City Hall: Price, Utah
July 23, 1996, 5:30 p.m.
Present:
Councilmembers:
Roy A. Nikas, Betty P. Wheeler, Joe L. Piccolo, Steve Bringhurst, Stephen L. Denison
Vernon W. Jones (Adminis. Assistant), Joanne Lessar (City Recorder), Pat Larsen (Finance Director), Nick Sampinos (City Attorney)
Absent and Excused:
Mayor Lou Colosimo, Gary Sonntag (City
Engineer), Cobb Johnson (Public Works Director)
Others Present: Don R. Johnston, Justin O'Rafferty, Eddie Horvath,
Larri Wilburn, James Horvath, Debbie Pappas, Jerry
Pappas, Dick Perea, Dell Cloward, Diana Wood, Donna Smith, Joy
Sanderson, Dave Paur, Karen Wood
Councilmember Nikas led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll was called with the
above members in attendance.
1. MAYOR PRO-TEM - Councilmember Roy A. Nikas
MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that in the absence of
Mayor Colosimo that Councilmember Nikas be appointed as Mayor Pro-Tem. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Wheeler and carried.
2. MINUTES - June 26, 1996 - Struck
3. COMMUNITY PROGRESS - Recognition Plaque - Struck
4. DELL CLOWARD - Recognition
Richard Perea, Streets Supervisor, presented a check in the amount of
$100 to Dell Cloward, for his extra efforts in testing and checking out the concrete at
the new 10 million gallon water tank over the past 9 months. Mr. Cloward performed the
testing in addition to his regular duties in the Maintenance Department, and keeping up
with the workload.
5. CASTLE VALLEY WILDLIFE CENTER
Eddie Horvath, owner of the Castle Valley Wildlife Center, stated that he
has done everything possible to get the ball rolling on a new wildlife center. He has
several professional grant writers and several organizations involved. It will just take
time for the money to come in. He requested permission to extend his conditional use
permit and allow him to operate the wildlife center for another year and that the number
of animals be increased to 20. This would mean that he go back to the original conditional
use permit and be allowed to take care of every sick animal. The large animals would be
treated at the center and then transferred to Salt Lake. Mr. Horvath stated that an
individual in East Carbon who owns over 119,000 acres has offered him as much property as
he needs.
Donna Smith stated that she called Salt Lake and found there are
facilities to handle injured animals. As Mr. Horvath's neighbor, she feels she has put up
long enough with the problems associated with the wildlife center.
Debbie Pappas, co-director for the wildlife center, stated that she is at
Mr. Horvath's house multiple times a day. In the past year, she has found no smell. Mr.
Horvath has worked very hard for the center. She contacted Steve Hoffman, the director of
Hawkwatch and the guru for all birds of prey for the State of Utah. He knows every
falconer and wildlife rehabilitator in the State. An article that appeared in the Deseret
News, stated that Mr. Hoffman has checked with all the rehabilitators and there is no
space available by licensed rehabilitators.
Karen Wood stated that she talked with a Division of Wildlife Services
in Salt Lake and they indicated there are areas in Salt Lake where these animals can be
treated.
Joyce Anderson stated that her father Don Smith found a tortoise in the
middle of the road and placed it back in Mr. Horvath's yard.
James Horvath stated that D & D Transport from Scofield has agreed to
level the property in East Carbon and excavate for utility lines. Until then, the cages
cannot be moved even if the State allowed. The cages take a lot of time to build.
Donna Smith stated that in the past few months, the center has been
cleaned up a lot. But she feels it will go right back to the way it was. She is fearful of
chronic lung diseases that can be contracted by diseased animals.
Gerald Pappas stated that he is aware of lung diseases that Mrs. Smith
talk refers to. This disease comes from pigeon droppings, but only when they become
pliable like asbestos. It is called " white lung". There are pigeon droppings
right down town. If fleas or mites come off a bird, they die for lack of body heat.
Eddie feels that within 6 months he could have the money coming in from
different organizations. It was recommended that the Council again discuss this issue. MOTION.
Councilmember Denison moved that the item be tabled until the next meeting. Motion
seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried. It was recommended that Mr. Horvath provide
verification of the donated property and of those agencies he is contacting for donations.
It was also recommended that Ms. Wood provide the name of the wildlife division that has
space for injured animals.
6. BMX RACE TRACK - Contract Approved
Don Johnston stated that the BMX organization has reviewed the contract
for the BMX Race Track and accepts the terms. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo
moved that the contract be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to
execute the agreement. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.
