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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-02-09city council minutesBook 23 REGULAR MEETING February 9, 1.982 12:00 Noon The Meeting was called to order by Mayor McCluskey. Page 41 The Mayor requested that everyone stand and give the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Roll of the City Council was called with the following members present: Raymond, L. Carter, J. Carter, Mallea, and Cowles. Absent: Betts. (AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION) The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience who cared to bring anything before the City.Council that was not on the prepared Agenda. Since there was no one, the Mayor declared that the Meeting would continue as scheduled. OLD BUSINESS (RESOLUTION NO. 5 -82 - INCREASE ON WATER RATES) The Mayor called on Mr. Phil Leahy to report as to the Resolution increasing the water rates that was to be presented at this City Council Meeting. Mr. Leahy stated that he did take a draft of the Resolution over to the City Attorney's Office and he made several minor changes which he pointed out to the members of the Council. He also explained to the City Council that the billing scheduled for the 16th of the month will be under the new rates and a system was established with regard to the sewer rates. The Mayor then read the Resolution in full as follows: WHEREAS, On or about January 4, 1977, the City Council of the City of Caldwell, enacted Ordinance No. 1406 which said Ordinance requires the City Council to establish User Water Rates by Resolution. WHEREAS, said Ordinance has been in effect since January 4, 1977. WHEREAS, It has been determined that established water rate charges should be amended. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the bimonthly charges for metered water furnished by the Water Department to each meter service connection within the City limits shall be based upon the following schedule of rates: $5.00 base charge to each user for each and every two month period or fraction thereof, that the user's service is turned on ($2,00 to be transferred to the Water Capital Improvement Fund). Plus: $0.44 / 100 cubic feet of water consumed from 0 cubic feet through 50,000 cubic feet. $0.28 / 100 cubic feet of water consumed in excess of 50,000 cubic feet. The bimonthly charges for metered water furnished by the Water Department to each meter service connection outside of the City limits shall be based upon the following schedule of rates: $10.00 base charge to each user for each and every two month period or fraction thereof, that the user's service is turned an ($2.00 to be transferred to the Water Capital Improvement Fund). Plus: $0.88 / cubic feet of water consumed from 0 cubic feet through 50,000 cubic.feet. $0.56 / 100 cubic feet of water consumed in excess of 50,000 cubic feet. Said schedules shall be effective on all billings rendered after the effective date of passage of this Resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED Tha -t this Resolution shall take effect and be in full force upon its passage and approval. MOVED by Raymond, SECONDED by J. Carter that Resolution No. 5 -82 be passed as presented. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Raymond, L. Carter, J. Carter, Book 23 Page 42 Mallea -y and Cowles. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: Betts. MOTION CARRIED (DISCUSSION ON PERSONNEL POLICY) The Mayor stated that - they would delay action on this item as more study was required. (REPORT FROM INSURANCE CLAIM COMMITTEE) The Mayor requested that-Councilman Cowles,, a, member of the Claim', Committee report with'x, to this claim- for damages .at the: Stadium. Councilman Cowles reported that the information was submitted to Harrison:Frank insurance Agency and they would notify the City Council as soon as possible. (ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT DAIRYMENS) The Mayor called on the City Engineer, Ron Redmond, to give a brief explanation as to the proposed agreement that was.:...being:.drawn ; up for Dairymens Creamery Association. This Agreement was not solidified as yet, but -the Mayor said that Mr. Redmond could address those conditions that would be required with the Agreement. Mr. Redmond stated that. as a result of the meeting:with.the Dairymens last week, an Agreement.. was :being drawn up for:the,r.eque.st . made.by Dairymens for the issuance of an encroachment.permit for..the right to construct facilities upon and - .occupy a portion of.the public right of way. The Agreement was in rough draft at this time and he would distribute copies to the City Council for their study, before it was brought to the Council..for action. Mr_ Redmond further said that there was at this time several conditions included in this Agreement which were as follows: 1. The Principal, its successors and assigns, agrees.to hold the City of Caldwell harmless from.any and.all...liability.on account of the erection, installation, construction, maintenance or operation of the facilities located under this agreement. 