Minutes of the Price City Council Meeting

City Hall: Price, Utah

August 13, 2003, 5:30 p.m.

 

Present:

Mayor Joe L. Piccolo                                          Joanne Lessar, City Recorder

Councilmembers:                                               Pat Larsen, Finance Director

     Stepen L. Denison                                        Nick Sampinos, City Attorney

     Richard Tatton                                              Gary Sonntag, Public Works Director/City Engineer

     Don G. Reaveley, Jr.                                     Nick Tatton, Community Director

     Jeanne McEvoy                                            Aleck Shilaos, Chief of Police

 

Excused: Councilmember Betty P. Wheeler

                Keith Wight, Human Resource Director

 

Others Present:

     Kathy Hanna Smith               Ken Kirkwood                Evan Hansen                 John Moynier

     Tina Moynier                         Doug Trease

 

  1.        PUBLIC INPUT - Evan Hansen, John Moynier, Ken Kirkwood - North East Price Sewer Back Up

 

Evan Hansen, John Moynier and Ken Kirkwood discussed the claims they submitted to the City=s insurance carrier regarding a sewer back up that occurred on May 26, 2003.  Brenda Marvidakis, who experienced a sewer back up three days before they did and who lives up the street from all of them also submitted a claim.  The insurance company approved the Marvidakis claim, but denied their claims.  They appreciated the quick response from City workers in clearing the sewer line and thanked the Mayor and City Attorney for contacting the insurance company and writing letters.  They asked the Council for help in resolving this issue, as at this point, they have not gotten any satisfaction.  Gary Sonntag stated that City staff issued reports indicating that the City is responsible for the sewer line.  These reports were sent to the City Attorney who in turn sent them to the insurance carrier.   Staff made attempts to clean the sewer line, but there were obviously continuing problems with the sewer that were not remedied.  Consequently, the sewer backed up again.  Evan Hansen stated that he has lived there for over 20 years and has not had any previous problems.  Tina Moynier stated that prior to the back up, City crews were working on the lines and there appeared to be so much air in the line, that she could see the water in the toilet jumping.  Evidently this procedure caused something to back up into the sewer laterals.  All of her neighbors could hear air coming up through the line.  Nick Sampinos stated that in his discussion with the adjuster, it appeared that she did not have her facts straight.  Councilmember Tatton stated that as this item is not on the agenda, that it would be reviewed by himself and Mr. Sampinos and that it will be placed on the next agenda for a recommendation. 

 

 2.        COUNCILMEMBERS REPORT

 

Mayor Piccolo and the Councilmembers gave a brief report on the activities taking place in their individual departments.

 

 3.        MINUTES - July 7, 2003

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the minutes of the July 7, 2003 meeting be approved as written.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Reaveley and carried.

 

 4.         MINUTES - July 9, 2003

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the minutes of the July 9, 2003 meeting be approved as written.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 5.         MINUTES - July 23, 2003

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the minutes of the July 23, 2003 minutes be approved as written.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 6.         MINUTES - August 7, 2003

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Reaveley moved that the minutes of the August 7, 2003 meeting be approved as written.  Motion seconded by Councilmember McEvoy and carried.

 

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 7.        CARBON COUNTY TRAVEL BUREAU - Funding For Billboards Approved

 

Kathy Hanna-Smith requested a contribution to assist in funding billboards at each entryway into Carbon County to draw people to downtown Price and to the prehistoric museum.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that $5,000 be contributed towards the billboards and that the funds be taken out of the transient room tax.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Reaveley and carried.

 

 8.         ADVERTISEMENT IN 2004 TRAVEL BUREAU LODGING AND VACATION GUIDE - Referred To

Swimming Pool Complex and International Days Committee

 

Kathy Hanna-Smith asked the Council if they would be interested in placing an ad in the 2004 Lodging and Vacation Guide that is put together by the Carbon County Travel Bureau.  MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that this be referred to the swimming pool complex and the International Days committee.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 9.         COMMUNTITY LEADERS OF AMERICA - Waiver of Rental Fees For Pioneer and Washington

Parks - Tabled

 

MOTION.  As the representative for the Community Leaders of America is not present, Councilmember Denison moved that this item be tabled.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Reaveley and carried.

