Pocatello public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and clarify items listed on the December 19, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda.

The Pocatello City Council held a clarification meeting on December 19, 2024, to discuss agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the meeting was procedural only.

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will consider a $4.95 million federal grant to improve recycling infrastructure and launch a commercial cardboard recycling program. The council also will vote on allocating $339,002 in ARPA funds for park, cemetery, and stormwater projects, and award nearly $401,000 in bids for Ross Park Aquatic Complex upgrades. Other action items include a $432,882 land purchase along the Portneuf River, a taxicab license appeal, and a water department materials bid award of $743,791.

• Consider $4.95M EPA SWIFR grant for recycling program improvements
• Approve $339,002 in ARPA obligations for Legacy Park, Mountain View Cemetery, 1st Ave Stormwater, Hiline Road, and waterline projects
• Award $400,803 in bids for Ross Park Aquatic Complex locker and filtration upgrades
• Approve $432,882 land acquisition from Estate of Kathleen Brennan along Portneuf River
• Award $743,791 in water department materials bids for capital projects and maintenance

The Pocatello City Council approved a consent agenda including claims, a final plat, and the 2024 Road and Street Financial Report. The Council voted 4-2 to overturn the Police Department's denial of Angelina Rodriguez's taxicab license. Multiple contracts and grant applications were approved, including ARPA-funded projects, a $4.95M EPA recycling grant, and various bids for city services.

• Approved consent agenda including $2,469,344 in claims, Northgate Villas final plat, and 2024 Road and Street Financial Report (6-0)
• Overturned Police Department denial and approved taxicab license for Angelina Rodriguez (4-2)
• Approved $73,200 Assistance to Firefighters Grant application with $6,654.55 local match (6-0)
• Approved $4,950,000 EPA SWIFR grant application for recycling program improvements (6-0)
• Approved $289,893.61 in ARPA funds for Legacy Park, Mountain View Cemetery, 1st Avenue Stormwater, Hiline Road, and Allied Underground projects (6-0)
• Approved $208,235.71 piggyback bid for concrete services via M&S Development & Construction LLC (6-0)
• Awarded Ross Park Aquatic Complex bids: $80,206.00 (lockers), $193,698.20 (Lazy River), $126,899.40 (Kiddie Pool) (5-1)
• Approved $743,791.41 in Water Department materials bids to Core & Main, Ferguson, and Zenner USA (6-0)

City Council

The Pocatello City Council holds a work session to receive updates and discuss several items. Proposed text amendments to Title 17 zoning regulations are presented as an action item. Public Works provides updated cost estimates and status of ARPA-funded projects. Council also hears from the Portneuf Greenway Foundation on its goals and projects.

• Portneuf Greenway Foundation update on goals and projects
• City-initiated text amendments to Title 17 zoning regulations (action item)
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) projects update with cost estimates and status (action item)
• Council advisory board updates from Mayor and Council members

The City Council held a work session and directed Planning and Development Services staff to proceed with steps to consider proposed updates to Title 17: Zoning Regulations, which include adjustments to dimensional standards, streamlined parking standards, and amendments to commercial development standards. The council also received updates on Portneuf Greenway Foundation projects and ARPA-funded projects, with staff noting approximately $150,000 in remaining ARPA funds to be obligated by the end of December 2024. No formal votes were taken during this work session.

• Directed staff to proceed with steps to consider Title 17 zoning regulation changes
• Received Portneuf Greenway Foundation project updates (no action taken)
• Received ARPA projects status update; ~$150,000 remaining to obligate by Dec 31, 2024
• Discussed potential Hiline Road widening as use for excess ARPA funds

Planning & Zoning Commission

This is a procedural meeting where the commission will discuss items on the upcoming regular agenda. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

The Planning & Zoning Commission met solely to discuss agenda items for the December 11, 2024 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after three minutes.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two land use actions: a map amendment to rezone 155 Willard Avenue from Commercial General to Residential Medium Density Single-Family, and a preliminary plat application to subdivide a 1.1-acre parcel at the 800 block of Barton Road into 13 townhome lots and two stormwater/non-buildable lots. The Commission will also vote on approving the minutes from September 11, 2024. No other proposals or discussions are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on map amendment (MA24-0004) to rezone 0.3 acres at 155 Willard Ave from Commercial General to Residential Medium Density Single-Family
• Public hearing on preliminary plat (PP24-0003) to subdivide 1.10 acres at 800 block of Barton Road into 13 townhome lots and 2 stormwater/non-buildable lots
• Approval of September 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a map amendment to rezone 155 Willard Ave. from Commercial General to Residential Medium Density Single-Family, and approved the preliminary plat for Barton Villas Subdivision, a 13-townhome development on Barton Road, subject to staff conditions. Both actions were taken after public hearings with no public comments.

• Recommended approval of map amendment MA24-0004 to rezone 155 Willard Ave. from CG to RMS (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat PP24-0003 for Barton Villas Subdivision, 13 townhome lots plus 2 stormwater lots (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 11, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

This is a procedural clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the Regular City Council Meeting agenda for the same date. No votes or decisions are expected; the purpose is to provide clarity before the regular meeting. The agenda contains only this discussion item and adjournment.

• Discussion to clarify items on the December 5, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda (no specific items detailed).

The Pocatello City Council held a clarification meeting to discuss items on the December 5, 2024 regular agenda, with staff clarifying information. No formal decisions or votes were made during this procedural session.

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will consider approving a contract with Flock Group, Inc. for Automated License Plate Reader technology, a grant application for Brady Chapel restoration, and several infrastructure contracts including a waterline replacement at Mountain View Cemetery. Consent items include minutes, claims, and appointments to city boards. The meeting includes action items on surplus property, airport business plan adoption, and piggyback vehicle purchases.

• Police Department contract with Flock Group, Inc. for Automated License Plate Reader technology (action item).
• National Park Service Save America's Treasures grant application for Brady Chapel restoration and repair, total project cost $399,327 with 50% match.
• Bid award to Allied Underground Technology for Mountain View Cemetery Waterline replacement, $1,236,130.14.
• Wastewater Collection System Master Plan update agreement with Consor, total contract price $298,104.00.
• Piggyback bid from City of Boise for four 2025 Pursuit-Rated Ford Interceptor SUVs for Police Department, total $199,108.00.

The Pocatello City Council approved a contract with Flock Group, Inc. for Automated License Plate Reader technology, with a 3-1 vote (Paulsen opposed). The council also approved several other items, including a grant application for Brady Chapel restoration, a cemetery waterline replacement bid, and multiple vehicle purchases. All decisions were made during the regular meeting on December 5, 2024.

• Approved Flock Group ALPR contract (3-1, Paulsen opposed)
• Approved NPS Save America's Treasures grant application for Brady Chapel restoration ($399,327 project, 50% match)
• Awarded Mountain View Cemetery Waterline replacement bid to Allied Underground Technology ($1,236,130.14)
• Approved Wastewater Collection System Master Plan update with Consor ($298,104)
• Approved piggyback bid for 2025 Ford T350 Transit Cargo Van ($62,785)
• Approved piggyback bid for 4 Ford Interceptor SUVs ($199,108 total)
• Approved piggyback bid for Peterbilt 567 cab/chassis ($132,486 net)
• Approved consent agenda including claims ($1,090,656.01) and easement vacation

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hold a work session. Members will discuss updates on specific preservation assignments and community outreach.

• Discussion of Washington Elementary preservation
• Discussion of Brady Chapel preservation
• Review of Historic Preservation Plan by Kirk Huffaker
• Community Engagement & Outreach updates

The Historic Preservation Commission held a special meeting and unanimously approved the minutes from its November 6 and November 11, 2024 meetings. The rest of the session was a work session with no formal decisions, covering topics such as participation in NeighborWorks Pocatello's home tour, potential walking tours, a possible CLG grant for the University District, and updates on the Brady Chapel restoration.

