04.02.2026 City Council Packet
AMMON CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 02, 2026 - 6:00 pm
Ammon City Hall
2135 S Ammon Road, Ammon, ID 83406
PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER:
- Council President Scott Wessel at 6:00 p.m.
- Pledge of Allegiance – Council Member Wheeler
- Prayer – Council Member Oswald
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Accounts Payable Report: Exhibit A
2. Minutes: March 19, 2026 – Regular Meetings - Page 2
AMMON LIGHTING DISTRICT BOARD:
1. Accounts Payable-Exhibit A
PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA (3-minute limit)
PROCLAMATIONS:
1. Declaring Strengthening Families Month-Eastern Idaho Public Health -
Page 7
ACTION ITEMS:
1. Consideration of Surplus Property Resolution 2026-007 (Fire Dept) -
(Micah Austin, City Administrator) - Page 8
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. Miscellaneous
ADJOURN
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the meeting.
UPCOMING
- April 9, 2026, Work
Session-Cancelled
- April 16, 2026, City Council
- May 07, 2026, City Council
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Next Resolution Number: 2026-009; Next Ordinance Number: 747
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AMMON CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.
2135 SOUTH AMMON ROAD
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER:
- Mayor Brian Powell at 6:00 p.m.
- Pledge of Allegiance – Council Member Hamberlin
- Prayer – Council Member Wheeler
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Accounts Payable Report: Exhibit A
2. Minutes: March 05 and 12, 2026 – Regular Meetings
PROCLAMATIONS:
1. Proclamation Supporting the Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children (AEYC)
ACTION ITEMS:
1. Consideration of Resolution 2026-005, Authorizing a Commercial Driver License (CDL) In-house
Training Program - (Rebecca Osai, Human Resource Specialist)
2. Consideration of a Contract for Services with Ronald McDonald House - (Micah Austin, City
Administrator)
3. Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Audit - (Jennifer Belfield, Finance Director)
4. Consideration of a Final Plat for the Deer Run Residential Subdivision - (Cindy Donovan, City
Planner)
5. Consideration of Ordinance 746, Amending Title 10 Chapter 29 - (Cindy Donovan, City Planner)
6. Consideration of Resolution 2026-006, Designating Surplus Property - (Micah Austin, City
Administrator)
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. Moreton Asset Management Presentation
2. Miscellaneous
ADJOURN
MINUTES
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City Officials Present:
Mayor Brian Powell
Council President Scott Wessel
Councilmember Nolan Wheeler
Councilmember Kris Oswald
Councilmember Heidi Boyle
Councilmember Jeff Fullmer
Councilmember Sid Hamberlin
City Attorney Scott Hall
City Administrator Micah Austin
City Clerk Joanna Dahm
City Planner Cindy Donovan
City Engineer Morgan Stewart
Finance Direct Jennifer Belfield
Water/Wastewater Regional Director
Nathan Riblett
City Officials Absent:
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Brian Powell called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Council Member Hamberlin led the pledge
of allegiance and Council Member Wheeler gave a prayer.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Accounts Payable Report: Exhibit A
2. Minutes: March 05 and 12, 2026 – Regular Meetings
It was moved by Council Member Boyle and seconded by Council Member Hamberlin to approve the
Consent Agenda
Wheeler, yes; Oswald, yes; Wessel, yes; Boyle, yes; Fullmer, yes; Hamberlin, yes. Motion passes
unanimously with vote by roll call.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None
ACTION ITEMS:
1. Consideration of Resolution 2026-005, Authorizing a Commercial Driver License (CDL) In-house
Training Program - (Rebecca Osai, Human Resource Specialist)
Rebecca Osai, HR Specialist, presented to the Council, there were no questions from the council.
It was moved by Council Member Boyle and seconded by Council Member Fullmer to approve
Resolution 2026-005 Authorizing a Commercial Driver License (CDL) In-house Training Program
Wheeler, yes; Oswald, yes; Wessel, yes; Boyle, yes; Fullmer, yes; Hamberlin, yes. Motion passes
unanimously with vote by roll call.
2. Consideration of a Contract for Services with Ronald McDonald House - (Micah Austin, City
Administrator)
Deborah Chessey came before the Council to address any questions they may have about financial
impact or operations. Deborah stated in 2025 they serviced 815 couples throughout the year here in
Eastern Idaho. Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC) provides the space. The main house is
located in Boise.
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It was moved by Council Member Oswald and seconded by Council Member Fullmer to approve the
Consideration of a Contract for Services with Ronald McDonald House
Wheeler, yes; Oswald, yes; Wessel, yes; Boyle, yes; Fullmer, yes; Hamberlin, yes. Motion passes
unanimously with vote by roll call.
3. Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Audit - (Jennifer Belfield, Finance Director)
It was moved by Council Member Boyle and seconded by Council Member Wessel to approve the 2025
Annual Audit
Wheeler, yes; Oswald, yes; Wessel, yes; Boyle, yes; Fullmer, yes; Hamberlin, yes. Motion passes
unanimously with vote by roll call.
