Pocatello public meetings in 2023

City Council

The scheduled Council Clarification meeting and the Regular City Council meeting for December 21, 2023, have been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of a quorum. Items will be rescheduled to future meetings as needed.

• Cancellation of 5:30 p.m. Council Clarification meeting
• Cancellation of 6:00 p.m. Regular City Council meeting

City Council

The scheduled Council Clarification meeting and Regular City Council meeting for December 21, 2023, have been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of a quorum. Items will be rescheduled as needed.

City Council

This special joint meeting includes representatives from the City, County, ISU, and School District #25. The agenda focuses on discussions regarding Dark Sky ordinances and new ordinance development for separating sidewalks and streets on arterial roads and collectors.

• Discussion of Dark Sky ordinances
• Discussion of sidewalk and street separation on arterial roads and collectors
• Discussion regarding the 'College Town Coalition'
• Farewell to President Kevin Satterlee

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will review a request from Susan Parsons for a variance regarding setbacks at 713 S. Hayes Avenue. The application seeks to allow a home addition and the rebuilding of an enclosed staircase on a triangular lot.

• Public hearing for Variance File 23-2882
• Request for zero setbacks on the southwest side of the home
• Request to maintain a 12-foot front setback instead of the required 15 feet
• Proposed addition to increase the building footprint in the Residential Medium Density Multi-Family zone

City Council

The City Council work session scheduled for December 14, 2023, has been canceled. Agenda items will be rescheduled to a future meeting as needed.

Planning & Zoning Commission

This agenda is a notice that the Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission meetings scheduled for Wednesday, December 13 at 6:00 and 6:30 p.m. have been cancelled. The next meetings are scheduled for January 10 at 6:00 and 6:30 p.m. No business items are listed for this date.

• Cancellation of December 13 Planning & Zoning Commission meetings
• Next meetings scheduled for January 10 at 6:00 and 6:30 p.m.

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will hold a special meeting on December 7, 2023. The council intends to enter an executive session to discuss legal counsel regarding pending litigation and labor contract matters.

• Executive Session: discussion of pending litigation
• Executive Session: consideration of labor contract matters

City Council

The City Council will review several contract awards for Water Department materials totaling $654,323.23. The agenda also includes a match increase for the Center Street Railroad Bridge Underpass Project and a lease agreement for a youth group home.

• Authorize $150,995.00 payment to Idaho Transportation Department for Center Street Railroad Bridge Underpass
• Award Water Department material bids totaling $654,323.23 to multiple vendors
• Approve $288,451.88 purchase of a 2024 CV515 International valve truck via Sourcewell contract
• Approve lease agreement for 735 North Main Street with Bannock Youth Foundation at $1.00 per year
• Review setback exception for Townhomes at City View on Ammon Drive

City Council

The meeting will discuss and clarify items from the regular council agenda.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hear an update on the Pocatello Downtown Historic Design Standards from consultant Kirk Huffaker. The commission will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings and discuss preservation projects including community outreach, Federal Building research, and Brady Chapel.

• Update on Pocatello Downtown Historic Design Standards from Kirk Huffaker
• Approval of minutes from October 17 and November 2, 2023 meetings
• Discussion of preservation projects: Community Engagement, Federal Building Research, Brady Chapel

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is holding a special meeting to hold a discussion regarding goals for the City. This item is listed as an action item on the agenda.

• Discussion of goals for the City

City Council

The meeting will discuss clarifying points from the regular council agenda.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval or denial of a city-initiated repeal of Title 15.20 (Sign Code) and amendments to Title 17 (Zoning Regulations), which would integrate new sign standards into the zoning ordinance. The commission will also approve minutes from the October 11, 2023 meeting. Staff recommends approval, citing consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and community interest.

• Public hearing on repeal of Title 15.20 Sign Code and amendments to Title 17 Zoning Regulations
• Proposed new sign standards include prohibiting off-premises/billboard signs and signs on properties with no established use
• Sign survey (Dec 2022–Jan 2023) with nearly 400 responses informed the draft
• Approval of October 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff report notes no written public comments received as of report submission

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission is holding an agenda clarification meeting on November 15, 2023. The only substantive item is a discussion to clarify items on the regular meeting agenda. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is procedural in nature.

• Agenda clarification discussion for the November 15, 2023 P&Z meeting

City Council

The City Council will review proposed changes to the City Financial Policy and receive an update on Police Retirement Fund funding requirements. The meeting also includes updates from the Housing Alliance and Community Partners, the Bannock Development Corporation, and a Fire Department presentation on predictive modeling.

• Proposed changes to the existing City Financial Policy
• Update on Police Retirement Fund and future funding requirements
• Presentation on Darkhorse Emergency data analytics platform for the Fire Department
• Bannock Development Corporation activity update
• Housing Alliance and Community Partners goals and projects discussion

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is reviewing a request for a sign exception at 1599 Yellowstone Avenue. The applicant seeks to exceed allowed square footage by 30 square feet and install one additional wall sign beyond what is permitted for multi-use commercial plazas.

• Public hearing for sign exception File 23-2562 at 1599 Yellowstone Avenue
• Request to exceed multi-use plaza signage by 30 square feet
• Request for one additional wall sign beyond City Code 15.20.200 limits

City Council

The City Council will discuss and clarify items from their upcoming regular meeting.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to Title 17 Zoning Regulations. The agenda also includes a vote on a motor grader lease and the adoption of a new Employee Personnel Policy Handbook.

• Public hearing for amendments to Title 17: Zoning Regulations
• Lease of one Caterpillar 150 AWD Motor Grader via five annual payments of $38,256.26
• Adoption of a new Employee Personnel Policy Handbook
• Short plat application for Chatterton Acres to subdivide 2.09 acres into three lots
• Ordinance to modify criminal penalties for nuisance violations

Historic Preservation Commission

The Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Historic Downtown Pocatello, Inc. for a sign exception and certificate of appropriateness for signage at Lookout Point Park. Staff recommends denial, finding the proposed internally illuminated pole and wall signs do not comply with city code or historic district guidelines. The commission will also approve minutes and discuss preservation projects.

• Public hearing on sign exception 23-2395 and certificate of appropriateness COA 23-6 for Lookout Point signage
• Staff recommends denial of the sign exception and certificate of appropriateness
• Signage installed without approvals; pole and internally illuminated signs not permitted in Downtown Historic District
• Approval of October 17, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Discussion of preservation projects including Federal Building research and Brady Chapel

City Council

The City Council will discuss and clarify items from their regular meeting agenda.

City Council

The City Council will consider a $2,600,000 HUD grant application to address affordable housing barriers. The agenda also includes contract approvals for playground resurfacing and a new water slide at Ross Park.

• Approval of $2,600,000 HUD PRO Housing grant application
• $153,413.40 contract for Brooklyn’s Playground Resurfacing Project with Final Cut Turf and Recreation, LLC
• $639,279.00 purchase for Ross Park Water Slide Project with Splashtacular, Inc.
• Final $122,000.00 payment for the Lookout Point Project at 435 West Center Street
• Public hearing for the CDBG PY2024 Annual Action Plan

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a metal awning on the rear of the Petersen Building at 224 N. Main Street. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss preservation projects and assignments. A work session on public hearing processes is scheduled.

• Certificate of Appropriateness (COA 23-7) for a metal awning on the east side of 224 N. Main Street (Petersen Building)
• Approval of minutes from September 6 and October 4, 2023 meetings
• Discussion of preservation projects including Community Engagement, Federal Building Research, and Brady Chapel
• Public hearing process training work session

City Council

This special town hall meeting is scheduled for an update and discussion regarding various City construction projects. The agenda also includes a period for public comments on city government-related topics.

• Update and discussion on City construction projects

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review proposed changes to misdemeanor penalties for code violations. Staff will also present updated cost estimates and status reports for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) projects.

• Proposed revisions to Municipal Code 8.14.110 regarding misdemeanor penalties
• Proposed changes to the Personnel Policy Handbook discipline policy
• Updated cost estimates and status of ARPA projects
• Pocatello Arts Council goals and projects update
• Housing Alliance and Community Partners (HACP) project discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on city-initiated text amendments to Title 17: Zoning Regulations. The amendments cover a wide range of topics, including definitions, nonconforming structures, conditional use permits, variances, historic preservation, and use tables. The Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council, which has final approval authority. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call and approval of the September 13, 2023 minutes.

• Public hearing on Title 17 text amendments (e.g., definitions, nonconforming structures, CUP and variance timeframes, historic preservation overlay, use table changes)
• Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Amendments include allowing retail sales in home occupations, extending CUP and variance establishment to two years, and adding Certificate of Appropriateness process for historic properties

Planning & Zoning Commission

This meeting is a procedural session to clarify items on the October 11, 2023, Planning and Zoning Commission agenda. No specific land use decisions or projects are listed for discussion in this session.

