City Council Meeting April 10, 2007

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City Council Meeting Aug 28, 2007

City Council Meeting Nov 8, 2007

City Council Meeting Jan 8, 2008

City Council Meeting May 9, 2006

Mayor Jeff Lohman opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Council members present were Dick Groseclose, Ed Pea, Lowell Cutshaw and Kevin Cope.

Thomas Haugen was here to ask questions of the council concerning the property he owns next to Browning Cut Stock. He would like to put in a 34 unit storage building on the front of the property. They will build a house on the back end. He will need a 20 ft. fire access to the property and Mike McGee said he would try to check the fire flow in the hydrant closest to the property. The planned site is in the agricultural zone so he would need to attend a planning and zoning meeting to see if this can be changed to commercial.

Bill Fey stated the telemetry at the water plant seems to be working. Uhlenkott was here today to discuss what is wrong with the #9 well. They think there could be a hole in the pipe.

Mike McGee said the fire department had training on some buildings on Cross St. The 6x6 truck will be going to Kendrick and the brush truck should be here tomorrow. The fire department would like a light put up by the station. It would cost an additional $8.64 a month. Wayne Main donated a nozzle worth $1,000.00 to the department. Sherri Smith said her brother donated a fax and copy machine. Her job is also donating some office equipment. She stated the Juliaetta Volunteer Firefighters Association has been reorganized as of May 1st and is now the Kendrick-Juliaetta Firefighters Association. Discussion was held about the mutual aid agreements from the surrounding areas.

Jeff informed Mike and Sherri the city could make copies for them but sometimes they may have to wait for them.

Lowell said he had called Ken Nagy two times and he is supposed to be sending us a letter. Lowell made a motion to sign the contract with Ken Nagy for attorney services. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Mary Jo stated the library would like to have the building painted this year and to have a tree planted in front. They also requested more money for cleaning. She told them no.

Dale Taylor was in today and said Charlie has three water and sewer hook-ups coming from the city. Two of these have been used at Perezchicias and at Munns. We need to look into this further.

Jeff stated he needs a new cell phone. He has had this one for about seven or eight years. Hell do some checking on these.

Dick made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:10 p.m. Lowell seconded the motion. Motion passed.

City Council Meeting June 13, 2006 7:00 p.m.

Mayor Jeff Lohman called the meeting to order at 6:55 p.m. Council members present were Dick Groseclose, Kevin Cope, and Lowell Cutshaw. Ed Pea was absent.

Jan Welles’ said the library had received a grant for two thousand dollars. They would like to put in three new windows and an interior door and have the front hall insulated. The library had a bid for these from DT Construction of Kendrick. She said the doors and windows have been ordered. Stan Reibels would do the work to put a metal roof over the front door. The council ok’d this work to be done.

Jimmie Judd was here to discuss the fence he ran into by the highway. He would like to make payments to the city for the damage. The fence cost $846.40 to fix. He said he would pay $100.00 a month until it’s paid off. Lowell made a motion to allow Jimmie Judd to make $100.00 a month payments to the city until the $800.00 damage is paid for. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed. Mr. Judd said he would be in on the twentieth to make a payment.

Jim Hoogland was in and discussed a meeting he had with Jim Strevend from the South Latah County Highway District. There is a grant available for streets and signs for $200,000.00. Jim would like to see Kendrick and Juliaetta set up a joint meeting with him to discuss this. Jim will contact him to see about setting something up. He will get back to us when a time and day has been set.

Justin Cope was here representing the KJCDA to ask if a couple from Moscow can stay in the park overnight on July 4th. They are walking to Florida and need a place to stay for the night. The council ok’d this.

Bill reported the #9 well is up and running now. He said the telemetry at the water plant is working better now.

Cliff Heimgartner asked if the fire department could use the sheet rock for the walls at the fire station. They need to budget for the sewer and some other things next year. They need to clean out the storage unit and then we’ll see about getting a port a potty for the fire hall.

Sherri Bowman said the ambulance is donating the old extrication truck to the fire departments to make into another brush truck. They would lease it to the fire departments for one dollar a year. The city would have to pay for insurance etc. Kendrick will store the unit.

Mary Jo stated the next meeting needs to be set aside for just a budget workshop. This will be the June 27th meeting.

Jeff said we need to send a letter to Jim Smith at the IDT about putting in a new parking area by the ball fields at the park. The state will be taking the dirt out along the ditch and they will be willing to put it by the waste site for parking.