Finance Director, Jennifer Belfield and Fred Goodworth from Wipfli presented the 2025 audit. They
stated the audit went extremely well. There were no concerns. The City of Ammon is financially stable.
4. Consideration of a Final Plat for the Deer Run Residential Subdivision - (Cindy Donovan, City
Planner)
It was moved by Council Member Fullmer and seconded by Council Member Wessel to approval of the
Final Plat for the Deer Run Residential Subdivision
Wheeler, yes; Oswald, yes; Wessel, yes; Boyle, yes; Fullmer, yes; Hamberlin, yes. Motion passes
unanimously with vote by roll call.
5. Consideration of Ordinance 746, Amending Title 10 Chapter 29 - (Cindy Donovan, City Planner)
Assistant City Planner, Heather McBride presented the staff report and Ordinance 746 to the City Council
for consideration.
It was moved by Council Member Fullmer and seconded by Council Member Boyle to move 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
Wheeler, yes; Oswald, yes; Wessel, yes; Boyle, yes; Fullmer, yes; Hamberlin, yes. Motion passes
unanimously with vote by roll call.
It was moved by Council Member Fullmer and seconded by Council Member Boyle to move to approve
Ordinance 746, Amending Title 10 Chapter 29
Wheeler, yes; Oswald, yes; Wessel, yes; Boyle, yes; Fullmer, yes; Hamberlin, yes. Motion passes
unanimously with vote by roll call.
6. Consideration of Resolution 2026-006, Designating Surplus Property - (Micah Austin, City
Administrator)
City Administrator Micah Austin explained the surplus property was from the IT department, these are
items that are no longer needed, or relevant to the city.
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It was moved by Council Member Oswald and seconded by Council Member Wessel to approve
resolution 2026-006, Designating Surplus Property
Wheeler, yes; Oswald, yes; Wessel, yes; Boyle, yes; Fullmer, yes; Hamberlin, yes. Motion passes
unanimously with vote by roll call.
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. Moreton Asset Management Presentation-Jordan Hansen
Jordan Hansen did an overview of Moreton Asset Management, he also updated the Council that
they will be merging with a competitor however, that will not change anything for the City of
Ammon. Mr. Hansen explained the investments that they make on behalf of the City of Ammon.
They currently manage just under $18.5 million. Mr. Hansen also went over the current treasury
return rates.
2. Miscellaneous
Council Member Fullmer- Stated BMPO met yesterday, fiscal 2027 TIPS scores came in, there
were some modifications as far as priorities: 2nd priority is 21st and Crowley, John Adams and
Ammon Rd would be the 3rd priority. Chances for funds are looking pretty good. Council
Member Fullmer attended the G.I.F.T. board meeting, it went well. Things look good and they
have a strong board.
Council Member Kris Oswald stated she went to Ammon Elementary yesterday. She was just
curious if Central is on the project list. City Engineer Morgan Stewart stated yes it is on the
project list, but it does need a design. We will be replacing utilities under the roadway, this will
not be just a chip seal.
City Administrator Micah Austin - Pointed out to the Council on the Audit, page 11, bottom
corner-expended number $25.9 million dollars. We are a $25.9 million dollar operation. It is
highly impressive for us to have such a clean audit with those numbers. Mayor Powell stated this
audit is great to have as we lean into the next budget.
City Engineer Morgan Stewart - updated the Council that we signed a contract with Arco Electric
for the 17th and Ammon signal upgrade. The Taylorview Lift Station relocation will be starting at
the end of March, so Judy will be closed.
City Clerk Joanna Dahm - updated the Council that the RFQ’s for On-call Engineering and On-call
Surveying closed, we have assembled a committee to rank the submissions and award the RFQ’s.
Nathan Riblett Water/Wastewater Division Director - Reminded the Council that when the
project starts for the relocation of the Taylorview Lift Station no one is allowed to enter the site
without the proper protection gear. If you want to see the sight please reach out to him and he
can coordinate a site visit. Sewer Plan study kick off meeting is in a few weeks. Council Member
Kris Oswald asked if the Sunnyside project was complete. Nathan stated yes and it wasn’t a
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sewer line issue like we originally thought. It was caused by the voids created by the lava rock
and the issue has now been rectified.
Mayor Powell - Reminded the Council of the upcoming INL Tour, stated he believes it is very
important.
