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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005.10.05 CITY COUCIL MINUTES T ORM F EQUEST R RAVEL CCM ITY OUNCIL INUTES October 05, 2005 7:30 P.M. City Council STATE OF IDAHO ) : ss County of Madison ) Mayor: Mayor Shawn Larsen Council Members: Vacancy 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 of the other members were One position is vacant. present. Mayor Larsen welcomed the Scouts to the 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 for September 21, 2005 meeting. B. Approve the City of Rexburg Bills. Council Member Fullmer C moved to approve the Consent Calendar; ouncil Member Young The motion carried. seconded the motion, all voted aye, none opposed. Mayor Larsen welcomed a scout to the meeting. Public Comment: Issues not scheduled on the agenda. (limit 3 minutes): Caleb McGary , a BYU-I student mentioned that he is a student representative from the University that will attend the City Council meetings. Mayor Larsen mentioned that he had a list of students that have applied to be on City Committees. He will review the applications and present them to the City Council for confirmation. Presentations: A.Rexburg Head Start Program – Kate Howard & Jim Hall Mayor Larsen welcomed Kate and Jim to the meeting. 1 Kate Howard introduced herself to the City Council. She remarked about the beauty of nd the garden on 2 West in Rexburg. She talked about a boy named Levi. He was a four year old living in Rexburg. He is in the Head Start Program. Children get a physical exam and dental exam to begin the Head Start program. They discovered a heart murmur in Levi during the physical. His heart murmur has been repaired. She mentioned other examples of support given to children enrolled in Head Start. They are serving 28 children this year. They are building a new Head Start Building in Rexburg in the near future next to the Twin Pines Apartments. Their Payroll is over $76,700 and the money is spent in Rexburg. Their total budget is about $180,000. They provide resources to at risk families to enable them be successful in life. Nationally, the Head Start Program is successful. Locally, the program serves two hundred and forty families in Madison, th Fremont and Teton Counties. They are celebrating their 40 anniversary this year. Council Member Anderson asked Kate how the children are identified for the program. Kate said that there are some referrals from doctors, neighbors and friends. They do home visits to train the parents. Parents serve on a PTO-type organization to plan events for the children. Council Member Erickson asked how the Head Start Program is funded. Kate said it is funded directly from the Federal Government. The Rexburg program services the City of Rexburg. When the program was started, it was started from Rexburg, so the funding continues under the Rexburg School District. Council Member Fullmer thanked Kate for her service in the Community. Council Member Fullmer asked what geographic area is covered. Kate indicated that it is only for the City of Rexburg’s School District. It was pointed out that Archer is in the Madison School District, too. Mayor Larsen explained that he is thrilled with the Head Start Program. Jim Hall from EISSA gave a recap of the organization. They started in 1968 in Idaho Falls, for services in nine Counties for the elderly from Salmon to Driggs. They do food, housing (320 Units), Head Start, and Mutual Self Help Housing. They do Community Services Block Grants, which includes emergency services medical and dental funding for one hundred and fifty employees in nine Counties. Services are provided throughout the year. Mayor Larsen was a Head Start parent during his college experience. It was a positive experience for his young family. th B.Mayoral Proclamation 2005-03 for Head Start’s 40 Year Anniversary Mayor Larsen read the Proclamation which proclaimed 2005 as a year to celebrate Head th Start’s 40 Anniversary for the City of Rexburg. Council Member Erickson moved to ratify the Proclamation 2005-03 with the Mayor and the City’s support; Council Member Benfield seconded the motion; all voted aye, The motion carried. none opposed. Madison County Emergency Operations Plan: Greg Adams presented the Madison County Emergency Operations Plan as part of the New National Emergency Response Plan. He asked the City Council to allow the Mayor to sign the Plan for implementation. He requested a motion from the City Council to approve the Plan and authorize the Mayor to sign off on the plan for the City. The County Commissioners will sign the Plan Monday of next week. Mayor Larsen indicated that we have a very active LEPC organization in Rexburg and Madison County. 2 Council Member Young indicated that the Plan was very well organized and thought out. Council Member Young moved to accept the Plan as presented; Council Member Fullmer The motion carried. seconded the motion; all voted aye, none opposed. Committee Liaison Reports: A.Council Member Young: Downtown Vision · Rexburg Arts Council Council Member Young passed on the words of appreciation from the Arts Council concerning the remodeling of the stage at the Tabernacle. The added stage and storage area gives the orchestra more dignity and elbow room that they have not had before. They are thrilled with the new stage and lighting. There is another Orchestra concert scheduled for the 9th of November, 2005. B.Council Member Benfield: Beautification · Traffic & Safety Council Member Benfield indicated that the Beautification Committee will meet this