Twin Falls County public meetings in 2021

Recreation Center Committee

The Recreation Center Ad Hoc Committee is holding a special meeting to approve previous minutes and enter an executive session. The committee intends to discuss the acquisition of real property not owned by a public agency.

• Approval of October 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Executive Session to discuss acquiring an interest in real property

The Twin Falls Recreation Center Ad Hoc Committee held a special meeting on December 21, 2021. They approved the minutes from the October 21, 2021 meeting unanimously (9-0). The committee then voted unanimously (9-0) to adjourn to executive session to discuss acquiring real property not owned by a public agency. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 21, 2021 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved adjournment to executive session for real property acquisition (9-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two annexations and zoning requests on E 3700 N and a right-of-way vacation in the Lakewood Subdivision. The body will also review the FY 2021 Annual Financial Report and Impact Fee Program.

• Annexation and zoning requests for 3262 E 3700 N and 3270 E 3700 N
• Request to vacate platted right-of-way at Lakewood Subdivision (PZ21-0156)
• 30 acre ground lease with Magic Valley MX Club for a motocross track
• Airport hangar ground lease with Greg Olsen and Erin Callen
• Review of Annual Financial Report and Impact Fee Program for FY 2021

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss parks facility enhancement plans and receive department updates. The body is also considering requests regarding a tree removal and a bench donation.

• Request to remove a tree at 214 9th Ave. N.
• Request to accept a bench donation in honor of Patrick "Woody" Cullen
• Commission review of Parks for Facility Enhancement Plans

The commission reviewed facility enhancement plans for Harrison Park, Oregon Trail Youth Complex, and Morning Sun Park, discussing potential improvements such as restrooms, playground upgrades, and community feedback surveys. No formal decisions were made on these plans; commissioners were tasked with drafting survey questions for the next meeting. The consent calendar was approved, including minutes, a tree removal, and a bench donation.

• Approved consent calendar including Nov 9 minutes, tree removal at 214 9th Ave N, and bench donation (6-0)
• Reviewed improvement plans for Harrison Park, Oregon Trail Youth Complex, and Morning Sun Park (no vote)
• Tasked commissioners to develop survey questions for community feedback (no vote)

General

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a preliminary plat for a 103-lot subdivision. The body will also consider a recommendation for a C-1 zoning designation for property proposed for annexation.

• Preliminary plat for Kenyon Meadow Subdivision: 16.87 (+/-) acres and 103 lots at the 1500-1600 block of Kenyon Road South
• Zoning recommendation for property at the northwest corner of Kimberly Road and Hankins Road (C-1 zoning designation)

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of C-1 zoning for a property proposed for annexation at the northwest corner of Kimberly Road and Hankins Road, and approved the preliminary plat for the Kenyon Meadow Subdivision, a 103-lot residential development on Kenyon Road South. Both actions were taken after public hearings and discussions. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Recommended approval of C-1 zoning for annexation at Kimberly & Hankins (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Kenyon Meadow Subdivision, 103 lots (5-1)
• Approved consent calendar including November 30, 2021 minutes (5-0-1)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is deciding on a proforma for a Children's Museum and an agreement with Galena for the 2nd & Hansen project. The body will also consider a new revenue allocation area and the retention of Kushlan Associates for an Eligibility Report.

• Proforma for the Children's Museum on Agency-owned property
• Resolution No. 2021-06: Second Amendment to the Agreement to Negotiate Exclusively with Galena for the 2nd & Hansen project
• Up to $5,328.00 for RenoSys PVC Membrane installation in the Downtown Fountain water tank
• Memorandum of understanding with Summit Creek Development for advance planning costs for a proposed revenue allocation area
• Retention of Kushlan Associates to prepare an Eligibility Report for a specific geographic area

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the Children's Museum proforma, a second amendment to the Galena agreement for the 2nd & Hansen project, and a memorandum of understanding with Summit Creek Development for advance planning costs. They also approved funding for a fountain membrane and retained Kushlan Associates for an eligibility study. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the Galena amendment.

• Approved consent calendar including November minutes, financial report, and December accounts payable (7-0)
• Approved Children's Museum proforma (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-06 extending Galena negotiation agreement (6-0, Ashenbrener abstained)
• Approved up to $5,328 for RenoSys PVC Membrane in Downtown Fountain water tank (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Summit Creek Development for advance planning costs (7-0)
• Retained Kushlan Associates for eligibility report (7-0)

Youth Council

The Youth Council will meet to discuss the location of their next meeting. Officer Steven Gassert of the Twin Falls Police Department will present on the risks of underage drinking and prevention efforts.

• Presentation by Officer Steven Gassert on underage drinking prevention
• Discussion regarding the next meeting location

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several contracts, including a wastewater treatment agreement and a five-year contract with People for Pets. The body is also reviewing zoning requests and the appointment of a Deputy City Manager.

• Contract amendment for CH2M/Jacobs wastewater treatment plant and lift station operations for $3,484,815
• Special Use Permit for a Fire Station at 1025 Washington Street South
• Five-year contract with People for Pets / Magic Valley Humane Society
• Guaranteed Maximum Price for Phase 1 of the Fire Training Center
• Findings of Fact for Martin St. Annexation and Denton Subdivision Vacation

The Twin Falls City Council confirmed Gretchen Scott as Deputy City Manager, approved a five-year contract with People for Pets/Magic Valley Humane Society, approved the Guaranteed Maximum Price for Phase 1 of the Fire Training Center, and approved a $3,484,815 contract amendment with CH2M/Jacobs for wastewater operations. All votes were 5-0. A special use permit for a fire station at 1025 Washington Street South was also approved. A request for additional building height on 2nd Avenue South was rescheduled to January 10, 2022.

• Confirmed Gretchen Scott as Deputy City Manager (5-0)
• Approved five-year contract with People for Pets/Magic Valley Humane Society (5-0)
• Approved Guaranteed Maximum Price for Phase 1 of Fire Training Center (5-0)
• Approved $3,484,815 contract amendment with CH2M/Jacobs for wastewater operations (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for fire station at 1025 Washington Street South (5-0)
• Rescheduled building height request on 2nd Avenue South to January 10, 2022

Impact Fee and Improvement Reimbursement Committee

The Impact Fee and Improvement Reimbursement Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on the FY 2021 Annual Financial Report and Impact Fee Program. The committee will also review member terms and introduce new members.

• Action on the Annual Financial Report and Impact Fee Program for FY 2021
• Approval of April 29, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of existing member term limits

The Twin Falls Development Impact Fee Advisory Committee unanimously recommended approval of the Annual Impact Fee Financial Report for FY2021 to the City Council, including a finding that the program is fair and equitable. The committee discussed but did not vote on raising impact fees, with members agreeing not to increase them this year. The meeting also included approval of the consent calendar and introduction of new members.

• Approved consent calendar including April 29, 2021 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Annual Impact Fee Financial Report FY2021 to City Council (6-0)

Airport Advisory Board

The Magic Valley Airport Advisory Board will receive updates on FAA projects and the Master Plan. Members will discuss the impacts of the global pandemic on air travel and local air service development initiatives.

• Update on FAA projects
• Master Plan project status
• Discussion on global pandemic impacts on air travel
• Discussion on local air service development initiatives
• Approval of November 2, 2021 minutes

The Magic Valley Airport Advisory Board approved the October 5, 2021 minutes (6-0) and adjourned. Staff reported FAA project progress, a Delta flight reduction to once daily starting December 1, and the end of United's Denver flight. The board discussed planning for the 2023 Air Magic Valley Airshow and noted the City Council's 5-2 vote against a bookstore lease request.

• Approved October 5, 2021 board minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is holding a special meeting to review commission policies. The body will also introduce new Commissioner Tim Hafer and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Policy Review action item
• Approval of November 2 and November 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The commission approved the consent calendar, including minutes from November 2 and November 9, 2021, by a 4-0 vote. Members discussed policy review, comparing current policy with the 2007 resolution, and considered maintenance plans for public art. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar with November 2 and November 9 minutes (4-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The commission is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive informational updates. Discussions include a grant presentation to the City Council and staff consultations regarding historic preservation.

• Approval of November 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• CLG FY22 Grant presentation to City Council
• Revitalizing Idaho's Main Street Event Flyer
• Boise Historic Preservation Staff Consultation
• Decision Matrix informational item

City Council

The City Council will review several subdivision plats and annexation requests. The body is also deciding on airport well improvements and grant applications for historic preservation. A $1,000 check for teen suicide prevention will be presented to the Twin Falls Youth Council.

• Annexation of lots 5 and 6 of the Orchalara Subdivision
• Vacation of the Denton Subdivision Plat at 449 Dubois Avenue
• Final Plat for Fire Station #2
• Final Plat for Sundance Subdivision No. 3
• Approval for Airport well improvement

The City Council approved all consent calendar items, including final plats for Fire Station #2 and Sundance Subdivision No. 3. It confirmed two new members to the Impact Fee and Improvement Reimbursement Advisory Committee and approved two FY22 grant applications for historic preservation. The council also approved a $331,000 airport well improvement from reserves, vacated the Denton Subdivision Plat, and annexed lots 5 and 6 of the Orchalara Subdivision with R2 zoning. A request to vacate right-of-way in the Lakewood Subdivision was rescheduled to December 20, 2021.

• Approved consent calendar, including minutes, accounts payable, credit card, trust agreement, and two final plats
• Confirmed mayor's appointments of Dave Thibault and Seth Watte to the Impact Fee and Improvement Reimbursement Advisory Committee
• Approved FY22 grant application for National Alliance of Preservation Forum 2022 attendance
• Approved FY22 grant application for a Downtown Historic District Virtual Walking Tour
• Approved $331,000 from reserves for Airport well improvements
• Approved vacating the Denton Subdivision Plat at 449 Dubois Avenue
• Approved annexation of Orchalara Subdivision lots 5 and 6 with R2 zoning
• Rescheduled the Lakewood Subdivision right-of-way vacation request to December 20, 2021

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for December 1, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is considering preliminary plats for three residential subdivisions. The body will also hold public hearings regarding zoning recommendations for two annexed properties and a special use permit for filling near a canyon rim.

• Preliminary Plat for Mary Alice Lake at the Preserve: 64 lots on 19.38 acres at Cheney Drive and Eastland Drive
• Preliminary Plat for The Residences at Breckenridge No. 1: 58 lots on 10.03 acres at 500 block of Canyon Falls Drive
• Preliminary Plat for The Residences at Breckenridge No. 2: 24 lots on 3.46 acres at 600 block of Canyon Falls Drive
• Zoning recommendations for annexed properties at 3262 E 3700 N and 3270 E 3700 N
• Special Use Permit for filling within 100 feet of the canyon rim at 520 Locust Street South

The Commission approved preliminary plats for the Mary Alice Lake at the Preserve (64 lots), The Residences at Breckenridge No. 1 (58 lots), and The Residences at Breckenridge No. 2 (24 lots), all with staff recommendations. It also unanimously recommended M-2 zoning to the City Council for two properties proposed for annexation at 3262 and 3270 E 3700 N. A Special Use Permit for filling within 100 feet of the canyon rim at 520 Locust Street South was approved after a revote, with Commissioner Detweiler recused.

• Approved the Preliminary Plat for Mary Alice Lake at the Preserve, a 64-lot subdivision, by a 5-1 vote.
• Approved the Preliminary Plat for The Residences at Breckenridge No. 1, a 58-lot subdivision, by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the Preliminary Plat for The Residences at Breckenridge No. 2, a 24-lot subdivision, by a 6-0 vote.
• Recommended M-2 zoning to City Council for the property at 3262 E 3700 N, by a 6-0 vote.
• Recommended M-2 zoning to City Council for the property at 3270 E 3700 N, by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved a Special Use Permit for canyon rim filling at 520 Locust Street South, by a 5-0 vote after a recusal.
• Approved the Consent Calendar, including minutes from November 9, 2021, by a 5-0-1 vote.

Historic Preservation Committee

The meeting scheduled for November 29, 2021, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to accept the Twin Falls County canvassed election results from November 8, 2021. The body will also consider the 2022 meeting schedule and a performance report.

• Acceptance of November 8, 2021, Twin Falls County canvassed election results
• Approval of the 2022 Schedule of Regular Meetings & Public Hearings
• Public hearing for the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluations Report (CAPER)

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including the 2022 meeting schedule and the November 22 minutes, in a 6-0 vote. It also accepted the Twin Falls County canvassed election results for the November 8, 2021, election, and approved the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluations Report (CAPER), both by 6-0 votes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the 2022 Schedule of Regular Meetings & Public Hearings (6-0)
• Approved the November 22, 2021, City Council minutes (6-0)
• Accepted the Twin Falls County canvassed election results for the November 8, 2021, election (6-0)
• Approved the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluations Report (CAPER) (6-0)

URA Downtown Arts Subcommittee

The Downtown Arts Subcommittee is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and the completion of a wall mural project. The body will also discuss potential future projects.

• Approval of September 2, 2021 and September 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of the wall mural project completion on the City Hall alley wall
• Discussion of potential projects

The Downtown Arts Subcommittee approved the completed 'Magic of the Valley' wall mural by artist Matt Sunderman and authorized final payment. The dedication will occur at the December 13th URA Board meeting. The subcommittee also approved moving forward with a 4'x4' ACM panel for a public art directory, replacing a more expensive encased option. Minutes from September 2 and September 8, 2021, were approved.

• Approved September 2 and September 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted 'Magic of the Valley' mural as completed and authorized final payment (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with a 4'x4' ACM panel for public art directory (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to confirm the appointment of Joshua Baird as City Engineer. The agenda also includes a presentation on Canyon Springs Grade and approval of routine financial records.

• Confirmation of Joshua Baird as City Engineer
• Canyon Springs Grade presentation by Erin Steel
• Approval of accounts payable for November 11-17, 2021
• Approval of November 15, 2021, City Council minutes

The City Council confirmed City Manager Rothweiler's appointment of Joshua Baird as City Engineer, with Mayor Hawkins issuing the Oath of Office. The council also approved the consent calendar, including the November 15 minutes and accounts payable for November 11-17, 2021, by a 6-0 vote. A presentation on the Canyon Springs Grade was given by Staff Engineer Steel, with discussion but no action. The meeting adjourned at 5:24 PM.

• Confirmed Joshua Baird as City Engineer, 6-0 vote
• Approved consent calendar including Nov 15 minutes and accounts payable, 6-0 vote
• Heard Canyon Springs Grade presentation, no action taken

Planning and Zoning Commission

The meeting scheduled for November 16, 2021, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The meeting scheduled for November 15, 2021, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

City Council

The City Council will vote on several airport-related items and infrastructure updates. The body is also reviewing a PUD amendment and the appointment of a member to the Public Art Commission.

• Air service consulting contract with Volaire Aviation using up to $30,000 from Airport reserve funds
• Airport ground lease renewal with Reeder Flying Service
• Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for PZ21-0141 Latitude 42 PUD Amendment
• Use of Waste Water Reserves for a boiler installation at the Waste Water Treatment plant
• Update on the Shoshone Falls Grade Road Project

The Twin Falls City Council approved several items, including a $537,829 wastewater boiler installation funded from reserves, an air service consulting contract with Volaire Aviation using up to $30,000 from airport reserve funds, and the appointment of Tim Hafer to the Public Art Commission. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The council also received an update on the Shoshone Falls Grade Road Project but took no action on it.

• Approved $537,829 wastewater boiler installation from reserves (7-0)
• Approved Volaire Aviation air service consulting contract, up to $30,000 from airport reserves (7-0)
• Confirmed Tim Hafer appointment to Public Art Commission (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including airport ground lease renewal with Reeder Flying Service (7-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for personnel evaluation (7-0)

Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Twin Falls Diversity and Inclusion Committee is meeting to approve minutes from July 1, 2021, and discuss its charter and operations, upcoming events, and updates from the LatinX/Refugee and LGBTQ+ workgroups. The December 2, 2021 meeting is cancelled. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approve July 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Charter and Operations
• Update from LatinX/Refugee Workgroup
• Update from LGBTQ+ Workgroup
• Cancellation of December 2, 2021 meeting

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the design of the Poleline/Eastland Trailhead and a proposal for an outdoor gym at that location. Members will also consider a request to review the City's Tree Ordinance and a donation of a little library for the canyon rim trail.

• Request to remove tree at 530 3rd Ave. West
• Proposal by Family Health Services to build an outdoor gym at Poleline/Eastland Trailhead
• Request to review the City's Tree Ordinance
• Request from Marjorie McBride to donate a little library for the canyon rim trail
• Discussion on the next phase of Facility Enhancement Plans

The Twin Falls Parks and Recreation Commission voted 8-0 to deny a request from Marjorie McBride to place a little library along the Canyon Rim Trail, citing concerns about vandalism, litter, maintenance, and accessibility. The commission also approved a motion to have a Tree Commission member work with staff on revising the city's tree ordinance. No action was taken on a proposal by Family Health Services to build an outdoor gym at the Poleline/Eastland Trailhead, and the commission discussed but did not decide on next steps for facility enhancements at three parks.

• Approved consent calendar including October 12, 2021 minutes and tree removal at 530 3rd Ave. West (7-0)
• Approved motion to instruct Tree Commission to have a member meet with staff on tree ordinance (8-0)
• Denied request for little library along Canyon Rim Trail (8-0)
• No action on Family Health Services outdoor gym proposal at Poleline/Eastland Trailhead
• No action on facility enhancement plans for Oregon Trail Youth Complex, Morning Sun Park, and Harrison Park

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to provide recommendations to the City Council on several land-use requests. The body will also consider special use permits for a parking garage and an indoor recreation facility.

• Special Use Permit for a parking garage on 2nd Avenue South between Hansen Street and Shoshone Street
• Request for building height exceeding 50 feet on 2nd Avenue South between Hansen Street and Shoshone Street
• Special Use Permit for an indoor recreation facility at 2634 Addison Avenue East
• Recommendation to vacate the Denton Subdivision Plat at 449 Dubois Avenue
• Zoning District recommendation for annexed property at lots 5 and 6 of the Orchalara Subdivision

The Commission recommended R6 zoning for two lots proposed for annexation, despite concerns about notification and compatibility with the Canyon Rim Overlay. It also recommended approval of two plat vacations and a right-of-way vacation, and approved special use permits for a parking garage and a gym. A request for additional building height beyond 50 feet downtown was also recommended for approval.

• Recommended approval of Denton Subdivision plat vacation (5-0)
• Recommended R6 zoning for Orchalara Subdivision lots 5 and 6 annexation (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Lakewood Subdivision right-of-way vacation (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for parking garage on 2nd Avenue South (4-1)
• Recommended approval of building height beyond 50 feet on 2nd Avenue South (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for indoor recreation facility at 2634 Addison Avenue East (5-0)

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is holding a special sub-committee meeting. The body will discuss the development of public art policy.

• Discussion on Public Art Policy Development by Laura Stewart

The Public Art Commission held a special sub-committee meeting to develop a public art policy. They discussed using Moscow, Idaho and Boulder, Colorado policies as guidelines, and created a draft outline in Teams. Members were tasked with completing sections to present at the December meeting. No formal decisions were made.

