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Gooding public meetings in 2022

60 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 19, 2022 · 17:45

City Council Work Session and Regular Meeting Agenda

Council to consider airport runway project application and security estimates

The Gooding City Council will hold a work session on snow removal in the business area, followed by a regular meeting with consent items, public input, and several action items. Key actions include authorizing the mayor to sign an airport runway project application and year-end financial reports, considering security estimates from Pinnacle Technologies, and approving various lease and permit renewals.

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✓ Decided: Council approves security upgrades, airport grant, and fireworks purchase

The Gooding City Council approved several action items, including security upgrades for the police department and city hall, authorization for the mayor to sign an airport runway grant application, and a $4,600 fireworks purchase for July 4, 2023. The council also accepted the annual Army Corps of Engineers levee inspection report and authorized participation in a cooperative purchasing program for a bike park design. All votes were 3-0.

Mon Dec 5, 2022 · 18:00

City Council Public Hearing and Regular Meeting Agenda

Council to vote on water meter and permit fee increases

The Gooding City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on December 5, 2022, to consider new or increased fees for water meter installation, special use permits, and variance permits. The council will vote on resolutions to adopt these fee increases, along with other action items including a payment recommendation for the WWTP project, storm water line work, and an IDWR grant contract.

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✓ Decided: Council approves water meter fee increases and WWTP payment

The Gooding City Council approved Resolution No. 281 increasing water meter installation fees (e.g., 1-inch meter from $1,500 to $2,751.84) and Resolution No. 282 raising special use and variance permit fees from $50 to $200 each. They also approved a $1,955,898 payment to GSE Construction for the WWTP project. No public comments were received during the public hearing on the fee increases.

Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Gooding urban renewal board to weigh industrial property, budget

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will meet to consider an action item regarding an industrial area property presented by Joshua Westover, approve the September 1, 2022 meeting minutes, review the treasurer's report, and discuss the FY22/23 proposed budget. The board will also vote on paying the ICRMP annual premium. An executive session may be held if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1).

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Mon Nov 21, 2022 · 18:30

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to decide bike park design agreement and Nevada St fence variance

The Gooding City Council will consider several action items, including a bike park design agreement, a fence variance for 637 Nevada St, and an area of impact agreement with Gooding County. They will also review invoices for water, wastewater, and tank improvement projects, and discuss snow removal parking rules and holiday gift cards.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $10,400 bike park design agreement

The council authorized the mayor to sign a $10,400 design agreement with American Ramp Company for a bike park, funded by a $5,000 budgeted amount and future fundraising. They denied a fence variance at 637 Nevada Street following a Planning & Zoning recommendation. The council also agreed to begin discussions with Gooding County on an area of impact agreement and approved several invoices, including $67,210 for the WWTP project.

Thu Nov 17, 2022 · 16:00

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

Gooding P&Z to vote on variance, minutes, street lighting ordinance

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to take action on a variance permit for 637 Nevada Street, approve minutes from prior meetings, and continue work on a proposed street lighting ordinance. The agenda is mostly routine, with the variance and ordinance being the substantive items.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning board tabled street lighting ordinance

The board discussed but did not vote on a proposed street lighting ordinance, leaving it as unfinished business. Minutes from prior meetings were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 18:30

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

Airport Advisory Commission to discuss master plan, hangars, lounge upgrades

The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including infrastructure issues, the airport master plan update, new hangar declarations, and pilot lounge upgrades. They will also approve meeting minutes and consider new committee members and assignments. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

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Mon Nov 7, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to act on WWTP contracts, fees, meeting time

The Gooding City Council will consider multiple action items related to the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) project, including contract assignments, payments, and change orders. They will also vote on resolutions for water meter, special use permit, and variance permit fees, and discuss changing the council meeting time from 7:00 PM to 6:30 PM. The agenda includes routine consent items and public comment periods.

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Wed Nov 2, 2022 · 14:00

Planning & Zoning Special Meeting Agenda

Planning & Zoning to decide variance permit for 637 Nevada Street

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to act on a variance permit application for the property at 637 Nevada Street. The agenda lists this as the sole action item, indicating a decision will be made on the request.

