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City Council Minutes
SPECIAL & REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Special Session: 6:00 PM
Regular Session: 7:00PM
City Hall Chambers
1401 Overland Avenue, Burley, Idaho
1.
CALL TO ORDER – SPECIAL MEETING at 6:00p.m.
Mayor Ormond called the special meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. A quorum was present.
Council in attendance(X)
Mayor Steve Ormond
X
Councilmember Janet Hansen
X
Council President Casey Andersen
X
Councilmember Kimberli Seely
X
Councilmember Craig Mills
X
Councilmember Raulan Young
X
Councilmember Jim Powell
X
Staff in attendance (x):
City Administrator Brett Boyer
X
Sexton Dave Allred
City Clerk
Elois Joseph-
Pieterse
X
Engineer Bryan Reiter
X
City Attorney Dave Shirley
X
Shop Foreman Rick Garner
Economic Development Brent Carver
X
Electrical Supervisor Floyd Thomas
Human Resources Carol Anderson
Parks Supervisor Brent Winn
WW Treatment Dustin Raney
X
Librarian Tayce Robinson
Golf Pro Scott Draper
Sanitation Supervisor Eric Pufal
Engineer Dave Waldron
Sheriff's Dept.
Sher. Jarrod
Thompson
Street Supervisor Korky Blackner
Sheriff's Dept.
Lt. Michael
Phillips
Airport Kevin Gebhart
Fire Chief Shannon Tolman
Building Department Gary Pawson
Deputy Fire Chief Casey Harman
P&Z Administrator Spencer McArthur
X
Fire Captain Jonathan Ostler
Guest participants present: Brandon Mauseth, Oregon Potato Company – Pasco, Washington; Brian
Wilson, Gossner Foods- Burley, Idaho; Shawn Burton, High Desert Milk - Burley, Idaho; Miguel Rementeria,
Gem State Processing- Burley, Idaho.
4.
DISCUSSION: Workshop: Further discussion on methods and plans for
construction of new Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant
Brett Boyer
City Administrator
Dustin Raney
Wastewater
Superintendent
Brett Boyer introduced the item including the following:
•
This project is at the top of the city’s priority list
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The city is working with the producers to include them in conversations and work
toward a solution
•
City’s goal is to encourage economic development and encourage good companies
in the City of Burley.
Brandon Mauseth from Oregon Potato Company (OPC), Pasco Washington plant discussed
the following as it related to the Pasco plant project:
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The pros and cons of the Pasco plant.
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The lessons learned from OPC’s experience with the plant.
•
Shared candid feedback on the deficiencies with the process and breakdown of
conversation and inclusion during implementation of the plant.
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Concerns with the proposed long-term contract in the Pasco project
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Concerns regarding whether producers met performance criteria and
communication breakdown
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Struggle with the digestor resulting in less production of gas than expected
Discussion ensued regarding the concerns with the long-term contract. Clarification was
provided.
It was suggested that it would be best to have collaboration with the City, Burnham, and the
producers, to maximize the profitable outputs and outline expectations. Early coordination
with all involved parties was emphasized.
Brett Boyer discussed the rates provided by the FCC rate study. It is the City’s intention to
eventually move Suntado LLC from utilizing the Municipal to the Industrial plant.
The Mayor invited those producers present to share their feedback.
Comments on proposed rate schedules:
Brian Wilson from Gossner Foods, Burley, Idaho:
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Substantial increases noted with the proposed fee schedule, even with Schedule A.
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Schedules B and C (higher rates) would be unsustainable.
Shawn Burton from High Desert Milk, Burley, Idaho:
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The business brings economy to the area and dollars are spent in the Mini-Cassia
area.
•
Dairymen will have to front costs if increases occur
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With the higher fee structures proposed, High Desert Milk would have to look for
alternate places for their wastewater.
Miguel Rementeria, Gem State Processing, Burley, Idaho:
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Business supports local growers and suppliers.
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Emphasized all entities working together
Discussion ensued on the funding, including the potential $20 million from the government,
tax credits, and gas sales and production. Funding was further discussed.
The city will also focus on protecting the facility long-term in the case the facility is leased to
a private company.
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Gossner and High Desert Milk noted that they do not anticipate needing increased capacity
with the improvements to the Industrial Plant. Additional capacity will be for new producers.
