Minutes of The Price City Council Meeting

City Hall: Price, Utah


June 25, 1997, 5:30 p.m.


Present:

Mayor Lou Colosimo

Councilmembers: Roy A. Nikas, Betty P. Wheeler, Joe L. Piccolo, Steve Bringhurst

Vernon W. Jones (Adminis. Ass't.), Joanne Lessar (City Recorder), Pat Larsen (Finance Director), Gary Sonntag (City Engineer), Nick Sampinos (City Attorney), Cobb Johnson (Public Works Dir.), Aleck Shilaos (Chief of Police)

Excused: Councilmember Stephen Denison

Others Present: Valerie Nowak, Tom Davis, Chuck Buchanan, Tom Niederhauser

Mayor Colosimo led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll was called with the above members in attendance.


1. MINUTES - May 1, 1997 - Struck

2. BID OPENING - Class "C" Road Improvements, Crack Sealing and Bulk Materials, #2C-97 - Committee Appointed

The following bids were received for the Class "C" Road Improvements, Crack Sealing and Bulk Materials:

Henrie Construction, Price Schedule A - $120,056

B - No Bid

C - No Bid

D - No Bid

E - No Bid

F - $ 20,250

Superior Asphalt, Salt Lake Schedule A - No Bid

B - No Bid

C - $10,840

D - $ 3,368

E - No Bid

F - No Bid

M & M Asphalt, West Jordan Schedule A - No Bid

B - No Bid

C - $17,500

D - No Bid

E - No Bid

F - No Bid

Maxwell Asphalt, Salt Lake Schedule A - No Bid

B - No Bid

C - $10,400

D - $ 6,000

E - No Bid

F - No Bid

Valley Asphalt, Spanish Fork Schedule A - $102,676

B - $154,170

C - $ 25,000

D - $ 5,000

E - $ 15,800

F - $ 18,000

Morgan Pavement, Kaysville Schedule A - No Bid

B - No Bid

C - $ 14,680

D - $ 2,936

E - No Bid

F - No Bid

Bonneville Asphalt, Orem Schedule A - No Bid

B - No Bid

C - $ 11,750

D - $ 3,250

E - No Bid

F - No Bid

MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that a committee consisting of himself, Councilmember Bringhurst, Cobb Johnson, Gary Sonntag, Dick Perea, Vern Jones, and Pat Larsen, be appointed to review the bids and given the power to act. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

3. BID OPENING - Residential Real Property - Struck

Joanne Lessar reported that she did not receive any bids for the sale of residential real property.

4. RESOLUTION #97-19 - Budget Revision FY1996/97

Mayor Colosimo opened the Public Hearing at 5:42 p.m. to receive comments on the proposed Budget Revision for FY1996/97. Pat presented copies of the budget revision, stating that the General Fund increased $11,560 and that $77,000 was transferred back to Electric Fund. There being no further comments, the Public Hearing was closed at 5:43 p.m. MOTION. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that Resolution #97-19, revising the Budget for FY1996/97 be adopted and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to sign the resolution. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

5. CULTURE CONNECTION - Boardmembers Approved

Karen Bliss, chairman of the Culture Connection, presented the list of boardmembers that have agreed to accept reappointment to the Culture Connection Board: Karen Bliss, Marjorie Curtis, Theressa Frandsen, Connie Hamilton, Michael Harrison, Linda Johnstun, Kandice Olsen, Les Schultz, Scott Stanton, and Betty Wheeler. The Board selected four others who have agreed to accept appointment - W.F. Bob Robirts, Mandy Hall, Helen O. Smith, and a representative from the Community Theater who has not been named as of yet. There are two remaining positions that are not being recommended at this time. MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the Culture Connection Boardmembers be reappointed and appointed as stated above. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried. Mayor Colosimo and Councilmember Wheeler thanked Karen for all her work on this committee.

6. HELPER CITY - Request To Relocate Price City Waterline Approved

Tom Davis and Chuck Buchanan, Helper City Councilmembers, requested permission to relocate Price City's 16" waterline at the North Helper intersection. Helper City is prepared to fund the project, and will work with UDOT, Price City and Carbon County for the best time to complete this project. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request be approved and that a committee consisting of himself, Councilmember Nikas, Paul Wheeler, Gary Sonntag, Cobb Johnson, and Vern Jones, be appointed to work with Helper City and given the power to act. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

7. INTERNATIONAL DAYS PARADE - Travel Assistance For Bands

Joanne Lessar reported that Jackie Davis contacted her requesting that the City provide travel assistance ($200) and free wave pool passes to those bands who are coming from out of the area to participate in the International Days parade. This is similar to the assistance Price City provides for bands when they participate in the St. Patrick's Day Parade. MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the request be granted. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

8. MATT MADSEN - Request To Work As A Disc Jockey In Big Dogs Club

Mayor Colosimo presented a letter from Russ Madsen requesting permission for his son Matt Madsen (18 years of age), to work as a disc jockey in his private club, Big Dogs Club. Police Chief Shilaos stated he has no problem if the following stipulations are adhered to: (1) That he only work when either his mother, father, or sister are present; (2) that no friends be with him under the age of 21; and (3) when he is on break, that he remain in the kitchen area or outside and not amongst the customers, which is the same requirement for other band members. MOTION. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that the request be approved per the above stipulations set by Chief Shilaos. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

Mayor Colosimo introduced Valerie Nowak, a member of the Price City Youth City Council. He expressed his congratulations to the Youth City Council for receiving the "Helping Hands Award" from Governor Mike Leavitt for volunteerism. In appreciation for this commendation, he recommended they be treated to a dinner on the City. The Council expressed their congratulations.

9. AFLCIO LABOR SCHOOL - Permission To Serve Beer In Washington Park Approved

Councilmember Bringhurst reported that approximately 100 - 150 adults from the Labor Relations School will be in the City July 26th through August 1st. They have reserved Washington Park for Monday, July 28th, and are requesting permission to serve beer within their group. MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that the request be granted. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

10. SLOVENIAN DAYS CELEBRATION - Single Event Beer Permit Approved

MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that the Slovenian Days Celebration receive permission for a single event beer permit for their festivities to be held at Washington Park, July 13th, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

11. TOM NIEDERHAUSER - Outside Water Users Agreement Approved

Tom Niederhauser requested permission for an outside water connection to his home to be located at 410 Wood Hill Drive. The connection would be to a private water line. After conducting a research, Councilmember Piccolo reported that he found Mr. Niederhauser's property is half in the City and half in the County. As the City provides services to this area, he suggested that this property be annexed into the City. Nick Sampinos reported that he discussed this with Vern and as the annexation law has changed significantly, he would like an opportunity to review this. He recommended that the outside water users connection be approved with direction to staff to proceed to annex this area into the City. Vern Jones reported that in anticipation of this, Mr. Neiderhauser presented to him a petition for annexation. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the petition for annexation and the outside water users agreement be approved, that the fee for the connection be set at a later date, and that staff be directed to pursue the annexation. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

12. PRICE CITY WATERLINE (1500 WEST CARBONVILLE ROAD) - Transfer To PRWID Approved

Councilmember Piccolo recommended that due to the existing agreement with Price River Water Improvement District, he recommended that the City's waterline located at 1500 West Carbonville Road be turned over to PRWID for maintenance and operation. Nick Sampinos recommended preparing a water facilities deed signed by the Mayor and City Recorder, which would convey this portion of the water system to PRWID. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the City allow PRWID to accept the waterline, that the water facilities deed be prepared, and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to sign the document. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

13. THE INK WORKS, THE GUN WORKS - Home Occupied Businesses Approved

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to the following home occupied businesses with the stated contingency on the Gun Works.

The Ink Works - 281 North 300 East, George Allen

Parkinson-Owner - Computer Design

The Gun Works - 1630 East Warwick Circle, Brent Lee Bray-

Owner - Repair, restoration, reblue and gold inlay of firearms. Contingent upon approval from the Fire Marshall and Price River Water Imp. District (Chemicals in sewer system).

MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the home occupied businesses be approved upon payment of the business license fee. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

14. TRAILS END REALTY - Request For Permanent Sign, Conditional Use Permit

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation for a permanent sign for Trails End Realty, 451 East Main. Approval was given approximately one year ago for a temporary sign. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the permanent sign be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

15. CIRCLE K RANCH - Development Agreement (Driveway Approach), 130 North Carbonville Road

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to Circle K Ranch for a driveway approach off of 130 North Carbonville Road contingent upon submission of engineered plans and a Development Improvement Agreement. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request be granted per the above contingencies. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

16. CAVE HOLLOW I - Preliminary and Final Approval

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation for preliminary and final approval to Cave Hollow I subject to agreeing to corrections and revisions recommended by Gary Sonntag and a Development Improvement Agreement. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that preliminary and final approval be given to Cave Hollow I per the above stipulations. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

17. MORTENSEN'S QUALITY CARPETS, CIRCLE K RANCH (STORAGE FACILITY), TRANSMISSION REBUILD, INC. - Conditional Use Permits

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission gave a favorable recommendation to the following requests for conditional use permits.

Mortensen's Quality Carpets - 78 North Carbon Avenue, Sign

Circle K Ranch (Storage Facility) - 850 South Carbon Avenue, Sign

Transmission Rebuild, Inc. - 771 East Main, Expansion of Business

MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the requests be approved and that Conditional Use Permits be issued. Motion seconded by Councilmember Nikas and carried.

