Gooding, ID

City Council Public Hearing and Regular Meeting Agenda

The Gooding City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027, and on new or increased fees. Following the hearing, the council will consider several action items, including a fee increase resolution, an appropriations ordinance, and various public works and facility projects.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2026-27 budget and new/increased fees
• Resolution No. 312 - Fee increase for water, sewer, and sanitation
• Ordinance No. 742 - Annual appropriations ordinance
• Pave 21st Avenue East
• Surveillance cameras for City Hall and parks

Urban Renewal Meeting

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will hold its regular meeting on August 13, 2026, to consider several action items, including a request from Scott Burnett regarding URA property, approval of the May 14, 2026 meeting minutes, the treasurer's report, a property listing update, the FY 2026/27 budget, and closure of a PFCU certificate of deposit. The board may also enter executive session if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1). The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 am at 308 5th Ave West.

• Scott Burnett's interest in URA property (action item)
• Approve May 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• FY 2026/27 budget
• PFCU CD closure

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council will consider several action items, including a trailer parking permit for Derrell Osborn at 1301 Main Street, multiple invoices and pay applications for wastewater system improvements, and Ordinance No. 741 to repeal regulations for public and commercial swimming pools. Other items include a revised water lease agreement, surplus property for the readiness center, and a city shop roof repair.

• Trailer parking permit for Derrell Osborn at 1301 Main Street
• Keller Associates Invoice #256843 for PH II Wastewater System Improvements
• Ordinance No. 741 to repeal Ordinance 737 (swimming pool regulations)
• Revised 2026 Storage Water Lease Agreement
• City Shop Roof Repair

The council approved sending $2,178,582.92 back to DEQ from unspent ARPA funds for the wastewater collection project, and approved several invoices and change orders for wastewater and lift station improvements, including a $736,944.75 pay application and a $102,178 change order. A 90-day trailer parking permit was granted for an RV at 1301 Main Street, and a letter of interest for the Gooding Readiness Center was authorized. The swimming pool ordinance and city shop roof repair were tabled.

• Approved consent calendar including $936,590.69 accounts payable and $278,085.55 payroll (4-0)
• Approved 90-day trailer parking permit for Derrell Osborn at 1301 Main Street (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates invoice #256843 for $55,781.31 (4-0)
• Approved GSE Construction Change Order No. 1 for $102,178 (4-0)
• Approved GCC Pay Application No. 8 for $736,944.75 (4-0)
• Approved GSE Pay Application No. 10 for $94,763 (4-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign Change Order No. 6 for wastewater collection project (4-0)
• Approved sending $2,178,582.92 back to DEQ from ARPA funds (4-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council will consider vacating a portion of Oregon Street for Helena Agri Services and vote on the tentative FY 2026/27 budget. They will also decide on an alcohol license for BRIDY Peruvian Grill & Bar and a request to repeal Ordinance No. 737 from the Gooding Rec District. The meeting includes public comment and an executive session on potential litigation.

• Vacating a portion of Oregon Street for Helena Agri Services (Ordinance No. 738)
• Adopting tentative budget for FY 2026/27
• BRIDY Peruvian Grill & Bar alcohol license approval
• Gooding Rec District request to repeal Ordinance No. 737

The Gooding City Council voted unanimously (3-0) to repeal Ordinance No. 737, adopt Ordinance No. 738 vacating a portion of Oregon Street for Helena Agri Services, approve an alcohol license for BRIDY Peruvian Grill & Bar, and adopt the tentative budget for FY 2026/27. All votes were 3-0 with no abstentions. Councilman Arkoosh was absent for the votes but participated in the executive session motion.

• Repealed Ordinance No. 737 (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 738 vacating a portion of Oregon Street for Helena Agri Services (3-0)
• Approved BRIDY Peruvian Grill & Bar alcohol license (3-0)
• Adopted tentative budget for FY 2026/27 (3-0)
• Moved into executive session for legal matters (3-0)

City Council Budget Work Session

The Gooding City Council is holding a work session to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026/27. The agenda lists only one item: a review of revenues and expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year. No specific dollar amounts, projects, or other details are provided in the agenda.

