City Council met in regular session on October 17, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
Mayor Lester presided:
Councilmembers present:
Mike Peterson
Beryl Grant
Scott Winkler
Dylan Canaday
Pete Lane
Amy Farris
City employees present were City Administrator Kennedy, Public Works Director Mager, Chief Newman and Attorney Green.
MINUTES: The meeting was called to order and the Council minutes of October 3rd were approved as presented by Councilor Peterson, second by Councilor Canaday. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
VISITORS: Ted Lindsley, Idaho County Commissioner was present to let the Council know the commissioners are trying to reactivate the Airport Advisory Committee. He is inviting the council to recommend a citizen to be on the committee by December 1st.
POLICE AND ANIMAL CONTROL REPORT: Chief Newman reported the City had 81 calls for service and 34 reports taken.
PUBLIC WORKS REPORT: Public Works Director Mager spent them month finishing up all the projects from August and September and they are getting ready for winter.
ON STREET PARKING OF TRAILERS 9-2-15: The draft ordinance was submitted to the Council. The current draft was rewritten after additional research stating trailers and motor homes could not be stored on a city street. The stored definition is three consecutive nights on any city street from 2:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. The revision also included allowances for temporary stays in recreational vehicles. Councilor Peterson asked if the city had a towing contract or needed to arrange one. Councilor Lane questioned how the three nights would work and was concerned about enforcement. Attorney Green stated there had to be specific times and if cited, the officer will have to testify. Ted Lindsley asked if a neighbor could complain if it’s been parked too long. Councilor Grant stated yes, that’s what happens already. Councilor Winkler stated the proposed ordinance allows for enforcement and addresses most issues. There will always be someone that tries to get around the code. Councilor Grant felt it was better than what Clarkston is proposing and actually gives people some leeway. Matt Seaver questioned if there was an allowance for construction trailers? Administrator Kennedy stated a permit is in the code proposal. Councilor Lane questioned why commercial purposes is in the definition of a utility trailer. Attorney Green explained how it is interpreted for section 5A. Councilor Grant felt the proposal was logical and seems fair. There is no need for a snow ordinance as they only have 72 hours. Public Works Director Mager was happy he had written authority to move things if needed and will work with city hall when necessary. Councilor Lane was still concerned about the definition of a utility trailer and didn’t want it to be only for commercial uses. Attorney Green understood Lane’s concern’s and the council agreed to a change in the definition to remove commercial use.
ORDINANCE NO. 960
(Ordinance No. 960 in its entirety on file in the City’s Ordinance File)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GRANGEVILLE PROVIDING FOR THE AMENDMENT OF TITLE 9 CHAPTER 2 SUBSECTION 15 (9-2-15) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF GRANGEVILLE TITLED PARKING, STORAGE, AND OCCUPANCY OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES, TRAILERS, AND MOTOR HOMES; RELATING TO THE PARKING OF TRAILERS AND MOTOR HOMES; PROHIBITING THE CONTINUED OCCUPANCY OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES; PROHIBITING THE PLACEMENT OF STORAGE CONTAINERS; PROVIDING FOR CITY ISSUED PERMITS FOR UTILITY TRAILERS AND FOR THE TEMPORARY OCCUPANCY OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES BY NONRESIDENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR THE ORDINANCE BECOMING EFFECTIVE UPON ITS PASSAGE, APPROVAL, AND PUBLICATION.
On motion by Councilor Peterson, second by Councilor Grant that the first reading be approved, that the rules be suspended, the second and third readings be waived and the ordinance be approved and adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: YES: Canaday, Farris, Winkler, Lane, Grant, Peterson. NO: none. The motion passed. Mayor Lester then declared Ordinance No. 960 duly approved and adopted.
BILLS: The 21-22 bills, in the amount of $216,416.85 and the 22-23 bills in the amount of $108,316.81 were approved and ordered paid out of their respective funds, on motion by Councilor Peterson, second by Councilor Canaday. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
TRANSFER BEER AND WINE: On motion by Councilor Winkler, second by Councilor Farris to approve the transfer of Jim’s Market Inc. d/b/a Cash & Carry Foods to Riggins Whitewater Market, Inc. d/b/a Cash & Carry Foods pending state approval. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING REGARDING THE POUND: On motion by Councilor Winkler, second by Councilor Farris to approve the Memorandum of Understanding regarding the pound. ROLL CALL VOTE: YES: Canaday, Farris, Winkler, Lane, Grant, Peterson. NO: none. The motion passed.
ICDBG FUND REQUEST #3: On motion by Councilor Winkler, second by Councilor Peterson to authorize the Mayor to sign ICDBG Fund request #3 in the amount of $8,966. ROLL CALL VOTE: YES: Canaday, Farris, Winkler, Lane, Grant, Peterson. NO: none. The motion passed.
OPEN CONTAINER: It is proposed to repeal Section 6-1-16 Uncapped, Opened or Unsealed Alcoholic Beverages. Attorney Green explained the police department doesn’t use the open container law. If people are intoxicated, fighting or yelling so as to cause a disturbance they get a ticket for that. There are other codes used to enforce problems related to alcohol if there is an issue. It is the behavior that the chief needs to deal with, not having an open container. Mayor Lester stated there haven’t really been issues with open containers at this time. Class reunions, music in the park, softball and family and friend gatherings currently occur without issues. Councilor Grant felt this was redundant and there are existing laws in place that can be used. Attorney Green will prepare an ordinance to repeal this section for the next meeting.
APARTMENTS IN THE BUSINESS DISTRICT OF COMMERCIAL ZONE: Administrator Kennedy explained the current code restricts new private residences in the business district of the commercial zone. Kennedy felt the council should discuss and it is becoming popular to revitalize downtowns by having apartments in those areas. The council would need to decide what they would like to allow: apartments, duplex or single-family homes. Councilor Grant stated the city needs housing, so why should we restrict it. Mayor Lester stated parking could be an issue. Public Works Director Mager stated, Main Street currently has restricted parking at night. ITD may have some restrictions that could affect a single-family home. Councilor Farris stated there is a shortage of space and thinks the city should allow the property to be used. Mayor Lester felt there was an issue if people start backing out onto Main Street from homes. Councilor Winkler didn’t think people would want to build a single-family home on Main. Mayor Lester agreed apartments should be allowed but asked the council to think about single family and duplexes over the next couple weeks.
EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK: City Administrator Kennedy explained the Snowhaven benefits from the old Snowhaven handbook were added to the City handbook, and the Snowhaven handbook will no longer exist. The only change is discounted season passes for spouse and dependent children are now allowed the first year of employment. On motion by Councilor Farris, second by Councilor Canaday to approve the amendment adding Snowhaven benefits to the employee handbook. Amy, Dylan approve. ROLL CALL VOTE: YES: Canaday, Farris, Winkler, Lane, Grant, Peterson. NO: none. The motion passed.
PROCLAMATION: Mayor Lester proclaimed Operation Greenlight for Veterans November 7-13, 2022.
TOWER PROPERTY TOUR: The Council felt a tower tour could occur during the next watershed tour during nice weather.
CATERING PERMIT: On motion by Councilor Winkler, second by Councilor Peterson to approve the catering permit for Three Mile Group for the Chamber After Hours event at Umpqua Bank at 147 W Main Street on October 18, 2022 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm. ROLL CALL VOTE: YES: Canaday, Farris, Winkler, Lane, Grant, Peterson. NO: none. The motion passed.
The meeting adjourned at 7:25 P.M.
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Wes Lester – Mayor
ATTEST:
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Tonya Kennedy – Clerk