• Discussed using Moscow, ID and Boulder, CO public art policies as guidelines
• Created a draft policy outline in Teams
• Tasked sub-committee members and staff to complete policy sections for December meeting

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to review building design concepts for a Children's Museum on agency-owned property. The body will also consider a property appraisal proposal and the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Approval of Building Design Concepts for the Children's Museum
• Reuse Appraisal proposal from Valbridge Property Advisors | Mountain States for $8,500 for the 2nd & Hansen property
• Approval of the 2022 Schedule of Regular Meetings
• Executive Session to acquire an interest in real property not owned by a public agency

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the building design concepts for a 14,000-square-foot Children's Museum to be located on agency-owned property in the historic warehouse district. The agency also approved an $8,500 reuse appraisal proposal for the 2nd & Hansen property, required by Idaho Code for property exchange, and approved the 2022 meeting schedule. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Children's Museum building design concepts (6-0)
• Approved $8,500 reuse appraisal proposal from Valbridge Property Advisors for 2nd & Hansen property (6-0)
• Approved 2022 regular meeting schedule (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including October 19 minutes, October financial report, and November accounts payable (6-0)

Youth Council

The Twin Falls Youth Council will meet to coordinate a cleanup date for Adopt a Trail. The body will also discuss the election of council officers and recruitment updates.

• Discussion of Adopt a Trail cleanup date and time
• Discussion regarding election of Youth Council officers
• Update on Youth Council recruitment

City Council

The City Council will review a request to sign an Opioid Litigation Settlement Agreement and an ordinance to repeal city code regarding concealed weapons. The meeting also includes a financial presentation for the third quarter of fiscal year 2020-2021.

• Request to authorize the Mayor to sign the Opioid Litigation Settlement Agreement
• Proposed ordinance repealing City Code Section 6-2-1(B) regarding concealed weapons
• Public hearing for Latitude 42 PUD amendment to allow tandem parking (PZ21-0141)
• Improvement Agreement for Sundance Subdivision No. 3 (Phase 4 & 5)
• Appointment of Lindsay Earls as Library Trustee for 2022-2027

The Twin Falls City Council approved an ordinance repealing City Code Section 6-2-1(B) regulating concealed weapons, and authorized the mayor to sign the Opioid Litigation Settlement Agreement. The council also approved a Library Trustee appointment, accepted a public right-of-way, and approved a PUD amendment for tandem parking. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Consent Calendar including accounts payable, minutes, credit card, subdivision agreement, and Veterans commemoration (5-0)
• Approved Lindsay Earls as Library Trustee for term January 2022-2027 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of public right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2021-018 repealing concealed weapons code Section 6-2-1(B) (5-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign Opioid Litigation Settlement Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Latitude 42 PUD amendment allowing tandem parking in off-street parking calculation (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a worksession to receive a presentation on the Special Use Permit (SUP) process. The body will also discuss the 2022 meeting calendar and commissioner terms.

• Presentation on Special Use Permit (SUP) process by Planning & Zoning Director Jonathan Spendlove
• Discussion regarding the 2022 PZC meeting calendar
• Discussion regarding Commissioner Term Review

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission held a worksession on November 3, 2021, with no substantive decisions. Staff reviewed the Special Use Permit and Preliminary Plat processes, and the commission discussed the 2022 meeting calendar and commissioner term expirations. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• 2022 PZC meeting calendar reviewed and verified
• Commissioner term review noted: two commissioners term out end of February 2022; advertisement for applicants set for January 7, 2022

Airport Advisory Board

The Magic Valley Airport Advisory Board will receive updates on FAA projects and the airport Master Plan. Members will also discuss air service and planning for the 2023 Magic Valley Airshow.

• Planning for the 2023 Magic Valley Airshow
• FAA Projects update
• Master Plan Project update
• Air Service update
• Approval of October 5, 2021 meeting minutes

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the development of commission policies. The body will also consider approving meeting minutes from September 7 and October 5, 2021.

• Discussion of Public Art Commission policy development
• Approval of September 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of October 5, 2021 meeting minutes

The Public Art Commission held a special meeting and approved the consent calendar, including minutes from September and October 2021. The main discussion focused on developing policies and guidelines for public art, with a subcommittee formed to draft recommendations. No final policy decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes for September 7 and October 5, 2021 (6-0)
• Formed subcommittee to develop public art policy; members: Laura Stewart, Janeale Dean, Amy Westover, Drew Nash

Historic Preservation Committee

The commission is meeting to discuss a grant project for a virtual walking tour. The body will also discuss the 2022 meeting calendar and commissioner terms.

• Grant Project Discussion: Virtual Walking Tour
• Discussion of 2022 HPC Meeting Calendar and Commissioner Terms
• Approval of September 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission approved the consent calendar, including the September 13, 2021 minutes, by a unanimous 5-0 vote. No certificates of appropriateness were considered. The commission discussed a virtual walking tour grant application for the Historic Downtown district, with a deadline of December 31, 2021, and directed staff to investigate a digital platform for sharing information. The November 15, 2021 meeting was cancelled and rescheduled to November 29, 2021.

• Approved consent calendar including September 13, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Discussed virtual walking tour grant application; no formal action taken
• Cancelled November 15, 2021 meeting; rescheduled to November 29, 2021

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review preliminary plats for a residential subdivision and a new fire station. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for a charter school.

• Preliminary Plat for Villas on Falls Subdivision (32 lots) at 1700-1800 block of Dora Drive South
• Preliminary Plat for Fire Station #2 east of Cheney Drive and Washington Street North
• Special Use Permit for a charter school at 586 Orchard Drive

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a Special Use Permit for a K-8 charter school (Pinecrest Academy) at 586 Orchard Drive, with staff recommendations. The commission also approved preliminary plats for the Villas on Falls Subdivision (32 lots on Dora Drive South) and Fire Station #2 (one lot near Cheney Drive and Washington Street North). All decisions were made as presented with staff conditions.

• Approved Special Use Permit for charter school at 586 Orchard Drive (6-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Villas on Falls Subdivision, 32 lots at 1700-1800 block Dora Drive South (5-0-1, Hansen abstained)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Fire Station #2, one lot near Cheney Drive and Washington Street North (6-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including October 12, 2021 minutes (5-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will vote on purchasing new public safety radios and a Vactor Hydro-Excavator. The meeting also includes police department promotions, the swearing-in of four new officers, and a presentation regarding a 2023 airshow at Joslin Field.

• Purchase of public safety radios from White Cloud Communications for $370,478.78
• Purchase of a Vactor Hydro-Excavator
• Appointment of Terry Winkle to the Twin Falls Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
• Presentation on plans for a 2023 Airshow at Joslin Field
• Swearing-in of officers Ryan Carlson, Alexandra McClain, Kevin Warner, and Riley Whiteley

The Twin Falls City Council approved the purchase of a Vactor Hydro-Excavator for $448,900 and new public safety radios from White Cloud Communications for $370,478.78. They also appointed Terry Winkle to the Housing Authority Board and recognized police officers in ceremonies. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved purchase of Vactor Hydro-Excavator for $448,900 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of public safety radios from White Cloud Communications for $370,478.78 (6-0)
• Appointed Terry Winkle to the Twin Falls Housing Authority Board of Commissioners (6-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including accounts payable and minutes (6-0)

Recreation Center Committee

The committee is meeting to review the progress of a feasibility study. The session includes a request to enter an executive session to discuss acquiring real property not owned by a public agency.

• Review of Feasibility Study Progress
• Executive Session to acquire interest in real property not owned by a public agency

The Twin Falls Recreation Center Ad Hoc Committee approved minutes from two prior meetings and reviewed progress on the recreation center feasibility study. The committee discussed the $40 million estimated project cost, population growth, construction costs, and pandemic-related programming changes. No new substantive decisions were made beyond approving the minutes and adjourning to executive session to discuss acquiring real property.

• Approved February 24, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved September 30, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved adjournment to executive session for real property acquisition (8-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will vote on the design of the 2nd Avenue parking structure and an amendment to an exclusive negotiation agreement with Galena Opportunity, Inc. Members will also discuss visioning for future urban renewal areas.

• Approval of design for 2nd Avenue parking structure
• Resolution No. 2021-05: First Amendment to Agreement to Negotiate Exclusively with Galena Opportunity, Inc. for 2nd Avenue South bordering Hansen Street
• Discussion on visioning for future urban renewal areas
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation and real property acquisition

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the design development plan for the 2nd Avenue parking structure, which will include 325 spaces (100 public) and is part of a larger project with Galena. The board also approved Resolution No. 2021-05, amending the agreement with Galena. Chair Ashenbrener abstained from both votes due to a conflict of interest. The board held a visioning session for future urban renewal areas and entered executive session, but no final action was taken there.

• Approved 2nd Avenue parking structure design (6-0, Ashenbrener abstained)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-05 amending Galena agreement (6-0, Ashenbrener abstained)
• Approved consent calendar including September minutes, financial report, and October accounts payable (7-0)
• Held visioning session for future urban renewal areas (no formal action)

General

The City of Twin Falls Diversity and Inclusion Committee will discuss its charter, operations, and upcoming events. The body will also receive updates from the LGBTQ+ and LatinX/Refugee workgroups.

• Approval of July 1, 2021 minutes
• Review of Charter and Operations
• Update from LatinX/Refugee Workgroup
• Update from LGBTQ+ Workgroup

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on a contract for airport terminal equipment and a retail lease. The body will also review accounts payable and hold an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Contract award to Terry’s Heating & Air Conditioning for airport terminal heat pump units
• Lease request by Sequoia Schmidt for a retail book store in the airport terminal
• Approval of Accounts Payable for October 7-13, 2021
• Executive session to consider evaluation, dismissal, or disciplining of a public officer or employee

The Twin Falls City Council approved a $301,076 contract with Terry's Heating & Air Conditioning to replace airport terminal heat pump units, with $30,000 in deficiencies funded from reserves. A proposal by Sequoia Schmidt to lease airport space for a retail bookstore was denied in a 2-5 vote. The consent calendar was approved 6-0 with one abstention, and the council entered executive session for personnel matters.

• Approved $301,076 contract to Terry's Heating & Air Conditioning for airport heat pump replacement (7-0)
• Denied Sequoia Schmidt's request to lease airport terminal space for a retail bookstore (2-5)
• Approved consent calendar including accounts payable and October 11 minutes (6-0, Reid abstaining)
• Moved to executive session for personnel evaluation (7-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The scheduled meeting for October 13, 2021, was cancelled. A special meeting was scheduled for October 19, 2021.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider recommendations for parking amendments and special use permits. The body will decide on requests related to vehicle repair and indoor recreation facilities.

• Amendment to Latitude 42 PUD to allow tandem parking (PZ21-0141)
• Special Use Permit for sporting vehicle and motorcycle repair at 2964 Addison Avenue East (PZ21-0144)
• Special Use Permit for an indoor recreation facility at 766 Falls Avenue (PZ21-0146)
• Withdrawn annexation request for 763 and 797 Cento Drive (PZ21-0131)

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission voted 3-2 to recommend approval to the City Council of an amendment to the Latitude 42 PUD to allow tandem parking to count toward required off-street parking. The commission also unanimously approved a special use permit for a sporting vehicle and motorcycle service and repair shop at 2964 Addison Avenue East and a special use permit for a 24-hour gym at 766 Falls Avenue. A request for a zoning recommendation for property at 763 and 797 Cento Drive was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Recommended approval of Latitude 42 PUD amendment for tandem parking (3-2)
• Approved special use permit for sporting vehicle/motorcycle repair at 2964 Addison Ave E (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for indoor recreation facility at 766 Falls Ave (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including September 28, 2021 minutes (4-0-1)
• Withdrawn: zoning recommendation for 763 and 797 Cento Drive

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss tree-related enforcement. The body will consider a request for the Tree Commission to serve written notices to property owners and discuss penalties for tree topping violations.

• Request for Tree Commission to serve written notices to property owners
• Discussion on penalties for tree topping violations

The Commission approved a motion declaring the trees at 409 Bracken Street a public safety nuisance, authorizing Code Enforcement to serve a written notice to the property owner, and setting a 3-month deadline for the required tree work. The motion also proactively approved the required tree-removal permit once received by the Parks department. The vote was 6 to 0.

• Approved the consent calendar, including the September 14, 2021 minutes, 5 to 0.
• Declared the trees at 409 Bracken Street a nuisance to public safety.
• Authorized a letter to be drafted and served in-person by Code Enforcement to the property owner of 409 Bracken Street.
• Allocated a 3-month deadline for the property owner to complete the tree work.
• Proactively approved the required tree-removal permit for the trees once received by the Parks department.
• Discussed, but took no action on, the penalty for illegal tree-topping at 605 4th Avenue East; staff will seek direction at a future meeting.
• Agreed to place forming a sub-committee to re-evaluate the Tree Ordinance on a future agenda.

City Council

The City Council will consider fee increases for planning, zoning, and impact fees. The body is also deciding on a franchise agreement extension with Project Mutual Telephone Cooperative Association, INC. and updates to the City's Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing on Impact Fee and Planning and Zoning fee increases
• Ordinance #O-2021-017 to include Capital Improvement Plan in Comprehensive Plan and recodify Impact Fees
• Franchise Agreement extension with Project Mutual Telephone Cooperative Association, INC. (PMT)
• Approval of 30th Annual Christmas in the Nighttime Sky event at 2862 Addison Avenue East
• Approval of accounts payable for September 23 through October 6, 2021

The Twin Falls City Council approved Resolution 2021-015, which increases impact fees and planning and zoning fees, effective November 15, 2021. The council also adopted Ordinance #O-2021-017, which amends the Comprehensive Plan to include the Capital Improvement Plan and recodifies impact fee regulations. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Resolution 2021-015 for impact fee and planning/zoning fee increases (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #O-2021-017 amending Comprehensive Plan and recodifying impact fees (6-0)
• Approved extension of franchise agreement with Project Mutual Telephone Cooperative (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including accounts payable and event permit (6-0)

General

The scheduled meeting for the Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission on October 6, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Airport Advisory Board

The board is meeting to receive status updates on FAA projects, air service, and the FAA Master Plan. The session includes the introduction of a new county board member and a presentation on an airfield bus tour.

• Approval of September 7th Airport Board Minutes
• FAA Projects and Development update by JUB Engineers and Airport Manager
• Air Service update by Airport Manager
• FAA Master Plan update by Ricondo consulting firm
• Airfield Bus Tour presentation

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is meeting to discuss the development of a policy for publicly owned art in Twin Falls. The body will also review survey results and an update on the public art inventory.

• Action item to develop a policy for publicly owned art in Twin Falls
• Action item regarding the Imagination Alley proposal
• Review of Spanish Survey results
• Update on Public Art Inventory

The Twin Falls Public Art Commission held a special meeting on October 5, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions. Members reviewed Spanish survey results, received updates on the Public Art Inventory and Imagination Alley proposal, and discussed developing a policy for publicly owned art. Commissioners were tasked with researching policies from other cities for discussion at the next meeting.

• No formal actions or votes taken at the meeting
• Commissioners tasked with researching public art policies from other cities
• Discussed developing a policy for publicly owned art in Twin Falls
• Reviewed Spanish survey results with 11 responses
• Received update on Public Art Inventory including mural project and directory

General

The meeting scheduled for October 4, 2021, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Recreation Center Committee

The Recreation Center Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to receive an update on a feasibility study. The body will also work to develop a plan to move forward and establish a future meeting schedule.

• Approval of November 19, 2019 meeting minutes
• Feasibility study update
• Development of a plan to move forward
• Setting of a meeting schedule

The Twin Falls Recreation Center Ad Hoc Committee met on September 30, 2021, but took no formal votes or decisions. Members discussed the feasibility study, including that the top two ranked location options are no longer available, and considered the current Parks and Recreation office and a Rock Creek site as potential locations. They also discussed funding limitations, noting CDBG funds are not accessible for the project, and scheduled the next meeting for October 21, 2021.

• No action taken on November 19, 2019 minutes (already approved)
• Scheduled next meeting for October 21, 2021

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on three special use permits for automobile sales and repair services. The body will also receive an informational presentation regarding parking calculations for a planned unit development.

• Special Use Permit for automobile and truck sales/service expansion at 1427 Blue Lakes Blvd. North
• Special Use Permit for automobile and truck sales/service expansion at 1070 Blue Lakes Blvd. North
• Special Use Permit for automobile and truck service/repair at 356 Addison Avenue West
• Informational presentation for Latitude 42 PUD amendment regarding tandem parking at 1135 Latitude Circle

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission approved three special use permits for auto-related businesses: expansions for Rob Green GMC and Rob Green Hyundai, and a new service/repair use for Advanced Suspension Design. The commission also approved the consent calendar and heard a preliminary presentation for a PUD amendment to allow tandem parking at Latitude 42, with a public hearing scheduled for October 12, 2021.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes from September 14, 2021 (4-0-2)
• Approved special use permit for Rob Green GMC expansion at 1427 Blue Lakes Blvd. N (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for Rob Green Hyundai expansion at 1070 Blue Lakes Blvd. N (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for Advanced Suspension Design at 356 Addison Ave. W (5-0)

Youth Council

The Youth Council is meeting to discuss the election of council officers and the scheduling of an Adopt a Trail cleanup. The body will also review brochures and posters from the City PIO and discuss a student leadership contact for Lighthouse.

• Discussion regarding the election of Youth Council officers
• Scheduling of Adopt a Trail cleanup date and time
• Distribution of brochures and posters by the City PIO
• Discussion of Lighthouse student leadership contact

City Council

The City Council will review several fire department matters, including a new collective bargaining agreement and a contract with the Twin Falls Rural Fire District. The body is also deciding on a lease-purchase for a replacement fire truck and various land and infrastructure requests.

• Request to replace a fire truck via lease-purchase at a cost of $750,000.00
• Adoption of the Collective Bargaining Agreement with Twin Falls Firefighters Local 1556
• Contract between the City of Twin Falls and Twin Falls Rural Fire District (Oct 1, 2021 to Sept 30, 2024)
• Parks in Lieu application for the Villas on Falls Subdivisions (PZ21-0087)
• Acceptance of Public Right-of-Way for sidewalk improvements at 723 Sparks Street

The Twin Falls City Council unanimously approved the Collective Bargaining Agreement with Twin Falls Firefighters Local 1556, a $750,000 lease-purchase for a new fire truck, and a three-year contract with the Twin Falls Rural Fire District. The council also approved the consent calendar, recognized firefighter promotions and awards, and received the fire department's 2020 annual report. No public hearings were held, and the executive session was canceled.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, accounts payable, parks-in-lieu application, right-of-way acceptance, and tree donation (7-0)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Twin Falls Firefighters Local 1556 (7-0)
• Approved $750,000 lease-purchase for fire truck replacement (7-0)
• Approved contract with Twin Falls Rural Fire District for Oct 1, 2021–Sep 30, 2024 (7-0)
• Swore in promoted fire captains/drivers and new firefighters
• Recognized 2020 Firefighter of the Year Dan Gould and Officer of the Year Tim Lauda

General

The September 20, 2021, meeting of the Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The City Council will consider an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget. Other business includes appointing a member to the Airport Advisory Board and approving a mural for City Hall.

