Council Minutes 10/01/1981
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According to Councilman Swensen, it is likely that funds will become available to the
High Country Resource Conservation and Development agency to improve the county road
known as Blacktail Road to the Ririe reservoir. He noted that the road has quite heavy
use for recreational purposes and that it is planned to enlarge the facilities at the lake.
His report mentioned also that the construction of Hitt-Hackman ROad north of 17th Street
is under way, and the work on that road from 17th Street to Sunnyside Road is scheduled
for 1982. Another item of interest was that the County plans to collect an amount with
taxes for the operation and maintenance of landfills so, starting in January, 1982, land-
fill charges billed to the City will be discontinued.
The Council members were reminded of an invitation which had been extended by letter to
each City Official from Rheim M. Jones, Regional Representative of the L.D.S. Church, I
to attend a "Meet the Mormons" luncheon and tour on September 25. Reference was also
made to a letter from Governor John V. Evans encouraging input at the "Governor's
Public Budget Hearing" in Idaho Falls on September 25, and Councilman Rowberry indicated
that he might be able to go to that meeting.
The City Clerk gave a brief report on the recent workshop held in McCall for the Idaho
City Clerks and Finance Officers Association. Claims were presented in the amount of
$33,221.51, including the final FY-1981 payment~2,754.01 on the law enforcement
contract with the County and a total power bill of $12,367.71 for electricity use during
the month of August. All claims were approved for payment.
Public Works Director, Hayse Whiteley, updated the Council members on the project to
prepare the access from Dal Avenue to Peterson Park for use, miscellaneousempl~~gt
matters, and recent waterline repairs~ He was given approval to go to a sale o!!sufplus
items in Pocatello to purchase equipment which the City needs such as a floor jack, etc.
it was announced that the preliminary permits on hydroelectric projects at Deadwood,
Upper Deer Flat, and Lower Deer Flat 4ams have been granted to the City so further action
is in order.
A motion to adjourn was made by Councilwoman Dille and seconded by Councilman Rowberry;
voting was all in favor; meeting adjourned at 8:50 P.M.
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October 1, 1981
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council:
The meeting was called to order at 7:35 P.M. by Acting Mayor Russell N. Swensen with the
following City Officials present:
Councilman Russell N. Swensen
Councilwoman Carol A. Dille
Councilman David Rowberry
Absent: Mayor George Wehmann
Councilman Thayle D. Monson
Also present during the meeting was Gary Baker of Yost Office Systems.
The pledge of allegianpe to the flag was conduCted by Councilman Rowberry and prayer was
offered by Councilman Swensen.
City Clerk Deon Hemingway
I'u:bliq: Wot'ke Foreman, Th9fflaS H. Reese
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It was noted that the City is in the market for a new copier, and Mr. Baker was given an
opportunity to present information on two models which were in the City office for
demonstration at the, time.
Thomas Reese, representing the Public Works Director, reported on work matters such as
patching the streets and winterizing the pool. Regarding the project on the Dal Avenue I
access to Peterson Park, it was explained that the fencing work had been discontinued
until a number'of problem feelings and details are worked out with the neighboring
property owners, and Councilwoman Dille cautioned that a law officer should be present
if it becomes necessary for the City employees to move any of the private equipment from
the City right-of-way. Mr. Reese expressed the appreciation of the public works crew
for the cost-of-living increase which was authorized by the FY-1982 budget.
In connection with the General City Election coming up on November 3, the following
action was taken: It waS moved by Councilwoman Dille and seconded by Councilman Row-
berry that Regina Borg be named as the election judge with Sandra Borg and Carol Miller
as clerks; voting was all in favor; motion carried. Councilman Rowberry moved and
Councilwoman Dille seconded that the election workers be paid at the rate of $3.35 per
hour for the judge and $3.00 per hour for the clerks; voting was all in favor; motion
carried unanimously.
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In accordance with the provisions of the preliminary permits which have been issued to
the City by FERC, it was moved by Councilman Rowberry and seconded by Councilwoman Dille
that Mayor George Wehmann be designated as the liaison officer for the Upper Deer Flat,
Lower Deer Flat, and Deadwood hydroelectric projects; voting was all in favor; motion
carried.
It was noted that the Fiscal rear 1982 Law Enforcement Contract has been signed by
Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners and is now ready to be accepted by the
City for signature, with the contract amount of $56,259 having already been approved
in the budget as adopted. Councilwoman Dille moved that the FY-1982 Law Enforcement
Contract be approved for Mayor Wehmann to sign. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Rowberry; voting was unanimous in favor; motion carried. In response to an inquiry by
Councilman Rowberry about the man hours to be spent in Ammon as mentioned in the agree-
ment, it was pointed out that a monthly report is submitted to the City, and Councilman
Swensen indicated that he would request additional information from the Sheriff on the
logs that are made for compiling this report.
The following nesolution was presente~ for consideration:
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Ammon has passed an Ordinance
providing that the City Council may, from time to time, by Resolution, set
the license fees for the sale of retail wine; and
WHEREAS, the state statutes of the State of Idaho have been amended to
provide that municipalities may increase the license fees for retail sale of
wine to $200.00, per annum.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it hereby resolved by the Mayor and City Council of
the City of Ammon, Idaho:
Section 1. That the license fee for the retail sale of wine be set at
the sum of $200.00 per annum.
Section 2. That such license fees shall be applicable and effective
for the calendar year 1982 and thereafter and until further action of the ~.
Mayor and City Council.
Councilman Rowberry moved to adopt the proposed resolution; the motion was seconded
by Councilwoman Dille; voting was unanimou5 in favor; motion carried.
Another Resolution as follows was considered for action:
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Ammon has passed an Ordinance
providing that the City Council may, from time to time, by Resolution, set
the license fees for the sale of retail beer for establishments serving or
allowing consumption on the premises, and for establishments which do not
permit on premises consumption of beer; and
WHEREAS, the state statutes of the State of Idaho have been amended to
provide that municipalites may increase the license fees for retail sale of
beer for establishments serving or allowing consumption on the premises to
$200.00, per annum, and for establishements which do not permit on premises
consumption of beer to $50.00 per annum;: and
WHEREAS, The City of Ammon does not presently license establishments
for the on premises consumption of beer:
NOW, THEREFORE, be it hereby r~solved by the Mayor and City Council
of the' City of Ammon, Idaho:
Section 1. That the license fee for the sale of retail beer for
establishments serving or allowing consumption on the premises, if such
sales be hereafter permitted and licensed by the City of A~mon, be set at
the sum of $200.00 per annum.
Section 2. That the license fee for establishments which do not per-
mit on premises consumption of beer shall be increased to $50.00 per annum.
Section 3. That such license fees shall be applicable and effective
for the calendar year 1982 and thereafter and until further action of the
Mayor and City Council.
It was moved by Councilwoman Dille and seconded by Councilman Rowberry that the re-
solution as presented be adopted; voting was unanimous in favor; motion carried.
Council members discussed bulk rate mailing and maintenance agreements on office
equipment and inquired about the filing dates for election nominati~ petitions.
The City Clerk presented claims in the amount of $1,756.29, which were approved for
payment.
It was moved by Councilwoman Dille and seconded by Councilman Rowberry that the meeting
adjourn; voting was all in favor; motion carried and meeting adjourned at 9:07 P.M.
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