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City of Kimberly
minutes
City Council march 24, 2026
MEETING minutes
6:00 pm
242 Hwy 30 E., Kimberly, ID 83341
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ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
City Clerk Carrie Kimball took roll call:
Richman- Yes
Ahlm-Yes
Holmgren- Yes
Snarr-Yes
CEREMONIES, ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS
Presentation by Rock Creek Magic Valley Cemetery Caretaker. Current status and future growth.
Greg Bryant, Andrea Bryant
Greg Bryant- Read the following statement. “I am Greg Bryant, the current volunteer manager
and caretaker of Rock Creek/Magic Valley Veterans Cemetery. I am here to inform you of our
proposal to create a Cemetery Maintenance District to secure funding for the cemetery and insure
its long-term care.
Small cemeteries are no longer viable without a funding source to do improvements, purchase
equipment and hire a caretaker. A Cemetery Maintenance District was created for the Filer
Cemetery in 2019 and the West End Cemetery in Buhl has been a Cemetery Maintenance
District for decades. Our proposed District will include residents of Kimberly who live south of
Center Street. The boundaries are from 3700 N to 3100 N and from 3300 E to 3900 E. Hansen
residents south of Highway 30 are in the district.
We are asking for a property tax levy of $16.11 per $100,000 of assessed value, taking into
account the homeowners exemption. The majority of the homeowners would pay less than $50 a
year and nearly all less than $100 a year. Currently our only source of funding is to sell plots and
bury people.
As we are located away from a larger population, there are a limited number of people who want
to buried out in the country. Further affecting the number of people who want to be buried at our
cemetery is the Snake River National Cemetery in Buhl that opened in 2020. Veterans that may
have chosen to be buried at our cemetery now go to the National Cemetery for free. Most people
don’t know that the cemetery is the first public cemetery in this area and dates from the 1870’s.
Our earliest headstone is from 1878 for Anna Jensen, her 8-year-old and 2-month-old daughters.
Many of the pioneer families are buried there, including the Stricker’s, Hansens, Jensen’s,
Crockett’s, Lawrences and many others.
In 1988, the Twin Falls Veterans Organizations had a Military Honors service at the cemetery
and saw that it was in very poor condition and had long been neglected. They decided to clean up
the cemetery and got help from local contractors to take out trees and put in an irrigation system
and straighten and reset headstones. They began to water, mow and care for the cemetery, sell
burial plots and bury people. The last remaining member of the Rock Creek Cemetery
Association then deeded the cemetery over to the Veteran organizations. At that time, there were
many WWII veterans who were just retiring and they thought it would be a good service to the
community and probably never thought it would last this long.
Since the veterans took over the management on a volunteer basis, we have buried 57 more
people in the Rock Creek section and 160 in the Magic Valley Veterans Cemetery section. One
of the unintended consequences of naming the eastern half of the Cemetery the Magic Valley
Veterans Cemetery is that many people think that only Veterans can be buried there. That has
never been true.
We currently have 130 veterans buried in both sections of the cemetery. At least 79 have served
in wars. The first being Herman Stricker in the Civil War, Carl Domrose in the Spanish
American War and Herman’s son, Roland in WWI. In total, we have 320 people currently buried
at the cemetery that we know about. We have names of people who were buried years ago and
either never put up a headstone or it was vandalized. A lot of people probably just put up a
wooden cross, which has long disappeared.
The veterans have now taken care of the cemetery with no compensation for 37 years now and
we can’t keep doing so. We have an aging membership and no one willing, or able to volunteer
the hours needed to run the cemetery. I started volunteering at the cemetery in 2010 and took
over managing it in 2021. Since I took over in 2021, I am averaging 600 hours per year and drive
over 5000 miles a year from my home in Twin Falls. I have had two veterans that have come to
mow on Wednesdays. Now one of them is probably done because of numerous medical
problems. Now I am trying to find someone to take his place.
