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P. O. Box 50220 - Idaho Falls, Idaho 83405 - (208) 612-8414 - www.idahofallsidaho.gov NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Monday, July 27, 2026 City Council Chambers 680 Park Avenue, Idaho Falls, ID 83402 3:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend in person or watch via the livestream at https://www.idahofallsidaho.gov/429/Live-Stream. This meeting may be cancelled or recessed to a later time in accordance with law. If you need communication aids or other physical accommodations to attend or access this meeting, please contact Linda Lundquist, City Clerk, at (208) 612-8414 or Lisa Farris, ADA Coordinator, at (208) 612-8323 prior to the meeting. CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Times listed in parentheses are only estimates. Call to Order and Roll Call CDS, Library Presentation & Discussion: Proposal regarding the old Ferrell’s Building and the Idaho Falls Public Library (45) Action: Council Direction to Staff (or take other appropriate action) City Council, Mayor Discussion: Citywide updates, concerns, questions, reports (10) Action: Council Direction to Staff (or take other appropriate action) Legal Discussion: Draft Ordinance for Certificate of Occupancy, Stop Work Notices and Do Not Occupy Orders (15) Action: Council Direction to Staff (or take other appropriate action) Police Discussion: Flock Safety Contract Amendments (15) Action: Council Direction to Staff (or take other appropriate action) Finance Wrap Up: Budget (20) Action: Council Direction to Staff (or take other appropriate action) Mayor Announcements, Events, Calendaring, Proclamations, Notes and/or Minutes from Boards and Commissions (10) Dated this 23rd day of July 2026 Linda Lundquist, City Clerk City Clerk’s Office GOLF ADVISORY BOARD MEETING WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2026 3:30 P.M. RECREATION CENTER Members in Attendance: K. Kavran, P. Holm, K. Mitchell, C. Focazio, J. Potter, S. Priebe, F. Sica, S. Thomsen, M. Spraktes, J. Graham, D. Stanfield, J. Landon, J. Freeman, B. Bugger, B. McGiff, K. Dayley, L. Mollberg, T. Deane, S. Cline Members Absent: C. Utley, S. Priebe CALL TO ORDER F. Sica called the meeting to order at 3:30pm. ACTION ITEMS Approval of Minutes B. Bugger motioned to approve the November 19th minutes. T. Deane seconded the motion. All in favor. Vote on Golf Board Chairman P. Holm called for nominations for golf chairman. No new nominations were made. J. Freeman motioned to re-elect F. Sica as board chairman. L. Mollberg seconded the motion. All in favor. MANAGER OF GOLF OPERATIONS – K. Kavran K. Kavran reported the following: • Review of the golf employee organization chart. All full-time staff members are back for the season. • K. Kavran reviewed the winter highlights. Patrons were able to golf on Christmas Day. January was the only month of the year there was no golfing. The indoor simulator rounds were way down due to the favorable outdoor weather conditions. • Budget Review. As of the end of March 2026, the total revenue is approximately $1.9 million, which is an increase of $419,000 from last year. Subtracting season pass sales, we have an increase of $225,000 from last year. • Signs will be made and installed at the first tee of every hole on the golf courses that are educational in nature for less experienced golfers. • The major expenses for the fiscal year 2026 include: A new roof at Pinecrest, a redesign of hole #2 at Pinecrest, and a new bathroom at Sage Lakes. • Wheeler Electric is the new range ball sponsor for 2026. • Tee Time Discussion. K. Kavran discussed the current software for booking tee times. There have been some problems with the booking code and so it has been removed for the time being. There was group discussion on tee time bookings and a new software system that K. Kavran is considering. • City Resident Cards. K. Kavran explained why we offer city resident cards and how to obtain one. • The golf associations are building their own websites, and those links will be accessible from the golfif.com website. ASSOCIATION REPORTS Women’s Association – Kym Mitchell K. Mitchell reported the following: • K. Mitchell advised some of the ladies have been upset at losing a day of play for their league, but they are adjusting. • The league had a Meet & Greet on Tuesday, April 28th with a great turnout. • She will have all the league participation numbers in