Minutes of The Price City Council Meeting
City Hall: Price, Utah

March 24, 1999, 5:30 P.M.


Present:
 
Mayor: Lou Colosimo
Councilmembers: Roy A. Nikas, Betty P. Wheeler, Joe L. Piccolo, Stephen L. Denison, Richard Tatton
Staff: Vern Jones (Community Administrator), Joanne Lessar (City Recorder),  Pat Larsen (Finance Director),  Nick Sampinos (City Attorney),   Gary Sonntag (PWC Dir/City Eng.), Ed Shook (Police Lieutenant), Keith Wight (Human Resource Director)
Others Present: A.G. Truck Equipment (Representative), Pacific Utility Equip. Co. (Representative), H & K Truck Co. (Representative), Robert Potts

Mayor Colosimo led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll was called with the above members in attendance.

1. TREE CITY USA - Awarded To Price City

Councilmember Tatton reported that Price City was awarded the 1998 Tree City USA. He presented the award to Mayor Colosimo.

2. MINUTES - March 10, 1999

MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the minutes of the March 10, 1999 meeting be approved as written. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

3. MINUTES - March 15, 1999

MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the minutes of the March 15, 1999 meeting be approved as written. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

4. BID OPENING - Combination Jet Rodder and Vacuum Sewer Cleaner (Truck and Equipment) - Committee Appointed

The following bids were received for the Combination Jet Rodder and Vacuum Sewer Cleaner.

 

H & K Truck Equipment

AG Body, Inc.

Pacific Utility Equipment Co.

Base Bid

Base Bid

Base Bid

$218,186.00

$206,771.00

$213,401.00

Deductible
Alternatives
Deductible
Alternatives
Deductible
Alternatives
A

285.00

285.00

285.00

B

140.00

140.00 140.00
C 230.00 230.00 230.00
D 5,032.00 NA NA
E 1,580.00 NA NA
F
4,939.00
617.00
6,000.00
400.00
8,596.00
429.00
G 1,995.00 872.00 1,051.00
H 601.00 644.00

NA

I
1,438.00
2,800.00
2,445.00
1,250.00
1,250.00
2,500.00
1,741.00
2,367.00
2,299.00

MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that a committee consisting of himself, Councilmember Piccolo, Gary Sonntag, Paul Wheeler, Pat Larsen, and Brian Allred, be appointed to review the bids and given the power to act. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

5. SWITCHYARD RESTAURANT LIQUOR LICENSE - Local Consent

MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that local consent be given to the Switchyard Restaurant for a liquor license. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

6. JOPPA LODGE NO. 26 F & AM OF UTAH - Fees For Use of Terrace Hills Park

MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that rental fees for the use of Terrace Hills Park be waived for Joppa Lodge No. 26 F & AM of Utah, that a cleaning deposit be accepted and that it be refunded upon leaving the park clean. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

7. THIRD ANNUAL ABATE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - Permission To Close 1st East and Use of Parking Lot Adjacent To Fire Station

MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that permission be given to close 1st East from Main Street to 1st North on May 1st for the Third Annual Abate Motorcycle Show, and to allow them to use the parking lot adjacent to the Fire Station. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried. Councilmember Nikas reported that the Bicycle Rodeo, who asked for permission to use the parking lot at the last meeting, and the Motorcycle Show will work together on the use of the parking lot.

8. NEW BUSINESS WELCOME - Letter and Plaque

Councilmember Denison presented a welcome letter, signed by the Mayor on behalf of the City, and a plaque with a "first dollar" on it that will be presented to new businesses in Price City. The letter and plaque will be presented to the businesses by the Mayor and Councilmembers on a rotating basis. MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the letter and plaque be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

9. BUSINESS LICENSE FEE FOR INTERNATIONAL DAYS VENDORS

Councilmember Nikas stated that it will be necessary to set a fee schedule for those vendors that will set up booths at Washington Park during International Days. In the past, the Chamber of Commerce has collected the fee. These fees are for those businesses that do not have a license in Carbon or Emery County. Councilmember Nikas stated that he would like to keep the fee at $20 for two days. The vendor will also pay an additional fee for booth space that will go into the funds of the International Days Committee. MOTION. The Council directed that Mr. Sampinos prepare either a resolution or an amendment to the business license ordinance to implement the collection of business license fees for International Days.

