1. Call to Order. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Public Comment. Members of the public are invited to address the City Council regarding matters that are not on the Agenda or already noticed for a public hearing. When you address the Council, please state your name and address for the record and please limit your remarks to three (3) minutes. The Mayor may exercise discretion to decide if and when to allow public comment on an agenda item that does not include a public hearing. If the Mayor determines your comments may be made later in the meeting, she will let you know when you may make your comments. Please note that matters currently pending before the Planning Commission or Board of Adjustment which may be the subject of a pending enforcement action, or which are relative to a City personnel matter are not suitable for public comment.
Any item may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any member of the Council for separate consideration. A. Item from the City Clerk: Approval of License Applications, all carrying the required approvals. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve all items on the Consent Agenda according to the recommendations presented.
Regular Agenda. Municipal Services Idaho Falls Power Auditing and DSM Management and Auditing Tracking Platform: For consideration is the Request for Proposal #16-023, Auditing Platform and DSM Management and Tracking Platform. The purchase of these software platforms will enable Idaho Falls Power to enhance customer service. It is recommended that the Municipal Services Department and Idaho Falls Power enter into a professional service contract with the Yenter Group for a total contract award of $35,000. Funding for this contract award and the $16,000 annual maintenance fee is budgeted in the Idaho Falls Power 2015/2016 budget. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To enter into a professional service contract with the Yenter Group for a total contract award of $35,000 and $16,000 annual maintenance fee, for Auditing Platform and DSM Management and Tracking Platform (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Resolution to adopt the Idaho State plan for deferred compensation: For your consideration is a Resolution to adopt the Idaho State plan for deferred compensation as per Idaho Code Section 59-513. Currently city employees are able to select PERSI Choice 401(k) plan or Valic 457 deferred compensation plan. Members of the 2016/17 compensation evaluation panel are recommending this plan for adoption as it will provide city employees another option to participate in a supplemental, pre-tax retirement plan. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve the Resolution to adopt the Idaho State plan for deferred compensation as per Idaho Code Section 59-513 (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Professional Services Contract for Downtown Master Plan & Implementation Strategy: For consideration is the Request for Qualifications #16-025, Downtown Master Plan and Implementation Strategy project. The purpose for this submittal was to find a qualified consultant(s) to develop a downtown master plan. It is recommended that the Municipal Services and Community Development Services Departments enter into a professional service contract with CRSA for a total contract award of $71,099.00. Funding for this project is budgeted in the Community Development Services 2015/2016 budget. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To enter into a professional service contract with CRSA for a total contract award of $71,099.00, for the Downtown Master Plan and Implementation Strategy project (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Tentative Approval of 2016/17 Fiscal Year Budget: Municipal Services respectfully requests the Mayor and Council to tentatively approve the 2016/17 fiscal year budget. Upon the final 2016/17 fiscal year budget amount, approval will also be requested to publish the “Notice of Public Hearing” of the 2016/17 fiscal year budget with publication dates set for July 31, 2016, and August 7, 2016. The Public Hearing is scheduled for 7:30 pm, Thursday, August 11, 2016, in the Council Chambers of the City Annex Building located at 680 Park Avenue in Idaho Falls, Idaho. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To tentatively approve the 2016/17 fiscal year budget, and give approval to publish the “Notice of Public Hearing” of the 2016/17 fiscal year budget with publication dates set for July 31, 2016, and August 7, 2016, with the Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, August 11, 2016 (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Public Works Professional Services Agreement for 17th Street and S 25th East (Hitt Road) Intersection Improvements: For consideration is a Professional Services Agreement for engineering services for the intersection improvements at 17th Street and S 25th East (Hitt Road) with Six Mile Engineering. This agreement, if approved, will require a not to exceed amount of $32,706.00. This agreement has been prepared by the City Attorney. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve of the Professional Services Agreement with Six Mile Engineering in an amount not to exceed $32,706.00, and give authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the documents (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Water Line Easement Vacation Request – 1080 Elmore Avenue: The property owner has requested the vacation of a water line easement at 1080 Elmore Avenue in order to make better use of the property. The Water Division has reviewed and approves the request. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To authorize the City Attorney to prepare documents needed to accomplish the water line easement vacation (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Police Department Dog Control Ordinance: The Dog Control Ordinance is in conflict with current zoning ordinances. The staff recommends replacing the City’s current kennel licensing with an additional dog permit. The amendment also provides for procedural due process to appeal a denial of an additional dog permit. The City Attorney has drafted an amendment to City Ordinance Title 5, Chapter 6. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve amendments to the Dog Control Ordinance under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance).