• Review of FY2026/27 revenues and expenditures

The City Council held a work session to review the proposed FY2026/27 budget across all funds. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only. Key items discussed included a 3% estimated tax revenue increase, a 7% COLA, and potential expenses like city hall siding and paving 21st Avenue East.

• Reviewed FY26/27 proposed budget for all funds (no vote)
• Discussed estimating 3% tax revenue increase from FY26 (no vote)
• Discussed 7% COLA and 6-month Public Works Director wage (no vote)
• Discussed city hall siding and paving 21st Avenue East (no vote)
• Discussed possible truck/trailer purchase for sludge hauling (no vote)

Urban Renewal Meeting

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve the May 14, 2026 meeting minutes, receive the treasurer's report, and update the property listing. An executive session may be held if needed under Idaho Code 74-206(1). The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or financial commitments listed.

• Approval of May 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Property listing update
• Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 7, 2026, with several action items, including a request to repeal an ordinance, a street vacation for Helena Agri Services, and a sidewalk repair request. The council will also consider bids, invoices, and pay applications for various infrastructure projects, and discuss the River Wall Project. The agenda includes routine consent items and public comment periods.

• Ordinance No. 738: Vacating a portion of Oregon Street for Helena Agri Services
• Gooding Rec District request to repeal Ordinance No. 737
• Courtney Schroader request for sidewalk repair at 302 Nevada Street
• Keller Associates invoice #256448 for SCADA support services
• Gentry Civil Corp Change Order No. 5 for Collection System Pipeline Improvements

The Gooding City Council approved the consent calendar including $1.24M in accounts payable and $181K in payroll, and voted to publish Ordinance No. 738 vacating part of Oregon Street for Helena Agri Services. A request for sidewalk repair at 302 Nevada Street was denied, and a request to repeal Ordinance No. 737 was tabled. Several infrastructure payments and appointments were approved, including a $134,710 pay application for lift station improvements.

• Approved consent calendar with $1,241,856.72 accounts payable and $181,584.50 payroll (4-0)
• Approved publishing Ordinance No. 738 vacating part of Oregon Street for Helena Agri Services (4-0)
• Denied sidewalk repair request at 302 Nevada Street (4-0)
• Tabled Gooding Rec District request to repeal Ordinance No. 737
• Approved Claira Burnett's Family Fun Day at East Park for senior project (4-0)
• Approved 30-day trailer parking permit extension at 204 Washington St., waived $3 fee (4-0)
• Reappointed Kelly Gant to Airport Advisory Board (4-0)
• Approved GSE Pay Application No. 9 for $134,710 for lift station improvements (4-0)

City Council Budget Work Session

The Gooding City Council is holding a budget work session to review proposed revenues and expenditures for fiscal year 2027. No specific dollar amounts or decisions are detailed in the agenda text.

• Review of FY27 revenues and expenditures

The City Council held a budget work session to review proposed FY26/27 expenditures and revenues across all major funds. No formal decisions were made; the council discussed estimating a 3% increase in tax revenue from FY26, pending the state L2 report, and noted that insurance rates and wages will be addressed at the next work session. Larger expenses such as city hall siding and paving 21st Avenue East were discussed but not approved.

• Reviewed FY27 proposed budget for general, police, airport, parks, streets, water, sewer, sanitation, and capital improvement funds
• Discussed estimating 3% increase in tax revenue from FY26 (no formal vote)
• Discussed city hall siding and paving 21st Avenue East as potential expenses (no action taken)
• Adjourned at 7:06 pm (4-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council will consider a Planning & Zoning recommendation to amend residential fencing regulations via Ordinance No. 739, and will vote on a variance application for Lots 21-22 of Block 40. Other action items include a request to repeal Ordinance No. 737 from the Gooding Rec. District, a retaining wall project for the Gooding County Museum, a sidewalk repair request for 302 Nevada Street, a stop sign placement request, and bidding services for the River Wall Project from Keller Associates. The council will also review pay applications and invoices for the Airport Taxilane Project and consider a vacation leave cash-out request.