Jeff stated he has looked into a new cell phone for his use. Dick made a motion to buy Jeff a new hands free cell phone. Lowell seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Bills for the month of June were approved.

Dick made a motion to accept the minutes from the May 23rd meeting. Lowell seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Dick made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m. Lowell seconded the motion. Motion passed. City Council Meeting.

City Council Meeting January 9, 2007 January 9, 2007

Mayor Jeff Lohman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Council members present were Kevin Cope, Ed Pea and Dick Groseclose.

Discussion was held about Dallas Vallem’s water overage that was the cities fault. Dick made a motion to cut in half the amount of the overage on his water bill. Kevin seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Larry Snyder was here to discuss the trucks parking on Main Street. Larry stated he has been parking his trailer at the mill and just driving the truck home. He has also been parking closer to the sidewalk. The city has received complaints about the parking and so has the state. Larry Baumgartner was here about John Maynard’s truck being parked on Main Street also. He said the city should have called him and he would have had his driver remove the truck. Richard Broneske said he had talked to the neighbors about his truck on State Street and had no complaints. Jeff informed them we would try it the way it is for now but if we receive any more complaints something would need to be done. Larry asked about the trees by the sidewalk and was told they belong to the city. One of them has a broken branch on it. The sign is sitting 88ft. back from the corner and the state requires 40 ft. Mr. Broeneske said he was putting more gravel on State Street where he parks.

Rick and Diana Arnett were on the agenda next for a conditional use permit for their property on main street. They have decided not to pursue this, as they are not going to purchase the trailer Steve Rishling placed there. Steve Rishling had called Steve Meshisnick about the trailer. It needs to be HUD approved. Rick and Diana wanted to know if they bought a different trailer if they could place it there. The street by their property is 1st ave. and is not recorded as being vacated. They will need to go through the procedures to get this done. We will get the information to them on what the procedure is. They asked if Steve could continue the work he started on the windows etc. The council ok’d this. Rick said the trailer should be gone by April.

Discussion was held about the city hooking up to high speed internet. Dick made a motion to hookup to high speed internet for the city. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Bill was here to say they have been working on patching the roof over the dry beds. Discussion was held about Bill having to re-take his exam. They told him it was decided at the last meeting he would need to pay for it this time. He is supposed to see if he can get some help with studying for it.

Dick stated Ziggy’s would be starting on the new shop tomorrow. Ziggy’s will furnish the gravel and the siding. Discussion was held about the heated floors for the building. We need to do something different for this. Dick says the floor needs insulation in it. The thermostat is set at 50 in the building. They are going to raise the thermostat on the water heater it see if this helps. The cost for the floor in under $2,000.00. They talked about maybe putting in a broiler system. Dick said he would check on the price of insulation and raise the hot water tank temperature.

Dick made a motion to pay Latah Sanitation the 3.3% raise they are requesting for the year. Kevin seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Jeff asked Bill about the dirt that has been taken down by the bulky waste site. They need to find out who dumped it there and have them level it out.

Bills for the month of January were approved.

Kevin made a motion to accept the minutes from the December 12th meeting. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Dick made a motion to go into executive session at 8:15 p.m. per id 67-2345f. Kevin seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Kevin made a motion to adjourn from executive session at 8:45 p.m. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Dick made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Kevin seconded the motion. Motion passed.

City Council Meeting March 13, 2007

Mayor Jeff Lohman called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. Council members present were Kevin Cope, Ed Pea, Dick Groseclose and Lowell Cutshaw.

Tim and Marilynn Eichner and Becky Witt were here to discuss the Sam’s property they purchased. They will take possession on June 1st. There are 12 city lots and they will probably break this down to 6 or 7. They asked what they would need to do on the property. They may have to replat the property for the lots. They would like to use the alley as a utility easement. They would need to pay for any additional water and sewer hook-ups over the two that are there. They are going to let the fire department burn the house down after they take possession in June. They will keep the city informed.

Discussion was held about buying Frank a lap top computer for the water plant. He said all he needs is a printer. Becky will bring one from home.

We received a letter from the sheriff’s office stating the rates would be going up. We pay $440.00 a month now for 20 hours. The council would like a letter sent to him asking him to come to the next council meeting on April 10th.