2. If the work or facilitiessconstructed <under..this agreement in any manner invblved.the di_stut.bance of the,;traveled surface or use of the traveled way of the street, interferes with street drainage, or damages any sidewalk area, said items shall be modified or restored to the satisfaction of the City of Caldwell, at the Principal's expense. 3. All work herein contemplated shall be done,:to conform to current government and industry standards. 4. This agreement shall not prevent the of Caldwell from using any of its roads, streets, or public places, or affect its right to full supervision and control over all or any part of them-none of which is hereby surrendered. 5. The City of Caldwell._may revoke, annul, change, amend, amplify, or terminate this,actreement or-any of the conditions herein enumerated if Principal fails.to comply -,with any or all of its provisions, requirements or regulations as herein set forth or at the discretion of the City of Caldwell. A Mr. Alvin Benson was recognized by the Mayor and expressed his concern over the problems that_.have:occurred'with Dairymens. The Mayor expla.ined;to Mr. Benson why Dairymens: was- not :adhering_to thi laws and that the City Council,.was.supposed _ to'.uphold the laws and was therefore, trying to do so The Mayor also informed Mr. Benson that the Engineer for'Dairymens was planning to meet with the City Engineer once a month and-there would be an on going communication between the City and Dairymens. (COUNCILMAN BETTS ARRIVED AT THE MEETING) NEW BUSINESS �RE'OLUTION NO. 7 -82 - REHAB LOAN) The Mayor read this Resolution by title only which has been the policy in the past: Book 23 Page 43 RESOLUTION APPROVING A HOUSING REHABILITATION FOR HARRY EVANS AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The Mayor further said that the Rehab Committee had reviewed this Rehab Loan and recommended its approval. MOVED by J. Carter, SECONDED by L. Carter that Resolution No. 7 -82 be passed. Roll call vote. Those voting yes:: J. Carter, Mallea, Betts, Cowles, Raymond, and L. Carter. Those vot=ing no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (PARKING RESTRICTIONS AT TENTH AND CHICAGO) The Mayor called on the City Engineer, Ron Redmond, to discuss this item on the Agenda. Mr. Redmond pointed out the area under discussion on map for the Council and audience. He explained that there was to be a signal installed at Tenth and Chicago and for one block in all directions there would be no parking signs so that the parking would be completely restricted in that area. This was discussed with the State of Idaho and made a part of an Agreement with the State. The State had asked that this be discussed at a City Council Meeting so that it would be formally stated that the parking would be restricted. This was discussed at some length by the City Council members. Councilman Raymond questioned as to whether all of this restricted parking would be necessary and wondered if it wouldn't be feasible to have it restricted only for one half a block on Chicago. Also, comments were made with regard to a possible problem for the existing restaurant on Tenth for enough parking spaces for their customers. It was determined that the City Engineer would approach the State of Idaho to see if there was a possibility that the restricted area could be cut down. Councilwoman Mallea also suggested that an investigation be conducted to see how much property and how many people would be affected by this parking restriction. (PROCLAMATION - VOCATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK) The Mayor informed the City Council that he had proclaimed this week as vocational Education Week. He further said that he was invited by the Decca Club from the High School to lunch and had designated Miss Patty Bikkie as Miss Vo -Ed. There was a lot of enthusiasm for the Vocational Education and there was about six units at the present time in the Caldwell High School. (DISCUSSION REGARDING SUGGESTIONS ON WATER DEPARTMENT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS) The Mayor informed the City Council that he had talked with Mr. Redmond, the City Engineer, with regard to suggestions on Water Capital Improvements. The Mayor further commented that he would like for the City Council to give some - thought to the following suggestions: The first was a Water Study which would go to a local engineering firm and the second was the hookup of water lines in the well at Happy Day Business Center back into the system. There was quite a lengthy discussion with regard to suggestions and the monies available. Mr. Redmond pointed out what monies were there and the alternatives that could be considered. No action was taken at this time. (SPONSORSHIP MONTH FOR CALDWELL CENTENNIAL) The Mayor informed the City Council that he received a letter from the Historical Commission stating that for the Caldwell's Centennial in 1983, they would like