Gooding public meetings in 2023
52 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will consider routine consent items including lease renewals and permits, plus several action items such as a river wall agreement, FAA reimbursement, and vehicle purchases. They will also discuss a broadband grant and authorize grant applications for a bike park and TAP.
- Windy Acres Farm Lease Renewal
- 2024 Airport Fuel Concession Lease Agreement
- Army Corps of Engineers Memorandum of Agreement for River Wall
- FAA Outlay Report & Request for Reimbursement for FY End Pavement Rehab Project
- Purchase Vehicles for K9 Officer and Ordinance Enforcement
The council approved a consent calendar including lease renewals and permits, and authorized the mayor to sign a US Army Corps of Engineers agreement for the Gooding Canal replacement. They also approved several payments and invoices for the WWTP project, authorized vehicle purchases for the K9 officer and ordinance enforcement, and accepted the 2023 Annual Road & Street Financial Report. A $7.5 million broadband grant for fiber installation was reported by a county commissioner.
- Approved consent calendar including lease renewals and permits (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to sign Army Corps MOA for canal replacement (3-0)
- Approved $465,288 pay application for WWTP project (3-0)
- Approved $24,791.70 invoice for WWTP project (3-0)
- Approved $11,664 invoice for wastewater system improvements (3-0)
- Authorized reallocation of $29,871.72 in grant funds for booster pump station (3-0)
- Authorized purchase of two vehicles for K9 and ordinance enforcement up to $56,400 (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Annual Road & Street Financial Report (3-0)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 4, 2023, with several action items on the agenda. These include approving a sign permit for Sinclair, paying invoices for water infrastructure projects, and considering agreements for community forestry and river wall funding. The meeting also includes routine consent items and public comment periods.
- Sign permit approval for Sinclair at 164 Main St
- Keller Associates Invoice #0233399 for Sr Ave Tank Improvements
- Keller Associates Invoice #0233426 for 13th Ave Well SCADA Programming Changes
- Community Forestry Agreement
- River Wall Funding
The council approved the consent calendar including meeting minutes, accounts payable of $1,078,739.42, November payroll of $156,471.35, and building permits. They also approved a sign permit for Sinclair at 164 Main St, two Keller Associates invoices, and a Community Forestry Agreement. The council agreed to fund the river wall project upfront with reimbursement from the Water Resource Board, and tabled a broadband grant discussion.
- Approved consent calendar including minutes, accounts payable ($1,078,739.42), payroll ($156,471.35), and building permits (4-0)
- Approved sign permit for Sinclair at 164 Main St (4-0)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0233399 for $167.40 (4-0)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0233426 for $110.67 (4-0)
- Approved Community Forestry Agreement with Gerry Bates for 2024 (4-0)
- Agreed to fund river wall project upfront with reimbursement from Water Resource Board
- Tabled broadband grant discussion with Susan Bolton
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting with several action items, including approving a sign permit for Sinclair at 164 Main St and paying two invoices to Keller Associates for water system improvements. The council will also hear presentations on economic development and a broadband grant, and may enter executive session if needed.
- Sign permit approval for Sinclair at 164 Main St
- Keller Associates Invoice #0233399 for Sr Ave Tank Improvements
- Keller Associates Invoice #0233426 for 13th Ave Well SCADA Programming Changes
- Presentation by Mary Hollenbeck on Operation Facelift
- Presentation by Susan Bolton on Department of Commerce Broadband Grant
The regular City Council meeting was called to order but immediately canceled because a quorum was not present. No decisions, votes, or public business were conducted.
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting
This is a largely procedural Planning & Zoning meeting. The only listed action item is approval of the October 26, 2023 regular meeting minutes. No new or unfinished business is on the agenda, and an executive session may be held if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1).
- Approve October 26, 2023 regular meeting minutes
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)
The Gooding Planning and Zoning Commission met on November 16, 2023, and approved the minutes from the October 26, 2023 meeting. No new or unfinished business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned after about one minute.
- Approved October 26, 2023 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
Airport Advisory Commission Meeting
The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine updates and new business. Items include an update on the Pilots Lounge, a recap of the September 2023 Gooding Fly In, a discussion about a courtesy car, and efforts to recruit more board members. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items listed.
- Pilots Lounge update
- Gooding Fly In recap (September 23, 2023)
- Discussion of a courtesy car
- Recruitment of additional board members
The Airport Advisory Commission approved using remaining funds from the pilots lounge to repair the courtesy car's engine. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included updates on the Gooding Fly-In and a report from Kent Atkins about FAA funding cuts and upcoming predesign work.
- Approved using remaining pilots lounge funds for courtesy car engine repair
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve minutes and the treasurer's report, and to take action on a survey contract, a request to use property for parking, and an update on the industrial area property. An executive session may be held if necessary under Idaho Code. The agenda is otherwise routine.
- Approve October 12, 2023 meeting minutes
- Treasurer report
- Survey contract action item
- Request to use property for parking
- Industrial area property update
The board approved the October meeting minutes, the treasurer's report showing a $49,953.87 fund balance, and authorized the chair to sign a survey contract with JUB Engineers for industrial area property. A request to use agency property for parking during the fair and rodeo was discussed but tabled until closer to August. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved October 12, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved treasurer's report showing $49,953.87 fund balance (3-0)
- Authorized chair to sign survey contract with JUB Engineers for industrial area property (3-0)
- Tabled request to use URA property for parking during fair and rodeo until closer to August
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 6, 2023, with a consent calendar covering routine items like minutes, payroll, and alcohol license renewals. New business includes several action items related to the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) project, including a change order, invoices, and pay applications, as well as items on an IT quote, a river wall support letter, an airport grant agreement, and employee appreciation gift cards. The meeting also includes public comment periods and department reports.
