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City Council Minutes – September 6, 2023
Mayor Jerry Merrill
Council Members:
Robert Chambers Jordan Busby
Mikel Walker Tisha Flora
Colin Erickson Bryanna Johnson
City Staff:
Stephen Zollinger – City Attorney
Matt Nielson – Finance Officer
Keith Davidson – Public Works Director
Alan Parkinson – Planning & Zoning Administrator
Scott Johnson – Economic Development Director
Deborah Lovejoy – City Clerk
5:00 P.M. 2022 Transportation Plan Work Meeting – Keith Davidson and Horrocks Engineering
Patrick Sullenger asked for the Councilmember’s viewpoint regarding the alignment of East Parkway Corridor through Sunrise Drive, the costs associated with corridor, the need for the
corridor and the feedback the engineers are relaying back to the Councilmembers regarding the corridor. Council Member Flora said the feedback from the engineers has been that the city
is going to need the corridor. The corridor is built upon need and not built all at once. The federal law requires the city to have a Transportation Plan.
Discussion of when the need for the corridor will be through Sunrise Drive. Mayor Merrill said city staff does not know what the costs to build the corridor are going be because they
do not know when that section of the corridor is going to be needed. Mr. Sullenger asked who determines when the Sunrise Drive section of the corridor is going to be needed. Mayor Merrill
said one aspect that will determine the need for that section of the corridor to be built is development. Currently, there isn’t a developer desiring to develop the area near Sunrise;
however, change can occur at any given time and when development occurs, the right of way is established for roads.
Council Member Johnson said her point of view is that the East Parkway corridor is not a priority at this time. She said she disagrees with the section of corridor that runs through
both neighborhoods. Council President Busby said if the corridor were to go through Sunrise Drive, the road could be designated a certain way to lower the speed for safety.
Lee Barney said he reviewed the information regarding East Parkway corridor and determined the financial impact the corridor would have in the city. He said it would take 18 years of
tax money to fund the road. He believes commercial development surrounding Sunrise Drive would diminish most of the downtown businesses. Council Member Flora explained the corridor
could take about 40 years to complete and grants will help fund some sections of the corridor. For example, the bridge that is going over the river is being paid for by grant funds.
The bridge will go over the south fork of Teton River to line up to 9th East and connect 7th North to Barney Dairy Road. City staff has implemented the most critical sections of the
corridor, such as the bridge, through grants and not the city’s tax income. She said if the need for a section of corridor never arises then it will not be implemented until the need
arises. The city does not have the capability to pay for the corridor by itself.
Public Works Director Davidson explained the main aspect of the Transportation Plan is to plan for the future so as an area develops the infrastructure locations have already been planned
to handle the increased traffic, water, and wastewater use. There needs to be a major necessity for new infrastructure to be implemented. When development occurs, the developer is responsible
for the cost of the new road; however, the city pays for the increased size and width of an existing road.
Mr. Barney expressed his concerns about the corridor becoming a belt route. Public Works Director Davidson said the Transportation Plan shows the East Parkway corridor with a few connecting
roads, so that is not going to be the case. They are planning on more connecting roads to the corridor and it is not going to be a belt route.
Council Member Erickson said the Transportation Plan is a planning document that is mandated by the federal government. The road locations in the Transportation Plan could change depending
on
where development occurs. Currently, there is a highway and a river that divide the city and planning needs to occur to be able to move traffic across the highway and river. He said
he has contacted the Idaho Transportation Department regarding another highway overpass, and they gave him a 15-to-20-year window of when they would start planning for another Rexburg
overpass.