to have a sponsoring organization for specific subject areas. What they were proposing was to divide the year into twelve topics and an organization taking that month's program. The Mayor suggested, and he was sure that the.City Council agreed, that the City of Caldwell take the month of July. He further said that hewould inform the Commission of the City's desires. Book 23 (COMMITTEE REPORTS) Page 44 Councilman Betts said that he had no reports to make at this time. Councilman Cowles reported that he attended the Historical Commission Meeting and they were planning to meet again on the 24th of this month. Their main discussion was where to get monies to help with the Centennial. Councilman Betts suggested that they come to the City Council and outline some of their plans so consideration could be given in helping them financially. Councilman L. Carter stated that all of the City Council and the Mayor were his guests at the Senior Citizen's Center for lunch and that it was very enjoyable. Councilman Raymond informed the .City Council and the Mayor that the Fire Abatement Committee met and all of the City Council was invited to go see the old buildings. Councilman J. Carter stated that ;he.met, with the Rehab Committee and they went out to look -at the jobs that were finished. At a couple of the jobs, he could see what the representatives from H.U.D. were speaking of such as-the siding that was being.put on some of the houses that was not really necessary and also some of the fencing The Committee also was looking at some of-the mortgage documents and felt that they were too bulky. Councilman Carter also said that he attended the Chamber of Commerce-Roads and Streets' Committee Meeting. The determination from the Department of.Transportation with.regard to Tenth Avenue would be Thursday and Friday.of this week. Mr. Sacht also commented that they had not gone on with the design of the landscaping on the Interstate as Caldwell apparently has not committed to doing the maintenance on this. Mr. Redmond said that this had been discussed at several meetings, but it was not in writing. The City was working on it at this time. Councilwoman Mallea reported that she attended the Crime ,Stopper's Organizational Meeting and they were in the process of approving their Bylaws. There was to be another meeting at 7:00 a.m. on the 23rd at Pollards. (C.I.A. AWARD) The Mayor informed the City Council that it was recommended that the first C.I.A. Award 'be given to the Basque Organizations, The Eskualdunak., He was ,going to proclaim the 2nd of March as Basque Day and would request a motion from the City Council to this effect. MOVED by Raymond, SECONDED by J. Carter that the 2nd day of March be designated as Basque Day. MOTION CARRIED (CATERING PERMIT) The City Clerk presented one Catering Permit for approval. This was requested for the Corral to cater at the.County Fair Building for the Recreational Vehicle Show. This permit was approved by the Chief of Police and the fee paid to the Office of the City Clerk. MOVED by L. Carter, SECONDED by Raymond that approval be given for the Catering Permit as presented by the City Clerk. (EXECUTIVE SESSION SCHEDULED) MOTION CARRIED The Mayor informed the City Council that there -would be .an Executive Session the next morning at 11:00 a.m. for the purpose of discussing personnel. (RESOLUTION NO. 6 -82 - FARM LEASE WITH WILBUR L. ANDREW) The Mayor read the following Resolution in full as follows: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MAYOR AND CITY.CLERK TO EXECUTE A FARM LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CALDWELL AND WILBUR Book 23 L. ANDREW AND ELLA B. ANDREW. Page 45 BE IT RESOLVED That the Mayor and Clerk of the City of Caldwell be, and the same hereby are, authorized to execute that.eertain Lease Agreement attached hereto and made a part hereof as if set forth in full by and between the City of Caldwell as Lessors and Wilbur L. Andrew and Ella B. Andrew, as Lessees; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED That payments required therein be authorized by the City Council, City of Caldwell. The Mayor further explained that this was for the lease of farm land at Purple Sage Golf Course and that Mr. Andrew had agreed to an increase of $50.00 a year. MOVED by L. Carter, SECONDED by Mallea that Resolution No. 6 -82 be passed authorizing the execution of this Farm Lease Agreement. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: L. Carter, J. Carter, Mallea, Betts, Cowles, and Raymond. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED The Mayor informed the City Council that he received an invitation to "attend the Toastmistress Club. of Caldwell Annual Speech Contest on February 11th at the Caldwell Library. He was unable to attend and would like someone from the City Council to attend if possible. There being no further business, the Meeting was adjourned at 1:10 P.M. APPROVED AS written THIS 16th DAY OF February , 1982. ATTEST: uounc %.man L" Councilman City Cl r