Council President Scott Wessel made a motion to adjourn the meeting
ADJOURN at 8:25 pm
______________________________
Brian Powell, Mayor
______________________________
Joanna Dahm, City Clerk
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PROCLAMATION
Whereas, the children of City of Ammon are vital to the future of our community, and
strong families are the foundation of healthy neighborhoods, a resilient workforce, and a thriving
local economy; and
Whereas, families play a central role in nurturing the physical, emotional, social, and
educational well-being of children, and safe, stable, and nurturing relationships are key to
preventing child abuse and neglect before it occurs; and
Whereas, communities strengthen families by fostering social connection, supporting
positive parenting, increasing access to resources, and creating environments where families can
manage stress and grow together; and
Whereas, Strengthening Families Month provides an opportunity to recognize the
importance of family well-being and to encourage local organizations, schools, businesses, and
residents to support efforts that help families thrive;
Now, Therefore I, Scott Wessel, Council President of Ammon, do hereby proclaim the month
of April as
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES MONTH
In Ammon, and encourages our community to join in promoting strong families,
supportive connections, and shared responsibility for the well-being of children and families.
PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this 2nd Day of April 2026
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Scott Wessel, Council President
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Joanna Dahm, City Clerk
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Ammon City Council Meeting
April 2, 2026
Mayor Powell and City Councilmembers:
Resolution 2026-007 Designate City Property as Surplus
Staff Presenting:
- Micah Austin, City Administrator
Recommendation
- Staff recommends designating the equipment and city property items listed in Table 1 as surplus.
Summary of Analysis
1. The items listed in the table below no longer have significant value for the City of Ammon.
2. The department heads and City Administrator have reviewed these items and recommend surplusing
them to the public.
3. Section 1-13-13 of the Ammon Codified Ordinances allows the City Council to surplus property and
provides a public process for selling the property.
4. A public auction website, such as PublicSurplus.com, will be used to surplus the items. The auction
website will be open to the public.
TABLE 1: City Property/Assets for Surplus
City Property/Assets
Department VIN/Serial Number Surplus
Value
1987 International Paystar FIRE 2HTTNDVT0JC006665 $10,000
1987 International Paystar FIRE 2HTTNDVR3HC002782 $5,000
1985 OSHKOSH ARFF 4152 FIRE 10T9L5BE8F1024937 $15,000
1991 BMY 5 Ton FIRE 31703276 $20,000
2009 International Ambulance FIRE 1HTMNAAL09H155828 $20,000
2010 American General Tractor Truck FIRE 1UTSH6681DS000852 $10,000
Total of Surplus Property
$80,000
2135 South Ammon Rd., Ammon, Idaho 83406 City Hall: (208) 612-4000
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Financial Impact
- All revenues collected from the surplused property will stay within the fund that owns the asset.
Motion
“I move to approve Resolution 2026-007 and designate the property listed in Table 1 as surplus as
presented.”
Attachments:
1. Resolution 2026-007
2135 South Ammon Rd., Ammon, Idaho 83406 City Hall: (208) 612-4000
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CITY OF AMMON
BONNEVILLE COUNTY, IDAHO
RESOLUTION 2026-007
(Surplus Property)
A RESOLUTION RELATING TO SURPLUS PERSONAL PROPERTY;
DECLARING CERTAIN PERSONAL PROPERTY SURPLUS; AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS PROPERTY; PROVIDING
FOR RELATED MATTERS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Ordinances of the City of Ammon provides for declaration of surplus personal
property by resolution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the surplus property listed in Section 4 is no
longer needed by the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has deemed it unnecessary to maintain ownership of said surplus
personal property; and
WHEREAS, Section 1-13-13 of the City Code provides for various methods of disposal or transfer
of surplus property; and
NOW THEREFORE, be it hereby resolved by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Ammon,
Bonneville County, Idaho as follows:
Section 1. That the City Council does hereby find that the surplus property listed in section 4 of this
resolution is no longer needed for the day to day operations of the City.
Section 2. That a copy of this Resolution shall be posted in the Clerk’s Office and subject to
examination by any interested party.
Section 3. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 1-13-13 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of
Ammon, State of Idaho, the surplus property listed in Section 4 of this resolution shall be disposed of or
transferred as provided for in section 1-13-13 of the Ammon City Code and the disposal or transfer is in
the public interest.
Section 4. The following items are hereby declared surplus property and shall be disposed of or
transferred as directed by Section 3 of this resolution and as permitted by law:
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TABLE 1: City Property/Assets for Surplus
City Property/Assets
Department VIN/Serial Number Surplus
Value
1987 International Paystar FIRE 2HTTNDVT0JC006665 $10,000
1987 International Paystar FIRE 2HTTNDVR3HC002782 $5,000
1985 OSHKOSH ARFF 4152 FIRE 10T9L5BE8F1024937 $15,000
1991 BMY 5 Ton FIRE 31703276 $20,000
2009 International Ambulance FIRE 1HTMNAAL09H155828 $20,000
2010 American General Tractor Truck FIRE 1UTSH6681DS000852 $10,000
Total of Surplus Property
$80,000
Approved by the City Council of the City of Ammon this 2nd day of April, 2026.
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Brian Powell, Mayor
___________________________________
Joanna Dahm, City Clerk
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