August 3, 2021

Those Present:  DeLoy Kunz, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Tee Steadman, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Maintenance Supervisor Shane Clark, City Clerk Lynette Smith, City Auditor Gary Teuscher

Meeting called to order:              7:00 pm                                Invocation:         Councilmember Marty Nate

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

The minutes from July 8, 2021, were read aloud by Clerk Smith. Councilmember Greg Kunz made the motion to accept the minutes as read. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Councilmember DeLoy Kunz wondered about if Officer Martinez could stagger his time and work on weekends with the business of people camping right now and to help control traffic coming out of the canyon during those times. Councilmember Tee Steadman will speak with Martinez about a schedule that will work for him.

Councilmember Tee Steadman has heard about a lawsuit going on between a couple of citizens and wondered what part the City needs to be involved in, if any. He also would like the flags and signs posted with vulgar language to be taken down so our kids aren’t reading these. The Mayor said that he will go and talk to the citizen about taking down the vulgar signs.

Councilmember Marty Nate reported that Sarah Finkey and her family puts up the flags at the cemetery on the War Veteran’s graves. This will be their 35^th year and then they would like to turn it over to the City to carry on. We will probably need to get more flags next year. Marty suggested turning it over to the church or see if another family would be interested in taking it over. She also would like to get a type of asphalt to put on the main road at the cemetery from gate to gate for now and then add a little bit each year for the other rows. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz said maybe we could get a hold of the asphalt when the State comes in and redoes the road in Bennington but that is still a ways away from being done. She had some more clarification for building permits and wondered where it falls under the 200 sqft doesn’t require a permit but what about the height. It was suggested that anything 12×12 or smaller doesn’t need a permit and there was no height limitations. We also have a citizen that has applied for a building permit and would like to get a variance from the neighbors about placement of the shed. She got a variance from the neighbor but the council did not approve it because when neighbors change or move away it doesn’t always work for the new owners. The council decided that the letter from the neighbor wouldn’t matter and that the application should be 8 feet away from the neighbor’s property and it would need to be changed before the permit would be given.

The Mayor spoke with Rick Phillips from Simplot to see if anything had been turned in through the County about plans for helping out with things in Georgetown. Nothing had been turned in yet from their meeting and so the Mayor will continue to follow up on it.

The Council then engaged in the budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 with City Auditor, Gary H. Teuscher. The council approved a 5% increase for Shane Clark and Alan Howell and a 3% increase for Lynette Smith and Officer John Martinez. Lynette will get the notice prepared for the public hearing on September 7^th with the budget numbers from Gary.

The Animal Control Ordinance Draft was tabled until the next meeting.

Police Report:  There were 28 contacts for the month of July and a dog bite was reported and cited.

Maintenance Report: Shane gave his report for the month of July and stated that he and Alan have been getting the seepage tests started at the ponds. He found that the backup generator has been running and has had someone down to look at it to find out what made it kick on. He is going to set up a contract to have it checked and serviced once a year to make sure it is working properly. The pond at the Land App site has been pumped dry. He would like to put up some signs at the park to have people clean up after their dogs and the council agreed. He has hauled some dirt up to the cemetery and filled in some holes of the recent graves.

Office Business:   There are 15 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of July. Lynette reminded council members that the declaration of candidacy is coming up for councilmembers to run for office. Lynette has been notified of some citizens that are still living in their trailers and they have already been warned by the Mayor and councilmembers previously. The Mayor said to have Officer Martinez go and give them a citation since they had been previously warned in person.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Marty Nate for the council to approve checks and vouchers for the month of July 2021 in the amount of $24,275.22 in the general fund, $42,268.77 in the water fund, and $84,369.12 in the sewer fund, with all funds totaling $150,913.11. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Marty Nate that council adjourns from the August 2021 council meeting at 9:15 pm. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith

City Clerk-Treasurer

July 6, 2021

Those Present:  DeLoy Kunz, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Tee Steadman, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Maintenance Supervisor Shane Clark, City Clerk Lynette Smith, Monty Smith, Angela Hymas, Heather Kipp, Gary & Mauria Teuscher

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.