The special meeting adjourned at approximately 7:01p.m.
5.
CALL TO ORDER-REGULAR MEETING at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Ormond called the regular meeting to order at approximately 7:16 p.m. A quorum was present.
Council in attendance(X)
Mayor Steve Ormond
X
Councilmember Janet Hansen
X
Council President Casey Andersen
X
Councilmember Kimberli Seely
X
Councilmember Craig Mills
X
Councilmember Raulan Young
X
Councilmember Jim Powell
X
Staff in attendance (x):
City Administrator Brett Boyer
X
Sexton Dave Allred
City Clerk
Elois Joseph-
Pieterse
X
Engineer Bryan Reiter
X
City Attorney Dave Shirley
X
Shop Foreman Rick Garner
X
Economic Development Brent Carver
X
Electrical Supervisor Floyd Thomas
X
Human Resources Carol Anderson
X
Parks Supervisor Brent Winn
WW Treatment Dustin Raney
X
Librarian Tayce Robinson
Golf Pro Scott Draper
Sanitation Supervisor Eric Pufal
Engineer Dave Waldron
Sheriff's Dept.
Sher. Jarrod
Thompson
Street Supervisor Korky Blackner
Sheriff's Dept.
Lt. Michael
Phillips
Airport Kevin Gebhart
Fire Chief Shannon Tolman
Building Department Gary Pawson
Deputy Fire Chief Casey Harman
P&Z Administrator Spencer McArthur
X
Fire Captain Jonathan Ostler
Water Superintendent Benton Palmer
X
Guest participants present: Shawn Burton, citizen.
6.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Invocation was led by Councilmember Young followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
5.
ACTION ITEM: Consent Calendar: items 5.a. through 5.d.: Items on the Consent Calendar are to be
routine and enacted by one motion. Any item may be removed for discussion and made a
part of the regular agenda at the request of a member of the Council. Any request shall be
made after the Consent Calendar is read and before action is taken.
5. a. Approval of minutes from: January 6, 2026, Special & Regular City Council
Meeting.
5.b. Bills Payable in the amount of $ 871,032.19
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5.c. Payroll ending on 01/09/2026 for $435,674.84
5.d. Approval of 2026 1st Quarterly Treasurer’s Report
The consent calendar was read in full.
MOTION: Councilmember Andersen moved to approve the consent calendar as presented.
Councilmember Seely seconded the motion. A roll call vote was conducted.
Seely Aye
Young Aye
Andersen Aye
Hansen Aye
Mills Aye
Powell Aye
All present voted in favor of the motion. Motion carried 6 to 0.
6.
ACTION ITEM: Acceptance of the street dedication of 13th Street from J.P.W.,
LC and allow Mayor to sign
Dave Waldron
City Engineer
Bryan Reiter, City Engineer presented this item.
• A map of the area was shared
• This is the last pending dedication for 13th Street
• The project allows for the Industrial Wastewater line to Suntado and other potential
producers.
• The sewer main will be completed first.
Discussion ensued on whether this would impact the Parke Avenue project. The Railroad
crossing was discussed.
MOTION: Councilmember Powell moved to approve the item as presented and allow the
Mayor to sign. Councilmember Young seconded the motion. A roll call vote was conducted.
Andersen Aye
Powell Aye
Mills Aye
Seely Aye
Young Aye
Hansen Aye
All present voted in favor of the motion. Motion carried 6 to 0.
7.
ACTION ITEM: Approval of maintenance agreement for the 208 interchange
Dave Waldron
City Engineer
This item was tabled for a future meeting.
No action was taken on this item.
8.
ACTION ITEM: Purchase of three ¾ ton pickup trucks for the water department
Bryan Reiter
City Engineer
Benton Palmer, Water Superintendent, presented the item, including the following:
•
In the last fiscal year, there was amount budgeted for two trucks, but only one was
purchased.
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The existing truck (to be replaced) with the service bed will go to the Streets
Department. The other two trucks will be passed on to other departments that need
them.
•
The purchase will be made through Young Motors.
MOTION: Councilmember Powell moved approve the item as presented and allow the
Mayor to sign. Councilmember Morgan seconded the motion. A roll call vote was
conducted.
Andersen Aye
Powell Aye
Mills Aye
Seely Aye
Young Aye
Hansen Aye
All present voted in favor of the motion. Motion carried 6 to 0.
