Georgetown Idaho

November 19, 2019 – Special Meeting

Those Present: Matt Argyle, DeLoy Kunz, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Maintenance Supervisor Doug Thompson, City Clerk Lynette Smith, Kevin Martin of Sunrise Engineering by phone, Adam McKenzie City Attorney by phone

Meeting called to order:              7:00 pm

The Council entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle to approve the published agenda and was seconded by councilmember Greg Kunz. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Adam McKenzie was contacted by phone and Councilmember Greg Kunz made the motion to move into Executive Session as per Idaho Code 74-206(1)(d)&(f) to discuss with legal counsel records that are exempt from disclosure as provided in Chapter 1, Title 74 at 7:05 pm. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken and is as follows: Matt – yes, DeLoy – yes, Greg – yes, Marty – yes. Councilmember Matt Argyle made the motion to move out of Executive Session and back into a public meeting at 8:25 pm and Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken and is as follows: Matt – yes, DeLoy – yes, Greg – yes, Marty – yes.

Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to continue with the power for the new water chlorinator building above ground to save on costs. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Doug Thompson gave an update on the road that washed out from the water line break up at the water tank and spring and suggested that no vehicles be driven up there besides ATV’s because the road isn’t very sturdy. He has some barricades put up there to discourage people from going past as a precaution. Mayor Steve had some radios that his family has purchased and used on hunting trips. He gave some to Doug to try while he is up the canyon in case he runs into trouble and no one can get a hold of him where he’s out of service. Doug will try them out and see how they work and then we will look into purchasing if they work.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Greg Kunz that council adjourns from the November 2019 Special Meeting at 8:45 pm.  Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith

City Clerk-Treasurer

November 7, 2019

Those Present: Matt Argyle, DeLoy Kunz, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Maintenance Supervisor Doug Thompson, Matt Raczak, City Clerk Lynette Smith, Kevin Martin of Sunrise Engineering, Ferrel & Susan Dilworth, Joann Dilworth by phone, Creed Harwood, Tami Cook, Adam DeClark, Adam McKenzie City Attorney by phone

Meeting called to order:              6:30 pm                                Invocation:         Mayor Steve Waechtler

The Council entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle to approve the published agenda and was seconded by councilmember Greg Kunz. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Clerk Smith proceeded with reading the minutes from October 2, 2019 and councilmember Greg Kunz made the motion to accept the minutes as read. Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The Dilworth’s came before the council to discuss their invoice for a separate water and sewer hookup for their additional home. They were concerned about the added costs from the $3000 fees. Councilmember Marty Nate read to them the portion of the Ordinance that says it is an impact fee for the opportunity to connect to the main line, but it doesn’t include the extra fees incurred such as parts, labor, backhoe, etc. because those fees vary as every hookup is different as to how far away from the line that they are and how long it takes to install, etc. JoAnn expressed their concerns and they feel there is a lack of clarification of there being an impact fee. The council decided to table and have a Special Meeting on the 19^th at 7:00 pm to discuss further and that those that may attend the meeting are those that were there originally when Greg and Marty met with the Dilworth’s to discuss installing the additional hookup in the first place.

Kevin Martin of Sunrise Engineering came before the council to give an update on the water project. He reported that there needs to be more cleanup and he will relay that to Ready Service Jobbers. The chlorinator building will be finishing up soon and the PRV’s won’t be here until December so they will be pushed back to spring for installation. The chlorinator building will be ready by mid-December; dependent on Rocky Mountain Power. City Attorney Adam McKenzie was brought in by phone to discuss his findings on getting an easement from the landowner, Dennis Sudweeks. The City already has an existing easement on the property for the water but needs a separate easement for the power. Adam needed measurements which will be 10 ft all the way around on each side and underneath. It will require removing a lot of trees and maintenance to keep those trees out of the line of the power. Rocky Mountain Power has already come and installed the pole and the cables to the pull lines. The council suggested looking into going underground with the power in order to save the trees and maybe eliminate the need for a separate easement and follow along the existing water line. Kevin expressed there may be a separate cost to go underground vs. above; he will look into and report back to Lynette. Kevin discussed what happened at the latest construction meeting and they all went over each change order individually where RSJ was requesting more money. It was settled on roughly $6,000 in change orders vs $15,000 with compromises on all sides. There will be another change order coming for a head gate of $2,600. Substantial completion of the project will be July 1, 2020.

Tami Cook came before the council to update on the progress of the Dog Ordinance. The Ordinance draft was reviewed together, and they decided to remove anything that is related to impounding or quarantine. The council will take home and review for the next meeting again. The council voiced their appreciation for Tami’s time.

