Council Minutes 02/02/2006
CITY OF AMMON
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2,2005
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ard at 7:30 p.m. in the City Building, 2135 South Ammon Road,
Ammon, Idaho, with the following City Officials present:
Mayor C. Bruce Ard
Councilmember Randy Waite
Councilmember Rex Thompson
Councilmember Dana Kirkham
City Attorney Scott Hall
City Administrator Bruce Rose
City Engineer Bill Manwill
City Planning Director Ron Folsom
City Clerk/Treasurer Diane Gempler
Officials absent: Councilmember W. Lee Bean
Councilmember Kirkham led the Pledl!e of Allel!iance to the Flal! and, Councilmember Thompson offered
a prayer.
Minutes Januarv 19. 2006: Councilmember Thompson motioned to approve the January 19,2006, Minutes as
corrected. Councilmember Kirkham seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Thompson - Yes, Councilmember
Kirkham - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes. The motion carried.
Items From the Mavor: Mayor Ard gave the floor to Ted Hendricks of The Development Company, who explained
proposed Resolution 2006-001, A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY OF AMMON, IDAHO, AUTHORIZING
BRUCE ARD, MAYOR OF AMMON, TO SIGN ALL APPLICATIONS, GRANT AGREEMENTS AND
AMENDMENTS, AND OTHER DOCUMENTS RELATING TO W ASTEW A TER FACILITIES PLANNING
GRANTS. The resolution is needed to proceed with the necessary documentation and agreements for the regional
sewer project.
Councilmember Thompson motioned to approve Resolution 2006-001. Councilmember Waite seconded.
Roll call vote: Councilmember Thompson - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember Kirkham - Yes.
The motion carried.
Mayor Ard reported that a developer has contacted him regarding the undeveloped Karfordt property on
I i" Street, behind Greenfield. They are interested in possibly rezoning the property to allow construction of a
fitness center. The developer was referred to Ron Folsom for more information on the processes of rezoning a
property .
Consent Al!enda: Councilmember Kirkham motioned to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember
Thompson seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Kirkham - Yes, Councilmember Thompson - Yes,
Councilmember Waite - Yes. The motion carried
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
PUBLIC COMMENT - ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA: None
ACTION ITEMS:
Linford Reauest for Variance - Side Yard Set Back: The Council discussed the requested variance. Mr. Linford
stated that they have been unable to reach an agreement with Mr. Hackbarth.
Councilmember Kirkham motioned to grant the Linfords' variance request. Councilmember Waite
seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Kirkham - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember
Thompson - Yes. The motion carried.
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Ordinance #381 - Title 10 Amendments: Councilmember Thompson read Ordinance No. 381 AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF AMMON INCLUDING CHAPTER 5, SECTION 10-5-4; CHAPTER 14, SECTIONS 10-14-5-(A)
and (B); CHAPTER 14A, SECTIONS 1O-14A-5-(A) and (B) and 1O-14A-8-(D); CHAPTER 15, SECTIONS 10-15-
5-(B) and 1O-15-9-(F); CHAPTER 16, SECTIONS 10-16-5-(A) and 10-16-8-(C); CHAPTER 17, SECTIONS 10-
17-5-(A) and 1O-17-8-(C); CHAPTER 18, SECTION 1O-18-5-(A) and 10-18-8-(C); CHAPTER 19, TOTAL
REVISION; CHAPTER 20, SECTIONS 10-20-1, 10-20-2, 10-20-5-(A); CHAPTER 21, SECTIONS 10-21-2 and
10-21-3; CHAPTER 22, SECTIONS 10-22-1, 10-22-2 and 10-22-3; CHAPTER 23, SECTIONS 10-23-2 and 10-23-
3; CHAPTER 29, SECTIONS 10-29-1, 1O-29-6-(D), 10-29-8-(1), I 0-29-13-(C) and (D); CHAPTER 31, SECTIONS
10-31-3 and 10-31-6-(A) by title and motioned that City Council dispense with the rule requiring the reading of the
ordinance on three different days and that the three readings be waived. Councilmember Waite seconded. Roll call
vote: Councilmember Thompson - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember Kirkham - Yes. The
motion carried.
Councilmember Thompson read Ordinance No. 381 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS
SECTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF AMMON
INCLUDING CHAPTER 5, SECTION 10-5-4; CHAPTER 14, SECTIONS 10-14-5-(A) and (B); CHAPTER 14A,
SECTIONS 1O-14A-5-(A) and (B) and 10-14A-8-(D); CHAPTER 15, SECTIONS 10-15-5-(B) and 10-15-9-(F);
CHAPTER 16, SECTIONS 1O-16-5-(A) and 10-16-8-(C); CHAPTER 17, SECTIONS 1O-17-5-(A) and 10-17-8-
(C); CHAPTER 18, SECTION 10-18-5-(A) and 10-18-8-(C); CHAPTER 19, TOTAL REVISION; CHAPTER 20,
SECTIONS 10-20-1, 10-20-2, 10-20-5-(A); CHAPTER 21, SECTIONS 10-21-2 and 10-21-3; CHAPTER 22,
SECTIONS 10-22-1, 10-22-2 and 10-22-3; CHAPTER 23, SECTIONS 10-23-2 and 10-23-3; CHAPTER 29,
SECTIONS 10-29-1, 10-29-6-(D), 10-29-8-(1), 10-29-13-(C) and (0); CHAPTER 31, SECTIONS 10-31-3 and 10-
31-6-(A) by title and motioned to adopt Ordinance #381 as an ordinance of the City of Ammon on its third and fmal
reading. Councilmember Waite seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Thompson - Yes, Councilmember
Waite - Yes, Councilmember Kirkham - Yes. The motion carried.
