Fruitland public meetings in 2022
35 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Fruitland City Council meeting scheduled for December 26, 2022, has been cancelled due to a scheduling conflict with the Christmas holiday. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Meeting cancellation due to Christmas holiday scheduling conflict
Planning Zoning
The Fruitland Planning and Zoning Commission approved a two-year temporary hardship permit for Evie Lynne to reside in a travel trailer at 420 S. Whitley Drive. The commission also heard testimony on Apex Land Group's proposed Aspen Meadows subdivision annexation and plat, but deferred a recommendation to the city council pending a public hearing on a development agreement. The Bouma USA applications for Treasure Valley Classical Academy were withdrawn by the applicant.
- Approved temporary use (hardship) permit for Evie Lynne to reside in a travel trailer at 420 S. Whitley Drive for two years
- Deferred recommendation on Apex Land Group's annexation, zone designation, and preliminary plat for Aspen Meadows Subdivision (14.9 acres, 51 lots) in the North 2110 Block of E. 1st Street
- Bouma USA withdrew applications for conditional use permit, variance, and development agreement for Treasure Valley Classical Academy
- Heard public testimony from adjacent property owners Clinton and Annie Marshall regarding Aspen Meadows impacts
City Council
The Fruitland City Council held a regular meeting, approving routine reports from various departments and a memorandum of understanding with Boise State University for free managed security services. The council also approved November bills and closed City Hall for a staff Christmas party.
- Approved MOU with Boise State University for free cybersecurity services
- Approved November 2022 police, fire, public works, building, technology, and ambulance activity reports
- Approved November 2022 bills
- Closed City Hall at noon on December 23, 2022 for staff Christmas party
City Council
This is a special meeting of the Fruitland City Council, held as a workshop for the Area of Impact Negotiations Committee. The agenda contains no other items beyond this workshop purpose.
- Special meeting at Payette County Courthouse, 1130 3rd Avenue North, Payette, ID
- Workshop for Area of Impact Negotiations Committee
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved several professional service agreements, including a $99,750 comprehensive plan update and $66,585 for design of W. 1st Street railroad crossing improvements. They also approved funding for police, ambulance equipment, and a walking path bollard, and discussed displaying veterans flags downtown.
- Approved $99,750 agreement with J-U-B Engineers for Comprehensive Plan Update
- Approved $66,585 design services for W. 1st Street Railroad Track Crossing improvements
- Approved $5,000 for Michael Vaughan investigation expenses
- Approved $10,196 change order for 2023 ambulance chassis
- Approved $8,127.82 for 5 McGrath video laryngoscopes
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved moving forward with an application to the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC) for the Pennsylvania Avenue Project, with a 7.34% local match and a January 12, 2023 deadline. The council also approved a five-year equipment lease for police computers and body cameras, a state agreement for the W. 1st Street railroad crossing, and several department reports. Items tabled or deferred for future discussion include a water/sewer service agreement for Treasure Valley Classical Academy and a resident's request to close a walking path on Shamrock Court.
- Approved LHTAC application for Pennsylvania Avenue Project (7.34% local match)
- Approved 5-year equipment lease with Huntington Technology Finance for police computers and body cameras
- Approved State and Local Agreement with Idaho Transportation Department for W. 1st Street railroad crossing (Resolution No. 2202-09)
- Tabled water & sewer service agreement for Treasure Valley Classical Academy
- Discussed closing walking path at Shamrock Court due to unauthorized vehicle use
City Council
The Fruitland City Council held a regular meeting, approving minutes, reports, and several resolutions. They tabled a request from Treasure Valley Classical Academy for water and sewer services before annexation, and reviewed proposed Payette County impact fees without taking action. The council also discussed traffic improvements at NW 16th Street and US HWY 95, and tabled a police equipment lease for further review.