Creed Harwood came before the council and would like an approach to get to the old railroad right of way to avoid having to go onto the highway with his team of horses. He was told to stay West of the sewer line off of Donna Cunningham’s. He will install a gate from his property to the right of way. Councilmember Matt Argyle made the motion to allow him to do so and Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The Christmas Lights in the Park Celebration will be on December 2^nd at 6:00 pm. Lynette will make arrangements with Santa and get the flyers posted and to the kids at school and Marty will get the food ready.

From the Election on Tuesday, November 5^th DeLoy Kunz received 44 votes for councilmember for another 4-year term and Tee Steadman received 43 votes for a 4-year councilmember term. The council voted to accept and canvass the votes.

Resolution #2019-01 defining that there are extra fees associated with water hookups was brought forth before the council and read in its entirety by Clerk Smith along with Resolution #2019-02 defining the extra fees associated with sewer hookups. Councilmember Greg Kunz made the motion to accept both Resolutions as read. Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken and is as follows: Matt – yes, DeLoy – yes, Greg – yes, Marty – yes.

Resolution #2019-03 in support of the Bear River Heritage Area was read in its entirety by Clerk Smith. Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to accept the Resolution as read. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken and is as follows: Matt – yes, DeLoy – yes, Greg – yes, Marty – yes.

Councilmember DeLoy Kunz discussed that there are more parking violations that need to be addressed and cited.

Councilmember Matt Argyle would like to give some money to the Bear Lake County Fire District as was discussed in previous meetings and budgeted for to purchase some fire equipment for firefighters. He made the motion to give them $7,000 towards clothing a fighter. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Councilmember Greg Kunz reported that a citizen has possibly purchased another citizen’s business along Stringtown that is not in the business district. He would like to invite the purchaser to the council’s special meeting to discuss concerns about being able to continue the business along Stringtown. Lynette will make arrangments.

Councilmember Marty Nate reported that we need to have a handicap sign out front for parking for elections and to have in place all the time. She also reported back of what Myrtle Johnson and family want to do for a headstone at the cemetery. They would like a headstone with slots in it for a place to set the cremations. The council would still like to see what it will look like and will charge $150.00 per cremation that is placed in the headstone.

Police Report: There were 21 contacts for the month of October and he has started to issue citations to parking violators.

Maintenance Report: Doug gave his report for the month of October stating they have dug one grave for Ellen Clark and been busy keeping up with the water project.

Office Business:   There are 16 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of October. Clerk Smith also reported that the Mayor called and spoke with ICRMP about our sewer chlorinator building and they have decided that it could fall under our policy for earthquake damage which has a deductible of $25,000 and the estimate we’ve received of about how much it will cost to fix the chlorinator building will be around $30,000 so we can be expecting a check for around $5,000 to use towards fixing the building. At least it’s something.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Matt Argyle for the council to approve checks and vouchers for the month of October 2019 in the amount of $35,219.22 in the general fund, $144,779.11 in the water fund, and $25,015.31 in the sewer fund, with all funds totaling $205,013.64. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and motion carried.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember DeLoy Kunz that council adjourns from the November 2019 council meeting at 9:30 pm.  Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith

City Clerk-Treasurer

October 2, 2019

Those Present: Matt Argyle, DeLoy Kunz, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Maintenance Supervisor Doug Thompson, Matt Raczak, City Clerk Lynette Smith, Kevin Martin of Sunrise Engineering, Valerie Ross of The News Examiner, Tami Cook, Larry & LeAnn Jorgenson, Lisa Duskin-Goede of Bear River Heritage Area

Meeting called to order:              7:00 pm                                Invocation:         Mayor Steve Waechtler

The Council entertained a motion from councilmember Greg Kunz to approve the published agenda and was seconded by councilmember DeLoy Kunz. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Clerk Smith proceeded with reading the minutes from September 3, 2019 and councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to accept the minutes as read. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council. There was discussion on following up from the minutes with what’s going on at 618 Stringtown. Marty conversed with our attorney, Adam McKenzie and he said we’re pretty much past the point to do much with their installation now but in the future when citizens come to get permits, we need to put Conditional Uses on them from now on.

Lisa Duskin-Goede of the Bear River Heritage Area came before the council to let everyone know who they are and what they do. It originally began in 2000 to support small businesses in Northern Utah and Southeast Idaho and is made up of 7 counties in those areas. There is a board and she is the only employee. They are trying to carry out strategic plans and goals in the areas and have even helped with the legislature. She brought some books and brochures with her that have been printed to spotlight the heritage barns in the areas and they have also surveyed 160 plus cemeteries. The brochures also have tours throughout the counties and has suggestions of things to do and visit along the way. They would like if we could approve a Resolution of Support at our next council meeting.

