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REGULAR MEETING
Caldwell City Council
Monday,July 16,2018
7:00 P.M.
Mayor Nancolas opened the meeting and welcomed those in attendance.
Reverend Jim Porter of the Caldwell Free Methodist Church provided the invocation. The Mayor led the
audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
The Roll of the City Council was called by the City Clerk with the following members present:Callsen,
Pollard(via phone),Stadick,Allgood,Ozuna,and Hopper.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION
None.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentation of Historical Documents regarding Indian Creek/Caldwell FineArts(Sylvia Hunt)
Ms.Hunt presented a notebook of historical documentation outlining the process of public art projects
in downtown Caldwell. Ms.Hunt reported that funding was obtained in 2003 and again in 2011 to
create public art projects in partnership with Caldwell Fine Arts and the National Parks Division.
The Mayor expressed appreciation to Sylvia Hunt for her community involvement over the years and
noted that she was the recipient of the City of Caldwell Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013.
B. Update Report: Pathways&Bike Routes Committee(Bill G!2-ay,Chair)
Bill Gigray,Chairman of the Pathways&Bike Routes Committee provided an update report of past
and current projects involving the committee. He complimented City Council members and staff
members for their support of the development of pathways and bike routes within the City of Caldwell.
He stated that ACHD recently accepted comments about the Linder improvement project between
Hwy. 20/26 and Highway 44 and the allowance of pedestrian pathways. The ultimate goal is to
connect with Eagle Island State Park. Partnerships are being formed with the cities of Star and Eagle
for additional connections,which will eventually link to pathways located in Caldwell.
Mr.Gigray expressed his appreciation to Gerald and Virginia Schroeder,previous owners of the KOA
campground. He reported that Mr.Schroeder has since passed away;however,he was instrumental in
providing an easement for the development of the original Caldwell Greenbelt.
C. Report concerning the Mayor's Youth Advisory Council at the Association ofldaho Cities
Mandy Estopedo provided an update reported on his attendance at the AIC Conference in June 2018.
He expressed his sincere appreciation for having the opportunity to attend with the Mayor's Youth
Advisory Council.
D. Updates concerning Community Events
Cynthia Ripke-Kutsaguitz, 3523 E Linden Street, Apt 305, reported on her involvement in
volunteering at the Idaho Veterans Garden and the Caldwell Train Depot. She stated her concern with
the lack of a customary marching honor guard at the July 4'Parade. She also expressed her concern
with the safety of children with candy being thrown from the floats to the parade watchers parade since
the children ran out into the street to capture it. Ms. Ripke-Kutsaguitz also provided samples of
literature from a local business promoting the recent"Pride Fest"held in Boise and expressed her
opposition concerning this matter.
E. Speed Limit Signs on the Rotary Pond Roadway
Scott Smith,21445 Chicago Street,requested that speed limit signs be posted by the City of Caldwell
along this portion of Chicago Street. He noted that his residence is not located within Caldwell City
Limits and therefore the speed limit is 50 mph. He has made contact with Canyon County regarding
the reduction of the speed limit due to safety concerns with no avail. He asked if the roadway can be
posted with a 20 mph speed limit sign issued from the City of Caldwell.
The Mayor requested that Mr. Smith contact Brent Orton, Caldwell Public Works Director, for
possible discussion of this request by the Traffic Commission.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR[All Consent Calendar items are action items]
1. Approve acceptance of the minutes of the Regularly Scheduled City Council Meeting held on July 2,
2018;the Special(Budget Workshop)City Council Meeting held on July 10,2018;the Special City
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Council Meeting held on July 10,2018;and the Caldwell Design Review Commission meeting held on
June 28,2018;
2. Approve the Order of Decision for Case No.ZON-18-04(Arbor Ridge Rezone);
3. Approve the Order of Decision for Case No.ZON-18-05(RMC Rezone);
4. Approve Resolution No. 195-18 declaring Fire Department Engine #108 as a surplus vehicle for
disposition to the Parma Rural Fire District;
5. Approve AMENDED RESOLUTION No. 182-18(A)designating a City-wide records custodian and a
custodian for each department that will respond to public record requests pursuant to Idaho Code 74-
101;
6. Approve Resolution No. 196-18 accepting a Corporate Warranty Deed from the City of Caldwell to
Monte R.Friend for 1.524 avers previously declared as surplus real property located generally 1/2 mile
south of Purple Sage Golf Source,north of Willis Road,and west of El Paso Road;
7. Approve Resolution No. 197-18 accepting an Easement from Goode Crane Properties, LLC for a
sanitary sewer mainline across a portion of their property for First Choice Collision at 3821 Cleveland
Boulevard;
8. Approve Resolution No. 198-18 accepting a Quitclaim Deed from Lasher Development Co.LLC for
right-of-way development of Ustick Road;
9. Approve Resolution No. 199-18 accepting an Easement and Cross Access Easement from Goode
Crane Properties, LLC providing a pathway for a sanitary sewer mainline across a portion of their
property for First Choice Collision at 3821 Cleveland Boulevard;
10.Approve Resolution No.200-18 accepting the selection of the Canyon County Prosecuting Attorney's
Office to provide prosecution services pursuant to provisions as stipulated within the RFQ for the City
of Caldwell effective October 1,2018.
MOVED by Callsen,SECONDED by Allgood to approve the Consent Calendar as printed.
Roll call vote:Those voting yes: Callsen,Pollard,Stadick,Allgood,Ozuna,and Hopper. Those voting no:
none. Absent and/or not voting:none.
