1979 02-20MERIDIAN CITY COUNCIL •
A G E N D A
February 20, 1979
ITEM:
1. Minutes of Previous meeting
2. Patrick Jay Appointed City Clerk - Oath filed with these minutes
NEW BUSINESS
3. North West Pillow requesting variance from Fire Zone and to be granted a
Bldg. permit (See letter from Vern Schoen) Ted Hansen, representing
(Tabled)
OLD BUSINESS
4. Meridian Manor #2 Vacation - Larry Sale, L.D. Bews and Bert Smith, representing
(Approved contingent that they connect to 8th St. & duplex lots be specified)
NEW BUSINESS
5. Boise Cascade requesting variance from set-back requirements to line up with
existing Bldg. C.A. Thompson & Dennis Jackson, representing
(Granted)
6. Sunnybrook Farms - Final Plat (passeu by Planning & Zoning 2.12.79)
(Approved as single family with variances (see evidence)
7. Ted Hepper - requesting Auto Repair Shop on Cherry Lane
(No action)
OTHER BUSINESS
8. Valley Storage - John Haraburda (representing J.R.Simplot) request letter from
City to Commissioners for delay on rezoning from D-1 to M-1)
{approved to recommend)
9. Cherry Lane Village #3 Tentative Plat - Gene Wright representing
Request they be heard March 12 -P&Z; March 19th before Council
(No objection)
CONSULTANT REPORTS
10. City Engineer Smith
11. City Attorney Crookston, Jr.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
12. Waste Treatment Supt Earl Ward (none)
Building Inspector, Vern Schoen (none)
13. Fire Chief, Welker (Camera request)
14. Glaisyer asks view on Mexico Diplomacy (none)
15. Ordinance #336 (Electrical Ordinance) by Pat Joy (Approved)
16. Water Charges (Delinquent) Richard Williams
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4eridian City Hall February 20 1979
The meeting was called to order at 7:35 P. M. by Mayor Don Storey
Councilmen present: Richard Williams; Joseph Glaisyer; Grant Kingsford
Marvin Bodine, absent
Others present: Jerry Botkin; Wayne Crookston Jr.; Nancy Shute; Charles Thompson;
Dennis Jackson; Karen & Rick Potter; Ted Hepper; Erik Gabrielson;
Larry Allphin; Lester Travis; Susan Travis; Cindv Hedge; Mike
Hedge; Bill Ingram; Gladys Ingram; Burt Smith: Ed Bews: Larry Sale.
Agenda
1 The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as read
Flgenda
2 t"ayor Storey appointed Patrick Joy City Clerk as of March 1, 1Q7Q.
The Flotion was made by Richard Williams and seconded by Grant Kingsford to approve the
appointment of Patrick Joy as the P~eridian City Clerk as of March 1, 1Q7°.
Motion passed: !s~illiams, yea; Kingsford, ,yea; Glaisyer, yea.
Herald Cox City Clerk was called forward to swear in Patrick Joy as City Clerk and
offered the following remarks supportive of the appointment.
The f4ayor stated the going away party for Herald Cox was attended by manv persons and
offered Herald success and complimented him on his performance as City Clerk.
City Clerk Herald Cox swore in Patrick i~l. Joy as City Clerk (evidence of bath on file
,: with these minutes and departing comments from the City Clerk.
The 1lotion was made by Richard Williams and Seconded by grant Kingsford to instruct
the City Clerk to draft a resolution thanking Herald Cox for 2R years of loyal
service to The City of Meridian, our apnriciation to him and best of luck on ret-
irement.
h?otion passed: Williams, yea; Kingsford, yea; Glaisyer, yea.
Agenda
3 Northwest Pillow requesting a variance from the Fire zone and be granted a building peremit.
Ted Hansen was present. He presented pictures of the property. He is the property
owner and stated his credentials. They overlooked the need for a building permit
in respect to remodeling. He pointed out the electrical contractor obtained a permit
on December 26, 1978 #A-907. He addressed the letters from the Fire 1"arshal, ~~oss
and building Inspector Schoen.
Point 2. They have compliance from the manufacturer on the sanders. Hansen out-
lined the drying room. Point 6 office(they won't use it), The doors are in compliance
as for size. Lighting would be complied with.
