of four or five to one for traffic flow for Thornton exit over the Bear World exit. Byron Morgan from Mountain West Bark was concerned with truck traffic for his business. They send 11,000 trucks per year from their business. They will use the Rexburg South exit if the Thornton Interchange is not built. He was concerned with the interchange being located in another vicinity other than that of Thornton. It would cause a lot of undue congestion to the Rexburg South exit. Richard Smith (Legal Council for BYU-I) gave a statement from BYU-I supporting the Thornton Interchange due to a concern for the traffic flow that is already to an extreme at the South Rexburg Interchange. They would support two interchanges. BYU-I will provide ITD with information concerning the two interchanges. David Walters (Walters Concrete) was supportive of the Thornton Interchange due to safety. He has a gravel pit planned for the Thornton area. Lynn Wilcox (Wilcox Potato Plant) mentioned that farm equipment uses the South Exit. They area unable to make left hand turns at Golden Beauty and University Boulevard due to high traffic counts. It is unfortunate that they can’t have both locations. John Bagley Teton West supported the Thornton Interchange due to safety. Wes (John Deere Dealership) supported the Thornton Interchange. Their equipment is wide and slow. They create congestion on the road with deliveries and other equipment traffic. Council Member Benfield asked Courtney Ferguson to expand on the cost of the frontage road. He thought it could be built for less that a half million dollars. Council Member Erickson speculated that if it goes at Thornton (4700 South) more traffic would use the Rexburg South exit. The Council discussed the traffic flows when the roads onto Highway 20 would be closed which would move traffic from the South to the Rexburg South exit. He preferred a frontage road as discussed by Courtney Ferguson on the west side of Highway 20. Mayor Larsen clarified the comments concerning the City participating in a road in the County. The City funds can not be used in the County. Council Member Pugmire concurred with Mayor Larsen that the City could not build a road outside the City. Mike Ferguson indicated that they need the South Interchange due to their business traffic. They bring a lot of business to Rexburg. 7 Council Member Pugmire agreed that the tourism business is important and he asked Mike to supply numbers to support his position. Mike Ferguson mentioned that there is a 97% growth each year in Madison County and that they refer their customers to Rexburg hotels, restaurants, stores, gas stations, and many other attractions that Madison County has to offer. Terry Bagley asked for John Millar’s opinion. John Millar was concerned with the signage and the landscaping of the exit being proposed and the lack of landscaping at the current exits. He would want the signage at the South Rexburg Interchange to say “BYU-I University Blvd” and the proposed Interchange at 4700 South, to say the “South Rexburg area”. If the interchange happens to be in city limits, the landscaping could be put in at the time of construction. Even if it is not in city limits, we would still request low-level landscaping. There are opportunities to do landscaping with what is called zero-scaping which requires no water. Mayor Larsen expressed concern with the input period for ITD ending tomorrow. He next four exits asked for signage to indicate that the are Rexburg exits. The Rexburg South exit signage would move to the new location. He mentioned that the City should request waterless low level landscaping at the proposed interchange and the other three exits, if landscaped, would be maintained by the City. Two interchanges would be optimal; however, timing would have the 4700 South exit as a priority for the City. John Millar mentioned that if the Interchange is farther south; it will impact the South Interchange for Rexburg. It is critical and a great impact to the City. Council Member Fullmer reviewed the recent growth of Rexburg. The City should strongly recommend two interchanges with the Garvey Bonding. The 4700 South Interchange is the short term logical choice. Council Member Pugmire reviewed the wording for a resolution. He asked Council Member Fullmer to help formalize the verbiage for two Interchanges. Council Member Anderson asked to list the reasons then recommend two interchanges. Council Member Erickson mentioned that it puts the Council between a rock and a hard place. He liked the idea of recommending two sites. Council Member Benfield reviewed the possibility of the State taking away the street in front of your business. She strongly recommended two sites. Bear World along with other businesses in the area are destination locations. Council Member Young mentioned the possibility of waiting to build the interchange until there is State funding for two interchanges. Terry Bagley indicated that it was a risk to wait. Council Member Pugmire indicated that the Transportation Board will take action on the proposal because they have had formal plans with public input. He would support asking for both sites. He asked what words the County used in their statement. Richard Smith recommended coming forth with a strong request. Council Member Erickson asked to maintain the current three Rexburg Exits. 