Tami Cook came before the council to update on the progress of the Dog Ordinance. They would like to create a Dog Advisory Board of about 10 people to help with dogs and be people to call when dogs are at large. They have compiled other City Ordinances and are trying to create an Ordinance to make our Ordinance and Community better. The Mayor voiced his concerns of liability with the board if they are up against an aggressive dog. They submitted their Ordinance for the Council to review and they will come back again to discuss the Ordinance more once the Council has reviewed. On a side note, she asked if there was a way to send group text messages when the water is going to be off. The Mayor said it is not feasible to notify every individual. Clerk Smith said that it is posted at the City Hall, Post Office, Website, Radio, FaceBook, etc. wherever we think can reach the most people the quickest. It is only posted in certain areas when we have warning though and lately with the lines being hit citizens know that there is no water before anyone can even be notified. The Council just asked for everyone to continue to be patient as we all struggle together with the completion of the water project.

Kevin Martin of Sunrise Engineering came with an update of the water project. They will test the chlorinator next week and then once it has been determined clean, they will flush the lines and connect the new lines. They are aware that Knife River is on their way and will be paving the highway in the City soon. The total amount of work completed in labor is about $70,000 to this point and materials are $34,000. The question was raised for how much of the total costs has been from mistakes and Kevin reported none but the change orders will be coming since they have hit multiple water lines, phone lines, internet lines, etc. It was suggested we send a bill to the contractors for Matt’s time to go to Idaho Falls for parts all night long to fix the sewer line they broke the first day. The City purchased a piece of equipment for $7,000 to help locate un-traceable lines to help with abandoning lines. We can submit receipts to be reimbursed from the loan. The section that crosses the creek and under the highway will be done next spring when the creek isn’t so high and irrigation has started. There will be a change order for unknown hours for abandoning the lines and changing out the section in the spring.

It was brought up that Ordinance #93 – Parking in the Right of Ways needs to be enforced. A particular citizen has been contacted on two separate occasions from the Mayor and separately by Officer Martinez. They have been warned enough and tickets will start to be issued.

Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to go into Executive Session as per I.C. 74—206(b) at 9:30 pm. Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion all were in favor and a roll call vote was taken and is as follows: DeLoy – yes, Matt – yes, Marty – yes, Greg – yes. Everyone was excused except Clerk Smith. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz made the motion to close Executive Session and go back to the regular meeting to finish business at 9:50 pm. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and a roll call vote was taken and is as follows: DeLoy – yes, Matt – yes, Marty – yes, Greg – yes. Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to pay Matt Raczak sick pay, vacation time and comp time as a regular full-time employee. Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion. All were in favor except Councilmember Greg Kunz abstained from voting and the motion carried.

Councilmember Marty Nate suggested that we have a special meeting to discuss the water and sewer installation invoice with the Dilworth’s. We need to create a Resolution for the Water and Sewer both, to clarify there are added costs on top of the $3000 hookup fees which include the costs of labor, materials, backhoe, etc. She also reported that she will call ABC Seamless to get put on their schedule for the Spring to reside the City Hall and she is continuing to work on finishing the grant for the streets.

Police Report: There were 22 contacts for the month of September.

Maintenance Report: Doug gave his report for the month of September stating they have dug two graves for Duane Peterson and Jerry Morrell and been working on the water project. Matt test drove a new service truck for the City. It is a 2010 Dodge crew cab shortbed and retails for $12-13,000 at West Motor. Once they get it fixed up and tires changed it should cost around $11,200. They have been using the old police car to run around in as well. The Mayor wants to compensate the guys for use of their personal vehicles as well. Councilmember Matt Argyle made the motion to purchase the truck from West Motor. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Office Business:   There are 17 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of September. Clerk Smith also reported that we do have two candidates that will be running for Councilmembers; they are DeLoy Kunz and Tee Steadman. Everyone should try to come and vote at the elections on November 5^th. Due to the elections being held in the City Hall the next council meeting has been moved to Thursday, November 7^th.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Marty Nate for the council to approve checks and vouchers for the month of September 2019 in the amount of $25,581.91 in the general fund, $15,555.42 in the water fund, and $18,877.75 in the sewer fund, with all funds totaling $60,015.08. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and motion carried.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Matt Argyle that council adjourns from the October 2019 council meeting at 10:30 pm.  Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith

City Clerk-Treasurer

August 7, 2019

Those Present:  Matt Argyle, DeLoy Kunz, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Clerk Lynette Smith, City Maintenance Doug Thompson, Matt Raczak, Matt & Aimee Kunz, Cole Smith, Charlie Christensen Planning & Zoning Committee, City Attorney Adam McKenzie, Jason Linford of Sunrise Engineering, City Auditor Gary Teuscher

Meeting called to order:  7:05 pm                            Invocation:  Mayor Steve Waechtler