- WWTP Improvement Project Change Order #1 - Action Item
- Region IV Development Invoice #1446 & #1447 for WWTP Project
- Keller Associates Recommendation for GSE Construction Pay Application 12 for WWTP Project
- Airport ITD Grant Agreement & Resolution No. 291
- Request to Close City Hall Early November 22nd
The Gooding City Council approved several action items, including switching IT services to Business Techs, accepting a $9,223 decrease change order for the WWTP project, and authorizing the mayor to sign an ITD grant agreement for the airport master plan update. All votes were 3-0, with Councilwoman Rogers absent.
- Approved IT service quote from Business Techs (3-0)
- Approved Region IV Development invoices totaling $3,500 for WWTP project (3-0)
- Accepted WWTP Improvement Project Change Order #1, a $9,223 decrease (3-0)
- Approved Keller Associates Outlay Request Form #6 and invoice for $13,800 (3-0)
- Approved GSE Construction Pay Application 12 for $968,763 (3-0)
- Approved two Keller Associates invoices for Water Facilities Planning Study totaling $4,285 (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to sign Letter of Support and Financial Capability Letter for Army Corps of Engineers (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to sign ITD Grant Agreement and Resolution No. 291 for airport master plan update (3-0)
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting
The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission is holding its regular meeting on October 26, 2023. The only action item on the agenda is approval of the September 28, 2023 meeting minutes; no new or unfinished business is listed. An executive session may be held if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1).
- Approve September 28, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)
The Gooding City Planning and Zoning Commission held a regular meeting on October 26, 2023, but considered no substantive decisions. The only action taken was approval of the September 28, 2023 regular meeting minutes (5-0). No new business, unfinished business, or public hearings were conducted, and the meeting adjourned after one minute.
- Approved September 28, 2023 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 16, 2023, covering routine consent items, public comments, and a series of action items. Key decisions include an insurance review, sidewalk repairs, a cat sanctuary work session, and approval of multiple engineering invoices for water, wastewater, and airport projects.
- ICRMP insurance review and renewal
- Sidewalk repairs action item
- Keller Associates invoices for Sr Ave Tank, 13th Ave Well, and Water Systems Improvements
- T-O/Ardurra final invoice for Runway Extension Project Phase II
- Airport ITD Grant Agreement & Resolution No. 290
The Gooding City Council approved a $1.17 million pay application for the wastewater treatment plant project, renewed the city's insurance with an 18% premium increase, and authorized several engineering invoices. The council also voted to install yield signs at a dangerous intersection and accepted the Blue Cross Civility Pledge. All votes were 4-0.
- Approved GSE Construction Pay Application 11 for WWTP project ($1,171,825) (4-0)
- Accepted ICRMP insurance renewal with 18% premium increase (4-0)
- Approved installation of yield signs at 13th W and California Street (4-0)
- Approved Keller Associates invoices totaling $3,263.95 (4-0)
- Approved T-O/Ardurra Engineering final invoice ($12,537.51) and reimbursement request (4-0)
- Approved Airport ITD Grant Agreement and Resolution No. 290 (4-0)
- Approved JUB Engineers invoice ($14,772.59) and reimbursement request (4-0)
- Authorized PWD Bybee to use funds for airport courtesy car engine replacement (4-0)
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will meet to consider routine administrative items, including an insurance review and renewal, approval of an insurance invoice, meeting minutes, and a treasurer's report. The board will also discuss an industrial area property as an action item, and may enter executive session if needed.
- ICRMP insurance review and renewal with Bryan Craig of Prescott & Craig Insurance
- Approve ICRMP insurance invoice for 10/1/23 to 9/30/24
- Approve September 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- Treasurer report
- Industrial area property discussion
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will vote on several action items, including a proposed cat sanctuary on city property, lot line adjustments in the Industrial Park, and approval of multiple invoices from Keller Associates for water and wastewater projects. The council will also consider a proclamation supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans, an audit engagement letter, and an Idaho Power franchise agreement. Public comment is limited to 10 minutes per speaker.
- Allowing a cat sanctuary on city property (action item)
- Planning and Zoning recommendation to approve lot line adjustments and create parcels in the Industrial Park
- Workman & Company audit engagement letter (action item)
- Idaho Power franchise agreement (action item)
- Multiple Keller Associates invoices for water system improvements, WWTP project, Sr Ave Tank improvements, and water facility planning study
The Gooding City Council voted 3-0 to table a proposal for a cat sanctuary on city property, scheduling a work session instead. The council also appointed Chad Hoeft to the Planning & Zoning Commission, approved lot line adjustments in the Industrial Park, and accepted an audit engagement letter. Several Keller Associates invoices for water and wastewater projects were approved.
- Tabled cat sanctuary on city property to schedule a work session (3-0)
- Appointed Chad Hoeft to Planning & Zoning Commission (3-0)
- Approved lot line adjustments and parcel creation in Industrial Park (3-0)
- Accepted Workman & Company audit engagement letter (3-0)
- Approved Keller Associates invoice #0232603 for $2,865 (3-0)
- Approved Keller Associates invoice #0232604 for $89,194.45 (3-0)
- Approved Keller Associates invoice #0232607 for $135.20 (3-0)
- Approved Keller Associates invoice #0232616 for $11,664 (3-0)
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting
The Gooding Planning & Zoning Board will hold its regular meeting on September 28, 2023, with action items including approval of prior meeting minutes, lot line adjustments for the Industrial Park, and filling a board vacancy. The board will also discuss the Association of Idaho Cities Planning and Zoning Manual. An executive session may be held if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1).
- Approve May 15, 2023 Public Hearing and Special Meeting Minutes
- Lot Line Adjustments for Industrial Park
- Discussion of AIC Planning and Zoning Manual
- Planning and Zoning Board Vacancy
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting with several action items, including a proposal to allow a cat sanctuary on city property and approval of a sign permit for Wells Fargo at Ridley's Family Market. The council will also discuss funding options for the River Wall Project and consider two invoices from Keller Associates for the Water Facilities Planning Study.
