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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-10-05city council minutesBook 23 Page 269 REGULAR MEETING October 5, 19 €32 7:30 p.m. 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, J. Carter, Mallea, Betts, and Cowles. Absent: L. Carter. (APPROVAL OF MINUTES) It was MOVED by Mallea, SECONDED by J. Carter to dispense with the reading of the minutes from the City Council Regular Meeting of September 21, 1982, and the City Council Regular [Meeting of September 28, 1982, and approve them as written. MOTION" CARRIED (AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION) The mayor inquired as to whether there was anyone from the audience who cared to discuss any item that was not on the prepared Agenda. Mr. Eugene Brunett was recognized and stated that he was the owner of Frankes Laundrymat at the corner of Fourth and Main Street. E3e further said that he was appearing 'before the City Council with regard to the inflation in his water and sewer bills which was making it very difficult for him to even stay in business. Mr. Brunett also stated that it used to be considered to be immoral and illegal to charge over ten percent interest, but now it seemed to be more than that. A year ago, Mr. Brunett said, he paid $134.40 and this was what he based his profit projection on. This year his bill for the same period of time and approximately the same consumption was $516.60. This was over one hundred percent increase which he found very hard to take. Mr. Brunett also pointed out that he had the right and privilege to increase his prices to cover the added expense. He realized that the rates had to be raised as the City was running below what it should have been. At the same time, -he felt that both he and the other laundrymat owners in town were bearing an unfair share of the expense. In raising his rates sufficiently, he would have to be charging more to the retired and social security people that come to his place of business as well as farm laborers which was the bulk of his trade. The Mayor and City Council discussed this issue with Mr. Brunett at some length. The Nlayor assured him that he would look into the problem and check out the billing with the Water Department to be sure there was no mistakes. (RESOLUTION NO. 48 -82 - CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH FIREFIGHTERS) The mayor called on Councilman Betts to present this Resolution. Councilman Betts then read Resolution No. 48 -22 in full as follows: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CALDWELL AND THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIREFIGHTERS. Book 23 Page 270 BE IT RESOLVED That the Mayor and City Clerk of - the City of Caldwell be, and the same hereby are, authorized to execute that certain contract agreement attached hereto and made a. part hereof as if set forth in full by and between the City of Caldwell and the International Association of Firefighters. Councilman Betts stated that he would like to point out the differences between the proposed Contract and last year's contract. The Firefighters Union and. the Negotiating team have agreed on a ricre` y as`e''of t'wo' per'ce'nt, c nuatson'of their one - half percent per year longevity, $25.00 increase in clothing allowance, and the addition of one man to the Department. Councilman Raymond stated that he would like to know about the insurance costs. Councilman Betts answered that they were covered just the same as - the other City employees. Councilman Raymond further commented that this was an increased benefit because of the increased cost to the City. Councilman Betts assured him that there was deliberation on this also. Councilman Cowles also inquired as to whether it was necessary for them to show a receipt for their clothing or was it just given to them. Councilman Betts stated that they were given a check twice a year with no receipts required. Councilman Raymond further stated that he had one major concern with the negotiations. He was of the opinion that the number of personnel. employed by a Department is not an employee negotiable item. This was a decision of management and he was concerned with including this type of item in negotiations. I-Ie would vote against the contract ratification for this reason. Councilman Raymond said that he would hope that in the future this would not be a negotiable item. Councilwoman Mallea was recognized and said that she felt that the number of personnel was g Y.., s body � ed ° it in th ° ' a'nd she 7'`ad not really onsi er "- or contemplation. is11 ht beio "r'e. The negotiation team has worked long and hard and she would like to support their effort. The Mayor also stated that he had not thought of it in this manner either, but felt it should be taken under consideration next year. tie would write a letter to the Department explaining this concern. The Mayor also complimented the Committee and the Fire Department for the negotiations. MOVED by Betts, SECONI7F by J. Carter that Resolution No. 48 - be passed authorizing the execution of the Firefighters Contract. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Betts, Cowles, J. Carter, and Mallea. Those voting no: Raymond. Absent and not voting: L. Carter. MOTION CARRIED NEW BUSINESS (LETTER WITH REGARD TO WITHERS) The Mayor explained that this item was discussed at noon and Council determined that final action was taken and - there was no reason to open it up again. He would write to Mrs. Withers and exlain that no further action could be taken. (PRESENTATION BY ROGER HORTON REGARDING LANDSCAPING ON INTERSTATE) Roger Horton was recognized and discussed at some length the proposed landscaping on the Interstate. I emphasized the Chamber of Commerce support of the landscaping and their desire to perhaps receive some support from the community in the way of a service fee Book 23 Page 271 to maintain additional landscaping on the Interstate. lie wanted the City Council to be aware of their plan to go to the citizens by way of a survey to see if there was this support. Mr. Horton also pointed out an area in approximately the middle of J.C. Park where there was nothing in particular developed. They would like to propose and send a grant application to the Idaho Travel Committee, which has the responsibility for spending all the two percent motel room tax funds, and ask for a reasonably small grant to install a static Tourist Information Center at that location. Mr. Horton further said that he did not have a design to present at this time and he had not talked to the J.C.'s yet to get their approval. He was before the City Council at this meeting for approval of the concept, subject to all the details. It was a situation where it would have to be maintained with regard to lawns and etc. If the City would not allow them to come up with a design and approve some kind of agreement to have the City continue taking care of the grass and put up with the increased traffic that would probably occur, they would drop the project now and not attempt to get the grant. It would be helpful to have an answer within the next seven to ten days. Councilman Raymond stated that he would not have any quarrel with going with this concept without the drawing. He did feel that it should go to the Parks and Recreation Department and to the J.C's. Mr. Horton agreed with this and apologized for coming to the City Council without a design and input from the J.C. °s, but the grants were due on the 15th of this month and he did not believe the City Council had another formal meeting before that time. It was then MOVED by Mallea, SECONDED by J. Carter to approve applying for the Grant as presented by Mr. Horton subject to consideration by the J.C.'s and final approval by the City Council. (PARTIAL PAYMENT TO TONY RUSSELL) MOTION CARRIED The Mayor stated that the next item on the Agenda was with regard to a partial payment to Tony Russell. He then called on the City Engineer, Ron Redmond, to present this item. Mr. Redmond informed the City Council that this was for approval of partial payment Number 10. Again, the project was winding down as the pavement was finished on East Cleveland and the only thing left was the striping and a few other odds and ends that had to be done. This payment was for the work done in the month of September and was in the amount of $26,172.59. The payment was reviewed by Alpha Engineers and all seemed to be in order. It was Mr. Redmond's recommendation that approval be given for this payment. MOVED by Raymond, SECONDED by Mallea that approval be given for partial payment number 10 to Tony Russell in the amount of $26,172.59. MOTION CARRIED (REOUE'ST FOR RELEASE OF RETAINAGE ) The Mayor stated that this item was in conjunction with the Previous item on the Agenda. This `,, a request for release of retainacge on the same project from the City Engineer. He requested that the Finance Committee meet with him to determine the action prior to the next City Council Meeting. Mr. Redmond informed the City Council that he had discussed this with Mr. Morrison, the City Attorney. The Mayor further stated that the Committee established would consist of Councilwoman Mallea and Councilman J. Carter. Pool; 23 Page 272 (RESOLUTION NO. 49--82 - OUITCLAIM DEED ON RANK TRADE PROPPRTY) The Mayor read Resolution No. 49 -82 in full as follo� RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A QUITCLAIM DEED P.,ETWT -.,EN THE CITY OF CALDWELL AND THE IDAHO FIRST NATIONAL BAN BE IT RESOLVED That the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Caldwell be, and the same hereby are, authorized to execute that certain Quitclaim Deed attached hereto and made a part hereof between the City of Caldwell and the Idaho I=irst „ Nationals Bank. Mr. Redmond explained that his Department prepared the Deed and this was a special request made by Bill Manning. It wa's a Quitclaim Deed that describes a portion of the alley that was vacated and continues the chain of passage. A vacation leaves a break in the chain and by filing the quitclaim Deed it continues the chain of ownership. Mr. Redmond also suggested that the City request an easement for utilities. MOVED by Raymond, SECONDED by Mallea that Resolution No. 49 -42 be passed subject to conditions as discussed. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Raymond, J. Carter, Mallea, Betts, and Cowles. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: L. Carter. MOTION CARRIED (CATERING PERMITS) The City Clerk presented two Catering Permits for approval. Both were requested by the Eagles for dances; one on October 9th and the other October 30, 1932. The Corral was to cater both affairs, the Chief. of Police submitted his approval, and the fee was paid to the Office of the City Clerk. MOVED by Mallea, SECONDED by J. Carter that approval.''be given for both of the Catering Permits as presented. MOTION CARRIED (COMMITTEE REPORTS) Councilwoman Mallea stated that she would like to compliment the Street Department on the work done on Montana Avenue. The Library Board met and. were stall looking for a Children .Librarian. Councilwoman Mallea also reported that there would be a Crime Stopper's Meeting the next morning. Councilman Cowles reported that both he and Councilman setts attended the Parks and Recreation Meeting the night before. The tennis courts scheduled -to go in at Luby Park have been delayed as the Street Department was too busy at this time. There was a safety inspection of - the Parks and Recreation facilities and minor changes were made. There was some new programs being started by the Department, most of which were being paid for by themselves. Councilman Betts stated that he would add that Mr. Holly has scheduled for October 39th a Ilolloween carnival at the Armory. There would be a number of games and has volunteers scheduled to work there. The Department did question as to if it would be - possible for the Mayor to declare what day would be set for trick or treating as Holloween would fall on a Sunday this year. The Mayor stated that perhaps: he •could do this by'' Proclamation and would consult with some of the Churches. Hook 23 Page 273 Councilman Betts also commented that there was a Committee established some time ago to research condemned buildings in town and what should be done about them. He wondered if anything had been done and if the Committee had made any conclusions. Councilman Raymond stated that he was Chairman of that Committee and was planning to work it in the near future. Councilman Raymond repor`eea he had no reports, but would like to request an Executive Session at the conclusion of the Regular Meeting. (MAYOR'S COMMENTS) The Mayor reported that the water deposit program was established by the Finance Committee. The Mayor stated that he would look into whether this would have to be established by policy or Resolution. The Mayor also commented that there has been some discussion among the City Council members that there may be too many City Council meetings scheduled. He would ask the: Council members to give this some thought and they would discuss it again. The Mayor then presented a letter with regard to a claim as follows: on September 2, 1982, on 5th Street between Albany and Belmont, I hit a hole with my car doing $170.00 worth of damage. It ruined two tires and bent both rims. It was approximately 6:50 a.m. and dark. There was not any warning that a hole existed. After I hit it, a road crew came and posted a sign saying "bump". I feel you are responsible for the damage to my car because there was nothing to indicate a road hazard. In talking with my insurance agent, he indicated to me that you have insurance to cover this damage. I would appreciate hearing from you regarding this matter. /sj Diane Gross The mayor further said that this was unknown and marked as soon as it was reported. The road was broken by some underground water leaking and after pulling the asphalt off, it was found that there was quite a large hole. Councilman Cowles informed the Mayor that he would be happy to take the claim and. make a report. The Mayor reported that he had reinstated the G.O.R.E. Program, but needed volunteers to feed the boxes. (EXECUTIVE SESSION CALLED) It was MOVED by Raymond, SECONDED by Cowles that pursuant to Idaho Code, Section 67 -2343, the City Council convene into an Executive Session for the purpose of discussing personnel. .Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Raymond, J. Carter, Mallea, Betts, and Cowles. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: L. Carter. MOTION CARRIED After lengthy discussion and there being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11:00 p.m. APPROVED AS written THIS 19th DAY OF October 1982. � �� Book 23 Counr"JLIMa"I Councilman Councilman ATTEST: C ty �Cl-