NOTICE

Budget Work Session

The Mayor and Council

Will meet Monday,

May 20, 2013

TIME:   6:00 p.m.

PLACE: Gooding Municipal Building

308 5^th Ave West

Meetings Are Open to the Public

Any person requiring special accommodations should call City Hall five days prior to the meeting.  208 934-5669

Agenda:

•  Budget work session for Fiscal Year 2013-2014
• Review 1^st rough draft of Fiscal Year 2013-14 Budget

BUDGET WORKSHOP AGENDA- 6:00 pm  

1.       Budget work session for Fiscal Year 2013-2014

• Review 1^st rough draft of the Fiscal Year 2013-2014
  

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA- 7:00 pm

Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance

Changes to the Agenda In Accordance with Idaho Code 67-2343 Sec 4 (b)

Consent Calendar –The consent calendar includes items which require formal council action, but which are typically routine or not of great controversy.  Council members can approve the items listed on the consent calendar as one item or, if finding a correction needs to be made, can pull that item for discussion.

1. Approve Minutes for May 6, 2013 Meeting
2. Building Permits
3. Firework Permits
   

Visitor Business        

Public Input – Mayor acknowledges those in attendance.  This section of the agenda is reserved for citizens wishing to address the Council regarding a city-related issue.  The council does not take any action or make any decisions during public comment.  Any item requiring Council action must be placed on the agenda of an upcoming council meeting.  Comments related to public hearings should be held for that public hearing.  Comments regarding performance by city employees are inappropriate at this time and should be directed to the Mayor by appointment after tonight’s meeting. 

Unfinished Business

1. Lincoln Inn Parking Lot Lease
2. Customer Service Policy
3. Gooding Dog Group
   

New Business

1. Ordinance 680- Amending number of members on the Planning Commission- 2nd reading
2. 9^th Ave West
3. Schedule Work Session for Water Improvements
4. Operation Facelift
5. International Economic Development Membership
6. Terms and rates on Water CD to be renewed by 5/22
   

Department Report

Mayor and Council –

Police Chief Jeffery Perry – Fire Chief Brandon Covey – Public Works Director Todd Bunn – City Clerk Morri Hall

Executive Session – If Necessary –Idaho Code 67-2345

The public hearing of the Mayor and Council of the City of Gooding, Idaho was called to order at 6:00 pm in the Gooding Municipal Building, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding, Idaho on April 15, 2013.

Moment of Silence

Mayor Duke Morton observed a moment of silence in honor of the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings.

Roll Call

Present were Mayor Morton, Councilpersons France, Houser and Magnelli.  Councilman Arkoosh was not present.

Visitors

Present were Bob Harkins, Dorothy Harkins, Casey Hobdey, Connie Jacobson, Mary Condie, Perry Wolfe, Don Mays, Shellie Amundson, Bill Harding, Jeff Harding, Carleen Herring, Alfred Eichholz, Kent Novinger and George Dains.

Purpose

The purpose of the public hearing was to present the Gooding Facility Planning Study.  The main purposes of the meeting were to explain the proposed upgrades to the drinking water delivery system, costs involved, potential financial impact on the public, and to solicit verbal and written comments regarding the alternatives under consideration.  A copy of the plan was available at City Hall beginning April 4, 2013 for review and written comments were accepted for a period of fourteen (14) days following this date.

Mayor Duke Morton announced the City plans to hold another series of informational town hall meetings to address a broad range of questions regarding the City water and irrigation systems.  He explained that this hearing is a specific requirement from the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to elicit public comments on the alternatives under consideration in the Gooding Facility Planning Study.

Public Comment

Casey Hobdey:  Mr. Hobdey addressed the council by stating he came into the City office to look over the Facility Planning Study and after looking at the different alternatives, he believes the Council is probably choosing the right plan.  However, Mr. Hobdey feels the City should have been putting money back for many years to pay for upgrades and maintenance of the water and irrigation system instead of going into debt.  Mr. Hobdey feels the City needs to have a Plan B in mind because he doesn’t feel the City will win the vote in November to go into debt.

George Dains:  Mr. Dains asked how the City can continue to move forward with this project when the judge ruled against the case for judicial confirmation.  Mayor Morton explained that this hearing is a requirement through DEQ regarding the facility planning study and that the City cannot incur long term debt until after either the voters or a judge approve it.  Mr. Dains would like to know why the City can’t put $400,000 to$600,000 in savings a year and repair the system one section at a time instead of all at once.

Kent Novinger:  Mr. Novinger wanted to know how much the water bills will go up?  He feels times are tight for everyone and that the government should be more disciplined with money.  Mr. Novinger stated that government cannot continue to tax and punish people who are on fixed incomes.  People on fixed incomes will have to pay for the increase out of their grocery bills.  Mr. Novinger feels the water system has continued to deteriorate and has not been maintained properly through the years.  He wants more notification of meetings and asked if there is a charge to put meeting announcements on the radio or television.

Alfred Eichholz:  Mr. Eichholz gave the suggestion for the City to have fund raisers to help make extra money as a Plan C.  He also suggested the City use volunteers to help with the project.

