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City Hall
7/10/06
7:00pm
The regular meeting of the Riggins City Council
was called to order by Mayor Crump. Council present were Anderson,
Harper, McClure and Underwood. Guests present included Ray Payton,
Jeff Joyce and Jerry Kooyers.
The Council was individually polled and all
confirmed that they had read the minutes of the previous meeting.
Councilor Underwood noted a typo on the spelling of her name in one
place in the minutes. Motion was made by Anderson, seconded by
Underwood, to approve the minutes as presented, with the typo
correction. Voting yea, Anderson, Harper, McClure and Underwood.
No nayes.
The financial statement was read detailing
$12,113.63 bills paid after the June meeting, bringing the total
June 2006 disbursements to $25,630.97. Bills in the amount of
$22,930.19 were then read for payment. After discussion, motion was
made by Harper, seconded by Anderson, to approve the statement and
allow the bills. Voting yea, Anderson, Harper, McClure and
Underwood. No nayes. A copy of the financial statement is attached
and hereby made a part of this record.
Idaho County Deputy Ray Payton gave the monthly
police report for June 2006. There were 102 calls in the Riggins
area, 46 of those were City. There were 45 citations issued, with
23 of those in the City. Payton brought up a problem with vicious
dogs in town. These particular dogs have a history of being vicious
and running at large and have mauled and killed other dogs. The
owners are currently out of town, and Payton has four animal-related
citations to present to them upon their return. Payton requested
that the Council contact the City Prosecutor, because he has
dismissed charges made concerning these dogs in the past. Payton
feels that the animals are dangerous and should be removed from town
before they injure another pet, resident or child. After
discussion, the Council agreed that prosecution was needed in this
case, and Mayor Crump and Councilman Anderson agreed to contact
Albers about the problem.
Payton presented a letter from Sheriff
Dasenbrock, requesting a $2,000 increase in the Idaho County Police
contract, bringing the total to $34,000 per year. He cited the
costs of providing law enforcement in Riggins, and wanted to
increase the contract each year until the City was paying the full
costs of one deputy. The Council took the request under advisement,
and will consider it during the budget process.
The draft of the Fire Department Policy and
Procedures was reviewed. Councilor Anderson reported that he and
Fire Chief Dan Catherman has reviewed it and suggested several
changes. Mayor Crump will incorporate those comments in the draft
proposal and bring back to the Council for review.
In other Emergency Services business, Councilor
Anderson reported that they would be installing a new lock system
for the Emergency Services Building. A door key will be stored
onsite, within a combination lock box, to address the problem
firemen or EMTs responding for emergency without the building keys
in hand. He also reported that the Fire Dept shelving material had
been purchased. Anderson also reported that the communications and
dispatch system for the Fire Dept and Dive Team should be addressed,
because the current radios do not work well in the canyon. He
suggested that the Council consider cell phones for the department,
with the members set up on a family plan and individual members
paying for their personal calls above the allotted minutes. Another
dispatching alternative, the private radio system currently being
used by local outfitters and other private citizens including Mark
Hollon, was suggested for investigation. Councilor Anderson will
research these ideas for more information.
The proposed vehicle closure on Williams Street
was discussed. It was agreed that the 25-foot street width had to
be maintained, without encroachment from adjacent property owners.
The City will include the necessary signs in the Street Sign Grant
Project currently underway.
It was reported that Walco would not be seeking
a rate increase for the upcoming budget year. Walco officials
reported that since the city residents would be paying additional
fees to Idaho County, no raise would be requested this year. Walco
also indicated that they would like to proceed with the contract
changes discussed previously, eliminating EU fractions and
increasing bars, cafes and outfitters.
The sewer hookup policy was discussed at this
time. Effective July 1st, the $5 charge for unconnected
hookups will begin. The Council questioned a time limit to hookup
up. It was suggested that if hookups were not made within a year,
an annual charge could be made to keep the hookup application active
or the full monthly fees billed. The question will be researched for
previous regulations and other city’s policies and that information
provided at the next meeting.
