Minutes of The Price City Council Meeting

City Hall: Price, Utah

May 10, 2000, 5:30 p.m.

 

Present:

Councilmembers:                                                      Vernon W. Jones, Community Administrator

   Roy A. Nikas                                                           Joanne Lessar, City Recorder

   Betty P. Wheeler                                                    Nick Sampinos, City Attorney

   Joe L. Piccolo                                                        Pat Larsen, Finance Director

   Stephen L. Denison                                               Gary Sonntag, PWD/City Engineer

   Richard Tatton                                                        Aleck Shilaos, Chief of Police

 

Excused:  Mayor Lou Colosimo

                Keith Wight, Human Resource Director

 

Others Present:

   Gerald E. Faulconer                      Delmar Nick                                       Serfino Nick

   Kerry Fister                                     Paulmina New                                   Becky Petty

   Tara Anderson                               Keri Odendahl                                   Breana Ashby

   Lisha Lee                                        Lonna Hurst                                       Mark W. Olsen

   Karen Norton                                  Phyllis Cox                                         David A. Cox

   Marjean Hansen                             Frank A. Ori                                       Scott Madsen

   Lori Fausett                                    David Tad Fausett                            Robert Etzel

   Annette Etzel

 

Councilmember Nikas led the Pledge of Allegiance.  Roll was called with the above members in attendance.

 

 1.                MAYOR PROTEMPORE - Councilmember Roy A. Nikas

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that in the absence of Mayor Lou Colosimo, that Councilmember Roy A. Nikas be appointed Mayor Protempore.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

 2.                CEDAR HILLS DRIVE - Discussion - Committee Appointed

 

Robert Etzel, a co-owner of the Basso/Etzel Storage Units located on Cedar Hills Drive, discussed the development currently taking place on Cedar Hills Drive.  He and his partner have been asked to participate in the widening of the road at their own cost.  He expressed his concern regarding the approach to the northern boundary of his storage units.  If they were to install the curb, gutter and sidewalk at their expense, the curb and gutter would actually adjoin the asphalted road that is in place right now.  With the future development, it is his understanding that the new surface will be 13' away from his curb and gutter and it would be his responsibility as a developer to complete those improvements.  It was also brought to his attention that money was appropriated from Class “C” Road and grant funds to update Cedar Hills Drive as the road was inadequate and also for safety purposes.  With the current master plan of the road, it seems that some parts of the road will not be consistent.  The road will be widened to 55' on the west side.  In other areas near their property where the curb and gutter is not in place, it will be lacking 13.7'.  They installed those improvements because of the safety issue.  He was hoping the whole road would tie in and it would be 55' all the way through.  He asked if he and his partner would be reimbursed for the costs in the part of the development that they participated in?  It is also City policy that 50% of the widening of the road is the responsibility of the City and the

other 25% on each side is the responsibility of the developer.  As developers on the west side, he will be willing to participate as long as there is participation from the other developers.  He does not want to be singled out and feels it is not their responsibility to participate solely in the project.

 

Councilmember Tatton asked if all the property owners are participating and how the development on Cedar Hills Drive is being funded?  Gary Sonntag stated that the project is inclusive of all the existing pavement that is in the road now, with the exception of the pavement that has been installed within the last 5 years.  It will not be removed but will be joined with the development that is proceeding now.  The only exception is the area that Mr. Etzel discussed on the north end of his property where the existing pavement was already at their future curb line.  That pavement will be taken out and not replaced at this time, primarily because it is not consistent with the rest of the road.  At some future time, it will have to be widened, but it will have to be widened at the same time.  Councilmember Tatton asked if anyone else besides Mr. Etzel was participating?  Mr. Etzel stated that the area Price City is mainly concerned is at the start of their development on the southern portion closer to Dr. Terry’s and from there to 300 North.  He does not know why this was singled out.  Gary Sonntag stated that this is where the interest was initially.  It doesn’t mean the north end can’t be done too.  It is the same with the area in front of Dr. Terry’s property.  If Dr. Terry has an interest to do more, he certainly can.  Councilmember Nikas stated that part of the reason why this area on 3rd North to the beginning of Mr. Etzel’s property was highlighted, including across the street from Dr. Terry’s, was because without a 10' extension to the west, there would be a double yellow line instead of a turn lane allowed.  By having property owners on this side participate on their total of about 15', which is about their 25%, and if they participate in at least 10', then there could be a center line at that intersection on both sides.  The decision of the Council approximately 8 years ago, was to complete improvements on the east side because it gave a safe walkway from the subdivision down towards Smiths.  Councilmember Piccolo stated that at that time, it was unknown that there was a misalignment on that road.  They thought the center line was well within its ranges.  He sees an imbalance on this road.  As the asphalt is torn out and the road moved to the proper center line, and because there was asphalt there, that taxpayer gains an advantage over Basso and Etzel or whoever has already paid for that.  He thinks that just because there is pavement, that the east side of the road should not be disallowed participation.  If Basso and Etzel have to pay for 13' of pavement, then rightfully so, and if the developer hasn’t already paid for that, they should be responsible for that much pavement.  If the nursing home and Carlson paid for their development, then the City is maintaining it.  If those developers have taken advantage of the City’s mistake by putting the road in the wrong place and just because the asphalt is there, it creates an unfair advantage.  Its benefiting one taxpayer more than the other.  Mr. Etzel stated that he looks at it that same way.  He is willing to pay his share and wants to see the other taxpayer pay their share.  MOTION.  Councilmember Piccolo moved that a committee, consisting of himself, Councilmember Denison, Gary Sonntag, Vern Jones, and Pat Larsen, be appointed to review this issue.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