Connie Jacobson:  Mrs. Jacobson would like to see the irrigation system repaired in smaller sections instead of one big project that we have to go into debt for.  She doesn’t understand why the system cannot be repaired one section at a time like a road.

Don Mays:  Mr. Mays said he is confused whether the City water improvement project is about domestic water or irrigation.

Jeff Harding:  Mr. Harding feels the City is lacking contact with the people and that the people of Gooding do not understand what is going on with the water improvement project.  Mr. Harding feels the City needs to build a stronger relationship with the people and spend more time answering questions.  Otherwise people feel the Council is trying to slide things through.

There being no further business, the hearing adjourned.

Regular Meeting

The regular meeting of the Mayor and Council of the City of Gooding, Idaho was called to order at 7:00 pm in the Gooding Municipal Building, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding, Idaho on April 15, 2013.

Roll Call

Present were Mayor Morton, Councilpersons France, Houser and Magnelli.  Councilman Arkoosh was not present.

Visitors

Present were Carleen Herring, Alfred Eichholz, Heather Wright and Derrick Wright.

Changes to Agenda (Idaho Code 67-2343 Sec 4 (b))

Councilman France moved to add “Sale of Airport Land” and “Library Director- Cindy Bigler” to the agenda.  Motion seconded by Councilman Magnelli.  Upon roll call, Councilpersons France, Houser, and Magnelli voted aye.  Motion carried.

Consent Calendar

(Consent Calendar contains items which require formal Council action, but which are typically routine or not of great controversy.  Council members can approve the items listed on the consent calendar as one item or, if finding a correction needs to be made, can pull that item for discussion.  There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar.)

Mayor Morton asked, “Consent Calendar Items numbered are before you, are there any items to be removed?”  There being no objection, Councilman Magnelli moved to approve:

1. Minutes of the April 1, 2013 meeting
2. Sign Permit- Romero Valencia- 337 Main Street
   

Motion seconded by Councilwoman Houser.  Motion carried unanimously.

Visitors Business

None

Public Comment

None

Unfinished Business

Lincoln Inn Parking Lot Lease:  Mayor Morton wrote a letter to the new owner of the Lincoln Inn to meet with the Council to discuss writing a new lease for the parking lot.  The council tabled this agenda item pending a discussion with the new owner.

Customer Service Policy:  The customer service policy puts in place fair and equitable policies to ensure the financial health and stability of the City of Gooding.  The Council has tabled this item until a separate work session can be scheduled to discuss it further.

Schedule Work Session- Customer Service Policy:  The customer service policy is a requirement from DEQ for the water improvement project.  However, since there is no specific timeline for when this policy needs to be complete the work session was not scheduled at this time.

Gooding Dog Group:  On March 18, 2013, Nan Reedy addressed the Council regarding the adoption of dogs in Gooding as well as Municipal fees associated with dogs.  Mrs. Reedy suggested the City change the cost to license dogs from $10.00 per dog to $10.00 for unneutered/unspade dogs and $5.00 for neutered/spade dogs.  Mrs. Reedy also suggested that the Council add a line in the current dog ordinance #666 stating that if an approved dog rescue group exists and the vet deems the impounded dogs fit for adoption that the dogs are to be given to the dog group instead of being euthanized.  The Council would like the clerk to prepare a comparison of the revenues and expenses from 2011, 2012 and 2013 for dog enforcement.

Budget Workshop:  Budget Workshops for Fiscal Year 2013-2014 were scheduled for May 6, 2013 and May 20, 2012 at 6:00 pm in the Gooding Municipal Building, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding, Idaho.

Spring Cleanup Week:  Spring Cleanup Week was set as April 22-26, 2013.  The City will pick up yard waste, clippings, limbs, leaves, etc.

Southern Idaho Rural Development- Julia Oxarango-Ingram:  Southern Idaho Rural Development (SIRD) is a division of Region IV Development Association, Inc. (RIVDA).  SIRD provides community development and economic development assistance to rural cities.  In the April 1, 2013 meeting Mrs. Oxarango-Ingram asked the Council to consider becoming an active local partner with SIRD for a yearly cost of $2,000.00.

Mayor Morton has spoken to the Gooding Chamber of Commerce and they would like to partner with the City of Gooding to focus on developing Main Street.  Councilman Magnelli has also been approached by citizen regarding the need for economic development.

Councilman France moved to become an active partner with Southern Idaho Rural Development for a yearly cost of $2,000.00.  Motion seconded by Councilman Magnelli.  Motion carried unanimously.

Sale of Airport Property:  Robert Meyers would like an extension for the closing on the airport property purchased on March 18, 2013.  He would like an extension from April 5, 2013 to June 14, 2013.  Councilwoman Houser moved to allow the Mayor to sign the paperwork extending the closing on airport property from April 5, 2013 to June 14, 2013.  Motion seconded by Councilman France.  Motion carried unanimously.

New Business

Library Director- Pat Hamilton:  After 14 years of dedicated service to the Gooding City Library, Library Director Pat Hamilton will be retiring as of May 31, 2013.  Her retirement party will be held on May 31, 2013 from 3:00-5:00 pm in the Gooding Municipal Building at 308 5^th Ave W.  Thank you for all the hard work in promoting literacy in our community.