It was reported that the new Riggins Motel
owners had visited in the City Hall in regards to their sign that
overhangs the sidewalk. They suggested that a museum monument sign
be placed under the overhang, but when no sign was available for
that use, they suggested a flower planter. This would direct
traffic around the overhang. They were planning to measure the
sidewalk, to see if a planter could be located there, and still
provide the 36” sidewalk width needed to accommodate wheel chair
access.
The link to the City’s website was discussed.
The Clerk reported that the Chamber of Commerce had been contacted
about adding a link to the City, and it was requested that a link to
the Riggins website be requested for the Idaho County Free Press
site, which includes other cities.
Councilor Underwood questioned if Walco had
been contacted about dumping the park dumpster twice a week and
stopping in at City Hall each Wednesday, to check if residential
garbage cans were missed. It was reported that Walco had been
contacted concerning both issues, and Walco indicated that it would
cost the City $222 per month if the park dumpster were picked up
twice each week. (Walco now picks up the dumpster once each week at
no cost to the City.) Since the dumpster is being overused, and
Walco would like to see it removed, they will be contacted about the
possibility of placing green carts for the park use eliminating the
dumpster completely. It was also reported that Walco is stopping in
at the City Hall as requested.
At this time the policy concerning sewer
charges for trailer spaces was brought up. There are several
trailer courts and private residential lots that have spaces for
long-term monthly rentals. RV spaces, those trailer spaces rented
by the day or week (less than 30 days) are charged a monthly sewer
fee (at a reduced rate to consider vacancies, etc.) each month,
regardless if the space if occupied. However, the monthly fees for
long-term trailers have not been charged if the space was empty and
there was nothing hooked into the sewer line. Since there are now a
number of properties that have long-term trailer spaces available,
the question of monthly fees has been brought up. It has been
suggested that, considering the sewer capacity issue and the limited
number of hookups available, that that policy be changed, and
require that all properties hooked into the sewer system, be
assessed the full monthly charge. With limited sewer capacity of
the treatment plant, each hookup reduces the availability of the
number of additional hookups that can be approved. It was suggested
that if the capacity is being reserved for the hookup, the monthly
fees should be assessed. After discussion, it was agreed that more
research should be done, to check into our ordinances and to inquire
how other communities assess properties with vacancies.
The following water and sewer hookup
applications, which were received and paid prior to July 1, 2006,
were read:
(1) Tom States,
Chukar Point #3, #4, residential water and sewer for both lots,
$4350
(2) Steve Sabin,
Chukar Point #1 sewer and #2 both water and sewer $3275
(3) Clyde Hirst,
1112 S, upgrade water to 1”, $100
(4) Travis Hollon,
505 S. 3 long-term trlr spaces, less than 10’, 2.25 EU’s $2418.75
(5) Chuck Wunsch,
650 N. Hart Gulch, 1” water, reduce 4 sewer to 1 $2275 (less
deposit)
(6) Donald Een,
1300 N, one additional residential sewer $1075
These applications were received and paid prior
to July 1, 2006, and were therefore not subject to the increased
hookup fees approved to begin July 1st. It was noted
that the applications approved for Chukar Point were included in the
capacity study, and would not be counted as additional hookups
against the estimated capacity remaining. It was also noted that
letters had been written to all those persons having pending hookup
applications, notifying them of the fee increases, time limits,
etc. All unpaid hookups that had been previously approved were
granted the 90-day grace period (until October 1,2006) to pay the
hookup fees at the old rate. However, nothing had been received
from Mike Blimka concerning his pending applications, which has not
yet been approved. Since the July 1st deadline was past,
his application will now be subject to the new rates. After
discussion, motion was made by Underwood, seconded by Harper, to
approve the water and sewer hookup applications as presented.
Voting yea, Anderson, Harper, McClure and Underwood. No nayes.
