Jerome public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Jerome City Council will consider two ordinances: one creating a Lot Line Adjustments chapter and another amending accessory‑use definitions, front porch setbacks, front lot width, front entrances, and fence rules. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes multiple payments, notably $451,231 to Idaho Site Works LLC for the Nez Perce to H St. sewer line project. Additional action items include a downtown revitalization project close‑out, purchase of a wastewater department jet/vac truck, and a temporary fireworks retail permit.

• Ordinance creating Title 16 Chapter 16.22 Lot Line Adjustments with an administrative approval process
• Ordinance amending municipal code sections 17.03.005, 17.14.020, 17.18.020, and 17.18.030 (accessory use, front porch setbacks, front lot width, front entrances, fence clarifications)
• Approval of $451,231 payment to Idaho Site Works LLC for App #4 Nez Perce to H St. sewer line project
• Approval of procurement of a Vactor 2100i Jet/Vac truck for the Wastewater Department
• Approval of temporary retail fireworks permit for David Long dba SBD Fireworks

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jerome Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a residential Planned Unit Development request from Centurion Engineers, Inc and a front‑yard variance request from Sara Cromer. The commission will also consider two ordinances: one creating Title 16 Chapter 16.22 for lot‑line adjustments, and another amending municipal code sections 17.03.005, 17.14.020, 17.18.020, and 17.18.030. Additional items include a design review for 1016 South Lincoln and routine consent‑agenda approvals.

• Public hearing for Centurion Engineers, Inc residential PUD request (parcels at North Birch & 10th Ave West and 328 8th Ave West)
• Public hearing and action on Sara Cromer front‑yard variance for a porch at 329 2nd Avenue East
• Consideration of ordinance creating Title 16 Chapter 16.22 for lot‑line adjustments
• Consideration of ordinance amending municipal code sections 17.03.005, 17.14.020, 17.18.020, 17.18.030
• Design review for 1016 South Lincoln

The Planning & Zoning Commission examined Centurion Engineers' Residential Planned Unit Development proposal, including the preliminary plat and final development plan. Staff reported the application was complete and recommended approval of the final development plan to the City Council. No vote or formal decision was recorded during the meeting.

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider a resolution to authorize a city agreement for planning, design, and construction management of the East Yakima Road improvement and the Lincoln/Yakima intersection projects. The meeting will also approve the minutes of the November 6, 2025 regular meeting, review and approve December 2025 claims, and review staff financial reports for November 2025. Additional agenda items include a legislative update and staff reports.

• Approve resolution to authorize City/URA agreement for planning, design, and construction management of E. Yakima Road improvement and Lincoln/Yakima intersection projects
• Approve minutes of the November 6, 2025 regular meeting
• Review and approve claims for December 2025
• Review and approve staff financial reports for November 2025
• Legislative update

City Council

The council will consider routine consent items, including approval of the November 18, 2024 meeting minutes, a $40,372.66 payment to Heglar Creek Electric LLC for Crossroads T&M, and the purchase of a 2022 Ford Transit Van for $28,668.50 for animal control. They will also vote on a city‑URA agreement to plan, design, and manage construction of the E. Yakima Road improvement and Lincoln/Yakima intersection projects. Additionally, they will approve an engineering services contract with Precision Engineering, LLC.

• Approve minutes of November 18, 2024 regular meeting (consent agenda)
• Approve $40,372.66 payment to Heglar Creek Electric LLC for Crossroads T&M (consent agenda)
• Approve $28,668.50 purchase of 2022 Ford Transit Van for Animal Control (consent agenda)
• Approve City/URA agreement for planning, design, and construction management of E. Yakima Road improvement and Lincoln/Yakima intersection projects (action item)
• Approve engineering services agreement with Precision Engineering, LLC (action item)

City Council

The Jerome City Council will discuss a de‑annexation request to take a 3.51‑acre parcel on the north side of 50 North Rd East out of the city boundary. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes several payments, the largest being $498,554.71 to Idaho Site Works LLC for an App #4 W Ave G line. Additional items are the purchase of a 2025 Ford Maverick for Code Enforcement at $28,254.00, approval of the Jerome Chamber of Commerce’s Christmas in the Park event, and adoption of Ordinance 1247 (Comprehensive Plan update and rezoning).

• De‑annexation request for RPJ00000175001 (3.51 acres) on north side of 50 North Rd East
• Approve payments including $498,554.71 to Idaho Site Works LLC for App #4 W Ave G line
• Approve purchase of a 2025 Ford Maverick for Code Enforcement ($28,254.00)
• Approve Jerome Chamber of Commerce’s Christmas in the Park event on Dec 6, 2025
• Adopt Ordinance 1247 (Comprehensive Plan update and rezoning) – Resolution No. 20‑25

The council voted unanimously to adopt a resolution removing the 3.51‑acre parcel (RPJ00000175001) containing corrals and shops north of 50 North Rd East from Jerome city limits. The motion was moved by Councilman Craig, seconded by Councilman Ross, and passed with all voting members in favor and no opposition. The council also approved the consent calendar items, including several payments and the purchase of a 2025 Ford Maverick, by unanimous vote.

• Approved de‑annexation of 3.51‑acre property (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific action items, hearings, or proposals are listed for decision or discussion.

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider several routine items on its consent calendar, including approval of meeting minutes, claims, and staff financial reports. The agency will also review and vote on Resolution No. 07-25, which authorizes the conveyance of agency real property to the Jerome Recreation District by quitclaim deed. Additional items include a legislative update and staff reports.

• Approve minutes of the August 7, 2025 regular meeting and August 27, 2025 special meeting
• Approve claims for November 2025
• Approve staff financial reports for October 2025
• Approve Resolution No. 07-25 to convey agency real property to the Jerome Recreation District by quitclaim deed
• Legislative update

The Urban Renewal Agency board approved the consent calendar, which included the August 7, 2025 meeting minutes, November 2025 claim payments, and October 2025 staff financial reports. The motion passed unanimously with all four commissioners voting aye. The proposed resolution to convey agency property to the Jerome Recreation District was discussed but no vote was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 3:38 p.m.

• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes (consent calendar) – unanimous
• Approved November 2025 claim payments: ICRMP $2,449.00; Elam & Burke Inc. $1,719.00; US Bank $2,050.00; Redevelopment Association of Idaho $2,600.00; Column Software $110.85 – unanimous
• Approved October 2025 staff financial reports – unanimous

City Council

The Jerome City Council will convene to approve the 2026 City of Jerome Benefits Package and a flashing beacon crosswalk light at Main Street and Fillmore. The meeting will also include the approval of the October 21, 2025 council minutes.

• Approve 2026 City of Jerome Benefits Package
• Approve purchase of flashing beacon crosswalk light at Main Street and Fillmore
• Approve minutes of October 21, 2025 regular meeting

The council approved the consent calendar, including the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It also approved the 2026 City of Jerome benefits package and related administration contracts, using a $25,000 wellness credit to offset the budget shortfall. Finally, the council approved the purchase of a pedestrian flashing beacon light for the Main Street and Fillmore intersection.

• Approved consent calendar and October 21 minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2026 benefits package and admin contracts (4-0)
• Approved purchase of pedestrian flashing beacon light at Main & Fillmore (4-0)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on a request to amend the Future Land Use Map, changing parcels RPJ18050030020A and RPJ18050030030A from commercial to residential. A draft resolution to amend the Comprehensive Plan and rezone the parcels from General Business (C‑2) to Residential 2 (R‑2) is listed as an action item. The meeting will also address a contract award decision for the MBR Blower replacement project and approve several vendor payments and lease agreements.

• Public hearing on rezoning parcels RPJ18050030020A and RPJ18050030030A (Lots 2 & 3, BLK 3 Upland Meadows Sub.) from commercial to residential
• Draft resolution to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map and ordinance rezoning the same parcels (action item)
• Approval of payments including Idaho Site Works LLC water line $648,170.27 and other vendor invoices
• Approval of lease/purchase agreements for a John Deere Skid Steer Loader and a John Deere Wheel Loader
• Decision on contract award or rejection of all bids for the MBR Blower replacement project (action item)

The Jerome City Council conducted a public hearing on a Future Land Use Map amendment and a rezoning request for parcels RPJ18050030020A and RPJ18050030030A, changing from General Business (C‑2) to Residential (R‑2). Staff presented the background, the Planning & Zoning Commission’s recommendation to approve, and the applicant’s testimony. Council members and residents discussed zoning compatibility, sewer service options, and potential impacts. The minutes do not show a vote or final action, so no decision was made at this meeting.