 3.                MINUTES - April 19, 2000

 

The following correction was made to the minutes of April 19, 2000.

Item #1 - Correct the motion to read - MOTION.  In the absence of Mayor Colosimo, Councilmember Piccolo moved that Councilmember Richard Tatton be appointed Mayor Protempore.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison.  The motion carried per the following vote.  Councilmember Nikas - aye, Councilmember Wheeler - aye,         Councilmember Piccolo - aye, Councilmember Denison - aye, Councilmember Tatton - naye.  As Councilmember Tatton voted naye, he assigned this position to Councilmember Nikas, who then served as Mayor Protempore.

 

 4.                MINUTES - April 26, 2000

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the minutes of the April 26, 2000 meeting be approved as written.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 5.                MINUTES - May 3, 2000

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Piccolo moved that the minutes of the May 3, 2000 meeting be approved as written.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 6.                BID OPENING - Public Safety Building Exterior Siding - Committee Appointed

 

The following bid was received for the exterior siding of the Public Safety Building.

Castle Valley Aluminum                   $9,900

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that a committee, comprised of herself, Councilmember Tatton, Vern Jones, Gary Sonntag, Pat Larsen, and Fermin Gutierrez, be appointed to review the bid and given the power to act.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 


 7.                UTAH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY - Interlocal Co-Operative Agreement For Dispatch Services

 

Margene Hansen, representing the Utah Department of Public Safety, presented the Interlocal Co-Operative Agreement for dispatch services.  Nick Sampinos reported that both he and Police Chief Aleck Shilaos have reviewed the agreement and are in favor of the format of the agreement.  The contract is for one year and is for the same amount of  services as in the past.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the document.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

 

 8.                PRICE ALANO CLUB - Rental Fees Waived For Pioneer Park

 

Becky Petty, representing the Price Alano Club, requested that rental fees be waived for the use of Pioneer Park on July 8th for a fund raiser.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the request be granted with the exception of hard costs.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

 

 9.                CARBON HIGH SCHOOL BOOSTER CLUB - Swim Team Items

 

Dave Cox, representing the Carbon High School Booster Club, presented a list of items that have worn out and need to be replaced at the swimming pool.  This equipment is used for competitive swim meets.  Mr. Cox presented a check in the amount of $500 from the Booster Club to help defray the costs for this equipment.  Councilmember Wheeler reviewed the items which total $4,090 and recommended getting a committee together to discuss them.  Gary Sonntag stated that he would look at both this years and next years budget to see if there are any funds available.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the $500 be accepted.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.  The Council thanked the Booster Club for their contribution.