McKinley Molina asked for an alternative route for the section of corridor planned to go through Sunrise Drive. She wondered why there isn’t more transparency and why the Councilmembers
do not have the same knowledge as Public Works Director Davidson. Council Member Flora replied, Mrs. Molina is correct in that information is difficult to locate on the city’s website;
however, the Councilmembers are not going to have the same engineering knowledge as Public Works Director Davidson. Council Member Flora said part of leadership is turning to professionals
that work for the city. Mrs. Molina said the residents are asking questions and for an alternate solution to that section of the corridor. She wondered why there isn’t a board of professionals
that could offer another option. Mayor Merrill said Horrocks Engineering is the firm assisting the city in developing the Transportation Plan and one of their representatives is here
at the meeting to answer any questions pertaining to the Transportation Plan.
Discussion regarding the land owned by BYU-Idaho surrounding Sunrise Drive. Mrs. Molina said she spoke with a BYU-Idaho University representative about purchasing their land near her
home and they said they are not interested in selling the land. She said she does not foresee the university developing the land and wondered why Sunrise Drive would need to be a part
of the corridor. She asked why the city engineer is so set on having the corridor be a part of Sunrise Drive when there are other options.
Council Member Johnson said the Councilmembers have heard the residents’ concerns with Sunrise Drive being a part of the corridor. She said she does not understand, if the Councilmembers
are not 100% in favor of changing the location of the corridor through Sunrise Drive, why continue to have this discussion. If the Councilmembers absolutely refuse to consider any other
options, it feels like a waste of time. If the Councilmembers already have it set in their minds to not consider a change, why have another meeting. The residents in this neighborhood
have an issue with that small section of the corridor, why can’t that small part be fixed. Council Member Johnson stated in Rexburg we do not like main roads going through our neighborhoods.
Mayor Merrill said the city needs to plan ahead for future growth; however, the plans are not fully implemented until the growth is occurring such as the East Parkway corridor and overpass
over Highway 20. Council Member Flora said she believes the residents are feeling stressed about the section of corridor on Sunrise Drive as if it were to be built this year because
there were engineers surveying Sunrise Drive. Public Works Director Davidson said Sunrise Drives was being surveyed because they are needing to reroute the sewer lines in that section.
Nathan Wattson said he believes the city’s Engineering Department has been surveying Sunrise Drive for a road and not only to reroute the service lines. He has heard Public Works Director
Davidson mention the continuation of Sunrise Drive will be in two to three years. He said he would appreciate clear transparency from the city officials and staff. He would like an
actual timeline of when they plan to build that section of the corridor and the actual number of lanes in the road. He asked Public Works Director Davidson if there are alternate plans
to reroute the corridor away from Sunrise Drive. Public Works Director Davison said to be clear the Transportation Plan shows lines where they are approximately going to build the road
plus right of way width. During the interim phase of development in that area, a two lane would be sufficient to move traffic. The exact configuration of the road is not implemented
until traffic volumes rise then the road is designed and engineered to fit those specific configurations.
Public Works Director Davidson said the East Parkway Corridor is not new to the Transportation Plan, it has been planned since the year 1979. Mr. Wattson asked if the University Boulevard
and Sunrise Drive connection is needed. Public Works Director Davidson explained, currently, that connection is not needed; however, as growth occurs in Valley View subdivision the
traffic volume will increase, and University Boulevard and Sunrise Drive connection will be needed. Mr. Wattson asked if growth will be the determining factor of that road connection
and not because grant money is available. Public Works Director Davidson said if there is grant money available to build a particular section of roadway and that roadway aligns then
it should be built.
Curtis Martin said he read through the 2003 Transportation Plan, and he believes there was no consideration of the Crest Haven subdivision when they decided the location of the corridor.
There was also no alternative route in the 2004 plan. In the 2013 Transportation Plan there were higher priority areas of the East Parkway corridor. The bridge was one of the high priority
items of the corridor.
Greg Newkirk compared the planning process of the East Parkway corridor to the building plans of the Teton Dam. He believes the planning process of the corridor has been riddled with
problems such as confirmation bias, insularity, and many other things. There are a lot of upset residents because they are directly impacted by the corridor. He said there is a need
for the East Parkway corridor and transportation improvements; however, he believes there is a problem with the corridor plan. He asked the Councilmembers to hire someone with organizational
psychology skills that is not an engineer, planner or attorney. He said it is his belief that if this road is built as a five lane, it will be as catastrophic as the Teton Dam, there
will be lives lost.