Dick made a motion to set the budget hearing date for August 28th. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed. The council will begin work on the budget in May.

Discussion was held about the baseball association wanting to put in another batting cage and another concession stand. The park keys issue needs to be addressed also. Send them a letter to come to the next council meeting.

Frank said he tried out a new lawn mower. It is $50.00 more than the John Deere. It would cost $2,200.00, which is $100.00 over the budgeted amount this year. Dick made a motion to stay with a John Deere mower. Motion was dropped due to a lack of a second. Kevin made a motion to purchase the Gravely mower for $2,200.00. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Frank said he talked to the corp. of engineers about the wash out at the park. They said if we do any extensive work we would need to get it engineered. It was decided to get it fixed from the top down. Frank stated the turbidity meter is fixed. He hasn’t hook-ed it up to the recorder yet. He is going to need two recorders for the water plant. This will cost $3,500.00 for a new meter and recorder. Jeff thinks he knows someone who can fix this.

Mary Jo and Becky will be attending an AIC and Persi meeting in Lewiston next month.

Cynthia Nye stated there is a P&Z meeting March 19th at city hall. They will work on an amendment for the zoning map. She will be adding Latah Eagle articles on the web site. Friday is the Library’s 30th birthday party. They will be having an open house.

Polly Taylor Dennler had Jeff sign grant papers for flowers for the city.

Clifford Heimgartner asked if Sandy Rollins sent something down for the city to sign. We haven’t received it. The Fireman’s breakfast is scheduled for April 1st. He asked about getting the sewer line put in for the fire hall. It will cost around $800.00. Ed made a motion to get the sewer line put in for the fire hall and new shop. Lowell seconded the motion. Motion passed. Mike McGee is the new daytime fire chief. Clifford is the nighttime one.

Dick said the alleys have been graveled. He would like to see the sidewalk on 4th street replaced this year. Dick made a motion to fix 150 ft. of the sidewalk on 4th street from Main to State to not exceed $1,000.00. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Bills for the month of March were approved.

Minutes from the February 13th meeting were put off until the next meeting.

Frank asked if he could buy some new flags for the poles on Main St. and at the park. Lowell made a motion to buy flags for Main St. and the park for $25.00. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Discussion about summer help was discussed. No decision. Ed will check with the Scott girls.

Lowell made a motion to go into executive session at 9:05 p.m. per i.d. 67-2345-f. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed. Lowell made a motion to adjourn from executive session at 9:20 p.m. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Jim Hoogland called Dick and Mary Jo about the street grant Juliaetta and Kendrick received. He would like to set up a meeting with both cities.

Ed made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:25 p.m. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

City Council Meeting April 10, 2007

Mayor Jeff Lohman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Council members present were Kevin Cope, Lowell Cutshaw, Ed Pea, and Dick Groseclose.

Sara Varner from the USDA housing was here to explain some of the programs they have to offer low-income people for homes and loans. She left some information for anyone who would like it.

Sheriff Rausch presented to the council the county’s plan to raise rates for contract work. Due to the increase cost of fuel and wages the rates need to go up. The Sheriff thanked the council for their time.

Richard May was here to ask about removing his mobile home at Browning Cut Stocks and replace it with the home he is buying from his brother. We will need to send the building inspector up to look at it.

Kevin Driscoll, Mike Hogan, Dave Jones and Fritz Fliger were here from the baseball association to talk about the new batting cage they would like to put in and the concession stand. They won’t be putting in a new concession stand right now because of the cost. They will be working on a new batting cage for the small field. Discussion was held about the issue of parking. Fritz said the men’s restroom toilet needs to be repaired.

Frank said they have been busy mowing and he has gotten the streets swept. He stated he had to replace the solenoid on the sweeper. Discussion took place about the turbidity meters. Jeff said he would call someone.

Dick said he had talked to Jamie Scott about a summer job. She didn’t think she could work for us this summer. He said he attended the street grant meeting in Kendrick. He’s been getting measurements and looking at signs around town. He said there are about eight miles of streets and 6,800 ft of sidewalks in Juliaetta. He would like to get a copy of the map done he found upstairs. Jeff would also like a copy of the planning and zoning map done also.

Lowell informed the council he attended a watershed meeting.

Cynthia Nye said they are still looking for someone for the planning and zoning commission. The next meeting will be April 16th.

Clifford Heimgartner asked why the fire siren no longer works. Frank said he unhooked it because of complaints. This needs to be hooked back up.