He questioned the zoning. Mayor Storey inquired if he wanted a rezone.
Hansen outlined other business and outlined possible problems. Thev have two in-
surance companies willing to insure them, Aetna and Lumbermans Underwriters alliance.
He addressed Building Inspector Schoen's letter point by point. He stated they would
entertain a letter notorized by them that if and when the property on the west is
developed they would comply to fire proof that area.
The closure of Bower Street was discussed. Pichard I~lilliams pointed out the area was
not to be built on, it was a stipulation. Hensen the property owner, agreed with
Richard lilliams. He explained the plant process. I•lilliams requested input from
Schoen. Schoen stated their proposed use is not permitted in Fire lone 1. Schoen
explained the zoning restrictions. Wayne Crookston stated that if it is remodbied
it must be brought up to code. Compliance of points adressed by letters were clar-
ified. Schoen outlined even in fire lone 3 a a hour wall would be necessary.
Schoen stated when the code and construction is this far out of line it will take a
variance by the Council. Per. Schoen stated that he is restricted by the code.
Storey inquired if the situation could be negotiated.
Kingsford stated that he was under the impression that there was nothing Schoen could
do. Schoen agreed.
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Storey Stated that you cannot condemn every building in town or you will run businesses
out.
Glaiiyer inquired what would happen if there was a fire out there and they had been granted
a variance from the Code.
Crookston stated that the situation was worse than the Race Track. They did not change
the use, here you have a remodeling - a permit should have been obtained and the money
that has been expended for remodeling could have been avoided.
Storey felt the Council had bent on the Race Track. He clarified that he was not
here when a decision was made and he inquired if there was to be a strict interpretation
or not.
Crookston state the situation is different. The Race Track didn't involve remodeling,
it had some Grandfather Rights in that type of situation. Here you have remodeling and
you have the ability to bring it up to Code. The situation is worse than the Race Track.
Attorney Bill Donovan was present representing Mr. Nichols, lessee from Hansen.
He suggested they go back and try to put something in writing on suggested solutions
for the Council to vote on.
Hansen stated Chandler Corp. did not sprinkle and this is a precedent.
The Motion was made by Joseph Glaisyer and seconded by Richard Williams to table the
request until a letter is received from the owner and lessee on possible solutions.
Motion passed: Williams, yea; Glaisyer, yea; Kingsford, yea.
4genda Meridian Manor #2 Vacation
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Larry Sale, L.D. Bews and Bert Smith were present representing the request.
Sale stated that they had worked out an agreement with home owners in the development.
Smith and Bews will reduce the number of lots available for duplex dwellings.
The lots available for duplex dwellings are lots 10 - 13- 15- 24 - 25 - 26- 27- 28 -
29 and 30 of Block four (4). The Homeowners requested the covenants be changed to include
stronger language on timing of completion of improvements to property, specifically
finish work on painting and trim, along with landscaping and lawn improvements.
They found that their covenants meet will all FHA requirements. They put some language
together for the Homeowners consideration. They stressed the parking of recreational
vehicles and general appearance and neatness of the property and landscaping completion
timetable.
The third compromise that was reached was that the developers would start processing
Phase IV at the time they have completed 50% of the houses in this project to aid
access to the east.
Erik Gabrielson outlined the agreement to include access to the east was primarily to get
traffic access and fire and insurance standards. They agree the covenant criteria has
been met.
Williams stated a thing to remember is that the covenants are enforced by people living
in the development.
Lots allowable for duplex development were clarified 10 - 13 through 15 and 24 through 30.
Sharon North discussed duplex lots.
Sale presented a Plat showing the duplex lots.
Kingsford stated that the culdesac off Crestmont Circle is not named.
Sale stated it didn't require a name because there are fewer than six dwellings.
Kingsford stated that he had discussed access problems with Mr. Bews previously.
Bews has stated whenever the adjacent property owners are willing to put in their half
of the street, he would be willing to put in his half. Since then he spoke with the
other owners and they indicated they were ready but they stated Mr. Bews was not.
Bews stated until the old plant is moved, they cannot sell lots there.
Williams stated that the old Plant may not be moved.
