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Home My WebLink About2025-07-07 Council MinutesPAGE 136 CITY OF CALDWELL PUBLIC MEETING INFORMATION MEETING LOCATION Caldwell City Hall 205 South 6`h Avenue % e invite interested parties to participate in public hearings either electronically or in person. If you have a cough, fever, or are not feeling well, please contact the City Clerk's Office or Planning & Zoning Department (land -use public hearings) to arrange participation remotely. The City of Caldwell follows the CDC guidelines to allow for distance in the public meeting area and provide masks/hand sanitizer on site. Virtual Participation Option: Register in advance to provide public comments electronically or by telephone. During the registration process, you will be asked what item on the agenda you wish to speak about. Please use the case number as listed within the written notice. Online registration must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Click on the "public meetings" button on the center of the paae._After registration, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the virtual meeting. REGISTER AT: htti)s://www.citvofcaldwell.or Written comments must be received at least eight (8) days in advance of the meeting to the Planning & Zoning Department at P&Z(@citvofcaldwell.orP to be included within the staff report. All comments received after the staff report has been transmitted will be included in the case file and provided as late exhibits at the appropriate public hearing. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA (City Hall - Chambers Room #100) July 7, 2025 6:00 P.M. Mayor Wagoner opened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. at the Caldwell City Hall Council Chambers. Pastor Bob Larson of Calvary Chapel provided the invocation and Mayor Wagoner led those in the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: The Deputy City Clerk called the roll: Doty, Stadick, Register, Williams, Allgood, and Dittenber were present. CONFLICT OF INTEREST: Councilor Dittenber noted that Caldwell Housing Authority was the applicant on Action Items 6 and 7. Mayor Wagoner thanked Councilor Dittenber for reviewing his interest in the matter and explained that as there was no monetary interest in the matter, Councilor Dittenber was still able to vote on the issue. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION: Pamela Williamson was present to express her concern over the hotel being built near the fairgrounds. She also expressed concern over the parking meters that had been installed and then removed from downtown. Also concerned over traffic and asked what Council planned to do about the congestion and noise issues from traffic. David Moore spoke to Council regarding animal control and sheltering services. Mr. Moore reported that his business would be donating $500 to the City for the use of animal control and challenged other businesses to do the same. AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA: MOVED by Doty, SECONDED by Stadick to move Consent Calendar Item #8 and #17 to New Business for further discussion. Approved by voice vote. CONSENT CALENDAR: ]ALL CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS ARE CONSIDERED ACTION ITEMS] 1. The Caldwell City Council dispenses with the three (3) reading rule of Idaho Code §50-902 for all ordinances. PAGE 138 Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Williams, Allgood, Dittenber, Doty, Register, and Stadick. Those voting no: none. Absent and/or not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (CONSIDER RESOLUTION 246-25 ACCEPTING A PROPOSAL FROM RBCI IN THE AMOUNT $74,985.00 FOR PUBLIC OUTREACH AND PUBLIC RELATION SERVICES FOR THE KIMBALL AVENUE BRIDGE PROJECT.)Nfoved.fran conseni Jorfur[her discrossion Hallie Hart, City Engineer, was present to review the proposal as it was being presented and explained the details of the outreach that would go into the process. Councilor Allgood inquired as to the cost of the proposal and expressed his concern over the high dollar amount and what role RBCI would be playing during the construction process. ReaLynn North explained the purchase limits had been increased by state statute as of July 1, 2025. Council Register asked how the funds would be reimbursed by LHTAC. Ms. North explained that the funds were obligated and would not be reduced and would be reimbursed in full. MOVED by Allgood, SECONDED by Dittenber to APPROVE Resolution 246-25 accepting a Proposal from RBCI in the amount $74,985.00 for public outreach and public relation services for the Kimball Avenue Bridge Project as PRESENTED/AMENDED. Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Williams, Allgood, Dittenber, Doty, Register, and Stadick. Those voting no: none. Absent and/or not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (CONSIDER RESOLUTION 243-25 DIRECTING THE SUBMISSION OF THE SITE B CALDWELL URBAN RENEWAL PLAN TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FOR REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATIONS.) Mark Hilty was present as legal counsel for the Caldwell Urban Renewal Agency. Mr. Hilty reviewed the location of the property and the proposed plans for development of the property. Mr. Hilty noted that this was merely the first step in creating a new URA district and outlined the steps that would take place along the process. Councilor Stadick asked if the proposed location would participate with consulting run by Roger Brooks for the downtown area. Mr. Hilty explained that while Mr. Brooks was involved in the project, the proposed location would be a unique property. Councilor Register asked for clarification on the purpose of creating a new district through Urban Renewal and how the funding worked through Urban Renewal. Mr. Hilty explained that the developer would be responsible for paying for the development upfront but would be eligible for reimbursement through the URA. Councilor Register followed up asking if this process was done for any development to which Mr. Hilty explained that private developers are often involved in URA funding. Councilor Doty spoke to the return on investment in the project explaining that the properties would be used for workforce and more affordable housing. Councilor Williams asked for clarification on the use of URA funds for development. Mr. Hilty explained the property was considered deteriorating and located in an area that was a challenge for investment. MOVED by Doty, SECONDED by Allgood to Approve Resolution No. 243-25 Directing the Submission of the Site B - Caldwell Urban Renewal Plan to the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Caldwell, Idaho, for review and recommendations Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Allgood, Dittenber, Doty, Stadick, and Williams. Those voting no: Register. Absent and/or not voting: none. (PUBLIC HEARING (QUASI-JUDICIAL): CASE SPP25-000006, ZON25-000001, DEV25-000004: THE APPLICANT, SABRINA DURTSCHI OF SD LAND CONSULTING, ON BEHALF OF TREASURE VALLEY DEVELOPMENT LLC AND ENCLAVE PARTNERS LLC, IS REQUESTING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT (REZONE) FOR A PORTION OF PARCEL R3279500000 FROM H-C TO R-2 AS WELL AS A PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL FOR ENCLAVE SUBDIVISION, A MIXED -USE SUBDIVISION WITH 152 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS AND 5 COMMERCIAL LOTS. IN ADDITION, A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DA) MODIFICATION APPLICATION IS INCLUDED TO MODIFY THE EXISTING DA TO MATCH THE PROPOSED LAYOUT AND USES. THE SITE IS DESIGNATED COMMUNITY CENTER IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FUTURE LAND USE MAP, WHICH IS COMPATIBLE WITH R-2 ZONING AS WELL AS THE REMAINING H-C ZONING. THE DEVELOPMENT IS LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF KARCHER RD., DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM BOOK 66 PAGE 140 COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS: Councilor Register spoke to the importance of mindful growth and noted the proposal cut in half. Councilor Williams asked for a requirement for commercial design review. ORDER OF DECISION: MOVED by Allgood, SECONDED by Dittenber That based on the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, the Caldwell City Council hereby orders that Case No. SPP25-000006, ZON25-000001, DEV25-000004 a request by Sabrina Durtschi of SD Land Consulting request for rezone, preliminary plat, and development agreement modification to include the associated development agreement is approved with the conditions as outlined within the staff report and requirement for commercial design review for outward facing commercial properties. Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Allgood, Dittenber, Doty, Stadick, Register, and Williams. Those voting no: none. Absent and/or not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (CONSIDER BILL NO. 34 (ORDINANCE NO. 3696) ASSOCIATED WITH ZON25-000001, WITH A REQUEST TO MOVE FOR ITS PASSAGE AND APPROVE THE SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION.) MOVED by Allgood, SECONDED by Stadick to sponsor Bill No. 34 (Ordinance No. 3686) associated with ZON25- 000001, with a request to move for its passage and approve the summary for publication Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Williams, Allgood, Dittenber, Doty, Register, and Stadick. Those voting no: none. Absent and/or not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED MAYOR WAGONER CALLED FOR BRIEF RECESS (PUBLIC HEARING (QUASI-JUDICIAL): CASE ANN25-000002, PUD25-000002, SPP25-000003: THE APPLICANT, PENELOPE CONSTANTIKES OF RILEY PLANNING SERVICES LLC, ON BEHALF OF TRIPLE DOT DEVELOPMENT, IS REQUESTING ANNEXATION OF PARCEL R3275601000 WITH A PROPOSED ZONING OF R-2 (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL), WHERE THE CURRENT CITY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION IS NEIGHBORHOOD 3. ADDITIONALLY, THE APPLICANT 1S REQUESTING APPROVAL OF A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION AND PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR SPRINGHOUSE TOWNES