City of Jerome | minutes | meeting 2026-06-02 | City Council Regular Meeting
source: https://www.ci.jerome.id.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06022026-769

June 2, 2026 
 
This regular meeting of the Jerome City Council was called to order by Mayor Barber at 
5:30 p.m.  The meeting was also held by teleconference, conducted via Zoom, and was made 
available to all members of the public in a format that allowed all participants to hear the 
meeting, including all deliberations by members of the Council and other speakers addressing the 
council, whether in person or via virtual connection, and to comment if so desired, all of which 
was noted in the agenda, email, and notices at council chambers and on the city’s website. 
 
Present: Mayor Christopher Barber, Councilman Jason Peterson, Councilman Bryan 
Craig, Councilman Dale Ross, and Councilwoman Jeri Ahrens.   
 
Also present were staff members:  City Attorney Ted Larsen, City Clerk Bernadette 
Coderniz, City Administrator Mike Williams, Public Works Director Jon Caton, City Engineer 
Tyson Carpenter, Wastewater Superintendent Brad Henry, Building Official Kortnie Kent, 
Accounting and Budget Manager Lori McCrae, Planning and Zoning Manager Ida Clark, IS 
Director Carlos Hernandez, Fire Chief Mike Harrison, and Police Chief Duane Rubink.   
 
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 
 
Mayor Barber led the audience in recitation of the pledge of allegiance. 
 
 
INVOCATION: 
 
An invocation was given by Evangelist Taylor Gonzales with the Calvary Life Church in 
Jerome. 
 
AMENDMENT TO AGENDA: 
 
Mayor Barber spoke of the amendment to the agenda, to add “Transfer of Darigold 
Wastewater Permit.”  This item was not received timely for the agenda at the time of posting. 
 
Councilman Ross made the motion to add an item to the agenda, which was received 
after the deadline to post, to add ‘Transfer of Darigold Wastewater Permit.”  Second to the 
motion was made by Councilman Peterson.  After consideration, the motion passed unanimously 
by the following vote:  AYES:  Councilman Craig, Councilman Ross, Councilman Peterson, and 
Councilwoman Ahrens.  NAYS: None. 
 
CONSENT CALENDAR: 
 
Those items contained in the consent calendar are as follows: 
1. Approve the minutes of the May 19, 2026 regular meeting and May 19, 2026 special 
meeting  
2. Approve purchase of two (2) 2026 Ford Police Interceptors, $89,954.54 
3. Approve Park Reservation for the annual Freedom Fest/America250 celebration at 
ICCU and Veteran’s Memorial Parks on June 27, 2026  
 
Councilman Ross made the motion to approve the consent calendar as presented.  Second 
to the motion was made by Councilman Peterson.  After consideration, the motion passed 
unanimously by the following vote:  AYES:  Councilman Craig, Councilman Ross, Councilman 
Peterson, and Councilwoman Ahrens. NAYS: None.

PRESENTATION REGARDING JOE MAMA’S CAR SHOW: 
 
Carl McEntarffer appeared before the Council to discuss the upcoming Joe Mama’s Car 
Show.  The show was relocated this year due to pending construction downtown, and Mr. 
McEntarffer spoke of the burnout contest, a big draw for attendees, and concerns due to the new 
street and parking lot at Founder’s Park.  Extensive discussion ensued between Mr. McEntarffer 
and the Council, and they discussed the following:  alternate locations for the burnout out (not 
feasible if not near the park); the condition of the asphalt road after the annual burnouts; 
aggregate that was stripped out after previous burnouts; marks on Main Street from previous 
burnouts (not all caused by Joe Mama’s); the relocation of the burnouts from Main Street to 
Buchanan due to Idaho Transportation Department restrictions; the option of holding the burnout 
on 100 feet of the new road where Candlelight Park once stood; the option of speaking with the 
Jerome Recreation District (JRD) board about using the park’s parking lot; and, the limited 
number of alternative routes for traffic at Founder’s Park if the burnout is held there.  Mr. 
McEntarffer stated that a new event will be held at the park, “Rugrat Racers” that will consist of 
kids ages 3-10 racing battery-powered cars.  Upon inquiry by Mayor Barber, Mr. McEntarffer 
stated that a meeting with the Joe Mama’s board will be held on June 20th, and Councilman Craig 
advised that Mr. McEntarffer advise the Council of any decisions made by the board. 
 
