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Burley public meetings in 2023

56 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 20, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Commission to review Urban Renewal Plan for 10 Burley Project

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review and provide written recommendations for the 10 Burley Urban Renewal Project. Members will also discuss setback definitions and the status of the draft Comprehensive Plan.

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Wed Nov 22, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Commission to decide on Mountain Heights Village Subdivision plat

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to continue the hearing and deliberation regarding a preliminary plat. The body will decide on the approval for the Mountain Heights Village Subdivision.

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Wed Nov 15, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Commission holds hearing on Mountain Heights Village Preliminary Plat

The Planning and Zoning Commission is conducting a public hearing and deciding on the Mountain Heights Village Preliminary Plat. The body is also reviewing draft amendments to City Code regarding setbacks.

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Wed Oct 18, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Burley P&Z to decide on Harrison Estates preliminary plat

The Burley Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and then deliberate on the proposed Harrison Estates preliminary plat, a residential subdivision. They will also schedule a hearing for the Mountain Heights Village preliminary plat and review draft amendments to city code regarding setbacks.

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Thu Oct 12, 2023

City Council

Administrative Committee to discuss broadband, animal control, and fees

The Administrative Committee will meet to hold discussions regarding broadband improvement purchases and code enforcement updates. The committee will also discuss potential fee increases.

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Tue Oct 3, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to approve routine financial and meeting records

The City Council will review the consent calendar, which includes approving previous meeting minutes and processing payable bills. The session also includes a report and discussion regarding recent city events.

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Tue Oct 3, 2023

Planning and Zoning

No agenda items for Oct 3 meeting; next meeting Oct 17

The Burley Planning and Zoning Technical Review Committee is meeting on October 3, 2023, but there are no agenda items for this date. The next meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2023.

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Mon Sep 25, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to discuss airport property sales and leases

The special session includes public hearings and action items regarding the sale and lease of airport property involving Mark Mitton Burley Development Authority. The council will also address law enforcement contracts and signal light closures.

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Wed Sep 20, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Burley P&Z to consider subdivision code amendment and Harrison Estates plat

The Burley Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council on a proposed amendment to the City Code that changes the subdivision approval process. The commission will also schedule a hearing on the preliminary plat for the proposed Harrison Estates Subdivision, and will approve minutes from the August 30 meeting.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to consider grants and city contracts

The City Council will meet to vote on several resolutions regarding grant activities, citizen participation plans, and fair housing. The agenda also includes decisions on ITD contracts, city administrator contracts, and a road closure for a local carnival.

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Tue Sep 19, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Burley P&Z to schedule hearing on Harrison Estates subdivision plat

The Burley Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes and schedule a public hearing on the proposed Harrison Estates Subdivision Preliminary Plat. The Tech Review Committee will also review and report on the same plat. No final decisions on the plat are expected at this meeting.

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Wed Sep 13, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council special session scheduled for September 13, 2023

The City Council will hold a special session at 12:00 p.m. to discuss the 2023 Wellness program. No other items are listed on the provided agenda.

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Tue Sep 5, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to discuss airport property sale and urban renewal

The City Council will consider several action items including a declaration of intent to sell airport real property to the Burley Development Authority. The meeting also includes discussions on urban renewal eligibility, engineering contracts, and surplus property declarations.

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Tue Sep 5, 2023

Planning and Zoning

No agenda items for Sept 5 meeting; next meeting Sept 19

This Planning and Zoning Tech Review Committee meeting has no agenda items and is effectively cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2023.

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Wed Aug 30, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to consider hiring in executive session

The City Council will hold a special meeting on August 30, 2023. The agenda consists of an executive session to evaluate candidates for a specific position or vacancy.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council held special session for personnel evaluation

The City Council met in a special session and entered an executive session to consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent. No final decisions were made during the session.

Wed Aug 30, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Burley P&Z to hold public hearing on Ponderosa Park subdivision plat

The Burley Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a decision on the preliminary plat for the Ponderosa Park Subdivision. The commission will also discuss setback definitions and consider an ordinance change that would remove the Technical Review Committee from the subdivision approval process.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves Ponderosa Park Subdivision preliminary plat

The commission approved Resolution No. 2023-3 for the Ponderosa Park Subdivision following a public hearing. The board also approved the minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting. Discussions regarding setback definitions were held, but no decision was reached.

Tue Aug 29, 2023

City Council

Public hearing on proposed 2023-2024 budget and foregone taxes

The City Council is holding a special session to conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023-2024 budget. The meeting also includes a public hearing concerning the claiming of $32,250 in foregone taxes.

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✓ Decided: City Council held public hearing on 2023-2024 budget

The City Council conducted a special session to hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 budget and the claiming of $32,250 in foregone taxes. No public testimony was provided. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the budget items.

Mon Aug 28, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to consider hiring in executive session

The City Council will hold a special meeting on August 28, 2023. The agenda consists of an executive session to evaluate candidates for a specific position or staff need.

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✓ Decided: City Council held special session for executive discussion

The City Council met in a special session and entered an executive session to consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent. No final decisions were made during the meeting.

Wed Aug 16, 2023

Planning and Zoning

P&Z to revisit Ponderosa Park plat, schedule subdivision code hearing

The Burley Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving minutes, discuss the Ponderosa Park preliminary plat application, schedule a hearing on a proposed change to Title 6 of the city code regarding subdivision approval procedures, and review revisions to the draft Land Use Map and Comprehensive Plan. The plat was continued from the July 26 meeting to allow additional public comments and materials to be added to the record.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission schedules hearing on subdivision procedure changes

The commission scheduled a hearing for September 20 to discuss changes to the subdivision approval procedure in Title 6 of the City Code. The board also approved adding an industrial classification to the Land Use Map for the Comprehensive Plan. A new application for the Ponderosa Park Preliminary Plat was received and is scheduled for review on August 30.

Tue Aug 15, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to consider street seal coating contract

The City Council will review a bid and contract for street seal coating procedures. The meeting also includes routine approval of meeting minutes, bills payable, and payroll.

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Tue Aug 15, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Ponderosa Park preliminary plat review for commission report

The Burley Planning & Zoning Technical Review Committee will approve minutes from its Aug 8 special meeting and review the administrator's report on the Ponderosa Park preliminary plat to provide a report for the Commission by resolution. The agenda contains one substantive item and one procedural item.

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Wed Aug 9, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to discuss budget and personnel hiring

The City Council will hold a special session to approve a tentative budget for publishing. The council will also enter an executive session to consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves budget for publishing

The City Council met in a special session to finalize the city budget. The council voted unanimously to approve the budget for publishing. The meeting also included an executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

Tue Aug 8, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Burley P&Z committee picks chair, secretary, meeting schedule

The Burley Planning and Zoning Technical Review Committee is holding a special meeting to select a chairman and secretary, and to pass Resolution 2023-1 setting a regular meeting day and time. The agenda contains only these three administrative action items, with no substantive planning or zoning decisions listed.

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Wed Aug 2, 2023

City Council

Council to appoint P&Z committee member and administrator

The Burley City Council is holding a special session to consider a single action item: approval of Resolution 9-23, which appoints a P&Z Technical Review Committee member and a P&Z Administrator. No other business is listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council appoints P&Z Technical Review Committee and Administrator

The City Council approved Resolution 9-23 to establish a Planning and Zoning Technical Review Committee and appoint an administrator. This action determines who will oversee the technical review process for the city.

Tue Aug 1, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to discuss budget and street trades

The City Council will consider several action items including a tentative 2023/2024 budget and easement acceptances. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Exit 208 jurisdictions and a street trade proposal with Heyburn.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves annexation of Exit 208 interchange

The Council voted to commence annexation of the Exit 208 interchange to maintain single-jurisdiction ownership for safety. Other actions included approving a street closure for a grand opening and purchasing a new electrical department vehicle. The 2023/2024 tentative budget was tabled.

Tue Aug 1, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to hold executive session regarding personnel hiring

The Burley City Council will meet for a special session on August 1, 2023. The meeting includes an executive session to consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent.

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✓ Decided: City Council held special session and entered executive session

The City Council met for a special session and voted to enter an executive session. No final decisions were made during the meeting.

Thu Jul 27, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to discuss pending litigation in executive session

The City Council will hold a special meeting to meet with legal counsel regarding potential or ongoing lawsuits. This discussion is scheduled as an executive session under Idaho Code 74-206 (1) (f).

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council held special session with no final decisions

The City Council met for a special session and entered an executive session to discuss presented matters. No final decisions were made during the meeting.

Wed Jul 26, 2023

Planning and Zoning

P&Z to hold public hearing on Ponderosa Park Subdivision preliminary plat

The Burley Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a decision on the preliminary plat of the Ponderosa Park Subdivision. They will also discuss setback definitions and a proposed Comprehensive Plan Review. The agenda includes approval of the June 21, 2023 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission continues Ponderosa Park Subdivision hearing

The commission approved the June 21, 2023, meeting minutes. A public hearing for the Ponderosa Park Subdivision preliminary plat was opened, but the matter was continued to a later date to ensure all materials are included in the record. No decisions were made regarding setback definitions or the Comprehensive Plan Review.

Tue Jul 18, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to consider vehicle bids and water rights agreements

The City Council will meet to review routine consent items, including payroll and bills payable. The agenda includes decisions on sanitation and water department vehicle purchases and a water rights lease agreement.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Hidden Hills Phase 1 Final Plat and vehicle purchases

The Council approved the Hidden Hills Phase 1 Final Plat with specific conditions and authorized the purchase of two vehicles for the sanitation and water departments. Additionally, the Council approved a water rights lease with the City of Pocatello and a land-use agreement for the Cassia County Fair.

Thu Jul 6, 2023

City Council

City Council holds budget workshop with department presentations

This is a special Burley City Council meeting convened as a budget workshop. The sole action item is department presentations from department heads, which are part of the city's budget planning process. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council held budget workshop with department head presentations

The City Council met for a special session to review performance measures, needs for the next budget year, and long-term goals. Department heads from public safety, public works, utilities, and administration provided presentations. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Wed Jul 5, 2023

City Council

Council to approve bills, land sale, subdivision plat, and truck purchase

The Burley City Council is meeting in a special session to handle routine consent items and several action items. They will consider approving bills payable of $208,715.74, the sale of golf simulator equipment, an updated travel policy, a lot line adjustment, a final plat for Glacier Park Subdivision, a truck purchase for the water department, and a concessionaire agreement. The agenda also includes a report and discussion of recent city events.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves golf simulator purchase and new travel policy

The City Council approved the purchase of a golf simulator and updated the city's travel meal per diem rates. The council also authorized a lot line adjustment for city-owned property and approved the Glacier Park Phase 6 subdivision plat.

Tue Jun 27, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to hold executive session on pending litigation

The Burley City Council is holding a special meeting with an executive session to discuss legal options for pending or imminent litigation. The council will also consider routine consent calendar items, including approval of minutes, bills payable totaling $1,805,918.15, and payroll of $399,860.21, as well as resolutions on land use public hearing procedures, a fire department engine purchase, and golf maintenance equipment.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves $1.1M fire engine purchase

The City Council approved a purchase agreement for a new fire engine and updated land use public hearing procedures. Council also authorized ordering golf maintenance equipment and approved over $2.2M in bills and payroll.

Wed Jun 21, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Burley P&Z to review comprehensive plan revision and setback code changes

The Burley Planning and Zoning Commission will review and discuss proposed revisions to the Comprehensive Plan and the amendment process, as well as proposed amendments to City Code regarding setbacks and their definition. They will also consider approving revised public hearing procedures and approve minutes from the May 17 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves revised public hearing procedures

The commission approved revised public hearing procedures to be sent to the city council as Resolution No. 2. Members also approved the minutes from the May 17, 2023 meeting. Discussions were held regarding city code amendments for setbacks and the Comprehensive Plan Revision.

Tue Jun 6, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves $59,910 vehicle and Safe Streets grant resolution

The City Council approved a new Water Department vehicle and a resolution for a $280,000 Safe Streets grant. They also authorized special event agreements for the Regatta and Little Flower Church. Several items, including a golf simulator purchase and street slurry bids, were tabled.

Wed May 17, 2023

Planning and Zoning

✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves previous meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the April 19 and May 3 meetings. Members also reviewed the Comprehensive Plan and Land Use handbook with the City Engineer and City Attorney.

Tue May 16, 2023

City Council

Council to approve contracts, purchases, and annexation at May 16 meeting

The Burley City Council is holding its regular session to vote on a consent calendar and several action items, including contracts for broadband construction, a special event agreement, street slurry work, and vehicle purchases. The council will also consider a change order for Bedke Blvd., a sidewalk construction change order and grant addendum, and the annexation of city property at 1559 Washington Ave. A report and discussion of recent city events is also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves fiber broadband construction and operation contracts

The Council approved two agreements with ETS Communications LLC and Eminent Technical Solutions LLC to build and lease an open fiber broadband network using $1,969,610.00 in ARPA funds. Other actions included approving road and sidewalk change orders, a sanitation vehicle purchase, and a property annexation.

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Wed May 3, 2023

Planning and Zoning

P&Z to hold training session with legal counsel

The Burley Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting solely for a discussion item: training for P&Z members conducted by legal counsel. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda contains only this procedural training item.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning holds training session with city attorney

The Burley Planning and Zoning Commission held a discussion item on training for its members, conducted by City Attorney Dave Shirley. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

Tue Apr 25, 2023

City Council

City Council electric committee to review PUC filings

The Burley City Council's Electric Committee is meeting to discuss an update on Public Utilities Commission filings. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.

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✓ Decided: Electric Committee discusses PUC filings regarding Suntado service territory

The Electric Committee reviewed a map of service boundaries between the City of Burley and United Electric. The city has filed with the PUC to provide service to Suntado, which is currently contested by United Electric.

Mon Apr 24, 2023

City Council

Council to evaluate golf simulator proposal and equipment needs

The Burley City Council Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss two agenda items: evaluating a proposal for a golf simulator and reviewing golf course equipment. They will also discuss the swimming pool, though no specific action is listed.

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✓ Decided: Recreation Committee evaluates golf simulator and pool repairs

The committee discussed financial projections for a golf simulator and the replacement of aging golf course mowers. Members also reviewed repair options for the 70-year-old swimming pool. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

Mon Apr 24, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss pending litigation and consider hiring additional legal counsel

The Burley City Council is holding a special session to discuss legal matters. The council will enter an executive session to communicate with legal counsel about pending or imminent litigation. Following that, the council will consider approving the hiring of additional contract legal counsel.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council hires Hall Angell & Associates for legal representation

The City Council approved a letter of agreement to hire Hall Angell & Associates as contract legal counsel. The firm will represent the city regarding a water and sewer expansion case.

Wed Apr 19, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Burley P&Z to discuss expanding city impact area, setback rules

The Burley Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss the Comprehensive Plan, consider appointing a representative to talk with Cassia and Minidoka counties about expanding the city's impact area, and review revisions to setback definitions. The agenda also includes approving March minutes, introducing new members, and arranging legal training for members. The attached March minutes show the commission previously reviewed the land use map and aimed to have the Comprehensive Plan ready for a public hearing by May.

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✓ Decided: Burley Planning and Zoning Commission approves March meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting. No action was taken regarding the appointment of a representative for the city impact area expansion or revisions to setback definitions.

Tue Apr 18, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to review budget, fees, and appointments

The Burley City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss hiring. The regular agenda includes a public hearing on golf fees, approval of bills and payroll, a mid-year budget review, and several appointments and policy revisions.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council appoints Tracy Bustos as City Clerk

The Council appointed Tracy Bustos as City Clerk and approved a contract for GPS devices in city vehicles. A public hearing was held regarding proposed golf fee increases, though no formal action was taken on the fees during this meeting.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves sewer replacement and sidewalk contracts

The Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a sewer line replacement and sidewalk construction. They also authorized an increase in on-call pay for city employees and approved the annual financial audit.

Thu Apr 6, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Burley Administrative Committee discussed land leases and fee increases

The committee reviewed a request to lease city property at 300 West Highway and discussed closing specific revenue allocation areas. Members also considered increasing building department fees and implementing a Local Improvement District (LID) for 7th Street. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

Tue Apr 4, 2023

City Council

Council to approve $872,894.67 in bills, contracts, and permits

The Burley City Council will hold a regular session to consider routine consent items, including approval of minutes, bills payable of $872,894.67, and payroll of $281,587.58. They will also act on several action items such as a street party permit, a sewer replacement contract, an audit review, and various other contracts and policies. Building permits for new construction and alterations will be reviewed.

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Thu Mar 23, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council orders special election on $350K library levy increase

The Burley City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution ordering a special election on whether to increase the property tax levy by $350,000 for each of tax years 2023 and 2024, with funds designated for the Burley Public Library. The council will take action on this resolution at the meeting.

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✓ Decided: City Council orders special election for library levy increase

The City Council approved Resolution 2-23 to hold a special election. The election will determine if the taxable property levy is increased by $350,000 for the 2023 and 2024 tax years to fund the Burley Public Library.

Tue Mar 21, 2023

City Council

Council to vote on library levy election, wastewater plant expansion

The Burley City Council will hold a special meeting at 6:40 p.m. for an executive session on pending litigation, followed by a regular session at 7:00 p.m. The council will consider routine consent items, including bills payable of $520,709.95 and payroll of $230,818.37, plus several action items. Key decisions include approving design task orders for the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant, extending conditional approval times for two subdivisions, and ordering a special election on a $350,000 annual library levy for 2023 and 2024. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Idaho Regatta and a report on recent city events.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves wastewater plant design and subdivision extensions

The Council approved a design task order and a support resolution for the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion. One-year conditional approval extensions were granted for two subdivisions, and a contract for electrical materials was approved. A proposed tax levy increase for the public library was tabled.

Wed Mar 15, 2023

Planning and Zoning

Burley Planning Commission to review comprehensive plan and land use map

The Burley Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approval of the February meeting minutes, discuss the Comprehensive Plan, and review the Land Use Map. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the ongoing work on the comprehensive plan and land use map.