• Approved minutes from November 6 and November 11, 2024 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

This is a procedural clarification meeting with no decisions or discussions of specific items. The council will review items listed on the regular meeting agenda but no action is taken.

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will consider several action items including a final plat for a 30-lot subdivision, a sign code ordinance, and multiple contracts. Notable decisions involve approving a $600,000 mitigation funding agreement for a park project, purchasing a $375,385.77 Vactor truck, and donating 53 surplus bicycles to a local recovery organization.

• Final plat approval for Northgate Villas Division 1 to create 30 lots on 13.75 acres near Fairgrounds Road and I-15
• Acceptance of $600,000 mitigation funding from Swinerton Builders for Centennial Rainey Park wetland and streambank improvements
• Purchase of one Vactor RamJet truck for $375,385.77 via Sourcewell contract for Water Pollution Control
• Declaration of 53 bicycles as surplus and donation to Bicycles for Recovery
• First reading of ordinance to amend sign code definitions and replace Chapter 15/20 with Chapter 17.07

City Council

The City Council will discuss snow-related issues, including safety, removal, and citizen responsibilities. The meeting also includes a period for public comments on city government-related topics.

• Discussion on snow safety, removal, and citizen responsibilities
• Public comment period for city government-related topics

City Council

At this work session, the City Council will receive presentations and provide feedback on several action items, including Flock Safety license plate recognition technology for police, a new clubhouse at Riverside Golf Course, and a grant application for Brady Chapel restoration. An update from Bannock Development Corporation is also scheduled.

• Presentation and discussion of Flock Safety license plate recognition technology (action item)
• Presentation on construction of a new clubhouse at Riverside Golf Course (action item)
• Council feedback on grant application for final phases of James H. Brady Memorial Chapel restoration (action item)
• Update from Bannock Development Corporation on activities and achievements (action item)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meetings scheduled for November 13, 2024, have been cancelled. The next regular meetings are set for December 11, 2024.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting for a special ceremony to celebrate the ribbon cutting of Brady Chapel at Mountain View Cemetery. No formal commission business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Brady Chapel Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Mountain View Cemetery

City Council

This is a procedural clarification meeting where the City Council discusses items listed on the November 7, 2024 regular meeting agenda. No decisions are made at this meeting; its purpose is to provide additional information or answer questions about regular agenda items. The agenda does not specify which items will be clarified.

• No specific agenda items listed; meeting is solely for clarification of regular council agenda

City Council

The council will act on a consent agenda including appointments and a $19,515 police grant, then hold public hearings on an easement vacation and CDBG needs. Major action items include submitting a $1.75M EPA grant for Johnny Creek sewer, a $1.09M HUD grant for senior home modifications, and awarding bids for the 1st Avenue Storm Sewer ($859k) and WPC fencing ($100k).

• EPA community grant application for Johnny Creek Sewering Project, $1,750,000, no match required
• HUD grant application for Older Adult Home Modification Program, $1,089,553.22, no match
• Bid award for 1st Avenue Storm Sewer project to RS Jobber, Inc., $859,111.50
• Bid award for WPC fencing to Mountain States Fence, $100,895.00
• Public hearing on vacation of a 30-foot access and utility easement at the Crossings subdivision

City Council

The City Council is convening for a special meeting to enter an executive session. The session is for the evaluation, dismissal, disciplining of, or hearing complaints against a public officer, employee, staff member, individual agent, or public school student.

• Executive session regarding personnel evaluation or discipline

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will consider approving minutes from its August 21 work session, then receive training from city staff on open meeting laws and policies, followed by a presentation on the commission's responsibilities and purpose. No public hearings, rezonings, or financial decisions are on this agenda.

• Approval of August 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Training on open meeting laws and policies led by Anne Nichols
• Presentation on HPC responsibilities and purpose by Jim Anglesey

The Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission held a special meeting on November 6, 2024, primarily for training. They unanimously approved the minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting. Staff provided training on open meeting laws and on the commission's responsibilities and purpose. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved August 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received training on open meeting laws and policies
• Received training on HPC responsibilities and purpose

City Council

Both the 5:30 p.m. Council Clarification meeting and the 6:00 p.m. Regular City Council meeting on October 17, 2024, have been cancelled because a quorum could not be formed. Any items originally scheduled will be rescheduled to a future meeting. No substantive business was transacted.

• Council Clarification meeting cancelled
• Regular City Council meeting cancelled
• Items to be rescheduled to a future meeting

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will hear updates from the Housing Alliance and Community Partners, the Pocatello Arts Council, and the fire and police unions. Action items include a report on wild turkey removal permits in the Johnny Creek area and discussion of proposed repeal of Title 15.20 (Sign Code) and amendments to Title 17 (Zoning Regulations), following a public hearing on September 5. Council may direct staff to prepare an ordinance for future consideration.

• Housing Alliance and Community Partners update on goals and projects
• Pocatello Arts Council update with an action item
• Idaho Fish and Game report on results of wild turkey lethal removal permits in Johnny Creek area (action item)
• Proposed repeal of Title 15.20 Sign Code and amendments to Title 17 Zoning Regulations (action item)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meetings scheduled for October 9 at 6:00 and 6:30 p.m. have been cancelled. The next regular meetings are scheduled for November 13.

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will decide on submitting a $2.6 million grant application to HUD for the PRO Housing program to address affordable housing barriers. They will also vote on rezoning two properties, leasing airport land for a new FAA air traffic control tower, and approving a professional services agreement for a trail extension and pedestrian bridge. A resolution adopting the Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan and an emergency declaration for sewer repairs on Clark Street are also on the agenda.

• $2.6M grant application to HUD for affordable housing barriers (no match required)
• Two rezoning ordinances: 0.23 acres from RMS to RCP and 5.46 acres at 2806 South 5th Ave from CG to RCP
• 20-year lease of 1.31 acres at airport for new FAA air traffic control tower at no cost
• Professional services agreement with Keller Associates for Brennan Trail Extension and Pedestrian Bridge
• Emergency sewer repairs on Clark Street estimated at $133,000

City Council

This is a clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the October 3, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the purpose is to provide additional context or answer questions before the regular meeting.

• Discussion to clarify items on the October 3, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive training on open meeting laws and policies from Anne Nichols.

• Training on open meeting laws and policies provided by Anne Nichols

City Council

This is a procedural clarification meeting where the City Council discusses items listed on the regular meeting agenda for the same date. No decisions are made; the purpose is to clarify agenda items before the regular session.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget amendments and consider an ordinance to increase total expenditures by $736,464. The body is also deciding on several zoning changes, a city rebranding logo, and a new fire union collective bargaining agreement.

• Proposed budget expenditure increase of $736,464 for FY 2024
• Grant application for $390,000 for Upper City Creek Trailhead improvements
• Bid award of $74,257 to Drycreek Underground Utilities for Zoo Idaho Potable Water Project
• Rezoning of 5.46 acres at 2806 South 5th Avenue and 0.23 acres at 906 East Elm
• Approval of FY 2025-2028 Collective Bargaining Agreement for Pocatello Firefighters Local #187

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget amendments ahead of a September 19 public hearing. Members will also consider the repeal of the Sign Code and amendments to zoning regulations. Additionally, the council will receive updates on city rebranding and commission goals.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2024 September Budget amendments
• Proposed repeal of Title 15.20: Sign Code
• Proposed amendments to Title 17: Zoning Regulations
• City Rebranding Project update from HUB Collective
• Goal and project updates from Historic Preservation and Planning and Zoning Commissions

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will conduct a work session focused on member duties and state open meeting laws. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 14, 2024, meeting.

