Council Minutes
City of Grangeville, IdahoTuesday, January 22, 2008
January 7, 2008 Regular Meeting
The City Council met in regular session on January 7, 2008 at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
President Walker presided:
Councilmembers present:
James Zehner
Del Houger
Brian Lorentz
Wes Lester
Michael Peterson
Councilmember attendance by phone:
Georgia DeHaas
President Walker stated that on behalf of the City Council he offered condolences to Mayor Vanderwall’s family, friends and citizens of Grangeville. Mayor Vanderwall was a wonderful asset to the community. He served over 30 years on the City Council not including the other civic organizations in which he was involved. His goal was to keep the City financially secure, growing, healthy, keeping good employees and trying to make everyone happy. He will truly be missed and the City is at a great loss without him. He felt that he left the City in good hands which is a tribute to him.
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 December 17th regular meeting were approved as presented by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Lorentz. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
PRIMELAND: John Lamb and Dave O’Donnell offered their condolences also. They were present to explain parking at the new Primeland store location on North B and Hill Streets. Overhead bins can be driven under and items loaded from the north side of the building. They have a door on North B Street and have talked to Columbia Grain about using their parking lot. The bagged feed would need to be unloaded probably in the Columbia Grain parking lot and moved across B Street into storage. There will be a door on B Street to walk in and there will not be parking on Hill Street or North B Street. The old store will be torn down and then used for employee parking. Councilwoman DeHaas was concerned about congestion on B Street. President Walker felt that John and Dave understand the City’s concerns about parking and the congestion on B Street and will try to alleviate all possible problems.
SNOWHAVEN: Scott Wasem and Jim Kingma were present to give an update on Snowhaven. Scott explained that they have a staff of about thirty. They had a great Christmas season (approximately $34,000 from 12/22-12/31/07) which is a 144% increase from last year. The record day in the last nine years, since Scott has been manager, was last year when 275 tickets were sold in one day. This year the record was broken with 435 tickets sold. They have had a few accidents but that has been pretty normal. Scott also explained that he wrote a letter asking for donations and $11,200.00 had been donated to date. Jane Spencer is writing a grant for possible inside and outside paint job. New windows will be installed in the next couple weeks. Councilman Lorentz stated on behalf of the Council thank Jim and rest of members on the board for their volunteer efforts. He also stated to Scott that people may think things are going good because of snow but the Council knows it’s because of your hard work. Thank you for your “scrounging” and hard work and efforts.
OATHS OF OFFICE: At this time the following newly elected officials of the City of Grangeville, Councilmembers: Brian Lorentz, Michael Peterson and Georgia DeHaas were sworn into office by Clerk Kennedy and the official oaths were duly executed and filed. Each one was then presented with a Certificate of Election.
A motion was made by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger to nominate Councilman Walker, President of the Council. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present. On motion by Councilman Houger, second by Councilman Lorentz to close the nominations. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
OUTGOING COUNCILMAN: At this time Councilman Zehner was presented with a certificate of appreciation for his years of service to the City.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Lorentz, seconded by Councilman Lester to accept the consent agenda as read.
1. Approve the following Boards and Commissions:
Library Board: Carol Kinzer (2012), Judy Wayenburg (2011), Shirley Lane (2013), Joan Hall (2009), David Rauzi (2010)
Planning and Zoning Commission: Wilmer Seaver (2009), Nancy Kaschmitter (2009), Michael Cook (2008), Ed Eckert (2010), Darcie Bentley (2008), Kevin Asker (2009)
Snowhaven Ski Board: James Kingma, John Urbahn, Jerry Hill, Angie Charley, Chuck Hepner, Judy Purdy, Pauline Sullivan
Snowhaven Expansion Committee: Todd Marek, Mike Sturdevant, Kevin Asker, Paul Eimers, James Kingma, John Lamb, Mac McBoyle, James Rockwell
ADA Committee: Councilmember DeHaas, Connie Workman, Dock Stroop, Lynda Allen, Mark Gravatt
Technical Review Committee: Mike Sturdevant, Tim Kaschmitter and Dan Tackett
2. Approve the Council Committees for 2008
3. Move the second meeting of January to Tuesday, January 22nd, due to Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
4. December 2007 Water Leak Report – 0 leaks (5 ytd), 1 services
5. Police and Animal Control Report – December 2007
ROLL CALL VOTE: YES: DeHaas, Houger, Lorentz, Lester, Peterson. The motion passed.
