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Council Minutes 10/06/1976 I o 00 ~ CO t:l.:J ~ I I 22'1 along 17th Street for professional business buildings, noting that this is adjacent to the land which was recently zoned to allow the construction of a nursing home, and plans for multi-unit housing on the other lots. In response to considerable objection expressed by the people in attendance about the possibility of government subsidized apartments being built in the addition if the R2 A zoning is approved, Attorney Franklin Smith, representing a prospective buyer in the subdivision, des- cribed the standards and guidelines which would be required by the Farmers Home Administration in order for the dwelling units to be occupied by people who-qualify for interest-credit rent. Tom Chriswell, Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission, reported that the voting of the Commission members regarding the Monty Howell plat as proposed resulted in a tie, with 3 in favor and 3 not in favor. It was noted by the developer that the streets in the addition are to have a 60-foot right-of-way, that a fence is required along Sand Creek, and that the frontage along 17th Street is planned to be a green area. Comments by the Mayor and City Council members indicated the feeling that there is a need for some of the requested type of zoning in the City, and that there is an advantage to an~exing this particular area so that its development can be controlled by the City of Ammon rather than the City of Idaho Falls which has jurisdiction under the one -mile statute. Councilwoman Dille moved to approve the annexation of the Monty Howell Addition with zoning of R3A on Lot 1 Block 1 and Lots 1 and 2 Block 3 and zoning of R2A on. the balance of the sub- division as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilman Lee; voting was Dille, yes; Lee, no; Swensen, yes; Anderson, no; tie-breaking vote by Mayor Wehmann, yes; motion carried. Councilman Lee moved to adjourn; seconded by Councilman Swensen; public hearing meeting adjourned at 9:45 P. M. ~.~ . , . ~CLERK /&;. 'H MAYOR l dfhf/,t ie', CITY OF AMMON October 6, 1976 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council: The meeting was called to order at 7:45 P. M. by Mayor George Wehmann with the following City Officials present: Mayor George Wehmann Councilman Marvin J. Anderson Councilwoman Carol A. Dille Councilman Francis Lee Councilman Russell N. Swensen Others present during the meeting were City Employee Gene Simpson, Randy Waite, Larry Felt, Lester Ager, Brent Driggs, and Mrs. Chase Driggs. Clerk Deon Hemingway Asst. Engr. Robert Butler Asst. Attorney Franklin Smith Maint. Supervisor LaVern E. Williams The pledge of allegiance to the flag was conducted by Councilman Anderson; the invocation was offered by Councilman Swensen. The minutes of the meeting of September 15, 1976, were approved as prepared. It was noted that the Mayor and Council members had met in an executive session from 7:00 to 7:45 P. M. just prior to the regular meeting. Lester Ager, who lives on.Romrell Lane between Molen S1. and Sunnyside Road, inquired about getting the remainder of the street in that block paved. He was in- formed that such improvements would have to be done under a Local Improvement District, and that the property owners had not been in favor when it was proposed to include paving and curb and gutter on that street in Local Improvement District #6 last year, buLit would be kept in mind for the future. A problem with the grating over the ditch on Romrell Lane was also mentioned by Mr. Ager, and ins.tructions were given to the City' Maintenance Supervisor to get this fix ed. COMMITTEE REPOR TS Mayor - According to Mayor Wehmann, a letter was sent to the Hatch Investment Company regarding cleaning up the partially torn-down house on 17th Street, but the response so far has only resulted in the wood being burned leaving the brick walls standing which makes a safety hazard, so it may be necessary to issue a Notice to Remove in accordance with the City ordinance.' Mayor 222 We hmann reported that information in writing on the status of the new garbage truck is expected from the Starline Equipment Company by Thursday of next week. He noted that only one bid has been received so far on fixing the damaged 1975 Dodge truck, and that there has not been any recent word from Boyd Martin Co. in Salt Lake City about the repair of the lawn mower. Mayor Wehrnann presented a claim for cement work done by Noel Cook, the property owner at the corner of 17th Street and Falcon Drive, which he explained had been agreed upon in a three-way effort by the 17th Street Project contractor, the County, and the City to take care of a driveway problem at that location, and the Council members indi- cated that the claim should be approved. A claim from the City of Idaho Falls for inspection of utilities in the Barbq.ra Jean Estates and Meadow Lark Estates sub- divisions was brought to the attention of the Council, and it was agreed that pay- I ment S.hOUld be made then the appropriate-amounts billed to the respective developers. Regarding the Cooperative Agreement fo.r inspection of all subdivision utilities between the City of Idaho Falls and the City of Ammon, Mayor Wehmann asked that the Council members, Attorney, and Engineer study the copies which will be provided for them and be prepared to discuss the matter at the next meeting. With referen.ce to the operation and maintenance of the 17th Street storm sewer pump, Mayor Wehmann indicated that he would like to check into the situation further, but asked for and received the approval of the Council to pay the power bill on a usage basis. Fiscal Operations - Councilman Swensen explained that a report from the truck damage committee is to be carried over to a later date. It was determined that the Homer-Koster Insurance Agency has not