The Maintenance District is created from the original Rock Creek township from the 1870’s,
when the area was part of Owyhee County. Cassia County was split off in 1879 and Twin Falls
County split from Cassia County in 1907. The town of Rock Creek was the first town in this area
and began in the late 1860’s. By 1871 they had the first Post Office in the area, which lasted until
1925. John Hansen had a store in the town and when railroad came through what is now Hansen
in 1906, he was told they would name the town after him if he moved his store to the new town.
He opened a new store there, but kept his original store in the town of Rock Creek for many
years afterwards. Gradually more people moved to Hansen and the town of Rock Creek began to
die out. With the closing of the Post Office in 1925, the towns days were
numbered.
We feel that the cemetery is an important part of the area’s history and deserves to be protected
and maintained like many other historical sites are.
I have flyers to hand out after the meeting that give links to our Facebook page and our website,
which has more details of the history of the area and the cemetery”
Craig- Thanked Greg for sharing that information, and the upkeep he has done over the years.
He is currently updating his Comprehensive Plan, and what is happening. About 6-7 months ago
the boundaries were changed. He doesn’t have a Map of the cemetery and would like a copy.
He has RCFD and KSD maps already.
Richman- Confirmed it would be on the May19, 2026 ballot.
Snarr- Stated she was fascinated with the history of the Cemetery. She strongly encouraged him
to record that for future generations if he hasn’t already. She offered to help and would like to
get a copy of what he shared and make it into a sharable document. It is well written and thinks
the community would enjoy learning about it.
Carrie- Asked for a copy of the document to ensure it is relayed in the minutes correctly.
AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
None
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT
None
1. CITIZEN ISSUES – PUBLIC INPUT
None
2. PUBLIC HEARINGS RULES - Prior to the start of the scheduled meeting, please place your
cell phones in the silent mode, texting is not allowed during the meeting, due to interference with the
Wi-Fi signal for call in participation. Once the meeting has been called to order, please refrain from
side talking in order to allow everyone the ability to hear the governing board, applicants presenting,
staff, public testimony, in-conjunction with audio recording clarity of the meeting. Public testimony
shall only be permitted at the public podium, unless ADA accommodations are requested. A
testimony sign-up sheet shall be provided at the podium, upon entering the chambers. The public
testimony sign-up sheet shall depict those persons wishing to speak, name, address and e-mail
address.
The sign-up sheet shall be handed to the Mayor, or Council President, following the call to order
section of the agenda. No changes to the sign-up sheet at this time will be allowed. Only those that
have signed, to offer public hearing testimony will be called on. There shall be no public testimony
allowed after the Mayor has closed the public hearing, testimony allowance time period.
Persons who have signed the request to speak regarding a noticed public hearing item, shall be called
on by the Mayor or Council Chairman to approach the podium. Each person wishing to speak shall
state their name and address, as depicted on the sign-up sheet. This section of the agenda is reserved
for citizens wishing to address the Mayor and Council, regarding a noticed public hearing item on the
agenda. Any item requiring Council action must be placed on an agenda as DISCUSSION -
ACTION.
Persons wishing to offer public hearing testimony, will have 3 minutes to speak, at such time the 3-
minute time frame is over, the Mayor or Council President shall inform the person speaking, that their
time is up, the person speaking shall stop and return back to the chamber seating.
The City Council, does not take any action or make any decisions during public comment. Public
input is strictly for comments, it is not a question / answer / debate time. Following the public
hearing testimony, the Mayor may call on the applicant or staff, for follow up information regarding
the public hearing presentation and provide for Council deliberations and action.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
None
3. NEW BUSINESS:
A. DISCUSSION ACTION ITEM – Mrs. Fox’s Teahouse Beer and Wine License
Application for the 2025/2026 year. This License includes Beer, Wine. -Carrie Kimball
Craig- Confirmed Mallory Jones from Mrs. Fox’s Teahouse was on the call-in line. He
congratulated them on their opening of the Teahouse. It is a great addition to downtown.