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Thu Oct 20, 2022 · 14:00

Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Regular Meeting Agenda

Gooding P&Z to vote on two variance permits, street lighting ordinance

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to take comment on two variance permit requests, then act on those permits and a proposed street lighting ordinance at its regular meeting. The first variance would allow a 6-foot fence at 637 Nevada Street; the second would reduce a flood elevation requirement by 0.1 foot at 624 Main Street.

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Wed Oct 19, 2022 · 18:30

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

Airport commission to discuss master plan, hangars, and lounge upgrades

The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including infrastructure issues, the airport master plan update, new hangar declarations, and pilot lounge upgrades. They will also consider approving meeting minutes and appointing a new committee member. No final decisions are listed on the agenda beyond the minutes approval.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to decide special use permit for sober living facility at 745 California St

The Gooding City Council will hold a public hearing and then vote on granting a special use permit to the Walker Center for a Safe and Sober Living Facility at 745 California Street. The council will also consider several action items, including an insurance review, updates on the Lincoln Inn parking lot closure, and multiple invoices for water and wastewater projects. The agenda includes routine consent items and department reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approves special use permit for Walker Center sober living home

The City Council approved a special use permit for 745 California Street to be used as a Safe and Sober Living Facility by the Walker Center. The decision followed a public hearing and a series of motions finding the proposal met all city code standards. The vote was 3-0.

Thu Oct 13, 2022 · 18:00

City Council Work Session

Council reviews special use permit for Walker Center sober housing

The Gooding City Council is holding a work session to review a special use permit application for 745 California Street, proposed for Walker Center Safe & Sober Housing. No public comment will be accepted during this session. The council may also enter executive session if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1).

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✓ Decided: Council reviews Walker Center sober housing permit, sets hearing

The City Council reviewed information submitted for a Special Use Permit at 745 California Street for the Walker Center Safe & Sober Housing Facility. No public comment was accepted during the work session. The Council scheduled a public hearing on the permit for October 17, 2022 at 7:00 pm. No vote was taken on the permit itself.

Mon Oct 3, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to act on WWTP bonds, water/sewer connections, and fence dispute

The Gooding City Council will consider several action items, including ordinances and resolutions related to the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) project, future water and sewer connections for the proposed McDougal Subdivision, and a fence at 134 10th Ave W. The agenda also includes routine consent items, visitor presentations, and a possible executive session.

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✓ Decided: Council approves USDA bond for WWTP project

The Gooding City Council approved Ordinance No. 726 authorizing a USDA bond for the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) project, along with related resolutions and invoices. The council also allowed a resident until spring to move a fence built into city setbacks, and authorized the purchase of dash cameras for police vehicles. Consent items including September minutes, accounts payable ($194,238.80), and payroll ($180,177.58) were approved.

Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to decide special use permit for Walker Center Safe & Sober Housing at 745 California St

The Gooding City Council will consider a special use permit for Walker Center Safe & Sober Housing at 745 California St, based on a Planning & Zoning recommendation. The council will also vote on increasing special use permit fees, authorize a resolution for drinking water and wastewater project documents, and address several other action items including a temporary closure of the Historic Lincoln Inn parking lot and a prosecuting attorney agreement.

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Thu Sep 15, 2022 · 14:00

Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Regular Meeting Agenda

Public hearing on Safe and Sober Housing Facility special use permit

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a special use permit for The Walker Center at 745 California Street to operate a Safe and Sober Housing Facility. Following the hearing, the regular meeting will address action items including the permit, a proposed street lighting ordinance, special use permit fees, and appointing a vice chairman.

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning approves sober housing special use permit

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission approved a Special Use Permit for The Walker Center to operate a Safe and Sober Housing Facility at 745 California Street. The permit was approved unanimously (5-0) after a public hearing where concerns about safety, property values, and neighborhood impact were discussed. The commission also increased the Special Use Permit fee from $50 to $200 and appointed Commissioner Al Hagen as Vice Chairman.

