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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-05-18city council minutesBook 39 EXECUTIVE SESSION MAY 18, 1998 7:00 P.M. The Meeting was called to order by Mayor Nancolas. Page 113 The Mayor explained that this was the time and place scheduled and noted by Agenda for the City Council to meet and by motion officially convene into an Executive Session. The Roll of the City Council was called with the following members present: Earl, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, Houchins, and Evans. Absent: none. Mayor Nancolas stated that as posted on the Agenda, pursuant to Idaho State Code 67 -2343 and 2345, he was proposing an Executive Session of the City Council for the purpose of discussing land acquisition. MOVED by Earl, SECONDED by Evans that pursuant to Idaho State Code, 67- 2343 and 2345, the City Council convene into an Executive Session for the purpose of discussing land acquisition. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Earl, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, Houchins, and Evans. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED After discussion, the Executive Session was adjourned at 7:15 p.m. and the City Council convened into their Pre- Council Meeting. REGULAR MEETING MAY 18,1998 7:30 p.m. The Regular City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Nancolas. The Mayor recognized Boy Scout Troop 221 and asked that one of the Scouts lead the Pledge of Allegiance after the invocation. He noted that they were present at the meeting with regard to their Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge. The Invocation was offered by Walter Rice of the Faith Lutheran Church after which the Mayor requested that everyone remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. The Roll of the City Council was called with the following members present: Earl, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, Houchins, and Evans. Absent: none. (ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA) The Mayor asked if there were any additions or deletions to be made to the prepared Agenda at this time. It was MOVED by Earl, SECONDED by Langan to add a new item under New Business regarding Allied vs. City of Caldwell as No. 7A. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Earl, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, Houchins, and Evans. 'Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL VISITORS) Book 39 The Mayor stated that at this time he would like to make several special presentations. One of the most thankless positions of any appointed board or volunteer board in the community was that of a Plamung and Zoning Commission member. The history of that position indicates that the public either likes the decision or really doesn't like it and there was not much in- between. This evening he wanted to thank one person who served on that commission, took some of the heat, and made difficult decisions. She took time to study the issues and was always well informed. At this tune, he asked Sonia Huyck, to come forward and presented her with a plaque of appreciation. Mayor Nancolas announced that he would like to make yet another presentation. Many times volunteerism goes unnoticed. There were some people who volunteer many times and quite often the volunteers were the saine group of people. Unfortunately, they may be overlooked. It was decided the City would honor one of those this evening and someone who was genuine and sincere. Wayne Eisenbrandt has been to every rodeo and volunteered his time with the Rodeo Board, the Optimist Club, his Church, and the City. When there was an activity requiring volunteerism, he was always there. The Mayor then introduced Mr. Eisenbrandt and presented him with a plaque of appreciation for his dedicated and devoted service to the citizens of Caldwell. The next presentation was a Community Service Award. The Mayor explained that this award was also about volunteerism. There was a couple in the City of Caldwell who have participated in about everything he could think of. They were active in the Chamber, Spring Fling preparation, Caldwell Townsite Committee and available when there was a need for donated time. He then introduced David and Christopher Green and presented them with a plaque in appreciation of their efforts in building community pride. I�flfi]# DI►`[�l D�i7:� t71 Y C �L�7:YM �i]v Mayor Nancolas asked if there was anyone in the audience who cared to address the City Council on any matter that was not on the prepared Agenda. Since there was no one, the Mayor declared that the meeting would continue as outlined. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Dispense with the reading of the minutes of the May 4, 1998, Executive Session, and the Regular City Council Meeting of May 4, 1998, and approve as written; 2. Approve acceptance of the minutes of the Caldwell Industrial Airport Meeting of May 7, 1998; and the minutes of the Caldwell Golf Board Meeting of April 15, 1998; 3. Approve low bid submitted by Bodiford Construction for L.I.D. 98 -3, the Cherry, Florida, and Alder Storm Drain Project as recommended by the Engineering Department; 4. Approve request for a Taxicab License from Andy's Taxi subject to approval of the insurance policy by the City Attorney; 5. Approve appointment of Elaine Carpenter to the Historic Preservation Commission for a three year term; 6. Approve the Order of Decision for final plat of Wildflower; T Approve a Public Improvements Deferral Agreement with Leonardo and Griselda Garcia to defer the construction of curb, gutter, sidewalk, and street widening; 8. Approve a Lease Addendum to delete the name of John Deringer from the original lease and add Jeff Deringer to that lease; 9. Approve the summarization of Ordinance 2230 to amend the City Code with regard to manufactured homes placed on individual lots. Page 114 Councilwoman Earl commented that she was very pleased to have Elaine Carpenter willing to serve on the Iistoric Preservation Commission. Book 39 Page 115 MOVED by Earl, SECONDED by Evans to approve the Consent Calendar as presented by the Mayor. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Earl, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, Houchins, and Evans. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. OLD BUSINESS (THIRD READING OF BILL NO. 12 TO ANNEX APPROXIMATELY S ACRES INTO THE CITY AS AN R -1 ZONE SUBMITTED BY DION ZIMMERMAN) Mayor Nancolas explained that this Bill was first read on April 20, 1998, and the second reading on May 4, 1998. This was the time set for the final reading. He then read the Bill by title only as follows: AN ORDINANCE DETERMINING THAT CERTAIN LAND LAYS CONTIGUOUS OR ADJACENT TO THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL, COUNTY OF CANYON, STATE OF IDAHO; AND THAT SAID LANDS BE ANNEXED TO THE CITY OF CALDWELL, IDAHO, AS PART OF THE R -1 (SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONING DISTRICT; AND DECLARING SAID LAND BY PROPER LEGAL DESCRIPTION AS DESCRIBED BELOW TO BE A PART OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL, CANYON COUNTY, IDAHO; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS, ORDERS OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR TO ADD SAID PROPERTY TO THE OFFICIAL MAPS OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL, IDAHO; AND DIRECTING THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL TO FILE A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE ORDINANCE AND MAP OF THE AREA TO BE ANNEXED WITH CANYON COUNTY, STATE OF IDAHO AND THE IDAHO STATE TAX COMMISSION, PURSUANT TO IDAHO CODE, SECTION 63 -2219. MOVED by Earl, SECONDED by Evans that Bill No. 12 be passed and entitled Ordinance No. 2233. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Earl, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, Houchins, and Evans. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none MOTION CARRIED (THIRD READING OF BILL NO. 13 TO CHANGE THE TIME FOR THE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS) The Mayor stated that this Bill was read for the first reading on April 20, 1998, and the second reading was on May 4, 1998. This was the time for the final reading which he read by title only as follows: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 1, SECTION 07 (1) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL, COUNTY OF CANYON, STATE OF IDAHO, REGARDING MEETINGS BY DELETING AND ADDING CERTAIN LANGUAGE: REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS, ORDERS, AND PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. MOVED by Earl, SECONDED by Langan that Bill No. 13 be passed and entitled Ordinance No. 2234. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Earl, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, Houchins, and Evans. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED Book 39 NEW BUSINESS (CONSIDER AWARDING THE BID FOR THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT) Page 116 Mayor Nancolas recognized the City Engineer, Mr. Law, and ask hive to present the background on this item. Mr. Law reported that it was scheduled to consider awarding a bid for the Wastewater Treatment Plant at this meeting. The Consultants have requested that the bid not be awarded this evening as they have further information they need to check on to confirm that everything was in order for the low bid. The Council and the Mayor were provided a copy of the abstract of submitted bids to give them an idea as to the price range. They did range from 8.8 million up to 11.4 million. The Engineer's estimate of cost was 10.3 million so Staff was very pleased with the outcome of the bids. What they have heard concerning the low bidder was that they were a qualified firm. Financial statements, references, past projects and etc. were now being checked out. These reports