Mr. Waston asked if Sunrise Drive could be taken off the East Parkway corridor. He suggested alternate corridor locations such as Poleline Road or 7th South or further to the south closer
to the Thornton Interchange. The residents near Sunrise Drive are desiring answers as to why these alternate locations are not a possibility.
Greg Wilson said he did not attend the first meeting; however, it seems the city’s course of action has not changed since the first meeting regarding the location of the corridor through
Sunrise Drive. The residents are asking for another course of action regarding the corridor.
Mark Sunderland said he lives 10 houses down from Sunrise Drive. As a resident he does not feel heard by the Councilmembers when discussing alternative locations for that section of
the corridor. He understands there is a need for another access onto highway 20; however, the projected development across from the temple has not happened. The considerations the
residents near Sunrise Drive are asking for are life safety first and foremost and the inconvenience is secondary. He has seen zero consideration and zero actual pieces of collected
data, proposed information, proposed solutions and possible connection from University Boulevard to Poleline Road. The Highway 20 connection through the Thorton Interchanges has also
not been considered. Mr. Sunderland asked for the city to be more open and transparent to make it easier to find information regarding the Transportation Plan on the city’s website.
Mayor Merrill suggested the discussion of having the East Parkway Corridor through Sunrise Drive be postponed until additional studies are reviewed. Serena Kugath said she was at the
City Council meeting in 2009 opposing the East Parkway Corridor through Sunrise Drive. She said the residents do not want this section of the corridor near their neighborhood. The city’s
priority should be the safety of children, families, and neighborhoods.
Barbra Schwartz expressed her concerns with the city’s transparency regarding the public’s concerns regarding infrastructure projects. She asked the Councilmembers to consider the citizen’s
input and the impact a road will have on a neighborhood.
Doug Olson expressed his gratitude to live in the United States of America. He thanked the Councilmembers for serving the residents of the city.
Discussion regarding the sidewalk near the Madison Memorial Hospital. The hospital agreed to have the sidewalk installed.
6:30 P.M. City Hall (0:00:06)
Mayor Merrill said the prayer
Council President Busby led the pledge
Roll Call of Council Members:
Attending: Council Member Flora, Council Member Johnson, Council Member Chambers, Council Member Erickson, Council Member Walker, Council President Busby and Mayor Merrill
Welcome New Employees: Kristoper Barwick – I.T. Department; Carston Chidester – Wastewater Treatment Department; Kael Bowman – Parks Department (0:03:32)
Kristoper Barwick said he moved to Rexburg, Idaho from Arizona. He introduced his wife and two children. They hope to enjoy the outdoors while living in Idaho. He enjoys fishing and
camping.
Carston Chidester said he lives in Rigby and moved to Idaho from Nevada when he was 11 years old. He graduated from BYU-Idaho University. He has enjoyed working for the city’s Wastewater
Treatment Department.
Amend the Agenda as per Idaho State Statute §74-204(4)(b): Amendment to include addition of Item 9(D) Founder’s Square Plat Approval
Council President Busby moved to Amend the Agenda as per Idaho State Statute §74-204(4)(b): Amendment to include addition of Item 9(D) Founder’s Square Plat Approval; Council Member
Flora seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora none
Council Member Johnson
Council Member Chambers
Council Member Erickson
Council Member Walker
Council President Busby
The motion carried.
Public Comment: Limit 3 minutes; issues may be considered for discussion on a future agenda. Please keep comments on point and respectful.