• Public hearing on rezoning request held (no vote recorded)

Community Spirit Committee

The Community Spirit Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action regarding a Trunk or Treat event on Main Street. The committee will also conduct a follow-up on the Carl Nellis Day of Service.

• Action item: Main Street Trunk or Treat
• Follow-up: Carl Nellis Day of Service

The Spirit Committee reviewed the recent Carl Nellis Day of Service, considered appointing former Mayor Dave Davis as its chair, and discussed logistics for the Main Street Trunk or Treat event. It also noted that Freedom Fest will carry over about $3,000 and that a $2,500 grant application was submitted. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and then consider a Special Use Permit request from Centurion Engineers, Inc. for a residential Planned Unit Development on parcels at the southwest corner of North Birch and 10th Avenue West and at 328 8th Avenue West. The commission will also hear and consider a de‑annexation request for a 3.51‑acre property north of 50 North Road East belonging to the Dennis Stauffer Estate. Additional items include a design review for 117 West Main Street, an update to the Planning and Zoning By‑Laws, and routine consent agenda items.

• Public hearing and consideration of Centurion Engineers' Special Use Permit for a residential PUD on parcels at North Birch & 10th Ave West and 328 8th Ave West
• Public hearing and consideration of a de‑annexation request for a 3.51‑acre property north of 50 North Rd East (Dennis Stauffer Estate)
• Design Review consideration for 117 West Main Street
• Discussion and possible amendment of Planning and Zoning By‑Laws
• Consent agenda items including minutes and several special‑use permit findings

The Jerome Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed a Special Use Permit application from Centurion Engineers for a residential Planned Unit Development on three parcels (the southwest corner of North Birch and 10th Ave West, and 328 8th Ave West). Staff presented zoning, density, and compliance details, and the applicant testified about the project layout, housing units, and infrastructure. Commissioners asked questions about lot sizes, sewer capacity, parking, and setbacks. No vote or formal decision was recorded at this meeting.

City Council

The Jerome City Council will hold a public hearing on vacating two industrial park parcels and will vote on consent items including a lease renewal with the Idaho Military Division and payments for construction and street vehicles. The council will also introduce ordinances, adopt a franchise agreement, and consider a liquor license application.

• Public hearing: Vacation of two parcels in Jerome Southeast Industrial Park
• Approve Renewal No. 8 to Lease Agreement with Idaho Military Division
• Approve payments: $143,576.02 for a backhoe loader and $73,850.00 for a streets department vehicle
• Ordinance 1245: Intermountain Franchise Agreement, Final Reading and Adoption
• Approve La Cierrita liquor license for on-premises consumption at 1034 N Lincoln

The council voted unanimously to approve Resolution No. 19‑25, vacating Lots 4 and 5 in the Jerome Southeast Industrial Park. The consent calendar items—including approval of the September 16 minutes, wastewater insurance, a lease renewal with the Idaho Military Division, and several equipment purchases—were also approved unanimously. The City Clerk declared Christopher Barber elected mayor and Jason Peterson and Bryan Craig elected council members, and consequently cancelled the November 4, 2025 municipal election.

• Approved Resolution No. 19‑25 vacating Lots 4 and 5 in Jerome Southeast Industrial Park (unanimous AYES: Ross, Craig, Peterson, Barber; NAYS: none)
• Approved consent calendar: September 16, 2025 minutes, wastewater facility insurance, Renewal No. 8 lease with Idaho Military Division, and equipment purchases totaling $390,? (American Construction Supply $11,179.05; Coastline Equipment $143,576.02; Con Paulos vehicles $73,850.00, $83,717.00, $51,965.00) (unanimous)
• Declared Christopher Barber elected mayor (four‑year term)
• Declared Jason Peterson elected council member (four‑year term)
• Declared Bryan Craig elected council member (four‑year term)
• Cancelled the November 4, 2025 municipal election because no additional candidates filed
• Motion to pass Resolution No. 19‑25 made by Councilman Barber, seconded by Councilman Craig (unanimous passage)
• Motion to approve consent calendar made by Councilman Barber, seconded by Councilman Craig (unanimous passage)

Community Spirit Committee

The Jerome Community Spirit Committee will meet on September 24, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. Items include a follow‑up on the Carl Nellis Day of Service and a discussion of a Main Street “Trunk or Treat” event as an action item. The agenda also provides time for citizen correspondence, staff reports, and setting the next meeting date.

• Follow‑up on Carl Nellis Day of Service
• Discussion and action on Main Street Trunk or Treat event
• Citizen correspondence and issues
• Staff reports
• Set next meeting date

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider special‑use permit requests for electronic message signs at 2151 South Tiger Dr. and 1225 South Lincoln. It will also hear a variance request to reduce a side setback at 401 6th Avenue East. Several design reviews and rezoning proposals, including a change from Light Industrial (M‑1) to Residential 3 (R‑3) at the southwest corner of North Birch and 10th Avenue West, will be considered. The meeting concludes with a consent agenda and routine items.

• Public hearing and action on Special Use Permit for Jerome County Sheriff’s Office at 2151 South Tiger Dr.
• Public hearing and action on Special Use Permit for Urgent Care of Idaho at 1225 South Lincoln
• Public hearing and action on Variance to reduce side setback at 401 6th Avenue East
• Consideration of rezoning from Light Industrial (M‑1) to Residential 3 (R‑3) at the southwest corner of North Birch and 10th Avenue West
• Design Review consideration for 124 East Main Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a Special Use Permit for the Jerome County Sheriff’s Office to install an electronic message display sign at 2151 South Tiger Drive, with conditions to follow city sign rules, obtain building and electrical permits, and comply with message restrictions. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Benjamin Reed, Shonna Fraser, and Paul Johnson voting aye and no nay votes. No decision was recorded for the separate request from Lytle Signs for Urgent Care of Idaho at 1225 South Lincoln.

• Approved Special Use Permit for Sheriff’s Office electronic sign at 2151 South Tiger Dr.; AYE: Ben Reed, Shonna Fraser, Paul Johnson; NAYE: none
• No recorded decision on Special Use Permit for Lytle Signs/Emergent Care electronic sign at 1225 South Lincoln

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request from Centurion Engineers, Inc. to change a parcel at the southwest corner of North Birch and 10th Avenue West from Light Industrial (M‑1) to Residential 3 (R‑3). The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving the September 2 meeting minutes and several contract payments totaling approximately $247,255. Additional action items include a second‑reading of an Intermountain Gas franchise agreement ordinance, a personnel policy manual update resolution, and approvals to sell surplus public‑works equipment, modify a water‑line change order, adopt an engineering services roster, and permit on‑premises liquor service at 1034 N Lincoln.

• Rezoning request by Centurion Engineers, Inc. for parcel RPJ13702340020A at N Birch & 10th Ave W from Light Industrial (M‑1) to Residential 3 (R‑3).
• Contract payments: Holley Construction Inc. $4,632.00 (trash pen at Southside Park); Idaho Site Works LLC $100,274.31 (App #2); J‑U‑B Engineers Inc. $42,708.46 (water distribution lead project); Stanley Associates Inc. $81,103.40 (App #6 Downtown); Winn & Co. Inc. $18,537.00 (gravel road base).
• Ordinance No. 1245 Intermountain Gas Franchise Agreement, second reading (Bill No. 730).
• Resolution No. 17‑25 Personnel Policy Manual Updates – Action Item.
• Approve sale of surplus public‑works vehicles and equipment by auction or scrap – Action Item.

The council voted unanimously to rezone the parcel at the southwest corner of North Birch and 10th Avenue West from Light Industrial (M‑1) to Residential 3 (R‑3). The council also approved the consent calendar, which includes multiple contractor and vendor payments, by unanimous vote. All four council members voted aye and no nays were recorded.

• Approved rezoning of parcel RPJ13702340020A to Residential 3 (unanimous AYES: Barber, Ross, Craig, Peterson; NAYS: none)
• Approved consent calendar items, including listed payments, (unanimous AYES: Barber, Ross, Craig, Peterson; NAYS: none)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several requests to change land use from industrial or commercial to residential. The body will also review a design request and a preliminary plat for a new subdivision phase.

• Design Review for 252 West Main Street
• Rezone request from Light Industrial (M-1) to Residential 3 (R-3) at North Birch and 10th Avenue West
• Residential preliminary plat for Becker Subdivision Phase 2 (approximately 30.55 acres)
• Future Land Use Map amendment from commercial to residential for Lots 2 and 3 BLK 3 Upland Meadows Sub.
• Rezone request from General Business (C-2) to Residential 2 (R-2) for Lots 2 and 3 BLK 3 Upland Meadows Sub.

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the design‑review request for 252 West Main Street, allowing the façade to be painted Umbra Red 1316 with white trim. The commission also approved the rezoning of the parcel at the southwest corner of North Birch and 10th Avenue West from Light Industrial (M‑1) to Residential 3 (R‑3). Both actions passed with a 3‑0 vote and no dissent.

• Approved design‑review for 252 West Main Street façade update (AyE: Reed, Schroeder, Johnson; NayE: none)
• Approved rezoning of parcel RPJ13702340020A from Light Industrial (M‑1) to Residential 3 (R‑3) (AyE: Reed, Schroeder, Johnson; NayE: none)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss amending the municipal code regarding accessory dwelling units. The body will also consider a franchise agreement with Intermountain Gas and revisions to Title 17.

• Public hearing on amending Municipal Code Section 17.14.010 and 17.03 regarding accessory dwelling units
• Bill No. 743 730: Ordinance No. 1245 Intermountain Gas Franchise Agreement
• Bill No. 742 729: Ordinance No. 1244 Title 17 Revisions
• Resolution No. 16-25 to repeal Resolution No. 15-08
• Discussion on Temporary Vendors and JMC 5.08 regarding Mobile Vendors

The council unanimously approved the minutes of the August 19 special meeting and suspended the rules to allow a single‑title reading of Ordinance 1244. After discussion, the council voted to table the proposed accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance (Ordinance 1244) until more information is received. The franchise renewal for Intermountain Gas Company (Ordinance 1245) was introduced and read for its first reading, but no adoption vote was taken.

• Approved August 19, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Suspended rules to read Ordinance 1244 by title only (unanimous)
• Tabled ADU ordinance (Ordinance 1244) pending further information (unanimous)
• Introduced franchise renewal for Intermountain Gas (Ordinance 1245) – first reading only

Urban Renewal Agency

The Jerome Urban Renewal Agency will hold a special meeting to decide on the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget and approve a resolution for annual appropriations. Commissioners will also consider a request for proposals for the Main Street and Lincoln property and hear a financing report from Clearwater Financial.

• Approve 2025-2026 Urban Renewal Agency budget
• Approve Resolution No. 06-25 for annual appropriations
• Approve Request for Proposals for Main Street and Lincoln property
• Review Clearwater Financial’s summary report on URA financing

The board unanimously adopted Resolution No. 06‑25, the annual appropriation resolution for fiscal year 2025‑26, approving the agency’s proposed budget. The board also unanimously approved the request for proposals for the Main Street/Lincoln property redevelopment. Both actions were approved by a 3‑0 vote with no dissent.

• Adopted Resolution No. 06‑25 annual appropriation (3‑0 unanimous)
• Approved RFP for Main Street/Lincoln property redevelopment (3‑0 unanimous)

City Council

The Jerome City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide on a $100,000 budget amendment for the current fiscal year and adopt the proposed budget for the next fiscal year. They will also vote on resolutions for forgone collections, fee increases, and a commemoration proclamation, along with approving routine payments and minutes.

• Amend FY2024-2025 budget by appropriating $100,000
• Adopt FY2025-2026 budget
• Approve $135,256.87 for W Avenue G water line (App #1)
• Approve $222,365.55 for Avenue A/Alder sidewalk project (App #5)
• Vote on Resolution No. 13-25 for forgone collections in FY2026

The Jerome City Council unanimously approved a proclamation recognizing the College of Southern Idaho's 60th anniversary. The council also approved the minutes of the August 4, 2025 special meeting and a series of vendor payments and claims presented on the consent calendar. All of these actions were adopted without recorded dissent.

• Adopted proclamation honoring CSI 60th anniversary (unanimous ayes)
• Approved minutes of the August 4, 2025 special meeting (consent calendar)
• Approved listed vendor payments totaling several hundred thousand dollars (consent calendar)
• Approved listed claims for various entities (consent calendar)

Community Spirit Committee

The Jerome Community Spirit Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss and take action on two grant-related items: the America250 in Idaho Celebration fund grant and the Carl Nellis Day of Service. The meeting will also include citizen correspondence, staff reports, and setting the next meeting date.

• America250 in Idaho Celebration fund grant (action item)
• Carl Nellis Day of Service (action item)
• Citizen Correspondence and Issues
• Staff Reports
• Set Next Meeting Date

The Spirit Committee reviewed the America250 celebration grant, which can provide up to $2,500 for community events, and noted the need for a City Council resolution. They also discussed the Carl Nellis Day of Service scheduled for September 6 at ICCU. A citizen reported dog waste in an empty lot on 1st Street, and the issue will be followed up. No formal actions or votes were taken.

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will meet to adopt a tentative budget for fiscal year 2025-26. The body will also review August 2025 claims and July 2025 financial reports.

• Adoption of FY2025-26 Tentative Budget
• Authorization of public hearing notice for August 27, 2025
• Approval of August 2025 claims
• Approval of July 2025 staff financial reports

The Urban Renewal Agency unanimously approved the consent calendar, including the July 3, 2025 minutes and August 2025 claim payments. The board also adopted the FY2025‑26 tentative budget and authorized the publication of the public‑hearing notice for August 27, 2025. Both actions passed with a 3‑0 vote and no opposition.

• Approved minutes of the July 3, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved August 2025 claims: City of Jerome $233,306.61; US Bank $282,025.00; Elam & Burke Inc. $8,490.80; Jerome Pacific Association $15,913.91; Column Software $227.25 (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved staff financial reports for July 2025 (unanimous 3‑0)
• Adopted FY2025‑26 tentative budget and authorized publication of the public‑hearing notice (unanimous 3‑0)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving the tentative 2025-26 Fiscal Year Budget and an amendment to the 2024-25 Fiscal Year Budget. If approved, a public hearing for both will be scheduled for August 19, 2025. The council will also review a purchase for the Public Works Department.

• Tentative 2025-26 Fiscal Year Budget
• Tentative amendment to the 2024-25 Fiscal Year Budget
• Purchase of a jet trailer for the Public Works Department
• Southern Idaho Coalition application for Hispanic Day at ICCU Park on September 28, 2025
• Community One application for BSU Tailgate at ICCU Park on October 4, 2025

The council unanimously approved the consent calendar items, including minutes of the July 15 meeting and two community events. Council members unanimously supported the Firefighter/MDA Fill the Boot Day proclamation. The purchase of a $100,000 jet trailer for the irrigation department was approved unanimously. The council also adopted the FY 2025‑26 tentative budget with a maximum appropriation of $41,832,089, authorizing notice of a public hearing.

• Approved consent calendar (minutes, Hispanic Day, BSU Tailgate) – unanimous (Ross, Craig, Peterson, Barber)
• Unanimous council support of Firefighter/MDA Fill the Boot Day proclamation
• Approved $100,000 jet trailer purchase – unanimous (Ross, Craig, Peterson)
• Adopted FY 2025‑26 tentative budget, max $41,832,089 – unanimous (Ross, Craig, Peterson, Barber)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding accessory dwelling units and commercial and industrial noise limitations. The body will also review a lot split and a sign height variance.

• Ordinance to define and set standards for accessory dwelling units
• Ordinance to set commercial and industrial noise levels, penalties, and appeals
• Lot split request from South Tiger Dr. LLC for property east of 800 blk East Ave I, J, and K
• Special Use Permit for Peyton Lookingbill to exceed sign height and size at 800 Dairy Drive

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend amendments to the municipal code for accessory dwelling units, passing the motion unanimously (3-0). The commission also voted to recommend amendments to commercial and industrial noise regulations, also passing unanimously (3-0). Both recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for final approval.

• Approved recommendation for accessory dwelling unit code updates (3-0)
• Approved recommendation for commercial/industrial noise code updates (3-0)

Community Spirit Committee

The Community Spirit Committee will hold a special meeting to review and take action on items related to Freedom Fest and the Carl Nellis Day of Service. The committee will also approve minutes from three previous special meetings.

• Follow-up discussion and action on Freedom Fest
• Discussion and action on Carl Nellis Day of Service
• Approval of May 14, June 11, and June 25, 2025 special meeting minutes

The Spirit Committee approved the minutes from the May 14, June 11, and June 25, 2025 special meetings. The motion was made by Will Ritter, seconded by Loralee McKee, and was carried. No other formal actions were taken; the remainder of the meeting consisted of discussions about Freedom Fest, Carl Nellis Day of Service, and upcoming community events.