• Public hearing to amend the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget
• Appointment of Tom Frank to the Airport Advisory Board for a second 3-year term
• Approval of selected art for a mural on the City Hall building alley wall
• Approval of resubmitted MPOG application
• Update on park enhancement plans and projects

The Twin Falls City Council approved a $15,851,167.00 amendment to the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget via Ordinance #2021-016, after a public hearing. The council also appointed Tom Frank to the Airport Advisory Board for a second 3-year term, approved a $9,963.00 resubmitted MPOG application for Legacy Fields of Idaho Little League, and approved a mural on the alley wall of City Hall. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including September 13, 2021 minutes and Accounts Payable for September 9-15, 2021 (5-0).
• Appointed Tom Frank to the Airport Advisory Board for a second 3-year term (5-0).
• Approved the resubmitted MPOG application for $9,963.00 for Legacy Fields of Idaho Little League (5-0).
• Approved putting a mural on the alley wall of the City Hall building (5-0).
• Approved Ordinance #2021-016 to amend the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget to $15,851,167.00 (5-0).
• Presented proclamations for Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month and Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.
• Presented a Certificate of Congratulations to Miss Twin Falls, Hannah Cameron.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to review a Parks in Lieu application and discuss naming policies. The body will also consider requests regarding tree removal and donations.

• Recommendation on Parks in Lieu application for Villas on Falls Subdivisions (PZ21-0087)
• Request to remove a tree at 550 3rd Ave. West
• Donation of two trees from Southern Idaho Landscaping in memory of Kevin Cooper
• Naming of trailhead parking at the corner of Eastland and Poleline
• Discussion of 'significant donation' definition in City of Twin Falls Naming Policy

The Commission approved the consent calendar, including minutes and tree-related requests, and voted 6-0 to recommend that the City Council accept a cash contribution in lieu of park land for the Villas on Falls Subdivision. They discussed naming a new trailhead parking area and the definition of 'significant donation' in the naming policy, but took no action on either. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with updates on the pool and the TEAMS folder.

• Approved consent calendar including August 10, 2021 minutes, tree removal at 550 3rd Ave. West, and donation of two trees in memory of Kevin Cooper (6-0)
• Recommended to City Council to accept cash contribution in lieu of park land for Villas on Falls Subdivision (6-0)
• Discussed naming of trailhead parking at Eastland and Poleline; no action taken
• Discussed defining 'significant donation' in naming policy; no action taken

Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556

The scheduled meeting between the City of Twin Falls and the Executive Board of the Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556 was canceled. The meeting was intended to discuss negotiation items for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021.

• Canceled meeting regarding Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on four special use permits. These requests include a home daycare, a recreation facility, a zoological center, and a fire station.

• Special Use Permit for in-home daycare at 396 April Avenue
• Special Use Permit for indoor recreation facility at NE corner of Kimberly Road and Meadowview Lane
• Special Use Permit for zoological center at 1485 Pole Line Road East
• Special Use Permit for Fire Station on the 200 block of Cheney Drive

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved four special use permits: an in-home daycare at 396 April Avenue (limited to 12 children), an indoor recreation facility at Kimberly Road and Meadowview Lane (with hours limited to 7am-10pm), a zoological center at 1485 Pole Line Road East, and a fire station on the 200 block of Cheney Drive. All votes were 4-0. The consent calendar, including approval of August 24, 2021 minutes, was also approved unanimously.

• Approved special use permit for in-home daycare at 396 April Avenue, limited to 12 children (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for indoor recreation facility at Kimberly Road and Meadowview Lane, with hours 7am-10pm (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for zoological center at 1485 Pole Line Road East (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for fire station on 200 block of Cheney Drive (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including August 24, 2021 minutes (4-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to review financial reports and administrative minutes. The body will consider a request to present selected art for a mural on the City Hall alley wall to the City Council for approval.

• Approval of August 2021 Financial Report and September 2021 Accounts Payable
• Request to present selected art for a mural on the City Hall alley wall to City Council

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a motion to present selected art for a mural on the alley wall of City Hall to the City Council for approval. The board also approved the consent calendar, including minutes, financial report, and accounts payable. No other substantive decisions were made; reports were informational only.

• Approved consent calendar: August 9 minutes, August financial report, September accounts payable (7-0)
• Approved mural art concept and artist for City Hall alley wall, to be presented to City Council (7-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to decide on Certificates of Appropriateness for three properties. The body will also discuss a sign project and various grant-funded projects.

• Signage request for 123 6th Avenue South (PZ21-0134)
• Canopy installation request for 203 5th Avenue South (PZ21-0139)
• Stair replacement request for Twin Falls County Court House at 425 Shoshone Street North (PZ21-0143)
• Discussion on Friends of the Avenues Sign Project
• Discussion on grant projects including a virtual tour and Roberson Hotel interpretive sign

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved three Certificates of Appropriateness: signage at 123 6th Avenue South, a canopy at 203 5th Avenue South, and stair replacement at 425 Shoshone Street North. The commission also discussed the Friends of the Avenues sign project and grant opportunities, with no final decisions on those items.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 123 6th Avenue South (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for canopy at 203 5th Avenue South (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for stair replacement at 425 Shoshone Street North (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including August 16, 2021 minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the addition of an impact fee study to the Comprehensive Plan and a Zoning Title Amendment to recodify impact fees. The body will also consider a boiler procurement contract and funding for pickleball courts.

• Public hearing on adding the Twin Falls Impact Fee Study and Capital Improvements Plan to the Comprehensive Plan (PZ21-0099)
• Public hearing on Zoning Title Amendment to repeal City Code Title 10 Chapter 18 and amend Title 10 Chapter 12 Section 3-11 (PZ21-0100)
• Award of Twin Falls Boiler Procurement to J. Wilcox Sales Co.
• Re-allocation of capital improvement funds for Phase II of pickleball courts
• Requests for Read & Treat and Canyon Rim Classic Soccer Tournament events

The Twin Falls City Council approved the Consent Calendar, awarded the boiler procurement to J. Wilcox Sales Co. for $244,650 plus contingencies, and re-allocated capital improvement funds for Phase II of the pickleball courts. The council also approved an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan adding the Impact Fee Study and Capital Improvements Plan as Appendix A, and approved a zoning title amendment to recodify impact fees. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including the August 30, 2021 minutes, accounts payable, and event requests.
• Awarded the Twin Falls Boiler Procurement to J. Wilcox Sales Co. for $244,650.00 plus contingencies.
• Approved re-allocating capital improvement funds to complete Phase II of the pickleball courts.
• Approved amending the Comprehensive Plan to add the Impact Fee Study and Capital Improvements Plan as Appendix A.
• Approved the zoning title amendment to repeal and recodify impact fees and amend parks/stormwater code.
• Adjourned to executive session to consider personnel matters, then returned for public hearings.

Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556

The City of Twin Falls is meeting with the Executive Board of the Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556. The purpose is to continue discussions on negotiation items for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021.

• Negotiations for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021

URA Downtown Arts Subcommittee

The Urban Renewal Agency Downtown Arts Subcommittee is meeting to discuss building wall murals. The discussion focuses on the Historic District Guidelines.

• Discussion regarding Building Wall Mural - Historic District Guidelines

The Downtown Arts Subcommittee selected the alley wall of City Hall as the new location for a building mural, after staff recommended denying a Certificate of Appropriateness for the original site in the Downtown Historic District. The subcommittee voted unanimously to notify the Urban Renewal Board and City of Twin Falls of the new location and recommend the art selected. Staff will present the mural to the City Council for approval on September 20th.

• Selected City Hall alley wall as mural location (unanimous)
• Recommended art for mural to Urban Renewal Board and City Council
• Moved mural away from Downtown Historic District building

Airport Advisory Board

The board will receive status updates on airport projects and lease renewals. Members will discuss planning for a 2023 Blue Angels Air show and an airfield tour in October.

• Discussion of planning for a 2023 Blue Angels Air show
• Informational update on the Motocross Project
• Informational update on the Reeder Lease Renewal
• Informational update on FAA and Utility Project
• Discussion of an Airport Board Airfield Tour in October

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is meeting to review a presentation on decorative wraps for city electrical boxes. The body will also discuss the commission budget, Imagination Alley, and a Spanish version of a community survey.

• Action item: Presentation for Electrical Box Decorative Wraps in the City
• Discussion: Imagination Alley
• Discussion: Commission budget
• Informational: Community Survey (Spanish version)

The Twin Falls Public Art Commission held a special meeting on September 7, 2021, approving the August 3, 2021 minutes. They discussed the Spanish community survey, which had received 6 responses, and considered electrical box decorative wraps, but took no action on the wraps. The commission also discussed public art maintenance, budget, and future projects, including Imagination Alley, without making formal decisions.

• Approved consent calendar including August 3, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Discussed Spanish community survey; no formal action, survey remains open
• Discussed electrical box decorative wraps; no action taken
• Discussed public art maintenance, budget, and future projects; no decisions made

General

The City of Twin Falls is meeting with the Executive Board of the Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556. The purpose is to continue discussions on negotiation items for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021.

• Negotiations for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021

Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from July 1, 2021. Members will discuss upcoming events and receive updates from the LatinX/Refugee and LGBTQ+ workgroups.

• Approval of July 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of upcoming events
• Update from LatinX/Refugee Workgroup
• Update from LGBTQ+ Workgroup

URA Downtown Arts Subcommittee

The Urban Renewal Agency Downtown Arts Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential projects. The body will also consider approving the minutes from the July 15, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of July 15, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of potential projects

The Downtown Arts Subcommittee approved the July 15, 2021 minutes and unanimously approved paying the selected mural artist a flat $15,000. The committee also discussed the wall mural artist agreement, deciding on a one-year warranty and that the artist is responsible for fixing workmanship or material issues. The draft agreement will be shared with the building owner, URA Board, and artist for review. For the Art Recognition Board, the committee preferred a non-illuminated sign (quoted at $2,672) with a maximum size of 16 sq. ft., but the location is not finalized.

• Approved the July 15, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Approved paying the selected mural artist $15,000 flat, unanimously.
• Decided the wall mural artist agreement will include a one-year warranty, with the artist responsible for fixing workmanship/material issues.
• Preferred the non-illuminated Art Recognition Board cabinet (quoted at $2,672) over the illuminated option.

General

The scheduled meeting for the Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure and land acquisitions. This includes a hardware and software upgrade for city radios and the purchase of real property in the Snake River Canyon.

• Avtec Scout hardware and software upgrade for $78,840
• Purchase of real property in the Snake River Canyon northwest of the waste water treatment plant
• Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for Canyon Village No. 3 Subdivision Final Plat
• Improvement Agreement for Sun West Subdivision No. 2
• Sole source resolution for Avtec, LLC radio hardware

The Twin Falls City Council approved Resolution #R-2021-014 declaring Avtec, LLC as the sole source for radio hardware, and approved the Avtec Scout hardware and software upgrade and installation for a total cost of $78,840. The council also approved the purchase of real property in the Snake River Canyon for $50,000 from Park Impact Fees. The consent calendar was approved, including accounts payable, minutes, and subdivision items. The meeting adjourned to executive session, which was canceled.

• Approved Consent Calendar as presented (4-0, Reid abstained)
• Approved Resolution #R-2021-014 declaring Avtec, LLC sole source for radio hardware (5-0)
• Approved Avtec Scout hardware and software upgrade and installation for $78,840 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of real property in Snake River Canyon for $50,000 from Park Impact Fees (5-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The board is meeting to convene and then adjourn for a field trip. The tour will cover geographic areas within the city, including existing revenue allocation areas. No business, deliberations, or decisions will be conducted during the tour.

• Field tour of geographic areas and existing revenue allocation areas

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on two special use permits. These requests involve the expansion of a school and the establishment of an automotive service facility.

• Special Use Permit request for school/daycare expansion at 308 Falls Avenue West (PZ21-0107)
• Special Use Permit request for automobile and truck service/repair with indoor paint facility at 1188 Latitude Circle (PZ21-0108)

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a special use permit for CSI Head Start to expand its school/daycare at 308 Falls Avenue West, with staff recommendations. It also unanimously approved a special use permit for Cross Development Acquisition, LLC to operate an automobile and truck service/repair facility with an indoor commercial paint facility at 1188 Latitude Circle. Both approvals were made without public input during the hearings.

• Approved special use permit for CSI Head Start expansion at 308 Falls Avenue West (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for auto/truck repair and indoor paint facility at 1188 Latitude Circle (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including August 10, 2021 minutes (4-0-1)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt the FY 2022 budget and a resolution regarding $251,803 in forgone revenue. The body will also consider several contracts, subdivision plats, and a police department annual report.

• Public hearing on the FY 2021 Budget and adoption of the FY 2022 Appropriations Ordinance
• Public hearing and resolution for $251,803 of Forgone Revenue for FY 2022
• Five-year contract renewal with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body worn cameras totaling $484,320
• Contract award to Merit Professional Coatings for Waste Water Treatment Plant Digester Lining Replacement
• Final Plat for Canyon Village Subdivision No.3 (PZ21-0135)

The Twin Falls City Council approved the FY2022 appropriations ordinance and a resolution to include $251,803 in forgone revenue, both by 7-0 votes. They also approved a $484,320 sole-source contract for Axon body-worn cameras, a $379,766 contract for wastewater treatment plant digester lining, and several other items. The meeting included a police annual report presentation and public comments on road safety.

• Adopted FY2022 appropriations ordinance O-2021-015 (7-0)
• Adopted resolution 2021-013 including $251,803 forgone revenue in FY2022 budget (7-0)
• Approved sole source resolution 2021-012 for Axon body-worn cameras, $484,320 (7-0)
• Awarded contract to Merit Professional Coatings for digester lining replacement, $379,766 (7-0)
• Approved non-conforming building expansion waiver at 343 Martin Street (7-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of Camille Barigar to Public Art Commission (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent calendar including final plat for Canyon Village Subdivision No.3, Rim 2 Rim event, and naming Auger Falls skills park (7-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Commission will meet to decide on rankings for project proposals. The body will also discuss and receive information regarding lobby photo displays and commission presentations.

• Action item: Project Proposal - Rankings
• Discussion: Lobby Photo Display - Before & After
• Informational item: Lobby Photo Display - Idaho Women of Influence
• Informational item: Historic Preservation Commission Power Point Presentation
• Informational item: Certificate of Appropriateness Power Point Presentation

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission met on August 16, 2021, and approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from the August 2 meeting, by a unanimous 4-0 vote. No certificates of appropriateness were considered. The commission discussed project rankings, prioritizing virtual walking tours and design guidelines, and reviewed lobby photo displays. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent calendar approval.

• Approved consent calendar including August 2, 2021 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a continued discussion regarding the tentative budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The body will also consider several action items related to city events and zoning applications.

• Tentative Budget for the 2021-2022 Fiscal Year
• Parks in Lieu application for Breckenridge Subdivision, #2 (PZ21-0098)
• Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for Glanbia Extra Height Application
• Approval of Vintage Car Show, Corn Hole Tournament, and 9th Annual Haunted Swamp events
• Accounts Payable for August 5-11, 2021

The Twin Falls City Council approved the consent calendar unanimously (7-0), which included accounts payable, a parks-in-lieu application for Breckenridge Subdivision, findings for the Glanbia Extra Height application, and event permits. The council continued discussing the tentative 2021-2022 budget, with members debating project options like sidewalks, dog parks, and road improvements, but no final budget decision was made. Public input included a citizen's comments on Kabul and mask mandates, but no action was taken.

• Approved consent calendar (7-0), including accounts payable, parks-in-lieu for Breckenridge Subdivision, Glanbia findings, and event permits
• Continued budget discussion for 2021-2022 fiscal year; no vote taken
• Adjourned to executive session (7-0) for personnel evaluation

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is reviewing requests to name the Auger Falls skills park and the trailhead parking at Eastland and Poleline. The body is also considering recommendations for two Parks in Lieu applications for the Breckenridge Subdivision.

• Request to name Auger Falls skills park the 'Viki Le Fevre Mountain Bike Skills Park'
• Parks in Lieu application for Breckenridge Subdivision, #1 (PZ21-0097)
• Parks in Lieu application for Breckenridge Subdivision, #2 (PZ21-0098)
• Naming of trailhead parking at the corner of Eastland and Poleline

The commission approved a request to name the Auger Falls skills park the "Viki Le Fevre Mountain Bike Skills Park" and accepted in-lieu park contributions for two Breckenridge Subdivision developments. The naming request met the significant donation criteria and included next-of-kin approval. The in-lieu contributions were approved with a recommendation that City Council review the appraisal discrepancy between the two subdivisions. Discussion on naming the trailhead at Eastland and Poleline was tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved naming Auger Falls skills park 'Viki Le Fevre Mountain Bike Skills Park' (7-0)
• Approved in-lieu contribution for Breckenridge Subdivision #1, with recommendation to City Council on appraisal discrepancy (7-0)
• Approved in-lieu contribution for Breckenridge Subdivision #2 (6-0)
• Tabled discussion of trailhead naming at Eastland and Poleline
• Tabled commission orientation on TEAMS

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a preliminary plat for a seven-lot subdivision. The body will also consider recommendations to City Council regarding the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Title amendments to manage development impact fees.

• Preliminary plat for Federation Point ZDA Subdivision (7 lots) at 2104 Washington Street North
• Proposed addition of Twin Falls Impact Fee Study and Capital Improvements Plan to the Comprehensive Plan
• Proposed Zoning Title Amendment to repeal City Code Title 10 Chapter 18: Impact Fees
• Proposed amendment to Title 10 Chapter 12 Section 3-11: Parks and Stormwater Retention/Detention
• Rescheduled Special Use Permit for in-home daycare at 396 April Avenue

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the preliminary plat for the Federation Point ZDA Subdivision, a 10.69-acre, seven-lot development at 2104 Washington Street North, with staff recommendations. The commission also unanimously recommended that City Council adopt the Twin Falls Impact Fee Study and Capital Improvements Plan as an appendix to the Comprehensive Plan, and repeal and recodify impact fee code, including changes to park and stormwater regulations. A special use permit for an in-home daycare was rescheduled by the applicant.

• Approved preliminary plat for Federation Point ZDA Subdivision (6-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Impact Fee Study and Capital Improvements Plan (6-0)
• Recommended City Council repeal Title 10 Chapter 18 and amend park/stormwater code (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including July 13, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is holding a public hearing to adopt the FY2021-22 budget. The body will also consider a contract for drainage improvements and receive an update on the Children's Museum.

