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At 1520 East Washington, the council granted a variance to construct a home on a 12,993‑square‑foot parcel where RS‑6 zoning limits buildable lots to 12,000 square feet. The applicant, George Glines, said the intent was to build a single‑family home; Rodney (planning staff) noted a similar approval next door the previous year and recommended conditions that address legal access and fire‑rating measures for an existing garage that sits close to the adjacent property line. The council approved the variance with conditions requiring verified legal access, certification that the existing garage is suitable for covered parking or alternately that the owner remove portions if necessary, and any building‑code protections needed for walls or soffits within required separation distances.

On Industrial Road, the council approved a variance requested by Pacific Supply (represented by Brett Miller) to avoid installing the standard 15‑foot vegetated buffer in front of an existing industrial building. Staff and the applicant said the corridor is long‑established industrial use with poor soil (rock) and utility poles close to the curb; the applicant proposed a 4‑foot sidewalk, moved-back fence and a xeriscape buffer of native, low‑water plants and rock. Christie (planning staff) said agencies raised no objections and recommended conditions; council approved the variance and required a landscaping plan and sidewalk construction to city specifications.

Both motions passed by roll call with council voting in favor.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","June 16, 2025 - Regular Council Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Council granted a variance to allow a 12,993‑square‑foot lot in the RS-6 zone to build a single‑family home, and approved a landscape‑buffer variance for a light‑industrial site on Industrial Road that will use xeriscaping and sidewalk improvements instead of the standard 15‑foot planting strip.","taxTitle","Nampa, Canyon County, Idaho","taxId",2629,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_46":80,"_48":81,"_50":82,"_52":83,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":84,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":85,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6198539,"Nampa council adopts multiple annexations, zoning changes, contracts and code updates; votes at a glance",5768,712000,6480000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3846329-e2b0e0b2991dc4a509e2c818cabed1c4&start=712&end=6480","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3846329-e2b0e0b2991dc4a509e2c818cabed1c4/thumbnail_712000.jpg","/articles/6198539/Nampa/Canyon-County/Idaho/Nampa-council-adopts-multiple-annexations-zoning-changes-contracts-and-code-updates-votes-at-a-glance","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6198539-c68bc4279ed82afa9fbc20476e78d08b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771162758&Signature=nNoVTa8LzSa5-VlGtQ56l~xn3ZBukxSUj0mN55qxVb6bXOZHykKHZ~JlptYiVVJ8~2EoNS6CyHCqE6AuGTqEqHK4VY5PQkMUz9aI5ScUib-JTxWcgOQCqTIB-AGxIIx3iO2j6UsNeYJn8fY6hDKcx3-RCa4zr8IMiYrmtO7Nm3qC35pusPDqI~ACkriEybncrluW7mreJlu~4aJQpqdZ3qc9LjJ1oQVRf8r3MK-P-ufmRMPqdRsc2hiU-xJzCPd~hT-j-q3RnHl0G8U7xXUALuaehEzgRmKIEiolt~~R6ZrZRhTqE-OC~RJKjAPRMCZLZipUPTRxmSKakQTLjAESCg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Nampa City Council approved a package of ordinances, annexations, contracts and purchases at its June 3 meeting, including multiple first‑reading ordinances passed under suspension of rules and several procurement and staffing items.

Key outcomes included: the council passed several annexation and zoning ordinances by suspension of rules (Adaira Subdivision annexation and zoning; Sunrise Meadows rezoning and preliminary plat; 2601 East Amity annexation; Brookhaven Subdivision annexation and zoning), adopted a comprehensive set of text amendments to city code (multiple Title 2 and Title 10 chapters), and approved a package of public‑works and technology contracts and procurements.

Major items approved or authorized by council vote:
- A RIO allocation and task order: Reallocated $274,000 from a Twelfth Avenue project to the South Canyon irrigation pump station upgrade and authorized a task order with Stantec Consulting Services not to exceed $167,880 (approved by roll call).
- Airport on‑call engineering contract: Approved JUB Engineers as the most qualified to provide on‑call engineering services at Nampa Municipal Airport for a FAA‑required five‑year term (motion carried by roll call).
- Appointment: Confirmed the appointment of Lamar Settlemyers to the Airport Commission to complete a term through Dec. 31, 2028.
- Motorola security camera system: Authorized the mayor to sign an agreement for an FY25 citywide security camera upgrade with Motorola Solutions in the amount of $418,965.17.
- Waste‑to‑energy procurement steps: Authorized advertising a request for qualifications for an energy‑services company (ESCO) for the water‑renewal facility waste‑to‑energy project and authorized procurement of a refurbished GX IE60 power reactor unit as part of the waste‑to‑energy initiative.
- Code amendments and zoning actions: First readings and approvals under suspension of rules for multiple zoning map amendments and comprehensive city‑code text updates (ordinance summaries were approved for recordation under Idaho Code §63‑215).

