Council Minutes 11/03/2005
CITY OF AMMON
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2005
EXECUTIVE SESSION 6:30 P.M.:
City Officials present:
Mayor C. Bruce Ard (7:00 p.m.)
Councilmember W. Lee Bean
Councilmember Karen Y. Anderson
Councilmember Randy Waite (7:00 p.m.)
Counci]member Rex Thompson
City Attorney Scott Hall
City Attorney Gary Cooper
City Administrator Bruce Rose
City Clerk/Treasurer Diane Gemp]er
Counci]member Thompson motioned to move to executive session regarding pending litigation.
Councilmember Bean seconded. The motion carried.
REGULAR SESSION:
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ard at 7:30 p.m. in the City Building, 2] 35 South Ammon Road,
Ammon, Idaho, with the following City Officials present:
Mayor C. Bruce Ard
Councilmember W. Lee Bean
Councilmember Karen Y. Anderson
Councilmember Randy Waite
Councilmember Rex Thompson
City Attorney Scott Hall
City Administrator Bruce Rose
City Planning Director Ron Fo]som
City Engineer Bill Manwill
City Clerk/Treasurer Diane Gemp]er
Councilmember Thompson led the P]ede:e of Allee:iance to the Flae: and, Councilmember Waite offered a
prayer.
Minutes October 20, 2005: Councilmember Waite motioned to approve the October 20, 2005 minutes as
presented. Councilmember Bean seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember Bean-
Yes, Councilmember Anderson - Yes, Council member Thompson - Yes. The motion carried.
Items From the Mayor: Mayor Ard read Centennial Recognitions from the U.S. Congress and Senate from the
congressional record.
Mayor Ard reported that he has spoken with representatives from the Stone haven and Felt-Waite additions
regarding the Sunnyside cross walk issue. Mayor Ard suggested that a committee be formed to explore possible
options. Those residents interested in participating in the committee where instructed to leave their names and
contact numbers with City Administrator Bruce Rose.
Consent Ae:enda: None
Public "earine: - Family Care Center "ousine: Grant:
Ted Hendricks of The Development Company presented the grant application and information regarding
the $500,000 grant. Mr. Hendricks presented a general description of the proposed project. The project entails
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construction of the 35-bed Pearl House facility (which is to be a part of the Family Care Center complex) serving
limited clientele children and youth who need mental health care. The project will cost $2,500,000, which includes
the $500,000 grant from the State if the application is successful. Construction is scheduled to begin in June of2006
with completion anticipated for the winter of2007.
Dr. Thana, Director of the Family Care Center, addressed the Council and explained the Pearl House
concept and the clientele who will be served by the center.
The Pearl House facility will be housed in the Family Care Center site at 4675 South Hitt Road in Ammon.
This site was chosen because of its location in relationship to the clients who travel from all over eastern Idaho for
services, its rural yet accessible setting, the availability of the acreage which provides space for the workshop and
animal therapy programs that are a part of the mental health programs as well as the Pearl House and clinic facilities
in one location. The limited clientele served averages 93 children and youth per year on an "in-house" basis. The
Family Care Center program serves hundreds of individuals annually. The ultimate objective is to create a facility to
house children and youth who need various assistance with mental health issues, pregnant teens, and runaways
needing shelter.
Mr. Hendricks and Dr. Thana answered the Council's questions about the nature of the project and the
Family Care Center operation.
Mayor Ard closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Thompson motioned to approve the grant application and project as presented and
authorize the Mayor to sign the various documents needed for the application. Councilmember Waite seconded.
Roll call vote: Councilmember Thompson - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember Anderson - Yes,
Council member Bean - Yes. The motion carried.
Public Comment on Items not on Al!enda:
Sharon Cutler, 2940 Brownstone Circle, addressed the Council regarding the lack of a cross-walk on
Sunnyside. Mr. Kip Nelson, who sits on the School Board, has asked her to convey his desire to be involved in
discussions regarding completion of the street and crossing.
David McGrath, 3335 Taylorview Lane, addressed the Council regarding the lack of a cross-walk on the
improved section of Sunnyside.
Mrs. Kent VanOrden, 3886 Taylorview Lane, addressed the Council. She stated that the school district has
provided safety busing as a temporary measure. She appreciates the scheduling of the work meeting.
Sharon McGrath, 3335 Taylorview Lane addressed the Council stating that the situation is difficult at best.
They live at the comer of Taylorview and Sunnyside. Her children have to walk length of Taylorview to catch bus.
Jennifer Bohrer, 3850 Stonehaven, addressed the Council. She feels that the kids should be able to walk to
and from school. She also feels that Sunnyside is not completed.