Tue Sep 13, 2022 · 18:00

City Council Special Meeting

City Council to interview candidates for city attorney vacancy

The Gooding City Council is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the city attorney vacancy. The agenda also includes a possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1) for action items.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to decide WWTP financing, construction agreement, and several permits

The Gooding City Council will consider several action items, including financing options and a construction agreement for the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), as well as approval of a variance permit for 1042 Montana Street and a sign permit for O'Reilly Auto Enterprises. The council will also vote on a resolution to adopt and allocate funds for an outdoor fitness court, and authorize the purchase of an additional camera for East Park. The agenda includes routine consent items such as meeting minutes, accounts payable, payroll, building permits, and delinquent accounts.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $15.37M WWTP financing option

The City Council approved a construction loan option from Zions Bank for the WWTP project, paying 4.04% interest only on drawn amounts. They also authorized signing the construction agreement with GSE, approved a variance permit for a carport at 1042 Montana Street, and adopted Resolution No. 279 for an outdoor fitness court. All votes were 3-0.

Thu Sep 1, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Gooding urban renewal board to discuss revenue area plan, property marketing

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve the August 4, 2022 meeting minutes, discuss the URA Revenue Allocation Area Plan, and take action on marketing a property. An executive session may be held if needed under Idaho Code 74-206(1).

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✓ Decided: Gooding URA approves August minutes, discusses marketing property

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency (GURA) held a regular meeting on September 1, 2022, with four members present. They approved the August 4, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the revenue allocation area plan had no update, and discussion on marketing property was limited to suggesting contacting real estate agents.

Thu Aug 18, 2022 · 14:00

Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Special Meeting Agenda

Gooding P&Z to vote on carport variance at 1042 Montana Street

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider a variance request from Mark and Samantha Leija for a carport at 1042 Montana Street. The carport would attach to an existing shed that sits 20 feet into the city's setback, and the variance would allow the carport to also sit 20 feet into the setback. The commission will take action on the variance application after hearing public comment.

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✓ Decided: P&Z approves variance for carport at 1042 Montana Street

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and then voted unanimously to grant a variance to Mark and Samantha Leija for a carport attached to an existing shed that sits 20 feet into the setback. The carport will also be 20 feet into the setback. The commission's approval was conditioned on the carport not being enclosed.

Mon Aug 15, 2022 · 18:45

Public Hearing and Regular Meeting Agenda

Gooding City Council to hold public hearings on FY2023 budget and water/garbage fee increases

The Gooding City Council will hold two public hearings: one on the proposed FY2023 budget (October 1, 2022–September 30, 2023) and one on proposed increases to water and garbage collection fees. Following the hearings, the regular meeting will consider several action items, including an ordinance for annual appropriations, a resolution to raise fees, and various other items such as a chicken request, a grazing lease bid opening, and a wastewater treatment plant contract award.

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✓ Decided: Gooding approves $38.6M FY2022-23 budget and fee increases

The City Council held public hearings and approved the FY2022-23 budget of $38,611,379 and Resolution No. 278 raising fees, both with no public comments. They also approved Ordinance No. 725 for annual appropriations, allowed chickens at 428 Orchard Drive, accepted a grazing lease bid, and authorized several other actions.

Thu Aug 11, 2022 · 18:00

City Council Work Session

Council to review water meter installation charges

The Gooding City Council will hold a work session to review water meter installation charges. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and no other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

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Thu Aug 4, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Urban Renewal Board to vote on Industrial Area Property Agreement

The Gooding Urban Renewal Board will hold a public meeting on August 4, 2022, to take action on an Industrial Area Property Agreement presented by Joshua Westover. The agenda includes a potential executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1) if necessary, followed by adjournment. No specific dollar amounts or detailed terms for the agreement are listed in the agenda text.