Councilor Anderson relayed complaints received
about Salmon River Experience parking. There are cars parking and
blocking private driveways in that area. Idaho County Officer
Payton also indicated that he receives many complaints about SRE,
concerning parking, traffic congestion, loud music, nudity, etc. It
was also noted that ITD was considering curbing the highway in that
area. They felt that elimination of the roadside right-of-way
parking in that area would reduce the hazardous congestion now being
experienced. After discussion, it was agreed that the owner of SRE
should be notified of these parking complaints and other problems,
as well as ITD’s indication that they may curb the area and
eliminate all parking, if there are continued complaints about the
problems.
The 2005-2006 audit was discussed. After
discussion, motion was made by Anderson, seconded by Harper, to
retain the current auditing firm of Gibbons, Scott & Dean for the
2005-2006 audit. Voting yea, Anderson, Harper, McClure and
Underwood. No nayes.
The subject of Alternate Day Sprinkling was
brought up. Public Works Director, Charlie Amell, has indicated
that the recent work in the ditch has been successful, and watering
restrictions for ditch water should not be necessary this year, but
was uncertain about the well water. He suggested that the Council
consider approving the Alternate Day Watering authorization, to be
enacted by the Mayor’s signature if it becomes necessary. It was
also suggested that there be time restrictions in addition to the
Alternate Day system, prohibiting watering during mid-day, for
example 10:00am-5:00pm. The Council agreed, and motion was made by
Harper, seconded by McClure to authorize Mayor Crump to sign the
Alternate Day Watering Resolution, and to add wording to prohibit
mid-day watering, to encourage night-time watering only. Voting
yea, Anderson, Harper, McClure and Underwood. No nayes.
Amell also had inquired about the material the
Council preferred for the park gazebo roof, wood shingles or tin.
After discussion, the Council agreed on a dark brown tin roof. They
asked also that the gazebo’s light fixtures be repaired.
Mike Cook, the NezPerce NF Engineer, has
requested the Council to consider contracting with Walco for two
dumpsters, to be placed in the Heritage Center parking area, for the
rafters and river user’s use. He indicated that the Forest Service
would pay the cost the City incurred in the contract. He felt that
this would alleviate the floaters overuse of Crump Chevron’s private
dumpster. After discussion it was agreed that placing two dumpsters
in that parking area would create an area similar to the Pollock
dump site, with overuse, debris and clutter, and the Council was not
in favor of that suggestion. It was the Council’s opinion that
dumpsters intended for the river user’s garbage should be placed at
or near the take out points, along the river. If that is not
possible, than the NRA property site should be used, as it is out of
town with a large accessible area. Ken Walters was also mentioned
as a contact with possible dumpster sites, and had previously
expressed his interest in the matter.
A Park Use Application was read from Sherrie
Marek, for a Wedding Reception scheduled for 7/22/06, with no
alcohol planned, accompanied by the $100 deposit. After discussion,
motion was made by McClure, seconded by Harper, to approve the
permit. Voting yea, Anderson, Harper, McClure and Underwood. No
nayes.
There being no further business, the meeting
was adjourned at 8:50pm!
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Mayor
Clerk
7/11/06
1:00pm
City Hall
A special meeting of the Riggins City Council
was called to order by Mayor Crump. Council present were Anderson,
Harper, McClure and Underwood.
The purpose of the special meeting was the
budget workshop on the upcoming 2006-2007 budget.