Library Director- Cindy Bigler:  Mayor Morton asked for the Council’s approval to appoint Cindy Bigler as the new Library Director.  Councilman Magnelli moved to approve Cindy Bigler’s appointment to Library Director for the City of Gooding starting June 1, 2013.  Motion seconded by Councilwoman Houser.  Motion carried unanimously.  Cindy Bigler will be at the next meeting to accept her certificate of appointment.

Library Board- Heather Wright:  Mayor Morton asked for the Council’s approval to appoint Heather Wright to finish out the term of Library Board Trustee vacated by Taryn Massa on February 28, 2013.  Heather’s appointment will run to October 2015.  Councilman Magnelli moved to approve Heather Wright’s appointment to the Library Board for the City of Gooding starting immediately to October 2015.  Motion seconded by Councilman France.  Motion carried unanimously.  Heather was welcomed to her new position on the Library Board.

Facility Planning Study- Alternative Selection:  The City of Gooding published notice of a public hearing regarding the Facility Planning Study on April 4^th & 11^th in City’s official newspaper.  A copy of the plan was available at City Hall beginning April 4, 2013 for review and written comments were accepted for a period of fourteen (14) days following this date.  After considering public comment, Councilman France moved to approve the Facility Planning Study as written and the City approves the recommended Alternative 3a which includes 3 new ground water wells, a managed aquifer recharge and withdrawal project, and upgrade of undersized distribution pipes.  Motion seconded by Councilwoman Houser.  Motion carried unanimously.

Managed Surface Water Recharge:  An evaluation of the feasibility of a managed recharge mitigation project for the City of Gooding has been completed.  The primary finding of the study was that the project appears to be feasible, and if approved would provide mitigation for the City’s current and reasonably anticipated future groundwater usage.  Brockway Engineering submitted an estimate to prepare the required applications and the development of the formal mitigation plan and technical analysis as required by the Idaho Department of Water Resources on a time-and-materials basis with a not-to-exceed amount of $11,253.

Councilman France moved to accept the estimate from Brockway Engineering to prepare the required applications and the development of the formal mitigation plan and technical analysis as required by the Idaho Department of Water Resources on a time-and-materials basis with a not-to-exceed amount of $11,253.  Motion seconded by Councilman Magnelli.  Motion carried unanimously.

Planning and Zoning Commission:  The City Council discussed lowering the number of members required on the Planning and Zoning Commission from seven (7) members to five (5) members.  Attorney Craig Hobdey will prepare the revised ordinance for the next meeting for the Council to discuss.

Fireworks for July 4^th Celebration:  Public Works Director Todd Bunn presented a bid from Fireworks West Internationale for $2,000 for the Fourth of July Celebration.  Councilman Magnelli moved to accept the bid from Fireworks West Internationale for $2,000 worth of fireworks.  Motion seconded by Councilwoman Houser.  Councilpersons Houser and Magnelli voted aye, France, abstained.  Motion carried.

Addresses Displayed on Homes:  There are many homes in Gooding that do not display their addresses on their homes.  This makes it difficult for the police, ambulance and fire department to find a specific address in the event of an emergency.  Fire Chief Brandon Covey mentioned the volunteer firemen may work on this project as time allows.  Heather Wright mentioned the Eagle Scouts may be willing to take on part of this issue as an Eagle Scout Project.

AIC Annual Youth Program Conference:  City of Gooding intern Kallie Shadwick would like to attend the AIC Annual Youth Program Conference to learn to work with local elected officials, accurately identify, understand and respect the feelings of others, develop skills to identify and solve problems and ethical dilemmas, learn how to work as a team, develop a positive self-concept, create a positive mental attitude, recognize the importance of school and community service and learn how to delegate and include others effectively.  The registration fee is $280.  This covers lodging, transportation at the conference, workshops, materials, all meals and activities during the conference.

Councilman France moved to allow City of Gooding Intern Kallie Shadwick to attend the AIC Annual Youth Program Conference from June 19-22, 2013 for a cost of $280.00.  Motion seconded by Councilman Magnelli.  Motion carried unanimously.

Department Reports

Mayor Duke Morton:  None

Police Chief Jeff Perry:  None

Fire Chief Brandon Covey:  None

Public Works Director Todd Bunn:  Public Works Director Todd Bunn clarified that the engineering fees for the baseball field improvements were not paid out of the airport fund even though the airport engineer created the drawings; those charges were paid out of the parks department.

City Clerk Morri Hall:  None

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned.

BUDGET WORKSHOP- 6:00PM
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING- 7:00 PM
308 5^th Ave West
May 6, 2013

BUDGET WORKSHOP AGENDA- 6:00 pm  

1.        Budget work session for Fiscal Year 2013-2014

• Go over ending numbers for Fiscal Year 2011-2012
• Project ending numbers for Fiscal Year 2012-2013
• Discuss major department expenditures for Fiscal Year 2013-2014

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA- 7:00 pm

Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance
Changes to the Agenda In Accordance with Idaho Code 67-2343 Sec 4 (b)

Consent Calendar –The consent calendar includes items which require formal council action, but which are typically routine or not of great controversy.  Council members can approve the items listed on the consent calendar as one item or, if finding a correction needs to be made, can pull that item for discussion.

