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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
Tuesday,February 21,2023
5:30 PM
A CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING POTENTIAL PLANS FOR THE
CALDWELL FIRE DEPARTMENT STATION#4
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
Tuesday,February 21,2023
6:00 PM
INVOCATION OFFERED BY PASTOR ROYCE WRIGHT OF THE OASIS WORSHIP CENTER.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG.
ROLL CALL.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS.
a. Proclamation and Letters of Support: Marsy's Law
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION.
CONSENT CALENDAR: [ALL CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS ARE ACTION ITEMS]
1. The Caldwell City Council dispenses with the three (3) reading rule of Idaho Code §50-902 for all
ordinances.
2. Approve the minutes for the Caldwell City Council Regularly Scheduled meeting held on February 7, 2023; and for
the Caldwell Traffic Commission meeting held on February 1,2023;
3. Approve Resolution No. 34-23 reinstating the Planning&Zoning Commission authority in accordance with Title 67,
Idaho Code,Chapter 65 and Caldwell City Code;
4. Approve Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order of Decision for the denial of ANN22-000018, CPM22-
000006,and SUB22-000032 for Peregrine East Subdivision;
5. Approve request for the destruction of public records from the Building Department, Planning & Zoning Code
Enforcement Division,and the Planning&Zoning Department;
6. Approve request to accept the resignation of Susan Schaper for her appointment to the Caldwell Historic Preservation
Commission effective immediately;
7. Approve the appointment of Zach Brooks for a term to expire July 1,2025 and Adam Garcia for a term to expire July
1,2024 to the Caldwell Urban Renewal Board of Commissioners;
8. Approve Resolution authorizing a contract with Arthur J.Gallagher&Co.to conduct a classification and compensation
study of approximately 110 job descriptions over a six-month period in the amount of$66,325.00 for the Human
Resource Department;
9. Approve Resolution declaring equipment at the Street Department as surplus property for disposition to public auction;
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10. Approve Resolution awarding an Informal Bid for the purchase of a 2023 RAM 5500 truck to Peterson's Stampede in
the amount of$71,070.00 pursuant to Idaho Code 67-2806 for use by the Water Department;
11. Approve Resolution authorizing the expenditure of$12,750.00 from fund balance for the repair of ADA access ramps
by ASC,Inc.located at Simplot Stadium as requested by the Parks&Recreation Director;
12. Approve Resolution ratifying the execution of the Mutual Assistance Compact - 2023 Revision between Canyon
County Sheriff's Office,the Caldwell Police Department,and the Canyon County Prosecuting Attorney's Office;
13. Approve Resolution awarding a Formal Bid pursuant to Idaho Code 67-2805 to Core and Main as the apparent low
bidder in the amount of$1,359,966.57 for the Farmway/Purple Sage Water Main Extension Project;
14. Approve Resolution authorizing the City Engineer and the City Public Works Director to award the informal bid to
Boise River Fence, Inc. in the amount of$217,987.46 as the responsive apparent low bidder for automated security
gates and fencing at the Caldwell Police Department;
15. Approve Resolution ratifying execution of a grant application for request of funds from the FAA for AIP3-16-00045-
037-2023 in the amount of$508,500.00 for the Caldwell Executive Airport Runway,Taxiways,and Apron Project;
16. Approve Resolution authorizing the execution of Amendment #2 to the General Services Agreement with RH2
Engineering,Inc.to provide general engineering services for the Centennial Way Median Infill Project in the amount
of$83,499.00;
17. Approve Resolution ratifying the execution of the Utility License Agreement (Pioneer Project No. 02-2023) with
Pioneer Irrigation District for the ability to cross and encroach upon Highline Canal easement where the Highline Canal
crosses Laster Street;
18. Approve Resolution ratifying the execution of a License Agreement (Pioneer Project No. 74-2022) with Pioneer
Irrigation District for the ability to replace and extend the existing Railroad Later where it crosses Ustick Road;
19. Approve Resolution authorizing the execution of a State/Local Agreement with Idaho Transportation Department for
