April 9, 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), Joanne Lessar
(City Recorder), Pat Larsen (Finance Director), Nick Sampinos (City Attorney), Gary Sonntag (City
Engineer), Aleck Shilaos (Chief of Police)
Others Present:Albert Vogrinec, Kacie Keele, Phil Brown, Celeste Anderson, Avis Burrows, Pat Johnston, Jaselene
Williams
Mayor Colosimo led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll was called with the above members in
attendance.
1. MINUTES - March 27, 1996
The following change was made to the minutes of March 27, 1996.
Item #3, Line 3 - After the word concrete, insert "to be placed under the bleachers".
Motion. Upon the above change, Councilmember Piccolo
moved that the minutes be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.
2. UTAH OFFICE OF CHILD CARE - Proclamation
Celeste Anderson, Program Director for the Eastern Utah Child and Family
Resource Center, asked Mayor Colosimo to proclaim the week of April 20-27 as the Week of
the Young Child. She presented brochures explaining the program and introduced Phil Brown,
Executive Director for the State, and Avis Burrows, representing the licensing office of
child care providers. In appreciation for the proclamation, several children presented
cookies and milk to the Mayor and Council. Mayor Colosimo signed the proclamation and
presented it to Ms. Anderson. The Council thanked Ms. Anderson for her presentation.
3. PAT JOHNSTON - Main Street Program
Pat Johnston, representing the Helper City Council, discussed the Main
Street Program, which is a function of the State Office of Economic Development. This
program was implemented to revitalize main streets and downtowns throughout the nation.
She has been working with Bim Oliver, who is with the State Office. They have come up with
the idea for Helper City and Price City, as main street communities, to submit a joint
application. She asked the Council to consider this proposal. It will be necessary to hire
a part time director to pull resources together. She will discuss this further with Vern
Jones to look at the feasibility of this project. At that point, she will return to the
Council and ask for their support. The Council agreed with the proposal.
4. ALBERT VOGRINEC - Request To Purchase City Property
Albert Vogrinec, residing at 250 North 400 West, requested that the Council consider
selling him a parcel of City property (dead end alley) located directly east of his
property. He would like to either purchase the end of the alleyway or be given an easement
so that he can build a garage at the back of his property. There is a power pole located
nearby and if this purchase is approved, he would assure a 10' diameter surrounding the
pole for access. Mr. Sonntag reported that Jeffrey Richens, who lives on the other side of
the alleyway, has expressed an interest in excavating a significant amount of dirt on his
property. His house fronts 200 North, but the lot extends all the way to 300 North along
300 West. Staff has discussed this issue and felt additional information is needed from
Mr. Richens, particularly how his excavation will affect 300 North and 300 West. Mayor
Colosimo recommended that Gary and Francis Duzenack, Building Inspector, meet with Mr.
Vogrinec and Mr. Richens to discuss their plans.
5. RESOLUTION - Disconnect/Reconnect Procedures For Garbage Cans - Tabled
Mr. Sampinos discussed the revised resolution regarding the
disconnect/reconnect procedures for garbage cans. Prior to tonights meeting, he talked
with Mike Jensen, attorney for City Sanitation, and he seemed to understand what the
resolution was trying to accomplish. Jaselene Williams, co-owner of City Sanitation,
stated that Mr. Jensen had some concerns and felt that not everything was covered. He
feels that garbage service is mandatory, and the way the resolution is written, some
people could live here and not have mandatory service. Mr. Sampinos stated the issue
dealing with mandatory service is covered in another ordinance. He felt that this
resolution covered all the concerns discussed in the special meeting held March 1, 1996.
If there are other concerns, they need to be identified and addressed. Jaselene brought up
the issue with "snowbirds". She has never liked the idea of exempting these
people from paying garbage service. It was recommended that City Sanitation state
everything in writing exactly what they want. Jaselene stated that she will have her
attorney write the letter and submit it to Mr. Sampinos.
6. JACK KOBE - Request To Place Commemorative Plaque At Base Of
Doughboy Statue - Tabled
Vern Jones reported that Jack Kobe and a group of people are requesting
permission to place a commemorative plaque at the base of the Doughboy Statue, honoring
Lt. (J.G.) William E. Hall, who received the Congressional Medal of Honor during World War
II. The Council express their concerns and questioned how many other groups want special
plaques. It was recommended that the item be tabled for further review.
7. JACK BONAQUISTO - Detention Basin - Struck
8. GRADUATION SPECTACULAR - Contribution Approved
Motion. Councilmember Denison moved that $500 be contributed
towards Graduation Spectacular. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.
9. CARBON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT - Building Permit Fees For Reroofing
Durrant Elementary
Motion. Councilmember Nikas moved that building permit fees
be waived for the Carbon County School District to reroof Durrant Elementary. Motion
seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
10. YOUTH CITY COUNCIL ADVISORS - Tabled
Councilmember Wheeler reported that she discussed the Youth City Council
advisors with Jim Piacitelli and the recommendation to have two male advisors. However,
after talking to several of the girls that belong to the Youth Council and learning of the
trips they make, she is in favor of having at least one of the advisors be a female. The
Council concurred with this recommendation. The item was tabled.
11. HOME OCCUPIED BUSINESSES APPROVED - The Bit Bucket, Big-Un Blind
Cleaning
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
gave a favorable recommendation to the following home occupied businesses.
The Bit Bucket, 228 South 400 East - Lane Adams-Owner
Computer and Software Sales
Big-Un Blind Cleaning, 880 East 800 North - Kenneth R.
