Minutes of The Price City Council Meeting

City Hall: Price, Utah

January 12, 2000

 

Present:

Mayor Lou Colosimo

Councilmembers:                                               Vernon W. Jones, Community Administrator

   Roy A. Nikas                                                  Joanne Lessar, City Recorder

   Betty P. Wheeler                                            Pat Larsen, Finance Director

   Richard Tatton                                                Nick Sampinos, City Attorney

Gary Sonntag, PWD/City Engineer

Aleck Shilaos, Chief of Police

 

Excused:

   Councilmember Joe L. Piccolo

   Councilmember Stephen L. Denison

 

Others Present:

   Daniel Guthrie                                     Terry Guthrie                             Shauna Fassett

   Chris Fassett                                      John Serfustini                           Kevin Ashby

   Dale Mathis                                        Robert Potts

 

Chris Fassett, Boy Scout Troop #284 and Daniel Guthrie, Troop #299, led the Pledge of Allegiance.  Mayor Colosimo called the roll with the above members present:

 

 1.                MINUTES - December 14, 1999

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the minutes of the December 14, 1999 meeting be approved as written.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

 

 2.                MINUTES - December 15, 1999

 

Joanne Lessar reported that Councilmember Piccolo wished to change Item #18 in the minutes of December 15, 1999.  Instead of stating that Councilmember Piccolo abstained from voting, change it to read that even though he supported this action, Councilmember Piccolo did not vote as he is related to the contractor.  MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that per the above change that the minutes be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 3.                MINUTES - December 27, 1999

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the minutes of the December 27, 1999 meeting be approved as written.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

 

 4.                MINUTES - January 3, 2000

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that the minutes of the January 3, 2000 meeting be approved as written.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 5.                RAY DOWNARD - Sewer Back-Up - Tabled

 

Ray Downard discussed his claim to the Citys insurance company regarding a recent sewer back-up he experienced at his residence at 210 East 900 North.  The insurance company has denied the claim, stating that the City was not negligent.  When an employee from the City’s Water and Sewer Department investigated, it was determined that the manhole was full of water.  Mr. Downard asked who is responsible for the sewer line?  The Council recommended that the item be tabled for further investigation and review.

 

 6.                UTAH DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - Landscape Management Agreement

 


Councilmember Nikas presented an agreement with the Utah Department of Transportation allowing the City to go onto UDOT’s right-of-way to complete landscaping within certain perimeters in order to plant vegetation and clean up entrances into the City.  It is a ten year agreement along State Route 6, Exits 240, 241 and 243 with five year options.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the documents.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

 

 7.                SUN ADVOCATE - Ad For Annual Energy Edition

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that authorization be given to place an ad in the Sun Advocate Energy Edition for an amount of $145.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

 

Gary Sonntag informed the Council that as part of an Eagle Scout Award, Daniel Guthrie, one of the Boy Scouts at tonight’s meeting, was instrumental in building, painting, and installing the benches at Cliff View Cemetery.  Daniel stated that he, his family, and scout group participated in the project.   The Mayor and Council thanked Daniel for his efforts.

 

 8.                PRICE/WELLINGTON CANAL PROJECT - Special Meeting Scheduled

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that since part of the Council is missing tonight, that a special meeting be scheduled for January 18th to discuss the Price/Wellington Canal Project.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 9.                BILL BARNES, FRANCIS DUZENACK, VERN JONES, SAM WHITE, RON BREWER - Travel Approved

 

Mayor Colosimo presented the following travel requests:

Bill Barnes - Police Management Planning and Budget Meeting, February 7-11, P.O.S.T.

Francis Duzenack, Vern Jones  - Land Use Seminar (January 19), Utah Chapter of ICBO Uniformity Council Meeting (January 20), Salt Lake

Sam White, Ron Brewer - Rural Water Association Conference, February 29 - March 2, St. George

 

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

 

 10.            FLAG DAY SCHEDULE - Year 2000

 

Mayor Colosimo presented the following Flag Day Schedule for the Year 2000.  Joanne Lessar reported that since Veterans Day, November 11th, falls on a Saturday, the government is recommending that the flags be flown on Friday, November 10th.  It has been recommended that the flag be flown on both the 10th and 11th of November.