May. • She handed out the league committee schedules to the golf pros. Working Women’s Association – Chera Focazio (reported by Paulette, league Treasurer) C. Focazio reported the following: • The league’s opening social was held on April 28th with 63 members participating. • The league starts May 5th and concludes August 11th. The end of season tournament will take place August 22nd at Pinecrest. • This season league play will be on Tuesdays only. She gave the stats on members added and lost due to the change of the league playing one day a week versus two days a week, as well as the numbers on league members resident status. Men’s Association – James Potter James Potter reported the following: • The men’s league has 548 members. The league lost three board members who have since been replaced. • The men’s opener was April 18th, with 144 participants. • New this season, they will have season long match play bracketed by handicap. • League registration deadline has been extended to May 11th. • They will have a Labor Day weekend tournament at all three courses. Senior Association – S. Priebe (absent) Junior Association – F. Sica F. Sica reported the following: • The Jr. Golf Program will have some changes this year. Instead of the league rotating courses they will play at Sand Creek only. They will be able to play all three courses on Family Day. • This year they will offer two options, an Enhanced Program and the Traditional Program. • Registration for these programs began last week. Participants can register and pay directly on the website. STAFF REPORTS Pinecrest Pro – Sean Thomsen S. Thomsen reported the following: • The carpet in the Pinecrest clubhouse was replaced and new lighting installed. • The bathroom flooded in the basement of the clubhouse, and they are still waiting on a bid for the restoration. • They have two new sponsors this year. • Revenue review. Revenue is up on season pass sales, merchandise sales, daily green fees, cart rentals, etc. • The schedule is busy with many corporate events booked for summer while also keeping weekends open for golfers. Pinecrest Superintendent – M. Spraktes M. Spraktes reported the following: • The course lost trees during the March 14th windstorm. Volunteers from the Phoenix Rising organization helped clean up the course following the storm. • There was no fungus or turf damage from the winter this year. • The #2 tee box has been moved along with the cart path to steer balls away from residential housing. They also planted seven Swedish aspen trees to help direct the play. The staff will also be planting five scrub oak trees and four frontier elm trees for the same purpose. • Course irrigation began at the end of March, first of April. The irrigation system is performing to expectations. • There are plans to renovate the cart path. Sand Creek Pro – J. Graham J. Graham reported the following: • The course is thirty percent up in revenue compared to this time last year. • They already have had 1100 rounds played on the short course. • Ninety percent of the inventory is in. • They have two club fittings next month with Titleist and TaylorMade. • The course has a daily waiting list for walk-ons. Sand Creek Superintendent – D. Stanfield D. Stanfield reported the following: • The course wintered well and the turf is healthy. • The staff has been doing a lot of tree work and work on extending a tee box. • They have a master plan in the works for a new irrigation system. The current system is in bad shape. • The pond on #3 is being converted into a bunker. • The new fairway units have arrived and are working great. • The greens are looking good, and the staff works to reduce moss and patch disease. The Sage Lakes Pro – K. Kavran K. Kavran reported the following: • With the help of his golf pro assistant Cory Payne, they completed winter clubhouse projects including updating all the displays and cleaning out the back room and installing shelving and slat wall. • This is the first year ever that the clubhouse has too many job applicants. They are fully staffed and ready for the season. Sage Lakes Superintendent – J. Landon J. Landon reported the following: • Two pumps have gone out in the last two years. • The ball shed has been re-skirted. • There was some damage from winter play, but the turf is consistently repaired when that happens. • They are rebuilding a new large and elevated tee box on #6. • Staff will be building a new lady’s tee box. • J. Landon