• Approved May 14, June 11, and June 25, 2025 special meeting minutes (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2026 and the adoption of a Language Access Plan. The body is also considering the renewal of alcoholic beverage licenses and several project payments.

• Fiscal Year 2026 Preliminary Budget Presentation
• Resolution No. 12-25 Adoption of the Language Access Plan
• Payment to Stanley Associates Inc for downtown Avenue A/Alder project: $256,984.50
• Payment to J-U-B Engineers Inc for downtown revitalization: $79,668.40
• Renewal applications of Alcoholic Beverage Licenses for August 1, 2025 – July 31, 2026

The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included a series of routine payments and approvals for park events. It also adopted Resolution 12‑25, establishing the City’s Language Access Plan to provide translation services for limited‑English‑proficiency residents. Additionally, the council approved the pending alcohol‑license renewal applications, contingent on completion of paperwork, fees, and inspections.

• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Adopted Language Access Plan via Resolution 12‑25 (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol‑license renewals contingent on paperwork and inspections (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a lot split and a special use permit for building signs. The body will also review design requests for two properties on South Lincoln Avenue.

• Lot split request from South Tiger Dr. LLC for farm ground east of 800 block East Ave I, J, and K
• Special Use Permit request for 800 Dairy Drive to exceed maximum sign height and square footage
• Design Review for 209 South Lincoln Avenue
• Design Review for 2610 South Lincoln Avenue
• Special Use Permit for five studio units at 228 West Main Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a lot split request from South Tiger Dr. LLC for the property described as Jerome Unplatted Tax 2215519, with conditions and a unanimous 3‑0 vote. The commission also approved a Special Use Permit for building signs at 800 Dairy Drive, exceeding height and square‑footage limits, with conditions and a unanimous 3‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved lot split for South Tiger Dr. LLC property (3-0)
• Approved special use permit for signage at 800 Dairy Drive (3-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve minutes from a June 18 special meeting. The body will also review claims for July 2025 and financial reports for June 2025.

• Approval of June 18, 2025 special meeting minutes
• Review and approval of July 2025 claims
• Review and approval of June 2025 staff financial reports

The Urban Renewal Agency board unanimously approved the consent calendar. The approval included the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting, the July 2025 claim payments totaling $561,937.75, $4,000.75, $413,512.08 and $103.67, and the staff financial reports for June 2025. No dissenting votes were recorded.

• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous AYES: Cone, Fraser, Peterson)
• Approved July 2025 claim payments: City of Jerome $561,937.75; Elam & Burke Inc. $4,000.75; Actus Nutrition $413,512.08; Column Software $103.67 (unanimous)
• Approved staff financial reports for June 2025 (unanimous AYES: Cone, Fraser, Peterson)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to review expenditures and progress on the Idaho Community Development Block Grant for downtown revitalization. The council will also consider payments for sewer and downtown infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing on Idaho Community Development Block Grant downtown revitalization activities
• Payment of $144,067.50 to Idaho Site Works for Nez Perce to H St. Sewer Line project
• Payment of $270,638.85 to Stanley Associates Inc for URA Downtown Avenue A/Alder project
• Jerome 2020 Presentation

The Jerome City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included approving the minutes of the June 17 and June 24 meetings and two payments totaling $414,706.35 for the Nez Perce to H St. Sewer Line project and the URA Downtown Avenue A/Alder project. The council also unanimously added a public hearing item to the agenda to review the Idaho Community Development Block Grant downtown revitalization activities.

• Added public hearing agenda item on Idaho Community Development Block Grant (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 17, 2025 regular meeting and June 24, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment $144,067.50 to Idaho Site Works for Nez Perce to H St. Sewer Line project (unanimous)
• Approved payment $270,638.85 to Stanley Associates Inc for URA Downtown Avenue A/Alder project (unanimous)

Community Spirit Committee

The Community Spirit Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action regarding Freedom Fest. The meeting also includes time for citizen correspondence and staff reports.

• Action item: Discussion of Freedom Fest

The Spirit Committee agreed to allow the cheerleader coach to perform at the park during the 10th annual Freedom Fest. The road‑closure permit for the event has been signed, and the chair said a robot will mark vendor spaces at Veterans Park on Friday. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved cheerleader coach performance at Freedom Fest (agreement)
• Planned robot to mark vendor spaces at Veterans Park on Friday (intent)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the budget. No other action items are listed on the agenda.

• Budget Workshop discussion

The council met in a special session to discuss FY 2025/2026 budget priorities. No formal actions or votes were taken; the meeting served as a workshop to gather feedback. The city administrator said the final budget draft will be ready for council review by July 11, with a preliminary presentation on July 15 and hearings on August 4 and August 19.

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider a loan agreement to finance public improvements in the Area 4 Urban Renewal Project. The body will also review improvements for E. Yakima Drive and an audit report from the previous fiscal year.

• Resolution No. 05-25: Private sale of Revenue Allocation Bond to Umpqua Bank not to exceed $5,110,000.00
• Resolution No. 04-25: E. Yakima Drive Improvements
• Audit report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024
• Review and approval of claims for June 2025

The Urban Renewal Agency unanimously approved the consent calendar. It then unanimously adopted Resolution No. 04‑25, authorizing design, engineering, construction coordination and bonding for East Yakima Avenue and S. Lincoln intersection improvements. The board also unanimously approved the loan agreement and Resolution No. 05‑25, authorizing a private placement bond of $5,110,000 with Umpqua Bank to finance the project.

• Approved consent calendar (unanimous vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 04‑25 authorizing East Yakima Avenue improvements (unanimous vote)
• Authorized bonding for East Yakima Avenue project up to $5,110,000 (unanimous vote)
• Approved loan agreement and Resolution No. 05‑25 for private placement of $5,110,000 bond with Umpqua Bank (unanimous vote)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a garbage collection contract with PSI, Inc. and the naming of Jerome Southside Park. The body will also review liquor licenses for two businesses and temporary fireworks retail applications.

• Contract with PSI, Inc. for garbage collection services
• Naming of Jerome Southside Park
• Beer and wine consumption licenses for El Tarasco Carniceria and Tamaleria Sonora y Sus Tacos de Nada at 501 S. Lincoln
• Temporary fireworks retail applications for SBD Fireworks, TNT Fireworks, and Phantom Fireworks
• Payments including $136,070.00 to J-U-B engineers for Jerome Downtown Revitalization

The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including minutes, a car show permit, and several city payments. Councilman Craig moved, and the council unanimously approved the mayor to sign a new residential garbage collection agreement with PSI, Inc. that runs from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2030. No decision was made on the naming of Jerome Southside Park or the beer‑and‑wine license applications.

• Approved consent calendar (AYES: Ross, Craig, Peterson; NAYS: none)
• Approved new PSI, Inc. garbage collection contract (Oct 1 2025‑Sep 30 2030) (AYES: Ross, Craig, Peterson; NAYS: none)
• Approved application for Joe Mama’s Car Show at ICCU and Veteran’s Memorial Parks (unanimous)
• Approved listed city payments totaling multiple vendors (unanimous)

Community Spirit Committee

The Community Spirit Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss Freedom Fest. The committee will also review staff reports and set the date for the next meeting.

• Discussion and action item regarding Freedom Fest

The committee discussed funding, vendor participation, signage, and logistics for Freedom Fest, but no actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting concluded with scheduling the next meeting for June 25, 2025.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on special use permits for residential and automotive projects. The body will also discuss proposed changes to future land use and ordinance updates.

• Special Use Permit for five studio units at 228 West Main Street
• Special Use Permit renewal for automotive sales at 980 South Lincoln
• Front Yard Setback Variance for a porch at 748 18th Avenue East
• Design Review for 414 North Lincoln Avenue
• Findings for eight duplex units in Jerome Estates Subdivision

The Planning & Zoning Commission removed agenda items 5 and 6, approved a design review for Justin Miller’s building façade, approved the renewal of D.L. Evans Bank’s special use permit for automotive sales with conditions, and approved a front‑yard setback variance for Juan Caldera’s porch. All three motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote and no recorded opposition.

• Agenda items #5 and #6 removed (motion carried, unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved design review for 414 N. Lincoln Ave, Justin Miller (motion carried, unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved renewal of Special Use Permit for D.L. Evans Bank, 980 S. Lincoln Ave, allowing automotive sales with conditions (motion carried, unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved front‑yard setback variance for 748 18th Ave East, Juan Caldera (motion carried, unanimous 4‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a final plat for a 63-lot residential development. The council will also consider park reservations for the annual Freedom Fest celebration.

