HomeMy WebLinkAbout04 13 1971 CMMinutes of the regular meeting held in the Municipal building April 13, 1971.
Called to order: 8:00 P.M.
present: Mayor Cotant~ Councilmen Leslie, Romriell, Taylor and Thompson
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HAWTHORNE T~RACE APARTMENTS - Jack Stevens and William Skaggs presented a petition
on behalf of residents of Neider Addition protesting the 24-unit apartment complex
proposed on Hawthorne and Chastain Dr. The protest was read in full by Mayor Cotant.
Discussion for and against this building site followed. Mayor explained without zoning
being adopted the city has no control over the proposed development.
MOBILE HOME ESTATE - Ralph B. Bistline stated he was contemplating setting up a Mobile
Home Estate on property at the corner of Chubbuck and Hiline Rd.. Mayor suggested they
present plans to the zoning commission. Councilman Thompson and Mayor Cotant informed
Mr. Bistline they felt the present water system in that area could not supply water
to this development at this time.
SOI~HEASTERN IDAHO COMPIUk~ITY ACTION AGENCY - Mr. A1 McGee of the SEICCA requested the
City of Chubbuck share financial participation to help this agency at the cost to the
city of $600.00 per year. Mayor requested the city has some time to discuss this matter
before giving an answer.
DOG CATCHER - Mayor informed the council that Ted Talbot was interested in working as
dog catcher. Mr. Talbot was told the council will discuss further and let him know.
TRAIL~ VARIANCE - A. F. McOmber was present to discuss his request that trailers be
allowed on the east side of Burley Drive. Zoning Commission is to give recommendation
to city council before an answer can be given.
CARD GAME REQUEST - Attorney McDevitt advised, as far as law is concerned, card games
cannot be used as gambling or exchange of things of value and are not to open on Sunday
or after 12:00 P.M. any evening. It is within municipal authority to grant a license.
Councilman Romriell made motion to deny this request. Couzicilman Taylor seconded.
Council vote was unanimous to deny this request~to Lena Giannini dba Five Mile Inn.
HIGH~;AY DEPARTmeNT RESOLUTION - McDevitt reported he sees no urgency in adopting.
Council all agreed to table resolution at this time.
ATTORNEY'S RESIGNATION - Herman J. McDevitt verbally announced to council he wishes to
resign as of May 1st. He will work with engineer on sewer and water project if council
wishes but suggest~a new attorney be hired for municipal purposes. He stated he cannot
devote the kind of time the job requires. Mayor end Council will consider this matter.
R~SOL~ION FOR CREATION OF LOCAL RF~IONAL LAW ENF(IqCEMENT pLANNING AGENCY ~ REGION III
to be in compliance with Ominus Crime and Safe Street Acts - Discussion as to adopt-
ing this resolution so that the city might become eligible for grant for high band
radios which Police Chief Frasure has applied. Councilman Leslie made motion to adopt
resolution, Romrietl seconded. Roll call vote: Leslie, yes; Romriell, yes; Taylor, yes;
Thompson, yes.
RADAR - Chief Frasure requests the council consider applying for Radar from the Law
Enforcement Planning Agency or buying one direct. No decision.
BIDS ON 1966 BUICK - Cloyd Nelson, $231.00; Fred Schaf, $212.00; Jim Brewerton, $300.00;
Dennise Stone, $329.00. Councilman Dennis made motion to reject all bids, Thompson
seconded. Ail in favor. Bart Parrish offered bid from floor of $400.00. Council all
in favor of accepting bi~ from Mr. Parrish.
Financial statement presented to Council. Bills presented to council for payment.
Councilman Taylor made motion to pay bills, Leslie seconded. All in favor.
Meeting adjourned till further notice if necessary.