City of Blackfoot | minutes | meeting 2026-09-01 | City Council Agenda 9/01/2026 source: https://www.cityofblackfoot.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_09012026-767 CITY OF BLACKFOOT CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Scott Stufflebeam called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Those in attendance were: Councilwoman Barlow, Councilman Brown, Councilman Gardner and Councilman Jensen. RECOGNITION OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT STAFF Wastewater Treatment Plant staff members Kyle Daffer and Chris Breeze were recognized for advancing from Wastewater Treatment Operator I to Wastewater Treatment Operator II. Steve Dewey was recognized for advancing from Wastewater Treatment Operator II to Wastewater Treatment Operator III. PROCLAMATIONS Constitution Week Mayor Stufflebeam proclaimed September 17 through September 23, 2026, as Constitution Week and encouraged citizens to reaffirm and protect the freedoms guaranteed by the United States Constitution. He also announced a Bells Across America event at the Museum of Idaho on September 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. A P R O C L A M A T I O N WHEREAS, September 17, 2026 marks the two hundred and thirty-ninth anniversary of the drafting of the Constitution of the United States of America by the Constitutional Convention; and WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper to accord official recognition to this magnificent document and its memorable anniversary and to the patriotic celebrations which will commemorate the occasion; and WHEREAS, Public Law 915 guarantees the issuing of a proclamation each year by the President of the United States of America designating September 17 through 23 as Constitution Week; NOW, THEREFORE I, Scott D. Stufflebeam, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the City of Blackfoot, do hereby proclaim the week of September 17 through 23 as C O N S T I T U T I O N W E E K AND ask our citizens to reaffirm the ideals the Framers of the Constitution had in 1787 by vigilantly protecting the freedoms guaranteed to us through this guardian of our liberties remembering that lost rights may never be regained. IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have set my hand on this 1st day of September, 2026. Scott D. Stufflebeam, Mayor City of Blackfoot Friends of the Blackfoot Public Library Month Mayor Stufflebeam proclaimed September 2026 as Friends of the Blackfoot Public Library Month in recognition of the organization’s 25 years of community service and support for library programs and activities. FRIENDS OF BLACKFOOT PUBLIC LIBRARY MONTH A P R O C L A M A T I O N WHEREAS, the Friends of the Blackfoot Public Library (Friends) was established in 2001 as a 501(c)3 to support the Blackfoot Public Library (Library) and the community it serves; and WHEREAS, the purpose of The Friends is to encourage and receive gifts, endowments, donations, and requests for the benefit of the Library; and WHEREAS, the dedicated work of The Friends provides support for the library’s children and adult summer reading programs, special community events throughout the year, and other needs; and WHEREAS, the Friends believe in the future of the community’s children and citizens and that The Library is a true cornerstone of our town, offering safe spaces for people of all ages to learn, connect, explore, and grow; and WHEREAS, the Friends celebrate 25 years of community service this year; NOW THEREFORE, I, Scott Stufflebeam, Mayor of the City of Blackfoot do hereby proclaim September 2026 as Friends of the Blackfoot Public Library Month. I urge every citizen to honor our many volunteers, businesses, and professionals in supporting the Friends of the Blackfoot Public Library program. IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have set my hand on this 1st day of September, 2026. Scott D. Stufflebeam, Mayor City of Blackfoot CONSENT AGENDA Councilwoman Barlow made a motion and Councilman Gardner seconded to approve the Consent Agenda, excluding item 3 concerning airport leases (It was decided to move this discussion with Item 6 under the Mayor). All were in favor; motion carried. CITY ADMINISTRATOR/CFO GRAHM ANDERSON Treasurer’s Report City Administrator/CFO Grahm Anderson