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REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 5, 2001
7:00 P.M.
The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Nancolas.
The Mayor requested that everyone stand for the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
The Roll of the City Council was called with the following members present: Wells, Gable,
Callsen, Earl, Ozuna, and Langan. Absent: none.
ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
The Mayor asked if there were any additions or deletions to the prepared Agenda. It was MOVED
by Gable, SECONDED by Wells to add a Number Six to the Consent Calendar concerning a
request for approval of a sewer backup claim located at 2111 South Indiana.
Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Gable, Callsen, Earl, Ozuna, Langan, and Wells. Those voting
no: none. Absent and not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
MOVED by Gable, SECONDED by Wells to approve the Agenda as amended.
Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Gable, Callsen, Earl, Ozuna, Langan, and Wells. Those voting
no: none. Absent and not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS.
Mayor Nancolas informed everyone that the next item on the Agenda was special presentations.
He explained that on a monthly basis, the Mayor and Council honor employees who were an
example to the rest of the City. This was employees who do a job above and beyond the call of
duty. It was an honor for us to be able to do this occasionally. We were a month behind Sothis
evening they were going to honor the Employee of the Month for the month of January. The
Mayor read a letter regarding this individual as follows:
This letter is in recognition of an employee who has recently displayed an act of heroism during a
basketball road trip to Buhl, Idaho. Devin responded to a young member of the basketball team
after she became completely exhausted of air. The problem resulted from an orange that lodged in
her throat causing her to lose her breath. Devin performed a procedure known as the Heimlich
Maneuver and as a result, the orange dislodged from her airway and allowed her to breath. Since
the incident, Devin has received the Channel 7 Hero of the Week Award and numerous awards of
thanks and acknowledgment from school administration staff and team parents. What Devin did
was more than an act of heroism. It exemplified what kind of individual he was to his community,
friends and family. Asa co- worker, he is considered to be of the finest fiber. In the short time
that Mark has worked with Devin, he states that he has become completely confident in his work.
I know that when an event was over, our customer will be satisfied. The reason for that
satisfaction is due largely in part to Devin's character and the way he deals with people in general.
He is a likable guy. Mark states that he considers a privilege to work with him and appreciates his
work ethics and commitment to the Caldwell Event Center and to those who use it.
The Mayor further stated that this was an opportunity to acknowledge an act that was above and
beyond the call of duty. Congratulations to Devin for being the Employee of the Month for
.January, 2001. He then presented Devin with a plaque and a gift from the City and thanked him
for a job well done.
Mayor Nancolas then stated that the second presentation this evening was the Employee of the
Month for the month of February. He explained that these recognitions come forward from their
Supervisors. He then read the following letter:
I would like to recommend for Employee of the Month of February a gentleman that fills the
position of Forester within the City. Paul Nelson displays plenty of energy and enthusiasm in
completing all of his duties. He presented plans for a new tree nursery on an acreage adjacent to
the Water Department that would triple the number of annual tree plantings for 15% of the
commercial nursery cost. The site would also provide limited office space storage for chemical
application equipment and meet spill containment regulations for chemical handling. This project
will be presented to Council in a workshop in the near future. His assistance with the tree
trimming project at the Event Center allowed employees to work faster, smarter and more
effectively. Trees were professionally trimmed and will look good for years. Tree trimming also
took place at the Water Department and the Airport. These projects were normally hired out as
needed. He volunteered to help trim shrubs on the Interstate and use a chipper to avoid increasing
the debris pile at the Street Department. Re- handling and disposal costs were eliminated. He is
researching the viability of using a tub grinder or large chipper to comply with the no burning
ordinance and disposing of wood refuse throughout the City. His work ethic is contagious and
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employees follow his lead in completing projects and looking for better solutions to issues they
fact. The City of Caldwell has for twenty -one years consistently received the Tree City U.S.A.
Award and that has continued under Paul's watch.
Again, it is with a great deal of honor because of his work ethics and outstanding leadership that
we present the Employee of the Month to Paul Nelson for the month of February. The Mayor
presented him with a plaque and gift from the City.
Mayor Nancolas also welcomed Norm Hogg, Scout Master for Troop 219, and ask that he
introduce the Scouts in attendance. Also, welcomed Mrs. Moss from the High School who also
introduced the Govermnent students that were visiting the Council Meeting.
AUDIENCE ]PARTICIPATION
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience who cared to address the Council at this time
on any item that was not on the prepared Agenda. Since there was no one, the Mayor declared
that the meeting would continue as outlined.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The Mayor presented the following items on the Consent Calendar for consideration by the
Members of the Council:
1. Dispense with the reading of the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on February
20, 2001 and the Special Council Meeting held on February 27, 2001 and approve as written;
2. Approve acceptance of the following minutes: Library Board Meeting of January 4, 2001 and
the Caldwell Golf Board meeting of January 17, 2001;
3. Approve the following Resolution authorizing the execution of a Consultant Services
Agreement with Tootbman-Orton Engineering Co., Airport Project 3- 16- 0045 -13:
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Caldwell, Idaho,
that the Mayor and Clerk of said City are hereby authorized to execute that certain Agreement
for Professional Services titled, "Professional Engineering Services Agreement", which
Agreement is by and between said City and Toothman-Orton Engineering Co.; and which
Agreement is for the purpose of performing services related to A1P Project 3- 16- 0045 -13, and
which Agreement is attached hereto and made a part hereof as if set forth in full
4, Approve proposal to "piggy- back" off of a Twin Falls competitive bid for a Vibratory Roller
for the Street Department as recommended by the City Engineer for a price of $67,309;
5. Approve acceptance of an easement for sewer line relocation at Albertsons A- Express;
6. Approval for payment of a sewer backup claim located at 2211 South Indiana.
MOVED Wells, SECONDED by Ozuna to approve the Consent Calendar as amended.
Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Wells, Gable, Callsen, Earl, Ozuna, and Langan. Those voting
no: none. Absent and not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
(CONSIDERATION OF BILL NO. 4 TO AMEND THE CITY CODE REGARDING BUILDING
REGULATIONS AS REQUESTED BY THE BUILDING INSPECTOR WITH THE REQUEST TO
WAIVE THE RULES AND PASS AFTER THE FIRST READING BY TITLE ONLY)
Mayor Nancolas recognized Darrell Mayes, the Building Inspector, and ask that he explain this
request for an amendment to the Building Regulations. Mr. Mayes reviewed his memo to the
Mayor and Council was follows:
Due to some changes in State Law, local governments that issue building permits and perform
enforcement activities shall adopt the most current Building Code as defined in Section 39 -4109,
Idaho Code. It shall also include the Appendix Chapter 11, Division 1 and 2, providing for Site
Accessibility and Accessibility to existing buildings for persons with disabilities. I have included
a copy of House Bill No. 611 for your review. I would also like to request that we amend the
Uniform Building Code 1997 Edition, Section 106.2, Item I which provides for work exempt from
Building Permit. This Code Section states that one story detached accessory buildings used as
tool and storage sheds, play houses, and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120
square feet, are exempt from having to procure a Building Permit. It seems that most building
supply houses have available a 12 x 12 (144 square feet) storage shed that could be included in
this exemption, provided the shed, or similar building does not have a permanent foundation,
electrical wiring or any plumbing systems. Due to House Bill 611 and this requirement from the
State of Idaho Department of Building Safety, it would be my recommendation to waive the rules
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of three reading and approve this adoption of Appendix Chapter 11, Division I & 2. 1 would also
recommend approval of this Code amendment.
The Council Members asked several questions and explanation for several of the items noted in
the memo, The Mayor then read Bill No. 4 by title only:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL,
STATE OF IDAHO, PERTAINING TO BUILDING REGULATIONS BY ADDING TO
SECTION I OF CHAPTER 12, ARTICLE I REGARDING ADOPTION OF UNIFORM
BUILDING CODE AND BY ADDING (2) TO SECTION 21, CHAPTER 12, ARTICLE I
REGARDING AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE: REPEALING ALL
ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS, ORDERS OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH.
MOVED by Wells, SECONDED by Langan to waive the rules requiring that a bill be read at three
separate times and in full for one reading.
Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Wells, Gable, Callsen, Earl, Ozuna, and Langan. Those voting
no: none. Absent and not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
MOVED by Wells, SECONDED by Ozuna that Bill No. 4 be passed and entitled Ordinance No.
2369 after the one reading by title only.
Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Wells, Gable, Callsen, Earl, Ozuna, and Langan. Those voting
no: none. Absent and not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
(FINANCIAL REPORT)
Councilman Callsen reported that the Finance Committee has reviewed current accounts payable
in the amount of $597,818.21 for the period ended February 28, 2001 and a net payroll of
$137,059.02 for the pay period ended February 24, 2001.
MOVED by Callsen, SECONDED by Ozuna that accounts payable in the amount of $597,818.21
represented by check numbers 73143 through 73331 and the total payroll for the amount of
$137,059.02 represented by check numbers 70670 through 70881 and direct deposit stub numbers
16240 through 16354 be accepted, payment approved, and vouchers filed in the Office of the City
Clerk.
Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Callsen, Earl, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, and Gable. Those voting
no: none. Absent and not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
(CITY COUNCIL REPORTS)
Councilman Wells reported that he really didn't have anything specific to add. He thought they
should be looking at revising our exiting standards for employees.
Councilman Gable stated that he represented the Mayor and City at the ribbon cutting at Pet
Haven and they did have a great turn out.
Councilman Callsen reminded Council of the Workshop at Noon on Tuesday, the 13' with Tom
Hudson and the Core Area Design Committee.
(MAYOR'S COMMENTS)
The Mayor reported on the following: The Board of Ida -Ore Planning and Development was
undergoing a name change. Recently the two counties in Oregon became a part of the Oregon
group; Wilson School and other schools in the area celebrated Dr. Seuss Week; Legislation was
in full swing and the legislation regarding annexation and urban renewal was going in the
direction they hoped for; the Compass Board was asked by District Three Department of
Transportation to prioritize projects for all of Treasure Valley; Compass as a Board has prioritized
Exit 29 as their number one priority from that Board; with regard to the Digital Village Grant, we
were fortunate enough to get a $15,000 grant through Hewlett Packard and that meeting was on
Wednesday at 4:00 at the School District Office; YMCA Project was moving along nicely;
Council would meet in an Executive Session at 1:00 on Wednesday, March 7th with a Special
Meeting following that meeting to consider bids for the Dixie Drain sewer project; a Workshop on
March 13' with Tom Hudson regarding the Core Area Design Committee; and there will be a
Workshop on March 16' pertaining to performance contracting with Viron; invitation to Council
to attend the Mayor's Youth Community Scholarship Fundraiser which was the Mayor's Old Guys
vs Vallivue High School Varsity on March 16` at Vallivue High School and Caldwell High
School Varsity on March 17' at the Caldwell High School. The money goes back to the
respective high schools with half going to the scholarship fund and the other half to the athletic
funds of those schools.
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(ADJOURN)
MOVED by Langan, SECONDED by Wells that since there was no further business, the meeting
adjourn at 7:30 p.m.
Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Langan, Wells, Gable, Callsen, Earl and Ozuna. Those voting
no: none. Absent and not voting: none.
MOTION CARRIED
APPROVED AS written THIS 19th DAY OE M 2001.
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