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Council Minutes 02/16/1984 February 2, 1984 Fe bruary 16, 1984 25G received in his contacts with the people indicate that there is little interest in Ammon Days or having the swimming pool covered. According to a report by Councilman Monson, the Planning and Zoning Commission has scheduled a public hearing on a request for rezone from RSC-l (Residential Shopping Center) to C-l (Limited Business Zone) on property immediately east of Hitt Road and north of 17th Street. In connection with zoning matters, Mayor Swensen offered the information that the final meeting on the County Comprehensive Plan Map will be on February 15, and that plans are going ahead on assigning house numbers for all addresses in the County. Public Works Director, Hayse Whiteley, reported on personnel matters, recent waterline repair work, and problems encountered in efforts to remove snow and ice from the streets because of the heavy snowfall and extreme freezing conditions that have existed for several weeks. Mayor Swensen expressed concern apout the bills regarding water rights that are being considered in the State Legislature at this time, and he and. Attorney Anderson en- couraged everyone to contact the Senator and Representatives from this area in connection with this matter which is so important to us. The Mayor reported that the City of lona is planning to have a public meeting about joining the Fire District. It was agreed that Mayor Sw'ensen should sign a Proclamation declaring the week of February 12 through 18 as Vocational Education Week. Claims to pay in the amount of $28,694.05 were approved, along with vouchers totaling $50,930.27 for disbursements and transfers made since the previous meeting. Adjournment was at 8:30 P.M. I Attest: ~4' C1TY CLERK . M7 ~~ f1.~ Minutes recorded by Aleen C. Jensen. CITY OF AMMON Feb. 16, 1984 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council: I The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Russell N. Swensen with the following City Officials present: Mayor Russell N. Swensen Councilman Thayle D. Monson Councilwoman Carol A. Dille Councilman Robert D. ... Williamson Councilman Merle J. Quigley other present during the meeting were Scouts and leaders--Jason Clapp, Aaron Speirs, Daren Stanger, Jared Wilding, Larry Wilding, RichardL. Knighton, Roger Stommel, Ryan Judy, Greg Stommell--and Monty Howell representing the owner of property at 17th Street and Hitt Road. The pledge of allegiance to the flag was directed by Councilman William- son and prayer was offered by Councilman Quigley. As the flrst item of business, it was noted that a public hearing on an application filed by AMR Corporation for rezoning from RSC-l to C-l on property west of Sand Creek and north of 17th Street was conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission, and a hearing before the City Council is now required. Councilwoman Dille moved that the public hearing be scheduled for March 15, 1984, 7:30 P.M., at City Hall. The motion was seconded by Councilman Williamson; voting was Dille yes, Williamson yes, Monson yes, Quigley yes; motion carried. Monty Howell displayed a drawing for the proposed use of the area and presented thoughts concerning access and street location. Figures from the City of Idaho Falls Financial Statement were provided by Auditor Wal ter Clapp for the review of the Mayor and Council. This information was requested in an effort to determine if the substantial raise in the charge for sewage treatment and sewer maintenance which went into effect as of January 1 was warranted. Engineer Benton agreed to continue checking the calculations. Councilman Quigley expressed concern about the decision that needs to be made regarding a proposal that the City join the Bonneville Fire Protection District, and this matter was discussed briefly. A report was given by Engineer Benton regarding applying for grant funds for street work. He listed projects which are already approved in Idaho Falls and Bonneville County. City Clerk Deon Hemingway Public Works Director Hayse Engineer David E. Benton 'Auditor Walter Clapp L. Whiteley I Councilman Williamson referred to problems with garbage collection. He indicated that a hearing on the current Utah Power & Light Company rate-increase case is scheduled for the coming day. I ~ c.o I'- () <[ <! I I February 16, 1984 2_..... ::)1 According to Councilman Monson, Planning and Zoning Commission members are considering making a recommendation for some changes on the Comprehensive Plan Map. The annual dinner for the Commission will be next month on March 13. Mayor Swensen pointed out that there has been no response to his letters to the County about maintaining the 17th Street-Ammon Road intersection and requesting authorization to purchase some gravel. He noted that he intends to keep in close contact with the legislators from this district about bills concerning water rights and sharing of sales tax revenue with cities. His report also included some information about a meeting which he attended regarding changes in the hospital situation that are taking place in Idaho Falls. Approval was given on claims to pay in the amount of $10,890.60 and claims paid since the previous meeting totaling $7,910.19. A motion to adjourn was made by Councilwoman Dille and seconded by Councilman Monson; voting was all in favor; the meeting adjourned at 9:35P.M. ATTEST, ~~ CI11 CLERK ' ~<-<- J1L~~ M OR CITY OF AMMON March 1, 1984 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council: The meeting was called to order at 7: 30 P.M. by Mayor Russell N. Swensen with the following City officials present: Mayor Russell N. Swensen City Clerk Deon Hemingway Councilman Merle J. Quigley Public Works Director Hayse L. Whiteley Councilman Robert D. Williamson Engineer DavidE. Benton Councilman Thayle D. Monson Attorney W. Joe Anderson Councilwoman Carol A. Dille Acting Fire Chief Doug Brinkman The pledge of allegiance to the flag was directed by Councilman Quigley and the invo- cation was offered by Councilwoman Dille. Minutes of the meetings on January 19, 1984, and February 2, 1984, were approved as prepared. Doug Brinkman, Acting Fire Chief, presented information which he stated should be help- ful in the decision-making process regarding a proposal that the City of Ammon join the Bonneville Fire Protection District. He said that feelings both for and against the proposal ha~e been expressed b,y members of the Ammon Volunteer Fire Department, and that some changes to upgrade fire protection are going to have to be made as the City grows. Advantages to joining the Fire District were pointed out, such as having all of the District equipment dispatched to Ammon when needed, improved performance for daytime fire calls, availability of training and training facilities for the Ammon volunteers, and automatic mutual aid with the City of Idaho Falls which the District now has. Disadvantages were listed as a question about control of the Ammon engine and the uncertainty of the costs involved. Mr. Brinkman went on to explain that improv- ing the quality of fire protection without consolidation with the District would have to be based on the possibility of providing for an increase in funds for the Fire De- partment budget for such things as purchasing a second engine, establishing an engine house, and obtaining additional manpower in the Department. He mentioned that there is a need to eliminate the conflicts that exist between the City officials and the Fire District and the City of Idaho Falls. The Mayor and Council were invited to attend the meeting of the Volunteer Fire Department on March 7 where the subject of how to best provide protection for the City will be discussed. Councilman Williamson indicated that he has contacted Fire District officials but has not been able to get information on several items that should be known before a decision can be made. It was agreed that the matter should be tabled until more details are available. Councilman Williamson will write to the Fire District officials for answers to important questions, Attorney Anderson will do some research to advise if an election is required regarding the con- solidation proposal, Mayor Swensen will check on costs for a fire station building to lease, and Councilwoman Dille was asked to make a call about prices on new and used fire trucks. In response to names being presented by Mayor Swensen, it was moved by Councilwoman Dille that the reappointment of Wayne Harding, James Southwick, and Kent Hinckley be confirmed for three-year terms on the Planning and Zoning Commission. The motion was seconded by Councilman Monson; voting was all in favor; motion carried. Engineer Benton mentioned that the City of Idaho Falls is having a new aerial map pre- pared, and he will make arrangements to have a map of the City of Ammon made at the same time. Public Works Director, Hayse Whiteley, reported on a recent meeting with the County Road Department regarding maintenance of Ammon-Lincoln Road. He noted, also, that fire- fighting clothing has been designated for three City employees for use when responding to fire calls.