10 . HOME OCCUPIED BUSINESS - Friendly Fire Paintball and Sports, L.L.C., 959 North 100 East, Ted Magelby-Owner

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to Ted Magelby to operate Friendly Fire Paintball and Sports, L.L.C. from his home located at 959 North 100 East. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the business be approved upon payment of the business license fee. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

11. ORG WELDING, A TOUCH OF APPEARANCE, CAMPBELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. - Conditional Use Permits

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to the following requests for Conditional Use Permits per the contingencies stated.

MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that Conditional Use Permits be issued per the above contingencies and upon payment of the business license fee where necessary. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

12. WILMA BARNETT - Appointment As City Treasurer

Mayor Colosimo recommended the appointment of Wilma Barnett as City Treasurer. MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the appointment be ratified effective April 1, 1999. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

13. SHARI MADRID - Appointment As Deputy City Treasurer/Assistant Utility Manager

Mayor Colosimo recommended the appointment of Shari Madrid as Deputy City Treasurer/Assistant Utility Manager. MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that Shari be transferred to Deputy City Treasurer/Assistant Utility Manager effective April 1, 1999, and that the job description be reviewed and updated. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

The Council discussed bonuses for those employees who have taken over portions of job duties and helped other departments during the time of retirements, sickness, etc. MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the subject of bonuses be placed on the agenda for the next meeting for those employees who provided additional services in the Utilities and Treasurers Office. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

14. TRAVEL APPROVED

Wilma Barnett - Utah Municipal Treasurers Spring Conference, April 28-30, St. George
Sgt. Kevin Drolc - Management Planning and Budgeting For The Police Administrator, May 10-13, Salt Lake
Officer Brandon Sicilia - Small Agency EVO Training, April 19, 20, Salt Lake
Shauna Fassett - Desk Top Publishing, May 4, Salt Lake
Richard Boyden, Deputy Sheriff Stefanoff, Deputy Sheriff Vuksinick (Drug Task Force) - Cannabis Detection and Eradication School, May 3-7, Salt Lake
Norma Procarione - Practicum Training (Computer Trouble Shooting), April 26-29, Salt Lake
Harold Valdez, Gary Perea - Road School, April 21-23, St. George, Utah

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

15. GOOD FRIDAY - Half Day Holiday

MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that City employees be granted a half day holiday on Good Friday, April 2, 1999. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

16. WATER TREATMENT PLANT - Permission To Advertise For Two Temporary Full Time Employees

MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that permission be given to advertise for two temporary/full time employees for the Water Treatment Plant. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried. Councilmember Denison will be included in the committee conducting interviews for these positions.

17. KATHRYN WILLEY - Rehire Approved

MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that Kathryn Willey be hired as a temporary/part time Office Clerk at the swimming pool effective March 20, 1999. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

18. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 1999/2000 - Public Hearing Scheduled

MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that a public hearing be scheduled for April 14, 1999, to receive public comment on the proposed project for the Community Development Block Grant. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried. Vern Jones stated that the proposed project is the installation of additional sidewalks in Southeast Price.

19. TRAILS GRANT - Permission To Apply To Utah State Division Of Parks And Recreation

MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that permission be given to apply to the Utah State Division of Parks and Recreation for a Trails Grant. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

20. RESOLUTION #99-02 - Placement of Banners Across Price City Streets

Nick Sampinos presented Resolution #99-02, authorizing the placement of banners across and over designated Price City Streets in accordance with certain criteria, and authorizing the Price City Public Works Department to install such banners and rescinding prior Resolution #98-13. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that Resolution #99-02 be adopted and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to sign the resolution. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

21. PRICE RIVER WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT - Interlocal Agreement For Carbonville Road Sewer Line