• Resolution No. 2021-05 to adopt a budget of $10,638,042
• Bid proposal from REG Contracting, Inc. for $33,176.00 for 2nd Avenue Breezeway Drainage Improvements
• Presentation regarding Children's Museum update

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the FY2021-22 budget of $10,638,042 via Resolution No. 2021-05, with no public comments. They also approved a $33,176 bid from REG Contracting for 2nd Avenue Breezeway drainage improvements, including a 15% contingency. The consent calendar, including July minutes and financial reports, was approved. Chair Ashenbrener recused himself from parking structure discussions due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved FY2021-22 budget of $10,638,042 (6-0)
• Approved $33,176 bid from REG Contracting for drainage improvements with 15% contingency (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar: July 12 minutes, July financial report, August accounts payable (6-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for exempt records (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt a tentative fiscal year budget and hold public hearings on city fee increases and a building height request. Members will also consider an FAA grant for the Magic Valley Regional Airport.

• Adoption of the 2021-2022 Tentative Budget in the amount of $69,464,941
• Public hearing on fee and rate increases for the City of Twin Falls
• Request for additional building height for a new silo at 236 Washington Street South
• Consideration of an FAA American Rescue Plan Grant for Magic Valley Regional Airport
• Approval of Magic Valley Brewing LLC Alcohol License

The Twin Falls City Council adopted the tentative FY 2021-2022 budget of $69,464,941 and set a public hearing for August 23, 2021. The council also approved an FAA grant of $1,253,363 for the Magic Valley Regional Airport, adopted a resolution to use foregone levying authority, and approved fee and rate increases. All votes were 6-0.

• Adopted tentative FY 2021-22 budget of $69,464,941 (6-0)
• Approved FAA American Rescue Plan grant of $1,253,363 for airport (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-011 to use foregone levying authority (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-010 for fee and rate increases (6-0)
• Approved additional building height for silo at 236 Washington St S (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, payments, and event permits (6-0)
• Adjourned to executive session for personnel matter (6-0)

Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556

The City of Twin Falls is meeting with the Executive Board of the Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556. The body is continuing discussions on negotiation items for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021.

• Negotiations for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021

General

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for August 4, 2021, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

Airport Advisory Board

The Magic Valley Airport Advisory Board will meet to elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman for October 2021. The board will also receive updates on airport utilities, the Master Plan, and air service.

• Annual Board Election for Chairman and Vice-Chairman positions
• AIP & Utility Project update by JUB Engineers
• Master Plan update discussion
• Motocross Track and Air Service updates
• Presentation by Reeder Flying Service regarding future facility improvements

The Magic Valley Airport Advisory Board met on August 3, 2021, and approved the June 1, 2021 meeting minutes. The board discussed updates on the AIP and utility project, master plan, motocross track, and air service, and considered items including a county seat application, annual board elections, and a presentation by Reeder Flying Service on future facility improvements. No final decisions were made on these latter items.

• Approved June 1, 2021 Airport Board Meeting Minutes

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission will meet to discuss the results of a public art survey. The body is also scheduled to discuss the Imagination Alley concept.

• Review of Public Art Survey Results
• Discussion of Imagination Alley Concept
• Approval of July 6, 2021 meeting minutes

The Twin Falls County Public Art Commission met on August 3, 2021, and approved the consent calendar, including minutes from the July 6 meeting. The commission discussed results from a public art survey (809 responses), exploring priorities like fine art and performing arts in downtown, and potential locations including Urban Renewal Agency areas. They also discussed the budget, noting $6,400 for FY 2021 and FY 2022, with about $60,000 available, and tabled the Imagination Alley concept for a future meeting.

• Approved consent calendar including July 6, 2021 minutes (6-0)
• Tabled Imagination Alley concept for future meeting

Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556

The City of Twin Falls and the Executive Board of the Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556 are meeting to continue discussions on negotiation items. These talks concern the Collective Bargaining Agreement, which expires on September 30, 2021.

• Negotiations for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021

Historic Preservation Committee

The commission will discuss a project coordination action plan timeline and provide updates on CEG and CLG grants. The meeting also includes the introduction of Commissioner Lisa Buddecke.

• Discussion of Project Coordination Action Plan Timeline
• CEG Grant update and discussion
• CLG Grant update and discussion
• Approval of July 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission approved the consent calendar, including the July 12, 2021 minutes, by a 5-0 vote. No certificates of appropriateness were considered. The commission discussed a project coordination action plan, including timelines and grant processes, and scheduled a digital repository for the next agenda.

• Approved consent calendar including July 12, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Discussed project coordination action plan and timelines
• Scheduled digital repository for HPC to next agenda

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the recommended FY 2022 budget and a financial overview of the third quarter of fiscal year 2020-2021. Members will also consider an ordinance to increase compensation for the Mayor and City Council.

• Recommended Budget for FY 2022 presentation
• Ordinance to increase compensation plan for the Mayor and City Council
• Memorandum of understanding with Twin Falls County regarding building department permitting
• Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for Vista Rim Townhomes, ZDA Final Plat
• Approval of the Twin Falls Old Town Criterium

The Twin Falls City Council approved a 10% compensation increase for the Mayor and City Council effective 2022, passing Ordinance 2021-014 by a 6-1 vote. The council also approved a memorandum of understanding with Twin Falls County regarding building department permitting (7-0) and received a presentation on the FY 2022 recommended budget. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including accounts payable and the Vista Rim Townhomes final plat.

• Approved 10% compensation increase for Mayor and City Council for 2022 (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-014 on third reading by title only (6-1)
• Approved memorandum of understanding with Twin Falls County for building department permitting (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including accounts payable, minutes, Vista Rim Townhomes final plat, and Old Town Criterium (7-0)

General

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 27, 2021, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the City Manager’s recommended budget for FY 2022. The body is also deciding on a community development action plan and a residential plat approval.

• Presentation of the City Manager’s Recommended Budget for FY 2022
• Public hearing for approval of the 2021 CDBG Action Plan
• Approval of the Final Plat for the Vista Rim Townhomes (PZ21-0114)
• Appointment of Lisa Buddecke and re-appointment of Doug Baughman to the Historic Preservation Commission
• Approval of the First Federal Paper Rock Scissors Tournament

The Twin Falls City Council approved the consent calendar, confirmed two Historic Preservation Commission appointments, received the City Manager's recommended FY 2022 budget presentation, and approved the 2021 CDBG Action Plan. All votes were unanimous (6-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar including July 19 minutes, accounts payable, Vista Rim Townhomes final plat, and First Federal Paper Rock Scissors Tournament (6-0)
• Confirmed Lisa Buddecke appointment and Doug Baughman re-appointment to Historic Preservation Commission (6-0)
• Approved 2021 CDBG Action Plan (6-0)

Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556

The City of Twin Falls is meeting with the Executive Board of the Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556. The body will continue discussions on negotiation items for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021.

• Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations

General

The meeting scheduled for July 19, 2021, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the City Manager’s Recommended Budget for FY 2022. The body is also considering several subdivision applications and requests to hold community events.

• Parks In-Lieu application for Federation Point Subdivision at 211 Federation Road
• Parks In-Lieu application for Kenyon Meadow Subdivision at 1500 & 1600 blocks of Kenyon Road South
• Improvement and Trust Agreements for Vista Rim Townhomes Subdivision
• Requests to hold National Night Out, Arts in the Park, and other community events
• Presentation of the City Manager’s Recommended Budget for FY 2022

The Twin Falls City Council approved the consent calendar in two votes, with items (a-i & k) passing 5-0 and item (j) passing 4-0 with one abstention. The council also received a presentation on the City Manager's Recommended Budget for FY 2022, which included department proposals and discussions on capital projects and council compensation. No public hearings were held, and the meeting adjourned to executive session.

• Approved consent calendar items (a-i & k) as presented, 5-0.
• Approved consent calendar item (j) as presented, 4-0, with Council Member Barigar abstaining.
• Heard presentation on City Manager's Recommended Budget for FY 2022, including department proposals and discussions.
• Adjourned to executive session under Idaho Code 74-206(1)(b), (c), and (f), 5-0.

URA Downtown Arts Subcommittee

The Urban Renewal Agency Downtown Arts Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential projects. The body will also consider approving the minutes from the June 22, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of June 22, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of potential projects

The Downtown Arts Subcommittee unanimously approved the June 22, 2021 minutes. It discussed the Wall Mural Project, with the city attorney to finalize the Call to Artists and Artist Agreement. The south wall of the Downtown Commons restroom building was recommended for the Art Recognition Board, with a Lytle Signs proposal to come next meeting. No final decisions were made on these projects.

• Approved the June 22, 2021 minutes unanimously
• Recommended the south wall of the Downtown Commons restroom building for the Art Recognition Board
• Discussed the Wall Mural Project, with final text to be prepared by staff
• Noted a mural in Downtown Commons was vandalized, with a patch estimate pending

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to provide recommendations on park-in-lieu applications for Kenyon Meadows and Federation Point Subdivision. The body will also discuss the naming of a trailhead parking area and the removal of a tree.

• Request to remove tree at 504 5th Ave. North
• Parks in Lieu application for Kenyon Meadows
• Parks in Lieu application for Federation Point Subdivision
• Naming of trailhead parking at the corner of Eastland and Poleline

The Twin Falls Parks and Recreation Commission approved two Parks in Lieu applications, allowing developers to pay cash instead of donating park land. Kenyon Meadows will pay $70,000 for a 1.03-acre requirement, and Federation Point Subdivision will pay $159,025.79 for a 1.09-acre requirement. Both motions passed, with one abstention on the Federation Point item due to a conflict of interest. The commission also approved the consent calendar, including minutes and tree removal, and tabled two items for lack of time.

• Approved consent calendar including June 15, 2021 minutes and removal of tree at 504 5th Ave. North (5-0)
• Approved Parks in Lieu application for Kenyon Meadows with $70,000 in-lieu contribution (4-0, 1 no response)
• Approved Parks in Lieu application for Federation Point Subdivision with $159,025.79 in-lieu contribution (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled commission orientation on TEAMS for future meeting
• Tabled discussion of trailhead parking naming at Eastland and Poleline for future meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on three land-use requests. These include a height variance for a silo and two special use permits for a preschool and a vehicle sales business.

• Request to remove hours of operation condition for preschool at 1061 Eastland Drive North (PZ21-0067)
• Request for additional building height for a new silo at 236 Washington Street South for Glanbia Nutritionals (PZ21-0076)
• Request for Special Use Permit for vehicle sales and equipment rental at 299 Addison Avenue West for K Hardware Inc. (PZ21-0078)

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission approved three items: removing the hours-of-operation condition from a preschool's special use permit, recommending approval of a taller silo for Glanbia Nutritionals, and granting a special use permit for vehicle sales and equipment rental. All votes were unanimous (4-0). The consent calendar, including June 8 minutes, was also approved (3-0-1).

• Approved removal of preschool hours condition at Amazing Grace Fellowship (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 74-ft silo height for Glanbia Nutritionals (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for vehicle sales/equipment rental at 299 Addison Ave W (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including June 8, 2021 minutes (3-0-1)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to elect officers and review a proposed preliminary budget. The body will also consider scheduling a public hearing for August 9 to gather input on the budget.

• Proposed preliminary budget of $10,638,042
• Annual election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Scheduling of public hearing for August 9

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a preliminary budget of $10,638,042 and scheduled a public hearing for August 9, 2021. Officers were re-elected unanimously. The agency also approved consent items and discussed property updates.

• Adopted preliminary budget of $10,638,042 and scheduled public hearing for August 9 (5-0)
• Re-elected Rudy Ashenbrener as Chair, Andy Hohwieler as Vice-Chair, Dan Brizee as Secretary (5-0)
• Approved June 14 minutes, June 2021 financial report, and July 2021 accounts payable (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission will decide on a Certificate of Appropriateness for a sign at 106 Main Avenue North. The body will also discuss several grant opportunities and photo displays for local buildings.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for a sign at 106 Main Avenue North (Fox Floral)
• Community Enhancement Grant (CEG) action item
• Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant discussion
• Idaho Heritage Trust discussion
• Idaho Humanities Council Grant discussion

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new sign at 106 Main Avenue North (Fox Floral), with staff-recommended conditions. The commission also approved the consent calendar, including minutes from June 21, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were discussions and action items for future meetings.

• Approved Consent Calendar including June 21, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for sign at 106 Main Avenue North c/o Fox Floral (PZ21-0094) with staff conditions (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the City Manager's recommended budget for FY 2022. The body is also considering a land annexation and fire department training equipment purchases.

• Presentation of the City Manager’s Recommended Budget for FY 2022
• Request to approve a $100,000.00 grant from Twin Falls Rural Fire District for fire department training systems
• Ordinance #O-2021-012 for the annexation of 11.98 (+/-) acres at Harrison Street South and Clinton Drive
• Approval of alcohol licenses for Video Mexico of Twin Falls LLC and Craftsman Unlimited Haircuts, LLC
• Approval of Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for the Claret Subdivision Final Plat

The Twin Falls City Council approved a $100,000 grant from the Twin Falls Rural Fire District for fire training systems and props, and authorized the purchase of a training tower and props from Drager Inc. for the Jim Bieri Regional Fire Training Center. The council also adopted Ordinance #O-2021-012 to annex 11.98 acres at Harrison Street South and Clinton Drive, with Mayor Hawkins abstaining. The FY 2022 budget was presented for discussion, but no vote was taken.

• Approved $100,000 grant from Twin Falls Rural Fire District for fire training systems and props (5-0)
• Approved purchase of training tower and props from Drager Inc for Jim Bieri Regional Fire Training Center (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #O-2021-012 annexing 11.98 acres at Harrison Street South and Clinton Drive (4-0, Mayor Hawkins abstained)
• Approved Consent Calendar including accounts payable, minutes, alcohol licenses, and event permits (5-0)

General

The meeting scheduled for July 7, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding public hearing procedures.

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is meeting to approve and deploy a community and stakeholder survey. The body will also discuss its interface with the Urban Renewal Agency and Imagination Alley.

• Approval and deployment of community and stakeholder survey
• Discussion of Urban Renewal Agency interface
• Discussion of Imagination Alley interface
• Approval of May 4, 2021 meeting minutes

The Public Art Commission approved the consent calendar, including the May 4, 2021 minutes, and approved the community and stakeholder survey after discussion. They also discussed the Urban Renewal Agency interface, including $30,000 in seed money for projects by Dennis Bowyer and Leon Smith, and heard about a Community Enhancement Grant from the Historic Preservation Committee.

• Approved the consent calendar, including the May 4, 2021 minutes, 5-0.
• Approved the community and stakeholder survey, 5-0.

Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss upcoming events. The agenda includes updates from the LatinX/Refugee and LGBTQ+ workgroups.

• Approval of May 19, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update from LatinX/Refugee Workgroup
• Update from LGBTQ+ Workgroup

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new ordinance regarding service sales in city parks and the redemption of a 2010 water bond. The body is also considering appointments to the Urban Renewal Agency Board of Commissioners and naming two facilities at the regional fire training center.

• Ordinance Number 2021-013 to prohibit sale of services in city parks and facilities without approval
• Redemption of the 2010 water bond issuance
• Waiving building permit and plan review fees for Magic Valley High School entrance remodel at 512 Main Ave N
• Appointments to the Twin Falls Urban Renewal Agency Board of Commissioners
• Naming of the Jim Bieri Regional Fire Training Facility and Fred Walker Pavilion

The Twin Falls City Council approved Ordinance 2021-013, prohibiting the sale of services in city parks and facilities without approval from the park's director, after suspending rules to pass it on final reading. The council also approved reappointments to the Urban Renewal Agency board, including waiving a residency requirement, and authorized redemption of the 2010 water bond. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including naming the new regional fire training facility the 'Jim Bieri Regional Fire Training Facility' and a pavilion the 'Fred Walker Pavilion'
• Approved reappointment of Andy Hohwieler and appointment of Dave McAlindin and JJ McBride to the Urban Renewal Agency Board, waiving residency for McBride
• Approved resolution R-2021-009 to authorize staff to redeem the 2010 water bond issuance
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-013 prohibiting sale of services in city parks without park director approval
• Received presentation on FAA Airport Master Plan Update; no action taken
• Received update on Hankins Road South Project; no action taken

General

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for June 22, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556

The City of Twin Falls is meeting with the Executive Board of the Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556 to continue discussions on negotiation items for the Collective Bargaining Agreement, which expires on September 30, 2021. The meeting is scheduled for June 22, 2021, at City Hall.

• Continue negotiations on Collective Bargaining Agreement items
• Agreement expires September 30, 2021

URA Downtown Arts Subcommittee

The Urban Renewal Agency Downtown Arts Subcommittee is meeting to review potential projects. The body will also consider approving the minutes from June 2, 2021.

• Approval of June 2, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of potential projects

The subcommittee approved the June 2, 2021 minutes unanimously. The mural project is on hold pending draft agreements from attorneys, with the Call to Artists to be finalized by Carolyn and Mike. The recognition board project is still in discussion, with potential grant options for flyer printing costs.

• Approved June 2, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Mural project deferred pending attorney draft agreements
• Dennis to communicate with building owners on mural project
• Carolyn and Mike to continue drafting Call to Artists

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness for a sign. The body will also discuss grants and commission member terms.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for a sign at 161 6th Avenue East (St. Edwards Church, PZ21-0088)
• Discussion regarding CEG & CLG Grants
• Review of Commission Member Terms

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new sign at 161 6th Avenue East (St. Edward's Church), with conditions that the sign not exceed the height of the existing sign and not cover the building's keystone. The commission also approved the consent calendar, including minutes from May 17, 2021. No other formal decisions were made; grant updates and member terms were discussed only.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including minutes from May 17, 2021, by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a sign at 161 6th Avenue East (St. Edward's Church) with conditions on height and keystone visibility, by a 5-0 vote.

City Council

The City Council will review contracts for airport water, sewer, and power line installations. The body is also deciding on a final plat for the Claret Subdivision and an improvement agreement for Canyon Village Subdivision No. 3.

• Final Plat for Claret Subdivision (8 lots, 1.81 acres) on west side of Harrison Street South
• Improvement Agreement for Canyon Village Subdivision No. 3
• Contract with Idaho Materials & Construction for Airport Water & Sewer Installation Project
• Contract with Idaho Power for Power Line Installation in Airport’s N.E. Development Area
• Partnership for Success Law Enforcement grant

The Twin Falls City Council approved several items, including a $264,499 contract with Idaho Materials & Construction for the Airport Water & Sewer Installation Project, plus a 20% contingency. They also accepted a $32,450.97 Partnership for Success Law Enforcement grant, approved a $72,108 contract with Idaho Power for a power line installation, and approved the consent calendar. A zoning application fee discussion was held but no decision was made.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, accounts payable, alcohol license renewals, Jalisco Restaurant license, Claret Subdivision final plat, and Canyon Village Subdivision No. 3 improvement agreement (5-0)
• Accepted Partnership for Success Law Enforcement grant of $32,450.97 for drug interdiction and underage drinking prevention (5-0)
• Awarded bid and contract to Idaho Materials & Construction for Airport Water & Sewer Installation Project at $264,499 plus $52,890 contingency (5-0)
• Approved contract with Idaho Power for power line installation in Airport's N.E. Development Area at $72,108 (5-0)
• Discussed zoning application fees but took no action

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to decide on the naming of a regional fire training facility and a pavilion. The body will also discuss the naming of trailhead parking at Eastland and Poleline. Additional items include requests to remove trees on Taylor St.