should be ready by the time the next Council Meeting occurs. Mayor Nancolas stated that this would be included on the Agenda under New Business at the June I" meeting. (PUBLIC HEARING ON THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 28 ACRES LOCATED ON EAST USTICK AND LAKE AVENUE INTO THE CITY AS AN R -2 ZONE REQUESTED BY JENNIFER AND MILTON LOVENTHAL) The Mayor announced that the next item on the Agenda was a Public Hearing to consider the annexation of approximately 28 acres located on East Ustick and Lake Avenue. The request was presented by Jennifer and Milton Loventhal and the zoning request was R -2. It was Case No. ANN- 08 -98. It was heard before the Planning and Zoning Commission and forwarded to the City Council with the recommendation to proceed with the annexation. If anyone cares to speak during the Public Hearing, they must sign up at the staff table. The Public Hearing will begin by hearing from Staff, those signed up in favor of the request, those signed in opposition, time for rebuttal from both parties and then time for questions from Staff and Council Members. As the proceedings go along, any Council Member or Mayor may ask questions of anyone testifying. The public testimony portion of the hearing will then be closed and at that tune, Council will deliberate, establish Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and make a recommendation as to whether the proposal should be approved or not. This was the basic procedure following this evening for the Hearing. Mayor Nancolas then opened the Public Hearing and asked the Community Development Director to present the background information. Mrs. James was sworn in by, the Clerk and presented information on this item. She presented an exhibit, PZ1000, which was a copy of the Assessor's eriap of the area under discussion. The Community Development Department issued a notice of public hearing on this application which was held on April 23, 1998, before the Planning and Zoning Commission. At this hearing, the Planning and Zoning Commission members voted unanimously to.` rccom mend approval to the City Council. The applicants seek approval to annex approximately 28 acres into the City of Caldwell as an R -2 Zone. The applicants' narrative noted that tine reason for the annexation was that their expenses were too high for their well water and related equipment to supply water to two houses located on a portion'(5 acres) of the subject annexation area (28 acres). The Loventhals approached the City Engineering Department in February, 1998, to request connection to the City's public water system. The Loventhals own two contiguous parcels; one parcel was 23 acres, which was contiguous to City boundaries; the other parcel was 5 acres but was not contiguous to City boundaries. It was determined that it was in the Book 39 Page 117 best interests of the City to request the Loventhals to annex both parcels in order for City water to be supplied to the 5 acre, noncontiguous parcel. A copy of the Staff Report will be included as part of the record. Mayor Nancolas noted that no one was signed to speak either for or against this request for annexation. The evidence included the Assessor's Map (PZ -1000) and the Staff Report. MOVED by Evans, SECONDED by Earl that the evidence as noted be included in the record. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Evans, Earl, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, Houchins, and Evans. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED After a brief discussion, it was MOVED by Houchins, SECONDED by Langan to close the public testimony portion of the hearing. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Houchins, Evans, Earl, Ozuna, Langan, and Wells. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED Mayor Nancolas stated that the public testimony was closed and at this time, it would be appropriate for Council to establish Findings of Fact based upon testimony given. Councilwoman Earl offered the following Findings of Fact: • That a recommendation has been received from the Planning and Zoning Commission for annexation and zoning; • This property has the ability to connect to City water; • The application was at the request of the owner; • The area in question was contiguous with a R -2 Zone and also contiguous with a C-3 Zone so R -2 designation would be appropriate; • The need for R -2 Zone land within the City for development. MOVED by Houchins, SECONDED by Ozuna that the Findings of Fact as stated by Councilwoman Earl be accepted. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Houchins, Evans, Earl, Ozuna, Langan, and Wells. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED Conclusions of Law were also presented by Councilwoman Earl as follows: • This application was in accordance with the City of Caldwell Zoning Ordinance, No. 1451; • Meets the intent of the Comprehensive Plan and specifically the Residential Category, Policy No. 1 and Utility Policy No. 2; • That Idaho Code, Chapter 65 of the Local Planning Act has been followed and complied with; • The Idaho Code, Title 50, Municipal Corporations, Chapter 2, Section 50 -22 allows the City to do this. MOVED by Langan, SECONDED by Evans to accept the Conclusions of Law as presented by Councilwoman Earl. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Langan, Wells, Houchins, Evans, Earl, and Ozuna. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. Book 39 Page 118 MOTION CARRIED The Mayor noted that it would be appropriate at this time to approve Case No. ANN- 08 -98, a request by Jennifer and Milton Loventhal for annexation of approximately 28 acres into the City of Caldwell as an R -2 zone. MOVED by Earl, SECONDED by Evans to approve Case No. ANN- 08 -98, a request by Jennifer and Milton Loventhal for annexation of approximately 28 acres into the City of Caldwell as an R -2 zone. The Mayor stated that the Order of Decision was now approved and he would ask for a motion to close the Public Hearing. MOVED by Langan, SECONDED by Earl that the Public Hearing be closed. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Langan, Wells, Houchins, Evans, Earl, and Ozuna. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (CONSIDER BILL NO. 14 FOR THE ANNEXATION AS PRESENTED ABOVE) The Mayor read Bill No. 14 by title only as follows: AN ORDINANCE DETERMINING THAT CERTAIN LAND LAYS CONTIGUOUS OR ADJACENT TO THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL, COUNTY OF CANYON, STATE OF IDAHO; AND THAT SAID LANDS BE ANNEXED TO THE CITY OF CALDWELL, IDAHO, AS PART OF THE R -2 (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) ZONING DISTRICT; AND DECLARING SAID LAND BY PROPER LEGAL DESCRIPTION AS DESCRIBED BELOW TO BE A PART OF TIIE CITY OF CALDWELL, CANYON COUNTY, IDAHO; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS, ORDERS OR PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR TO ADD SAID PROPERTY TO THE OFFICIAL MAPS OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL, IDAHO; AND DIRECTING THE CLERK OF THE CI"T"Y OF CALDWELL TO FILE A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE ORDINANCE AND MAP OF THE AREA TO BE ANNEXED WITH CANYON COUNTY, STATE OF IDAHO AND THE IDAHO STATE TAX COMMISSION, PURSUANT TO IDAHO CODE, SECTION 63 -2219. MOVED by Earl, SECONDED by Evans that this be considered the first reading of Bill No. 14. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Eari, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, Houchins, and Evans. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (RESOLUTION DECLARING COUNCIL'S INTENT TO SELL REAL PROPERTY) The City Engineer, Mr. Law, explained to the City Council that a citizen of the City of Caldwell has requested that the City consider declaring a parcel of property which lies south of the City Water Shop across Belmont Sheet as surplus property so that he could bid on and perhaps obtain that property. For consideration of the Council tonight was a Resolution which directs the City Staff to seek an appraisal on this property to determine its value in preparation of an ordinance declaring the property as surplus which would be considered on Jurie Book 39 15' At that time, a Public Hearing will also held on whether this property should be considered surplus. The Mayor commented that the Water Department does not have a problem with declaring this property as surplus. He also noted that if the City does have property not being used, it would be better to have it on the tax rolls. The Resolution was read as follows by the Mayor: BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Caldwell, Idaho, that whereas said City has received a request to purchase property owned by said City, which property is described in Exhibit "A" which is attached hereto and made a part hereof as if set forth in full, and hereby sets forth a date of June 15, 1998, for the hearing of public comments in regard to a declaration of said described property to be surplus property, instructing City staff to obtain an appraisal of said property, and directing City staff to comply in all respects with Chapter 14 of Title 50 of the Idaho State Code in regard to the disposal of real property owned by said City. MOVED by Houchins, SECONDED by Earl that the Resolution as presented by the Mayor be passed instructing City staff to proceed in the disposal of real property owned by the City. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Houchins, Evans, Earl, Ozuna, Langan, and Wells. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (CONSIDER RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A LAND LEASE AGREEMENT WITH JIM MCGARVIN FOR GOLF CART STORAGE AT PURPLE SAGE) The Finance Director, EIJay Waite, presented the background information on this item. He explained that he had been in touch with Mr. McGarvin. During the past eight years, he has built two other facilities of similar structure for golf cart storage. At this time, he was requesting to build a third as there was enough interest from patrons at the Golf Course because the storage was inadequate and more was needed. Mr. McGarvin has requested to be allowed to lease property similar in size of the other facilities and build at his cost a third golf cart storage building. He would recover his cost from rentals that would be entered into by patrons at the golf course. After he recovers his cost, the building would revert to the City. There was a proposed contract written up which was presented to the Members of the Council. It allows for additional contributions on my part as Finance Director to work with Mr. McGarvin and put together his bid and allow us to know what the costs were. The City Council briefly discussed this Agreement after which the Mayor read the Resolution as follows: Page 119 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A LAND LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CALDWELL AND JIM MCGARVIN FOR GOLF CART STORAGE AT PURPLE SAGE GOLF COURSE. BE IT RESOLVED That the Mayor and City Cleric of the City of Caldwell be, and the same hereby are, authorized to execute a Land Lease Agreement, attached hereto and made a part hereof as if set forth in full by and between the City of Caldwell and Jim McGarvin for the purpose of golf cart storage at Purple Sage Golf Course. MOVED by Houchins, SECONDED by Ozuna to approve the Resolution as presented by the Mayor. Book 39 Page 120 Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Houchins, Evans, Earl, Ozuna, Lanigan, and Wells. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PLAN) The Finance Director presented the background information on this item stating that one of the benefits provided to the employees of the City of Caldwell was the flexible reimbursement plan. This affords an opportunity for the employees to set aside pre -tax dollars for medical expenses and child care reimbursement. This was a very useable benefit and one that was enjoyed by a number of employees. It was found that effective December 31, 1997, the carrier, First Health who had been the administrator to the plan, was not able to continue. Therefore, the City had to search out another plan administrator to keep this benefit in place for the employees. This was accomplished and they were now presenting to the City Council the final information and documents that need to be signed so that First Security Bank can be the administrator of this plan. The Mayor read the Resolution as follows: RESOLVED That the City of Caldwell Flexible Benefits Plan (the "Flexible Benefits Plan "), City of Caldwell Medical Reimbursement Plan, and the City of Caldwell Dependent Care Plan, copies of which are directed to be marked for identification and filed with the records of the City, be and the same here are approved and adopted on behalf and for the benefit of the employees of the City, effective as of January 1, 1998; and RESOLVED That the appropriate officers of the City be and the sarne hereby are authorized and directed to execute the City of Caldwell Flexible Benefits Plan, City of Caldwell Medical Reimbursement Plan, and the City of Caldwell Dependent Care Plan on behalf of the City, and to sign such other documents or instruments, and to take all other steps they or any of them may deem necessary, advisable, convenient or proper to accomplish the purpose of the foregoing, and to maintain the status of the Flexible Benefits Plan as a "cafeteria plan" under the provisions of Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended ( "Code "); and RESOLVED, That those individuals whose signatures appear on the attached instrument entitled "Appointment as Member of Administrative Committee" be and the same hereby are appointed to serve as members of the Committee established under the Flexible Benefits Plan to oversee the administration of such plan as well as the administration of the Medical Reimbursement Plan and the Dependent Care Plan and are authorized to take such action they or any of them may deem necessary, advisable, convenient or proper in administering the foregoing plans in accordance with the provisions thereof; and RESOLVED, That First Security Bank, N.A. be named Agent for the City of Caldwell Flexible Benefits Plan, City of Caldwell Medical Reimbursement Plan, and the City of Caldwell Dependent Care Plan; RESOLVED, That the benefits provided through the medical Reimbursement Plan and the Dependent Care Plan, be funded through contributions to the Flexible Benefits Plan in accordance with the provisions thereof and that such plans be and the same hereby are designated as "Constituent Plans" under the Flexible Benefits Plan. MOVED by Langan, SECONDED by Evans that the Resolution be passed as presented by the Mayor. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Langan, Wells, Houchins, Evans, Earl, and Ozuua. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED Book 39 Page 121 (ALLIED VS THE CITY OF CALDWELL) The memo submitted to the City Council from the Finance Director was as follows: The contract with Allied for asbestos removal associated with the Union Block fire called for interest payment on invoices 30 days or more past due. Disputed invoices have been paid as ordered under summary judgment issued in April. Interest on disputed invoices since October 1995 amounts to $7,923.35. Payment under summary judgment included a deduction for contractor markup of 20 %. An amount equal to $1,323.40 was inadequately described and inappropriately deducted from the final payment. Attorneys for both parties agree that payment in the amount of $9,246.75 for interest and refunded contractor markup deductions will resolve this matter. It would be appropriate for Council to present a motion to pay this amount from contingency funds so that the matter could be resolved. MOVED by Houchins, SECONDED by Earl to authorize the Finance Department to pay this $9,246.75 out of contingency funds. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Houchins, Evans, Earl, Ozuna, Langan, and Wells. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (FINANCIAL REPORT) Councilman Langan reported that the Finance Committee has reviewed current accounts payable in the amount of $482,154.84 for the period ended May 14, 1998, and a net payroll of $132,937.22 for the pay period ended May 9, 1998. MOVED by Langan, SECONDED by Evans that accounts payable in the amount of $482,154.84 represented by check numbers 57798 through 58014 and payroll for the amount of $132,937.22 represented by check numbers 61600 through 61712 and direct deposit stub numbers 7948 through 8044 be accepted, payment approved, and vouchers filed in the office of the City Clerk. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Langan, Wells, Houchins, Evans, Earl, and Ozuna. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS) Councilman Langan commented how successful the Cinco de' Mayo celebration was and he would compliment any of those who were involved in the preparation of this event. Mr. Waite informed the Council that Staff has suggested that they would like to use this time to also hear from the Council Members on issues that they would like Staff to address in the future. As they consider their comments, he would ask Council to mention those items so Staff could be informed. Councilwoman Ozuna stated that they will have more money to work with this next year since the Cinco de'Mayo celebration was so successful. Councilwoman Earl reported that the Community Service Board would be meeting on Thursday and have invited the Mayor and Finance Director to attend. They still do not have a chairman and need a quorum to elect a chairman. At their meeting on Thursday, they will be discussing whether they want to continue with this Board. Mrs. Earl also commented briefly regarding the joint use, operation, and ownership of fire protection services. Mayor Nancolas commented that this agreement was brought forward at the request of the City's insurance agent. The agreement was sent to the City Attorney for comments, as well as the insurance agent. Input will be gathered and they will then come forth with a working document which will be presented to the Council. Councilman Evans also commended those who planned the Cinco de'Mayo as it was very well managed. Councilman Wells referred to the new skate board park and questioned as to whether there was a need for a sign indicating that they were skating at their own risk. (MAYOR'S COMMENTS) Mayor Nancolas commented on the following: How well the project behind the Fairgrounds was going and the outstanding cooperation involved; the Street Department was grading and preparing for curb, gutter, and paving at Whittenberger Park, there was some landscaping done by the Chamber of Connnerce Beautification Committee noticeable as you travel over Centennial Way; the Caldwell Clean Up Day was successful; they were pursuing requests for qualifications with regard to needs assessment and /or evaluation of the Police Department situation; he welcomed Mr. Hamilton in his first official attendance at the City Council Meeting as the City Attorney and informed him that his firm's cooperation in dealing with Staff's questions was appreciated; on Wednesday at 9:45 a.m. will be the award of the first annual Mayor's Community Service Scholarship to a Senior at the Caldwell High School; and Mrs. Jackson from the High School has requested that the Mayor's Forum be presented to all the Seniors this next Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (ADJOURN) MOVED by Evans, SECONDED by Earl that since there was no further business, the meeting be adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Evans, Earl, Ozuna, Langan, Wells, and MOTION CARRIED APPROVED AS written THIS 1st DAY OF .Tune , 1998. &,t X- V Mayor C cilpeg;asi o cil ikon Councilperson City Clerk ATTEST: