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Council Minutes 9/12/2006 (74) 104 January 16, 1997 CITY OF AMMON January 16, 1997 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council: The meeting was called to South Ammon Road, Ammon, present: Mayor C. Bruce Ard Councilmember W. Lee Bean Councilmember Sherrill C. Bohn Councilmember Ira K. Hall Councilmember Steven J. Loveland order by Mayor C. Bruce Ard in the City Building, 2135 Idaho, at 7: 30 P.M. with the following City Officials Attorney W. Joe Anderson Engineer David E. Benton Public Works Director David Fire Chief Clarence Nelson City Clerk Aleen C. Jensen Wadsworth Others Present: Boyd J. and Joy R. Thompson, 1335 Elizabeth Drive, Idaho Falls Barbara J. Ellis, City Office I The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was directed by Councilmember Loveland, and the invocation was offered by Councilmember Hall. Boyd J. Thompson owns property on the east side of Rosedale Lane between Molen Street and East Sunnyside Road, and he requested input from the City Council regarding development requirements. The Council was oriented to the area. Rosedale Lane is plated as a dedicated alley of thirty-three feet (33') in width. Mr. Thompson's property is approximately a block in length, and he proposes to divide it into four lots--three lots of ninety feet (90') in width and one lot of one hundred feet (100') in width. Water and sewer lines have been installed along Rosedale Lane, and the service lines have been stubbed into the lots. Some road base has been added to the street. Buyers are interested in purchasing three of the lots provided the City will issue building permits for super good cents/manufactured homes, the gas line is installed, and some agreement can be reached on paving the street. Mr. Thompson paid for installation of the water and sewer lines, and he does not want to assume the responsibility for paving all of the street. The City or other property owners on the west side of Rosedale Lane need to share the costs. The City policy requires the developer to pave the streets, and then the City accepts the street for maintenance. One way to share costs is to form a Local Improvement District, but it is more expensive than if property owners work out a mutual agreement to cover the costs involved in paving I such a short piece of road. It was agreed that Intermountain Gas is responsible for the gas line and the building permits could probably be issued, but the City would not accept the street for maintenance until it is paved. An L.I.D. seemed to be the best route to take to insure that all share in the costs. Mr. Thompson was instructed to contact all of the property owners to secure consent to forming an L.I.D. If the property owners are willing, the City will set up the L.I.D. Councilmember Hall reported on the Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting held on Tuesday, January 7, 1997. Kevin Murray was chosen as the new Chairman and Russell Bennion as Vice Chairman. Maxine Hardy of Idaho Traffic Safety inquired about a zone change from C-l to HC-l because the Hardys are concerned about compliance with the C-l zone because of outside storage. Commission members were not favorable about a zone change, and they were of the opinion the present zoning is adequate for the use. It was concluded there have been no complaints about the business, and a fence would solve the problem of any outside storage. The Planning and Zoning Appreciation Dinner was tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 1997, at The Sandpiper. Revised final plats for Tie Breaker Division No. 9 and Division No. 10 were recommended for approval. Mayor Ard asked for recommendations of individuals to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission. Terms are expiring for three members and only one has expressed a willingness to be reappointed. Regarding unfinished business, the 1997 Fiscal Year Law Enforcement Contract has been signed by City of Ammon, Sheriff Stommel, and a representative of the Bonneville County Commissioners. Councilmember Hall has prepared job descriptions I for the Public Works Director and for the Clerk-Treasurer. He would like input on these descriptions and approval of the format before continuing with other employees. On the Michael Jones drainage problem, City employees graded a ditch which appears to solve the problem. The problem needs to be evaluated again when we get more moisture. The "Deaf Child at Play" sign has been erected, and the Taylors are appreciative. Engineer Benton reported on the status of Well No.8. Work has been at a stand still because of weather conditions. The foundation has been poured, equipment is in stock, tests have been made, and they are ready to pour the floor when weather permits. Rand S Construction submitted their bill in the amount of $69,840 for the second payment. Attorney Anderson reviewed changes to City Code Title X. Planning and Zoning. which were recommended at the last meeting. A home occupation permit may be granted in I I I 105 January 16, 1997 any residential zon1ng area 1 f h . the . upon approva 0 t e C1ty Council. The revision to language of the Zoning Administrator was read. The fee for an appeal before the Boa:d of Adjustments is to be as established by the City Council. Requirements of not1ce of hearing specifies delivery by first class mail. The recommended changes have been made in the recodified zoning ordinance. No other changes were recommended. I AttorneYi Anderson introduced Ordinance No. 250 by title, AN ORDINANCE FOR REVISING, CODIFYING, AND COMPILING THE GENERAL PLANNING AND ZONING ORDINANCES OF THE CITY ,OF AMMON, IDENTIFIED AS TITLE 10 OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF AMMON' , PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. Ordinance No. 250 was then read in full. Councilmember Bean moved that the City Council dispense with the rule requiring the reading of the ordinance on three different days and that the three readings of Ordinance No. 250 be waived. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Hall. Roll call vote: Bean - Yes; Hall - Yes; Loveland - Yes; Bohn - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. Councilmember Bean moved adoption of Ordinance No. 250 as an ordinance of the City of Ammon on its third and final reading. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Loveland. Roll call vote: Bean - Yes; Loveland - Yes; Hall - Yes; Bohn - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. Councilmember Hall moved to amend Resolution No. 97-1 to show a $25 charge to turn the water back on to restore service. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Bean. Roll call vote: Hall - Yes; Bean - Yes; Bohn - Yes; Loveland - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. Engineer Benton presented revised final plats for Tie Breaker Division No. 9 and Division No. 10. Originally the property was included on one plat, but it has been separated into two plats. The reasons for making the separation were discussed. The property has all been annexed to the City of Ammon. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval on January 7, 1997. Councilmember Hall moved to approve the final plats for Tie Breaker Village Division No. 9 and Division No. 10 as platted subject to an appropriate and approved development agreement. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Bohn. Roll call vote: Hall - Yes; Bohn - Yes; Loveland - Yes; Bean - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. Councilmember Bean asked the City Council to discuss dog problems as an agenda item in order to determine how to proceed with Sue Sorensen's request for renewal of her non-commercial kennel license. In her request for renewal she states she has eight Yorkies and two Pomeranians. Prior to Council action on the request, the Animal Control Officer was assigned to make an inspection of Sorensen's non- commercial kennel, but Mr. Sorensen would not allow him to make an. inspection. The City does not know how many dogs are actually housed on the premises, and there is indication that dog breeding and dog sales are involved. Calls have been re- ceived from Denver and Boise about problems they are having over the dogs at Sorensens. A plan of action was discussed. It was decided a letter should be sent to Sue Sorensen, 3776 Marlene, to advise her that the City Council has suspended action on her request for a non-commercial kennel license to allow thirty days to prove she is in compliance with the dog ordinances of Ammon. If she does not prove compliance within thirty days, the City can issue a citation or take the dogs. Attorney Anderson was asked to write the letter. Other requests for renewal of non-commercial kennel licenses were discussed. Re- quests have been received from Jean Pugh, Denise Brotherson, and David and Marcy Caruthers. No neighborhood complaints have been received recently. Mrs. Pugh used to have Dobermans which caused neighborhood concern, but now she has one Doberman and eight Shih Tzus. Caruthers only have three dogs. Brothersons have nine Shelties. Pugh and Brotherson both do some dog grooming. There is no problem with issuing the non-commercial kennel licenses since there have been no complaints, but they should be asked if they need a home occupation permit for the dog grooming. Councilmember Bean discussed the Local Government Investment Pool administered through the State Treasurer. The Joint Exercise of Powers is an investment pool with the primary purpose of providing a safe, liquid vehicle for investing idle funds under Idaho Code, Section 67-2328. and to obtain the best interest rate available at the time of investment. Councilmember Bean moved to approve the Mayor to sign the application of the Joint Exercise of Powers Local Government Investment Pool so the City of Ammon can begin investing in it. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Loveland. Roll call vote: Bean - Yes; Loveland - Yes; Bohn - Yes; Hall - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. Reports: Barbara Ellis was introduced as a new City employee in the City Office. Public Works Director reported on general maintenance. There are still five unused dumpsters at Well No.7. The dumpsters need to be brought in for a new paint job. Councilmember Loveland suggested doing the preliminary work on picnic table covers for the parks. 106 January 16, 1997 Attorney Anderson inquired about how many copies of the new zoning ordinance will be needed. It was estimated at least twenty will be needed. Councilmember Bohn has requested Stan Ingram to report to the City Council about the Bonneville County Emergency Management operations. There is a Bonneville County meeting scheduled for January 28, 1997. Mark Nelson is an expert on computers, and he is working with Councilmember Bohn to see how we can get internet and the office upgraded. He will report to the City Council about his recommendations. Mayor Ard advised a Comparative Annual Report for Fiscal Years 1995 and 1996 by the Idaho State Liquor Dispensary is available in the City Office. Fire Chief Clarence Nelson reported for the Fire Department. The monthly written report for December 1996 was presented. Details of a hazardous materials incident were explained. Representatives of the Haz Mat team from the Idaho Falls Fire Department responded to assist with the incident. City Clerk Jensen advised the claim filed by Hollie Wojnarowicz on damage to her vehicle involved in an accident on Ammon Road has been settled out of court. The State Insurance Fund issued a refund check to the City of Ammon. Claims were approved. Councilmember Bean moved to adj ourn the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council and to move into an Executive Session to discuss personnel matters. The Motion was seconded by Councilmember Hall. Roll call vote: Bean - Yes; Hall - Yes; Bohn - Yes; Loveland - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. The Regular Meeting was adjourned at 9:30 P.M. ATTEST ~a~~ CITY CLERK ~ I I I