• Request to name the new regional training facility the 'Jim Bieri Regional Fire Training Facility'
• Request to name a pavilion at the new training facility the 'Fred Walker Pavilion'
• Discussion of naming trailhead parking at the corner of Eastland and Poleline
• Request to remove a tree at 108 Taylor St.
• Request to remove a tree at 184 Taylor St.

The commission approved a request to name the new regional fire training facility the 'Jim Bieri Regional Fire Training Facility' and a pavilion the 'Fred Walker Pavilion', both with 8-0 votes. They also approved removing a tree at 108 Taylor Street (6-2) and approved the May 11, 2021 minutes with corrections. Discussion on naming the Preserve Trailhead parking was tabled.

• Approved consent calendar with item c only (tree removal at 184 Taylor St.) (9-0)
• Approved May 11, 2021 minutes with corrections (9-0)
• Approved tree removal at 108 Taylor Street (6-2)
• Approved naming new training facility 'Jim Bieri Regional Fire Training Facility' (8-0)
• Approved naming pavilion 'Fred Walker Pavilion' if plaque meets policy criteria (8-0)
• Tabled discussion on naming trailhead parking at Eastland and Poleline

City Council

The City Council will decide on a request for the Police Department to apply for a CHP grant to add four officer positions. The body is also considering a chip seal project and an annexation at Harrison St and Clinton St.

• Request to apply for CHP grant for four additional police officer positions
• 2021 Chip Seal Project (Zone1)
• Annexation of Harrison St and Clinton St intersection with R4 zoning
• Approval of 10th Annual Magic Valley Beer Festival and July 4 Fireworks Show
• Approval of Twin Falls Pride and Manejando Sin Miedo: La Lucha Sigue events

The City Council approved the 2021 Chip Seal Project (Zone 1), awarding the contract to Emery Inc. for $1,168,474.84 plus $280,000 from reserves for 14 miles of backlog. It also approved applying for the CHP grant and adding four police officer positions. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including several event permits and the annexation findings.

• Approved the 2021 Chip Seal Project (Zone 1) with contract to Emery Inc. for $1,168,474.84 plus $280,000 from reserves
• Approved application for CHP grant and four additional police officer positions
• Approved consent calendar including accounts payable, minutes, annexation findings, and event permits (Beer Festival, Manejando Sin Miedo, Library Bike Rodeo, Pride, 5k Fun Run, 4th of July Fireworks)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to review financial reports and consider funding for infrastructure improvements. The board will decide on utility upgrades for a specific property and a drainage contract.

• Request to spend up to $38,208.80 for alleyway utility upgrades at 129 Main Ave W
• Request to award the 3rd Avenue Alleyway Drainage Improvements construction contract to REG Contracting
• Approval of May 2021 Financial Report and June 2021 Accounts Payable

The Urban Renewal Agency approved awarding the 3rd Avenue Alleyway Drainage Improvements construction contract to REG Contracting for a maximum of $178,808.64, including a 20% contingency. The board also approved the consent calendar (minutes, financial report, accounts payable) and took no action on the alleyway utilities upgrade request. A certificate of appreciation was presented to outgoing members.

• Approved awarding the 3rd Avenue Alley Drainage Improvements contract to REG Contracting for a maximum of $178,808.64 (5-0).
• Approved the consent calendar: May 10, 2021 minutes, May 2021 Financial Report, and June 2021 accounts payable (6-0).
• Took no action on the request to spend up to $38,208.80 for alleyway utilities upgrade at 129 Main Ave W (no motion).
• Presented certificates of appreciation to Cindy Bond and Doug Vollmer for their service.

Urban Renewal Agency

The Budget Committee is holding a special meeting to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2021-22.

• Review of proposed FY2021-22 budget

The Urban Renewal Agency's budget committee met to review the proposed FY2021-22 budget estimates, introduced by Brent Hyatt. The committee discussed the estimates, but no formal decisions were made. Brent will present the final proposed budget to the board at its next regular meeting on July 12, 2021.

• Reviewed the proposed FY2021-22 budget estimates.
• Discussed the estimated budget; no formal action taken.
• Scheduled final budget presentation for July 12, 2021 board meeting.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The meeting scheduled for June 8, 2021, was canceled. Action items regarding meeting minutes and tree removals were moved to the June 15, 2021 meeting.

• Request to approve May 11, 2021 meeting minutes (moved to June 15)
• Request to remove tree at 108 Taylor St. (moved to June 15)
• Request to remove tree at 184 Taylor St. (moved to June 15)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review a subdivision request for townhomes. The body will also act on the approval of minutes from the May 11, 2021 meeting.

• Preliminary Plat for Vista Rim Townhomes Subdivision (PZ21-0062): 24 lots on 1.79 acres (+/-) on the north side of Canyon Crest Drive

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the preliminary plat for the Vista Rim Townhomes Subdivision, a 24-lot, 1.79-acre development on Canyon Crest Drive, with staff recommendations. The approval sets parameters for the final plat, which will later go to the City Council. No public comments were received during the hearing.

• Approved consent calendar including May 11, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Vista Rim Townhomes Subdivision, 24 lots on 1.79 acres (5-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission on June 7, 2021, has been cancelled. The agenda notes an upcoming informational meeting on Monday, January 21, 2021.

• Meeting cancellation for June 7, 2021

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council will discuss development priorities for the FY 2021-2022 budget. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding an annexation and zoning request for property at Harrison Street and Clinton Drive.

• Ordinance #O-2021-011 to change land use to Commercial at 2732 E 4100 N
• Annexation and zoning request for property at Harrison Street and Clinton Drive
• Improvement Agreement for Rose Russell Subdivision
• Three year staged deferral for paving at 169 Madrona Street
• Application for 'Learning and Earning/ARPA Grant' by Twin Falls Public Library

The Twin Falls City Council approved the annexation and R4 zoning for property at the Harrison Street and Clinton Drive Intersection on behalf of Eternal Life Christian Center, Inc. (PZ21-0028), with Mayor Hawkins recused. The council also adopted Ordinance #O-2021-011, changing the Future Land Use Map designation to Commercial for property at approximately 2732 E 4100 N, and approved the consent calendar, including an alcohol license and a paving deferral. No decisions were made on the FY 2021-2022 budget, which was discussed for council priorities.

• Approved annexation and R4 zoning for property at Harrison Street and Clinton Drive (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #O-2021-011 changing Future Land Use Map designation to Commercial for property at 2732 E 4100 N (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Rose Russell Subdivision improvement agreement, accounts payable, and alcohol license for Kathy's Table LLC (7-0)
• Approved application for Learning and Earning/ARPA Grant from Idaho Commission for Libraries (7-0)
• Accepted public right-of-way from Community Council of Idaho, Inc. (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on June 2, 2021, lacked a quorum, so no substantive decisions were made. The consent calendar, including approval of the May 11, 2021 minutes, was tabled to the next meeting. The commission heard a presentation on the Title 10 Code Rewrite Update and discussed planning and zoning's role in urban development.

• Tabled consent calendar, including May 11, 2021 minutes, due to no quorum
• Heard Title 10 Code Rewrite Update presentation (no action taken)

URA Downtown Arts Subcommittee

The subcommittee will meet to approve the May 11, 2021 minutes and hold a discussion regarding potential projects.

• Approval of May 11, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of potential projects

The subcommittee unanimously approved the May 11, 2021 minutes and the wording for the Idaho Dept. Store mural plaque, directing Tony to have it produced. They also discussed potential projects, including a recognition board, a mural project, and an alley art project, but took no further formal action. The recognition board and mural project are still in development, with more information needed before URA Board approval.

• Approved May 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved mural plaque text and production (unanimous)

General

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for May 25, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda contains no other business items.

Youth Council

The Twin Falls Youth Council is meeting to discuss several items. The agenda includes conversations regarding the 2021 AIC Annual Conference Youth and the conclusion of the Color Run.

• Discussion: 2021 AIC Annual Conference Youth
• Discussion: Signing Thank You Cards
• Discussion: Closing out the Color Run

City Council

The City Council will discuss potential agreements for e-scooter rentals and review presentations from Municipal Powers Outsource Grants applicants. The body is also deciding on a property donation for a new fire station and a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Future Land Use Map.

• Acceptance of property donation from Twin Falls Rural Fire District for Fire Station #2
• Alcohol License for Burnt Lemon Grill, LLC at 1040 Shoshone St. E.
• Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for Comprehensive Plan Amendment to modify Future Land Use Map
• Feedback on entering an agreement with a vendor for e-scooter rentals
• Special event permits for Shoshone Falls After Dark, Summer Solstice Youth Tri, Magic Valley Kid Market, Red White and Blue Electric BBQ, and Sippin’ at Sunset

The Twin Falls City Council approved five Municipal Powers Outsource Grants totaling $66,875 for Interlink Vol. Caregivers, LINC, Magic Valley Arts, Valley House, and Wellness Tree, and separately approved the YMCA grant. A motion to fund C Sport Nation failed in a 3-3 tie. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a special event permit extension for Shoshone Falls After Dark and a permit for the Red White and Blue Electric BBQ, and discussed but took no action on e-scooter rentals.

• Approved MPOG grants for Interlink Vol. Caregivers, LINC, Magic Valley Arts, Valley House, Wellness Tree (6-0)
• Approved YMCA MPOG grant (6-0)
• Denied C Sport Nation MPOG grant (3-3 tie)
• Approved consent calendar including Shoshone Falls After Dark permit extension and Red White and Blue Electric BBQ permit (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar items (a)-(h), (j), (k), (m) as presented (6-0)

Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556

The City of Twin Falls is meeting with the Executive Board of the Twin Falls Fire Fighters Local 1556. The purpose is to begin discussions on negotiation items for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021.

• Negotiations for the Collective Bargaining Agreement expiring September 30, 2021

Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The committee will discuss upcoming events and receive progress updates from the LatinX/Refugee and LGBTQ+ workgroups. The meeting also includes a request to approve the minutes from the February 17, 2021, meeting.

• Approval of February 17, 2021, Diversity & Inclusion minutes
• Discussion regarding upcoming events
• Update from LatinX/Refugee Workgroup
• Update from LGBTQ+ Workgroup

The Diversity and Inclusion Committee approved the February 17, 2021 minutes (4-0) and discussed upcoming events, including Magic Valley Pride Week (July 25-31) and the Pride Festival on July 31, with committee involvement ideas. Updates were given on the LGBTQ+ and LatinX/Refugee workgroups, including a cultural competence training for law enforcement on May 24-25 and a refugee greeting on June 15. No formal decisions were made on these discussions.

• Approved February 17, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Discussed Pride Festival events and committee involvement
• Discussed Transgender Day of Remembrance plans
• Discussed Western Days Parade participation
• Discussed refugee listening session and June 15 greeting
• Discussed cultural competence training for law enforcement
• Discussed potential booths at Refugee Day and Kermes Festival
• Discussed moving meeting date/time

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a luncheon with candidates for the City Engineer position. This is a candidate review session; no official city business or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Luncheon with City Engineer candidates

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will also discuss grant information regarding CEG and CLG.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for facade improvements at 250 Main Avenue North (PZ21-0059)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 162 Main Avenue North (PZ21-0061)
• Discussion of CEG Grant information
• Discussion of CLG Grant information

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved two Certificates of Appropriateness: one for facade improvements at 250 Main Avenue North and another for signage at 162 Main Avenue North. Both approvals were 4-0 votes. The commission also discussed grant updates and future grant ideas.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for facade improvements at 250 Main Avenue North (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 162 Main Avenue North (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including April 19, 2021 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change the land use designation of a property to Commercial. The body will also review accounts payable and receive updates on city ordinances and fire department personnel.

• Public hearing for Comprehensive Plan amendment to change 2732 E 4100 N from Town Neighborhood and Rural Residential to Commercial (PZ21-0019)
• Approval of Accounts Payable for April 6 - 12, 2021
• Review of Title 3, Chapter 14 regarding Transient Merchants, Vendors, Solicitors and Peddlers
• Recognition of three new Twin Falls Fire Department firefighters
• Recognition of the 2019 Fire Officer of the year

The Twin Falls City Council approved a recommendation to amend the Comprehensive Plan, changing the Future Land Use Map designation from Town Neighborhood and Rural Residential to Commercial for property at 2732 E 4100 N (PZ21-0019), with a 7-0 vote. The council also approved the consent calendar (accounts payable) unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included recognitions, a discussion on transient merchant regulations, and adjournment to executive session.

• Approved Comprehensive Plan amendment to Commercial for 2732 E 4100 N (7-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including Accounts Payable for April 6-12, 2021 (7-0)
• Adjourned to executive session to consider hiring a public officer (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review requests to remove trees at three different locations. The body will also consider a request to approve a bench donation from Kevin and Debbie Dane.

• Request to remove tree at 230 4th Ave. E.
• Request to remove tree at 1306 Poplar Ave.
• Request to remove trees at 138-198 4th Ave. E.
• Request to approve a bench donation from Kevin and Debbie Dane

The commission approved a request to remove trees at 138-198 4th Ave. E. for a development, with a condition requiring the applicant to plant 8 additional 15-gallon trees in the city at Parks' discretion. The motion passed 4 to 1, and the final approval passed 3 to 2. Other tree removal requests at 230 4th Ave. E. and 1306 Poplar Ave. were approved 6 to 0.

• Approved April 13, 2021 minutes with correction (6-0)
• Approved bench donation from Kevin and Debbie Dane (6-0)
• Approved tree removal at 230 4th Ave. E. (6-0)
• Approved tree removal at 1306 Poplar Ave. (6-0)
• Approved tree removal at 138-198 4th Ave. E. with condition of 8 additional 15-gallon trees (4-1)
• Final approval of tree removal request at 138-198 4th Ave. E. (3-2)

URA Downtown Arts Subcommittee

The Urban Renewal Agency Downtown Arts Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential projects. The body will also consider approving the minutes from the April 20, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of April 20, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of potential projects

The subcommittee approved the April 20, 2021 minutes and the text for a plaque to be added next to the mural on Claude Brown's wall. They discussed and advanced plans for an artist recognition board and a new mural project, with next steps assigned to members. No formal votes were recorded on these items beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved April 20, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved mural plaque text for Claude Brown's wall
• Advanced artist recognition board design with Lytle Signs; new draft to be presented next meeting
• Selected wall near Main Ave. W. and Gooding St. W. for next mural project; Call to Artists to be drafted

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a special use permit for a paint booth. The body will also conduct training regarding the Title 10 Code Rewrite.

• Special Use Permit request for a paint booth at the southeast corner of Wright Avenue and Eastland Drive South (PZ21-0039) for Black Pine Cabinets
• Discussion and training on Title 10 Code Rewrite

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission approved a special use permit for an indoor commercial paint booth at the southeast corner of Wright Avenue and Eastland Drive South, associated with Black Pine Cabinets. The permit was approved unanimously with conditions, including compliance with all local, state, and federal codes. The consent calendar was also approved, and a Title 10 code rewrite training was tabled.

• Approved special use permit for paint booth at Wright Ave & Eastland Dr S (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including April 27, 2021 minutes (5-0-1)
• Tabled Title 10 Code Rewrite training for future meeting

Urban Renewal Agency

The agency will review the April 2021 minutes and financial reports via the consent calendar. The meeting includes an informational discussion regarding financial considerations at the termination of Revenue Allocation Area 4-1.

• Approval of April 12, 2021 and April 29, 2021 minutes
• Approval of April 2021 Financial Report
• Approval of May 2021 Accounts Payable
• Information on Revenue Allocation Area 4-1 termination

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, including minutes and financial reports, with a 5-0 vote. The board discussed financial commitments before the end of Revenue Allocation Area 4-1, including up to $2M for a parking structure and $3M for a pretreatment facility purchase. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar (minutes, financial report, accounts payable) 5-0
• Discussed up to $2M commitment for additional public parking spaces in the 160 Main parking structure
• Noted $3M commitment for Pretreatment Facility purchase from City
• Volunteered Chair Ashenbrener for Budget Committee vacancy

Youth Council

The Twin Falls Youth Council is meeting to discuss the Color Run. The body will review updates regarding event logistics and promotion.

• Discussion of Color Run marketing and promotion
• Discussion of Color Run sponsors and vendors
• Discussion of Color Run materials and volunteers

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several infrastructure projects, including road work and airport funding. The body will also consider zoning changes and the vacation of platted easements.

• Award Hankins Road South Project to PMF, Inc. for $1,950,952.00 plus a $100,000 contingency
• Reciprocal transfer agreement of FAA AIP funding with Pocatello airport for $554,087.00
• Ordinance #O-2021-007 for zoning district change at the 500 block of Canyon Falls Drive
• Ordinance #O-2021-008 for vacation of platted easement at 2013 Rivercrest Drive
• Ordinance #O-2021-009 for vacation of platted easements in the 1000 W Block of Cheney Drive West

The Twin Falls City Council approved the Hankins Road South Project contract with PMF, Inc. for $1,950,952 plus a $100,000 contingency, with one council member voting against. The council also adopted three zoning and easement ordinances, approved an ADA curb ramp agreement with ITD, and approved several airport funding items. All other consent calendar items were approved unanimously.

• Awarded Hankins Road South Project to PMF, Inc. for $1,950,952 with $100,000 contingency (5-1)
• Adopted Ordinance O-2021-007 for zoning change at 500 block Canyon Falls Drive (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-2021-008 to vacate easements at 2013 Rivercrest Drive (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-2021-009 to vacate easements at 1000 W Block Cheney Drive West (6-0)
• Approved ADA Curb Ramp Program agreement with ITD, Resolution #2021-008 (6-0)
• Approved reciprocal transfer agreement with Pocatello airport for $544,087 (6-0)
• Approved FY2021 Category B airport capital item funding (6-0)
• Authorized Airport Manager to file new PFC application with FAA (6-0)

General

The scheduled meeting for the Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission on May 5, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda contains no items for decision or discussion.

Airport Advisory Board

The Magic Valley Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss FAA construction projects, the FAA Master Plan, and airport utility expansion. The board will also consider a request from Gregg Olsen to lease ground for a hangar.

• Request by Gregg Olsen for conditional approval to lease ground for a hangar in the N.E. development area
• Discussion of FAA Construction Projects by JUB Engineers
• Discussion of Airport Utility Expansion Project
• Discussion of FAA Master Plan Project
• Air Service Update

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is meeting to approve survey language for the public and community stakeholders. The body will also review a project proposal for Imagination Alley and discuss a partnership with the Urban Renewal Agency's Downtown Arts Subcommittee.