Lowell made a motion to adopt resolution 2007-01, establishing an incident command. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Bills for the month of April were approved.

Ed made a motion to accept the minutes from the February 13, 2007 meeting. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed. Lowell made a motion to accept the minutes from the March 13th meeting. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

A one-acre lot size needs to be defined in the agriculture area of the city in the comprehensive plan.

Dick made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Lowell seconded the motion. Motion passed.

City Council Meeting May 8, 2007 May 8, 2007

Mayor Jeff Lohman called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. Council members present were Kevin Cope, Ed Pea, Dick Groseclose and Lowell Cutshaw.

Chuck and Dolly Hammond were here to discuss Meadow Dr. and the access they would like. He bought land from Charlie Taylor. He will put a turn around in for emergency vehicles. The city would maintain the right of ways. Lowell said he would call the county tomorrow to see if the easements had ever been recorded. Chuck said he had an acknowledgement for the city to sign stating the use of the road for access if the city signs. Kevin made a motion to sign the agreement for Chuck. Ed seconded the motion. Dick, Kevin and Ed voted in favor. Lowell voted nay. Motion passed. The city reserves the right to reject it. Chuck asked about getting water to the property. Tabled for now. Chuck also asked about lot sizes.

Todd and Jana Stout were here to ask about putting gravel on the alley behind their house. The city isn’t if sure this is still an alley. Frank was told to gravel the alley. They also asked if something could be done about the junk around their house. They also asked if the city would be doing anything about the mosquitoes this summer. The city is trying to come up with something.

Clifford Heimgartner asked if the sewer line would be put in at the fire station soon. Frank said they would get to it as soon as possible. Cliff asked about using a 10% match of their money for grant they are trying to get. The council told him they could use money in their budget if it’s there.

Frank said quality control was here to inspect. Frank said the PH probe and the DO probe are both not working. He said the cost would be around $77.00 for the PH probe and The DO probe would be around $280.00. It would be around $450.00 for the sewer plant. Lowell made a motion to have Frank purchase the probes for $450.00. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed. Frank asked Jeff if his friend is going to look at the turbidity meter and chart recorder. Jeff said he couldn’t do it. Lowell made a motion to have Frank get the turbidity meter and recorder at the water plant replaced. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed. Frank said Shane Taylor did the work at the park. They have been busy mowing and weed eating.

Cynthia Nye said she is still looking for new members for the P&Z committee. Juliaetta needs two and Kendrick needs two. Discussion took place about the zoning map. Cynthia will look into what Deary and Genesee have for lot size. Cynthia said the committee received a letter from Steve Rishling requesting to be rezoned.

Mary Jo said we need to set a budget workshop date. It was decided to start on it after the meeting on the 12th.

Ken Nagy was here and discussed signing the ordinances. We need to talk to the sheriff’s office about the penalty involved. The truck parking ordinance needs to address the gvw.

Lowell made a motion to go into executive session per ID 67-2345f at 8:30 p.m. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Lowell made a motion to adjourn from executive session at 9:25 p.m. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Bills for the month of May were approved.

Discussion was held about buying the guys phone cards to use for long distance calls. Dick said he would pick these up. They will need to start using these June 1 and still write their calls down for the different departments.

Dick said Jamie Scott was going to try to work for Costco. Discussion was held about the city lowering the speed limit through town. Dick made a motion to accept the minutes from the April 10th meeting. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

It was decided to read the ordinances at the next council meeting.

Ed made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 p.m. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

City Council Meeting August 14, 2007 7:00 p.m.

Mayor Jeff Lohman called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. Council members present were Dick Groseclose, Kevin Cope, and Ed Pea.

Tom Haugen was here to ask about putting a lot in next to his house between him and Browning Cut Stock’s. He was told he would need to put in a permanent water and sewer line. The water line will need to be a six-inch line and he will need to put in a fire hydrant. He will need to check on the right of ways for this. He will need to check with the State Fire Marshal about the fire protection. The sewer line is near the property already. He will need to talk to Frank about where the lines are. Everything will need to be approved before the lines are covered up. The house number will be 1683 Main St. This is located in the agriculture zone. He asked about the specs for the water and sewer lines and Dick said we would get them to him.