 

 10.           FEEL GOOD FOUNDATION (TARA ANDERSON) - Permission To Conduct A Street Dance

 

Tara Anderson, representing the Feel Good Foundation, requested permission to block a City street in order to hold a street dance for a fund raiser to be held Saturday, June 3rd.  The proceeds of this dance will go towards the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life team.  They are a non-profit organization and just getting started.  The Council expressed concern if something went wrong and someone is injured who would be responsible and recommended that they try and get a sponsor, such as the American Cancer Society or United Way.  Steve Christensen, who was in the audience, stated that Carbon Recreation would be willing to be their sponsor and assume responsibility.  The Council suggested instead of blocking a street, that a large parking lot be used, such as the one behind the museum or the one on Carbon Avenue.  MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the dance be approved, that it be held in a parking lot and that Ms. Anderson work with the Police Chief.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

 

 11.           GERALD FAULCONER - Local Consent For Liquor License

 

Gerald Faulconer requested local consent for a liquor license.  He is the new owner of  Big Dogs Club located at 27 North 100 West.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that local consent be given to Mr. Faulconer.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 12.           MARK OLSEN - Outside Water Users Agreement Approved

 

Mark Olsen requested an outside water connection for a home he plans to build at approximately 1000 South 1800 East.  Councilmember Denison reported that the Water Department has reviewed this request and recommends approval.  MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the Outside Water Users Agreement be approved upon payment of the necessary fees, and that if Mr. Olsen does not have a share of Price River Water Users Association stock, that he be allowed to pay $1,650.00 in lieu of that share of water.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

 

 13.           PRICE RIVER WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT - Waterline Easement (Ridge

Road, Lower Miller Creek)

 

Councilmember Denison presented waterline easements submitted by the Price River Water Improvement District to allow them to install the Ridge Road waterline across Price City properties.  This involves three parcels of property owned by Price City.  Nick Sampinos stated that he has reviewed the easements and found them to be in order with a few minor changes.  MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the easements be approved with the minor changes recommended by Mr. Sampinos and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the documents.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

 

 14.           BABE RUTH BASEBALL - Dedicated Usage of Toy Atwood Baseball Complex

 

Councilmember Denison reported that there has been some discussion between the Babe Ruth Baseball teams and Carbon County Recreation in changing dedicated uses of the different baseball fields that they both have been using over the years.  Babe Ruth has had two fields at the Carbon County Fairgrounds that have been designated for their use.  The two softball fields within the Toy Atwood Baseball Complex has been used by the County Recreation for their girls softball program.  The discussion has been to bring Babe Ruth back into Price and give the fields at the Fairgrounds to Carbon Recreation.  At this point, the Babe Ruth Board has met and approved making that switch on a one year trial basis in anticipation of making it permanent and where they would then release any interest in the County fields.  This would allow County Recreation to run their program at the County fields with the anticipation of Babe Ruth being able to utilize the upper softball field in the baseball complex and also use the college field for spill over games.  They would like to find some additional practice fields, possibly renovating and working with the school district and the City regarding the Pony League field behind Mont Harmon Junior High.  The school district would like to see the Pony League field renovated for some type of a sport use.  The Babe Ruth Board is hoping the Council supports this concept.  He understands Carbon Recreation approves this.  Steve Christensen, representing Carbon Recreation, stated that he has some concerns.  They are not interested in a one year trial period.  If they do it, they want it on a permanent situation and they would like it in writing before it is done.  Mr. Christensen felt the concept is a “win win” for everyone.  The softball complex at the Fairgrounds would be better served and he thinks in the long run, the Babe Ruth would be better served.    Councilmember Tatton asked why the City field was altered to make it playable for Babe Ruth rather than softball and the softball people moved off.  Councilmember Denison stated that he received a call Monday night from the president of the Babe Ruth organization saying that he contacted Tom Matthews and that approval was granted to do that.  Because of this information, Councilmember Denison stated that he placed a mound of dirt on the field to make it playable for Babe Ruth.  Councilmember Tatton stated that in his conversation with the Babe Ruth Board, that this was not approved and that Mr. Matthews said he did not want to approve anything until everyone was together.  Mr. Christensen also indicated this was the case and that it is still under discussion and that they would have to come to some resolution among their people.  They are all in agreement it is a good thing, but they don’t want it to come back and bite them.  They don’t want the Babe Ruth coaches, who have already rebelled one time, to come back in a month and say they want the fields back and they certainly don’t want to take the little girls out to the Fairgrounds and then a year later kick them back to another field, as they are the ones who get the short end of the deal and this is their biggest concern.  Councilmember Denison stated that he would remove the mound of dirt that was placed on the field and turn it back into a softball field.  Mayor Protem Nikas recommended that these boards get together and come back to the Council with some recommendations on what they want to do.  Steve Christensen stated that Carbon Recreation is in total agreement with this trade and would like it to be permanent.  Frank Ori, who works for Carbon Recreation and helps coach the CEU baseball team stated they had some concerns because of the situation with Babe Ruth being on the softball fields.  A softball team actually done damage to their baseball fields.  He asked if  “no trespassing” signs could be posted.  Councilmember Tatton agreed with this concept, however, this being a City facility, you don’t want to lock people out.  You need to establish a way to control use of not only this field, but others, such as a scheduling process.    MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that an agreement be worked out between the softball and baseball interests to include signs for the other fields that are involved in this, including the college field.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried. 

