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Twin Falls City Council Meeting - April 13, 2026

City Council — Monday, April 13, 2026

BodyTwin Falls, Idaho

SessionCity Council

DateMonday, April 13, 2026

StatusFILED

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Speaker 1

4:07

Okay, we'll go ahead and call the city council meeting for April 13th, 2026, to order and confirm that we have a quorum.

Unassigned speaker

4:18

All seven members of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.

Unassigned speaker

4:36

To

Speaker 2

4:36

the Republic for which it stands, one nation

Unassigned speaker

4:40

is

Speaker 2

4:42

liberty and justice for all.

Speaker 1

4:46

Thank

Unassigned speaker

4:46

you.

Speaker 1

4:48

We've got a couple more proclamations this week.

4:51

I'll uh go ahead and read read the first one.

4:56

Youth Appreciation Week 2026.

5:00

Whereas the vast majority of youth are concerned, knowledgeable, and responsible citizens, and whereas Optimus International and the Twin Falls Optimist Club have developed and promoted a program entitled Youth Appreciation Week.

5:16

And whereas the citizens of Twin Falls

Unassigned speaker

5:18

have

Speaker 1

5:19

indicated a desire to join the Optimists in expressing appreciation and approval for the contributions of youth.

5:27

Therefore, I, Jason Brown, proclaim the third week of April as Youth Appreciation Week in Twin Falls, Idaho.

5:37

By this action, let it be known that we have faith in the ability of today's youth as they assume responsible responsible roles in the future of mankind.

5:47

Definitely.

6:22

Thank you.

6:31

Okay, the next

Unassigned speaker

6:33

one.

Speaker 1

6:34

Neurodiagnostics week, April 19th through the 25th, 2026.

6:40

Whereas neurodiagnostic is the practice of analyzing and monitoring central

Unassigned speaker

6:45

and

Speaker 1

6:45

peripheral nervous system functions to promote the effective treatment of neurological diseases, injury, and impairments.

6:54

Whereas neurodiagnostic technologists play a paramount role in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of neurological conditions, including epilepsy, unexplained coma, sleep disorder, and spinal cord injuries, and whereas neurodiagnostic technologists contribute to surgical treatment by monitoring the central and peripheral nervous systems during high risk procedures, such as surgery for scoliosis, carotid artery disease, brain tumors, and spine trauma, thereby guarding against neurological complications during surgery and helping reduce risk of negative negative surgical outcomes such as paralysis or stroke.

7:41

And whereas neurodiagnostic technologists are engaged in lifelong learning, dedicated to a life of service and compassion, have the greatest respect for the worth and dignity of individuals, and are devoted to the best interest of the patient while providing the highest quality patient care.

8:00

Therefore, I, Jason Brown, mayor

Unassigned speaker

8:02

of

Speaker 1

8:02

the city of Twin Falls, do hereby proclaim the week of April nineteenth through the twenty-fifth, twenty twenty six as neurodiagnostics

Unassigned speaker

8:11

week.

Speaker 3

8:45

Hello.

Unassigned speaker

8:48

Thank

Speaker 3

8:48

you, Mayor Brown.

8:49

Thank you, Council.

8:51

Neurodiagnostics is a small and uh underrepresented field.

8:56

Last year, over three thousand community members received neurodiagnostic care here in Twin Falls.

9:04

The need continues to grow.

9:06

Nationally, there's a shortage of uh neurodiagnostic professionals.

9:11

Highlights the need to spread the word to expose, to attract and to recruit highly motivated and education or educated individuals

Unassigned speaker

9:21

to the

Speaker 3

9:21

field of neurodiagnostics here within our home city of Twin Falls.

Unassigned speaker

9:26

So this proclamation is a uh a meaningful and impactful step to do just that.

Speaker 1

9:32

Perfect.

Speaker 3

9:32

Thank you very much.

9:33

Thank

Speaker 1

9:33

you.

9:40

Okay, that brings us to our uh next agenda item, and that is items of consideration or item or consent calendar.