7. SHOP DEPARTMENT - Permission To Receive Bids For Purchase of Hydraulic
Vehicle Lift
MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that permission be given
to receive bids for the purchase of a hydraulic vehicle lift for the Shop Department.
Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried. It was recommended to consider the
needs of the City and not overbuy.
8. MAIN STREET CARPET AND INTERIORS, IMPACT GRAPHICS - Conditional Use
Permits - Struck
9. KERI CHRISTENSEN - Board of Adjustments Recommendation, 880 East 800
North
Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
reviewed the request of Keri Christensen to enclose a carport at her residence, 880 East
800 North, and gave a favorable recommendation. The carport sits on top of a cinder block
wall, which is her property line. The only thing missing from the enclosed carport is a
front door. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request receive a
favorable recommendation to the Board of Adjustments, subject to final review on the
drainage. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.
10. RON TWEED - Rehire Approved
Mayor Colosimo recommended the rehire of Ron Tweed, Streets Dept.,
Laborer/Truck Driver, Temp/FT. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the
rehire be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.
11. FEDERAL PROPERTY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - Authorized City Agents
Mayor Pro-Tem Nikas reported that it is necessary to report to the Federal
Property Assistance Program those employees that are authorized city agents and can
purchase surplus items through the program. It was recommended that those employees
currently on the list remain and that additional employees be added as recommended. The
employees on the list are - Cobb Johnson, Kent Boyack, Paul Wheeler, Dick Perea, Richard
Oliver, and Brian Allred. MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that the above
list be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
12. FRANCIS DUZENACK - Travel Approved
Mayor Pro-Tem Nikas recommended that Francis Duzenack be authorized to
attend the International Conference of Building Officials and Code Change Conference, St.
Paul, Minnesota, September 8-13. MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that
the travel be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
13. COMPUTER PURCHASE - Permission To Purchase
Vern Jones requested permission to purchase 2 computers that run at 200
mhz. The computers are high speed and are needed in the Accounting and Police Departments.
As they can not be purchased locally, he presented a list of private businesses that
provide government discounts. MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that
permission be given to purchase the computers at either of the two lowest proposals.
Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
14. NOVELL NETWORK UPGRADE - Permission To Purchase
Vern Jones reported that proposals were received to purchase the Novell
network upgrade for City Hall, Police Dept., and the Library. The cost for City Hall is
$639; Library $2,199; and Police Dept. $1,490. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo
moved that the purchase of the upgrade be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Wheeler and carried.
15. ADA REMODEL OF LIBRARY - Kent Stilson Const. - Partial Payment #1
MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that Partial Payment #1
in the amount of $25,165.25 be paid to Kent Stilson Const. for the contract on the ADA
remodeling of the Library. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.
16. CLASS "C" ROAD CONST., CEDAR HILLS DRIVE - Valley Asphalt -
Partial Payment #1
MOTION. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that Partial Payment
#1 in the amount of $53,535.74 be paid to Valley Asphalt for the contract on the Class
"C" Road Const, Cedar Hills Drive. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and
carried.
17. WATER EXPANSION PROJECT PHASE IV, TANK CONSTRUCTION - CRS Consulting
Engineers - Partial Payment #21
MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that Partial Payment #21
in the amount of $6,450.75 be paid to CRS Consulting Engineers for the contract on the
water tank design and construction inspection. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler
and carried.
MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the meeting
adjourn and that a meeting of the Redevelopment Agency convene. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.
Meeting adjourned at 6:44 p.m.
Reconvened at 6:46 p.m.
18. EXECUTIVE SESSION - Personnel Issue
MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the meeting adjourn
and that an Executive Session convene for the purpose of discussing a personnel issue.
Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
MOTION. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that the Executive
Session adjourn and that the Council Meeting reconvene. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Denison and carried.
Meeting reconvened at 7:32 p.m.
19. BRUCE B. CHRISTENSEN - Termination
The Council thoroughly discussed the industrial accident incurred by Bruce
B. Christensen on July 26, 1995. Mr. Christensen injured his back, which resulted in a
herniated disc. A statement received from Dr. Donald C. Bernson permanently restricts Mr.
Christensen from repetitive bending and lifting in excess of 40 pounds. Because of this
restriction, Mr. Christensen will no longer be able to perform the functions as
Mechanic/Welder. Discussion occurred regarding other possible jobs that Mr. Christensen
could perform. However, there are currently no other positions available. MOTION.
Based on the fact that Mr. Christensen can not fulfill the requirements based on the job
description of Welder/Mechanic for which he was hired, Councilmember Denison moved that
Bruce Christensen's employment with Price City be terminated effective July 23, 1996.
Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.
Redevelopment Agency
Minutes
Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.