• Public hearing for JTMESC LLC request for a 63 Lot Residential Final Plat (20.46 acres) east of the new park on East Nez Perce
• Action item to approve South Fork Subdivision Final Plat
• Park reservation for Freedom Fest at ICCU and Veteran’s Memorial Parks on June 28, 2025
• Executive session to consider evaluation, dismissal, disciplining, or complaints regarding a public officer or employee

The council approved the final plat for the South Fork Subdivision on the condition that construction plans are approved and the city engineer signs off on moving Cynod Road. The motion passed unanimously with three ayes (Peterson, Ross, Craig) and no nay votes; Councilman Barber recused himself. The consent calendar items, including approval of the May 20 minutes and a park reservation for Freedom Fest, were also approved unanimously. The council entered executive session to consider personnel matters.

• Approved South Fork Subdivision final plat conditionally (AYES: Peterson, Ross, Craig; NAYS: none; Barber recused)
• Approved consent calendar items (minutes and park reservation) (AYES: Peterson, Ross, Barber, Craig; NAYS: none)
• Entered executive session to consider personnel evaluation (AYES: Peterson, Ross, Barber, Craig; NAYS: none)

City Council

The Jerome City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve routine items, including minutes, payments for city projects, and garbage collection proposals. The consent agenda includes payments totaling over $600,000 for infrastructure and equipment, while a resolution on rezoning will be introduced.

• Approve payments: Bullock Automation ($8,618.32), Control Engineers ($57,712.90), Frontier Precision ($4,400.00), and others totaling over $600,000
• Introduce Resolution No. 11-25 and Ordinance No. 1241 for rezoning (Bill 726)
• Approve ranking of garbage collection proposals
• Approve minutes from April 15 and May 6 meetings

The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which includes a series of city payments and claim reimbursements. The council also adopted Resolution No. 11‑25, approving Ordinance No. 1241 to rezone two parcels—changing Parcel 1 from Residential‑2 to Public/Semi‑Public and Parcel 2 from Public/Semi‑Public to Residential‑2. Both actions were recorded as official council decisions.

• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 11‑25 to rezone Parcel 1 to Public/Semi‑Public
• Adopted Resolution No. 11‑25 to rezone Parcel 2 to Residential‑2

Community Spirit Committee

The Jerome Community Spirit Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss follow-up on three community events: the Easter Egg Hunt, City Wide Cleanup, and Freedom Fest. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings. All listed items are action items requiring decisions.

• Approval of special meeting minutes from January 15, February 26, and April 9, 2025
• Follow-up discussion on Easter Egg Hunt
• Follow-up discussion on City Wide Cleanup
• Follow-up discussion on Freedom Fest

The Spirit Committee approved the special meeting minutes from January 15, February 26, and April 9, 2025 after a motion by Mr. Ritter and a second by Ms. Dovenmuehler. The motion was carried. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the committee discussed upcoming events but did not make decisions on them.

• Approved Jan 15, Feb 26, Apr 9 2025 special meeting minutes (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jerome Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider action on several special use permit renewals and new requests. Items include a renewal for automotive sales at two bank properties, a renewal for grazing cows at the cemetery district, a new permit for eight duplex units in Jerome Estates, a variance for a side yard setback on West Avenue E, and a design review. The commission will also discuss an update to the noise ordinance and approve consent agenda items including findings for a truck yard and a 100-unit multifamily housing project.

• New special use permit for eight duplex units on empty lots at northeast corner of Jerome Estates Subdivision (TKO Homes)
• Discussion and action on Noise Ordinance Update
• Variance to reduce side yard setback to 5 feet at 410 West Avenue E (Venigno Arinaga)
• Renewal of special use permit allowing six cows at cemetery pasture (Jerome Cemetery District)
• Consent agenda includes findings for a 100-unit multifamily housing project on approximately 15 acres east of Hovey Subdivision

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to renew Farmers Bank's Special Use Permit for automotive sales on 1441 South Lincoln Avenue, making the permit permanent with conditions on vehicle parking and compliance. The agenda was amended to move the DL Evans Bank public hearing to the bottom of the agenda. The commission also approved a permanent renewal of the Jerome Cemetery District's Special Use Permit for six cattle, with conditions on fencing and nuisance prevention.

• Approved Farmers Bank Special Use Permit renewal (permanent) – vote 4-0
• Amended agenda to move DL Evans Bank hearing to bottom – vote 4-0
• Approved Jerome Cemetery District Special Use Permit renewal for cattle (permanent until expansion) – vote 3-0

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning two parcels: a 7.55-acre lot from Residential 2 (R-2) to Public/Semi-Public (PS) for a new park, and a 20.46-acre lot from PS to R-2. Other action items include awarding contracts for the Gem Grant Project Tomato and the W. Avenue G Water Project, approving audited financial statements, considering a playground proposal for Jerome Southside Park, and discussing 2026 preliminary budget priorities.

• Public hearing on rezoning 7.55 acres (new park) from R-2 to PS and 20.46 acres from PS to R-2, both off East Nez Perce
• Potential approval of resolution to adopt ordinance for the rezones
• Contract award to 5J Excavation for Gem Grant Project Tomato
• Contract award to Idaho Site Works LLC for W. Avenue G Water Project
• Discussion on 2026 preliminary budget priorities

The council unanimously approved the City’s FY2024 audited financial statements. It also approved a draft resolution to rezone two parcels, adopted two proclamations, and authorized contract awards for the GEM Grant Project Tomato and a water‑line project. All actions were passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved draft rezoning resolution for two parcels (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar, including April 15 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024 audited financial statements (unanimous)
• Adopted Municipal Clerks Week proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted National Police Week proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved contract award to 5J Excavation for GEM Grant Project Tomato and authorized Mayor to sign (unanimous)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will meet to select a bank for financing projects in the Area 4 Revenue Allocation Area. The body will also review a playground proposal for the Area 5 park and a Highest and Best Use Analysis from Clearwater Financial.

• Resolution 03-25 to select a bank for Area 4 Revenue Allocation Area financing
• Bond counsel engagement letter with MSBT Law
• Highest and Best Use Analysis presentation by Clearwater Financial
• Playground proposal for Area 5 park
• Approval of May 2025 claims and April 2025 financial reports

The Jerome Urban Renewal Agency board unanimously approved Resolution 03‑25, selecting Umpqua Bank as the financing institution for approximately $5.61 million in revenue‑allocation bonds for the Area 4 project. The board also unanimously approved an engagement letter with MSBT Law for bond‑counsel services at a cost of $18,000. Earlier, the consent calendar—including approval of April 3 minutes, May 2025 claims, and April staff financial reports—was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent calendar (April 3 minutes, May 2025 claims, April staff reports) – unanimous (AYES: Cone, Peterson, Craig, Hess; NAYES: none)
• Approved Resolution 03‑25 selecting Umpqua Bank for $5.61 M financing – unanimous (AYES: Cone, Peterson, Craig, Hess; NAYES: none)
• Authorized agency staff to negotiate Bond Purchase Agreement with Umpqua Bank – part of Resolution 03‑25, unanimous
• Authorized publication of notice for private bond sale – part of Resolution 03‑25, unanimous
• Approved engagement letter with MSBT Law for bond‑counsel services ($18,000) – unanimous (AYES: Cone, Peterson, Craig, Hess; NAYES: none)

City Council

The City Council will consider several payments for downtown revitalization and infrastructure projects. The body will also introduce revisions to city titles and discuss the sale of a surplus fire engine.

• Payment of $124,199.20 to Stanley Associates for the URA Downtown project
• Payment of $57,993.45 to H.D. Fowler for Main/Lincoln streetscape
• Introduction of Ordinance 1240, Bill 725 regarding Title 8 and Title 10 Revisions
• Proposed sale of Fire Engine #104 as surplus via public auction
• Payment of $37,195.90 and $15,607.90 to J-U-B Engineers Inc. for downtown revitalization and water distribution lead project

The Jerome City Council approved the consent calendar, which included multiple city payments, by a unanimous vote. The council also adopted Ordinance 124 (Bill 725) revising Title 8 and Title 10 of the municipal code, again unanimously. Both actions were recorded as having no dissenting votes.