Mark Sunderland invited everyone to attend the first annual Rexburg Duck Race. The event is taking place this coming Saturday, September 9th at Riverside Park from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00
P.M with the duck race starting at 5:00 P.M. The purpose of the event is to bring community awareness of the proposed creation of the Madison Recreation District. They hope to gather
sufficient signatures to petition to have the recreation district on the November ballot. The campaign committee has been working on informing the citizens about creating the Madison
Recreation District for the past nine months. They need to collect 1500 signatures for the petition. He asked everyone to purchase a duck at $5 each on the Madison County Rec District
Campaign Facebook page.
Staff Reports: (0:20:08)
Finance: – Matt Nielson
Review Fiscal Year 2024 Budget in Brief
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the 2024 Budget in Brief Highlights.
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the street, water, wastewater, Urban Renewal Agency, and other city projects.
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the Total Expense and Revenues Budget.
Finance Officer Nielson reviewed the debt service, estimate census, property taxes.
Council Member Flora asked who decides which percentage of taxes the county is paid compared to the city? City Attorney Zollinger explained the county and city budget is based on the
levies. The levy rate is driven by two factors which are the budget and the assesed value of property. Council Member Flora asked if the county decides to reduce the roads and bridge
budget does that reduce the city’s street budget? Finance Officer Nielson replied, yes the city’s street budget would see a reduction in that budget.
Finance Officer Nielson said more budget information could be found on the city’s website using the following link https://www.rexburg.org/finance /page/budget-reports, the link is also
on the city’s utility newsletter.
Council Member Flora explained the option sales tax in states like Utah which funds recreation centers. In Idaho it is illegal to charge an option sales tax.
Discussion regarding property tax increases. Finance Officer Nielson explained the county assessor assesses a property based on the market and assesses within 10 percent of market value.
In the last three to four years the residential properties have skyrocketed in price. Idaho has been one of the fastest growing states by percentage for the last three years. There
is the budget and the assessed value for residential taxes which have increased because the assessed values have increased substantially. Whereas, in commercial and agriculture the
taxes have stayed the same or have decreased. City Attorney Zollinger mentioned county assessors assess property on a three-year rolling bases so not all residents will see an increase
in taxes at the same time.
Budget Survey discussion on Engage Rexburg
Finance Officer Nielson explained there is a budget survey that will be made live to the public. The purpose of the survey is to gather input from our citizens to help guide budget decisions
during the annual Budget process and to know their opinion regarding what City services should be prioritized. Council Member Flora said the survey is a little long; however, very
informative in understanding the budget process. The survey will help us to know which areas our community members desire the city to spend money. She wondered why the Police and Fire
are listed in the essential services and the ambulance is not listed. Finance Officer Nielson replied, he will add the ambulance with the police and fire option in the survey.
Finance Officer Nielson said the survey will be made available on the engage.rexburg.org website this fall. Council Member Flora asked how the residents will know when survey is available.
Finance Officer Nielson replied, if a resident has subscribed to the Engage Rexburg website, they will receive a notification and through social media, and city newsletter.
Council Member Johnson suggested adding a description of the services included in the survey. Council Member Chambers suggested adding a comment box in the survey indicating why an item
was ranked low. The average time it is going to take to complete the survey. He is in favor of the survey because it is educational for both residents and Councilmembers.
Recreation: - Jeff Crowther
Update on Pickle Ball Courts and Teton River Park Plans
Recreation Director Crowther said he was asked to give an update on the Pickle Ball Courts and the Teton River Park plans. He has been touring other cities with Pickle Ball courts and
has contacted other recreation directors regarding Pickle Ball court layouts. He has also spent a lot of effort getting feedback from local Pickle Ball players such as Kevin Kimball,
the local Pickle Ball ambassador. Mr. Kimball has assisted in spearheading the efforts in growing Pickel Ball in the city. A survey regarding Pickle Ball was sent out to residents.
Recreation Director Crowther reviewed some of the questions in the survey.
Recreation Director Crowther said when touring other cities with Pickle Ball courts he found the most well-designed layout. He requested the city mirror the well-designed Pickle Ball
court layout. The layout has sidewalks for easy access onto the courts and for spectators to watch from a closer distance. The city’s Pickle Ball courts will be completed in two phases.