- Allowing a cat sanctuary on city property - action item
- Sign permit approval for Wells Fargo at Ridley's Family Market - action item
- Funding options for River Wall Project - action item
- Keller Associates invoice #0231449 and outlay request #3 for Water Facilities Planning Study - action item
- Keller Associates invoice #0231870 and outlay request #4 for Water Facilities Planning Study - action item
The council voted 2-1 to deny a proposed cat sanctuary on city property, with one abstention. They also approved a sign permit for Wells Fargo at Ridley's Family Market, authorized up to $46,000 for airport hangar infrastructure improvements, and approved two invoices for water facilities planning studies. A planning and zoning board vacancy drew no interest.
- Denied cat sanctuary on city property (2-1, 1 abstention)
- Approved sign permit for Wells Fargo at Ridley's Family Market (4-0)
- Approved leaving river wall project funding language out of agreement (4-0)
- Authorized up to $46,000 for airport hangar infrastructure improvements (4-0)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0231449 for $1,608 and ORF #3 (4-0)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0231870 for $2,677 and ORF #4 (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar including September 5 meeting minutes and delinquent accounts (4-0)
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve meeting minutes, review the treasurer's report, discuss an industrial area property, and adopt the FY23/24 budget. An executive session may be held if needed. The meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2023, at 9:00 am.
- Approve April 13 and August 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Treasurer report review
- Industrial area property discussion
- FY23/24 proposed budget review and adoption
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting with a consent calendar covering routine approvals like minutes, payroll, and building permits. Action items include a water line extension request, an alcohol license for Roman's Service Station, and a change order for the 4th Ave Booster Pump Station. The council will also consider payments for the airport pavement rehabilitation and WWTP projects, and may enter executive session if needed.
- 4th Ave Booster Pump Station Pumpco, LLC Change Order No. 1
- Earl Ray water line extension
- Roman's Service Station alcohol license approval
- JUB invoice #0164819 for airport pavement rehabilitation
- Region IV Development invoices #1429 & #1430 for WWTP project
The council approved a $1,213,150.25 payment for the WWTP project, along with several other invoices and routine items. A water line extension request was discussed but not approved due to insufficient pipe capacity. All votes were unanimous 4-0.
- Approved consent calendar including August minutes, $1,147,596.01 accounts payable, $153,053.94 payroll, and building permits (4-0)
- Approved time extension for 4th Ave Booster Pump Station from Pumpco, LLC (4-0)
- Approved $34,759 payment to Pumpco, LLC for 4th Ave Booster Pump Station (4-0)
- Approved Roman's Service Station alcohol license (4-0)
- Approved Toone Inc. sign application (4-0)
- Approved $33,033.41 invoice for airport pavement rehabilitation (4-0)
- Approved $5,000 in Region IV Development invoices for WWTP project (4-0)
- Approved $1,213,150.25 payment to GSE Construction for WWTP project (4-0)
City Council Public Hearing and Regular Meeting Agenda
The City Council held a public hearing and approved the FY 2023-24 budget of $31,828,516 with no public comment. They also adopted Ordinance No. 728 for annual appropriations and Resolution No. 289 raising fees for water and sanitation services. Several engineering invoices and a $210,034.69 painting pay application were approved, while two items related to the 4th Ave Booster Pump Station were tabled.
- Approved FY 2023-24 budget of $31,828,516 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 728 - Annual Appropriations Ordinance (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 289 raising water and sanitation fees (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates invoices: $835 (water), $29,767.57 (WWTP), $24,968 (Phase II wastewater)
- Approved JUB Engineers Pay Application #1 for Straight Stripe Painting at $210,034.69
- Approved Keller Associates recommendation for GSE Construction Pay App 9 for WWTP at $831,357
- Tabled 4th Ave Booster Pump Station change order and pay application until next meeting
- Tabled Planning & Zoning Board vacancy due to no volunteers
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve minutes and the treasurer's report, discuss an industrial area property, and review the proposed FY23/24 budget. An executive session may be held if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1).
- Approval of July 13, 2023 meeting minutes
- Treasurer report
- Industrial area property discussion
- FY23/24 proposed budget review
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency (GURA) met on August 10, 2023, with four members present. They approved the July 13, 2023 meeting minutes and the treasurer's report showing a fund balance of $49,927.31. Discussion continued on the industrial area property sale, and the FY23/24 proposed budget was tabled. The meeting adjourned at 9:34 am.
- Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved treasurer's report for July 2023 (unanimous)
- Tabled FY23/24 proposed budget review
Airport Advisory Commission Meeting
The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine airport business, including updates on the Pilots Lounge, the upcoming Gooding Fly-in on September 23, 2023, and the Runway Seal Project. The agenda includes reports from the Airport Manager and an engineer, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Pilots Lounge update
- Gooding Fly-in scheduled for September 23, 2023
- Runway Seal Project discussion
The meeting was largely procedural with no substantive decisions made. The runway seal project was reported as completed, and the next meeting was scheduled for September 13, 2023.
- No substantive decisions were made; meeting was procedural only
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will consider adopting the tentative budget for fiscal year 2023/24, review a sewer hook-up fee waiver for Clover Creek Estates Subdivision, and discuss a crosswalk safety project. The agenda also includes several action items for approving invoices related to water, wastewater, and other improvement projects, plus a request to authorize a Visa credit card for the WWTP supervisor. Consent items include meeting minutes, accounts payable, payroll, and building permits.
- Adopt tentative budget for FY23/24
- Review sewer hook-up fee waiver for Clover Creek Estates Subdivision
- Discuss crosswalk safety project
- Approve Keller Associates invoices for water, wastewater, and WWTP projects
- Authorize Visa credit card for WWTP supervisor
The council waived sewer connection fees for Karolyn Gaines at Clover Creek Estates, noting she paid for the sewer lines and lift station. It also adopted a tentative $31.8 million budget for FY23/24 and approved several Keller Associates invoices for water and wastewater projects. A cat sanctuary proposal was discussed but tabled pending legal advice.
