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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979.09.05 CITY COUNCIL MINUTESf about putting in a Beer Bar. It is zoned. commercial. He ask Mary to check to see if he could put one in at that address. RE: STREET PROJECTS Mayor Porter told Council that a bill was being prepared for Jack Randall, Bob Lee, Thomason ~ Bowen and Ricks College for street projects. RE : MILLI~OLLOW PROJECT Discussion on the triangle that was Ieft at the Millhollow project. mayor Porter said that it would eventually have to be dug up and put gravel in it. RL : ADJ~OURNI:.IT Morgan Garner moved that the meeting be adjourned. Jim Morris seconded. All Aye. .fayox• Jo'_.:_ C. ~ort~r -'7 :~, ;~ ,;, Rose Bagley, Cit .lerk ._._ MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 5, 1979 1 State of Idaho) County of Madison(ss City of Rexburg) A meeting of the City Council for the City of Rexburg, Madison County, held on September 5, 1979, at the City Hall. J Present were the following: Mayor: Councilman Councilwoman: Also Present: Absent: John C. Porter Jim Morris Nile Boyle Barton Jensen Morgan Garner Darlene Blackburn Mary Smith, City Attorney Warren Porter Rose Bagley RE: MINUTES APPROVED It was moved by Morgan Garner, seconded by Nile Boyle and unanimously carried, that the minutes of August 15, 17th and 24th be approved. The Lyman 2nd and 3rd Ward Scouts attended. RE: TRAILER HOME AT 131 North 1st West The Mayor stated he had been contacted by Randy Lewis, asking to put a trailer home at 131 North 1st West for a year. Moved by Nile Boyle, seconded by Jim Morris and unanimously carried that he be permitted to place a trailer home at 131 North 1st West for one year. RE: INSTALLATION OF RAILROAD CROSSING SIGNS The Mayor reported he had received a proposed resolution from the Idaho Trans- portation Department, Division of Highways, for a Cooperation Agreement for in- stallation of advance warning railroad crossing signs under a Federal Aid Project, no matching funds necessary. However, that the City would have to maintain the same and assume all liability incurred by any act or omission, neglect or misconduct of the City or its consultant in the maintenance of the work. Jim Morris read and introduced the Resolution and moved its adoption. Seconded by Darlene Blackburn. The Mayor called for an Aye or Nay vote. On being polled, all Council members present voted Aye. The Mayor directed that a copy of the Resolution be attached to the minutes. RE: IDAHO STATE PARKS DEPARTMENT Mayor Porter reported that he had received a letter from the Idaho State Parks Department; that they had made an inspection of the community park and found everything fine except the grass had not grown: that as soon as the grass is up, they will finalize it. The Department congratulated the City on the fine park and the fine things we had done. Made some suggestions on the tot lot logs and the sand. The Mayor reported that next to the landfill the county had taken some chunks out and it keeps sinking, but the City will keep filling it in; that Dan was going to mow the weeds; that Dickersen, who is in charge of the football field, is going to replant it. RE: AMR CORPORATION---ZONING FOR REXBURG HEIGHTS David Benton representing AMR Corporation, stated that he had presented to the planning and Zoning Commission proposed zoning for Rexburg Heights. He presented the plan map requested annexation after decision on zoning by the Planning and Zoning Commission. The matter was discussed as well as necessary sewer lines. Mr. Benton explained the proposed Valley View Estated condominiums. The Mayor said the City might need more land for the water tower. Mr Benton said he didn't think that would be any problem. Mr. Benton said they had figured a square piece rather than a triangle. Matter was discussed. Mayor suggested that they keep it in mind. Roads in the development were discussed. Mr. Benton explained they were not planning to develop some at the present time but thought it well to have a development plan. Different development areas on the plan were discussed. Mr. Benton left the map with the Council. Barton Jensen stated the City should not have any part whatsoever in the lift station; that if the City annexes it, it is not responsible for that. RE: LICENSE FOR MOBILE SERVICE STATION Mark Garner and Lane Arnold requested a license for a mobile service station to go to businesses and homes. The Mayor stated they could not perform the services in the streets, nor solicit from door to door in the residential area. They assured the Council they would not solicit nor use the streets for their working area. Darlene Blackburn moved, seconded by Barton Jennen and unanimously carried, that the license be granted subject to those conditions. RE: LEASE OPTION AGREEMENT Allen M. Ball of Elliott Industrial Company presented a Lease Option Agreement pertaining to a backhoe for the City, and went through the agreement with the Council. The matter was discussed. Morgan Garner moved, seconded by Darlene Blackburn and unanimously carried that the City approve the Lease-Option Agreement and the Mayor and City Clerk sign it as well as each Council member and that a copy be attached to the minutes. RE: REPAIRS ON COMANCHE AND APACHE STREETS The Council discussed the repairs being made on Comanche and Apache streets. RE: WATER TOWER AGREEMENT Larry Perkins stated the City should finalize the agreement on the water tower and the engineering fees. The matter was discussed. The Council determined a 250,000 gallon tower would be sufficient. Mr. Perkins explained how engineering fees are computed. Mayor said Mr. Perkins had offered 8% fee and that it would cover the basics plus inspection. Moved by Bart Jensen that the City award the engineering contract on an 8% of the bid price payable on a monthly basis with 10% retained until completion. Seconded by Morgan Garner and unanimously carried. Barton Jensen stated the sewer the storm sewer location and c should be worked out and ready drains should be inspected and the City should figure out some so much money on drain ditches committee should get together and make plans for instruction. Matter discussed and that the project to go next spring. The Mayor stated that the storm the holding ponds scooped out. The Mayor stated catch basins so it wouldn't be necessary to spend for just one year. The Mayor ~;~.L~;gested that in regards to the storm sewer the City should make an agreement with the engineers to submit a plan to the City. The matter was dis- cussed. Mr. Perkins said the City should decide on a master plan. The Mayor suggested it be discussed at the special meeting September 7, 1979. RE: APPLICATION FOR A LICENSE TO SELL BEER -- BRENT HEBDON The Mayor stated the next order of business was the application of Brent Hebdon for a license to sell beer for consumption on the premises at 248 South 2nd West, Rexburg, Idaho. The Mayor read Mr. Hebdon's application which stated that the proposed location had plenty of parking area, was in a commercial zone; had a six foot fence between the building proposed to be used for that purpose and the residence next door; that Mr. Hebdon had a state and county license. The matter was discussed at length by the Council. Jim Morris summarized the dis- cussion as follows: The property at that address for the proposed use was considerably more than 200 feet from the City. Park and playground, any churches, schools, courthouse, library, school dormitories, camp cabins or cottages as re- quired by City Ordinance. He also stated there was a buffer zone between the residential area on the West and the proposed premises to be licensed; that on prior inquiry the owner of a home immediately adjacent on the South did not object. As he realized he was located in a commercial area, althouth he did not want the tavern next to him. It was then moved by Jim Morris and seconded by Darlene Blackburn, that Mr. Hebdon be given a City License for sale and comsumption of beer on the premises at 248 South 2nd West, providing the building is remodeled and constructed to code. The Mayor called for a vote, which was as follows: Those voting AYE: Jim Morris Darlene Blackburn Nile Boyle Those voting NAY: Barton Jensen Morgan Garner The Mayor declared the motion carried. RE: SURVEY OF STREET LIGHTS The Mayor stated a survey of the street lights should be taken; that several areas needed street lights. He suggested the Council members check and report at the next meeting. Matter was discussed RE: DIFFICULTY COLLECTING WATER BILLS The Mayor reported there was some