The minutes from June 8, 2021, were read aloud by Clerk Smith. Councilmember Tee Steadman 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.

The Financial Audit for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 was reviewed with City Auditor, Gary H. Teuscher and was approved by the Council. Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to transfer funds from the water and sewer funds to reimburse the general fund for expenses throughout the fiscal year. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council. The budget workshop will be held for next council meeting on August 3rd.

The Animal Control Ordinance Draft was discussed, Heather Kipp was concerned about the pigs and if the Ordinance is referring to meat pigs or pet pigs. The Mayor said that her pigs are a different case because they are cared for and registered, but it is mostly referring to meat pigs. Angie Hymas came before the council with some complaints about the noise and rowdy animals next to her. She has talked to her neighbors about it before and nothing has happened. She would like some guidance about what to do and how to handle the issue with the dogs, chickens, goats, horse, etc. She filled out a complaint form to have on record. The Mayor and Councilmember Tee Steadman will go and pay a visit to the Stoddard’s and see what can get resolved.

Twin Creeks breakfast will be at 7:00 am, flags raised at 8:00 am and then Marty has a full schedule planned for the day. Lunch has been ordered, Corn hole tournament at 1:00 pm and she had Shane and Alan put together a misting station. Dinner at 6:00 pm and Andy Nelson and Brenn Hill are the entertainment. No duck races this year because there is no water in the creek. The Mayor suggested next year doing lawn mower races. Should be a great day!

Councilmember Greg Kunz was approached by a citizen about raising the speed limit on Stringtown to 35 mph instead of 30 mph because when you come out of the canyon it is 35 mph and maybe that is part of the speeding problem coming down Stringtown, or to put up speed bumps. It was also recommended talking to Officer Martinez about alternating his time and weekends. Councilmember Tee Steadman suggested putting out a survey to citizens about accepting donations for buying a speed sign and one that will take and send pictures of the speeders. Lynette will talk to Adam if it’s legal to purchase a speed sign that takes and sends pictures.

Councilmember Marty Nate suggested having dimensions listed for building permits to have it more defined for the amounts to be paid. A large shed should pay a larger fee than a small shed.

Police Report:  There were 32 contacts for the month of June.

Maintenance Report: Shane gave his report for the month of June and stated that he and Alan have fixed water leaks on Stringtown, gotten things ready for Twin Creeks, he checked the fire hydrant up Stringtown and had the IRWA guys come and look at it and they said to not change it yet until changing out more fire hydrants through town because we would have to shut down the whole town. He also said it’s in good shape for its age and to exercise it every couple of weeks and that will help it too.

Office Business:   There are 22 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of June. Lynette got an email from Mark Andreasen about recommending increasing the property values for the ICRMP policy. She told him to go ahead and do it. The City won’t see the increase until the next budget year.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Greg Kunz for the council to approve checks and vouchers for the month of June 2021 in the amount of $19,776.32 in the general fund, $6,614.44 in the water fund, and $15,728.89 in the sewer fund, with all funds totaling $42,119.65. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and motion carried.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Marty Nate that council adjourns from the July 2021 council meeting at 9:15 pm. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith

City Clerk-Treasurer

CITY OF GEORGETOWN
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 City Hall 7:00 pm

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION

APPROVAL OF AGENDA ITEMS:

READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES from July 6, 2021 regular meeting

AGENDA ITEMS OF CITY OPERATIONS AND NEW BUSINESS:

 FY 2021-2022 Budget Workshop with City Auditor, Gary Teuscher, CPA
 City Attorney Adam McKenzie
 Amend Ordinance #100 – RV’s
 Animal Control Ordinance #105

DeLoy:
Tee:
Greg:
Marty:

POLICE REPORT:

MAINTENANCE REPORT:

OFFICE BUSINESS: Delinquent water and sewer accounts

SIGNING OF CHECKS AND VOUCHERS FOR JULY’S BILLS

ADJOURNMENT

Next Meeting:
• Public Hearing Council 7:00 pm – Tuesday, September 5, 2021, Georgetown City Building – 382 Main St. Questions concerning items appearing on this Agenda or requests for accommodation of special needs to participate in the meeting should be addressed to the Office of the City Clerk or call 208-847-2120.