construction and maintenance of the Middleton and Ustick Roundabout;
20. Approve Resolution accepting a Permanent Easement from Sunset Landing, LP for construction, operation, and
maintenance of a domestic water line across a portion of their property;
21. Approve Resolution ratifying the execution of a Utility License Agreement(Pioneer Project No.06-2023)with Pioneer
Irrigation District for the ability to construct,operate,inspect,maintain,and repair an irrigation outfall discharge pipe
from Selah Estates Subdivision pressure irrigation pump station;
22. Approve Resolution authorizing the execution of a Purchase Agreement in the amount of$45,855.24 and a temporary
construction easement with Steven Torgerson for right-of-way procurement associated with the Ustick and Middleton
Road Roundabout Project;
23. Approve Resolution accept a Warranty Deed from Steven Torgerson for right-of-way frontage associated with the
Ustick and Middleton Road Roundabout Project;
24. Approve Resolution authorizing the execution of an Agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation for the sewer crossing
at the Dixie Drain;
25. Approve Resolution authorizing the execution of an Agreement with the Sawtooth Sockeyes Baseball League for use
of Wolfe Field during the period of May-August,2023;
26. Approve Resolution accepting the Scope of Work by Burgess&Niple, Inc. for full design plans for the Lake Lowell
Corridor Pathway adjacent to Karcher Highway in an amount to be determined and brought back to City Council at a
later date;
27. Approve request by Heap Herders of Caldwell for fee waiver (Special Event Permit and Park Reservation) in the
amount of$575.00 for a community car show on April 29, 2023 with the proceeds being donated the St. Luke's
Pediatric Center;
28. Approve Resolution authorizing the acceptance of the Award of Bid to Cushing Terrell for the Nancolas Center
Rehabilitation Project in the amount of$1.75M;
29. Approve Resolution authorizing the acceptance of a Permanent Utility Easement from Sunset Landing,LP for domestic
water and sanitary sewer across a portion of their property.
OLD BUSINESS:
1. None.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. ACTION ITEM: Accept the Caldwell Urban Renewal Agency Activities Report for Calendar Year 2022 and set the
public hearing date for consideration by the URA Board of Commissioners at the next Regularly Scheduled Urban
Renewal Agency Meeting on Monday,March 13,2023 at 6:00 p.m.
2. ACTION ITEM:Accept the Caldwell Urban Renewal Audit from Eide Bailly for the fiscal year ended September 30,
2022.
3. ACTION ITEM: Consider request to terminate the current members on the Caldwell Executive Airport Board of
Commissioners effective immediately with the provision to promote the receipt of applications & supporting
documentation for the vacancies starting February 22, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. and ending March 10, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
Information available at: (https://www.ciiyofcaldwell.org/your-povemment/city-commissions-and-boards)
4. ACTION ITEM: Consider acceptance of the Finance Report.
5. Council Reports.
6. Mayor's Comments.
7. Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code, Section 74-206, Subsection(1)(f)for the purpose of discussing pending
litigation or where there is a general public awareness of probable litigation and Idaho Code, Section 74-206,
Subsection(1)(c)for the purpose of discussing the acquisition of or an interest in real property not owned by a public
agency.
8. Adjournment.
Next Regularly Scheduled City Council Meeting is on Tuesday.March 7,2023 at 6:00 p.m.in the Community Room at the Caldwell
Police Station at 110 South Fifth.Any person needing special accommodations to participate in the meeting should contact the City Clerk at
411 Blaine Street or call#455-4656 prior to the meeting.The entire agenda packet and minutes can be viewed on the City of Caldwell's
website: Cualquier persona que necesita arreglos especiales para participar en la reunion debe comunicarse con el Secretario de la Ciudad
en 411 Blaine Street o llame al#455 a 4656 antes de la reunion.
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CALDWELL CITY COUNCIL
WORKSHOP SESSION
February 21,2023
5:30 p.m.
(DISCUSSION REGARDING THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING POTENTIAL PLANS REGARDING THE
CALDWELL FIRE DEPARTMENT STATION#4.