is making a consistent effort to keep the irrigation system and the controllers re-paired and working properly as he is aware of the irrigation system issues that have already plagued Pinecrest and Sand Creek. • He has his same work crew back this season along with two new employees. • The tees and fairways have all been fertilized. • He rebuilt the bride on #18. • The staff plans to redeck the bridge on #5, which is twenty-eight years old. • The course lost two trees in the March windstorm. • The lakes have been sealed due to drought and while they are empty, the staff will work on the sink holes. Meeting adjourned at 5:22 pm. Next meeting will be held July 22, 2026 Recorded by: Tracy Sessions, Administrative Assistant, Parks & Recreation WAR BONNET ROUND UP RODEO ADVISORY COMMITTEE Thursday, July 2, 2026 Recreation Center 11:00 a.m. Members in Attendance: K. Jones, K. Staten, B. Robertson, S. Woolstenhulme, B. Skinner, T. Fonnesbeck, M. Warnke, H. Pettingill, J. Stephens, J. Moad, T. Smith, H. Egbert Members not in Attendance: P. Holm, R. Buchan, R. Abreo, C. Price Call to Order K. Jones called the meeting to order at 11:03 Action Items Approval of the June 25th minutes • B. Skinner moved to approve the June 25th meeting minutes. T. Fonnesbeck seconded. All in favor. Vote on War Bonnet “Legend” • K. Jones listed the candidates for the 2027 “Legends”. Following a vote by the committee, Bobby Mariott was chosen. Director Updates – P. Holm (absent) Chair Report/Production – K. Jones K. Jones reported the following: • She reported on the influencers who promoted the rodeo last year and will be attending this year’s event. • Following committee discussion, it was decided to hold the Good, Bad, Ugly meeting on August 20th. Committee Reports Tribal Relations – S. Woolstenhulme S. Woolstenhulme reported the following: • All contracts are out to the tribe. • The Springcreek Drummers have been confirmed. • She asked about moving the timing of the Lord’s Prayer being recited by Frankie. Military Affairs/American Legion – B. Skinner B. Skinner reported the following: • There will be no army personnel as part of the flag display segment, so they will have volunteers from the crowd come into the arena to display the flag while “Proud to be an American” plays in the background • He has the flag sets for the flag girls for this segment. • He has the veterans accounted for except for the two from the tribe. Vice Chair/Hospitality/Sponsorship – K. Staten K. Staten reported the following: • She met with Amanda from Parks and confirmed the tent and meals are being handled. • She confirmed shirts needed for B. Robertson’s crew. • The Wrangler shirts are still on a truck and still need to arrive and be embroidered. • The program is due on Monday, and reviews will start Tuesday July 7th. • She asked K. Jones to promote the Wednesday night Kick-Off event on Facebook and feature the carnival like aspects of the event. • Rado/TV ads start two weeks before the rodeo. • TJ Korkow’s parents will be attending this year. Marketing/Advertising/Tickets – R. Buchan (absent) Facilities & Grounds & Security – J. Stephens & J. Moad J. Moad and J. Stephens reported the following: • They haven’t been contacted yet about the window installation in the Crow’s Nest. K. Staten will contact the installer. • J. Stephens still needs a double-sided Parks and Rec flag ordered. • K. Jones asked if they could install a privacy strip in the back where the cowboys get dressed. J. Moad will handle. Security – T. Smith T. Smith reported the following: • He asked if the committee would like a security vehicle in the front parking area of the arena with lights flashing. The security company had suggested the idea. The committee advised the flashing lights are inappropriate. Communications/Public Information – H. Egbert H. Egbert reported the following: • She is finishing working on program updates and organizing Media Day. Youth Rodeo/Family Night – R. Abreo (absent) Livestock Welfare – B. Robertson B. Robertson reported the following: • Confirmed what crew members he needs to bring for Wednesday’s Kick-Off event. • Confirmed that hay and grain have been ordered. • He requested a weekly schedule for his crew. • Confirmed the break-a-way jackpot is Friday morning. He will need ten swag bags. • He talked to J. Moad about scheduling an animal evacuation drill. • He asked for the list of judges. Finance – C. Price (absent) Outreach – T. Fonnesbeck