June 8, 2021

Those Present:  Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Tee Steadman, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Maintenance Supervisor Shane Clark, City Clerk Lynette Smith, City Attorney Adam McKenzie, Brent Kunz, Andy, Mandy & Jake Smith, Monty Smith

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

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

The minutes from May 4, 2021 were read aloud by Clerk Smith. Councilmember Tee Steadman 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 Financial Audit for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 was tabled until the next meeting.

Jake Smith came before the council to present his idea for a senior project. He spoke with Shane about things that needed done and settled on making a map/directory for the cemetery with a lock and plexiglass and add a cover over it. He provided a picture to be similar to his idea. He asked where to put the map. It was suggested to put to the left when you enter the cemetery on the corner or it used to be in the center next to the flag pole. He will talk with Fred Wells that builds all of the Forest Service signs and figure out if wood or metal will be best and figure out what materials will cost and what he needs. The Mayor also said that he would help contribute funds as a local business. Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to approve his Senior Project and to use City funds for the project. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Clerk Smith reported that letters have been sent out to citizens to clean up their properties. Lewis Young came and cleaned his yard and will be coming to upkeep more often now that he is retired. Dave Denton also cleaned up his too but could still do some more with the wood and trees, etc. Lynette will send another letter addressing those. Andrea Johnson wants to continue to pay for just water to upkeep her yard as well. Adrien Smith is planning to come in July and take care of his yard. Brent Kunz is still concerned about the hedges growing. Adam said that he could send a letter to give him x amount of days because if it is in the City right of way, the City has more control to remove as they are a safety hazard.

The Mayor read through the entire Ordinance #100 to review for the amendment. Adam will work an amendment that says must keep doing substantial work on the property. Those that like to go south for the winter would still need to come into the office and get a temporary use permit and pay a fee. Adam clarified that our Ordinance already states that you can’t live in a trailer and hook to City services. Adam will draft a letter to the homes/citizens that are not in compliance. The Mayor and councilmember Marty Nate will visit with the two residences about living in their trailers and find out their situations for living in a trailer before Adam sends the letters.

The Animal Control Ordinance Draft was discussed, and Adam is worried about it having too many restrictions and revise the nuisance language. He suggested to have a list of requirements to have animals and leave it at that. State Statutes already address nuisances with smell, noise, etc. Adam will work on and have a draft prepared for the July meeting.

Councilmember DeLoy Kunz asked for Shane to spray the dyer’s woad in town.

Councilmember Tee Steadman asked if Officer Martinez could go and have the car parked on Hayes lane removed.

Councilmember Greg Kunz suggested that the fire hydrant up Stringtown needs to be replaced. Shane will get with IRWA about help to replace it.

Councilmember Marty Nate discussed plans for Twin Creeks and the City will continue to do the luncheon. Lynette will call and order 175 sandwiches. Andy & Mandy Smith are taking entries for a corn hole tournament. Curtis McKinney will raise the flag and Andy Nelson will be the entertainment that evening. There will also be a Movie in the Park on the 9^th to kick off the festivities.

Police Report:  There were 27 contacts for the month of May.

Maintenance Report: Shane gave his report for the month of May and stated that he and Alan have fixed the sandbox, been doing work at the cemetery and will mow along Stringtown the end of the month. He also had concerns about spring running low this time of year and doesn’t want to see the City have to go to water rations but thinks we all need to be conscious about conserving water and don’t water what doesn’t need to be.