Polly Taylor-Dennler was here to discuss the swimming pool in Kendrick. She presented a letter that some citizens of Juliaetta had signed. They would like to see Juliaetta attend the meetings that are planned to see what can be done to keep the pool open next year. They would like Juliaetta to help pay for the pool. Polly also discussed a landscaping grant that she would be willing to work on for the city if they agreed. The cities portion would be a 10% match and they would be reimbursed. Dick made a motion to have Polly apply for the landscaping grant. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Jim Hoogland stated they would like to have a public meeting for the transportation grant on September 6th at 7:00 p.m. at Juliaetta City Hall. He was informed this would be fine but that Kendrick’s City Clerk would need to attend to take minutes, as Becky will be on vacation. He will get back to the city when all the arrangements are made.

Peggy Buswell was here to ask if she could use her water line and put in a separate meter for her daughters house. She was told she would need to put in a separate line and pay the hook-up costs.

Dick made a motion to read by title only resolution 2007-02, concerning a retention schedule. Kevin seconded the motion. Motion passed. Dick made a motion to accept resolution 2007-02. Kevin seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Dick made a motion to read by title only resolution 2007-03, destruction of records. Kevin seconded the motion. Motion passed. Ed made a motion to accept resolution 2007-03. Kevin seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Dick made a motion to read by title only resolution 2007-04, sending records to the state historical society. Kevin seconded the motion. Motion passed. Ed made a motion to accept resolution 2007.04. Kevin seconded the motion. Motion passed.

The city received a letter from DEQ concerning Lowell Cutshaw’s resignation. They need someone from the city to replace him. Tabled until the September meeting.

Bill stated he didn’t pass his test again. The council asked when they would be getting the sidewalks done by Larry Snyder’s. Discussion was held about getting an ordinance done for truck weight limits on city streets. We need to check to see if the city owns the land by the sub-station.

Cynthia Nye stated the P&Z is still short of people from Juliaetta and the area of impact. There will be a public hearing on Monday Aug. 20th at City Hall.

The hearing for the budget will be August 28th at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. This will be the only thing on the agenda.

Ed asked how many lots would be on Eichners property. Dick said he thought there would be ten.

Letters need to be sent to Ruth Ann Hutcheson and Don Brown about the abandoned vehicles on their property.

Bills for the month of August were approved.

Dick made a motion to give Becky a $1.00 an hour raise and Mary Jo a 3% raise for the new fiscal year. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Discussion was held about the office needing a new computer. Mary Jo will check on this.

Dick made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

City Council Meeting August 28, 2007

Mayor Jeff Lohman called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. Council members present were Kevin Cope, Ed Pea, and Dick Groseclose.

Mayor Lohman opened the meeting for comments on the budget for fiscal year 2007-08. No guests were here to comment. Dick made a motion to accept the budget for the new fiscal year 2007-08 for $621,174.00. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Dick made a motion to read by title only, ordinance no. 2007-04. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed. Dick made a motion to accept as read, the appropriation ordinance 2007-04. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Dick made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:10 p.m. Ed seconded the motion passed. Motion passed.

City Council Meeting November 8, 2007

Mayor Jeff Lohman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Council members present were Kevin Cope, Ed Pea, and Dick Groseclose.

Dick made a motion to accept the votes for the city election held on Tuesday, November 6th. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Dick made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:10 p.m. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

December 2007 - No Council meeting.

City Council Meeting Jan 8, 2008

Mayor Jeff Lohman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Council members present were Kevin Cope, Ed Pea, Dick Groseclose and Vickie Witt.

Bills for the month of January were approved.

Dick Groseclose, Vickie Witt, and Jeff Lohman took the oath of office for their new terms.

Brad Lewis was here from Hayden and Ross to go over the audit for the 2006-2007 year. He stated that it looked pretty good.

Discussion was held about Phil Brown's trailer that he moved to 501 McCall Street. The pitch of the roof wasn't steep enough. The building inspector needs to be sure to check this before a trailer house is accepted. We need to make sure people get a copy of the ordinance for trailers. A letter needs to be sent to Phil Brown about putting a roof over the trailer with a copy of the ordinance.

The Public Hearing for the Planning and Zoning changes was opened for comment. No comments made. The comment period was closed. Tabled until the February meeting so Vickie can get up to speed on this.

Clifford Heimgartner stated the fire department has started a new essentials class last week and they have one new member. They want to do some more electrical work at the fire hall.