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle that the council add to the agenda Executive Session IC 74-206(1f) to discuss with legal counsel due to new information that has come up that was not aware of prior to posting the agenda. The motion was seconded by councilmember Greg Kunz. The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Greg Kunz that the council accepts the published agenda.  Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Minutes from the July 2, 2019, regular council meeting were read. The Mayor noted a change about the Forest Service Rangers will ask the sheepherders to move past the spring… The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Marty Nate the council approve the minutes as read with the changes. Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Councilmember Marty Nate reported that the Planning and Zoning Committee met at the site that Matt and Aimee Kunz wish to build a store on and then they came back to the City Hall and reviewed the Ordinance and their property is zoned in R2 which is residential and is not for commercial activities. At the recommendation of the committee they feel the store needs to stay in a commercial zone because they feel the location of the store would cause a lot of traffic and would be dangerous on the S curve at the top of the road or the property needs to be rezoned. The Mayor reported that when he moved in the Council had told him there was no enforced business district which is why he has been able to have his business at his home along Stringtown. Councilmember Greg Kunz mentioned that there is no land for sale or buildings available in the business district and that moving to the highway would defeat the purpose of the store not being open full time and Aimee being able to come in and out of her home to help customers. Councilmembers Matt and DeLoy had no objections and they asked for Adam’s counsel on the subject. Adam suggested a couple of options to rezone the property which can be costly after sending notices and having a public hearing or the Council could grant a Variance or Matt and Aimee could apply for a Conditional Use Permit. Charlie Christensen of the planning and zoning committee suggested if they were to rezone or apply for a permit then the citizens could also be able to input their opinion and would like the City to try and prepare to manage growth within the City for other businesses and that the committee would like to see businesses located along the highway for that growth. It was noted that the opinion of the Council changes as its members change and with a Conditional Use Permit we could put certain conditions on installing the store such as providing sufficient parking to reduce the danger. We would have a special meeting during the month and set the conditions and date for a hearing if The Kunz’s still wish to pursue after speaking with their other investors in the store.

Sunrise Engineering reported on the bid meetings and three bids were received for the project from Ready Service Jobber, Great Basin Development and Construction and Knife River Corporation. Law requires for the low bid to be awarded which would be Ready Service Jobber at $422,692 for the base plan, $22,085 for Alternate A and $8,400 for Alternate B for a total of the project to be $453,177.00. Sunrise has done a back ground check on them and they have good reports from everyone they’ve worked for and they recommend awarding them the bid. Councilmember Greg Kunz stressed the last few jobs we’ve done recently hasn’t had very compliant contractors and as much money as the City is spending we want the job done correctly. Councilmember Matt Argyle made the motion to award the bid for the Base and Alternates A and B to Ready Service Jobber, Inc. and for the Mayor to sign and award bids. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to have the Mayor sign the State of Idaho Department of Environmental Quality Authorizing Resolution for the drinking water facilities revolving loan which will allow the Mayor or Council President to sign all applications, loan agreements and amendments and other documents relating to the drinking water facilities loan. Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The council then accepted the motion from Councilmember Matt Argyle to go into Executive Session pursuant to IC 74-206(1f) to discuss with legal counsel and the motion was seconded by councilmember DeLoy Kunz at 8:35 pm. A roll call vote was taken and is as follows: DeLoy – yes, Matt – yes, Marty – yes, Greg – yes. The general meeting then resumed at 9:00 pm.

City Attorney Adam McKenzie brought the hay lease contract for the wastewater land application parcel for a year to year agreement with the lease and City or longer if the City desires up to 5 years. As per the contract, the lessee would also be required to insure the property under an umbrella liability policy. It was also noted that it would not be a full lease because Doug still has to go onto the property and do all of the irrigating since he is the only one licensed to do so. Lynette will get a copy of the legal description of the ground along with the requirements and stipulations for Adam to compile the notice to be advertised since there are certain requirements set by DEQ such as limited access and water and the crops cannot be fed to lactating animals, etc.

Police Report:   Officer Martinez has made 36 contacts for the month of July.

Maintenance report:  The maintenance report will be resumed at the next meeting due to the late meeting.

Office Report:  Clerk Smith reported that there are 19 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of July. She inquired if the letter to the Dairy Syncline Mine had been written yet. It had not. Lynette brought up the dog ordinance needs to be revised to include the words spayed and not just neutered and then Adam will get a summary ready to publish so the ordinance can be in effect. Also the Country Corner is now being turned into an apartment to rent out but is only paying for one fee. Adam will compile a letter to send for them to pay two separate fees. The remaining amount of $38,750 from the emergency relief fund to repair Stringtown Road should be coming in shortly now the road is finished and bills are coming in.

The council then engaged in the budget workshop with City Auditor Gary H. Teuscher.