Richard Frawley,Fire Chief of the Caldwell Fire Department provided information by use of a PowerPoint regarding the
plans for Station#4. He noted that Station No.#1 was built in 1966 and has outgrown the current needs and is requiring
constant maintenance issues. He outlined the need for the increase of fire facilities based on population and response
time. The proposed plan is the share an additional facility(Station#4)in partnership with Nampa Fire District. Research
is underway for addressing additional potential partnerships and funding resources. A phased plan would be implemented
for the construction of Station#4,replacement of Station#1,and upgrades to Station#3.
In response to questions from Councilor Stadick,Chief Frawley clarified that the plans would be to eventually relocate
Station#1 to area along Hwy 19.
In response to questions from Council Williams, Chief Fraley reported that potential plans for Station #4 include a
Caldwell Police Department substation in the complex.
Jace Perry and Christine Stoll of Clear Water Financial were present to provide information regarding their services as a
municipal funding resource advisory firm via a PowerPoint presentation.
Chief Frawley provided closing remarks. He noted that the intent is to provide a proposal for consideration at the next
Regularly Scheduled City Council Meeting engaging Clear Water Financial to move forward with plans for funding
resources and community involvement for a proposed Fire Station#4.
The workshop dismissed at 5:59 p.m. No decisions were made or action taken.
CALDWELL CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
February 21,2023
,6:00 p.m.
Mayor Wagoner opened the meeting at 6:00 p.m,and welcomed those in attendance.
Pastor Royce Wright of the Oasis Worship Center provided the invocation. Mayor Wagoner led the audience in the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
The Roll of the City Council was called by the City Clerk with the following members present:Doty, Stadick,Register,
McGee,and Williams. Absent: Allgood.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION
None.
AGENDA AMENDMENTS
MOVED by Doty, SECONDED by Williams to amend the agenda by adding a special presentation regarding the
GALS Quad Lighting Project,update the Consent Calendar by moving Items#7,#8, and#14 to New Business for
additional discussion,and remove Item#3 to New Business.
MOTION CARRIED
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
a. Proclamation and Letters of Support: Marsy's Law
The Mayor read the proclamation into the record and acknowledged letters of support from Chief of
Police Ingram and from the Idaho Chiefs of Police Association for the proposed legislation.
MARSY'S LAW FOR IDAHO
WHEREAS,Marsy's Law For Idaho and advocacy organizations statewide are dedicated to guaranteeing
victims'rights and providing a voice;and
WHEREAS,Marsy's Law For Idaho supporters agree victims should always be treated with fairness and
respect throughout the criminal justice process,protected from the defendant,reasonably heard at public
proceedings,given a voice through the process of the case;and
WHEREAS,per the Idaho State Police and its most recent 2020 Idaho Statewide Crime Profile report,a total
of 17,955 crimes were committed against Idahoans,and a total of 4,484 violent crime offenses were reported
to law enforcement,including murder,rape,robbery and aggravated assault;and
WHEREAS,Marsy's Law for Idaho will ensure that victim's receive the same rights that are afforded to
criminals and have rights to notification of release from probation and parole,hearings,and the legal standing
in court to assert their rights;and
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WHEREAS,Victims' Rights is a non-partisan,non-political issue,and Marsy's Law for Idaho is a common
sense approach to ensuring victims'rights;
NOW THEREFORE,1,Jarom Wagoner,Mayor of the City of Caldwell,do hereby proclaim our support for
Marsy's Law for Idaho and its goal and commitment to ensuring crime victims be guaranteed equal
constitutional rights in our justice system.
In and for the City of Caldwell,and encourage all of our citizens to join in the commitment to protect the rights
of Idaho crime victims.
Police Chief Ingram read into the record a letter of support and endorsement for Marsy's Law from the Caldwell
Police Department and the Idaho Chiefs of Police Association. Over 100 agencies hav
Matthew Hepp of Marsy's Law for Idaho expressed his appreciation for the support and endorsement from the
City of Caldwell.
b. Special Presentation by GALS regarding the GALS Quad Lighting Project:
Don Atkinson of Girls Athletic League Softball (GALS) provided a historical overview of the organization.