9:48

Sorry, was looking ahead.

9:50

Um one item that we need to remove is item four A needs to be removed from the approval tonight.

9:59

We will put those meeting minutes on the agenda for next week.

Speaker 4

10:05

Mayor, I move that we approve um items 4B through K.

Speaker 1

10:12

Uh Councilman Reed uh first.

10:14

Do I have a second?

10:15

Second.

Unassigned speaker

10:16

Uh

Speaker 1

10:16

councilwoman Pierce, second, all in or uh any further discussion.

10:21

Amy Roll call vote.

Speaker 5

10:26

Ruth Pierce?

10:27

Yes.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting

Water And Wastewater Management███████████████████████████27%

Procedural███████████████15%

Public Engagement████████████12%

Engineering And Infrastructure██████████10%

Zoning And Land Use█████████9%

Public Safety██████6%

Economic Development█████5%

Budget Equity Analysis████4%

Transportation Safety████4%

Summary of Proceedings

Twin Falls City Council Meeting - April 13, 2026

The Twin Falls City Council met on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM at 203 Main Ave E. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Jason Brown with all seven members present. The council approved a consent calendar, discussed several action items, heard public comments, and adjourned into executive session. The public hearing on a zoning district change was rescheduled to April 27, 2026.

Proclamations

Mayor Brown read and presented proclamations declaring the third week of April as Youth Appreciation Week and April 19-25 as Neurodiagnostics Week in Twin Falls.

Consent Calendar

The council approved items 4B through 4K (removing item 4A, the April 6 minutes, for next week) by a 7-0 vote. Approved items included:
- Accounts Payable for April 02-08, 2026.
- Special Event Permits for Cinco de Mayo Mother’s Day Fiesta, TFHS Choir Concert, Twin Falls Tonight, KTSY Summer Concert Series, Twin Falls Western Days, Chobani Summer Program, Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run, and Cirque Italia.
- Improvement Agreement for Believers Church public infrastructure.

Public Comments & Testimony

Maria Hernandez (Twin Falls resident) expressed gratitude to Officer Cervantes (badge 444) of the Twin Falls Police Department for professional assistance on April 12, 2026, and thanked Chief Matthew Hicks.
Matty Cameron (Twin Falls resident) addressed the council regarding the PSI discussion from the previous week, requesting consideration for the elderly and community when implementing policies.

Discussion Items

2026 Seal Coat Project – Chip Seal: Staff Engineer Sam O'Leary requested award to Boswell Asphalt Paving Solutions, Inc. for $1.6 million (under the $1.9 million budget). Discussion included cleanup and project lifespan (approximately 8 years). The council approved the award by a 7-0 vote. City Manager Rothweiler noted O'Leary recently passed her engineering licensure exam.
America250 in Idaho Celebration Fund Grant: Economic Development Director Shawn Barigar requested acceptance of a $2,500 grant to support patriotic events and an enhanced fireworks display for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The grant requires no local match. Council approved 7-0 to accept the grant and authorize the mayor to execute the agreement.
Amendment to Chapter 14 (Transient Merchants, Vendors, Peddlers, and Solicitors): Police Captain Brent Wright requested postponement to next week for paperwork adjustments; council agreed.
Alcohol Waiver (Idaho Statute 23-303): The council considered a waiver for Hong Kong Restaurant (163 Cheney Drive West) to sell beer/wine within 300 feet of Canyon Ridge High School. City Manager Rothweiler clarified the distance is property line to property line and the establishment abuts athletic fields. Council approved the waiver by a vote of 6-0-1 (Council Member Stone abstained due to a prior relationship with the business owner).
Additional Wastewater Reserve Funds: Environmental Manager Nathan Erickson requested $51,414.15 from wastewater reserves to cover fiscal year 2024-2025 contract overages for the OMI (Jacobs) contract operating the wastewater treatment plant and lift stations. The contract had a base of $3.9 million; overages were due to increased repair costs and reduced budget. Council approved the allocation 7-0.

