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Home My WebLink About10 21 2015 CMZ9! CITY OF CHUBBUCK COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 2015 — 6:00PM CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG: Councilmember Morrison INVOCATION: Rob Elison AMEND COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Special Council Meeting Minutes of September 22, 2015 Council Study Session of October 7, 2415 Council Meeting Minutes of October 7, 2415 Councilmember Lewis moved to approve the special meeting minutes of September 22, 2015, regular meeting minutes of October 7, 2015 and Study Session Minutes of October 7, 2015. Councilmember Marshall seconded. Roll call vote: Ellis -yes, Lewis -yes, Morrison -yes, Marshall -yes. PUBLIC HEARING: 1. To consider an urban renewal plan known as the Pine Ridge Mall Urban Renewal Plan, for the Chubbuck Development Authority (CDA) which consists of constructing infrastructure improvements to allow for economic development which will be funded through tax increment funds. Rodney Burch, Public Works Director for City of Chubbuck presented the plan to the council. Rodney explained the geographic area of the district and the changes made to comply with state law concerning the school district. The county requested the legal description of the Carmike Theater Subdivision be included and we have complied. Councilmember Marshall asked why we didn't expand the TIF district to include the Green Triangle or property south of the Mall. It would be unusual to include in a TIF district, properties that are currently being developed. Councilmember Lewis mentioned that back in June the council determined this was a deteriorated property. Land Use confirmed that the use of this TIF is in conformance with our comprehensive plan. The Mayor declared the public hearing open. In Favor - Rob Kingsbury, owner of the mall property, wanted to take this opportunity to thank the City for this effort. He mentioned the great things he has seen in Missouri with the same partnership between the mall owners and the City government. Neutral - none Opposed - Niki Taysom, 4963 Yellowstone, talked about the problems she has perceived with the Pocatello TIF district Amy's Kitchen. She believes these districts are unjust and levy an unbalanced tax on everyone. Niki stated that constitutionally, congress was given the power to lay taxes and there is no power to lay a tax without a census. No property can be taken without just compensation. Taxes should be applied across the board. If we want to attract business we need to make our taxation of them equal and fair. Niki verbally requested a map of the City that shows all the TIF Districts. Niki stated that according to UN Agenda 21 the council is a secret combination. She stated that the City has no right to do this. She is tired of the City's hypocrisy. Mayor England declared the public hearing closed. z93 Councilmember Ellis would like to point out that what we are doing here is capping the current taxes and the new increment will be used to invest and update the property. Councilmember Marshall says this is a positive thing. Councilmember Lewis stated that the public is excited to see the growth and development that can happen with this plan in place. This project shows great cooperation between the city and the new owners of the mall. Councilmember Lewis also pointed out that what the City is doing is completely legal and Constitutional. He mentioned that the Constitution, reserves rights that are not specifically Federal, for the State. This is allowed by State law. 2. An application by Ellis Construction Lifestyle Homes, 4470 Wasatch St. Chubbuck ID 83202 for Park Meadows 14`" Addition Preliminary Plat. Brady Smith from Rocky Mountain Engineering was present, representing Ellis Construction Lifestyle Homes and presented the preliminary plat. Brady explained, Park Meadows 10'h addition was approved several years ago, at that time the underground work was done; however, the road was never completed. The plat then expired. The developer wants to start again on a smaller scale. The plat before you tonight is a smaller more manageable portion of the original. There will be no secondary irrigation in this plat. Rodney Burch the City's Public Works Director stated that all construction documents have been approved and this plat does conform to all city requirements. Staff and Land use suggested approval. The Mayor declared the public hearing open. In Favor - none Neutral - none Opposed - Niki Taysom 4963 Yellowstone stated that she was opposed to the plat. She stated that we should maintain private water rights. The size of lots are small the lots should be %2 acre. If others get a free tax ride we should all have a free tax ride. GENERAL BUSINESS: 1. BJ Stensland, from Aid for Friends, is requesting $1,500. BJ Stensland is the Executive Director of Aid for Friends. This shelter is located on south forth in Pocatello. Aid for Friends has been around for 31 years. This is a good safe place to stay that also provides case management. Aid for Friends charges no one. They get their support from many organizations including all the governments in the area. The requested $1,500 helps with unexpected expenses. Councilmember Ellis asked if they could provide the numbers of Chubbuck residents that take advantage of the facility. BJ Stensland said that they do not track that information. They could provide information by zip code. Councilmember Marshall has had a friend use this organization in the last 90 days. Hid friend was in dire need and stayed two weeks and Aid for Friends helped him get going. Mayor England has had the opportunity for many years to work with Aid for Friends. Councilmember Marshall moved to approve the donation to Aid for Friends. Councilmember Lewis seconded. Roll call vote: Ellis -yes, Lewis -yes, Morrison -yes, Marshall -yes. Zc57 2. Adoption of Ordinance #749, Pine Ridge Mall Urban renewal Area, final reading. Councilmember Ellis moved to waive the rule the ordinance be read in full. Councilmember Marshall seconded. Roll call vote: Ellis -yes, Lewis -yes, Morrison -yes, Marshall -yes. Councilmember Morrison moved to adopt Ordinance #749. Councilmember Marshall seconded. Roll call vote: Ellis -yes, Lewis -yes, Morrison -yes, Marshall -yes. 3. Approval of Park Meadows 14'' Addition Preliminary Plat. Councilmember Lewis moved to approve the Park Meadows 10 Addition Preliminary Plat. Councilmember Marshall seconded. Roll call vote: Ellis -abstain, Lewis -yes, Morrison -yes, Marshall -yes. 4. Approval of Park Meadows 14'' Addition Final Plat. Councilmember Lewis moved to approve the Park Meadows 14th Addition Final Plat. Councilmember Morrison seconded. Roll call vote: Ellis -abstain, Lewis -yes, Morrison - yes, Marshall -yes. 5. Acceptance of Offer of Dedication Brookstone Estates Division 3. Councilmember Lewis asked staff if these structures and improvements are complete. Rodney Burch answered that they are. The acceptance of this dedication starts the period of warranty. Councilmember Ellis moved to accept the Offer of Dedication for Brookstone Estates Division 3. Councilmember Morrison seconded. Roll call vote: Ellis -yes, Lewis -yes, Morrison -yes, Marshall -yes. 6. Adoption of Ordinance #750 to vacate portions of Burley Drive and Victorian Circle. City Clerk Rich Morgan explained that the Council did vote to vacate the said portions of Burley Drive and Victorian Circle on March 4, 2015. However, an ordinance codifying the vacation was never passed. Councilmember Lewis moved to waive the rule the ordinance be read three times one being in full. Councilmember Ellis seconded. Roll call vote: Ellis -yes, Lewis -yes, Morrison -yes, Marshall -yes. Councilmember Lewis moved to adopt ordinance #750. Councilmember Morrison seconded. Roll call vote: Ellis -yes, Lewis -yes, Morrison -yes, Marshall -yes. CLAIMS: Computer printout claims for October 21, 2015 as presented to Mayor England and Council. Councilmember Morrison moved to approve the claims as presented to the council. Councilmember Marshall seconded. Roll call vote: Ellis -yes, Lewis -yes, Morrison -yes, Marshall -yes. At 6:52pm the Mayor ADJOURNED the meeting. Kevin En - ayor Rich Morgan -City Clerk