• Ordinance No. 739 Residential Fencing Regulations Amendment - Action Item
• Variance Application for Lots 21-22 of Block 40 - Action Item
• Gooding Rec. District; Request to Repeal Ordinance No. 737 - Action Item
• Gooding County Museum Retaining Wall - Action Item
• Request Bidding Services for River Wall Project from Keller Associates - Action Item

The Gooding City Council approved Ordinance No. 739 amending residential fencing regulations, denied a variance for Lots 21-22 of Block 40, and tabled a request to repeal Ordinance No. 737 regarding pool chemical systems. They also approved a retaining wall at the Gooding County Museum, a sidewalk repair request was tabled for staff review, and several financial items were approved.

• Approved Ordinance No. 739 Residential Fencing Regulations Amendment (3-0)
• Denied Variance Application for Lots 21-22 of Block 40 (3-0)
• Tabled request to repeal Ordinance No. 737 (pool chemical system)
• Approved construction of retaining wall at Gooding County Museum (3-0)
• Tabled sidewalk repair request for 302 Nevada Street
• Approved JUB Engineers Pay Application No. 4 for Summit Construction ($118,229.64) (3-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers RFR for AIP022 & AIP023 for airport taxilane project (3-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers Invoice #197158 for taxilane project ($74,503.82) (3-0)

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission will discuss a review of its governance structure, including alternates, terms, and responsibilities as outlined in city code. Old business includes updates on non-hangar storage rules and airport rules development, though work on the latter is on hold until October. Reports from the airport liaison, manager, and engineer will cover project statuses and future needs.

• Discussion of Airport Commission Governance Review: structure, alternates, responsibilities, and duties
• Update on non-hangar storage rule development (Klyn Cheney)
• Airport Rules and Regulations development on hold until October (Mike Jurak)
• Airport Manager Report on project statuses and future needs (Dale Thomas)
• Airport Engineers Report with AIP update (Kent Atkin, J-U-B Engineers)

Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Special Meeting Agenda

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider a variance request from Jose Urrutia for Lots 21 and 22. The variance would allow a duplex on a 5,625-square-foot lot where 6,000 square feet is required, and would exceed the 45% lot coverage limit by about 276 square feet. The commission will also vote on the variance, a fence ordinance amendment, a contested hearing resolution, and the annual comprehensive plan review.

• Variance request by Jose Urrutia for Lots 21 and 22, Block 40, to build a duplex on a 5,625 sq ft lot (requires 6,000 sq ft) with 2,801 sq ft structure (exceeds 45% lot coverage by ~276 sq ft)
• Fence Ordinance Amendment – action item
• Adopting Contested Hearing Resolution – action item
• Comprehensive Plan Yearly Review – action item
• Approve May 21, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council will consider several action items including invoices for wastewater system improvements, a capital improvement plan for the airport, and adoption of a single-family non-conforming use ordinance. The council will also vote on multiple fireworks permits and a prosecuting attorney agreement. Public comment and visitor business are scheduled before the action items.

• Keller Associates Invoice #256012 for Phase II Wastewater System Improvements
• 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan for Airport
• Ordinance No. 740 - Single Family Non-Conforming Use Adoption
• Prosecuting Attorney Agreement Approval
• Fireworks permits for Outlet, Big Mama's Boom Booms, Phantom, and TNT

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 740, which allows any property currently used as residential to be rebuilt if destroyed by fire or other destruction, addressing lender concerns over previous build-back letters. The council also approved several infrastructure payments, including $789,759 for the Gooding Lift Station Improvement Project and $38,217 for wastewater system improvements. Additionally, the council entered into an easement agreement with Helaman Bingham for use of a monitoring well, and approved four fireworks permits for the upcoming season.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 740 for single-family non-conforming use rebuilds (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Pay Application #8 for $789,759 for Gooding Lift Station (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #256012 for $38,217 for wastewater system improvements (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers Invoice #196519 for $58,415 for airport taxilane project (4-0)
• Approved 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for the airport (4-0)
• Entered into easement agreement with Helaman Bingham for monitoring well use (4-0)
• Approved fireworks permits for Outlet, Big Mama's Boom Booms, Phantom, and TNT (4-0 each)
• Approved vacation leave cash-out for 60 hours for an employee (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a pre-application submission for the Walker Center and a new ordinance addressing single-family nonconforming uses. They will also conduct the yearly review of the Comprehensive Plan and may enter executive session if needed.

