February 10, 1997, 5:00 p.m.
Present:
Mayor Lou Colosimo
Councilmembers:
Roy A. Nikas, Betty P. Wheeler, Joe L. Piccolo, Steve Bringhurst, Stephen L. Denison
Vernon W. Jones (Adminis. Assistant), Pat Larsen (Finance Director), Joanne Lessar (City Recorder), Gary Sonntag (City Engineer),Francis Duzenack (Building Inspector), Aleck Shilaos (Chief of Police)
1. ANNEXATIONS - Discussion
Gary Sonntag presented a current map of the City and explained the 1/2
mile perimeter surrounding the City limits. The half mile perimeter in east Price would
extend to Thayn's animal clinic; in the south, it would be the PacifiCorp office; in the
west, it would be the 3-way stop at the top of the hill; in the northwest, it would be the
Mountain Fuel pump station, and towards Carbonville, it would be the Metro gas station.
If residents don't want to be annexed, they can protest in writing.
However, the City does not have to accept the protest, as the public hearing on the 1/2
mile radius has already been held. Councilmember Nikas stated that he felt uncomfortable
considering annexing all areas of the City that fall within that 1/2 mile perimeter, as
the City has already said "no" to south Price. He feels the City should steer
more towards the east and north sections of the City. As far as Carbonville is concerned,
the City should probably wait for new development. Councilmember Denison suggested not
only taking in areas that are primarily residential, but to consider industrial and other
businesses as well. Mayor Colosimo recommended looking towards the south.
Vern Jones discussed south Price and the electrical distribution system
now owned by PacifiCorp. The only way the City could compete in this area would be new
businesses or buy the electrical system from PacifiCorp. Councilmember Piccolo recommended
looking at south Price, possibly even creating a special improvement district and let the
residents decide. Let them know how much it will cost. Annexation in this area will have
an immediate impact on both the Streets and Police Departments. If an area is annexed into
the City that is already established, it is more costly than new development. If an area
is annexed that is not developed, there would be no impact on City services until building
starts and it is occupied. Councilmember Piccolo stated that if the City is faced with
growth, they should plan for it. Councilmember Nikas stated that the City can direct the
growth if it annexes correctly with appropriate utility and zoning. Councilmember Denison
discussed the industrial development along Airport Road, and if this area should be
annexed before any building takes place. Francis Duzenack stated that any development
taking place within the 1/2 mile parameter, either commercial or industrial exceeding
$75,000, should come to the City and request annexation. Vern stated that if you annex
towards the northeast, the east, and towards the Price interchange, you would pick up
residential, industrial and the green belt. If you annex towards the Price interchange,
you would pick up residential and industrial development. However, annexing the south
portion would involve the electrical distribution system owned by PacifiCorp and the
private water systems. It would probably be better to pick up raw ground for development.
Meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.