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CITY OF CITY OF POCATELLO, IDAHO : Beene T. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 19, 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 Pastor Wayne Shipman, representing Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. AGENDAITEMNO. 3: CONSENT AGENDA Council was asked to consider the following business items: (a) MATERIAL CLAIMS Approve the Material Claims for the period of March 1-15, 2026 in the amount of $3,358,710.59. (b) TREASURER’S REPORT Approve the Treasurer’s Report for January 2026 showing cash and investments as of January 31, 2026 in the amount of $118,610, 397. (c) PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD REAPPOINTMENT Confirm the Mayor’s reappointment of Lisa Willmore to continue serving as a member of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Lisa’s term will begin March 8, 2026 and expire March 8, 2028. (d) | COUNCIL DECISION - REZONE OF 3780 PHILBIN ROAD Adopt the Council’s decision approving the request from Gate City Builders, LLC to amend the zoning designation of 3780 Philbin Road from Light Industrial (LI) to Residential Commercial Professional (RCP). (e) COUNCIL DECISION - BREEZY COMMONS TOWNHOUSES PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) AMENDMENT Adopt the Council’s decision granting a request by Gate City Builders, LLC for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) amendment allowing construction of twenty-nine (29) multi-family units and thirty-five (35) small storage units, generally located at 3780 Philbin Road, subject to conditions. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve the items on the Consent Agenda. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Paulsen, Mangum, Bates, Nichols, Satterfield, and Swanson. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2 MARCH 19, 2026 AGENDAITEMNO. 4: PROCLAMATIONS Mayor Dahlquist announced there were no proclamations. AGENDAITEMNO. _ 5: CALENDAR REVIEW Mayor Dahlquist reminded Council members of the following meetings: April 2 Clarification meeting at 5:30 p.m. and Regular City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m.; April 9 City Council Work Session at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Special City Council meeting. Mayor Dahlquist announced the City Creek Recreation Area gates are closed to motorized access until approximately May 15, 2026; the City will begin its annual spring cleanup at Restlawn Memorial Gardens and Mountain View Cemetery starting March 31, weather permitting, with work continuing through April; the Compost Happens program will run from April 1 through the last full week of November with yard waste carts collected on regular service days; Zoo Idaho will open on weekends only beginning April 4 and will be open daily starting May 3; the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Human Services Department will host the 10th Annual Job and Resources Fair on April 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Shoshone-Bannock Hotel and Event Center; the City will host a job fair on April 10 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Public Works office at 2405 Garrett Way; and check presentations to nonprofits from the Giving Machine event will take place March 31 at 11:00 a.m. at ICCU Headquarters. Mayor Dahlquist recognized a scout in attendance from Troop 395 sponsored by the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. AGENDAITEMNO. 6: ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE Idaho Law, Pocatello resident, expressed interest in working with the City to assist with legal-related matters through media support and requested clarification on how to coordinate those efforts. He also shared concerns regarding environmental and public health issues in the community, encouraged cleanup efforts, and stated he would like to be involved in potential solutions. AGENDAITEMNO. 7: SHORT PLAT APPLICATION - FAIRGROUNDS PLACE Council was asked to approve a short plat application by McCormick Ranch, LLC, represented by Brady Smith (mailing address: 161 Jefferson Avenue, Pocatello, ID 83201) to subdivide 28.41 acres (more or less) of parcel RPCPP150800 into two (2) lots. The property is located at 4615 Fairgrounds Road and will be known as Fairgrounds Place Subdivision. Merril Quayle, representing MEG Engineering, spoke on behalf of the applicant and was attending with Brady Smith of Avant. He clarified the originally submitted plat has been corrected to show one 6-acre lot and one 22.41-acre lot, and if approved, it will be forwarded to the County for review. He explained the request is for a land split, with the 6-acre lot planned for immediate development in coordination with another developer who is working to close on the property and begin construction soon. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 3 MARCH 19, 2026 He noted the applicant has received verbal approval from the County to use an existing water line for interim construction, while plans are being developed to extend a new water line from Venture Way. In response to questions from Council, he explained that consistent with standard practice, the 6-acre lot would pay the annexation water fee, approximately $40,000, and the remaining lot would pay at the time of future development. He added the applicant agrees with the conditions outlined in the staff report. In response to questions from Council, Mr. Quayle confirmed the total acreage of 28.41 acres is correct and prior discrepancies were due to corrected typographical errors. He explained the project will include income-restricted housing funded by time- sensitive federal funds, with construction anticipated to begin this summer and completion expected in fall 2027. He noted total annexation water fees for the full site would be approximately $117,000; however, only the 6-acre portion, at approximately $40,000, is being requested at this time, with the remaining acreage to be addresse during future development. In response to questions from Council, Jared Johnson, City Attorney, advised that the request differs from what is outlined in the staff report and recommended hearing from staff for further clarification. He noted there are still preliminary discussions taking place and stated his recommendation would likely be for Council to approve the request with the conditions listed in the staff report, with the understanding that amendments could be made at a later date if needed. In response to questions from Council, Skyler Allen, Utility Engineer, explained annexation water fees are calculated based on projected water usage per acre and zoning, noting the property is considered mixed-use. He stated the fee for the 6-acre parcel is approximately $24,912 and the remaining acreage is approximately $92,628. He explained the timing of collection is not specified in the resolution, but standard practice is to collect fees prior to final plat approval, though staff is open to Council direction to deviate, and noted the current process has some challenges but is functional and requires tracking of payments. He further indicated the proposed development may include approximately 100 units on the 6-acre parcel and explained the property was deannexed from Chubbuck in 2021-2022 due to the City of Chubbuck being unable to provide utility services. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Ms. Satterfield, to approve a short plat application by McCormick Ranch, LLC, represented by Brady Smith to subdivide 28.41 acres (more or less) of parcel RPCPP150800 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 Tom Kirkman, Public Works Director, dated March 10, 2026, 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; and 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 4615 Fairgrounds Road and will be known as Fairgrounds Place Subdivision and that the decision be set out in appropriate Council decision format. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Satterfield, Bates, Nichols, Paulsen, and Swanson. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 4 MARCH 19, 2026 AGENDAITEMNO. _ 8: 2026 LOWE’S COMMUNITY IMPACT PROJECT GRANT APPLICATION - LEGACY PARK Council was asked to approve a grant application for the 2026 Lowe's Community Impact Project for Legacy Park improvements and, if awarded, authorize acceptance of the grant and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. The total proposed project cost is $300,000.00 and will be fully funded by the grant. A motion was made by Mr. Nichols, seconded by Ms. Swanson, to approve a grant application for the 2026 Lowe’s Community Impact Project for Legacy Park improvements and, if awarded, authorize acceptance of 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 Nichols, Swanson, Bates, Mangum, Paulsen, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 9: AIRPORT GRANT APPLICATION - FAA AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM Council was asked to approve a grant application to the FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant Program in the amount of $950,000.00 for design, bidding and install of replacements/upgrades of the airport access control system, operators and doors and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. The current application will supersede the application approved by Council on November 20, 2025. In response to questions from Council, Alan Evans, Airport Manager, explained the second draft was necessary because the original draft only included bidding and design, not installation, and the FAA requested the components be combined into a single grant. He stated the project has not yet gone out to bid but is expected to proceed quickly once it does. He noted the existing system is approximately 21 years old and experiencing electronic issues, making replacement necessary, and added that the project is designed to minimize disruption to patrons by building the new system in place and transitioning once complete. A motion was made by Ms. Swanson, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to approve a grant application to the FAA Airport Infrastructure Grant Program in the amount of $950,000.00 for design, bidding and install of replacements/upgrades of the airport access control system, operators and doors 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. 