Gooding public meetings in 2025

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved updates to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Code on a motion by Commissioner Hagen, seconded by Burg. The yearly Comprehensive Plan review was tabled. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved PUD Code amendment (motion carried, 2-0)
• Tabled Comprehensive Plan yearly review

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved a $294,771 final payment to Keller Associates for the Main Street Water Line Project and authorized the mayor to sign fiscal year-end documents for airport grants. The council also purchased a storage shed from the mayor for $4,500, waived a hangar lease for FY2026 due to incomplete construction, and tabled several items pending the city attorney's review.

• Approved $294,771 final payment for Main Street Water Line Project (3-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign FY25 fiscal year-end documents for airport grants AIP022, AIP023, and AIP021 (3-0)
• Purchased storage shed from Mayor Houser for $4,500 (3-0)
• Waived hangar lease for Martin Menne at Hangar 5NE for FY2026 (3-0)
• Tabled swimming pool authority ordinance until attorney is present
• Tabled easements item until attorney is present
• Tabled vacation leave cash-out policy until attorney can review

Urban Renewal Meeting

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency (GURA) approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes and the November 2025 treasurer's report showing a fund balance of $37,105.63. The board discussed dissolving the URA but took no action, pending further information from the attorney. No property listing update was provided.

• Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved November 2025 treasurer's report (4-0)

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

The Airport Advisory Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council authorize the airport manager to invoice self-fuelers (other than permitted aerial applicators) the current fuel flowage fee of $0.075 per gallon on imported fuel they dispense. The commission also heard an informational update on a spring 2025 airport improvement project funded by FAA grants and city contributions, and tabled discussion on non-hangar storage fees until the next meeting.

• Recommended fuel flowage fee for self-fuelers (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including prior meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled discussion on non-hangar storage fees to January meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved the consent calendar including $832,206.67 in accounts payable, $190,866.60 in November payroll, and November building permits. They also approved several Keller Associates invoices for wastewater, water line, and lift station projects totaling over $304,000, plus a $10,679.60 payment to AECOM for sidewalk installation. The council approved the 2026 meeting schedule and nominated Jared Hillier for the ICRMP Board of Trustees. An executive session was held to discuss legal matters.

• Approved consent calendar including $832,206.67 accounts payable, $190,866.60 payroll, and November building permits (3-0)
• Approved 2026 City Council Meeting Schedule (3-0)
• Nominated Jared Hillier for ICRMP Region II Representative Board of Trustee (3-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0253756 for $32,390 for PH II Wastewater System Improvements (3-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0253758 for $9,637 for Main Street Water Line Replacement (3-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0253760 for $7,642.50 for WWTP Operations Support (3-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0253761 for $1,507.50 for SCADA Support Services (3-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Pay Application #4 for $253,056 for Lift Station Project (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed a preapplication for the Walker Center subdivision, which now replaces workforce housing with duplexes. The item was not voted on; it remains a preapplication review. The Commission also tabled a zoning code amendment proposal and a comprehensive plan yearly review.

• Approved minutes of November 6, 2025 public hearing and special meeting (motion by Burg, second by Bishop, carried)
• Tabled zoning code amendment proposal (Attorney Misseldine to provide draft)
• Tabled comprehensive plan yearly review pending subdivision and zoning map updates

Regular City Council Meeting

The council voted 4-0 to deny a special use permit for 322 California Street, following a Planning & Zoning recommendation citing traffic and neighbor opposition. They also approved five Keller Associates invoices totaling $59,347 for various water, sewer, and wastewater projects, and accepted the Workman & Company Audit Engagement Letter. A pipeline improvement pay application of $351,500 was approved. The council heard public comments on police concerns and water bill assistance but took no action.

• Denied special use permit for 322 California Street (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0253362 for $25,243.50 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0253366 for $523.50 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0253368 for $6,718.75 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0253369 for $331.25 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0253375 for $26,530 (4-0)
• Accepted Workman & Company Audit Engagement Letter (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Pay Application #1 for $351,500 (4-0)

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

The Commission accepted Todd Thomas's resignation as secretary and elected Kelli Gant as replacement (5-0). Kent Atkin of J.U.B. reported that the taxiway replacement project is 100% funded and the winning bidder is Summit; a presentation will be agendized for the next meeting. The Commission also discussed submitting a written ag operator fueling fee proposal to the City Council.