The size of the Pickle Ball Court will be about 34x64 feet. They are going to install poles to light the courts and trees will be placed where indicated on the map as a noise barrier.
Council Member Johnson asked when they will begin phase 1 of the Pickle Ball Court project. Recreation Director Crowther replied, phase one of the project will begin in the summer of
2024 and they will plant the trees during phase 1.
Discussion regarding the costs of building the Pickle Ball Courts.
Recreation Director Crowther reviewed the south section of Teton River Park and the amenities. He explained when the survey was sent to residents regarding which amenities they would
prefer the new park to have, trails were high on the list of amenities and so was easy access to the river. This park is designed for teenagers and young adults. Some of the amenities
on the south section of the park include sand volleyball courts, concrete pathways, and pavilions.
Recreation Director Crowther reviewed the north section design of the Teton River Park. The main focus of the north side of the park is going to be the river. The amenities on the north
section will have a lot of beach areas and water rafting with varying levels of difficulties. Some dam structures will need to be placed in the river to maintain water levels during
the low water levels in the river. The temporary dams will need to be approved by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The north section will have a bike park with hills and jumps.
A paved pump track will also be available in the park.
Council Member Erickson asked about workout stations along the trails. Recreation Director Crowther replied, the park designer has not started to plan that level of amenities yet. Once
they build trails and connect them to existing trails, having the workout station along the trails would be a great amenity.
Discussion regarding the dam structures. Mayor Merrill clarified the dam structures they are planning to use do not completely block the water flow. The water pools in front of the structure
until it flows around the structure. Mayor Merrill explained the Teton River Park is a multi-year project because the city does not have sufficient funds available to complete the project.
City Grant Writer Flanary applied for an urban forestry grant and if awarded, the funds could be used for the costs of trees and grass for the new park.
Public Works: - Keith Davidson
Mayor’s Business: (0:50:13)
Mayor Merrill reported the city was awarded a $5,000 grant from Rocky Mountain Power. The grant was for a wheelchair accessible swing for one of the city parks. The installation costs
of the swing are not covered by the grant, some additional funds will be needed.
Mayor Merrill reported city Grant Writer Flanary applied for a two-million-dollar grant from the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) Strategic Initiatives grant program and if awarded,
the funds will be used to reconstruct sections of Pioneer, Yellowstone, and University roads. He said another grant the city has applied for is the ITD Reconnecting Communities and
Neighborhoods to plan and design road connections across Highway 20 at Moody, 7th South and Poleline roads. The city is actively applying for grants.
Mayor Merrill mentioned the many ribbon cutting ceremonies for the new businesses taking place in the city. One of the new businesses being the new Wendy’s near Wal-Mart.
Items for Consideration: (0:56:31)
Planning and Zoning recommendation to approve a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow a wood shop home based business in Rural Residential 2 (RR2) Zone at 455 Twisted Willow, Rexburg,
ID #23-00404 – Alan Parkinson
City Planner Baldwin mentioned some of the concerns the Planning and Zoning Commissioner brought forward. Council Member Johnson said one of the CUP requirements is that the business
will not alter property. She wondered how a porta potty in front of home does not alter the property. Mr. Tait explained the only feasible location for the porta potty is in his front
yard so that the company cleaning out the porta potty has access.
Mayor Merrill asked Mr. Tait how many employees he has working for him. Mr. Tait replied there is only one employee at this time and by the time he expects to hire another employee he
will move to a commercial space. Planning and Zoning Administrator Parkinson recommended putting a time limit of how long the porta potty could be on his property. City Attorney Zollinger
said the Development Code has a temporary use of 180 days and then porta potty would have to be removed.
Council Member Flora moved to approve a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow a wood shop home based business in Rural Residential 2 (RR2) Zone at 455 Twisted Willow, Rexburg, ID with
a condition to remove the porta potty in six months; Council President Busby seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora none
Council Member Johnson
Council Member Chambers
Council Member Erickson
Council Member Walker
Council President Busby
The motion carried.
