September 21, 2023 – Council Minutes

The mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm Thursday, Sept 21, 2023.   The pledge of allegiance was given by Val Orme and the prayer given by Becky Harrison.          

The mayor asked the clerk to call the roll:

Councilwoman King                         Present  

Councilman D Burke                        Present    – via phone 

Councilwoman Harrison                Present

Councilman Orme                            Present  

Councilman Wilder                          Absent     

Councilman R. Burke                      Absent      

Also in attendance:  Mitch Bradley, Chief Fullmer

Public Comment:

Roger Stone – Gave a report on the number of police reported accidents on 5^th West beginning 2019 through 2023. 

D Burke enters: 7:08

Change in Per Diem Allowances: 

The mayor stated he had been approached about having the meal allowance increased.  The current allowance of $35 per day has been in existence for a number of years and needs to be reviewed.  Chief Fullmer came forward and stated Idaho State has a $55 per day allowance.  The current rate is breakfast – $7.00; lunch – $10.00; dinner – $18.00 for a total of $35.00.  Council discussed various rates with Councilwoman Harrison saying $50.00 and Councilman D Burke mentioning he allows $70.00 for his employees.

Councilwoman Harrison moved to amend the allowance to $50.00 per day broken as follows: Breakfast – $10.00, Lunch – $15.00; and dinner – $25.00 for total of $50.00. Change to be by resolution. Seconded by Councilwoman King.  

The mayor called for a voice poll:  All in favor none opposed.

Police Dept:

Chief Fullmer reviewed the August 2023 statistical report with the council.  The new police drug dog was scheduled to be in attendance, but the officer was responding to an incident, and they will be delayed.

Nomination Planning/Zoning Board:

The mayor stated there are two vacancies on the planning/zoning board.  Kevin Cowley has recently resigned.  The mayor nominated Roger Stone to fill one of the two vacancies. 

Councilwoman King moved to accept the nomination of Roger Stone to the planning zoning commission seconded by Councilwoman Harrison.  The mayor called for a voice poll:  three in favor aye with D Burke voicing nye. 

Internet Service Provider:

Jared Stowell, representing Fybercom, came forward and presented the concept of providing fiber-optic internet service to the city.  He presented a conceptual map showing the proposed area in which his company would begin.  He noted the estimated cost of the infrastructure that he expects to pay is around $10 million.  He is not looking to have the city foot any of the costs, Fybercom would be footing 100% of the installation costs.  They have initiated a new process in which to dig.  The process is with a 3-inch air hammer that goes roughly 3-feet under the surface with a pothole every 10-15 feet.  The process is new to the area, and they are currently using it in the Country Squires Estates along county line road.  Due to the rocky soil the time it’s taking is longer than estimated.  They recently completed the process to 500 homes in the Iona subdivision and have commitments to begin working in Madison County.  He would like to begin in Rigby prior to the first freeze if possible.  The council discussed the pros and cons of having a sole provider.  The mayor reminded the council other companies had come in to do the same, but they were wanting the city to help fund the project.    The mayor has asked the attorney to review the concept and he is waiting for him to return and give the council his opinion.  

3^rd Reading of Appropriating Ordinance #2023-638:

Councilwoman King moved to read the ordinance in title and summary only seconded by Councilwoman Harrison.  The mayor read ordinance #2023-628 title and summary.

Councilwoman Harrison moved to adopt and publish ordinance #2023-628 seconded by Councilwoman King. 

The mayor called for a roll call poll:

Councilwoman King                         Yes  

Councilman D Burke                        Yes   

Councilwoman Harrison                Yes

Councilman Orme                            Yes  

Approval of 2024 Liquor Licenses:

The clerk presented the council with the following list of vendors applying for a 2024 liquor license.

Carryout:                                                                             Consumed on Premise:                

Broulim’s               $160.00                                              Off Ramp Bar/Cafe          $475.00

Maverik                 $160.00                                              Don’s Lounge                     $475.00

Good 2 Go            $160.00                                              Top Cat Lounge                   $475.00

Bob’s Kwik Stop   $160.00                                             Lil’ Mikes                              $235.00

Good 2 Go #2       $160.00                                              Office Bar                              $475.00

Family Dollar        $ 160.00

Councilwoman King moved to approve the 2024 liquor licenses for the city seconded by Councilman D Burke.

The mayor called for a voice poll:  all in favor none opposed.

Approve 4^th Quarter Interfund Transfer:

The clerk presented the council with the 4^th quarter interfund transfers for administrative costs for the three enterprise funds as follows:

To: General Fund	18,750.00
From: Water Revenue		6,250.00
From: Sanitation		6,250.00
From: Sewer Revenue		6,250.00

Councilwoman Harrison moved to approve the transfers seconded by Councilwoman King.

The mayor called for a roll call poll:

Councilwoman King                         Yes  

Councilman D Burke                        Yes   

Councilwoman Harrison                Yes

Councilman Orme                            Yes  

Halloween Booth:

Councilwoman King is again doing the Halloween Main St event.  She is looking for assistance and funds to purchase candy. 

Councilwoman Harrison moved to purchase 8,000 pieces of candy seconded by Councilman D Burke. 

The mayor called for a voice poll:  all in favor none opposed.

Review of Minutes:

Councilwoman Harrison mentioned her discussion on the Rigby Lake Development needed to be changed from stating she was in opposition but felt the changes as suggested were major and the applicant needed to begin the process over with the changes incorporated.  Minutes tabled for correction.

Review and Approval of Bills:

Councilwoman King moved to approve and authorize the payment of the bills seconded by Councilman Orme. 

The mayor called for a roll call poll:

Councilwoman King                         Yes  

Councilman D Burke                        Yes   

Councilwoman Harrison                Yes

Councilman Orme                            Yes  

Adjournment:

Councilwoman Harrison moved to adjourn seconded by Councilwoman King.

The mayor called for a voice poll:  all in favor none opposed.

Meeting adjourned: 8:37 pm

CITY OF RIGBY

                                                                ______________________

                                                                Richard Datwyler, Mayor

ATTEST:

 ______________

 David Swager, Clerk

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