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CITY OF _ CITY OF POCATELLO, IDAHO a CITY COUNCIL REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 5, 2026 AGENDA ITEM NO. _ 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 Nancy Pearson, representing First Presbyterian Church. Mayor Dahlquist welcomed Scout Troop 370 sponsored by the Pocatello Community Charter School. 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: Special Clarification meeting and Special City Council meeting of January 8, 2026; Clarification and Regular City Council meetings of January 15, 2026; and Special City Council meeting of January 22, 2026. (b) MATERIAL CLAIMS Approve the Material Claims for the period of January 16-31, 2026 in the amount of $3,624,067.64. (c) APPOINTMENT Confirm the Mayor’s appointment of Heather Hansen to serve as amember of the CDBG Advisory Committee, replacing Heather Disselkoen whose term expired. Heather’s term will begin February 6, 2026 and expire January 1, 2029. (d) POCATELLO DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY APPOINTMENT Confirm the Mayor’s appointment of Brent Nichols to serve as a member of the Pocatello Development Authority, replacing Linda Leeuwrik. Brent's term will begin February 6, 2026 and expire May 1, 2028. (e) POCATELLO REGIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION APPOINTMENT Confirm the Mayor’s appointment of Douglas Stacey to serve as a member of the Pocatello Regional Airport Commission, replacing Larry Bell whose term expired. Douglas’ term will begin February 6, 2026 and expire February 6, 2028. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 2 FEBRUARY 5, 2026 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 Mayor Dahlquist announced there were no proclamations. AGENDAITEMNO. _ 5: CALENDAR REVIEW Mayor Dahlquist reminded Council members of the following meetings: February 12 Work Session at 9:00 a.m., followed by a Special City Council meeting; February 19 Council Clarification meeting at 5:30 p.m. and Regular City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Dahlquist announced that the City offices would be closed February 16 in observance of President’s Day, and garbage and recycling pickups would remain on- schedule that week; the 46" Annual Simplot Games would be held February 19 - 21; and City Creek Recreation Area gates would be closed to motorized access until approximately May 15. He reminded residents to keep sidewalks clear of snow and ice and that snow removed from driveways must not be placed in the street, as doing so creates a hazard for drivers. AGENDAITEMNO. | 6: ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE Idaho Lorax, Pocatello resident, spoke of his concerns related to the environment. AGENDAITEMNO. 7: PUBLIC HEARING - ANNEXATION AND ZONING MAP DESIGNATION This time was set aside for the Council to hear comments from the public regarding a request by Christopher White (mailing address: 150 North Main Street, Pocatello, ID 83204) to annex 21.92 acres (more or less) of land into the City of Pocatello corporate boundary, with a proposed designation of Residential Estate (RE). The property is located along North Facer Mountain View Drive. Following a public hearing held January 14, 2026, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the request. Mayor Dahlquist opened the public hearing. Christopher White, applicant, stated that this application was a formality required by Bannock County. He clarified that he does not wish to have his property annexed by the City and intends to develop the property according to Bannock County standards. In response to questions from Council, Mr. White reiterated that he does not wish for his property to be annexed by the City at this time, but he may in the future if services could be supplied to the property. In response to questions from Council, Jim Anglesey, Long Range Planner, explained that because the property is contiguous to the city boundary, in order for the property to be subdivided and developed, the City must be allowed the opportunity to annex the property. He clarified that staff does not recommend annexing the property. Mayor Dahlquist announced no written comments had been received. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 3 FEBRUARY 5, 2026 A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to deny a request from Christopher White to annex 21.92 acres (more or less) of land into the City of Pocatello corporate boundary, with a proposed designation of Residential Estate (RE). Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Paulsen, Bates, Nichols, Satterfield, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. _ 8: FINAL PLAT APPLICATION - CORNER COVE TOWNHOMES Council was asked to approve a final plat application by Wyatt Radke of A&E Engineering (mailing address: 845 West Center Street, Suite E, Pocatello, ID 83204) to replat 0.40 acres (more or less) of three (3) Pocatello Townsite lots into four (4) townhome lots and one (1) lot for development of a 3-unit apartment building. The parcels are generally located at or near 1737 North Harrison Avenue. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the application. Wyatt Radke, A&E Engineering, gave a description of the property and overview of the plat application and applicable zoning. | He confirmed that the design meets all City requirements and the units would utilize existing infrastructure for water and sewer. In response to questions from Council, Mr. Radke clarified that the existing single-family dwelling would be removed from the property which would allow for the future addition of four (4) townhomes and a 3-unit apartment building. In response to a question from Council, Becky Babb, Planning Manager, confirmed that this would be a replat of parcels previously subdivided. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Ms. Swanson, to approve a request by Wyatt Radke of A&E Engineering to replat 0.40 acres (more or less) of three (3) Pocatello Townsite lots into four (4) townhome lots and one (1) lot for development of a 3-unit apartment building with the following conditions: 1) all conditions set out in the Public Works Department Memorandum from Merril Quayle, P.E. dated November 5, 2025 shall be met; and 2) all other standards and conditions of Municipal Code not herein stated but applicable to the subdivision shall apply; and that the subdivision is generally located at or near 1737 North Harrison Avenue, and that the decision be set out in appropriate Council decision format. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Paulsen, Swanson, Bates, Mangum, Nichols, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 9: FINAL PLAT APPLICATION - GREENFIELD MEADOWS DIVISION Council was asked to approve a final plat application by Pocatello Creek Development Company, represented by Sunrise Engineering (mailing address: 600 East Oak Street, Pocatello, ID 83201) to subdivide 10.27 acres (more or less) into approximately 25 lots for residential development. The subdivision is located on the corner of Owyhee Street and Kolob Street and will be known as Greenfield Meadows Division 7. Ryan Satterfield, Satterfield Realty and Development, clarified that the application was made by Satterfield Realty and Development but the land is owned by Pocatello Creek Development. He stated that there would be 24 building lots and 1 stormwater lot dedicated to the City to serve as part of the stormwater system. Mr. Satterfield added that he had no issues with the conditions required for the plat. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 4 FEBRUARY 5, 2026 A motion was made by Mr. Nichols, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve a final plat application by Pocatello Creek Development Company, represented by Sunrise Engineering to subdivide 10.27 acres (more or less) into approximately 25 lots for residential development with the following conditions: 1) all conditions set out in the Public Works Department Memorandum from Jacob Murphy, Senior Engineering Technician, dated January 26, 2026 shall be met; and 2) all other standards and conditions of Municipal Code not herein stated but applicable to the subdivision shall apply; and that the subdivision located on the corner of Owhyee Street and Kolob Street will be known as Greenfield Meadows Division 7, and that the decision be set out in appropriate Council decision format. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Nichols, Mangum, Bates, Paulsen, Satterfield, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. 10: FINAL PLAT APPLICATION - EAGLE’S LANDING DIVISION 2 Council was asked to approve a final plat application by Group 5, LLC, represented by Sunrise Engineering (mailing address: 600 East Oak Street, Pocatello, ID 83201) to subdivide 10.43 acres (more or less) into approximately 22 lots for residential development. The subdivision is located on Falcon Ridge Drive and will be known as Eagle’s Landing Division 2. Merril Quayle, Sunrise Engineering, gave a brief overview of the ownership history of the property and the extension for platting granted to the current owner. He clarified that included in the application is a request to combine phases 2 and 3 into a single plat. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Ms. Satterfield, to approve a final plat application by Group 5, LLC, represented by Sunrise Engineering to subdivide 10.43 acres (more or less) into approximately 22 lots for residential development with the following conditions: 1) all other standards and conditions of Municipal Code not herein stated but applicable to the subdivision shall apply; and that the subdivision located on Falcon Ridge Drive will be known as Eagle’s Landing Division 2; 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. AGENDA ITEM NO. 11: SHORT PLAT APPLICATION - ELEVATION 5000 DIVISION 2 Council was asked to approve a short plat application by Billy B. Isley, represented by Sunrise Engineering (mailing address: 600 East Oak Street, Pocatello, ID 83201) to subdivide one (1) acre (more or less) into four (4) lots, with a continuation of open space. The property is located at approximately 2227 East Center Street and will be known as Elevation 5000 Division 2. Billy Isley gave a brief overview of the history of the property development. He stated that this piece of property was not included in the original Elevation 5000 townhomes subdivision but kept in reserve due to a potential road change issue. Mr. Isley explained that the issue has been resolved and the land will now be subdivided into four lots and the continuation of an open space common area between the two divisions. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to approve a short plat application by Billy B. Isley, represented by Sunrise Engineering to subdivide one (1) acre REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 5 FEBRUARY 5, 2026 (more or less) into four (4) lots, with a continuation of open space, with the following conditions: 1) all conditions on the Short Plat Subdivision Application Staff Report attached hereto as Exhibit “B”, and incorporated herein, shall be met; 2) all conditions set out in the Public Works Department Memorandum from Jacob Murphy, Senior Engineering Technician, dated January 26, 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; that the property located at approximately 2227 East Center Street will be known as Elevation 5000 Division 2, 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. 12: SHORT PLAT APPLICATION - CAHOON LANDING Council was asked to approve a short plat application by Alameda, LLC, (mailing address: 700 West Alameda Road, Pocatello, ID 83201) represented by Jose Nava to subdivide 0.40 acres (more or less) into three (3) lots. The property is located at 700 West Alameda Road and will be known as Cahoon Landing. The proposal is a re-plat of Brennan- Cahoon Acres located in a portion of Lot 8. Staff found the proposal compliant with all applicable standards and recommended approval, with conditions. Jose Nava, Gve Drafting & Land Surveying, gave a brief overview of the request to subdivide the property. He clarified that the existing structure would remain on the southern piece of property and that the northern piece of property would be divided into two lots. He added that utility connections would be accessed through a utility easement connected to Cahoon Avenue. In response to a question from Council, Mr. Nava reiterated the intent to separate the existing lot into two pieces, one piece to accommodate the existing structure and the other piece to accommodate two single- family dwelling lots. A motion was made by Mr. Nichols, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to approve a final plat application by Alameda, LLC, represented by Jose Nava, to subdivide 0.40 acres (more or less) into three (3) 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 Jacob Murphy, Senior Engineering Technician, dated January 27, 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; that the property located at 700 West Alameda Road will be known as Cahoon Landing, and that the decision be set out in appropriate Council decision format. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Nichols, Mangum, Bates, Paulsen, Satterfield, and Swanson. AGENDAITEMNO. 13:. POLICE DEPARTMENT DONATION ACCEPTANCE Council was asked to authorize and accept a donation of surveillance equipment from Our Rescue for use in human trafficking investigations and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6 FEBRUARY 5, 2026 In response to questions from Council, Captain Bill Collins, Police Department, confirmed that the donation consists of items to be used for surveillance in ongoing investigations of human trafficking. He emphasized the Police Department's desire to protect victims that are trafficked through Pocatello. Captain Collins clarified that this equipment would be for use by the Pocatello Police Department, not other agencies, as part of ongoing investigations. He stated that due to donations from Operation Underground Railroad, he does not anticipate any obligations on the City for funding the software component. Mr. Mangum thanked the Pocatello Police Department for their work in protecting people and pledged his support to their efforts. A motion was made by Ms. Swanson, seconded by Mr. Mangum, to authorize and accept a donation of surveillance equipment from Our Rescue for use in human trafficking investigations and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Swanson, Mangum, Bates, Nichols, Paulsen, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 14; DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY - STREET SERVICES DEPARTMENT Council was asked to accept the recommendations of staff and declare a 2012 Caterpillar Paver as surplus and authorize the trade-in of the equipment as part of the pending FY 2026 equipment procurements 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 accept the recommendations of staff and declare a 2012 Caterpillar Paver as surplus and authorize the trade-in of the equipment as part of the pending FY2026 equipment procurements 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 decisions to lease or purchase equipment are based on multiple operational and financial factors, such as prevailing interest rates, projected equipment utilization, and the need for reliable access to critical equipment during emergencies. He stated that there is no lease program available for paving equipment and indicated that even if such a program existed, it would not likely be a viable option. Mr. Kirkman stated that the anticipated service life of a paver is approximately 13 to 15 years, and that these machines are designed for durability and maintainability, with components engineered for