February 22, 1995, 5:30 p.m.
Present:
Mayor Lou Colosimo
Councilmembers:
James L. Jensen
L. Lamond Williams
Theressa O. Frandsen
L. Janet Oliveto Gary Sonntag (City Engineer),
Roy Nikas
Cobb Johnson (Public Works Director), Vernon W.
Jones (Administrative Assist.), Joanne Lessar (City Recorder),
Pat Larsen (Finance Director), Nick Sampinos (City Attorney), Aleck Shilaos (Chief of Police)
Others Present: Kevin Ashby, Bruce
Allred, Cathy Allred, Michael Cha
Mayor Colosimo led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll was called with the above members in
attendance.
1. MINUTES - February 8, 1995
Councilmember Oliveto moved that the minutes of the February 8, 1995
meeting be approved as written. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.
2. MINUTES - February 15, 1995
Councilmember Frandsen moved that the minutes of the February 15, 1995
meeting be approved as written. Motion seconded by Councilmember Jensen and carried.
3. PUBLIC HEARING - Water Expansion Project, Water Rate Increase -
Authorization To Prepare Resolution
Mayor Colosimo opened the public hearing at 5:32 p.m. to receive comments
on the proposed Water Expansion Project and water rate increase. Pat Larsen reported that
there was an error in the information presented to First Security Bank to properly figure
the rate increase for residential customers. The present rate reflects 3 steps. The
proposed rate indicates 2 steps. The proposed first step is $14.00 for the first 10,000
gallons and $1.50 for every 1,000 gallons over 10,000. If the City were to continue with
the present 3 steps, a third step would need to be added to indicate $1.80 per gallon for
everything over 30,000 gallons. The Council recommended that the third step be eliminated,
and that $1.50 be charged for every 1,000 gallons over 10,000. The above rates would
provide the funds available for the Water Expansion Project. There being no further
comments, Councilmember Williams moved that the hearing be closed. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Oliveto and carried. Hearing closed at 5:40 p.m.
Councilmember Nikas referred to a discussion from the last meeting
regarding the $16 fixed rate on Commercial rates. It was agreed that businesses using
10,000 gallons/month would be billed $14. Mayor Colosimo stated that members of the
Council were polled and that the majority felt that the increase of 40% should be for both
residential and commercial. Councilmember Williams moved that the increase of 40% for both
the residential and commercial customers be approved and that authorization be given to
prepare a resolution increasing the rates effective April 1, 1995. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Jensen and carried.
4. ORDINANCE #95-002 - Cedar Ridge Subdivision Rezoning, R1-12 To R1-8
Mayor Colosimo opening the Public Hearing at 5:41 to receive comments on
the proposed rezoning of Cedar Ridge Subdivision from R1-12 to R1-8. Gary Sonntag reported
that in 1990, a 10 acre parcel of property, now known as Cedar Ridge Subdivision, was
annexed into the City and zoned R1-12. The owners have re-applied for conceptual approval
to develop this into a subdivision. As the lots and streets were being planned, it was
found that some lots were restricted, primarily with the rear setback. The owners have
made a request to rezone from R1-12 to R1-8, which gives a little bit more latitude in the
setback. There being no further comments, Councilmember Williams moved that the public
hearing be closed. Motion seconded by Councilmember Frandsen and carried. Hearing closed
at 5:43 p.m. Councilmember Williams moved that the rezoning be approved and that Mr.
Sampinos be directed to prepare the ordinance. Further, that the Mayor and City Recorder
be authorized to sign the ordinance and that it become effective upon publication. Motion
seconded by Councilmember Frandsen and carried.
5. LIBRARY RESTROOMS - Permission To Schedule Public Hearing
Councilmember Oliveto moved that a public hearing be scheduled for March
22nd to receive comments on the construction of restrooms in the library. Motion seconded
by Councilmember Nikas and carried. The City was awarded a grant from the CDBG for this
project.