18. PARKS/WATER/STREET DEPARTMENTS - Permission To Hire Temporary Employees

JIM VALDEZ, BRYAN HENRIE - Rehires

THEDA USSERY - Reclassification

Mayor Colosimo presented the following personnel actions and recommended approval:

a. Parks/Water/Street Departments - Permission To Hire

Laborers, Temporary/FT

b. Rehires - Jim Valdez, Bryan Henrie - Streets Dept.,

Laborer, Temporary/FT

c. Theda Ussery - Reclassification, from Public Works

Complex, PBX Operator/Secretary, Temp/FT to Perm/FT

MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the personnel actions be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried. The following committees were appointed to review the applications and given the power to act - Parks Department (Councilmembers Bringhurst and Denison, Lyle Bauer, Cobb Johnson, Suda Merriman); Water Department (Councilmember Piccolo, Paul Wheeler, Vern Jones, Cobb Johnson); Street Department (Councilmember Nikas, Dick Perea, Cobb Johnson, Vern Jones).

19. GARY KUTKAS - Travel Approved

Mayor Colosimo recommended that Gary Kutkas be authorized to attend an Alpha Plus Meter Seminar scheduled for July 10th in Sandy, Utah. MOTION. Councilmember Nikas moved that the travel be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

20. IMPACT FEES - Tabled

Vern Jones reported that he and Nick Sampinos have discussed impact fees, and they both feel uncomfortable about making a recommendation. Price River Water Improvement District has hired a consulting group to look at their impact fees. He and Nick would like to see the outcome of this study, where it will go, and what is involved before they make a recommendation.

21. RESOLUTION #97-09 - Establishing Participation Level For Utah State Retirement Plans

RESOLUTION #97-10 - Administrative Fee For Services Provided By Utilities For Administration of Garbage Collection.

RESOLUTION #97-11 - Establishing Water Rates For Culinary Water Consumers Inside and Outside City Limits

RESOLUTION #97-12 - Fee For Regulating Flow of Irrigation Water Within Price City Boundaries

RESOLUTION #97-13 - Rates and Charges For Administrative Services and Operational Fees

RESOLUTION #97-14 - Amending Personnel Policies, Section X (Fringe Benefits)

RESOLUTION #97-15 - Amending Personnel Policies, Section IX (Compensation)

RESOLUTION #97-16 - Amending Personnel Policies, Section VII, Extension of Benefits To Retired Employees

RESOLUTION #97-17 - Establishing An Increase In Wage and Salary Schedules

RESOLUTION #97-18 - Establishing Job Description of Data Processing Technician

Vern Jones presented the following resolutions and recommended that they be adopted - Resolution #97-09 (Establishing Participation Level For Utah State Retirement Plans);

Resolution #97-10 (Administrative Fee For Services Provided By Utilities For Administration of Garbage Collection); Resolution #97-11 (Establishing Water Rates For Culinary Water Consumers Inside and Outside City Limits); Resolution #97-12 (Fee For Regulating Flow of Irrigation Water Within Price City Boundaries); Resolution #97-13 (Rates and Charges For Administrative Services and Operational Fees); Resolution #97-14 (Amending Personnel Policies, Section X Fringe Benefits); Resolution #97-15 (Amending Personnel Policies, Section IX, Compensation); Resolution #97-16 (Amending Personnel Policies, Section VII, Extension of Benefits To Retired Employees); Resolution #97-17 (Establishing An Increase In Wage and Salary Schedules); Resolution #97-18 (Establishing Job Description of Data Processing Technician). MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the above resolutions be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to sign the resolutions. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

22. PURCHASE OF CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS - Ratified

MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that verbal approval to purchase Christmas decorations be ratified. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

23. PURCHASE OF HEAVY DUTY LAWN MOWER FOR PARKS DEPT. - Permission To Waive Bidding Procedures

MOTION. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that bidding procedures be waived for the purchase of a Hustler heavy duty lawn mower for the Parks Dept. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried. Cost of the lawn mower is approximately $17,000 - $18,000.