 

10.        WATER TRANSMISSION PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING, #25S-2000, HELPER

INTERCHANGE CONNECTION - Hansen, Allen & Luce, Inc. - Partial Payments

 

Mayor Piccolo presented requests for partial payments submitted by Hansen, Allen & Luce, Inc. for their contracts on the Water Transmission Pipeline replacement and the Helper Interchange connection.   The amount for the pipeline is for $14,509.24 and $352.00 for the Helper Interchange.  MOTION.  Councilmember Reaveley moved that the partial payments be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

11.        WATER TRANSMISSION PIPELINE PAVEMENT RESTORATION, #1C -2002 -Nielson

Construction, Inc. - Partial Payment

 

Mayor Piccolo presented a request for a partial payment in the amount of $88,429.04 submitted by Nielson Construction, Inc. for their contract on the Water Transmission Pipeline Pavement Restoration.  MOTION.  Councilmember Reaveley moved that the partial payment be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember McEvoy and carried.

 

12.        UTAH DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - Concrete Replacement Agreement

For 2003-04, SR10 and SR55

 

Councilmember Reaveley presented a contract with the Utah Department of Transportation to complete concrete replacement work in the Utah Department of Transportation road system within the Price City limits during the Fiscal Year 2003-04.  UDOT will pay the material costs for curb, gutter, and handicap ramps not to exceed a cost of $3,200.  MOTION.  Councilmember Reaveley moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the documents.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

13.        SHELLY=S NAILS, COCHRANE FENCE COMPANY - Home Occupied Businesses Approved

 

Councilmember McEvoy reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to the following requests for home occupied businesses.

 

Shelly=s Nails - 725 North Molyneux Drive, Shelly Laws-Owner

Cochrane Fence Company - 286 South 500 West, John Cochrane-Owner

 

MOTION.  Councilmember McEvoy moved that the home occupied businesses be approved upon the purchase of a business license.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

14.        HOME OCCUPIED BUSINESSES - Conservative Designs, Southeast Home Improvements  -

Tabled

 

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15.        HOME OCCUPIED BUSINESS - Leslie Tolley Daycare - Struck

 

16.        AIRPORT MALL - Conditional Use Permit Approved

 

Councilmember McEvoy reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to the request of the Airport Mall for a Conditional Use Permit to place a 110' sign on an existing pole located on their property at 125 South Highway 55.  The sign code stipulates a 100' sign, but the Commission approved a variance.  Councilmember Tatton questioned the size of the sign and if the Planning and Zoning Commission can grant a variance or if it has to go through the Board of Adjustments.  Mayor Piccolo stated that the sign code stipulates that the sign can be no bigger than 100 square foot or as permitted by Conditional Use Permit.  MOTION.  After further discussion, Councilmember McEvoy moved that the request be approved subject to final review to make sure the procedure was proper, and that a Conditional Use Permit be issued.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Reaveley and carried by the following vote.

Councilmember Denison - Aye                Councilmember Reaveley - Aye

Councilmember Tatton - Naye                 Councilmember McEvoy - Aye

 

17.        BRYNER PHOTOGRAPHY - Conditional use Permit Approved

 

Councilmember McEvoy reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to the request of Bryner Photography for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a business and construct a sign at 345 East Main.  MOTION.  Councilmember McEvoy moved that the request be approved and that a Conditional Use Permit be issued.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

 

18.        JAMES BANASKY - New Building At 6 West Main - Preliminary and Final Approval

 

Councilmember McEvoy reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation for preliminary and final approval for James Banasky to construct a new building at 6 West Main Street.   MOTION.  Councilmember McEvoy moved that preliminary and final approval be given.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

19.        BILL BARNES - Travel Approved

 

Mayor Piccolo presented the following travel request.

Bill Barnes - Counter Terrorism and Counterintelligence Training (P.O.S.T.), August 19-20, 2003, Sandy, Utah

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the travel be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember McEvoy and carried.

 

20.        ROBERT BENNETT - Travel Approved

 

Mayor Piccolo presented the following travel request.

Robert Bennett - Bonneville Chapter ICC Fall Educational Institute, September 30-October 3,

Ogden, Utah

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the travel be approved and that Ogden be the work location for the above days.  Motion seconded by Councilmember McEvoy and carried.

 

21.        NICK TATTON - Travel Approved

 

Mayor Piccolo presented the following travel request.

Nick Tatton - Main Street Program, September 17, 18, Richfield, Utah

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the travel be approved and that Richfield be the work location for the above days.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Reaveley and carried.

 

22.       SILVER ROSE BOUTIQUE - Economic Vitality Loan Fund Request - Tabled

 

 

 

 

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23.        UTAH DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (PIONEER COMMUNITIES PROGRAM) -

Memorandum of Understanding

 

Nick Tatton presented a Memorandum of Understanding with the Utah Division of Community Development (Pioneer Communities Program).  This agreement allows Price City to reimburse Pioneer Communities sixty-seven percent (67%) or up to a maximum of $6,000 of the costs of consulting services provided by Wikstrom Economic and Planning Consultants in completion of a market analysis for downtown Price.  MOTION.  Councilmember Reaveley moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the document.  Motion seconded by Councilmember McEvoy and carried.

