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MINUTES
RIGBY CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY JUNE 4th, 2026
7:00 PM
Mayor Nichole Weight called the meeting to order.
The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Councilman Howe.
The prayer by Councilman Stone.
ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE:
Councilwoman Melanie Allen Present
Councilman Kevin Bradshaw
Present
Councilman Alex Espinosa Present
Councilman Timothy Howe Present
Councilman Reed Stone Present
Councilwoman Tonya Hillman Absent
ALSO PRESENT-
City Attorney, Sam Angell
Public Works Director, Mitch Bradley
Police Chief, Allen Fullmer
Planning and Zoning, Ione Hansen
Library Director, Brittney Fielding
Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor, Scott Humpherys
PUBLIC COMMENT –
No Comment
ACTION ITEM - CONSENT AGENDA
The following business items may be approved by one motion and a vote. If any
one member of the Council so desires, any matter listed can be moved to a
separate agenda item.
A. Council Minutes – May 21, 2026
Councilman Bradshaw asked for clarification on a vendor.
Councilman Bradshaw made the motion to Approve Accounts Payable,
seconded by Councilman Espinosa.
Motion carried unanimously.
B. Accounts Payable- May 2026
Councilwoman Allen made the motion to Approve the Minutes as written,
seconded by Councilman Howe.
Motion carried, Councilman Bradshaw abstained.
ACTION ITEM: Open/Consider Bids for Maintenance Building
Mr. Bradley presented the Public Works Shop Project bids for Council consideration. He
explained that the project has been planned over several years to provide adequate
indoor storage for equipment used across Parks, Streets, Water Collections, and
Sanitation. Funding sources include departmental savings and ARPA allocations.
Sealed bids were opened publicly and read into the record as follows:
•
Alpine Construction Management – $2,938,489
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Mountain Valley Builders LLC – $2,742,554
•
Gary Jones Construction – $3,577,594
•
Headwaters Construction – $2,569,000
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Quality Steel – $3,184,781
•
Peterson Brothers – $2,900,000
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Construction Solutions Company – $2,585,622
Mr. Bradley noted that the City is required to accept the lowest responsive bid,
contingent upon proper bonding and insurance. He also stated that the contract allows
for negotiations with the lowest bidder to adjust scope as needed to meet budget
constraints.
Council discussed the bid amounts, the need to verify all required documentation, and
the ability to negotiate reductions in non-essential features. Mitch clarified that any
reductions would focus on convenience features, not structural or functional
components needed to protect equipment.
Mr. Bradley recommended awarding the contract to Headwaters Construction, the
lowest bidder at $2,569,000, pending verification of all required documents and with
authorization to negotiate reductions to bring the project within budget.
Councilman Stone made the motion to Approve the contract with Headwaters
Construction in an amount not to exceed $2,569,000, and authorize the Mayor and
Public Works Director to negotiate reductions as needed, contingent upon all
required documentation being submitted. seconded by Councilman Espinosa.
roll call vote:
Councilman Espinosa - Yes
Councilman Howe - Yes
Councilwoman Allen- Yes
Councilman Stone - Yes
Councilman Bradshaw - Abstain
Motion carried unanimously.
ACTION ITEM: Consider Approval for New Appointment to Rigby City Planning
and Zoning – Mathew Matherly
Mayor Weight recommended Mathew Matherly for Rigby City Planning and Zoning
appointment.
Councilwoman Allen made the motion to Approve the Appointment of Matthew
Matherly to Rigby City Planning and Zoning Board, seconded by Councilman
Stone.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mayor administered the oath of office.
ACTION ITEM: Consider New Contract for Elevator Maintenance at the Library
Mrs. Fielding presented quotes from three elevator companies for required quarterly
maintenance and annual inspections. Young Elevator was the lowest quote. Council
discussed contract terms, including five-year agreements, cancellation clauses, and the
need for an option to terminate if service is unsatisfactory. A representative from Young
Elevator stated their terms are negotiable and they allow termination with 30-days’
notice.
Councilwoman Allen made the motion to Approve the Contract with Young for the
Elevator Services with the Requirement that they include a Thirty Day Notice out
Clause, seconded by Councilman Espinosa.
roll call vote:
Councilman Stone - Yes
Councilman Bradshaw - Yes
Councilman Howe - Yes
Councilwoman Allen- Yes
Councilman Espinosa - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
ACTION ITEM: Consider Grant/Loan Opportunities for Wastewater Treatment Plan
Scott provided an update on the Wastewater Plant Headworks Project. He reported that
Keller Engineering advised the City would rank well for upcoming Rural Development
and Idaho Department of Commerce grants. Council discussed whether to move
forward with the design phase now or wait for funding opportunities.
Scott noted that having the design completed in advance helped the City secure ARPA
funding in the past. Mr. Humphreys couldn’t recall the cost last time for design, but the
estimated cost of the headgates was approximately $5 million. Updated figures are
needed. Funding for design has not been budgeted, and Scott will work with staff to
identify possible sources.
Council expressed hesitation to proceed without firm cost estimates.
The item will be placed on the June 18th agenda after Scott and Keller Associates
provide updated numbers and grant information.
Councilman Howe made the motion to Table until June 18th Meeting, seconded by
Councilman Stone.
ACTION ITEM: Resolution 236-2026 Surplus to go to Auction
Councilman Stone made the motion for the Resolution to be Read in Summary
and Title Only. Seconded by Councilman Espinosa.
Councilwoman Allen made the motion to Approve Resolution 236-2026. seconded
by Councilman Stone.
Motion carried unanimously.
ACTION ITEM: Consider Approval Of The Cost Estimate For Pursuing Judicial
Confirmation And Authorize Publication Of Notice For The Required Hearing
Mr. Bradley explained that the City needs to engage legal counsel to begin the Judicial
Confirmation process. The cost for the required legal work is $8,000, which is higher
than previous years but necessary to move the process forward. Funding is available in
the Water Fund, though it is not the strongest fund financially.
He explained that recent federal grant allocations were reduced from $5 million to $2.5
million, increasing the importance of demonstrating that the City is financially stable and
able to meet match requirements if needed. Completing the Judicial Confirmation step
helps position the City for future grants and shows readiness to secure a loan if
required, though it does not obligate the City to take out a loan.
Council discussed the long-term water tank and booster station project history, rising
construction costs, and the need to avoid delays that could increase expenses further.
Mr. Bradley emphasized that the Judicial Confirmation review simply verifies the City’s
financial capacity and does not commit the City to borrowing.
Councilman Espinosa made the motion to Approve the Agreement for Bond
Council Servies for the City of Rigby with MSBT Law, seconded by Councilman
Bradshaw.
roll call vote:
Councilman Howe - Yes
Councilman Stone - Yes
Councilman Espinosa - Yes
Councilman Bradshaw - Yes
Councilwoman Allen- Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
Action Item- Adjournment
Councilman Howe made the motion to Adjourn, seconded by Councilman
Bradshaw.
Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVED__________________________________
Nichole Weight, Mayor
Attest__________________________
Kiesha Keller, City Clerk
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