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Meridian Manor #2 Vacation (Cont'd)
Kingsford stated that there is a need fora name change to Delmar Drive that lines up with
Willowbrook Drive. For continuity, one should be changed.
Sale wanted to study the issue and stated that they will work with City Staff.
Kingsford stated that he would like to see another access preferably on 8th Street.
Glaisyer inquired what the developers would do with 8th Street lots if the sewer plant
is not dismantled.
Kingsford stated that the dirt piles are a nuisance because of Motorcycle riders.
Bews explained that they will use the dirt when construction begins.
Williams stated that they need access even if it is a all weather surface to 8th Street,
to make a connection from Delmar to Willowbrook.
Sale discussed dirt piles. He inquired if the Council will accept a gravel surface for
the connection to 8th Street.
Kingsford stated that he would like to see the developers get together and see if a
finished street could be worked out.
The Motion was made by Glaisyer and seconded by Williams to vacate Meridian Manor #2
and accept Meridian Manor #3 with contingencies that they connect to 8th Street and duplex
lots specified as lots 10,13,14,15,24 through 30 of Block 4.
Motion carried: Williams, yea; Glaisyer, yea; Kingsford, yea.
Agenda
5 Boise Cascade requesting a variance from set-back requirement fora warehouse.
C.A. Thompson and Dennis Jackson were present representing the request.
Thompson presented photographs. Jackson stated that they were requesting the Council to
wave the 20 foot set-back on 3rd Street. The building will be identical to the one on
3rd and Broadway.
Schoen stated that they need a variance on record.
Kingsford moved to grant Boise Cascade a variance from the set-back requirement for a
structure on 3rd Street, seconded by Glaisyer.
Motion carried: Williams, yea; Glaisyer, yea; Kingsford, yea.
Agenda
6 Sunny Brook Farms #2 Final Plat.
Max Boesiger was present representing the request. He outlined the development.
He stated that Phase I is sold out; they want the builders to stay for Phase II.
They are going with a construction phase of approximately 59 lots - there are 52 in
Phase I. He outlined the park. They have amended the covenants in Phase I to institute
a Homeowners Association for maintenance of the park.
Ward, Waste Treatment Superintendent, cleared the plans; Stuart, Public Work's, stated
that they have his changes. Smith stated that there were three areas where variances
are needed. One is concerned with traffic, Todd Way appears to be a collector street.
In the past the City has accepted ACHD standards. They meet ACRD requirements but need
a variance from City Ordinances.
The point was discussed.
It was pointed out that in Phase I the width was 36 feet.
Boesiger suggested that the problem could be resolved if they incorporated the larger
street as they approach Ustick, after Chateau Drive.
Wright explained the layout. They designed Todd as a internal residential type street.
A collector is planned east of Sunnybrook. There is a simular situation in Glennfield
Manor.
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Agenda Sunnybrook Farms #2 Final Plat (Cont'd)
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Smith stated that there is an intersection of less than a 80° angle, it is less by 2°
and it needs a variance. Block 6 is also in access of 1000 feet. He explained the
situation. Smith recommended a variance but suggested the Council watch the
collector street issue. He has some minor points to be transmitted by letter.
Crookston inquired if the street in Glennfield Manor would run from Cherry Lane to
Ustick. Wright explained the point. The point was discussed.
Welker stated no mail boxes should be within 20 feet of a hydrant.
Boesiger stated that they had one conflict but will correct it.
The Motion was made by Glaisyer and seconded by Kingsford to accept the Final Plat of
Sunnybrook Farms #2 as single family with variances (see evidence)
Motion Carried: Williams, yea; Kingsford, yea; Glaisyer, yea.
Agenda
7 Ted Hepper requesting an Auto Repair Shop on Cherry Lane.
Hepper was present and stated that he has a lot on Cherry Lane with "C" Commercial
zoning and is asking fora special permit for the repair facility.
He requested Council reaction.
Glaisyer stated that he did not like the location, Kingsford concurred.
Agenda OTHER BUSINESS:
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John Haraburda was present and requested in writing (see evidence)Council assistance
in getting a delay on rezoning Valley Storage to M-l.
J. R. Simplot has requested the rezone.
Haraburda explained the situation and stated because the area is in the Meridian impart
Area, if the Council requested postponement, probably the Commissioners would comply.
