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CITY OF CITY OF POCATELLO, IDAHO CITY COUNCIL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 20, 2025 AGENDAITEMNO. __ 1: ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Regular City Council meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Brian Blad. Council members present were Dakota Bates, Rick Cheatum, Linda Leeuwrik, Brent Nichols, and Hayden Paulsen. Council member Corey Mangum arrived at 6:16 p.m. Mayor Blad led the audience in the pledge of allegiance. AGENDAITEMNO. 2: INVOCATION The invocation was offered by Tony Seikel, representing Portneuf Sangha. AGENDAITEMNO. 3: CONSENT AGENDA Council was asked to consider the following business items: (a) MINUTES Waive the oral reading of the minutes and approve the minutes from the Special City Council meeting of November 5, 2025. (b) MATERIAL CLAIMS Approve the Material Claims for the period of November 1-15, 2025 in the amount of $1,558,283.53. (c) TREASURER’S REPORT Approve the Treasurer’s Report for September 2025 showing cash and investments as of September 30, 2025 in the amount of $ 109,524,997.08. (d) COUNCIL DECISION - FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR TRAIL CREEK ESTATES DIVISION 5 Adopt the Council’s decision approving the subdivision of approximately 7.93 acres of land into fourteen (14) lots, subject to conditions. (e) 2025 POLICE RETIREMENT BOARD ELECTION Acknowledge that the winners of the Police Retirement Board Election held on November 4, 2025 were Tim Hillebrant, Steve Stuart and Travis Wilhelm. The winners of the Board Election will take office on January 1, 2026. . A motion was made by Ms. Leeuwrik, seconded by Mr. Cheatum, to approve the items on the Consent Agenda. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Leeuwrik, Cheatum, Bates, Nichols, and Paulsen. AGENDAITEMNO. 4: PROCLAMATIONS Mayor Blad announced there were no proclamations. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 AGENDAITEMNO. _ 5: CALENDAR REVIEW Mayor Blad reminded Council members of the following meetings: November 25 Special City Council Executive Session at 3:30 p.m.; December 4 Clarification meeting at 5:30 p.m. and Regular City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m.; December 11 City Council Work Session at 9:00 a.m. Mayor Blad announced the Festival of Trees at the Stephens Performing Arts Center continues through November 22; November 22 the Pocatello Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council will hold an Essential Needs Drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Police Substation at 800 Yellowstone near Fred Meyer; Early voting for the Mayoral Runoff Election continues through November 25 at the Bannock County Elections Office, with Election Day on December 2, 2025; November 27 and 28 City offices will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving, and garbage and recycling pickups will be one day behind schedule; The Community Recreation Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, November 28; November 28 is the Christmas Night Lights Parade in Historic Downtown at 6:30 p.m.; Annual Leaf Collection will continue through November 29, with leaves required to be placed in large, paper compostable bags and set curbside by 7 a.m. on the regular collection day; “Food for Fines” at Marshall Public Library continues through December 13, offering $1 in fine forgiveness per donated non- perishable food item; City Creek Recreation Area gates will be closed to motorized access until approximately May 15, 2026. AGENDAITEMNO. _ 6: PUBLIC HEARING - URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE SOUTH 5™ AVENUE URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT This time was set aside for the Council to hear comments from the public regarding adoption of the proposed Urban Renewal Plan for the South 5 Avenue Urban Renewal Project of the Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Pocatello, also known as the Pocatello Development Authority. Following the public hearing, Council was asked to approve and adopt aresolution approving an Intergovernmental Agency Agreement between the City of Pocatello and Bannock County. Mayor Blad opened the public hearing. Megan Conrad, attorney representing Elam & Burke, Boise, provided an overview of Idaho’s urban renewal framework and summarized the process leading to the proposed South 5th Urban Renewal Plan. She explained that urban renewal agencies are separate legal entities authorized under Idaho Code Title 50, Chapters 20 and 29, and may establish project areas in which growth in taxable value is reinvested in public infrastructure to support desired development. Ms. Conrad outlined the statutory steps required to form a new urban renewal area, including an eligibility study, agency review, county review for multi-jurisdictional areas, Planning and Zoning confirmation of comprehensive plan conformity, and the required public noticing process. She noted that the South 5th project area includes parcels within both the City limits and unincorporated Bannock County and totals approximately 2,295 acres. Council member Mangum arrived at this time. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 3 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 Ms. Conrad reviewed the taxing districts within the boundary and explained recent legislative changes now require fire and ambulance districts to consent by resolution for their levies to participate in revenue allocation. Those resolutions have not been received to date. Voter-approved levies and certain school district levies are excluded from generating increment. She summarized the required statutory plan elements, including the 10% valuation limitation test, the list of planned public improvements, projected revenues, project cost estimates, fiscal impact analysis, financing methods, and the plan’s 20-year term. The projected total available revenue over the life of the district is estimated to be $52.4 million. She noted that public infrastructure priorities were formed through City input and engineering analysis and are phased to support anticipated development. Ms. Conrad concluded by outlining the items before Council: the public hearing, the ordinance establishing the project area, and approval of the intergovernmental agreement with Bannock County for parcels outside City limits. In response to questions from Council, Brent McLane, Planning and Development Services Director and Executive Director of the Pocatello Development Authority, confirmed that sewer extensions are the highest priority in Phase 1. He stated that these extensions are critical to support anticipated development in the project area and must be in place to facilitate expected growth. Ms. Conrad noted that the County has signed both the Transfer of Powers Ordinance and the Intergovernmental Agreement, allowing coordination to move forward. In response to questions from Council, Mr. McLane, clarified that the prior discussion about the County following City sewer standards relates to the Area of City Impact Agreement and is not connected to the current item. Mayor Blad announced that no written correspondence had been received. Stephen Adams, Pocatello resident, asked whether the City has begun preparing new grant requests or initiated an appeal process related to the recent loss of grant funding connected to sewer and street projects. Mayor Blad clarified that Mr. Adams’ question was unrelated to the urban renewal area under consideration but noted that the City has submitted a request for reconsideration and continues to pursue additional grant opportunities. In response to questions from Council, Mr. McLane stated that one County Commissioner had not signed the document because they were not present at the meeting. A motion was made by Ms. Leeuwrik, seconded by Mr. Cheatum, to approve and adopt a resolution (2025-42) approving an Intergovernmental Agency Agreement between the City of Pocatello and Bannock County. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Leeuwrik, Cheatum, Bates, Mangum, Nichols, and Paulsen. AGENDAITEMNO. 7: SHORT PLAT APPLICATION - TITAN CENTER RIGHT- OF-WAY Council was asked to approve a short plat application submitted by IRG Realty Advisors, LLC, represented by Sunrise Engineering (mailing address: 600 East Oak Street, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 4 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 Pocatello, ID 83201) to subdivide 1.47 acres (more or less) into two (2) lots. The property is located at 669 West Quinn Road and staff recommends approval of the plat with conditions. A motion was made by Mr. Nichols, seconded by Ms. Leeuwrik, to approve a short plat application submitted by IRG Realty Advisors, LLC to subdivide 1.47 acres (more or less) into two (2) lots with the following conditions: 1) All conditions on the Short Plat Subdivision Application Staff Report shall be met; 2) All conditions set out in the Public Works Department Memorandum from Merril Quayle, P.E. dated, November 11, 2025, shall be met; 3) The plat shall be prepared in accordance with all State and local laws and ordinances and is subject to review by the City Surveyor; 4) All other standards and conditions of Municipal Code not herein stated but applicable to residential development shall apply and that the property is located at 669 West Quinn Road and that the decision be set out in appropriate Council decisions format. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Nichols, Leeuwrik, Bates, Cheatum, Mangum and Paulsen. AGENDAITEMNO. _ 8: AIRPORT GRANT APPLICATION AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WORK ORDER Council was asked to approve the following items pertaining to FAA approved airport improvement projects and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review: (a) FAA AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION Approve a grant application to the FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant Program in the amount of $151,213.00 for design and bidding of replacement/upgrade of access control system, operators and doors; and if approved (b) AUTHORIZE A WORK ORDER WITH ARDURRA Authorize a work order with Ardurra in the amount of $154,171.91 for the design work and bidding of upgrade/replacement of the access control system, operators and doors. The grant requires a 5% match which will be funded using state grant funds and airport passenger facility charge (PFC) funds, which have been previously been budgeted. A motion was made by Mr. Cheatum, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to approve the items pertaining to FAA approved airport improvement projects as outlined in Agenda Item No. 8(a) and 8(b) and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Cheatum, Paulsen, Bates, Leeuwrik, Mangum, and Nichols. AGENDAITEMNO. 9: AMERICA250 IN IDAHO CELEBRATION FUND GRANT APPLICATION AND RESOLUTION To celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, the State of Idaho is inviting local communities to apply for grant funds through its America250 in Idaho Celebration Fund. Council was asked to approve the grant application in the amount of $2,500.00 and, if awarded, authorize acceptance of the grant and adopt a resolution to endorse the REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 America250 in Idaho Commemoration and authorize the Mayor’s signature on alll pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Mr. Cheatum, seconded by Ms. Leeuwrik, to approve the grant application in the amount of $2,500.00 and, if awarded, authorize acceptance of the grant and adopt a resolution (2025-43) to endorse the America250 in Idaho Commemoration and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Mayor Blad asked Mr. Cheatum to briefly explain the America250 project and the traveling historical displays he oversees. Mr. Cheatum reported that the displays had recently been at Century High School and described ongoing efforts to collect signatures, highlight Revolutionary-era figures, and prepare a future time capsule for placement at Brady Chapel. Mr. Cheatum’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Cheatum, Leeuwrik, Bates, Mangum, Nichols, and Paulsen. AGENDAITEMNO. 10: LEASE AGREEMENT - QUADIENT POSTAGE MACHINE Council was asked to accept the recommendation of staff and approve a lease agreement with NASPO licensed company, Quadient, for postage machine equipment in City Hall and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Ms. Leeuwrik, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to accept the recommendation of staff and approve a lease agreement with NASPO licensed company, Quadient, for postage machine equipment in City Hall and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Leeuwrik, Paulsen, Bates, Cheatum, Mangum, and Nichols. AGENDAITEMNO. __ 11: OPENGOV BUDGETING AND GRANT MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS SOFTWARE AGREEMENT Council was asked to accept the recommendation of staff and approve a software agreement with OpenGov for Budgeting and Grant Management Solutions, as discussed at the November 13, 2025 City Council Work Session and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Bates, to approve a software agreement with OpenGov for Budgeting and Grant Management Solutions, as discussed at the November 13, 2025 City Council Work Session and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. In response to questions from Council, Chantelle Macy, Budget Manager, stated that implementation of the OpenGov system will take approximately three to six months. She noted that decisions regarding public visibility and user access will be determined during that process and that once training is completed, staff can present the available options at a future Work Session for Council input. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 Mr. Mangum’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Bates, Cheatum, Leeuwrik, Nichols, and Paulsen. AGENDAITEMNO. 12: TENNIS COURT DONATION AGREEMENT - SCHOOL DISTRICT #25 Council was asked to approve a donation agreement with School District #25 for the construction of new tennis courts at Highland High School and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. The donation agreement creates shared courts for School District and public recreational use. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve a donation agreement with School District #25 for the construction of new tennis courts at Highland High School and authorize the Mayor's signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Councilmember Nichols suggested adding a provision requiring the School District to maintain the tennis courts as functioning courts for a minimum of 15 years, with a prorated refund to the City if they fail to do so. Anne Butler, Parks and Recreation Director, stated that she had contacted School District staff and confirmed that the proposed condition would be acceptable. Mr. Paulsen withdrew his motion. Mr. Mangum withdrew his second. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve a donation agreement with School District #25 for the construction of new tennis courts at Highland High School, with the condition that the School District maintain the tennis courts as functioning courts for a minimum of 15 years, with a prorated refund to the City if they fail to do so, and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Paulsen, Mangum, Bates, Cheatum, Leeuwrik, and Nichols. AGENDAITEMNO. 13: DEED OF FACADE EASEMENT REQUEST - POCATELLO QUINN LLC - IRG Council was asked to approve a request by the Pocatello Development Authority (PDA) and accept a Deed of Facade Easement within the Naval Ordnance Urban Renewal area as required by the Owners Participation Agreement between the PDA and Pocatello Quinn-IRG and authorize the Mayor's signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. The term of the easement shall be ten (10) years from the date of completion of all agency-funded improvements. Pocatello Quinn LLC-IRG will assume all continued maintenance and repair of the property. Any future material changes or alterations to the facades will be approved by the City of Pocatello for the term of the easement. A motion was made by Ms. Leeuwrik, seconded by Mr. Cheatum, to approve a request by the Pocatello Development Authority (PDA) and accept a Deed of Facade Easement REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 within the Naval Ordnance Urban Renewal area as required by the Owners Participation Agreement between the PDA and Pocatello Quinn-IRG and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Leeuwrik, Cheatum, Bates, Mangum, Nichols, and Paulsen. AGENDAITEMNO. 14: DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY - 2.62 ACRE PARCEL OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTY Council was asked to declare a 2.62 acre parcel of City-owned property generally located west of the Pocatello Regional Airport, as underutilized and further declare the intent to exchange said property for real property of equal value, owned by T-Ville AG in accordance with Idaho Code Title 50 Chapter 14 “Conveyance of Property” and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to declare a 2.62 acre parcel of City-owned property generally located west of the Pocatello Regional Airport, as underutilized and further declare the intent to exchange said property for real property of equal value, owned by T-Ville AG in accordance with Idaho Code Title 50 Chapter 14 “Conveyance of Property” and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Paulsen, Bates, Cheatum, Leeuwrik, and Nichols. AGENDAITEMNO. 15: DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY FOR TRADE- IN/DISPOSAL AND PIGGYBACK OF SOURCEWELL AND STATE BID ACCEPTANCES - PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Council was asked to accept the following piggyback bids for Public Works Departments and if approved, authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Funding for the purchases has been budgeted in the appropriate FY2026 departmental budgets. (a) SANITATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT Trade in of three (3) Peterbilt refuse trucks, and purchase of three (3) Peterbilt side load refuse trucks and one (1) Peterbilt roll off refuse truck from Jackson Group Peterbilt; (b) STREET SERVICES DEPARTMENT Lease return of one (1) Caterpillar 420XE backhoe, and a new 5-year lease of one (1) Caterpillar 420XE backhoe, and the purchase of one (1) Caterpillar 265 compact track loader and one (1) Caterpillar AP655-07 Paver from Western States Caterpillar; (c) WATER DEPARTMENT Purchase of one (1) Chevrolet 3500 service truck and one (1) Ford Transit utility van from Mountain Home Auto Ranch; and REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 8 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 (d) WATER POLLUTION CONTROL (WPC): Purchase of one (1) Caterpillar 304 mini excavator and one (1) Caterpillar 265 compact track loader from Western States Caterpillar, and the purchase of one (1) Chevrolet 3500 dump truck from Mountain Home Auto Ranch. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Leeuwrik, to accept the piggyback bids for Public Works Departments as outlined in Agenda Item No. 15(a) through 15(d) and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. In response to questions from Council, Tom Kirkman, Public Works Director, explained that while the City has generally shifted toward purchasing equipment due to high lease interest rates, backhoes and similar machinery become extremely costly to repair after approximately seven years of ownership. He noted that staff compared lease and purchase options for this backhoe and the lease proved to be a reasonable choice. Because the backhoe is a 24-hour emergency response asset, it must remain consistently reliable, making the lease option appropriate in this case. Mr. Mangum’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Leeuwrik, Bates, Cheatum, Nichols, and Paulsen. AGENDAITEMNO. 16: PIGGYBACK SOURCEWELL CONTRACT FOR NAPA INTEGRATED BUSINESS SOLUTIONS Council was asked to approve a piggyback Sourcewell Contract #090624-GPC with NAPA Integrated Business Solutions for continued on-site parts, parts management and inventory services and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Cheatum, to approve a piggyback Sourcewell Contract #090624-GPC with NAPA Integrated Business Solutions for continued on-site parts, parts management and inventory services and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. In response to questions from Council, Tom Kirkman, Public Works Director, explained that the City implemented an inventory system after reviewing studies and consulting other municipalities. The system tailors inventory to the City’s fleet, and the City only pays for items when used, reducing upfront costs. In-house mechanics perform most vehicle work, while parts are delivered directly by NAPA employees, saving money on outsourcing and keeping the fleet fully operational. Council noted the program provides significant cost savings compared to private service rates. Mr. Mangum’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Cheatum, Bates, Leeuwrik, Nichols, and Paulsen. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 9 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 AGENDAITEMNO. 17: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR ALAMEDA/YELLOWSTONE BUS TRANSFER STATION - MOUNTAIN STATES APPRAISAL, LLC Council was asked to approve a Professional Services Agreement with Mountain States Appraisal, LLC, to provide a third-party review of the property appraisal to meet federal funding requirements of the grant application for a transit transfer station at Alameda Road and Yellowstone Avenue and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Ms. Leeuwrik, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve a Professional Services Agreement with Mountain States Appraisal, LLC, to provide a third-party review of the property appraisal to meet federal funding requirements of the grant application for a transit transfer station at Alameda Road and Yellowstone Avenue and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. Mayor Blad expressed appreciation to the Public Transportation Department staff for their work in helping make this bus stop safer. Ms. Leeuwrik’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Leeuwrik, Mangum, Bates, Cheatum, Nichols, and Paulsen. AGENDAITEMNO. 18: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR WILDLAND FUELS MITIGATION - HIGH COUNTRY RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT AREA, INC. Council was asked to approve a Professional Services Agreement with High Country Resource Conservation and Development Area, Inc. for Wildland Fuels Mitigation Project Administration and Field Inspection services for the City’s Western State Fire Manager’s Phase II and Phase Ill grant program in the City Creek management area and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve a Professional Services Agreement with High Country Resource Conservation and Development Area, Inc. for Wildland Fuels Mitigation Project Administration and Field Inspection services for the City’s Western State Fire Manager’s Phase II and Phase Ill grant program in the City Creek management area and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Paulsen, Mangum, Bates, Cheatum, Leeuwrik, and Nichols. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 10 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 AGENDAITEMNO. 19: BID ACCEPTANCE AND CONTRACT FOR JOHNNY CREEK SANITARY SEWER PROJECT Council was asked to approve the following requests regarding the Johnny Creek Sanitary Sewer Project: (a) ACCEPT BID - IDAHO SITE WORKS, LLC Accept the low responsive bid received on November 4, 2025, from Idaho Site Works, LLC, in the amount of $1,360,192.00, and if accepted (b) AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT - IDAHO SITE WORKS, LLC Authorize an agreement between the City of Pocatello and Idaho Site Works, LLC in the amount of $1,360,192.00 for the Johnny Creek Sanitary Sewer project and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. The City was awarded $1,755,000.00 in federal funding through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Community Grant Program to provide municipal sanitary sewer service to a portion of the Johnny Creek area not currently served. There is no match requirement for the project. A motion was made by Ms. Leeuwrik, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve the items as outlined in Agenda Item No. 19(a) and 19(b) regarding the Johnny Creek Sanitary Sewer Project. In response to questions from Council, Mariela Mejia, Project Manager, confirmed that grant funds for the project are secured and available for use. Mayor Blad noted that the funding was congressionally approved. Council expressed enthusiasm for the project moving forward. Ms. Leeuwrik’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Leeuwrik, Mangum, Bates, Cheatum, Nichols, and Paulsen. AGENDAITEMNO. 20: PROPERTY PURCHASE REQUEST - 422 EAST CLARK STREET - FIRE DEPARTMENT Council was asked to approve the purchase of property located at 422 East Clark Street for the purpose of Fire Department apparatus and equipment storage and classroom facility and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Cheatum, to approve the purchase of property located at 422 East Clark Street for the purpose of Fire Department apparatus and equipment storage and classroom facility and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. In response to questions from Council, Shane Grow, Assistant Chief of Operations, explained that the Fire Department currently stores several million dollars’ worth of REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 1 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 vehicles and equipment outdoors. The new facility will provide a climate-controlled environment, reduce costly annual rewiring caused by rock chucks, and consolidate equipment into a central location for easier access and improved maintenance. Council noted that purchasing the pre-owned building provides the needed facility at roughly half the cost of new construction. Mr. Mangum’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Cheatum, Bates, Leeuwrik, Nichols, and Paulsen. AGENDAITEMNO. 21: ORDINANCES Council was asked to consider the following ordinances: (a) SOUTH 5" AVENUE URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT An ordinance approving the Urban Renewal Plan for the South 5 Avenue Urban Renewal Project A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Mr. Mangum, that the ordinance, Agenda Item No. 21(a) be read only by title and placed on final passage for publication, and that only the ordinance summary sheet be submitted for publication. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Paulsen, Mangum, Bates, Cheatum, Leeuwrik, and Nichols. Richard Diehl, Deputy City Attorney, read the ordinance by title. Mayor Blad declared the final reading of the ordinance approving the Urban Renewal Plan for the South 5" Avenue Urban Renewal Project. Mayor Blad asked, “Shall the ordinance pass?” Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Bates, Cheatum, Leeuwrik, Mangum, Nichols, and Paulsen. Mayor Blad declared the ordinance and summary sheet passed, that it be numbered 3168 and be submitted to the Idaho State Journal for publication. (b) AMENDING TITLE 8 “HEALTH AND SAFETY” ADDING CHAPTER 8.04 “PUBLIC SWIMMING POOLS” An ordinance amending Title 8 “Health and Safety” and adding a new chapter, 8.04 “Public Swimming Pools” to establish regulations for public swimming pools. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Cheatum, that the ordinance, Agenda Item No. 21(b) be read only by title and placed on final passage for publication, and that only the ordinance summary sheet be submitted for publication. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Cheatum, Bates, Leeuwrik, Nichols, and Paulsen. Richard Diehl, Deputy Attorney, read the ordinance by title. Mayor Blad declared the final reading of the ordinance amending Title 8 “Health and Safety” and adding anew chapter, 8.04 “Public Swimming Pools” to establish regulations for public swimming pools. Mayor Blad asked, “Shall the ordinance pass?” Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Bates, Cheatum, Leeuwrik, Mangum, Nichols, and Paulsen. Mayor Blad declared the ordinance and summary sheet passed, that it be numbered 3169 and be submitted to the Idaho State Journal for publication REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 12 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 AGENDAITEMNO. 22: ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE Stephen Adams, Pocatello resident, encouraged Council to continue prioritizing revenue forecasting, reducing unnecessary spending, and building the City’s rainy-day fund. He thanked Council for their service. AGENDAITEMNO. 23: ADJOURN There being no further business, Mayor Blad adjourned the meeting at 7:21 p.m. APPROVED BY: ly BRIAN C. BLAD, MAYOR ATTESTED BY: PREPARED BY: AUBRIANA T. RESENDES, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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