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Marty Nate the council approve checks and vouchers for the month of July 2019 in the amount of $46,004.88 in the general fund, $27,095.19 in the water fund, $82,559.41 in the sewer fund with all funds totaling $155,659.48. Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Marty Nate that the council adjourn from the August 2019 council meeting at 11:00 pm. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz  seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith, City Clerk

Water will be shutoff on Wednesday, September 25th at 2:00 pm until further notice. Please plan accordingly!

July 2, 2019

Those Present:  Matt Argyle, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Clerk Lynette Smith, Doug Thompson, DeLoy Kunz, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Matt Raczak, Joe DeClark, Matt & Aimee Kunz, Creed & Nathaneal Harwood, Valerie Ross of The News Examiner, Kevin Martin of Sunrise Engineering

Meeting called to order:  7:05 pm                            Invocation:  Mayor Steve Waechtler

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle that the council approve and added agenda item of Nathaneal Harwood’s Eagle/Senior Project. The motion was seconded by councilmember Greg Kunz. The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Greg Kunz that the council accepts the published agenda.  Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Minutes from the June 4, 2019, regular council meeting were read. The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Marty Nate the council approve the minutes as read. Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Matt & Aimee Kunz came and presented to the council their idea of installing a small convenience/grocery store at the top of Stringtown. It would be a premanufactured building that would have a drive-thru option. They would like to rezone their property to commercial from residential to do this. They would serve multiple items from small grocery store items to camping supplies, essential items, etc. Would like to include some historical background and call it Twin Creeks Market and would like to have open by April 2020 and water and sewer hookups already exist on the property. The council advised him that there would need to be a public hearing and notices to citizens and could be costly to rezone the property. Councilmember Nate also advised that our current Comprehensive Plan suggests all commercial activity should locate along the highway. The Planning & Zoning Committee will meet and discuss and get report back at the next council meeting.

Nathaneal Harwood would like to do a senior project/Eagle Project to add about 3-4 more benches to the City Park. He was advised that he would need to include other scouts to help with his project if it is a Eagle Project. The council approved his idea, but he needs to work out more details and they suggested that he use a composite wood to help last longer and less maintenance.

Sunrise Engineering presented their findings of options UV disinfection vs chlorine and it is significantly more expensive. We will have the pre-bid meeting on July 11^th with potential contractors and the bid opening will be on July 18^th at the City Hall. Kevin presented an option to capture the extra overflow. The cost of the project could be up to $38,000 plus an extra $1500 to alter the project. Councilmember Matt Argyle made the motion to spend the $1500 to add the alternate option and see if Georgetown Irrigation Company will help with the cost of the bypass/tank overflow. Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council. They reported on the hydro option but we would still need power there either way. There is an option to do a study to figure if its worth it but the turbine would need its own building from the chlorinator building. The cost of the study would be about $2200. The council decided to hold off on the study until we are more ready or serious to purchase a turbine. They also reported that ITD will put in the casing but not the pipe along the highway. The council decided to go ahead with the Rocky Mountain Power contract in the amount of $7,711.93 and to forego the $250 refund. Contracts were signed and Lynette will take into Kreg Roberts at the Montpelier office with a check asap.

Councilmember Greg Kunz made the motion to have the water and sewer funds payback the general funds in the amount of $14,866.96 from the water fund and $16,111.43 from the sewer fund from the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Audit. Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried. Lynette will get checks prepared for the next council meeting.

The Twin Creeks schedule was reviewed and assignments finalized. The City’s building permit fees are super cheap and haven’t been increased or updated in quite a while. Marty will look into more fees of other City’s that our similar in size to ours and present at the August meeting. Lynette also suggested that a resolution needs to be prepared for the kennel permit fee that was voted on at the last meeting.

Councilmember DeLoy Kunz suggested maybe there was a typo in the new Dog Ordinance #97 in section 5C. Thinks it should read spayed or neutered and not just list neutered. Need to check with Adam to see if we need to reprint.

Councilmember Marty Nate reported of the meeting with DEQ and the Forest Service and they took a field trip to the Spring. The Forest Service Rangers will ask sheepherders to move past the spring fast and not bed at the Spring. They also noticed that the elk have been bedding above the spring all winter and there is a lot of feces built up. They said the earthquakes would have no effect on the water system because we would be noticing minerals and water color change if that were the case. The council has still been actively trying to find ways to get around not chlorinating and would like the Citizens to understand that. The forest service will help Matt with a device to help monitor the water every day and to see if surface water is affecting it. Steve Smith said that the source water protection plan probably needs updating and he will help when that comes due. She also got another bid for siding the City Hall from ABC Seamless and it is good for one year. The cost would be $18,749 to use a log siding or $17,167 to use a regular siding. We will look at including it in the next budget year.

