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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETINGS OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SODA SPRINGS, CARIBOU COUNTY, IDAHO, HELD JULY 22, 2026. MEETING AND AGENDA NOTICES ARE POSTED AT CITY HALL 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE PURSUANT TO THE IDAHO CODE. THE MEETING WAS HELD AT 6:00 PM. ROLL CALL SHOWED THE FOLLOWING PRESENT: Paul Gritton, Mayor Mitch Hart, Pres Daniel Larsen via Zoom Ryan Carpenter Paige Byram ABSENT: ALSO PRESENT: Andrea Haderlie, City Clerk Dan Squires, Director of City Services Chris Robinson Brock Byram Special Meeting Council Summary The City Council discussed the Highland Way development, proposing a switch from townhomes to condominiums. Key points included the need for CCRs, the city's ownership of land and buildings, and the HOA's responsibility for maintenance. The council approved the final plat of Lot 7 contingent upon Keller Associates' review. Chris Robinson, the developer, mentioned a targeted HOA fee of $200 per month, covering maintenance and insurance. The council also approved an employee's FMLA request and adjourned the meeting. The next steps involve finalizing addresses and obtaining occupancy certificates. Mayor Gritton called the special meeting to order at 6:02 p.m., noting all council members were present. The pledge of allegiance and prayer are waived due to the special meeting. Mayor Gritton asks if there are any housekeeping matters before addressing the first item on the agenda. Councilman Hart explains that the development was initially proposed as townhomes but is now being considered as condominiums. The need for CCRs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) is discussed to allow for individual unit sales. Councilman Hart mentions the seven clarifications needed from Keller & Associates for the development. (Document is attached) Chris Robinson states that the documentation and emails already addressed the city engineer's concerns. Councilman Hart and Chris discuss building ownership and the street's public right-of-way status. The need for accurate dimensions of existing buildings and the HOA's responsibility for common areas is clarified. Chris mentions the targeted HOA fee of around $200 per month, including maintenance services. Mayor Gritton and Councilman Hart discuss the snow removal responsibilities on sidewalks and driveways. Chris mentioned that it would be the condo owner's responsibility to remove snow on sidewalks. The city adopted the street so that the city would plow the roadway. Councilman Hart explained the need for the city council to approve the preliminary plat and review it with Keller & Associates. Chris mentioned the upcoming closings and the need for addresses for the development with the County. Councilman Hart and Chris discussed the timeline for assigning addresses and obtaining occupancy certificates. Councilman Carpenter moved to approve the final plat of Lot Seven contingent upon Keller & Associates' review and to approve the other plats as condos for Highland Way/Soda Heights. Councilman Hart seconded the motion. Councilman Larsen suggested amending the motion to approve Lot Seven contingent upon Keller Associates' approval. Councilman Hart and Chris discussed the city's certificate of occupancy for Lot Three. Councilman Carpenter amended my motion to approve the Lot Seven final plat, contingent upon Keller Associates' review to ensure they meet all criteria we've set forth, both under state law and city ordinances. Councilman Hart seconded the motion. A roll call vote was conducted: Councilman Hart yay; Councilman Larsen yay; Councilman Carpenter yay; Councilwoman Byram yay. All were in favor, and the motion carried. The council discussed the next item on the agenda, involving an employee's FMLA request. Councilman Hart, Councilman Larsen, Councilman Carpenter, and Councilwoman Byram confirmed approval of the employee's FMLA request. Councilman Carpenter motioned to adjourn the meeting. Councilwoman Byram seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion carried. PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL THIS AUGUST 5, 2026. _________________________ Paul Gritton, Mayor ATTEST: _________________________ Andrea Haderlie, Clerk
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