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September 8, 2015 Regular Meeting

The City Council met in regular session on September 8, 2015 at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall.

Mayor Walker presided:

Councilmembers present:

Scott Winkler
Mike Peterson
Beryl Grant
Shelley Dumas
Pete Lane
Wes Lester

City employees present were Chief Drew, Public Works Director McFrederick, Clerk Kennedy and Attorney Green.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MINUTES:  The meeting was called to order and the minutes of August 17th were approved as presented by Councilman Peterson, second by Councilman Winkler.  Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

PUBLIC HEARING ON 2015-16 BUDGET:  Clerk Kennedy reviewed all the budget numbers for 2015-16, including fee increases in street light, water and sewer.  No public comments were received and the hearing was closed.

VISITORS:  Daley Clinton and Gail Williams represented Adam Schatz request to sell fruit at Pioneer Park.  Gail explained he is providing the fruit as a service to the community.  He provided the insurance to City Hall and he doesn’t want to do it during the Farmers Market as it may take away from what others are doing. Attorney Green referenced 10-3-10 for the Council and didn’t feel it would be a good idea to make an exception.  Gail said he’d be happy setting up on private property.  No action taken.

Melisa Bryant representing the Regional Animal Shelter, wanted to find out if the executive plan and budget submitted was sufficient information.  They are looking at a habitat for humanity type thrift shop rather than a retail store.  They did research throughout the state and found four shelters of our size to compare.  They are tentatively planning two employees; one director, a supervisor for the thrift shop and everything else is volunteer labor.  The first thing they need to do is secure site.

Councilman Winkler stated they are looking for about 1 acre.  Public Works Director McFrederick stated there are 4 acres available by the plant.  Councilman Winkler asked what direction the wastewater treatment plant would need to expand in the future.  McFrederick felt the plant would expand in the interior.  Winkler questions how much is the grant they would apply for and he was concerned about the restrictions they might have.  Melisa responded they would plan to have the city review the grants to make sure no restrictions are placed on the funds.  Councilman Lane questioned if the 1,000 square foot thrift store was included in the 3,000’ square foot shelter.  Melisa explained it would be in addition. Councilwoman Grant asked about adoptions funds and the donation line item.  Melisa explained the adoption fees help cover costs of preparing the animal for adoption and the donation amount is a good estimate from talking with Animal Ark and their collections in the past.  Councilwoman Dumas thinks the trend everywhere is for these types of facilities.  In limited research she hasn’t come across a shelter that has failed.

Melisa stated she’d like to come back in a few weeks to request the property.

QUILT WALK:  Jody Hoogland wanted to request permission to have the Alders set up their trailer for meals and drinks at Heritage Square during the event.  The Chamber is providing the free pancake breakfast.  Mayor Walker suggested allowing any vendor to be at the event as long as they have insurance and the sales tax forms. On motion by Councilwoman Dumas, second by Councilman Winkler to allow Jody Hoogland to determine an event coordinator and open Heritage Square to other vendors.  Motion carried, Councilman Lester voting no.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:  Councilwoman Grant explained the council committee met with Rural Fire to negotiate a new agreement.  The council committee felt the rent agreement should be tied to the water hydrant fee.  If water rates increase, the rent would go up the same percentage.  Councilman Lester said whether rural fire trucks are in the City station or not, the utilities would remain the same. Kevin VanGunten with Rural Fire was present and stated they were fine with the agreement.  On motion by Councilman Winkler, second by Councilman Peterson to adopt the Rural Fire Agreement.  Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

Fire Department Report for August 3rd, August 10th and August 24th were accepted on motion by Councilman Peterson, second by Councilman Lane.  Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

Mayor Walker stated after last meeting he was accused of being liar so he wanted to clarify the use of the Grangeville buffalo fire truck.  The firemen promote the City of Grangeville during the Christmas season.  The truck needed repaired and the bill came through in June for $930.55 and was approved by the council.  No one questioned the bill.  In July an email was sent out with Councilwoman Grant and Bob Mager about maybe taking the truck off the City books.  Councilwoman Grant stated this was due to Rural Fire agreement discussions over space in the fire department.  Mayor Walker found out on August 14th.  Mayor Walker stated Chief Tackett let him know there would be another bill coming on the truck as it is back in Cox’s shop.