He noticed that approximately 850 girls participate in the athletic program each summer. This summer,two
state tournaments are planned at the GALS Quad complex. He presented a check in the amount of$50,000 to
assist with the replacement of the interior lights at the GALS Quad located at Pipedream Park. The Mayor
expressed appreciation for the donation, noting that the lights that were previously at the GALS Quad were
downed a few years ago due to a strong windstorm.
c. Recognition of Students from Caldwell High School:
The Mayor acknowledged Ms.Adams,American Government teacher from Caldwell High School and the two
students in attendance.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Pamela Williamson—Tenth Avenue Traffic Concerns:
Pamela Williamson, 4606 Settlers Avenue, requested the status of development along 101 Avenue near Vallivue
Middle School. She expressed her concern about increased traffic issues not able to accommodate the recent
residential development.She asked about the potential of widening of the 101 Avenue and a sound-barrier wall being
installed along her frontage to purpose of privacy. The Mayor recommended the Ms.Williamson follow up with the
Public Works Director(Brent Orton)regarding traffic concerns and plans for 101 Avenue.
Brian Allen—Code Enforcement Concerns:
Brian Allen of 211 North Alaska Avenue provided a handout concerning the lack of code enforcement at 2404 Big Sky
Avenue. He reported that he has complained numerous times to staff in the City of Caldwell Code Enforcement Department
regarding the slum and blighted conditions at the site.
Mayor Wagoner recommended that the City Attorney and City staff together to review what further action might be taken
to resolve this matter.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
1. The Caldwell City Council dispenses with the three (3) reading rule of Idaho Code §50-902 for all
ordinances.
2. Approve the minutes for the Caldwell City Council Regularly Scheduled meeting held on February 7,2023;
and for the Caldwell Traffic Commission meeting held on February 1,2023;
3. Approve Resolution No. 34-23 reinstating the Planning & Zoning Commission authority in accordance
with Title 67,Idaho Code,Chapter 65 and Caldwell City Code;
4. Approve Findings of Fact,Conclusions of Law, and Order of Decision for the denial of ANN22-000018,
CPM22-000006,and SUB22-000032 for Peregrine East Subdivision;
5. Approve request for the destruction of public records from the Building Department, Planning& Zoning
Code Enforcement Division,and the Planning&Zoning Department;
6. Approve request to accept the resignation of Susan Schaper for her appointment to the Caldwell Historic
Preservation Commission effective immediately;
7. Approve the appointment of Zach Brooks for a tern to expire July 1,2025 and Adam Garcia for a term to
expire July 1,2024 to the Caldwell Urban Renewal Board of Commissioners; [Moved to New Business]
8. Approve Resolution No. 36-23 authorizing a contract with Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. to conduct a
classification and compensation study of approximately 110 job descriptions over a six-month period in the
amount of$66,325.00 for the Human Resource Department; [Moved to New Business]
9. Approve Resolution No. 37-23 declaring equipment at the Street Department as surplus property for
disposition to public auction;
10. Approve Resolution No. 38-23 awarding an Informal Bid for the purchase of a 2023 RAM 5500 truck to
Peterson's Stampede in the amount of$71,070.00 pursuant to Idaho Code 67-2806 for use by the Water
Department;
11. Approve Resolution No.39-23 authorizing the expenditure of$12,750.00 from fund balance for the repair
of ADA access ramps by ASC, Inc. located at Simplot Stadium as requested by the Parks & Recreation
Director;
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12. Approve Resolution No.40-23 ratifying the execution of the Mutual Assistance Compact -2023 Revision
between Canyon County Sheriffs Office, the Caldwell Police Department, and the Canyon County
Prosecuting Attorney's Office;
13. Approve Resolution No.41-23 awarding a Formal Bid pursuant to Idaho Code 67-2805 to Core and Main
as the apparent low bidder in the amount of$1,359,966.57 for the Farmway/Purple Sage Water Main
Extension Project;