• Approved consent calendar (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved payment to Stanley Associates $124,199.20 (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved payment to Sitescapes Inc $6,595.00 (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved payment to Merrick & Co. $12,925.00 (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved payment to J‑U‑B Engineers Inc $37,195.90 and Water distribution $15,607.90 (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved payment to Integrity Pump Solutions Inc $12,323.00 (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved payment to H.D. Fowler $57,993.45 (unanimous 4‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 124 revising Title 8 and Title 10 of the municipal code (unanimous 4‑0)

Community Spirit Committee

The Community Spirit Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss and take action on three community events. These include the Easter Egg Hunt, City Wide Cleanup, and Freedom Fest.

• Easter Egg Hunt (action item)
• City Wide Cleanup (action item)
• Freedom Fest (action item)

The committee reviewed plans for the Easter Egg Hunt, the City Wide Clean‑Up on May 3, and the Freedom Fest, including sponsorships and vendor arrangements. They also discussed a Grand Opening for the new park and a possible community pep rally. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider action on two special use permits: one for a terminal truck yard and heavy equipment repair on East Yakima Avenue, and another for up to 100 multi-family housing units on approximately 15 acres east of the Hovey Subdivision. Commissioners will also discuss future land use maps and vote on a consent agenda that includes findings for several previously requested special use permits and a variance.

• Public hearing and action item for a Special Use Permit from Quadrant Investments LLC for a Terminal Truck Yard and Truck and Heavy Equipment Repair on pasture south of East Yakima Avenue between 715 East Yakima Avenue and 79 East 200 South.
• Public hearing and action item for a Special Use Permit from South Tiger Dr. LLC allowing multi-family housing (up to 100 units) on 15 acres east of 800 block East Ave I, J, and K (Hovey Subdivision), south of 821 East Ave H, and west of East Ave K cul-de-sac.
• Discussion of Future Land Use Maps as an action item.
• Consent agenda includes approval of March 11, 2025 minutes and findings for special use permits for vehicle sales at 975 South Lincoln Avenue, a duplex behind 117 East Ave A, livestock on Farmore Road, horses/goats at 1720 Green Acres Lane, and a variance for 308 East Avenue F.

The Jerome Planning & Zoning Commission voted 3‑0 to approve a Special Use Permit for Quadrant Investments LLC, on behalf of Dairy Farmers of America, to develop a terminal truck yard and heavy‑equipment repair facility at 815 East Yakima Ave. The approval includes conditions requiring compliance with all city, state and federal requirements, obtaining building and fire permits, and making the permit permanent. No commissioners voted against the motion.

• Approved Special Use Permit for Quadrant Investments LLC (DFA) at 815 East Yakima Ave (3‑0)
• Permit conditions: comply with all city department requirements, obtain building and fire permits, meet all city/state/federal regulations, and make the permit permanent

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will review a memorandum of understanding regarding the disposition and management of a park site and the CSI site. The body will also consider a developer's request for reimbursement of costs for a commercial/industrial park in Area 3.

• Resolution No. 02-25 regarding the disposition and management of Park Site and CSI Site
• Developer request for reimbursement of eligible costs for Commercial/Industrial Park (Area 3)
• Approval of April 2025 claims
• Approval of March 2025 staff financial reports

The board approved the consent calendar unanimously. It then passed Resolution No. 02-25, authorizing the Memorandum of Understanding between the agency, Jerome Recreation District, and the College of Southern Idaho, and permitting the conveyance of the park site. No decision was taken on the developer reimbursement request. All votes were unanimous.

• Consent calendar approved (unanimous AYES: Cone, Fraser, Hess)
• Resolution No. 02-25 approving MOU for park site and CSI partnership passed (unanimous AYES: Cone, Craig, Fraser, Hess)
• No decision made on reimbursement request for Summit Creek Development

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a sole source procurement resolution. The body will also consider routine consent items, including a payment for equipment and a fireworks display application.

• Resolution No. 10-25 regarding Sole Source Procurement
• Payment of $15,000 to Burks Tractor for Case 580SN Exchange
• Lantis Productions application for public display of fireworks
• Proclamation for Fair Housing Month, April 2025

The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including minutes of the March 18 meeting, a payment to Burks Tractor, and a fireworks display application. Council members unanimously supported the Fair Housing Month proclamation. The council also unanimously passed Resolution No. 10‑25, awarding Idaho Materials and Construction a $173,600 contract to build a gravity sewer line on N. Fir Street for the Harvest Creek Estates subdivision.

• Consent calendar approved (minutes, payment to Burks Tractor, fireworks) – unanimous (Peterson, Ross, Craig)
• Fair Housing Month proclamation supported – unanimous
• Resolution 10‑25 approved contract to Idaho Materials and Construction for gravity sewer line, $173,600 – unanimous (Peterson, Ross, Barber, Craig)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is holding a special meeting to review and adopt the Calendar Year Report of Activities. This report will be filed with the City Clerk and the State Controller’s Office as required by Idaho law.

• Resolution No. 01-25: Adopting the Calendar Year Report Activities and authorizing the legal notice of filing

The Board of Commissioners approved Resolution No. 01-25, adopting the 2024 Calendar Year Report of Activities and authorizing its filing with the City Clerk and Idaho State Controller. The motion to approve the resolution was made by Commissioner Craig, seconded by Commissioner Peterson, and passed unanimously (AYES: Fraser, Craig, Peterson; NAYES: none). No public comments were received on the report.

• Approved Resolution No. 01-25 adopting the 2024 annual report (unanimous AYES: Fraser, Craig, Peterson; NAYES: none)

City Council

The Jerome City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one establishing a Building Code Board of Appeals and another removing the requirement for a special use permit for chickens, poultry, and fowl. The consent agenda includes payments for downtown revitalization benches, sewer line improvements, and wastewater treatment equipment. Resolutions include mayoral appointments to the new appeals board and introduction of a rezone. Discussion items cover DOJ equitable sharing funds for the police department and a contract for the Freedom Fest fireworks show.

• Public hearing on ordinance establishing a Building Code Board of Appeals
• Public hearing on ordinance removing special use permit requirement for chickens and poultry
• Consent agenda: $6,595 down payment to Sitescapes Inc. for downtown revitalization benches
• Consent agenda: $12,478 to Keller Associates for Nez Perce to H St. Sewer Line project
• Resolution 08-25: introduction of a rezone (Ordinance 1239, Bill 724)

The Council adopted Ordinance 1237 establishing a Building Code Board of Appeals and Ordinance 1238 removing the special use permit requirement for keeping chickens, poultry, and fowl, replacing it with an administrative approval process. Both ordinances passed unanimously. The Council also approved the rezone of 18.29 acres at South Tiger Dr. and 300 South from Mixed Use to High-Density Business, and passed resolutions appointing board members and authorizing destruction of certain city records.

• Adopted Ordinance 1237 creating a Building Code Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1238 removing special use permit requirement for chickens, poultry, and fowl (unanimous)
• Approved rezone of 18.29 acres at South Tiger Dr. and 300 South from Mixed Use to High-Density Business (unanimous)
• Passed Resolution 07-25 appointing Jirawallop 'Eck' Senivongs, Douglas Perry, and Jamey Mower to the Building Code Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Passed Resolution 08-25 approving findings of fact for the rezone (unanimous)
• Passed Resolution 09-25 authorizing destruction of semi-permanent and temporary records (unanimous)
• Approved use of $2,105.11 in DOJ Equitable Sharing Funds for police body cameras (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Lantis Productions for 2025 Freedom Fest fireworks (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jerome Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and then vote on five special use permits, a variance, and two design reviews. Items include vehicle sales at 975 S Lincoln Ave, a duplex behind 117 E Ave A, livestock on Farmore Road, keeping horses and goats on Green Acres Lane, and a setback variance at 308 E Ave F. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and findings for previous permits.

• Special use permit for vehicle sales at 975 South Lincoln Avenue (Alfonso Piedra Moreno and Maria De Jesus Mejia Nieto)
• Special use permit for a duplex on the back parking lot behind 117 East Avenue A (Enrique Sandoval)
• Special use permit for livestock on cultivated farm ground north of Farmore Road (C&H Land & Investments)
• Special use permit for two horses and three goats at 1720 Green Acres Lane (Efrain Tellez and Sheyla Zuniga)
• Variance to decrease interior side setback at 308 East Avenue F (Cook Realty)

The Jerome Planning & Zoning Commission approved special use permits for vehicle sales at 975 South Lincoln Ave, a duplex behind 117 East Ave A, livestock on Farmore Road, and horses/goats at 1720 Green Acres Lane. It also approved a variance for an interior setback at 308 East Avenue F, a design review for the duplex, and a Dairy Queen façade update. The consent agenda, including findings for a commercial entertainment facility renewal and two sign permits, was approved.

