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CITY OF CITY OF POCATELLO, IDAHO = CITY COUNCIL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 2, 2026 AGENDAITEMNO. | 1: ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Regular City Council meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Mark Dahlquist. Council members present were Dakota Bates, Corey Mangum, Brent Nichols, Hayden Paulsen, Stacy Satterfield, and Ann Swanson. Mayor Dahlquist led the audience in the pledge of allegiance. AGENDAITEMNO. 2: INVOCATION The invocation was offered by Bishop Mike Jones, representing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 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 following meetings: City Council Work Session of February 12, 2026; Clarification and Regular City Council meetings of February 19, 2026; and Special City Council meeting of March 12, 2026. (b) MATERIAL CLAIMS Approve the Material Claims for the period of March 16-31, 2026 in the amount of $1,314,950.80. (c) ANIMAL SHELTER ADVISORY BOARD REAPPOINTMENT Confirm the Mayor’s reappointment of Teressa Erickson-Rodriguez to continue serving as a member of the Animal Shelter Advisory Board. Teressa’s term will begin April 5, 2026 and expire April 5, 2028. (d) COUNCIL DECISION - SHORT PLAT APPROVAL FOR FAIRGROUNDS PLACE Adopt the Council’s decision approving the short plat for Fairgrounds Place which subdivides approximately 28.41 acres into two (2) lots, subject to conditions. (e) DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY - 2026 CITY AUCTION Declare items identified as surplus property to be sold at the City’s Annual Auction on May 9, 2026 and dispose as noted. City departments submitted lists of items that they considered surplus, which were reviewed by other departments. The items to be considered surplus are not needed by any other departments within the City. In response to questions from Council, Tom Kirkman, Public Works Director, stated the auction will take place on Saturday, May 9 at Prime Time Auction. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2 APRIL 2, 2026 In response to questions from Council regarding the vehicles listed for auction and whether they would need to be replaced next year, Roger Schei, Police Chief, explained the City continually upgrades and right-sizes its fleet in coordination with Fleet Management. He stated older vehicles are rotated through multiple departments over time before ultimately being sent to auction after extensive use, and those vehicles are then replaced as needed. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to approve the items on the Consent Agenda. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Paulsen, Bates, Nichols, Satterfield, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. 4: PROCLAMATIONS Mr. Bates, on behalf of Mayor Dahlquist, proclaimed the month of April 2026 to be Friends of Marshall Public Library Month and urged all residents to join with Friends of the Library, express their appreciation for the Friends’ many contributions to the library and community and attend the anniversary celebration on June 13, 2026 at Marshall Public Library. Eliza Schmidt, President, Friends of the Marshall Public Library, thanked the Council for the recognition and noted the organization has supported the library through volunteer book sales and fundraising efforts for 30 years. She announced the 30th anniversary celebration would be held June 13 at 10:00 a.m. in the library community room and invited the Council and public to attend. Mr. Mangum, on behalf of Mayor Dahlquist, proclaimed the month of April 2026 to be Healthy Homes Month and called upon residents, community partners, organizations, and businesses to support efforts promoting safe, healthy homes and raising awareness of home-related hazards. Christine Howe, Grants Manager, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Mayor and Council for the recognition. She highlighted the City’s Lead Safe and Healthy Homes grant program, noting the grantis in its final year and has helped fund mitigation projects related to lead, radon, mold, and other home health hazards. Ms. Howe stated the program has completed approximately 52 projects and the City hopes to secure additional grant funding in the future. Ms. Swanson, on behalf of Mayor Dahlquist, proclaimed the month of April 2026 to be Fair Housing Month in Pocatello and encouraged citizens and businesses to increase their awareness of the Fair Housing Act, as amended, so that all citizens can receive equal opportunities for housing in our community. Christine Howe, Grants Manager, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Mayor and Council for the recognition. She encouraged housing providers and others involved in housing to attend the Fair Housing training on April 7 at City Hall and noted the Planning and Development Services Department is available to answer questions and provide resources regarding fair housing matters. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 3 APRIL 2, 2026 AGENDAITEMNO. _ 5: CALENDAR REVIEW Mayor Dahlquist reminded Council members of the following meetings: April 9 City Council Work Session at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Special City Council meeting; April 16 Clarification meeting at 5:30 p.m. and Regular City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m.; April 23 Special City Council Town Hall meeting at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Dahlquist announced Zoo Idaho will be open weekends only beginning April 4 and will transition to daily operations beginning May 1; the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council’s “Essential Needs Drive” will be held April 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Pocatello Police Department Substation near Fred Meyer; the City’s annual hiring fair will be held April 10 from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Public Works Annex, located at 2405 Garrett Way; the 29th Annual “Run with the Big Dogs” event will take place April 18 at Centennial Park beginning at 10:30 a.m.; the Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair will be held April 18 at Lookout Point from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The free, family-friendly event is the largest environmental fair in Southeastern Idaho. Citizens using any PRT fixed route or special service during Environmental Fair hours may ride to and from Lookout Point for free; annual spring cleanup at City cemeteries is underway through the end of April. Crews will remove and discard all flowers and decorations. Citizens are asked to remove decorations or other items they have placed on a cemetery space if they wish to avoid disposal of the items; the Compost Happens Program is underway through November. Yard waste carts will be picked up the same day as regular collection day; City Creek Recreation Area gates are closed to motorized access until approximately May 15; and the City-wide Spring Cleanup sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce will be held May 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., beginning at Caldwell Park with a free breakfast. Mr. Mangum announced Saturday, April 4 at Alameda Park, a community Easter egg hunt will be held with approximately 50,000 eggs. He stated the City of Pocatello Sanitation, Fire, and Police Departments will participate and bring vehicles and apparatus for children to view. The event will include a DJ and music, and the Boys & Girls Club will host a pancake breakfast beginning at 10:00 a.m., with a suggested small donation. The Easter egg hunt will begin at 11:00 a.m. AGENDAITEMNO. 6: ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE There were no individuals signed up to speak at this time. AGENDAITEMNO. 7: PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING MAP AMENDMENT REQUEST NEAR 3450 US HIGHWAY 30 This time was set aside for the Council to accept comments from the public regarding a request from Brandon Ratliff (mailing address: 522 Sunup Drive, Pocatello, ID 83204) to rezone approximately 0.69 acres (more or less) of property located near 3450 US Highway 30 from Residential Medium Density Single-family (RMS) to Light Industrial (LI). Following a public hearing held on March 11, 2026, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request. Mayor Dahlquist opened the public hearing. Council members announced there had been no ex parte communication. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 4 APRIL 2, 2026 Brandon Ratliff presented information regarding his request to rezone the area. He stated he was requesting a rezone of approximately 0.69 acres of property near 3450 US Highway 30 from Residential Medium Density Single-Family (RMS) to Light Industrial (LI). He stated the property is adjacent to Light Industrial zoning on multiple sides and that there is a transition to RMS further east. He stated he felt the location was an appropriate place to transition zoning and that the change would provide additional frontage for light industrial use. He also stated there is a need for light industrial parcels and indicated he believed Light Industrial zoning was the most appropriate direction for the property. Jim Anglesey, Long Range Planner, stated that the applicant, Brandon Ratliff, requested a zoning map amendment to rezone the subject property from Residential Medium Density Single-Family (RMS) to Light Industrial (LI). He explained the request aligns with the City’s Comprehensive Plan future land use map, which designates the area for industrial use. He noted the property has access via additional property along US Highway 30 and is adjacent to both Light Industrial and Residential Medium Density Single-Family zoning. He stated the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request and that the public hearing met all state and local notice requirements, with no public comments received. In response to questions from Council, Mr. Anglesey responded that the subject property and adjacent parcels are owned by the same individual. He confirmed that the proposed zoning aligns with the future land use designation as industrial. He explained that state requirements mandate notice be sent to all property owners within 300 feet of the subject property at least 15 days prior to the hearing, with notification provided by mailed letter and publication in the Idaho State Journal. There being no public comments, Mayor Dahlquist closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to rezone approximately 0.69 acres (more or less) of property located near 3450 US Highway 30 from Residential Medium Density Single-family (RMS) to Light Industrial (LI) and that the decision be set out in appropriate Council decision format. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Paulsen, Bates, Nichols, Satterfield, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. _ 8: PUBLIC HEARING - PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) APPLICATION - THE CROSSINGS This time was set aside for the Council to hear comments from the public regarding a request by Kevin Kartchner (mailing address: 913 S. IOO W. Logan, UT 84321) for a Planned Unit Development known as The Crossings to allow construction of 65 townhome units, with open space, parking and a park for community use. The property is located between Venture Way and Wayfarer Street and will be accessed via Paradigm Way and Venture Way. Following a public hearing held on March 11, 2026, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the request with conditions. Mayor Dahlquist opened the public hearing. Council members announced there had been no ex parte communication. Kevin Kartchner presented information regarding the Planned Unit Development (PUD) request for a 64-unit townhome development currently zoned Residential Commercial REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5 APRIL 2, 2026 Professional (RCP). He explained the project was originally designed as a for-rent community but was revised to an owner-occupied townhome development, prompting the request for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) based on market analysis. He noted parking has been addressed with 44 units providing a two-car garage and two-car driveway for a total of four spaces per unit, along with 25 guest and visitor parking stalls. He added the development would include a common area with a park, swing set, and grass space that would be managed by a Home Owners Association. In response to questions from Council, he stated that while the intent is owner occupancy, units could still be rented to non-owner occupants. Becky Babb, Planning Manager, presented the staff report and in response to questions from Council, explained that the Planned Unit Development (PUD) process is required when an applicant proposes alternative development standards or lot size averaging and must be approved by both the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council, followed by preliminary plat approval through Planning and Zoning and final plat approval through City Council. She stated that in this case, the applicant’s options are limited without the PUD process. She identified the subject property as located near Venture Way and at the end of Paradigm Way, generally parallel to Trekker Ridge, and noted it is zoned Residential Commercial Professional (RCP) with a future land use designation of mixed use, with residential development classified as residential high density. She reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on March 11 and recommended approval, with primary comments relating to traffic and roadways that were addressed by the Public Works Director. She stated the application meets the criteria outlined in the staff report and that notice was provided in accordance with City Code. She noted Intermountain Gas submitted a request for a public utility easement, which will be addressed during the preliminary and final plat processes. In response to questions from Council, Ms. Babb explained that the PUD allows for a density bonus of approximately 1] additional units in exchange for providing at least 20 percent open space, which is met through a park and playground area, and clarified that detailed calculations of open space compliance will be further reviewed during the preliminary plat process. Mayor Dahlquist announced no written comments had been received. There being no public comments, Mayor Dahlquist closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Ms. Swanson, to approve a request for a Planned Unit Development known as The Crossings to allow construction of 65 townhome units, with open space, parking and a park for community use with the following conditions: 1) All applicable standards of Pocatello Municipal Code 16.20 and 16.24 shall be strictly adhered to; 2) A final landscape plan shall be submitted at the time of the initial building permit application and shall be compliant with all landscaping requirements of Pocatello Municipal Code; 3) Sidewalk and landscaping plan shall be submitted at the time of the initial building permit application and shall be compliant with all landscaping requirements of Pocatello Municipal Code; 4) All approved architectural standards shall be enforced by the homeowner's association per Municipal Code 17.02.140.G.5; 5) All applicable standards of Pocatello Municipal Code 17.02.140.D shall be strictly adhered to; 6) All applicable standards of Pocatello Municipal Code 17 .02.140.H shall be strictly adhered to; and 7) All other standards or conditions of Municipal Code not herein stated but applicable to the Planned Unit Development (PUD), REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6 APRIL 2, 2026 . land subdivision and residential development shall apply and that the property is located between Venture Way and Wayfarer Street and will be accessed via Paradigm Way and Venture Way and that the decision be set out in appropriate Council decision format. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Swanson, Bates, Nichols, Paulsen, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 9: HISTORIC PROPERTIES MITIGATION BANK (HPMB) GRANT APPLICATION FOR BRADY CHAPEL Council was asked to approve submission of a Historic Properties Mitigation Bank (HPMB) grant application to complete exterior renovation and rehabilitation work on the historic James H. Brady Chapel and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. The total proposed project cost is $69,300.00 and $50,000.00 will be fully funded by the grant with the remaining amount funded by the grant match account. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Ms. Swanson, to approve submission of a Historic Properties Mitigation Bank (HPMB) grant application to complete exterior renovation and rehabilitation work on the historic James H. Brady Chapel and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Paulsen, Swanson, Bates, Mangum, Nichols, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 10: AIRPORT GRANT AMENDMENT REQUEST - FY2024 FAA AIRPORT GRANT PROGRAM Council was asked to approve an amendment request to the airport’s FY24 FAA Grant Agreement #3-16-0028-059 to increase the grant amount by $83,284.00 to cover actual total project costs for the construction of a new taxilane and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. The total grant amount will increase to $1,187,749.00. The amended grant covers 93.75% of the project cost with the remaining 6.25% funded with airport PFC and state grant funds. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Ms. Satterfield, to approve an amendment request to the airport’s FY24 FAA Grant Agreement #3-16-0028-059 to increase the grant amount by $83,284.00 to cover actual total project costs for the construction of a new taxilane and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Satterfield, Bates, Nichols, Paulsen, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. Tl: RESOLUTION/AIRPORT LEASE AGREEMENT - CRUZER INDUSTRIAL, LLC Council was asked to adopt a resolution and approve a lease agreement with Cruzer Industrial, LLC, for three (3) acres of bare ground at the airport for operation of a mobile sandblasting facility. The lease will be for a five (5) year term with an automatic three (3) year renewal, at a rental rate of $875.00 per month and will be increased annually according to the CPI with a full rate review in 2031 and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7 APRIL 2, 2026 In response to questions from Council, Alan Evans, Airport Manager, stated the proposal involves a current airport tenant using approximately three acres of unused airport property to support a subcontracted sandblasting operation tied to a larger industrial project. He explained the site was selected for its flat terrain and proximity to related work, and noted the tenant will use containment methods to manage and reclaim materials during the process. He stated the lease provides additional airport revenue, is temporary in nature, and may be terminated if necessary. He clarified the subcontractor is a current tenant who rents warehouse space at the airport and is working in coordination with another existing tenant on the project. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Ms. Swanson, to adopt a resolution (2026-10) and approve a lease agreement with Cruzer Industrial, LLC, for three (3) acres of bare ground at the airport for operation of a mobile sandblasting facility. The lease will be for a five (5) year term with an automatic three (3) year renewal, at a rental rate of $875.00 per month and will be increased annually according to the CPI with a full rate review in 2031 and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Swanson, Bates, Nichols, Paulsen, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 12: PARKSANDRECREATION DONATION ACCEPTANCE - TOP NOTCH TREE SERVICE Council was asked to authorize and accept a donation in the amount of $14,300.00 from Top Notch Tree Service, represented by Dirk Anderson, toward the purchase of new playground equipment at Alameda Park and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. In response to questions from Council, Anne Butler, Parks and Recreation Director, stated that Alameda Park will receive two new playgrounds, including replacement of the existing tot lot and installation of an additional larger playground funded through a prior budget amendment, with the possibility of adding another small playground at a different park. She noted the new equipment is expected to be received in late June, with installation timing dependent on other ongoing playground projects. She also provided an update that playground installations are underway or completed at Westello, Freckleton, Scardino, and Legacy parks, with additional work planned for Empire Park. Mayor Dahlquist noted positive public feedback on new park signage and branding. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Mr. Magnum, to authorize and accept a donation in the amount of $14,300.00 from Top Notch Tree Service, represented by Dirk Anderson, toward the purchase of new playground equipment at Alameda Park 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, Nichols, Satterfield, and Swanson. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 8 APRIL 2, 2026 AGENDAITEMNO. 13; RIVERSIDE GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER/GENERAL CONTRACTOR (CM/GC) CONTRACT AMENDMENT Council was asked to approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment to the CM/GC contract with Construction Services, Inc. for the Riverside Golf Course Clubhouse project and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. In response to questions from Council, Anne Butler, Parks and Recreation Director, explained the design work was completed separately and previously approved, with Connections Credit Union serving as project sponsor. She stated the City issued bids after completing design and entered into a general contractor agreement as a standard project delivery method, rather than bidding individual subcontractors. She noted cost increases were driven primarily by site constraints requiring construction in a fixed location near utilities and additional patio space, and that some material substitutions were made to reduce costs while maintaining durability. She confirmed the project is a cost-plus contract with a guaranteed maximum price and contingency, meaning costs could decrease if bids come in lower. She also explained funding comes from the City’s golf fund and a sponsor contribution, and noted the new facility is expected to generate additional revenue through restaurant and simulator operations. In response to questions from Council, Tom Kirkman, Public Works Director, explained the City uses the CM/GC contract method, where design is completed first and a contractor is then selected through a qualifications-based process. He stated the selected general contractor solicits competitive bids from subcontractors and develops a guaranteed maximum price that includes contingencies and general conditions. He noted this approach helps streamline the timeline, comply with state bidding requirements, and ensure competitive pricing, and that it has been successfully used on prior projects such as the recycling center. He also stated subcontractors are required to be competitively solicited, though some bid packages may receive only one response despite broad outreach. Council expressed appreciation for staff’s work on the project and thanked Connections Credit Union for its support of the City’s recreational efforts. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Ms. Satterfield, to approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment to the CM/GC contract with Construction Services, Inc. for the Riverside Golf Course Clubhouse project and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Satterfield, Bates, Nichols, Paulsen, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. 14 LOCAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT #2 - EAST CENTER STREET RAILROAD BRIDGE UNDERPASS Council was asked to approve a Local Professional Services Agreement #2 between the City of Pocatello, Idaho Transportation Department and Civil Science Inc. for construction inspection services for the East Center Street Railroad Bridge Underpass project and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 9 APRIL 2, 2026 Department review. The total agreement is $479,896.00, and is within the project funding allocated for the Local Professional Services Agreement. A motion was made by Mr. Nichols, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve a Local Professional Services Agreement #2 between the City of Pocatello, Idaho Transportation Department and Civil Science Inc. for construction inspection services for the East Center Street Railroad Bridge Underpass project 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, stated the project is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2026 and has experienced delays due to challenging site conditions, including large boulders, sinkholes, and other underground obstructions in the historic area. He explained the underpass, originally built in 1934, has required changes in construction methods, slowing progress at times. He noted crews are working to regain momentum and plan to reopen a single lane when it can be done safely, though this may extend the timeline. He added that while construction carries some risk, the City believes the site can be secured for limited traffic and safety remains the top priority. Mr. Nichols’ motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Nichols, Mangum, Bates, Paulsen, Satterfield, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. 