 


 15.           YOUTH CITY COUNCIL - Amendment of Bylaws

 

Chris Pehlar, representing the Youth City Council, presented and reviewed the changes made to the Youth City Council Bylaws.  The items added were - to conduct an annual survey, delete the word “Lions Club” and add “other service organizations”, change Administrative Assistant to the proper wording of Community Administrator, added that committee chairpersons can ask youth citizens to be on committees to provide more input, change GPA from 3.0 to 3.25 to be eligible for the Youth Council, change the orientation assembly from October to May and the elections from November to May.  Councilmember Denison stated that a correction needs to be made under responsibility and authority of Youth City Council persons.  The statement “responsibility over the Police, Fire Department and Justice of the Police should be consistent with other portions of the bylaws that  read “responsibility over the areas of”.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that per the above changes that the amendment of the bylaws be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

 

 16.           YOUTH CITY COUNCIL - Permission To Sponsor Dance In Peace Gardens

 

Chris Pehlar requested permission for the Youth City Council to use the Peace Gardens on Saturday, May 20th to sponsor a dance.  Chris stated that Papa Murphy’s would be setting up a small oven to bake pizza’s.  The Council recommended that the cooking facility be on the parking lot area in the corner as opposed to the Peace Garden itself.  Chris stated if this is a problem that the pizza can be cooked elsewhere and brought to the Peace Garden.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that permission be given to use the Peace Garden for their dance and that there be no cooking.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

 17.           REZONING REQUEST (NICK LANE) - Public Hearing Scheduled

 

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed a request submitted by Serfina Nick, Paulmina New and Rose Marie Hofer regarding a rezoning request for a parcel of property located on Nick Lane.  This property is unable to be developed because it is zoned RR which requires one acre lots.  The Nick family is requesting that it be rezoned to MR-7, which is a 7,000 square foot multiple residential arrangement.  Planning and Zoning gave a favorable recommendation for a Public Hearing.  MOTION.  Councilmember Piccolo moved that the Public Hearing be scheduled for June 14, 2000.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 18.           KAREN DUNN DAYCARE, PET CARE AND CRAFT ITEMS, DIRT TERMINATOR CARPET CLEANING - Home Occupied Businesses Approved

 

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation for the following requests for home occupied businesses.  The Council expressed concern with the Karen Dunn Daycare as this will be a 24 hour operation and the traffic in the neighborhood will be increased during the night time hours.  Ms. Dunn had a petition signed by 5 neighbors that surround her and they understand this will be a 24 hour operation.

 

Karen Dunn Daycare - 695 South 100 East, Karen Dunn-Owner

Pet Care and Craft Items - 513 South Carbon Avenue, Suzanne Hayes-Owner (Boutique and Craft Items)

Dirt Terminator Carpet Cleaning - 221 North 300 East, David Tad Fausett-Owner

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Piccolo moved that the home occupied businesses be approved upon payment of the applicable business license fee.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 19.           BLACK DIAMOND STAMPEDE, MCDONALDS CORPORATION, HARD HAT FURNITURE & APPLIANCE, ELLIS PIERCE AND VIC SANTI - Conditional Use Permits

 

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

 


Black Diamond Stampede - Temporary A-Frame Signs (7 locations within City limits and in compliance with the A-Frame signs)

McDonalds Corporation - Relocation To 409 East Main

Hard Hat Furniture & Appliance - Relocation to 301 East Main, Awning and Sign

Ellis Pierce and Vic Santi - Fill and Cover Drainage Pipe (1100 East Main)

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Piccolo moved that the requests be approved and that Conditional Use Permits be issued.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

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

 

Meeting adjourned at 7:23 p.m.