• Approved minutes from April 9, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Elected Kelli Gant as Commission Secretary (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Special Meeting Agenda

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and then voted unanimously to deny a Special Use Permit for Greg Gough's property at 322 California Street. The proposed ten-unit storage rental facility was opposed by neighbors and the police chief, and the fire chief noted the driveway did not meet the required 20-foot fire access width. No commissioners voted in favor of the permit.

• Denied Special Use Permit for 322 California Street storage facility (unanimous, 0-5)

Regular City Council Meeting

The council approved several financial items, including a $63,000 city contribution to partner with the Water Resources Board on a river wall project, and accepted a $90,600.12 energy efficiency incentive check from Idaho Power. Other approvals included payments for engineering and a lease purchase for a new sanitation truck. Two unfinished business items were tabled.

• Approved $63,000 cost share for river wall project (4-0)
• Accepted $90,600.12 Idaho Power energy efficiency incentive check
• Approved Frontier Community Resources Invoice #1685 for $15,000 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Pay Application #3 for $232,631 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Task Order No. 04 for engineering services (4-0)
• Approved lease purchase agreement with Columbia Bank for 2025 Peterbilt 520 garbage truck (4-0)
• Approved employee appreciation gift card list (4-0)
• Tabled bypass easement for pivot and sewer/stormwater findings until November 17, 2025

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved Pay Application #2 for M2 Construction on the Main Street Water Line Project for $208,392. A sewer and stormwater issue at 702 7th Ave W was discussed; the council deferred a decision, asking the property owner to review Keller Associates' recommendations and report back at a future meeting. The council also approved Resolution No. 305 for a functional classification change request, authorized disposal of obsolete police equipment, and set holiday closure hours.

• Approved Pay Application #2 for M2 Construction for $208,392 (3-0)
• Deferred decision on sewer/stormwater fix at 702 7th Ave W pending property owner review
• Approved Resolution No. 305 for functional classification change request and authorized $675 payment (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 304 authorizing disposal of obsolete police electronic equipment (3-0)
• Authorized city offices to close at noon on day before Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve (3-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved multiple infrastructure payments and contracts, including a $338,200 pay application for lift station improvements and a $68,160 change order for the Main Street waterline project. The council also authorized a contract with Gentry Civil Corp for wastewater collection system pipeline improvements and approved the mayor to sign a LRHIP application for chip sealing. A request by the Senior Center to renew its lease early was not acted upon, as the city attorney advised against terminating the existing lease.

• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0252915 for $58,830 for PH II wastewater system improvements (4-0)
• Approved Amendment to Owner-Consultant Agreement for Main Street Waterline Project (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Main Street Waterline Change Order #2 for $68,160 increase (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0252916 for $8,368 for Main Street Waterline Replacement (4-0)
• Approved GSE Construction Pay Application #2 for $338,200 for lift station improvements (4-0)
• Accepted DEQ authorization to award bid for wastewater collection system pipeline improvements to Gentry Civil Corp (4-0)
• Approved contract with Gentry Civil Corp for collection system pipeline improvements (4-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign LRHIP application for chip sealing (4-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council awarded the Collection System Pipeline Improvement Project to Gentry Civil Corp, the low bidder, and approved several other infrastructure contracts and change orders. The council also authorized the public works director to approve change orders up to 10% of the Main Street Waterline Project contract price and accepted a letter of intent for garbage truck financing. One pay request was tabled until the next meeting.

• Awarded Collection System Pipeline Improvement Project to Gentry Civil Corp (4-0)
• Approved Pay Application #1 for GSE Construction for Lift Station Improvements, $194,893 (4-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Main Street Waterline Project, $27,160 for rock removal (4-0)
• Authorized PWD Bybee to approve change orders up to 10% of contract price for Main Street Waterline Project (4-0)
• Tabled Main Street Waterline Project Pay Request No. 2 until next meeting
• Accepted letter of intent for garbage truck lease financing from Columbia Bank, $307,583.35 at 5.90% for 5 years (4-0)
• Approved 2025/2026 ICRMP Insurance policy as presented (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Urban Renewal Meeting

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency approved the 2025/2026 ICRMP insurance policy and its $1,319 invoice, renewed a property listing with TOK at a reduced rate of 75¢ per square foot, and approved the July 10 meeting minutes, treasurer's report, and a weed control invoice. A discussion on dissolving the URA was tabled.