- Public hearing on new administrative fee for infrastructure reimbursement collection; no testimony, closed
- TVCA annexation and water/sewer service request tabled for formal contract
- Proposed Payette County impact fees reviewed (e.g., single-family $2,292 combined)
- Resolution 2022-08-Latecomer Collection Fee adopted
- $100 gift cards for all full-time employees, Mayor, and Council approved
City Council
The Fruitland City Council meeting scheduled for October 10, 2022 has been cancelled due to a scheduling conflict with the Columbus Day holiday. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled due to Columbus Day holiday scheduling conflict
City Council
The Fruitland City Council held a special meeting as the Area of Impact Negotiations Committee to review zoning definitions and issues where city and county zoning do not match in the impact area. No decisions were made, and members agreed to continue the discussion at the next meeting on November 7, 2022.
- Reviewed zoning definitions and city-county zoning mismatches in the impact area
- No decisions made; discussion to continue November 7, 2022
City Council
The Fruitland City Council will consider several action items, including a recommendation from the Planning & Zoning Commission to change the comprehensive plan designation for PAR Repair Inc. at 8075 N. Pennsylvania Avenue from Residential to Commercial-2. The council will also vote on requests for open air markets, road closures, and other administrative matters.
- Comprehensive plan change for PAR Repair Inc., 8075 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, from Residential to Commercial-2
- Open air market requests: Vintage Bunkhouse (241 SW 3rd Street) and Fruitland High School (501 S Iowa Avenue)
- Road closure request by Shippy Land & Tree on S. Colorado Avenue
- Road closure request for Trunk or Treat and Christmas on Main Street by Fruitland Chamber of Commerce
- Property disposal request for a 2013 Dodge Charger
City Council
The Fruitland City Council is holding a special meeting as an Area of Impact Negotiations Committee workshop. The agenda contains no other items, so the meeting is limited to this single discussion topic.
- Special meeting held at Payette County Courthouse, 1130 3rd Avenue North, Payette, ID
- Workshop on Area of Impact negotiations
City Council
The Fruitland City Council held a regular meeting, approving routine department reports and minutes. The council also approved writing off $44,213.17 in uncollectible utility accounts from 2009-2021, and directed the city attorney to draft a resolution for a 10% collection fee on future latecomer agreements. No decision was made on a draft Spring Fair agreement.
- Approved write-off of $44,213.17 in uncollectible utility accounts from 2009-2021
- Directed city attorney to draft resolution for 10% collection fee on latecomer agreements
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-07 authorizing destruction of semi-permanent public records
- Approved disposal of outdated computers, tablets, printers and equipment
- Cancelled October 10, 2022 City Council meeting for Columbus Day
City Council
The Fruitland City Council is holding a special meeting for an Area of Impact Negotiations Committee workshop. The agenda contains no other items and is limited to this single discussion topic.
- Area of Impact Negotiations Committee workshop
City Council
The Fruitland City Council will hold public hearings on the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget and proposed increases to water and sewer hookup fees, water service line fees, and bulk water fees. The council will also consider a conditional use permit for Treasure Valley Classical Academy at 6905 Highway 95, approve the appropriations ordinance and utility fee resolution, and review the July 2022 finance report. An executive session is scheduled for potential litigation.
- Public hearing on 2022-2023 fiscal year budget
- Public hearing on utility fee increases (water & sewer hookup, water service line, bulk water)
- Conditional use permit for Treasure Valley Classical Academy at 6905 Highway 95
- Ordinance No. 695-2022-2023 appropriations
- Resolution No. 2022-06 public utility fees
City Council
The Fruitland City Council held a special meeting as the Area of Impact Negotiations Committee to review the first draft of proposed Chapter 19 on Oil and Gas Operations. They agreed to add language clarifying that existing oil and gas wells in the impact area are governed by Payette County Code, and to adjust the permit issuance process. They also scheduled future meetings to discuss administrative splits, zoning definitions, development standards, and fire protection.