• Agenda clarification discussion

City Council

The City Council convened for a clarification meeting to discuss items listed on the October 5, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No specific legislative actions or new business were listed for this session.

City Council

The City Council convened a special meeting to enter an executive session. The purpose of this session is to communicate with legal counsel regarding pending or imminent litigation.

• Executive Session to discuss legal ramifications and options for pending litigation

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on several items including rezoning applications, grant approvals, and contract awards. The most significant item is a public hearing to reserve a forgone amount of $589,827 for potential future uses.

• Public Hearing/Resolution – FORGONE BALANCE: Reserving $589,827 for Fiscal Year 2024
• Final Plat Application – Jazmine Estates 1st Addition Subdivision: 6.56 acres into 13 lots east of Jazmine Street and Dolostone Drive
• Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Planning Grant: $522,500 total project cost with a 25% match
• South 5th ADA Improvements Project Addendum to ITD Cooperative Agreement
• Pickleball Courts Project Bids: Accepting bids for surfacing ($70,500), fencing ($33,895), and lighting ($106,667)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a metal awning on the east (rear) façade of the Petersen Building at 224 N. Main Street. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss preservation projects and public hearing training.

• Certificate of Appropriateness (COA 23-7) for a 12 ft by 5 ft metal awning with building identification sign at 224 N. Main St. (Petersen Building)
• Approval of minutes from September 6, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of preservation projects including Downtown Historic District Design Standards, Federal Building research, and Brady Chapel restoration
• Public hearing process training for commission members

City Council

This is a clarification meeting intended to discuss items listed on the September 21, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No specific legislative actions or new items are listed for decision.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a range of items including budget amendments, daycare license appeals, and policy updates. Notably, they will review a grant application for an $8.5 million project to improve connectivity in Pocatello.

• Grant application for $8.5M bike/pedestrian infrastructure along Terry Street, 1st Avenue, and Benton Street overpass
• Final plat application for Brock Place Townhomes subdivision southeast of Brock Drive and Philbin Road
• Resolution amending Drug/Alcohol Testing Policy for employees requiring Commercial Driver’s Licenses
• Resolution amending Public Transit Department's Drug/Alcohol Testing Policy

City Council

The City Council will review proposed September Fiscal Year 2023 budget amendments ahead of a public hearing. The work session also includes discussions on airport planning, grant applications for river restoration, and updates to zoning and sanitation ordinances.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2023 September Budget amendments
• WaterSMART Grant application for Portneuf River Oxbow Restoration Project design plans
• Proposed South 5th Corridor annexation
• Updates to Pocatello Municipal Code Title 17 Zoning Regulations
• Resolution for Center Street Railroad Bridge Underpass rehabilitation cost sharing

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a preliminary plat application for the Oakwood Subdivision, a 2.483-acre replat at 1246 Yellowstone Avenue into five lots. The commission will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair and consider approving the August 9, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat for Oakwood Subdivision (File 23-1926), 2.483 acres into 5 lots at 1246 Yellowstone Avenue
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of August 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff recommends approval of Oakwood plat with conditions including adherence to Public Works Memorandum dated September 5, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission is holding an agenda clarification meeting to discuss items on the September 13, 2023, meeting agenda. The agenda contains only roll call, clarification discussion, and adjournment, with no substantive decisions or public hearings listed.

• Roll call
• Discussion to clarify agenda items
• Adjournment

City Council

The City Council convened for a clarification meeting to discuss items listed on the September 7, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda.

The City Council met to discuss and receive staff clarifications on items listed on the September 7, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will review several contracts, including a new station alerting system for the Fire Department and a construction agreement for the Center Street Railroad Bridge Underpass. The agenda also includes requests for ordinance waivers for local fundraisers and various city service bids.

• $499,999 contract with Motorola Solutions for fire station alerting hardware and software
• $387,692 match payment for the Center Street Railroad Bridge Underpass Project
• $199,950 bid award to West Wind Construction, LLC for Sanitation Department lean-to extension
• Open container waiver requests for Idaho Foodbank Music Festival and Off the Rails Brewing
• Approval of a 3,000 square foot mural and sign at 669 West Quinn Road

City Council approved several infrastructure and public safety contracts, including a new alerting system for fire stations and a funding match for the Center Street Railroad Bridge Underpass. The council also approved a medical insurance contract for city employees and various bid awards for city facilities.

• Approved $499,999 contract with Motorola Solutions for fire station alerting system
• Approved $387,692 match for Center Street Railroad Bridge Underpass project
• Approved $199,950 bid to West Wind Construction, LLC for Sanitation Department Lean-To Extension
• Approved Blue Cross of Idaho medical insurance contract for FY 2024 employee benefits
• Approved bid to TK Elevator for Marshall Public Library Elevator Modernization Project
• Confirmed appointment of Adam Geyer to Planning and Zoning Commission
• Approved 3,000 sq ft mural and sign at Titan Center (669 West Quinn Road)
• Approved open container waivers for Idaho Foodbank Music Festival and Off the Rails Brewing

Historic Preservation Commission

The Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission will review two Certificate of Appropriateness applications: one to install a historical plaque at W. Center Street & N. Garfield Avenue, and another to alter the bulkhead and entrance of the Yellowstone Hotel at 230 W. Bonneville Street. The commission will also discuss public engagement events and preservation project updates.

• Certificate of Appropriateness File 23-4: plaque for 1st Ward Chapel site (1909-1963) at W. Center & N. Garfield
• Certificate of Appropriateness File 23-5: alter bulkhead and recessed entrance at Yellowstone Hotel, 230 W. Bonneville St.
• Staff recommends approval with conditions: plaque not overhanging sidewalk; stucco smooth, matching terracotta or concrete grey
• Discussion of Downtown Historic District Design Standards, Federal Building research, Brady Chapel, and walking tour brochures

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a request to install a historical plaque for the Sons of the Utah Pioneers and authorized material changes to the Yellowstone Hotel. The body also reviewed the status of downtown design standards and various local preservation projects.

• Approved August 2 and August 16, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved installation of historical plaque at W. Center Street & N. Garfield Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved bulkhead and entrance material alterations at 230 W. Bonneville Street with smooth texture stucco condition (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several grant applications for road expansions and stormwater resilience. The agenda also includes updates to the Personnel Policy Handbook and various contract approvals.

• US DOT PROTECT grant application for Center Street Underpass stormwater project ($2,030,732.60 total cost)
• ITD Local Strategic Initiatives grant application for Hiline Road expansion ($12.33M project cost)
• Construction contract award to Construction Solutions Company for WPC Operations Building ($3,363,990.00)
• Bid acceptance from TK Elevator for Marshall Public Library elevator modernization ($103,769.81)
• Amendments to Personnel Policy Handbook regarding bereavement leave and bilingual pay

The City Council approved several grant applications for road expansion, stormwater infrastructure, and a historic documentary. They also updated the Personnel Policy Handbook and overturned a childcare license denial. Three childcare license appeals were pulled from the agenda.

• Approved $1,729,982.08 in material claims and June Treasurer's Report
• Confirmed appointment of Cassandra Cole to Animal Shelter Advisory Board and reappointment of Edward Kammerer to Human Relations Advisory Committee
• Approved open container waiver for Gate City Brewfest 2 on August 19, 2023
• Approved $23,193.00 grant for Police Department VESTA 9-1-1 Command Post
• Overturned Police Department denial of childcare employee license renewal for Julia Morgan
• Approved Personnel Policy Handbook amendments regarding bereavement, bilingual pay, introductory periods, and retirement gifts
• Approved grant applications for Center Street Underpass stormwater ($2.03M project), Hiline Road expansion ($12.33M project), and Triangle Historic Neighborhood documentary ($10,000)
• Declared a 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe and two Toyota Camrys as surplus property

City Council

This is a clarification meeting intended to discuss items listed on the August 17, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No new legislative actions or decisions are scheduled for this session.

The City Council met to discuss and receive staff clarifications on items listed on the August 17, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting that consists of a tour of the ISU Special Collections at the Eli M. Oboler Library. No decisions or proposals are on the agenda; the meeting is purely informational.

• Tour of ISU Special Collections at Eli M. Oboler Library, 850 South 9th Avenue

The commission conducted a tour of the ISU Special Collections led by Archivist Ellen Ryan. No substantive legislative or regulatory decisions were made during this special meeting.

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several grant applications for transportation and historic preservation. The session also includes reviews of the FY 2024 budget and proposed updates to the Personnel Policy Handbook.

• Discussion of ITD grant application for Hiline Road expansion from Flandro Drive to Pocatello Creek Road
• Review of US DOT grant opportunity for Center Street Underpass stormwater resilience
• Presentation regarding a $10,000 Gem State Grant for a Triangle Historic Neighborhood documentary
• Proposed updates to the Personnel Policy Handbook
• Review of public comments and discussion from the August 3, 2023, FY 2024 Budget Public Hearing

The City Council held a work session to review advisory committee updates, proposed personnel policy changes, and several grant opportunities. The only formal action taken was a motion to prepare separate salary ordinances for the Mayor and Council members.