Richardson-Owner - Blind Cleaning
Motion. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the businesses be approved upon payment
of the business license fee. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
12. HOME OCCUPIED BUSINESS - Fins and Roses - Tabled
13. COLLEGE OF EASTERN UTAH - 1996 Campus Yard Sales Approved
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
reviewed the request of the College of Eastern Utah to conduct campus yard sales on May
4th, June 1st, August 3rd, and October 5th, and gave a favorable recommendation. Motion.
Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request be granted. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Bringhurst and carried.
14. THE COUNTRY SPOT - Conditional Use Permit, 11 West Main, Sign
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
gave a favorable recommendation to The Country Spot for a conditional use permit. This
permit is for a temporary banner sign and to operate a country dance hall with some video
arcade machines. Motion. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the business be approved
and that a conditional use permit be issued. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and
carried.
15. GREENWELL INN - Business Expansion, Preliminary and Final Approval
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
gave a favorable recommendation to the Greenwell Inn for preliminary and final plans for
the expansion of their business. Motion. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the
expansion be approved and that a conditional use permit be issued. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Denison and carried.
16. HUMAN SERVICES BUILDING - Preliminary and Final Approval
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
gave a favorable recommendation for preliminary and final approval for construction of the
new human services building. Motion. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the
constructon be approved and that a conditional use permit be issued. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Nikas and carried.
17. JOY MINING MACHINERY EXPANSION - Rezoning Request - Public Hearing
Scheduled
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
gave a favorable recommendation to Joy Mining Machinery to rezone from CD (commercial
development) to MD (manufacturing and distribution). There was a concern from adjoining
property owners pertaining to the 24-hour operation that will occur at the business should
this rezoning occur. Motion. Councilmember Piccolo moved that a public
hearing for the rezoning request be scheduled for May 8th, that Joy Manufacturing be
instructed to work with the surrounding neighbors to solve any problems that surface, and
that the City assist during these negotiations. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison
and carried.
18. JACK SINGLETON - Rezoning Request - Public Hearing Scheduled
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
reviewed the request of Jack Singleton to rezone 8 lots between 300 East and 400 East and
400 North and the Price City Canal to a CN zone. In addition, to construct a fast food
outlet on the vacant lot on the northeast corner and next to Washington Park. The
Commission gave a favorable recommendation for both the rezoning and fast food outlet. Motion.
Councilmember Piccolo moved that a public hearing for the rezoning be scheduled for May
22nd. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
19. PAUL MARTINEZ - 95 South 100 East, Board of Adjustments (Variance)
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable
recommendation to the Board of Adjustments to allow Paul Martinez a variance for an access
onto 100 East from his parking lot at 95 South 100 East. Motion. Councilmember
Piccolo moved that a favorable recommendation be given to the Board of Adjustments. Motion
seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
20. BRENT NELSON, JAMES DUANE ADDERLY, IKE SIMMONS - Transfer, New Hire
and Rehire Approved
Mayor Colosimo presented the following personnel actions and recommended
approval.
Brent Nelson - Transfer from Laborer, Weed Dept., Temporary/FT to Operator, Water Treatment Plant, Temporary/FT
Duane Adderly, New Hire - Laborer Parks/Cemetery, Temporary/FT
Ike Simmons, Rehire - Weed Control Officer, Temporary/PT
Motion. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that the above personnel
actions be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
21. UTAH DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, PEDESTRIAN SAFETY PROGRAM
-Permission To Submit Grant Application
Motion. Councilmember Nikas moved that permission be given to
submit a grant application to the Utah Department of Transportation for Pedestrian Safety.
Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.
22. WATER TANK CONSTRUCTION - Build, Inc. - Partial Payment
Motion. Councilmember Piccolo moved that a partial payment
in the amount of $290,774.44 be paid to Build, Inc., for their contract on the water tank
construction. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.
23. WATER TREATMENT PLANT FILTER REFURBISHMENT - Anthratech Western, Inc.
- Final Payment (Release of Guarantee)
Motion. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the final payment (release
of guarantee) in the amount of $25,000 plus interest be paid to Anthratech Western Inc.,
for their contract to refurbish the Water Treatment Plant filter. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
24. STORM WATER DETENTION BASIN - Valley Asphalt, Inc. - Change Order #1,
Partial Payment #1
Gary Sonntag presented a change order and request for partial payment from Valley Asphalt, Inc., for their contract on the Storm Water Detention Basin. Change Order #1 increases the contract $4,859, and is for excavation and backfill of an un-stable soft spot under the area of the embankment. The partial payment is in the amount of $51,277.68. Motion. Councilmember Nikas moved that the change order and partial payment be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.
25. CLASS "C" ROAD CONSTRUCTION, CEDAR HILLS DRIVE PROJECT -
Permission To Advertise For Bids
Motion. Councilmember Nikas moved that permission be given to
advertise for bids for the Class "C" Road Construction that will take place on
Cedar Hills Drive. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.
26. BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS - The Price Indian Store Approved,
Feature Films For Families Tabled
The following business license applications were received.
Feature Films For Families, 57 North Carbon Avenue, Forrest S.
Baker III-Owner, Telemarketing, $100
The Price Indian Store, 17 East Main, - Owner, $5.00 Transfer
Fee, Change of Location
Motion. Councilmember Wheeler moved that The Price Indian Store be
approved and that the Feature Films For Families be tabled. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Piccolo and carried
27. COLTON WELL RIGHT-OF-WAY AGREEMENT - Jack and Jeri Houston
Joanne Lessar presented the Colton Well right-of-way agreement between the
City and Jack and Jeri Houston. She requested permission for the Mayor and City Recorder
to sign the documents. Motion. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the agreement be
accepted and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to sign the documents. Motion
seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m.