- Reviewed first draft of proposed Chapter 19 - Oil and Gas Operations
- Agreed to add subsection D to 10-19-4: existing wells governed by Payette County Code Title 8, Chapter 20
- Listed existing wells: Barlow #2-14 (USWN11-075-20-036) and Barlow #1-14 (USWN11-075-20-033)
- Agreed to changes in subsection C of 10-19-6: permit issuance within 21 days after complete application
- Scheduled future meetings: Aug 29 (Administrative Split and Development Rights), Sep 19 (Zoning Definitions), Oct 3 (Development Standards), Nov 7 (Fire Protection)
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved moving forward with the West 1st Street railroad crossing improvements, contingent on a State & Local Agreement with the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD). The council also accepted a $181,367.56 state grant for new paramedic and EMT positions, and approved routine department reports and bills.
- Approved West 1st Street railroad crossing improvements; ITD offers $200,000 for improvements and $100,000 for engineering; design cost estimated at $66,585
- Accepted Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Workforce Development Grant of $181,367.56 for new Paramedic and EMT position
- Approved July 2022 Police, Fire, Public Works, Building, Technology, and Ambulance activity reports
- Scheduled 2022 Fire Fighters Annual Appreciation Banquet for September 23, 2022 at Creekside Ranch
- Approved July 2022 bills
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved routine reports, a favorable recommendation for a kennel conditional use permit, a temporary street closure, and set public hearings for August 22 on water/sewer fee increases and the 2022-2023 budget. A $2,500 website funding request was tabled, and railroad crossing improvements were tabled for more information.
- Favorable recommendation to Payette County for kennel conditional use permit at 6325 HWY 95
- Approved temporary closure of Iowa Avenue from SW 3rd Street to alley on Sept 30, 2022
- Tabled $2,500 funding request from Fruitland Alma Mater for website
- Scheduled Aug 22 public hearing for water/sewer hookup fee increases
- Tentatively adopted 2022-2023 budget, public hearing Aug 22
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved a comprehensive plan amendment and rezone for 414 S. Colorado Avenue from Single Family Residential to Multi-Family Residential, allowing the owner to replace a single-family home with a new duplex. The council also approved several contracts, fee waivers, and routine reports, and reviewed the proposed 2022-2023 budget for tentative adoption at the next meeting.
- Rezone to Multi-Family Residential at 414 S. Colorado Avenue
- Approved $101,620 Scope of Services for Water System Master Plan
- Waived $2,500 sewer capacity fee for I84 Rest Area project
- Approved bids for S. Iowa Avenue Child Pedestrian Safety Project
- Adopted Ordinance No. 694 amending Peddlers/Solicitors rules
City Council
The Fruitland City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a workshop for developing the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, the budget workshop, and adjournment as an action item.
- Special meeting for FY 2022-2023 budget workshop
- Adjournment as an action item
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved minutes, reports, and several event requests, including a favorable recommendation to Payette County for a commercial zoning change. They also discussed food truck regulations, accepted subdivision improvements, and entered executive session for personnel and litigation matters, resulting in termination of an employment agreement.
- Favorable recommendation for Jerry Dickerson, LLC comprehensive plan change from Rural Residential to Commercial for 1805-1825 NW 1st Street, with stipulation to follow Fruitland City Standards
- Approved park reservation for charity 5k run at Fruitland Community Park on August 20, 2022
- Waived permit requirements for National Night Out at Mesa Park on August 2, 2022
- Approved temporary street closure for West Valley Church's Steaks & Rods event on September 11, 2022
- Accepted Zellers Crossing Subdivision No. 3 & 4 improvements and released one-year warranty
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved a temporary license for a food truck and instructed staff to amend city code regarding peddler permits. The council authorized the receipt of $583,556 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, identifying the construction of a new police station as a high priority for these funds. Additionally, the council approved road closures for the Fruitland Family Fun Days and an open-air market at the Black Cow Brand.