Community Development Services Request for Waiver of Electric Line Extension Fees, 1222 North Woodruff: For consideration is a request for waiver of electric line extension fees for the project 1222 North Woodruff. The total fees are $41,043.34. This request is made pursuant to City Code 8-5-31 which states, "Council reserves the right to waive or adjust fees (other than net metering fees) upon a finding of good cause to do so where such waiver or reduction supports redevelopment or the annexation of property contiguous with or surrounded by the City." The main purpose of the fee waiver was to promote infill and redevelopment projects. This was in recognition that such sites would already have electrical infrastructure on the site or adjacent to the site. Even for those sites which have made the request, if there was no existing infrastructure on the site staff has recommended and Council has approved a waiver of the labor costs only. This site was recently annexed to the City of Idaho Falls. It is contiguous to the City on the west boundary, but the remainder of the area surrounding the site is County land. There was no existing power infrastructure on the site. Power facilities are located adjacent or nearby the property. Community Development Services and Idaho Falls Power staff does not feel this property is infill or redevelopment for the reasons listed above and recommends denial of the waiver request. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To deny the request for waiver of electric line extension fees in the amount of $41,043.34 for the project at 1222 North Woodruff (or take other action deemed appropriate).
5D 3. Annexation and Initial Zoning of C-1, Annexation Ordinance, Zoning Ordinance and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards for a surveying gap and Final Plat and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards, Snake River Landing Division No. 11: For consideration is the application for Annexation and Initial Zoning of C-1, Annexation Ordinance, Zoning Ordinance and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards for a surveying gap and Final Plat and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards, Snake River Landing Division No. 11. The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the Final Plat application at its June 7, 2016, meeting and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Prior to presenting the plat to the Mayor and City Council, the City Surveyor discovered a 25-foot-wide gap within the property that had not been annexed and zoned. The plat could not proceed until the property was annexed into the City. The Commission reviewed the Annexation and Initial Zoning Application at its July 19, 2016, meeting and recommend approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with these recommendations. RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: (in sequential order) a. To approve the Ordinance annexing Snake River Landing Division No. 11, under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance). b. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation for Snake River Landing Division No. 11, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. c. To approve the Ordinance assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of High Density Residential and establishing the initial zoning for Snake River Landing Division No. 11 as C- 1 (Limited Business Zone), under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance), that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to include the area annexed herewith, and that the City Planner be instructed to reflect said annexation, zoning, and amendment to the Comprehensive Plan on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Maps located in the Planning Office. d. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of C-1 Zone for Snake River Landing Division No. 11, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. e. To accept the Final Plat for Snake River Landing Division No. 11, and give authorization for the Mayor, City Engineer, and City Clerk to sign said Final Plat. f. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Final Plat for Snake River Landing Division No. 11, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. 6. Motion to Adjourn.
1. Call to Order. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Public Comment. Members of the public are invited to address the City Council regarding matters that are not on the Agenda or already noticed for a public hearing. When you address the Council, please state your name and address for the record and please limit your remarks to three (3) minutes. The Mayor may exercise discretion to decide if and when to allow public comment on an agenda item that does not include a public hearing. If the Mayor determines your comments may be made later in the meeting, she will let you know when you may make your comments. Please note that matters currently pending before the Planning Commission or Board of Adjustment which may be the subject of a pending enforcement action, or which are relative to a City personnel matter are not suitable for public comment.
Any item may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any member of the Council for separate consideration. A. Item from the City Clerk: Approval of License Applications, all carrying the required approvals. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve all items on the Consent Agenda according to the recommendations presented.
Regular Agenda. Municipal Services Idaho Falls Power Auditing and DSM Management and Auditing Tracking Platform: For consideration is the Request for Proposal #16-023, Auditing Platform and DSM Management and Tracking Platform. The purchase of these software platforms will enable Idaho Falls Power to enhance customer service. It is recommended that the Municipal Services Department and Idaho Falls Power enter into a professional service contract with the Yenter Group for a total contract award of $35,000. Funding for this contract award and the $16,000 annual maintenance fee is budgeted in the Idaho Falls Power 2015/2016 budget. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To enter into a professional service contract with the Yenter Group for a total contract award of $35,000 and $16,000 annual maintenance fee, for Auditing Platform and DSM Management and Tracking Platform (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Resolution to adopt the Idaho State plan for deferred compensation: For your consideration is a Resolution to adopt the Idaho State plan for deferred compensation as per Idaho Code Section 59-513. Currently city employees are able to select PERSI Choice 401(k) plan or Valic 457 deferred compensation plan. Members of the 2016/17 compensation evaluation panel are recommending this plan for adoption as it will provide city employees another option to participate in a supplemental, pre-tax retirement plan. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve the Resolution to adopt the Idaho State plan for deferred compensation as per Idaho Code Section 59-513 (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Professional Services Contract for Downtown Master Plan & Implementation Strategy: For consideration is the Request for Qualifications #16-025, Downtown Master Plan and Implementation Strategy project. The purpose for this submittal was to find a qualified consultant(s) to develop a downtown master plan. It is recommended that the Municipal Services and Community Development Services Departments enter into a professional service contract with CRSA for a total contract award of $71,099.00. Funding for this project is budgeted in the Community Development Services 2015/2016 budget. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To enter into a professional service contract with CRSA for a total contract award of $71,099.00, for the Downtown Master Plan and Implementation Strategy project (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Tentative Approval of 2016/17 Fiscal Year Budget: Municipal Services respectfully requests the Mayor and Council to tentatively approve the 2016/17 fiscal year budget. Upon the final 2016/17 fiscal year budget amount, approval will also be requested to publish the “Notice of Public Hearing” of the 2016/17 fiscal year budget with publication dates set for July 31, 2016, and August 7, 2016. The Public Hearing is scheduled for 7:30 pm, Thursday, August 11, 2016, in the Council Chambers of the City Annex Building located at 680 Park Avenue in Idaho Falls, Idaho. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To tentatively approve the 2016/17 fiscal year budget, and give approval to publish the “Notice of Public Hearing” of the 2016/17 fiscal year budget with publication dates set for July 31, 2016, and August 7, 2016, with the Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday, August 11, 2016 (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Public Works Professional Services Agreement for 17th Street and S 25th East (Hitt Road) Intersection Improvements: For consideration is a Professional Services Agreement for engineering services for the intersection improvements at 17th Street and S 25th East (Hitt Road) with Six Mile Engineering. This agreement, if approved, will require a not to exceed amount of $32,706.00. This agreement has been prepared by the City Attorney. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve of the Professional Services Agreement with Six Mile Engineering in an amount not to exceed $32,706.00, and give authorization for the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the documents (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Water Line Easement Vacation Request – 1080 Elmore Avenue: The property owner has requested the vacation of a water line easement at 1080 Elmore Avenue in order to make better use of the property. The Water Division has reviewed and approves the request. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To authorize the City Attorney to prepare documents needed to accomplish the water line easement vacation (or take other action deemed appropriate).