24. MAYOR PROTEMPORE - Councilmember Roy A. Nikas

MOTION. As Mayor Colosimo was excused from the meeting, Councilmember Piccolo moved that Councilmember Nikas be appointed Mayor Protempore. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

25. MAIN STREET PROJECT (DESIGN AND INSPECTION) - The Engineering Group - Partial Payment

MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that a partial payment in the amount of $5,159.92 be paid to The Engineering Group for design and construction inspection services on the Main Street Project. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

26. BASEBALL AND MUSEUM PARKING LOTS - Barker and Associates - Payment For Survey Work

Gary Sonntag presented an invoice in the amount of $2,782 submitted by Barker and Associates for a topographical survey and preparation of plans for the parking lots at the north baseball complex and museum. This information will be used to design and build a new upper parking lot at the baseball diamonds and correct the drainage problems at the museum parking lot. MOTION. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that the invoice be paid. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

27. 800 NORTH STORM DRAINAGE PROJECT - Engineering Consultant Contract

Gary Sonntag reported that Johansen and Tuttle Engineering submitted a proposal to complete surveying, engineering, testing and limited inspection for the 800 North Storm Drainage project. A pipeline will be designed along 800 North from homestead Boulevard west to Meads Wash. He requested permission to enter into an agreement with Johansen and Tuttle. MOTION. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that the agreement be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the documents. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

28. BLUE STAKE MEMBERSHIP - Second Party Agreement

Gary Sonntag reported that the Blue Stake system is set up to enable an individual to call a central dispatch for the location of underground utilities. Members of that system would be contacted for a utility location whether it be gas, power, water or sewer. He recommended that the City, as Secondary Party, enter into a contract with Craig F. Sorensen Construction as Contractor, US West, Utah Power and Light, and Mountain Fuel, as Prime Contract Parties for the location of utilities. There is a membership fee and regular charges for this. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the City enter into the agreement as recommended above and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the contract. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

29. PRICE RIVER DRIVE BUSINESS PARK, PLAT A & B - Partial Release of Letter of Credit

Gary Sonntag reported that Ray Morley of Price II LLC, representing the Price River Drive Business Park, Plat A & B, has submitted a request for a release of funds in escrow for the public improvements on the above project. He has requested that $32,153 be released. However, after staff evaluated the project, it was felt that $18,108 would be eligible for release based on completed items. This includes releasing a portion of the retainage for items that have been in place for over a year or need no retainage. The emergency alley road and paving, easement documents and landscaping still need to be completed. The Council expressed concern whether any amount should be released and discussed the issue of the roadway, alleyway, and drainage. Gary stated he is holding money on the alley, street lights, and several other items. After the above discussion, Gary recommended the request to a partial release of funds in escrow be denied until such time that Mr. Morley completes the main items within the development agreement 100%, and that the items at issue, such as the sign right-of-way, the emergency access from the rear and drainage problems are addressed. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request be denied as recommended above. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

The Council recommended that a letter be sent to Mr. Morley expressing the Council's concerns on the above items. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that Mr. Sampinos be directed to send a letter to Mr. Morley concerning the issues discussed. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

30. KIAHTIPES WATERLINE RELOCATION (CARBONVILLE ROAD) - Partial Release of Letter of Credit

Gary Sonntag presented a request from Angelo Kiahtipes of Circle K Ranch for release of funds held in escrow for the waterline relocation along Carbonville Road, and recommended that $34,216 be released. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the recommendation be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

31. WORKERS COMPENSATION FUND - Term Policy Approved

Joanne Lessar reported that Workers Compensation Fund of Utah presented a new contract for workers compensation coverage. The new contract is a "term policy" in the amount of $47,313.15. The old contract is a "continuous policy" in the amount of $64,000. This new concept will save the City $17,000/year. The City also has $14,000 on deposit, which will no longer be needed and can be applied to the term policy. Joanne also reported that the City received a dividend check from Workers Compensation Fund in the amount of $5,289 for the calendar year 1996. The City will continue to receive a dividend based on losses. She requested permission to enter into this new term policy. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the new "term policy" be approved and that the $14,000 on deposit be applied to the new premium. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

32. BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS

The following business license applications were received:

Blackhawk Engineering, Inc., 214 East 100 North, Dan W. Guy-Owner, Engineering Services (73) $100

Wolf Computer Design & Drafting, 214 East 100 North, Dana L. Ballard-Owner, Drafting and Design Services (73) $100

MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that the businesses be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

33. PLANNED PARENTHOOD, UNITED WAY, CASTLE VALLEY CENTER - Agreements For Rental of Price Community Center

Vern Jones presented contracts with Planned Parenthood, United Way, and the Castle Valley Center, for rental of offices in the Price Community Center and recommended approval. MOTION. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that the contracts be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the documents. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

34. STREET LIGHTS POLES AND STREET LIGHTS - Contract Awarded

Mayor Protem Nikas reported that the committee assigned to review the bids received for the purchase of street light poles and street lights awarded the contract to Royal Wholesale Electric, the low bidder.

35. CONFINED SPACE RESCUE SYSTEM - Contract Awarded

Councilmember Piccolo moved that the committee assigned to review the bids received for the purchase of a confined space rescue system has awarded the contract to L. N. Curtis & Sons, the low bidder.

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

Meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.

Reconvened at 7:19 p.m.

Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.