Planning and Zoning recommendation to approve a rezone at approximately 458 E Moody Rd from Light Industrial (LI) to Community Business Center (CBC) Zone #23-00398. Designated as Ordinance
No 1303 and considered first read if motion passes – Alan Parkinson
City Planner Baldwin reviewed the staff report for the proposed rezone at approximately 458 E Moody Road from Light Industrial (LI) to Community Business Center (CBC) Zone.
Council Member Erickson moved to approve Ordinance No 1303 a rezone at approximately 458 E Moody Rd from Light Industrial (LI) to Community Business Center (CBC) Zone and considered
first; Council Member Johnson seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora none
Council Member Johnson
Council Member Chambers
Council Member Erickson
Council Member Walker
Council President Busby
The motion carried.
Planning and Zoning recommendation to approve the final draft of the newly updated 2023 Comprehensive Plan #23-00503 as complied by Logan Simpson Consultants. Designated as Resolution
No. 2023 – 12 if motion passes – Alan Parkinson and Megan Moore, ASLA Logan Simpson
Planning and Zoning Administrator Parkinson said after collecting input from the Councilmembers, residents and city staff for over a year about the Comprehensive Plan, he is recommending
approval of the newly updated Comprehensive Plan. Council Member Flora said Cultural Arts Director Platt made comments regarding the historical designations in the Comprehensive Plan.
Planning and Zoning Administrator Parkinson replied, the designation Mr. Platt requested were added where possible.
Council Member Johnson mentioned several citizens had a difficult time locating the Comprehensive Plan draft. She wondered if city staff could make it easier to locate information on
the city website and other forms of communication. Planning and Zoning Administrator Parkinson said
several city staff members and the residents that stated they had difficulty locating the information on the website met to discuss how city staff can better inform the public. They
discussed which method to use to make it easier to navigate the city website.
Council Member Walker moved to approve Resolution No 2023 – 12 the final draft of the updated 2023 Comprehensive Plan as complied by Logan Simpson Consultants; Council Member Erickson
seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora none
Council Member Johnson
Council Member Chambers
Council Member Erickson
Council Member Walker
Council President Busby
The motion carried.
Planning and Zoning recommendation to approve the Founder’s Square Phase 3 Plat located at the end of Sunrise Dr and zoned as Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1) #23-00085 – Alan Parkinson
Planning and Zoning Administrator Parkinson reviewed the Founder’s Square Phase 3 Plat located at the end of Sunrise Drive and zoned as Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1).
Council Member Chambers moved to approve the Founder’s Square Phase 3 Plat located at the end of Sunrise Dr and zoned as Low Density Residential 1 (LDR1); Council Member Johnson seconded
the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora none
Council Member Johnson
Council Member Chambers
Council Member Erickson
Council Member Walker
Council President Busby
The motion carried.
Calendared Bills: (1:14:01)
Tabled Items:
Adopt the updated 2022 Madison County Transportation Plan
Mayor Merrill asked City Attorney Zollinger about the procedure to remove the tabled item to adopt the updated Madison County Transportation Plan. City Attorney Zollinger explained the
reason this item was tabled was to remind the Councilmembers of the update to the Madison County Transportation Plan; however, the city already has a Madison County Transportation Plan.
The only change to the transportation plan was voted upon at the April 5th, 2023, City Council Meeting. The change was re-aligning the East Parkway Corridor from Sunrise Drive down
past Millhollow Road and S Hidden Valley Road to Sunrise Drive past Autumn Dr to tie into East 7th South. City Attorney Zollinger said the Madison County Transportation Plan exists
and it exists in the same format that has existed primarily since the year 2023 with the changes that have been made to certain segments not only the East Parkway Corridor. Other changes
have been made over the year such as road designations and these changes will continue to be made.