6. DAVE'S STEAMWAY - Home Occupied Business Approved
Councilmember Williams reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
gave a favorable recommendation to Dave Guymon to operate a carpet cleaning business from
his home located at 1600 East 800 North. He moved that the business be approved upon
payment of the business license fee. Motion seconded by Councilmember Jensen and carried.
7. EAST CARBON ENTERPRISES - CUP - Tabled
8. DISCOUNT GROCERY STORE, POSTCARDS PLUS - Conditional Use Permits
Councilmember Williams reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
gave a favorable recommendation for the following businesses to operate at their
respective addresses.
Discount Grocery store, 150 South 700 East
Postcards Plus, 375 South Carbon Avenue (BTAC)
Councilmember Williams moved that conditional use permits be issued for
the above businesses. Motion seconded by Councilmember Jensen and carried.
9. L. RAY FRANCOM CONTRACTING - Conditional Use Permit, Temporary Offices
Councilmember Williams reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission
gave a favorable recommendation for a 4 month temporary permit to allow L. Ray Francom
Contracting to place a motor home at a construction site located at 570 East 300 North.
The motor home will be used as Mr. Francom's office. Councilmember Williams moved that a
4-month temporary conditional use permit be issued. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Oliveto and carried.
10. PAT LARSEN, VERN JONES - Travel Approved
Mayor Colosimo presented the following travel requests and recommended
approval:
Pat Larsen, Utah Government Finance Officers Association,
April 10-12, St. George
Vern Jones, Joint Highway Committee, March 23, 24, St.
George
Councilmember Jensen moved that the travel be approved. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Oliveto and carried.
11. TEMPORARY CUSTODIAN - Permission To Hire
Councilmember Oliveto moved that permission be given to hire a temporary
full time custodian. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.
12. SUDA MERRIMAN - Utah State Retirement Contribution Adjustment
Joanne Lessar reported that Utah State Retirement has found that Price
City owes $6,520.69 towards Suda Merriman's retirement account. Suda was hired
permanent/full time in March, 1980, and for unknown reasons, retirement benefits were not
paid for almost a year. She was then laid off in 1981, and during the next 3 years, was
rehired for seasonal work before she was again hired permanent in 1984. State Retirement
required that benefits be paid whenever a person worked more than 4 months whether they
were temporary or permanent. Again, benefits were not paid after the 4 month period. Upon
payment of the above amount, Suda's account will be up to date. Councilmember Jensen moved
that the above payment be made to the State Retirement System. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Frandsen and carried.
13. PAUL POTTER - Rehire
Councilmember Jensen moved that Paul Potter be rehired as a
Lifeguard/Instructor/Supervisor, permanent/temporary. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Nikas and carried.
14. RESOLUTION #95-07 - Animal Control Violation
Vern Jones presented Resolution #95-07, amending Chapter 6.01.050 and
increasing certain civil penalties. Councilmember Nikas moved that Resolution #95-07 be
approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to sign the resolution. Motion
seconded by Councilmember Frandsen and carried.
15. WATER TREATMENT PLANT STAINLESS STEEL WATER TROUGH - Permission To
Purchase
Gary Sonntag reported that the Council was polled for permission to
purchase a stainless steel water trough for the Water Treatment Plant. Cost of the trough
is approximately $21,000. Councilmember Williams moved that the purchase be ratified.
Motion seconded by Councilmember Oliveto and carried.
16. COLTON WELL #2 - Nickerson Company, Inc. - Partial Payment #1
Councilmember Williams moved that a partial payment in the amount of
$6,492.73 be paid to Nickerson Company, Inc., for work completed to date on the
rehabilitation of the pump. Motion seconded by Councilmember Frandsen and carried.
17. COLTON SPRINGS FENCE PROJECT 1995 - Permission To Advertise To Receive
Bids
Gary Sonntag requested permission to advertise to receive bids for the
installation of fencing and gates at Colton Springs. The fence will enclose and protect
the springs and water shed and the 40 acres of land around the springs. Councilmember
Williams moved that the request be granted. Motion seconded by Councilmember Oliveto and
carried.
18. WESTWOOD BLVD. ACCESS - Right-Of-Way Release From UDOT
Gary Sonntag reported that the City has been approached by Dave O'Brien
and Daryl Bowman regarding an access to property located south of Westwood Boulevard prior
to the intersection of Hospital Drive. UDOT has a right-of-way at the intersection of
Hospital Drive that is restricted to streets or driveways. UDOT owns a parcel of property
just outside this right-of-way line that Mr. O'Brien and others are negotiating to
acquire. Mr. O'Brien and Mr. Bowman has requested that the City ask UDOT to release the
restriction for a distance of 100 feet to allow for a city street. If Price City makes
this request, UDOT would most likely be favorable. However, this would be contingent upon
requiring a parcel of property that would be part of the road system going into this
project. The parcel being suggested for Price City to take over is 100' by 138'. This
would initiate the road and the access from Westwood Blvd. Once this is done, the City
will be able to look at the rest of the road system to find out what else needs to be
dedicated to the City for a public thoroughfare. The location of the access was
intentionally set at a point south of the intersection of Hospital Drive because there was
no way to get the proposed road to wind up with Hospital Drive as the property further to
the northwest is owned by someone else. If this can be offset far enough to the south, the
City would have a better chance of controlling the traffic. Gary requested permission to
write a letter to UDOT requesting release of this restriction for non-access on this
property. Councilmember Nikas moved that the request be granted. Motion seconded by
Councilmember Jensen and carried.
19. LEASE/PURCHASE BACKHOE FOR CEMETERY - Approved
Pat Larsen reported that Cobb Johnson received proposals from 2 companies
for the lease/purchase of a backhoe for the cemetery. One was from M & R Equipment for
$45,742 and the other was from Scott Machinery for $47,226. Cobb recommends that the
backhoe be purchased through M & R Equipment.
Pat presented a proposal from M & R Equipment to lease the backhoe on
a 5-year lease/purchase agreement. For $2,000 extra a year, the City can trade the backhoe
in for a brand new backhoe every year. This can go on for 10 years. She compared the
purchase price, the estimated maintenance at $1,500/year for the 10 years, and the trade
in value at the end of 10 years. All it will cost the city is the trade out cost of $2,000
year, and at the end of 10 years, the City will still have a new backhoe. This arrangement
can be stopped at any time, either by the manufacturer or the City. The only thing the
City would have to pay is if any damage is done to the equipment. Everything else will be
under warranty, even tire replacement. The City will own the equipment after 5 years, and
be able to trade it in every year for $2,000 and get a new backhoe. The $2,000 is above
the lease/purchase payment. The Council felt that before a decision is made on this
concept that it be reviewed by Mr. Sampinos.
Pat stated that the interest rate for a lease/purchase with First Security
Bank will be 6.5%. M & R's rate is 7.9%. She reviewed the above concept with First
Security, questioning if this arrangement would work out since the serial numbers on the
equipment would keep changing. First Security felt there would be no problem with this.
Councilmember Oliveto moved that permission be given to purchase the backhoe through M
& R Equipment, and that financing be contracted with First Security Bank. Motion
seconded by Councilmember Jensen and carried.
20. STATE ARCHIVES RECORDS PRESERVATION GRANT - Permission To Submit
Application
Joanne Lessar requested permission to submit a grant to the State Archives
for a Records Preservation Grant. Councilmember Jensen moved that the request be granted.
Motion seconded by Councilmember Oliveto and carried.
21. BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION
The following business license application was received:
Hamilton Enterprises, 80 East 100 North, Lavar Archie
Hamilton-owner, Retail Auto Parts (55.3) $100.00
Councilmember Nikas moved that the business be approved. Motion seconded
by Councilmember Oliveto and carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.