Minutes of The Price City Council Meeting

City Hall: Price, Utah


January 10, 1996, 5:30 p.m.



Present:

Mayor Lou Colosimo

Councilmembers:

Roy A. Nikas, Betty P. Wheeler, Steve Bringhurst, Stephen L. Denison, Joe L. Piccolo

Vernon W. Jones (Adminis. Assistant), Nick Sampinos (City Attorney), Joanne Lessar (City Recorder), Pat Larsen (Finance Director), Gary Sonntag (City Engineer), Cobb Johnson (Public Works Director), Aleck Shilaos (Chief of Police)

Others Present:
Kent Boyack, Kevin Ashby

Mayor Colosimo led the Pledge of Allegiance and welcomed the new Councilmembers.


1. MINUTES - December 13, 1995

Councilmember Nikas moved that the minutes of the December 13, 1995 meeting be approved as written. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

2. SUN ADVOCATE - Ad For Energy Edition

Councilmember Wheeler moved that a 1/5 page ad in the amount of $117.50 be approved for the Sun Advocate Energy Edition to be published February 27, 1996. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

3. CARBON COUNTY - Building Permit Fees Waived

Councilmember Denison moved that building permit fees for Carbon County to remodel the old Carbon County Sheriff's office be waived. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

4. CARBON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - Program Ad For Membership Directory

Councilmember Wheeler moved that a full page ad in the amount of $181.00 be approved for the Carbon County Chamber of Commerce membership directory. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

5. KENT BOYACK, BOB POTTS - Change From Comnet To Cellular One

Councilmember Denison moved that Kent Boyack and Bob Potts be authorized to change their cellular phone system from Comnet to Cellular One. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

6. ST. PATRICKS DAY PARADE - Funding For Out of Town Bands and City Float Approved

Councilmember Piccolo moved that the City contribute $200 for travel costs to assist those bands traveling from out of town to participate in the St. Patricks Day Parade, that they be given complimentary tickets to the wave pool, and that the City sponsor a float in the parade. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.


7. PURCHASE OF CONCRETE FOR 1996 - Permission To Receive Bids

Councilmember Nikas moved that permission be given to receive bids for the purchase of concrete for 1996. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

8. 400 WEST REALIGNMENT - Public Hearing Scheduled

Councilmember Nikas moved that a public hearing be scheduled for Tuesday, February 6 at 7:00 p.m., at the Public Works Complex to receive comments on the proposed realignment of the 400 West Main Street intersection. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

9. LIBRARY REPAIR - Permission To Receive Bids

Councilmember Wheeler moved that permission be given to receive bids to repair damages to the library caused by rain water during the roof replacement. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

Councilmember Piccolo reported that in addition to the following items, the Planning and Zoning Commission tabled the request of Eddie Horvath to operate a wildlife refuge business. The Commission requested further information on this item.

10. HOME OCCUPIED BUSINESS - Castle Valley Steam & Pressure Cleaning, 504 East 400 South


Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to Russel Leighton II to operate a steam and pressure cleaning business out of his home located at 504 East 400 South. He moved that the business be approved upon payment of the business license fee. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

11. TERRY FRY - 53 South 700 East, Change of Use, Conditional Use Permit

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to Terry Fry to operate an arcade in the building formerly occupied by Big A Auto Parts located on 7th East, with the stipulation that he comply with the Uniform Building Code for exiting requirements and handicapped restrooms. He moved that the request be approved and that a conditional use permit be issued per the above stipulations. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

12. NIELSON USED CARS - 170 West 100 North, Conditional Use Permit - Tabled


Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to Jeff Nielson to operate a used car business from his father's building (Eastern Utah Produce) located at 170 West 100 North. The approval was for office space only. No cars are be located or stored at this location. This is also contingent on attendance at the next meeting for a sign permit. Councilmember Piccolo informed the Council that in order to procure a state-bonded dealership to sell used cars, the State requires that automobile dealerships have enough space to park 3 cars and provide 32 square footage of sign. This location cannot provide him with these requirements. As a site plan was not presented and there were several concerns, Councilmember Piccolo moved that this item be tabled for further information. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

13. ED SHOOK, SCOTT OLSEN, FRANCIS DUZENACK - Travel Approved

Mayor Colosimo presented the following travel requests and recommended approval.

Ed Shook - Crime Conference, Utah State Crime Lab, Jan 18,

19, Salt Lake

Scott Olsen - Basic Intoxilizer, Feb. 12-14, P.O.S.T.