Friday. She mentioned the clean up campaign this month for the City. The commercial businesses can participate in the cleanup by calling City Hall to schedule their cleanup th. efforts. The Traffic and Safety Committee will meet at 5:15 p.m. on October 18 Also, the Inauguration Day for the new BYU-I President is going to be held with a torch parade and a torch relay. She asked for thirty City volunteers to carry a torch in the event. Some of the participants will run in the torch relay. Council Member Erickson: Airport Board · Planning & Zoning meet tomorrow night. C. – Nothing to report. Vacancy: Golf Board D. E.Council Member Fullmer: Emergency Services Board Council Member Fullmer mentioned that the County has reimbursed the City for $97,659.78 for ambulance district costs for 2002 and 2003. He recommended implementing a billing approval process by all three entities for the Ambulance District like the billing approval process used in the City. All three entities would sign the invoice before payment. This will help eliminate possible confusion between the three entities. Council Member Fullmer indicated that there is a position to be filled in the Emergency Services Department. They are doing interviews to replace the paramedic, who quit earlier in the year. The interviews will be held a week from next Tuesday. They are working through that process to hire a new individual. He reviewed a new program called ICE (in case of an emergency). This program would be a calling tree programmed into your cell phone to notify individuals of an emergency. The ICE Program is done in other communities around the Country. Council Member Young asked if the City and County participated equally in the Emergency Services District. Council Member Fullmer indicated that the Ambulance District takes care of the operation and billings for the Ambulance District. This payment came directly from the County. The operation of the Ambulance is taken care of by the Ambulance District. The Fire Department and some of the Emergency Services are divided almost equally in thirds for the City, County and the Fire District. Council Member Erickson asked if Sugar City is involved in this payment. They are involved as residents of Madison County, not as a member of the Fire District as a City. Sugar City does not pay for City protection; however, they use County protection. Council Member Fullmer indicated that Sugar City is a member of the County Fire District and the County Ambulance District. The City handles the accounting for both the Emergency Services Board and the Fire District Board. The overheads are divided out in equal thirds. In the future, all three entities will sign off on the billings. 3 Council Member Anderson: Museum · Tabernacle · Parks & Recreation F. Council Member Anderson welcomed Jack Bowman to his new position as Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director. She mentioned that he is a competent employee, who is eager to serve. The Museum Committee is very enthusiastic. There is a student on that Committee too. The Parks and Recreation Committee is disappointed with the lack of progress on the Spray Park in Porter Park. Rexburg Motor Sports used the Westwood Theatre for a gathering. They volunteered to install the chairs in the Westwood Theatre to use the facility. They showed a recreation movie. The Council discussed the requests to use the Tabernacle without cost. Only fund raisers can use the building without a fee. They discussed requiring service towards the facility to use the Tabernacle without charge. Council Member Anderson commented on an intersection near McDonalds and Sonic Burgers that is dangerous. The exit from Kmart is a hazard due to the bushes at that intersection. She recommended lower bushes to help with visibility. Mayor Larsen reviewed the issues that arise from taking care of vacant lots as a paid service. City Attorney Zollinger reviewed the issue of yard cleanup for lots in the City that the City has attempted to clean up with a City employee. He recommended the land owner contract with a private company to do the yard cleanup without City intervention. Contractors would be used to do the work at the request of the owner. The City could initiate the cleanup effort by a private contractor and bill the owner if the owner did not take action. This will take the Public Works Director out of the business of yard cleanup. Under the present City policy, the owners of the lots blame the City if the work is not done. nd City Attorney Zollinger indicated the burned out house on 2 East is scheduled for demolition in the near future. There are two other structures in the City that are scheduled for demolition too. He mentioned the old Neilson home is gone and the old Siepert home is scheduled to be removed. Council Member Anderson mentioned that a metal building by the School District st Offices on North 1 East has been landscaped with trees and shrubs. It looks very nice. Americor Volunteer: Amber Goodman reviewed her Americor responsibilities with the Council. Her responsibility is to promote Americor’s five promises for youth. The Five Promises. The Five Promises have a powerful impact. Young people with the Five Promises do better in school, are more likely to pursue higher education and enjoy better relationships with their peers and families. They are less likely to engage in risky behaviors, and are five to 10 times more likely to become productive citizens in their communities. 