Nick Sampinos presented the interlocal agreement with Price River Water Improvement District for the construction of the Carbonville Road Sewer Line running through the Kiahtipes property. MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the documents. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

22. POOL ADMISSION FEES - Three Month Seasonal Pass, Year Round Discount, Rain Check Or Refund - Tabled

Gary Sonntag presented the following three concepts for Council review:

(1) A three month seasonal pass for the swimming pool, such as April 1st through July 1st, etc.
(2) Year round discounts for public swimming for large groups arriving together and making one admission payment, such as a 10% discount for groups up to 50 and a 20% discount for groups 51 and above.
(3) Rain check or refund for swimming within the first hour of admission due to inclement weather, illness or injury. In addition, the same concept for lessons or reservations cancelled due to unforeseeable circumstances and prior to start date.

The Council discussed the above three concepts at length and recommended that they be tabled. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the items be tabled for further review. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

23. POOL ADMISSION FEES - College of Eastern Utah Special Group Rate Approved

Gary Sonntag reported that he has been approached by Dan Allen, Special Events Coordinator for the College of Eastern Utah, regarding special group passes for public swimming during the time the college conducts their summer camps. This has been a feature that the college has provided in the past. Gary recommended a group rate of $6.00/person/week camp and a single rate for $2.25/person/day week camp. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the special group swimming rates for CEU summer camps be approved as recommended. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

24. MINOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS, 1999 #1C-99 - Bids Rejected

Gary Sonntag reported that sealed bids for Minor Street Improvements were received and opened on Wednesday, March 10, 1999. The bids exceeded the engineers estimate by 25% to 62%. He recommended that all bids be rejected and requested permission to re-evaluate the project, complete the necessary revisions, and then re-advertise for bids. MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the bids be rejected and the project readvertised for bid. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

25. FIRST SECURITY BANK - Merchant Processing Agreement (Credit Card Usage), Purchase Of Three Machines

Pat Larsen presented a Merchant Processing agreement with First Security Bank for the usage of credit cards. This will enable customers of Price City to pay their utility bills, building permits, purchase of cemetery plots, etc., with their credit cards. MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the documents. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

Pat reported on the cost to purchase three machines to be placed in the Treasurer's office to handle the credit cards. MOTION. After considerable discussion, Councilmember Piccolo moved that authorization be given to purchase three machines at $945 each through First Security Bank. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

26. FIRST SECURITY BANK - ACH Service Agreement (Direct Deposit)

Pat Larsen presented an ACH Service Agreement with First Security Bank regarding direct deposit of employee payroll checks. MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the documents. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

27. AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE - Permission To Place Forms In Payroll Checks

Pat Larsen reported that a representative from the American Cancer Society has requested permission to insert a letter in employee payroll checks to inform employees about the Relay For Life event to be held at the CEU Athletic track on June 25, 26, 1999. MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that the request be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

28. WATER DEPARTMENT - Permission to Purchase Used Van - Tabled

Pat Larsen reported that the Water Department is requesting permission to waive bidding procedures to purchase a used van to transport their sewer video camera. Estimated cost is between $12,500 - $15,000. The Council questioned whether this should be a motorized van or an enclosed trailer. The item was tabled for further review.

29. PRICE RIVER WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT - Proposed Water Rate Increase

Councilmember Denison reported that the staff of Price River Water Improvement District will present information on a proposed water rate increase at a meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 6th. Depending on the outcome of that presentation, a public hearing could be scheduled to receive public input.

30. DOUGLAS PERKINS, D.O., P.C. - Request For Letter of Support Denied

The Council discussed the request of Douglas Perkins, D.O., P.C., presented at the March 10, 1999 meeting. Dr. Perkins asked the City for a letter of support for waiver of a J-1 Visa to allow a Dr. Wang Ying to practice medicine at his facility. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request be denied. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the Council Meeting adjourn and that a meeting of the Redevelopment Agency convene. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

Meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.

Redevelopment Meeting Minutes

Reconvened at 8:17 p.m.

Meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.m.