• Walker Center pre-application submission
• Single-family nonconforming use ordinance
• Comprehensive Plan yearly review
• Possible executive session per Idaho Code 74-206(1)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council will consider several action items including a request to use Monitoring Well #2, a lease agreement for MCM Diversified Hangar 5NE, and a lease for High Range Aviation Hangar 6NE. They will also vote on authorizing the mayor to sign an ERP/RRA update and sending informational postcards about the ITD Main Street project. The meeting includes public input and department reports before a possible executive session.

• Heleman Bingham; Use of Monitoring Well #2 - Action Item
• MCM Diversified Hangar 5NE Lease Agreement Approval - Action Item
• High Range Aviation Hangar 6NE Lease Agreement Approval - Action Item
• Authorize Mayor to Sign ERP/RRA Update - Action Item
• Authorization to Mail Postcards to Residents Regarding ITD Main Street Project - Action Item

The Gooding City Council approved several action items including lease agreements for two hangars at the airport, authorization for a resident to remove 5,000 bricks from the tree and brush yard, and mailing postcards about the ITD Main Street Project at a cost not to exceed $3,000. A resident's concern about a school bus barn roadway was discussed but no action was taken, and the council agreed to consider a zoning amendment for taller fences between commercial and residential properties. An item regarding use of Monitoring Well #2 was tabled due to the applicant's absence.

• Approved MCM Diversified Hangar 5NE Lease Agreement (3-0)
• Approved High Range Aviation Hangar 6NE Lease Agreement (3-0)
• Authorized Earl Ray to utilize 5,000 bricks from tree and brush yard (3-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign ERP/RRA update (3-0)
• Authorized mailing postcards to residents regarding ITD Main Street Project, not to exceed $3,000 (3-0)
• Tabled Heleman Bingham's request to use Monitoring Well #2 until he is present
• Discussed but took no action on Kathleen Strout's concerns about ISDB bus barn roadway; council agreed to consider amending fence height ordinance

Urban Renewal Meeting

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will consider approving the February 12, 2026 meeting minutes, the treasurer's report, and a property listing update. An executive session may be held if needed under Idaho Code 74-206(1). The meeting is largely procedural with no major new proposals or public hearings listed.

• Approve February 12, 2026 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report review and approval
• Property listing update discussion and action
• Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

The Airport Advisory Commission will vote to close the submission of evidence and public input for Top Cat Ground's application for a ground lease at Hangar W5, following final action by the City Council on May 4, 2026. The commission will also discuss the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) with engineers and consider a new airport webcam. Several informational reports and committee updates are on the agenda.

• Vote to close evidence and public input for Top Cat Ground lease at Hangar W5
• Discussion of AIP with JUB Engineers
• Discussion/action on Gooding Airport webcam
• Fuel flowage fee for general self-fuelers passed by City Council on 1/20/26
• Aerial applicator permit fee set at $1,500 with annual CPI increase, passed 5/4/26

Amended Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider Ordinance No. 738 to vacate a portion of Oregon Street for the Helena Facility, and will also vote on an Aerial Applicators Permit amendment for the Gooding Airport Advisory Board. Other action items include approval of a containment pad at Hangar W5 and permits for Top Cat Ag Aviation, as well as several engineering invoices and pay applications.