• Approved ICRMP insurance policy (3-0)
• Approved ICRMP insurance invoice for $1,319 (3-0)
• Approved listing 14.15 acres at 75¢/sq ft and renewed listing with TOK for one year (3-0)
• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved treasurer's report showing $38,514.03 ending balance (3-0)
• Approved Tri-County Noxious Weed Control invoice for $223.16 (3-0)
• Tabled discussion on dissolving the URA

Regular City Council Meeting

The council selected the $52.6 million 'Escalated 902 Limit' option for the River Wall Rehabilitation project, which includes channel rehabilitation up to Oregon Street, replacement of Nevada and Idaho Street bridges, replacement of one bridge at Montana, Wyoming, or Oregon streets, and pedestrian bridge work. The decision was made due to poor project analysis and lack of knowledge from the Army Corps of Engineers, which prevented the full scope. The council also approved several other items, including a Planning & Zoning Board appointment, FAA taxilane project authorization, and multiple Keller Associates invoices.

• Approved $52.6M River Wall Rehabilitation option (4-0)
• Appointed Tonya Burg to Planning & Zoning Board (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign FAA Final RFR No. 3 for Taxilane Construction and Reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Main Street Waterline Pay Application #1 for $87,970 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0252497 for SCADA Support Services for $2,138.07 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0252496 for WWTP Operations Support for $4,715 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0252495 for WW Permit On-Call Support for $355 (4-0)
• Adopted Falls Prevention Awareness Proclamation (4-0)

City Council Public Hearing and Regular Meeting Agenda

The City Council unanimously adopted the FY 2025-26 budget of $22,283,919 and approved rate increases for water, sewer, and sanitation services via Resolution No. 301. The council also approved a short-term rental resolution, a variance permit at 906 Montana Street, and several infrastructure contracts. All votes were 4-0.

• Adopted FY 2025-26 budget of $22,283,919 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 301 raising water, sewer, and sanitation fees (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 302 for short-term rentals (4-0)
• Approved variance permit at 906 Montana Street (4-0)
• Approved Notice to Proceed for Main Street Waterline Project (4-0)
• Approved $8,500 invoice to Frontier Community Resources for WWTP project (4-0)
• Approved $32,404 invoice to Keller Associates for wastewater improvements (4-0)
• Authorized 12-month CD at Idaho Central Credit Union at 4.20% interest (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Special Meeting Agenda

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a variance permit for John Strout to build an addition at 906 Montana Street that extends 5 feet into the city's required setback, matching the existing encroachment. The motion passed unanimously with all present members voting in favor. A proposed zoning code amendment for mixed-use opportunities in residential neighborhoods was tabled for further review.

• Approved variance permit for John Strout to construct addition at 906 Montana Street extending 5 feet into setback (4-0)
• Tabled zoning code amendment proposal for mixed-use and near zero lot line construction in residential neighborhoods

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council voted 4-0 to adopt the tentative budget for fiscal year 2025/2026. The council also approved an Area of Impact proposal for future annexations and authorized an early closure of City Hall on August 13 for a parade. A request to install railroad quiet zones was declined due to lack of funds.

• Adopted tentative budget for FY 2025/2026 (4-0)
• Approved Area of Impact proposal for annexation planning (4-0)
• Approved early closure of City Hall at noon on August 13 for parade (4-0)
• Agreed to submit ICRMP claim for AWOS equipment damage (no formal vote recorded)
• Declined railroad quiet zone request due to insufficient funds
• Discussed but took no action on leasing old fire station to Blue Fire Wilderness Therapy

Planning & Zoning Special Meeting Agenda

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission held a special meeting on July 24, 2025, to discuss three action items. They reviewed a preapplication for the Walker Center Subdivision, which aims to address the local need for attainable housing, and agreed to collaborate further before the preliminary plat submission. The Commission voted unanimously (4-0) to offer alternative screening solutions to the Public Works Director regarding a mobile home park screening requirement. They also voted unanimously (4-0) to support a proposed revision to the Impact Area Map. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved alternative screening solutions for mobile home park (4-0)
• Supported proposed Impact Area Map revision (4-0)
• Discussed Walker Center Subdivision preapplication; no formal vote taken

City Council Budget Work Session

The Gooding City Council held a budget work session to review the draft FY25/26 budget for all departments. The Council reviewed revenues and expenditures for the General, Clerk's, Police, Streets, Parks, Water, Sewer, Wastewater, and Sanitation departments. Rates for Water, Sewer, and Sanitation services will be increased by 3%.