• Finalization of public and community stakeholder survey language
• Project proposal presentation for Imagination Alley
• Discussion on Urban Renewal Agency's Downtown Arts Subcommittee partnership
• Approval of April 6, 2021, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the April 6, 2021 minutes with a correction (6-0) and finalized the language for public and community stakeholder surveys. They also heard presentations on potential partnerships with the Urban Renewal Agency for downtown art projects and discussed a proposal for an Imagination Alley mural project, but no formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved April 6, 2021 minutes with name correction (6-0)
• Finalized language for public and community stakeholder surveys

City Council

The City Council is reviewing requests for park usage by New Journey Church Outreach and zoning amendments for sports shooting ranges. The body will also consider a donation for a skills track at Auger Falls Heritage Park and the CDBG Consolidated Plan.

• Ordinance #O-2021-010 to add Sports Shooting Range as a Special Use in C1, M1, and M2 districts
• Ordinance #O-2021-003C for the Vacation of Easements at 287 & 292 River Vista Place
• Request for New Journey Church Outreach to hold services in city parks from 5/9/2021 to 9/26/2021
• Donation from MaVTEC for a skills track installation at Auger Falls Heritage Park
• Approval of the final draft of the CDBG Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan

The Twin Falls City Council approved a zoning title amendment adding a definition for Sports Shooting Range and allowing it as a Special Use in C1, M1, and M2 districts. The council also approved a request from New Journey Church Outreach to hold church services in city parks from May 9 to September 26, 2021, and waived the Special Event Permit requirement. Additionally, the council adopted an ordinance to vacate easements at 287 & 292 River Vista Place, accepted a donation from MaVTEC for a skills track at Auger Falls Heritage Park, and approved the CDBG Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved zoning amendment for Sports Shooting Range as Special Use in C1, M1, M2 districts (6-0)
• Approved New Journey Church Outreach to hold services in city parks 5/9-9/26/2021 (6-0)
• Waived Special Event Permit requirement for New Journey Church Outreach (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #O-2021-003C to vacate easements at 287 & 292 River Vista Place (6-0)
• Approved donation from MaVTEC for skills track at Auger Falls Heritage Park (6-0)
• Approved final draft of CDBG Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including accounts payable and April 26 minutes (6-0)

Impact Fee and Improvement Reimbursement Committee

The Impact Fee Advisory Committee and Improvement Reimbursement Commission are meeting to review administrative items. The primary focus is a potential recommendation to the City Council regarding the Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan.

• Potential action on Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan Update Recommendation to City Council
• Approval of March 25, 2021 meeting minutes

The Twin Falls Development Impact Fee Advisory Committee unanimously approved forwarding a positive recommendation to the City Council for the Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan Update, including corresponding fees, as presented. The plan covers police, fire, parks, and streets categories, with changes such as a $90 decrease in police impact fees per residential unit and a shift from park dedication to park impact fees. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included approval of the consent calendar and minutes from the prior meeting.

• Approved consent calendar including March 25, 2021 minutes (6-0)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council for Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan Update with corresponding fees (6-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is holding a special meeting to discuss visioning for future urban renewal areas. No other decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of visioning for future urban renewal areas

The Urban Renewal Agency held a special meeting to discuss the visioning process for future urban renewal areas, outlining a three-step approach: capacity building, a field trip, and discussion of the next geographic area. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with the next vision meeting scheduled as a tour.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational
• Adopted term 'Allocation Area' for future areas
• Scheduled next vision meeting as a tour

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to recommend a zoning district for property at Harrison Street and Clinton Drive. The body will also consider a special use permit for an indoor recreation facility.

• Zoning district recommendation for annexed property at Harrison Street and Clinton Drive (PZ21-0028)
• Special Use Permit request for an indoor recreation facility at 170 South Park Avenue (PZ21-0032)
• Approval of April 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended that City Council approve R4 zoning for a 12-acre property at Harrison Street and Clinton Drive, proposed for annexation and a future multi-family subdivision. The Commission also unanimously approved a Special Use Permit for an indoor Nerf gun arena (Blast Masters) at 170 South Park Avenue, with conditions including hours consistent with C1 retail (7 am–10 pm). The consent calendar was approved 4-0-1.

• Approved consent calendar including April 13, 2021 minutes (4-0-1)
• Recommended R4 zoning for annexation at Harrison/Clinton (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for indoor recreation facility at 170 S Park Ave (5-0)
• Added condition: hours of operation consistent with C1 retail (7 am–10 pm) (5-0)

Youth Council

The Youth Council will meet to discuss several items, including a commercial set currently on hold and updates regarding a Fun Run. The body will also discuss the AIC Boise Convention and receive information about a Police Department tour.

• Discussion on commercial set on hold
• Fun Run updates and reports
• AIC Boise Convention discussion
• Police Department tour information

City Council

The City Council will consider proposals for new public safety radios and airport utility expansions. The agenda also includes several lease renewals, zoning changes, and budget discussions.

• Proposal to seek proposals for public safety radios and dispatch equipment estimated at $445,000
• Request to use unbudgeted airport reserve funds for utility services in the northeast development area
• Airport lease agreement renewal with SkyWest Airlines
• Airport ground lease with Spur Aviation Services, LC
• Airport ground lease with OGG, LLC

The Twin Falls City Council approved several items, including seeking proposals for new public safety radios using CARES funding at an estimated cost of $445,000, and allocating funding for Category B expenditures from the adopted 2020-2021 budget. The council also approved using $328,092 in airport reserve funds for utility expansion and approved the consent calendar, including the Western Days special event application. All votes were unanimous except the Category B allocation, which passed 6-1.

• Approved seeking proposals for new public safety radios with CARES funding, estimated $445,000 (7-0)
• Approved allocating funding for Category B expenditures from FY 2020-2021 budget (6-1)
• Approved using $328,092 in airport reserve funds for utility expansion in northeast development area (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar minus item 4-g (7-0)
• Approved consent item 4-g, Western Days special event application, with sound competition (7-0)
• Approved airport lease renewal with SkyWest Airlines (consent)
• Approved airport ground leases with Spur Aviation Services and OGG, LLC (consent)
• Approved findings of fact for zoning changes and easement vacations (consent)

Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Diversity and Inclusion Committee is meeting to consider participating in the May 9, 2021, Cinco de Mayo celebration. The body will also receive updates from the LatinX/Refugee and LGBTQ+ workgroups.

• Action item to approve February 17, 2021, meeting minutes
• Discussion on participation in Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 9, 2021
• Update from LatinX/Refugee Workgroup
• Update from LGBTQ+ Workgroup

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency Downtown Arts Subcommittee is holding a special meeting to review the Public Art Commission update and discuss the group's purpose and goals. The body will also consider approving minutes from a February 13, 2020 meeting.

• Approval of February 13, 2020 meeting minutes
• Public Art Commission update by Mandi Thompson
• Discussion of purpose and goals

The Downtown Arts Subcommittee approved the February 13, 2020 meeting minutes unanimously. They discussed public art projects, including mural replacements and new locations, and agreed to have Leon Smith communicate with Mike Youngman about filling a vacancy. No formal decisions were made on art projects, only discussions and assignments.

• Approved February 13, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Leon Smith to contact Mike Youngman about filling vacancy

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to decide on Certificates of Appropriateness for two local properties. The body will also discuss updates to FY20 grants and plans for Historic Preservation Month in May 2021.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 202 Shoshone Street East (Elegant Gowns and Tuxedos)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for façade improvements at 250 Main Avenue North (DiAngelo Publications)
• Discussion of FY20 CLG and CEG updates
• Planning for Historic Preservation Month virtual tours
• Selection of volunteers for a future lobby display

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved two Certificates of Appropriateness: one for signage at 202 Shoshone Street East for Elegant Gowns and Tuxedos, and one for façade improvements at 250 Main Avenue North for DiAngelo Publications. Both approvals included staff-recommended conditions. The commission also discussed updates on grant-funded projects and upcoming events.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 202 Shoshone Street East (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for façade improvements at 250 Main Avenue North (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes from April 5, 2021 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning map amendments and easement vacations. Members will also receive presentations on the city's 2020 audited financial statements and the first six months of the 2020-2021 fiscal year finances.

• Ordinance #O-2021-006 for annexation and zoning at Federation Road and Washington Street North
• Zoning District Change for approximately 10 acres at the 500 block of Canyon Falls Drive
• Vacation of a platted utility easement in Fieldwood Subdivision south of Cheney Drive West
• Vacation of a platted access and public utility easement at 2013 Rivercrest Drive
• Reappointment of Curtis Hansen, David Detweiler, and Craig Kelley to the Planning and Zoning Commission

The Twin Falls City Council approved Ordinance O-2021-006 for the annexation and zoning district map amendment at the southwest corner of Federation Road and Washington Street North. The council also approved three public hearing items: vacating a utility easement in Fieldwood Subdivision, a zoning change for about 10 acres on Canyon Falls Drive, and vacating an easement at 2013 Rivercrest Drive. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved Ordinance O-2021-006 for annexation and zoning map amendment at Federation Road and Washington Street North (6-0)
• Approved vacation of utility easement in Fieldwood Subdivision (PZ21-0013) (6-0)
• Approved zoning district change for 10 acres on Canyon Falls Drive (PZ21-0008) (6-0)
• Approved vacation of access and utility easement at 2013 Rivercrest Drive (PZ21-0014) (6-0)
• Reappointed Curtis Hansen, David Detweiler, and Craig Kelley to Planning and Zoning Commission (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including accounts payable, event permits, and subdivision agreement (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to select officers and review donation requests. The body is considering a request from MaVTEC for a skills track at Auger Falls and a tree donation for Benno's Point Park.

• Donation request from MaVTEC for a skills track at Auger Falls
• Request from Nick Robbins to donate a tree to Benno's Point Park
• Request to remove two trees at 336 6th Ave. N.
• Selection of Parks and Recreation Commission officers

The Twin Falls Parks and Recreation Commission voted 8-0 to recommend that the City Council approve a donation from MaVTEC for a mountain bike skills track at Auger Falls. The commission also voted 8-0 to recommend approval of a tree donation from Nick Robbins for Benno's Point Park. Officers were elected, and new commissioners were introduced.

• Approved consent calendar including March 9 minutes and tree removal at 336 6th Ave. N. (7-0)
• Elected Kirk Melton as Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Sherry Murray as Vice-Chairman (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approve MaVTEC skills track donation (8-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Nick Robbins' tree donation for Benno's Point Park (8-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a preliminary plat for commercial lots and a comprehensive plan amendment. The body will also consider special use permits for indoor recreation facilities.

• Preliminary Plat for eight commercial lots at 2000-2100 blocks of Pole Line Road East (PZ21-0030)
• Comprehensive Plan amendment to change land use to Commercial at 2732 E 4100 N (PZ21-0019)
• Special Use Permit for indoor recreation at 561 Main Avenue East (PZ21-0023)
• Special Use Permit for indoor recreation at 2496 Addison Avenue East (PZ21-0024)
• Withdrawn request for storage unit rentals on 3rd Avenue South (PZ21-0025)

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a preliminary plat for Canyon Village Subdivision No. 3, creating eight commercial lots on 9.12 acres at 2000-2100 Pole Line Road East. They also recommended a Comprehensive Plan amendment to change the Future Land Use Map designation for property at 2732 E 4100 N from Town Neighborhood and Rural Residential to Commercial. Two Special Use Permits for indoor recreation facilities (batting cages) at 561 Main Avenue East and 2496 Addison Avenue East were approved with conditions, including hours of operation from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm. A request for a storage unit special use permit was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved preliminary plat for Canyon Village Subdivision No. 3 (8 commercial lots, 9.12 acres) (5-0)
• Recommended Comprehensive Plan amendment to change Future Land Use Map designation to Commercial for 2732 E 4100 N (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for indoor recreation facility at 561 Main Avenue East with hours condition (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for indoor recreation facility at 2496 Addison Avenue East with hours condition (5-0)
• Withdrawn: Special Use Permit for storage unit rentals on 3rd Avenue South

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is deciding on property negotiations and utility spending. The body will also discuss the creation of a new Revenue Allocation Area and consulting agreements with Kushlan Associates.

• Exclusive right to negotiate with Sean & Anna Kuntz for property at 282 Victory Ave
• Up to $14,858.80 for alleyway utility upgrades at 129 Main Ave W
• Agreement with Kushlan Associates for on-call consulting services
• Kushlan Associates Task Order #1 for $7,500 to review study area boundaries
• Discussion on creating a new Revenue Allocation Area (RAA)

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a Disposition and Development Agreement to transfer Agency-owned property at 282 Victory Ave to Sean and Anna Knutz of E1 Electric, bypassing the exclusive negotiation phase. A request to spend up to $14,858.80 for alleyway utility upgrades at 129 Main Ave W failed for lack of a second. The Agency also approved a consulting agreement with Kushlan Associates at $175/hour, but postponed a $7,500 task order until after visioning sessions.

• Approved consent calendar including March minutes, financial report, and April accounts payable (6-0)
• Approved DDA to transfer 282 Victory Ave property to Sean & Anna Knutz of E1 Electric (6-0)
• Request to spend up to $14,858.80 for alleyway utilities at 129 Main Ave W failed for lack of a second
• Approved on-call consulting agreement with Kushlan Associates at $175/hour (6-0)
• Task Order #1 for $7,500 to review geographic areas postponed, no action taken

Youth Council

The Youth Council is meeting to discuss several items, including updates on a Fun Run and the AIC Boise Convention. The body will also discuss rescheduling a tour of the Police Department and a commercial set that is currently on hold.

• Discussion on Fun Run updates and reports
• Discussion on rescheduling Police Department Tour
• Discussion on AIC Boise Convention
• Discussion on commercial set on hold

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning title amendment to allow indoor shooting ranges in specific commercial and manufacturing districts. The body will also consider contracts for wastewater treatment and erosion repair, and review several community event requests.

• Public hearing for Zoning Title Amendment to allow Indoor Shooting Ranges in C1, M1, and M2 districts
• Contract with Summit Excavation for the Rock Creek Erosion Repair Project
• Approval for coatings replacement and condition assessment at the wastewater treatment plant
• Appointments of police officers Bailey Kemp, Brandy Fresquez, and Joshua Rivers
• Event requests for National Day of Prayer, Realtor Safety 5k, Mother’s Day Fiesta/Cinco de Mayo, Teen Suicide Awareness Color Run, and Walk for Wishes

The Twin Falls City Council approved several items, including a $870,000 contract for wastewater digester repairs, a $121,500 contract for Rock Creek erosion repair, and a zoning amendment allowing indoor shooting ranges in certain districts. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The council also confirmed three new police officers and approved the consent calendar.

• Approved consent calendar including event permits and accounts payable (6-0)
• Confirmed three new police officers: Bailey Kemp, Brandy Fresquez, Joshua Rivers
• Approved $870,000 for wastewater digester coatings and assessment from Sewer Fund Reserve (6-0)
• Approved $121,500 contract with Summit Excavation for Rock Creek erosion repair plus 20% contingency (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for indoor shooting ranges as special use in C1, M1, M2 districts (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to conduct general training. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding the Title 10 Code Rewrite led by Planning and Zoning Director Jonathan Spendlove.

• Discussion: Title 10 Code Rewrite

The Twin Falls Planning and Zoning Commission met on April 7, 2021, with a quorum present. No consent calendar items were considered. The commission reviewed conditions for the Commercial zone and outdoor storage as part of the Title 10 code rewrite, discussed them, and provided feedback. A timeline was reviewed, with rewrite draft #7 expected soon. The meeting adjourned at 1:13 PM.

• Reviewed and discussed conditions for Commercial zone and outdoor storage for the Title 10 code rewrite
• Provided feedback on the code rewrite conditions
• Reviewed the timeline for the code rewrite; draft #7 to be ready soon

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission is meeting to approve the final versions of its values and goals statements. The commission will also discuss and vote on the wording, format, and deployment of a community and stakeholder survey.

• Approval of the final values statement for the Public Art Commission
• Approval of the final goals statement for the Public Art Commission
• Discussion and approval of a community and stakeholder survey

The Public Art Commission approved the final versions of its values and goals statements, both by 6-0 votes. The commission also approved the minutes from its February and March 2021 meetings. A community and stakeholder survey was discussed and reviewed, but no vote was taken; staff will post the survey documents for review and bring them back for a vote at the next meeting.

• Approved the February 2, 2021, Public Arts Commission minutes (6-0).
• Approved the March 2, 2021, Public Art Commission minutes (6-0).
• Approved the final values statement for the Public Art Commission (6-0).
• Approved the final goals statement for the Public Art Commission (6-0).
• Discussed the community and stakeholder survey; no vote taken—staff to post documents for review and bring back for a vote next meeting.

Airport Advisory Board

The Magic Valley Airport Advisory Board will discuss the development of a motocross track west of the MV Speedway. The board will also receive informational updates on FAA construction projects, the FAA Master Plan, and air service.

• Consideration of Motocross Track Development West of MV Speedway
• Informational update on FAA Construction Projects by JUB Engineering
• Informational update on FAA Master Plan Project Technical Advisory Committee Meeting
• Air Service Update from Airport Manager William Carberry

The board approved the February 2, 2021 minutes unanimously (6-0). The airport manager announced that United Airlines' Twin Falls-to-Denver route begins May 12, with departure at 2:15 PM and arrival at 4:10 PM. A motocross track concept was discussed, with a planning and zoning meeting to follow. The meeting adjourned at 12:10 PM.

• Approved the February 2, 2021 board minutes (6-0).
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0).

Historic Preservation Committee

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to decide on a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property facade modification. The body will also discuss grant updates and sign design guidelines.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request to modify exterior façade at 127 2nd Avenue West (PZ21-0034)
• Sign Design Guideline Amendment update
• FY21 CLG Grant Notice of Award
• Community Enhancement Grant update for Rock Creek Watershed
• Certified Local Government Grant for Virtual Walking Tours

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for Susan Petruzzelli to modify the exterior facade of the building at 127 2nd Avenue West, with staff-recommended conditions. The commission also approved the consent calendar, including minutes from February 8, 2021. Updates were provided on several grants and projects, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including the February 8, 2021 minutes, by a 4-0 vote.
• Approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for the exterior facade modification at 127 2nd Avenue West (PZ21-0034), subject to site plan amendments and required permits, by a 4-0 vote.

City Council

The City Council will discuss priorities for the upcoming fiscal year budget. The body is also deciding on several property acquisitions and zoning amendments.

• Zoning District Change and Zoning Map Amendment for Federation Point Annexation and South Estates No. 3 Subdivision Final Plat
• Alcohol License for Sliver's at 1749 Kimberly Rd.
• Acquisition of property for a portion of the Canyon Rim Trail
• Donation of a 1989 ladder truck to the Filer Fire Department
• Appointment of members to the Parks & Recreation Commission

The Twin Falls City Council approved the consent calendar, appointed five members to the Parks & Recreation Commission, and adopted Resolution #2021-007 declaring a 1989 ladder truck surplus and donating it to the Filer Rural Fire District. The council also discussed priorities for the FY 2021-2022 budget but took no formal action on it. The meeting adjourned to executive session for legal discussion.