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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves February minutes and land use map

The commission approved the minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed the land use map and determined it is ready to move forward. The city attorney discussed preparing the Comprehensive Plan for a public hearing by May.

Tue Mar 7, 2023

City Council

Council to consider latecomers policy, leases, tax projections

The Burley City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine consent items and several action items. Key discussions include a latecomers policy and ordinance, approval of enterprise lease agreements, and 5-year property tax projections. The council will also consider grant applications and a support letter for the IWTP 2023.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves grant contracts and vehicle leases

The City Council approved a grant administration contract for the Suntado electrical project and lease agreements for three vehicles. Council also authorized a support letter for an industrial wastewater treatment plant and airport feasibility grant applications.

Tue Feb 21, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to consider hiring, litigation, and multiple contracts

The Burley City Council will hold a special meeting to enter executive session on hiring and legal matters, followed by a regular session to vote on routine consent items and several action items, including agreements, fees, and development approvals.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves federal funding contract and electric utility petition

The Council approved a service agreement with Merchant McIntyre for federal funding support and authorized a petition to the Public Utilities Commission regarding electric service boundaries. Other actions included approving wire bids for a new construction project and stop sign placements for the Hidden Hills development.

Wed Feb 15, 2023

Planning and Zoning

✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves Hidden Hills Subdivision permit

The commission approved a special use permit for the Hidden Hills Subdivision after a public hearing. The board also requested the city attorney draft language for a setback definition. The comprehensive plan and land use map remain under development.

Tue Feb 7, 2023

City Council

Burley City Council to approve $1.28M in bills and payroll

The Burley City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the consent calendar with bills payable of $1,064,749.57 and payroll of $219,606.41. They will also consider several action items such as a utility easement acceptance, a bucket truck purchase, a right-of-way purchase, and a latecomers agreement. The agenda includes a report on recent city events and building permits for residential and commercial projects.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves electric department truck and cemetery land purchase

The City Council approved several equipment and land acquisitions, including a utility truck and cemetery expansion property. The council also authorized a utility easement for electric vehicle charging stations and the surplus of eight library computers.

Wed Feb 1, 2023

City Council

Recreation Committee to discuss driving range rates and golf simulator

The Burley Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss several recreation items, including proposed changes to driving range rates, a golf simulator proposal, Storybook Park, mowing and grinding equipment, and flowerpots. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

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✓ Decided: Recreation Committee discusses golf course upgrades and park funding

The Recreation Committee discussed increasing driving range fees, purchasing a new ball dispenser, and leasing a golf simulator. Members also reviewed a $90,000 quote for Storybook Park equipment and the need for new golf maintenance machinery.

Wed Jan 18, 2023

Planning and Zoning

✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission continues hearing on Hidden Hills Subdivision plat

The commission approved the minutes from the December 21, 2022, meeting. A public hearing regarding an amended preliminary plat for the Hidden Hills Subdivision was continued to the next meeting. The board also discussed the Comprehensive Master Plan Review and permitted uses in various zones.

Tue Jan 17, 2023

City Council

Council to consider hiring, contracts, and $1M building permit

The Burley City Council will hold a special closed session to consider hiring a public officer or employee, followed by a regular session covering routine consent items, reports, and bids. The council will review the ETS annual report, a rental agreement with Knife River, bids for a new fire chief pickup and bucket truck, a letter to the Idaho PUC, and a fleet leasing agreement, plus discuss recent city events.

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✓ Decided: Burley City Council approves fleet leasing and fire chief vehicle purchase

The City Council approved a master equity lease agreement with Enterprise for city trucks and the purchase of a new pickup for the Fire Chief. The council also approved a property rental agreement with Knife River and processed over $696,000 in bills and payroll.

Tue Jan 3, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss Boys & Girls Club, fire chief vehicle, and more

The Burley City Council will hold a special meeting with an executive session to discuss legal matters, followed by a regular session. The council will consider routine consent items, including approving minutes and paying bills totaling $600,987.28 and payroll of $384,387.08. They will also discuss the possibility of a Boys & Girls Club, purchase a new vehicle for the fire chief, approve a park use agreement for Wake in the Snake, and approve a change order for Bedke Blvd.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Bedke Blvd change order to reduce project cost

The City Council approved a change order for the Bedke Blvd project to remove concrete paving, reducing the cost from $2,469,852.16 to $1,855,978.87. The Council also approved a park use agreement for the 2023 Wake in the Snake event and processed routine bills and payroll.