Councilwoman DeHaas left the meeting at this time.
STREET FINANCE REPORT: On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger to approve for fiscal year ending 9/30/07 the Annual Street Finance Report. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
P&Z MEMBERS: On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Lorentz to approve the re-appointment of Mike Cook to Planning and Zoning for a three year term to expire January 7, 2011. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
Councilman Lester commented that it’s hard to get people to volunteer and she’s gone through the process on a dog issue. On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger to approve the appointment of Yolanda Stout to Planning and Zoning for a three year term to expire January 7, 2011. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
FIRE STATION INSURANCE CLAIM: Councilman Walker explained that a water line ruptured on the on-demand water line upstairs. The water ran approximately 12-18 hours and damaged the shower, restroom, ceiling, and floor and did quite a bit of damage. It has been submitted to the insurance and the City is currently getting bids to fix it.
SNOWHAVEN PETTY CASH INCREASE: On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Lorentz approve Snowhaven’s petty cash increase to $800.00. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
SNOWHAVEN MINUTES: Councilman Lorentz made a motion, second by Councilman Lester to accept the Snowhaven Minutes of December 6, 2007 as presented. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
ITEMS TO NOTE: One additional Planning and Zoning member is needed.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 P.M.
_________________________________
Bruce Walker - President
ATTEST:
_________________________
Tonya Kennedy – City Clerk
President Walker presided:
Councilmembers present:
James Zehner
Del Houger
Brian Lorentz
Wes Lester
Michael Peterson
Councilmember attendance by phone:
Georgia DeHaas
President Walker stated that on behalf of the City Council he offered condolences to Mayor Vanderwall’s family, friends and citizens of Grangeville. Mayor Vanderwall was a wonderful asset to the community. He served over 30 years on the City Council not including the other civic organizations in which he was involved. His goal was to keep the City financially secure, growing, healthy, keeping good employees and trying to make everyone happy. He will truly be missed and the City is at a great loss without him. He felt that he left the City in good hands which is a tribute to him.
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 December 17th regular meeting were approved as presented by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Lorentz. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
PRIMELAND: John Lamb and Dave O’Donnell offered their condolences also. They were present to explain parking at the new Primeland store location on North B and Hill Streets. Overhead bins can be driven under and items loaded from the north side of the building. They have a door on North B Street and have talked to Columbia Grain about using their parking lot. The bagged feed would need to be unloaded probably in the Columbia Grain parking lot and moved across B Street into storage. There will be a door on B Street to walk in and there will not be parking on Hill Street or North B Street. The old store will be torn down and then used for employee parking. Councilwoman DeHaas was concerned about congestion on B Street. President Walker felt that John and Dave understand the City’s concerns about parking and the congestion on B Street and will try to alleviate all possible problems.
SNOWHAVEN: Scott Wasem and Jim Kingma were present to give an update on Snowhaven. Scott explained that they have a staff of about thirty. They had a great Christmas season (approximately $34,000 from 12/22-12/31/07) which is a 144% increase from last year. The record day in the last nine years, since Scott has been manager, was last year when 275 tickets were sold in one day. This year the record was broken with 435 tickets sold. They have had a few accidents but that has been pretty normal. Scott also explained that he wrote a letter asking for donations and $11,200.00 had been donated to date. Jane Spencer is writing a grant for possible inside and outside paint job. New windows will be installed in the next couple weeks. Councilman Lorentz stated on behalf of the Council thank Jim and rest of members on the board for their volunteer efforts. He also stated to Scott that people may think things are going good because of snow but the Council knows it’s because of your hard work. Thank you for your “scrounging” and hard work and efforts.
OATHS OF OFFICE: At this time the following newly elected officials of the City of Grangeville, Councilmembers: Brian Lorentz, Michael Peterson and Georgia DeHaas were sworn into office by Clerk Kennedy and the official oaths were duly executed and filed. Each one was then presented with a Certificate of Election.
A motion was made by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger to nominate Councilman Walker, President of the Council. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present. On motion by Councilman Houger, second by Councilman Lorentz to close the nominations. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
OUTGOING COUNCILMAN: At this time Councilman Zehner was presented with a certificate of appreciation for his years of service to the City.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Lorentz, seconded by Councilman Lester to accept the consent agenda as read.