1. Approve Minutes for April 15, 2013 Meeting
2. Accounts Payable
3. Payroll
4. Delinquent Accounts to Collections
5. Building Permits
   

Visitor Business

1. Ramon Perez- Request to put tables out on the sidewalk at 116 4^th W 

Public Input – Mayor acknowledges those in attendance.  This section of the agenda is reserved for citizens wishing to address the Council regarding a city-related issue.  The council does not take any action or make any decisions during public comment.  Any item requiring Council action must be placed on the agenda of an upcoming council meeting.  Comments related to public hearings should be held for that public hearing.  Comments regarding performance by city employees are inappropriate at this time and should be directed to the Mayor by appointment after tonight’s meeting.   

Unfinished Business

1. Lincoln Inn Parking Lot Lease
2. Customer Service Policy
3. Gooding Dog Group

New Business

1. Library Director- Cindy Bigler
2. Resolution 222- Revision of Health Reimbursement Account
3. Ordinance 680- Amending number of members on the Planning Commission- 1^st reading
4. 9^th Ave West

Department Report

Mayor and Council –

Police Chief Jeffery Perry – Fire Chief Brandon Covey – Public Works Director Todd Bunn – City Clerk Morri Hall

Executive Session – If Necessary –Idaho Code 67-2345

NOTICE

Budget Work Session

The Mayor and Council

Will meet Monday,

May 6, 2013

TIME:   6:00 p.m.

PLACE: Gooding Municipal Building

308 5^th Ave West

Meetings Are Open to the Public

Any person requiring special accommodations should call City Hall five days prior to the meeting.  208 934-5669

Agenda:

Budget work session for Fiscal Year 2013-2014

• Go over ending numbers for Fiscal Year 2011-2012
• Project ending numbers for Fiscal Year 2012-2013
• Discuss major department expenditures for Fiscal Year 2013-2014

The regular meeting of the Mayor and Council of the City of Gooding, Idaho was called to order at 7:00 pm in the Gooding Municipal Building, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding, Idaho on April 1, 2013.

 Roll Call

 Present were Mayor Morton, Councilpersons Arkoosh, France, Houser and Magn

Visitors

Present were Alfie Eichholz, Ken Worthington, Richard Fife, Paul Koonce, Julia Oxarango-Ingram and Times News Reporter Kimberlee Kruesi.

Changes to Agenda (Idaho Code 67-2343 Sec 4 (b))

None

Consent Calendar

(Consent Calendar contains items which require formal Council action, but which are typically routine or not of great controversy.  Council members can approve the items listed on the consent calendar as one item or, if finding a correction needs to be made, can pull that item for discussion.  There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar.)

Mayor Morton asked, “Consent Calendar Items numbered are before you, are there any items to be removed?”  There being no objection, Councilman France moved to approve:

1. Minutes of the March 18 & 25, 2013 meetings
2. Accounts payable in the amount of $84,847.87
3. Payroll in the amount of $101,983.99
4. Building Permits

Motion seconded by Councilman Arkoosh.  Motion carried unanimously.

Visitors Business

Southern Idaho Rural Development- Julia Oxarango-Ingram:    Southern Idaho Rural Development (SIRD) is a division of Region IV Development Association, Inc. (RIVDA).  SIRD provides community development, economic development assistance, downtown revitalization, business financing and more to rural cities.  Last week, Mrs. Oxarango-Ingram was given a tour of the City by Mayor Duke Morton and she has ideas for growth and the economic development in the City of Gooding.  She asked the Council to consider becoming an active local partner with SIRD for a yearly cost of $2,000.00.  The Council will take Mrs. Oxarango-Ingram’s offer under advisement.

Hagerman Business Center- Valrea Farnsworth:  Valrea Farnsworth was not present.

Fiddler’s Inc.:  Fiddler’s Inc, a non-profit Idaho corporation dedicated to preserving old time fiddle tunes and honoring the folks past, present and future who contribute to the musical history of America has been designated by the National Old Time Fiddlers as host for the 2013 Idaho State Fiddler’s Championship.  The Idaho State Fiddler’s Championship will be held in conjunction with the 100^th Anniversary of Gooding County and the Western Heritage Gathering and Ranch Rodeo Celebration on Saturday June 29, 2013 at the Gooding County Fairgrounds at 8:00 am.  The contest is open to all fiddlers without regard to age, race, ethnic background, religion or sex.  For more information on the Idaho State Fiddler’s Championship, please contact Dennis Koyle at 934-4269 or email idahofiddlersinc@gmail.com. 

Fiddler’s Inc will be hosting a benefit dinner and entertainment on Saturday April 27, 2013 at the American Legion Hall in Gooding, ID from 5:45 pm to 8:30 pm.  Entertainment will be provided by nationally acclaimed singer, songwriter and poet Ernie Sites with Matt Renner.  Marilyn and Dan Neal will cater a dinner of smoked beef tenderloin, smoked chicken, potato salad, cowboy beans, dinner rolls with butter, peach cobbler, chocolate cake, lemonade, tea and coffee.  Tickets can be purchased from Paul Koonce (358-0902) and Dolores Koonce (316-0883) for $18.00 each and will help fund the 2013 Idaho State Fiddler’s Championship.