• Approved motion to have Legal Department prepare separate salary ordinances for Council and Mayor (5-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and take action on a preliminary plat application for the Pioneer Village Subdivision, a 19-lot development on 11.94 acres east of I-15 with access from South 5th Avenue. Staff recommends approval with conditions. The meeting also includes roll call, disclosure of conflicts, and approval of the July 12, 2023 minutes.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat for Pioneer Village Subdivision (File 23-1733), 19 lots on 11.94 acres, zoned Residential Commercial Professional (RCP)
• Applicant: Land Quest Development, Inc.; owner: Cal Kunkel, Pocatello Drive Inn, LLC; representative: Brady Smith of Avyant
• Staff recommends approval with conditions, including water/sewer connections for Lot 4 Block 2 and compliance with arterial access guidelines for Lots 1 & 2 Block 1
• Approval of July 12, 2023 clarification and regular meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a preliminary plat application for the Pioneer Village Subdivision. The project will divide 11.94 acres into 19 lots at the site of the former Sunset Drive-in theater.

• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat application for Pioneer Village Subdivision (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to clarify items on its August 9, 2023, agenda. This is a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Roll call
• Discussion to clarify agenda items

The Commission and staff met to discuss and clarify items on the August 9, 2023, agenda. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

City Council

The City Council has called a special meeting to consider labor contract matters in an executive session. No final actions or decisions will be taken during this session, and the meeting is scheduled to adjourn immediately following the session.

• Executive Session regarding labor contract matters

The City Council convened a special meeting to enter an executive session to discuss labor contract matters. No public decisions or votes on specific contracts were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to convene into Executive Session to consider labor contract matters (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will host public hearings to receive comments on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 City Budget and proposed fee changes. The agenda also includes decisions on land vacations, subdivision approvals, and vehicle purchases.

• Public hearing for proposed Fiscal Year 2024 City Budget
• Public hearing for proposed Fiscal Year 2024 fee changes
• Purchase of three Chevrolet Silverado work trucks for $121,034.00
• Approval of short plat for Portneuf/Great Western Malting Partition Subdivision
• Ordinance to update Mayor and Council member compensation and benefits

The Council approved several consent items, including material claims and land vacations. They voted to overturn the denial of a taxicab license and a livestock housing license. A Deed of Facade Easement for the Titan Center was also approved.

• Approved material claims for July 16-31, 2023, totaling $1,137,656.83 (4-0)
• Approved vacation of 0.33 acres of right-of-way at 1620 Sunset Road (4-0)
• Approved short plat for Portneuf/Great Western Malting Partition Subdivision (4-0)
• Overturned police department denial and approved taxicab license for Mr. Leary (4-0)
• Overturned Animal Services denial and approved livestock and multi-animal housing license for Nicole Jorgenson (3-1)
• Approved Deed of Facade Easement for Building 12 of the Titan Center (4-0)
• Held public hearings on proposed FY 2024 City Budget and fee changes; final decisions tabled

City Council

The City Council convened for a clarification meeting to discuss items listed on the August 3, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No specific legislative actions or new items were presented in this session.

The City Council met to receive information and clarifications from staff regarding items on the August 3, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for installing four windows and two doors on the north side of 234 N. Main Street to allow access to Leadership Park. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss public engagement events and preservation project assignments.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 4 windows and 2 doors at 234 N. Main St. (File 23-3)
• Approval of minutes from June 26 and July 17, 2023 special meetings
• Discussion of public engagement events on historic preservation topics
• Updates on Downtown Historic District Design Standards, Federal Building Research, and Historic Preservation Plan

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for Yadon Properties LLC to install four windows and two doors. The Commission also approved meeting minutes from June and July 2023.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for four windows and two doors at 234 N. Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved June 26 and July 17, 2023 special meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

This is a clarification meeting intended to discuss items listed on the July 20, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No new legislative actions or decisions are scheduled for this session.

The City Council met to discuss and receive staff clarifications on items listed for the July 20, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

City Council

The City Council will review several land use applications, including a right-of-way vacation at 1620 Sunset Road and a short plat for 25.75 acres. The Council will also consider rejecting bids for an ADA curb ramp project and approving equipment purchases for the Fire Department.

• Approval of $97,106.00 purchase for six mobile column lifts and four jack stands for the Fire Department
• Rejection of all bids for South 5th Avenue/Hayden Street and South 5th Avenue/Wyeth Street ADA Improvements due to being $17,902.00 over budget
• Public hearing regarding a request to vacate public right-of-way at 1620 Sunset Road
• Short plat application by Portneuf Capital, LLC to subdivide 25.75 acres into three lots
• Request for a building code exception for a 6-foot fence at 1504 South 3rd Avenue

The City Council approved a short plat for Portneuf Capital, LLC and a right-of-way vacation at 1620 Sunset Road. The council denied a fence height exception for a resident at 1504 South 3rd Avenue and rejected all bids for an ADA curb ramp project due to costs exceeding funding. Additionally, the council approved a utility easement for Idaho Power and equipment for the Fire Department.

• Approved material claims for July 1-15, 2023, totaling $2,532,935.44 (5-0)
• Confirmed appointments of Timothy Rice (Civil Service Commission), Marty Vizcarra (Historic Preservation Commission), and William David Hance (Pocatello Arts Council) (5-0)
• Approved changes to the Personnel Policy Handbook Drug Free Workplace Policy (5-0)
• Approved vacation of public right-of-way at 1620 Sunset Road (5-0)
• Denied fence requirement exception for 1504 South 3rd Avenue (5-0)
• Approved short plat for Portneuf Capital, LLC to subdivide 25.75 acres into three lots (6-0)
• Approved Idaho Power utility easement at Ammon Park (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for South 5th Avenue ADA Improvements project (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation by Arlen Walker on Pocatello's red-light district history. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists only of roll call and the presentation.

• Presentation on Pocatello's red-light district history by Arlen Walker

The commission conducted a walking tour of the ISU Special Collections and attended a presentation by Arlen Walker regarding the history of Pocatello’s Red-Light District. No substantive legislative or regulatory decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget to prepare for an August 3, 2023, public hearing. Staff will also present proposed updates to the Personnel Policy Handbook. Additionally, the Council will hear presentations regarding Levy eScooters operations and quarterly union updates.

• Fiscal Year 2024 Budget development and recommendations
• Proposed updates to the Personnel Policy Handbook for FY2024
• Presentation on Levy eScooters operations in Pocatello
• Pocatello Police Union quarterly activity update
• Pocatello Fire Union quarterly activity update

The City Council reviewed the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget and directed staff to prepare the necessary documents for a public hearing on August 3, 2023. The session included updates from the police and fire unions and a presentation on proposed eScooter operations. No other formal actions were decided.

• Directed staff to prepare FY 2024 budget documents for publication (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a preliminary plat application for the Brock Place subdivision, a 4.69-acre project with 46 lots (36 townhomes, 8 four-plexes, and a common lot) near Brock Drive and Philbin Road. Staff recommends approval with conditions. The meeting also includes roll call, conflict-of-interest disclosures, and approval of the June 14, 2023 minutes.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat for Brock Place subdivision (File 23-1335), 46 lots on 4.69 acres
• Dedication of a 10 x 396.21-foot parcel (Lot 1) to the City for future Philbin Road expansion
• Staff recommends approval with conditions, including adherence to Public Works memo and PUD conditions
• Approval of June 14, 2023 clarification and regular meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to clarify items on its July 12, 2023, agenda. This is a procedural session with no decisions or public hearings listed.

• Roll call
• Agenda clarification discussion
• Adjournment

City Council

The City Council convened for a clarification meeting to discuss items listed on the July 6, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda.

The City Council met to discuss items listed on the July 6, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. Staff members provided information to council members. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 Future Land Use Map for the South 5th Avenue and Hildreth Road area. The agenda also includes decisions on several vehicle and equipment purchases, a daycare license appeal, and an airport pavement project.

• Public hearing on amending the Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 Future Land Use Map
• Resolution to adopt the Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 as an official City plan
• $652,057.00 bid for airfield apron pavement maintenance at Pocatello Regional Airport
• Purchase of two Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD trucks for $87,400.00 total
• Purchase of two biosolids trailers for $191,210.00 total

The City Council adopted the Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 as an official city plan. Other actions included approving several vehicle and equipment purchases for city departments and rezoning property at 516 Riverside Drive.