reported that 83% of FY2026 had elapsed as of July 31, 2026, and reviewed department expenditures. The General Fund was at 78.1%, including Administration at 79.3%, Police at 79.4%, and Fire at 71.7%. Ambulance was at 84.9%, with higher costs attributed to reimbursable wildland deployment activity. Streets was at 69.4%, Airport at 26.4%, Cemetery at 80.1%, Library at 58.8%, Parks and Recreation at 95.7% including Twin Bridges Landing capital improvements and 62.3% excluding those improvements, Golf at 93.2%, Water at 39.4%, Wastewater Treatment at 52.6%, and Sanitation at 80%. Mr. Anderson reviewed account balances of approximately $3.7 million in Morton Investments, $15.2 million in LGIP, $3.2 million in the diversified bond fund, $9.8 million in the Zions sweep account, and $17,332.67 in the Zions checking account. Mr. Anderson reported that the FY27 L2 forms had been submitted to Bingham County. The budget used the allowable 3% increase without reserving or using foregone property tax. He reviewed upcoming fee schedule work, fiscal year-end closeout, the start of FY27 on October 1, final FY26 invoices, audit preparation, and the November unclaimed property report. Project Updates Mr. Anderson reported no new updates for the Meridian Highway 91 project. Final design discussions continued for the West Bridge Street Bridge project, including relocation of water and sewer lines. For Pendlebury Lane, ITD and LHTAC were finalizing the construction engineering and inspection contract, while construction remained anticipated for spring 2027. Bateman-Hall was preparing to mobilize for Well No. 14 construction. The City’s initial Twin Bridges Landing non-consumptive water-right application was denied pending an evaporation-loss mitigation plan. Staff was working with Bingham Groundwater on a mitigation strategy for resubmittal to the Idaho Department of Water Resources. The FAA grant for airport snow-removal equipment remained on track. South Broadway was substantially complete, with final punch-list and line-abandonment work remaining. Council discussed pavement vibration; the work had met applicable inspection standards, and future chip sealing was expected to improve the surface. LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS MDA Fill the Boot Campaign Antonio Talamantes of the Fire Department requested authorization to conduct the MDA Fill the Boot campaign at the Meridian Street and Bergener Boulevard intersection on Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Councilwoman Barlow made a motion and Councilman Brown seconded to approve the request. All were in favor; motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS Downtown Revitalization Project – Phase 2 Representatives from SICOG explained that Phase 2 would continue the work and design standards used in Phase 1 and would address Broadway Street between Bridge Street and Judicial Street. At 7:21 p.m. Councilman Jensen made a motion and Councilman Gardner seconded to open the public hearing. All were in favor; motion carried. Mary Morrison, 97 West Pacific Street, testified in opposition. She expressed concerns regarding removal of trees, accessibility improvements, irrigation installed for landscaping, downtown water fountains, the selection of Broadway for additional work instead of streets near the fairgrounds, and the quality and drainage of sidewalks installed during Phase 1. No other testimony was offered. At 7:25 p.m. Councilman Brown made a motion and Councilman Jensen seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor; motion carried. Senior Center Sponsorship of Sunset Manor Elevator Improvements Representatives from SICOG stated the proposed project would modernize and replace the Sunset Manor elevator. The estimated project cost was $128,000 including administrative costs, with the elevator company quote stated as approximately $116,500. At 7:28 p.m. Councilman Jensen made a motion and Councilman Brown seconded to open the public hearing. All were in favor; motion carried. No testimony was offered in favor, neutral, or in opposition. At 7:29 Councilman Jensen made a motion and Councilwoman Barlow seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor; motion carried. Proposed FY2027 Fee Schedule Changes Council received information regarding proposed