10: COMMUNITY GARDEN PROPERTY LEASE AGREEMENT AND RESOLUTION - PORTNEUF VALLEY PARTNERS Council was asked to adopt a resolution and approve a lease agreement with Portneuf Valley Partners (PVP) for a portion of property known as parcel RPRPCPP090403, north of the Water Department, which is currently undeveloped for a community garden and REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5 MARCH 19, 2026 authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Ms. Satterfield, to adopt a Resolution (2026-04) and approve a lease agreement with Portneuf Valley Partners (PVP) for a portion of property known as parcel RPRPCPP090403, north of the Water Department, which is currently undeveloped for a community garden and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. Council expressed support for the project, noting the community garden aligns with goals in the City’s Comprehensive Plan. In response to questions from Council, Anne Butler, Parks and Recreation Director, explained the City has a longstanding relationship with Portneuf Valley Partners, which typically completes projects and then transfers maintenance to the City; however, in this case, the City will lease the land to Portneuf Valley Partners that will be responsible for development, irrigation, and long-term maintenance under a five-year (5) lease, with no cost to the City, describing the arrangement as a mutual benefit. Mr. Paulsen’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Paulsen, Satterfield, Bates, Mangum, Nichols, and Swanson. AGENDA ITEMNO. © 11: TEMPORARY PARKING USE AGREEMENT - ADVANTAGE PLUS CREDIT UNION Council was asked to approve a use agreement with Advantage Plus Credit Union, owner of two (2) undeveloped parcels of property located on Bannock Highway, east of the Advantage Plus Credit Union branch at 3415 Johnny Creek Road for temporary vehicle and equipment parking during construction of a new clubhouse at Riverside Golf Course and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Mr. Nichols, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve a use agreement with Advantage Plus Credit Union, owner of two (2) undeveloped parcels of property located on Bannock Highway, east of the Advantage Plus Credit Union branch at 3415 Johnny Creek Road for temporary vehicle and equipment parking during construction of a new clubhouse at Riverside Golf Course and authorize the Mayor's signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Nichols, Mangum, Bates, Paulsen, Satterfield, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. 12: TEMPORARY PARKING USE AGREEMENT - STEVEN HALL Council was asked to approve a use agreement with Steven Hall, owner of three (3) parcels of property located on Tech Farm Road for temporary vehicle parking and turnaround during construction of a new clubhouse at Riverside Golf Course and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6 MARCH 19, 2026 A motion was made by Ms. Swanson, seconded by Mr. Paulson, to approve a use agreement with Steven Hall, owner of three (3) parcels of property located on Tech Farm Road for temporary vehicle parking and turnaround during construction of a new clubhouse at Riverside Golf Course 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. 13: WPC FARM LEASE RENEWAL AGREEMENTS AND RESOLUTIONS Council was asked to approve the following lease agreements and adopt corresponding resolutions for City-owned property located west of the wastewater treatment plant used by the Water Pollution Control (WPC) Department for the purpose of biosolids application and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. (a) KEVIN AND ANN LOVELAND Kevin Loveland and Ann Loveland - 105 acres of City-owned property. The lease term will be five (5) years and rental rate will be $10,500.00 per year; (b) MCNABB FARMS McNabb Farms - Approximately 216.2 acres of City-owned property. The lease term will be five (5) years and the rental rate will be $21,620.00 per year; and (c) NATHAN SCHROEDER Nathan Schroeder - Approximately 956.1 acres of City-owned property, consisting of four (4) parcels. The lease term will be five (5) years and the rental rate will be $95,610.00 per year. Continued farming of the property is a necessary component of the Biosolids Management Plan, which ensures compliance with the City’s Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) permit. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Ms. Swanson, to approve the lease agreements as listed in Agenda Item No. 13(a) for Kevin and Ann Loveland as outlined and adopt corresponding Resolution (2026-05), Agenda Item No. 13(b) for Mcnabb Farms as outlined and adopt corresponding Resolution (2026-06), Agenda Item No. 13(c) for Nathan Schroeder as outlined and adopt corresponding Resolution (2026-07), for City- owned property located west of the wastewater treatment plant used by the Water Pollution Control (WPC) Department for the purpose of biosolids application and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all applicable documents, subject to Legal Department review. Mr. Mangum commended the Water Pollution Control Department for its work in partnering with local farmers for land management efforts. He noted he attended a recent water summit where Pocatello was recognized as a model city for these types of programs. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7 MARCH 19, 2026 Mr. Mangum’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Swanson, Bates, Nichols, Paulsen, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 14: RESOLUTION/AIRPORT LEASE AGREEMENT - ITC SERVICES Council was asked to adopt a resolution and approve alease agreement with ITC Services for approximately 7,750 square feet of warehouse space and 15,000 square feet of outdoor storage at the airport for the purpose of operation of their tarping company. Term is two (2) years with an automatic two—year renewal and rental rate will be $1,553.46 per month to be increased annually according to the CPI and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to adopt a Resolution (2026-08) and approve a lease agreement with ITC Services for approximately 7,750 square feet of warehouse space and 15,000 square feet of outdoor storage at the airport for the purpose of operation of their tarping company. Term is two (2) years with an automatic two—year renewal and rental rate will be $1,553.46 per month to be increased annually according to the CPI 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, Nichols, Satterfield, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. 15: AIRPORT LEASE TERMINATION, RESOLUTION AND LEASE AGREEMENT Council was asked to approve the following requests for terminal space at the airport, and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review: (a) DELTA AIRLINES LEASE TERMINATION Approve termination of a lease agreement between the City of Pocatello and Delta Airlines; and if approved (b) SKYWEST AIRLINES LEASE AGREEMENT Adopt a resolution and approve a lease agreement between the City of Pocatello and SkyWest Airlines for 1,747 square feet of exclusive use space and 9,539 square feet of common space inside the terminal for operation of a commercial airline. The lease will be for a two-year term at a rental rate of $8,702.39 per month, plus landing fees and will be increased annually according to the CPI, with a maximum increase of 3.5%. In response to questions from Council, Alan Evans, Airport Manager, explained the agreement represents a positive development for the airport and clarified that service is not being reduced. He noted that while Delta previously introduced a larger aircraft, it has not been consistently filled, leading to adjustments in service. He explained that SkyWest will continue the route using a CRJ700O aircraft configured to offer approximately 50 seats, allowing for lower operating costs while maintaining similar service levels. He added this change better aligns capacity with current demand and may allow for additional flights as usage increases. He emphasized that SkyWest has been a REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 8 MARCH 19, 2026 long-standing partner and that the adjustment is expected to provide a positive experience for the community. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Ms. Satterfield, to approve the lease termination agreement as listed in Agenda Item 15(a) and approve the lease agreement as listed in Agenda Item 15(b) for terminal space at the airport, and adopt Resolution (2026-09), 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. 16: NORTHPORTNEUF CROSSING PROJECT TASK ORDER #1 FOR OWNER CONSULTANT/ ENGINEERING SERVICES - HLE Council was asked to approve Task Order #1 to the Owner Consultant/Engineering Services Agreement for the North Portneuf Crossing Project between the City of Pocatello and HLE in the amount of $25,980.00 for the design-build bidding process for the North Portneuf Crossing project and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. There is no financial requirement or match for this project and will be funded from the RAISE (North Portneuf Crossing) Grant. In response to questions from Council, Mariela Mejia, Project Manager, explained the project will extend Foothill Boulevard to connect with Kraft Road, with Gathe Road being converted into a cul-de-sac. She stated the primary purpose of the project is to improve traffic flow and reduce accidents in the area, noting there have been safety concerns with current traffic patterns. She added a traffic signal will be installed at Main and Kraft. She reported the project is currently at the 30% design stage and awaiting environmental approval, after which it will move into the bidding process in the coming months, with construction anticipated to begin in the fall and completion required by the end of 2028. She also clarified Gathe Road will remain open until the Foothill connection is completed, ensuring continued access for property owners. A motion was made by Ms. Swanson, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to approve Task Order #1 to the Owner Consultant/Engineering Services Agreement for the North Portneuf Crossing Project between the City of Pocatello and HLE in the amount of $25,980.00 for the design-build bidding process for the North Portneuf Crossing project and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Swanson, Paulsesn, Bates, Mangum, Nichols, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 17: ADJOURN There being no further business, Mayor Dahlquist adjourned the meeting at 6:47 p.m. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 19, 2026 APPROVED BY: MARK. DAHLQUIST, MAYOR ATTESTED BY: PREPARED BY: AUBRIANA T. RESENDES, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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