• Adopted Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 (6-0)
• Upheld revocation of Danielle Thompson’s daycare license for Stepping Stones Preschool and Childcare (6-0)
• Approved 9-hole disc golf course installation at Sacajawea Park (6-0)
• Declared two Heutesis XRF analyzers as surplus property for disposal (6-0)
• Approved $87,400 purchase of two 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD cab/chassis (6-0)
• Approved $191,210 purchase of two 2023 36’ MNR biosolids trailers (6-0)
• Approved $146,377 purchase of one crane service truck (6-0)
• Accepted $652,057 bid from Straight Stripe Painting for airport pavement project (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission has canceled its regular meeting scheduled for July 5, 2023, due to a lack of business items. A special meeting is instead scheduled for Monday, July 17, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the Valentine Ballroom, 100 S. Arthur Avenue.

• Regular meeting canceled for lack of business items
• Special meeting scheduled for July 17, 2023, at Valentine Ballroom, 100 S. Arthur Avenue

City Council

The City Council's budget development meeting originally scheduled for June 29, 2023, is cancelled and will be rescheduled.

• Budget Development Meeting Cancellation

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will hold a budget development meeting to review the proposed budget for the 2024 fiscal year. Mayor Blad will present the draft proposal for council consideration and input.

• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2024 draft budget proposal

The City Council reviewed the draft FY 2024 budget proposal, including revenue projections and expenditure increases for salaries and benefits. Council members discussed funding for community agencies, capital projects, and personnel requests. The meeting concluded with a consensus to include a 1% forgone amount in the draft budget for publication.

• Reached consensus to include 1% forgone amount in the draft budget for publication
• Canceled the Budget Development meeting scheduled for June 29, 2023

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a certificate of appropriateness for a mural at 435 W. Center Street (the Bangs Building). Staff recommends approval, finding the project compliant with city code. The commission will also discuss walking tours and preservation project assignments.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for a mural at 435 W. Center Street (Bangs Building)
• Discussion of walking tours on the third Wednesday of the month
• Preservation project assignments and updates

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for a mural requested by Historic Downtown Pocatello Inc. The commission also approved minutes from June 14 and June 21, 2023. Two members resigned during the meeting.

• Approved minutes for June 14 and June 21, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved certificate of appropriateness for mural at 435 W. Center Street (Unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on walking tours and preservation project assignments to the next meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting as a walking tour of the Idaho State University Quad area. The tour includes 10 stops at campus buildings and features. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for observation and discussion only.

• Walking tour of ISU Quad area, including Idaho Museum of Natural History, Leonard Hall, and Frazier Hall
• Tour stops at 10 locations: Museum, Leonard Hall, Liberal Arts Building, Business Administration Building, Frazier Hall, Swanson Arch, Administrative Building, Graveley Hall, PSUB Hypostyle, and Museum again

The commission held a special meeting to conduct a walking tour of the Idaho State University Quad area. No other business was conducted during the meeting.

City Council

The City Council budget development meeting originally planned for June 16, 2023, was cancelled and will be rescheduled.

• City Council Budget Development meeting canceled

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget development meeting featuring presentations from various city departments. These presentations are listed as action items for the council to review.

• Presentations on Human Resources and Wellness
• Police Department presentation
• Fire Department and Ambulance Fund presentations
• Water Pollution Control and Water Department presentations
• Utility Billing, Finance, and Capital Contingency Fund presentations

The City Council conducted a budget development meeting featuring presentations from various department heads regarding staffing, completed projects, and FY2024 objectives. No formal votes or funding approvals were recorded during this session.

City Council

This is a clarification meeting intended to discuss items listed on the June 15, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No new legislative actions or decisions are scheduled for this session.

The City Council met to discuss items on the June 15, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. Staff provided clarifications to council members. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget amendments. The agenda also includes decisions on zoning changes, police equipment trades, and several infrastructure project bids.

• Ordinance to increase FY 2023 expenditures by $5,182,820
• Rezone of 516 Riverside Drive from RMM to RH density
• $253,759.50 award for Center Street ADA Improvement Project
• $170,900.00 purchase of vehicle simulator from L3 Harris Technologies, Inc.
• $128,295.53 purchase of equipment simulator from Western States Equipment Co.

The City Council passed an ordinance to increase Fiscal Year 2023 expenditures to account for additional revenues and grant funds. The council also approved several infrastructure bids, zoning changes, and police equipment trades.

• Approved FY2023 budget amendment increasing expenditures by $5,182,820.00 (5-0)
• Approved $253,759.50 contract to M&S Development and Construction, LLC for Center Street ADA Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 LHTAC agreement for 2023 Local Children Pedestrian Safety Program (5-0)
• Approved $170,900.00 vehicle simulator from L3 Harris Technologies, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $128,295.53 equipment simulator from Western States Equipment Co. (5-0)
• Approved zoning changes for 516 Riverside Drive and adjacent lots (5-0)
• Approved transfer and trade-in of firearms and rifles for Pocatello Police Department (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-19 updating the City’s Records Policy (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget development meeting featuring presentations from various city departments. Department heads will present on topics including planning, information technology, public works, and building services.

• Presentations on Planning Services and CDBG/Lead Grants
• Information Technology department presentation
• Building Department and City Hall Facilities presentation
• Public Works presentations including ARPA Fund, Engineering, and GIS
• Non-departmental presentation by the Chief Financial Officer

The City Council held a budget development meeting featuring presentations from various department heads regarding FY24 objectives and staffing. No formal votes or final budget approvals were recorded during this session.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed amendment to the Future Land Use Map in the Comprehensive Plan 2040, changing designations near Hildreth Road and South 5th Avenue from Industrial, Mixed-Use, and Residential to Commercial and Mixed-Use. The Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council. The agenda also includes approval of the May 10, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan 2040 Future Land Use Map amendment near Hildreth Road and South 5th Avenue
• Proposed change: designate properties as Commercial (C) and Mixed-Use (MU) instead of Industrial (I), Mixed-Use (MU), and Residential (R)
• Property owner requested extension of Commercial designation on parcel RPR4013012908
• Approval of May 10, 2023, P&Z meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission is holding an agenda clarification meeting to discuss items on the June 14, 2023, meeting agenda. This is a procedural session with no decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Roll call
• Discussion to clarify agenda items

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget development meeting to review presentations from several city departments. These presentations include action items regarding Parks and Recreation, Street Operations, Fleet, Sanitation, and fuel prices.

• Parks and Recreation Department budget presentation including Zoo Idaho and Ross Park Aquatic Complex
• Street Operations Department presentation on Federal Aid Projects
• Fleet Department budget presentation
• Sanitation Department budget presentation
• Presentation regarding fuel prices

The City Council conducted a budget development meeting featuring presentations from the Parks and Recreation, Street Operations, Fleet, and Sanitation departments. No formal votes or final budget approvals were recorded; the session focused on reviewing FY2023 completions and discussing FY2024 funding and staffing needs.

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget development meeting to review funding requests from various community organizations. Department heads will also present updates regarding legal, transit, and airport operations.

• Fiscal Year 2024 allocation requests from community organizations including Aid-for-Friends and Pocatello Free Clinic
• Presentation on Legal Department operations
• Presentation on liability insurance, risk management, and workers' compensation insurance
• Presentation regarding Pocatello Regional Airport
• Presentations from Pocatello Regional Transit, Marshall Public Library, and Animal Services

The City Council held a budget development meeting to hear funding requests from community organizations and presentations from city departments. No formal votes or final funding decisions were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The City Council will review several requests to use American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for local projects. The session also includes discussions on proposed FY2023 budget amendments and the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

• Proposed use of ARPA funding for Ross Park Aquatic Center waterslide
• Proposed use of ARPA funding for pickleball court construction
• Presentation of proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget amendments
• Discussion regarding Senior Activity Center parking issues
• Review of public comments for the Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040

Council directed staff to seek firm bids for several projects to be funded via the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The council also approved moving forward with the bidding process for a replacement waterslide at the Ross Park Aquatic Center and the construction of eight pickleball courts at Ross Park, both contingent on funding.

• Approved bidding process for RPAC waterslide replacement and use of donated funds for planning (5-0)
• Approved designation of Ross Park for eight pickleball courts (5-0)
• Directed staff to pursue firm bids for ARPA-funded projects including Well #2 ($2M), Grant Match ($2M), and Cemetery roads ($1M) (5-0)
• Directed Engineering Department to compile cost estimates for Senior Activity Center parking expansion

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting, including electing a Chair and Vice Chair for the next year. The commission will also discuss organizing walking tours on the third Wednesday of the month and review preservation project assignments. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings or specific project decisions listed.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the next year
• Discussion of walking tours on the third Wednesday of the month
• Discussion of preservation projects and assignment updates
• Approval of May 3, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission elected Marty Vizcarra as Chair and Tabatha Butler as Vice Chair. Members were assigned specific research tasks regarding downtown buildings, ADA accessibility, and the economic impact of relocating City offices. The Commission also scheduled upcoming walking tours for June and August.

• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Appointed Marty Vizcarra as Chair and Tabatha Butler as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved research assignments for Federal Building and downtown buildings for Butler and Ryan (Unanimous)
• Approved economic impact research on relocating City offices to downtown for Clijsters, Pohlman, and Young (Unanimous)
• Approved feasibility report assignment for City Hall buildings for Vizcarra (Unanimous)
• Approved ADA accessibility research for downtown historic buildings for Casabianca (Unanimous)

City Council

This is a clarification meeting intended to discuss items listed on the June 1, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No new business or specific decisions are listed for this session.

The City Council met to discuss and receive staff clarifications on items listed for the June 1, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

City Council

The Council will review a grant application for urban forestry improvements and consider multiple zoning and plat amendments. The agenda also includes a request for an open container waiver in historic downtown for summer events.

• Grant application to US Department of Agriculture Forest Service for $3,651,915.41
• Rezoning request by JW Properties LLC for 3.03 acres from RMM to RH
• Open container ordinance waiver request for South Garfield Avenue events
• Airport lease agreement with Amerigas Propane at $4,137.26 per year
• Short plat application to subdivide 0.19 acres at 1452 South 3rd Avenue

The City Council approved a rezoning request for JW Properties, LLC to allow for high-density housing at 516 Riverside Drive. Other actions included approving a CDBG annual action plan amendment and several plat extensions.

• Approved rezoning of 3.03 acres at 516 Riverside Drive to Residential High Density (RH) and 0.67 acres to Residential Medium Density Multi-Family (RMM) (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Program Year 2019 CDBG Annual Action Plan to use CARES Act funding for public facilities (6-0)
• Approved short plat to subdivide 0.19 acres into two residential lots at 1452 South 3rd Avenue (6-0)
• Approved 6-month extension for recording Final Plat, Eagles Landing Division 2, expiring December 15, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved 6-month extension for recording Final Plat, Tierra Vista 1st Amended, expiring December 15, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $760,070.46 in material claims and open container waiver for Revive @ 5 events (6-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Brett Walker to CDBG Advisory Committee (6-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Nathan Richardson to Pocatello Development Authority (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review several items for the upcoming fiscal year budget. Discussions include revenue forecasts, employee compensation scales, and proposed fee increases.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2024 revenue forecast
• Discussion of health insurance, vision plans, and benefits
• Presentation on new position requests
• Review of pay scales for police, fire, and general employees
• Discussion of proposed fee increases

The City Council approved the use of projected general fund estimates and several new staff positions for the Fiscal Year 2024 preliminary budget. The council also directed staff to include specific employee benefit changes and insurance providers in the budget construction.

• Approved using projected general fund estimates for preliminary budget documents (5-0)
• Approved adding new positions for Sanitation, WPC, and Finance departments (5-0)
• Approved adding three Senior Equipment Operator positions in the Street Department (5-0)
• Approved adding one Street Department Data Analyst position (4-1)
• Approved adding one GIS Analyst position (4-1)
• Approved continuing medical/prescription coverage with Blue Cross of Idaho for FY2024 (5-0)
• Approved changing vision carrier to Metlife and funding 100% of the benefit for employees (5-0)
• Approved a 5% increase to the Workers Compensation Modifier funding (5-0)

City Council

This is a clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the May 18, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No decisions are expected; the purpose is to clarify agenda items before the regular meeting. The agenda contains only roll call, discussion, and adjournment.

• Discussion of May 18, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda items

The City Council met to discuss items on the May 18, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. Staff provided clarifications to council members. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will review several funding requests and contracts for local infrastructure projects. Items include electric vehicle infrastructure, sewer repairs, and a community recreation center expansion.

• Centennial/Rainey Park EV Infrastructure grant application ($4,875,712 total cost)
• 2023 Sanitary Sewer Point Repair Project contract with A-Plus Contractors for $89,140.00
• Ross Park Aquatic Complex roof replacement contract with Bartlett Roofing for $74,287.056
• Community Recreation Center expansion and improvements agreement via Portneuf Health Trust (up to $1,250,000.00)
• Purchase of land for a future water well facility at $50,622.39

The City Council approved a grant application for electric vehicle charging stations at Centennial and Rainey Parks. Other key actions included approving a $1.25M recreation center expansion and several infrastructure contracts.

• Approved US DOT grant application for Centennial/Rainey Park EV Infrastructure ($4,875,712 total cost) (5-1)
• Approved agreement with Portneuf Health Trust for Community Recreation Center expansion and improvements (up to $1,250,000) (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Lot 3 Block 1 CK Dental for future water well facility ($50,622.39) (6-0)
• Awarded Ross Park Aquatic Complex roof replacement to Bartlett Roofing ($74,287.05) (6-0)
• Accepted bid from A-Plus Contractors for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Point Repair Project ($89,140.00) (6-0)
• Approved procurement of CentralSquare Solutions ERP software upgrade (6-0)
• Approved LHTAC/Local Agreement for Leading Idaho Bridge Program for Benton Street Bridge (6-0)
• Approved short plat for Wayward Kinghorn Estates Division 1 (6-0)

Hearing Examiner

Ed Welsh is requesting a conditional use permit to establish a laundromat at 919 and 923 North Arthur Avenue. The proposal involves changing the property's legal, nonconforming commercial use to a laundromat within a Residential High Density zoning district.

• Conditional Use Permit (File 23-767) for a laundromat at 919 & 923 N. Arthur Ave
• Proposed parking lot to include twelve (12) spaces

The Hearing Examiner approved a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Ed Welsh to establish a laundromat at 919 & 923 N. Arthur Avenue. The approval is subject to eight specific conditions, including restrictions on operating hours and property requirements.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for laundromat at 919 & 923 N. Arthur Avenue
• Required combination of parcels RPRPPOC320602 and RPRPPOC320601 into one parcel
• Restricted hours of operation to between 6:00 am and 10:00 pm
• Required 4-foot privacy fence between parking lot and residential uses per Code Section 17.05.560 F
• Required preservation of existing front landscaping and entrance path
• Required installation of a landscape strip matching adjacent properties
• Required separate permit approval for all signage

City Council

The City Council will receive updates on several community organizations and projects. Discussions include the advancement of a new Water Pollution Control administration and operations building, which is ready to be bid, and a potential department name change.

• Water Pollution Control Administration and Operations building project update
• Proposed Water Pollution Control department name change
• American Falls FFA AG Issues Team presentation on marijuana legislation
• Sister Cities Foundation of Pocatello goals and projects discussion
• Library Board goals and projects discussion

The City Council instructed staff to begin the bidding process for a new Water Pollution Control Administration and Operations building. The Council also expressed support for rebranding the department to better reflect its functions.

• Instructed staff to move forward with design and bidding for new Administration and Operations building (4-0)
• Directed staff to work with Public Information officer on proposed department name change from Water Pollution Control to Renewable Water Resources

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to clarify items on its May 10, 2023, agenda. This is a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Roll call
• Agenda clarification discussion

The Commission and staff met to discuss and clarify items on the May 10, 2023, agenda. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings: one on a request to rezone a 3.03-acre parcel at 516 Riverside Drive from residential medium-density multi-family to high-density, including a comprehensive plan map change from 'Public' to 'Residential'; another on a preliminary plat for Jazmine Estates First Addition, which would create 35 lots on 12.785 acres south of I-86. The commission will also consider approving the April 12, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: Rezone 3.03 acres at 516 Riverside Drive from RMM to RH, plus lots 26-28 Block 13 from RMS to RMM, and map change from 'Public' to 'Residential' (File 23-746)
• Public hearing: Preliminary plat for Jazmine Estates First Addition, 35 lots on 12.785 acres (File 23-758)
• Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission approved a preliminary plat for the Jazmine Estates First Addition subdivision. It also recommended that City Council approve a zoning and comprehensive plan map amendment for a property at 516 Riverside Drive.

• Approved preliminary plat for Jazmine Estates First Addition to create 35 lots (5-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for rezoning 3.03 acres at 516 Riverside Drive from RMM to RH and 0.67 acres from RMS to RMM (5-0)
• Approved April 12, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council convened for a clarification meeting to discuss items listed on the May 4, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No specific legislative actions or new items were introduced in this session.

The City Council held a clarification meeting to discuss items on the upcoming regular meeting agenda. No votes or decisions were made; the meeting was purely informational.

• No decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was a discussion-only session.

City Council

The City Council is convening a special meeting to potentially enter an executive session. The purpose of this session is to discuss acquiring an interest in real property not owned by a public agency.

• Executive Session regarding acquisition of interest in real property

The City Council convened a special meeting and immediately moved into executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(c) to discuss acquiring real property not owned by a public agency. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the session adjourned at 5:21 p.m.

• Approved executive session for real property acquisition (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 and its Future Land Use Map following public hearings. The agenda also includes several zoning decisions, airport lease updates, and significant infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearings for Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 204 40 and Future Land Use Map
• $1,135,250.00 bid award to Mickelsen Construction, Inc. for asphalt and materials
• $440,956.00 professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc.
• $182,125.00 task order for Barton Booster Station modifications
• Zoning amendment for 3.58 acres near I-86/I-15 for Land Quest, Inc.

The City Council adopted the Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 and its Future Land Use Map after public hearings. The plan is a 20-year guiding document for city policies and priorities, reflecting community input gathered in 2021-2023. The Council also approved a consent agenda including multiple plat approvals, board appointments, and financial reports.

• Adopted Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 (unanimous)
• Adopted Future Land Use Map for Comprehensive Plan 2040 (unanimous)
• Approved material claims of $1,059,201.36 (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report showing $106,185,202.28 (5-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of Ronna Martinez to Animal Shelter Advisory Board (5-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Randy Norton to Civil Service Commission (5-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Steve Ernst to Housing Alliance and Community Partnerships Board (5-0)
• Approved zone map amendment for Parkside (RMM to RH) (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and coordinate plans for public engagement in historic preservation and for distributing survey information about the Pocatello Downtown Historic District to stakeholders and the public. The agenda also includes routine items: roll call, conflict of interest disclosures, and approval of the April 5, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of plans to engage the public in historic preservation
• Coordination of survey distribution for the Downtown Historic District
• Approval of minutes from the April 5, 2023 meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the April 5, 2023 meeting unanimously. Members discussed plans for public engagement, including a tour of ISU lower campus and the Fort Hall Replica anniversary. Staff noted the Commission was awarded $15,000 for a Historic Preservation Plan through the CLG Grant. No substantive decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council convened for a clarification meeting to discuss items previously listed on the April 20, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No new substantive actions or decisions were presented in this session.

The City Council met to discuss items listed on the April 20, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. Staff provided information to council members. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding rezoning for Western Skies and a new planned unit development at Brock Place. The agenda also includes multiple short plat applications for residential and commercial subdivisions and an energy efficiency grant application.

• Public hearing for rezoning 3.58 acres from RMM to RH at Western Skies
• Public hearing for Brock Place PUD to develop 4.69 acres into townhomes and four-plexes
• Short plat application to subdivide 2.79 acres into two commercial lots at 4539 South 5th Avenue
• Pre-award grant application for $118,810.00 in Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant funding
• Sole source procurement of CentralSquare Solutions ERP software upgrade

The City Council approved a zone map amendment for higher density housing and a Planned Unit Development for townhomes and four-plexes. The Council also approved a short plat to subdivide commercial land into two lots and processed several administrative appointments and claims.

• Approved $3,013,713.21 in material claims (5-0)
• Confirmed reappointments of Jeff Hough, David Villarreal, and Greg Gunter to Pocatello Development Authority (5-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Hunter Rodriguez to COBG Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved rezoning 3.58 acres from Residential-Medium Density Multi-Family to Residential High Density for Land Quest LLC (5-0)
• Approved Planned Unit Development for 36 townhome lots and 8 four-plex lots east of Philbin Road and south of Brock Drive (5-0)
• Approved short plat to subdivide 2.79 acres into two commercial lots at 4539 South 5th Avenue (5-0)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is considering a variance for Nathan Stewart to rebuild an existing nonconforming three-family unit. The request seeks to reduce the required minimum lot size from 10,890 square feet to 6,300 square feet.

• Variance request (File 23-539) for lot size reduction at 423 ½ N. 9th Avenue
• Proposal to rebuild a three-family unit with a footprint of 6,300 square feet
• Staff recommendation for landscaping conditions including removal of tree stumps and planting four new trees
• Agreement by applicant to comply with the 10-foot rear setback requirement

The Hearing Examiner approved a variance request to rebuild a legal nonconforming three-family unit on a 6,300 square foot lot. The request deviates from the standard 10,890 square foot minimum for three-family units in the RMM zone. Approval is subject to specific landscaping and permitting conditions.

• Approved Variance VAR 23-539 to reduce minimum lot size for three-family units to 6,300 square feet
• Required landscaping of non-concrete areas from the building to North 9th Avenue
• Required removal of tree stumps and planting of four trees in the front setback within one year
• Required submission of a landscaping plan for staff approval prior to building permit

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review updates from several boards and unions. The session includes briefings on goals for the Construction Board of Appeals and Review and the CDBG Advisory Committee.

• Pre-award application briefing for $118,810.00 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant
• Construction Board of Appeals and Review goals and projects update
• CDBG Advisory Committee goals and projects update
• Pocatello Fire Union quarterly activity update
• Pocatello Police Union quarterly activity update

City Council reached a consensus to instruct staff to pursue a grant option for $118,810 from the Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. Staff will present project options and HVAC improvement bids at a future session. No other formal votes were recorded during the work session.

• Consensus to move forward with the grant option for $118,810 DOE energy funding

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to clarify items on its April 12, 2023, agenda. This is a procedural session with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Roll call
• Agenda clarification discussion

The Commission and staff met to discuss and clarify items on the April 12, 2023, agenda. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a preliminary plat for Keystone Townhouses Subdivision (1.29 acres into 15 lots east of Philbin Road and south of Quinn Road) and on the Comprehensive Plan 2040 and its Future Land Use Map, making recommendations to the City Council. The agenda also includes roll call, conflict disclosures, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: Preliminary plat for Keystone Townhouses Subdivision, 1.29 acres into 15 residential lots, east of Philbin Rd and south of Quinn Rd
• Public hearing: Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 and Future Land Use Map recommendations to City Council
• Approval of minutes from March 22, 2023 clarification and special meetings
• Disclosure of conflicts of interest, ex-parte communications, and site visits

The Commission recommended approval of the Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 and its associated Future Land Use Map. Additionally, the Commission approved a preliminary plat for a new townhouse subdivision.

• Approved preliminary plat for Keystone Townhouses subdivision (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan 2040 Future Land Use Map (6-1)
• Approved meeting minutes from March 22, 2023 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council convened for a clarification meeting to discuss items listed on the April 6, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No specific legislative actions or decisions were presented in this agenda.

The City Council met to discuss items on the April 6, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. Staff provided clarifications to council members. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a $90,000 grant for the Portneuf River Oxbow Planning Project and a $51,788 contract for facility painting. The agenda also includes discussions on rezoning land on Lakeview Drive and approving various street maintenance contracts.

• Grant acceptance of $90,000 from Idaho Department of Lands for Portneuf River Oxbow Planning Project
• Contract award of $51,788 to Cruzer Industrial for WPC Facility Painting Project
• Approval of road oil contract with Idaho Asphalt not to exceed $77,485.00
• Rezoning of 17.41 acres in the 1500 block of Lakeview Drive to multi-family residential
• Approval of Parkside Townhouses Division 2 subdivision into 57 lots

The City Council approved a rezoning ordinance for land on Lakeview Drive to allow multi-family housing and vacated a right-of-way on North 6th Avenue. The council also authorized several infrastructure contracts, a $90,000 grant for river planning, and software expenditures.

• Approved rezoning 17.41 acres at 1500 block of Lakeview Drive to Residential Medium Density Multi-Family (6-0)
• Approved vacating .413 acres of right-of-way on North 6th Avenue to Bannock County (6-0)
• Approved $51,788 contract with Cruzer Industrial for WPC facility painting (6-0)
• Approved $90,000 grant from Idaho Department of Lands for Portneuf River Oxbow planning (6-0)
• Approved sole source expenditure for CentralSquare Solutions ERP software (6-0)
• Approved amended final plat for Parkside Townhouses Division 2 (6-0)
• Approved short plat for CK Dental (6-0)
• Approved reduced admission fees for IICF Festival visiting choir members (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a work session to discuss and coordinate plans for distributing survey information on downtown historic district standards, review commission duties per city code, and plan public engagement for the Downtown Historic District. The meeting also includes roll call, conflict disclosure, and approval of March 1, 2023 minutes.

• Discussion of Downtown Historic District Design Standards survey distribution
• Review of Commission duties under City Code section 17.02.800
• Planning public engagement for the Downtown Historic District
• Approval of minutes from March 1, 2023 HPC meeting

The Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting. During a work session, members agreed to help distribute survey information to Downtown Historic District stakeholders and discussed the process for adding buildings to the Idaho Historic Register.

• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special town hall meeting to discuss items related to the Marshall Public Library. The Council may also receive comments from the public on other Pocatello City government topics.

• Discussion regarding Marshall Public Library
• Public comments on city government-related topics

The City Council held a special town hall meeting to discuss library policies regarding the addition, removal, and challenging of materials. No official votes or policy changes were decided during the session.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting served as a forum for discussion and public comment

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a special clarification meeting to discuss items on the March 22, 2023, special meeting agenda. The agenda includes roll call, agenda clarification, and adjournment, with no substantive decisions or public hearings listed.