fee increases, including new fees and increases of 5% or more requiring a public hearing. At 7:30 p.m. Councilman Jensen made motion and Councilman Gardner seconded to open the public hearing. All were in favor; motion carried. Mary Morrison, 97 West Pacific Street, testified in opposition. She expressed concern regarding the effect of utility-rate increases on residents with fixed incomes and on small businesses and tenants and asked the City to consider affordability and comparisons with surrounding communities. No other testimony was offered. At 7:33 p.m. Councilman Brown made a motion and Councilman Gardner seconded to close the public hearing. All were in favor; motion carried. CITY OF BLACKFOOT FEE SCHEDULE (SUMMARY OF PROPOSED CHANGES) Administration Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee USB Flash Drive (each) $4.00 Double-Sided Color Copies (per sheet) $0.35 Airport Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Hangar Lease Fee ( per sq ft) $0.13 $0.20 LAND USE REGULATION FEES Planning & Zoning Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Notice Fee (per required notice) $2.50 $2.60 Variance $420.00 + notice fees $430.00 + notice fees Conditional Use Permit $340.00 + notice fees $350.00 + notice fees Zone Change $500.00 + notice fees 515.00 + notice fees Annexation $1,115.00 + notice fees 1145.00 + notice fees Appeal Request $200.00 + notice fees $350.00 + notice fees To appeal an Administration decision for zoning regulations requires procedure to establish hearing date and notify the appealing party and property owners within 300 feet of the property. 11-3-7 SIGN FEES Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Freestanding (New; rebuilding or relocation) Under 6' $75.00 $77.25 Non-structural Signs $75.00 $77.25 SUBDIVISION/PUD PLANNING FEES Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Site Plan Review - Subsequent Meetings $200.00 $206.00 Minor Subdivision $350.00 + notice fees 360.50 + notice fees PUD Minor Change (staff level review) $30.00 $30.90 Property Line Adjustment $25.00 $25.75 Development Agreement - Requested Amendments (Each Recorded Version) $250.00 $257.50 STAFF CONSULTATION FEES Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Staff Consultation - Additional Time $75.00/Hour x Number of staff $77.25/Hour x Number of staff GIS FEES Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Use of GIS workstation, Use of Plotter Fee (per hour) $20.00 $23.35 GIS Consultant Time (per hour) $75.00 $77.25 Zoning Map or Comprehensive Plan Map $25.00 $25.75 (Large Size) Cemetery Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Non-Resident Open/Close $100.00 Weekend Fees Starting after 3:00 PM on Friday Library Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Fines - Overdue Material (per day) $ 0.10 $0.00 Parks & Recreation Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Soccer $25.00 $30.00 Youth Baseball/Softball $25.00 $30.00 Adult Softball $25.00 $30.00 Rental of Baseball Fields for Tournaments - Per Field Per Day $125.00 $150.00 Chalking of Fields per Game $15.00 $20.00 PARK SHELTER RENTALS Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee ½ Day (9 to 3 or 3 to 9) (Does not include sales tax) $50.00 $55.00 Full Day $75.00 $80.00 RV PARK RENTAL RATES Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Per Night per Space $35.00 $40.00 Public Safety FALSE RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY ALARM SYSTEMS - NEW FEES Fee Title Proposed Fee First false alarm $0.00 Second false alarm (Warning letter) $0.00 Third false alarm within the calendar year $25.00 Fourth false alarm within the calendar year $50.00 Fifth false alarm within the calendar year $75.00 Every successive false alarm (over 5) within the calendar year $100.00 FALSE COMMERCIAL BURGLARY ALARM SYSTEM - NEW FEES Fee Title Proposed Fee First false alarm $0.00 Second false alarm (Warning letter) $0.00 Third false alarm within the calendar year $50.00 Fourth false alarm within the calendar year $100.00 Fifth false alarm within the calendar year $200.00 Every successive false alarm (over 5) within the calendar year $300.00 POLICE DEPARTMENT RECORDS REQUESTS - NEW FEES Fee Title Proposed Fee Public Records Request – Under 100 Pages (No charge for requests under 100 pages $0.00 Public Records