• Ordinance No. 738: Vacate a portion of Oregon Street for the Helena Facility
• Gooding Airport Advisory Board Aerial Applicators Permit Amendment Request
• Approval or Denial for Containment Pad Use at Hangar W5 for Top Cat Ag Aviation
• Aerial Applicators Permit for Top Cat Ag Aviation Approval
• JUB Engineers Pay Application No. 3 for Summit Construction

The City Council approved the 2026 Aerial Applicators Permit for Top Cat Ag Aviation and authorized use of the containment pad at Hangar W5 for the remainder of the year, both by 4-0 votes. The council also adopted time frames for contested hearings, approved several engineering invoices and reimbursements, and added an ordinance to vacate a portion of Oregon Street for the Helena Facility to the agenda.

• Approved 2026 Aerial Applicators Permit for Top Cat Ag Aviation (4-0)
• Approved use of containment pad at Hangar W5 for Top Cat Ag Aviation for remainder of year (4-0)
• Adopted time frames for contested hearings (4-0)
• Approved FAA 7460 for proposed hangar for Fish and Wildlife Services (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers RFR No. 3 for Grant AIP022 ($56,846.97) (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers RFR No. 3 for Grant AIP023 ($152,326.98) (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Pay Recommendation for Gentry Civil Corp Pay Application #5 ($156,246.62) (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including accounts payable ($1,805,735.18) and April payroll ($174,469.60) (4-0)

Airport Advisory Commission Special Meeting

The Gooding Airport Advisory Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a proposed new aviation business and vote on the location of a containment pad for Top Cat Ag. The meeting includes public comment time and is scheduled for April 24, 2026.

• Proposed new aviation business (action item) presented by Chairman Landunn Koyle
• Approval of containment pad location for Top Cat Ag

The Airport Advisory Commission voted 3-0 to recommend a 120-day temporary permit for Top Cat Ag, a new aerial application business, to use hangar W5 and its apron. The commission lacks approval authority and can only recommend to the City Council. Two commissioners recused themselves due to conflict of interest. Public comment raised concerns about location, safety, and lack of airport commercial standards.

• Recommended 120-day temporary permit for Top Cat Ag at hangar W5 (3-0)
• Commissioners Koyle and Thomas recused from discussion and vote
• Left evidence open for future consideration
• Heard public comments on location, safety, and liability concerns

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving minutes from its February and March 2026 regular meetings and conduct the yearly review of the city's Comprehensive Plan. An executive session may be held if needed under Idaho Code. No other new or unfinished business is listed.

• Approve February 19, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Approve March 19, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Comprehensive Plan Yearly Review
• Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council will consider several action items, including a sewer agreement for 702 7th Ave W, an Idaho Transportation Department airport grant with a related resolution, and multiple engineering pay applications. The council will also schedule a public hearing for the FY 2026/27 budget. No public hearings or major policy decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Dan Armstrong; Sewer Agreement for 702 7th Ave W - Action Item
• Idaho Transportation Department, Division of Aeronautics Grant Agreement for Project Number AIP022 and Resolution No. 311 - Action Item
• JUB Engineers RFR #2 for AIP 022 - Action Item
• JUB Engineers RFR #2 for AIP 023 - Action Item
• Schedule FY 2026/27 Budget Hearing - Action Item

The Gooding City Council approved several airport-related contracts and agreements, including an ITD grant, engineering pay applications, and a hangar apron construction estimate. They also approved a sewer agreement for 702 7th Ave W and a right-of-way negotiation with Helena. The council deferred action on an aerial applicator lease pending an Airport Advisory Board recommendation.

• Approved ITD Division of Aeronautics Grant Agreement for Project AIP022 and Resolution No. 311 (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers RFR #2 for AIP022 ($35,502.08) (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers RFR #2 for AIP023 ($95,131.54) (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers Pay Application No. 2 for Summit Construction ($96,822.38) (4-0)
• Approved Summit Construction estimate for hangar aprons connecting existing apron to new taxilane ($13,100) (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Change Order No. 4 for Wastewater Collection System (4-0)
• Approved Hayes Construction bid for sewer agreement at 702 7th Ave W ($8,704) (4-0)
• Authorized attorney to negotiate right-of-way agreement with Helena for a 16' x 70' enclosed structure (4-0)

Airport Advisory Commission Meeting

The Airport Advisory Commission will discuss updates on fuel flowage fees for self-fuelers and a landfill fee applied to hangar property taxes. They will also hear a proposal for a new aerial application business and consider a letter of support, along with updates on taxiway construction and turbine tower repowering.