Office Business:   There are 10 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of May and Lynette will be out of the office the end of June because she will be taking her son, Duke to the National Jr. High Finals Rodeo in Iowa.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Marty Nate for the council to approve checks and vouchers for the month of May 2021 in the amount of $13,348.22 in the general fund, $6,958.25 in the water fund, and $18,944.50 in the sewer fund, with all funds totaling $39,250.97. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and motion carried.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Tee Steadman that council adjourns from the June 2021 council meeting at 9:45 pm. Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith, City Clerk-Treasurer

May 4, 2021

Those Present:  DeLoy Kunz, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Tee Steadman, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Maintenance Supervisor Shane Clark, City Clerk Lynette Smith, Paul Miller, Layne DeClark, Tim and Merg Neuman, Brent Kunz, Katana Sorensen

Meeting called to order:              7:00 pm                                Invocation:         Councilmember Marty Nate

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

The minutes from April 14, 2021 were read aloud by Clerk Smith. Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to accept the minutes as read. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to leave the regular meeting and go into public hearing and the motion was seconded by Greg Kunz. A roll call vote was taken and is as follows: DeLoy – yes, Tee – yes, Greg – yes, Marty – yes. The Mayor read through the current Resolution #001-2011 from May 3, 2011 and the proposed Resolution #2021-01. Councilmember Marty Nate clarified that the increased fee of $500 wouldn’t begin until after the building permit expires after the initial 120 days, then another $500 for 6 months would be charged after that. The floor was then opened for public comments.

• Layne DeClark commented that 120 days is a short time frame to get a house built and we have a short building season of good weather here anyway.
• Tim Neuman asked about part year residents and snow birds that want to park an RV for summer months on their property if they would be charged the $500 fee as well.
• Councilmember Marty Nate suggested adding an Amendment to Ordinance #100 for part year residents for that purpose and clarified that this Resolution is pointed mostly at those that are trying to live in an RV while building a permanent home.
• Brent Kunz asked about the building permit fee for re-roofing his home and how much that would cost. He was told that he would not need a permit for that and his fee would be $0.
• The council wanted the 6 months’ time period added back into the Resolution to reside in during building and that upon request an addition 6 month period could be granted for a $500 fee.

Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to leave the public hearing and go back to the regular meeting. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion and a roll call vote was taken and is as follows: DeLoy – yes, Tee – yes, Greg – yes, Marty – yes. Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to approve Resolution #2021-01 for an increased fee of $500 for temporary use permits with the added in 6 month corrections. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and a roll call vote was taken and is as follows: DeLoy – yes, Tee – yes, Greg – yes, Marty – yes.

The Animal Control Ordinance Draft was discussed again and Paul Miller stated that he has done more research and found the original ordinance was done in 1957 and pigs were banned then when we had around 8 dairies in operation and were more of an ag community. We’re not as deep into ag anymore and so he feels that pigs should still be banned in an R-1 district. He also stated that 150 ft from your neighbors is still not enough distance to get away from the smell when they’re not properly cared for. He feels if you have County property and enough acreage to hold pigs then that is fine. The Council discussed adding a section in the Ordinance for it to be a Conditional Use Permit to have pigs and a minimum acreage or to have pigs you have to meet a certain criteria. It was questioned why the need for the changes to the Ordinance now and councilmember Marty Nate stated that it needs to be its own Ordinance so that it’s easier to find vs. now it is embedded within the Planning & Zoning Ordinance. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz made the motion to send the draft to the City Attorney for him to put into Ordinance form and to add a section for criteria for having pigs. The motion was seconded by Tee Steadman. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Layne DeClark came before the council for approval of his building permit. He is purchasing the trailer house that has been at the Country Corner and said that he checked with the County about his plans and Wayne Davidson thought it should be ok if it were in the County jurisdiction and so being in the City should be fine too. The council just expressed that it needs to follow the requirements of being on a foundation, re-pitching the roof, new siding, 1,000 sqft of living space and it is done in a timely manner and looks good then he has their approval.