Public Comment

Mr. Alfie Eichholz addressed the Council regarding the cost of dog licenses.  He feels the Council should charge $10.00 per neutered dog and $12.50 per unneutered dog.

Unfinished Business

Lincoln Inn Parking Lot Lease:  The Lincoln Inn is $358.99 behind in rent for the City owned parking lot.  Mayor Morton wrote a letter to the new owner to meet with the Council to discuss writing a new lease for the parking lot.  The council tabled this agenda item pending a discussion with the new owner.

Water Improvement Project:  In the March 4, 2013 meeting, the Council moved to explore options for a revenue bond election in September.  The Council has learned that revenue bonds will be voted on during the general election on November 5, 2013.  Councilman Arkoosh moved to explore options for a revenue bond election for the water and irrigation system improvements for the November 5, 2013 election.  Motion seconded by Councilman Magnelli.  Motion carried unanimously.

Gooding Dog Group:  On March 18, 2013, Nan Reedy addressed the Council regarding the adoption of dogs in Gooding as well as Municipal fees associated with dogs.  Mrs. Reedy suggested the City lower the cost to license dogs from $10.00 per dog to $10.00 for unneutered/unspade dogs and $5.00 for neutered/spade dogs.  Mrs. Reedy also suggested that the Council add a line in the current dog ordinance #666 stating that if an approved dog rescue group exists and the vet deems the impounded dogs fit for adoption that the dogs are to be given to the dog group instead of being euthanized.  The Council has tabled with item until a separate work session can be schedule to discuss it further.

New Business

Schedule Public Hearing- Facility Planning Study:  The City of Gooding will hold a public hearing on April 15, 2013 at City Hall, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding ID at 6:00 pm.  The public hearing is to present the Gooding Facility Planning.  The main purposes of the meeting are to explain the proposed upgrades to the drinking water delivery system, costs involved, potential financial impacts on the public and to solicit verbal and written comments beginning April 4, 2013 for review.  Written comments will be accepted for a period of fourteen (14) days following this date.  After considering and addressing comments, the City Council will select an alternative and document the selection.  The notice will be published in the Times News on April 4^th & 11^th, 2013.

Customer Service Policy:  The customer service policy puts in place fair and equitable policies to ensure the financial health and stability of the City of Gooding.  The Council has tabled this item until a separate work session can be scheduled to discuss it further.

Arbor Day Proclamation:  Mayor Morton proclaimed May 2, 2013 as Arbor Day for the City of Gooding.  He encouraged citizens to celebrate Arbor Day, to support efforts to protect our trees and woodlands and urged all citizens to plant trees.

An Arbor Day event is currently scheduled for Thursday, May 2^nd, outside the main office at the Gooding High School, 1050 7^th Ave West, at 9:30 am.  The City of Gooding will be participating with the Mayor’s proclamation that will also satisfy the Tree City USA requirements. Gary Bates with the Idaho Arbor Day Foundation will also speak briefly. The Wood River RC&D will provide refreshments  and the Gooding Soil Conservation District will be sponsoring a team of FFA students that will leave the school directly  after the ceremony to plant a windbreak along Highway 46 just south of Gooding.  Nan Reedy, part-time librarian, will take care of photos and provide an article to the Times-News, Hub City News, Camas Courier and will also be available online on the City’s webpage.  No costs to the City of Gooding are anticipated at this time.

Budget Workshop:  Budget Workshops for Fiscal Year 2013-2014 were scheduled for May 6, 2013 and May 20, 2012 at 6:00 pm in the Gooding Municipal Building, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding, Idaho.

Spring Cleanup Week:  Spring Cleanup Week was set as April 22-26, 2013.  The city will pick up yard waste, clippings, limbs, leaves, etc.

Gooding High School- Graduation Party:  The Gooding High School will be hosting a graduation party on May 25, 2013 at 6:00 pm.  The Graduation Committee approached Councilman Arkoosh and requested a $100.00 donation from the City of Gooding. Councilman Arkoosh stated he has a conflict of interest as his son is in the graduating class.  Councilman Magnelli stated he has a conflict of interest as his grandson is in the graduating class.  Police Chief Perry and Fire Chief Covey both support the donation stating they have not had fatalities caused by underage drinking at the Senior Graduation Party since the School started hosting the “sit-in” party.

Councilwoman Houser moved to donate $100.00 to the 2013 Gooding High School Graduation Party.  Motion seconded by Councilman France.  Councilman France and Councilwoman Houser voted aye.  Councilman Arkoosh and Councilman Magnelli abstained.  Motion carried.

Idaho Chapter of PRIMA:  City Clerk Hall asked the Council’s permission to attend the Idaho Chapter of PRIMA’s 2013 Spring Training on April 30, 2013.  Permission was granted.

Authorization for Mayor’s Signature- BLM Application:  The Mayor needs authorization from the Council to sign the BLM right-a-way application in order to move forward with the Water Recharge Project.

Councilwoman Houser moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the BLM right-a-way application for the Water Recharge Project.  Motion seconded by Councilman Arkoosh.  Motion carried unanimously.