• Approved the Consent Calendar as presented, including accounts payable, prior minutes, an alcohol license for Sliver's, and property-related items (6-0)
• Approved the appointment of Michael Metcalf, Ashley Squires, Heather Muth, Jade Titus, and Kevin Jensen to the Parks & Recreation Commission (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2021-007 declaring a 1989 ladder truck surplus and authorizing its donation to the Filer Rural Fire District (6-0)
• Adjourned to executive session to discuss legal matters regarding pending litigation

City Council

The City Council will review contracts for the construction of Fire Stations 2 and 3 and a training center. The body is also considering several FAA and coronavirus relief grants for the Magic Valley Regional Airport. Additionally, a public hearing will be held regarding a zoning change and annexation for property at Federation Road and Washington Street North.

• CMGC contract with Starr Corporation for Fire Station 2, Fire Station 3, and Fire Training Center
• FAA grant offer of $1,227,623.00 for Joslin Field taxi lane construction
• Contract award to Idaho Materials and Construction for FAA phase IV taxi lane
• Annexation and zoning change for 11.08 acres at Federation Road and Washington Street North
• Final plat approval for South Estates No. 3 (33 lots) at the 700 block of Harrison Street South

The City Council approved an annexation and zoning change for 11.08 acres at Federation Road and Washington Street North, allowing a residential development, by a 5-2 vote. The council also approved several contracts and grants, including a $1.1 million contract for a new airport taxi lane and a $1.2 million FAA grant for the project. All other agenda items, including the consent calendar and a Community Development Block Grant project list, were approved unanimously.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including minutes, accounts payable, and a final plat for South Estates No. 3, by a 7-0 vote.
• Approved the Community Development Block Grant Project List by a 7-0 vote.
• Approved two amendments to the master contract with Pivot North Architects for Fire Stations 2 and 3 by a 7-0 vote.
• Approved and awarded the CMGC contract to Starr Corporation for construction of Fire Stations 2 and 3 and the Fire Training Center by a 7-0 vote.
• Awarded a bid and contract to Idaho Materials and Construction for the FAA phase IV taxi lane at Joslin Field for $1,104,056.00 by a 7-0 vote.
• Approved an FAA Grant Offer for the AIP-49 Phase IV taxi lane project for $1,227,623.00 by a 7-0 vote.
• Approved a Federal Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act Grant Offer for Magic Valley Regional Airport by a 7-0 vote.
• Approved submitting a grant application for Airport Concessionaire Relief for $11,010.00 by a 7-0 vote.

Impact Fee and Improvement Reimbursement Committee

The Impact Fee Advisory Committee and Improvement Reimbursement Commission are meeting to discuss and potentially act on a recommendation for the Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan update. This recommendation will be sent to the City Council.

• Potential action on Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan Update Recommendation to City Council
• Approval of February 25, 2021 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed the Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan update for Police, Fire, Parks, and Streets, with consultant Anne Wescott presenting eligible and non-eligible expenses. No formal action was taken; members agreed another meeting is needed to finalize the plan and vote on a recommendation to City Council. The consent calendar, including approval of February 25 minutes, was approved unanimously (5-0).

• Approved consent calendar including February 25, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Discussed Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan update; no vote taken, deferred to next meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to make recommendations to the City Council on several land-use requests. These include a zoning district change, easement vacations, and a special use permit.

• Zoning District Change and Map Amendment for ~10 acres at the 500 block of Canyon Falls Drive (PZ21-0008)
• Vacation of a platted utility easement in Fieldwood Subdivision south of Cheney Drive West (PZ21-0013)
• Vacation of a platted access and public utility easement at 2013 Rivercrest Drive (PZ21-0014)
• Special Use Permit for a beauty salon/spa at 963 Blue Lakes Boulevard (PZ21-0015)

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a zoning district change and map amendment for approximately 10 acres at the 500 block of Canyon Falls Drive, allowing a residential development with modifications to city code. The commission also recommended approval of two utility easement vacations and approved a special use permit for a beauty salon/spa, with conditions regarding fumes and odors.

• Recommended approval of zoning change to R-4 & R-6 CRO ZDA for 10 acres on Canyon Falls Drive (5-0)
• Recommended approval to vacate utility easement in Fieldwood Subdivision (5-0)
• Recommended approval to vacate portion of access and utility easement at 2013 Rivercrest Drive (4-0-1)
• Approved special use permit for beauty salon/spa at 963 Blue Lakes Boulevard with condition on fumes/odors (4-0-1)

Youth Council

The Twin Falls Youth Council will meet to discuss commercial recording and a color-run. The council will also receive informational details regarding a Twin Falls Police Department tour.

• Discussion on commercial recording
• Discussion on color-run
• Informational item regarding Twin Falls Police Department tour

General

The meeting scheduled for March 15, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The City Council is deciding on a traffic signal project at Falls and Madrona St. and a resolution regarding constitutional rights. The body will also review airport leases and special event applications for May 2021.

• Award the Falls and Madrona St. Traffic Signal project to Electric 1 West, Inc.
• Waive building permit and plan review fees for remodel at 640 Addison W.
• Approve Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law for Fieldwood Subdivision No. 2 Final Plat
• Special Events Application for The Potters House 180 Concert event
• Request to hold Shoshone Falls After Dark at Shoshone Falls Park nightly during May 1-31, 2021

The Twin Falls City Council approved a resolution supporting constitutional rights, a special events application for a concert, a nightly event at Shoshone Falls Park in May, and awarded a traffic signal project contract. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on the consent calendar.

• Approved the Consent Calendar as presented, including minutes, accounts payable, fee waiver, subdivision plat, and lease actions (6-0, Hawkins abstaining).
• Approved Resolution R-2021-006 supporting Constitutional Rights in the City of Twin Falls (7-0).
• Approved the Special Events Application for The Potters House 180 Concert event (7-0).
• Approved holding Shoshone Falls After Dark at Shoshone Falls Park nightly during May 1-31, 2021 (7-0).
• Awarded the Falls and Madrona St. Traffic Signal project to Electric 1 West, Inc. for $564,542.53, including a 15% contingency, and authorized the mayor to sign the contract (7-0).
• Adjourned to executive session to consider personnel matters (7-0).

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Twin Falls Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve February meeting minutes and a request for tree removal at 160 Main. The agenda includes department updates and is otherwise routine, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of February 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Tree removal request at 160 Main
• Department updates

The Twin Falls Parks and Recreation Commission voted to recommend City Council approve a donation from MaVTEC for a mountain bike skills track at Auger Falls, with funding from a BlueCross grant and private donor. The commission also recommended approval of a tree donation for Benno's Point Park. Officers were elected, and new commissioners were introduced.

• Approved consent calendar including March 9 minutes and tree removal at 336 6th Ave. N. (7-0)
• Elected Kirk Melton as Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Sherry Murray as Vice-Chairman (7-0)
• Recommended to City Council approval of MaVTEC skills track donation (8-0)
• Recommended to City Council approval of Nick Robbins' tree donation at Benno's Point Park (8-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to amend Title 10 of the city code to add a definition for indoor shooting ranges, allow them as a special use in certain commercial and manufacturing districts, and create supplementary regulations. The commission will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and receive training on the Title 10 code rewrite.

• Zoning amendment to add 'Indoor Shooting Range' definition and special use in C1, M1, M2 districts (PZ21-0003)
• Public hearing with call-in instructions for comments (phone 1-208-939-6718, Conference ID 750 517 907#)
• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2021 meeting
• Training on Title 10 Code Rewrite

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended a zoning title amendment to the City Council that would add a definition for indoor shooting ranges, allow them as a special use in C1, M1, and M2 districts, and create supplementary regulations. The public hearing was opened and closed without public input. The commission also approved the consent calendar and received training on the Title 10 code rewrite.

• Approved consent calendar including February 23, 2021 minutes (7-0)
• Recommended zoning title amendment for indoor shooting ranges to City Council (7-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Twin Falls County Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, financial reports, and accounts payable, as well as the FY2020 audited financial statements and the 2020 Annual Report. They will also discuss creating a new Revenue Allocation Area and consider issuing a Request for Proposals to develop agency property at 151 Maxwell Avenue. A budget committee will be appointed to review the 2021-2022 budget.

• Approval of FY2020 Audited Financial Statements
• Approval of Resolution No. 2021-04 to file 2020 Annual Report with City of Twin Falls
• Discussion on creating a new Revenue Allocation Area (RAA)
• Consideration of Request for Proposals to develop property at 151 Maxwell Avenue
• Appointment of a 3-member Budget Committee for 2021-2022 budget

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the FY2020 audited financial statements, the 2020 Annual Report, and Resolution No. 2021-04 authorizing its filing with the City of Twin Falls. A budget committee of three members was appointed to review the 2021-2022 budget. A decision on issuing an RFP for Agency property at 151 Maxwell Avenue was tabled.

• Approved consent calendar including February minutes, financial report, and accounts payable (7-0)
• Approved FY2020 audited financial statements (7-0)
• Approved 2020 Annual Report and Resolution No. 2021-04 (7-0)
• Appointed Cindy Bond, Alex Caval, and Jan Rogers to the 2021-22 budget committee
• Tabled decision on RFP for 151 Maxwell Avenue (7-0)

Youth Council

The Twin Falls Youth Council is meeting to discuss two items: planning a Color Run event and scripting commercials for the council. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; the items are marked as discussion only. The meeting also includes public input and adjournment.

• Discussion: Twin Falls City Youth Council Color Run
• Discussion: Scripting Twin Falls City Youth Council Commercials
• Next scheduled meeting: Monday, March 22, 2021

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council will consider several items including a property purchase for Fire Station #3 and a final plat for the Fieldwood Subdivision No. 2. Other items include signage guideline amendments, easement and zoning changes for River Vista Place, and the purchase of a concrete restroom.

• Final plat approval for Fieldwood Subdivision No. 2 at 1085 Cheney Drive West
• Amendment to Chapter 3.5 Signage in Downtown/City Park Design Guidelines
• Ordinance #O-2021-003 for easement vacation at 287 & 292 River Vista Place
• Ordinance #O-2021-004 for zoning district change at 287 & 292 River Vista Place
• Purchase of real property for the construction of Fire Station #3

The Twin Falls City Council approved the purchase of 8.43 acres for $950,000 from cash reserves to build a new Fire Station #3, and approved a $144,255 restroom purchase via a cooperative agreement. The council also adopted ordinances for easement vacation, zoning change, and a replacement adopting ordinance, and approved a signage guideline amendment. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except for the consent calendar minutes, which passed 5-0 with the mayor abstaining.

• Approved $950,000 purchase of 8.43 acres for Fire Station #3 (6-0)
• Approved $144,255 CXT restroom purchase via Sourcewell cooperative agreement (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-2021-003 vacating easements at 287 & 292 River Vista Place (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-2021-004 for zoning change at 287 & 292 River Vista Place (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-2021-005 replacing 1980 adopting ordinance, amended to change clerk to city manager (6-0)
• Approved Historic Preservation Commission signage guideline amendment (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 4A & 4C (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar item 4B (5-0, mayor abstained)

General

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for March 3, 2021, was cancelled. The next meeting is informational and set for Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at 6:00 pm. The agenda also includes standard public hearing procedures for zoning requests.

• Meeting cancelled
• Upcoming informational meeting on March 9, 2021 at 6:00 pm
• Public hearing procedures for zoning requests outlined

Airport Advisory Board

The Magic Valley Airport Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates on the FAA Master Plan, FAA projects, and the United Denver/Twin Falls air service route. They will also consider a motocross track development concept and vote on approving the February 2, 2021 minutes. Public input is invited via phone.

• Discussion: FAA Master Plan Update
• Discussion: FAA Project Update
• Discussion: Air Service Update - United Denver/Twin Falls Route
• Discussion: Motocross Track Development Concept
• Action: Approval of February 2, 2021 Airport Board Minutes

Public Art Commission

The Twin Falls Public Arts Commission is meeting to discuss several topics, including a public and stakeholder survey, core values, purpose and goals, and documents related to a public art parking lot. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and general public input, but no public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of February 2, 2021, meeting minutes
• Discussion of public and stakeholder survey and stakeholder list
• Discussion of values
• Discussion of purpose and goals
• Discussion of public art parking lot documents

The Public Art Commission met and discussed, but took no formal action on, the public survey, commission values, and purpose/goals. Members agreed to have the survey open for two weeks and to bring back five values and five goals for the next meeting. The commission also expressed concern about a proposed legislative resolution requiring a public vote for public art projects over $10,000.

• No action taken on consent calendar
• Agreed to keep public survey open for two weeks
• Members to bring five values and five goals to March 16 meeting
• Commission expressed concern about proposed legislative resolution

General

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for March 1, 2021, is cancelled. The next meeting is set for Monday, March 15, 2021, at 3:00 pm. The agenda also includes standard public hearing procedures for zoning requests.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: March 15, 2021 at 3:00 pm
• Contact for accommodations: Kelli Ebersole (208) 735-7267
• Spanish contact: Leila Sanchez (208) 735-7287

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, including minutes and accounts payable, and to consider several action items. Key items include authorizing staff to move forward with refunding the 2010 water bond issuance, approving a nightly Shoshone Falls After Dark event for May 2021, and approving findings for a zoning change. The council will also recognize a building inspector and acknowledge a $12,000 police department grant.

• Authorize staff to proceed with refunding the 2010 water bond issuance
• Approve Shoshone Falls After Dark at Shoshone Falls Park nightly May 1-31, 2021
• Approve Findings of Fact for Vista Rim Zoning District Change & Zoning Map Amendment
• Acknowledge $12,000 Seagraves Family Foundation grant to Twin Falls Police Department
• Approve accounts payable for February 18-24, 2021

The Twin Falls City Council approved refinancing the 2010 water bond, including a $500 application fee, and directed staff to draft a resolution supporting the Constitution after citizen petitions. It also accepted a $12,000 grant from the Seagraves Family Foundation for the police department and delayed a decision on Shoshone Falls After Dark. Consent calendar items were approved, with one item voted separately due to an abstention.

• Approved water bond refinancing authorization (6-0)
• Approved draft resolution in support of the Constitution (6-0)
• Accepted $12,000 Seagraves Family Foundation grant for police (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar items b-f (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar item a (5-0, Boyd abstaining)
• Delayed Shoshone Falls After Dark decision for one week

Impact Fee and Improvement Reimbursement Committee

The Twin Falls Impact Fee Advisory Committee is meeting to consider approval of minutes from November 19, 2020, and to receive a presentation on the Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan update from Planning & Zoning Director Jonathan Spendlove. The meeting also includes time for public input and announcements, and notes the next meeting scheduled for March 25, 2021.

• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2020 meeting
• Presentation on Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan update by Jonathan Spendlove
• Public input and announcements period
• Next meeting scheduled for March 25, 2021 at 12:00 pm

The Twin Falls Development Impact Fee Advisory Committee & Improvement Reimbursement Commission met on February 25, 2021. The committee unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the November 19, 2020 meeting. The committee also heard a staff presentation on the Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan update for Police, Fire, Parks, and Streets, including a review of how City Council has changed park acquisition through impact fees.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including the November 19, 2020 meeting minutes, by a unanimous 5-0 vote.
• Heard a presentation on the Impact Fee Capital Improvement Plan update for Police, Fire, Parks, and Streets.
• Discussed changes to how the city will acquire parks through Impact Fees.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending annexation with a zoning change from R2 CRO to RM CRO ZDA for 11.08 acres at the southwest corner of Federation Road and Washington Street North. The commission will also hear a preliminary presentation for a zoning change on about 10 acres on Canyon Falls Drive. Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from the February 9 meeting.

• Annexation and zoning map amendment for 11.08 acres at southwest corner of Federation Road and Washington Street North (PZ21-0004)
• Preliminary presentation for zoning district change and map amendment for ~10 acres at 500 block of Canyon Falls Drive (PZ21-0008)
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2021 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval to the City Council for an annexation and zoning change from R2 CRO to RM CRO ZDA for 11.08 acres at the southwest corner of Federation Road and Washington Street North. The motion passed 6-1. The commission also approved the consent calendar and heard a preliminary presentation for a zoning change at Canyon Falls Drive, with a public hearing scheduled for March 23, 2021.

• Approved the consent calendar, including minutes from February 9, 2021, by a vote of 4-0-2.
• Recommended approval to City Council for the annexation and zoning change (PZ21-0004) with staff recommendations, by a vote of 6-1.
• Heard a preliminary presentation for a zoning change at Canyon Falls Drive (PZ21-0008); no action taken, public hearing set for March 23, 2021.

Youth Council

The Twin Falls Youth Council is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a discussion of the Color Run plan. The rest of the agenda is procedural, covering quorum, public input, and adjournment.

• Discussion of Color Run plan

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council will consider several action items, including alcohol license requests, a zoning change, and a budget amendment. They will also hear a presentation on the upcoming supplemental levy election. The meeting includes public hearings on a zoning change and easement vacation for properties on River Vista Place.

• Approval of Certificate of Appropriateness for Hilverda Law Office wall sign
• Alcohol license for Texas Roadhouse Holdings LLC
• Waiver of 300-foot distance requirement for Magic Valley Brewing Company at 125 Main Ave W, Ste 5
• Cooperative Agreement with ITD for ADA Curb Ramp Program (Key No. 22449)
• Zoning change from C1 PUD to C1 CRO for properties at 287 & 292 River Vista Place

The Twin Falls City Council approved a zoning district change and map amendment from C1 PUD to C1 CRO for property at 287 & 292 River Vista Place, with an amendment limiting canyon rim overlay encroachment to the two outside units (passed 4-3). The council also approved several other items, including a waiver of the 300-foot distance requirement for alcohol sales for Magic Valley Brewing Company, a cooperative agreement with ITD for ADA curb ramps, a budget amendment for an impact fee plan update, and use of water reserve funds for Settlers Ridge irrigation improvements. All votes were unanimous except the amended motion.

• Approved consent calendar including alcohol license for Texas Roadhouse Holdings LLC (7-0)
• Approved waiver of 300-foot distance requirement for Magic Valley Brewing Company alcohol sales (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign ITD ADA Curb Ramp Program agreement and Resolution R-2021-005 (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment using $16,000 Impact Fee Funds for Capital Improvement Plan Update (7-0)
• Approved use of water reserve funds for Settlers Ridge pressure irrigation station improvements (7-0)
• Approved vacation of platted easements at 287 & 292 River Vista Place for Federation Pointe (7-0)
• Approved zoning change from C1 PUD to C1 CRO at 287 & 292 River Vista Place, with amendment limiting canyon rim overlay to two outside units (amendment 4-3, final 7-0)

Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Twin Falls Diversity and Inclusion Committee will consider approving prior meeting minutes, discuss transparency and Idaho Open Meeting Laws, and take action on creating subcommittees or work groups. The meeting is largely procedural with two substantive agenda items.

• Approve October 13, 2020 meeting minutes
• Discussion on transparency and Idaho Open Meeting Laws
• Action item: creation of sub-committees/work groups

The Diversity and Inclusion Committee approved the October 2020 minutes and discussed transparency under Idaho Open Meeting Laws, which do not apply to this committee but are followed voluntarily. Two subcommittees were formed to engage with the LGBTQ+ and Hispanic/Latino/LatinX communities, with the Refugee community added to the latter. Leaders were appointed for each subcommittee, and a Microsoft Teams platform will be set up for collaboration.

• Approved October 13, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittees for LGBTQ+ and Hispanic/Latino/LatinX communities
• Added Refugee community to Hispanic/Latino/LatinX subcommittee
• Appointed Alejandra as LatinX subcommittee leader
• Appointed Syd as LGBTQ+ subcommittee leader
• Planned MS Teams platform for subcommittee collaboration

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including accepting improvement agreements for four subdivisions, approving a St. Patrick's Day parade, and confirming a parks commission reappointment. The council will also discuss negotiating a construction manager contract for fire facilities, an FAA grant for an airport ramp, and a SkyWest Airlines agreement for a United Express connection to Denver. The meeting ends with a vote to enter executive session for personnel and real property matters.

• Accept improvement agreements for Perrine Point Subdivision Phases 2 & 4, Fieldwood Subdivision No. 2, Z Country Estates Subdivision Phase 5, and Meadow West Subdivision Phases 2 & 3
• Approve St. Patrick's Day Parade application by Jennifer Colvin of O'Duncans for March 17, 2021
• Confirm Sherry Murray's reappointment to Parks & Recreation Commission
• Negotiate contract with Starr Corporation as Construction Manager/General Contractor for Fire Station and Fire Training Facility projects
• Consider FAA Grant Offer (AIP 47) for aircraft parking ramp and SkyWest Airlines agreement for United Express connection to Denver International Airport

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Twin Falls Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving minutes from its December 8, 2020 meeting and four tree removal requests. The tree removals are at Masqueray Lofts, 275 Fillmore Street, and 411 4th Ave. North. No other items of consideration are listed.

• Approve December 8, 2020 meeting minutes
• Tree removal at Masqueray Lofts
• Tree removal at 275 Fillmore Street
• Tree removal at 411 4th Ave. North

The commission approved a tree removal permit for 411 4th Ave. North, requiring compliance with city policy and ordinances (stump removal and tree replacement). The consent calendar was approved, including minutes and other tree removals. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of department updates.

• Approved consent calendar including Dec. 8, 2020 minutes and tree removals at Masqueray Lofts and 275 Fillmore St. (5-0)
• Approved tree removal permit at 411 4th Ave. North with condition to follow city policy/ordinances (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for the 8-lot Claret Subdivision, hear a presentation on a proposed annexation and zoning change for 11.08 acres near Federation Road and Washington Street North, and hold a public hearing on a special use permit for alcohol sales at 677C and 679 Filer Avenue. The meeting includes approval of minutes from January 26, 2021.

• Preliminary Plat for Claret Subdivision: 8 lots (Lot 8 as retention), 1.81 acres, west side of Harrison Street South between Highland and Park Avenues, on behalf of Greg Olsen
• Annexation and zoning map amendment from R2 CRO to RM CRO ZDA for 11.08 acres at southwest corner of Federation Road and Washington Street North, on behalf of Hepworth Family Landholdings, LLC
• Special Use Permit for alcohol consumption on premises and extended hours at 677C and 679 Filer Avenue, on behalf of Wendee Gardner
• Approval of minutes from January 26, 2021 meeting

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the preliminary plat for the Claret Subdivision, an 8-lot residential infill project on Harrison Street South, with staff conditions. They also approved a special use permit for a sports bar and grill at 677C and 679 Filer Avenue, allowing alcohol sales and extended hours. A preliminary presentation for a proposed annexation and zoning change at Federation Road and Washington Street North was heard, with no action taken.

• Approved preliminary plat for Claret Subdivision, 8 lots (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for alcohol sales and extended hours at 677C/679 Filer Ave (4-0)
• Heard preliminary presentation for annexation and zoning change at Federation Rd/Washington St N (no action)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Twin Falls Urban Renewal Agency will consider several action items, including spending $14,678 to install a new power pole and transformer for White Pine Distillery, authorizing exclusive negotiations with the Children's Museum of the Magic Valley for agency-owned property, and reviewing the 2020 Annual Report. The meeting also includes a discussion on disposing of agency-owned property.

• Spend $14,678 for power pole and transformer at 157 2nd Ave W for White Pine Distillery
• Authorize Resolution No. 2021-03 for exclusive negotiations with Children's Museum of the Magic Valley on Block 133, Lots 10-16
• Review 2020 Annual Report and set public comment date
• Discuss disposition of agency-owned property

Historic Preservation Committee

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission will consider three Certificate of Appropriateness requests for facade changes and signage on Main Avenue West properties, discuss an appeal and a sign design guideline amendment, and receive a grant update. The meeting also includes approval of the January 11, 2021 minutes.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for facade change at 125 Main Avenue West (PZ21-0011)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 125 Main Avenue West for Perrine Man Press (PZ20-0140)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for facade change at 135 Main Ave W (PZ21-0012)
• Discussion of Hildverda McRae appeal
• Action on Sign Design Guideline Amendment update

Youth Council

The Twin Falls Youth Council is meeting to discuss plans for a Color Run event and to finish making Valentine cards for local senior centers. The agenda includes public input and standard procedural items. No formal decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion of Color Run plan
• Discussion of finishing Valentine cards for local senior centers
• General public input period
• Meeting at City Hall, Room 116, 203 Main Avenue East

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council will vote on a consent calendar including plat approvals, street name changes, and a trust agreement, and will consider a $172,935 purchase of a 2022 Kenworth T470 chassis with plow components. Presentations will cover the Sidewalk Master Plan, a sidewalk grant update, and proposed amendments to the special event permit process. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve $172,935 purchase of 2022 Kenworth T470 chassis with Henderson plow components via Sourcewell cooperative agreement
• Change El Suento Street to El Sueño Street in El Milagro Subdivision
• Change Cheney Drive to Cheney Drive East between Blue Lakes Blvd. N. and Eastland Dr. N.
• Approve final plat for Pheasant Meadows Subdivision Phase 3
• Approve trust agreement for Fieldwood Subdivision No. 2

The Twin Falls City Council approved the purchase of a 2022 Kenworth T470 chassis with Henderson plow components for $172,935 using a cooperative purchasing agreement with Sourcewell. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including several plat approvals, street name changes, and a trust agreement. Presentations on the Sidewalk Master Plan and sidewalk grant program were given, and proposed amendments to the special event permit process were discussed but not voted on.

• Approved purchase of 2022 Kenworth T470 chassis with Henderson plow components for $172,935 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including accounts payable, minutes, final plat for Pheasant Meadows Subdivision Phase 3, trust agreement for Fieldwood Subdivision No. 2, street name changes, and improvement agreement for South Estates No. 3 (5-0)

General

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for February 3, 2021, was canceled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision, only a notice of cancellation and an informational note about an upcoming meeting on February 9, 2021.

• Meeting canceled
• Upcoming informational meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Airport Advisory Board

The Magic Valley Airport Advisory Board will meet to consider approving the December 1, 2020 meeting minutes. They will receive informational updates on the airport master plan, FAA projects, and military activity at Joslin Field, and discuss air service. A presentation on 2020 airport activity data is also scheduled.

• Approval of December 1, 2020 board minutes (action item)
• Master Plan update by Airport Manager William Carberry
• FAA project update by Kent Atkin of JUB Engineers
• Discussion of air service by William Carberry
• Review of 2020 airport activity data by Donna Newbry

Public Art Commission

The commission will discuss planning and methods for public engagement. Members will also hold a discussion regarding the values, purpose, and goals of the commission.

• Approval of January 5, 2021, meeting minutes

The Public Art Commission approved the January 5, 2021 minutes unanimously. They discussed and revised the General Public Outreach Survey, which will be reviewed again at the March 2, 2021 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was discussion on engagement methods and values/goals.

• Approved January 5, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Revised General Public Outreach Survey (discussion only, no formal vote)

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council will consider several action items, including two zoning ordinance changes, an appeal of a historic preservation decision, and a request to waive building fees for a homeless shelter. The council will also hear a presentation on the city's finances for the first three months of fiscal year 2020-2021.

• Approve accounts payable for Jan 21-27, 2021
• Accept improvement agreements for Morning Sun Subdivision No. 10 Phases 2 and 3
• Waive building permit and plan review fees for Valley House Homeless Shelter at 125 Rose Street
• Adopt Ordinance O-2021-001 for annexation and zoning change at 700-100 blocks of Hankins Road
• Adopt Ordinance O-2021-002 for zoning change at 500-800 blocks of Grandview Drive South

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Twin Falls Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to handle a consent calendar with three action items: approving the December 8, 2020 meeting minutes, and approving tree removals at Masqueray Lofts and at 275 Fillmore Street. No items of consideration or department updates are listed. The meeting is largely procedural, with the only substantive decisions being the tree removal requests.

• Approve December 8, 2020 meeting minutes
• Tree removals at Masqueray Lofts
• Tree removal at 275 Fillmore Street
• No items of consideration or department updates

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several action items, including a preliminary plat for a new subdivision, an amendment to a special use permit for an auto dealership, and recommendations to the City Council for a zoning change and easement vacation. Public hearings will be held for the zoning-related requests. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Preliminary plat for Fieldwood Subdivision No. 2, a PUD, 1.49 acres, 5 lots at 1085 Cheney Drive West
• Amendment to Special Use Permit #PZ18-0088 to expand automobile dealership at 1725 Park View Drive
• Zoning District Change and Map Amendment from C1 PUD to C1 CRO for 287 & 292 River Vista Place
• Vacation of platted easements at 287 & 292 River Vista Place
• Approval of minutes from January 6 and January 12, 2021 meetings

Youth Council

The Twin Falls Youth Council is meeting to discuss two community activities: organizing a Color Run and making Valentines for local senior centers. The agenda includes public input and is otherwise routine, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Discussion: Color Run
• Discussion: Making Valentines for local senior centers
• General public input period

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council will consider several action items, including awarding a construction bid for an aircraft parking ramp at Joslin Field, approving an engineering agreement for airport taxi lane construction, amending downtown signage guidelines, funding golf course safety improvements, and initiating the disposal of city-owned property in Rock Creek Canyon. The consent calendar includes routine approvals for accounts payable, minutes, and event permits. The meeting will conclude with an executive session to discuss personnel and potential real property acquisition.

• Award bid to Western Construction for aircraft parking ramp at Joslin Field
• Approve engineering agreement with J-U-B Engineers for FAA AIP 48 N.E. Development phase 4 taxi lane construction
• Fund $18,169 for safety capital improvements at Twin Falls Golf Club
• Initiate process to dispose of city property west of Blue Lakes Boulevard South in Rock Creek Canyon
• Amend Chapter 3.5 Signage in Downtown/City Park Design Guidelines (PZ20-0135)

Diversity and Inclusion Committee

The Twin Falls Diversity and Inclusion Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss transparency and Idaho Open Meeting Laws, and consider creating sub-committees or work groups. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approve minutes from October 13, 2020 meeting
• Discussion on transparency and Idaho Open Meeting Laws
• Action item: creation of sub-committees or work groups

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council is holding a special meeting that begins with a tour of city property being considered for a future park, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes consent items such as approving minutes, accounts payable, an improvement agreement for J&J Meadow Subdivision, and findings for a zoning change. A presentation by Pastor Paul Thompson will request a proclamation drafted by Idaho Right to Life, Sage Health Center, Students for Life, and Eastside Baptist Church. The meeting will end with executive sessions on personnel and real property acquisition.

• Tour of city property for potential future park
• Approve accounts payable for January 7-13, 2021
• Accept improvement agreement for J&J Meadow Subdivision
• Approve findings for Grandview Falls, LLC zoning district change and map amendment
• Presentation on proclamation by Idaho Right to Life, Sage Health Center, Students for Life, and Eastside Baptist Church

The Twin Falls City Council held a special meeting that included a tour of city-owned property for a potential future park. The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included minutes, accounts payable, an improvement agreement for the J&J Meadow Subdivision, and findings for a zoning change. A presentation on a Right to Life proclamation was discussed but no formal action was taken, with several members indicating it was not in the council's purview. The council also declined to move forward on a citizen's request to become a Second Amendment Sanctuary City.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, accounts payable, J&J Meadow Subdivision improvement agreement, and Grandview Falls zoning findings (7-0)
• Discussed Right to Life proclamation; no formal action taken
• Declined to place Second Amendment Sanctuary City on future agenda
• Adjourned to executive session for personnel and real property matters (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Twin Falls Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for January 12, 2021, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 9, 2021. No decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for February 9, 2021

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two special use permits — a drive-through at 2015 Blue Lakes Boulevard North and an RV storage yard at 621 Locust Street South — and receive a preliminary presentation on a zoning district change from C1 PUD to C1 CRO for properties at 287 & 292 River Vista Place. The commission will also approve minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting.

• Special use permit for drive-through at 2015 Blue Lakes Boulevard North (PZ20-0130)
• Special use permit for RV storage yard at 621 Locust Street South (PZ20-0134)
• Zoning change from C1 PUD to C1 CRO at 287 & 292 River Vista Place (PZ20-0138)
• Approval of December 8, 2020 meeting minutes

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission approved two special use permits. The first allows a drive-through at 2015 Blue Lakes Boulevard North, attached to Swigs and MoBetta's. The second allows a recreational vehicle storage yard at 621 Locust Street South. Both were approved unanimously with staff-recommended conditions.

• Approved special use permit for drive-through at 2015 Blue Lakes Blvd N (6-0)
• Approved special use permit for RV storage yard at 621 Locust St S (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including December 8, 2020 minutes (5-0-1)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Twin Falls Urban Renewal Agency will consider several action items, including entering into an exclusive right to negotiate with Galena Opportunity Fund for a mixed-use building and parking structure on city-owned property at 153 2nd Ave S, approving an amendment to the 160 Main Avenue South development agreement, and accepting a proposal for Agency-owned property on Block 133. The board will also discuss property disposition, new area boundaries, and a new allocation area. Public participation is limited due to COVID-19 restrictions, with a 10-person capacity in the Council Chambers.

• Resolution No. 2020-17: Exclusive Right to Negotiate with Galena Opportunity Fund for mixed-use building and parking structure at 153 2nd Ave S
• Resolution No. 2021-01: 7th Amendment to Disposition & Development Agreement for 160 Main Avenue South (reimbursement for demolition/site prep, closing dates)
• Resolution No. 2021-02: Accept proposal to develop Agency-owned property on Block 133, Lots 10-16, Twin Falls Townsite
• Discussion on disposition of property and new area boundaries
• Discussion on a new allocation area

The Urban Renewal Agency approved three resolutions: entering an exclusive negotiation with Galena Opportunity Fund for a mixed-use building and parking structure, amending the 160 Main Ave S agreement for demolition and site prep reimbursements, and accepting the Children's Museum of the Magic Valley proposal for Agency-owned property. All votes were unanimous (7-0). Discussions on property disposition and a new allocation area were held but no decisions made.

• Approved Resolution No. 2020-17 for exclusive negotiation with Galena Opportunity Fund (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-01, 7th Amendment to 160 Main Ave S DDA (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-02 accepting Children's Museum proposal for Block 133 (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, financial report, and accounts payable (7-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from January 4, 2021, and to receive informational updates on the Certificate of Appropriateness procedure and local historic district information. No action items beyond the minutes approval are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural and informational.

• Approval of minutes from January 4, 2021
• Informational update on Certificate of Appropriateness procedure
• Informational presentation on Local Historic District by Dave Everhart
• Next meeting scheduled for January 25, 2021 at 3:00 pm

Youth Council

The Twin Falls Youth Council is meeting to consider approving its 2021 meeting schedule and to discuss plans for the new year, including a Color Run event. The agenda includes public input and is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.

• Action item: Approve Youth Council 2021 Schedule
• Discussion: New Year 2021 kickoff
• Discussion: Color Run
• Next meeting scheduled for January 25, 2021

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council will consider several action items, including awarding a $508,731 contract for the Harmon Park Parking Lot Project, approving an amendment to the Pivot North Architects contract for the Fire Training Facility, and authorizing revenue anticipation notes for Fire Stations 2 and 3. They will also hold a public hearing on a zoning change for Grandview Drive South and consider leasing water shares to Southwest Irrigation District. The meeting includes consent items and an executive session for real property acquisition.

• Award Harmon Park Parking Lot Project to Kloepfer, Inc. for $508,731.06 plus $50,000 contingency
• Amend master contract with Pivot North Architects for Fire Training Facility
• Approve revenue anticipation notes for Fire Station 2 and Fire Station 3 construction
• Lease 1,000 water shares to Southwest Irrigation District
• Public hearing on zoning change from R-4 to R-4 M-2 and C-1 for 500-800 blocks of Grandview Drive South

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Twin Falls Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a worksession to discuss the Future Land Use Map and receive an update on the code rewrite. They will also approve minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting. No public hearings or decisions on specific projects are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from December 8, 2020 meeting
• Discussion of Future Land Use Map
• Update on code rewrite
• Staff reports presentation

Public Art Commission

The Public Arts Commission will consider approving its December 2020 minutes and 2021 meeting schedule, then discuss creating a vision statement and planning public engagement methods. The meeting is open for public input, with procedures for speaking.

• Approve December 1, 2020 minutes
• Approve 2021 regular meeting schedule
• Create a vision statement
• Discuss public engagement planning

The Twin Falls Public Arts Commission approved its consent calendar, including the December 2020 minutes and the 2021 meeting schedule, and adopted a revised vision statement. The commission also discussed plans for a public engagement survey, with next steps assigned for February.

• Approved December 1, 2020 minutes and 2021 meeting schedule (7-0)
• Adopted revised vision statement (7-0)

Historic Preservation Committee

The Twin Falls Historic Preservation Commission is holding a special meeting to consider two Certificates of Appropriateness for signage at downtown properties, discuss a CLG grant for education, and review design guideline amendments. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and is open to public comment.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for signage at 127 Main Avenue East for Kelly Real Estate (PZ20-0145)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for wall sign and tenant panels at 124 Main Avenue North #200 for Hilverda McRae Law Offices (PZ20-0146)
• Discussion of CLG Grant for Education
• Update on Design Guideline Amendment Review
• Approval of minutes from December 7, 2020 meeting

City Council

The Twin Falls City Council will consider several action items, including renaming Dina Street to Zephlyn Street, approving findings for two annexations, and a final plat for a small residential development. They will also vote on appointing a library trustee, a historic preservation grant application, a records destruction resolution, and a grant application for road construction. The meeting includes a presentation on the Republic of Artsakh and general public input.

• Street name change: Dina Street to Zephlyn Street in Z Country Estates Subdivision
• Approve findings for McCollum Enterprises and Federation Pointe annexations
• Final plat for J & J Meadows: 2 residential lots at 1751 3rd Avenue East
• Appoint Jennifer Hall as Library Trustee (2021-2026)
• LHTAC grant application to reconstruct Washington Street North and Filer Avenue intersection