Minutes of the Redevelopment Meeting

Reconvened at 7:33 pm

 

20.      TAMARA KLARICH (ACTING POOL SUPERVISOR) - Travel Approved

 

Mayor Protem Nikas presented the following travel request:

 

Tamara Klarich, Certified Pool Operator Class, Utah Valley State College, May 31, June 1

 

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

 

21.      FRANCIS DUZENACK - Request For Leave of Absence Approved

 

Mayor Protem Nikas presented a request from Francis Duzenack, Building Official, for a leave of absence.   The request is for 15 days without pay.  Mr. Duzenack has arranged for the Carbon County Building Department to assist Bob Bennett with inspections should the need arise.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the request be granted and that Mr. Duzenack follow the City’s policy for the leave of absence.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

22.      KENT BOYACK - Travel Approved To Pick Up New Fire Truck

 

Mayor Protem Nikas presented a request from Kent Boyack, Fire Chief, to fly to Appleton, Wisconsin on approximately June 15, to pick up the new fire truck and drive it back to Price.  All expenses (airfare, lodging, food and fuel) will be paid by the equipment dealer.  Councilmember Piccolo stated that Mr. Boyack’s request indicates he will take his vacation during this time.  However, he feels that since Mr. Boyack will perform this service for the City, that he be allowed to do this on City time.  MOTION.  Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request be approved and that he be notified that he will be on the City payroll during this time.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

23.      DAVID HIGHT - Appointment To Board of Adjustments

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Piccolo moved that Mayor Colosimo’s appointment of David Hight as a member of the Board of Adjustments be ratified.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

24.      TENTATIVE BUDGET ADOPTED - FY2000/2001 - Public Hearing Scheduled

 


Pat Larsen presented the tentative budget for the FY2000/2001.  Pat indicated that this budget has to be adopted by June 22nd and that a Public Hearing needs to be scheduled.  Councilmember Piccolo stated that he does not agree with the employee retirement adjustment.  The current tentative budget will create a large disparity between certain departments.  Some city employees will receive 10.3% and some will receive 22%.   Do we want that big of a difference?  The college and other agencies are set at 15.   He feels the Council should deal with the insurance this year and try to work something out better for retirement.  Mayor Protem Nikas reviewed the issue of sales and property taxes versus the increase in payroll and benefits.  He feels what was accomplished in the budget is not what he wanted to do, which was to get more money into the hands of the people that are working, not retirement.  Retirement is important, but the City is having problems in getting qualified people from leaving their current jobs to apply for City jobs because of the wages.  He sees a lot of our staff are underpaid in comparison to comparable cities of the same size.  Councilmember Piccolo stated this supports his original statement.  However, the Council is not accomplishing this.  A change is being made that will be a negative effect on the employees check.  It was felt that another meeting be scheduled to review this issue.

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the tentative budget for FY2000/01 be adopted and that further discussion be held on the 401K issue.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison.  The motion carried per the following vote:

Councilmember Wheeler - Aye

Councilmember Piccolo - Naye

Councilmember Denison - Aye

Councilmember Tatton - Aye

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that a Public Hearing be scheduled for June 14, 2000 to adopt the final budget.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that another budget workshop to discuss the retirement issue be scheduled for May 17, 2000 at 3:30 p.m.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

25.      REQUEST FOR ANGLE PARKING (NORTH SIDE OF MAIN STREET FROM 200

EAST TO 300 EAST - Denied

 

Gary Sonntag reported that Security Finance, 255 East Main, is requesting that angle parking be installed on the north side of Main Street between 2nd and 3rd  East.  They feel this will increase the number of available parking stalls and would help prevent two lanes of traffic from proceeding beyond 300 East.  Gary stated he had his doubts it would increase parking stalls because of numerous driveways on that side of the block.  MOTOIN.  After further discussion,  Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request be denied.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

26.      CONCRETE REPLACEMENT PROJECT - 666 South Carbon Avenue - Proposal

            Rejected

 

Gary Sonntag reported on the concrete replacement project at 666 South Carbon Avenue (retaining wall, sidewalk, steps and drive approach) that the Utah Department of Transportation will participate in.  UDOT informed him that funds for this project in the amount of $3,900 are available until June 30th.  In order to get this accomplished quickly, he put together specifications and solicited quotations to do the project.  UDOT will pay for the concrete and the City will pay for the balance of the materials.  Joanne Lessar opened one quotation received from M & S Builders in the amount of $11,000 for labor and equipment.  Gary estimated the materials will cost approximately $2,000.  He feels the proposal is too high and that another solution should be investigated.  Perhaps the City could do the demolition work and hire a contractor to install the new improvements.  MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the proposal be denied and that staff be directed to look at other alternatives.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

 

27.      MARQUEZ, MACKLEY, LUXURY HOMES, HERNANDEZ, DAVIS, BLACK -

Development Agreements - Final Release

 

Gary Sonntag reported that the following development projects have reached their year end guarantee and are eligible for final release of the agreement and remaining funds in escrow:

 

Frank Marquez - For Floyd & Patricia Mackley, 180 East 600 South, $220.00.