- Authorization to cash receipt $583,556 in ARPA funding into the General Fund, with new police station construction identified as a high priority
- Approval of a temporary six-month food truck license without a specified location, contingent on property owner permission
- Instruction to City Attorney to develop an amendment to Title 3, Chapter 6 of the Fruitland City Code regarding peddler/solicitor permits
- Approval of road closures on SW 3rd Street and S. Kansas Avenue for the Fruitland Family Fun Days on September 10, 2022
- Approval of an Open Air Flea Market at the Black Cow Brand (805 NW 3rd Street) for summer and fall evenings
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved minutes, a planning report, and a street closure for a block party. It also approved developing an annexation and water service agreement with Western Trailers, approved EMS title changes and a grant, and discussed funding requests for transit and water conservation to be addressed in the budget workshop.
- Approved street closure for block party at SW 5th St and S. Minnesota/Iowa Aves on Aug 19, 2022
- Approved developing annexation/water agreement with Western Trailers for 31 acres off NW 2nd Ave
- Approved EMS title changes (e.g., Ambulance Director to EMS Chief)
- Approved participation in $29,729.13 grant for advanced life support simulation man
- Approved RevSpring Patient Payment Portal agreement
City Council
The City Council will review April 2022 department activity reports and approve various pay applications for water and sewer work. The meeting also includes a hearing and decision regarding a potentially dangerous dog and discussions on subdivision easements.
- Council hearing and decision regarding a potentially dangerous dog at 624 S. Colorado Avenue
- Pay Applications No. 1 & No. 2 for Viking Painting LLC Water Tank Relining & Painting
- Change Order and Additional Services Agreement for Snake River View Rest Area
- Consideration of renaming the Payette River Sports Complex
- Bray Subdivision sidewalk easement
City Council
The Fruitland City Council will hold a special meeting at the Payette County Courthouse. The purpose of this session is an Area of Impact Negotiations Committee workshop.
- Area of Impact Negotiations Committee workshop
City Council
The Fruitland City Council meeting scheduled for April 25, 2022 has been cancelled due to scheduling conflicts. No business will be conducted at this meeting.
- Meeting cancellation due to scheduling conflicts
City Council
The Fruitland City Council met to approve a park reservation request for a ceremonial event. The meeting was held to facilitate a bill signing for Senate Bill 1378.
- Approved Downtown Park reservation for April 27, 2022, from 10:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
- Ceremonial signing of Senate Bill 1378 (Missing Person Alert) with Governor Brad Little
City Council
The Fruitland City Council passed ordinances requiring criminal background checks for peddlers and solicitors. The Council also approved a 7.5% rate increase for Hardin Sanitation users and terminated the School Resource Officer agreement due to staffing challenges.
- Adopted Ordinance 691 requiring background checks for peddlers and solicitors with a new fee
- Approved 7.5% rate increase for Hardin Sanitation residential and commercial users
- Approved liquor sale permission for restaurant at 402 SW 3rd Street
- Approved $968.88 change order for Snake River View Rest Area pipe grouting
- Terminated agreement with Fruitland School District for dedicated School Resource Officer
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved a new $20 fee per inspection for vehicle identification number (VIN) inspections at car dealerships. The Council also approved several contracts, including janitorial services and a fire department service agreement.
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-01 regarding $20 VIN inspection fees
- Approved $2,389.00 change order for Water Tank Relining Project pipe supports
- Accepted Triple Clean janitorial quote of $1,710.00 per month
- Approved road closure on Applewood Avenue for tree removal at 2606 Applewood Avenue
- Approved donation of 10 yards of gravel to the Fruitland Chamber of Commerce
City Council
The City Council approved a $250,000 LHTAC grant to build sidewalks on S. Iowa Avenue from SW 3rd Street to SW 7th Street. The Council also approved a $32,400 agreement with T-O Engineers for design services for this project.