8 John Millar mentioned that the State has budgeted for one site in 2007. Garvey Bonding is a twenty to twenty five year bond. Council Member Pugmire suggested a resolution that delineates the City’s interest concerning direct access to and from the City of Rexburg. Council Member Fullmer was concerned about diluting the recommendation to accept only one site. Council Member Pugmire moved that we adopt by resolution a recommendation to the Transportation Board for both TG and TA. If they have to be phased in over time; then TG should be built first with appropriate zero water landscaping and signage. He asked that due to the restriction of time, that the Council allow Council Member Pugmire, Council Mayor Larsen and City Attorney Zollinger authority to complete the resolution; Member Fullmer seconded the motion. All voted aye, none opposed. The motion carried. Mayor Larsen called for a ten minute recess to write a resolution. 10 minute Recess After the Recess: CITY OF REXBURG Resolution 2005-08 Dated: July 06, 2005 Whereas interchanges on Highway 20 south of the South Rexburg Interchange will have a direct impact on the use of the South Rexburg interchange, and on the flow of traffic into and out of the City of Rexburg; and Whereas the City of Rexburg has a direct interest in the highway planning as it affects transportation into and out of Rexburg; and Whereas the Rexburg City Council believes that both Alternative T-G and Alternative T-A are necessary to address the substantial growth being experienced and forecast in Rexburg and south Madison County, and in light of the interchanges which have been built and are being built north and south of Rexburg; and Whereas the Rexburg City Council believes that construction of both Alternative T-G and Alternative T-A will provide for the most efficient and safe flow of traffic into and out of Rexburg by sharing the traffic load most efficiently and most safely with the South Rexburg interchange Now Therefore Let It Be Resolved That The City of Rexburg requests that the Idaho Transportation Board approve and provide for construction of both Alternative T-G and Alternative T-A; and Be it further resolved that if budget and construction schedule considerations require that these projects be phased over time that Alternative T-G be built first, and that in either case a frontage road connecting Alternative T-G and Alternative T-A be built on the west side of Highway 20 to provide for adequate access for the national tourist destination Yellowstone Bear World located in south Madison County; and Be it further resolved that access to affected businesses and local residents be maintained open with routes clearly marked during construction; and 9 Be it further resolved that appropriate and attractive zero water landscaping be included in the design and construction of these interchanges, and that the Idaho Transportation Department consult with the City of Rexburg in determining signage for these and existing interchanges around Rexburg. th Adopted this 6 day of July, 2005 _______________________________ Shawn Larsen, Mayor Attest ________________________________ Blair D. Kay, City Clerk Council Member Pugmire moved to adopt the resolution; the motion was seconded by Council Member FullmerCouncil Member Fullmer ; Discussion: asked to add the Council Member Benfield words “and forecast” after the word “experienced”; The motion carried. seconded. All voted aye, none opposed. Richard Smith asked if BYU-I could join in the Resolution. That request was granted. C. Sale of Beer/Wine hours and Holiday Restrictions (align the City Codes with the State Codes - State Statute 23-1012) Change time of sales from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Mayor Larsen explained that the businesses were not complying with City Code for the past years due to lack of enforcement. They have asked the City to conform to State Statute which allows holiday sales for beer and wine with the sales starting at 6:00 a.m. Council Member Erickson agreed that the City should follow the State Statute. Council Member Pugmire explained that Rexburg does have different values that are not referenced in the State Statute. If Rexburg aligns all codes with the State Statutes, then Rexburg will not continue to be different. Council Member Erickson moved to change City Code language to sell beer and wine from 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Mayor Larsen mentioned that at this point, he is seeking direction from the Council. A new BILL would require three readings to change the City Code. Council Member Erickson withdrew his motion. Mayor Larsen asked the Council to allow him to direct the City Attorney to draft a new BILL that would align the City