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Council Minutes 9/12/2006 (33) CITY OF AMMON February 3, 2000 Minutes of the Public Hearings and the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council: The meeting was called to order by Mayor C. Bruce Ard at 7:30 P.M. in the City Building, 2135 South Ammon Road, Ammon, Idaho, with the following City Officials present: I Mayor C. Bruce Ard Council member Leslie Folsom Councilmember Ira K. Hall Attorney W. Joe Anderson Engineer Bill Manwill Public Works Director David Wadsworth Fire Chief Clarence Nelson City Clerk Aleen C. Jensen I Others Present: Connie Guymon, City Office Karen Anderson, 425 Advantage, Ammon James H. Southwick, 3968 E.1ih St., Ammon Daren Long, 1301 E. 17th St., Idaho Falls W. Kay Robison, 4363 E. 1ih St., Idaho Falls David Monselle, Land Acquisitions Rusty Landon, 1666 Laguna Drive, Idaho Falls Rob Meikle, Mountain River Engineering Tim Kaser, 2600 Salmon, Ammon Kurt A. Karst, 379 A St., Idaho Falls Bea Hardison, 3705 E. Sunnyside Road, Ammon Cindy Donovan, 3725 E. Sunnyside Road, Ammon Jeff and Michelle Metcalf, 2020 Curlew, Ammon Blake Hunsaker, 3645 Samuel St., Ammon Scott Bruce, 4319 East 17th Ken Hunter, 2270 Dove Drive, Ammon Absent: Council member Harvey L. Crandall Council member W. Lee Bean Councilmember Folsom led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, and Councilmember Hall offered a prayer. There was not a quorum of the City Council present so the agenda items were heard, but no official action was taken. I Karen Anderson reported for the Planning and Zoning Commission. She pointed out the importance of the Comprehensive Plan. The Commission has worked on the Land Use Map, and they voted to recommend it to the City Council. Members received copies of the revised verbiage to study, and they will discuss it at their next meeting in preparation for a public hearing in about two months. A copy of the Land Use Map was displayed, and the changes were pointed out. The major changes include designations of commercial on major intersections, high density along major arterials, low density in the flood plain, areas for parks in one-mile squares and some new commercial and high density west of Ammon Road along the proposed John Adams Parkway. It would be desirable to include some school areas, but more input is needed. The Commission would like to get as much public input as possible before adoption of the revision. They plan to have the map available at meetings, to get newspaper coverage and to try for public service announcements. The only sign requirement that City of Ammon has adopted is the Uniform Sign Code. The Commission is reviewing the sign ordinance adopted by the City of Idaho Falls. Regarding the two public hearings before the City Council, the Commission recommended approval of the Eagle Pointe annexation request and approval of the request for a Conditional Use Permit for a cellular tower. Mayor Ard opened the Public Hearing to consider the request of Lee Gagner for annexation with initial zoning of the remainder of the property proposed for development as Eagle City Counci1 Meeting, February 3, 2000 - Page 2 Pointe. Notice of the Hearing was published in the Post Register on January 18 and 25, 2000. Notices of the hearing were mailed to property owners within three hundred (300) feet and to other interested parties. Individuals who desired to give testimony were sworn in. There was no one in attendance to represent the developer who was prepared to present information. Lee Gagner discussed his plans thoroughly at the Planning and Zoning Commission hearing. James H. Southwick, 3968 East 117th Street, asked that someone read the use requirements of the R-2 zone. Karen Anderson read C.C. 10-15-2. When Jim attended the Planning and Zoning hearing, he understood the R-2 would be for two-plexes rather than apartments. Daren Long, 1301 East 17th Street - The developer did not talk about duplexes or twin homes. It is believed that he intended the R-2 for four-plexes along 17th Street. It was explained that the R-2 zone would allow up to four units. The units could be two stories, but they could not be built with one living unit above another. Kay Robison, 4363 East 17th Street - He has the greatest contention. He built his house forty years ago with a view. Now the developer wants to come in and take the view away. He wondered why someone should be allowed to take his view away. Another concern is the entrance on to 1 ih Street, which is directly across from Robison's house. He is not happy about headlights shining in his window all night. Traffic is a problem. Vehicles speed by his house, and it is difficult to get out on to 17th Street. At least, the proposed entrance from Eagle Pointe on to 1 ih Street should be relocated. Cars speed off Crowley Road on to 17th Street and they do not slow down for the crest of the hill. Because of the crest of the hill, there is not a good view of vehicles entering 1 ih Street from the proposed subdivision. This is a dangerous situation. Also, the buffer the developer proposes causes Robison problems. I There was no other public input. Mayor Ard closed the public hearing. I The Public Hearing was opened to consider the request from U. S. Cellular for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a self-supporting cellular tower off Eagle Drive north of Teton Spectrum. For this hearing, the City Council acted as the Board of Adjustment. Notice of the Hearing was published in the Post Register on January 18 and 25, 2000. Notices of the hearing were mailed to property owners within three hundred (300) feet and to other interested parties. Individuals who desired to give testimony were sworn in. David Monselle represented U. S. Cellular to explain the request for a 150' monopole on property zoned R-3A. A picture of a typical installation was