November 21, 2005 Regular Meeting

The City Council met in regular session on November 21, 2005 at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall.

Mayor Vanderwall presided:

Councilmembers present:

James Zehner
Brian Lorentz
Jane Kissinger
Bruce Walker
Wes Lester
Georgia DeHaas

City employees present were Public Works Director Gortsema, Chief Sedam, Attorney Albers and Clerk Kennedy.

The meeting was called to order and the minutes of the November 7th regular meeting and November 10th special meeting were approved as presented by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Zehner. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

VISITORS: Doug Hohman was present with concerns about the crosswalk and speed limit sign by C&C Express. Doug would like to see the 35 mile an hour sign moved to the East side of the crosswalk. Chief Sedam explained that because Main Street is a State highway, the request would need to go through the State and the State engineer would do a traffic survey prior to making changes. Councilwoman Kissinger felt it was great that Doug came in and would like to see the Council proceed with the process with the State. Chief Sedam was asked to contact the State to see if the speed limit could be reduced. Chief Sedam will report back to the Council at the next meeting.

Lowell Williams was present to ask what type of improvements would be required on 10th Street when he completes his subdivision. The subdivision as submitted as a pre-application has 5 lots with a cul-de-sac. Lowell would like to know what type and extent of improvements may need to be made to 10th Street. Attorney Albers explained that because 10th Street is not part of the dedication, he is only required to curb, gutter and otherwise improve the street in his subdivision unless other requirements are necessary for drainage. It was suggested for Lowell to see if the neighbors on 10th Street would be interested in participating in the cost of paving the street. Lowell also asked and Attorney Albers explained how a LID is created.

COMMITTEE REPORTS: It is estimated that Bodiford is 51% complete with the water project and 53% of the scheduled duration has been used. Everything is in service and ready for winter shut down. The Contractor completed all “punch list” items as requested by the City of Grangeville prior to the winter shut down. They are tentatively planning to come back in mid to late March.

On motion by Councilwoman Kissinger, second by Councilman Lester to approve Bodiford pay request #6 in the amount of $221,033.41. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

On motion by Councilman Lorentz, second by Councilman Lester to approve the Snowhaven Minutes from October 5, 2005 and November 2, 2005 as presented. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

Clerk Kennedy reported that the Swimming Pool had net revenue of $1,634.25 for the summer of 2005. The recreation committee met with Clerk Kennedy and pool manager Lynda Allen and it was recommended to have patrons prepay for swim lessons prior to May 1st. This would allow better scheduling of lesson classes. Councilwoman DeHaas and the Council felt it was an excellent idea to have patrons prepay.

BILLS: The bills were approved and ordered paid out of their respective funds on motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Walker. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

Payroll Fund $ 65,216.23
General Fund $ 75,921.79
Street Fund $ 25,109.80
Library Fund $ 4,228.43
Library Memorial Fund $ 817.41
Recreation Fund $ 3,826.61
Snowhaven Fund $ 324.01
Medical Insurance Fund $ 12,938.81
Water Fund $348,243.14
Sewer Fund $ 29,873.35
Sanitation Fund $ 37,108.58

POOL DONATION: On motion by Councilman Walker, second by Councilman Zehner to donate a punch card to the Festival of Trees. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

WASTEWATER FACILITY PLAN: Public Works Director Gortsema gave the Council a quick overview of the Wastewater Facility Plan Meeting that occurred on November 18th with J-U-B Engineers. J-U-B has listed basic tasks for the plan and then has detailed out what would be completed. For the 2006 year, most of the work will be done with the collection system. In May, flow meters will be installed to see where infiltration is occurring throughout the system. On the Wastewater Plant, the operation of the plant currently will be evaluated. J-U-B felt the mixers that were recently installed have and will continue to make a large difference. At this time, the City is waiting for final numbers on phosphorus limits and temperature requirements. Because the City doesn’t have a final permit, not much work will be focused on major plant changes involving phosphorus or temperature. A belt press was suggested as a way to solve solid problems. Post Falls may have a used belt press available in the near future. The bad news is that DEQ had probes in Three-Mile Creek all summer and for some reason no data on temperature was recorded.

VOLUNTEER REVIEWER: Wilmer Seaver submitted a final report of building permits reviewed during 2005, with a total of 39 applications between January 1st and November 12th. Public Works Director Gortsema has taken over the review of applications.

SIDEWALK WAVER REQUEST: On motion by Councilman Walker, second by Councilman Lester to grant an indefinite sidewalk waiver to Jean Castle at 320 E North 4th Street. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.

The meeting adjourned at 8:20 P.M.

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Terry Vanderwall - Mayor


ATTEST:


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Tonya Kennedy – City Clerk