Brent Kunz had a question for the Council about addressing the fire hazard at Adrien Smith’s, which is next to his home. He would like the place cleaned up along with the trees being trimmed that are in the City Right of Way as they also produce a hazard for visibility right now. Shane and Alan will find a time to take care of the trees. Lynette will get a letter sent to Adrien along with Dave Denton and Lewis Young about cleaning up their properties too, or we will have Adam the City Attorney send a letter so they take care of before fire season is upon us.

The Senior Parade will be on either the 24^th or 20^th of May since the kids are graduating on the 27^th. It will be at 6:00 pm and hot dogs after at the Park. Hayley White is helping Marty to coordinate the event and will find out how many seniors we have. Marty will send letters to the seniors to invite them to the parade and post flyers around the town and she and Hayley will get the food gathered as well.

Councilmember Tee Steadman would like to know who will go and visit and follow up with the citizens that are currently living in RV’s in the City. The Mayor and Marty will get together in the next week and go pay them a visit.

Councilmember Marty Nate reported that she has contacted Tyler Williamson to add some vinyl lettering to the large window in the City Hall for some signage. It will cost about $180.00.

Police Report:  There were 28 contacts for the month of April. Officer Martinez was notified of a sale on ammunition that is special just for law enforcement and so we loaded up on ammo to last him the rest of his career here.

Maintenance Report: Shane gave his report for the month of April and stated that he and Alan have been busy at the cemetery digging graves and seeding the grass and building them up to be ground level now the winter frost is gone. The water SCADA system will be fixed next week. They will be working on getting the seepage tests ready for the next month. They have been starting summer work and getting things ready and have mowed the Park. The Mayor suggested to see if the youth in the wards and the single adults branch would be interested in some service projects to help get the cemetery prepared for Memorial Day and helping to clean up afterwards. Jake Smith contacted Shane about a Senior Project and Shane gave him a couple of ideas but thinks Jake will be building a board for up at the Cemetery with everyone’s names listed with a map.

Office Business:   There are 15 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of April. There is a conflict with the next meeting date for the 1^st of June and so it will be rescheduled for June 2^nd or the following week. Lynette will stay in touch with everyone about when it will be.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Greg Kunz for the council to approve checks and vouchers for the month of April 2021 in the amount of $14,432.21 in the general fund, $6,276.54 in the water fund, and $18,565.77 in the sewer fund, with all funds totaling $39,274.52. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and motion carried.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Greg Kunz that council adjourns from the May 2021 council meeting at 10:00 pm. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith, City Clerk-Treasurer

CITY OF GEORGETOWN
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA

Tuesday, July 6, 2021 7:00 pm 382 Main St.

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION

APPROVAL OF AGENDA ITEMS:

READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES from June 8, 2021

AGENDA ITEMS OF CITY OPERATIONS AND NEW BUSINESS:

 FY 2019-2020 Financial Audit of City Funds performed by Gary H. Teuscher, CPA
 Transfer of City Funds from Water & Sewer to General
 City Attorney Adam McKenzie
 Amend Ordinance #100 – RV’s
 Animal Control Ordinance #105

DeLoy:
Tee:
Greg:
Marty:

POLICE REPORT:

MAINTENANCE REPORT:

OFFICE BUSINESS: Delinquent water and sewer accounts
SIGNING OF CHECKS AND VOUCHERS FOR JUNE’S BILLS

ADJOURNMENT

Next Meeting:
• Regular Council 7:00 pm – Tuesday, August 3, 2021, Georgetown City Building – 382 Main St. Questions concerning items appearing on this Agenda or requests for accommodation of special needs to participate in the meeting should be addressed to the Office of the City Clerk or call 208-847-2120.

CITY OF GEORGETOWN

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

AGENDA

Tuesday, June 8, 2021                    7:00 pm             382 Main St. 