City Attorney Zollinger explained a new amendment to the Transportation Plan will require action by the Councilmembers. Currently, there is no action to be taken. This item is a discussion
that keeps being moved down on the agenda. Council Member Johnson asked about the procedure to request a new amendment to the Transportation Plan. City Attorney Zollinger replied if
the Councilmembers desire to remove this discussion item from the agenda they are allowed; however, to consider a new amendment to the plan a notice will need to be published. He reiterated
there is no pending action to the Transportation Plan.
Council Member Flora moved to remove from the table the Madison County Transportation Plan and remove form the City Council Meeting Agenda until a notice is published in the newspaper
in about four months; Council Member Chambers seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora none
Council Member Johnson
Council Member Chambers
Council Member Erickson
Council Member Walker
Council President Busby
The motion carried.
Second Reading: Those items which have been first read: NONE
Third Reading: Those items which have been second read:
Ordinance No 1301 Amendment to Ordinance No 1284 Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Appropriation Ordinance – Matt Nielson
Ordinance No. 1301
Amend Ordinance 1284 Fiscal Year 2023 Appropriation Ordinance
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1284, THE APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2022, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2023: APPROPRIATING
ADDITIONAL MONIES THAT HAVE BEEN OR ARE TO BE RECEIVED BY THE CITY OF REXBURG, IDAHO, AND BUDGET REDUCTIONS IN THE NET SUM OF ($8,106,200) AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Council President Busby moved to approve Ordinance No 1301 Amendment to Ordinance No 1284 Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Appropriation Ordinance and consider third read; Council Member Walker
seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora none
Council Member Johnson
Council Member Chambers
Council Member Erickson
Council Member Walker
Council President Busby
The motion carried.
Ordinance No 1302 Amendment to the Rexburg Development Code Ordinance No 1200 Pertaining to Animals/Livestock – Alan Parkinson
CITY OF REXBURG ORDINANCE NO. 1302
DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE 1200 AMENDMENTS
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CURRENT DEVELOPMENT CODE (PLANNING AND ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 1200) CONCERNING SUBSTANTIVE AND NON-SUBSTANTIVE ITEMS; THE FOLLOWING CHANGES HAVE BEEN MADE: AMENDMENTS
TO CHAPTER 2 DEFINITIONS – ADDED AND MODIFIED DEFINITIONS PERTAINING TO HOUSEHOLD PETS AND LIVESTOCK; 4.00.020 PERMITTED ACCESSORY USES; 4.00.040 HOME OCCUPATION REQUIREMENT EXCEPTIONS;
AMENDMENTS TO PERMITTED USES IN RR1, RR2, LDR1, LDR2, LDR3, MDR1, MDR2, HDR1 AND HDR2 ZONES (B) ANIMALS; PROVIDING FOR VIOLATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT
OF THE ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE ORDINANCE.
Council Member Erickson moved to approve Ordinance No 1302 Amendment to the Rexburg Development Code Ordinance No 1200 Pertaining to Animals/Livestock and consider third read; Discussion;
Council Member Walker said he is not in favor of voting for a city ordinance that did not need to be changed; Council Member Flora seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora Council Member Walker
Council Member Johnson Council President Busby
Council Member Chambers
Council Member Erickson
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. (1:22:50)
Minutes from August 16, 2023, City Council Meeting
Approve the City of Rexburg Bills
Approval of 2024 Beer and Wine Licenses
Council Member Walker moved to approve the Consent Calendar containing the minutes, city bills and 2024 Beer and Wine Licenses; Council President Busby seconded the motion; Mayor Merrill
asked for a vote:
Those voting aye Those voting nay
Council Member Flora none
Council Member Johnson
Council Member Chambers
Council Member Erickson
Council Member Walker
Council President Busby
The motion carried.
Adjournment 8:46 P.M.
APPROVED:
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Jerry Merrill, Mayor
Attest:
_____________________________
Marianna Gonzalez, Deputy City Clerk