Authorization for Mayor’s Signature-  Sale of Airport Land Closing Documents:  The Mayor needs authorization from the Council to sign the closing documents for the sale of airport land.

Councilwoman Houser moved to authorize the Mayor to sign the closing documents for the sale of approximately 160 acres of real property located in the Northwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 6 South, Range 14 EBM, Gooding County, Idaho, the subject property consists of vacant land and does not have an address, but it is situated at the northwest corner of 1600 East and 2000 South, Gooding County, Idaho.  Motion seconded by Councilman Arkoosh.  Motion carried unanimously.

Authorization to use 21^st Ave for Access:  The Fire Chief Brandon Covey needs authorization for the Rural Fire District to use 21^st Ave E. to access the new land donated to the Fire Department. 

Councilwoman Houser moved to allow the Rural Fire District to use 21th Ave. E. to access the new land donated to the Fire Department.  Motion seconded by Councilman Arkoosh.  Motion carried unanimously.

Department Reports

Mayor Duke Morton:  Mayor Duke Morton reported he will be meeting with the Community Development Planner from Jerome tomorrow regarding economic development.

Police Chief Jeff Perry:  Police Chief Perry reported the City has been approved for a grant to put an alarm system in the Municipal Building at 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding, ID 83330.  The ongoing cost for monitoring will be $180.00 per year.  Chief Perry submitted the police department stat report.

Fire Chief Brandon Covey:  No report.

Public Works Director Todd Bunn:  No report.

City Clerk Morri Hall:  Submitted letters and notices of interest to the council.

Executive Session:  Councilman France moved to adjourn into executive session in accordance with Idaho Code 67-2345 Section (f) to communicate with legal counsel.  Motion seconded by Councilman Arkoosh. Upon roll call, Councilpersons Arkoosh, France, Houser and Magnelli voted aye.  Motion carried.

The meeting reconvened at 8:30 p.m.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned.

PUBLIC HEARING- 6:00 pm

The purpose of the public hearing is to present the Gooding Facility Planning Study.  The main purposes of the meeting are to explain the proposed upgrades to the drinking water delivery system, costs involved, potential financial impact on the public, and to solicit verbal and written comments regarding the alternatives under consideration.  A copy of the plan was available at City Hall beginning April 4, 2013 for review and written comments were accepted for a period of fourteen (14) days following this date.

1. Public Comment
   

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA- 7:00 pm

Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance
Changes to the Agenda In Accordance with Idaho Code 67-2343 Sec 4 (b)

Consent Calendar – The consent calendar includes items which require formal council action, but which are typically routine or not of great controversy.  Council members can approve the items listed on the consent calendar as one item or, if finding a correction needs to be made, can pull that item for discussion.

1. Approve Minutes for April 1, 2013 Meeting
2. Sign Permit- Romero Valencia- 337 Main Street

Visitor Business

Public Input – Mayor acknowledges those in attendance.  This section of the agenda is reserved for citizens wishing to address the Council regarding a city-related issue.  The council does not take any action or make any decisions during public comment.  Any item requiring Council action must be placed on the agenda of an upcoming council meeting.  Comments related to public hearings should be held for that public hearing.  Comments regarding performance by city employees are inappropriate at this time and should be directed to the Mayor by appointment after tonight’s meeting.

Unfinished Business

1. Lincoln Inn Parking Lot Lease
2. Customer Service Policy
3. Schedule Work Session- Customer Service Policy
4. Gooding Dog Group
5. Budget Workshop- Reminder
6. Spring Clean-up- Reminder
7. Southern Idaho Rural Development- Julia Oxarango-Ingram

New Business

1. Library Director- Pat Hamilton
2. Library Board- Heather Wright
3. Facility Planning Study- Alternative Selection
4. Managed Surface Water Recharge
5. Planning & Zoning Commission
6. Fireworks for July 4^th Celebration
7. Addresses Displayed on Homes
8. AIC Annual Youth Conference

Department Report

Mayor and Council –

Police Chief Jeffery Perry – Fire Chief Brandon Covey – Public Works Director Todd Bunn – City Clerk Morri Hall

Executive Session – If Necessary –Idaho Code 67-2345

April 15, 2012
6:00 p.m.
Public Hearing

Place:  Gooding Municipal Building – 308 5^th Ave West – Gooding, Idaho

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, by the City of Gooding, Idaho, will hold a public hearing on April 15, 2013 at City Hall, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding at 6:00 pm.  The purpose of the public hearing is to present the Gooding Facility Planning Study.  The main purposes of the meeting are to explain the proposed upgrades to the drinking water delivery system, costs involved, potential financial impact on the public, and to solicit verbal and written comments regarding the alternatives under consideration.  A copy of the plan is available at City Hall beginning April 4, 2013 for review.  Written comments will be accepted for a period of fourteen (14) days following this date.  After considering and addressing comments, the City Council will select an alternative and document the selection.

The special meeting regarding irrigation of the Mayor and Council of the City of Gooding, Idaho was called to order at 6:00 pm in the Gooding Municipal Building, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding, Idaho on March 25, 2013.

Roll Call

Present were Mayor Morton, Councilpersons Arkoosh, France, Houser and Magnelli.