difficulty collecting water bills and that possibly the Ordinance should be amended providing that after 2 months if the bill is not paid the water should be shut off. Also providing for a $25.00 deposit for rentals, making it the responsibility of the landlord to collect .the deposit when he rented the premises or he would be responsible for the bill. RE: COLLEGE AVENUE The Mayor reported that some of the college students wanted to have the City close College Avenue for about an hour the day before Homecoming in order that the students could have a contest for the best slogans written on the street. The Mayor stated unless there were some objections he would tell them to go ahead. Threr were no objections. RE: UPKEEP OF THE PARKS The Mayor reported people were complaining about trucks parking on Second West and damaging the trees in Porter Park bordering the Park. The matter of the upkeep of the parks was discussed. RE: TAPES FOR USE BY OFFICE PERSONNEL The matter of purchasing tapes for the use of the City Office Personnel was discussed; that the University of Idaho had an extension course pertaining to contracts and other business matters and the tapes cost $75.00. The Council was of the opinion that the tapes should be purchased. RE: OFF-STREET PARKING The matter of off-street parking was discussed. The City Attorney was directed to have the proposed off-street parking areas appraised and that she act as pur- chasing agent for the City. RE: BILLS Moved by Jim Morris, seconded by Barton Jensen, that the bills be paid. All Aye. RE: ADJOURNMENT Moved by Nile Boyle, seconded by Morgan Garner and unanimously carried that the i . `' meeting adjourn. -. Mayor John C. Porter Rose Bagley ity Clerk MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING September 7, 1979 State of Idaho) County of Madison(ss City of Rexburg) A special meeting of theCity Council was held on September 7, 1979, at the City Hall. Present were the following: Mayor: John C. Porter Councilman: Nile Boyle Warren Porter Morgan Garner Councilwoman: Darlene Blackburn Also Present: Mary Smith, City Attorne Absent: Rose Bagley Barton Jensen ~ Jim Morris RE: FORSGREN & PERKINS Larry Perkins and Earl Kemp of Forsgren & Perkins were present. Mr. Perkins stated an estimate of the storm sewer project cost to be $1,500,000.00 and that might change because the college will take part as well as the State Highway Department. That the State is planning to take a pipe line to the west corner from the east end of the canal by the golf course and pick up the flow where the interchange is going to be and go on out. They; will do whatever the City thinks desirable. Mr. Perkins presented a summary sheet estimating what they thouc~t their fees would be for the project. The proposed fee charges were explained in detail by Mr. Perkins, as well as the cost of compliling an operation manual. Matter discussed. Mr. Perkins had a map and explained some of the things that could be done this year. Matter discussed. Moved by Nile Boyle that the City accept Forsgren & Perkins proposal of a $172,000.00 engineering fee charge. Seconded by Darlene Blackburn and unanimously carried. Earl Kemp stated they have started planning on the water tower. He explained the elevation from a USGS map and the necessary size of the tank, the area to be served, and the needed pressure. He said the tower and related works would be designed for probable earthquakes. RE: PROTESTS PERTAINING TO THE PROPOSED CITY BUDGET The Mayor stated the special meeting had been called to consider any protests pertaining to tli,e proposed City Budget, as well as meeting with Forsgren & Perkins to consider matters pertaining to the storm sewer, their fee and the proposed water tower. He asked if there were any objections to the budget. There were no objections or protests. Moved by Nile Boyle, and seconded by Morgan Garner and unanimously carried that the proposed budget be adopted. s s `~ ~,., ~~ ®~~'' ~ ~~ ll ~ J `' ~, i ~ ~. ~_ r ~ ,~1 /~ U `' G / ~/,~ ` ~/ ~ 5 ~ .1,i~ ~ ~ ~- ~s . - J G1~%YZ~ ~i~(/~- 7`L =--'`C--v''-Z~i ~~~`t~C,~~~ ~J c'i-~~' ~~ .~ J L ~~-', a ~~ /~G t, ~ " ~ --~,y~'t~Li ~ ~ ~' ,'--~ ~ ,. ~~ ~ ? ~-~ ~ ~~~.. ~ ~1 ~~ ~ G~~ ~~~ ~ ~~~ J ~~ ~~ ~~ ~ a ~ ~~"~ J~~~"' ~` ~ /~~ ~~- ~~ ~ ~ ~-~ ~, ~~ ~. ~~ /~~~'..~ v-u ~, ~ ~~,~~ . ~~~~~~