Carrie- Confirmed that Mrs. Fox’s Teahouse had a completed license through the State of Idaho,
Twin Falls County, and the City of Kimberly. All fees have been paid for all 3 entities. Carrie
stated she explained to Mallory when she cam in that this Beer and Wine only License expires 6-
30-2026, and that she would have to repeat this process prior to the 2nd meeting in June to ensure
an on-time Beer and Wine License for 2026-2027 period.
Holmgren- Questioned if there was anything the council should be looking at or for when
approving these Licenses.
Carrie- Explained that the License holder must go through the process of acquiring their State
and Twin Falls County Licenses with all the fees paid prior to apply with the City of Kimberly.
Carrie will ensure the State, County and City fees are paid and then forward the application to
Council for approval of the License.
Mayor Davidson called for a motion:
Council Member Snarr motioned to approve the Mrs. Fox’s Teahouse Beer and Wine License
Application for the 2025/2026 year.
Council Member Ahlm seconded the motion.
Roll Call:
Richman- Yes
Ahlm-Yes
Holmgren- Yes
Snarr-Yes
B. DISCUSSION ACTION ITEM - Kimberly High School Graduation Parade – Class
of 2026 – Special Event Application – Monday, May 18th, 2026. Soft shut down of
road closure to start at 5:40 p.m. and hard closure at 5:55 p.m. The approximate start
and finish time for the parade is 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and to include a copy of the
Liability Insurance.
Craig- Stated there was a completed Special Event Application submitted. He thinks it’s a
great thing for the Graduates. He and the staff enjoy helping when able. Craig appreciates
the date change from Tuesday to Monday. Last time there was an election day that fell on
the same day as the parade, there were complaints that people couldn’t make it to the voting
polls. It also will not fall on a Council Meeting night which enables the staff that choose to
volunteer to help block off the roads are able to. Craig ants it on the record that anyone who
chooses to help with the street closures are volunteering to do so. The city is not out any
wages for the staff that choose to participate.
Chief- Stated historically it has been on a Tuesday as stated, last year it fell on election day
and the public was not happy about the extra few blocks they had to go in order to vote. He
appreciates the School’s willingness to move it to Monday this year.
Snarr- Thanked Craig and Chief for following up on that. Thankful there was a good
solution for all.
Mayor- Stated he was glad it wasn’t on a Council Meeting night so all can attend.
TJ- Stated they would start staging at 5:00 p.m. The parade would start at 6:00 p.m. and
wrap up about 7:30 p.m. He went over the Parade Route (see attached). Center, Right on to
Main St., Right through Patterson Farms, and back around to the High School.
Ahlm- Stated in the Past it used to go down Gem. He questioned how the route is established.
Chief- Stated correct, in the past it went down Gem. They received complaints from
residents about that route, and it required more road shut downs and volunteer’s to help block
them. This new route makes for less man power and road blocks.
Craig- Stated having the pleasure of helping with the event, he himself has had his foot and
cones ran by an angry resident. Everyone should be quite pleased with this new route. He
will reach out to the folks on Teater to let them know it will be shut down for about an hour
or so. It is a great event for the Seniors.
Snarr- Questioned Craig, when having an intersection with a car there, how does that work
with staffing with a parade this big? How was it handled in the other cities he has worked
in.
Craig- Stated, at this point he has called on for volunteer’s. Brian, Don, Carrie, Melissa,
officers, and himself usually volunteer. There is no cost to that. The city doesn’t pay them
for volunteering. Craig is not aware of any conflicts with the present Council, but if there is
ever a question on the do’s and don’ts of working on an event, it is always best to ask. There
have been liability clause of the past. Please include any necessary insurance needed in your
motion.
Snarr- Questioned what the actual time of the “road closure” will be.
Chief- Stated there would be a soft close at 5:40 p.m. followed by the hard closure at 5:55
p.m. The roads will reopen ASAP.
Ahlm- Questioned if someone is wanting to volunteer do they contact the Chief?
Chief- Stated direct them to him.