 

January 4 - Statehood Day                               January 17 - Civil Rights Day

February 21 - President’s Day                          March 11 - St. Patricks Day Parade

May 20 - Armed Forces Day                           May 29 - Memorial Day

June 14 - Flag Day                                           July 4 - Independence Day

July 24 - Pioneer Day                                       July 27, 28, 29 - International Days

September 4 - Labor Day                                 October 9 - Columbus Day

November 10th, 11th - Veterans Day

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the above schedule be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 11.            RETURNED CHECK POLICY - Authorization To Prepare Policy

 

Mayor Colosimo reported that the City Treasurer would like to implement a policy for returned checks.  This would enable the department to refuse checks from those individuals whose checks are returned more than twice in a one-year period.  The Council felt this is a good idea and recommended that it be City-wide.  MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that himself, Mayor Colosimo, Councilmember Piccolo, the City Treasurer, Utility personnel, and Nick Sampinos be authorized to prepare a policy.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.


 12.            RICK KROMPEL - Reimbursement For Sewer Overbilling

 

Robert Potts reported that Price City has been calculating the incorrect residential equivalents for sewer connections for Rick Krompel.  This has been investigated thoroughly and found that Mr. Krompel has been overbilled a total of $1, 836.00.  MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that the reimbursement be approved and that staff be directed to implement a program to review all commerical connections.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 13.            ALLEN LATERAL WATER COMPANY - Easements Approved

 

Vern Jones reported that the Allen Lateral Water Company is in the process of piping their irrigation water.  In an earlier meeting, the Council gave permission for easements to this company to facilitate crossing properties owned by Price City in the Miller Creek area.   Mr. Jones presented the easements to cover this and recommended that they be approved and recorded with the County Recorder.  MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that the easements be approved, that the Mayor be authorized to execute the documents, and that they be recorded.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 14.            CITY PROPERTY ON RIDGE ROAD - Offer To Purchase Refused

 

Vern Jones presented a letter from Dalvin Bradley offering to purchase property owned by Price City along Ridge Road in the Wellington City limits.  Mr. Bradley’s offer is $800/acre.  In 1997, the property was appraised at $1,200/acre.  MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that the offer be refused and that a letter be written to Mr. Bradley thanking him for his interest and inform him that the City is not interested in selling their property at this price.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 15.            RESOLUTION #2000-01 - Fee Structure For Dog Licenses Within Price City

 

Mr. Sampinos presented Resolution #2000-01, amending the fee structure for dog licenses within Price City.  MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that Resolution #2000-01 be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to sign the resolution.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 16.            SNOW, CHRISTENSEN & MARTINEAU - Attorney Fees For Litigation

 

Mr. Sampinos presented an invoice in the amount of $3,219.13 submitted by Snow, Christensen & Martineau, attorneys in the litigation against Capitol Indemnity Corp.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the invoice be paid.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

 

 17.            CARBON COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY - Assistance In Constructing Temporary Road - Tabled

 

Gary Sonntag presented a letter from Linda Varner, Executive Director of the Housing Authority, requesting that the City assist them in constructing a temporary access road from 300 North down along the west side of Meads Wash.  The road will be used to allow their work crews access to cut down trees, remove debris and stabilize the channel bank.  Once the work is completed, the road will be removed.  MOTION.  As there were several questions regarding this request, Councilmember Nikas moved that the item be tabled.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 18.            JERRY CHAVEZ - Carbonville Sewer Payment Agreement

 

Gary Sonntag reported that Jerry Chavez, 160 North Carbonville Road, has agreed to participate in the installation costs of the new sewer main along Carbonville Road.  He presented an agreement where Mr. Chavez will pay $23.04/month over the next five years for a total payment of $1,382.21.  MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the document.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.  The agreement will be recorded in the event the property is sold.


 19.            ARSENIO VELASQUEZ - Development Improvement Agreement

 

Gary Sonntag presented a Development Improvement Agreement with Arsenio Velasquez.  Mr. Velasquez is building a home at 385 South 600 East and has agreed to construct the necessary street improvements.  The estimated cost is $6,142.00.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the document.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 20.            KEN MILLARD (PLANNING COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM) - Change Order, Final Payment

 

Gary Sonntag presented a request for a final payment in the amount of $1,900 from Ken Millard for his work on the Planning and Zoning Commission General Plan.  To date, Mr. Millard has been paid $6,100.  After reviewing what was accomplished, staff feels that the work, as specified, was not complete.  Therefore, he is recommending a change order to reduce the contract by $1,400 and a final payment in the amount of $500.  MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that the change order and final payment in the amount of $500 be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 21.            WATER SYSTEM EXPANSION PROJECT IV, PHASE IV #3C-99 - High Mountain Excavation - Change Order, Partial Payment #3

 

Gary Sonntag presented a change order to the contract with High Mountain Excavation for the Water System Expansion Project IV, Phase IV.  The change order increases the contract $69,454.24 for increased quantities of gravel and asphalt, which was due to an estimating error in the initial bid schedule items.  Gary recommended a partial payment in the amount of $198,072.43.  This includes a 5% retainage in the amount of $22,769.09 which will be withheld until lien waivers and consent of surety are received.  MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that the change order and partial payment be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.  Gary stated that prior to final payment, a minimum of $5,805.60 will be withheld until warmer weather so that the contractor can return to complete surface restoration repairs and clean up.

 

 22.            ELLIS PIERCE - Approval To Vacate Alley (150 South, 200 West - 250 West), Refer To Planning and Zoning Commission

 

Gary Sonntag reported that Ellis Pierce has requested that the City vacate an alley at 150 South from 200 West to 250 West.  At the present, the alley is part of a large parking lot.  Gary recommended that this alley be vacated contingent upon receipt of a power line easement along the alley alignment and that the property be maintained by adjacent property owners.  MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that the request be approved and that staff be authorized to proceed with the necessary procedures and that Gary be directed to discuss the utility line easements, location of lines, etc. with Mr. Pierce.  Further, that this be referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission for their approval.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 23.            ELLIS PIERCE - Request For Speed Bump On Railroad Avenue (Northeast Corner of Pierce Oil Company)

 

Gary Sonntag reported that Ellis Pierce has requested a speed bump on Railroad Avenue on the northeast corner of Pierce Oil Company in order to provide a means to contain any possible petroleum spills between the railroad tracks and the bulk plant.  Gary stated that the City cannot authorize this as it is private property owned by the railroad.  However, the City has a concern as whatever takes place should not impede safe vehicle travel.  The Council discussed other ways to handle this, such as a ditch, catch basin, or trough with a grate instead of a speed bump.  The Council directed that Gary discuss this with Mr. Pierce.

 

 24.            WAVE POOL AIR HANDLING UNIT HEATING SYSTEM REPAIR - O’Brien Plumbing - Payment

 


Gary Sonntag presented an invoice in the amount of $2,661.31 submitted by O’Brien Plumbing and Heating.  The wave pool air handling unit heating system broke down and O’Brien Plumbing and Heating completed the repairs.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the payment be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 25.            WATER SOURCE PROTECTION PLAN, #12S-99 - Hansen, Allen & Luce - Partial Payment #5

 

Gary Sonntag presented a request for a partial payment in the amount of $3,216.25 submitted by Hansen, Allen and Luce for their contract on the Water Source Protection Plan.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the partial payment be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 26.            DESERT WAVE POOL SURFACE REPAIR, #21C-99 - Johansen’s Swim Pool Plaster - Change Order #2, Partial Payment #2

 

Gary Sonntag presented a change order to the contract with Johansen’s Swim Pool Plaster for the Desert Wave Pool Surface Repair.  The change order increases the contract #3,028.00 for replacement of the pool lights, which were beyond repair.  In addition, Gary recommended a partial payment in the amount of $35,019.42, which includes a 5% retainage until the job is finished.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the change order and partial payment be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

 

 27.            STREET DEPARTMENT EARTH COMPACTOR - Purchase Approved and  Bidding Procedures Waived

 

Gary Sonntag reported that the Street Department has been using a plate compactor to compact backfill material, which has not been sufficient.  He is recommending the purchase of a Model BS600 Wacker earth compactor at a cost of $2,656.92.  He requested permission to purchase the item and to waive bidding procedures to allow the purchase through A1 Rental, as they are the only ones in the area that stock, sell, service, and maintain parts for this equipment.  MOTION Councilmember Nikas moved that the request be granted.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 28.            PUMP STATION ELECTRICAL REPAIR - Tram Electric - Payment Approved

 

Gary Sonntag presented an invoice in the amount of $2,437.94 submitted by Tram Electric.  A contactor in the electrical switch at the pump station burned up one of the motors and Tram Electric completed the repair.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the payment be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 29.            THREE MILLION GALLON WATER TANK INTERIOR PAINT #17C-99 - The Gateway Company - Final Payment

 

Gary Sonntag presented a request for a final payment in the amount of $31,584 submitted by The Gateway Company for their contract to repaint the interior of the three million gallon water tank.  This amount includes the retainage fee.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the final payment be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 30.            PRICE COMMUNITY CENTER (ELEVATOR SHAFT SETTLEMENT) - Allen & Bailey Engineers, Inc. - Proposal For Structural Engineering Services

 