• Reviewed FY25/26 draft budget for all departments
• Approved 3% rate increase for Water, Sewer, and Sanitation services

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved several Keller Associates invoices for various infrastructure projects and awarded a $466,968 Main Street water line replacement contract to M2 Construction. The council also authorized a notice to proceed for a collection system lift station project and tabled a short-term rental resolution pending legal review. A river wall construction item was tabled pending additional documents from the Army Corps of Engineers.

• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0252128 for WWTP Project ($1,260) (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0252132 for PH II Wastewater System Improvements ($21,132) (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0252134 for Main Street Water Line Replacement ($3,565) (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0252137 for Arizona & 7th Ave Sewer & Stormwater Project ($2,015.25) (4-0)
• Awarded Bid Schedule A for Main Street Waterline to M2 Construction ($466,968) (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Notice to Proceed for Collection System Lift Station Project for GSE (4-0)
• Tabled river wall construction option pending Army Corps of Engineers documents
• Tabled short-term rental resolution until City Attorney is present

City Council Special Meeting

The council met in a special session and voted unanimously to enter executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(c) to discuss acquiring real property not owned by a public agency, with representatives from the US Army Corps of Engineers present. The meeting reconvened and adjourned without any other substantive decisions or public actions.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (3-0, with two council members absent from roll call vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:13 pm with no further business

Urban Renewal Meeting

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency approved the FY 25/26 budget as presented and the May 2025 meeting minutes, all by unanimous 3-0 votes. The board also discussed lowering a property listing price due to a shift to a buyer's market and the potential dissolution of the URA, but took no action on those items.

Regular City Council Meeting

The council unanimously approved a series of new business items, including authorizing the mayor to sign the ICDBG Closeout Agreement and paying $3,500 for the WWTP project closeout. They also approved the Airport Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP), a service agreement with JUB Engineers for taxilane construction and reconstruction, and multiple engineering invoices and task orders with Keller Associates. Additionally, the council adopted Resolution No. 300 for River Wall Channel Construction and authorized the mayor to sign a water rights lease agreement with the City of Pocatello and an Idaho Transportation Department agreement for the Main Street Project.

• Authorized mayor to sign ICDBG Closeout Agreement and pay $3,500 to Frontier Community Resources (4-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign Airport Capital Improvement Plan (ACIP) (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers Service Agreement for Taxilane Construction and Reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers RFR #2 for AIR021 for Taxiway Construction and Taxilane Reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers Invoice #0185339 for $27,857.10 (4-0)
• Approved multiple Keller Associates invoices totaling $48,819.75 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 300 for River Wall Channel Construction (4-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign Idaho Transportation Department Agreement for Main Street Project (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Gooding City Council held a work session to review the draft FY 25/26 budget. Discussion included a proposed 7% cost-of-living adjustment, a 10% increase for health insurance, and utility rates. No votes or decisions were taken; the session was purely informational.

• No decisions made; meeting was a budget review work session only

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved a $5,000 invoice from Idaho Land Law, PLLC (Invoice #2025022) in a 4-0 vote. A request from Daniel Brown for an Airbnb exemption was discussed only in terms of fees, with no action taken. The council also heard a proposal from the Airport Advisory Board to charge commercial ag operators $1,500 annually plus a 7.5-cent-per-gallon fuel flowage fee, pending a revised permit from the city attorney. A request from Will Taylor to install a stop sign on 13th Avenue East or Montana Street was referred to the police chief and public works director for review.

• Approved Idaho Land Law invoice #2025022 for $5,000 (4-0)
• Tabled Daniel Brown's Airbnb exemption request; discussed fees only
• Heard Airport Advisory Board proposal: $1,500 annual fee + 7.5¢/gal fuel flowage for ag operators; attorney to revise permit
• Referred stop sign request (13th Ave E or Montana St) to Police Chief Fisher and PWD Bybee for review
• Noted public swimming pools become unregulated July 1; city may consider taking over oversight

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved a series of airport-related items, including two grant applications (AIP022 and AIP023), multiple FAA reimbursement requests, and closeout reports. The council also approved four engineering invoices for various infrastructure projects totaling $28,161.15, and granted fireworks applications for Outlet Fireworks LLC and Phantom Fireworks. A request to waive a building permit fee for Gooding County's fiber hut was approved, and the council discussed but took no action on a request for an AirBnB exemption, recommending it be discussed in executive session.

• Approved Consent Calendar including May 19 meeting minutes, accounts payable ($119,049.71), May payroll ($180,497.82), and May building permits (4-0).
• Approved waiving the building permit fee for Gooding County's fiber hut construction (4-0).
• Approved four Keller Associates and JUB Engineers invoices for WWTP, sewer/stormwater, water line, and taxilane projects totaling $28,161.15 (4-0 each).
• Authorized the Mayor to sign Airport Grant Applications for AIP022 and AIP023 (4-0 each).
• Authorized the Mayor to sign FAA RFR #1 for AIP021 ($114,829.33 reimbursement) and FAA closeout reports for AIP016 and AIP017 (4-0 each).
• Approved fireworks applications for Outlet Fireworks LLC and Phantom Fireworks (4-0 each).
• Approved using mower savings funds to purchase a security camera for West Park, estimated at $4,353.00 (4-0).
• Moved into executive session to discuss legal matters regarding the AirBnB exemption request (4-0).

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved the TNT Fireworks application for the upcoming season and promoted Detective Neill Martin to sergeant. The council also committed $2,250 to REDS for operating expenses. A request for an AirBnB exemption at 301 University Ave E was tabled.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Promoted Detective Neill Martin to sergeant
• Approved TNT Fireworks application (4-0)
• Committed $2,250 to REDS for operating expenses (4-0)
• Tabled AirBnB exemption request at 301 University Ave E
• Adjourned into executive session for legal matters (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission tabled the yearly review of the Comprehensive Plan to continue discussion at the next meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the May 1, 2025 public hearing and special meeting.

• Tabled Comprehensive Plan yearly review for further discussion at next meeting
• Approved May 1, 2025 public hearing and special meeting minutes

Urban Renewal Meeting

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency (GURA) held a brief regular meeting on May 8, 2025, with four members present. The board unanimously approved the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes and the April 2025 treasurer's report, which showed an ending fund balance of $38,320.58. No other business or public comment was conducted, and the meeting adjourned after about two minutes.

• Approved April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved April 2025 treasurer's report showing $38,320.58 ending balance (4-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved a variance permit for 1041 Idaho Street, allowing construction to encroach on city setbacks, based on a P&Z recommendation. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 733 for an Intermountain Gas franchise fee agreement, approved a prosecuting attorney agreement, and authorized several Keller Associates invoices for various infrastructure projects. A request to paint murals on city park restrooms was approved, while an Airbnb exemption request was not addressed as the applicant was absent.

• Approved variance permit for 1041 Idaho Street (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 733 for Intermountain Gas franchise fee agreement (4-0)
• Approved prosecuting attorney agreement (4-0)
• Approved mural painting on restroom walls at East Park and West Park (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates invoice #0250939 for WWTP project ($6,520) (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates invoice #0250945 for Main Street water line replacement ($2,798) (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates invoice #0250947 for PH II wastewater system improvements ($66,862) (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates invoice #0250950 for Arizona & 7th Ave W sewer/stormwater project ($2,330.25) (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Special Meeting Agenda

The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing and then voted unanimously to approve a variance permit for Ranley and Bonnie Koyle, allowing them to extend their home 4 feet 4 inches into the City's setback on Idaho Street and 7 feet 3 inches into the setback on 11th Avenue West. The commission also approved the March 20, 2025 regular meeting minutes and tabled the Comprehensive Plan Yearly Review.

• Approved variance permit for 1041 Idaho Street, allowing 4'4" encroachment on Idaho Street and 7'3" on 11th Ave West (4-0)
• Approved March 20, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled Comprehensive Plan Yearly Review

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved a contract with GSE Construction for the Lift Station Improvement Project, purchased an AED for City Hall and the Public Works shop, and joined an abatement suit with Gooding County against a property. All votes were 4-0. The council also approved several invoices and a time extension request, and tabled an Airbnb exemption request pending proof of room rentals.

• Approved Lift Station Project Contract with GSE Construction (4-0)
• Approved $10,000 Idaho Land Law invoice (4-0)
• Approved $623 Keller Associates invoice for water facilities study (4-0)
• Approved $44,500 in Frontier Community Resources invoices for WWTP project (4-0)
• Approved extension request for State of Idaho Dept. of Water Resources (4-0)
• Approved purchase of AED for City Hall and Public Works shop (4-0)
• Joined abatement suit with Gooding County against 1937 Wood River Road (4-0)
• Tabled Airbnb exemption request for 301 University Ave E pending proof

Urban Renewal Meeting

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency board approved the February 13, 2025 meeting minutes and the March 2025 treasurer's report showing a fund balance of $38,273.57. The board also voted to meet in May 2025 and then every other month for the remainder of the year. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 13, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved March 2025 treasurer's report with $38,273.57 ending balance (4-0)
• Approved meeting schedule: May 2025 then every other month for rest of year (4-0)

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission unanimously approved a restructuring of agricultural operations fees. The new structure reduces the annual operating fee from $2,000 to $1,500 and adds a voluntary $0.075 per gallon fuel flowage fee for fuel not purchased on the field. The proposal will be presented to the city council.

• Approved restructuring of ag operations fee: annual fee reduced to $1,500 with voluntary $0.075/gal fuel flowage fee (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The council approved a revised ESPA agreement for allocation of mitigation obligations, accepted an amendment to the Keller Associates service contract for lift station improvements, and approved three Keller Associates invoices totaling $65,910 for wastewater and water line projects. A request for a 'build back letter' for a home at 45 Nebraska Street was not acted upon because it was not an action item. The council also discussed but did not vote on proposed changes to aerial applicator permit fees at the city airport.

• Approved revised ESPA Agreement for Allocation of Mitigation Obligations (3-0)
• Accepted amendment to Keller Associates Service Contract for Collection System Lift Station Improvements Project (3-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0250546 for $5,220 for WWTP Project (3-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0250547 for $59,880 for PH II Wastewater System Improvements (3-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0250555 for $810 for Main St. Water Line Replacement (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including March 17 meeting minutes, accounts payable of $244,141.16, March payroll of $170,086.08, and March building permits (3-0)
• Administered Oath of Office to newly hired Police Officer Josh Boyle

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

The Gooding City Planning & Zoning Commission approved the February 20, 2025 regular meeting minutes unanimously (4-0). The only substantive item was the comprehensive plan yearly update, which was tabled for further review. No new business was discussed. The meeting adjourned at 2:10 PM.

• Approved February 20, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled comprehensive plan yearly update for continued review

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council awarded the Collection System Lift Station Improvement Project to GSE Construction for a total of $2,803,400 (base and additive bids). The council also approved a water share lease to Turner Dairy for $23,095.13 per year, accepted a fiber project design, approved a sidewalk installation agreement with ITD, denied a water tower repaint estimate, and approved several other items including an alcohol license transfer and proclamations. All votes were 3-0.

• Awarded lift station project to GSE Construction for $2,803,400 (3-0)
• Approved water share lease to Turner Dairy for $23,095.13/year (3-0)
• Accepted fiber project design from Reliance Engineering (3-0)
• Approved ITD sidewalk installation agreement on SH 46 (3-0)
• Denied $175,000-$200,000 estimate to repaint 4th Ave water tower (3-0)
• Approved $10,000 invoice for river wall right-of-way agent service (3-0)
• Approved sign permit for Mortar & Pestle at 445 Main Street (3-0)
• Approved transfer of 2025 alcohol license to Mulligan's Tap House (3-0)

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

The commission voted to recommend a $0.075/gallon fuel charge for commercial operators who bring fuel onto the airport, paired with reducing the annual permit fee to $1,000 per operation. Discussion also included developing a rules manual and separating airport leases from fuel flow in the city budget. No final decisions were made on funding for runway projects, as FAA has asked JUB to hold off on bidding.

• Approved motion to recommend $0.075/gallon fuel charge for commercial operators and reduce annual permit fee to $1,000 per operation (unanimous).

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council approved a $1.50 hourly wage increase for patrol officers, adopted two airport grant resolutions, and approved several professional service invoices and agreements. The council also tabled an AirBnB exemption request due to incomplete documentation.

• Approved $1.50/hour wage increase for patrol officers (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 300 for ITD Aeronautics Grant AIP021 (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 301 for ITD Aeronautics Grant AIP013 (3-0)
• Approved Keller Associates invoices totaling $62,043 (3-0)
• Appointed City Clerk as Fair Housing Coordinator (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 299 for Destruction of Records (3-0)
• Approved iWorQ software purchase for $5,000 (3-0)
• Tabled AirBnB exemption request for 301 University Ave E

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission approved the January 16, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4-0) and tabled the Comprehensive Plan Yearly Update for further review. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 2:10 PM.

• Approved January 16, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled Comprehensive Plan Yearly Update for continued review

Regular City Council Meeting

The council approved a Fair Housing Proclamation (3-0), reopened sealed bids for Big Wood/American Falls water shares after receiving only one bid, and approved several other items including an LED street light upgrade and a spring clean-up dumpster contract. The council also tabled two Idaho Transportation Department grant agreements for airport seal and crack repair.

• Approved Fair Housing Proclamation Resolution No. 298 (3-0)
• Reopened sealed bids for Big Wood/American Falls water shares after only one bid received (3-0)
• Approved JUB Invoice #0180855 for $9,169.65 (3-0)
• Approved upgrade to 85-watt LED street lights at additional $5,996.40 annually (3-0)
• Accepted $335 quote from 42 North Rentals for spring clean-up dumpster service (3-0, two members abstained)
• Tabled ITD Division of Aeronautics grant agreements for Projects AIP021 and AIP013
• Scheduled FY 2025/26 budget hearing for August 18, 2025 at 6:15 pm
• Approved consent calendar including February 3 meeting minutes and delinquent accounts to collections (3-0)

City Council Public Hearing and Regular Meeting Agenda

The City Council held a public hearing on a proposed budget amendment for the River Wall Project, receiving no testimony. The council then approved the amendment (Ordinance No. 732) 4-0. A single sealed bid of $10,000 for Big Wood/American Falls water shares was tabled for further research. The council also approved several engineering invoices and a grant administration services amendment for the wastewater project.

• Approved budget amendment (Ordinance No. 732) for FY 2023-24 Streets Fund for River Wall Project (4-0)
• Tabled sealed bid from Joe D. Pavkov for Big Wood/American Falls water shares to research lease rates (4-0)
• Approved Region IV Development dba Frontier Community Resources Amendment for Wastewater System Improvement Project (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0244353 for WWTP Project for $25,925 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0244389 for PH II Wastewater System Improvement Project for $29,990 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0244358 for Main St. Water Line Replacement Project for $5,928 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0244356 and ORF #19 for Water Facilities Planning Study for $1,161 (4-0)
• Tabled Idaho Transportation Department Division of Aeronautics grant agreements for seal and crack repair (items 9i and 9j) at PWD Bybee's request

Regular City Council Meeting

The council voted 4-0 to deny the Gooding University Inn's request to be exempt from short-term rental requirements, as the ordinance does not provide exemptions for lodging facilities. The council also approved adding Army Corps of Engineers river wall construction plans as an action item and approved a $425 invoice for a water facilities planning study.

• Denied Gooding University Inn's request for short-term rental exemption (4-0)
• Added Army Corps of Engineers River Wall Construction Plans as action item (3-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0243080 for $425 and ORF 17 (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including January 6, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned into executive session to discuss legal matters (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission approved the November 21, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. The commission tabled the Comprehensive Plan Yearly Review to allow members to review the current plan and discuss updates at the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 21, 2024 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled Comprehensive Plan Yearly Review (4-0)

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

The meeting was largely procedural: roll call, visitor business, and approval of prior minutes were noted. The only substantive item was a discussion about evaluating commercial operation fuel charges, with the board deciding to develop two options to present to the City of Gooding. No votes or final decisions were taken on any agenda item.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Board will develop two fuel charge options for City of Gooding (discussion only, no vote)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council voted 4-0 to deny the Gooding University Inn's request to be exempt from short-term rental requirements, following the city attorney's opinion that the parcel is not solely commercial and the code applies. The Council also approved a letter for Marksman Outfitters to operate at 301 E Roosevelt, adopted Ordinance No. 731 on handicap parking, and approved multiple engineering invoices and lease agreements for airport hangars. A public hearing to amend the 2023/2024 budget was scheduled for February 3, 2025.

• Denied University Inn exemption from short-term rental requirements (4-0)
• Approved letter for Marksman Outfitters to operate at 301 E Roosevelt (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 731 on handicap parking (4-0)
• Approved Hanger 6-W Lease Agreement for Hanger6West, LLC (4-0)
• Approved Hanger 9-W Lease Agreement for Red Baron Ag Service, Inc. (4-0)
• Revised airport hangar lease to remove Airport Manager as signer (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates invoices totaling $92,726.40 for water/wastewater projects (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing to amend 2023/2024 budget for February 3, 2025 (4-0)