T. Fonnesbeck reported on the following: • He needs flags for the 4th. K. Staten will get them to him. • He will be pulling Buddy the Dog in the parade. • He’s still pulling together the Rodeo 101 program. Observation Engineer – M. Warnke No updates Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 11:58 pm. Next Meeting to be held Thursday, July 9th. WAR BONNET ROUND UP RODEO ADVISORY COMMITTEE Thursday, July 9, 2026 Recreation Center 11:00 a.m. Members in Attendance: K. Jones, K. Staten, B. Robertson, S. Woolstenhulme, T. Fonnesbeck, H. Pettingill, R. Buchan, R. Abreo J. Stephens. H. Egbert, C. McNeeley Members not in Attendance: B. Skinner, M. Warnke, T. Smith, C. Price, P. Holm Call to Order K. Jones called the meeting to order at 11:03 Action Items Approval of the July 2nd meeting minutes • B. Robertson moved to approve the July 2 meeting minutes. T. Fonnesbeck seconded. All in favor. Director Updates – P. Holm (absent) Chair Report/Production – K. Jones K. Jones reported the following: • She compiled a list of PRCA photographers who are interested in working the War Bonnet. P. Holm had stated that due to all the pics in our digital files, we could skip hiring a photographer this year. There was group discussion of reasons why or why not we should hire one. K. Jones will follow up with the director. • Wade Thornley has been confirmed. • The “Legends” video is confirmed, and we will have it the week before the rodeo. • K. Jones questioned some registration aspects of the Mutton Bustin event and how the participants obtain tickets to enter the rodeo. There was committee discussion. • Rodeo entries closed yesterday and we are full in all events with a huge slack for Wednesday. There will be one more contestant entry day on July 24th. • K. Jones advised that J. Moad wanted thirty minutes during each rodeo to work the arena. Committee members voiced their concerns on that long of a downtime and brainstormed ideas to fill the time. J. Stephens will talk to J. Moad to see if the downtime can be reduced. Committee Reports Tribal Relations – S. Woolstenhulme S. Woolstenhulme reported the following: • The contracts are out. • James Tone confirmed that the tribal participants will be at Tuesday’s rehearsal. • SallyAnn has gotten the contracts signed. • She has figured out the logistics regarding parking and meals. Military Affairs/American Legion – B. Skinner (absent) Vice Chair/Hospitality/Sponsorship – K. Staten K. Staten reported the following: • She has obtained over $300,000 in cash sponsorships. • She invited everyone out on July 24th to wash banners but was then advised by B. Abreo that he has a crew who will wash them for us. • The double-sided Parks & Rec flag has been ordered, and she will be going out to Sandy Downs to make sure all the flags are accounted for. Marketing/Advertising/Tickets – R. Buchan R. Buchan reported the following: • She gave the ticket sales for all three nights. Thursday sales are low, but this happens every year at this time. The Coors Tent numbers are as follows: 15 on Thursday, 46 on Friday, and 62 on Saturday. • The CRC volunteers will be working at the rodeo scanning tickets, handling parking and cleanup. Facilities & Grounds & Security – J. Stephens J. Stephens reported the following: • No arena updates. • J. Moad had an inquiry from the Madison High School band who have volunteered to have our rodeo logo printed on 400 of their shirts if the rodeo pays for it. The committee felt that there is little return for the investment. • He was asked to obtain 100 feet of snow fence. He’ll get it ordered. Security – T. Smith (absent) Communications/Public Information – H. Egbert H. Egbert reported the following: • There was a slight delay with the programs, but she should have them by week’s end. • She’s been receiving a lot of inquiries from media and photographers about attending the rodeo. She asked the committee for some guidance on how many media passes she should distribute and if there should be a cut off. K. Staten advised she has enough and to tell the rest we are full. Youth Rodeo/Family Night – R. Abreo R. Abreo reported the following: • He has everything ordered for the youth rodeo including prizes, belt buckles, trophies, games, etc. • There are seventy-two contestants registered for Mutton Bustin on Wednesday night, with only eleven spots available. • He confirmed whether we were still doing chute doggin and steer riding. He was advised those