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Council Minutes 9/12/2006 (120) 16 January 21, 1993 CITY OF AMMON January 21, 1993 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council: The meeting was called to order ing City Officials present: Mayor C. Bruce Ard Councilman Marvin J. Anderson Councilman Harvey Crandall Councilman Greg J. Maeser at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor C. Bruce Ard with the follow- Attorney W. Joe Anderson Public Works Director David Wadsworth Fire Chief Cal Smith City Clerk Aleen C. Jensen Others Present: Michael H. Jepsen, Jepsen Insurance Management Compnay Lennis and Margene Tirrell, 3195 Molen Street, Ammon I Absent: Councilman Ira K. Hall Engineer David E. Benton The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was directed by Councilman Crandall, and the invocation was offered by Councilman Anderson. Michael H. Jepsen of Jepsen Insurance Management Company discussed the City's liability insurance coverage through the Idaho Counties Reciprocal Management Program. ICRMP policy changes for 1993 include the addition of boiler and machine coverage which eliminates the need for a separate policy. Also available is an additional $1,000,000 of liability coverage for a premium increase of $2,105. The Council discussed liability needs and whether or not to increase the present coverage. Councilman Maeser agreed to research Idaho Code on liability limits and to present the information for Council consideration at the next meeting. Council action was delayed until February 4, 1993. Lennis and Margene Tirrell, 3195 Molen Street, asked the City Council to take action on their request for rezone from R-3A to C-l of property located on the corner of East Sunnyside Road and Ammon Road. A public hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission was held September 10, 1991, and they recommended approval of the rezone. A public hearing was held before the City Council on October 17, 1991, but the action was tabled pending decisions on the Ammon Road reconstruction project. At this time, it appears the problems with the Ammon Road project have been resolved so Tirrells would like the zoning resolved. They do not have plans for their property, but they believe C-l is a good use and also gives them an option to relocate their Speedi Mart business if the Ammon Road proj ect has an adverse affect. The main concern brought out in the hearings was a buffer on the east boundary to protect the adjacent residences. Some of the adjacent property owners were opting for an eight foot solid wall fence, but the Council has determined they can only require a six foot privacy fence. Councilman Crandall moved to approve the rezone from R-3A to C-l of the Tirrell property legally described as: I Beginning at a point that is N 88028'30" W 460.61 feet and S 1041'08" W 115.00 feet from the Northwest Corner of Lot 1 Block 9 Peterson Park Subdivision and running thence N 88028'30" W 100.00 feet; thence S 89007' 41" W 221.16 feet; to the East line of the Ammon Lincoln Road, thence S 0010'47" W 394.57 feet to a point that is S 88030'39" E 49.30 feet and N 0010'47" E 14.09 feet from the Southwest Corner of Section 26 T 2N R 38 E.B.M. thence S 88023'17" E 228.07 feet; along the North line of Sunnyside Road thence N 1041'08" E 250.40 feet; thence S 88030'39" E 82.50 feet; thence N 1041'07" E 153.60 feet to the point of beginning, less and except that portion deeded to the City of Ammon for right-of-way purposes. with the stipulation that a six foot privacy fence (chain link with slats or I wooden) be constructed and maintained on the east property line. The motion was seconded by Councilman Maeser. Roll call vote: Crandall - Yes; Maeser - Yes; And- erson Yes. The motion carried unanimously. The Mayor instructed Attorney Anderson to prepare an ordinance establishing the rezone. Mr. Tirrell recommended the City consider abandoning the irrigation ditch running west from Ammon Road on Sunnyside Road in front of Ammon Speedi Mart to Sand Creek when Ammon Road is reconstructed. Councilman Maeser moved to approve the minutes of City Council Meeting held January 7, 1993, as written. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson. Roll call vote: Maeser - Yes; Anderson - Yes; Crandall - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. In accordance with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission, Councilman Maeser moved to approve the Bonneville County plat for McDonald's Farm Division No.3 which lies within Ammon's impact area. The motion was seconded by I I I Councilman Crandall. Roll call vote: Yes. The motion carried unanimously. 17 January 21, 1993 Maeser - Yes; Crandall - Yes; Anderson - Mayor Ard authorized the City Clerk to prepare the checks for the Ammoil Road right- of-way acquisition. Mayor Ard read a letter from Dr. Richard Goodworth, Superintendent of Schools for Bonneville Joint School District 93, to express their appreciation for cooperation and timely assistance in making it possible for the school buses to return District students to their homes on Monday, January 11, 1993. The keeping of roads open under the adverse blizzard conditions existing on that day was a challenge to all. Utah Power extended an invitation to visit their new facilities north of Shelley on January 26th and 27th, 1993. Reports: Public Works Director David Wadsworth discussed snow removal and road conditions. Additional supplies of salt and pumice have been ordered to use for sanding icy roads. Repairs have been made on the road grader. People who shovel snow into the street when they clear their walkways and driveways create problems for maintaining drivable streets. Councilman