Pocatello City Council Work Session 07 09 26

The City of Pocatello held a City Council Work Session on July 9, 2026, covering a range of community and development topics. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on zoning code amendments driven by recent state legislation affecting manufactured homes, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and starter home subdivisions. The council reviewed proposed changes to allow smaller manufactured homes, modify ADU size and parking requirements, and mandate starter home subdivisions with specific lot sizes and setbacks. Staff emphasized the need to balance state mandates with local community character and discussed plans to engage a consultant for a comprehensive zoning code rewrite. Additionally, the council discussed the development of a capital improvement plan (CIP) to better manage deferred maintenance and prioritize city infrastructure projects. An RFP for a consultant to assist with the CIP was planned for reissuance, with an estimated cost of around $150,000, to be funded from the general fund reserves. Updates on economic development efforts, sidewalk improvements, beautification projects, airport development grants, and other city priorities were also provided, highlighting ongoing capital projects and funding strategies. No contract awards or vendor selections were finalized during this session, but several action items related to future procurement and budgeting were identified.