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MINUTES
WORK MEETING
RIGBY CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2025
7:00 PM
The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Councilman Wilder and the prayer by
Councilman Stone.
ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE:
Councilman Mike Wilder Present
Councilwoman Becky Harrison Present
Councilman Alex Espinosa Present
Councilman Timothy Howe Present
Councilman Reed Stone Present
Councilwoman Tonya Hillman Absent
ALSO PRESENT-
City Attorney, Sam Angell
Director Of Public Works, Mitch Bradley (via telephone)
Planning and Zoning Administrator, Ione Hansen
Police Chief, Allen Fullmer
PUBLIC COMMENT -
Nino Penguera inquired about plans to move the existing skate park from the
fairgrounds area to Wilson Park. Mr. Penguera offered his services when the time
comes.
Adam Hall suggested Council Members deserve a raise.
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 – October 16, 2025
Councilwoman Harrison made the motion to Approve the Minutes for October 16,
2025, seconded by Councilman Espinosa. Councilman Wilder Abstained.
B. Council Work Meeting Minutes October 23- Water Meeting
Councilwoman Harrison made the motion to Approve the Minutes for October 23
with the change of Councilman Stone being absent, 2025, seconded by
Councilman Howe. Councilman Stone, Councilman Espinosa, and Councilman
Wilder Abstained.
C. Accounts Payable- October 2025
Councilwoman Howe made the motion to Approve the Accounts Payable October
2025 in the amount of $39,651.02, seconded by Councilman Stone,
roll call vote:
Councilman Timothy Howe - Yes
Councilman Alex Espinosa - Yes
Councilwoman Becky Harrison - Yes
Councilman Mike Wilder - Yes
Councilman Reed Stone - Yes
ACTION ITEM: Consider Approval to Publication Ordinance Amendment 2025-659
– An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No 2020-601 Regarding RV Park
Regulations
Council discussed potential modifications to the ordinance governing RV park stays.
The current ordinance allows a maximum stay of three months, with possible extensions
subject to mayoral approval. Members noted enforcement challenges in tracking long-
term residents and debated whether to remove time restrictions entirely or strengthen
enforcement mechanisms. Proposed solutions included requiring parks to post stay
limits, establishing a warning system, and adding misdemeanor penalties for violations.
TABLED
DISCUSSION ITEM: Presentation of Updated Impact Zoning Map from Jefferson
County
Council discussed the updated Impact Zoning Map received from Jefferson County.
Mayor Datwyler shared the input he had previously discussed with the County and
asked Council for any additional comments. Councilman Wilder requested that two
blocks to the east of the current proposed Impact Zone be added. Ms. Hansen noted
she would be meeting with the County the following day and would raise the request.
ACTION ITEM: Consider Approval of Notice of Award – Highway 48 Water Line
Replacement
Mr. Bradley was unable to attend the meeting in person but was contacted by phone to
provide clarification on this agenda item. He explained that the original award notice to
Trico had been cancelled and recommended awarding the project to the second bidder,
Edstrom’s. He noted that payment for materials should be made as soon as possible to
secure current pricing, with the project scheduled to continue in the spring.
Councilman Wilder made the motion to Approve the Bid to Edstrom Construction
on Highway 48 in the amount of $920,594.50, seconded by Councilman Stone,
roll call vote:
Councilwoman Becky Harrison - Yes
Councilman Reed Stone -
Yes
Councilman Mike Wilder - Yes
Councilman Timothy Howe - Yes
Councilman Alex Espinosa - Yes
ACTION ITEM PUBLIC HEARING: Proposed Moratorium on Annexation
For: None
Against: None
Neutral: None
Mayor closed the Public Hearing and turned it over to Council to discuss.
Council Discussion
Recap of October 16th meeting and update on drafts for Ordinances for Annexation.
ACTION ITEM: Ordinance No 2025-658 - Establishing Moratorium on Annexation
Councilwoman Harrison made the motion to Adopt Ordinance No 2025-658 any
Further Readings Beyond the First Reading of Title and Summary Due to Lack of
Concern from Residents, seconded by Councilman Stone,
roll call vote:
Councilman Reed Stone -
Yes
Councilman Mike Wilder - Yes
Councilman Timothy Howe - Yes
Councilman Alex Espinosa - Yes
Councilwoman Becky Harrison - Yes
ACTION ITEM: Consider Approval for Paid Holiday for Employees – Day After
Thanksgiving
Chief Fullmer reported that other cities and counties provide the day after Thanksgiving
as a paid holiday. He noted that the City currently observes 12 or 13 paid holidays,
though not all federal holidays are included.
Councilman Wilder made the motion to Approve the Day After Thanksgiving as a
Paid Holiday for all City of Rigby Staff, seconded by Councilman Espinosa.
All in favor say aye.
Action Item- Adjournment
Councilwoman Harrison motioned to Adjourn, seconded by Councilman Howe,
motion carried. All in favor say aye.
APPROVED__________________________________
Richard Datwyler, Mayor
Attest__________________________
Kiesha Keller, City Clerk
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