1. Caring Adults2. Safe Places3. A Healthy Start and Future Ongoing relationships with Safe places with structured caring adults — parents, activities provide a space for youth Adequate nutrition, mentors, tutors or coaches to learn and grow. more exercise, and health care — offer youth support, care pave the way for healthy and guidance. more bodies, healthy minds, and smart habits for adulthood. more 4. Effective Education5. Opportunities to Help Others Marketable skills through effective education help Opportunities to give back to the youth navigate the transition community through service from school to work enhance self-esteem, boost successfully. more confidence and heighten a sense of responsibility to the community. more 4 They are working on reviving the Community Council. They just finished the project where Rexburg was announced as one of the 100 best Communities in the Country for children. Amber indicated that the next Americor Program is the promotion of an after school program for youth. G. Mayor Larsen: Trails of Madison County · Mayor’s Youth Advisory Board Nothing to report. The City Council discussed the need to review the City Department oversight reports in an executive session. Report on Projects: Public Works Director Millar reviewed the progress on the Roundabout. The landscaping bid was awarded to Triple A Landscaping. The lights for the Roundabout have been ordered. They will arrive in two to three weeks. Council Member Erickson requested the future bids for City projects include all of the amenities. John indicated that the Animal Control Shelter is an example of the bid being separated into different parts. The interior cages are being bid separately for the Animal Shelter. Other projects that are in process are the following: 1.Smith Park lights. 2.Water Slide tower has been removed. 3.Animal Control Shelter out for bid. 4.The grading is done at the water park site in Porter Park. 5.East side loop water project including the Mobile Home Park (North Hill and Hidden Valley Road to Nina Drive) 6.Sunset Circle LID is underway this week. Public Hearings: - None New Business : C.Resolution 2005-14 , establishing the policy for services outside the City limits. Mayor Larsen reviewed the new Resolution and opened up the issue for discussion after he read Resolution 2005-14: RESOLUTION FOR ESTABLISHING THE POLICY FOR SERVICES OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS Resolution 2005-14 WHEREAS , on the ____ day of ___________, 2005, the City Council for the City of Rexburg was duly convened upon notice properly given and a quorum was duly noted; and WHEREAS , the City Council desires to provide those services necessary for the safe and orderly growth of the areas immediately adjacent to the City of Rexburg; NOW THEREFORE , by resolution duly adopted on the date first above written, be it resolved by the Mayor and the City Council as follows: The City of Rexburg shall accept application from any property within the Rexburg Area of Impact for services including water and sewer; and The City of Rexburg shall evaluate any such application based upon the need, the threat to health and safety, and the ability on the part of the City of Rexburg to provide for the requested services; and The City of Rexburg shall cause such evaluation to be accomplished by the public works director or his designee; and 5 The Council of the City of Rexburg shall ultimately act upon such application based exclusively upon the will of the Council after having received a report from the public works department either approving the extension of services outside the City limits, or denying the extension of services; and Should the Council vote to approve the extension of the services, the applicant shall execute written verification and acceptance in the form provided at the time by the City of a willingness and desire to be annexed to the City of Rexburg at such time as the City deems annexation to be appropriate; and The applicant shall be responsible for all costs associated with the extension of any service outside the City of Rexburg. RESOLVED this ______day of __________, 2004 City Council, City of Rexburg, Idaho ________________________________ SIGNED BY: Shawn Larsen, Mayor ________________________________ ATTEST: Blair D. Kay, City Clerk Council Member Fullmer reviewed the last paragraph. How about City over sizing. City Attorney Zollinger reviewed the policy currently in existence to comply with the last paragraph. Council Member Fullmer indicated that the City needs to be proactive in protecting the City’s water. Council Member Fullmer moved to approve Resolution 2005-14; Council Member The motion carried. Anderson seconded the motion; all voted aye, none opposed. D.Existing Resolution 2000-04, seek to annex properties currently being served utilities outside the CITY OF REXBURG. City Attorney Zollinger reviewed Resolution 2004-04. In light of the last council meeting discussion on City services outside of the City, Attorney Zollinger wanted to make the City Council aware of this Resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-04 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO, TO SEEK TO ANNEX PROPERTIES CURRENTLY BEING SERVED BY CITY WATER OR WASTEWATER SERVICES, AND TO OFFER INCENTIVES TO THOSE THAT AGREE TO THE ANNEXATION WITHIN A LIMITED TIME PERIOD. WHEREAS, the City of Rexburg, Idaho, currently owns and operates a water distribution system, and a wastewater collection and treatment system, and; WHEREAS, the cost of owning and operating said systems is bourne primarily by the residents living within the corporate limits of the City of Rexburg, and; WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Rexburg, deems it in the best interests of the City to no longer allow connections to made to the City Water or Wastewater infrastructure systems by properties not within the corporate limits, and; WHEREAS, the City desires to have all properties being served by said infrastructure systems within the corporate limits of Rexburg, and; 6 WHEREAS, there are currently a number of residences outside the corporate limits of the City that receive services from the above mentioned infrastructures, and; WHEREAS, the City is desirous of annexing those properties currently being served by the City water or wastewater. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I: The City of Rexburg, Idaho, does hereby declare its intention to offer any residential property owner currently receiving water or wastewater services from the City of Rexburg an opportunity to request annexation before the December 31, 2000, and receive a waiver of front foot fees generally associated with such requests. SECTION II. Any residential property owner wishing to take advantage of the annexation incentive must notify the City of Rexburg of their intention to do so, by calling 359-3020. SECTION III. Any request to connect to the water and wastewater infrastructure of the City of Rexburg which would result in property outside the corporate limits of said City receiving services from the City, shall be prohibited. This Resolution, on being put to a vote, was carried by the vote of the council members present as follows: Glen Pond YES Marsha Bjornn NO Donna Benfield YES Kay Beck NO Paul Pugmire YES Farrell Young NO th The passage of this resolution is hereby confirmed this 5 day of April, 2000. ____________________________ Mayor Bruce Sutherland ATTEST: _____________________________ Marilyn Hansen, City Clerk Mayor Larsen and the Council discussed the reasoning for the resolution that was passed in April of 2000. City Attorney Zollinger mentioned that the intent of the Resolution was to seek annexation of any parcel receiving City services outside the City limits. He reviewed the new Resolution where the City has offered services and future annexation to parcels outside the City: RESOLUTION FOR ESTABLISHING THE POLICY FOR SERVICES OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS Resolution 2005-14 th WHEREAS , on the 05 day of October, 2005, the City Council for the City of Rexburg was duly convened upon notice properly given and a quorum was duly noted; and WHEREAS , the City Council desires to provide those services necessary for the safe and orderly growth of the areas immediately adjacent to the City of Rexburg; NOW THEREFORE , by resolution duly adopted on the date first above written, be it resolved by the Mayor and the City Council as follows: The City of Rexburg shall accept application from any property within the Rexburg Area of Impact for services including water and sewer; and 7 The City of Rexburg shall evaluate any such application based upon the need, the threat to health and safety, and the ability on the part of the City of Rexburg to provide for the requested services; and The City of Rexburg shall cause such evaluation to be accomplished by the public works director or his designee; and The Council of the City of Rexburg shall ultimately act upon such application based exclusively upon the will of the Council after having received a report from the public works department either approving the extension of services outside the City limits, or denying the extension of services; and Should the Council vote to approve the extension of the services, the applicant shall execute written verification and acceptance in the form provided at the time by the City of a willingness and desire to be annexed to the City of Rexburg at such time as the City deems annexation to be appropriate; and The applicant shall be responsible for all costs associated with the extension of any service outside the City of Rexburg. th RESOLVED this 05 day of October, 2004 City Council, City of Rexburg, Idaho ________________________________ SIGNED BY: Shawn Larsen, Mayor ________________________________ ATTEST: Blair D. Kay, City Clerk Council Member Young requested the elimination of Resolution 2000-04 because the new Resolution 2005-14 covers the intent of the prior resolution. City Attorney Zollinger commented on the question of annexation. Once the decision is made that the City is ready for annexation of an area that has received City services, they should come into the City. Council Member Anderson indicated that the major reason for the annexation of lands outside of the City was because they are on City services. Mayor Larsen indicated that it was good policy to serve properties where it will protect the Cities water supply. City Attorney Zollinger asked the City Council if they wanted to maintain this policy. Council Member Young asked if there were other properties outside the City currently receiving City services. Public Works Director Millar indicated that all properties receiving City services are inside the City except Rexburg Heights. Council Member Young moved to rescind Resolution 2000-04; Council Member Erickson seconded; Discussion: Council Member Fullmer reiterated his desire to annex Rexburg Heights. Mayor Larsen wondered why the Resolution in 2000 was initiated without moving forward with the annexation of Rexburg Heights. City Attorney Zollinger reviewed the history of annexations in the City since 2000. th The 12 West annexation slowed down the annexation process for the City after