14. Approve Resolution No.42-23 authorizing the City Engineer and the City Public Works Director to award
the informal bid to Boise River Fence, Inc. in the amount of$217,987.46 as the responsive apparent low
bidder for automated security gates and fencing at the Caldwell Police Department; [Moved to New
Business]
15. Approve Resolution No.43-23 ratifying execution of a grant application for request of funds from the FAA
for AIP3-16-00045-037-2023 in the amount of$508,500.00 for the Caldwell Executive Airport Runway,
Taxiways,and Apron Project;
16. Approve Resolution No. 44-23 authorizing the execution of Amendment #2 to the General Services
Agreement with R142 Engineering, Inc. to provide general engineering services for the Centennial Way
Median Infill Project in the amount of$83,499.00;
17. Approve Resolution No. 45-23 ratifying the execution of the Utility License Agreement(Pioneer Project
No. 02-2023) with Pioneer Irrigation District for the ability to cross and encroach upon Highline Canal
easement where the Highline Canal crosses Laster Street;
18. Approve Resolution No. 46-23 ratifying the execution of a License Agreement (Pioneer Project No. 74-
2022)with Pioneer Irrigation District for the ability to replace and extend the existing Railroad Later where
it crosses Ustick Road;
19. Approve Resolution No. 47-23 authorizing the execution of a State/Local Agreement with Idaho
Transportation Department for construction and maintenance of the Middleton and Ustick Roundabout;
20. Approve Resolution No.48-23 accepting a Permanent Easement from Sunset Landing,LP for construction,
operation,and maintenance of a domestic water line across a portion of their property;
21. Approve Resolution No.49-23 ratifying the execution of a Utility License Agreement(Pioneer Project No.
06-2023)with Pioneer Irrigation District for the ability to construct,operate,inspect,maintain, and repair
an irrigation outfall discharge pipe from Selah Estates Subdivision pressure irrigation pump station;
22. Approve Resolution No. 50-23 authorizing the execution of a Purchase Agreement in the amount of
$45,855.24 and a temporary construction easement with Steven Torgerson for right-of-way procurement
associated with the Ustick and Middleton Road Roundabout Project;
23. Approve Resolution No. 51-23 accept a Warranty Deed from Steven Torgerson for right-of-way frontage
associated with the Ustick and Middleton Road Roundabout Project;
24. Approve Resolution No.52-23 authorizing the execution of an Agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation
for the sewer crossing at the Dixie Drain;
25. Approve Resolution No. 53-23 authorizing the execution of an Agreement with the Sawtooth Sockeyes
Baseball League for use of Wolfe Field during the period of May—August,2023;
26. Approve Resolution No.54-23 accepting the Scope of Work by Burgess&Niple,Inc.for full design plans
for the Lake Lowell Corridor Pathway adjacent to Karcher Highway in an amount to be determined and
brought back to City Council at a later date;
27. Approve request by Heap Herders of Caldwell for fee waiver(Special Event Permit and Park Reservation)
in the amount of$575.00 for a community car show on April 29,2023 with the proceeds being donated the
St. Luke's Pediatric Center;
28. Approve Resolution No. 55-23 authorizing the acceptance of the Award of Bid to Cushing Terrell for the
Nancolas Center Rehabilitation Project in the amount of$1.75M;
29. Approve Resolution No. 56-23 authorizing the acceptance of a Permanent Utility Easement from Sunset
Landing,LP for domestic water and sanitary sewer across a portion of their property.
MOVED by Doty SECONDED by McGee to approve the Consent Calendar as amended.
Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Doty, Stadick, Register, McGee, and Williams. Those voting no: none. Absent
and/or not voting:Allgood.
MOTION CARRIED
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
(ACTION ITEM: ACCEPT THE CALDWELL URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY ACTIVITIES REPORT
FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2022 AND SET THE PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR CONSIDERATION BY
THE URA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AT THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED URBAN
RENEWAL AGENCY MEETING ON MONDAY,MARCH 13,2023 AT 6:00 P.M.)