Code with State Statute concerning the time of day to sell beer and wine and to allow beer and wine sales on holidays. This would be consistent with State Statute; however, Sunday sales would be prohibited. Council Member Benfield mentioned the letter from Albertsons that requested the City to align holiday sales with State Statute. Mayor Larsen mentioned that the letter refers to confusion and inconsistency with City Code. The City responded to the Albertsons letter by sending a letter allowing sales of beer and wine on holidays until the issue could be address by the Council. Mayor Larsen asked for the City Council to support an Ordinance change. Council Member Pugmire requested the wording in the new BILL be worded to include the words “consistent with enforcement practices”. He wanted to use that wording to distinguish between those areas of Rexburg Code that are consistent with State Statute and those areas that are not consistent with State Statute. Council Member Young asked where would the City be different if this City Code is changed to be consistent with State Code. Council Member Pugmire explained that this issue deals with “historical enforcement practices”. 10 Mayor Larsen indicated that the Staff would have a BILL on this issue before the Council at the next Council meeting. He asked the Council to support the historical enforcement practices for the sale of beer and wine in Rexburg until this issue could be resolve by the Council. The Council did not object. D. Set Public Hearing – Hookup fees (water & sewer) for new connections Mayor Larsen asked for a hearing date for a review of these fees. The Council discussed a date for the meeting. Council Member Pugmire moved to establish Aug 03, 2005, as a hearing date; Council Member Erickson seconded the motion; all voted aye, none opposed. The motion carried. Public Hearings: NONE Calendared Bills and Tabled Items : A.First Reading : Those items which are being introduced for first reading. - NONE B.Second Reading : Those items which have been first read. - NONE C.Third Reading : Those items which have been second read. - NONE D.Tabled Items : Those items which have been the subject of an affirmative vote to a motion to table: Resolution 2004-22 1.(Adoption of Vision 2020 Rexburg Comprehensive Plan Text – Tabled November 03, 2004) Mayor’s Report: 1.Employee Handbook – deferred to a future meeting. Changes will be made and delivered at the Council at the next meeting. It will include all Council policies. Mayor Larsen reviewed the Calendar: 1.July 20 Council meeting 2.July 21 Joint County meeting is canceled and will be rescheduled. 3.July 28City employee service project and Summer Benefits Dinner at 5:00 pm 4.Aug 03 Council meeting 5.Aug 05 Mayor’s Reception at 5:30 for the Dance Festival 6.Aug 11 Tax Reform Committee in Rexburg 7.Aug 17 Council meeting 8.Aug 20 Rush Triathlon 9.Aug 23 Back to School program Mayor Larsen mentioned that the Citizen’s Law Academy will be held in Idaho Falls The dead-line to apply is August 05, 2005. The purpose of the Academy is to help people become better informed about our legal system. Mayor Larsen reviewed some important issues that need resolution. The designation of Hwy 33 through the City as a business loop was one concern. He reported that the Teton Dam Marathon has some money saved from the event to help promote the Marathon in coming years. There was $7,700 earned over expenses this year. Mayor Larsen indicated that the City has hired Mat Nielsen to support The City Financial Officer. His title will be Deputy Finance Officer. He will assist in the conversion of data for the new financial software. Mayor Larsen indicated that the Department Head evaluations have been completed. Other areas of concern are the following: 11 1.Sun Birds numbers continue to drop due to the BYU-I policy on housing for students. Council Member Erickson recommended that a meeting be scheduled with Garth Hall, Max Shirley, Rick Page, Jim Gee, Bob Wilkes, Council members th and the Chamber to discuss the issues on Wednesday, the 13 of July. 2.There was a neighborhood annexation meeting for Rexburg Heights. Some of their concerns were snow removal and the change in their costs for taxes. Council Member Benfield asked for a City Proclamation for the Dance Festival to be read at the next meeting. Mayor Larsen asked the Council to go into Executive Session – State Statute 67-2345. (C) which reads: To conduct deliberations concerning labor negotiations or to acquire an interest in real property which is not owned by a public agency; Council Member Fullmer moved to go into Executive Session under State Statute 67=2345 (C); Council Member Benfield seconded the motion; The Mayor called for a roll call vote: Those voting Aye Those voting Nay Paul Pugmire None Donna Benfield Nyle Fullmer G. Farrell Young Irma Anderson The Motion Carried. Executive Session Executive Session Ended Adjournment ____________________________________ Shawn Larsen, Mayor ___________________________________ Blair D. Kay, City Clerk 12