• Open Meeting Laws training provided by Administrative Services Manager Anne Nichols
• Training on P&Z member roles and expectations by Brent McLane and Matthew Lewis
• Approval of August 14, 2024, clarification and regular meeting minutes

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its August 14, 2024, meeting. The rest of the session was a work session with training on Idaho Open Meeting Laws and member duties, including a video on the Local Land Use Planning Act. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 14, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

This is a procedural clarification meeting where the City Council discusses items on the regular meeting agenda for the same date. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is solely for clarifying agenda items before the regular meeting.

• Discussion to clarify items on the September 5, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings on two zoning and future land use map amendments for properties at 2806 South 5th Avenue and 906 East Elm Street, and on repealing the sign code (Title 15.20) and amending zoning regulations (Title 17). They will also consider a taxicab license denial appeal, a short plat for Dykman Commercial Park, acceptance of four buses from the Idaho Transportation Department, and a $378,490 task order for Well #17 to Highland Golf Course. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, material claims, treasurer's report, and appointments to the ADA Grievance Committee, Historic Preservation Commission, and Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Public hearing for zoning and future land use map amendment at 2806 South 5th Avenue from Commercial to Mixed-Use (CG to RCP)
• Public hearing for zoning and future land use map amendment at 906 East Elm Street from Residential to Mixed-Use (RMS to RCP)
• Public hearing on repeal of Title 15.20 (Sign Code) and text amendments to Title 17 (Zoning Regulations)
• Task Order #5A for Well #17 to Highland Golf Course under on-call engineering agreement with Keller Associates for $378,490
• Acceptance of one 2020 Freightliner Glaval medium duty bus and three GILLIG heavy duty buses from Idaho Transportation Department

The Pocatello City Council upheld the police department's denial of a taxicab license for Adam Dorris, who has a felony statutory rape conviction. The council also approved two zoning and future land use map amendments, a short plat application, and several other items. A public hearing on proposed sign code changes was held, with a decision deferred to a future work session.

• Upheld taxicab license denial for Adam Dorris (4-0)
• Approved zoning and future land use map amendment at 2806 South 5th Avenue (4-0)
• Approved zoning and future land use map amendment at 906 East Elm Street (4-0)
• Approved short plat application for 4 industrial lots at 6284 South 5th Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Peace Pole installation request by Centennial Rotary Club (4-0)
• Adopted Airport Master Plan and Resolution 2024-31 (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of 4 buses from Idaho Transportation Department (4-0)
• Approved $378,490 Task Order #5A for Well #17 engineering (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The September 4, 2024, meeting of the Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled due to a lack of business. The next scheduled meeting is October 2, 2024.

• September 4, 2024, meeting cancelled; no business items.

City Council

The City Council will convene into executive session under Idaho Code to discuss acquiring an interest in real property not owned by a public agency. No final action will be taken in the closed session, and the meeting will adjourn immediately afterward.

• Executive session to consider acquiring real property (Idaho Code 74-206(1)(c))

The City Council met in special session and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss acquiring real property, as allowed by Idaho Code. No formal decisions were made during the open meeting; the session was procedural only.

• Voted to convene into executive session for real property acquisition (4-0)

Fire Union

The Pocatello Fire Union will hold a meeting to discuss negotiations for the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187. This is a discussion item only, with no decisions or votes scheduled.

• Discussion regarding negotiations for the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187

The City of Pocatello and IAFF Local #187 reached tentative agreements on Article 18 (miscellaneous benefits), Section F (paramedic stipend pay), Section G (paper dates for engineer promotions), and Article 1 (job descriptions). These agreements are tentative and subject to ratification. No final votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Tentative agreement on Article 18, Miscellaneous Benefits (TA-13)
• Tentative agreement on Section F, Paramedic Stipend Pay (TA-14)
• Tentative agreement on Section G, Paper Dates for Promotion of Engineers (TA-15)
• Tentative agreement on Article 1, job descriptions (TA-16)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold roll call and disclosures, vote on approving the June 5, 2024 minutes, and discuss ongoing preservation projects. These include the Brady Chapel restoration, the Historic Preservation Plan update, community engagement efforts, and the Historic Homes Tour.

• Approve minutes from June 5, 2024 meeting
• Discuss Brady Chapel restoration progress (masonry scraping, ADA compliance)
• Discuss Historic Preservation Plan (survey results, vision statement)
• Review community engagement and outreach activities
• Plan for Historic Homes Tour

The Historic Preservation Commission held a work session to discuss the Pocatello Historic Preservation Plan with consultant Kirk Huffaker, including a vision statement, survey results, and goals. The only formal decision was unanimous approval of the June 5, 2024, meeting minutes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Fire Union

The Pocatello Fire Union (International Association of Firefighters Local #187) is meeting to discuss negotiations with the city. The agenda includes only roll call, this single discussion item, and adjournment.

• Discussion regarding negotiations for the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will convene a special meeting to discuss labor contract matters behind closed doors under Idaho Code. The council will vote to enter executive session, but no final action will be taken in open session. The meeting will adjourn immediately after the executive session.

• Executive session to consider labor contract matters under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(j) and 74-206A(1)(a) and (b)

The City Council convened a special meeting and immediately entered executive session to discuss labor contract matters under Idaho Code. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting; the session was adjourned without public action.

• Convened into executive session for labor contract discussions (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to clarify items listed on the August 15, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. This is a procedural meeting focused on discussion.

• Discussion to clarify items from the August 15, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

The Pocatello City Council held a clarification meeting on August 15, 2024, to discuss items on the upcoming regular meeting agenda. Staff clarified agenda information for council members. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, consider accepting a $1,014,065 FAA airport improvement grant for a new taxilane, and vote on submitting a $498,750 EPA Brownfields Job Training Grant application. Other action items include awarding fire station construction contracts to Smedley Builders ($166,829 and $21,750), adopting a resolution setting all city department fees for FY2025, and a rezoning at 864 East Poplar Street.

• Public hearing on proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Accept $1,014,065 FAA Airport Improvement Program grant for taxilane design/construction
• Submit $498,750 EPA FY25 Brownfields Job Training Grant application (no city match required)
• Award $166,829 bathroom remodel at Fire Station #1 and $21,750 office/dorm remodel at Fire Station #2 to Smedley Builders
• Adopt FY2025 fee resolution covering 25 fee schedules (airport, police, water, parks, etc.)

The Pocatello City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2025 appropriation ordinance and a resolution setting departmental fees for the coming year. The council also accepted a $1,014,065 FAA airport grant for taxilane design and construction, and approved several other items including a Brownfields job training grant application, a park donation, and fire station remodel bids. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with all six council members present.

• Adopted FY2025 appropriation ordinance (6-0)
• Adopted fee resolution 2024-30 with exhibits a-y (6-0)
• Approved $1,014,065 FAA airport grant acceptance (6-0)
• Approved $498,750 EPA Brownfields job training grant application (6-0)
• Accepted playground and bocce ball court donation for Bonneville Community Park (6-0)
• Approved $11,000 contract amendment with HUB Collective (6-0)
• Awarded fire station remodel bids to Smedley Builders: $166,829 (Station #1) and $21,750 (Station #2) (6-0)
• Rezoned .18 acres at 864 East Poplar Street from RMS to RCP (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

This is a procedural meeting for the Planning & Zoning Commission to discuss and clarify items that will appear on the regular meeting agenda scheduled for the same day. No substantive decisions or public hearings are on this agenda.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zone map and future land use map amendments. The first, by Gate City Builders, seeks to rezone 2806 S. 5th Avenue from Commercial General to Residential Commercial Professional and change the Comprehensive Plan designation from Commercial to Mixed Use. The second, by PERM Properties, requests rezoning 906 E. Elm Street from Residential Medium Density Single-Family to Residential/Commercial/Professional and a future land use map change from Residential to Mixed Use. The commission will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair for a term ending October 31, 2025, and approve minutes from the July 17 meeting.

