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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-09-09city council minutesBook 26 REGULAR MEETING September 9, 1985 12:00 Noon The Meeting was called to order by Mayor McCluskey Page 179 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: Mallea, Marcus, Cowles, Raymond, Norman, and Carter. 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. As there was no one, the Mayor declared that the meeting would continue as outlined. OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS (BILL NO. 23 - ORDINANCE OF INTENT TO SELL PROPERTY AT 109 PAYNTER) The Mayor read the following Bill. No. 23 by title only as follows: AN ORDINANCE GIVING NOTICE TO ALL CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF CALDWELL, CANYON COUNTY, IDAHO, THAT THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COUNCIL INTEND TO SELL THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF CALDWELL, CANYON COUNTY, IDAHO; AND WHICH SAID PROPERTY IS SITUATED IN CANYON COUNTY, IDAHO; THAT SAID SALE IS MADE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF TITLE 50, CHAPTER 14, IDAHO CODE; THAT SAID SALE OF SAID PROPERTY SHALL BE AT A PUBLIC AUCTION AND SHALL BE SOLD TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER AND THAT NO BID SHALL BE ACCEPTED FOR LESS THAN THE APPRAISED VALUE; SAID PROPERTY BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO -WIT: Lot 18, Block 121, STRAHORN ADDITION NO. 1, Caldwell, Canyon County, Idaho, according to the REVISED MAP OF CALDWELL, IDAHO, filed July 29, 1961, in Book 1 of Plats at page 20, in the office of the Recorder of Canyon County, Idaho; excepting therefrom the Westerly 10 feet for right of way of Paynter Avenue, Councilwoman Mallea said that as she remembered the discussion previously, there was three possibilities for that property. One was to sell the house off, one was to take the right of way and sell the back part of the land, and the other was to sell it and use the property whatever we could. Was this correct? The City Engineer, Ron Redmond, stated that this was correct. As he understood the City Council when this was discussed, it was their intent to sell the house and property as a living unit. Therefore, that was the way he was proceeding. The appraised price prior to the City taking the right of way was about $22,300. When it was appraised the first time, the appraised value was about $19,000. When the City appraised just the ten foot strip by itself and taking into consideration damages, it was approximately $5,500. If you took these two in consideration, the appraised value would be in the neighborhood of the $22,000 minus the $5,000 to $6,000 so it would be approximately $16,000. The City Council can now establish the appraised price based on the two appraisals before the property was advertised for sale. Councilwoman Marcus asked if this would give enough land around the house so it would be in compliance. Mr. Redmond answered that it was a substandard lot. After taking away the right of Book 26 Page180 way, there was about 3,400 square feet left. Under a Grandfather's Clause, there would be no problems, but if they tear down the building and 'try to rebuild, there would be a problem. Mr. Redmond stated that one of the reasons it was thought best to sell the house and property separately was because of the substandard size of the lot. This would help the neighborhood because there was a house on a very small lot. If the City sold it as a non - buildable lot, it would almost have to go to an adjacent property owner. Parking in that area was also a problem. The City Engineer further said that the Bill does not establish the method of sale. This determination can be made later on. The Bill was just to declare that the City had surplus property for sale and plans to dispose of it. It was then MOVED by Mallea, SECONDED by Cowles to suspend the rule requiring that a Bill be read at three separate times and that the Bill be read by title only for the one reading. Councilman Raymond pointed out that he did not want the Council to treat themselves any differently than they would a resident o:E Caldwell. He would hope that the property would bring its.best value no matter how it is disposed of. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Mallea, Marcus, Cowles, Raymond, Norman, and Carter, Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED MOVED by Mallea, SECONDED by Cowles that Bill No. 23 be passed and entitled Ordinance No. 1708. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Mallea, Marcus, Cowles, Raymond, Norman, and Carter. Those voting no: axone. Absent and not voting: none. �- MOTION CARRIED (AWARD BID FOR PIPE - STREET DEPARTMENT) The Mayor informed 'the City Council that the City Engineer requested that this item be delayed. (APPOINTMENTS TO THE STADIUM BOARD) The Mayor explained that it was necessary to appoint two members to the Stadium Board, It was the Mayor's recommendation that Glen Koch he appointed as a voting member of the Stadium Board and that Rolly Lincoln be appointed as a non - voting member of - the Stadium Board. Mr. Lincoln was Chairman of the Fair Board. MOVED by Cowles, SECONDED by Norman to accept the recommendation of the Mayor and appoint Glen Koch as a voting member of the Stadium Board and Rolly Lincoln as a non - voting member of the Stadium Board. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Cowles, Raymond, Norman, Carter, Mallea, and Marcus. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED (COMMITTEE REPORTS) Councilwoman Mallea reported that she attended the Library Board meeting with Councilwoman Marcus, but would ask that she give that report. Book 26 Page 181 Councilman Carter stated that he would like to request a short Executive Session immediately following this Regular City Council Meeting for the purpose of discussing personnel. The Mayor stated that he would ask for a motion from the City Council with regard to the Executive Session. It was then MOVED by Carter, SECONDED by Norman that the City Council convene into an Executive Session pursuant to the Idaho State Code, Section 67 -2343 for the purpose of discussing personnel. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Carter, Mallea, Marcus, Cowles, Raymond, and Norman. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED Councilman Norman reported that he attended the Stadium Board Meeting last week. There was some discussion with regard to the operation of the Complex. It was suggested and agreed to make a study of the O'Connor Fieldhouse with regard to the engineering prospects of putting in changes such as the sound system, seating, and the floor. Councilman Raymond reported on the 9 -1 -1 System. The system was operational at this time, but there was some concerns among the Ad Hoc Committee members. This Committee was appointed to serve as an advisory body to the Commissioners to help 9 -1 -1 be effective to the community. Their meetings have not borne much fruit other than to leave in frustration and the decision to meet at another time. Sheriff Anderson was unable to attend the last meeting. Councilman Raymond further said that he had intended to report to the Council at this time with regard to the Sheriff's comments. As he did not attend the meeting, Councilman Raymond stated that he called the Sheriff this morning and spent quite a long time discussing the System. Another meeting was planned for this coming Thursday. The Sheriff maintained that the System was operational, but some of the Committee did not agree as there had been some problems with regard to calls getting through to the right agency. These problems cannot be solved until the Sheriff is in attendance. The Commissioners have agreed to everything that the Council requested in the Agreement and have been most cooperative. The Sheriff would not accept the Agreement that the Committee drafted based on what the Council had discussed as a body. He made a counter proposal which would have included some reimbursement by the City and calling for central dispatch. As the Council was aware, the City of Caldwell was not prepared to go to central dispatch at this time. There was not: yet a representative from law enforcement appointed to the Committee. Councilman Raymond further said that he just wanted the Council to be aware that the 9 -1 -1 was operational, but that there was some problems to be worked out. He hoped to have a better report after the meeting on Thursday. Councilwoman Marcus stated that she attended the Library Board Meeting with Councilwoman Mallea. They seemed to be in good shape financially. It will be another month and a half before their new terminal arrives. It was thought that they would agree to spend an extra $255 because it will allow them a colored monitor instead of the black and white. The Librarian reported that the P.N.L.A. meeting was well worth attending. The Library learned that the Boise Library will continue to be open on Sundays so it will not interfere with Caldwell's hours. They have been receiving bids on the glass for broken windows. It will take some time as they have to get tempered glass. work was progressing on a possible grant to repair the doors. Quite a few applications have been received for Reference Librarian and there was three in particular that the Librarian wanted to study further. Book 26 (MAYOR'S COMMENTS) Page 182 The Mayor reported that the Welcome Back for the College of Idaho students on Saturday sponsored by Project 101 was very successful. There was about 500 students in attendance. There being no further business, the Regular Meeting was adjourned at 12:30 p.m. and the City Council convened into an Executive Session as requested which was adjourned at 1:00 p.m. APPROVED AS written THIS 16th DAY OF September , 1985. /7), �" i --7,." s mayor " / Counci 1per`son 1 C` r C Co i i ,� = a# r%✓ y Councilperson Count person ATTEST: City C k