On the agenda: Pocatello meeting — DATA CENTER (Sep 10)

AGENDA

CITY OF POCATELLO
CITY COUNCIL WORK
SESSION
SEPTEMBER 10, 2026

• 9:00 AM

COUNCIL CHAMBERS | 911 NORTH 7TH AVENUE
The meeting will be live-streamed at https://streaming.pocatello.gov/ and available on
Sparklight Cable channel 56

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1. ROLL CALL
2. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION UPDATE
Representatives from the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) will
discuss the Commission’s goals and projects, as well as Council’s
policies and expectations. (ACTION ITEM)

3. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION UPDATE
Representatives from the Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss
the Commission’s goals and projects, as well as Council’s policies and
expectations. (ACTION ITEM)

3. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION UPDATE
Representatives from the Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss
the Commission’s goals and projects, as well as Council’s policies and
expectations. (ACTION ITEM)

4. WPC COLLECTIONS SYSTEM MASTER PLAN UPDATE
Water Pollution Control (WPC) staff members and Consor Engineering
representatives will be present to provide a comprehensive briefing
regarding the most recent updates to the City’s Collection System Master
Plan and receive Council feedback. (ACTION ITEM)
Documents:
AGENDA-ITEM-4.PDF

5. PROPOSED SEPTEMBER FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET
AMENDMENTS
Finance Department staff members will be in attendance to present to
Council detailed information on proposed Fiscal Year 2026 September
Budget amendments for the public hearing to be held September 17,
2026. (ACTION ITEM)
Documents:
AGENDA-ITEM-5.PDF

6. 429 WASHINGTON AVENUE PROJECT UPDATE AND
NEXT STEPS
City staff members will be present to provide an update on the abatement
work at 429 Washington Avenue and receive Council direction on next
steps for the property. (ACTION ITEM)

7. FORE GOLF CONTRACT WAIVER REQUEST
Representatives from Fore Golf will be present to discuss their request to
waive the allowable operating expense Western CPI limit for the remainder
of the Golf Concessionaire Agreement. Fore Golf is asking the limit be
waived for four (4) seasons between 2025 to 2028. A one-time reestablishment of the allowable operating expense for the 2024 season in
the amount of $1,231,327.00 was granted at the October 2, 2025 Council
Meeting. (ACTION ITEM)
Documents:
AGENDA-ITEM-7.PDF

8. DATA CENTER DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS

AGENDA-ITEM-7.PDF

8. DATA CENTER DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
Planning and Development Services staff members will be present to
discuss Council’s direction regarding regulations for Data Center
developments. (ACTION ITEM)

9. COUNCIL ADVISORY BOARD UPDATES
This time has been set aside for the Mayor and Council members to give
an update regarding recent advisory board activities.

10. ADJOURN

Water Pollution Control

Agenda item #4

Executive Summary

September 1, 2026
To:

Mayor Dahlquist and City Council

From: Levi Adams, WPC Superintendent
Re:

Collection System Master Plan

WPC and Consor Engineering will provide a comprehensive briefing to the Mayor and City Council regarding the
most recent updates to the City’s Collection System Master Plan. This discussion will outline key findings,
recommended improvements, and priority projects aimed at maintaining system reliability, supporting future
growth, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The update will also highlight infrastructure needs, anticipated
capital investments, and strategies to enhance overall system performance. This presentation is intended to
keep City leadership fully informed and prepared to guide future decisions related to the collection system.

10733 N. Rio Vista Road
P.O. Box 4169
Pocatello, ID 83205-4169

Office: (208) 234-6254
www.pocatello.gov

Pocatello Collection
System Master Plan
City Council Presentation
Brad Mercure, PE | Consor

Plan Acknowledgements
Significant Contributions were made by the following staff:
City of Pocatello
•

Levi Adams, Water Pollution

Consor
•

Control Superintendent
•
•
•
•

•

Engineer

•

Systems Technician

Brad Mercure, PE, Project
Engineer

•

Will Kirby, PE, Project Engineer
Dennis Galinato, PE, Senior
Engineer

Isaac Gonzalez, Collection
Brett Van Brunt, WPC Utility

David Stangel, PE, Project

•

Manager

Austin Suing, PE, Senior
Engineer
Skyler Allen, PE, Senior
System Supervisor

V&A Consulting
Engineers

•

Morgan Steinberg, Technical
Writing Editor

James Fisher, PE, Project
Manager

•

Angel Mejia, PE, Flow
Monitoring

Overall Agenda
 Overview
 Purpose of the Plan
 Existing System Overview
 Population Projections

Collection System
 Analysis
 Recommended Improvements (CIP)
 Cost Summary

Feedback & Next Steps

Collection System
Master Plan

Plan Chapters Overview
1
2
3
4
5
6

Executive Summary
Existing System Description
Population and Load Projections

System Analysis and Condition Assessment
Operations and Maintenance
Capital Improvement Program

High Level Takeaways
• The collection system has no existing capacity issues.
• Growth (particularly Northgate) is the primary driver for future improvements.
• Aging lift stations need continued rehabilitation and replacement.