Maeser suggested the Council may need to consider bigger or additional equipment to handle snow removal another year. It was agreed that the City crew has handled the heavy snow quite well this year, but the City needs to continually plan in order to be prepared for similar situations. Attorney Anderson sent a letter to Progressive Irrigation regarding the abatement of water assessments on the acquired Ammon Road right-of-way parcels. The Attorney General is researching information on exemption of the bidding procedures when property is purchased between governmental units. Fire Chief Cal Smith reported for the Fire Department. Discussion included the following: (1) Permission was requested to send a warning letter to Tom Thompson, 1920 Curlew Drive, to advise him that it is against the fire code to park a 1000 gallon propane truck on the street in a residential area. The Council recommended that Thompson be warned and that his employer also be notified. (2) Vehicle parking on the streets during heavy snow conditions creates problems for emergency equipment. (3) A request was made for greater awareness of the fire station during snow removal. The fire station should be on the high priority list. It was suggested the City consider purchasing a snow blower for the fire station. This would be a good budget item to consider in the 1994FY budget. All the volunteers should be encouraged to use the east side of the driveway during winter storms. (4) On Saturday, the Fire Department plans to work to clear the snow away from the fire hydrants. (5) Fire Chief Smith sent a letter to James Walker about equipment claimed to be on loan to the department. There has been no response. The City Council agreed no action is necessary. (6) Assistant Fire Chief Bill Brotherson is on temporary leave for medical reasons. Chief Smith recommended Clarence Nelson be appointed Assistant Fire Chief. Robert Farrow is serving as Fire Marshal. Councilman Maeser moved to accept the recommendation of Fire Chief Smith to appoint Clarence Nelson as Assistant Fire Chief. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crandall. Roll call vote: Maeser - Yes; Crandall - Yes; Anderson - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. (7) When in service, the only means of communication the Fire Department has is through dispatch. Since the installation of their new radio system, Idaho Falls has to change channels to monitor Ammon. This creates problems to make necessary contacts during emergency situations. The Council was asked to consider purchase of a cellular phone and installing a telephone at the fire station. It was recommended that cost figures be obtained. Ammon's Fire Chief should contact Idaho Falls' Fire Chief for permission to use their new frequency. Heavy snowfalls and extreme weather conditons have brought challenges to the City this winter. City employees have worked hard to utilize available funds and equipment for prompt snow removal and for road maintenance. Citizens have complained loudly. There is always a need for City/citizen cooperation, and especially in emergency situations. The Council discussed the power of the City officials to declare emergencies, to issue snow alerts, to restrict street parking, to remove parked vehicles off the streets, to eliminate shoveling snow from private property into the street, and etc. Attorney Anderson advised the Mayor has power by resolution of the City Council. Councilman Crandall moved to grant Mayor Ard the power to declare an emergency if and when the situation warrants and to authorize him to use his judgement in recommending discretionary action to satisfy the emergency. The motion was seconded by Councilman Maeser. Roll call vote: Cran- dall - Yes; Maeser - Yes; Anderson - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. The motion should be prepared in resolution form and posted around the City. Mayor Ard signed the certification of appointment authorizing W. Joe Anderson, Scott R. Hall, and Todd R. Erikson to represent the City of Ammon in matters conducted before the courts of Bonneville County. 18 January 21, 1993, and February 4, 1993 Delinquent utility accounts were discussed. The City Office was encouraged to enforce collection policies. Claims were approved. Councilman Councilman Crandall moved to adjourn the meeting, and the motion was seconded Maeser. The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 P.M. ~ a~ (! Q0~~t- 0 CITY CLERK ~ by ATTEST CITY OF AMMON February 4, 1993 I Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council: The meeting was called to order ing City Officials present: Mayor C. Bruce Ard Councilman Marvin J. Anderson Councilman Harvey Crandall Councilman Greg J. Maeser at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor C. Bruce Ard with the follow- Engineer David E. Benton Public Works Director David Wadsworth Fire Chief Cal Smith City Clerk Aleen C. Jensen Others Present: Blaine Simmons Sidney L. and Sherry S. Crossley, 3545 Ross Avenue, Ammon Absent: Councilman Ira K. Hall Attorney W. Joe Anderson The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was directed by Mayor Ard, and the invocation was offered by Councilman Crandall. Blaine Simmons discussed snow removal and offered his service to the City to help breakdown the icy ruts on the streets. Mr. Simmons uses a beater tractor equipped with a blade, and he charges $75 per hour. The Council did not make a commitment to use Mr. Simmons and his equipment. Sidney L. and Sherry S. Crossley, 3945 Ross Avenue, requested a home occupation permit to sell ACU-MED 1. D. cards and tags, dba Crossley Enterprises. Crossleys plan to distribute brochures to various businesses and doctors' offices. The