J-U-B ENGINEERING SERVICES AGREEMENT: 
 
Mr. Williams stated the information is not ready for presentation and recommended that 
the item be tabled for a future event. 
 
 
CARNICERIA EL CASO BEER SALES FOR OFF-PREMISES CONSUMPTION: 
 
Ms. Coderniz stated Ms. Medina applied for a license to sell beer for off-premises 
consumption at her new store, Carniceria El Caso located at 124 E Yakima, Ste. 124-D, Jerome.  
She has submitted a copy of her state license and is in the process of obtaining her county 
license.  The fee to be collected will be prorated for two months as the license will only be valid 
through July 31st; Ms. Medina will need to apply for a renewal by July 15th.  The new city license 
will not be issued until all building and fire inspections have been passed.  Upon inquiry by 
Councilman Craig, Ms. Kent stated the facility does not have sit-down seating, and Ms. Coderniz 
stated the request is to sell beer only for off-premises consumption. 
 
Councilman Craig made the motion to approve the application from Melissa Medina dba 
Carniceria El Caso for the sale of beer for off-premises consumption 124 E Yakima, Ste. 124-D, 
contingent upon paying all required fees, providing copies of their County license and passing 
building and fire inspections.  Second to the motion was made by Councilman Peterson.  After 
consideration, the motion passed unanimously by the following vote:  AYES:  Councilman 
Craig, Councilman Ross, Councilman Peterson, and Councilwoman Ahrens.  NAYS: None. 
 
TRANSFER OF DARIGOLD WASTEWATER PERMIT: 
 
Mr. Williams stated Actus Nutrition (formerly Milk Specialties Global) had advised they 
would be acquiring the Darigold facility; part of the purchase is the acquisition of the “Indirect 
Discharge Control Mechanism” (also known as a wastewater permit) with the City of Jerome.  
The Jerome Municipal Code allows for the transfer of the permit to a new owner.  Mr. Williams 
noted that the wastewater permit for Jerome Cheese was transferred to Agropur several years

ago.  He stated Actus Nutrition will be required to comply with the existing permit, no new flow 
nor loading limits will be granted as part of the transfer, and Actus Nutrition will be allowed to 
operate the facility in a manner consistent with historical operations.  Mr. Williams stated that, 
within twelve months, a new layer of pre-treatment will be added to their facility.  He spoke of 
the provision in allowances for the transfer including a 90-day notice, but staff did not find this 
requirement necessary considering the transfer is for the ownership of the permit under the same 
limits and same operations.  Mr. Williams stated Todd Hughes with Darigold was present for any 
questions.  Upon inquiry by Councilman Craig, Mr. Williams confirmed the facility will be 
operated in the same manner but under new ownership. 
 
Councilman Ross made the motion to approve the transfer of Darigold’s Indirect 
Discharge Control Mechanism (waste water permit) to Actus Nutrition effective June 10, 2026.  
Second to the motion was made by Councilwoman Ahrens.  After consideration, the motion 
passed unanimously by the following vote:  AYES:  Councilman Craig, Councilman Ross, 
Councilman Peterson, and Councilwoman Ahrens.  NAYS: None. 
 
COUNCIL REPORTS: 
 
Councilwoman Ahrens announced the Carl Nellis Day of Service will be held on 
September 12th, and advised that a list will be created consisting of properties needing assistance 
and owned/occupied by the elderly, disabled or veterans.   
 
DEPARTMENT REPORTS: 
 
Mr. Williams stated he was pleased to attend the meeting. 
 
Ms. Coderniz expressed appreciation to the Council for allowing her to attend the 
International Institute of Municipal Clerks conference.  She spoke of the strength in working with 
over 800 men and women from all over the world who understood the clerk’s position.  
Councilman Barber spoke of Ms. Coderniz’s efforts in her position and thanked her for all that 
she does. 
 
ADJOURNMENT: 
 
There being nothing further to discuss, Mayor Barber adjourned this June 2, 2026 regular 
meeting of the Jerome City Council at 5:52 p.m. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
By: 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Christopher Barber, Mayor 
Attest: 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bernadette Coderniz, City Clerk