 

24.       SERGEANT BILL BARNES - Salary Adjustment Approved

 

Police Chief Aleck Shilaos requested permission to make an adjustment of $61.25/month to the salary of Sergeant Bill Barnes.  This adjustment will bring him to the same level of pay as Sergeant Dennis Christensen.  Both employees have approximately the same amount of time.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the request be granted in order to provide equal pay for the two Sergeants.  Motion seconded by Councilmember McEvoy and carried.

 

25.        MASONRY MASTERS, INC. - Partial Release of Development Agreement #2

 

Gary Sonntag reported that Masonry Masters is eligible for a partial release of their Development Agreement (street improvements) in the amount of $1,250.00.  MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the partial release be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

26.        LEON ERRAMOUSPE TEMPORARY SPECIAL EVENT BEER PERMIT - Approval Ratified

 

Joanne Lessar reported that the Council was polled and gave their approval for a temporary special event beer permit for the Leon Erramouspe wedding held on Saturday, August 9th.  MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the Council action be ratified.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

27.        BETTY RUDEN - Retirement Approved

JUDY FLOWERS - Promotion/Reclassification

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the retirement of Betty Ruden be accepted effective August 22, 2003.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.          

 

Pat Larsen reported that the Human Resource Director is recommending that Judy Flowers be promoted and reclassified from an Office Clerk, Grade 2, to Office Manager, Grade 7, at the swimming pool complex to replace Betty Ruden.  MOTION.  Councilmember Denison moved that the promotion/reclassification be approved effective August 17, 2003..  Motion seconded by Councilmember Reaveley and carried.

 

28.        CONNIE WARE - Promotion /Reclassification -Tabled

 

Pat Larsen reported that the Human Resource Director is recommending that Connie Ware be promoted and reclassified from a Senior Life Guard, Grade 3, to an Office Clerk, Grade 2 at the swimming pool complex.  Joanne Lessar stated that the Aquatics Director is requesting permission to also use Connie to assist in training and as Senior Life Guard during the time she is not the Office Clerk, as the Office Clerk is only a 30/hour week position.  MOTION.  As there were questions regarding this request, Councilmember Tatton moved that the item be tabled.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

  

29.        SENIOR LIFE GUARD - Permission To Advertise Inhouse

 

MOTION.   Councilmember Denison moved that permission be given to advertise inhouse to replace a Senior Life Guard at the swimming pool complex who is terminating her employment.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 

 

 

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30.        FCF BENEFITS & ADMINISTRATION (CAFETERIA PLAN) - Advance Funding Approved

 

Pat Larsen requested permission to provide advance funding in the amount of $3,000 to the City=s cafeteria plan provider, FCF.  This amount will be reimbursed to the City after it has been collected through the employee=s payroll deductions.  MOTION.  Councilmember Dension moved that the request be granted.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

31.        INTERNATIONAL DAYS - Update

 

Councilmember Denison reported that the International Days events went very well.  There were a lot of activities taking place at the parks and other areas.  He will place a thank you ad in the Sun Advocate and address next years time frame and chairman.  Mayor Piccolo recommended the appointment of Councilmember Reaveley as Chairman and Councilmember McEvoy as Co-Chairman for next year=s International Days.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the above appointments be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.  Next years International Days was scheduled for July 29th, 30th  and 31st.

 

32.        WATER SAVING AND TREATMENT PROPOSAL - Report

 

Councilmember Tatton reported that he met with Sam White and Gary Sonntag to review the water saving proposal and what it would take to get the water back up to the tank on the hill.  Sam had maps of the sewer system and where they attach to the District=s line.  There are five locations starting at Creekview.  Gary went over the functions of a treatment plant.  Gary will investigate other areas in the state to see how they handle their waste water.  The committee will gather more details and contact contractors to see what their cost estimate is.  The committee may be asking for funds to hire local engineering firms to get the exact flows.  The Finance Department reported that the City pays $836,000/year to the District to handle the City=s sewer collection system.  Councilmember Tatton stated that he would keep the Council informed of their progress.

 

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

 

Meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

Reconvened at 7:10 p.m.

 

Meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m.

 

APPROVED:

 

 

 

                                                

ATTEST:                                                           Joe L. Piccolo, Mayor

 

 

 

                                                  

Joanne Lessar, City Recorder