Council Minutes 02/07/1985
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February 7, 1985
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Councilwoman Dille presented information from the monthly law enforcement and fire'
department reports. According to Councilman Quigley, requests will be going out soon
for prices on a pool blanket and materials for the needed swimming pool repairs.
Mayor Swensen agreed to issue a proclamation regarding Scout Week to be read at the
next Council Meeting and arrangements were also made for a special flag ceremony at
that time, as requested by Debbie Clapp, who is coordinating some of the publicity for
the Boy Scout Diamond Jubilee activities.
A letter to Mayor Raymond Hill of the City of Ucon concerning the possibility of sewage
from Ucon being transported through the Ammon Road and Sunnyside Road trunk lines to
the City of Idaho Falls treatment plant was discussed, and approval of the letter for
Mayor Swensen's signature was indicated.
Engineer Benton noted that a new report has been received from the City of Idaho Falls
on sewage treatment and maintenance costs. It was estimated that the revised rates
from these calculations will result in billings from the City of Idaho Falls in amounts
considerably higher than the budgeted figures.
The City Clerk presented claims to pay totaling $27,701.96 and claims paid since the
previous meeting in the amount of $17,285.69, all of which were approved.
Councilwoman Dille moved that the meeting adjourn; Councilman Monson seconded the motion;
voting was all in favor; the meeting was adjourned at 9:20 P,M.
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Feb. 7, 1985
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council:
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Russell
following City Officials present:
Mayor Russell N. Swensen
Councilman Robert D.Williamson
Councilman Merle J. Quigley
Councilwoman Carol A.Dille
Absent: Councilman Thayle D. Monson
N. Swensen with the
City Clerk Deon Hemingway
Public Works Director Hayse L. Whiteley
Engineer David E. Benton
Others present during the meeting were Debbie Clapp, several Boy Scouts, and Mr. and
Mrs. Mike P. Garcia of 3268 Leroy Drive.
The meeting was opened with the following proclamation by Mayor Swensen:
WHEREAS the Boy Scouts of America has served our nation's youth from
1910; and
WHEREAS more than 70 million youth and adults have benefited from
being members of this highly regarded youth movement; and
WHEREAS Scouting is available for all youth regardless of race,
religion, or socio-economic level who are tabght character, citizenship
and fitness:
THEREFORE BE IT RESOL\~D that during 1985, on the 75th anniversary of
the founding of this organization of high purpose, that all citizens of
AMMON join me, Mayor Russell N. Swensen, in extending sincere congratulations
to the Boy Scouts of America on its Diamond Jubilee of service to the United
States of America and commend those community groups that provide volunteer
adult leaders who make it possible for the Scouting program to bring its
proven benefits to our young people.
A special flag ceremony was presented by the Boy Scouts under the direction of Debbie
Clapp. Prayer was offered by Councilman Williamson. Mayor Swensen expressed thanks to
the Boy Scouts.
It was moved by Councilwoman Dille and seconded by CouncilmanQuigley that the minutes
for November 1, 1984, be approved as prepared; voting was unanimous in favor.
A proclamation designating the week of February 10 through 16, 1985, as Vocational
Education Week was read and signed by Mayor Swensen
Mike and Karen Garcia explained that they are interested in purchasing the property at
2565 East 17th Street for a Mexican food restaurant, and they inquired about the
possibility of getting licenses for the consumption of beer and wine on the premises to
be served with meals only. It was noted that the City's existing beer ordinance adopts
the State Beer Laws which allow for the sale of beer to be consumed on the premises so
a license for this purpose could be obtained by the Garcias if an application is
approved through the required State procedures, but the City ordinance regarding the
sale of wine would have to be changed before a license for on-premises consumption of
wine could be issued. The Garcias indicated that they could go ahead with considering
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the purchase of the business location knowing that they would be able to get a by-the-
drink beer license. The Council members expressed a desire to get public input before
looking at amending the wine ordinance, and Mayor Swensen stated that advice from the
City Attorney is needed regarding this matter.
An application for a non-commercial keRbel.license submitted by Daniel Malone of 2680
17th Street was reviewed and found to be in order with the signatures of 82% of the
surroundi~ property owners showing approval. It was moved by Councilwoman Dille and
seconded by Councilman Williamson that the application be approved; voting was all in
favor; motion carried.
A letter of understanding from the firm of Galusha, Higgins and Galusha to condllct the
audit for Fiscal Year 1985 for a fee of $3,750 was considered. Councilman Williamson
moved to approve the proposal; the motion was seconded by Councilwoman Dille; voting
was all in favor; motion carried.
The following resolution was presented for action:
RESOLUTION NO. 85-1
WHEREAS the following semi-permanent records of the City of Ammon have
been retained for five years or longer:
Election records for 1961 through 1979
Tax remittance reports for 1958 through 1971
Proof of publication notices for 1969 through 1975
City utility account records for 1966 through 1971
AND WHEREAS the following permanent records of the City of Ammon have
been retained for ten years or longer:
General Ledger records for 1965 through 1972
Local Improvement District No.1 and No.2 receipts
and expenditures journals for 1959 through 1965
AND WHEREAS the Idaho Code (section 50-907) provides that semi-permanent
records may be destroyed after a retention of five years, and permanent re-
cords may be destroyed after a retention of ten years;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that authorization is hereby given to
destroy such records by the most satisfactory means available.
A motion was made by Councilman Quigley and seconded by Councilwoman Dille to pass the
resolution; the motion was carried by unanimous vote in favor.
The problem of several water lines being frozen was mentioned, and Mayor Swensen re-
commended that the residents and businesses be informed through the news media that a
small stream of water should be left running continuously for the next few weeks since
the frost will be going deeper in the streets.
Reports by the City Council members and the Public Works Director included information
about planning for dandelion control in the p~Eks, bleachers at the ballfields, and
new siding for the McCowin Park shelter, locating a used fire truck to purchase, and
hauling more sand for use on icy streets.
In response to Engineer Benton's report on a meeting which he attended at the State
Highway District 6 Office where plans for widening, Ammon Road from 17th Street to
south of Sunnyside Road in 1988 were discussed, it was moved by Councilman Williamson
and seconded by Councilman Quigley that the City Engineer be authorized to proceed with
an application for Federal funds for improving Ammon Road; voting was all in favor;
motion carried.
It was noted by Mayor Swensen that a letter of resignation from the Planning and Zoning
Commission has been submitted by Lawana Nielsen and the terms of two other members will
expire at the end of FebruarYf so action on filling these vacancies should be expected
at the next meeting.
Claims totaling $33,508.19 were approved for payment, and approval was given on disburse-
ments for payroll and related expenses paid since the previous meeting in the amount of
$6,761. 72.
A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Williamson and seconded by Councilwoman Dille
with voting all in favor; the meeting was adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
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