Raelynn North,City of Caldwell Finance Director and URA Treasurer at 411 Blaine Street,provided the Activities
Report for the Calendar Year 2022 and recommended Council action to set the date for the upcoming public hearing
at the next Urban Renewal Agency meeting on March 13,2023.
MOVED by Doty, Seconded by McGee to accept the report and set the Public Hearing for the next Regularly
Scheduled URA Meeting on March 13,2023 at 6:00 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED
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(ACTION ITEM: ACCEPT THE CALDWELL URBAN RENEWAL AUDIT FROM EIDE BAILLY
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30,2022)
Rachelle Castleberry, Caldwell CityTreasurer at 411 Blaine Street, provided an overview of the audit report and
recommended its approval. She reported that the audit was deemed clean by the audit firm,Eide Bailly
Mayor Wagoner reported that the audit reflects information regarding the fund balance at year-end.
Ms. Castleberry clarified that the information presented in the audit report is reflective of the fund balance at year-
end,two bonds have been paid off and the property listed in the audit has been sold with the revenue being used for
completion of designated URA projects.
MOVED by McGee, Seconded by Stadick to accept the audit report as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
ACTION ITEM, CONSEDER REQUEST TO TERMINATE THE CURRENT MEMBERS ON THE
CALDWELL EXECUT-17VE AIRPORT BOARD OF COA01ISSIONERS EFFECTUVE
1MMEDL4T-ELV WITH THE PRONLISION TO PROMOTE THE RECEEPT OF APPLICATIONS &
8,00 A.M. ♦ND ENDING MARCH 10, 2023 AT 5,00 P.M. ^ TION AVAILABLE AT.,
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This item was removed from the agenda by previous action.
(APPROVE THE APPOINTMENT OF ZACH BROOKS FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE JULY 1,2025 AND
ADAM GARCIA FOR A TERM TO EXPIRE JULY 1, 2024 TO THE CALDWELL URBAN RENEWAL
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS)[Moved from the Consent Calendar]
The Mayor acknowledged Adam Garcia. Mr.Garcia provided an overview of his interest to serve on the URA Board
of Commissioners.
MOVED by Stadick,SECONDED by Register to approve the appointment of Zach Brooks for a term to expire July
4,2023 and Adam Garcia for a term to expire July 1,2024 to the Caldwell Urban Renewal Board of Commissioners.
Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Stadick, Register,McGee, Williams, and Doty. Those voting no: none. Absent
and/or not voting:Allgood.
MOTION CARRIED
(APPROVE RESOLUTION NO.36-23 AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH ARTHUR J.GALLAGHER
&CO.TO CONDUCT A CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION STUDY OF APPROXIMATELY 110
JOB DESCRIPTIONS OVER A SIX-MONTH PERIOD IN THE AMOUNT OF $66,325.00 FOR THE
HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT)[Moved from the Consent Calendar]
MOVED by Doty,SECONDED by Stadick to authorize the contract with Arthur J.Gallagher&Co.for$66,325.00
as recommended by the Human Resource Department.
In response to questions from Councilor Doty,Finance Director Raelyn North reported that the requested amount of
$66,325.00 would be appropriated from General Fund Contingency.
Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Doty, Stadick, Register, McGee, and Williams. Those voting no: none. Absent
and/or not voting:Allgood.
MOTION CARRIED
(APPROVE RESOLUTION NO.42-23 AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER AND THE CITY PUBLIC
WORKS DIRECTOR TO AWARD THE INFORMAL BID TO BOISE RIVER FENCE, INC. IN THE
AMOUNT OF $217,987.46 AS THE RESPONSIVE APPARENT LOW BIDDER FOR AUTOMATED
SECURITY GATES AND FENCING AT THE CALDWELL POLICE DEPARTMENT) [Moved from the
Consent Calendar]
Chief Ingram provided the staff for the request for security fencing at the Caldwell Police Department. He provided
a handout explaining the need for the fencing as a safety factor for Caldwell Police Department officers and staff.
He noted that the fencing material would be composed of military-grade with an automated security gate. He
recommended approval of the request.