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

INVOCATION              

APPROVAL OF AGENDA ITEMS:         

READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES from May 4, 2021                                                                              

AGENDA ITEMS OF CITY OPERATIONS AND NEW BUSINESS:

• FY 2019-2020 Financial Audit of City Funds performed by Gary H. Teuscher, CPA
• Transfer of City Funds from Water & Sewer to General
• Jake Smith Senior Project at the Cemetery
• City Attorney Adam McKenzie
• Amend Ordinance #100 – RV’s
• Animal Control Ordinance #105
• Resolution #2021-01 – Temporary Use Permits

DeLoy: 

Tee: 

Greg:              

Marty:

POLICE REPORT:

MAINTENANCE REPORT:  Water Rations

OFFICE BUSINESS:     Delinquent water and sewer accounts                                                                                                     

SIGNING OF CHECKS AND VOUCHERS FOR MAY’S BILLS

ADJOURNMENT

Next Meeting:

• Regular Council 7:00 pm – Tuesday, July 6 , 2021, Georgetown City Building – 382 Main St. Questions concerning items appearing on this Agenda or requests for accommodation of special needs to participate in the meeting should be addressed to the Office of the City Clerk or call 208-847-2120.

April 14, 2021

Those Present:  Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Tee Steadman, Mayor Steve Waechtler, Maintenance Supervisor Shane Clark, City Clerk Lynette Smith, Kevin Nate, Paul Miller, Jennifer Wells, Susan Dilworth, Loren & Mrs. Dilworth

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

The Council entertained a motion from councilmember Greg Kunz to approve the added agenda item of approval of a building permit for Larrylynn Smith and was seconded by Tee Steadman. All were in favor and the motion carried the council. The Council then entertained a motion from councilmember Marty Nate to approve the published agenda and was seconded by councilmember Greg Kunz. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The minutes from March 10, 2021 were read aloud by Clerk Smith. Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to accept the minutes as read. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Councilmember Greg Kunz presented the building permit for Larrylynn Smith. She would like to add a carport/garage to her property, and it would be portable. She wants it off of her sidewalk where she parks now but it would only be 10 ft from the road and in the City right of way. Shane had some concerns about plowing snow and that it is tight for snow removal along that street already. Councilmember Tee Steadman expressed concerns about how far off we require others along Stringtown and other roads to be parked off of the right of way and that we need to keep consistency throughout the whole town. It was decided that she is welcome to put up a carport but that it would need to be at least 8 ft off the right of way like everywhere else.

Susan Dilworth came before the Council and represented the Emergency Preparedness Committee of the Community. The committee figures that we have about 225-250 homes between Georgetown, up the canyon and in Nounan. The committee would like some help from the City to make copies and laminating costs up to about $250 to get notices out and for supplies for Emergency Preparedness. They will be making 72-hour kits and first aid kits. They would like to use the easel sign to put out notices when they will have their kit making nights. Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to spend $250.00 to Kelle Kropushek for Emergency Preparedness supplies. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Loren Dilworth came before the council requesting approval for a building permit to build a new home on Solum Lane and east of his parents. He has been in contact with the Army Core of Engineers to cross the creek for water and sewer services with special conditions to be 2 ft below the creek bed and he will probably have to install a lift station. Shane and Alan went and measured in the manhole and it is 9 ft. 4 in. to the connection point. The council commended him for doing his homework and that he will be approved for his building permit after he gets approval from the Army Core of Engineers and the State of Idaho and the property has been deeded to him. Councilmember Marty Nate requested that he be very specific on his diagram and have it staked out on the property of where exactly the house will be.

A building permit application for Layne and Ada DeClark was presented to the Council. The Mayor said that he is wanting to use a trailer house and will pitch a roof to meet manufactured home requirements and he will put it on a foundation and turn into a partial double wide with a covered porch. Councilmember Marty Nate pointed out that the requirements are that it must be 20 ft wide and 1000 sqft of livable space and siding that would need to be completed this year. The permit approval was tabled until the next meeting when Layne or Ada can come and explain more of their plans and answer questions.