circulated. It resembles a tall lamppost, and there are no guy wires. Due to growth and increased demands, U. S. Cellular needs to add service. This area is poorly covered. It is felt the proposed site selection is very good. It is not encroaching on any residential. The pole will accommodate U. S. Cellular and two other carriers. It is not planned to ugly up the community. There will be no pollution, no noise, and no smell. The company wants to be a good neighbor and to serve the needs of the community. FCC regulates the operation. It is not anticipated that there will be blinking lights on top. Range of service is five to eight miles. I Rusty Landon, 1666 Laguna Drive, explained that the property is owned by Ball Enterprises. There will be a lease agreement between U. S. Cellular and Balls. The lease calls for removal of the installation when the lease expires. Ken Hunter, 2270 Dove Drive, expressed concern about the security. There will be an eight-foot chain link fence and a small night light on the entry door. Access will be by Brianne Avenue. There will be an access agreement for a graveled road. Tim Kaser asked about the exact location of the tower. It is to be near the pump station where irrigation water is pumped out of the canal. There are guidelines, which have to be followed, and they will address the wind load. City Counci1 Meeting, February 3, 2000 - Page 3 I There was no more testimony. Mayor Ard closed the public hearing. Jeff Metcalf filed a complaint against the property owners at 2000 Curlew Drive for keeping inoperable junk cars in their yard. One car is in the backyard and one in the front yard. He would like to see C.C. 5-2-13 enforced. Public Works Director Wadsworth took a picture of the car in the backyard. Councilmember Hall and Public Works Director Wadsworth agreed to visit the property and report back at the next Council meeting. Tim Kaser reported that he has to live with cooking smells from Texas Roadhouse every night for six hours. He wondered if the Council has any consideration about air quality control. Attorney Anderson reported that there had been no changes to the Development Agreement for Centennial Ranch. The three-part agreement with City of Ammon, lona Bonneville Sewer District, and the developer is still in effect. Jay Johnson would like to get the plats for Divisions NO.8 and No.9 signed so he can proceed with his plans. Johnson's signed an Affirmation of Development Agreement for Centennial Ranch Divisions No.8 and No.9. The plats the City Council is holding up to sign have no relationship to the three-part agreement. The Council opinion was delaying to sign the plats is the only leverage the City has to expedite revision to the development agreement. Mayor Ard asked that the participation check to TRPTA/CART be held up temporarily. The purpose is to put a little pressure on to get the audit done that BMPO nee9s. Blake Hunsaker inquired about the proposed walking path for Peterson Park. He has been asked to serve on a citizens committee. Council member Bean will get in touch when more details are available. I Gayla Nickel discussed Massage Therapy. City of Idaho Falls has adopted an ordinance, but she has a complaint about their ordinance. The Idaho Falls ordinance is written to prevent prostitution, and it is not written for the health and welfare of the public. Massage therapy is a health care profession. If the City of Ammon adopts any regulations, she recommends that the first priority should be the health and welfare of the public. There are no State regulations for massage therapy, so it is up to the cities to regulate. Suggestions for regulations were discussed. Minimum regulations should include training and or national certification, a minimum age, and licensing. Attorney Anderson was asked to make some recommendations for an ordinance. Reports: Chief Nelson reported for the Fire Department. The Fire Station walk-through to- do list was reviewed. A request was made for a final warranty. The Mayor authorized the Department to move into their new station. Knox boxes have been installed at Teton Spectrum, Game World, and Texas Roadhouse. Florence's Candies questioned giving a key, and they wanted assurance that the Fire Department is bonded. A meeting was held with the State Fire Inspectors regarding Ameritel. The consensus was to let Ameritel fly with the line around the building since development had progressed so far. There are problems with the dispatch, which slows down the response time. Bill Manwill recommended talking to Kay Edwards. City of Idaho Falls runs the dispatch and the County supports it. Regarding the telephone service in the Fire Station, four lines were run in but only one line will be active. The County is responsible to hook up their own line. I Public Works Director Wadsworth reported on Well No. 5 repairs. More dumpsters are needed. Attorney Anderson talked to David Benton about getting the City maps. He said that he wanted to settle his bill. He was asked to prepare the bill he thinks is due him. When the bill is received, we should mediate and resolve any problems. Before the next hearings, the State Statutes should be reviewed. Councilmember Folsom reported that she had been investigating getting the city minutes done outside to free up the office employees. It is possible to have tapes transcribed for $3.50 per page. Also, estimates are being obtained for a sound system in the Council room. It would be beneficial to get a grant writer for the City. City Counci1 Meeting, February 3, 2000 - Page 4 A problem with the street layout of Centennial Ranch Division No.7 was discussed. It was decided to leave as now platted and recorded. Claims were approved. Council member Hall moved to adjourn the meeting, and Councilmember Folsom seconded the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. I ~~ yor ATTEST City Clerk I I