Councilmember Kirkham motioned to approve the Summary of Ordinance #381 for publication.
Councilmember Waite seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Kirkham - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes,
Councilmember Thompson - Yes. The motion carried.
Ordinance #382 - Ratliff Rezone R1-A to CC-1: Councilmember Waite read Ordinance No. 382 AN
ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION AND THE ZONING MAP FOR CERTAIN
LANDS LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF AMMON; PARTICULARLY DESCRIBING SAID LANDS AND
DECLARING THE CLASSIFICATION OF ZONING FOR EACH SUCH PARCEL OF LAND; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (Ratliff Property) by title and motioned that the City Council dispense with the rule
requiring the reading of the ordinance on three different days and that the three readings be waived. Councilmember
Thompson seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember Thompson - Yes,
Councilmember Kirkham - Yes. The motion carried.
Councilmember Waite read Ordinance No. 382 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING
CLASSIFICATION AND THE ZONING MAP FOR CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF
AMMON; PARTICULARLY DESCRIBING SAID LANDS AND DECLARING THE CLASSIFICATION OF
ZONING FOR EACH SUCH PARCEL OF LAND; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (Ratliff Property)
by title and motioned to adopt Ordinance #382 as an ordinance of the City of Ammon on its third and fmal reading.
Councilmember Thompson seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember Thompson-
Yes, Councilmember Kirkham - Yes. The motion carried.
Speed Limit - 21st South: City Administrator Bruce Rose reported that a county resident has asked Bonneville
County authorities to reduce the speed limit on 21 st South. The request has been forwarded to the City as much of
the street is within City limits. Road and Bridge officials agree that the speed limit should be no more than 40 mph.
City Engineer Bill Manwill noted that as the portion of the street within the City is not posted, as such the speed
limit is actually 25 mph. The Sheriff's office will not enforce the 25 mph speed limit unless it is posted.
Councilmember Kirkham motioned to increase the speed limit on 21 st South from 25 mph to 40 mph and to
post the speed limit. Councilmember Thompson seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Kirkham - Yes,
Councilmember Thompson - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes. The motion carried.
Authorization to Bid Eae:le Bride:e: City Administrator Bruce rose reported that staff has met with Robert Butler
of Butler Engineering. They concluded that if they began now, with a decision to bid at this meeting, construction
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could be completed this spring. Staff would return with the design and bids for the Council's approval before
continuing with the project.
Phil Deaton, 2040 Eagle Drive, addressed the Council and reiterated his concern regarding how the
difference in street widths on each side of the canal will be addressed in the design.
Councilmember Kirkham motioned to authorize bidding on the Eagle Bridge. Councilmember Waite
seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Kirkham - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember
Thompson - Yes. The motion carried.
Authorization to Bid/Order Garbal!e Truck - FY2007 - for Deliver 10/112006: City Administrator Bruce Rose
reported that the garbage truck ordered in June 2005 was finally delivered on January 31 st. Due to the length of time
it has taken to receive this truck, staff is requesting the Council authorize bidding of the truck that is planned to be
purchased in fiscal year 2007.
The Council discussed the request. Whether it is appropriate to bid equipment that has not yet been
budgeted was questioned.
Councilmember Waite motioned to table the request to allow the auditor to be consulted. Councilmember
Thompson seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember Thompson - Yes,
Councilmember Kirkham - Yes. The motion carried.
Miscellaneous: The Council reviewed and discussed an area water and sewer rate study provided by Schiess and
Associates. The Council directed staff to set up a special work session to discuss connection fees on February 16,
2006 at 6:00 p.m. and, invited members of the public to participate.
Mayor Ard reported on City Officials Day at the Capital. Senator Bart Davis provided him with a great
deal of information regarding the proposed property tax legislation. It is likely there will be a change of some kind
in the property tax laws during this legislative session. Proposed changes may have the result of increasing the
City's levy rate.
City Administrator Bruce Rose reported on additional street failures that are becoming apparent in the
Cottages, specifically in Division #2. Pictures of the damaged areas were provided for the Council's review.
Councilmember Waite motioned to adjourn. Councilmember Kirkham seconded. All in favor, the motion
carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9: 15 p.m.
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