City of Pocatello | minutes | meeting 2025-09-18 | Regular City Council Meeting Agenda (6:00 PM)
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CITY OF CITY OF POCATELLO, IDAHO
TT. CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING

SEPTEMBER 18, 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, Corey
Mangum, Brent Nichols, and Hayden Paulsen.

Mayor Blad led the audience in the pledge of allegiance.
AGENDAITEMNO. — 2: INVOCATION

The invocation was offered by Father Emil Parafiniuk, representing Holy Spirit Catholic
Church.

Mayor Blad announced Agenda Item No. 3(f) had been pulled from the agenda.
AGENDAITEMNO. _ 3: CONSENT AGENDA
Council was asked to consider the following business items:

(a) MINUTES
Approve the minutes from the following meetings: Budget Development
meetings of June 3, 4, 5, 2025; and Clarification and Regular Council
meetings of July 17, 2025.

(b) MATERIAL CLAIMS
Approve the Material Claims for the period of September 1-15, 2025 in the
amount of $3,297,806.79.

(c) TREASURER’S REPORT
Approve the Treasurer’s Report for July 2025 showing cash and
investments as of July 31, 2025 in the amount of $118,796,108.

(d) POCATELLO ARTS COUNCIL REAPPOINTMENT
Confirm the Mayor’s reappointment of Deleena Foster to continue serving
as a member of the Pocatello Arts Council. Deleena’s term will begin
October 21, 2025 and expire October 21, 2028.

(e) COUNCIL DECISION - REVOCATION OF CITY COUNCIL DECISION
VACATING RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR SAUNTER LANE
Adopt the Council’s decision revoking its August 7, 2025 decision to vacate
right-of-way of approximately 0.5 acres of land located at Saunter Lane,
as the adjacent owner, Kartchner Homes, Inc., rescinded their application
with the City.

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(f) COUNCIL DECISION - ANNEXING APPROXIMATELY 1.86 ACRES OF
LAND LOCATED AT 8728 NORTH KRAFT ROAD
As announced earlier, Agenda Item No. 3(f) to adopt the Council decision
annexing approximately 1.86 acres of land located at 8728 North Kraft
Road was pulled from the agenda.

(g) COUNCIL DECISION - NORTHGATE RIDGES PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT (PUD) APPROVAL
Adopt the Council decision granting a request by Millennial Development
Partners, LLC and Smart Town, LLC for a Planned Unit Development (PUD)
consisting of approximately 20.41 acres of land, generally located east of
Portneuf Urgent Care at 2850 Olympus Drive, subject to conditions. The
\ development shall consist of two hundred eighty-three (283) zero lot line
townhomes and common areas.

A motion was made by Ms. Leeuwrik, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to approve items T1(a)-
Ti(e) and TI(g) on the Consent Agenda. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Leeuwrik,
Paulsen, Bates, Cheatum, Mangum, and Nichols.

AGENDAITEMNO. 4: PROCLAMATIONS
Mayor Blad announced there were no proclamations.
AGENDAITEMNO. _ 5: CALENDAR REVIEW

Mayor Blad reminded the Council of the following meetings: October 2 Special Joint
City/County meeting at 3:00 p.m., Council Clarification meeting at 5:30 p.m., and
Regular City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. and October 9 City Council Work Session at
9:00 a.m.

Mayor Blad announced the Splash Dance for Dogs at Ross Park Aquatic Complex on
September 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Zoo Idaho will be open on weekends only starting
October 26. The open burn ban in Wildland-Urban Interface areas continues.

AGENDAITEMNO. 6: TAXICAB LICENSE DENIAL APPEAL - FOXX

Darrell Foxx, Jr. was present to appeal the denial of his taxicab license, which was denied
by the Pocatello Police Department.

Darrell Foxx, Jr., Pocatello resident, provided an overview of the circumstances
surrounding past charges from the late 1990s and early 2000s. He stated he was
convicted in 1998 of malicious injury to property following a mutual altercation with a
roommate and later convicted in 2001 of one count of felony burglary related to storage
unit incidents. He explained both matters were resolved, he completed all probation and
restitution requirements, and he received a withheld judgment on the felony, meaning he
is not considered a felon. Mr. Foxx noted he has had no criminal activity in the past twenty
years aside from speeding violations. He stated he currently transports individuals and
delivers medication as part of his employment and is seeking a taxi license to continue
similar work transporting individuals with disabilities.

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Mallarie Bascom, Licensing Enforcement Officer, explained that Mr. Foxx’s taxi license
application was denied under City Code 5.56.050(e), which requires applicants to have a
criminal record free of felony convictions and crimes of violence. She outlined the 1998
malicious injury to property conviction and the 2001 burglary conviction, noting both
were disclosed on the application. In response to questions from Council, Ms. Bascom
confirmed the incidents occurred in Pocatello and that Mr. Foxx accurately reported his
criminal history on the application.

In response to questions from Council, Mr. Foxx described his current work delivering
medication and transporting individuals and confirmed he is not a felon due to the
withheld judgment.

Council expressed appreciation for Mr. Foxx’s positive changes in his life.