brochure contains a form for interested people to supply emergency medical data. The completed form and a fee is mailed to Crossleys for processing. At present the information is microfilmed and mounted elsewhere, but eventually the whole process will be completed by the Crossleys at their home. No action was taken, but the request will be considered as an agenda item at Council Meeting on February 18, 1993. I Councilman Maeser moved 21, 1993, as written. vote: Maeser Yes; unanimously. to approve the minutes of City Council Meeting held January The motion was seconded by Councilman Crandall. Roll call Crandall Yes; Anderson Yes. The motion carried Mayor Ard reviewed the status of the Ammon Road Reconstruction Proj ect No. STP- M-7436(001). The bids were opened in Boise on January 28, 1993. There were five bidders--H-K Contractors of Idaho Falls; BECO of Idaho Falls; Mainline Construction of Billings, Montana; Burggraf Construction of Idaho Falls; and BECHO of Utah. The low bid was from H-K Contractors of Idaho Falls for $1,782,615.90 but the bid will not be awarded until the State Transportation Department completes all the details. The City Office has prepared the checks to property owners for right- of-way acquisition, and Mayor Ard asked the Council to review each of the checks. I Checks for right-of-way were issued to the following: Richard and Bonadell Skid- more; Lennis and Margene Tirrell; Craig Z. and Karren Sue Hall; Leonard C. and Irma C. McDonald; Terry and Debra Taylor/Charter Bank for Savings FSB; Charter Bank for Savings FSB of Albuquerque, New Mexico, to process Taylors' mortgage release; Dean W. and Mildred W. Haymond; Fred and Wanda Karford; Corporation of the Presiding Bishop of the LDS Church; William VerI and Irene S. Larsen; Renee Loa Ries Doiron and Berna Dean Ries Olsen; Christopher P. Wright; Frank T. and Eudora S. Butler; and The Bessie Judy Family Trust c/o Dorothy Scoresby. The City Clerk was authorized to mail these checks to the property owners. Dick Dyer of Forsgren Associates has submitted a reimbursement claim to the State for right-of-way acquisition costs, legal fees, and the remainder of the design engineer contract. Forsgren's final payment on the design engineering is not to be disbursed until the City receives the reimbursement. The certificate of deposit filed with the State Transportation Department will mature on February 7, 1993. Rich Hardy and Lennis Tirrell need to sign a written statement authorizing abandonment of the irrigation pipe along their property on East Sunnyside Road to the Taylor Exchange I I I 19 February 4, 1993 ditch. Engineer Benton called attention to the need for some adjustment for the curb cut by Horace Smith's property since a through street is no longer planned. Also, there needs to be an awareness of the drainage planned for Ammon Meadows. Engineer Benton agreed to discuss these areas with the Transportation Department and/or the contractor. Councilman Crandall moved to retain liability insurance coverage with ICRMP at the 1,000,000 limit. The motion was seconded by Councilman Maeser. Roll call vote: Crandall - Yes; Maeser - Yes; Anderson - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. For Information Awareness Week; Dinner at the Meeting. - National Child Passenger Safety and Zoning Commission Appreciation 1993 - ICRMP Semi-Annual Business Purposes: February 8-14, 1993 February 9, 1993 - Planning Sandpiper; and February 11, Reports: David Wadsworth reported for the Public Works Department. The Department of Environmental Quality checked our water system. A visit was made to each well, and they will send Mayor Ard a written report of their findings. They verbally recommended the City look to removing the underground fuel storage tanks at Well No.7. BMPO has announced a workshop scheduled for early March in Boise, and they would like to have some of the City Officials attend. A gear is broken on the road grader. Parts have been ordered to make the repair. When the repairs are completed, the grade should move ice better. Street conditions were discussed. Engineer Benton inquired if there had been any contact about the Deseret Mutual property development. No information was available. Niel and Wayne Johnson are in the process of amending the Aimee Ann Estates plat. After the Planning and Zoning Commission reviews the plat, the Council will have the opportunity to review it. Chief Ca1 Smith reported on the Fire Department. purchased a battery charger/starter. Mayor Ard of the equipment they purchase. They had battery problems so they counseled them to keep good track (Spelling correction 2/18/93 City Co.) City Clerk Jensen reported on informational materials received which have been filed in the City Office for reference. The State Insurance Fund has issued a new policy to cover our workers' compensation. It was noted the City of Ammon did not receive a premium refund from State Insurance, but our experience rating dropped a little. The City of Idaho Falls has completed their annual sewer report> and it shows a decrease in charges for treatment and maintenance. The decrease has resulted from bringing Busch Agricultural Resources Inc. on the line, and will probably only be effective for 1993. A request has been received for information on transfer to a new owner of a license for retail sale of beer and wine by the bottle. Transfer procedures outlined in the City Code were reviewed, and they should be followed if the request materializes. Claims were approved. Councilman Crandall moved to adj ourn the meeting, and the motion Councilman Maeser. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 P.M. o~0 ~J C. Q-VJuL40) CITY CLERK j/ seconded by was ATTEST