County Zoning denied the rezone because it is D-1 and not in the Comprehensive Plan.
Williams felt the Council should take a more positive stand and recommend approval of the
M-1 Zone.
Haraburda explained the situation and School Superintendent, Gus Hein's position.
The Motion was made by Glaisyer and seconded by Williams to recommend that the County
Commissioners take the request under advisement.
Motion Carried: Williams, yea; Kingsford, yea; Glaisyer, yea
Agenda Gene Wright was present and stated that they submitted a Tentative Plat for Cherry Lane
9 Village #3, and a letter requesting they be heard March 12 before Planning and Zoning and
March 19th before the Council because of financial considerations.
The Mayor could see no problem with the request.
On lift stations Wright explained his understanding that the City will take over the
charges at the end of one year.
Wright requested some of the approved duplex lots in Cherry Lane #1 be allowed to proceed
as duplex townhouses with zero lot lines. Schoen stated to Wright that he did not
have any problems if there was 12 feet between buildings.
Wright requested acceptance from the Council.
Glaisyer inquired if they had two car garages.
Wright explained that they have a problem on some culdesac because of narrow frontage.
Storey stated that cars would be on the street.
Wright explained they may be forced back to single family buildings.
Storey stated that he could not go with a one car garage. Kingsford concurred.
Meridian City Hall .5. February 20, 1979
Agenda CONSULTANT REPORTS
10 City Engineer Smith reported he needs a pipe bid purchase order signed by the City,
a formality.
LindewWest Pine water leak has been repaired. The cost $1,947.12. Traylor Const.
made the repairs. It is based on a letter of liability from Idaho Construction trans-
mitted to the City in September, 1978 authorizing the City to make the repairs.
Smith presented a transmittal to Idaho Construction for the repairs, he read the billing.
Smith presented copies of the proposed Sewer Ordinance. He felt it would be wise to
adopt the Ordinance as soon as possible.
The Mayor instructed the concerned people to read the ordinance and it would be acted
upon at the next Council meeting.
Williams stated that there should be clarification on the number of feet for connection.
Crookston stated that it should be passed as soon as possible.
Joy inquired if charges could be assessed for dry lines under this Ordinance.
Crookston didn't feel it would be possible.
Smith outlined the need for comprehensive City maps on sewer and water line and standards
and specifications. He suggested that the Council allow this information to be developed.
Glaisyer inquired what the charges would be.
Coleman figured standards and specifications at around $800 to $1,000; the others in the
$1200 to $1500 range - the total around $2,000 to $2500 range.
The Motion was made by Kingsford and seconded by Williams to authorize J-U-B Engineers
to develop a comprehensive sewer and water map and specifications and standards not to
exceed the price guidelines.
Motion Carried: Williams, yea; Glaisyer, yea; Kingsford, yea.
Agenda
11 City Attorney reported that he has been working on late-comers charges.
He reviewed the bond ordinance. It appears there are funding priorities on operation
and maintenance, Bond interest and principle, and a Bond reserve.
It appears there is a problem tacking sewer and water hook-up fees, or monthly fees, and
rebating it to sewer developers as a late-comers charge. The only thing he can forsee is
some type of late-comers charge that is front end orientated.
Kingsford stated that he felt that is what they are asking for.
Williams felt it was a lump sum over and above any hook-up charges.
Glaisyer added with a certain percent held out for administration fees.
Crookston outlined a possible process for assessing charges.
Agenda Ward and Schoen had nothing to report.
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Agenda Welker, Fire Chief, stated that the Fire Department needs a camera. He has a price for
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$403.00. The rural approved the request and will participate in the cost.
Agenda Glaisyer inquired if the City wanted to take a stand on Mexico Diplomacy.
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The Mayor stated that the City is not in a position to conduct foreign policy.
Agenda
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DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
Joy submitted an Electrical Ordinance Entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 2,
CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED ELECTRICAL CODE OF THE REVISED AND COMPILED ORDINANCES
OF THE CITY OF MERIDIAN, ADA COUNTY, IDAHO, BY ADDING THERETO A PROVISION
RELATING TO REQUIRING A CITY ELECTRICAL LICENSE, BY REQUIRING CONDUIT
WIRING IPJ CERTAIN STRUCTURES, BY PROVIDING FOR INSPECTION AND FOR ADOPT-
TING THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS AND EXPLANATIONS
THERETO.