• Fuel flowage fee for general self-fuelers (informational)
• Airport landfill fee update (informational)
• Proposed new aviation business and letter of support (discussion/vote)
• Turbine towers repowering briefing paper (discussion/vote)
• Taxiway/lane construction project status (informational)

The meeting included extensive public comments from ag aerial operators and hangar tenants about inconsistent rules for loading pads, chemical containment, and safety setbacks. No substantive decisions were made; the commission tabled a committee meeting on airport rules until October and received informational updates on construction and turbine repowering.

• Consent agenda approved (motion passed)
• Ad-hoc committee on airport rules tabled until October
• Taxiway/lane construction update received, on time with upgraded gravel base
• Proposed new aviation business pulled from agenda by applicant
• Turbine towers repowering discussed, no vote taken

Regular City Council Meeting - Revised

The Gooding City Council will consider several action items, including a lease agreement for an aerial applicator permit at the airport, adoption of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) ordinance, and a resolution to replace city building fees with the Gooding County fee schedule. The council will also vote on a tree removal, an Arbor Day proclamation, and multiple engineering pay requests for the taxilane and pipeline projects. The meeting begins with public comment on hanger owner concerns at the airport.

• Aerial Applicators Permit for Top Cat Ag. and Containment Pad Lease Agreement for W5
• Ordinance No. 736 - Planned Unit Development (PUD) Adoption
• Resolution No. 309; Repealing Building Fees and Adopting the Gooding County Fee Schedule
• 402 1st Ave East Tree Removal - Action Item
• JUB Invoice #194666 for Taxilane Project AIP3-16-0014-021-2024

The council voted 4-0 to table an Aerial Applicators Permit and Containment Pad Lease for Top Cat Ag Aviation after hangar owners raised concerns about pesticide proximity, prop wash, and inconsistent standards. The council also approved multiple airport and infrastructure payments, adopted two ordinances, and repealed building fees in favor of the county fee schedule.

• Tabled Aerial Applicators Permit and Containment Pad Lease for W5 (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers Invoice #194666 for $16,638.71 (4-0)
• Approved reimbursement for Grant AIP022 ($80,578.49) and AIP023 ($215,915.91) (4-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate for Summit Construction for $307,599.36 (4-0)
• Approved ITD Division of Aeronautics Grant Agreement for AIP023 and Resolution No. 310 for $17,297.16 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates Change Order No. 3 for $800,000 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 736 (Planned Unit Development) and Ordinance No. 737 (swimming pool licensing) (4-0 each)
• Adopted Resolution No. 309 repealing building fees and adopting Gooding County fee schedule (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the February 19, 2026 meeting minutes and conduct the yearly review of the Comprehensive Plan. An executive session may be held if necessary under Idaho Code 74-206(1). The meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026 at 2:00 pm.

• Approve February 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Comprehensive Plan yearly review
• Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission tabled approval of the February 19, 2026 meeting minutes to allow for corrections. The comprehensive plan yearly review was also tabled. No new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned after five minutes.

• Tabled approval of February 19, 2026 meeting minutes for corrections
• Tabled comprehensive plan yearly review

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will consider an action item for Keller Associates Invoice #0255263 for the PH II Wastewater System Improvement Project. Other action items include tree removal at 402 1st Ave East, several proclamations, alcohol license approvals, and change orders for the collection system pipeline improvement project.

