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Council Minutes 02/06/1992 I I I CITY OF AMMON February 6, 1992 Book 7-411 February 6, 1992 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 Ira K. Hall 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 City Clerk Aleen C. Jensen Others Present: Mark R. and Lynda M. Nelson, 4345 Ileen Circle, Ammon Nolan B. Getsinger, 2840 East 17th Street, Ammon Jonathan and Amy Walker, 2070 Ross Avenue, Ammon Dick Fowler, 1616 Raymond, Idaho Falls Greg Johnson, 4315 Wanda Street, Alnmon Jerald Hansen, Assistant Scoutmaster, 3175 Midway Avenue, Ammon Jed Blackburn (Scout), 2910 South Ammon Road Gary Wirkus (Scout), 3085 East 65th South Baden Patterson (Scout), 3160 Molen Street, Ammon Brad Marshall (Scout), 3245 Midway, Ammon David, Lori and Connie Kraykovic, 2910 Teton Street, Ammon Bob Brown, 520 Matchpoint Drive, Ammon Michael Nye, Utah Power Padriac Durkin, Post-Register Reporter Bob Anderson, 4245 Wanda Street, Ammon Robert A. and May Farrow, 3824 Wanda Street, Ammon Clarence Nelson (City Employee) 625 North Adam Drive, Idaho Falls Bill Brotherson, 3885 Ross Avenue, Ammon Rick Williams (City Employee) 360 Monte Vista, Idaho Falls Absent: Attorney W. Joe Anderson The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was directed by Councilman Maeser, and the in- vocation was offered by Councilman Hall. Mayor Ard welcomed the Scouts and their leader. Each introduced himself and told his purpose for attending City Council Meeting. Lori Kraykovic, 2910 Teton Street, requested a home occupation permit to make, sell, and deliver gift baskets for special occasions such as Valentine Day, birthdays, or anniversaries. She brought samples to show. The idea was generated as a means to supplement their family income. The Council questioned Lori to determine whether or not she could comply with the requirements outlined in City Code ll-5-27H. Councilman Maeser stated the request as presented fits the definition of a home occupation, and he moved to approve the home occupation permit for Lori Kraykovic, 2910 Teton Street. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crandall. Roll call vote:. Maeser - Yes; Crandall - Yes; Anderson - Yes; Hall - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. Dick Fowler, County Operations Officer of the Combined Idaho Falls Fire Department, discussed fire protection. As of October 1, 1991, the Idaho Falls Fire Department and the Bonneville County Fire Protection District merged to form the second largest fire department in Idaho. They are interested in providing fire protection to the City of Ammon. Fowler presented facts about their department and explained the services they could offer with personnel and equipment. He reviewed his personal experience in fire fighting, and he commended the Ammon Volunteer Department. He observed growth in Ammon, and he pointed out areas of potential need. Joint fire protection would be funded by tax levee of .001827 X net property value or approximately $90 per year for a $50,000 home. Although the cost is expensive, the service to residents should be unexcelled. Questions were called for. A similar proposal was made a few. years ago but cost has been the problem. Residents like the service, but they object to tax increase. Councilman Maeser asked if there had been any thought of a modified mutual aid agreement or a per call basis. The problem is liability for responding agencies. Mayor Ard explained that Ammon's present tax levee is about $120,000 and to join the combined department would double that figure. The combined fire district does not include all of Bonneville County, but there is approximately 378 square miles in the service area. Questioned was the impact on homeowner's insurance, but no figures were available. Insurance premiums should be less because Idaho Falls has a fire rating of 3 and Ammon's rating is 6. The Council agreed community input is needed. Mayor Ard stated, as far as the community is concerned, the decision would have to be put to a vote of the residents. Mayor Ard recommended that Ron Folsom, Roger Stommel, and Elaine McGary be reappointed to the Planning and Zoning Commission for terms of three years to expire 412 February 6, 1992 February 28, 1995. Councilman Maeser moved to confirm the recommendation of the Mayor to reappoint Folsom, Stommel, and McGary to the Planning and Zoning Commission for three years. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crandall. Roll call vote: Maeser - Yes; Crandall - Yes; Anderson - Yes; Hall - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. The Commission elected Ron Folsom as Chairman and Elaine McGary as Vice Chairperson for 1992. Councilman Maeser moved to approve the minutes of City Council Meeting held on January 16, 1992, as written. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hall. Roll call vote: Maeser ~ Yes; Hall - Yes; Anderson - Yes; Crandall - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. Councilman Crandall moved to approve the minutes of the Special City Council Meeting held January 27, 1992, as written. The motion was seconded by Councilman Maeser. I Roll call vote: Crandall - Yes; Maeser - Yes; Hall - Yes; Anderson - Yes. The motion carried unanimously. Renewal business licenses have been issued to Rush Auto Parts, Keith Jorgensen Music, Valley Care Center, Valley Living Center, Natural Energy Systems, Dimple's Donuts, Jerry Bergeman & Sons Automotive, Sunnyside Automotive, Walker Produce, Ammon Elevator, Quality Water, Key Bank, and Grand Teton Storage. Robert "Bob" Farrow of the Ammon Volunteer Fire Department expressed displeasure that firemen were involved with a fire in the basement of a house on East Sunnyside Road and they did not get to hear the Idaho Falls Combined Fire Department presentation. Firemen were invited to listen to the audio tape of City Council Meeting. Mayor Ard reported on Ammon Road. The City has been approved for the initial right- of-way participation which was applied for. Now the City needs to proceed with right-of-way acquisition, but we are waiting for procedural directions. It is doubtful that action is progressing fast enough to cover the canal before the irrigation season. There is a possibility that road work will begin first, but paving