furnished the City with a copy of of the insurance policy and a summary sheet .as promised, so Councilwoman Dille was asked to get these by October 20. Planning and Zoning - Councilwoman Dille reported that she had informed the Planning and Zoning Commis sion members about the problems of setback, platting, street dedication, turn-around, etc., at the location of the home being constructed by O. R. Birch at the end of Wanda Street, for which a Building Permit was issued on the recommendation of the Commission. Mayor Wehmann requested that the City Attorney work these matters out with Mr. Birch immediately, and in- I dicated that City water will not be made available for the home until everything has been taken care of to the satisfaction of the City. Parks and Recreation - The sprinkler system for the new park was discussed, and some concern was expressed about the cost of burying the main line below the frost level as proposed in the design. An alternative of installing a portable above-ground main line was suggested, and it was felt that the Parks committee should make a decision on this depending on the availability of funds. Preparing the swimming pool and other park facilities for the winter months was mentioned, and Maypr Wehmann suggested .that the globes in the tennis court lights be re- moved and that the picnic tables be stored at the tennis courts. He also indicated that he would contact the City of Idaho Falls Director of Rtrks and Recreation for advice about whether or not there is any advantage in covering the swimming pool. City Clerk - A report was made on attendance at the Idaho City Clerks and Finance Officers workshop in McCall on September 23, 24, 25, where instructions were give:q o:q the new Cash Basis Act, Local Improvement Districts, Land Use Plan- ning, investments, forms and office procedures, .etc. The Clerk noted that the audit of the sewer and water project records required by the EPA has been com- pleted, and a report .should be received in a few weeks. It was reported that I there are claims to pay in the amount of $14, 881.25 which need approval, and the current General Fund checking account balance is $16, 382. 14. Police and Fire Dept. - Regarding the parking in the streets situation, Council- woman Dille mentioned a problem of a ticket having been issued for parking within 30 feet of a stop sign, which needs to be discussed with the Sheriff, and complaints being received about no advance notice having been given to the people in the Peterson Park area before the signs were posted and tickets written. She requested that the "No Parking" signs be removed from Samuel Street since it is wider than 36 feet, and the Maintenance Supervisor was instructed to take care of this. The inconvenience which results from the parking regulations for customers of home businesses, such as the beauty shop operated by Mildred Fetz at 1880 Eagle Dr., was discussed, and the feeling was expressed that this is something that the property owners will have to live with and work out for themselves. Councilwoman Dille I o 00 l'- CO W tJ;.J I I 22'3 announced her intentions of getting a new Traffic Safety Commission organized by November 1 to study and make recommendations on such problems as mentioned, and requested suggestions of residents to appoint on this committee. According to Mayor Wehmann, there is still a possibility that another District fire truck can be housed in Ammon, and he recommended that plans be made to utilize space in the new storage building at McCowin Park for this purpose. In anticipation of this, the City Engineer was asked to prepare cost estimates for heating the building and graveling the acces s road. Public Works - Councilman Lee reported that he expects to get another bid on a snow plow. Mayqr Wehmann recommended that next year's budget include funds to finish the paving along Midway Avenue east of McCowin Park, and that revenue sharing funds be used this year to solve the drainage problem in that area. Bonneville Council of Governments - Attorney Smith noted that Rolfe Lines of the BCOG office recommends that the City of Ammon reach an agreement with the City of Idaho Falls as to where the respective jurisdictions lie for the purpose of being involved in Planning and Zoning before the end of this year. City Attorney - A proposed Annexation Agreement for the Felt.& Waite Addition was reviewed by Attorney Smith. After considerable discussion, modifications in the special conditions of the agreement were requested to require the developers to install a cuI-de -sac at the deadend of the street in the subdivision, and to pro- hibit any dividing of the lot sizes. It was noted that the requirement for a 60-foot street right-of-way would be provided for in the recorded final plat, so it would not be necessary to include this in the agreement. Councilman Swensen moved to approve the Annexation Agreement for the Felt & Waite Addition with the modifications as indicated. The motion was seconded by Councilman Lee; voting was all in favor; motion carried. Councilman Swensen, as President of the City Council, was desig- nated to sign the document when prepared since the Mayor expects to be out of town. Mayor Wehmann recommended that the City Engineer advise the developers about how to handle the drainage at the location of the driveways between the property line and the paved portion of the street, and noted that the construction of driveways in that area must meet City standards and must be inspected by the City Engineer. Another matter of discussion was the City's participation in the cost of the lO-inch water main on Sunnyside Road from Western Avenue to a point approximately 330 feet to the west (to replace the present 2-inch line). It was mentioned that the City has several lengths of 8-inch pipe on hand which might be used in some way to offset some of the expense tq the City for the