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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-07-12council minutesBook 24 Page 167 REGULAR MEETING July 12, 1983 12;00 Noon The Meeting was called to order by Mayor McCluskey_ 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, Betts, and Cowles. Absent: none. (AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION) The Mayor asked if there was anyone from 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 outlined. OLD BUSINESS (THIRD READING OF BILL NO. 11 - YARD SALES) I The Mayor stated that -this was the time set for the third reading of Bill No. 11 on Yard Sales, but. he was not certain if the City Council wanted to proceed with that reading at this time. The City Council then discussed at some length this proposed Bill. it was pointed cat that Councilman Betts suggested at the last meeting that the Bill be amended to state that there could be no more than four sale permits a year instead of the two as stated now. The Council agreed that a number of the citizens calling in complained about this number, but otherwise they were receiving more calls that were for - the control of the yard sales than against. The Mayor stated. that he would like to delay action on this Bill until the next City Council Meeting so that the amendment could be made. MOVED by Betts, SECONDED by Raymond that Bill No. 11 be amended to state that no more than four sale permits may be issued - to an individual in a calendar year. MOTION CARRIED (SECOND READING OF BILL NO. 9 -- SEWER ORDINANCE) The Mayor read the title of Bill No. 9 as follows: AN ORDINANCE REPEALING SECTIONS 3 -3 -20 THROUGH 3 -3 -32 OF TITLE III, CHAPTER. 3, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL, IDAHO, STATE OF IDAHO, RELATING TO WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 3B OF TITLE III PROVIDING FOR SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM; DEFINING AVAILABLE SANITARY SEWER SERVICES; EXPLAINING HOW TO REQUET SANITARY SEWER SERVICES AND CONNECTIONS; ESTABLISHING RULES AND REGULATIONS; ESTABLISHING POWERS AND AUTHORITY OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR FIXING CHARGES, USER RATES, OR FEES FOR SERVICES AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR COLLECTION; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF RULES AND REGULATIONS; PROVIDING THAT SEWER USER NOT SUPPLIED BY THE CITY OF CALDWELL WATER DEPARTMENT SHALL INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A WATER METER CAPABLE OF MEASURING THE TOTAL GALLONS OR CUBIC FEET OF WATER BEING USED AND FOR WAIVER OF SUCH REQUIREMENT IN CERTAIN INSTANCES; PROVIDING FOR THE DISCONTINUANCE OF DOMESTIC WATER SERVICE FOR THE NONPAY14ENT OF SEWER CHARGES; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH. The Mayor then requested that the City Engineer report with regard to the questions presented and any action he might desire at this time. Book 24 Page 168 Mr. Redmond explained that a couple of weeks ago the City requested that written questions be submitted with respect to the Southeast Interceptor area. There was three or four people who presented questions plus some questions that were indicated during the Regular City Council Meeting. He attempted to consolidate the questions into ten questions that he hoped would answer other questions asked in different ways. Responses were drafted to the questions and they were passed out to the members of the City Council. There was some philosophy included that should be reviewed by the City Council as they were involved in the answers to the questions as, well. If they would care to review the answers and make recommendations for modifications, if any, the answers could be sent out to those asking the questions. The Mayor agreed that the Council should review and he would ask the Council members to give the City Engineer a phone call no later than Thursday in concurrence or suggesting anything that they felt should be changed. When Mr. Redmond felt confortable with the Council's acceptance of these questions and answers, he could release the answers prior to the next City Council Meeting. Mr. Bill Gilbert was recognized and suggested that upon receipt of those questions, they should be given adequate time to review them and would suggest equal time, which should be only fair, before any action was taken. The Mayor stated that based upon the fact that this program has been in effect for about five years, he would say that five days over the weekend was an adequate period of time. He could see no sense in dragging it out. NEW BUSINESS (BEER LICENSE REQUEST - N.C.O. CLUB) The Mayor read the following memo written by the Police Chief to the Mayor and City Council: Harvey Payment has applied for a license to sell beer at a establishment he intends to call the I.C.O. Club, formerly 5th Street Billiards at 424 Elgin, Caldwell. Mr. Payment has taken over the establishment from Sharon Dill and has gained necessary licenses from the State of Idaho and the County of Canyon. He has no criminal record which would preclude the issuance of this license. The existence of this establishment has not engendered an inordinate amount of police problems. MOVED by Raymond, SECONDED by L. Carter that approval be