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✓ Decided: GURA holds special meeting, no substantive decisions made

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency held a special meeting on August 4, 2022, with four members present. No substantive decisions were made; the only action item was a discussion about marketing an industrial property, with a board member tasked to contact the interested party. The meeting adjourned without any votes on policy or contracts.

Thu Aug 4, 2022 · 19:00

Special Meeting

Gooding City Council to review draft Airport Master Plan update

The Gooding City Council is holding a special meeting to present the draft Airport Master Plan and Airport Layout Plan for the Gooding Municipal Airport. The plan, developed by T-O Engineers with FAA sponsorship, outlines recommended alternatives for future airport development. This is the third public meeting in the ongoing planning process, which began in 2020.

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Mon Aug 1, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider WWTP construction bids and chicken request

The Gooding City Council will consider awarding a wastewater treatment plant construction contract, subject to USDA and DEQ approval, and will vote on a resident's request to keep chickens. The agenda also includes several engineering invoices, an airport reimbursement, and an ARPA grant amendment.

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✓ Decided: Council awards WWTP construction bid to GSE Construction

The council accepted Keller Associates' recommendation and awarded the WWTP Project construction bid to GSE Construction, Inc., with a base bid of $14,804,400 and total bid plus additive items of $15,928,400. The mayor was authorized to sign the Notice of Award once USDA and DEQ concur. The council also approved several invoices, amended the focus of ARPA funds, and authorized the mayor to sign the Community Forestry Agreement. A request for keeping chickens at 428 Orchard Drive was discussed but no decision was made.

Wed Jul 20, 2022 · 19:00

City Council Work Session

Council reviews FY23 revenues and expenditures

The Gooding City Council is holding a work session to review the proposed revenues and expenditures for fiscal year 2023. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and no other business is listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council picks Muffley Insurance, approves 8% COLA for employees

The City Council reviewed FY23 revenues and expenditures and insurance quotes from Starley Leavitt and Muffley Insurance. They agreed to use Muffley Insurance as the city agent, noting the quotes were comparable in price. Due to savings on health and dental insurance, the council agreed to give all employees an 8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to address inflation.

Mon Jul 18, 2022 · 18:00

Work Session and Regular Meeting Agenda

Council to consider chicken trial, WWTP bids, and airport pump deal

The Gooding City Council will hold a work session to review FY23 revenues and expenditures, followed by a regular meeting with several action items. Key decisions include appointing Tonya Burg to the Urban Renewal Board, a special use permit for the Walker Center, accepting bids for the wastewater treatment plant project, a pump service agreement for the airport, and a resolution to allow hen chickens for a trial period. The agenda also includes routine consent items and department reports.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts hen chicken trial, approves airport pump service

The Gooding City Council approved a $24,957.80 pump service agreement for the airport water system, adopted Resolution No. 277 allowing hen chickens for a trial period, and selected Workman & Company for audit services. The council also tabled the WWTP construction bid opening until the next meeting and discussed a special use permit for a recovery house at 745 California Street without taking action.

Wed Jul 13, 2022 · 18:30

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

Gooding Airport Commission to discuss master plan, hangars, upgrades

The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including infrastructure issues, an airport master plan update, new hangar declarations, pilot lounge upgrades, and planning for Gooding Airport Day. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the only action item being approval of previous meeting minutes.

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Wed Jul 6, 2022 · 18:00

City Council Work Session

Council reviews FY23 revenues and expenditures

The Gooding City Council is holding a work session to review the city's fiscal year 2023 revenues and expenditures. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and the agenda contains no other business.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews FY23 budget, discusses 8% COLA

The City Council reviewed anticipated FY23 expenditures by department. Mayor Houser suggested an 8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), and discussion covered health insurance. No formal decisions were made; the council awaits the state's L2 form to determine tax revenue.

Tue Jul 5, 2022 · 18:30

Work Session and Regular Meeting Agenda

Council to discuss WWTP funding, sewer connections, and multiple contracts

The Gooding City Council holds a work session to discuss funding alternatives for the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) project with Keller Associates and Region IV Development, followed by a regular meeting with a consent calendar and multiple action items. The council will consider appointments, sewer connections for Clover Creek Estates, a Pumpco agreement for the 4th Ave BPS, a change order for the WWTP, and various contracts and agreements. The agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes, accounts payable, and payroll, alongside specific project-related actions.