waterline undeF d.i13cussion. The developers indicated that they would have the waterline im1alled when needed and would be willing to wait for a reasonable time for reimbursement. It was felt that the City should assume some obligation in this matter, but that final details could not be worked out at this time. Councilman Lee moved that the City make a commitment to reconsider a~ a later date the reimbursement in whole or in part (to the developers of the Felt and Waite Addition) for the installation of a lO-inch water main from Western Avenue to a point 330 feet to the west. The motion was seconded. by Councilwoman Dille; voting was unanimous in favor; motion carried. Consider:tion of an Annexation Agreement for the Monty Howell Addition was proposed by Attorney Smith, who noted that the des cription of this addition was included in the annexation ordinance which had been prepared for adoption, but it was felt that the Monty Howell business should be postponed until a later date. Annexation Ordinance No. 141' was, read in full by Attorney Smith. Councilwoman Dille moved to delete any reference to the Monty Howell Addition in Ordinance #14l. The motion was seconded by Councilman Swensen; voting was all in favor; motion carried. Councilwoman Dille moved to waive the three readings of Ordinance #141- The motion was seconded by Councilman Swensen; voting was all in fav,or; motion carried. Councilman Swensen moved to adopt Ordinance #141 as amended. The motion wa~ seconded by Councilwoman Dille; voting 'was unanimous in favor; motion carried a"hd Ordinance #141 adopted. City Engineer - Mr. Butler pointed out that there are two small parcels of land within the City limits which, through oversight, were never annexed, so this matter should be taken care of when the next annexation takes place. Council- woman Dille was asked to present this information to the Planning and Zoning Commission so that the regular procedure for annexing can be followed. Regarding the leak detector which was sent for the City to try, Engineer Butler reported that it will be sent back to Waterworks Equipment Company. j 224 New Business - Mayor Wehmann called attention to the new Federal public works program which is intended to create construction type work, and suggested that an inquiry be made about putting in an application for a new city building using the plans which were drawn up a few years ago. An executive session for the Mayor and City Couneil was set for 8: 30 P. M. on October 19 to discuss the employee situation. Mayor Wehmann informed the Council members that two employees were suspended after being arrested for alleged possession of drugs so a hearing before the City Council is recommended and another employee resigned after having been discovered in the building after hours with cans full of gas taken from city vehicles. Engineer Butler explained that it has been learned that the City of Idaho' Falls must I have the City of Ammon approve their revised Sewer Ordinance as required by the EPA before final payment on their EPA grant for the treatment plant will be made. He pointed out that an item to make note of in the Idaho Falls ordinance indicates that the City of Idaho Falls should make an annuafaudit of the sewer system operations, and the City Engineer recommends that a provision to require that the City of Ammon be furnished with a copy of such an audit should be included in the sewer agreement with the City of Idaho Falls. Claims were approved for payment. Councilman Lee moved to adjourn, Councilman Swensen; meeting adjourned at 12:20 A. M. _4{f~ MAYo. seconded by ~ " /i1;1.!t((t '~/~..- '~ /' \.. ~CLERK CITY OF AMMON October 20, 1976 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council: The meeting was called to order at 7:35 P. M. by Mayor George Wehmann, with the following City Officials present: Mayor George Wehmann Councilman Russell N. Swensen Councilwoman Carol A. Dille Councilman Francis Lee Councilman Marvin J. Anderson (Arrived at 8:00 P. M.) Others present were Cub Scouts, parents, and leaders from Pack 226 as follows: Merle Quigley, Barbara Quigley, Boyd Stewart, Carolyn Smith, Mary Reynolds, Rosalyn Quigg, Gerald M. Hale, Brooks Quigley, John Frei, Greg Smith, Curtis Quigg, Heath Buckland, Todd Gakin, William Patterson, Ronnie Reynolds, Aaron Blackburn, Robert Reynolds, Scott Hale, Gary Davies. Clerk Dean Hemingway Asst. Attorney Franklin Smith Asst. Engineer Robert Butler I The pledge of allegiance to the flag was led by Councilwoman Dille; the invocation was offered by Councilman Swensen. Minutes of the meeting of October 6, 1976, were approved. Mayor Wehmann welcomed the Cub Scouts and their leaders who were present and pointed out ways which the boys could help with City problems at various times during the meeting. COMMITTEE REPORTS Mayor - Mayor W-ehmann reported that information obtained from the Parks and Recreation Department of the City of Idaho Falls indicates that there is no problem I in not covering the swimming pool for the winter season except that there is more likelihood of rocks being thrown at the water and ice which might cause sorrie of the tiles to get broken.' Regarding the partially torn-down house on 17th Street, the Mayor displayed photographs to show the dangerous condition that exists, aild the opinion was expressed by the Council members that a complaint should be filed against the property owner, so Attorney Smith was asked to take care of this matter. Engineer Butler provided the Mayor with a suggested letter to send to the State Health Department about reported deficiencies in the City water' system having been corrected. Planning and Zoning Commission - According to Councilwoman Dille, the Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled a Public Hearing at 7: 30 P. M. on November 16, 1976, on the annexation and zoning of two small parcels of land within the City