ORDINANCE NO. 902

(Ordinance No. 902 in its entirety on file in the City’s Ordinance File)

AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2015, APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $4,761,322.00 TO DEFRAY THE EXPENSES AND LIABILITIES OF THE CITY OF GRANGEVILLE FOR SAID FISCAL YEAR; AUTHORIZING A LEVY OF SUFFICIENT TAX UPON THE TAXABLE PROPERTY AND SPECIFYING THE OBJECTS AND PURPOSES FOR WHICH SAID APPROPRIATIONS ARE MADE.

On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Lane 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: Dumas, Winkler, Lester, Lane, Grant, Peterson.  NO:  none.  The motion passed.  Mayor Walker then declared Ordinance No. 902 duly approved and adopted.

ORDINANCE NO. 903

(Ordinance No. 903 in its entirety on file in the City’s Ordinance File)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GRANGEVILLE PROVIDING FOR THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 8-5-3-1 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF GRANGEVILLE RELATING TO SEWER RATES; PROVIDING FOR INCREASE IN SEWER RATES AND INCREASING THE RATES OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF GRANGEVILLE; PROVIDING FOR THE RETENTION OF THE REMAINDER OF SECTION 8-5-3; PROVIDING FOR THE ORDINANCE BECOMING EFFECTIVE UPON ITS PASSAGE, APPROVAL, AND PUBLICATION; AND, PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.

On motion by Councilman Peterson, second by Councilman Lester 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: Dumas, Winkler, Lester, Lane, Grant, Peterson.  NO:  none.  The motion passed.  Mayor Walker then declared Ordinance No. 903 duly approved and adopted.

ORDINANCE NO. 904

(Ordinance No. 904 in its entirety on file in the City’s Ordinance File)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GRANGEVILLE PROVIDING FOR THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 8-5-5 OF THE GRANGEVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO METER RATES; INCREASING METER RATES BY A FOUR PERCENT (4%) RATE; REPEALING ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND, PROVIDING FOR ORDINANCE BECOMING EFFECTIVE UPON ITS PASSAGE, APPROVAL AND PUBLICATION.

On motion by Councilman Peterson, second by Councilman Winkler 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: Dumas, Winkler, Lester, Lane, Grant, Peterson.  NO:  none.  The motion passed.  Mayor Walker then declared Ordinance No. 904 duly approved and adopted.

RESOLUTION NO. 244

(Resolution No. 244 in its entirety on file in the City’s Resolution File)

The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Peterson who moved for its adoption.  Second by Councilman Lane.

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF GRANGEVILLE PROVIDING FOR AN INCREASE IN STREET LIGHT FEES PURSUANT TO GRANGEVILLE CITY CODE SECTION 8-4-3.

ROLL CALL VOTE:  YES: Dumas, Winkler, Lester, Lane, Grant, Peterson.  NO:  none.  The motion passed.  Mayor Walker then declared Resolution No. 244 duly approved and adopted.

POLICE SALARY SCHEDULE:  On motion by Councilman Lane, second by Councilman Peterson to adopt the police salary schedule as included in the budget.   Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

LIFE CHAIN SUNDAY:  On motion by Councilman Peterson, second by Councilman Lester to accept Life Chain Sunday on October 4, 2015 from 2:30 pm-3:30 pm.  Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

PIONEER PARK ROCKS:  Councilwoman Grant explained Liz Clark wanted to donate the two Pioneer Park Rocks from several years ago.  On motion by Councilman Winkler, second by Councilman Lester to accept the two rocks donated by Liz Clark.  Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

The meeting adjourned at 8:55 P.M.

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Bruce Walker – Mayor
ATTEST:
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Tonya Kennedy – Clerk

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