15: LOCAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT - MAIN AND ARTHUR PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS AND FLANDRO DRIVE SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECTS Council was asked to approve a Local Professional Services Agreement between the City of Pocatello, Idaho Transportation Department and Horrocks, LLC for Construction Engineering and Inspection services for the Main and Arthur Pedestrian Crossing and Flandro Drive Safety Improvements Project and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. There is no additional financial requirement or match for the project. The full match has already been allocated in Fund 70 in the amount of $110,852.00. In response to questions from Council, Tom Kirkman, Public Works Director, explained that the projects are focused on improving traffic safety, mobility, and pedestrian accessibility through intersection upgrades, including bulb-outs, ADA ramp improvements, and enhanced pedestrian visibility features. He noted these improvements at intersections such as Main Street and Arthur Avenue, Lander Street by the high school, and others along Main Street are intended to slow traffic, improve pedestrian safety, and support ADA compliance, and are separate from the City’s sidewalk smoothing project, though complementary in purpose. He also described a second project at Yellowstone Avenue and Flandro Drive involving a median installation to restrict unsafe turning movements, particularly at Quinn Road, where traffic conflicts had previously led to a high number of accidents. He stated the Main and Arthur project is expected to begin around April 16 and continue through the summer, with construction staged to maintain traffic access with expected delays, particularly near the high school area. He added that while temporary traffic control measures have been used, permanent improvements are intended to improve long-term safety and significantly reduce accidents. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 10 APRIL 2, 2026 A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve a Local Professional Services Agreement between the City of Pocatello, Idaho Transportation Department and Horrocks, LLC for Construction Engineering and Inspection services for the Main and Arthur Pedestrian Crossing and Flandro Drive Safety Improvements Project 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, Nichols, Satterfield, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. 16: PIGGYBACK PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR HAZMAT TRUCK - FIRE DEPARTMENT Council was asked to approve piggybacking of the HGACBuy Contract FS12-23 for the purchase of one (1) Pierce Enforce Heavy Duty Rescue KB906 in the amount of $1,279,871.00, which includes prepayment discounts, and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. The City of Pocatello has provided hazardous materials response for Region VI under an Interagency Agreement since the 1990s and funding for the purchase is provided through appropriation from the State of Idaho Military. A motion was made by Ms. Swanson, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to approve piggybacking of the HGACBuy Contract FS12-23 for the purchase of one (1) Pierce Enforce Heavy Duty Rescue KB906 in the amount of $1,279,871.00, which includes prepayment discounts, and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Swanson, Paulsen, Bates, Mangum, Nichols, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 17: DONATION ACCEPTANCE/SURPLUS PROPERTY DISPOSAL - POLICE DEPARTMENT Council was asked to approve the following requests regarding the donation acceptance and declaration of surplus property for use by the Police Department and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review: (a) AUTHORIZE AND ACCEPT SCHOOL BUS DONATION Authorize and accept a donation of a 2009 school bus in inoperable condition from Pocatello/ Chubbuck School District #25 for Police Department training purposes; and if approved (b) DECLARE SCHOOL BUS AS SURPLUS Declare a 2009 school bus as surplus and authorize disposal of the bus for scrap after it has been utilized for Police Department training purposes. In response to questions from Council, Corporal Eric Stapleton, Police Department, explained that school buses provided by the school district are used by the SWAT team for training exercises, typically using decommissioned buses. He stated the training is focused on response scenarios involving the protection and rescue of children. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Ms. Swanson, to approve the request as listed in Agenda Item No. 17(a) and 17(b) regarding the donation acceptance and declaration of surplus property for use by the Police Department and authorize the REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 1 APRIL 2, 2026 Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Swanson, Bates, Nichols, Paulsen, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 18: BID ACCEPTANCE/CONTRACT AWARD FOR 2026 SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION (CIPP) PROJECT Council was asked to accept the recommendations of staff and award the bid for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation (CIPP) project to Vortex Services, LLC, in the amount of $255,955.00 and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, including change orders up to 5% of the project total, subject to Legal Department review. Funding for the project has been budgeted in the FY26 Water Pollution Control (WPC) budget. In response to questions from Council, Levi Adams, Water Pollution Control Superintendent, explained that the project involves rehabilitating approximately 4,000 feet of sewer line using a cast-in-place pipe method, which is significantly more economical than full excavation and replacement. He stated the method costs approximately $255,000 compared to an estimated $1.2 million for traditional replacement, while still providing a similar life expectancy of up to 60 to 70 years. He noted the process slightly reduces flow capacity, but not significant enough to create issues. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to accept the . recommendations of staff and award the bid for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation (CIPP) project to Vortex Services, LLC, in the amount of $255,955.00 and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, including change orders up to 5% of the project total, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Paulsen, Bates, Nichols, Satterfield, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. 19: BID ACCEPTANCE/CONTRACT AWARD FOR THE POCATELLO PARKS TREE REMOVAL AND PRUNING PROJECT Council was asked to approve the following requests for the Pocatello Parks Tree Removal and Pruning Project and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review: (a) ACCEPT LOW BID - ADVANTAGE TREE CARE Accept the low bid received on March 24, 2026 from Advantage Tree Care for Option A in the amount of $35,000.00; and if approved (b) AUTHORIZE CONTRACT - ADVANTAGE TREE CARE Authorize a contract between the City of Pocatello and Advantage Tree Care in the amount of $35,000.00 for the Parks Tree Removal and Pruning Project; and REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 12 APRIL 2, 2026 (c) ACCEPT LOW BID - TOP NOTCH TREE Accept the low bid received on March 24, 2026 from Top Notch Tree for Options B, C, D, E, F, G,H, and | in the total amount of $190,970.00; and if approved (d) AUTHORIZE CONTRACT - TOP NOTCH TREE Authorize a contract between the City of Pocatello and Top Notch Tree in the amount of $190,970.00 for the Parks Tree Removal and Pruning Project. Funding for the project has been provided through the USFS Urban Community Forestry Grant. In response to questions from Council, Christine Howe, Grants Manager, explained that staff worked with the Parks Department to identify the highest priority tree maintenance areas using the City’s tree inventory and hazard ratings completed by Brayden Millward, Park Superintendent. She stated the project primarily involves pruning hazardous trees, with some removals, and noted additional work remains beyond the current grant funding. She further explained the bid was broken down according to individual park options, allowing vendors to bid on as many parks as desired. Three bids were received, though one was deemed non-responsive due to incomplete paperwork. In response to questions from Council, Jared Johnson, City Attorney, clarified the agenda item separated bid acceptance and contract authorization actions for the two vendors awarded the project. A motion was made by Mr. Nichols, seconded by Ms. Swanson, to approve the requests as outlined in Agenda Item No. 19(a) through 19(d) for the Pocatello Parks Tree Removal and Pruning Project and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Nichols, Swanson, Bates, Mangum, Paulsen, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 20: ORDINANCE - AMENDING ZONING DESIGNATION OF 3780 PHILBINROAD Council was asked to consider an ordinance amending the zoning designation of 3780 Philbin Road from Light Industrial (LI) to Residential Commercial Professional (RCP). A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Ms. Swanson, that the ordinance, Agenda Item No. 20 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, Swanson, Bates, Nichols, Paulsen, and Satterfield. Jared Johnson, City Attorney, read the ordinance by title. Mayor Dahlquist declared the final reading of the ordinance amending the zoning designation of 3780 Philbin Road from Light Industrial (LI) to Residential Commercial Professional (RCP). Mayor Dahlquist asked, “Shall the ordinance pass?” Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Bates, Mangum, Nichols, Paulsen, Satterfield, and Swanson. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 13 APRIL 2, 2026 Mayor Dahlquist declared the ordinance and summary sheet passed, that it be numbered 3175 and be submitted to the Idaho State Journal for publication. AGENDAITEMNO. 21: ADJOURN There being no further business, Mayor Dahlquist adjourned the meeting at 7:28 p.m. APPROVED BY: “De Aecet. ©. ) jp— MARK DAHLQUIST, MAYOR ATTESTED BY: PREPARED BY: Leandra. AUBRIANA T. RESENDES, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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