Employees

Present were Tim Weaver, Mitch Rogers, Todd Bunn and Morri Hall.

Visitors

None

Changes to Agenda (Idaho Code 67-2343 Sec 4 (b))

None

Purpose

The purpose of the special meeting was to discuss the operation of the irrigation system.  The council evaluated the hours of operation, reduction of overtime, concerns of water being left in the system overnight, and the irrigation of large acreages.

After discussing the issues the Council instructed Bunn, Weaver and Rogers to work on reducing the amount of overtime the irrigators are accumulating. They are to monitor the ditch riders and evaluate the amount of time individual property owners are using water.  They were also instructed to keep track and log the amount of time employees from other departments work on irrigation. The logs will also need to keep track of the equipment from the other departments used on the irrigation department.

The council reviewed the irrigation operation policy that was established by the Mayor and Council in 1992. It became apparent this policy was never implemented and we still have the same problems now that we had in 1992.  It was decided to monitor the operation of the 2013 irrigation season and determine how to implement and enforce this policy for the 2014 season.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned.

Pursuant to Idaho Code 50-1807 the Irrigation Board of Corrections public hearing was opened at 6:00 pm on March 18, 2013 in the Municipal Building at 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding, Idaho.

Roll Call:  Present were Mayor Morton, Councilpersons Arkoosh, France, Houser and Magnelli

Purpose:  The purpose of the hearing was to correct irrigation assessments as may be deemed necessary.  Assessments were mailed; notification of the Board of Corrections meeting was given on the irrigation bills and published in the City’s legal newspaper.

David White- 505 Nevada Street:  Mr. White addressed the Council to let them know there is flooding from the main irrigation diversion box that waters his yard.  Although it was fixed last year, it is broken again.  Mr. White also reported that he does not like the debris in the irrigation water as it clogs up his pump and hose.  He would rather see the City put in a piped system so residents can hook up their own sprinklers to it.

Peter Levdanskiy- 133 Wyoming Street & 334 8^th Ave West:  Mr. Levdanskiy was not present.

Austin Rasmussen- 610 8^th Ave East: Mr. Rasmussen addressed the Council to let them know he has a sprinkler system and does not intend to use the irrigation water.  He does not feel it is right that he has to pay for irrigation water he doesn’t use.  Public Works Director Todd Bunn explained that his property has access to the irrigation system and as part of an irrigation district residents are required to help pay for the irrigation system even if they choose not to use it.

Lonny Kulhanek- 541 Montana Street & 530 3^rd Ave West:  Mr. Kulhanek asked the Council why the fees for the irrigation assessments on his properties were so different from one another.  One assessment is for $79.82 and the other is for $28.80.  City Clerk Morri Hall explained that his property at 530 3^rd Ave West does not have access to the irrigation water; therefore, he is only charged a book keeping fee of $9.60 per lot.  He has 3 lots.  Mr. Kulhanek feels $9.60 per lot is too expensive for a book keeping fee.  Public Works Director Todd Bunn explained that the book keeping fees were established in the 1960’s.

There being no further business, the hearing adjourned.

Public Auction

Pursuant to Idaho Code 50-1402 a public auction to sell approximately 160 acres of real property located in the Northwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 6 South, Range 14 EBM, Gooding County, Idaho, the subject property consists of vacant land and does not have an address, but it is situated at the northwest corner of 1600 East and 2000 South, Gooding County, Idaho.

Roll Call

Present were Mayor Morton, Councilpersons Arkoosh, France, Houser and Magnelli. 

Visitors

Present were Patricia Southfield, Edwin Southfield, Cindy Gillette, Rusty Gillette, Lucinda Rogers, Arie Roeloff, Morgan Meyers, Alfie Eichholz and Greg Hirai.

Pursuant to Idaho Code 50-1402 a public auction to sell approximately 160 acres of real property located in the Northwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 6 South, Range 14 EBM, Gooding County, Idaho, the subject property consists of vacant land and does not have an address, but it is situated at the northwest corner of 1600 East and 2000 South, Gooding County, Idaho and having given public notice, Mayor Morton opened the auction on March 18, 2013 at 6:30 pm at City Hall, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding, ID. City Attorney Hobdey went over the rules for the auction.  The sale will include the pivot currently on the property and the minimum bid, pursuant to the appraisal shall be Seven Hundred Thirty Thousand Dollars ($730,000).  The successful bidder must deposit $10,000.00 earnest money with the City prior to 4:30 pm Tuesday March 19, 2013.  The Sale must close prior to May 10, 2013.  In the event the successful bidder fails to pay the earnest money by 4:30 pm on March 19, 2013 or fails to close the sale by May 13, 2013, the City reserves the right to either cancel the Sale and reschedule the auction or offer the property to the next higher bidder.  Hobdey declared the auction open with the bidding to start at the $730,000.00.  Public auction ended with a closing bid of $1,010,000.00 given by Morgan Meyers on behalf of Robert and Kathi Meyers.  The next highest bid of $1,009,000.00 was given by Rusty and Cindy Gillette.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned.

Regular Meeting

The regular meeting of the Mayor and Council of the City of Gooding, Idaho was called to order at 7:00 pm in the Gooding Municipal Building, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding, Idaho on March 18, 2013.