• Agenda clarification discussion for the March 22, 2023, special meeting

The Commission and staff met to discuss agenda items for the March 22, 2023, special meeting. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission unanimously recommended approval for a zone map amendment to allow high-density housing and a Planned Unit Development for townhomes and four-plexes. Both recommendations include specific conditions for development and landscaping.

• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to rezone 3.58 acres from Residential-Medium Density Multi-Family (RMM) to Residential High Density (RH) for Land Quest Development, LLC (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Brock Place Planned Unit Development for 36 townhome lots and eight four-plex lots by Kent Morris (unanimous)

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is meeting to discuss and clarify specific items listed on the March 16, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting agenda.

• Discussion of March 16, 2023, regular meeting agenda items

The City Council met to discuss items listed on the March 16, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. Staff provided clarifications on agenda item information. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

The Council will review several land use requests including rezoning and subdivision plats. They are also considering grant applications for airport improvements, a stream restoration project, and water well drilling.

• Rezoning of 17.41 acres in the 1500 block of Lakeview Drive to Residential medium Density Multi-Family
• WaterSMART grant application for Rainey Park Stream Restoration ($2,219,448 total cost)
• FAA grant application for airport apron and runway maintenance ($1,128,750.00)
• Professional Services Agreement with T-O Engineers for airport projects ($420,520.71)
• Bid award to High Plains Drilling, Inc. for drilling of Well #2R and Well #22R ($335,858.00)

The City Council approved several land use requests, including a zoning change for 17.41 acres on Lakeview Drive and a short plat for the Westwood Annex Subdivision. The council also authorized grant applications for airport improvements and stream restoration, and awarded a well-drilling contract.

• Approved rezoning 17.41 acres in 1500 block of Lakeview Drive to Residential Medium Density Multi-Family (5-0)
• Approved short plat for Westwood Annex Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Management Agreement with Historic Downtown Pocatello, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved amended final plat for Parkside Townhouses Division 2 to add two lots (5-0)
• Approved short plat for CK Dental, LLC to create three commercial lots (5-0)
• Approved $2.2M WaterSMART grant application for Rainey Park Stream Restoration (5-0)
• Approved $1.1M FAA grant application and $420,520.71 agreement with T-O Engineers for airport work (5-0)
• Awarded $335,858.00 bid for Drilling of Well #2R and Well #22R to High Plains Drilling, Inc. (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several action items, including updates from the Animal Shelter Advisory Board and Child Care Advisory Committee, a proposed accounting software upgrade, the Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040, a resolution supporting passenger rail service, and the fourth discussion on allocating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. No final votes are scheduled; the council is seeking direction and discussing policies.

• Discussion of Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040 and seeking council direction
• Proposed resolution supporting restoration of passenger rail from Portland, Oregon to Salt Lake City, Utah
• Fourth discussion on projects to be funded with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
• Proposed upgrade to the city's accounting and payroll software system
• Updates from Animal Shelter Advisory Board and Child Care Advisory Committee

City Council instructed staff to take the necessary steps to upgrade the city's accounting and payroll software, pending a final action at a future meeting. The session also included updates on the Comprehensive Plan 2040 and discussions regarding ARPA fund allocations.

• Instructed staff to move forward with finance software upgrade steps (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for March 8, 2023, has been canceled due to a lack of business items. A special P&Z meeting is scheduled for March 22, 2023.

• March 8, 2023 P&Z meeting canceled for lack of business items
• Special P&Z meeting scheduled for March 22, 2023

City Council

This is a clarification meeting to discuss items on the March 2, 2023 regular City Council agenda. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion to clarify items listed on the March 2, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

The City Council met to discuss items on the March 2, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. Staff provided clarifications to council members. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a zone map amendment to rezone 17.33 acres on Lakeview Drive from single-family to multi-family residential. Other action items include approving a $796,875 FAA airport grant for snow removal equipment, a $10.3 million wastewater treatment plant contract, and a 5-year golf course management renewal with FORE Golf. The agenda also covers several subdivision plats, airport leases, and a police handgun trade-in and purchase.

• Public hearing on zone map amendment to rezone 17.33 acres at 1500 block Lakeview Drive to Residential Medium Density Multi-Family
• FAA airport grant of $796,875 for snow removal equipment with $77,148 professional services agreement
• Award of $10,317,746.69 construction contract for Water Pollution Control Facility Package #1 Improvements
• 5-year renewal of golf concession agreement with FORE Golf for Highland and Riverside courses
• Police department trade-in of 15 old Glock handguns and purchase of 23 new Glock handguns for $7,283

The City Council approved a major construction contract for the WPCF Package #1 Improvements project. Other key actions included rezoning 17.33 acres on Lakeview Drive and approving several airport lease agreements.

• Approved WPCF Package #1 Improvements bid to Engineered Structures, Inc. for $10,317,746.69
• Approved rezoning of 17.33 acres at 1500 Block of Lakeview Drive to Residential Medium Density Multi-Family
• Approved $796,875.00 FAA grant application for snow removal equipment
• Approved $77,148.40 professional services agreement with T-O Engineers
• Approved airport lease agreements with Ben Cardon, Stacy Meyer, and Eastern Idaho Aeromodelers
• Approved 5-year Golf Concession Agreement renewal with FORE Golf (2024-2028)
• Approved $7,283.00 for police department handgun trade-in and purchase
• Approved $65,952.00 contract with Advanced Lining, LLC for manhole rehabilitation

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a work session with Kirk Huffaker to discuss the Downtown Historic District Design Standards. The Commission will also discuss its responsibilities and purpose, approve the February 1, 2023 meeting minutes, and take roll call with conflict-of-interest disclosures.

• Work session on Downtown Historic District Design Standards with Kirk Huffaker
• Discussion on HPC responsibilities and purpose
• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2023 meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the February 1, 2023 meeting. Members held a discussion on the commission's purpose and a work session regarding the update of Downtown Historic District Design Standards.

• Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting with a work session to review and discuss the draft Comprehensive Plan 2040. The agenda includes roll call, conflict disclosure, and approval of minutes from February 8, 2023. No public hearings or action items are scheduled beyond the work session.

• Work session to review Comprehensive Plan 2040 draft
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2023 regular and clarification meetings

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from February 8, 2023. A work session was held to review the Comprehensive Plan 2040, but no decisions were made during that session.

• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a clarification meeting to discuss items listed on the February 16, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for informational discussion only.

• Discussion to clarify items on the February 16, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

The City Council met to discuss items on the February 16, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. Staff provided clarifications to council members. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed FY2023 budget amendments and consider a $7.75 million federal RAISE grant application for the North Portneuf Crossing project, which includes intersection improvements and bike/pedestrian upgrades. The Council will also vote on several equipment purchases totaling over $1.8 million, including a roll-off refuse truck, dump/plow trucks, and microsurfacing services. Other action items include electric scooter services with Bird Rides, Inc., airport warehouse leases, and a $15,000 historic preservation grant for Brady Chapel exterior restoration.

• Public hearing on FY2023 budget amendments increasing expenditures by $4,162,069
• $7.75M RAISE grant application for North Portneuf Crossing transportation improvements
• Piggyback purchases: $266,871 roll-off truck, $685,880 two dump/plow trucks, $209,783 dump truck, $670,000 microsurfacing
• Memorandum of Understanding with Bird Rides, Inc. for electric scooter services
• Ordinance to vacate rights-of-way on 4th Avenue, Conner Street and alley in Block 335

The City Council approved an ordinance to increase Fiscal Year 2023 expenditures by $4,162,069 to account for additional revenues and grant funds. The council also authorized several vehicle procurements, grant applications, and airport lease agreements.

• Approved FY 2023 budget amendment increasing expenditures by $4,162,069 (6-0)
• Approved $7.75M RAISE grant application for North Portneuf Crossing (6-0)
• Approved procurement of four Peterbilt trucks for Sanitation, Street, and Water departments (6-0)
• Approved $670,000 contract with Valley Slurry Seal for micro-surfacing (6-0)
• Approved airport lease for McNabb Trucking ($1,033/mo) and AvCenter ($975.62/mo) (6-0)
• Approved MOU with Bird Rides, Inc. for electric scooter services (6-0)
• Approved $15,000 grant application for Brady Chapel exterior restoration (6-0)
• Vacated public rights-of-way at 4th Avenue and Conner Street to Roy F. Miller (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss city projects and priorities with representatives from Grossman Group, LLC. This is an action item, meaning the council may take formal action on the matter. The meeting will begin with roll call and adjourn after the discussion.