1. Approve the following Boards and Commissions:
Library Board: Carol Kinzer (2012), Judy Wayenburg (2011), Shirley Lane (2013), Joan Hall (2009), David Rauzi (2010)
Planning and Zoning Commission: Wilmer Seaver (2009), Nancy Kaschmitter (2009), Michael Cook (2008), Ed Eckert (2010), Darcie Bentley (2008), Kevin Asker (2009)
Snowhaven Ski Board: James Kingma, John Urbahn, Jerry Hill, Angie Charley, Chuck Hepner, Judy Purdy, Pauline Sullivan
Snowhaven Expansion Committee: Todd Marek, Mike Sturdevant, Kevin Asker, Paul Eimers, James Kingma, John Lamb, Mac McBoyle, James Rockwell
ADA Committee: Councilmember DeHaas, Connie Workman, Dock Stroop, Lynda Allen, Mark Gravatt
Technical Review Committee: Mike Sturdevant, Tim Kaschmitter and Dan Tackett
2. Approve the Council Committees for 2008
3. Move the second meeting of January to Tuesday, January 22nd, due to Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
4. December 2007 Water Leak Report – 0 leaks (5 ytd), 1 services
5. Police and Animal Control Report – December 2007
ROLL CALL VOTE: YES: DeHaas, Houger, Lorentz, Lester, Peterson. The motion passed.
Councilwoman DeHaas left the meeting at this time.
STREET FINANCE REPORT: On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger to approve for fiscal year ending 9/30/07 the Annual Street Finance Report. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
P&Z MEMBERS: On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Lorentz to approve the re-appointment of Mike Cook to Planning and Zoning for a three year term to expire January 7, 2011. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
Councilman Lester commented that it’s hard to get people to volunteer and she’s gone through the process on a dog issue. On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger to approve the appointment of Yolanda Stout to Planning and Zoning for a three year term to expire January 7, 2011. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
FIRE STATION INSURANCE CLAIM: Councilman Walker explained that a water line ruptured on the on-demand water line upstairs. The water ran approximately 12-18 hours and damaged the shower, restroom, ceiling, and floor and did quite a bit of damage. It has been submitted to the insurance and the City is currently getting bids to fix it.
SNOWHAVEN PETTY CASH INCREASE: On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Lorentz approve Snowhaven’s petty cash increase to $800.00. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
SNOWHAVEN MINUTES: Councilman Lorentz made a motion, second by Councilman Lester to accept the Snowhaven Minutes of December 6, 2007 as presented. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
ITEMS TO NOTE: One additional Planning and Zoning member is needed.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 P.M.
_________________________________
Bruce Walker - President
ATTEST:
_________________________
Tonya Kennedy – City Clerk
January 22, 2008 Regular Meeting
The City Council met in regular session on January 22, 2008 at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
President Walker presided:
Councilmembers present:
Del Houger
Brian Lorentz
Wes Lester
Michael Peterson
Councilmember attendance by phone:
Georgia DeHaas
City employees present were Public Works Director Gortsema, Chief Sedam, and Clerk Kennedy. Attorney Albers absent.
The meeting was called to order.
ELECTION OF NEW MAYOR: On motion by Councilman DeHaas, second by Councilman Houger to nominate President Walker as Mayor to serve until the 2009 election. Councilman Houger made a motion, second by Councilman Lester to close nominations for Mayor. Motions carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL: On motion by Councilwoman DeHaas, second by Councilman Lorentz to nominate Wes Lester as President of the Council. Councilman Houger made a motion, second by Councilman Lorentz to close nominations for President of the Council. Motions carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
MINUTES: The minutes of the January 7th regular meeting were approved as presented by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
VISITORS: Bob Wikoff was not present, so Mayor Walker explained his request. Mr. Wikoff would like permission to hang a banner across Main Street by the post office advertising the Old Time Fiddlers state competition in Grangeville in March. He would like to hang the banner for two weeks prior to event. On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Lorentz to authorize the Old Time Fiddlers permission to hang a banner across Main Street. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
Councilman Lorentz asked to be excused for the night and left.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Lester, seconded by Councilman Houger to accept the consent agenda as read.
1. Approve the applications submitted by the following businesses for liquor license, wine and/or beer license by the drink and/or by the package, pending State approval.