Resolution 2000-04 was passed. The City Council was sending a clear message to annex th properties on City services. The 5 West properties were annexed at the time of this Resolution 2000-04. Mayor Larsen called for a vote: 8 Those voting ayeThose voting nay Donna Benfield Nyle Fullmer Rex Erickson G. Farrell Young Irma Anderson The motion carried by a majority vote. E.CDBG Grant Application (Community Development Block Grant) th Commissioner Meeting the 10 of October, at 11:00 p.m. will discuss slum and blight in the downtown area plus alley comprehensive plan. The city would submit the application. Sewer line money would be used as matching funds. County Parking lot F.Annexation request by Fujimotos near the proposed University Blvd. Planning and Zoning Administrator Kurt Hibbert reviewed the request for annexation on the overhead screen. The area includes the University Boulevard that is proposed to nd be built from the South interchange to 2 West. The City Council discussed other properties that may be included in this proposal. Mayor Larsen indicated that the City should look at the bigger picture for planning purposes. Other properties that were discussed were the properties that are located th between the South Yellowstone Hwy and on 5 West. There was some concerns from th the City Council about making an island on 5 West. Mayor Larsen asked if fees had been paid for this proposal. P&Z Administrator Hibbert indicated that the Fujimotos had paid annexation fees. The City Council continued to discuss the merits of annexation of properties adjacent to the City. Council Member Fullmer concurred that the City should ask other potential properties owners in this area if they would like to join in this annexation proposal. Council Member Erickson was not sure how the Planning and Zoning Commission would address the annexation proposal. Council Member Anderson asked if the road (University Blvd) was located on Fujimotos’ property. The road is proposed to go through their property. The issues are negotiable with the two parties. Public Works Director Millar indicated that LTAC has the road plans that were submitted by Keller and Associates – (Project Engineers). G.Westwood Theatre – request to use for a none profit Halloween party Adam Odd at 139 West Viking Drive, asked the City Council for permission to use the Westwood Theatre for a Halloween party to benefit the Red Cross disaster relief fund. th The event would be held on the 29 of October. He is seeking business support to help with some prizes and other support. The same group had a concert event earlier in the th year at the new Subway store on 4 South. It was called Delta Fest and BYU-I standards were observed. The Westwood Theatre proposal is for a Dance and costume party from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Adam has a carpet cleaning business and he offered to clean the theatre seats and carpet for using the building. They plan to charge a $5.00 entry charge as a donation. The City Council discussed the condition of the building and the need to repair the restrooms. The service trade for using the building was favorably received. This may set a precedent for future requests, so the City Council discussed the need to have guidelines in place for future events. The City may be inundated with future requests. Council Member Erickson was concerned with having a dance in the building because there is not adequate floor space for a dance. Adam mentioned that the participants 9 would not be dancing like dances from previous generations. Now, the students just stand and talk and move around to the music where they are standing. Mayor Larsen recognized the concerns and he indicated that the City does need to provide some policies for using the facility. It would be good exposure in the long run. There are six hundred seats in the building. City Attorney Zollinger indicated that the exit lights must be in working condition. Adam mentioned that they would have a police watch and a fire watch in the building with fifteen to twenty crowd regulators as a security staff. Council Member Erickson was concerned with packing a large number of people into buildings. Their past event was an outside event. This event is scary because it is in a building with a large number of people. Council Member Benfield asked about insurance for the building. City Attorney Zollinger indicated that the building comes under the City insurance umbrella per the City’s Insurance carrier (ICRIMP.) Mayor Larsen mentioned that the City had opened up the building to a private company that put in the seats. The group would have to comply with all of the City rules and regulations. The Fire Chief can help them with occupancy limits. The basement and the area behind the stage would be off limits because of the need for duel access. City Attorney Zollinger indicated that off-duty police have helped with events in the past. Adam indicated that they would be happy to comply with the City regulations. Council Member Benfield asked why the group did not want to use a more attractive location. Adam mentioned that the building would be perfect for a Halloween event because it is old and in some disarray. It would be an ideal location for showing an old scary movie. Recreation Director Bowman mentioned that is was fun to see the theatre lit up again. Council Member Fullmer ( moved recommended) using the building because it would be a huge draw to the downtown area. The donation in kind and a portion of gate would be a possibility. He wanted to call it the old name as the “Romance theatre.” He recommended that the requestor meet with Staff and the Fire Department on the proposal to determine the occupancy numbers and other safety requirements for a public gathering; Council Member Anderson seconded the motion including cleaning the standing seats and carpet with in-kind service. The promoter would be responsible for any damage to Council Member Benfield the building or fixtures with the event. Discussion: indicated the importance of having guidelines to use the building. She asked “how does the City Mayor Larsen Council want to use the building?” invited the City Council to go over to Mayor Larsen building after the meeting. called for a vote on the motion. Those voting ayeThose voting nay Donna Benfield Rex Erickson Nyle Fullmer G. Farrell Young Irma Anderson The motion carried. Council Member Young was concerned with a dance in the building. They would not Council Member Erickson be allowed on the stage. does not think it was purchased for this type of event. It should be for Cultural Arts events. Where do you draw the line? We are asking for disaster. Sitting in chairs would be different. Five hundred to six hundred students mingling without restrooms would be a disaster. Mayor Larsen referred to a recent meeting with Dawn Wells from Driggs, which showed an interest in using the building. Other entities have contacted Mayor Larsen for an opportunity to use the building. Council Member Erickson indicated a need to spend money for repairs before six hundred students use the facility. 10 Council Member Anderson asked Recreation Director Bowman for a report after the event. Mayor Larsen and the City Council want Adam to report on the outcome of the event, too. Council Member Fullmer indicated great opportunities will come to use the Theatre. He recommended giving the City Staff the directive to kill the proposal if problems are identified that would cause problems. 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. 1. BILL 939 Revisions No. 1 Development Code – Deferred D.Tabled Items : Those items which have been the subject of an affirmative vote to a motion to table: 1.Resolution 2004-22 (Adoption of Vision 2020 Rexburg Comprehensive Plan Text – Tabled November 03, 2004) Old Business: - NONE Mayor’s Report: Mayor Larsen commented on an upcoming County meeting on October 10, 2005, to discuss a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The old Cenex building on Main Street is in the CDBG proposal. Public Works Director Millar reported on an agreement with the Idaho Transportation Department for the Power and Maintenance of the Signals and Hwy 33 in the City. The City does the side streets for those intersections at a 40% cost in the contract. The new th agreement is due to the signal being installed on 12 West, plus the Valley River Center street light. The City maintains four signals. st Mayor Larsen had a safety concern on 1 North and Main Street. The street light is being replaced by ITD. The project is taking a long time. There are some safety concerns with pedestrians before and after the crossing guard is on duty. The new street light is being installed under an ITD contract, so the City does not have any control over the project. Public Works Director Millar offered Resolutions 2005-15 to the City Council for approval to add the new street lights to the ITD street light contract. Council Member Fullmer moved to approve Resolution 2005-15 for the Street Light Contract allowing Mayor Larsen to sign the contract and Resolution 2005-15; Council Member Erickson seconded the motion; all voted aye, none opposed. The motion carried. Mayor Larsen mentioned that the Street Levy funding presentations are being presented to service clubs and other groups in the City. The next large meeting will be at City Hall th on the 26 of October, 2005 at 6:00 p.m. Council Member Erickson and Financial Officer Horner gave a Levy presentation to the Rexburg Lions Club recently too. Calendar: October 10 - Tabernacle and Upper Valley Arts Council Committee meeting at 2:00 p.m. CDBG county meeting at 11:00 a.m. October 12 - Tax meeting at the Chamber of Commerce. October 17 - Ground breaking at the Development Company. October 26 – Open House for Street Levy presentation. 11 November 09 – City Council meeting at 5:00 p.m. to canvas the vote. November 16– City Council meeting at 7:30 p.m. November 30 – Possible employee appreciation event at 6:30 p.m. Mayor Larsen asked John and Jack to provide a list of Eagle Scout projects. The City is working with Utah Power for a fixed rate for unmetered decorative lights that can be used in the neighborhoods. Utah Power is not interested in maintaining the decorative lights in this program. The City will own the lights and do the maintenance. The City is working on an existing Urban Renewal District Area that will be enlarged before the end of the year. The Rexburg Children’s Museum Board sent a letter to the LDS Church asking for a change in location for the proposed Children’s Museum for the old pump house to the st LDS Church’s clothing store on 1 North near the library. The Teton Dam Marathon Committee is starting up the Committee for the 2006 Marathon. The Millhollow Road design is waiting for an LID proposal. The LID will be a winter project for the Staff. Mayor Larsen mentioned the recent National League of Cities Conference (NLC) that emphasized strengthen Youth. The Citizen’s Advisory Board for the INL. Adjournment ________________________________ Shawn Larsen, Mayor Attest: _______________________________ Blair D. Kay, City Clerk 12