• Keller Associates Invoice #0255263 for PH II Wastewater System Improvement Project
• 402 1st Ave East Tree Removal
• Alcohol License Approval for Pocket Creamery, LLC
• Alcohol License Approval for Lupita's Tesoro's Mexicanos
• Keller Associates Collection System Pipeline Improvement Change Orders #3 and #4

The Gooding City Council approved a $46,417.41 invoice for the Phase II Wastewater System Improvement Project and tabled a tree removal request at 402 1st Ave East pending more information. The council also directed the city attorney to review a request to designate an apartment at 112 Main St. as an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and approved a build-back letter for 909 Oregon Street. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Keller Associates Invoice #0255263 for $46,417.41 for PH II Wastewater System Improvement Project (4-0)
• Tabled 402 1st Ave East tree removal until additional information is obtained
• Accepted $5,000 SMILES Grant from Frontier Community Resources for Christmas decorations (4-0)
• Directed city attorney to review request to designate apartment at 112 Main St. as an ADU
• Approved build-back letter for 909 Oregon Street (4-0)
• Approved 2026 Alcohol Licenses for Pocket Creamery, LLC and Lupita's Tesoro's Mexicanos (4-0 each)
• Adopted proclamations for National Senior Nutrition Program, Week of the Young Child, Fair Housing, and Resolution No. 307 supporting America250 (4-0 each)
• Rescinded approval of Change Order #3 and denied Change Order #4 for Collection System Pipeline Improvement until GCC notes are removed (4-0 each)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council will vote on a bypass easement for the Arkoosh pivot, a new pool ordinance and a draft MOU with SCPHD, and several action items including a tree removal request, refuse brick use, and multiple invoices from JUB Engineers, Frontier Community Resources, and Keller Associates. The meeting also includes consent calendar approval of minutes, accounts payable, payroll, building permits, and delinquent accounts sent to collections.

• Bypass easement for Arkoosh pivot - action item
• New pool ordinance and draft MOU with SCPHD - action item
• Tree removal request by Gareth Davis - action item
• Request to use refuse bricks from tree/brush yard - action item
• JUB Engineers invoice #193691 - action item

The council approved the consent calendar including February meeting minutes, accounts payable of $796,713.89, payroll of $184,812.26, and building permits. They authorized sending a letter to property owner PJ Torres regarding tree removal at 402 1st Ave East to improve access for Helena's loading dock. Multiple engineering invoices and a city notification system quote were also approved.

• Approved consent calendar including Feb 17 minutes, $796,713.89 accounts payable, $184,812.26 payroll, and building permits (4-0)
• Authorized attorney to send letter to PJ Torres about tree removal at 402 1st Ave East (4-0)
• Approved JUB Engineers Invoice #193691 for $24,047.98 (4-0)
• Approved Frontier Community Resources Invoice #1729 for $15,000 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates recommendation for Gentry Civil Corp Pay App #3 for $121,999.06 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates recommendation for GSE Construction Pay App #7 for $66,619 (4-0)
• Approved BrightArrow Technologies quote for city notifications for $2,120 (4-0)
• Tabled bypass easement for Arkoosh Pivot

Planning & Zoning Regular Meeting

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the January 14, 2026 meeting minutes and conduct the yearly review of the Comprehensive Plan. An executive session may be held if needed under Idaho Code 74-206(1).

• Approve January 14, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Comprehensive Plan Yearly Review
• Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)

The Gooding Planning & Zoning Commission approved the January 14, 2026 regular meeting minutes and tabled the Comprehensive Plan Yearly Review to allow Commissioner Burg to obtain additional information from North Valley Academy. No new business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned after two minutes.

• Approved January 14, 2026 regular meeting minutes (motion by Bishop, second by Burg, passed)
• Tabled Comprehensive Plan Yearly Review (motion by Burg, second by Bishop, passed)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council will consider several action items including a request for 4th graders to paint murals, a bypass easement, a contract amendment for inspection services on the Phase II collection system, change orders for the pipeline improvement project, a new pool ordinance and draft MOU with SCPHD, and adoption of a personnel policy update and Resolution No. 306. The meeting also includes consent calendar approval of prior minutes, visitor business, public input, department reports, and a possible executive session.