will be delayed until the irrigation portion is completed. The problem seems to be with program changes when federal money is involved. No one wants to take the responsibility, and the State Transportation Department does not have the answers. Amy Walker, 2070 Ross Avenue, requested the opportunity to work with Bob Farrow I and/or Ammon Volunteer Fire Department and Dick Fowler to put together some information material on fire protection for the residents of Ammon. The Council granted her request. Reports: David Wadsworth reported for the Public Works Department. repair work has been completed. Two dumpsters have been built, and to be painted. Old dumpsters will be brought in the shop for repair. The lawnmower they are ready Engineer Benton discussed platting procedures. New subdivisions are required to plat. The Council should make a decision on procedures and whether or not to require platting for smaller property divisions. Attorney Anderson has drafted an ordinance to be studied and enlarged upon which addresses building lot requirements in existing areas of the City. The City of Ammon zoning map has been updated, and Engineer Benton reviewed it for the Council. Some additional revisions will be completed for Tie Breaker and Fox Hollow Subdivisions. Regarding a Tie Breaker park, Robert Suitter has agreed to donate two lots comprising nearly one acre of land. In exchange for this donation, the City will be responsible for the cost of the improvements in front of the lots. This should allow space for parking, a shelter and a restroom on City owned property, and the tennis court or other facilities could be on the school property. City Clerk Jensen informed the Council that Galusha, Higgins and Galusha has submitted an audit proposal for the 1992 FY. The Association of Idaho Cities advised that spouses of elected officials are welcome at the Elected Officials Dinner at the Shilo Inn on Thursday, February 27. The dinner cost is $13 per person. Some ordinance revisions have caused changes in the City Code book. If the Council will return their copy of the Code to the City Office, corrections will be made. Claims were approved. I George Williamson, Manager of Investment Properties for Deseret Mutual, has contacted the City Office a number of times about their Eastgate property. A survey done by Benton Engineering established that Jerry Bergeman's building encroaches on the property owned by Deseret Mutual and also encroaches upon the right of way known as Eastgate Drive. Mr. Williamson is interested in whether or not the City has any plans regarding the road encroachment. The consensus of the Planning & Zoning and the City Council is that the dispute is a civil mattet between Deseret Mutual and I I I Book 7-413 February 6, 1992 February 20, 1992 Bergeman. The City does not plan to become involved. Information was requested about setback requirements, and the City Office was instructed to send Mr. Williamson copies of the zoning ordinance for C-1 and RSC-1. The Pickett heirs have inquired about the possibility of dividing Ethel Pickett's property at 3430 East Sunnyside Road. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends that the property be platted since the property has been previously divided. Engineer Benton stated Ammon City Code requires platting if property is divided into three or more lots. Idaho Code requires platting if property is divided into five or more lots. A copy of the code sections dealing with platting should be sent to Richard Pickett. Vern Hare has contacted the City Office about his plans to purchase the property behind 3250 Rawson Street owned by Farrell Adamson and used as a collection place for junk vehicles. He was referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission, and they did not find a problem with his plans. Refer to the Planning and Zoning Commission minutes of February 4, 1992, for specific details. His plans include elimination of the junk yard which should be an asset to the City. An inquiry has been received about renting out a bedroom in a single family dwelling and whether or not it would be allowable and if it would change the use to multi- family. The inquiry should be referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilman Maeser discussed the competitive bidding process as contained in I. C. 50-341. Subsection B was quoted to explain "piggy-back purchases" provided the purchase is made from another agency who has competitively bid. The Bonneville County Sheriff's Department has advised that they are using new citation books approved by the State, and the City of Ammon needs to purchase new ones. The Council discussed and authorized ordering new citation books. Councilman Crandall moved to adj ourn the meeting, and the motion was seconded by Councilman Hall. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 P.M. o~~~ ATTEST M~ (I) /~~/~ CITY CLERK t~ CITY OF AMMON February 20, 1992 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council: The meeting was called to order at following City Officials present: Mayor C. Bruce Ard Councilman Marvin J. Anderson Councilman Greg J. Maeser Engineer David E. Benton 7: 30 P. M. by Mayor C. Bruce Ard with the Public Works Director David Wadsworth Fire Chief Ca1 Smith City Clerk Aleen C. Jensen Absent: Councilman Harvey Crandall Councilman Ira K. Hall Attorney W. Joe Anderson No official business was conducted at this meeting because of lack of quorum. First Security Bank submitted Mayor Ard has reviewed the Councilman Crandall to study. a zero balance banking proposal for the City of Ammon. proposal, and the information will be passed on to The program may be beneficial to the City. Outstanding claims were discussed. Reports: Public Works Director Wadsworth asked the Council to consider improve- ments to Well House No.3. It needs reroofing and new siding. The L.D.S. Church has proposed that the City purchase facia for Well House No.2 and their custodian will install it. Councilman Anderson discussed the needs of the Parks Department. Some playground equipment donated to the City may be suitable for Falcon Park after the City crew refurbishes it. A manager is needed for the swimming pool. Funds will probably not be expended to paint or sand blast the pool this season. Training is needed