MOTION CARRIED
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
(ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER BILL NO.36[ORDINANCE NO.31661 AMENDING CHAPTER 8,
ARTICLE 3 OF THE CALDWELL CITY CODE PERTAINING TO ANIMAL CONTROL
PROVISIONS WITH A REQUEST TO WAIVE THE RULES,PASS ON THE FIRST READING,
AND APPROVE THE SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION)
Sylvia Bahem, 110 South 5' Avenue, outlined the contents of the proposed ordinance including the
definition of the word"bite",deletion of the commercial kennel license provision from the Animal Control
Chapter,amendments to the"animals at large"provision,and an added penalty when the owner regarding
the quarantine of an animal does not take action.
In response to questions from Mike Pollard regarding the definition of a service animal, Maren Ericson
reported that the federal government regulates the service animal definition.
In response to questions from Councilman Hopper, Ms. Bahem explained the provision to allow
verification of ownership of more than three animals by a citizen prior to 2012 when the current Animal
Control code was approved and enacted.
The Mayor read the ordinance by title only:
AN ORDINANCE ENACTED BY THE CALDWELL CITY COUNCIL AMENDING CHAPTER 8,
ARTICLE 3, SECTIONS 08-03-05, 08-03-09, 08-03-17, AND 08-03-27, OF THE CALDWELL CITY
CODE, PERTAINING TO ANIMAL CONTROL; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS,
ORDERS AND PARTS THEREOF,IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.
MOVED by Hopper, SECONDED by Stadick to consider Bill No. 36(Ordinance No. 3166)on its first
reading by title only.
Roll call vote:Those voting yes:Hopper,Callsen,Pollard, Stadick,Allgood,and Ozuna. Those voting no:
none. Absent and/or not voting:none.
MOTION CARRIED
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(ACTION ITEM: PUBLIC HEARING[LEGISLATIVE]: CASE NO.OA-18-02:A REQUEST BY
THE CITY OF CALDWELL PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT TO AMEND
PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 10,THE ZONING ORDINANCE,OF CITY CODE)
The Mayor reported that the proposed amendments were previously discussed within a City Council
Workshop held on July 2,2018.
Jarom Wagoner, 621 Cleveland Boulevard, provided the staff report and outlined the contents of the
proposed ordinance.
MOVED by Callsen,SECONDED by Hopper to close the public hearing.
MOTION CARRIED
(ACTION ITEM: CONSIDER BILL NO.26 [ORDINANCE NO.31561 FOR CASE NO.OA-18-02
[2018 ZONING ORDINANCE UPDATE]WITH A REQUEST TO WAIVE THE RULES,PASS ON
THE FIRST READING,AND APPROVE THE SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION)
The Mayor read the ordinance by title only:
AN ORDINANCE ENACTED BY THE CALDWELL CITY COUNCIL AMENDING VARIOUS
ARTICLES, SECTIONS, SUBSECTIONS AND TABLES IN THE "CALDWELL ZONING
ORDINANCE,"FOUND IN CHAPTER 10 OF THE CALDWELL CITY CODE;PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES,
RESOLUTIONS,ORDERS,AND PARTS THEREOF IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.
MOVED by Callsen,SECONDED by Allgood to waive the three reading process and consider Bill No.26
(Ordinance No.3156)on its first reading by title only.
Roll call vote:Those voting yes:Callsen,Pollard,Stadick,Allgood,Ozuna,and Hopper. Those voting no:
none. Absent and/or not voting:none.
MOTION CARRIED
MOVED by Callsen,SECONDED by Allgood to sponsor Bill No.26(Ordinance No.3156),move for its
passage by title only,and approve the summary for publication.
Roll call vote:Those voting yes:Callsen,Pollard,Stadick,Allgood,Ozuna,and Hopper. Those voting no:
none. Absent and/or not voting:none.
(ACTION ITEM: FINANCE REPORT ACCEPTANCE)
Councilman Allgood reported that the Finance Committee has reviewed current accounts payable in the
amount of$528,999.25 for the period ending July 12, 2018 and a net payroll of$442,463.40 for the
period ending July 7,2018.
MOVED by Allgood, SECONDED by Hopper to accept accounts payable in the amount of$528,999.25
represented by check numbers 131886 through 132136 and payroll in the amount of $442,463.40
represented by check numbers 32509 through 32632 and direct deposits be accepted,payments approved,
and vouchers filed in the office of the City Clerk.
MOTION CARRIED
(COUNCIL COMMENTS)
Councilman Callsen reported on the success of the happenings within the downtown regarding the new
theater and Indian Creek Plaza.
Councilman Ozuna reported on the success of the Indian Creek Plaza grand opening.
(MAYOR'S COMMENTS)
The Mayor expressed his appreciation for the community's enthusiasm regarding the Indian Creek Plaza.
He expressed appreciation to the many partners such as the Urban Renewal Agency,the business owners in
participating in the Local Business Improvement District, Destination Caldwell, City Staff, and the
Chamber of Commerce for their involvement and support.
The Gardner Company attorney has been contacted regarding City Council's selection of the RFP submittal
for the Creekside Redevelopment Project. The development agreement process is now underway.
The Mayor reported that a new power source at Brother's Park would be researched for next year's July 4'
fireworks celebration as well as lighting for the flagpole.
He noted that the City Council Budget Workshop has been cancelled for July 17'.
Upcoming Events:
0 The Mayor will be attending the ICRMP board meeting next week.
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• The next City Council Regularly Scheduled Meeting: August 6,2018.
Airport Funding Request:
Carol Mitchel provided information concerning the need for matching funds using URA dollars for an
upcoming airport project grant. A formal resolution will be presented for Council's consideration on
August 6,2018 and then forwarded to the Urban Renewal Agency for their consideration.
(ADJOURNMENT)
MOVED by Allgood,SECONDED by Hopper to adjourn at 8:04 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED
APPROVED AS written THIS 6' DAY OF August 2018.
Mayor
Councilperson Councilperson
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ATTEST:
City Clerk