replacement or repair to extend their service life. He explained that the City paves approximately four miles of asphalt roadway annually, noting that full repaving is costly; as a result, the City relies on preservation strategies and treats roughly 40 miles of roadway each year to extend pavement life. He reported that while the national average pavement condition index (PCI) for similarly sized communities ranges from 60-65 (with 100 representing a new road), Pocatello’s streets were rated 75 following an independent laser-based survey. The Streets Division also utilizes emerging technology, including vehicle-mounted iPhone data collection and garbage truck scanning systems, to assess roadway conditions, identify potholes, map deficiencies, and monitor streets and Greenway Trails. He added that the City shifted in 2014 from addressing the worst roads first to a proactive maintenance approach focused on preserving roads in good condition. Current treatments include fog seal, micro seal (extending pavement life REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7 FEBRUARY 5, 2026 approximately 7-10 years), and localized repaving or base repair, with the goal of preventing more costly full reconstruction whenever possible. Mr. Mangum’s motion was voted upon at this time. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Mangum, Paulsen, Bates, Nichols, Swanson, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 15: PIGGBACK BID ACCEPTANCE FOR REFUSE CONTAINERS Council was asked to accept the recommendations of staff and approve piggybacking of the City of Pocatello 2023 competitively bid pricing with Enterprise Sales for the purchase of 3-yard front-load, 6-yard front-load and 30-yard containers in the amount of $284,300.00 and authorize the Mayor’s signature on all pertinent documents, subject to Legal Department review. Funding for the purchase is available in the Sanitation Services FY2026 budget. In response to questions from Council, Tom Kirkman, Public Works Director, gave a brief explanation of piggyback bids and the bid process as required by the State of Idaho, including resultant cost and time savings. He explained the need for additional roll-off containers is due to a significant increase in demand primarily from increased construction throughout the community. Mr. Kirkman reviewed the Sanitation Department’s changeover from the more costly and dangerous rear-loading trucks to safer and more cost efficient front-loading trucks. He explained that the changeover process is nearly complete and additional front-load containers were needed to conclude the changeover of the last garbage collection route as well as to replace some containers that were over 40 years old. Mr. Kirkman reported that rate studies are being used to guide the purchase of containers and trucks, noting that three flatbed trucks have been purchased the last three years, two older trucks are on-site in case of emergency, and a few more will need to be purchased in the near future. He pointed out that a conservative rate study from two years ago underestimated sanitation fees as well as the revenue generated, and those are now being adjusted appropriately. Mr. Kirkman confirmed that trucks are equipped with cameras, including 360-degree cameras, to assist drivers in maximizing safety. A motion was made by Mr. Mangum, seconded by Mr. Paulsen, to accept the recommendations of staff and approve piggybacking of the City of Pocatello 2023 competitively bid pricing with Enterprise Sales for the purchase of 3-yard front-load, 6- yard front-load and 30-yard containers in the amount of $284,300.00 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, Swanson, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 16: COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR BUILDING AND MECHANICAL INSPECTIONS Council was asked to approve a Cooperative Agreement with Bannock County to conduct building and mechanical inspections for the Building Department. Mayor Dahlquist explained that due to the current vacancy in the Building Official position, the City does not have a certified individual available to conduct commercial inspections. He stated that Bannock County has approved a memorandum of REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 8 FEBRUARY 5, 2026 understanding allowing the County’s inspector to conduct commercial inspections on the City’s behalf and retain 75% of the inspection fees, which will be based on the City’s inspection rates. He added that the agreement includes a 30-day termination clause and may remain in effect for up to 12 months. In response to questions from Council, Mayor Dahlquist confirmed that the County expects to be able to meet the increased inspection demand with minor or no delays. A motion was made by Mr. Paulsen, seconded by Ms. Swanson, to approve a Cooperative Agreement with Bannock County to conduct building and mechanical inspections for the Building Department. Upon roll call, those voting in favor were Paulsen, Swanson, Bates, Mangum, Nichols, and Satterfield. AGENDAITEMNO. 17: ADJOURN There being no further business, Mayor Dahlquist adjourned the meeting at 7:02 p.m. APPROVED BY: MARK DAHLQUIST, MAYOR ATTESTED BY: PREPARED BY:
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