The Animal Control Ordinance Draft was discussed and there were a few citizens present to discuss their concerns about changes in the Ordinance. Paul Miller expressed his concerns about the smell of pigs and having close neighbors able to have pigs and he didn’t like that idea. Councilmember Tee Steadman expressed that we are still an ag community, and he would like to see it stay that way. It was suggested to maybe get permission on either side of the property within 150 ft, if they are wanting to have pigs or other stinky animals. Councilmember Marty Nate strongly expressed that the City does not want to manage people’s animals. Although, the City is leery of irresponsible owners. The draft was tabled until another meeting.

The Mayor reported that Simplot has said that they will help to pay for some more traffic control along Stringtown and he expressed again that the City Facebook page is meant to be an information center to get word out to our citizens and not a complaint center.

The Temporary Use Permit Fee was discussed, and councilmember Marty Nate suggested that the fee for it be raised since we have raised the building permit fees as well. It was suggested to set the fee high so that people don’t dwell for long periods of time in their trailers and to treat it as a rental fee. Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to add to the agenda next month a public hearing to increase the fee from $25 a month to $500 per month for temporary use permits. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Councilmember Marty Nate discussed plans for Twin Creeks days and said she and her committee are still moving forward with July 10^th. They will have bounce houses coming and 1^st Ward will take care of the breakfast and 2^nd Ward will take care of the dinner and the City will provide the lunch. She would like to have a talent show during the dinner and is having Andy Nelson and his brother come for the entertainment that night. The Mayor would like to see the tradition be kept and so it was suggested to have the Mayor and/or Veteran’s to raise the flag that morning. Marty is planning for a Movie in the Park on July 9^th and then Twin Creeks on July 10^th.

The cleanup days were discussed and set for the weekend of April 30^th and May 1^st. The Mayor will coordinate with the Henning’s to get 2 garbage and 1 metal can out here during those days and councilmember Marty Nate will make and put up the flyers around town.

Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to set the budget hearing date for September 7^th. Councilmember Greg Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council. The budget workshop will be in August.

Councilmember Marty Nate reported that elections will be held on May 18^th and she will hold it back in the City Hall instead of the church. She would like to add stuff to the park to play on for the kids this summer and get the sand diggers in. There needs to be more sand in there and she wants to add a climber dome. She will order blinds for the City Hall and is getting a sign painted for the City Hall.

Police Report:  There were 25 contacts for the month of March.

Maintenance Report: Shane gave his report for the month of March and stated that he and Alan have been digging a grave at the cemetery and preparing for spring and summer by cleaning up the winter stuff and putting the plows away. The SCADA system at the water tanks is down and so they have been checking the tanks the old-fashioned way. There was a water leak in town that they fixed quickly before anyone knew the water was off and they have a cremation coming up this weekend. He would like to tell the Dilworth’s when building their new home to have the water and sewer hookups installed by their contractor.

Office Business:   There are 13 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of March. She also reported that she has to upgrade her QuickBook’s or the Payroll function will no longer work after May 31^st. She asked the Council what they wanted to do about awarding scholarships this year and it was decided to work on getting an application together throughout this year so that it will be ready for next year. The Council liked the idea of doing a Senior Parade again this year and giving $50 to each of the seniors from Georgetown and Nounan that participate.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Tee Steadman for the council to approve checks and vouchers for the month of March 2021 in the amount of $12,999.37 in the general fund, $7,433.82 in the water fund, and $17,656.53 in the sewer fund, with all funds totaling $38,089.72. Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. All were in favor and motion carried.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Tee Steadman that council adjourns from the April 2021 council meeting at 9:45 pm. Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith, City Clerk-Treasurer

March 10, 2021

Those Present:  DeLoy Kunz, Greg Kunz, Marty Nate, Tee Steadman, Mayor Steve Waechtler, City Clerk Lynette Smith, Valerie Hayes of News-Examiner

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

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

The minutes from February 9, 2021 were read aloud by Clerk Smith. Councilmember Greg Kunz made the motion to accept the minutes as read. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council. The minutes from the February 16, 2021 special meeting were read aloud by Clerk Smith. Councilmember Tee Steadman 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.