Most of the ordinance and zoning items were passed under suspension of rules following staff presentation and minimal public testimony. Where votes were recorded, roll calls were taken and appear in the meeting record.

Staff also recognized internal achievements during the meeting: David Allen of the Water Renewal Facility was awarded Idaho state collections operator of the year; the facility received a $443,000 rebate check from Idaho Power for energy‑saving measures installed during plant design.

The council moved into an executive session at the end of the meeting under Idaho Code §74‑206(1)(c), (e) and (f).","At its meeting the City Council approved multiple ordinances under suspension of rules, several annexations and zoning map amendments, appointments, and equipment purchases. The council also authorized procurement steps for the wastewater waste‑to‑energy initiative and approved a five‑year FAA‑required airport engineering contract.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_46":92,"_48":93,"_50":94,"_52":95,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":96,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":97,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6198543,"Council awards $1.43 million airport stormwater pond contract amid questions about contractor history",366,1708000,2074000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3846329-e2b0e0b2991dc4a509e2c818cabed1c4&start=1708&end=2074","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3846329-e2b0e0b2991dc4a509e2c818cabed1c4/thumbnail_1708000.jpg","/articles/6198543/Nampa/Canyon-County/Idaho/Council-awards-143-million-airport-stormwater-pond-contract-amid-questions-about-contractor-history","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6198543-03c7c83eaf6bd8d973dc22e326ac2e40/orig.mp4?Expires=1771162758&Signature=bvrUfB0IbL8rzcGsaUAzwzF-Nsu1BZcyEAb~kfmyJHT5mD4RZHJFQXZrF2sexVJh4xxzzTBWIFXF812rtGd45y~wyd~vCSMCd3d8l265wjQglOuBRu~2iehvDM1WRwvpMfYjkXX9lC~teJGXfBdR1siai45Ke59TNB4VmSm0A7W~9S76EhF1xP2nRKqL7TNNIFkhEvANOg6O4VlC757CLbF6wKshG~FvSyEuJO99nbtodbgYoXfHtKzVQ50VmmxomMzvpzDHnUUCziSCGKZYH~zHorDNIn14FrNCla9HrpQ1sKYaLx10ifCQIiBti0FAJckHofyMlIpy7Faxl93JbQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Nampa City Council voted unanimously to award a $1,429,835.10 contract to La Riviera Inc. for construction of stormwater retention ponds at the Nampa Municipal Airport.

Council discussion focused on past performance concerns for the bidder and the city’s protections for subcontractors. Councilmember Reynolds asked whether outstanding items remain from prior La Riviera projects, including unresolved punch‑list work, unpaid subcontractors, and absent final inspections. Crystal (city staff) said La Riviera was the lowest responsible bidder after the apparent low bid was found irregular; staff will enforce lien‑release requirements and the city’s construction‑engineering and inspection (CEI) contract with the airport engineer will provide on‑site monitoring.

Lindsay (city procurement/engineering) said the Federal Aviation Administration requires an independent fee estimate (IFE) and advertising; for this project the IFE was about $4,000 and advertising was under $1,000. The staff memo included a $10,000 administrative line for the IFE and advertising as a maximum; Lindsay told council the final IFE and advertising expense will be less and that project savings are expected.

Project details presented show the ponds will collect and retain stormwater runoff from the west side of the airport, including drainage that currently discharges to Mason Creek. Per FAA specifications, the ponds are designed to drain within 48 hours (staff said typical storms will clear in under 12 hours) and will be sited on the south side of the runway adjacent to city hangars. Crystal confirmed the project is included in a pending FY25 budget amendment.

Council approved the award by roll call after staff confirmed CEI oversight, standard contract administration protections (including lien releases on pay applications), and a commitment to secure final inspections. Staff will complete the procurement paperwork and execute the contract subject to those protections.