• The City’s O&M program is strong but needs continued investment.
• Flow-based triggers at specific locations in the system will guide project timing
• The Plan meets regulatory requirements.

Purpose of Plan
➢ Updates the prior 2012 CSMP and 2019 CSMP Amendment,
which focused on addressing growth in the Northgate Area

➢ Provides an assessment of the current capacity and condition of
the wastewater collection system
➢ Develops 10 and 20-year flow projections to assess future
infrastructure needs

➢ Identifies a structured and implementable 20-year Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP).
➢ Addresses Idaho DEQ’s regulatory requirements for collection
system planning - approved without any required changes

Service Area and System Description
➢ The collection system serves about 60,000 people within the
Urban Service Boundary.
➢ The system is divided into 19 sewer basins, plus future service
areas such as Johnny Creek, Northgate, and the City of Inkom.

➢ Approximately 250 miles of sewer pipe, 24 lift stations, and
multiple major interceptors.
➢ The City also serves a number of large industrial dischargers,
such as Amy’s Kitchen, and Great Western Malting.

Service Area Population Projections

City Population
(UGB) @ 1% AAGR
Northgate
Population
Population Outside
City Limits

Total

Existing
(2025)

2035

2045

Buildout

57,004

62,133

66,916

-

3,000

9,000

15,000

29,511

0

206

412

-

60,004

71,339

82,328

-

2045 Growth Areas Map

Collection System Analysis Approach
Background and Data Collection
• Builds upon the 2012 CSMP and the 2019 CSMP amendment.
• Incorporates updated GIS mapping, flow monitoring, hydraulic modeling, and condition
assessments.

Model Update and Calibration
• Capacity evaluation using hydraulic model.
• Refined model network with updated GIS and as-built data.
• Calibrated model using Spring 2025 flow monitoring.
• Model scenarios include Existing (2025), 10-year (2035), 20-year (2045), and Buildout
conditions for Northgate.

Collection System Analysis Approach (cont.)
Flow Projections
• Future flows based on population and forecasts from large industrial users.
• Accounted for infiltration and inflow (I&I) contributions.

Capacity Evaluation
• Assessed hydraulic capacity of gravity pipes, lift stations, and force mains.
• Identified capacity deficiencies where:
• Pipe capacity approached 80% for dry-weather flows.
• Hydraulic grade line approaches manhole rim for wet-weather flows.
• Pump stations evaluated for firm capacity and force main velocities.

Collection System Analysis Approach (cont.)
Buildout Concepts – Long-Range Wastewater Conveyance
• Multiple long-range conveyance options were evaluated for Northgate buildout:
• Westward trunk crossing I-15 toward Bullock Street
• Regional gravity option routed through Chubbuck
• Upsizing within the existing East Griffith / Scardino Park / Saratoga corridor
• Incremental improvements in sections of the corridor through 2045 with
additional improvements beyond 2045 for buildout.

Collection System Analysis Approach (cont.)

Collection System Analysis Approach (cont.)
Lift Station Condition Assessment
• A condition assessment was completed for all 24 wastewater lift stations, reviewing:
• Structural and site conditions
• Equipment age and reliability
• Corrosion and safety
• Accessibility and ease of maintenance
• Electrical code variances
• City-noted operational deficiencies

Collection System Analysis Findings
➢ No existing (2025) capacity deficiencies in gravity mains.
➢ Growth-driven capacity issues are projected in several key areas by 2045, including:
o East Griffith → Churchill Downs / Saratoga corridor
o Scardino Park / I-15 crossing
o Monte Vista Drive
➢ Only two lift stations—McKinley (2035) and Indian Hills (currently being improved)—
show capacity constraints.

Deficiencies Map

Collection System Analysis Findings
Buildout Concepts
• Bullock Street and Chubbuck routes require deeper excavation, longer pipelines, and higher
cost/complexity.
• Current analysis indicates the existing system corridor with targeted upsizing is the most practical
and cost-effective long-term solution.
• These alternatives—especially the gravity main through Chubbuck—should be revisited after the
20-year planning period as Northgate continues to develop.
• The McKinley force main is a key constraint: it will be near capacity limits at 20-year flows.

Lift Station Condition Assessment
• Several older stations are nearing end of life and will require strategic replacement.
• Newer stations are generally in good condition and need only routine maintenance.
• The assessment provides a clear, prioritized roadmap for repairs, upgrades, and replacements to
maintain long-term system reliability.