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✓ Decided: Gooding Council approves $13.8M DEQ grant for WWTP project

The City Council approved several actions related to the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) project, including accepting a $13.8 million DEQ grant and related contracts. They also waived sewer hookup fees for Clover Creek Estates for one year, approved an RV dump grant, and authorized various agreements and invoices. The meeting included no public input or visitor business.

Thu Jun 23, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Urban renewal board to consider industrial property agreement

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency is holding a special meeting to consider an action item regarding an industrial area property agreement with Joshua Westover. The board may also enter executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1) if necessary, then adjourn.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 18:00

Work Session and Regular Meeting Agenda

Council to review RV parking ordinance and personnel policy

The Gooding City Council will hold a work session to review Ordinance No. 724 on RV/trailer parking and the personnel policy, followed by a regular meeting with consent items, public input, and several action items including a community garden water partnership, allowing chickens in city limits, a variance permit for 1025 Montana St, and acceptance of multiple grants. The agenda also includes approval of invoices for the wastewater treatment plant and airport projects, and adoption of a personnel policy resolution.

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✓ Decided: Council allows trial chickens, approves grants, fees, and invoices

The Gooding City Council approved a one-year trial allowing Melvin Swanson to keep 4-6 hens, subject to a resolution suspending the current ordinance. It also approved a variance for 1025 Montana St, increased the variance permit fee to $200, accepted a $90,000 ARPA grant, and approved multiple invoices. The council left Ordinance No. 724 unchanged, allowing the police chief to decide on business trailer parking.

Thu Jun 16, 2022 · 14:00

Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Special Meeting Agenda

Gooding P&Z to vote on variance for fire-damaged home at 1025 Montana St

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider granting a variance to Ronald B Zarate for 1025 Montana Street, allowing him to rebuild his fire-destroyed home with lot coverage exceeding the 45% limit by 92 square feet. The commission will also vote on meeting minutes, variance fees, a board vacancy, and appointing a vice chairman.

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✓ Decided: Gooding P&Z approves variance for fire-damaged home rebuild

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and then voted 4-0 to approve a variance permit for Ronald Zarate at 1025 Montana Street, allowing his rebuilt home to exceed the 45% lot coverage limit by 92 square feet. The commission also voted 4-0 to recommend the City Council increase the variance permit fee from $50 to $200. The board tabled filling a vacancy and appointing a vice chairman.

Wed Jun 15, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Urban renewal board to discuss industrial property with Joshua Westover

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency is holding a special meeting to discuss an industrial area property with Joshua Westover. The board may also enter executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1) for an action item, then adjourn. No other substantive business is listed.

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Thu Jun 9, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Gooding Urban Renewal Board to discuss industrial property and revenue plan

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider an action item regarding Joshua Westover's Industrial Area Property. The board will also discuss the URA Revenue Allocation Area Plan.

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Wed Jun 8, 2022 · 18:30

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

Gooding Airport Advisory Commission to discuss infrastructure and runway updates

The commission will review updates regarding runway construction and the Airport Master Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on infrastructure issues, pilot lounge upgrades, and planning for Gooding Airport Day.

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Mon Jun 6, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to reconsider variance permit, appoint planning commissioner

The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine consent items and several action items. Key decisions include reconsidering a variance permit, appointing a new planning and zoning commissioner, approving fireworks permits, and accepting a grant for the wastewater treatment plant. Public comments will be heard on an alley issue and allowing chickens in city limits.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $13.9M DEQ grant for wastewater plant upgrade

The council heard that DEQ will offer a $13,872,310 grant and $9,127,690 loan for the WWTP project, which is already funded through Rural Development and out for bid. They approved three fireworks permits, an airport grant agreement, and the consent calendar. No action was taken on chickens, a variance reconsideration, or the planning commission appointment.