Brent Orton,reported that the integrated access card system would be a separate expense amounting to approximately
an additional$9,000.00.
MOVED by Doty,SECONDED by Williams to authorize the acceptance of the informal bid from Boise River Fence
in the amount of$217,987.46 for an automated security gates and fencing at the Caldwell Police Department.
Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Doty, Stadick, Register, McGee, and Williams. Those voting no: none. Absent
and/or not voting:Allgood.
MOTION CARRIED
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ACTION ITEM: FINANCE REPORT ACCEPTANCE BY CALDWELL CITY COUNCIL)
Councilor Williams reported that the Finance Committee has reviewed current accounts payable in the amount of
$2,969,010.32 for the period ending February 14,2023, and a net payroll of$535,885.82 for the pay period ending
January 28,2023.
MOVED by Williams,SECONDED by Register that accounts payable in the amount of$2,969,010.32 represented
by check numbers 167691 through 168000 and payroll in the amount of$535,885.82 represented by check numbers
38352 and through 38371 and direct deposits be accepted,payments approved,and vouchers filed in the office of the
City Clerk.
MOTION CARRIED
(COUNCIL COMMENTS)
Councilor Register reported that she recently took a tour of Fire Station#1. She noted that there are several historical
artifacts within the building,which possibly should be on display when Fire Station#1 is relocated to a new site.
Councilor Stadick reported that a community breakfast would be held at the Caldwell Veterans Memorial Hall on
Saturday,March 4,2023 at a cost of$10 per person.
Councilor Doty reported that the toured the Caldwell Executive Airport this past week. He also commented on the
excellent training session conducted by CPD staff;which he recently observed.
Councilor Williams reported on the ongoing efforts for improvements at the Caldwell Executive Airport. He noted
that one of the hangar owners has offered to install a wash rack at the site. Councilor Williams expressed his support
regarding this proposed partnership for construction of such a feature. He also reported on the need for a restroom
facility(similar to a park restroom facility)for use by the public at the airport site. He recommended that construction
of a restroom be considered in the next budget cycle.
Brent Orton, Public Works Director, stated that the owner of the Airport Caf6 had originally indicated that her
business operations would cease by May 31,2023.
(MAYOR'S COMMENTS)
Mayor Wagoner reported that Shelli Boggie had conducted research regarding the ability to reinstate the Employee
PTO Donation Policy. A new policy will be brought forward at the March 6, 2023 City Council Meeting for
consideration. The new policy would be available for all employees,including new employees
(EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO IDAHO CODE, SECTION 74-206, SUBSECTION ]1]]F] FOR THE
PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING PENDING LITIGATION OR WHERE THERE IS A GENERAL PUBLIC
AWARENESS OF PROBABLE LITIGATION AND IDAHO CODE, SECTION 74-206, SUBSECTION ]1][C]
FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING THE ACQUISITION OF OR AN INTEREST IN REAL PROPERTY
NOT OWNED BY A PUBLIC AGENCY)
MOVED by McGee,SECONDED by Williams to convene into Executive Session pursuant to Idaho Code,Section
74-206, Subsection (1)(f) for the purpose of discussing pending litigation or where there is a general public
awareness of probable litigation and Idaho Code,Section 74-206,Subsection(1)(c)for the purpose of discussing
the acquisition of or an interest in real property not owned by a public agency at 7:15 p.m.
Roll call vote. Those voting yes: McGee,Williams,Doty,Stadick,and Register. Those voting no:none. Absent and/or
not voting:McGee.
MOTION CARRIED
A short recess was called by Mayor Wagoner.
The Mayor noted that no decisions were made or action taken within the Executive Session.
MOVED by Doty,SECONDED by McGee to reconvene into Regular Session.
MOTION CARRIED
(ADJOURNMENT)
MOVED by Doty,SECONDED by Williams to adjourn at 7:54 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED
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APPROVED AS written THIS 7`h DAY OF March ,2023.
Mayor
Co for D ty Coup#or William
Councilor Sta ick C nci good
ouncilor Register Coun ilor McGee
ATTEST:
Debbie Geyer,City�Clerk