• Approved Special Use Permit for vehicle sales at 975 South Lincoln Ave (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for a duplex behind 117 East Ave A (4-0)
• Approved Design Review for the duplex at 214 South Lincoln Ave (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for 6 head of livestock on Farmore Road (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for 2 horses, 2 female goats, 1 sheep at 1720 Green Acres Lane (4-0)
• Approved interior setback variance for Cook Realty at 308 East Avenue F (3-1)
• Approved exterior façade Design Review for Dairy Queen Grill & Chill (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including findings for Juan Gonzalez SUP renewal and sign permits for Today's Dental and Body Balance (4-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The agency will vote on contracts for the Nez Perce to H Street Sewer Line and Southside Park Restroom projects. They will also discuss a Memorandum of Understanding for Southside Park operations and consider financing for Area 4. Other action items include approving the preliminary annual report and an agreement amendment for Area 3.

• Approve contract award to Idaho Site Works for Nez Perce to H Street Sewer Line Project
• Approve contract award to Suburban Construction Management LLC for Southside Park Restroom Project
• Discussion and possible action on Memorandum of Understanding for Southside Park between Jerome Urban Renewal Agency, College of Southern Idaho, and Jerome Recreation District
• Approve Second Amendment to Agreement to Negotiate Exclusively (Area 3)
• Area 4 Financing discussion with Clearwater Financial

The Jerome Urban Renewal Agency approved several contracts and reports. It awarded a $2,684,185 contract to Idaho Site Works for the Nez Perce to H Street sewer line project and a $220,272 contract to Suburban Construction Management for the Southside Park restroom project. The board also approved the preliminary 2024 Calendar Year Report of Activities and a second amendment to the Area 3 exclusive negotiation agreement with AG Land Development, extending the negotiation period to December 9, 2025. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved consent calendar including March 2025 claims and February 2025 financial reports (4-0)
• Approved preliminary 2024 Calendar Year Report of Activities and scheduled public meeting for March 27, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved second amendment to Area 3 exclusive negotiation agreement with AG Land Development, extending negotiation period to December 9, 2025 (4-0)
• Awarded $2,684,185 contract to Idaho Site Works for Nez Perce to H Street sewer line project (4-0)
• Awarded $220,272 contract to Suburban Construction Management for Southside Park restroom project (4-0)
• Approved reimbursement to Starr Corp. for removal of blue shed on CSI property (cost approx. $15,000) (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a request from Gateway Properties LLC to rezone farmland at the northwest corner of South Tiger and 300 South from Mixed Use (MU) to High-Density Business (C-3). Following the hearing, the council may vote to draft an ordinance enacting the rezone. Other action items include awarding contracts for the Nez Perce to H Street Sewer Line Project and the Southside Park Restroom Project.

• Public hearing and possible vote on rezone of 18.29 acres at South Tiger and 300 South from MU to C-3
• Approve contract award for Nez Perce to H Street Sewer Line Project
• Approve contract award to Suburban Construction Management LLC for Southside Park Restroom Project
• Proclamation for 53rd Anniversary of the National Senior Nutrition Program
• Consent agenda includes approval of February 18, 2025 meeting minutes

The Jerome City Council approved a rezone of 18.29 acres from Mixed Use to High-Density Business, and awarded two construction contracts: a $2,684,185 sewer line project and a $220,272 restroom project. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved the consent calendar and a proclamation for Senior Nutrition Month.

• Approved rezone of 18.29 acres to High-Density Business (unanimous)
• Approved $2,684,185 sewer contract to Idaho Site Works (unanimous)
• Approved $220,272 restroom contract to Suburban Construction (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including Feb 18 minutes (unanimous)
• Proclaimed March 2025 as Senior Nutrition Program anniversary (unanimous)

Community Spirit Committee

The Jerome Community Spirit Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on three community events: the Easter Egg Hunt, City Wide Cleanup, and Freedom Fest. The agenda also includes citizen correspondence and a general discussion period. No fiscal or policy items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of Easter Egg Hunt (action item)
• Discussion of City Wide Cleanup (action item)
• Discussion of Freedom Fest (action item)
• Citizen correspondence and issues
• Staff reports and setting next meeting date

The committee discussed and finalized plans for the April 19 Easter egg hunt, May 3 city-wide cleanup, and Freedom Fest, with no formal votes taken. Donations and volunteer roles were confirmed, and the fireworks show was approved to be held at the high school.

• Easter egg hunt set for April 19 with 15,000 eggs, breakfast 8:30-10am, siren at 10am
• City-wide cleanup scheduled for May 3 at 9am, with trash bags provided and public works pickup
• Fireworks show approved at high school, with track unavailable but stands and fields open
• Vendor booth agreements for Freedom Fest are being collected, with carryover of ~$5,247

City Council

The Jerome City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 18, 2025, at Council Chambers (100 East Ave. A). The agenda includes a consent agenda with routine approvals such as minutes, park reservations, and payments for wastewater and water projects totaling over $170,000. The council will also discuss and possibly vote on building repairs at the Jerome Senior Center, a DEQ consent order, and several other action items.

• Approve payments totaling $51,893.64 to Control Engineers PA for SCADA Ignition Upgrades at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approve payments totaling $29,000.00 to Integrity Pump Solutions for Sulzer Pump at Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approve payment of $2,960.00 to Bullock Automation and Electric for new 10th Street Well project
• Approve payment of $64,467.43 to J-U-B Engineers Inc. for Water Distribution Lead Project
• Approve payment of building repairs at the Jerome Senior Center

The council unanimously approved Resolution 05-25 and adopted Ordinance 1236 to annex a 9.94-acre parcel south of 200 South between 715 East Yakima Ave. and 79 East 200 South, zoning it C-3 (High-Density Business). They also approved the consent calendar, including claims and payments, and passed resolutions appointing board members and approving the DEQ consent order, senior center repairs, a blower pre-purchase, and a pavement marking grant.

• Approved Resolution 05-25 and Ordinance 1236 to annex 9.94 acres and zone C-3 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including claims and vendor payments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 06-25 appointing members to boards and committees (unanimous)
• Approved $9,650.78 for Senior Center building repairs (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's signature on DEQ Consent Order ID-2024-0026 (unanimous)
• Approved $229,832 pre-purchase of Aerzen AT-300 Turbo blower (unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 LHTAC Thermoplastic Pavement Marking Materials Grant (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jerome Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider action on three special use permit requests: renewal for a commercial entertainment facility at 160 West Main Street, an electronic message display sign for Today's Dental at 138 Country Lane, and signage exceeding 200 square feet for Body Balance at 1225 South Lincoln Avenue. Also on the agenda is a design review for the Dairy Queen Grill and Chill at 505 South Lincoln Avenue. The consent calendar includes findings for a 23-lot industrial subdivision and a rezone from Mixed Use to High-Density Business on 18.29 acres.

• Public hearing and action on Juan Gonzalez's Special Use Permit renewal for a commercial entertainment facility (indoors) at 160 West Main Street
• Public hearing and action on Lytle Signs/Today's Dental's Special Use Permit for an electronic message display sign at 138 Country Lane
• Public hearing and action on Body Balance's Special Use Permit for signage exceeding 200 square feet at 1225 South Lincoln Avenue
• Design review for Dairy Queen Grill and Chill exterior façade at 505 South Lincoln Avenue
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes, plus findings for a 23-lot industrial subdivision near South Tiger Drive and East Yakima Avenue, and a rezone from MU to C-3 on 18.29 acres at South Tiger and 300 South

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved three special use permits: renewal for Juan Gonzalez's indoor commercial entertainment facility at 160 West Main Street, an electronic message display sign for Today's Dental at 138 Country Lane, and signage exceeding 200 square feet for Body Balance at 1225 South Lincoln Avenue. The commission also approved the consent agenda, which included findings for a 23-lot industrial subdivision, a rezone to C-3, and a front yard setback variance. A design review for Dairy Queen was tabled.

• Approved special use permit renewal for commercial entertainment facility at 160 W Main St (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for electronic message display sign at 138 Country Ln (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for signage exceeding 200 sq ft at 1225 S Lincoln Ave (4-0)
• Tabled exterior façade design review for Dairy Queen at 505 S Lincoln Ave (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including findings for 23-lot industrial subdivision, rezone to C-3, and setback variance (4-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Jerome Urban Renewal Agency will meet to review financial reports and claims. The body will discuss a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the operation and maintenance of the Jerome Southside Park.