Police Department Dog Control Ordinance: The Dog Control Ordinance is in conflict with current zoning ordinances. The staff recommends replacing the City’s current kennel licensing with an additional dog permit. The amendment also provides for procedural due process to appeal a denial of an additional dog permit. The City Attorney has drafted an amendment to City Ordinance Title 5, Chapter 6. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To approve amendments to the Dog Control Ordinance under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance).
Community Development Services Request for Waiver of Electric Line Extension Fees, 1222 North Woodruff: For consideration is a request for waiver of electric line extension fees for the project 1222 North Woodruff. The total fees are $41,043.34. This request is made pursuant to City Code 8-5-31 which states, "Council reserves the right to waive or adjust fees (other than net metering fees) upon a finding of good cause to do so where such waiver or reduction supports redevelopment or the annexation of property contiguous with or surrounded by the City." The main purpose of the fee waiver was to promote infill and redevelopment projects. This was in recognition that such sites would already have electrical infrastructure on the site or adjacent to the site. Even for those sites which have made the request, if there was no existing infrastructure on the site staff has recommended and Council has approved a waiver of the labor costs only. This site was recently annexed to the City of Idaho Falls. It is contiguous to the City on the west boundary, but the remainder of the area surrounding the site is County land. There was no existing power infrastructure on the site. Power facilities are located adjacent or nearby the property. Community Development Services and Idaho Falls Power staff does not feel this property is infill or redevelopment for the reasons listed above and recommends denial of the waiver request. RECOMMENDED ACTION: To deny the request for waiver of electric line extension fees in the amount of $41,043.34 for the project at 1222 North Woodruff (or take other action deemed appropriate).
5D 3. Annexation and Initial Zoning of C-1, Annexation Ordinance, Zoning Ordinance and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards for a surveying gap and Final Plat and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards, Snake River Landing Division No. 11: For consideration is the application for Annexation and Initial Zoning of C-1, Annexation Ordinance, Zoning Ordinance and Reasoned Statements of Relevant Criteria and Standards for a surveying gap and Final Plat and Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards, Snake River Landing Division No. 11. The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the Final Plat application at its June 7, 2016, meeting and recommended approval by unanimous vote. Prior to presenting the plat to the Mayor and City Council, the City Surveyor discovered a 25-foot-wide gap within the property that had not been annexed and zoned. The plat could not proceed until the property was annexed into the City. The Commission reviewed the Annexation and Initial Zoning Application at its July 19, 2016, meeting and recommend approval by unanimous vote. Staff concurs with these recommendations. RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: (in sequential order) a. To approve the Ordinance annexing Snake River Landing Division No. 11, under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance). b. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the annexation for Snake River Landing Division No. 11, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. c. To approve the Ordinance assigning a Comprehensive Plan Designation of High Density Residential and establishing the initial zoning for Snake River Landing Division No. 11 as C- 1 (Limited Business Zone), under the suspension of the rules requiring three complete and separate readings and that it be read by title and published by summary (or consider the Ordinance on the first reading and that it be read by title, or reject the Ordinance), that the Comprehensive Plan be amended to include the area annexed herewith, and that the City Planner be instructed to reflect said annexation, zoning, and amendment to the Comprehensive Plan on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Maps located in the Planning Office. d. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Initial Zoning of C-1 Zone for Snake River Landing Division No. 11, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. e. To accept the Final Plat for Snake River Landing Division No. 11, and give authorization for the Mayor, City Engineer, and City Clerk to sign said Final Plat. f. To approve the Reasoned Statement of Relevant Criteria and Standards for the Final Plat for Snake River Landing Division No. 11, and give authorization for the Mayor to execute the necessary documents. 6. Motion to Adjourn.