• Samantha Leija request for 4th grade students to paint murals
• Bypass easement for Arkoosh Pivot
• Keller Associates Phase II Collection System Contract Amendment #2 for full-time inspection services
• Keller Associates RFP #21 for Gooding Pipeline Improvement Project
• New Pool Ordinance / Draft MOU with SCPHD review

The Council approved a $188,000 amendment to the Keller Associates Phase II Collection System contract for full-time inspection services, and also approved two change orders for the Pipeline Improvement Project with no cost change. A new pool ordinance was tabled until the next meeting, and the Council agreed it should be non-criminal. A request from a 4th grade teacher to paint murals was discussed but no decision made; the teacher was directed to contact a property owner.

• Approved Keller Associates Phase II Collection System Contract Amendment #2 for $188,000 (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates RFR #21 for Pipeline Improvement Project (4-0)
• Approved Pipeline Improvement Project Change Order #1 and #2 with no cost change (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 306 updating Personnel Policy (4-0)
• Tabled new pool ordinance until next meeting; agreed it shall be non-criminal
• Approved Consent Calendar including February 2, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)

Urban Renewal Meeting

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency will consider approving the December 2025 meeting minutes, the treasurer's report, and a property listing update. The main action item is an update on dissolving the agency. An executive session may be held if needed.

• Approve December 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Property listing update
• Update on dissolving the Urban Renewal Agency
• Possible executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)

The Gooding Urban Renewal Agency approved the December 11, 2025 meeting minutes and the January 2026 treasurer's report (ending fund balance $37,203.86) by unanimous 4-0 votes. Discussion on dissolving the URA was tabled pending attorney review. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 11, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved January 2026 treasurer's report (4-0)
• Tabled dissolution of URA pending attorney review

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will consider a sewer and stormwater agreement for 702 7th Ave W, approve multiple Keller Associates invoices for wastewater and water projects, and hear the FY25 audit report. Several routine consent items (minutes, payroll, building permits) are also on the agenda.

• Sewer & Stormwater Agreement for 702 7th Ave W - action item
• Keller Associates invoices: #0254543 (PH II Wastewater), #0254544 (Main St. Water Line Replacement), #0254545 (WW Permit On-Call), #0254546 (WWTP Operations), #0254547 (SCADA Support), #0254548 (AOCI Legal Description)
• Pay recommendation for GSE Construction Pay Application #6 (Gooding Lift Station Improvement Project)
• Pay recommendation for Gentry Civil Corp Pay Application #2 (Pipeline Improvement Project)
• Sheriff Shaun Gough: Flock System - action item

Regular City Council Meeting

The Gooding City Council will consider a sewer and stormwater agreement for 702 7th Ave W, an FY25 audit report, and a request for a Build Back letter for a home at 622 1st Ave East. Other action items include appointing a new Planning & Zoning board member, authorizing the airport manager to invoice self-fuelers, and approving a Zions Bank sign permit. The meeting also includes a consent calendar with minutes from January 5, 2026, and a possible executive session.

• Sewer & Stormwater Agreement for 702 7th Ave W
• FY25 Audit Report by Workman & Company
• Request for Build Back Letter for home at 622 1st Ave East
• Appoint new Planning & Zoning board member
• SRO funding for ISDB by Chief Dave Fisher

The Gooding City Council approved adding a vacation leave cash-out option to the personnel policy, appointed Roman Garza to the Planning & Zoning Board, authorized a build-back letter for a home at 622 1st Ave East, and granted the Airport Manager authority to invoice self-fuelers. All votes were 4-0. No action was taken on SRO funding or the sewer/stormwater agreement.

• Approved adding vacation leave cash-out to personnel policy (4-0)
• Appointed Roman Garza to Planning & Zoning Board (4-0)
• Authorized build-back letter for 622 1st Ave East (4-0)
• Granted Airport Manager authority to invoice self-fuelers for fuel flowage fee (4-0)
• Approved Keller Associates invoice #0254356 for $791.25 (4-0)
• Approved Zions Bank sign permit (4-0)
• Tabled SRO funding discussion; no motion made
• Approved consent calendar including Jan 5 meeting minutes (4-0)