- Waived sewer connection fees for Karolyn Gaines at Clover Creek Estates (unanimous)
- Adopted tentative FY23/24 budget of $31,826,317 (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates invoice $257.60 for Sr. Ave Tank Improvement Project (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates invoice $1,750 for Water System Improvement Project (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates invoice $49,166.90 for WWTP Project (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates invoice $17,086 for PH II WW Project (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates Outlay Request $1,305 for Wastewater Facility Planning Study (unanimous)
- Authorized Umpqua Bank Visa credit card for WWTP Supervisor (unanimous)
City Council Budget Work Session
The Gooding City Council is holding a budget work session to review the fiscal year 2023/24 revenues and expenditures. This is a working session focused on budget details, not a regular decision-making meeting.
- Review of FY23/24 revenues and expenditures
The City Council held a work session to review proposed revenues and expenditures for the FY23/24 water, sewer, and sanitation budgets. No votes or decisions were taken; the session was purely informational and procedural.
- Reviewed FY23/24 water, sewer, and sanitation budget proposals (no vote taken)
City Council Budget Work Session
The Gooding City Council is holding a budget work session to review revenues and expenditures for fiscal year 2023/24. The agenda contains only this single review item, with no other business listed.
- Review of FY23/24 revenues and expenditures
The council held a work session to review proposed revenues and expenditures for the general, airport, parks, streets, and capital improvement budgets. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the session was purely informational.
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will consider several action items, including a contractor agreement for airport pavement rehabilitation, a possible permanent 4-day work week for city offices, and whether to permanently allow chickens in the city. They will also review a sewer hook-up fee waiver for Clover Creek Estates and a water rights lease agreement with the City of Pocatello.
- JUB Engineers; Straight Stripe Painting Inc. Contractor Owner Agreement for Airport Pavement Rehabilitation
- Renewal of Resolution No. 277 or adoption of Ordinance No. 727 to permanently allow chickens
- Request for chickens at 905 Utah St
- Adoption of permanent 4-day work week for city office and Public Works Department
- City of Pocatello Water Rights Lease Agreement
The council adopted Ordinance No. 727 to permanently allow chickens within city limits and permanently adopted a 4-day work week for the City Office and Public Works Department. It also authorized the mayor to sign a contractor agreement for airport pavement rehabilitation and a water rights lease with Pocatello. A Planning & Zoning Board vacancy was tabled.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 727 to permanently allow chickens (unanimous)
- Adopted permanent 4-day work week for City Office and Public Works (motion by Shepherd, second by Pierce, carried)
- Authorized mayor to sign Straight Stripe Painting Inc. Contractor Owner Agreement for airport pavement rehabilitation (motion by Shepherd, second by Pierce, carried)
- Authorized mayor to sign City of Pocatello Water Rights Lease Agreement (motion by Shepherd, second by Rogers, carried)
- Tabled Planning & Zoning Board vacancy
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve the June 8, 2023 meeting minutes, review the treasurer's report, and discuss an action item regarding industrial area property. The board may also enter an executive session if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1).
- Approval of June 8, 2023 meeting minutes
- Treasurer report
- Industrial area property action item
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency approved the sale of approximately 14 acres of industrial property to Josh Westover for $200,000, with the agency covering survey costs. Westover provided $10,000 earnest money. The board also voted to deed a separate portion of industrial property to the City for a future water storage tank. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved sale of ~14 acres to Josh Westover for $200,000, plus survey costs (unanimous)
- Accepted $10,000 earnest money from Westover (unanimous)
- Approved deeding a portion of industrial property to City of Gooding for water storage tank (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of June 8, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
Airport Advisory Commission Meeting
The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss routine airport operations and maintenance items. Old business includes updates on the Pilots Lounge, a September fly-in, the Gooding Fun Day, Chamber of Commerce advertising, runway seal date, courtesy car decal, and cleaning loose gravel on the apron and taxiway. No new business items are listed.
- Pilots Lounge update
- Fly In scheduled for September 23, 2023
- Gooding Fun Day recap from June 2, 2023
- Runway seal date discussion
- Clean loose gravel on apron and taxiway
City Council Work Session and Regular Meeting Agenda
The Gooding City Council will hold a work session to review the proposed FY23/24 budget, followed by a regular meeting with action items including unfinished business and new business. Key decisions include renewing a temporary chicken ordinance, considering a cat sanctuary, approving airport-related grants and contracts, and addressing road maintenance and sewer connection requests.
- FY23/24 Proposed Budget Review
- Renewal of Resolution No. 277; Temporarily Allowing Chickens
- Christine Turner - T & R and Kitten Rescue; Consideration of Establishing a Cat Sanctuary
- Kirk Davis; Request for Chickens at 515 12th Ave W
- Authorization to Approve Airport Grant AIP 3-16-0014-014-2020 Grant Closeout
City Council Work Session and Regular Meeting Agenda
The Gooding City Council will hold a work session to review the proposed FY23/24 budget, followed by a regular meeting with action items including renewing a temporary chicken ordinance, approving contractor agreements for airport pavement work, and considering a four-day work week for city offices. The agenda also includes several invoices from Keller Associates for water and wastewater projects, and a request from Idaho Power to relocate a pole at the WWTP.
- FY23/24 Proposed Budget Review
- Renewal of Resolution No. 277; Temporarily Allowing Chickens
- Straight Stripe Painting Inc. Contractor Owner Agreement for Airport Pavement Rehabilitation
- Keller Associates invoices for Water Systems Improvements, WWTP, and Sr. Tank Improvement projects
- 4 Day Work Week for City Office & Public Works Department Review
The Gooding City Council extended Resolution No. 277 allowing chickens in city limits for another year, after a resident reported no issues during the trial. They also approved several Keller Associates invoices for water and wastewater projects totaling $50,906.91, and an Idaho Power service request for $49,287 to relocate a power pole at the WWTP. Several items were tabled, including a Planning & Zoning Board vacancy and a 4-day work week review.