Luxury Homes - For Adelaido Hernandez, 530 South 200 East, $50.00.

Pat Davis - Vouk Subdivision, 300 North 500 West, $2,337.50.

Susan & Evan Black - 680 South 100 East, $105.00.

 


MOTION.  Councilmember Piccolo moved that final release of the agreements and remaining funds in escrow be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

28.      200 EAST AND 300 EAST SEWER STUDY - Hansen, Allen, and Luce, Inc. - Partial

Payment

 

Gary Sonntag presented a request for a partial payment in the amount of $1,920.88 submitted by Hansen, Allen and Luce, Inc., for their contract on the 200 East and 300 East Sewer Study.  MOTON.  Councilmember Piccolo moved that the payment be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

29.      ANNUAL ROAD MAINTENANCE, CLASS “C” ROAD IMPROVEMENTS 2000/2001

Bid Advertisement Approved

 

Gary Sonntag requested permission to advertise for bids for the annual road maintenance project.  He would like to bid the major road maintenance out in one bid to include pavement overlay, new road pavement, crack sealing, slurry seals, traffic striping, asphalt milling and road reconstruction.  MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the bid advertisement be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

 

30.      BULK ROAD MAINTENANCE MATERIALS - Bid Advertisement Approved

               

Gary Sonntag requested permission to advertise for bids for bulk road maintenance materials, which includes road base gravel, asphalt cold mix, asphalt hot mix, pre-mixed permanent cold mix, treated dust control, and winter salt.  MOTION.  Councilmember Piccolo moved that the bid advertisement be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

31.      EMPLOYEE UNIFORMS - Compatible With Workplace Conditions - Tabled

 

            Gary Sonntag reported that he was approached by a City department asking if their employees could be allowed to select the type of material for their uniforms, particularly the pants.  The poly/cotton blend is too hot, especially when working out in the hot sun.  Uniforms made out of cotton material tend to be cooler.  Councilmember Piccolo stated that an all cotton material is twice the cost of  the poly/cotton blend.  The committee decided that all uniforms would be the same.  MOTION.  After further discussion regarding this issue, Councilmember Piccolo moved that the item be tabled.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.  Gary stated he would check this out.

 

32.      SWIMMING POOL COMPLEX -  Hours of Operation Reduced

 

Gary Sonntag requested permission to reduce the hours of operation at the swimming pool complex in order to reduce the expenditures of the pool.  He would like to close at 8:00 p.m. rather than staying open until 9:00 p.m. effective June 1, 2000.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the request be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

 

33.      SHANEL GRAY, JAIMIE WOOD, MEGAN SJOSTROM - New Hires Approved

 

Joanne Lessar presented the following new hires:

 

Shanel Gray, Jaimie Wood, Megan Sjostrom - Swimming Pool, Clerks, Temporary/PT, effective June 1, 2000.

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the new hires be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

34.      TARA MARSHALL - Reclassification/Promotion Approved

 

Mayor Protem Nikas presented a request for a reclassification/promotion for Tara Marshall from Lifeguard to Sr. Lifeguard effective May 16, 2000.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the reclassification/promotion be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

 


35.      KELLY JONES - Resignation Approved

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the resignation of Kelly Jones be accepted, that an exit interview be conducted, and that any City-owned items be returned.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

36.      PRICE RIVER WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT - Ridge Road Waterline

 

Councilmember Denison reported that Price River Water Improvement District re-advertised for bids for a different class of pipe for the Ridge Road Waterline project.  The new bids indicated that the low bid remained the low bid with the modification of the pipe and that the project is now within budget and actually leaves a contingency fund of about $50,000.

 

37.      INTERNATIONAL DAYS - Update

 

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the first mailing of information for International Days has been completed.

 

38.      SWIM TEAM SCORE BOARD - Update

 

Councilmember Piccolo reported that he is not sure about the funding from Coca Cola for the swim team scoreboard.  The Smith Foundation has agreed to donate $7,000.  He will continue pursuing this.

 

Meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.