The Animal Control Ordinance Draft was discussed and Marty stated that she would add a paragraph about show animals to not deter those that want to raise an animal. The council discussed issues with pigs and asked to add in that pens must be kept clean and to limit a number on how many pigs or has to be kept to immediate family and not a business of raising and selling pigs. The draft was again tabled until the next meeting to review the changes.

The Mayor reported that Curtis McKinney is on the Emergency Preparedness committee for the community and has some new ideas there. He also has expressed his interest to the Mayor about being a backup operator for the water and sewer departments. The Mayor explained to him that we don’t have the money to pay for his training and he expressed that he would be willing to do the training on his own.

The Backhoe Agreement between the City and the Georgetown Irrigation Co was brought forth. Everything is continuing to work great for both and would like to keep the agreement moving forward. Councilmember Marty Nate made the motion to renew the agreement again for another year. Councilmember Tee Steadman seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

The City has to get new seepage tests on our sewer ponds done this year. This is something that is done every 10 years. Shane reached out to four different engineer companies for bids. The council reviewed the bids from each. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz made the motion to award the bid to Keller Associates because of their history and knowledge of our sewer ponds. Councilmember Marty Nate seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Councilmember Greg Kunz said that he has heard some talk about Montpelier not having City officers anymore and will hire the County to do the day-to-day. He wondered if it was something we should consider and that it may be cheaper than supplying a car, guns, bullets, fuel, trainings, etc. The Mayor suggested inviting Sheriff Heslington out to one of our meetings sometime to discuss our options and how frequent we could have someone out here. We need to explore our options before Officer Martinez is ready to retire.

Councilmember Marty Nate suggested installing camera’s up Stringtown to help our officer. The Mayor reported that he is having a meeting with Simplot and will ask about how they can help us with the traffic and see if they would help pay for some patrolling. He would like to sit with them and get a 10 year plan from them. Marty also suggested sending out some cleanup letters to a list of citizens. She will get the list to Lynette to notify them. She said she will get to planning on Twin Creeks and set a date for July 10^th. The Mayor recommended including some younger members of the community on her committee as she would like to get someone to take over for her for the Movies in the Park and Twin Creeks.

Police Report:  There were 16 contacts for the month of February.

Maintenance Report: Shane was excused from the meeting and was out all day due to a migraine. Although they were busy this past month with plowing snow, remodeling the City Hall, and they dug two graves where one was a cremation.

Office Business:   There are 20 delinquent water and sewer accounts for the month of February. The guys are going deliver notes to everyone’s door and will begin doing shutoffs again now that the weather is turning warmer and snow is leaving. She reminded the councilmembers that their terms are expiring this year and that they will need to declare if they are re-running for Council or not. Councilmember terms expiring are Greg Kunz, Marty Nate and Steve Waechtler as Mayor. Lynette also got a call about if there is any community service available for someone to help with that lives here in Georgetown. The Council discussed things that could be done and then decided there wasn’t much to do that wouldn’t need some supervision and our guys try not to work on Saturday’s.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Marty Nate for the council to approve checks and vouchers for the month of February 2021 in the amount of $17,900.18 in the general fund, $14,369.35 in the water fund, and $18,844.27 in the sewer fund, with all funds totaling $51,113.80. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and motion carried.

The chair entertained a motion from Councilmember Marty Nate that council adjourns from the March 2021 council meeting at 9:00 pm. Councilmember DeLoy Kunz seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion carried the council.

Respectfully submitted,

Lynette Smith

City Clerk-Treasurer