Askers Thrift Inc. d/b/a Askers Harvest Foods
Barbara K. Duncan d/b/a Barb’s Café
Brenda & Doug McRoberts d/b/a Camas Lanes
GNDJI LLC d/b/a Depot Express
Ernie’s Steakhouse LLC d/b/a Ernie’s Steakhouse & 41 Club
Cash & Carry Foods, Inc. d/b/a Grangeville Cash & Carry
BPOE #1825 Inc. d/b/a Grangeville Elks Lodge #1825
Beth & Mike Sturdevant d/b/a Grangeville Pizza Factory
Xie Quan Deng d/b/a Hong Fa
Richard Pearson d/b/a Oscars Restaurant
Ceressero Corp. d/b/a Palenque Mexican Restaurant
Hawkin’s Sports Inc. d/b/a Rae Brothers Sporting Goods
Sunset Marts Inc. d/b/a Sunset Mart #12
Jimmie W. Henderson d/b/a The Establishment
Sue Kay Kutner d/b/a The Gallery
Kimberly Ann Eliott d/b/a Triangle Tavern
JOPO d/b/a Zip Trip #21
2. Approval of Bills $230,282.70
3. 2007 Police and Animal Year End Report
4. Snowhaven Minutes – January 3, 2008
a. Appoint Jena Daly as a board member
5. Approve P & Z Minutes – January 8, 2007
6. Appoint Jessica Wells to Planning and Zoning for a 3 year term expiring January 22, 2011
7. Move the second meeting in February to Tuesday, February 19th, due to President’s Day Holiday
ROLL CALL VOTE: YES: DeHaas, Houger, Lester, Peterson. The motion passed.
COUNCIL COMMITTEES: Mayor Walker asked the Council to let him know if there is a Council Committee that they do not want to be assigned to. He plans to revise the committees for 2008.
TERRY VANDERWALL MEMORIAL: Councilwoman DeHaas suggested a flag pole at Heritage Square with a plaque of some type, as Terry had wanted one there. Councilman Peterson suggested a clock. He looked at electrictime.com and requested a magazine to be mailed to him. Councilman Lester also mentioned a flag pole and in addition suggested possibly hooking up the old fire station siren since it too was something Terry wanted to have working again. Discussion will be postponed until the next meeting. In the meantime, Councilman Lester should talk to Mark Vanderwall about the above ideas.
PURCHASE AUTHORIZATION OF NEW POLICE VEHICLE: Chief Sedam explained that he requested three different quotes on police cars and received two quotes back. FCI had a lease purchase price of $9,228.00 per year and Gortsema Motors had a lease purchase price of $9,672.00 per year. Both are 48 month leases. On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger to authorize Chief Sedam to proceed with the purchase of the budgeted police vehicle from Gortsema Motors even though it is $444.00 more per year. By purchasing local, it keeps the money local. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
06-07 AUDIT PROPOSAL: On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger to accept the audit proposal for 06-07 for $13,500.00. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
ITEMS TO NOTE: The Idaho County Elected officials submitted a gift certificate from Green Acres, donating a tree to be placed in a City park as a memorial for Terry Vanderwall.
If the Council has suggestions for a replacement Councilperson or anyone is interested in being appointed to the Council, names should be submitted to Clerk Kennedy by January 28th. Those names will be passed along to Mayor Walker.
Mayor Walker stated that there will be a Horizon’s meeting at the Elks on January 24th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. There will be a presentation from each area group and Grangeville’s will be in the morning. Anyone is welcome to attend.
J-U-B will be in Grangeville tomorrow at 5:00 p.m. to meet with the Council on wastewater issues, permit issues and the facility plan.
The meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M.
_________________________________
Bruce Walker - Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
Tonya Kennedy – City Clerk
President Walker presided:
Councilmembers present:
Del Houger
Brian Lorentz
Wes Lester
Michael Peterson
Councilmember attendance by phone:
Georgia DeHaas
City employees present were Public Works Director Gortsema, Chief Sedam, and Clerk Kennedy. Attorney Albers absent.
The meeting was called to order.
ELECTION OF NEW MAYOR: On motion by Councilman DeHaas, second by Councilman Houger to nominate President Walker as Mayor to serve until the 2009 election. Councilman Houger made a motion, second by Councilman Lester to close nominations for Mayor. Motions carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL: On motion by Councilwoman DeHaas, second by Councilman Lorentz to nominate Wes Lester as President of the Council. Councilman Houger made a motion, second by Councilman Lorentz to close nominations for President of the Council. Motions carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
MINUTES: The minutes of the January 7th regular meeting were approved as presented by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
VISITORS: Bob Wikoff was not present, so Mayor Walker explained his request. Mr. Wikoff would like permission to hang a banner across Main Street by the post office advertising the Old Time Fiddlers state competition in Grangeville in March. He would like to hang the banner for two weeks prior to event. On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Lorentz to authorize the Old Time Fiddlers permission to hang a banner across Main Street. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
Councilman Lorentz asked to be excused for the night and left.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Lester, seconded by Councilman Houger to accept the consent agenda as read.