The current rates for contracts, salaries, and
fees, equipment needs, major projects, etc. were reviewed as well as
the current sources of revenues. After discussion the following
were agreed upon for inclusion in the 2006-2007 tentative budget, if
possible:
Property Taxes: $57,270 No Increase, 2005-06
certification plus new construction
Resort Tax: Add new, 5% Hotel-Motel, 2%
Alcohol Beverage & Meals
Water Rates: No change
Irrigation Rates: Increase Lots from $25 to
$37.50, Acres from $30 to $45
Sewer Rates: Increase EU from $17 to $20
Garbage: No change, no contract increase requested, $6000 budgeted
for change in EU assessment for Bars, Cafes, Outfitters and
elimination of fractions of EU’s
Ambulance: Increase Base Rates to $300 City,
$400 Area, $500 Out of Area
Increase
Mileage to $6.05 per patient mile
Library: Eliminate
$7.50 single patron card, all cards now $15 for either single or
family
Fire Dept & Dive Team
Fees: Estimate of new fees
Police Contract: No
change, increase request denied
Mayor-Council Salary:
No change
Employees: 4%COL
Employees Benefits: No
change
EMTs-Drivers: No
change, $2500 X-Mas Bonus
Major Projects,
Equipment, Grants:
General Fund: $3500
Tree Study, Wellness Center $19,750, $150 Arbor Day (all grants)
Ambulance:
$110,000 Vehicle, $1000 Communications, $3687 Equip, $2500 Training
(grants)
Fire Dept: $100,000
Firetruck, $35,000 Snuffer, $10,000 4X4 Truck, $2000 Hose, $3000
Communications (all grants)
Dive Team: $45,000
Boat, $1000 Communications (grants)
Street Dept: Sign
Replacement Project $6990 (grant)
Sewer: $37,000 Engr
Study ($20,000 grant proposed), RAS Repair, Seal $1000
Well St Lift Station
$4900, Blower Repair $375
Water: $6000 Meter
Replacement, $1000 Electric Box Install, $1000 Wellhouse meter
Library: $350 DVD
Recorder
Irrigation: $1000 Levy
Repair
Budget requests not
approved for inclusion: Library Carpet, Exterior City Hall
Painting, Police Contract Increase, Handicap Van (and/or grant), No
major park improvements.
Mayor Crump requested
that further research be done on the cost of well pump impellors and
those costs also included in the budget if necessary. The Clerk
will also research the possibility of including speed indicator sign
in traffic sign project.
The proposed tentative
budget will be prepared for review at a special City Council meeting
scheduled for 1:00pm, July 27, 2006.
There being no further
business, the special meeting was adjourned.
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Mayor
Clerk
7/27/06
City Hall
1:00pm
A special meeting of
the Riggins City Council was called to order by Mayor Crump.
Council present were Anderson, Harper and McClure. Councilor
Underwood was absent.
The purpose of the special meeting was to
review the budget proposal prepared based upon items agreed upon and
recorded in minutes of special meeting 7/11/06.
After review of the
proposed budget, the following changes were made:
Resort Tax
– Changed to 4% on Hotel-Motel, with 2% Alcohol & Meals, estimated
revenue of $33,643 (April-Sep 07) based on Economy Strategy Plan
information, with all Revenue budgeted to General Fund the first
year, per Auditor’s recommendation
Well Pump Reserve
Contribution
– Increased from $1000 to $2500
Well Pump Impellors
– No specific line item, cost will be deducted from capital reserve
if it necessary to replace them.
Sewer Fund
– Fund total corrected with addition of $17,000 Sewer Engr Study and
Increased Capital Reserve
The 2006-2007 budget
proposal, as amended above, totaled $1,315,475, as follows:
General Fund
$650,728
Street
Fund 25,956
Library
Fund 21,356
Recreation
Fund 15,035
Water
Fund 310,400
Sewer
Fund 225,000
Sanitation
Fund 67,000
After review, motion
was made by Harper, seconded by McClure, to approve the 2006-2007
Tentative Budget totaling $1,315,475 and set the public hearing on
the budget proposal and proposed fee increases for the regular
August meeting, August 14, 2006, at 7:00pm, and to advertise the
notices of public hearing scheduled for both the budget and fee
increases, twice in the Idaho County Free Press, as required by
Idaho Code. Voting yea, Anderson, Harper and McClure. No nayes.
A copy of the $1,315,475 budget proposal, by line item, is attached
and hereby made a part of this record.
There being no further
business, the special meeting was adjourned.
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Mayor
Clerk
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