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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-12-16city council minutesBook 26 Page 230 December 16, 1985 7:30 p.n. The r ^eeting 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: 'Mallea, Cowles, Raymond, Norman, and Carter, Absent: Marcus. (1 OF MINUTES) MOVED by Cowles, SECONDEI. by !^ a! lea to dispense with the reading of the minutes of tike Regular City Council meating of December 9, 1985, and approve them as written. MOTION CARRIED (AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION) The mayor stated that at this time he would recognize Ron Pollock, who requested to address the City Council at this time. Councilwoman Mallea informed Pr. Pollock that at the last Council Meeting, which she did not attend, there was some discussion regarding the fee structure he presented to the Council concerning preparation of the bids for the computer. The Council had talked originally about reviewing the bias and now were discussing the possibility of using his talents for preparing the specifications for the bidding. Since the City Council did not approve this possibility at that meeting, Nr. Pollock was now asking for some clarification. The City Clerk noted the arrival of Councilwoman Marcus to the Council Chaimbers. Mr. Pollock addressed the Council and explained his fee schedule and the memo sent to the members of the Council. After some discussion, it was MOVED by Mallea, SECONDED by Marcus that the City Council approve the agreement 5" on. Pollock's services as outlined in his memo to their. `'LOTION CARRIED OLD BUSINESS (ACCEPT TI, : BID ON BUILDING 7.T THE PARK) The Mayor read the following memo from Tom "heeler to the Mayor and City Council: Six bids were received for furnishing equipment, materials and labor rewired to construct a shop building for the Parks Department. An abstract of the bids is attached. It is recommended that the bid be awarded to the low bidder, Frank Construction of Hopedale, in the amount of X16,945.00. Mr. Redmond, t7e City Engineer, informed the City Council that it was a straight forward bid. The building was to be metal with a wood frame and Mr. wheeler was satisfied with the low bid. MOVED by Mallea, SECONDED by Norman to accept the low bid of Prank Construction of E,omedale in the amount of 516,945.00. MOTION CARRIED Book 26 Page 231 NEW RUSIN) SS (SET THE INTEREST IRATE FOR L.I.D. 85 -1) The Mayor stated that the next item on the Agenda was to set the interest rate. for Local Improvement District 85 -1. Mrs. Talley was requested to report with regard to the going interest rate at this titre. Councilwoman Mallea said that Mrs. Talley was advised by a reputable person that deals with bonds on a regular basis that the interest rate of E9% was appropriate at this time. This was for ten years. After discussion, it was MOVED by Mallea, SECONDED by Raymond that the interest rate for L.I.D. 85 -1 be set at &9%. MOTION' CARRIED (PUBLIC HEARING ON ASSESSMENT ROLL FOP, L.I.D. 65 - The next order of business was to hold a public hearing on the Assessment Poll. for Local Improvement. District 85 -1. The Mayor then declared the fQeting open for the Public Hearing and asked if there was anyone from the audience who cared to address this issue. As there was no one, the Mayor declared the Public Hearing closed and asked if there was any discussion from the City Council. Being no discussion, the Mayor stated that he would continue with the meeting as outliner,]. (BILL NO. 30 - ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 85 - The Mayor read Sill No. 30 by title only as follows: AN ORDINANCE MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS IN CONNECTION WITIT LOCAL IMPROVEMEN`.0 DISTRICTP NO. 85 -1 FOR THE CI`l'Y OF CALDWELL, IDAHO, INCLUDING THE NAMING OF SAID DISTRICT, THE CREATION Or SAID DISTRICT, THE HEARING OF PROTESTS AND THE FINDINGS MADE THEREAFTER IN CONrNECTION THEREWITH; PROVIDING THE !MEANS OF DETERMINING THE VALUE OP' REAL PROPERTY IN SAID DISTRICT; SETTING OUT THE IMPROVEMENTS MADE, THE PROPERTY AFFECTED, AND THE P,ENEPITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE PROPERTY ASSESSED WITHIN SAID LOCAL; IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR SAID DISTRICT LEVYING THE ASSESSMENT CONTAIb1ED THEREIN, PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT AND NOTICE OF SAID ASSESSMENTS, AND PRROVIDING FOP THE FINALITY OF 'PITT? DETERMINATION OF THE REGULARITY, VALIDITY, AND CORRECTNESS OF SAID ASSESSMENT ROLL; RATIFYING THE PROCEEDINGS TAKEN IN CON IECTION T -� THIS CREATION, PREPARATION AND ADOPTION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL, THIS LMAPING IIEL.D THEREON AND THE NOTICE OF SAID HEARING AS TO SAID LOCAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT; PROVIDING SEPARABILITY, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mr. Redmond, the City Engineer, pointed out to the City Council. that there was two changes made since the Council received copies of the Ordinance. The first was on Page 7 and was only to add a period for clarification. The second was to eliminate one sentence on Page 28 to be replaced by one reading, "In addition to any other methods of collection ;provided 0 Idaho State Code, Title 50, the City Council may certify delinquent installments to the tax collector, and when so certified they shall be extended on the tax rolls and collected as are property taxes ". The Mayor informed the City Council that he would like to have a motion to suspend the rule and pass this Bill as he could see no reason for a delay. Councilman Raymond pointed out that he could see no emergency involved and would request that t.lne Pill be read at three different readings. Mr. Redmond stated that there was problems in that the time frame for payments was established in the Pill. The effective date of the BiLI was established within the context Book 26 Page 232 as December 31, 1985. Once it becomes effective, the people have a thirty day time frame for payment and then it goes into installment payments. The m, , ayor said that the people involved in the I.I.D. were well aware of the costs and terms of the District. He could see no problem in passing the Bill at this time. Thera was also an interest cost that should be given some consideration as the City would have to continue to assume this. Mr. Redmond further explained that all of the people on the Assessment Roll have been notified and given an opportunity to express their objections. The project was now co and all the costs have been distributed to those involved. All the legal requirements have been followed. M OVED OVED by Norman, SECONDED by Cowles to dispense with the rules requiring that a Dill be read at three separate times and that Bill No. 30 be read by title only for the one reading. ?oil call vote. Those voting yes: Norman, Mallea, Marcus, Cowles-, and Raymond. Those voting no: Carter. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED MOVED by Norman, SECONDED by Cowles that Bill No. 30 be passed and entitled Ordinance No. 1715. Roll call vote. Those voting yes: Norman, Carter, Mallea, Marcus, Cowles, and Raymond. Those voting no: none. Absent and not voting: none. MOTION CARRIED Councilman Raymond re(luested that a directive he formed that in the future that time be allowed for three readings of an Ordinance or at least a viable option be given to the City Council. (APPOINTIMENTS TO THE COi-1 U DEVELOPMFNT COMM'ISSIONI) The Mayor informed the City Council that he was attempting to get the Community Development Commission established. if the City wants to continue to have Quality of Life projects such as parades, and etc., the Commission should be continued. His recommendations for memhbersllhip on this Commission were: Louisa Cone, Mike Gable, Maureen Cegnar, Ron Redmond, Patti Kelp n, Pete Cowles, Pat Mallea, and Bill Cigray. Non voting members to W Ken Batt, Durand Marcus, chuck Houchins, Nevin Holly, and A! Mccluskey. MOVED by Raymond, SECONDED by Norman to accept the recommendations from the mayor to appoint those designated as members of the Comm unity Development Commission. MOTION' CA',RR17D (LICENSE] RENEWALS) The Mayor presented the following beer, wine, and liquor licenses for approval oy the City Council: Scott's Ice and Cold Storage Inc., Caldwell Bowl, Asia Restaurant, Safeway Store, 7-Eleven Stores, Circle K Food Stores, Victor's, Time Out Club, and. Keystone Pizza. MOVED by Cowles, SECONDED by - , ,, ,allea to approve the renewal licenses for those establishments as presented by the Mayor. MOTION' CARRIED Book 26 (NEW WINE LICENSES) Page 233 The Mayor presented two requests for new wine licenses at The Odder Place and Majors Tavern. The Police Chief had written two memos to the City Clerk stating that the Police Department completed a records check on George Nour_se and Kenneth Major and found no reason they should not be issued the wine license. The fee was also paid to the Office of the City Clerk. MOVED by Raymond, SECONDED by Cowles that both wine licenses as requested be granted. POTION CARRIED (FINANCIAL STATEMENT) Councilman Norman that there was Accounts Payable in the amount of 0232 112.11; payroll for November in the amount of $161,144.90 with fringe benefits of $53,885.31 making a total of $454,143.32. MOVED by Norman, SECONDED by Carter_ that the bills be submitted to the Clerk's Office, checks be drawn for payment, and the Requests for Payment be filed in the Office of the City Clerk. MOTION CARRIED (COMMITTEE REPORTS) Councilwoman Mal-lea reported that a work session was held at noon to discuss insurance with Mr. Wolfe. The insurance carrier was to proceed in getting more adequate coverage for the City which has not been available before this time. She also reminded the Council members of the Birthday Party for the Mayor the next evening. Councilman Carter stated that the Senior Citizens held their annual election meeting that morning. They recommended three names to be suariitted for the Board, but would be held until a later date. The Seniors asked him to announce that the Volunteer's dinner was the next Monday at 12:30 p.m. The Mayor and the Council, members along with their spouses are invited to attend. Councilman Carter further reported on the Airport Commission Meeting held on Monday. There was a discussion regarding the Master Man Study. The Engineering Firm was instructed to make changes as stipulated and come 'hack with the final draft. Councilman Norman stated that the Council should give some consideration to offers made on the old City Hall building. The Mayor said that he was planning to call an Executive Session and it could be discussed at that time. Councilman Raymond asked the Mayor if there was recommendations from the Recreation Commission for new members. The ,Mayor stated that there was not, but it could be forthcoming. (MAYOR'S COMMENTS) The Mayor informed the City Council that he would like to recommend the appointment of Rob Burrell to the Golf Board. Les Summers has requested to not be appointed to another term due to health reasons. MOVED by Norman, SECONDED by Mallea -that the Council approve the recommendation of the Mayor to appoint Bob Burrell to the Golf Board. MOTION CARRIED Book 26 Page 234 The Mayor informed the Council that there was an aware-] party with the employees at 4 :00 p.m. on Friday'. All City Council members were invited to attend. The SupeKvlsor of the Year and Employee of the Year awards will be presentee at that time. The Mayor then stated that he would request a motion from the City Council to convene into an i_;xecutive session at the close of the Regular 'Aeeti.ng for the purpose of discussing personnel. MOVED by Norman, SECONDED by Cowles that they City Council convene into an Exeutive Session pursuant to the Tdaho State Code Section 67 -2343 for the purpose of discussing personnel. Atoll call vote. Those voting yes;: Norman, Carter, "Ia1'>ea Narcus, Cowles, and Raymond. Those vntirl _ ; no none . Absent and not votin 1017e. :iTTf:)N C RRiED Councilman M137°cus reminded the City Council of the Chamber of Commerce Open rouse on Friday afternoon from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There being no further business, the Regular City Council Fleeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.n. and the City Council convened into an Executive Session which was adjourne-3 at 5:30 p APPRCVED AS 1935. Councilman l ouncil_man ATTEST THIS DAY OF City Cle k