Request – Over 100 Pages - Fee Per Page (Applies after the first 100 pages $0.25 Media Request - Under 16 GB / Under 2 Hours (Includes copying cost and USB provided by BPD $5.00 Media Request - Over 16 GB or Over 2 Hours (Must be paid before release) Invoice (Actual Cost) Media Request – Shipping (Requestor provides prepaid return envelope or pays shipping) Actual cost Sanitation GARBAGE CHARGES - RESIDENTIAL Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Extra Pick Up - 100 Gallon When Can is Over Filled (Per Can) $5.00 $5.50 100 Gallon Container (Monthly Rate) $17.36 $17.50 2nd Can - 100 Gallon (Monthly Rate) $17.36 $17.50 Extra Pick Up - 100 Gallon $15.00 $15.50 $10.00 Fuel charge + $5.50 tipping fee Additional Tipping Fee (2nd Can) $5.00 $5.50 Circuit Breaker - 100 Gallon Extra Pick- Up $15.00 $15.50 $10.00 Fuel charge + $5.50 tipping fee Circuit Breaker Tipping Fee (2nd Can) $5.00 $5.50 METAL CONTAINERS Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Temporary Container Delivery Fee (Per Container) $20.00 $30.00 New Services Container Delivery Fee (Per Container) $40.00 $50.00 300 GALLON CONTAINTERS (1.5 Yard) Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Extra Pick Up - 300 Gallon When Dumpster is Over Filled $13.10 (Per Dumpster) Extra Pick Up - 300 Gallon $22.43 $23.10 $10.00 Fuel charge + $13.10 tipping fee Weekly Rental Rate $12.43 $13.10 Monthly Rental Rate $49.71 $52.45 Daily Charge $1.78 $1.90 1200 Gallon Monthly Rate (1X Week) $49.71 $52.45 2400 Gallon Monthly Rate (2X Week) $99.42 $104.90 3600 Gallon Monthly Rate (3X Week) $149.13 $157.35 4800 Gallon Monthly Rate (4X Week) $198.85 $209.80 6000 Gallon Monthly Rate (5X Week) $248.56 $262.20 7200 Gallon Monthly Rate (6X Week) $314.65 400 GALLON CONTAINERS (2 Yard) Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Extra Pick Up - 400 Gallon When Dumpster is Over Filled $17.50 (Per Dumpster) Extra Pick Up - 400 Gallon $26.57 $27.50 $10.00 Fuel charge + $17.50 tipping fee Weekly Rental Rate $16.57 $17.50 Monthly Rental Rate $66.29 $69.95 Daily Charge $2.37 $2.50 1600 Gallon Monthly Rate (1X Week) $66.29 $69.95 3200 Gallon Monthly Rate (2X Week) $132.57 $139.85 4800 Gallon Monthly Rate (3X Week) $198.86 $209.80 6400 Gallon Monthly Rate (4X Week) $265.14 $279.70 8000 Gallon Monthly Rate (5X Week) $331.43 $349.65 9600 Gallon Monthly Rate (6X Week) $419.60 600 GALLON CONTAINERS (3 Yard) Extra Pick Up - 600 Gallon When Dumpster is Over Filled $26.20 (Per Dumpster) Extra Pick Up - 600 Gallon $34.86 $36.20 $10.00 Fuel charge + $26.20 tipping fee Weekly Rental Rate $24.86 $26.20 Monthly Rental Rate $99.42 $104.90 Daily Charge $3.55 $3.75 2400 Gallon Monthly Rate (1X Week) $99.42 $104.90 4800 Gallon Monthly Rate (2X Week) $198.85 $209.80 7200 Gallon Monthly Rate (3X Week) $298.27 $314.65 9600 Gallon Monthly Rate (4X Week) $397.69 $419.55 12000 Gallon Monthly Rate (5X Week) $497.12 $524.45 14400 Gallon Monthly Rate (6X Week) $629.35 Wastewater WASTEWATER RATES Residential - Per Residential Unit $63.54 $65.75 Circuit Breaker Rate For One Primary Residence Only $44.47 $46.05 Commercial - Per Equivalent Residential Dwelling Unit (EDU) $63.54 $65.75 Industrial Lab Fee $13.94 $14.45 As tested on Effluent from Industry Plus - Per lb. TSS $0.57 $0.58 As tested on Effluent from Industry Plus - Per lb. BOD $0.57 $0.58 As tested on Effluent from Industry Plus - Per lb. Phosphate $0.63 $0.65 Plus - Per lb. TKN $0.00 As measured on Effluent from Industry Plus - Per 1,000 Gallons $3.64 $3.75 As measured on Effluent from Industry SURCHARGES Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Surcharge for TSS per lb. above Permitted Daily Limit $0.86 $0.90 Surcharge for BOD per lb. above Permitted Daily Limit $0.86 $0.90 Surcharge for Flow per 1,000 gals above Permitted Daily Limit $4.53 $4.70 Minimum Billing $203.51 210.65 DOMESTIC WASTE HAULER - BASED ON TANK CAPACITY Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Lab Fee (Per Load) $15.58 $0.00 0 to 500 Gal. $95.19 $98.50 501 to 1000 Gal. $190.35 $197.00 1001 to 1500 Gal. $285.54 $295.55 1501 to 2000 Gal. $381.66 $395.00 2001 to 2500 Gal. $475.86 $492.50 2501 to 3000 Gal. $571.05 $591.05 Per 100 Gallons (Based on flow measured at Receiving Station) - Fee After Installed $12.71 $13.15 SEWER PERMITS Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Sewer