- Extended Resolution No. 277 allowing chickens for one more year (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0231432 for $450 (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0231434 for $50,289.51 (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0231446 for $167.40 (unanimous)
- Approved Idaho Power Service Request for $49,287 (unanimous)
- Tabled Planning & Zoning Board vacancy
- Tabled Straight Stripe Painting Inc. contractor agreement
- Tabled 4-day work week review
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency (GURA) held a regular meeting on June 8, 2023, with four members present. The board approved the treasurer's report showing a fund balance of $49,909.71 and discussed moving forward to list an industrial area property with a realtor. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved treasurer's report for April and May 2023 (motion by Burg, second by Shepherd, carried)
- Discussed listing industrial area property with TOK, will notify Joshua Westover
Regular City Council Meeting
The council approved a water encroachment agreement with Pierson Family Farms, authorizing the mayor to sign after adding a payment clause. They also renewed a temporary chicken ordinance, approved four fireworks applications, and tabled a Planning & Zoning Board vacancy. Several engineering invoices and a $556,611 WWTP construction pay application were approved.
- Approved water encroachment agreement with Pierson Farms, with added payment clause (unanimous)
- Renewed Resolution No. 277 temporarily allowing chickens in city limits for one year (unanimous)
- Approved Big Mama's Boom Boom Fireworks application (unanimous)
- Approved Outlet Fireworks application (unanimous)
- Approved Phantom Fireworks application (unanimous)
- Approved TNT Fireworks application (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates recommendation for GSE Construction Pay Application 7 for WWTP Project, $556,611 (unanimous)
- Tabled Planning & Zoning Board vacancy
Airport Advisory Commission Meeting
The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, discussing old business items like the Pilots Lounge update, a September fly-in, and runway seal date, and addressing new maintenance tasks such as cleaning gravel, installing a gutter, and weed spraying. The agenda is largely operational with no major policy decisions or large contracts listed.
- Runway seal date discussion
- Fly-in event planned for September 23, 2023
- Gooding Fun Day on June 2, 2023
- Install gutter on dirt road to East Hangers
- Clean loose gravel on apron and taxiway
The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission met on May 17, 2023, and approved the minutes from the April 12, 2023 meeting. Old business included updates on the pilots lounge (purchase water heater, rugs; get window replacement quote), planning for the September 23, 2023 fly-in, and the June 2, 2023 Gooding Fun Day. New business items were discussed but no votes were recorded. The next meeting date is unknown, to be set if new business arises.
- Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Special Meeting Agenda
The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider granting a variance to Seth and Emily Guyer for their property at 637 Nevada Street. The variance would allow moving and increasing the height of their existing fence. The board will also vote on the April 20, 2023 meeting minutes and discuss a board vacancy.
- Variance request for 637 Nevada St: move fence 7.5 ft on south side, 14.5 ft on east side, increase height to 6 ft
- Public hearing for variance comment
- Approve April 20, 2023 regular meeting minutes
- Planning and Zoning Board vacancy discussion
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council approved a variance application for a 6-foot chain-link fence with plastic slats at 637 Nevada Street, moving the fence 9.5 feet off the West Ave. sidewalk and 14.5 feet off the Nevada Street sidewalk. The council also approved a $4,455 invoice for a water facility planning study and agreed to move forward with a community cleanup week from June 9-13, with the county waiving tipping fees. A discussion on an agreement with the East Side Water Users regarding maintenance and connections was tabled for further discussion.
- Approved 637 Nevada Street variance application for 6-foot chain-link fence with plastic slats (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0230903 for $4,455 for Water Facility Planning Study (unanimous)
- Agreed to move forward with Community Clean Up Week June 9-13, with county waiving tipping fees
- Tabled Planning & Zoning Board vacancy action item
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to take action on an industrial area property. The board may also enter executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1) if needed. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 9:00 am.
- Industrial Area Property - Action Item
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)
City Council Work Session
The Gooding City Council is holding a work session to discuss a building grant with the Gooding Library District. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no other business listed. No decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
- Discussion of a building grant with the Gooding Library District
The City Council held a work session to discuss a $500,000 grant opportunity for expanding the library. No formal vote was taken; the discussion focused on the grant's requirements and the city's willingness to help fund additional costs. The council also toured the library and police department.
- Discussed $500K library expansion grant, no vote taken
- Agreed city would help fund additional costs beyond grant
- City Clerk to contact Keller Associates for engineering services
Regular City Council Meeting
The council approved a $1,050,463 payment for the WWTP project and authorized the mayor to sign an Army Corps feasibility study agreement for the Little Wood River flood control project. Several other contracts and invoices were approved, including a $50 sale of two surplus concrete picnic tables to a local business. A variance application for 637 Nevada Street was moved to the next meeting.
- Approved $1,050,463 pay application for WWTP project (unanimous)
- Authorized mayor to sign Army Corps flood control feasibility study agreement (unanimous)
- Approved $61,610 Keller Associates invoice for WWTP project (unanimous)
- Approved $10,734 JUB invoice for airport pavement rehabilitation (unanimous)
- Approved $2,250 commitment letter for REDS services (unanimous)
- Approved sale of two surplus concrete picnic tables for $50 to Broken Bonez BBQ (unanimous)
- Approved sign permits for Family Dollar and Magic Floral (unanimous)
- Approved prosecuting attorney and building inspector agreements for 2023-2024 (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting
The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a regular meeting with two action items: approving the minutes from the March 16, 2023 public hearing and regular meeting, and filling a board vacancy. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no new zoning or development items listed.
- Approve March 16, 2023 Public Hearing and Regular Meeting Minutes
- Planning and Zoning Board Vacancy - Action Item
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)
The Gooding Planning & Zoning board approved the March 16, 2023 public hearing and regular meeting minutes. A board vacancy was tabled with no further action. The meeting adjourned after no other business.
- Approved March 16, 2023 public hearing and regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled Planning and Zoning Board vacancy
Regular City Council Meeting
The council voted 4-0 to authorize the mayor to sign an engineering agreement for a $13.6M DEQ ARPA-funded wastewater improvement project, which will replace or rehabilitate nine lift stations. They also approved a resolution supporting broadband and fiber expansion for Gooding County, allowed a storage container at 805 Utah Street for up to three months, and appointed Doug Kulhanek to the Airport Advisory Board. Several other items were approved, including a Verizon antenna proposal and use of the old airport runway for emergency training.