Mayor Davidson called for a motion:
Council Member Snarr motioned to approve the Special Event Application for the Kimberly
High School Graduation Parade, Class of 2026. Monday, May 18th, 2026. Soft shut down of
road closure to start at 5:40 p.m. and hard closure at 5:55 p.m. The approximate start and finish
time for the parade is 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and to include a copy of the Liability Insurance.
Council President Richman seconded the motion.
Roll Call:
Richman- Yes
Ahlm-Yes
Holmgren- Yes
Snarr-Yes
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
A. DISCUSSION- Mayor Davidson to inform new Council of City Hall hours of
operation changes to become effective May 1, 2026.
Mayor Davidson- Stated that starting May 1st, City Hall will be closed from 12(noon)-
1:00pm for the lunch hour. Most other cities are already doing this. This will be more
efficient for staff, and also residents. The few residents that do come in during the noon-
1:00 hour can not be helped due to the staff that is needed is at lunch. Lunches tend to stager
from 11-3 everyday and allot of the time Department Heads are not getting a lunch hour.
This has been discussed for quite some time now.
Craig- Stated he agreed.
Carrie- Confirmed the staggard lunch hours, missed lunch hours, and the light traffic during
this time of day.
Snarr- Stated she felt this was a good move for City Hall.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR- DISCUSSION- ACTION-The consent calendar includes items
which require formal Council action, but which are typically routine or not of great controversy.
Individual Council members may ask that any specific item be removed from the consent
calendar in order that it is discussed in greater detail. Explanatory information is included in the
Council agenda packet regarding these items and any contingencies are part of the approval.
A. Approve Minutes for March 10, 2026
B. Accounts Payable for March 11, 2026 – March 24, 2026
General Fund
$ 7,001.74
Water Fund
$ 25,461.82
Sewer Fund
$ 1,471.81
Library
$ 630.75
TOTAL
$ 34,566.12
Mayor Davidson called for a motion:
Council President Richman motioned to approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Council Member Holmgren seconded the motion.
Roll Call:
Richman- Yes
Ahlm-Yes
Holmgren- Yes
Snarr-Yes
6. ADMINISTRATIVE / STAFF REPORTS –
Chief Bunderson- Updated the success stories of the Flock System over the last two weeks. On
March 16, 2026 at around 6:30 p.m., a teenage pedestrian boy was struck by a female driving
white SUV. He was crossing from the Middle School. The accident wasn’t reported until 3-
hours later. The boy had a concussion and staples. Chief was able to get a capture of the
incident from the school’s camera system, but it was too far away for details outside of it being a
white SUV. Chief then entered the information into the Flock system, and had several hits from
that. It showed a clear picture of the driver and a plate number. Chief was able to track the
owner down, and a male tried to take blame. Both individuals are facing charges.
Sunset Storage had a burglary in January where only a tool box was stolen. The description of
the Pick-up truck was entered into Flock and several hits were in Jerome County. This ended
with Jerome solving some of their Burglary cases and the suspect is in the Cassia County Jail.
There was an irate customer in the lobby at City Hall. Craig had called for Chief. There was
only a partial plate that was seen and was entered into Flock. Chief was able to identify the
individual.
Last week D.L. Evans called stating they had a woman trying to pass off a fraudulent check.
There had been an alert through the banking network about this woman earlier that morning.
After entering her vehicle information into Flock, they were able to track her clear from the East
Coast. There are more individuals involved and the FBI is getting involved. All from a vehicle
hit. Chief stated, Flock works!
Chief stated there have been 1441 call for service so far this year. The department is on track to
beat last year’s calls for service. In those calls there have been 69 incarcerations and 163
citations.
Sgt. Rudner will be retiring on March 29, 2026. He invites everyone to his Retirement Open
house on March 30, 2026 from 4:00-5:30 here at City Hall.
Snarr- Questioned Chief if the calls for service were broken out for Kimberly and Hansen and if
not could he.
