Coeur D'Alene committee approves records retention manual and River's Edge traffic plan

The General Services/Public Works Committee meeting held on July 7, 2025, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, focused on two main agenda items: amendments to the records retention manual and a contract approval for a traffic mitigation plan.

The meeting commenced with a report from Renata McLeod regarding updates to the city's records retention manual. McLeod explained that the state code mandates the existence of such a manual, which requires updates due to recent staffing changes. The committee unanimously approved the amendments, allowing the updated list of records custodians to be included in the manual.

The second significant topic was the approval of a contract with Dowell Engineers for a traffic mitigation plan related to the River's Edge Planned Unit Development (PUD). City Engineer Chris Bosway presented the request, noting that the plan was a condition of approval for a recent modification allowing more multifamily homes along the waterfront. Bosway emphasized that Dowell Engineers, selected from the city's shortlist, would handle the project, with the city initially covering costs that would later be reimbursed by the developer, Lance Douglas.

The committee discussed the contract's details, ensuring clarity on the reimbursement process. Following a supportive discussion, the committee voted to recommend the contract for approval by the full council, with a request from Council Member Gookin to place it on the regular agenda for further questions.

The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, reflecting a productive session focused on essential city governance matters.