Steve Bohrer, 3850 Stonehaven addressed the Council. Mr. Bohrer agrees with Mr. McGrath. He feels the
Council needs to make all of Ammon safe for pedestrians.
Denise Hansen, 5390 South Marbrisa, a county resident, addressed the Council. She stated that her
children occasionally must cross Sunnyside and wants something done right away.
Jeff Caldwell, 3800 South Hidden Haven, addressed the Council. He is frustrated that his kids need to be
driven out of neighborhood to be able to utilize the parks. He feels there needs to be an island, cross walk and
reduced speeds/school zone.
John Cutler, 2940 Brownstone Circle, addressed the Council, reiterating the statements made by his wife
and Mr. Caldwell.
ACTION ITEMS:
Fire Department Remarks: Bill Brotherson, Fire Marshall, addressed the Council regarding concerns that
someone has eluded to the citizen's of Ammon have been in greater danger because the Fire Chief, Clarence Nelson
has been assisting with hurricane relief in Mississippi, and Mr. Brotherson has taken an anniversary vacation with
his wife that had been booked for over year.
Scott Ford, Ammon Deputy Fire Chief, addressed the Council. He stated that it has been brought to their
attention that the department has been used as a pawn in the current campaign. Mr. Ford has been covering for the
Fire Chief while he is participating in hurricane relief efforts. His request is that the candidate responsible for
negative statements about the Fire Department extend a public apology.
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Barbara Nelson, the wife of Fire Chief Clarence Nelson, addressed the Council, extending her thanks to the
firefighters, Mayor and Council members for their support of the volunteers. Mrs. Nelson stated that she had
received numerous calls requesting her comments regarding statements made by Mayoral Candidate Anderson at the
public forum. Mrs. Nelson had not attended the forum and was forced to shut her phone off because of the
numerous calls. She stated that "A mayoral candidate felt she would get more votes by destroying a man's career."
Mrs. Nelson voiced her distress that a candidate would attack her husband in a public forum when he was out of
state and unable to defend himself.
Charles Smith, a volunteer firefighter, addressed the council regarding the accident which occurred on
September 29th at 17th Street and Midway and, subsequent death of the child who was struck. The volunteers feel
that there is an urgent need for QRU unit. A full proposal will be presented to the Council at their next work
session.
Councilmember Anderson apologized to Mrs. Nelson and attempted to explain her position regarding the
Fire Department.
Split Zone Policv: City Planning Director asked the Council to make a formal policy statement regarding any
existing split-zoned lots that have not been constructed upon. Going forward staff will ensure that there are not any
split zoned lots in new plats.
Until such time as the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends ordinance amendments to formalize
the policy, the practice of limiting construction to the most restrictive zone on a split zoned lot remains in force.
Zion's Bank Site Plan: City Planning Director Ron Folsom presented slides of the Site Plan, vicinity and location.
The property is located at the southeast comer of Sunnyside and Hitt Road. The parking is sufficient for the single
level bank. The developer will be informed that additional parking will needed if the basement of the building is
finished for use.
The Council reviewed the proposed preliminary site plan.
Councilmember Anderson motioned to approve the Zion's Bank preliminary Site Plan as presented.
Councilmember Waite seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Anderson - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes,
Council member Bean - Yes, Councilmember Thompson - Yes. The motion carried.
Ordinance #380 - Sabin Drive Rezone: Council member Anderson read Ordinance #380 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 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 Anderson - Yes, Councilmember Thompson - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember
Bean - Yes. The motion carried.
Councilmember Anderson read Ordinance #380 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 by title and
motioned that the City Council adopt ordinance #379 as an ordinance of the City of Ammon on its third and final
reading. Councilmember Thompson seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Anderson - Yes, Councilmember
Thompson - Yes, Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember Bean - Yes. The motion carried.
Well #6 Upe:rade Chane:e Order: Public Works Administrator Rick Williams reported that the original design was
for a manual read meter. The change order is to upgrade to an electronic meter that will work with the SCADA
System.
Councilmember Waite motioned to approve the change order as presented. Councilmember Thompson
seconded. Roll call vote: Councilmember Waite - Yes, Councilmember Thompson - Yes, Councilmember
Anderson - Yes, Councilmember Bean - Yes. The motion carried
Miscellaneous Discussion:
Water System Plannine:: Councilmember Thompson asked the Council to consider the higher cost of providing
water and sewer services in the Founders' Point Addition. The Council discussed the issue and asked the City
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Attorney to research whether different connection fee rates can be charged in different areas of the City due to
increased costs involved in servicing the area.
Councilmember Bean motioned to adjourn to executive session to discuss personnel issues.
Councilmember Anderson seconded.
The meeting adjourned at 12:00 P.M.
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