Chief- Stated yes, he could.
Craig Eckles City/P&Z Administrator- Congratulated Sgt. Rudner and wished him well.
Craig reminded everyone of the KBOA Easter Egg Hunt that will take place on April 3, 2026.
He is unsure if they have brought in the reservation application with the fee. There is no Special
Event Application needed due to no road closures.
Craig met with Canyon Glen last week, and everything is in order to move forward. He and
Brian are still working with J.U.B. for future acquisitions of Sewer Capacities. He will be
hosting the next scheduled County/City Meeting. They continue to hear that Craig is Hansen’s
P&Z Administrator, of which we all know that is NOT the case. Whatever they have going on
over there is their business. Craig has always been very cordial in helping to go in the right
direction to find their information. Craig wants it on the record, that he will speak with the
Mayor over there about Law Enforcement, its pretty lean there. He will help coordinate
someone to be there for their meetings, and also getting their office set back up. Kimberly is not
the ones to take care of their parks or animal control. Quiterio is Kimberly’s CSO, and does a
fine job.
Craig stated there was a little hit last week on the ground East of First Federal Plaza. He
reminded everyone there are no vacancies on Main Street at the moment for new businesses. It
has been slammed on Facebook how the city doesn’t allow new businesses to move into town.
That is not the case at all. Kimberly welcomes anyone to bring their businesses here for spots
that are open for them. It was great to see O’Riley and Les Schwab of recent move in. North of
Western States may be looking at dividing off some lots.
Brain Reed City Engineer/Public Works Director- Stated the PI maintenance is almost
wrapped up and we should see water around April 15th, like in the years past. It takes a few days
to divert to the pumps once the Canal Company releases. The main park is not on PI so watering
has begun there. The crew is helping to get things ready for the Easter Egg hunt. He stated
Canyon Glen is hopeful to have dirt turned very soon, and Phase II looks good. Big Sky is
looking to install water on Phase I and II.
Snarr- Questioned when Arbor Day would be held this year.
Brain- Stated April 23, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the main park. He is planning on Windsor’s, the
Forrest Service, and the Department of Lands to be there. He is looking forward to it. The
seedlings are here already.
Ahlm- Questioned when Brain thought the R.V. Dump Station would open up.
Brain- Stated he has been watching the temperatures. It can’t be below 40* due to the
equipment being above ground. It usually opens mid to late May. He is hoping for mid-April
this year.
Ahlm- Questioned as the trucks start moving dirt and rocks around, are there laws regarding
Jake-brakes. There have been issues already in his area.
Brain- Stated he would let the Chief answer that.
Chief- Stated if they get complaints or catch them in the act then they can issue a citation. There
is an ordinance for that. He and Craig are in the process now of getting more signage up to
enforce things more.
Carrie Kimball City Clerk- Stated she gave them a Fund Breakdown sheet (see insert). Carrie
stated that on the August 25, 2026 Council Meeting will be the date for our Tentative Budget
Appropriation meeting for fiscal year 2026-2027. The Budget Workshop date will be announced
at a later date.
Richman- Questioned the lower almost nothing interest rate on the DIF accounts.
Carrie- Explained, that is correct. The DIF accounts are to make next to nothing on interest. It
is in the State Statutes.
Tim Stover Legal Couns. – Stated that for anyone interested he and his staff have updated the
memo from that past regarding Conflicts of Interest. It may be helpful to some of you in the
future. He can email it to anyone wanting it.
Snarr- Stated there have been comments made and residents asking about the fees that are
charged for park reservations historically. She asked if Craig could put together some data to
present at a future meeting, please and thank you.
Craig- Stated he could
7. COUNCIL COMMENTS - None
8. MAYOR COMMENTS – Thanked the Council and Staff that supported him and his family
during his dad’s passing. It was greatly appreciated.
9. EXECUTIVE SESSION – None
ADJOURNMENT:
_______________________ ________________________
City Clerk, Carrie Kimball
Mayor, Burke Davidson
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