Pocatello council approves land exchanges, pathway contract, sewer and park agreements; suspends childcare licensing fees pending state action

The Pocatello City Council approved a series of land exchanges, contracts and agreements and moved to suspend city childcare licensing fees while the state implements a recently enacted law.

Key actions approved at the meeting included: a pair of land exchanges for small city parcels, an award of the Monte Vista to Pocatello Creek Road pathway contract, a task order for wastewater work tied to the Indian Hills Lift Station, and professional services for the South Fifth Complete Streets and sewer project. The council also approved use agreements for Idaho State University’s Outdoor Adventure Center and for Southeast Idaho (SEI) Volleyball LLC and confirmed two mayoral appointments.

Land exchanges and parks - The council approved an exchange of a 0.113‑acre city parcel behind 2672 Hartford Drive to Creek Hollow/Pat Pappy in return for a different parcel, with staff recommending the trade to tidy lot lines and provide access to a walk path. Public‑works staff confirmed no written public comments were received. The motion carried on roll call with…