Permit and Inspection Fee for Private sewage disposal system $50.00 $40.00 Sewer Permit and Inspection Fee $50.00 $40.00 EXTRAJURISDICTIONAL - SEWER DISTRICT DISCHARGE - NEW FEES Fee Title Proposed Fee Lab Fee $10.00 Plus - Per lb. TSS $0.45 Plus - Per lb. BOD $0.45 Plus - Per lb. Phosphate $0.45 Plus - Per lb. TKN (Fee will be set once Local Limits evaluation is complete) Plus - Per 1,000 Gallons (As measured on effluent from District) $3.00 SURCHARGE - NEW FEES Fee Title Proposed Fee TSS per lb. above Permitted Daily Limit $1.00 BOD per lb. above Permitted Daily Limit $1.00 T-Phos per lb. above Permitted Daily Limit $1.00 TKN per lb. above Permitted Daily Limit (Fee will be set once Local Limits evaluation is complete) Flow per 1,000 gallons above Permitted Daily Limit $5.00 Water FIRE LINE CHARGES Fee Title Current Fee (Rate per month) Current Fire Line Fee (3% of Connection Fee) Proposed Fee (Rate per month) Proposed Fire Line Fee (3% of Connection Fee) 1½" $10.46 $242.00 $10.95 $253.86 2" $10.68 $387.00 $11.20 $405.96 4" $14.81 $1,209.00 $15.50 $1,268.24 6" $18.38 $2,418.00 $19.20 $2,536.48 8" $22.35 $4,837.00 $23.45 $5,074.01 FIRE HYDRANT FEES Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Fire Hydrant Meter - Standard (Per Day) $4.00 $10.00 Fire Hydrant Meter Connection Fee (Per 30 Days) $25.00 $35.00 Volume Charge (Per 1,000 Gallons) $2.26 $2.35 WATER CHARGES - BASE RATE BY SIZE Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee 0.75" $38.27 $39.60 1" $38.75 $40.10 1.5" $41.85 $43.30 2" $42.67 $44.20 3" $53.71 $55.60 4" $59.21 $61.30 6" $73.58 $76.20 WATER USAGE TIERS - RESIDENTIAL Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee Base Rate includes 15,000 Gallons 15,001 – 30,000 gals (Rate per 1000 Gallons) $1.67 $1.70 30,001 - 100,000 gals (Rate per 1000 Gallons) $2.00 $2.05 100,001 and over (Rate per 1000 Gallons) $2.28 $2.35 COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL TIERS - NEW FEES Proposed Fee 15,001 - 50,000 Gal (Rate per 1000 Gallons) $2.00 50,000 and over (Rate per 1000 Gallons) $2.25 Water and Sewer Connection Fees WATER SERVICE LINE SIZE CONNECTION FEES Fee Title Current Fee Proposed Fee 1" $2,418.00 $2,536.00 1½" $8,065.00 $8,460.00 2" $12,904.00 $13,536.00 3" $25,809.00 $27,074.00 4" $40,328.00 $42,304.00 6" $80,657.00 $84,609.00 WORK ORDER CHARGES In City Out of City In City Out of City Fee Title Current Fee Current Fee Proposed Fee Proposed Fee Labor Per Man Hour $64.69 $97.04 $66.95 $100.45 Sewer Jet - Per Hour + Labor $143.75 $215.63 $148.80 $223.20 Vacuum Truck - Per Hour + Labor $143.75 $215.63 $148.80 $223.20 CCTV - Per Hour + Labor $143.75 $215.63 $148.80 $223.20 Laser Profile - Per Hour + CCTV $77.63 $116.44 $80.35 $120.50 SERVICE LINE LOCATE In City Out of City In City Out of City Fee Title Current Fee Current Fee Proposed Fee Proposed Fee Locate/Relocate stubbed-out end of service line $35.94 $53.91 $37.20 $55.80 FY2027 Fee Schedule Council discussed the proposed sanitation, wastewater, culinary water, Planning and Zoning, and false- alarm fees. Council noted that many adjustments were modest inflationary increases intended to avoid larger future increases and to address rising operating, fuel, publication, and mailing costs. Councilman Brown made a motion and Councilwoman Barlow seconded to approve the fee increases as presented. All were in favor; motion carried. Resolution 437 – Revised City Fee Schedule City Attorney Garrett Sandow read Resolution 437 on the revised fee schedule; Councilman Brown made a motion and Councilwoman Barlow seconded to approve Resolution 437, establishing increased, amended, and added City fees and a revised overall fee schedule effective October 1, 2026, and to waive further readings. On a roll call vote, Councilwoman Barlow, Councilman Brown, Councilman Gardner, and Councilman Jensen voted yes; motion carried. (The exhibit is summarized in the above paragraph and can be viewed at City Hall, 157 N Broadway St, Blackfoot, ID) RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BLACKFOOT NUMBER 437 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING INCREASED CITY FEES AND ESTABLISHING A REVISED OVERALL FEE SCHEDULE FOR THE CITY: The undersigned, Scott Stufflebeam, does hereby certify that the following is a true and correct copy