- Authorized mayor to sign wastewater improvement engineering agreement (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 286 supporting broadband and fiber expansion (4-0)
- Approved storage container placement at 805 Utah Street for up to three months (4-0)
- Appointed Doug Kulhanek to Airport Advisory Board (4-0)
- Authorized sheriff and police to use old runway for training (4-0)
- Approved JUB Engineers invoice $28,854 for airport pavement rehab (4-0)
- Approved Verizon antenna proposal (4-0)
- Authorized CD renewal for water fund at 5.10% for 18 months (4-0)
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve the March 15, 2023 minutes, take action on an industrial-area property involving Joshua Westover, and consider a letter to Sliman Sheep Company. An executive session may be held if needed under Idaho Code 74-206(1). The agenda is otherwise routine and procedural.
- Approval of March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
- Action on industrial area property (Joshua Westover)
- Letter to Sliman Sheep Company
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency approved the sale of industrial park land to Joshua Westover for $400,000 as-is, with no improvements. The project, in partnership with Wilbur-Ellis, is expected to bring 12-15 initial jobs. A proposed letter to Sliman Sheep Company was deemed unnecessary. Meeting minutes from March 15, 2023 were also approved.
- Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (motion by Shepherd, second by Burg, carried)
- Agreed to sell industrial park land to Joshua Westover for $400,000 as-is, with no improvements (board discussion, directed Bybee to email)
- Decided not to send letter to Sliman Sheep Company (based on Westover's update)
Airport Advisory Commission Meeting
The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to approve minutes and discuss several operational items, including updates on the pilots lounge, a rotating beacon, and a board member appointment. The agenda also includes reports from the airport manager and an engineer, but no major decisions or new business are listed.
- Approve meeting minutes (action item)
- Pilots Lounge update
- Board member appointment
- Rotating beacon
- Back Country Airport pamphlets and Chamber of Commerce advertising
The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission approved the February 20, 2023 meeting minutes and discussed several old business items, including a pilot lounge update and a board member appointment. The runway seal project bid went under budget and was awarded to Strait Stripe. No formal votes were recorded on other items.
- Approved February 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Awarded runway seal project to Strait Stripe (bid under budget)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 3, 2023, with action items including filling a Planning & Zoning Board vacancy, swearing in new police officers, and authorizing a $10,000 expenditure for the River Wall Project. The council will also consider recommendations for airport pavement rehabilitation, a lease amendment, and several invoices for water and wastewater projects.
- Authorize $10,000 expenditure and Mayor to sign agreement for River Wall Project
- JUB Engineers recommendation of award for Airport Pavement Rehabilitation
- George Parker Hanger Lease Amendment
- Keller Associates invoices for Water Project, WWTP Project, and 13th Ave Well SCADA programming
- Chief Fisher to swear in new police officers
The council awarded the Airport Pavement Rehabilitation contract to Straight Stripe Painting, Inc., contingent on FAA grant approval, and authorized a $9,000 expenditure for the River Wall Project. Several engineering invoices and a hanger lease amendment were also approved. The CD renewal for the Water Fund was tabled to the next meeting.
- Awarded Airport Pavement Rehabilitation contract to Straight Stripe Painting, Inc., contingent on FAA grant award
- Authorized $9,000 expenditure for River Wall Project and authorized mayor to sign agreement
- Approved amendment to George Parker hanger lease, adding 4,500 sq. ft. and beginning charges 5/1/23
- Approved GSE Construction Pay Application 5 for WWTP Project in amount of $612,275
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0230539 for Water Project in amount of $280
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0230541 for WWTP Project in amount of $69,530
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0230546 for 13th Ave Well SCADA Programming Changes in amount of $4,073.75
- Tabled CD Renewal for Water Fund to next meeting
City Council Public Hearing and Regular Meeting Agenda
The Gooding City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed $750 annexation fee (currently $0) and then vote on Resolution No. 285 to adopt it. They will also decide on a variance application for 202 Texas St, consider a request from Encor Solar for door-to-door sales, and take action on several other items including a Fair Housing Proclamation, payment approvals for airport and wastewater projects, and scheduling the FY24 budget hearing.
- Public hearing and action on Resolution No. 285: annexation fee increase from $0 to $750
- Variance application for 202 Texas St (Planning & Zoning recommendation and council approval/denial)
- Encor Solar demonstration and request for door-to-door sales
- JUB Engineers invoice #0160501 for Airport Pavement Rehabilitation
- Gooding County request to waive building permit fees
The council denied a variance application for 202 Texas St following a unanimous Planning & Zoning recommendation against it. They also approved Resolution No. 285 to establish a $750 annexation fee, up from $0. Other actions included approving a Fair Housing Proclamation, paying JUB Engineers $9,496 for airport pavement work, and scheduling the FY24 budget hearing for August 21, 2023.
- Denied variance application for 202 Texas St (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 285 establishing $750 annexation fee (unanimous)
- Authorized mayor to sign Fair Housing Proclamation (unanimous)
- Approved JUB Engineers invoice #0160501 for $9,496 (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates payment of $18,867 for WWTP design submittal (unanimous)
- Scheduled FY24 Budget Hearing for August 21, 2023 at 6:15 pm (unanimous)
- Waived building permit fees for Gooding County expansion (unanimous)
- Added Gooding County fee waiver request to agenda (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Regular Meeting Agenda
The Gooding Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from property owner Dustin Vincent for 202 Texas Street (Lots 11 and 12, Block 75, Gooding Townsite). The variance would allow a 4-plex to be built 10 feet into the city setbacks on the north side. Following the hearing, the commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and take action on the variance.