Crookston explained it is the adoption of the State Code and interpretation,
and clarifying the existing Electrical Code, and requiring a City License.
The Motion was made by Willimas and seconded by Kingsford that the rules and provisions
of 50-9002 and all rules and provisions requiring that Ordinances be read on three
different days be dispensed with and that Ordinance Number 336 as read be passed and
approved.
Motion Carried: Williams, yea; Kingsford, yea; Glaisyer, yea.
Agenda
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Williams stated that there is a problem of bad debts accumulating on water charges in
Tenant-Landlord situations and other situations where .the meter is still on.
The Mayor and Kingsford felt the situation was addressed before.
Williams requested that the City send certified letters to the landlords stating if the
charges are not paid by March 10, 1979, the meter will be turned off until the bill is
paid.
The Mayor and Glaisyer concurred.
Stuart inquired if the turn-off/on fee could be raised from $1.00.
The Mayor stated $3.00 would be appropriate, a Ordinance change is necessary.
The meeting stood adjourned at 9:35 P. M.
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cc: Mayor & Council; P&Z;Ann;Stuart; Ward;Schoen;Pat Joy ;J UB;Fitzgerald;Police;
AIC;APA;ACHD;Ada Commissioners ;Ada Zoning;Central Health;Ndmpa-MeridianIrrig.
Historical, City Clerk File;NorthWest Pillow (gown's Railroad Annex);
Meridian Manor #2; Boise Cascade Annex;Sunnybrook Farms #2; Ted Hepper
Simplot Industries; Cherry Village #3; J-U-B;Water Charges; Fire Station;
Electrical Ordinance; Water Charges
February 20, 1979
To: Mayor and Council Plembers
This is the last Council meeting that I will be attending
as your City Clerk and Finance Officer.
As your City Clerk, I served as prescribed by State Law,
as Assistant to the Mayor and Council, as best I could - always
keeping in mind the City policies and wishes of the Mayor and Council.
As your Finance Officer, I was able to place the City Finances
on a cash basis as far back as 1951. If we did not have the money
in the fund balances, we just did not buy it. I would hope that
this could be a future policy. (Refunding warrants or no warrants
at all would end up very sad for Meridian.)
The City has grown from a budget of $50,000.00 in 1951 to a
budget of over $942,000.00 for the 1978-79 fiscal year, not counting
Construction Funds.
I am proud to announce that I leave with the City in a sound
financial state, with cash balances in the General Fund, and in the
Water-Sewer Enterprise Funds. There is sufficient cash in the
Bond Redemption Fund to satisfy Bond and Interest payments
through 1979, with no burden on the Enterprise Funds.
I leave with the feeling that I have done the very best job
I could for the City of Meridian. I have worked long and hard at
being the kind of City Clerk that any City would like to have.
I have attempted to participate in the worthwhile projects
of the City and have thoroughly enjoyed the association and
fellowship of those with whom I have served, on the many and varied
committee's.
I consider Meridian my home and will always desire to participate
in any worthy projects that are for the betterment of our City,
and resist anything that I feel detrimental to the people of our City.
I wish to thank the Mayor and all the Councilmen who have
helped me throughout the 27 years and 9 months I have served the
City of Meridian.
I will close with the admonition that the cash flow for the
Enterprise Fund be carefully watched to avoid overspending;
remembering that the Bonds and Int t re to be the fir consideration.
He ald J. Cox
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STATE OF IDAHO )
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PATRICY.L4. JOY, being first duly sworn on oath, deposes
and says:
That as the regularly appointed City Clerk of the City
of Meridian, Ada County, Ldaho, I will discharge my duties to
the best of my ability and will uphold and enforce all the
laws and ordinances pertair_ir_g to the office to which I have
been elected.
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P trick W. Joy
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this 20th day of -,
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February 20, 1979
Mr. Don Storey
Meridian City Mayor
Re: Ada County Commission Public hearing
Valley Storage
Dear Mayor Storey:
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The purpose of this letter is to ask the Meridian City
Council to recommend to the Ada County Commissioners that
Valley Storage be permitted to maintain its present status
of operations.
