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Home My WebLink About12 10 1996 CM191 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES December 10, 1996 Minutes of regular meeting held at city municipal building, December 10, 1996. Present: Mayor John O. Cotant, Council members Leroy S. Quick, Steven M. England, W. Dean Wood, Marvin C. Gunter, Attorney Thomas J. Holmes, Public Works Director Steven M. Smart and City Clerk Ron C. Conlin. Meeting called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor John O. Cotant. PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mayor Cotant asked for corrections or additions to regular meeting minutes of November 26, 1996. Councilman Quick moved to approve regular meeting minutes of November 26~ 1996 as read. Councilman England seconded. Ail council members present voted in favor of motion. PUBLIC HEARING - Chubbuck Police Department has received a Block Grant Award of $27,135. Assistant Chief of Police Richard Webb was present to explain the purpose of the award is to improve public safety. Asst. Chief Webb asked for input as to how the money should be spent, also what community projects should be included. Asst. Chief Webb stated an advisory board has came up with the following suggestions: 1. Purchase of radar reading board designed to get people realizing what speed they are traveling. 2. Radios for Citizens on Patrol Program. 3. Radios for police officers that will supervise these type programs. 4. Donating some of the monies to schools for safety type programs. 5. Purchase ticket books, etc. for Handicap special license plates, placards and registration card program. Asst. Chief of Police Webb asked residents, if they have any comments, suggestions to call him, or Chief Jerry Rowland this week. 193 PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTION #4-96 - Notice has been given that an amendment to the Chubbuck Urban Renewal District's Downtown Improvement Plan has been proposed by the Chubbuck Development Authority for consideration by the council. The proposed amendment would affect the allocation of funds already noted in the Plan to include park improvements for Chubbuck's public parks. Kathleen Lewis, SICOG was present to explain the amendment. Kathleen Lewis said the plan will incorporate Espie and Heritage Parks with the remaining parks. Mayor Cotant road Resolution #4-96 in full. Councilman Wood moved to adopt Resolution #4-96 as read. Councilman Gunter seconded. Ail council members voted in favor of motion. FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR HOMES WEST PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT ON RONALD ROAD An application for a Final Development Plan for a Planned Unit Development by Homes West, Inc., Chubbuck for Homes West at Lots 1 & 2 of Block 4, Siebert Tract; north end of Ronald Road. (Property is presently zoned Limited Residential). Councilman Dean Wood stepped down because of conflict of interest. It was pointed out the Final Plat is not on the agenda, therefore the Council cannot take action on it. The Council can take action on the Final Development Plan, and if Council chooses, can allow Derek Leslie to start construction subject to him knowing it is at bis risk, if for some reason the Final Plat is not approved. Derek Leslie, Homes West, Inc. was present, explaining his plans. PWD Smart stated, Gerd Dixon said all the construction drawings have not been received. The construction drawings should show 1) Irrigation ditch needs to be piped, so delivery is assured. 2/ Needs to show street will be constructed to City Standards. 3) Clean out at end of sewer line is required. Mayor Cotant declared the public hearing open. Attorney David Kress, 863 E. Lander expressed concern with procedures of City of Chubbuck Planned Unit Development process. FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR HOMES WEST, INC. - (cont.) Mr. Kress expressed the following concerns: 1. Whether or not this plan fits the PUD requirements. 2. Irrigation Ditch - Who will keep ditch clean. 3. Drainage - Is drainage in the area sufficient. 4. Traffic - The traffic on Ronald Rd will double. 5. Lot sizes are not sufficient size. 6. Landscaping requirements. 7. The pi. an does not fit in with surrounding homes. 8. Density concerns. PWD Smart explained how the density factors were calculated. Mr. Kress suggested the Council not approve the Final Development Plan for Homes West~ Inc. because Mr. Kress does not believe the Plan addresses the above concerns. Dee Hofhine, 4058 Ronald Rd testified against the Final Plan. Frank Allen, 4031 Ronald Rd spoke against the Final Plan. Merlin Delaney, 1006 W. Quinn Rd spoke against the Final Plan. Hilda Hudson, 990 W. Quinn Rd spoke against the Final Plan. Councilman Gunter moved to approve the Final Development Plan for Home West Planned Unit Development on north end of Ronald Rd. subject to; 1) Fort Hall Irrigation ditch being piped to adequate size. 2) Homes West, Inc. can start the project (concrete work), prior to the Final Plat being approved, subject to Mr. Leslie understanding he is doing so at his own risk. Councilman England seconded. Roll Call Vote: Quick, no; England, yes; Wood, stepped down because of conflict of interest; Gunter, yes. Motion passes. The Homes West, Inc. Final Plat and replat of Lots 1 & 2, Block 4, Siebert Tract and vacation of plat will be on the January 14, 1997 Council Meeting. BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION Carl Jenkins, 600 Elmira Rd, Sandpoint, Idaho has applied for license to sell christmas trees at the east side of Green Triangle Parking Lot. Police Department recommended approval of the application. Councilman Quick moved to grant a business license to Carl Jenkins, Jenkins & Son to sell christmas trees at the east side of the Green Triangle Parking Lot. Councilman England seconded. Ail council members voted in favor of the motion. 197 FOX HOLLOW PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT - Approx. one third of the project is within one mile of Chubbuck Impact Area. Located at Corner of Reservation Rd and Yellowstone Ave. ~ike Bright presented the plans for the Planned Unit Development. Mr. Bright stated there will be eight phases. Discussion about sewer system that will be used in the Planned Unit Development. Councilman England moved to approve the Fox Hollow Planned Unit Development as presented. Councilman Wood seconded. Ail council members voted in favor of motion. RENEWAL OF LIQUOR, WINE, Police Department present holders of BEER BUSINESS LICENSES for year of 1997 has approved the renewal of licenses to liquor, wine and beer licenses. City Clerk Conlin explained the Five Mile Inn and Oxbow Lounge have not received their State and County licenses as required by the City. Councilman Quick moved to approve renewal of present beer, wine and liquor licenses for the year of 1997, subject to compliance of all requirements of ordinances and statutes as determined by the City Clerk, Councilman England seconded. Ail counnil members voted in favor of motion. BUILDING CODE EFFECTIVENESS GRADING SCHEDULE - Building Official Cary Campbell was present and gave a report on the grading schedule. BO Campbell stated the grading schedule effects three different areas: 1. Administration - Updated codes. 2. Plan Review - Need to review all construction. 3. Field Inspection. Council gave BO Campbell okay to proceed. Building Official Campbell stated he will keep Council informed as he finds more out about the rating. 1995-96 CITY STREET FINANCE REPORT - City Clerk Conlin presented the 1995-96 City Street Finance Report of dedicated funds to be presented to the State Auditor as required by Idaho Code Section 40-708. Councilman Wood moved to accept the 1995-96 City Street Finance Report as presented. Councilman England seconded. Ail council members voted in favor of motion. CLAIMS Computer Council. print-out claims 199 presented to Mayor Cotant and Councilman Gunter moved to approve computer print-out claims as presented. Councilman England seconded. All council members voted in favor of motion. At lO:O0 p.m., Councilman Gunter moved, Councilman England seconded, with full council approval to adjourn meeting. Ron C. Conlin, City Clerk ~yor