1. Approve the applications submitted by the following businesses for liquor license, wine and/or beer license by the drink and/or by the package, pending State approval.
Askers Thrift Inc. d/b/a Askers Harvest Foods
Barbara K. Duncan d/b/a Barb’s Café
Brenda & Doug McRoberts d/b/a Camas Lanes
GNDJI LLC d/b/a Depot Express
Ernie’s Steakhouse LLC d/b/a Ernie’s Steakhouse & 41 Club
Cash & Carry Foods, Inc. d/b/a Grangeville Cash & Carry
BPOE #1825 Inc. d/b/a Grangeville Elks Lodge #1825
Beth & Mike Sturdevant d/b/a Grangeville Pizza Factory
Xie Quan Deng d/b/a Hong Fa
Richard Pearson d/b/a Oscars Restaurant
Ceressero Corp. d/b/a Palenque Mexican Restaurant
Hawkin’s Sports Inc. d/b/a Rae Brothers Sporting Goods
Sunset Marts Inc. d/b/a Sunset Mart #12
Jimmie W. Henderson d/b/a The Establishment
Sue Kay Kutner d/b/a The Gallery
Kimberly Ann Eliott d/b/a Triangle Tavern
JOPO d/b/a Zip Trip #21
2. Approval of Bills $230,282.70
3. 2007 Police and Animal Year End Report
4. Snowhaven Minutes – January 3, 2008
a. Appoint Jena Daly as a board member
5. Approve P & Z Minutes – January 8, 2007
6. Appoint Jessica Wells to Planning and Zoning for a 3 year term expiring January 22, 2011
7. Move the second meeting in February to Tuesday, February 19th, due to President’s Day Holiday
ROLL CALL VOTE: YES: DeHaas, Houger, Lester, Peterson. The motion passed.
COUNCIL COMMITTEES: Mayor Walker asked the Council to let him know if there is a Council Committee that they do not want to be assigned to. He plans to revise the committees for 2008.
TERRY VANDERWALL MEMORIAL: Councilwoman DeHaas suggested a flag pole at Heritage Square with a plaque of some type, as Terry had wanted one there. Councilman Peterson suggested a clock. He looked at electrictime.com and requested a magazine to be mailed to him. Councilman Lester also mentioned a flag pole and in addition suggested possibly hooking up the old fire station siren since it too was something Terry wanted to have working again. Discussion will be postponed until the next meeting. In the meantime, Councilman Lester should talk to Mark Vanderwall about the above ideas.
PURCHASE AUTHORIZATION OF NEW POLICE VEHICLE: Chief Sedam explained that he requested three different quotes on police cars and received two quotes back. FCI had a lease purchase price of $9,228.00 per year and Gortsema Motors had a lease purchase price of $9,672.00 per year. Both are 48 month leases. On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger to authorize Chief Sedam to proceed with the purchase of the budgeted police vehicle from Gortsema Motors even though it is $444.00 more per year. By purchasing local, it keeps the money local. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
06-07 AUDIT PROPOSAL: On motion by Councilman Lester, second by Councilman Houger to accept the audit proposal for 06-07 for $13,500.00. Motion carried by a unanimous vote of the Council present.
ITEMS TO NOTE: The Idaho County Elected officials submitted a gift certificate from Green Acres, donating a tree to be placed in a City park as a memorial for Terry Vanderwall.
If the Council has suggestions for a replacement Councilperson or anyone is interested in being appointed to the Council, names should be submitted to Clerk Kennedy by January 28th. Those names will be passed along to Mayor Walker.
Mayor Walker stated that there will be a Horizon’s meeting at the Elks on January 24th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. There will be a presentation from each area group and Grangeville’s will be in the morning. Anyone is welcome to attend.
J-U-B will be in Grangeville tomorrow at 5:00 p.m. to meet with the Council on wastewater issues, permit issues and the facility plan.
The meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M.
_________________________________
Bruce Walker - Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
Tonya Kennedy – City Clerk
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