A preliminary survey in support of this recommendation has
determined the following:
1. Over Five Hundred Thousand and No/100ths Dollars ($500,000.00)
is spent annually at Meridian businesses from businesses located
at Valley Storage.
2. The present business operations are more desirable than the
previous operation by J.R. Simplot.
3. The businesses located in Valley Storage employ over 100
employees.
4. A majority of the employees live within the Meridian School
District.
5. A majority of the business operations have accounts with
Meridian area financial institutions.
This information was obtained by the undersigned as a representative
of at least a majority of the businesses operating from the Valley
Storage location.
If I can be of any further assistance in this matter, please contact
me.
Respectfully,
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February 27, 1979
Mr. Eugene W. Wright
J-U-B Engineers
5903 Franklin Road
Boise, ID 83705
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENT
Statehouse
Boise, Idaho 83720
801 Reserve Street
FEB 2 6 1979
Subject: Sunnybrook Farms No. 2 - Water and Sewer Lines - Meridian
Dear Mr. Wright:
We have reviewed the plans for water and sewer lines for the subject
subdivision. We are unable to approve the plans for the following reasons:
I. A minimum 10 foot horizontal separation between water and sewer
lines is not maintained where Main A (Sheet 2) crosses the water
line between Mhi A-2 and MH A-I.
2. The water line must be shown in the profile of Main A (Sheet 3)
near MH A-8.
3. On Line A.6 (Sheet 3) reference must be made to sewer note 12
where the sewer line crosses above the water line.
4. No interior or exterior coatings are specified for the ductile
iron pipe crossing of Ninemile Creek. We would also like to see
your design calculations for the design of the concrete saddle
walls.
5. We need a copy of Meridian's standard specifications for water
and sewer line construction.
6. No additional connections to the City of Meridian's treatment
system are being allowed until the new treatment plant is oper-
ational.
7. The City of Meridian must agree in writing to provide water and
sewer service to the subdivision and to maintain the water and
sewer lines.
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We are returning the four sets of plans submitted. Please resubmit
the plans and specifications with the changes and additions noted above
for our review and approval.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact' me at 384-3823.
Sincerely,
Tom Korpa((v//I ski
Environmental Engineer
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We respectfully request variance to the following sections of the t~eridiari ~„
City Subdivision Ordinance for the above mentioned subdiviaiori. !~
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1. We request variance to Section~:M.S requirin$ a maximum:66D foot
~/ length for all. local or minor streets for Rebecca Way, TRdd Way, ti
Kristen Way and Leanne Way. j
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2. We request variance to Section X3:l.f requiring ~ minimum 80° k,
angle of intersection between two streets. We request this
variance fox the intersection of Todd Way and Kristen Way. ~'
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3, We request variance to Section ~+'1.3.b requiring ~ maximum of I,QDQ 'E
~ 'foot lengths ofblocks for block nos. 1, {6, 7 and 9.
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED ELECTRICAL
CODE OF THE REVISED AND COMPILED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
MERIDIAN, ADA COUNTY, IDAHO, BY ADDING THERETO A PROVISION
RELATING TO REQUIRING A CITY ELECTRICAL LICENSE, BY REQUIRING
CONDUIT WIRING IN CERTAIN STRUCTURES, BY PROVIDING FOR INSPECTION
AND FOR ADOPTING THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE WITH CERTAIN ADDI-
TIONS AND EXPLANATIONS THERETO.
WHEREAS, The City Council and the Mayor of the City of
Meridian, Idaho have concluded that it is in the best interest
of said City to amend its electrical code,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE b'lAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF MERIDIAN, ADA COUNTY, IDAHO.
Section 1. That Section 2-302 is hereby amended to read
as follows:
2-302 CITY LICENSE, STATE LICENSE AND BOND REQUIRED: It shall
be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to carry
on the business of electric wiring without first having secured a
City license and a State license to do so and executing to the City
a good and sufficient bond, signed by some surety company authoriz-
ed to transact business in the State of Idaho in the penal sum of
one thousand dollars ($1,000.00), running to fhe City of Meridian,
said bond to be approved by the Mayor and Council and conditioned
by the saving of said City, harmless and free from all damages or
costs by reason of the licensee's operation, or his failure or
neglect to properly perform any duties incumbent upon him, and for
faithful performance of the laws of the State of Idaho and the City
of Meridian.