Improvement Projects
General Overview
• The CIP addresses deficiencies identified in the collection system.
• Prioritized based on capacity issues, condition, pipe age, maintenance needs, and
anticipated development.
• Implementation: near-term (0–10 years), long-term (11–20 years).
• Cost estimates are preliminary with a 30% contingency and include engineering,
legal, and administrative fees.

Recommended Alternatives/ Improvements
Collection System:
(0-10 years)
• Indian Hills Force Main Replacement (currently under design)
• Lift Station and Land Acquisition Studies
o McKinley Lift Station structural study and land acquisition study
o Philibin Lift Station hydraulic study related to McKinley Lift Station Upgrade
o Hoffman and Bannock Highway lift station land acquisition study

o Parallel gravity main easement acquisition study to serve Northgate area

• McKinley Lift Station Capacity Upgrade – to accommodate future Northgate growth in particular

Recommended Alternatives/ Improvements
Collection System:
(11-20 years)
• Gravity main upsizing and parallel main in Northgate drainage path
• Monte Vista Drive diversion

(Additional projects prior to 2045)
• Lift station replacements at Sleepy Hollow, Hoffman, Bannock Highway, and Clinton
• Miscellaneous lift station condition-based projects
• Contractor led 24-inch and larger CCTV inspection to be completed twice in the 20-year planning
period
• Annual pipe rehabilitation funding (currently $750k per year, increasing to $1M per year in year 11)
• Two CSMP updates at approximately 10-year intervals

Collection System Capital
Improvement Map

Sewer Operations and Maintenance
Recommendations include:
• Increase City led CCTV to complete inspection of piping less than 24-inch.
• Complete a contractor led CCTV inspection of 24-inch and larger pipes
(included in CIP).
• Install permanent influent flow meter at WPC Facility and McKinley force main.
• Update lift station SOPs and spare parts inventory.
• Expand sewer pipe lining program as older clay and concrete pipes age out.

Collection System Improvement Project Costs Summary
• Collection System Improvements and Maintenance Projects Totaling $49,248,000
o Addresses capacity restrictions and critical areas that need to be replaced.

Improvement Category
Near-Term (2025-2035) Improvements
First 5 years:
Long-Term (2035-2045) Improvements
Inflation +7.8% per year
TOTAL

Estimated Project Costs, 2025 Dollars
$25,233,000
$24,015,000
$49,248,000

Next Steps

• City Adoption of CSMP

• Questions?

Agenda Item #5

FY2026 Proposed September
Budget Amendments

This document provides detailed information on the proposed FY2026 September budget amendments
for the City of Pocatello.
A public hearing on the proposed budget amendments will be held at 6:00 pm on Thursday, September
17, 2026, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 911 North 7th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho 83201.
The City Council is scheduled to subsequently consider an amendment to the FY2026 Budget Ordinance
at the September 17, 2026 Council Meeting.

MEMORANDUM FOR: Mayor Dahlquist, Council Members & Citizen Stakeholders
FROM: Finance Department
SUBJECT: Proposed FY26 September Budget Amendments
DATE: August 25, 2026
Purpose: The purpose of this budget amendment is to authorize the use of newly awarded funds,
incorporate adjustments that have arisen since adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget.
General: Each fiscal year, it becomes necessary for the City to amend the adopted budget to
reflect unanticipated grants, newly identified funding sources, operational changes, or Councilapproved projects that emerge after the original budget is passed. Even when funding has been
awarded or project direction has been provided, the City Council must formally authorize the
associated expenditures through the budget amendment process.
This process mirrors the requirements of the original budget adoption: publication of public
notices, a public hearing to allow for resident input, and final approval of an amended budget
ordinance by the City Council. This budget amendment includes adjustments needed to align
departmental appropriations with current-year activity, incorporate new resources, and close out
projects authorized by the Council.
Timeline: The proposed timeline for this September budget amendments is:
September 10, 2026
September 9, 2026
September 16, 2026
September 17, 2026

Presentation to Council at Work Session
Public notice #1 published
Public notice #2 published
City Council Public Hearing/ Ordinance for Council consideration

Why we amend:
The City of Pocatello periodically updates its adopted budget to ensure our financial plan remains
accurate, transparent, and aligned with current operational needs. These updates, known as
budget amendments, are necessary when new opportunities arise or when adjustments are
required after the budget has been approved.
Budget amendments often occur when the City receives new funding—such as state or federal
grants or when organizational changes take place. For example, when departments are
consolidated or restructured to improve efficiency, costs and revenues must be realigned to reflect
the new structure. Similarly, if the City receives new grant funding to support a public safety
initiative or improve community services, a budget amendment is required to add those funds and
authorize the related expenditures.
All budget amendments must be formally approved by the City Council in a public meeting. This
process ensures compliance with state law, maintains a balanced and accurate budget, and
provides transparency so residents can clearly see how resources are allocated and how
organizational changes support the City’s long-term goals.