9.
ACTION ITEM: Approval of Waterway Improvement Grant for replacement of
boat dock wall at River’s Edge Park Marina.
Brent Carver
Assistant City Administrator
Brent Carver presented the item, including the following:
•
Grant is due by January 30, 2026.
•
Pre-requisites are required before application, including “public involvement” which was
defined in the grant as a website post or public comment at an open meeting. Brent
Caver requested if the Mayor would entertain public comment at this meeting to meet
that requirement. The Mayor was in favor of allowing the request.
•
Engineer Dave Waldron estimated $263,284.31 to replace the compromised wall at the
dock area as well as adding rock in front of the wall to prevent erosion.
•
Grant allows for another firm to complete the work, this does not include in-kind work,
but can help increase the chances of being awarded the grant.
•
Required match is approximately $13,000. The county has agreed to pay $10,000, City
will need to provide $3,000.
•
Idaho Watersports has also offered to dedicate time to help move the docks.
•
The contracted work will be awarded through the bidding process.
Discussion ensued regarding the following:
•
Cause of the current deterioration and wall failure. Will the city be using the same
method for the new wall? It was clarified that a concrete buttress with cables (new
process) was recommended.
•
The work will be completed in the Fall of 2026
•
Placing cautions around the area to mitigate injury – City will place caution signs.
•
Whether any permits are required for the implementation of this project or grant:
o
Potential permits were listed as part of the grant application
o
Staff will bring t any major hurdles appear during the process to Council for
consideration
o
Since the wall and rocks are already in place, new permits are likely not required.
The Mayor allowed for any members of the public to share feedback on this project.
Shawn Burton, citizen spoke in favor of the proposed improvements.
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MOTION: Councilmember Seely moved to approve the item as presented and allow the
Mayor to sign. Councilmember Andersen seconded the motion. A roll call vote was
conducted.
Andersen Aye
Hansen Aye
Powell Aye
Mills Aye
Young Aye
Seely Aye
All present voted in favor of the motion. Motion carried 6 to 0
10. ACTION ITEM: Appointment of Burley Development Authority (BDA) members
Mayor Ormond
Mayor Ormond presented his appointments to the BDA including:
o
Current BDA members are:
1. Clay Handy
2. Steve Westfall
3. Jon Anderson
4. Bob Kunau
5. Brent Skaggs
6. Don Dean
7. Gordy Hansen
8. Doug Manning
o
Current BDA members that have requested to resign:
1. Steve Westfall
2. Don Dean
3. Brent Skaggs
o
Mayor’s appointments for BDA:
1. Clay Handy – 4 year term
2. Jon Anderson – 2 year term
3. Bob Kunau – 4 year term
4. Gordy Hansen – 3 year term
5. Doug Manning – 3 year term
6. Bryce Morgan – 5 year term
7. John Craner – 5 year term
o
One vacancy is open and advertised to be filled.
Discussion ensued on the staggered terms.
MOTION: Councilmember Andersen moved to approve the item as presented with the terms
presented. Councilmember Seely seconded the motion. A roll call vote was conducted.
Young Aye
Mills Aye
Seely Aye
Hansen Aye
Powell Aye
Andersen Aye
All present voted in favor of the motion. Motion carried 6 to 0
11. REPORT OF RECENT AND UPCOMING CITY EVENTS
Mayor – thanked the Electrical Department for taking down the Christmas decorations.
Councilmember Hansen thanked Floyd for the opportunity to attend the Electric conference.
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Bryan Reiter gave an update on the upcoming road closures
Spencer McArthur gave an update:
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The City was awarded the America 250 grant. Resolution to follow at a future meeting
•
Zoning changed, new Master plan to be presented at a future meeting
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City’s development of acreage near McCain Foods is underway. Potential to have a City-only transfer
station or gravel pit were mentioned.
12. ACTION ITEM: Adjournment
MOTION: Councilmember Andersen moved to adjourn the meeting. Councilmember
Hansen seconded the motion. A voice vote was conducted.
All present voted in favor of the motion. Motion carried 6 to 0.
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:55 p.m.
City of Burley
/s/
Mayor Steve Ormond
ATTEST:
/s/
City Clerk/Treasurer Elois Joseph-Pieterse
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