- $250,000 grant for sidewalks on S. Iowa Avenue (SW 3rd St to SW 7th St)
- $32,400 agreement with T-O Engineers for S. Iowa Avenue design services
- Approval of a 3% to 4% increase in the Payette County Paramedics fee schedule
- Approval of an Open Air Market request for an Easter event at Fruitland High School
- Direction to amend City Code 3-6 to require background checks for peddlers and solicitors
City Council
The Area of Impact Negotiations Committee met to review Fruitland City and Payette County codes regarding oil and gas drilling. The committee agreed to accept the Fruitland City Code with the addition of a specific Payette County section regarding weed and debris control. Members also agreed to review the first draft of a proposed impact area ordinance at the next meeting.
- Agreement to adopt Fruitland City Code-Title 10, Chapter 19 with additions from Payette County Code-Title 8, Chapter 20, section 7-J
- Proposed addition of weed and debris control requirements for well sites
- Scheduled review of the first draft of the proposed impact area ordinance
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved several permits and requests, including a food truck at a new eating establishment, an open air market, a park reservation for a 5k, and a water connection inquiry for a new manufacturing facility. They also approved change orders for a rest area project, a subdivision acceptance, and ambulance staff wage increases.
- Approved food truck use and waived street stand permit fee for 402 SW 3rd Street
- Approved Open Air Market for Jack Henry Coffee House at 816 N. Whitley Drive
- Approved park reservation for Run for the Hills 5k on Oct 15, 2022
- Approved Change Order No. 2 ($5,750) for Snake River View Rest Area-Phase 2
- Approved ambulance wage increases up to $2/hour and paramedic starting wage to $20/hour
City Council
The Fruitland City Council held a regular meeting, approving minutes, appointments, and various reports. Key actions included adopting the Master Transportation Plan, approving a cost-sharing method for NW 4th Street improvements, and authorizing a RAISE grant application. The council also approved several facility use requests and a loan renewal for water treatment membranes.
- Adopted Master Transportation Plan after public hearing
- Approved Method 1 for NW 4th Street construction cost-sharing with Mark Wettstein
- Authorized T-O Engineers to register for RAISE grant for N. Pennsylvania Avenue Project
- Approved $9,900 additional services for Snake River View Rest Area
- Approved $294,209.93 loan renewal for water treatment plant membranes
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved several routine items and took notable actions, including opposing a contract liquor store in the city, approving an impact fee study for police and paramedics, and approving a $104,000 irrigation conversion for the Payette River Sports Complex. The council also approved donations and facility use requests.
- Approved moving forward with impact fee study for Police and Paramedics, funded from General Fund, Capital Projects and Ambulance Fund
- Voted to communicate opposition to Idaho State Liquor Division regarding a contract liquor store in Fruitland
- Approved irrigation conversion for Payette River Sports Complex, not to exceed $46,247.04 from Recreation Fund Capital Projects
- Approved donation of surplus SCBA's, turnout gear, and Hurst Jaws of Life to Firth Fire Department
- Approved use of City Hall as polling place for 2022 Payette County elections
City Council
The Fruitland City Council is holding a special meeting as an Area of Impact Negotiations Committee workshop. The agenda contains no other business items, only the workshop itself.
- Special meeting for Area of Impact Negotiations Committee workshop
City Council
The Fruitland City Council approved routine items including minutes, bills, and department reports, and certified the November 2021 election results. They held a public hearing and adopted Ordinance No. 690 to vacate portions of NW 4th Street right-of-way, and awarded a $306,300 contract for water tank relining. A decision on the Payette County Impact Fee Proposal was tabled for further discussion.
- Awarded water tank relining bid to Viking Painting, LLC for $306,300 (engineer's estimate $272,000)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 690 vacating NW 4th Street right-of-way Parcels A, B, D, E, F
- Accepted right-of-way dedication for NW 4th Street Parcel C from Mark Wettstein
- Certified election results: Brian Howell (Mayor), Thomas Limbaugh, Kari Peterson, Ed Pierson (Council)
- Tabled Payette County Impact Fee Proposal for further discussion