A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Cheatum, to overturn the decision
of the Pocatello Police Department staff and approve the Taxi Cab License for Darrell
Foxx, Jr. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Cheatum, Bates, Leeuwrik,
Nichols, and Paulsen.

AGENDAITEMNO. 7: PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2025
SEPTEMBER BUDGET AMENDMENTS

This time was set aside for the Council to hear comments from the public regarding
proposed Fiscal Year 2025 amendments.

Mayor Blad opened the public hearing.

Bonny Schroeder, Finance Controller, reviewed the purpose of the Fiscal Year 2025
budget amendments and the statutory requirements for approval. She explained that the
amendments align the budget with actual revenues, grant awards, and project needs,
noting that changing timelines and new funding make adjustments necessary. Ms.
Schroeder stated that amendments provide spending authority and allow the City to
move funds when appropriate, reflecting responsible financial management and
transparency. She noted that the FY25 Budget, adopted in August 2024, could not
anticipate all changes 12-18 months in advance. The amendment process mirrors the
original budget adoption and includes public notice and a public hearing. This is the
second amendment to the FY25 Budget, following one approved in February, and is the
final opportunity to align appropriations before the fiscal year concludes.

In response to questions from Council, Konni Kendell, City Clerk, stated that the $500
allocated for Montana Shakespeare in the Parks expenses was an anonymous donation
made to the Pocatello Arts Council.

Mayor Blad announced that no written correspondence had been received.

Heather Disselkoen, Pocatello resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed
amendments, focusing on the $350,000 allocation from Fund 78 for rebranding. She
stated her concern was with the execution of the expenditure rather than the spending
itself, noting there had been no Council discussions, agenda items, or motions outlining
how the funds would be used or implemented. Ms. Disselkoen, also referenced the
Riverside Clubhouse project, explaining that prior interest earnings had been allocated

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and that additional amendments had left approximately $106,000 remaining in Fund 78.
She noted that the clubhouse project does not yet have a guaranteed maximum price and
emphasized that other City needs remain unaddressed, urging Council to consider these
factors.

Bonny Schroeder, Finance Controller, explained that two $350,000 amendments for
rebranding were anticipated, as $1 million had been set aside for that purpose. She noted
that the $1.5 million allocation for the Riverside clubhouse came from available Fund 78
resources and capital dollars, supplemented by a donation, and that final project costs
are not yet known. She emphasized that the rebranding and clubhouse funds are
separate and that the $1 million for rebranding and $1.5 million for the clubhouse are not
combined.

There being no further comments, Mayor Blad closed the public hearing and announced
that an ordinance had been prepared for Council consideration.

AGENDAITEMNO. _ 8: US DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (US DOT) -
INNOVATIVE FINANCE AND ASSET CONCESSION
GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION

Council was asked to approve submission of the US DOT Innovative Finance and Asset
Concession Grant Program Application for a transload facility feasibility analysis at the
Pocatello Regional Airport and if awarded, accept the grant and authorize the Mayor’s
signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. The total
project costs are $1,000,000.00 and there is no match required.

A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to approve submission of
the US DOT Innovative Finance and Asset Concession Grant Program Application for a
transload facility feasibility analysis at the Pocatello Regional Airport and if awarded,
accept the grant and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject
to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Paulsen,
Bates, Cheatum, Leeuwrik, and Nichols.

AGENDAITEMNO. 9: COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT - POLICE
UNION

Council was asked to approve adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026 Collective Bargaining
Agreement (CBA) for the Fraternal Order of Police Portneuf Valley Fraternal Order of
Police Local Lodge #13, and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents,
subject to Legal Department review.

A motion was made by Ms. Leeuwrik, seconded by Mr. Nichols, to approve adoption of
the Fiscal Year 2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for the Fraternal Order of
Police Portneuf Valley Fraternal Order of Police Local Lodge #13, and authorize the
Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review.

In response to questions from Council, Heather Buchanan, Human Resources Director,
stated that the estimated fiscal impact of the agreement, primarily due to the new pay
table for sworn officers, is approximately $525,000, noting that the amount is subject to
minor adjustments.

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Ms. Leeuwrik’s motion was voted on at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were
Leeuwrik, Nichols, Bates, Cheatum, Mangum, and Paulsen.

AGENDAITEMNO. 10: DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY - 0.11 ACRE
PARCEL OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTY

Council was asked to declare a O.1l-acre parcel of City-owned property and adjacent
City-owned vacated portion of Lincoln Avenue located at West Bridger Street and North
Lincoln Avenue and the Portneuf River and adjacent to 841 West Bridger Street, as
underutilized and further declare the intent to exchange said property for real property
of equal or greater value, owned by Jack Brennan (mailing address: 12 Cedar Hills Drive,
Pocatello, ID 83204) 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. Cheatum , to declare a O.1l-acre
parcel of City-owned property and adjacent City-owned vacated portion of Lincoln
Avenue located at West Bridger Street and North Lincoln Avenue and the Portneuf River
and adjacent to 841 West Bridger Street, as underutilized and further declare the intent
to exchange said property for real property of equal or greater value, owned by Jack
Brennan (mailing address: 12 Cedar Hills Drive, Pocatello, ID 83204) 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, Cheatum, Bates, Leeuwrik, Nichols, and Paulsen.