• Public hearing for zone map and land use amendment at 2806 S. 5th Avenue by Gate City Builders
• Public hearing for zone map and land use amendment at 906 E. Elm Street by PERM Properties
• Election of P&Z Chair and Vice Chair for term ending October 31, 2025
• Approval of minutes from the July 17, 2024 clarification and regular meetings

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of two zone map and future land use map amendments. The first, for Gate City Builders at 2806 S. 5th Avenue, would change the future land use from Commercial (C) to Mixed-Use (MU) and rezone from Commercial General (CG) to Residential/Commercial/Professional (RCP). The second, for PERM Properties at 906 E. Elm Street, would change the future land use from Residential (R) to Mixed-Use (MU) and rezone from Residential Medium Density Single-Family (RMS) to Residential/Commercial/Professional (RCP). Both recommendations include conditions from the staff report and authorize the Chair to sign the Findings of Fact & Recommendation.

• Recommended approval of Gate City Builders rezoning at 2806 S. 5th Ave (4-0)
• Recommended approval of PERM Properties rezoning at 906 E. Elm St (4-0)
• Approved minutes from July 17, 2024 (4-0)
• Appointed Rich Phillips as Chair and Adam Geyer as Vice Chair (4-0)

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will hold a work session to hear updates from the Golf Advisory Committee and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. Council will also review a draft of the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Action Plan and discuss proposed Fiscal Year 2025 fee changes based on public comments from an August 1 hearing. The Mayor and Council members will provide updates on advisory board activities.

• Golf Advisory Committee update on goals, projects, and council policies (action item)
• Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee update on goals, projects, and council policies (action item)
• Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Action Plan draft findings and goals presented for council feedback (action item)
• Fiscal Year 2025 fee changes discussion, reviewing public comments from August 1 public hearing (action item)
• Council Advisory Board updates from Mayor and council members

The Pocatello City Council held a work session on August 8, 2024, receiving updates from the Golf Advisory Committee, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, and staff on the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Action Plan. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the SS4A plan will be considered for adoption at a future regular meeting. Council also discussed proposed FY2025 fee changes and advisory board updates.

• No formal votes or decisions taken during work session
• SS4A Action Plan draft goals reviewed; final plan to be considered for adoption in September 2024
• Golf Advisory Committee update presented; no action taken
• Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee update presented; no action taken
• FY2025 fee changes discussed; no action taken

City Council

This is a procedural clarification meeting where the council discusses items listed on the regular City Council meeting agenda. No decisions or votes are expected; the session is solely for clarifying agenda matters. The agenda contains only roll call, discussion, and adjournment.

• Discussion of items on the August 1, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

The City Council met for a clarification meeting on August 1, 2024, to discuss agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the meeting was procedural only.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY2025 forgone tax levy of $329,654 and on fee changes for sanitation and other services. It will also vote on several consent agenda items, including approvals for a 10.34-acre planned unit development with 86 townhomes, a $500,000 skatepark design-build using ARPA funds, and a $1.2M grant application for Centennial Rainey Park.

• Public hearing on $329,654 forgone tax levy for FY2025 budget
• Public hearing on proposed sanitation fee amendment for FY2024
• Approval of Park Place Planned Unit Development: 86 townhome lots on 10.34 acres west of I-15
• Piggyback bid acceptance for skatepark design/build at $500,000 using ARPA funds
• Land Water Conservation Fund grant application for Centennial Rainey Park ($1.2M project)

The Pocatello City Council approved the consent agenda, which included rezoning .18 acres at 864 East Poplar and granting a Planned Unit Development for 86 townhome lots west of I-15. The council also adopted resolutions for sanitation fee changes, a forgone tax levy of $329,654, and approved several contracts and leases, including a $500,000 skatepark design/build.

• Approved consent agenda including rezoning at 864 East Poplar (unanimous)
• Approved PUD for 86 townhome lots west of I-15 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-26 for sanitation fee changes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-27 for $329,654 forgone tax levy (5-1, Cheatum opposed)
• Approved $600,000 grant application for Centennial Rainey Park (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Driscoll Top Hay at airport (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Darin Dobbins for hangar (unanimous)
• Accepted $500,000 skatepark bid with Artisan Skateparks (unanimous)

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings to decide on three conditional use permit applications. These requests involve expanding a residential garage, converting an office to storage, and building a shop for a business.

• File 24-1621: Request by Hannah and Matt Sanger to expand a legal-nonconforming garage at 529 S. 7th Avenue
• File 24-1777: Request by Sean Williams to convert a commercial office building into an indoor storage facility at 805 N. Main Street
• File 24-1839: Request by Four J’s Enterprises Holdings LLC to expand a parcel and build a shop for Roto Rooter at 8647 Kraft Road

City Council

The special City Council meeting scheduled for July 23, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. has been canceled. No decisions or discussions occurred.

City Council

This special City Council town hall meeting is focused on wildfire safety. City officials will provide updates on defensible space programs and current summer conditions. No official action will be taken; the meeting allows for public comments on city-related topics.

• Presentation on wildfire safety, defensible space programs, and summer conditions

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and clarify items listed on the July 18, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda.

The Pocatello City Council held a clarification meeting on July 18, 2024, to discuss agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting. No formal decisions, votes, or actions were taken during this procedural session. The meeting was adjourned after staff clarified agenda information for council members.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on proposed updates to the Downtown Historic District Design Standards and an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The council will also consider several action items including a zoning ordinance change for 29.87 acres along Phil Meador Avenue, a lease agreement with Pure Flight Poky, LLC for a flight school, a bid award for the Hawthorne/Jensen pedestrian safety project, and a recycling services agreement with Republic Services. Additionally, the council will vote on ordinances regarding juvenile status offenses and a $2.7 million increase in sanitation fund expenditures.

• Public hearing on proposed update to Downtown Historic District Design Standards
• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2024 July budget amendment
• Ordinance rezoning 29.87 acres along Phil Meador Avenue from Commercial-General to Industrial
• Bid award to Pro Builders, Inc. for $188,288.20 for Hawthorne/Jensen pedestrian safety project
• Ordinance approving $2,700,000 increase in Sanitation Fund expenditures

The City Council approved a $2.7 million amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 Sanitation Fund budget, increasing it from $12.7 million to $15.4 million, to purchase a baling facility and upgrades for the recycling program. The council also adopted updated Downtown Historic District Design Standards, approved a lease with Pure Flight Poky for a flight school, and passed several other ordinances and contracts.

• Approved $2.7M Sanitation Fund budget amendment (6-0)
• Adopted Downtown Historic District Design Standards update, Resolution 2024-24 (6-0)
• Approved Pure Flight Poky lease for flight school at $1,300/month (6-0)
• Approved ordinance exceptions for Pocatello Car Club street drag event (6-0)
• Approved Republic Services recycling hauling/processing agreement (6-0)
• Awarded $188,288.20 pedestrian safety contract to Pro Builders, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved property purchase offer at 3034 Garrett Way (6-0)
• Passed zoning change for 29.87 acres on Phil Meador Ave to Industrial (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two preliminary plat applications for residential subdivisions. The body will also discuss a request by the City of Pocatello to repeal the existing Sign Code and amend zoning regulations.

• Northgate Villas Division 1: Proposal to subdivide 13.75 acres into 30 lots northwest of Fairgrounds Road extension
• The Preserve at City Creek Division 1: Proposal to subdivide 54.4 acres into 43 residential lots south of Fremont Street
• Sign Code Ordinance Amendment: Proposal to repeal Municipal Code Title 15.20 and change Title 17 Zoning Regulations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss and clarify items on the July 17, 2024, agenda. This is a procedural meeting to ensure clarity on upcoming business.

City Council

The City Council will review the final Utility Rate Study for use in five-year budgeting purposes. Staff will also present updates on ARPA project costs and proposed changes to sanitation fees. Additionally, the Council will discuss budget amendments for fiscal year 2024 and development for fiscal year 2025.

• Final Utility Rate Study presentation for five-year budgeting
• Proposed mid-year FY 2024 sanitation fee amendments
• Proposed ordinance changes regarding juvenile runaways
• Update on ARPA project cost estimates and status
• FY 2024 budget amendment details for the July 18 public hearing

City Council

This special meeting is for discussion to clarify items listed on the July 11, 2024, Special City Council Meeting agenda. The provided agenda contains only procedural items and clarification discussions.

• Clarification of items from the July 11, 2024, Special City Council Meeting agenda

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a townhome development and a zoning map amendment. The agenda also includes decisions on airport lease renewals, subdivision approvals, and infrastructure bids.

• Public hearing for Park Place Planned Unit Development involving 86 townhome lots
• Zoning map amendment request for 0.18 acres at 864 East Poplar
• Bid award of $89,333.33 for a surge tank at Barton Booster Pumping Station
• Bid award of $23,853.01 for repairs to Fire Station #1
• Rezone request for 29.87 acres near Phil Meador Avenue from Commercial General to Industrial

City Council

The July 4, 2024, City Council meetings have been canceled due to the Independence Day holiday. The scheduled sessions are rescheduled as special meetings on July 11, 2024.

• Cancellation of July 4 Council Clarification meeting
• Cancellation of July 4 Regular City Council meeting
• Rescheduling of meetings to July 11, 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for July 3, 2024, has been canceled due to a lack of business. The next meeting is rescheduled for August 21, 2024.

• Cancellation of the July 3, 2024, meeting

City Council

Chief Financial Officer Gene Hill will present a draft budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2025. The City Council will review the proposal for consideration and input.

• Presentation of the FY 2025 draft budget proposal

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing regarding a sign exception request for the Community Recreation Center at 144 Wilson Ave. The application seeks to exceed the allowed number of wall signs in the Residential Medium Density Multi-family zone. City staff recommends approval subject to specific conditions.

• Sign exception request for Community Recreation Center (File 24-1502)
• Proposed signage at 144 Wilson Ave exceeds current wall sign allowances by two signs
• Public hearing regarding sign dimensions and placement in an RMM zoning district

City Council

The City Council will review a draft proposal for the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The meeting includes presentations on medical, vision, and dental benefit plans. Additionally, council members will discuss pay scales for general employees and the fire union.

• Draft FY2025 budget proposal presentation
• Medical, vision, and dental plan reviews
• Fire Union pay scale discussion
• General employee pay scale discussion

Fire Union

The Pocatello Fire Union will hold a discussion regarding negotiations for the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Negotiations for International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will consider a variance application for an accessory structure at 1822 Cottage Avenue. Applicant Gary Humphries seeks to build a 1,750-square-foot pole barn that exceeds the square footage of the primary residence. Planning staff recommends approval subject to specific setback conditions.

• Variance application (File 24-1294) for an accessory structure at 1822 Cottage Avenue
• Request to build a 1,750-square-foot pole barn exceeding the primary residence's square footage
• Proposed condition requiring a five-foot setback from property and primary lines

City Council

The Council will review a request for an updated letter of support regarding fundraising for a new senior facility. Public Works staff will also present status updates and cost estimates for ARPA projects. Additionally, sanitation staff will provide information on the current recycling program and its future outlook.

• Support letter request for United Seniors Project facility
• Status and cost estimate updates for ARPA projects
• Recycling program update and future outlook
• Advisory board activity updates

Planning & Zoning Commission

This is a procedural meeting for the Planning & Zoning Commission. The session is dedicated to discussing and clarifying items on the June 12, 2024, meeting agenda.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications. These include a rezoning request for 864 E. Poplar Street and two subdivision proposals for residential lots.

• Rezoning 864 E. Poplar Street to Residential/Commercial/Professional (File 24-1200)
• Subdivision of 6.94 acres into 28 single-family lots at Western Skies Division 4 (File 24-480)
• Development of 86 townhome lots at Park Place PUD (File 24-915)
• Platting of 10.34 acres for 86 townhome lots near Ammon Park (File 24-916)

Fire Union

The Pocatello Fire Union will hold a discussion regarding negotiations for the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda beyond roll call and adjournment.

• Negotiations for IAFF Pocatello Firefighters Local #187

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will hold a special meeting to convene into an executive session regarding the acquisition of interest in real property not owned by a public agency. No final action or decisions will be made during this session, and the meeting is scheduled to adjourn immediately following the session.

• Executive Session regarding interest in real property acquisition

Fire Union

The meeting includes a discussion regarding negotiations for the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187. The agenda also covers roll call and adjournment.

• Negotiations for International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187

City Council

This is a clarification meeting for the Pocatello City Council. The council will discuss items listed on the June 6, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda to provide further clarity.

• Discussion to clarify items from the June 6, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will hold a budget development meeting featuring departmental presentations. These sessions cover topics including police, public works, water services, and finance.

• Police Department presentation by Chief Roger Schei
• Public Works presentations covering GIS, engineering, and ARPA Fund
• Water Pollution Control and Water Department presentations
• Utility Billing presentation
• Capital Contingency Fund 078 and Finance Department presentations

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is considering the annexation of approximately 482.88 acres along South 5th Avenue and related updates to the Future Land Use Map. The agenda also includes a public hearing for an industrial rezoning request and several subdivision plat applications. Additionally, the Council will review various city contracts and grant applications.

• Annexation of approximately 482.88 acres along South 5th Avenue
• Public hearing for Brivan Idaho, LLC to rezone 29.87 acres from Commercial General to Industrial
• Contract extension with Harmony Engineering for $140,000.00
• Keldair Applicant Tracking System contract for $31,056.00
• Road oil purchase via Power County contract not to exceed $70,465.00

City Council

The City Council is conducting a budget development meeting featuring departmental presentations. These sessions include reviews of Human Resources, Planning and Development, Information Technology, the Mayor's office, Building, and Non-Departmental items.

• Human Resources/Wellness presentation
• Planning Services and CDBG/Lead Grants presentation
• Information Technology presentation
• Mayor/Council Department presentation
• Building Department and City Hall Facilities presentation

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission may vote to recommend proposed Downtown Historic District Design Standards to the City Council. The meeting also includes discussions on preservation projects and community outreach efforts.

• Approval of minutes from February 7, March 1, March 20, and May 8, 2024
• Recommendation of proposed Downtown Historic District Design Standards to City Council
• Updates on the Brady Chapel preservation project
• Discussion regarding the Historic Preservation Plan

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget development meeting to review presentations from several municipal departments. These presentations include Parks and Recreation, Street Operations, Fleet, Sanitation, and fuel prices. All listed items are designated as action items.

• Parks and Recreation Department presentation
• Street Operations and Federal Aid Projects presentation
• Fleet Department presentation
• Sanitation Department presentation
• Fuel prices presentation

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is holding a budget development meeting to review Fiscal Year 2025 allocation requests from ten community organizations, each presenting for potential funding. The council will also hear presentations from city departments including legal, risk management, airport, transit, library, fire, ambulance, and animal services, all marked as action items. This is a working session focused on budget decisions.

• Community organization budget requests: Aid For Friends, Aslett Clean World Foundation, Family Services Alliance, Greater Pocatello Convention and Visitor's Bureau, NeighborWorks Pocatello, Pocatello Free Clinic, Pocatello Iwamizawa Sister City Foundation, SEICAA Meals on Wheels, Senior Activity Center, Valley Mission
• Legal Department presentation by City Attorney Jared Johnson and Risk Manager Andrea Henderson
• Liability insurance, risk management, and workers comp insurance presentation by Risk Manager Andrea Henderson
• Pocatello Regional Airport presentation by Airport Manager Alan Evans
• Pocatello Regional Transit presentation by Director Skyler Beebe

Fire Union

The Pocatello Fire Union is meeting to hold discussions regarding negotiations for the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187.

• Negotiations for International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is holding a special meeting solely to convene into executive session to consider labor contract matters, as authorized by Idaho Code. No final action will be taken in the closed session, and the meeting will adjourn immediately after.

• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(j) for labor contract matters
• Action item on agenda for convening into executive session
• Meeting held at Paradice Conference Room, 911 North 7th Avenue

Fire Union

The negotiations between the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187 and City staff scheduled for May 28, 2024, have been canceled.

Fire Union

The Pocatello Fire Union will meet to hold discussions regarding negotiations for the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187.

• Negotiations for International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget development meeting to shape the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. They will hear presentations on the revenue forecast, workers compensation and benefits, new position requests, salary and pay scale costs, and proposed fee increases. Most items are action items, meaning the council may make decisions on them.

• Fiscal Year 2025 revenue forecast (action item)
• Workers compensation modifier, tuition reimbursement, life insurance (action items)
• New position requests (action item)
• Sworn police union pay scale step costs and step movement costs for general, police, and fire management (action items)
• Proposed fee increases (action item)

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is convening a special meeting to enter an executive session to discuss labor contract matters, as permitted by Idaho Code. No final action will be taken during the session, and the meeting will adjourn immediately after.

• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206 (1)(j) for labor contract matters
• No final action or decision will be made in executive session

Fire Union

The Pocatello Fire Union is meeting to hold discussions regarding negotiations for the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187.

• Negotiations for International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is meeting to consider a wide range of items, including several public hearings on zoning changes, annexations, and grant applications. The council will also vote on consent agenda items, budget amendments, and airport-related contracts and leases. The meeting includes multiple public hearings where residents can comment on proposed developments and funding requests.

• Public hearing on annexing ~500 acres along South 5th Avenue (Planning & Zoning recommended denial)
• Public hearing on rezoning 29.87 acres from Commercial General to Industrial for Brivan Idaho LLC
• Public hearing on FY2024 budget amendments and ICDBG CARES grant for park restrooms
• FAA grant application for $233,662 for airport taxilane design; $244,240.25 work order with Ardurra
• Lease amendment with Delta Air Lines at $7,910.03/month replacing SkyWest lease

City Council

This is a clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the May 16, 2024 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, the discussion item, and adjournment.

• Discussion to clarify items on the May 16, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is holding a special meeting to convene into executive session to consider labor contract matters, as authorized by Idaho Code. No final action will be taken during the session, and the meeting will adjourn immediately after.

• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206 (1)(j) for labor contract matters
• No final action or decision will be made in executive session

Fire Union

The Pocatello Fire Union will meet to hold discussions regarding negotiations for the International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187.

• Negotiations for International Association of Firefighters, Pocatello Firefighters Local #187

Hearing Examiner

The Pocatello Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing on a sign exception request from Beard, St. Clair, Gaffney Attorneys/BBSI for three wall signs at 1832 Wayfarer Street, exceeding the one wall sign allowed in the RCP zone. Staff recommends denial, finding the request does not meet all criteria, but the examiner may approve with conditions. No public comments have been received.

• Sign exception for three wall signs at 1832 Wayfarer Street (RCP zone)
• Proposed signs: 50 sq ft (north), 42.67 sq ft (south) for BSCG; 24 sq ft (south) for BBSI
• Staff recommends denial; applicant cites visibility issues from Olympus Dr
• Public hearing with 3-minute oral testimony limit
• Appeals to City Council within 10 days of decision

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a work session to review the city's Sign Code. This session is for staff to walk through the code with commission members and does not include public comment or official action.

• Work session regarding the current Sign Code

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is holding a work session to discuss and take action on several items, including a utility rate study for FY2025-2029, a new applicant tracking software, the Legacy Park development plan, fireworks regulation updates, and proposed FY2024 budget amendments. The council will also hear updates from the Construction Board of Appeals and Review, the Sister Cities Foundation, and the Library Board.

• Raftelis utility rate study for FY2025-2029 (action item)
• Applicant tracking software presentation (action item)
• Legacy Park development plan for 4.82-acre park at 3350 Iron Bend (action item)
• Fireworks regulation code update (action item)
• Proposed May FY2024 budget amendments (action item)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Pocatello City Council held immediately after a work session. The council will convene into an executive session to consider labor contract matters as allowed under Idaho Code. No final action or decision will be made during the session, and the meeting will adjourn immediately after.

• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(j) to consider labor contract matters
• No final action will be taken in executive session

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review updates on several preservation projects. This includes discussions regarding the Downtown Historic Design Standards, the Historic Preservation Plan, and community engagement for Preservation Month in May.

• Approval of February 7, March 1, and March 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates on Brady Chapel preservation projects
• Discussion of Downtown Historic Design Standards
• Updates on the Historic Preservation Plan
• Community engagement for Preservation Month in May

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will consider annexing approximately 33 acres along Kraft and Gathe roads, with a Residential Medium Density Multi-Family (RMM) zoning designation. The council will also hold public hearings on a contract zone map amendment for indoor recreation at the Titan Center and a right-of-way vacation request by Savage Transload Network. Other action items include a $126,833 change order for the Fire Station Alerting Project and approval of the consent agenda, which includes material claims and a treasurer's report.

• Annexation of ~33 acres along Kraft and Gathe roads, zoned RMM
• Public hearing: Contract Zone Map Amendment for Pocatello Quinn, LLC (Titan Center Building #12)
• Public hearing: Vacation of ~0.63 acres right-of-way at north end of Kraft Road (Savage Transload Network)
• Fire Station Alerting Project change order: $126,833.00 (ARPA-funded)
• Consent agenda: Material Claims (Apr 16-30), Treasurer's Report (March 2024), PDA reappointment of Jim Johnston

City Council

This is a clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the May 2, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the purpose is to clarify agenda items before the regular meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call and adjournment.

• Discussion to clarify items on the May 2, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

Planning & Zoning Commission

This is an agenda clarification meeting for the Planning & Zoning Commission. The session involves discussion to clarify items on the May 1, 2024, meeting agenda.

• Agenda clarification discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a city-initiated request to annex 506 acres along S. 5th Avenue. The commission will also consider amendments to the zone map and future land use map for areas near South Valley Road. Additionally, a request to rezone nearly 30 acres west of Phil Meador Avenue will be heard.

• Annexation of 506 acres along S. 5th Avenue between South Valley Road and Katsilometes Road
• Rezoning 29.87 acres west of Phil Meador Avenue from Commercial General to Industrial
• Future Land Use Map Amendment for property on S. 5th Avenue

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will consider approving a grant application to the US EPA for the South 5th Avenue Complete Street and Sewer Project, a $16.5 million effort with no local match required. The council will also vote on several other action items, including a final plat for a nine-lot subdivision, a concessionaire agreement for Ross Park Aquatic Complex, and multiple bid awards for pickleball courts, asphalt, and ADA improvements. Consent agenda items include material claims and committee appointments.

• EPA Community Change Grant application for South 5th Avenue Complete Street and Sewer Project ($16,466,000)
• Final plat for Greenfield Meadows Division 6: 2.93 acres into 9 residential lots
• Concessionaire agreement with Jeri's Jumbos Café for Ross Park Aquatic Complex
• Bid award to The Track Doctor, Inc. for pickleball surfacing and netting ($74,750.50 with Alternate #1)
• Bid awards to D-Co Concrete for FY22 and FY23 5th Avenue ADA improvements ($59,950.93 and $59,294.88)

City Council

This is a special meeting with a single action item: convening into executive session under several Idaho Code exemptions to discuss pending litigation, labor contract matters, real property acquisition, and trade negotiations. No final action will be taken in the session, and the meeting adjourns immediately after.

• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(f) for legal counsel on pending litigation
• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(j) for labor contract matters
• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(c) to acquire real property
• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(e) for trade or commerce negotiations

City Council

This is a clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the regular meeting agenda for the same date. No decisions are expected; the purpose is to clarify agenda items before the regular meeting. The agenda contains only roll call, the discussion item, and adjournment.

• Discussion to clarify items on the April 18, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will hold a work session with updates and action items on several topics, including the Construction Board of Appeals, fire and police unions, the Airport Master Plan, a proposed citywide business license, a South 5th Avenue corridor annexation, Downtown Historic District Design Standards, and House Bill 508. Most items are for discussion and feedback, with several marked as action items.

• Airport Master Plan final review and feedback (action item)
• Proposed citywide business license options and estimated costs (action item)
• City-initiated annexation along South 5th Avenue Corridor (action item)
• Downtown Historic District Design Standards draft update (action item)
• Construction Board of Appeals and Review goals and projects (action item)

Planning & Zoning Commission

This was a procedural meeting focused on agenda clarification. The commission discussed items related to the April 10, 2024, agenda.

• Agenda item clarification discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider rezoning part of the Titan Center at 669 W. Quinn Road from industrial to commercial use. A proposal for a 25-lot, 91-unit multi-family subdivision on Hawthorne Road will also be reviewed. Additionally, the city is requesting changes to the local sign code and zoning regulations.

• Rezoning of 669 W. Quinn Road from Industrial to Commercial-General
• Subdivision of 13.90 acres into 25 lots for 91 multi-family units on Hawthorne Road
• Repeal of Municipal Code Title 15.20 (Sign Code)
• Changes to Municipal Code Title 17 (Zoning Regulations)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on annexing and zoning 33 acres along Kraft and Gathe roads, following a Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation. The Council will also decide on several action items, including a $16,466,000 grant application for the South 5th Avenue Complete Street and Sewer project, multiple vehicle and equipment purchases, and airport construction and lease agreements.

• Public hearing on annexing 33 acres along Kraft Road and Gathe Road, including 20 private and 2 public parcels
• US EPA Community Change grant application for South 5th Avenue Complete Street and Sewer project, total cost $16,466,000
• Purchase of six light duty buses ($960,036), one medium duty bus ($180,791.75), and one heavy duty bus ($576,217) for Public Transit
• Airport apron pavement reconstruction bid acceptance from Sunroc Corp dba Depatco for $2,179,832.70
• 30-year lease with Cardon Aviation, LLC for 12,000 sq ft airport property at $2,676 per year

City Council

This is a clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the April 4, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No decisions are expected; the agenda contains only roll call, discussion, and adjournment.

• Discussion of April 4, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda items

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission’s April 3, 2024, meeting was canceled for a lack of business. No agenda items were scheduled for discussion or decision. The commission will reconvene on May 8, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.

• No items to discuss; the meeting was canceled due to a lack of business.

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will consider several action items, including awarding bids for the 2024 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation (CIPP) project, the Brady Chapel restoration, and the Bonneville Sidewalk Improvement Project. They will also vote on consent agenda items such as right-of-way vacations, a short plat approval, and a B.I.D. management agreement renewal. Public comment is limited to the Items from the Audience portion.

• Award $369,950 bid for 2024 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation (CIPP) to Planned and Engineered Construction, Inc.
• Award $98,000 bid for Brady Chapel FY24 Restoration to Highlander Masonry and Construction, plus $13,300 additional funding
• Award up to $300,000 for 2024 Bonneville Sidewalk Improvement Project to D-Co. Concrete, LLC
• Approve vacation of right-of-way on Apex Road (0.4567 acres) and City Hall Parking Lot
• Approve sale of surplus Z arm center pivot extension to Craig Clinger for $11,000

City Council

The City Council is holding a clarification meeting to discuss items listed on the March 21, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. The agenda contains only roll call, the discussion item, and adjournment, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Roll call
• Discussion to clarify items on the March 21, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda
• Adjournment

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a work session with consultant Kirk Huffaker. The meeting focuses on discussing the Historic Downtown Design Standards and the Historic Preservation Plan.

• Discussion of Historic Downtown Design Standards
• Discussion of the Historic Preservation Plan

Hearing Examiner

The Pocatello Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit requested by Torrey Whitaker, represented by Jeff Butler of Butler Builders, to expand a legal non-conforming accessory structure at 566 Warren Avenue. The property is in a Residential Medium Density Single Family zoning district. Staff recommends approval with conditions, and one neighbor submitted a written comment in support. The hearing examiner may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the application.

• Conditional use permit (File 24-279) to expand a legal non-conforming shed at 566 Warren Avenue
• Property located in Residential Medium Density Single Family (RMS) zoning district
• Existing shed has a 3-foot setback on the south side; expansion would match that setback
• One written comment from a neighbor in support of the application
• Staff recommends approval with three conditions, including compliance with all applicable codes

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is holding a work session to receive presentations and updates from several advisory boards and staff. They will discuss goals and projects of the Animal Shelter, Child Care, and CDBG Advisory Committees, and receive direction on the new Sign Code. The American Falls FFA Ag Issues Team will present on the Farm Workers Modernization Act.

• Presentation on Farm Workers Modernization Act by American Falls FFA Ag Issues Team
• Animal Shelter Advisory Board update and discussion of Council policies (action item)
• Child Care Advisory Committee update and discussion of Council policies (action item)
• CDBG Advisory Committee update and discussion of Council policies (action item)
• Sign Code updates from Planning and Development Services for Council direction (action item)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting dedicated to Youth In Government Day. The council will meet with members of the Mayors' Youth Advisory Committee during a luncheon. The agenda contains only roll call, the luncheon, and adjournment, with no substantive legislative items.

• Meeting with Mayors' Youth Advisory Committee during Youth In Government Day luncheon

Planning & Zoning Commission

This is a clarification meeting for the March 13, 2024, Planning and Zoning Commission agenda. The session focuses on discussing items listed on the scheduled agenda.

• Agenda clarification discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Pocatello Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications. These include a city-initiated annexation near Kraft and Gathe Roads and three preliminary plat requests for residential and commercial developments.

• Annexation of approximately 33 acres along Kraft Road and Gathe Road (File 24-334)
• Subdivision of 23.52 acres into Greenfield Meadows Divisions 6, 7, and 8 (File 24-368)
• Creation of five residential lots called Gates Way at 3634 Jason Avenue (File 24-255)
• Subdivision of 82.957 acres into 17 commercial lots for Northgate Ridge (File 23-3374)

City Council

This is a clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the March 7, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No decisions are expected; the purpose is to clarify agenda items before the regular meeting.

• Discussion of March 7, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda items

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings on vacating rights-of-way for Apex Road and portions of South 6th and Sherman Avenues, and will consider several action items including grants, bids, and agreements.

• Public hearing: vacation of Apex Road right-of-way (application by K. Katsilometes)
• Public hearing: vacation of portions of South 6th and Sherman Avenues (City application)
• Award bid for Well #2R and #22R replacement well houses to Deaton and Company
• Approve FAA grants ($1M and $2M) for airport apron reconstruction
• Adopt resolution supporting Marshall Public Library policies

City Council

This is a special town hall meeting where the City Council will hear a presentation from HUB Collective, Ltd. about the City of Pocatello Rebranding Campaign. The council will also take public comments, but no official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation by HUB Collective, Ltd. on the City Rebranding Campaign
• Public comments on city government topics (2-minute limit per speaker)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission canceled its March 6, 2024, meeting due to a lack of business items. The next scheduled meeting is Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the Veteran’s Memorial Building.

• No business items were scheduled for this meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is holding a work session to receive public input on the Draft Pocatello Downtown Historic Design Standards. The session includes consultant Kirk Huffaker.

• Public comment and input on the Draft Pocatello Downtown Historic Design Standards

City Council

This is a clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the February 15, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No decisions are expected; the purpose is to clarify agenda items before the regular meeting.

• Discussion to clarify items on the February 15, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will consider several action items, including a grant application for a downtown park, a police handgun trade-in and purchase, and a piggyback bid for refuse containers. They will also handle routine consent agenda items such as minutes, claims, and appointments. The meeting is a regular session with public comment limited to the audience item.

• Approve $85,000 grant application to Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health for downtown multimodal park
• Accept quote to trade in 15 old Glock handguns and purchase 15 new Glock 45 MOS for $3,810
• Approve $88,120 piggyback purchase of 100 refuse containers from Enterprise Sales
• Final plat approval for Pioneer Village Subdivision (11.05 acres, 19 lots east of I-15)
• Confirm appointments to ADA Grievance Committee, Historic Preservation Commission, and Investment and Audit Committee

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is meeting in special session solely to convene into executive session under Idaho Code to discuss hiring a public officer or employee and to consider evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of personnel. No final action will be taken in the closed session, and the meeting will adjourn immediately after.

• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) for hiring a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent
• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) for evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a public officer, employee, staff member, or individual agent

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a preliminary plat for the Hospital View Subdivision near Portneuf Medical. Additionally, the meeting includes discussion regarding city-initiated text amendments to the Sign Code and Zoning Regulations.

• Preliminary plat application (File 23-2982) for Hospital View Subdivision by Jake Woodward of JV Ventures LLC
• Proposed subdivision of 13.12 acres east of Portneuf Medical
• City-initiated text amendments to Title 15.20 Sign Code and Title 17 Zoning Regulations

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to receive updates from the Regional Airport Commission and Pocatello Development Authority. The session also includes discussions regarding HVAC replacement at City Hall and potential irrigation use for Highland Golf Course.

• Pocatello Regional Airport Commission goals and projects update
• Pocatello Development Authority goals and projects update
• Proposal to name Ross Park pickleball courts after Con Gilmore
• HVAC design, replacement, and estimated costs for City Hall
• Satterfield Well evaluation for potential Highland Golf Course irrigation

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing draft design standards for the Downtown Historic District. The meeting also includes discussions on updating the Historic Preservation Plan and various preservation projects.

• Draft Pocatello Downtown Historic Design Standards review
• Historic Preservation Plan update discussion
• Preservation of Brady Chapel
• Community engagement for Preservation Month in May

City Council

The Council will consider several high-cost equipment purchases for the Street, Sanitation, and Airport departments. They will also discuss the 2024 Community Development Block Grant plan and the application process for $200,000 in ARPA mental health service grants.

• Approval of ARPA funding application process for up to $200,000 in mental health grants
• Purchase of street sweepers and a dump truck totaling over $989,000
• Purchase of refuse trucks for the Sanitation Department totaling over $1.9 million
• Approval of $143,320 for the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan
• Public hearing for the 2024 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan

City Council

This is a clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the February 1, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda. No decisions are expected; the purpose is to clarify agenda items before the regular meeting.

• Roll call
• Discussion to clarify items on the Feb. 1 regular meeting agenda
• Adjournment

City Council

The Pocatello City Council is holding a special meeting that consists solely of convening into executive session to discuss hiring a public officer or employee and evaluating, dismissing, or disciplining a public officer, employee, or agent. No final action will be taken in the closed session, and the meeting will adjourn immediately after.

• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(a) to consider hiring a public officer or employee
• Executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b) to consider evaluation, dismissal, or discipline of a public officer, employee, or agent
• No final action or decision will be made in executive session

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budget amendments that increase expenditures by $7,383,046. The council will also consider several action items, including a request from Idaho Fish and Game to allow turkey removal in the Johnny Creek drainage, a short plat for a school district subdivision, and multiple grant applications and agreements.

• Public hearing on FY2024 budget amendment increasing expenditures by $7,383,046
• Request to allow Idaho Fish and Game to issue permits for lethal turkey removal in Johnny Creek drainage
• Short plat application to subdivide 23.65 acres at Olympus Drive and Jerome Street into two lots
• Approval of $1,395,534 Federal Transit Administration grant with $798,884 local share
• Airport lease with Grey Side Properties for 9,577 sq ft at $2,135.67/year for 30 years

City Council

The special meeting of the Pocatello City Council originally scheduled for January 18, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. has been canceled.

City Council

This is a clarification meeting where the City Council will discuss items listed on the January 18, 2024 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, the discussion item, and adjournment.

• Discussion to clarify items on the January 18, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting agenda

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a work session to review the working draft of the Pocatello Downtown Historic Design Standards. The meeting also includes training on open meeting laws and updates on various preservation projects.

• Review of Pocatello Downtown Historic Design Standards draft
• Annual training on Open Meeting Laws and policies
• Discussion regarding Preservation Month in May
• Updates on Brady Chapel project
• Discussion of preservation projects and assignments

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed January Fiscal Year 2024 budget amendments, updates to the City's Reserve and Payroll policies, and a proposed solution to the wild turkey population in the Johnny Creek area. These items are scheduled for action, with the budget amendments set for a public hearing on January 18, 2024.

• Proposed January FY2024 budget amendments for public hearing on Jan 18
• Updates to Reserve Policy and Payroll Policy
• Proposed solution to wild turkey population in Johnny Creek area

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meetings scheduled for Wednesday, January 10 at 6:00 and 6:30 p.m. have been cancelled. The next meetings are scheduled for February 14.

City Council

The Pocatello City Council will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Historic Downtown Pocatello, Inc. against a Historic Preservation Commission decision regarding unauthorized illuminated signage. The council will also consider several action items, including grant applications for transit and pedestrian improvements, lease agreements, professional services contracts, and various appointments and reports.

• Public hearing on appeal of HPC decision regarding internally illuminated pole and wall signs in Downtown Pocatello Historic District
• Rural transit grant applications: $2,213,728 for operating (5311) and $734,000 for four buses (5339)
• Resolution for LHTAC 2024 TAP Grant for South 5th Avenue Pedestrian Improvements ($535,290 total project cost)
• Lease agreement with Bannock Youth Foundation for 735 North Main Street ($1/year, 5-year term with renewal)
• Professional services agreement with T-O Engineers for airport parking lot maintenance (not to exceed $183,584.58)

City Council

This meeting is designated as a clarification meeting for the City Council. The purpose is to discuss and clarify items listed on the January 4, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting agenda.

• Discussion to clarify January 4, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting agenda items

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission has rescheduled its January meeting. The commission will now convene on Wednesday, January 17 at 6:00 p.m. instead of the originally scheduled date of January 3, 2024.

• Meeting rescheduled from January 3 to January 17