Frank said they have been working on the fire station. He also asked if there was money in the budget for a raise for Bill and him. Mary Jo will look into it. He stated Bill passed his water exam.

Dick asked if he could take the furnace out of the old fire hall and put in baseboard heaters. He's putting up sheetrock and would like to put in a storage closet where the furnace is. Ed made a motion to have Dick take out the old furnace and buy two new baseboard heaters. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Becky asked if we could raise the bad check charge to $25.00. We don't get a lot of them but they seem to be from the same people. Dick made a motion to raise the bad check charge to $25.00 if it happens three times. They would then need to pay in cash for their city bills. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Rob Clemenhagen was here to ask what they would need to do to put in a doublewide on their property. He was given a copy of the ordinance for mobile homes. We will send the building inspector to go up to talk to him.

Brett Browersox from the Fish and Game office was here to ask if they could put a monitoring tank in the creek by the ball field. They will need some electricity to do this. They would pay the city to help with the power bills. They would also like to put up a sign to explain what they are doing. Jeff suggested putting it in by the sewer plant so it wouldn't be messed with as much. He will look both areas over and decide where they want to put it and let us know.

Vickie asked Frank why the crosswalk lights weren't working. Frank said it needs a new part. They will get this fixed.

Dick made a motion to accept the minutes from the November 13th meeting. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Dick made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

City Council Meeting March 11, 2008

Mayor Jeff Lohman called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Council members present were Kevin Cope, Ed Pea, Dick Groseclose and Vickie Witt.

Dave Jones spoke to the council first with a list of concerns about the baseball field. (attached) He said the score clock needs some work done and they would contact Kim Cannon to do the work and the association would pay for it. He has some concerns about the problem with the crab grass on the field. He asked if this could be taken care of. He stated that Stella Jones would donate ten poles for lights at the ball field. There would be enough for the little field. Clearwater Power might set the poles for the association. Dave said the city of Lewiston has some lights off one of their fields that we could maybe buy for $500.00. We would need to put in a new meter for lights that would cost around $2,000.00. The Parks and Rec.program in Lewiston needs a letter from the city offering them $500.00 for the lights. Ed made a motion to send a letter to Lewiston offering them $500.00 for their old lights. Kevin seconded the motion. Dick voted no. Motion passed. Dick explained to Dave the importance of not leaving the harrow laying around. Discussion was held about the keys to the park. Frank suggested letting the association handle the keys. No decision made.

George Brocke, Polly Taylor Dennler, Gerald Engle, and Dale Lisher were here from the pool committee. George presented some facts and history about the pool. They would like the city of Juliaetta to help with the cost of the pool to get it reopened. They want us to commit to giving them $5,000.00 a year for the next three years. Kendrick has committed to giving $5,000.00 in cash and another 5,000.00 in kind work. They presented an agreement they wanted the city to sign. It was decided to have a special meeting on February 26th to discuss this further.

Discussion was held about the overage on one of Terry Johns accounts. Ed made a motion to split the water charges in half on the bill with Terry. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Discussion was held about appointing the council members to streets, water, sewer and police. It was decided to appoint Dick to streets, Ed to water, Vickie to police, and Kevin to sewer.

The city received word from Fish and Game that they would be putting in their equipment at the park.

Jeff said he would talk to Ken Nagy about several items for the city.

Frank asked if he should start looking into a new mower for the city. He asked the council about attending a conference in Boise for his continuing ed. The class costs $200.00 Ed made a motion to let Frank go to the conference in Boise March 19th and 20th. Dick seconded the motion. Motion passed. Frank said something was wrong with the number 9 well and he would like someone to look at it. They have been working on the fire station. The potholes in the Brownâ€™s addition were discussed. He asked about a raise for Bill and him. Dick suggested they get a 25-cent raise. Dick made a motion to give Frank and Bill and 25 cent an hour raise. Vickie seconded the motion. Kevin voted no. Motion passed.

Discussion was held about giving the K-J Association $25.00 to help with the Easter egg hunt. The council okâ€™d this.

Vickie discussed getting the street fixed on Old Main and Lynn.

Jeff stated he got a new phone but that the number is the same. He would like to see a dead end sign put up at the end of Zana Shermanâ€™s street.

Bills for the month of February were approved.

Dick made a motion to accept the minutes from the January 8th meeting. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Dick made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:35 p.m. Ed seconded the motion. Motion passed.