events are cancelled. Livestock Welfare – B. Robertson B. Robertson reported the following: • The break-away jackpot will start at 8:30 am instead of 9:00 am. • He asked where the vet’s trailer is parked. He suggested we make a reservation sign for Dr. Moulton. • He advised that he needs to be notified when Jason Clemen’s stock arrives. • He reminded the committee that EMS needs to be there for slack and the break-away jackpot. Finance – C. Price (absent) Outreach – T. Fonnesbeck T. Fonnesbeck reported on the following: • The parade went well and he’s received a lot of compliments on the War Bonnet’s entry. • He is dialing in Rodeo 101. • Most of his Mutton Bustin questions were answered earlier in the meeting. Observation Engineer – M. Warnke (absent) No updates Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 12:26 pm. Next Meeting to be held Thursday, July 16th. IDAHO FALLS DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Board of Directors Meeting Minutes DRAFT – June 9, 2026 Date June 9, 2026 Time 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Location Idaho Falls Arts Council, Willard Arts Center, 498 A Street, Idaho Falls Chair Chip Langerak Status DRAFT July Agenda Submitted July 13, 2026 – Submitted to City Clerk ATTENDEES Chip Langerak – Chair Brandi Newton – Treasurer Matt Jacobesen—Vice Chair Kevin Cutler—Immediate Past Chair Jill – Secretary Kerry Hammon—Director Lisa Farris – Grant Admin, City of Idaho Falls Caitlin Long – Planner II, City of Idaho Falls Terri Ireland – Merchant Association Jim Francis – City Council President Ian Hurst – Summer Intern, IFDDC Cheryl Bailey—Summer Intern, IFDDC Also present: BID property owners, downtown business operators, and community stakeholders 1. WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS The meeting was called to order by Chair Chip Langerak. Ian Hurst was introduced as the summer intern for the Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation (IFDDC). 2. REVIEW & APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MINUTES The Board reviewed the meeting minutes from the previous session held on May 12, 2026. ▶ BOARD ACTION Motion: Jill moved to accept and approve the May 12, 2026, meeting minutes as presented. Second: Lisa seconded the motion. Vote: Approved unanimously; no opposition. 3. FINANCIAL REPORT Treasurer Brandi Newton presented the financial report covering April 2026. Key tactical discussion centered around reallocating capital to optimize operational cash flow. Fund Transfer: The Board reviewed the movement of funds from the Idaho Falls Historic Downtown Foundation (including sponsorships) directly into the primary IFDDC checking account to streamline current organizational expenditures. ▶ BOARD ACTION Vote: Financial report reviewed and formally approved; no opposition. 4. DIRECTOR'S REPORT Executive Director Kerry Hammon provided a strategic operational update spanning key downtown modernization initiatives: Business Improvement District (BID) • Reviewed the 2027 BID infrastructure mapping and upcoming property owner assessments. • Outlined multi-year renewal plans, explicit growth goals, and milestones. • Launched the "Future of Downtown" stakeholder survey; marketing channels will continue driving participation to optimize community feedback. • Reviewed strategic planning sessions executed during January and February 2026. Park IF (Parking Management) • Evaluated a usage report for capital parking assets, specifically highlighting Lots A, B, and C. • The City parking lot situated behind Chesbro’s is officially designated as "D Lot" to ease public navigation and logistics. Staff & Board Relationship Building • District Dialogue: The recent Wednesday session was canceled due to low community attendance. • Merchant Alignment: IFDDC staff are actively attending monthly Merchant Association meetings to build tighter operational links. • Intergovernmental Liaison: Director Hammon's recurring strategic alignment sessions continue productively with City Councilmember Jim Francis, alongside targeted synchronization with Chief of Staff Margaret Wimborne. Communications Strategy • The Downtowner community newsletter frequency has been systematically optimized to keep pace with staff workflow capacities. • Director Hammon continues 1-on-1 consultations with individual downtown property and business owners. 