Councilmember Greg Kunz stated the council needs to reach out to the Dairy Syncline Mine and write a letter in favor of the mine coming to our community. Mayor Steve will draft a letter and invite them to attend our Twin Creeks celebration as well.

Police Report:   Officer Martinez has made 18 contacts for the month of June.

Maintenance report:  Doug Thompson gave his report for the month of June and stated that they got the old police car up and running and they will get the stickers taken off so it can be used as a runner car if needed. Need to be looking at getting a newer service truck and look into grants like the City of Paris gets. They fixed a water line and took water samples to Pocatello. Anthony Valles submitted plans for a building permit to build a garage on his property with a small apartment in the top and the council approved.

Office Report:  Clerk Smith reported that there are 24 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of June. The council suggested listing names and amounts of delinquent accounts in the newspaper as was done in the old days to help urge people to stay on top of paying their City bill. She reported that she completed the water report and asked if Matt could be eligible for Life Insurance since he is now a full time employee. The council approved. The Fire Department is requesting a donation for equipment. Money has been budgeted to help for equipment but nothing was decided. The next meeting date will be moved to Wednesday, August 7^th because Lynette has a conflict with Tuesday evening.

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle the council approve checks and vouchers for the month of June 2019 in the amount of $26,907.43 the general fund, $8,573.83 in the water fund, $21,878.52 in the sewer fund with all funds totaling $57,359.78. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle that the council adjourn from the July 2019 council meeting at 10:05 pm. Councilmember Greg Kunz  seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith, City Clerk

June 4, 2019

Those Present:  Matt Argyle, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Clerk Amber Smith, Doug Thompson, DeLoy Kunz, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Matt Raczak, Joe DeClark, Sandra Donato, Gary & James Teuscher

Meeting called to order:  7:05 pm                            Invocation:  Mayor Steve Waechtler

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Marty Nate that the council accepts the published agenda.  Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Minutes from the May 7, 2019, regular council meeting were read. The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle, the council approve the minutes as read. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Gary and James Teuscher came for the 2018 Audit. They said that everything was good. They reviewed the audit and there were no complaints. The City controls their money really well.

Sandra Donato came and has 10 acres that she wanted to annex into the City. She wants to have 2 acre lots. The council directed her to go to the County and see what they have to say because the City has no jurisdiction. It is timely and costly.

Marty Nate made a motion to make the fee for a kennel permit $100.00. DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Joe DeClark presented an idea for the use of a hydro generator to run the chlorination system. Put the use of water to run our power so the City could save money. If the power goes out, you will still have it run because the water is running it. The council is interested and is going to do some research.

Marty: Wants to have a meeting with the Forest Service and DEQ to talk about animals ranging that contaminates the water. It’s our responsibility to protect our citizens. The council will have Lynette arrange this meeting in the next 2 weeks. She also asked why can’t Matt Raczak have PERSI? He is doing the mowing and is getting more hours. The council agreed. Marty Nate made the motion to give Matt Raczak more hours and get him PERSI! DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion and the motion carried. Planning and Zoning want to raise the building permit fee. The council said to have P&Z discuss it and then let the council know. Twin Creeks is July 6^th. Georgetown 1^st Ward will do breakfast and Georgetown 2^nd Ward will do dinner. The Parks is removing the mulch and putting in sand. Young Men and Young Women from both wards will do this. Marty knows a guy that does siding and she wants him to come do a bid for the log cabin look. The council said to get a bid.

DeLoy: Senior Citizen Center is struggling to keep the home delivery meals going. Wondering if the City could donate some money. Steve said he and Mary have talked to businesses so they are doing each month. Marty made a motion to donate $500 for the month of August. DeLoy seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Steve: Idea of having the City donate a scholarship each year. Criteria that it has to stay within the boundaries of Georgetown, Nounan and Bennington. $1000 each year! Can split it into 4 kids.

Police Report:   Officer Martinez has made 32 contacts for the month of May.

Maintenance report:  Doug Thompson gave his report for the month of May and stated they went on a trip to Paris and looked at the valve at the chlorination building. The valve worked great and why not put it on an open chamber? They’ve been taking care of marking for DigLine and working on getting the chip seal on Stringtown.

Office Report:  Clerk Smith reported that there are 13 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of May.  People are buying their dog licenses but some aren’t showing rabies. Council said to have them show it because it’s for their protection too! Andrea Johnson wants to know if she can just pay for the water, not sewer. She is moved out and just wants to water the lawn. The council said she could just pay water. The council said to hold off on signing the Rocky Mtn Power contract to see what they think and find about Joe’s hydro idea.