- Variance request by Dustin Vincent for 202 Texas Street to allow 4-plex 10 feet into north-side setbacks
- Public hearing under Idaho Code 67-6516
- Action item on variance permit during regular meeting
- Approval of February 16, 2023 regular meeting minutes
The Planning & Zoning Commission denied a variance permit for Dustin Vincent to build a 4-plex 10 feet into city setbacks at 202 Texas Street, citing insufficient lot square footage. The decision followed a public hearing where multiple neighbors opposed the project over traffic, safety, and neighborhood character concerns. The commission also approved the previous meeting's minutes.
- Denied variance permit for 4-plex at 202 Texas Street (3-0)
- Approved February 16, 2023 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to consider several action items, including a proposal to sell TOK, a property in the industrial area related to Joshua Westover, and a letter to Sliman Sheep Company. The board will also approve the February 2, 2023 meeting minutes and receive the treasurer's report. An executive session may be held if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1).
- TOK Sale Proposal - action item
- Joshua Westover; Industrial Area Property - action item
- Letter to Sliman Sheep Company - action item
- Approval of February 2, 2023 meeting minutes
- Treasurer report
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency board reached consensus on a 6% fee for T.O.K Commercial Real Estate to market an 18-acre industrial property valued at $540,000–$600,000. They approved the February 2023 meeting minutes and treasurer's report, and decided to delay a letter to Sliman Sheep Company until April 3, 2023.
- Consensus to accept 6% fee for T.O.K to market 18-acre industrial property
- Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (motion by Burg, seconded by Shepherd)
- Approved treasurer's report showing $49,883.18 fund balance (motion by Shepherd, seconded by Burg)
- Delayed sending letter to Sliman Sheep Company until April 3, 2023
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council approved the consent calendar including $1,213,992.13 in accounts payable and payroll, authorized a $362,504 payment to Keller Associates for the wastewater treatment plant project, and approved a Week of the Young Child proclamation. A request for a $10,000 payment to the Army Corps of Engineers for the river wall project was discussed but no action was taken. The police chief reported no new hires yet but hopes to fill three positions soon.
- Approved consent calendar: February 21, 2023 meeting minutes, accounts payable $1,213,992.13, and payroll $129,284.87 (3-0).
- Authorized payment to Keller Associates for WWTP project (3-0).
- Approved Week of the Young Child proclamation (3-0).
- Tabled action on Planning & Zoning Board vacancy.
- Discussed but did not vote on $10,000 payment to Army Corps for river wall project.
Regular City Council Meeting
The council authorized the mayor to sign a professional services agreement with JUB Engineers for the airport pavement rehabilitation project, and approved Resolution No. 284 declaring three city vehicles as surplus for auction. Several engineering invoices were also approved, and a public hearing was scheduled for March 20 on an annexation fee increase.
- Authorized mayor to sign JUB Engineers agreement for airport pavement rehab (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 284 declaring 2002 Dodge Ram 2500, 1995 Chevy S-10, and air compressor as surplus for auction (unanimous)
- Approved Keller Associates invoices: $1,090 (water system), $60,230 (WWTP), $270.40 (senior tank), $3,558.75 (13th Ave Well SCADA) (all unanimous)
- Scheduled public hearing for annexation fee increase for March 20, 2023 at 6:15 pm
- Allowed Rod Thomas to connect to city power line on Airport Road for $3,500
- Selected option D for fitness course graphic design (unanimous)
- Agreed to let Library District move forward with letter of intent for up to $500,000 building grant
- Added Airport Master Plan recommendation to agenda and noted board approval
Airport Advisory Commission Meeting
The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission will meet to discuss routine business, including approving minutes and considering an action item to authorize the board chair to sign master plan documents. The agenda also includes updates on the pilots lounge, a board member appointment, and a rotating beacon, as well as new business items like propane tank fills, snow removal, a courtesy car, and a W-2 hangar. The airport manager and an engineer are scheduled to report.
- Authorize Board Chair to Sign Master Plan Documents (action item)
- Propane Tank Fill In Safety Areas
- Snow Removal from Hangers
- Courtesy Car
- W-2 Hanger
The commission authorized Chair Landunn Koyle to sign master plan documents for presentation to the city board. Members discussed several operational items including windsock visibility, a propane tank relocation to meet FAA requirements, snow removal procedures, and replacement of a courtesy car. The airport manager reported that runway repair bids are due by April 1, 2023, and the taxiway will need replacement.
- Authorized board chair to sign master plan documents (moved by John Gough, seconded by Ted Pierson)
- Approved purchase of water heater and rugs for pilots lounge
- Approved fabrication of a visitor desk
- Approved getting a quote for window replacement
- Discussed propane tank filling in safety areas; tanks will need to be moved this summer to meet FAA requirements
- Decided snow will not be removed from personal hangers unless owners contact High Range or use community snow blower
- City purchased a van for the airport; High Range to choose one car to replace with van
- Discussed finding a way to purchase and remove the south hanger for taxiway safety zone
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting
The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, review Planned Unit Development (PUD) procedures and fees, and conduct the yearly review of the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also allows for an executive session if needed. This is a regular business meeting with action items on these topics.
- Approve January 23, 2023 regular meeting minutes
- Review Planned Unit Development (PUD) procedures and fees
- Yearly review of the Comprehensive Plan
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)
The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission approved the 2023 Comprehensive Plan with no changes, to be reviewed again in early 2024. They also discussed Planned Unit Development procedures and fees but took no action. The January 23, 2023 meeting minutes were approved.
- Approved January 23, 2023 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Comprehensive Plan with no changes for 2023, to be reviewed in early 2024 (unanimous)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 6, 2023, with several action items. They will vote on three requests to keep chickens at specific addresses, consider increasing the annexation application fee to $750, and review a master plan from T-O Engineers. The council will also receive updates on wastewater treatment plant financing and PFAS recovery, and may enter executive session to discuss legal matters.