Thu Jun 2, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Gooding Urban Renewal Board to discuss revenue allocation and industrial property

The board will review the May 5, 2022 meeting minutes and receive a treasurer report. Members will also hold a discussion regarding the URA Revenue Allocation Area Plan.

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✓ Decided: URA schedules special meeting to discuss industrial land offer

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency discussed offering 22 acres of industrial land to Joshua Westover for potential business investment, but took no final action. The board scheduled a special meeting for June 9, 2022 to further discuss the matter with the attorney. The May 5, 2022 meeting minutes were approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

Thu May 19, 2022 · 09:00

Planning & Zoning Meeting

Gooding P&Z to fill board vacancy, pick vice chair, set variance fees

The Gooding Planning and Zoning Board will approve April meeting minutes, fill a board vacancy, appoint a vice chairman, and discuss variance fees. An executive session may be held if needed under Idaho Code. The meeting is largely administrative with no major land-use decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Planning board tables vice chair appointment, discusses variance fees

The Gooding Planning and Zoning Board met on May 19, 2022, and took no final votes on substantive matters. The board tabled the appointment of a vice chairman, discussed a board vacancy (Tonya Burg expressed interest), and reviewed variance fee procedures from other cities. The secretary was asked to prepare a cost evaluation for processing variance permits and to clarify prior meeting minutes with the city clerk.

Mon May 16, 2022 · 18:45

Work Session and Regular Meeting Agenda

Gooding City Council to consider 4-day work week and property sale

The City Council will discuss a potential 4-day work week for the City Office and Public Works Department. The meeting also includes action items regarding city property sales, various service invoices, and new business proposals.

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✓ Decided: Gooding Council approves 4-day work week trial for city offices

The Gooding City Council approved a 15-month trial of a 4-day work week for the City Office and Public Works Department, starting June 5, 2022. The council also approved several other items, including a request for proposals for audit services, a new website from TownCloud, and waived fees for the fairgrounds barn meter and community garden water service.

Wed May 11, 2022 · 18:30

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

Gooding Airport Commission to weigh new hangar charges, NDB site sale

The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine business and take action on several items, including approving minutes, new hangar charges, and the sale or lease of the NDB site. The agenda also includes updates on runway construction, the airport master plan, and planning for community events.

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Thu May 5, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Gooding URA board to accept chair's resignation, pick new leaders

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency board will vote on routine items including meeting minutes and the treasurer's report, and will accept Chairman Susan Bolton's resignation, appoint a new chairman and vice chairman, and remove Bolton from the agency's bank accounts. The board will also discuss the URA Revenue Allocation Area Plan. An executive session may be held if needed under Idaho Code.

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✓ Decided: Gooding URA accepts chair's resignation, appoints new leaders

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency accepted Chairman Susan Bolton's resignation and appointed Karolyn Gaines as Chairman and George Yerion as Vice Chairman, all by unanimous 4-0 votes. The board also removed Bolton from all URA bank accounts and approved the April 2022 treasurer's report showing a fund balance of $51,678.57. Discussion on a new revenue allocation area (RAA) was held, with ideas for a pilot project including sidewalks on Main Street, but no formal decision was made.

Mon May 2, 2022 · 18:30

Public Input and Regular Meeting Agenda

Council to decide on 4-day work week, land lease, and multiple contracts

The Gooding City Council will hold a public input session and regular meeting. They will decide on a 4-day work week for city offices, leasing or selling about 5 acres of city property, and approving several contracts and invoices for water, wastewater, and airport projects. The agenda also includes routine consent items like minutes, payroll, and building permits.

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Thu Apr 21, 2022 · 14:00

Planning & Zoning Meeting

Gooding Planning & Zoning to discuss chairman resignation and variance fees

The Board will consider the resignation of Chairman Terry Platt and the assignment of a new Chairman. The meeting also includes discussions regarding FEMA information for the City of Gooding Flood Plain, variance fees, and the Impact Area.