of a resolution adopted at the City Council Meeting of the City of Blackfoot on the date indicated below: 1. WHEREAS, based upon the presentations given to Council certain fees should be increased, amended, and/or added to place the City of Blackfoot’s fees more commensurate with fees charged in surrounding communities, be reasonably related to the service provided, and to cover the costs of providing the applicable service; and 2. WHEREAS, there also needs to be an increase in certain fees due to the increased costs charged to the City for providing such service; and 3. WHEREAS, in order to adequately provide for certain capital expenditures necessary for the operations of the City it is in the best interest of the City to raise certain fees to provide additional revenue for such capital expenditures; and BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED THAT: 1. City Fees shall be increased, amended and/or added to the rates as set forth in Exhibit “A” attached hereto. 2. That Exhibit “A” attached hereto shall be considered as an amendment and addition to the overall fee schedule of the City as of October 1, 2026 and will remain in effect until modified by further council action. PASSED BY THE COUNCIL AND APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 1st day of September, 2026. ___________ Mayor Scott D. Stufflebeam ATTEST: _________________________________________ City Clerk Airport Lease Contract Forms Council discussed updated airport ground-lease forms and the need to preserve the remaining term when a lease is assigned, clarify FAA-use requirements, allow annual fee adjustments, and prorate rent to align annual billing with the February 28 billing cycle. Council also discussed transferring the Moses lease into Bonnie Moses’s name before assignment. Councilman Brown made a motion and Councilwoman Barlow seconded to approve the Fern, Pleaser, and Moses airport hangar ground leases using the new lease form and to authorize revisions concerning rent proration and FAA requirements. On a roll call vote, Councilwoman Barlow, Councilman Brown, Councilman Gardner, and Councilman Jensen voted yes; motion carried. (Documents can be viewed at City Hall, 157 N Broadway, Blackfoot, ID) Sky Riders Hangar Lease Council discussed a proposed lease for space in a City-owned airport hangar. Council supported a five- year term without automatic renewal, continued annual adjustment of rent, use of a portion of the hangar for monthly youth aviation education, and further review of FAA requirements for storing the new snow-removal equipment. Councilman Gardner made a motion and Councilman Jensen seconded to proceed with lease negotiations consistent with Council’s direction. All were in favor; motion carried. (Documents can be viewed at City Hall, 157 N Broadway, Blackfoot, ID) PLANNING & ZONING ADMINISTRATOR TRAVIS ALLEN Street Name Changes – Bronco Way and Bronco Circle Planning and Zoning Administrator Travis Allen presented the Addressing Committee and Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation to rename the segment of York Drive between South Fisher Avenue and East Walker Street as Bronco Way and to rename York Circle as Bronco Circle. The change was recommended to reduce emergency-response addressing risk and would become effective November 30, 2026, following notice to affected residents. Councilman Brown made a motion and Councilwoman Barlow seconded to approve the street name changes. All were in favor; motion carried. Honeybrook 3 Development Agreement Amendment Mr. Allen presented an amendment to divide the Honeybrook 3 development into three phases rather than one phase. The amendment would allow completed units in Phase 1 to be sold while later phases proceeded. He reviewed stormwater retention, construction access, fire access, and the requirement for subsequent development agreements as later phases advance. Councilwoman Barlow made a motion and Councilman Brown seconded to approve the amendment to the Honeybrook 3 development agreement. All were in favor; motion carried. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the City Council meeting was adjourned at 8:06 p.m. City of Blackfoot _________________________________ Mayor Scott D. Stufflebeam Attest: _________________________________ City Clerk Julie Conan