SUBDIVISION, A SINGLE FAMILY -ATTACHED SUBDIVISION WITH 77 TOWNHOME UNITS. THE 8.56 ACRE DEVELOPMENT IS LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF MIDWAY ROAD, APPROXIMATELY 650 FEET SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION WITH HOMEDALE RD., IN CALDWELL, IDAHO.) Katie Wright, Caldwell Planning, was present to review the application MORE Councilor Doty asked for clarification on what parts of the application had been amended since MORE Penelope Constantikes, with Riley Planning Services, was present to present the proposed property for consideration. Ms. Constantikes detailed the design of the community and offered amenities. Public Input Opposed Jeanne Cridebring commented that because Planning and Zoning had denied, Council should honor that recommendation. George Bergan spoke against the property as it was being presented. He noted that the height and length of the properties did not fit with the area and that there was not a significant need for townhomes in the area. Tamara Bergen present but did not speak. Barbara Lawson present but did not speak. Rich Lawson present but did not speak. Angie Basset spoke against the application as she believed there was already too much development in the area and not enough support to maintain the infrastructure. PAGE 142 Katie Wright reviewed the staff report and details of the project before turning the time over to representatives from Caldwell Housing Authority to give further details. Rosario Soto was present to represent Caldwell Housing Authority in their request for annexation. Councilor Williams asked about addressing Mr. Soto reported that they had been working proactively to address issues with access and addresses. Councilor Allgood thanked CHA for their continued commitment to the community. MOVED by Doty, SECONDED by Stadick to close the public testimony portion of the public hearing. MOTION CARRIED EVIDENCE LIST FOR CASE ANN25-000006: I . Staff report 2. PowerPoint presentations from staff and the applicant's representative. COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS: There were no further comments or discussion from Council. ORDER OF DECISION: MOVED by Doty, SECONDED by Stadick that based on the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, CASE ANN25-000006 the request for annexation to include the associated development agreements is approved with the conditions as outlined within the staff report. Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Allgood, Doty, Stadick, Register, and Williams. Those voting no: none. Absent and/or not voting: Dittenber. MOTION CARRIED (CONSIDER BILL NO. 44 (ORDINANCE NO. 3696) ASSOCIATED WITH ANN25-000006, WITH A REQUEST TO MOVE FOR ITS PASSAGE AND APPROVE THE SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION) MOVED by Doty, SECONDED by Stadick to sponsor Bill NO.44 (ORDINANCE NO.3696) associated with ANN25- 000006, with a request to move for its passage and approve the summary for publication. Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Williams, Allgood, Doty, Register, and Stadick. Those voting no: none. Absent and/or not voting: Dittenber. MOTION CARRIED (CONSIDER BILL NO. 47 (ORDINANCE NO.3699) AMENDING CHAPTER 6, ARTICLE 7, SECTION 6- 7-13 OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL CODE PERTAINING TO QUALIFICATIONS OF LICENSEE FOR BEER, WINE, AND LIQUOR BY THE DRINK AMENDING THE NEED FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT WITH A REQUEST TO MOVE FOR ITS PASSAGE AND APPROVE THE SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION.) City Attorney Oscar Klaas presented the change to Council noting that the updates to this section were being presented to match the changes made to Chapter 10. MOVED by Doty, SECONDED by Stadick to sponsor NO.47 (Ordinance NO.3699) Amending Chapter 6, Article 7, Section 6-7-13 of the City of Caldwell Code, with a request to move for its passage and approve the summary for publication. Roll call vote: Those voting yes: Williams, Allgood, Dittenber, Doty, Register, and Stadick. Those voting no: none. I Absent and/or not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (CONSIDER RESOLUTION 242-25 ACCEPTING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH HORROCKS ENGINEERS ON THE AMOUNT OF $115,315.00 FOR DESIGN OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING BUILDING.) Hallie Hart, City Engineer, presented the proposed agreement to Council noting that the agreement was for design of the site of the Police and Fire Training Building. Hart added that the property was already purchased and because it was located in a flood plain, it required additional design standards. PAGE 144 r F MAYOR'S COMMENTS: Mayor Wagoner reported that the Fourth of July celebration was hugely successful and reminded those present of the State of Our City event taking place on July 10 ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 10:14 p.m. APPROVED AS WRITTEN THIS 21" DAY OF Jul 2025. L-1-1-J119-WIM Willi --.I l Ul-1 ATTEST: K i tina BMVan, Deputy City Clerk ayor ago kil OF �•• �lyCO$p0 •ld ,�L