• Discussion of city projects and priorities with Grossman Group, LLC (ACTION ITEM)

The City Council heard a presentation from Larry Grossman of CTF Global, LLC regarding federal funding and lobbying in Washington, D.C. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The City Council will receive updates and take action on several items: the Pocatello Regional Airport Commission's goals and projects, the Pocatello Development Authority's plans, proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget amendments (with a public hearing on Feb. 16), a new fuel site project, and a sign survey report to guide a new Sign Code. Fire and police unions will also give quarterly activity updates.

• Pocatello Regional Airport Commission update (action item)
• Pocatello Development Authority update (action item)
• Proposed FY2023 February budget amendments (public hearing Feb. 16)
• Fuel site project presentation and council direction (action item)
• Sign survey report 2022-2023 for new Sign Code (action item)

City Council directed staff to prepare a contract for a new fuel site estimated at $2.4 million with a 30-year repayment plan. The council also reviewed proposed budget amendments and received updates from the Airport Commission and Pocatello Development Authority.

• Directed staff to bring forward a fuel site replacement contract estimated at $2.4 million (4-0)
• Proposed FY2023 budget amendments totaling $4,162,069 tabled for public hearing on February 16, 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission and staff met to discuss and clarify items on the January 25, 2023 agenda. No substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings: one on a conditional use permit for storage units at 2806 S 5th Avenue, and another on rezoning six parcels (17.33 acres) near the 1500 block of Lakeview Drive from single-family to multi-family residential. The commission will also review minutes and hold a work session on Comprehensive Plan 2040.

• Conditional Use Permit (File 22-3617) for storage units at 2806 S 5th Ave, 5.56 acres, Commercial General zoning
• Zone Map Amendment (File 23-73) to rezone 1500 Block Lakeview Drive from RMS/RE to RMM (multi-family), 17.33 acres
• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2023 clarification and special meetings
• Work session on Comprehensive Plan 2040

The Commission approved a conditional use permit for storage units on South 5th Avenue. It also recommended that City Council approve rezoning 17.33 acres on Lakeview Drive to allow for multi-family residential development.

• Approved conditional use permit for storage units at 2806 South 5th Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended approval to City Council for rezoning 1500 Block Lakeview Drive to Residential Medium Density Multi-Family (6-0)
• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a clarification meeting to discuss items listed on the February 2, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. The meeting will begin with roll call and adjourn after the discussion. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion to clarify items listed on the February 2, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

The City Council met to discuss items listed on the February 2, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. Staff members provided clarification on agenda item information. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will consider withdrawing from the voluntary FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) program, which could affect flood insurance rates for residents. The council will also hold a public hearing on the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan and vote on a daycare license revocation appeal. Other action items include approving airport grants, leases, and a $11,987 police server purchase.

• Daycare license revocation appeal – Victory Kids Daycare
• Public hearing on CDBG Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan
• Withdrawal from FEMA Community Rating System (CRS) Program
• Airport grant agreement for $15,000 from Idaho Transportation Department
• Police server space purchase for $11,987.44 for body camera footage

The City Council upheld the revocation of Victory Kids Daycare's business license following health and safety violations. The Council also passed an ordinance to amend municipal zoning and land use codes and approved the 2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan.

• Upheld revocation of Victory Kids Daycare business license (4-0)
• Approved PY2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan submission to HUD (4-0)
• Approved $15,000 Idaho Transportation Department grant for airport projects (4-0)
• Authorized grant applications for a wildland engine ($266,798) and thermal cameras ($52,850) (4-0)
• Approved withdrawal from FEMA Community Rating System Program (4-0)
• Approved Employee Handbook amendments regarding background checks and layoffs (4-0)
• Approved $11,987.44 for police department server storage (4-0)
• Passed Ordinance 3115 amending Title 17 zoning and development standards (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission held a work session regarding the State of Idaho’s Open Meeting Laws and public engagement for the Downtown Historic District. The meeting also included a discussion on updating Design Standards.

• Training on the State of Idaho’s Open Meeting Laws
• Discussion on Downtown Historic District engagement plans
• Discussion regarding updating the Design Standards

The Commission approved the minutes from the January 4, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of a training presentation on Idaho Open Meeting Laws and discussions regarding downtown design standards.

• Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting with a work session to review and discuss the draft Comprehensive Plan 2040, focusing on environmental resilience. The only action item is approval of the January 11, 2023, clarification and regular meeting minutes. No public hearings or other decisions are scheduled.

• Work session on Comprehensive Plan 2040, including environmental resilience goals
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2023, meetings

The Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the January 11, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of a work session discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan 2040.

• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to clarify items on the agenda for its January 25, 2023 special meeting. This is a procedural session with no substantive decisions or public hearings listed. The commission acts as an advisory body to the City Council on land use matters.

• Roll call
• Discussion to clarify items on the January 25, 2023 special meeting agenda
• Adjournment

The commission and staff met to discuss agenda items for the January 25, 2023, meeting. No substantive decisions were made during this procedural session.

City Council

The City Council meetings scheduled for January 19, 2023 have been canceled. This includes the 5:30 p.m. Council Clarification meeting and the 6:00 p.m. Regular City Council meeting. Any items originally scheduled will be rescheduled to a future meeting.

• 5:30 p.m. Council Clarification meeting canceled
• 6:00 p.m. Regular City Council meeting canceled
• Items will be rescheduled to a future meeting

City Council

The City Council work session scheduled for January 12, 2023 has been canceled. Items from the agenda will be rescheduled to a future meeting as needed.

• Meeting canceled

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a preliminary plat application for Trail Creek Fourplex Development Division 2, a 25.51-acre subdivision with 18 four-plex lots and common areas. The commission will also review and discuss the Comprehensive Plan 2040 in a work session. The agenda includes routine items like roll call and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Preliminary plat for Trail Creek Fourplex Development Division 2 (25.51 acres, 18 four-plex lots) south of Kraft Road and west of Gathe Road
• Public hearing on the subdivision application by McCormick Ranch, LLC
• Work session to review Comprehensive Plan 2040
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2022 meetings

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a preliminary plat for the Trail Creek Vistas Fourplex Development Division 2. The recommendation includes seven specific conditions from the staff report, with a modification to condition four regarding grading on Lot 23 Block 1.

• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for Trail Creek Vistas Fourplex Development Division 2 (6-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from December 14, 2022 (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting for an agenda clarification session. The only substantive item is discussion to clarify items on the January 11, 2023, agenda. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is procedural.

• Roll call
• Discussion to clarify items on the January 11, 2023, P&Z agenda
• Adjournment

The Commission and staff met to discuss and clarify items on the January 11, 2023, agenda. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

City Council

This is a clarification meeting to discuss items on the upcoming regular City Council agenda. No decisions are expected; the session is procedural only.

• Discussion to clarify items on the January 5, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

The City Council met to discuss and receive staff clarifications on items listed for the January 5, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Title 17 zoning regulations. They will also consider several grant applications, including $1.8 million for a safety improvement at Pole Line and Eldredge Roads, up to $1 million for park improvements, and $600,000 for new buses. Other action items include approving refuse truck purchases and a pool resurfacing extension.

• Public hearing on city-initiated text amendment to Title 17 zoning regulations
• Grant application for $1,819,000 for safety improvements at Pole Line Road and Eldredge Road intersection
• Grant application for up to $1,000,000 for improvements to Centennial and Rainey Parks
• Grant application for $600,000 to purchase two rural and two urban buses
• Piggyback bid acceptance for two rear-load refuse trucks ($643,798) and one side-load refuse truck ($386,033)

The City Council approved amendments to Title 17 Zoning Regulations and authorized several grant applications for public transit, parks, and road safety. The council also approved the purchase of new refuse trucks and residential carts for the Sanitation Department.

• Approved amendments to Title 17 Zoning Regulations (5-0)
• Approved $600,000 grant application for four buses with $120,000 local match (5-0)
• Approved $460,000 FY2023 Transit grant with $115,000 local share (5-0)
• Approved up to $1,000,000 grant application for Centennial and Rainey Parks (5-0)
• Approved $1,819,000 grant application for Pole Line Road and Eldredge Road intersection with $134,000 match (5-0)
• Approved $240,000 grant application for roadside vegetation (5-0)
• Approved $35,483.87 network security testing agreement with Horizon 3 AI, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Sanitation Department purchases: two rear-load trucks ($643,798), one side-load truck ($386,033), and refuse carts (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission will hold a work session with a training on Idaho's Open Meeting Laws and discuss plans to engage the public in the Downtown Historic District. The commission will also approve minutes from July and November 2022 meetings.

• Training on State of Idaho's Open Meeting Laws
• Discussion of Downtown Historic District public engagement
• Approval of minutes from July 6 and November 2, 2022 meetings

The Commission approved the meeting minutes from July 6 and November 2, 2022. A scheduled training session on Open Meeting Laws was moved to February 1, 2023. Members discussed updating Design Standards for the Downtown Historic District.

• Approved July 6 and November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)