Advisory Board Reports

Council Member Reid reported on Airport Advisory Commission: summer construction includes Northwest Apron rehabilitation.
Vice Mayor Hawkins reported on Public Arts Commission: progress in identifying city art and estimating initial and maintenance costs.
Council Member Murray reported on Public Library Commission: library closed April 20-25 for recarpeting and remodeling.
Mayor Brown reported on Greater Twin Falls Transportation: an open house workshop at Hilton Garden Inn on April 15 at 1:30 PM to discuss road funding and legislative impacts.

Key Outcomes

Consent Calendar: Approved 7-0 (items 4B-K).
Award of 2026 Seal Coat Project: Approved 7-0 to Boswell Asphalt Paving Solutions, Inc. for $1.6 million.
Acceptance of America250 Grant: Approved 7-0 to accept $2,500 grant and authorize mayor's signature.
Alcohol Sale Waiver: Approved 6-0-1 (Stone abstained) for Hong Kong Restaurant.
Wastewater Reserve Allocation: Approved 7-0 for $51,414.15 to Jacobs.
Executive Session: Council voted 7-0 to adjourn into executive session under Idaho Code § 74-206(1)(f) to discuss pending litigation. The meeting moved to executive session at 5:43 PM and regular meeting adjourned at 6:20 PM.

Meeting Transcript

Okay, we'll go ahead and call the city council meeting for April 13th, 2026, to order and confirm that we have a quorum. All seven members of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. To the Republic for which it stands, one nation is liberty and justice for all. Thank you. We've got a couple more proclamations this week. I'll uh go ahead and read read the first one. Youth Appreciation Week 2026. Whereas the vast majority of youth are concerned, knowledgeable, and responsible citizens, and whereas Optimus International and the Twin Falls Optimist Club have developed and promoted a program entitled Youth Appreciation Week. And whereas the citizens of Twin Falls have indicated a desire to join the Optimists in expressing appreciation and approval for the contributions of youth. Therefore, I, Jason Brown, proclaim the third week of April as Youth Appreciation Week in Twin Falls, Idaho. By this action, let it be known that we have faith in the ability of today's youth as they assume responsible responsible roles in the future of mankind. Definitely. Thank you. Okay, the next one. Neurodiagnostics week, April 19th through the 25th, 2026. Whereas neurodiagnostic is the practice of analyzing and monitoring central and peripheral nervous system functions to promote the effective treatment of neurological diseases, injury, and impairments. Whereas neurodiagnostic technologists play a paramount role in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of neurological conditions, including epilepsy, unexplained coma, sleep disorder, and spinal cord injuries, and whereas neurodiagnostic technologists contribute to surgical treatment by monitoring the central and peripheral nervous systems during high risk procedures, such as surgery for scoliosis, carotid artery disease, brain tumors, and spine trauma, thereby guarding against neurological complications during surgery and helping reduce risk of negative negative surgical outcomes such as paralysis or stroke. And whereas neurodiagnostic technologists are engaged in lifelong learning, dedicated to a life of service and compassion, have the greatest respect for the worth and dignity of individuals, and are devoted to the best interest of the patient while providing the highest quality patient care. Therefore, I, Jason Brown, mayor of the city of Twin Falls, do hereby proclaim the week of April nineteenth through the twenty-fifth, twenty twenty six as neurodiagnostics week. Hello. Thank you, Mayor Brown. Thank you, Council. Neurodiagnostics is a small and uh underrepresented field. Last year, over three thousand community members received neurodiagnostic care here in Twin Falls. The need continues to grow. Nationally, there's a shortage of uh neurodiagnostic professionals. Highlights the need to spread the word to expose, to attract and to recruit highly motivated and education or educated individuals to the field of neurodiagnostics here within our home city of Twin Falls. So this proclamation is a uh a meaningful and impactful step to do just that. Perfect. Thank you very much. Thank you. Okay, that brings us to our uh next agenda item, and that is items of consideration or item or consent calendar. Sorry, was looking ahead. Um one item that we need to remove is item four A needs to be removed from the approval tonight.

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