Summary:
Current Budget (Amended June 2026)
Proposed Amendments
Total Proposed Amended Budget

$174,438,218
2,423,400
$176,861,618

f. Itemized details:

Amendment #

Department / Fund Description

Fund

Revenue Source

1

General Fund

001

Reserves/Grant Revenue

2

Cemetery

005

Reserves

3

Fleet Fund

051

Additional Revenue
Received/Reserves

4

Employee Wellness

053

Reserves

5

Worker Compensation

056

Reserves

6

Fire Capital

075

Reserves

7

Police Grant Fund

088

Reserves

Total

Authority Ask

Budget Amendment Explanation

$1,577,000.00 Increase General Fund budget authority using available reserves plus grant money to address
additional expenditures and equipment purchases.
$60,000.00 Increase budget authority using available Cemetery reserves to cover unanticipated FY2026
expenditures, including vehicle and equipment repairs, increased utility costs, and cemetery
landscaping improvements related to irrigation and turf health.
$480,000.00 Increase Fleet Services budget authority by $480,000 due to higher-than-anticipated repair costs and
the increased scope of repairs. Additional revenue and expenditure authority is needed to cover
projected activity through the remainder of FY2026.
$15,500.00 The Employee Wellness Fund is requesting additional budget authority to cover FY2026 expenditures.
Actual wellness costs increased significantly from FY2025 to FY2026 and exceeded the budgeted
appropriation. The FY2027 budget has been updated to reflect the higher level of anticipated
expenditures.
$175,000.00 Increase budget authority for Workers’ Compensation to cover anticipated claims for the remainder of
FY2026.
$90,000.00 Increase budget authority in Fund 075 to cover Fire Department capital expenditures, including the
purchase of a replacement vehicle for the Fire Chief, replacement of the roof at Fire Station #3, and
replacement of the air conditioning and heating unit at Fire Station #5. Existing budget authority in
Fund 075 will be used in conjunction with the additional budget authority requested.
$25,900.00 The Police Department is requesting to use available reserves in the Police Grant Fund to replace a
vehicle for the Narcotics Division. The requested budget amendment provides budget authority for
the vehicle replacement.
$2,423,400.00

FY2026 Budget
Fund / Department
General Fund

Budget
Proposed
Amendments
Amendments
(June 2026)
(September 2026)
$53,475,540
$1,577,000

Total Proposed
Amended Budget
$55,052,540

Liability Insurance Fund

$2,126,106

$2,126,106

Street Fund

$9,820,031

$9,820,031

Parks & Recreation

$3,914,072

$3,914,072

Cemetery

$622,589

$60,000

$682,589

Airport

$2,061,225

$2,061,225

Library

$2,355,514

$2,355,514

Transit Rural Fund

$1,581,072

$1,581,072

Pocatello Regional Transit - Urban

$4,552,999

$4,552,999

Business Improvement

$109,273

$109,273

Art Council

$10,300

$10,300

Emergency Repair

$41,200

$41,200

Sanitation Fund

$13,421,559

$13,421,559

Water Fund

$19,418,108

$19,418,108

Water Pollution Control

$14,750,168

$14,750,168

Ambulance Fund

$4,736,997

$4,736,997

Water Capacity Fee

$1,201,954

$1,201,954

Info Technology

$1,906,838

$1,906,838

Fleet Fund

$2,456,550

Utility Building

$1,754,415

Employee Wellness

$52,335

Public Works Fund

$1,101,946

Fuel

$1,262,843

Workers Compensation

$1,387,312

$480,000

$2,936,550
$1,754,415

$15,500

$67,835
$1,101,946
$1,262,843

$175,000

$1,562,312

Education Benefits

$54,636

$54,636

Animal Sheltor Bond

$238,842

$238,842

WPC Debt Service

$1,687,388

$1,687,388

Water Debt Service

$675,798

$675,798

Federal Aid Projects

$2,082,791

$2,082,791

Alternate Transportation

$1,724,090

$1,724,090

Airport Construction

$4,500,000

$4,500,000

Water Capital Projects

$2,651,036

$2,651,036

Fire Apparatus Capital

$83,393

Capital Improvements

$438,962

$90,000

$438,962

Grant Funds

$7,203,155

$7,203,155

Federal ARPA Grant

$3,839,072

$3,839,072

Police Designated Funds

$58,395

Police Retirement Trust

$791,681

$791,681

Government Payout

$824,000

$824,000

Airport PP Special

$39,609

$39,609

CDR Loan Trust

$38,200

$38,200

Parks Obligated
Property Abatement
Golf Capital Improvement
TOTAL CITY WIDE BUDGET

$25,900

$173,393

$84,295

$3,713

$3,713

$122,004

$122,004

$3,260,507
$174,438,218

$2,423,400

$3,260,507
$176,861,618

Agenda Item #7