AGENDAITEMNO. © Ti: RESOLUTION/AIRPORT LEASE AGREEMENT - RDM
ONSITE AND INFINITE HYDRAULICS

Council was asked to adopt a Resolution and approve a lease agreement with RDM Onsite
and Infinite Hydraulics for approximately 4,208 square feet of warehouse space for the
purpose of cold storage of business supplies and equipment and authorize the Mayor’s
signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. Term is five
(5) years and rental rate will be $553.80 per month to be increased annually according to
the CPI with a full rate review in 2026 and every five (5) years thereafter.

A motion was made by Mr. Cheatum, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to adopt a Resolution
(2025-36) and approve a lease agreement with RDM Onsite and Infinite Hydraulics for
approximately 4,208 square feet of warehouse space for the purpose of cold storage of
business supplies and equipment and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable
documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were
Cheatum, Mangum, Bates, Leeuwrik, Nichols, and Paulsen.

AGENDAITEMNO. 12: USE AGREEMENT -_ HISTORIC OLD TOWN
POCATELLO FOUNDATION, INC - POCATELLO
REGIONAL TRANSIT

Council was asked to approve a use agreement with Historic Old Town Pocatello
Foundation, Inc. to allow access to the Old Downtown Bus Depot to perform investigative
research and conduct tours for the 2025 Haunted History Walking Tours, and authorize
the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review.

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A motion was made by Ms. Leeuwrik, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve a use
agreement with Historic Old Town Pocatello Foundation, Inc. to allow access to the Old
Downtown Bus Depot to perform investigative research and conduct tours for the 2025
Haunted History Walking Tours, and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable
documents, subject to Legal Department review.

In response to a question from Council, Skyler Beebe, Director of Pocatello Regional
Transit, explained that “investigative research” involves examining paranormal activity
prior to the tours. He noted that the bus depot was last used for haunted tours
approximately 12-15 years ago.

Ms. Leeuwrik’s motion was voted on at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were
Leeuwrik, Mangum, Bates, Cheatum, Nichols, and Paulsen.

AGENDAITEMNO. 13: CONSTRUCTION MANAGER/ GENERAL
CONTRACTOR SERVICES BID AWARD/CONTRACT -
RIVERSIDE GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE

Council was asked to accept the recommendations of staff and award the bid and
approve a contract for Construction Manager/General Contractor (CMGC) Services for
the construction of a new clubhouse at the Riverside Golf Course located at 3500
Bannock Highway to the highest scoring responsive firm, Construction Services, Inc. and
authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal
Department review. Funds for this project have been allocated to the Golf Capital
Improvement Project (CIP) fund.

A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Cheatum, to award the bid and
approve a contract for Construction Manager/General Contractor (CMGC) Services for
the construction of a new clubhouse at the Riverside Golf Course located at 3500
Bannock Highway to the highest scoring responsive firm, Construction Services, Inc. and
authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal
Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Cheatum, Bates,
Leeuwrik, Nichols, and Paulsen.

AGENDAITEMNO. 14; ORDINANCE - FISCAL YEAR 2025 APPROPRIATION
AMENDMENT

Council was asked to consider an ordinance approving an amendment to the Fiscal Year
2025 Appropriation Ordinance increasing the total Fiscal Year expenditures by
$5,399,717 to account for additional revenue, including grant funds received by the City
and to use previously unappropriated cash balances for unanticipated expenses incurred
by the City.

A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Mr. Mangum, that the ordinance,
Agenda Item No. 14, be read only by title and placed on final passage for publication, and
that the whole ordinance be submitted for publication. Upon roll call, those voting in
favor were Paulsen, Mangum, Bates, Cheatum, Leeuwrik, and Nichols.

Jared Johnson, City Attorney, read the ordinance by title.

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Mayor Blad declared the final reading of the ordinance approving an amendment to the
Fiscal Year 2025 Appropriation Ordinance increasing the total Fiscal Year expenditures
by $5,399,717 to account for additional revenue, including grant funds received by the
City and to use previously unappropriated cash balances for unanticipated expenses
incurred by the City. 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 3167
and that the whole ordinance be submitted to the Idaho State Journal for publication.

AGENDAITEMNO. 15: ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE

Kristy Lewis, Pocatello resident, spoke about repeated graffiti vandalism at her
workplace. She expressed concern that reporting graffiti triggers code enforcement
cleanup rather than a police report, questioned the distinction between graffiti and
vandalism in City Code, and requested increased police presence and cameras.

Mayor Blad noted a police officer would follow up.

AGENDAITEMNO. 16: ADJOURN

There being no further business, Mayor Blad adjourned the meeting at 6:39 p.m.

APPROVED BY:

LAD, MAYOR

ATTESTED BY:

PREPARED BY:

AUBRIANA RESENDES, DEPUTY CITY CLERK