Gary Sonntag reported that the elevator shaft at the Price Community Center has began to settle and separate from the main building, causing water to pond in the basement.  Allen & Bailey Engineers were contacted to evaluate the cause and effect of the settlement.  Allen & Bailey submitted a proposal to complete the evaluation, design, and construction inspection at an estimated cost of $9,500, to be billed at time and expense.  Gary recommended that the City enter into a contract with Allen & Bailey for these services.  In addition, Gary reported that Allen & Bailey recommended that RB & G Soils Engineers complete soil borings around the building.  This will be a separate expense.    MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the recommendations be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

 

 31.            TERRACE HILLS SKATE PARK - Permission To Distribute Letter and Submitt Application For Grant

 

As the skate park is now in the planning stages, Gary Sonntag requested permission to distribute a letter from the City inviting individuals and businesses to participate in the construction of the park.  He also requested permission to submit an application to the George S. and Dolores Dore’ Eccles Foundation for a grant.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the requests be granted.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

 

 32.            HARMOND HILLS WATER LINE CONNECTION (SPRING GLEN ROAD) - Authorization To Turn Over To PRWID

 

Gary Sonntag reported that for several years, the City has supplied water to the residents on Harmond Hill located in Spring Glen.  This has not been an easy task due primarily to the fluctuation in pressure and flow.  In the past, staff has had to drive to Spring Glen on a daily basis to regulate the pressure, which has been quite costly.  It has been proposed that this connection be turned over to the Price River Water Improvement District.  The District has a high pressure water main near Haycock Lane, which is approximately 1,000 feet away.  The City would participate in 50% of the cost of the materials for a two inch line and connection, which amounts to approximately $1,250.56.  The remaining 50% would be paid by the residents of Harmond Hill.  PRWID would complete the installation and contribute the related cost of doing this.  If in the future, PRWID and the residents increase the size of the waterline, they would be responsible for the increased costs.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that due to the ongoing problems and expense to the City to maintain the Harmond Hill waterline, that the connection be turned over to PRWID and that the City participate in the costs in the amount of $1,250.56 as stated above.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 33.            JOHN D., JR., AND CATHERINE BARNEY - Development Improvement Agreement

 

Gary Sonntag reported that John and Catherine Barney are planning to construct a house at 1329 East Nelson Lane (150 South).  They have agreed to install the necessary street improvements.  However, Nelson Lane is a very narrow street.  It is anticipated that Nelson Lane will be widened on one or both sides in the future.  Until such time that this occurs, the street improvements on either side will be delayed.  The Barney’s have signed an agreement confirming their intentions to install the street improvements once the road is widened and to dedicate up to ten additional feet for the road.  Until this time the Development Improvement Agreement will be recorded with the County Recorder and attached to the property.  MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the agreement be approved, that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the document, and that it be recorded with the County Recorder.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

 

 34.            FUND TRANSFERS - Approved

 

Pat Larsen requested permission to transfer the following funds:

 $138,350 to Library Fund from General Fund

 $12,500 to General Fund from Redevelopment Agency

 $513,500 to General Fund from Electric Fund

 $128,950 to Swim Pool Fund from General Fund

 $7,500 to Capital Project Fund from the General Fund

 $23,750 to the Drug Task Force Fund from the General Fund

 $50,950 to the IS Fund from the General Fund

 $43,200 to the IS Fund from the Electric Fund

 $30,450 to the IS Fund from the Water Fund

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the above transfers be approved.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 35.            JUANITA RICHARD - Increase In Work Hours Approved

 


Aleck Shilaos requested permission to increase the work hours of Juanita Richard from 6 hours/day to 8 hours/day.  This will allow Juanita to work in the evidence room of the Police Department on a temporary basis for a period of 6 months or longer.  After things are straightened out, she will return to 6 hours.  Juanita already receives benefits, so the only thing increasing is her salary.  MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the request be granted.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 36.            RESOLUTION - Abolishing Compensatory Time For Salaried Exempt Employees - Tabled

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Tatton moved that the resolution abolishing compensatory time for salaried exempt employees be tabled.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

 

 37.            RESOLUTION - Policy For Consistent And Effective Use Of Pages, Call Out Pay And On Call Pay - Tabled

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Nikas moved that the resolution to adopt a policy for the consistent and effective use of pages, call out pay and on call pay be tabled.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 38.            JOB DESCRIPTIONS - Meter Reader I, Customer Service Representative, Electrical Leadman/Meter Reader II - Tabled

 

MOTION..  Councilmember Nikas moved that the job descriptions for Meter Reader I, Customer Service Representative, Electrical Leadman/Meter Reader II be tabled.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

 39.            LISA PETERSON - Reclassification - Tabled

 

MOTION.  Councilmember Wheeler moved that the reclassification for Lisa Peterson be tabled.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Tatton and carried.

 

Meeting adjourned at 7:19 p.m.