February 19, 2026 – Council Minutes

MINUTES                                                 

RIGBY CITY COUNCIL

THURSDAY February 19^TH, 2026

7:00 PM

Mayor Nichole Weight called the meeting to order.

The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Councilman Howe.

The prayer by Councilman Stone.

ROLL CALL ATTENDANCE:

Councilwoman Melanie Allen                  Present

Councilman Kevin Bradshaw                  Present

Councilman Alex Espinosa                     Present

Councilman Timothy Howe                     Present

Councilman Reed Stone                         Present

Councilwoman Tonya Hillman                Present

ALSO PRESENT-

City Attorney, Sam Angell

Public Works Director, Mitch Bradley

Police Chief, Allen Fullmer

Library Director, Brittney Fielding

Planning and Zoning Administrator – Ione Hansen

Public comment–

No Comments

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 – February 5^th, 2026    
2. Accounts Payable- February 2026

Councilwoman Allen made the motion to Approve the Consent Agenda, seconded by Councilman Stone.

Motion carried unanimously.

Councilman howe made a motion to move Item 2: informational item: Isabelle Sanchez, Migrant Liaison from SD 251 – Foster Care and Migrants, to after Action Item 4: Consider Approval for Day’s Impact Service Club to Use South Park on May 16th for the 2nd Annual “Cross the Finish Line for Cancer” Fundraiser, Seconded by Councilman Espinosa.

Motion carried unanimously.

ACTION ITEM: Consider Approval to Adopt Resolution 230-2026 – A Resolution Adopting the 2026 Rigby City Library Fee Schedule

Mrs. Fielding explained that the proposed fee increases are intended to offset the loss of penny‑rounding in cash transactions and to cover rising costs of paper, ink, and other materials used in library operations.

Councilman Stone made the motion to Approve Resolution 230-2026 – A Resolution Adopting the 2026 Rigby City Library Fee Schedule, seconded by Councilman Bradshaw.

Motion carried unanimously.

ACTION ITEM:Consider Approval for Day’s Impact Service Club to Use South Park on May 16th for the 2nd Annual “Cross the Finish Line for Cancer” Fundraiser

lese Weight and Jace Elsworth explained that they are members of the Day’s Impact Service Club at Rigby High School and are requesting use of Rigby South Park, including the grounds and electricity, for their annual fundraising event. Last year the club raised $2,000 for the American Cancer Society in memory of a teacher who passed away from cancer. They are requesting use of the park on May 16th from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for this year’s event.

Councilwoman Hillman made the motion to Approve Day’s Impact Service Club to use the South Park on May 16^th for the 2^nd Annual “Cross the Finish Line for Cancer” Fundraiser and Waive All Fees, seconded by Councilwoman Allen.

INFORMATIONAL ITEM: Isabelle Sanchez, Migrant Liaison from SD 251 – Foster Care and Migrants 

Isabelle Sanchez presented a PowerPoint overview of the McKinney‑Vento Program, which supports students who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. She explained that this includes children living in shelters, motels, campers, experiencing homelessness, or staying doubled‑up with other families due to loss of housing or economic hardship. She outlined the services provided through the program, including transportation assistance, school supplies, immediate enrollment, the ability to remain in the same school, access to school meals, and participation in school programs.

She also discussed data on how homelessness affects student graduation rates and overall well‑being. The presentation concluded with information on local Section 8 housing availability, community resources, and how families can locate and access these supports. The City will be providing a QR code linking directly to the City’s website as an additional point of contact for residents and visitors.

ACTION ITEM:Consider Approval of the Joint Powers Agreement with Jefferson County for Building and Inspection Services

Milton Ollerton and John Senn from Jefferson County Planning and Zoning explained that the County is hiring additional journeyman inspectors to expand coverage for mechanical (HVAC), plumbing, and electrical inspections. They stated that Jefferson County is now able to provide these services directly and would like the City to enter into an agreement allowing the County to perform these inspections within the city limits rather than relying on the State. The City will need to publish the proposed ordinance related to the inspection‑services agreement with Jefferson County. The agreement and draft ordinance were submitted to the Council for review.

Councilman Stone made the motion to Approve the Joint Powers Agreement with Jefferson County for Building and Inspection Services, seconded by Councilwoman Hillman.

roll call vote:

Councilman Stone –                 Yes

Councilwoman Hillman –       Yes 

Councilman Bradshaw –         Yes

Councilman Howe –                  Yes  

Councilwoman Allen-              Yes

Councilman Espinosa –          Yes

ACTION ITEM:Consider Approval to Extend Water Lines on 4100E at 400 N

Mr. Bradley reported that he received another inquiry regarding a proposed church on the east side of Highway 20 near 400 North. He noted that the City’s large well is located on 4100 East, and a subdivision is also planned north of the well on 4100. He explained that the developer, Rick Miller, would like City water service to the subdivision, and the church would also require service. The City could extend water from 4100 and create a looped connection to serve both the subdivision and the church. Although neither property is within city limits, both are located in the impact area, and Mr. Bradley requested Council approval to allow water service to these developments. He clarified that all costs for infrastructure and extensions would be paid entirely by the developers, not the City.

Council asked about the water‑system demand. Mr. Bradley stated that his primary concern is storage capacity, and he is currently working on solutions. Development is expected to begin soon, with approximately 80 lots planned for this year and a total of 185 lots in the full build‑out. The developer indicated that constructing their own system would be costly and that they prefer to connect to the City’s long‑term water plan. The subdivision will provide its own pressurized irrigation system and septic.

Councilman Stone made the motion to Approve to Extend Water Lines on 4100E at 400 N, seconded by Councilwoman Allen,

ACTION ITEM:Consider Approval for AT&T Proposal to Install a Monopole in the Area of the old Rigby Water Tank (Cont.)

Councilman Stone stated that Rigby City Code 10‑8‑6 establishes several procedural and technical requirements for wireless communication towers that the current proposal does not meet. He noted that no formal application or supporting packet had been submitted to demonstrate compliance with the applicable code sections. He outlined the requirements, including: administrative flexibility allowing only a 50 % reduction in setbacks, a limit of one tower per site, a required 1,500‑foot separation between tower sites, and a maximum height of 150 feet designed to accommodate three or more users. He added that the applicant’s plan to approach a second user group does not meet the multi‑user requirement. He also referenced the setback standards requiring a distance equal to 75% of the tower height from property lines and450 feet from residential zoning. The Mayor stated that the proposal does not meet the City’s code requirements and should be submitted through the Planning and Zoning process for proper review.

 Councilwoman Allen made the motion to Deny the Approval for the AT&T Proposal with the invitation that they can look at the codes and zoning and take the proper channels, seconded by Councilman Bradshaw.

Action Item- Adjournment

Councilman Howe made the motion to Adjournment, seconded by Councilman Espinosa.

Motion carried unanimously.

APPROVED__________________________________

                       Nichole Weight, Mayor

Attest__________________________

            Kiesha Keller, City Clerk

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