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✓ Decided: P&Z accepts chairman's resignation, appoints new chair

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission accepted Chairman Terry Platts's resignation and appointed Brenda Burg as the new chairman. The board also approved the March 3, 2022 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were tabled or discussed.

Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 18:30

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

Airport commission to review runway, hangar, and master plan items

The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss and take action on several airport items, including infrastructure issues, runway construction, the airport master plan, new hangar declarations, pilot lounge upgrades, and a mayor's presentation on new hangar charges. The meeting also includes approving minutes and planning for Gooding Airport Day.

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Mon Apr 18, 2022 · 18:30

Work Session and Regular Meeting Agenda

Council to consider 4-day work week, old fire station, and 5-acre property sale

The Gooding City Council will hold a work session to discuss a 4-day work week and the old fire station, followed by a regular meeting with action items including a final reading of a trailer coach parking ordinance and a decision on leasing or selling about 5 acres of city property at 1951 S 1500 E. The council will also consider filling a Planning & Zoning vacancy and may enter executive session if needed.

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Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 19:00

Public Hearing Agenda

Public hearing for revised FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map

The Gooding City Council will hold a public hearing to hear comments regarding the revised FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM). The meeting is scheduled for April 11, 2022, at the Gooding County Courthouse and via Zoom.

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Thu Apr 7, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Gooding Urban Renewal Board to discuss revenue allocation plan

The Urban Renewal Agency will review the March 3, 2022 meeting minutes and the Treasurer Report. The board will also hold a discussion regarding the URA Revenue Allocation Area Plan.

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Mon Apr 4, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Gooding City Council to discuss water projects and ARPA fund usage

The City Council will consider several action items, including requests to use ARPA funds for Main Street and River Crossing water projects. The meeting also includes a second reading of the Trailer Coach Parking Ordinance and various project invoices.

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Mon Mar 21, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Gooding City Council to consider road closures and various city ordinances

The Gooding City Council will review several action items including proposed right-of-way closures on 9th Ave E and 9th Ave W. The meeting also includes discussions on a trailer coach parking ordinance draft and scheduling upcoming budget and FEMA map hearings.

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Wed Mar 9, 2022 · 18:30

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

Airport commission to review runway, master plan, hangar items

The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes and updates on infrastructure, runway construction, the airport master plan, new hangar declarations, and pilot lounge upgrades. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

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Mon Mar 7, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on airport runway extension invoices and a variance for 624 Main Street

The Gooding City Council will review routine financial documents and department reports. The primary action items involve approving invoices for airport infrastructure and wastewater projects, renewing a water fund certificate of deposit, and granting a variance permit for a property on Main Street.

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Thu Mar 3, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Discussion of URA Revenue Allocation Area Plan

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will discuss the URA Revenue Allocation Area Plan. The board will also review the January 6, 2022 meeting minutes and the Treasurer Report.

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✓ Decided: Gooding urban renewal board approves minutes, treasurer's report

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency (GURA) met on March 3, 2022, and approved the January 6, 2022 meeting minutes and the January 2022 treasurer's report, both unanimously (4-0). The board also discussed the boundaries and next steps for a new Revenue Allocation Area, including assigning tasks for a written description, eligibility analysis, and map updates. No other substantive decisions were made.

Thu Mar 3, 2022 · 14:00

Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Special Meeting Agenda

Public hearing on variance for jail fence at 624 Main St

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider a variance request from Gooding County for the property at 624 Main Street. The variance would allow replacing a chain-link fence with a solid concrete/block wall and keeping it 15 feet into city setbacks. The commission will also discuss other items including variance fees, the impact area, and a yearly review of the Comprehensive Plan.

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✓ Decided: Gooding P&Z approves variance for jail wall at 624 Main St

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and special meeting on March 3, 2022. They approved a variance permit for Gooding County to replace the chain-link fence around the prisoner recreational yard at 624 Main Street with a solid concrete/block wall and allow it to remain 15 feet into the city's setbacks. The commission also approved the 2022 Comprehensive Plan with no changes, tabled variance fees, and discussed extending the impact area. The City Council's denial of a variance permit for 550 Oregon was noted.

Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 18:30

Work Session and Regular Meeting Agenda

Gooding Council to consider trailer ordinance, hangar lease, subdivision plat

The Gooding City Council will hold a work session on abandoning a waterline south of town, followed by a regular meeting. Action items include a draft trailer coach parking ordinance, a Homeserve presentation, a hangar lease approval, and a subdivision plat approval. The agenda also includes routine consent items, public input, department reports, and a possible executive session.

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Mon Feb 7, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to open sealed bids for Big Wood/American Falls water shares

The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting, including a sealed bid opening for Big Wood/American Falls water shares as an action item. The agenda also includes several action items on unfinished and new business, such as a trailer coach parking ordinance, a parking proposal for Hummingbird House, and various contracts and agreements. Public comment is limited to 10 minutes per speaker, and no decisions are made during that time.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on trailer ordinance, parking, variances, and airport invoices

The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 18, 2022, with several action items including a draft trailer coach parking ordinance, a parking proposal for Hummingbird House, a variance recommendation for 550 Oregon St, and approval of two T-O Engineers invoices for airport projects. The council will also consider appointments, a bank account change, and a title change. Public comment is limited to 10 minutes per speaker.

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Thu Jan 13, 2022 · 14:00

Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Special Meeting Agenda

Public hearing on variance for porch at 550 Oregon Street

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from Vincente Garcia, owner of 550 Oregon Street, to allow an existing porch to remain 6 feet into the city's setbacks. Following the hearing, the commission will hold a special meeting to approve minutes, review the Comprehensive Plan, and take action on the variance.

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✓ Decided: Gooding P&Z denies variance for unpermitted porch at 550 Oregon St

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and then denied a variance permit for Vicente Garcia's unpermitted porch at 550 Oregon Street, which encroached 6 feet into city setbacks. The denial was based on multiple violations and the owner's failure to comply with the building inspector. The commission also approved the November 18, 2021 meeting minutes and discussed a future review of the Comprehensive Plan.

Thu Jan 13, 2022 · 19:00

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

Airport commission to discuss pilot lounge and maintenance help

The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss old business. Action items include new ideas for a pilot lounge and having GAFA assist with airport maintenance. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 7:00 pm at 1945 Airport Rd.

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Thu Jan 6, 2022 · 09:00

Urban Renewal Meeting

Urban renewal board to approve minutes, treasurer report, and Sliman property action

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and the treasurer's report, and to take action on replacing its ICRMP agent and on the Sliman property. An executive session may be held if necessary under Idaho Code. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

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✓ Decided: Gooding URA approves minutes, treasurer report, new insurance agent

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency approved the October and November 2021 meeting minutes, the December 2021 treasurer's report showing a $51,596.52 fund balance, and appointed Bryan Craig of Prescott and Craig Insurance as the ICRMP agent of record. All votes were unanimous (4-0). The board discussed the Sliman property rail spur easement, noting that Connie Stopher is no longer with SIED and that Chairman Bolton will follow up with SIED.

Mon Jan 3, 2022 · 19:00

Regular City Council Meeting

Gooding City Council to review engineering invoices and airport plans

The City Council will consider several items including oaths of office for new members, department appointments, and various engineering invoices. The agenda also includes discussions on a trailer coach parking ordinance draft and the 2022-2027 Airport Capital Improvement Plan.

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✓ Decided: New mayor and council members sworn in; council approves consent calendar and several contracts

The Gooding City Council held its regular meeting on January 3, 2022, with Mayor Brekke absent. Newly elected Mayor Diane Houser and Councilwoman Lai Lonnie Rogers were sworn in, along with re-elected Councilman Jerry Pierce. The council approved the consent calendar (including accounts payable and payroll), tabled the trailer coach parking ordinance, and authorized several actions including submitting letters of interest for water and wastewater projects, approving multiple engineering invoices, and signing agreements for building inspection and Cintas services.