Section 2. That Section 2-307 is hereby repealed and a new
section adopted to read as follows:
2-307 SPECIFICATIONS OF SERVICE WIRES: All buildings hereafter
erected to be used for public purposes such as, but not limited to,
churches, stores, halls, school buildings, garages, manufacturing
establishments, auto camps, and gas service stations must be wired
in conduit, or permissible metallic covered wire. All provisions
herein are effective on final passage and approval and not retro-
active.
Section 3. That Section 2-309 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
2-309 CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION: Upon the completion of the
wiring in or on any building and prior to being covered
up in any fashion, it shall be the duty of the corporation, co-
partnership, firm or individual doing the same to notify the
City Electrical Inspector, who shall inspect the wiring within
three (3) working days after the notification to him that the
wiring has been completed; if the City Electrical Inspector does
not inspect within said three (3) days, the wiring may be covered,
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however, the licensee shall still be required to obtain the
certificate of inspection; if the wiring is approved by the City
Electrical Inspector, he shall issue a certificate of proper inspec
tion which shall contain the date of such inspection and an out-
line of the result; and it shall be unlawful for any person, firm,
copartnership or corporation to turn on or connect the current
with such installation until such certificate shall be issued; and
it shall be unlawful to make any change, alteration or extension
in or to the wiring of any building after inspection without first
notifying said City Electrical Inspector and procuring a permit
therefor.
Section 4. That a new section to the Electrical Code be
added thereto and numbered 2-314, and it shall read as follows:
2-319 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE: The National Electrical Code
of 1978 is hereby adopted with the below-stated additions
which additions, if in conflict with the National Electrical Code,
shall overrule said Code:
(a) BARE GROUNDED CONDUCTORS: NEC 230-30 Exception and
NEC 230-4 -- Bare copper for direct burial where bare copper is
judged to be suitable for the soil conditions.
Because of varied soil conditions in the area, all grounded
(neutral) conductors must be insulated as required by NEC 310-6.
No bare grounded (neutral) conductors will be approved for direct
burial.
(b) MAXIMUM RATING OF EQUIPMENT: The maximum rating of
circuit breakers, switches and other equipment shall be determined
by the manufacturer's label or other markings. See Section
110-21 of the National Electrical Code.
In no case will electrical equipment be approved when it is
found that the manufacturers label has been altered or when the
minimum requirements exceed the manufacturers rating as determined
by the label or other markings.
(c) BUILDINGS MOVED FROM ONE LOCATION TO ANOTHER: When a
building is moved from one location to another the service entran
shall be inspected and made to conform to the requirements of the
current edition of the National Electrical Code.
(d) UNFINISHED STUDDED PARTITIONS; On November 2, 1963, the
State Electrical Board ruled that when unfinished studded partitio
are in place in residential basements, indicating that the enclose
areas are intended for rooms, such enclosed areas shall be consi-
dered as rooms. The wiring, including receptacle outlets as
required by Section 210-25(b) of the National Electrical Code
shall be installed before the wiring of the building is approved.
(e) SUPPORTING PARTITIONS: When a residential basement is
not divided into separate rooms and only an unfinished supporting
partition is in place, at least two outlets shall be installed in
such supporting partition, facing the area on opposite. sides of
the partition.
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(f) UTILITY AND STORAGE SPACES: The requirement that
receptacle outlets be installed within six feet from any wall
space in dwelling type occupancies (Section 210-25(b) National
Electrical Code) does not apply to hallways, bathrooms, utility
rooms, laundry rooms, furnace rooms. and storage spaces. The number
of outlets in these areas is optional, but adequate branch circuit
capacity must be provided for lighting and for all electrical
equipment to be installed in such areas without the use of
extension cords.
(cj) LOCATION OF SERVICE EQUIPMENT: Service equipment shall
not be installed in clothes closets, cupboards, toilets, bathrooms
or attics,
(h) SEPARATION OF BUILDINGS BY FIRE WALLS: In general the
National Electrical Code permits only one service to a building.