given for this Beer License as requested. MOTION CARRIED (SEWER LINE AT STADIUM FOR FAIR BUILDING) The Mayor requested that the City Engineer explain this item on the Agenda. Mr. Redmond stated that the County approached the City with regard to connecting into the sewer as they were putting in new restrooms at the County Building. They wanted the City to assist them in paying for a portion of this. His Department intended to tap into one of the manholes on the new interceptor and extend a line up 21st about midway between the County Building and the horse barn. They would then run a. private line down. The County would pick up the tab for the spur extension and would like the City to cover the cost of tapping in and modifying the manhole that the City would be tapping into. There would be benefits to Book 24 Page 169 both parties in this situation. Mr. Redmond further said that they were getting bids for this work, but would like to have concurrence from the City Council that the City will participate. There was some discussion among the City Council members as to how this work would be paid for if approved. It was then MOVED by Raymond, SECONDED by Betts that the City Engineer be authorized to proceed to install the sewer line in cooperation with the County. MOTION CARRIED (FIREMEN °S RETIREMENT COST MEETING) The Mayor announced that -there would be a meeting on July 20th at 1.0:00 a.m. at the A.I.C. Conference room in Boise with regard to_,_._" Firemen's retirement costs. Both lie and Mrs. Talley were planning to go as well as Cleo Murphy. The Mayor stated that he would like to have any members of the City Council who cared to attend as well. (DEEDS AND EASEMENTS) Mr. Redmond presented one easement which was for the alley at the Idaho First National Bank Building. The original description developed by the Bank had an error in it; an east when it should have been a west. He also presented a Deed for a half width right of way for 16th Street in the area by the Dome Church. These people came in a requested a variance through Planning and upon research, it was found that the road right of way in that area was somewhat clouded. Therefore, the City requested that they give the City a Warranty .Deed with regard to the road right of way. The Deed was from Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Post. MOVED by Betts, SECONDED by Cowles that 'the Easement and Deed be accepted and the City Clerk instructed to have them recorded. (CATERING PERMITS) MOTION CARRIED The City Clerk presented three Catering Permits for approval. All were for the Corral to cater at the Eagles Hall for various events; July 30th, July 23rd, and July 16th. The Chief of Police has given his approval and the fee was paid to the Office of the City Clerk. MOVED by L. Carter, SECONDED Bettis that approval be given for the Catering Permits as presented. MOTION CARRIED (COMMITTEE REPORTS) Councilwoman Mallea informed the City Council that there would be a meeting with the Recreation Department on Monday at 9:00 a.m. All Council members were invited to this meeting. Councilwoman Mallea also MOVED and it was SECONDED by Betts that the City Council convene into an Executive Session following the Regular Meeting pursuant to the Idaho State Code, Section 67 -2343, for the purpose of discussing employee salaries. Roll call vote. Those voting ;yes: Mallea, Betts, Cowles, Raymond, L. Carter, and J. Cartier. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED Book 24 Page 170 Councilman Cowles reported that the Historical Commission Meeting was held on Thursday and they were making plans for the Centennial Parade. Councilman Raymond stated that he understood that the trolley for the downtown area was due in on the 27th of this month. The B.I.D. Committee has been working and were now identifying ownerships and have a very workable plan. The Mayor also said that the alley art was being started this week. Some discussion then followed with the Chief of Police as regards the trolley and the stops it will be making throughout the town. It was determined that the Chief of Police and the City Engineer would give this problem some study. (REQUEST FOR BEER AND WINE LICENSE - ROUND TABLE PIZZA) The Mayor read the following memo from the Chief of Police: State Beer and Wine License #02618 and County Beer and Wine License #1930 are on file and the applicant has no criminal record which would preclude issuance of Beer and Wine Licenses by the City of Caldwell. Essentially Round Table Pizza is taking over the Grizzly Bear operation here in Caldwell. I have spoken with Mr. Cantrell °s agent, Mr. Robert Reeves, who assures me that every effort will be made to operate a clean, safe pizza parlor. MOVED by Mallea, SECONDED by Cowles that approval be given for the wine and beer license as requested by Spud, Inc., dba Round Table Pizza at 4816 Cleveland; operator Donald J. Cantrell. MOTION CARRIED There being no further business, the Mayor declared the Regular Meeting adjourned and after a five minute recess, the City Council convenved into an Executive Session. After discussion, that meeting was adjourned at 1:15 p.m. APPROVED AS writte _rS 19th DAY OF July 1983. C1GyVE Couneilperson ATTEST: Councilperson Councilperson /uE - City C1e'rk—