- Chicken requests at 606 6th W, 1214 California St, and 414 Illinois St
- Proposed annexation application fee increase to $750
- Master plan presentation by T-O Engineers for review and acceptance
- WWTP financing update and pay application for GSE Construction
- Executive session for legal discussion on pending litigation
The council approved three requests to keep up to 4 hens each at 606 6th Ave W, 1214 California St, and 414 Illinois St. It adopted Resolution No. 283 for the 2023 airport master plan, contingent on Airport Advisory Board approval. The council also authorized paying $774,298 to GSE Construction for WWTP work and $19,500 in Region IV invoices, and signed a retainer agreement with Napoli Shkolnik for PFAS legal representation. A public hearing was scheduled on a proposed annexation fee increase to $750.
- Approved chicken permit for Wendy Franklin at 606 6th Ave W (4-0)
- Approved chicken permit for George Riggs at 1214 California St (4-0)
- Approved chicken permit for Madison Rost at 414 Illinois St (4-0)
- Scheduled public hearing on annexation fee increase to $750 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 283 for 2023 airport master plan (4-0)
- Approved GSE Construction Pay Application 3 for $774,298 (4-0)
- Approved Region IV invoices #1379 ($10,500) and #1380 ($9,000) (4-0)
- Authorized mayor to sign PFAS retainer agreement with Napoli Shkolnik (4-0)
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will hold its regular meeting to approve the January 5, 2023 meeting minutes, receive the treasurer's report, and consider listing a property with a real estate agent. The board will also set a future meeting date and may enter executive session if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1). The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 9:00 am.
- Approval of January 5, 2023 meeting minutes
- Treasurer report
- Listing property with real estate agent
- Setting next meeting date
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency approved minutes, the treasurer's report, and authorized listing a property with a real estate agent. The board also discussed rail access and easements with Glanbia and Sliman's, and changed its regular meeting date to the second Thursday of each month.
- Approved January 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved treasurer's report showing $49,875.11 ending fund balance (unanimous)
- Authorized Burg to contact listing agent to negotiate listing percentage for property
- Changed regular meeting date to second Thursday of each month (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting
The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission recommended the City Council adopt a $750 fee and standardized application for annexations, and approved adding street lighting requirements to the subdivision ordinance. The board also accepted a commissioner's resignation and tabled the yearly comprehensive plan review.
- Recommended $750 annexation fee and standardized application to City Council (3-0)
- Approved street lighting requirement in subdivision ordinance (3-0)
- Accepted Commissioner Dean Gooding's resignation (3-0)
- Approved November 2, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes (3-0)
- Approved November 17, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes (3-0)
- Tabled yearly review of the Comprehensive Plan
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting with a consent calendar, public comment, and several action items. Key business includes a request to extend a trailer parking permit, acceptance of a P&Z commissioner's resignation, authorization of a seepage test agreement, and approval of multiple invoices for water, wastewater, and tank improvement projects.
- Request to extend trailer parking permit (Brenda Fraser)
- Resignation of P&Z Commissioner Dean Gooding
- Authorize Mayor to sign Gooding Seepage Test Agreement
- Keller Associates invoices: #0224004 (Water), #0224006 (WWTP), #0224011 (Senior Ave Tank)
- Assignment of contract for Nexom for WWTP project
The council voted 4-0 to extend a trailer parking permit for up to 90 days and accepted a P&Z commissioner's resignation. It also authorized the mayor to sign a seepage test agreement with Keller Associates and approved several invoices and a WWTP procurement agreement. No public input or unfinished business was discussed.
- Extended trailer parking permit for up to 90 days (4-0)
- Accepted Dean Gooding's resignation from P&Z Commission (4-0)
- Authorized mayor to sign Gooding Seepage Test Agreement with Keller Associates (4-0)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0224004 for $280 (4-0)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0224006 for $37,600 (4-0)
- Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0224011 for $135.20 (4-0)
- Approved WWTP Project Procurement Agreement with Nexom (4-0)
- Agreed to minor sidewalk repairs on South Main Street
Urban Renewal Meeting
The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and the treasurer's report, and to take action on an industrial-area property owned by Joshua Westover, including possibly listing it with a real estate agent. An executive session may be held if needed under Idaho Code 74-206(1).
- Approval of minutes from June 9, 2022, June 15, 2022, and December 1, 2022 meetings
- Treasurer's report approval
- Action on Joshua Westover's industrial-area property
- Action on listing property with a real estate agent
- Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)
Regular City Council Meeting
The Gooding City Council will consider several action items related to the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) project, including payments to Keller Associates and approval of a procurement agreement with Huber Technology. The agenda also includes routine consent items (minutes, payroll, accounts payable, building permits) and public comment periods. No major policy decisions are listed beyond the WWTP-related approvals.
- Keller Associates payment recommendation for GSE Construction Pay Application 2 (WWTP Project)
- Keller Associates invoice #200-5834 for Trojan Technologies equipment pre-purchase design
- Huber Technology, Inc. procurement agreement approval for WWTP Project
- Keller Associates invoices #0223777 (WWTP), #0223774 (Water), #0223782 (Senior Tank Improvement)
- Recharge Project application resubmission for federal lands transportation/utility systems
The Gooding City Council approved several payments and agreements related to the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) project, including a $261,015 payment for GSE Construction and a $49,310 invoice from Keller Associates. The council also authorized the mayor to sign a federal lands application for a recharge project and approved a Huber Technology procurement agreement. All votes were 3-0.
- Approved $261,015 payment for GSE Construction Pay Application 2 for WWTP project (3-0)
- Approved $49,310 Keller Associates invoice #0223777 for WWTP project (3-0)
- Approved $18,000 payment for Trojan Technologies equipment pre-purchase design submittal (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to sign Huber Technology, Inc. procurement agreement for WWTP project (3-0)
- Authorized mayor to sign resubmitted application for Transportation and Utility Systems on Federal Lands (3-0)
- Approved $310 Keller Associates invoice #0223774 for Water project (3-0)
- Approved $405.60 Keller Associates invoice #0223782 for Senior Tank Improvement project (3-0)
- Approved consent calendar including December 19, 2022 meeting minutes, $1,901,901.93 accounts payable, $142,996.18 December payroll, and December building permits (3-0)