Francis Duzenack - Utah Chapter, International Conference

of Building Officials, February 19-24, St. George

Councilmember Denison moved that the travel be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

14. TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF 7TH EAST 2ND NORTH (NARROW BRIDGE) - Approved

Police Chief Shilaos requested permission to close the 7th East 2nd North entrance over a narrow bridge that is located in this area. Over the years, there have been several accidents at this location, especially high school kids who like to accelerate on the gravel road. Sometimes the vehicles end up in the canal, which is usually full of water. The five people who live on this road do not object to this closure. Cobb Johnson is recommending a temporary wood barricade, indicating no outlet or a dead end street. It would remain open to foot traffic and bicycles. Councilmember Nikas moved that a wood barricade be placed on a temporary basis with the stipulation that the issue be reviewed should development take place. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

15. RELIANCE INSURANCE CO. - Non-Waiver Agreement, Water Leak Damage To City Hall Building

Cobb Johnson presented a Non-Waiver agreement with Reliance Insurance Co. pertaining to the waterline leak that caused cracks in the City Hall building. This non-waiver agreement authorizes the insurance company to investigate, negotiate, settle, deny or defend any claim arising out of this occurrence. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor be authorized to sign the documents. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

16. WATER EXPANSION PROJECT (10 MILLION GALLON WATER TANK CONSTRUCTION) - Build, Inc. - Partial Payment #5

Councilmember Piccolo moved that Partial Payment #5 in the amount of $217,152.78 be paid to Build, Inc., for work completed through December 31st on construction of the 10 million gallon water tank. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

17. STORM WATER DETENTION BASIN PROJECT - Committee Appointed

Gary Sonntag reported that a committee needs to be appointed to review the bids received for the Storm Water Detention Basin project. Bids were opened at the December 13, 1995 Council meeting. Mayor Colosimo recommended that a committee comprised of Councilmembers Nikas and Bringhurst, Cobb Johnson, Gary Sonntag, Vern Jones, and Dick Perea, be authorized to review the bids and given the power to award the contract. Councilmember Nikas moved that the committee be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

The Council discussed the need to request Federal funds for the Storm Water Detention Basin project. Councilmember Nikas moved that the City seek funding from the Community Impact Board, that a public hearing be held to receive comments, and that the request for funds include the detention basin and the total storm drain system along 8th North. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

18. BUDGET TRANSFERS - Approved

Pat Larsen requested permission to transfer money per the following list. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the transfer be approved as noted. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

$109,850 from the General Fund to the Library Fund

$ 11,250 from the Redevelopment Fund to the General Fund

$784,625 from the Electric Fund to the General Fund

$101,350 from the General Fund to the Swimming Pool Fund

$ 29,900 from the General Fund to the Capital Proj Fund

$ 16,588 from the General Fund to the Drug Task Force

$ 1,450 from the General Fund to Cops Fast Grant

19. BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS

The following business license applications were received:

Love Home Care, 430 South Carbon Avenue, Steve Love-Owner, Retail Medical Equipment (53) $50 Half Year Fee

Diagnostic Specialists, Inc., 23 South Carbon Avenue #9, Allan Roe, PHD., Psychological Services (80.9) $100

Councilmember Nikas moved that the businesses be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

The Council discussed the amount of the business license fees for video arcade businesses. Prior to changing the license fee schedule last year, amusement machines were licensed at $20/machine for only the first 10 machines. The present schedule assesses $10 for each machine regardless of how many. An amusement business operating 50 machines would pay a fee of $600; $100 for the amusement license and $10/machine. The Council directed that a committee consisting of Councilmembers Nikas and Piccolo, Police Chief Shilaos, and Joanne Lessar, review the issue and make a recommendation to the Council. Councilmember Denison will act as an alternate on the committee.

20. FIRE STATION EXHAUST SYSTEM - Approved

Fire Chief Kent Boyack reported that OSHA requires fire stations to have exhaust systems. One of the fire stations up north was fined $30,000 for not having such a system to remove fumes from the building. Mr. Boyack presented a proposal for 2 different systems from Key Wholesale, Inc., Sandy, Utah. He recommended a Nederman Magna Track Source Capture Exhaust System at a cost of $23,238.19. Key Wholesale has agreed to finance the purchase of this system. The Council discussed purchasing the system, putting $5,000 down and the balance in the new budget year in July. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the recommended exhaust system be approved and that Mrs. Larsen check into the financing and report back to the Council. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

21. DUMP TRUCK BED WITH HYDRAULICS, TWO UTILITY BEDS WITH HYDRAULIC TOOL - Contract Awarded

Cobb Johnson reported that the committee appointed to review the bids for the dump truck bed and two utility beds has awarded the contract to H & K Truck Equipment.

Councilmember Nikas moved that the meeting adjourn and that a meeting of the Redevelopment Agency convene. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

Meeting adjourned at 6:48 p.m.

Reconvened at 7:07 p.m.

Redevelopment Agency Minutes

Meeting adjourned at 7:08 p.m.