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle the council approve checks and vouchers for the month of May 2019 in the amount of $12,700.39 the general fund, $6,815.21 in the water fund, $14,773.05 in the sewer fund with all funds totaling $34,288.65. Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Greg Kunz that the council adjourn from the June 2019 council meeting at 9:40 pm. Councilmember Marty Nate  seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Amber Smith, City Clerk

May 7, 2019

Those Present:  Matt Argyle, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Clerk Amber Smith, Doug Thompson, DeLoy Kunz, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Matt Raczak, Brent & DaNae Peterson, Rhonda Vonseggern, Joe DeClark, Tyler Sorenson, Kevin Martin, Bruce Olenick, Andrew Fellows, Trina Burgin, Tom Hepworth

Meeting called to order:  7:03 pm                            Invocation:  Councilmember Marty Nate

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle that the council accepts the published agenda.  Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Minutes from the April 2, 2019, regular council meeting were read. The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle, the council approve the minutes as read. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The DEQ team came and presented reasons why they have made decisions for our water system. Bruce Olenick, stated they are making sure our water system is good and working.  Over time, there are things that have an impact and need to be dealt with.  Tom stated that the E.coli is what they worry about.  Greg Kunz stated that the peak season is July and August and we don’t have run off then.  Doug wondered about earthquakes causing some problems.  Joe DeClark said all water coming down from the canyon is underground.  The DEQ stated that there is no way to stop chlorinating; this keeps the water safe.

DaNae Peterson asked the council for permission to split their land by the cemetery. The council said yes.

Kevin Martin stated that the plans for Sunrise Engineering have been reviewed. He expressed some different options of valves.  Council wants Kevin to look and get exact costs and get back with them.  Steve said we will not do anything to raise the water rates!

The council reviewed the new dog ordinance # 97. Marty Nate made a motion to adopt the new dog ordinance.  Greg Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Marty:  Concerned about the mowing of the cemetery and park.  The decision was made to have Matt Raczak take over and mow those lawns.  Her achievement day girls want to take care of flower planters this year.

Matt: Wants to do another bid for the siding of the city hall building.

Police Report:   Officer Martinez has made 34 contacts for the month of April.

Maintenance report:  Doug Thompson gave his report for the month of April stating that he was able to get a bid for the settling building but the insurance won’t cover it.  He and Matt redid the plumbing and the pipes are straight.  They have been hauling a lot of gravel and fixed ½ mile and the cemetery road.  Doug asked about shutting off delinquent accounts.  The council said he can shut off anyone that has a total of $190.00, (two months) or higher.  He dug 1 grave and they have taken care of the chlorinator.  They will be spraying the cemetery and ponds.

Office Report:  Clerk Smith reported that there are 11 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of April.  The question was asked on how to advertise the water bond.  The decision was made to send a letter.

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle, the council approve checks and vouchers for the month of April 2019 in the amount of $20,435.66 in the general fund, $14,476.85 in the water fund, $18,898.61 in the sewer fund with all funds totaling $53,811.12. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz  seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Matt Argyle that the council adjourn from the May 2019 council meeting at 10:00 pm. Councilmember Marty Nate  seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Amber Smith, City Clerk

April 2, 2019

Those Present:  Matt Argyle,  Marty Nate, Greg Kunz, Clerk Amber Smith, Doug Thompson, Mayor Steve  Waechtler,  DeLoy Kunz, Kevin Martin, Matt Raczak, Cole Smith, Adam McKenzie

Meeting called to order:  7:10 pm                            Invocation:  Councilmember Matt Argyle

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Marty Nate that the council accepts the published agenda.  Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Minutes from the March 15, 2019, regular council meeting were read. The chair entertained a motion from councilmember DeLoy  Kunz  the council approve the minutes as read. Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Cole Smith entertained the council with a detail of payments for the Land Crop that Smith 3 Mile Dairy and the City of Georgetown share. A 50/50 lease agreement has been made between the two since 2014. The council  made a motion to have a year to year contract.  Councilmember Greg Kunz made a motion to accept this agreement.  Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.  Adam will draw up the contract.

The council reviewed the backhoe agreement and accepted the agreement. Council member Greg Kunz said the agreement is good.  Councilemember  Matt Argyle made a motion to accept.  Councilmember Marty Nate seconded  the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Adam is revising the dog ordinance to reflect the County ordinance as well. The sheriff suggested this because when they respond, they aren’t familiar with the city’s ordinances.  The advantage is that the dog ordinances will be uniform so the officers responding to any situations will be the same.  The council was in favor to accept Bear Lake County’s  dog ordinance.  Adam is going to talk to Kelly Stuecklen’s attorney and when he does, he is telling them the dogs have to be removed from the city immediately.  Councilmember Greg Kunz made a motion to accept this and Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The Bond Election ordinance has been published in the paper and the clerk has the information to get the ballots ready for the election in May. This water bond will NOT change the water/sewer prices for Georgetown.

Kevin Martin, from Sunrise Engineering, brought the application from DEQ to review and get it approved. As soon as the election occurs in May, then they can proceed and start getting bids, etc.  They are planning to start construction in July.  Other meetings won’t be necessary to accept things and move forward.  The Army Corp of Engineers are requiring an application to go across the road.  The ball park is at $3000 to get this done.  The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Marty Nate to let Kevin Martin fill out this application.  Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The Budget Hearing dates were set for the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year. Councilmember Matt Argyle made the motion to hold the Budget Hearing on Tuesday, September 3, 2019 for Fiscal Year 2018-2019. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Matt: The dates need to be figured out when the crack sealing will be done on Stringtown.

Marty: Asked about having a Saturday Clean up again on April 27, 2019 at 10:00.  Council said yes.

* Discussed having a service project to improve the park sandbox and ground cover around the slide.

* Discussed a bid for the park and cemetary mowing.  Also, the park and cemetary need their weeds sprayed.

Greg: Discussed getting the siding done on the city hall.

Police Report:   Officer Martinez has made 21 contacts for the month of March.

Maintenance report:  Doug Thompson gave his report for the month of March stating that he and Matt tried the 2-way radios and they didn’t work.  They will try the fire ones now and look into other options.   The county is going to chip seal  Stringtown.  He will check in to getting a chip seal machine to rent.  It is exactly 2 miles.  He has been checking into lifting the chlorination building back up.

 Office Report:  Clerk Smith reported that there are 16 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of March.  Mentioned an Easter Egg Hunt, but the council said we weren’t doing one this year.

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Greg Kunz that the council approve checks and vouchers for the month of March 2019 in the amount of $12,621.44 in the general fund,  $21,250.72 in the water fund, $12,708.08 in the sewer fund with all funds totaling $46,580.24. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Greg Kunz that the council adjourn from the April 2019 council meeting at 9:25 pm. Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Amber Smith, City Clerk

March 15, 2019

Those Present: Councilmembers Matt Argyle, DeLoy Kunz, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Clerk Amber Smith, Maintenance Supervisor Doug Thompson, Matt Raczak, Mayor Stephan Waechtler, Adam McKenzie, Paul Critchlow, Lisa Humphreys, Nadine Price, Tiffany Ricks, Morgan Collins, Glenn Hunter, Lee and Lacey Critchlow, Sherilyn Christensen, Hyrum Critchlow, Travis and Suzanne Stoddard, and Anthony Valles

Meeting called to order:  7:03 pm                           Invocation:  Councilmember Matt Argyle

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Matt Argyle the council accepts the published agenda. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried.

Minutes from February 5, 2019 regular council meeting were reviewed.  The chair entertained a motion from councilmember Marty Nate to accept the minutes as reviewed.  Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried.

Mayor Steve opened up a discussion to review the dog ordinance and people’s concerns and comments. The community was then allowed to discuss situations they’ve encountered with two dogs that have been loose in the city of Georgetown.   The community expressed their concerns and then Adam, the city’s attorney, said that the city may want to amend the ordinance and redefine what a vicious dog is and what penalties should be applied.  Some of the suggestions are as follows:

*Make it a big dollar amount if dogs are caught roaming around

*Enforce the rule of animals being contained and on leashes

*Enforce identification of who the animal belongs too, wear tags, etc.

*Have vicious animals removed from city limits

*Have a massive insurance on dogs

*Grade the level  of viciousness

The city attorney is going to draft an ordinance for vicious dogs to be reviewed at the next city council meeting.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Marty Nate to send a letter to the owner of the dogs that she has so many days to remove the dogs from city limits.  Councilmember Matt Argyle seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried.

Anthony Valles presented a plan to the council to have a convenience store in Georgetown. The council told him some steps that he would need to take. He will report back to the council when this has been acted upon.

Adam went through the water bond, ordinance # 95 with the council. Councilmember Greg Kunz made a motion for the Mayor to sign the water bond.  Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried.

Police Report: Officer Martinez made 25 contacts for the month of February.

Maintenance Report: Doug gave his report for the month of February and he has plowed and sanded the roads.  The county had to come out and clean Stringtown Road.  He has dug one cemetary plot this month.

Office Business:   There were 16 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of February.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Greg Kunz for the council to approve checks and vouchers for the month of February 2019 in the amount of $15,493.96 in the general fund, $31,564.66 in the water fund, and $20,669.34 in the sewer fund, with all funds totaling $67,727.96. Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion.  All were in favor and motion carried.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Greg Kunz that council adjourns from the March 2019 council meeting at 9:50 pm.  Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion.  All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Amber Smith, City Clerk-Treasurer