The project is part of airport stormwater management improvements intended to keep runoff on airport property and to reduce discharge to Mason Creek.","Nampa awarded a $1,429,835.10 contract to La Riviera Inc. to construct stormwater ponds at the Nampa Municipal Airport; council pressed staff on oversight, lien releases for subcontractors and FAA construction engineering and inspection (CEI) provisions.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_46":104,"_48":105,"_50":106,"_52":107,"_54":55,"_56":57,"_58":108,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":109,"_66":67,"_68":69,"_70":67,"_71":72,"_73":72},6198547,"Nampa council approves Swainson’s Hawk Arbor annexation, adds conditions on access and construction",2810,5671000,8481000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3846329-e2b0e0b2991dc4a509e2c818cabed1c4&start=5671&end=8481","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3846329-e2b0e0b2991dc4a509e2c818cabed1c4/thumbnail_5671000.jpg","/articles/6198547/Nampa/Canyon-County/Idaho/Nampa-council-approves-Swainsons-Hawk-Arbor-annexation-adds-conditions-on-access-and-construction","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6198547-9eb7be9c8353b866e6afbcdd6268660a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771162758&Signature=cE24Mw5PE2fvJ0mRiK48jP19KFAlP2uU~xA2gtEUQtrroJnOdbOFsqyxX0ybEA4tVTgORKMupTIKXV18VUJCMtcCPcMqAjOxCMO26nUijxFyckqgh1JK1ZSTbKiiOw0Spn-Yo6NfdoNCSL~n3kasVNvtUUoBMCKp~IzJ8bpZYjz-ILpLf8BbUEhstyn4wO9IWlWXal9yktU8INgV3x~GFtmSBUYzoYpfyv2lJuI7aX5Ee0xDg~Gmbhjpx3PdpIlQg0kB-~gWPV3EXjks~l1aiPAOxjEC0zaI~7Ol0~aU-qTwxNZqjeuyfDIBdERL4MJMEBggfrPAaIZnWDMMSOtwtQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Nampa City Council approved annexation and RS-6 zoning for the 39.42-acre Swainson’s Hawk Arbor project on a 6–3 vote June 3, after the developer acquired a small right-of-way parcel and revised the phasing plan.

The approval directs Trilogy Development to construct a 146‑lot subdivision with about 6 acres of open space and a roughly 5‑acre central park that must be built in Phase 1, plus a 10‑foot sidepath and street-width improvements along Greenhurst. Councilmembers also added conditions limiting regular construction traffic on neighborhood local streets and preventing a curb cut from a new local road onto an adjacent outparcel unless that outparcel is redeveloped.

The applicant, Jeff Bauer of Boise, told council that negotiations since the April denial had secured the previously outstanding right of way and that the revised phasing puts the Glasgow stub and the central park in the first phase so new residents have the amenity immediately.

Rodney (Planning & Zoning staff) and Christie (planning staff) said the application meets annexation criteria — contiguity, owner consent and consistency with the city’s medium‑density land‑use designation — and noted engineering and transportation conditions in the staff report. Council members raised traffic, driveway/access management for the neighboring outparcel, and compatibility with existing single‑story homes.

Members of the public urged limits on construction traffic using Belknap Drive and other neighborhood streets. Resident Terry Poiser and Maurice (Morris) Sugar asked that construction access be managed to avoid repeated truck traffic through local streets; another resident, David Cox, urged the council to drive the local streets and assess suitability for heavy vehicles.

Councilmember Bills said the city and applicant had addressed prior concerns and emphasized the importance of connectivity to the north. The council specifically required that (1) park and outparcel frontage improvements be included in Phase 1, (2) the outparcel have no access from the new internal local street until it redevelops, and (3) routine construction access be restricted from using neighborhood streets while allowing access when necessary for paving and related operations. The motion to approve carried with Rodriguez and Jangula recorded as voting no.

The council also directed staff to ensure the recorded right‑of‑way deed is in order and that construction‑traffic provisions be enforceable in the development agreement.

Pending tasks include final engineering, recording of the plat and execution of the development agreement with the conditions the council attached.","After previously denying the project, the City Council voted to annex and zone 39.42 acres for the Swainson’s Hawk Arbor subdivision, approving 146 lots with conditions requiring early park and street work, limiting construction access and restricting driveway access to an outparcel.","actionData","errors"]

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