5. PROGRAM REPORT & BEAUTIFICATION The Board evaluated current visual impact programs, ongoing contracts, and upcoming milestones: Beautification Framework • Reviewed budget structures and an upcoming contract expiration. • The Board initiated a proactive review of alternative 2028 operational configurations to lower maintenance overhead while retaining strong aesthetic appeal. Public Art • Received status updates regarding the custom Pet Murals project and current Public Art Committee timelines. Downtown Cleanliness • Received an update on seasonal maintenance. • The Board discussed launching regularly scheduled community cleanup actions, actively partnering with downtown property owners, local stakeholder groups, and volunteers. 6. COMMUNITY EVENTS REVIEW & OUTLOOK Director Hammon detailed an agile approach to event staging to match staffing levels and maximize return on investment (ROI): • Resource Optimization: Strategic volunteer integration will serve as the primary solution to mitigate near-term staffing shortages. • Portfolio Right-Sizing: Ladies' Shopping Days has been formally removed from the annual lineup due to declining attendance, increasing structural costs, and low net ROI. Continuous right-sizing metrics will govern future scheduling to match budget capacities. • July Sidewalk Sale: Proposed by merchants; execution is pending final evaluation of staff bandwidth. • B Street Saturday Event: IFDDC presence remains subject to final capacity and resource availability. Upcoming Events Calendar Event Date Time Location July Sidewalk Sale July 2026 (TBD) Pending Downtown B Street Saturday Event Every Saturday Morning- Afternoon B Street Back to School Downtown Disco August 22, 2026 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Broadway Plaza A DAY OF ART-- IFAC Downtown Street Party, Symphony at Freeman Park, etc. September 19, 2026 All Day Downtown Oktoberfest September 26, 2026 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Park Avenue Crawl--Ween October 24, 2026 Starting 7:00 PM Near Civitan Plaza Decorate Downtown (Window/Corridor Prep) November 13– 21, 2026 All Day Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony & Holiday Market November 21, 2026 Trolley 3–5 PM; Lighting 6:00 PM Downtown Shop Small Saturday & Seasonal Trolley November 29, 2026 TBD Downtown Seasonal Trolley Loops Dec 5, 12, 19, 2026 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Civitan Plaza (start/end) Find Santa's Puppy & Bad Santa Pub Crawl December 5, 2026 Details TBD Downtown 7. MARKETING UPDATE • Hyper-Local Infrastructure: Initiated a review to identify business fronts with active interior TV screens suitable for cross-promoting IFDDC activities. Staff will collaborate with the Merchant Association to map assets. • Cinema Branding: Finalized a targeted movie screen marketing contract with the Center Twin Theater. • Corporate Sponsorships: Confirmed Sandhill Media as an official annual media sponsor. • Youth Outreach: Partnering with Community Youth in Action (CYA) to co- develop age-appropriate event marketing aimed at teenagers, utilizing newly launched platforms including TikTok. • Regional Marketing: Reviewing broader regional outreach opportunities, including commercial reader board options for high-impact events (fee scale to be determined). • Annual Reporting – State of Downtown: The event was held on June 2 at the Auditorium on Broadway. While designed for robust property/business owner planning, overall attendance was low despite expanded marketing reach. 8. ADDITIONAL COMMITTEE & PARTNER UPDATES Merchant Association Update Presented by Terri Ireland. Board Direction & Action Presided over by Chair Chip Langerak, establishing clear near-term priorities for staff guidance. Community Grants Program summaries for Community Development Block Grants, Facade Grants, and Sign Grants presented jointly by Lisa Ferris and Director Hammon. City of Idaho Falls Update Briefing delivered by Caitlin Long, Planner II, ensuring alignment with municipal planning frameworks. Open Forum / Stakeholder Comments An open floor was provided for BID property owners, downtown business operators, and community stakeholders to share comments and questions. ▶ BOARD ACTION Chair Chip Langerak presided over the Board Direction & Action, establishing clear near- term priorities for staff guidance. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned. Minutes will be submitted to City Clerk following the July 2026 Board meeting.
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