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City Council Meeting - Media
Published: Jun 22, 2026
Council Adopts Ordinance Allowing Waiver of Term Limits for Advisory Boards
The City Council adopted Ordinance 2026-007, which creates a council-approved waiver process for term limits on advisory boards and commissions. This ordinance addresses situations where specific expertise is needed, or when there are difficulties filling certain positions. The ordinance allows the council greater flexibility to waive term limits on a case-by-case basis, ensuring continuity and retaining valuable members, especially for projects that span longer than standard terms. The motion to dispense with reading rules and put the ordinance on third and final reading was made by Chris Reed and seconded by Sherry Vollmer. The motion to approve was made by Chris Reed and seconded by Grayson Stone. The vote was unanimous, six to zero.
Library Funds Reallocated for Technology and Security Upgrades
The City Council approved reallocating $82,548 in unexpended funds from the completed library ADA bathroom project to two library improvement projects. The first project involves a technology refresh for staff computers and public technology, with an allocation of $52,548. The second project uses $30,000 to expand access controls to the five main entry doors of the library and two Idaho room doors, with any remaining funds to be used for other library doors. The motion to approve the reallocation was made by Ruth Pierce and seconded by Chris Reed. The vote was unanimous, six to zero.
Parks and Recreation Department Updates Council on Projects and Operations
The Parks and Recreation Department presented an update on various projects and departmental operations. Key highlights include the completion of the Shoshone Falls project, improvements to the library's underwater lights, the ongoing development of the Priory Fish Hatchery site with demolition and public access improvements, the completion of access near the gun club to the Canyon Rim Trail, and the construction of new restrooms at Frontier Park and another park. Additionally, the department is working on Phase two of playground development in a historic park, Phase three of a plaza enclosure, and the near completion of the Canyon Trail Junction project which includes doubled parking. Harmon Park is undergoing upgrades with new tennis and pickleball courts, and Vista Benita Park is under construction with a sports field and parking. The department also highlighted its efficient operations, doing more with less staff and resources compared to similar-sized agencies nationally.
City Council Adopts Ordinance Amending Zoning Title
The City Council adopted Ordinance 26-06, amending the city's zoning title. The ordinance addresses grammatical errors, scrivener errors, and misaligned regulations found after the complete rewrite of the zoning title in January. It also incorporates updates required by the state legislature. The ordinance was recommended for approval by the Planning Zoning Commission on April 14, 2026, and approved by the council on May 18, 2026, authorizing the working on an ordinance. The motion to dispense with reading rules and put the ordinance on third and final reading was made by Chris Reed and seconded by Ruth Pierce. The motion to approve was made by Chris Reed, and the second was by Grayson Stone. The vote was unanimous, six to zero.
Twin Falls to Explore Advanced Energy Opportunities via Idaho Consortium
The City Council authorized the submission of an information gathering municipal interest and readiness form to the Idaho Advanced Energy Consortium. This initiative aims to identify communities interested in advanced nuclear energy, including reactors and microreactors, and gauge general interest in the broader advanced energy industry. The form is non-binding and serves to utilize resources from the consortium for education on advanced energy solutions. The motion to authorize the submission was made by Ruth Pierce and seconded by Sherry Vollmer. The vote was unanimous, six to zero.
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