November 6, 2025 – Council Minutes

RIGBY CITY COUNCIL

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2025

7:00 PM

The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Councilman Wilder and the prayer by Councilman Stone.

ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE:

Councilman Mike Wilder                         Present

Councilwoman Becky Harrison               Present

Councilman Alex Espinosa                     Present

Councilman Timothy Howe                     Present

Councilman Reed Stone                         Present

Councilwoman Tonya Hillman                Absent

ALSO PRESENT-

City Attorney, Sam Angell

Director Of Public Works, Mitch Bradley (via telephone)

Planning and Zoning Administrator, Ione Hansen

Police Chief, Allen Fullmer

Public comment-

Nino Penguera inquired about plans to move the existing skate park from the fairgrounds area to Wilson Park. Mr. Penguera offered his services when the time comes.

Adam Hall suggested Council Members deserve a raise.

Action Item – CONSENT AGENDA

The following business items may be approved by one motion and a vote.  If any one member of the Council so desires, any matter listed can be moved to a separate agenda item. 

1. Council Minutes – October 16, 2025    

Councilwoman Harrison made the motion to Approve the Minutes for October 16, 2025, seconded by Councilman Espinosa. Councilman Wilder Abstained.

• Council Work Meeting Minutes October 23- Water Meeting

Councilwoman Harrison made the motion to Approve the Minutes for October 23 with the change of Councilman Stone being absent, 2025, seconded by Councilman Howe. Councilman Stone, Councilman Espinosa, and Councilman Wilder Abstained.

• Accounts Payable- October 2025

Councilman Howe made the motion to Approve the Accounts Payable October 2025 in the amount of $39,651.02, seconded by Councilman Stone,

roll call vote:

Councilman Timothy Howe –       Yes                   

Councilman Alex Espinosa –        Yes              

Councilwoman Becky Harrison –  Yes

Councilman Mike Wilder –            Yes

 Councilman Reed Stone –           Yes

ACTION ITEM: Consider Approval to Publication Ordinance Amendment 2025-659 – An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No 2020-601 Regarding RV Park Regulations

Council discussed potential modifications to the ordinance governing RV park stays. The current ordinance allows a maximum stay of three months, with possible extensions subject to mayoral approval. Members noted enforcement challenges in tracking long-term residents and debated whether to remove time restrictions entirely or strengthen enforcement mechanisms. Proposed solutions included requiring parks to post stay limits, establishing a warning system, and adding misdemeanor penalties for violations.

TABLED

DISCUSSION ITEM: Presentation of Updated Impact Zoning Map from Jefferson County

Council discussed the updated Impact Zoning Map received from Jefferson County. Mayor Datwyler shared the input he had previously discussed with the County and asked Council for any additional comments. Councilman Wilder requested that two blocks to the east of the current proposed Impact Zone be added. Ms. Hansen noted she would be meeting with the County the following day and would raise the request.

ACTION ITEM: Consider Approval of Notice of Award – Highway 48 Water Line Replacement

Mr. Bradley was unable to attend the meeting in person but was contacted by phone to provide clarification on this agenda item. He explained that the original award notice to Trico had been cancelled and recommended awarding the project to the second bidder, Edstrom’s. He noted that payment for materials should be made as soon as possible to secure current pricing, with the project scheduled to continue in the spring.

Councilman Wilder made the motion to Approve the Bid to Edstrom Construction on Highway 48 in the amount of $920,594.50, seconded by Councilman Stone,

roll call vote:

Councilwoman Becky Harrison –   Yes     

Councilman Reed Stone –              Yes

Councilman Mike Wilder –             Yes          

Councilman Timothy Howe –         Yes                

Councilman Alex Espinosa –         Yes             

ACTION ITEM PUBLIC HEARING: Proposed Moratorium on Annexation

For: None

Against: None

Neutral: None

Mayor closed the Public Hearing and turned it over to Council to discuss.

Council Discussion

Recap of October 16^th meeting and update on drafts for Ordinances for Annexation.

ACTION ITEM: Ordinance No 2025-658 – Establishing Moratorium on Annexation

Councilwoman Harrison made the motion to Adopt Ordinance No 2025-658 any Further Readings Beyond the First Reading of Title and Summary Due to Lack of Concern from Residents, seconded by Councilman Stone,

roll call vote:

Councilman Reed Stone –              Yes

Councilman Mike Wilder –             Yes          

Councilman Timothy Howe –         Yes                

Councilman Alex Espinosa –         Yes             

Councilwoman Becky Harrison –   Yes     

ACTION ITEM: Consider Approval for Paid Holiday for Employees – Day After Thanksgiving

Chief Fullmer reported that other cities and counties provide the day after Thanksgiving as a paid holiday. He noted that the City currently observes 12 or 13 paid holidays, though not all federal holidays are included.

Councilman Wilder made the motion to Approve the Day After Thanksgiving as a Paid Holiday for all City of Rigby Staff, seconded by Councilman Espinosa.

All in favor say aye.

Action Item- Adjournment

Councilwoman Harrison motioned to Adjourn, seconded by Councilman Howe, motion carried. All in favor say aye.

APPROVED__________________________________

                       Richard Datwyler, Mayor

Attest__________________________

            Kiesha Keller, City Clerk

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