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SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 1,2015
12:30 P.M.
The Council President Callsen welcomed those in attendance.
The Roll of the City Council was called by the City Clerk with the following members present:Callsen,Pollard,
Biggers,Feucht,Ozuna,and Hopper. Mayor Nancolas joined the meeting as 12:32 p.m.
(CONSIDER RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LETTER TO NEW
BEGINNINGS HOUSING AGREEING TO CONTRIBUTE PERSONNEL AND RESOURCES
TOWARD THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT TO FILLMORE BETWEEN
KIMBALL AVENUE AND 9TH AVENUE)
Robb MacDonald,621 Cleveland Blvd.,provided the staff report concerning the New Beginnings Housing and
the City agreeing to contribute personnel and resources toward the development of a senior housing complex.
Greg Urrutia,623 S.Kimball—Suite B,spoke in favor of the request. He noted that there is a demand for such
senior housing units within the Treasure Valley. The location lends to close access to amenities for the
residents such as the library,senior center,shopping,etc. This housing project would replace the previous plan
which was for a proposed complex within the downtown area at Arthur and Kimball.
In response to questions from Councilman Pollard, Mr. Urrutia stated that the units would be a mix of
affordable and market-rate rentals for senior citizens. The parking plan includes 23 spaces in the preliminary
plan as well as street-side parking spaces.
Discussion followed.
Paul Alldredge, 3107 Arlington Avenue,asked whether City of Caldwell or Urban Renewal Funds would be
used and how would the rental rates be determined?
The Mayor clarified that this is a City project and not an Urban Renewal Agency project. The Urban Renewal
Agency boundaries do not include the project site. The work would be conducted by City crews in the public
right-of-way.
Mr.Urrutia explained the basis of the rental rates as established by HUD.
Robert Sellis,920 Fillmore,inquired as to where the units would be located on Fillmore Street.
Mr.MacDonald reviewed a map with Mr.Sellis indicating the exact location of the project.
Mr.Urrutia stated that the current homeowners in the area have been approached about the proposed project.
Chuck Staddick,419 Cedar Park Drive,inquired about the current market rental price of the units.
Mr.Urrutia stated that the current fair market pricing for the one bedroom apartments is$650(2 units would be
available)and$760 for the two bedroom apartment(1 unit available). He emphasized that the housing unit
would provide synergy to the Caldwell downtown area.
The Mayor read the Resolution and letter to New Beginnings Housing into the record:
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Caldwell,Idaho,that the Mayor of
said city is hereby authorized to sign a letter, from the City of Caldwell to New Beginnings Housing as
manifested by signature,which letter authorizes the use of City forces and resources to contribute either in kind
or otherwise to the Senior Housing Project located at Fillmore between Kimball Ave and 91h Ave.,and which
letter is attached hereto,and made a part hereof,as if set forth in full.
The City of Caldwell has reviewed the Senior Housing Project concept at the intersection of Kimball Road and
9th Ave and feels it would be a great asset to the downtown area.
Pending City Council approval,the City agrees to an"in-kind"contribution by constructing and completing the
frontage and alley improvements outlined in the Preliminary Estimate Report received by Wright Brothers on
Aug 13,2015.The scope of these improvements has an estimated value of$146,640.
In addition,the City is willing to upgrade the intersections on Grant at 10th Avenue and Kimball Avenue with
Rapid Flashing Beacons(RFBs),ADA ramps,and street lights.This will help facilitate pedestrian traffic cross
these main roads while improving safety. This will provide easier access for your patrons to walk to the City
Public Library and Senior Center on the east and to Memorial Park on the west. This is an additional value
estimated near$56,500.
The City is willing to contribute these amounts in kind as a cost share for this development pending approval of
the resolution by City Council in a special meeting on September 1,2015 at 12:30 pm.
We appreciate your efforts by improving the quality of life through your projects in Caldwell.
MOVED by Pollard,SECONDED by Feucht to approve the Resolution as presented.
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Roll call vote:Those voting yes:Pollard,Biggers,Feucht,Ozuna,Hopper,and Callsen. Those voting no:none.
MOTION CARRIED
(ADJOURNMENT)
MOVED by Hopper,SECONDED by Biggers to adjourn at 1:08 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
WORKSHOP
September 1,2015
1:09 P.M.
The Mayor called the workshop to order.
City Council Members present:Callsen,Pollard,Biggers,Feucht,Ozuna,and Hopper.
Monica Jones, City of Caldwell Human Resource Director, introduced representatives from Mercer and the
West Valley Medical Center Health to You(1-12U).
Handouts were provided to the Council Members by staff members from Mercer and H2U.
Discussion was held concerning the potential of increased health costs, the review of premiums, the current
health & fitness evaluations being conducted by H2U with the Caldwell Police Officers, and the health
screening participation rate by City employees.
(ADJOURNMENT)
MOVED by Hopper,SECONDED by Biggers to adjourn at 2:04 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED
APPROVED AS written THIS 8" DAY OF September ,2015.
Mayor
Councilperson Councilperson
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ATTEST:
City Clerk