(Sections 230-21 and 230-2.)
Article 100 of the National Electrical Code defines a building
as "A structure which stands alone or which is cut off from ad-
joining structures by fire walls with all openings therein protecte
by approved fire doors."
For the purpose of determining the number of services which
may be run to a building or structure a fire wall shall be a
masonary wall, not less than 4 inches thick, which extends from
the foundation to the roof sheathing. (Bulletin #52 issued
June 1, 1966.)
(i) WEATHERPROOF SWITCH ENCLOSURES REQUIRED: On and after
July 1, 1960, switches, circuit-breakers, panels and motor
controllers installed where EXPOSED TO THE WEATHER shall be in
weatherproof enclosures as required by Sections 373-2 and 380-4
of the National Electrical Code.
(j) ALUMINUM CONDUIT FOR MAST TYPE SERVICES PROHIBITED:
where the service conduit is used as a mast to support the service
drop, RIGID STEEL CONDUIT SHALL BE USED. Aluminum conduit will
not be approved for this purpose unless approved BRACES are pro-
vided to relieve the conduit of horizontal strain. Guy wires will
not be approved for this purpose.
(k) INSTALLATIONS AT OVER 600 VOLTS: Due to the many mis-
understandings and misinterpretations of the National Electrical
Code requirements for conductors and service disconnects, etc.,
on installations of over 600 volts, it has become necessary to
require that all installations of voltages over 600 volts that
are customer owned or operated must be submitted for prior plan
approva to the E ectrica Board representative in the area in
which the installation is to be made.
(1) REQUIREMENTS FOR TERMINAL CONNECTIONS OF RECEPTACLES
AND SWITCHES ON 15 AND 20 AMPERE CIRCUITS: The following method
is required in an attempt to reduce the heating and burning of
screw terminals on switches and receptacles when aluminum branch
circuit wiring connects to such devices:
1. Copper conductors 4 to 6 inches long of the same
ampacity as the circuit to which they are attached must be con-
nected to the wiring terminals and grounding terminals of the
devices.
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2. The copper conductors shall be connected to the
aluminum branch circuit conductors with approved AL/CU mechanical
connectors.
The above requirement will not count as additional conductors
when computing box fill.
Said National Electrical Code of 1978, three copies of which
shall be on file at all times at the Office of the Clerk of the
City of Meridian and shall be made a part of the City Ordinances
as if set out in length herein.
Section 5. That all references to City Superintendent
contained in Title 2, Chapter 3, Electrical Code, shall refer to
the City Electrical Inspector.
Section 6. Whereas, there is an emergency therefor, which
emergency is hereby declared to exist, this Ordinance shall take
effect and be in force and effect from and after its passage,
approval and publication as required by law..
Passed by the City Council and approved by the. Mayor of the
City of Meridian, Ada County, Idaho, thiso20«day of ~"~YV~Yf' ,
1979.
APPROVED:
Mayor
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STATE OF IDAHO, )
ss.
County of Ada, )
I, HERALD J. COX, City Clerk of the City of Meridian, Ada
County, Idaho, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing
is a true, full and correct copy of an Ordinance entitled "AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED ELECTRICAL CODE
OF THE REVISED AND COMPILED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF MERIDIAN,
ADA COUNTY, IDAHO, BY ADDING THERETO A PROVISION RELATING TO
REQUIRING A CITY ELECTRICAL LICENSE, BY REQUIRING CONDUIT WIRING
IN CERTAIN STRUCTURES, BY PROVIDING FOR INSPECTION AND FOR
ADOPTING THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS
AND EXPLANATIONS THERETO," passed. as Ordinance No. ~~(o by the
City Council and Mayor of the City of Meridian, on the ~ o[t, day
of _ ~e~6 YuaVf 1979, as the same appears in my office.
DATED this ~-~ day of ~~j ~,pp~~, 1979.
STATE OF IDAHO,
1 ss.
County of Ada, )
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On this~~ day of ~12x~~d , 1979, before me, the
undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said State, personally
appeared HERALD J. COX, known to me to be the person whose name
is subscribed to the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged to
me that he executed the same,
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed
my official seal, the day and year in this certificate first above
written.
(SEAL)
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