• Discussion of Memorandum of Understanding between Jerome Urban Renewal Agency, College of Southern Idaho, and Jerome Recreation District for Jerome Southside Park
• Approval of January 9, 2025 special meeting minutes
• Review and approval of February 2025 claims
• Review and approval of January 2025 staff financial reports

The Jerome Urban Renewal Agency reviewed a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Southside Park involving the College of Southern Idaho and the Jerome Recreation District, but took no formal action. The board also received updates on legislative matters and staff reports on various projects, including the Main/Lincoln project and the CSI building. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, claims, and financial reports (unanimous)
• Reviewed draft MOU for Southside Park; no action taken
• Discussed legislative updates; no action taken
• Received staff reports on projects; no action taken

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on a final plat re-approval for Harvest Creek Subdivision Phase I, adding 26 residential lots on farmland near North Lincoln Ave and 16th Ave West. Other action items include approving payments for wastewater digester repairs ($19,822.18) and booster control programming ($2,645), a resolution setting 2025 irrigation assessments, and discussing a county fiber project.

• Public hearing and action on final plat for 26-lot Harvest Creek Subdivision Phase I
• Approval of $19,822.18 payment to Daggett Control Company for digester repairs at wastewater plant
• Approval of $2,645 payment to Bullock Automation and Electric for Booster Control programming
• Resolution 04-25 setting irrigation assessments for 2025
• Discussion on design/construction of Jerome County underground fiber project

The Jerome City Council conditionally approved Phase I of the Harvest Creek Subdivision (26 residential lots) pending updated construction drawings, approved the design and construction of Jerome County's Underground Fiber Project, and passed Resolution No. 04-25 setting the 2025 irrigation assessment estimate at $210,605.91. All votes were unanimous (4-0). The council also approved the consent calendar and declared two surplus items for scrap.

• Approved Harvest Creek Subdivision Phase I final plat (26 lots) conditionally (4-0)
• Approved Jerome County's Underground Fiber Project design and construction (4-0)
• Passed Resolution No. 04-25 setting 2025 irrigation assessment estimate at $210,605.91 (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $19,822.18 digester repair payment and $2,645.00 booster control payment (4-0)
• Declared 1992 GMC PK Sierra and Toro Workman 3200 as surplus for scrap (4-0)

City Council

The Jerome City Council is holding a special meeting on January 30, 2025, to conduct a workshop and discussion on a salary/payroll model. No votes are required at this meeting, but the item is listed as a possible action item under Idaho Code.

• Salary/Payroll Model Workshop/Discussion

The City Council met in a special session to discuss the city's salary and payroll model, with staff presenting an overview of the current market-driven compensation structure. Extensive discussion covered topics such as a recommended 2% salary table shift, cost-of-living adjustments, and wage comparisons with neighboring cities. No formal decisions or votes were taken on salary changes; the meeting was informational only.

• Adjourned special meeting at 12:45 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the annexation and initial zoning of a pasture south of 200 South. The meeting also includes approvals for wastewater treatment plant upgrades and a franchise agreement with Idaho Power.

• Annexation and initial zoning of 9.4 acres south of 200 South for Quadrant Investments LLC
• Payment of $609,972.00 to Kubota Membrane USA Corp for Wastewater Treatment Plant modules
• Payment of $12,946.25 to Control Engineers PS for SCADA Ignition upgrade
• Final reading and adoption of Ordinance 1234 (Bill No. 719) for Idaho Power Franchise Agreement
• Change order for Peterson Brothers Construction regarding the 10th Avenue Water Tank Project

The Jerome City Council approved the annexation of 9.4 acres with C-3 zoning, adopted a 20-year electric franchise with Idaho Power, approved a sole-source blower purchase, rezoned a property to C-2, and approved a change order for the 10th Avenue Water Tank project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved annexation of 9.4 acres with C-3 zoning (unanimous)
• Adopted 20-year Idaho Power franchise (unanimous)
• Approved sole-source purchase of Aerzen AT300 blower (unanimous)
• Rezoned 1035 N. Lincoln Ave from M-1 to C-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Fifth Amendment to New Cingular Wireless lease (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order 01 for 10th Ave Water Tank, $107,660.47 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including $609,972 for Kubota membrane modules (unanimous)

Community Spirit Committee

The Jerome Community Spirit Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on three upcoming community events: Freedom Fest, the Carl Nellis Day of Service, and the Easter Egg Hunt. The committee will also approve minutes from August and October 2024. No fiscal decisions or contracts are on the agenda.

• Approval of special meeting minutes from August 21 and October 23, 2024
• Discussion and action on Freedom Fest
• Discussion and action on Carl Nellis Day of Service
• Discussion and action on Easter Egg Hunt

The committee approved a $14,500 contract with Lantis Fireworks and Lasers for Freedom Fest, set for June 28, 2025, from 3-9 p.m. They also scheduled the Carl Nellis Day of Service for September 6, 2025, and discussed the Easter Egg Hunt on April 19. Minutes from August and October 2024 were approved.

• Approved minutes for Aug 21 and Oct 23, 2024 special meetings
• Approved $14,500 contract with Lantis Fireworks and Lasers for Freedom Fest
• Set Freedom Fest for June 28, 2025, 3-9 p.m.
• Set Carl Nellis Day of Service for September 6, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on three requests: a 23-lot industrial subdivision on 153 acres, a rezone of 18.29 acres from Mixed Use to High-Density Business, and a front yard setback variance. They will also discuss zoning code updates and 2025 meeting dates, and consider consent agenda items including findings for previous approvals.

• 23-lot industrial subdivision by Hay Boomer LLC on 153 acres at northeast corner of South Tiger Drive and East Yakima Avenue
• Rezone from Mixed Use (MU) to High-Density Business (C-3) on 18.29 acres at northwest corner of South Tiger Drive and 300 South by Gateway Properties LLC
• Front yard setback variance request by Jeff Couch for 1012 23rd Avenue East
• Discussion of zoning code update
• Consent agenda includes findings and conclusions for annexation, commercial subdivision, lot split, and rezone from previous meetings

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat for a 23-lot industrial subdivision on 153 acres at the northeast corner of South Tiger Drive and East Yakima Avenue, despite resident concerns about buffers and traffic. The commission also recommended approval of a rezone for 18.29 acres at South Tiger and 300 South from Mixed Use to High-Density Business, and approved a 3.5-foot front yard setback variance for a home under construction at 1012 23rd Avenue East. The consent agenda, including findings for several prior applications, was approved unanimously.

• Approved 23-lot industrial subdivision preliminary plat (3-0, Reed abstained)
• Recommended approval of rezone from MU to C-3 for 18.29 acres at South Tiger and 300 South (4-0)
• Approved 3.5-foot front yard setback variance for 1012 23rd Avenue East (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including findings for Quadrant Investments annexation, Summit Creek subdivision, Fran Florence lot split, and Summit Springs rezone (4-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is holding a special meeting to handle administrative tasks. The body will review financial reports and claims for January 2025.

• Approval of December 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review and approval of January 2025 claims
• Review and approval of December 2024 staff financial reports

The Jerome Urban Renewal Agency held a special meeting on January 9, 2025, and approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from the December 5, 2024 meeting, claims for January 2025, and staff financial reports for December 2024. The board also received updates on various projects, including the Main Street reconstruction, the CSI property exchange, and the Idaho Milk Products ice cream plant, but took no other formal actions.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, claims, and financial reports (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone a property at 1035 North Lincoln Avenue from Light Industrial (M-1) to General Business (C-2). The council may also vote on a resolution to adopt an ordinance for that rezone. Other business includes a second reading of an Idaho Power franchise agreement, updates to policing policies, a six-month extension for a subdivision final plat, and presentations on a fiber backhaul project and the city salary model.

• Public hearing on Summit Springs LLC rezone request for 1035 North Lincoln Avenue from M-1 to C-2
• Action item: approve draft resolution to rezone the parcel
• Bill No. 719 – Idaho Power Franchise Agreement, second reading
• Resolution No. 01-25 – Policing Policy Manual updates
• Discussion on six-month extension to record Godoy Subdivision Final Plat

The Council unanimously approved a resolution to rezone a parcel at 1035 North Lincoln Avenue from Light Industrial (M-1) to General Business (C-2), following a public hearing with no testimony. They also approved a six-month extension for recording the Godoy Subdivision final plat, adopted the 2024 Idaho Policing Policy Manual with supplements, and approved the consent calendar. The ETS Fiber Backhaul project was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved rezoning of 1035 North Lincoln Avenue from M-1 to C-2 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including December 17, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-25 adopting 2024 Idaho Policing Policy Manual with supplements (unanimous)
• Approved six-month extension to record Godoy Subdivision final plat (unanimous)