Roll Call

Present were Mayor Morton, Councilpersons Arkoosh, France, Houser and Magnelli.

Visitors

Present were Nan Reedy, Alfie Eichholz, George Dains, Ken Huber and JoAnn Doerr.

Changes to Agenda (Idaho Code 67-2343 Sec 4 (b))

None

Consent Calendar

(Consent Calendar contains items which require formal Council action, but which are typically routine or not of great controversy.  Council members can approve the items listed on the consent calendar as one item or, if finding a correction needs to be made, can pull that item for discussion.  There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Council Member or a member of the audience requests removal of the items from the Consent Calendar.)

Mayor Morton asked, “Consent Calendar Items numbered are before you, are there any items to be removed?”  There being no objection, Councilman France moved to approve:

1. Minutes of the March 4 & 13, 2013 meetings

Motion seconded by Councilman Magnelli.  Motion carried unanimously.

Visitors Business

Gooding Dog Group- Nan Reedy:  Nan Reedy addressed the City Council to give an update on the progress of the Gooding Dog Group.  The group started 12/24/2011 and has prevented 93 impounded dogs from being euthanized by finding homes for adoption.  The Idaho Humane Society has been donating dog food for those who can’t afford it.

Mrs. Reedy suggested the City lower the cost to license dogs from $10.00 per dog to $10.00 for unneutered/unspade dogs and $5.00 for neutered/spade dogs.  This would give citizens an incentive to neuter/spade their dogs.  On the Gooding Dog Group website, Mrs. Reedy is willing to help encourage citizens to neuter/spade their dogs and purchase their dog tags from the City of Gooding.

Mrs. Reedy also suggested that the Council add a line in the current dog ordinance #666 stating that if an approved dog rescue group exists and the vet deems the impounded dogs fit for adoption that the dogs are to be given to the dog group instead of being euthanized.

The Council is pleased the Gooding Dog Group has prevented 93 impounded dogs from being euthanized by finding homes for adoption and will take her suggestions into account.

Public Comment

George Dains commended the City on the Sale of Airport Land.

Unfinished Business

Lincoln Inn Parking Lot Lease:  Mayor Morton wrote a letter to the new owner to meet with the Council to discuss writing a new lease for the parking lot.  The council tabled this agenda item pending a discussion with the new owner.

Water System:  A work session regarding irrigation was scheduled for March 25, 2013 at City Hall, 308 5^th Ave West, Gooding ID at 6:00 pm.

New Business

Customer Service Policy:  The customer service policy puts in place fair and equitable policies to ensure the financial health and stability of the City of Gooding.  Mayor Morton asked the Council to take home a copy of the customer service policy and to bring suggestions and comments to the next meeting.

Proclamation- Fair Housing Month:  Mayor Morton proclaimed April as Fair Housing Month.  The City of Gooding supports equal opportunity for all-regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status or national origin.

Declaration of Surplus Vehicles:  Public Works Director Todd Bunn addressed the Council regarding two 1977 Ford F-700 dump trucks (serial # F70EVY89739 & F70CVEH2008) and an Elgin Pelican Sweeper (serial # S5486S).  These three surplus vehicles need to be taken to the scrap yard.

Councilman Arkoosh moved to declare two 1977 Ford F-700 dump trucks (serial # F70EVY89739 & F70CVEH2008) and an Elgin Pelican Sweeper (serial # S5486S) as surplus vehicles to be scrapped for metal.  Motion seconded by Councilman France.  Motion carried unanimously.

Department Reports

Mayor Duke Morton:  No report.

Police Chief Jeff Perry:  Police Chief Jeff Perry reported that his department has been working closely with the Gooding County Sheriff’s Office regarding the homicide reported over the weekend.  They have interviewed 27 different people and the suspect was apprehended within 18 hours.  Chief Perry also reported that citizens need to lock their homes, garages and cars.  There have been quite a few robberies in unsecured garages and residences.  The department is also investigating the vandalism of mailboxes and street signs that happened over the weekend from 12^th and Main and to the South.  Chief Perry discussed a bid from Pinnacle Technologies, LLC for a security system for the City Municipal Building.  He has looked into Homeland Security Grants to help pay for the system.  When he has the full details, he will bring the information back to the Council.

Fire Chief Brandon Covey:  Fire Chief Brandon Covey reported that he, his team, and the County have been working to clean up and gain access to the new property donated to the fire department.  Chief Covey asked for permission to attend the Idaho Fire Chief Association meeting in May.  Councilman Magnelli moved to grant Fire Chief Brandon Covey permission to attend the Idaho Fire Chief Association meeting in May 2013.  Motion seconded by Councilman Arkoosh.  Motion carried unanimously.

Public Works Director Todd Bunn:  No report.

City Clerk Morri Hall:  No report.

Executive Session:  Councilman France moved to adjourn into executive session in accordance with Idaho Code 67-2345(b) to hear complaints or charges brought against a public officer, employee or staff member.  Motion seconded by Councilman Arkoosh. Upon roll call, Councilpersons Arkoosh, France, Houser and Magnelli voted aye.  Motion carried.

The meeting reconvened at 8:00 p.m

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned.