Minutes of The Price City Council Meeting

City Hall: Price, Utah


July 23, 1996, 5:30 p.m.


Present:

Councilmembers:

Roy A. Nikas, Betty P. Wheeler, Joe L. Piccolo, Steve Bringhurst, Stephen L. Denison

Vernon W. Jones (Adminis. Assistant), Joanne Lessar (City Recorder), Pat Larsen (Finance Director), Nick Sampinos (City Attorney)

Absent and Excused:

Mayor Lou Colosimo, Gary Sonntag (City Engineer), Cobb Johnson (Public Works Director)

Others Present: Don R. Johnston, Justin O'Rafferty, Eddie Horvath, Larri Wilburn, James Horvath, Debbie Pappas, Jerry Pappas, Dick Perea, Dell Cloward, Diana Wood, Donna Smith, Joy Sanderson, Dave Paur, Karen Wood

Councilmember Nikas led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll was called with the above members in attendance.


1. MAYOR PRO-TEM - Councilmember Roy A. Nikas

MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that in the absence of Mayor Colosimo that Councilmember Nikas be appointed as Mayor Pro-Tem. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

2. MINUTES - June 26, 1996 - Struck

3. COMMUNITY PROGRESS - Recognition Plaque - Struck

4. DELL CLOWARD - Recognition

Richard Perea, Streets Supervisor, presented a check in the amount of $100 to Dell Cloward, for his extra efforts in testing and checking out the concrete at the new 10 million gallon water tank over the past 9 months. Mr. Cloward performed the testing in addition to his regular duties in the Maintenance Department, and keeping up with the workload.

5. CASTLE VALLEY WILDLIFE CENTER


Eddie Horvath, owner of the Castle Valley Wildlife Center, stated that he has done everything possible to get the ball rolling on a new wildlife center. He has several professional grant writers and several organizations involved. It will just take time for the money to come in. He requested permission to extend his conditional use permit and allow him to operate the wildlife center for another year and that the number of animals be increased to 20. This would mean that he go back to the original conditional use permit and be allowed to take care of every sick animal. The large animals would be treated at the center and then transferred to Salt Lake. Mr. Horvath stated that an individual in East Carbon who owns over 119,000 acres has offered him as much property as he needs.

Donna Smith stated that she called Salt Lake and found there are facilities to handle injured animals. As Mr. Horvath's neighbor, she feels she has put up long enough with the problems associated with the wildlife center.

Debbie Pappas, co-director for the wildlife center, stated that she is at Mr. Horvath's house multiple times a day. In the past year, she has found no smell. Mr. Horvath has worked very hard for the center. She contacted Steve Hoffman, the director of Hawkwatch and the guru for all birds of prey for the State of Utah. He knows every falconer and wildlife rehabilitator in the State. An article that appeared in the Deseret News, stated that Mr. Hoffman has checked with all the rehabilitators and there is no space available by licensed rehabilitators.

Karen Wood stated that she talked with a Division of Wildlife Services in Salt Lake and they indicated there are areas in Salt Lake where these animals can be treated.

Joyce Anderson stated that her father Don Smith found a tortoise in the middle of the road and placed it back in Mr. Horvath's yard.

James Horvath stated that D & D Transport from Scofield has agreed to level the property in East Carbon and excavate for utility lines. Until then, the cages cannot be moved even if the State allowed. The cages take a lot of time to build.

Donna Smith stated that in the past few months, the center has been cleaned up a lot. But she feels it will go right back to the way it was. She is fearful of chronic lung diseases that can be contracted by diseased animals.

Gerald Pappas stated that he is aware of lung diseases that Mrs. Smith talk refers to. This disease comes from pigeon droppings, but only when they become pliable like asbestos. It is called " white lung". There are pigeon droppings right down town. If fleas or mites come off a bird, they die for lack of body heat.

Eddie feels that within 6 months he could have the money coming in from different organizations. It was recommended that the Council again discuss this issue. MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the item be tabled until the next meeting. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried. It was recommended that Mr. Horvath provide verification of the donated property and of those agencies he is contacting for donations. It was also recommended that Ms. Wood provide the name of the wildlife division that has space for injured animals.

6. BMX RACE TRACK - Contract Approved

Don Johnston stated that the BMX organization has reviewed the contract for the BMX Race Track and accepts the terms. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the contract be approved and that the Mayor and City Recorder be authorized to execute the agreement. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

7. SHOP DEPARTMENT - Permission To Receive Bids For Purchase of Hydraulic Vehicle Lift

MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that permission be given to receive bids for the purchase of a hydraulic vehicle lift for the Shop Department. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried. It was recommended to consider the needs of the City and not overbuy.
8. MAIN STREET CARPET AND INTERIORS, IMPACT GRAPHICS - Conditional Use Permits - Struck

9. KERI CHRISTENSEN - Board of Adjustments Recommendation, 880 East 800 North

Councilmember Piccolo reported that the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the request of Keri Christensen to enclose a carport at her residence, 880 East 800 North, and gave a favorable recommendation. The carport sits on top of a cinder block wall, which is her property line. The only thing missing from the enclosed carport is a front door. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the request receive a favorable recommendation to the Board of Adjustments, subject to final review on the drainage. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

10. RON TWEED - Rehire Approved

Mayor Colosimo recommended the rehire of Ron Tweed, Streets Dept., Laborer/Truck Driver, Temp/FT. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the rehire be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

11. FEDERAL PROPERTY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - Authorized City Agents


Mayor Pro-Tem Nikas reported that it is necessary to report to the Federal Property Assistance Program those employees that are authorized city agents and can purchase surplus items through the program. It was recommended that those employees currently on the list remain and that additional employees be added as recommended. The employees on the list are - Cobb Johnson, Kent Boyack, Paul Wheeler, Dick Perea, Richard Oliver, and Brian Allred. MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that the above list be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

12. FRANCIS DUZENACK - Travel Approved

Mayor Pro-Tem Nikas recommended that Francis Duzenack be authorized to attend the International Conference of Building Officials and Code Change Conference, St. Paul, Minnesota, September 8-13. MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the travel be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

13. COMPUTER PURCHASE - Permission To Purchase

Vern Jones requested permission to purchase 2 computers that run at 200 mhz. The computers are high speed and are needed in the Accounting and Police Departments. As they can not be purchased locally, he presented a list of private businesses that provide government discounts. MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that permission be given to purchase the computers at either of the two lowest proposals. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

14. NOVELL NETWORK UPGRADE - Permission To Purchase


Vern Jones reported that proposals were received to purchase the Novell network upgrade for City Hall, Police Dept., and the Library. The cost for City Hall is $639; Library $2,199; and Police Dept. $1,490. MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that the purchase of the upgrade be approved. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.

15. ADA REMODEL OF LIBRARY - Kent Stilson Const. - Partial Payment #1

MOTION. Councilmember Wheeler moved that Partial Payment #1 in the amount of $25,165.25 be paid to Kent Stilson Const. for the contract on the ADA remodeling of the Library. Motion seconded by Councilmember Bringhurst and carried.

16. CLASS "C" ROAD CONST., CEDAR HILLS DRIVE - Valley Asphalt - Partial Payment #1

MOTION. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that Partial Payment #1 in the amount of $53,535.74 be paid to Valley Asphalt for the contract on the Class "C" Road Const, Cedar Hills Drive. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

17. WATER EXPANSION PROJECT PHASE IV, TANK CONSTRUCTION - CRS Consulting Engineers - Partial Payment #21

MOTION. Councilmember Piccolo moved that Partial Payment #21 in the amount of $6,450.75 be paid to CRS Consulting Engineers for the contract on the water tank design and construction inspection. Motion seconded by Councilmember Wheeler and carried.


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

Meeting adjourned at 6:44 p.m.

Reconvened at 6:46 p.m.

18. EXECUTIVE SESSION - Personnel Issue

MOTION. Councilmember Denison moved that the meeting adjourn and that an Executive Session convene for the purpose of discussing a personnel issue.

Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

MOTION. Councilmember Bringhurst moved that the Executive Session adjourn and that the Council Meeting reconvene. Motion seconded by Councilmember Denison and carried.

Meeting reconvened at 7:32 p.m.

19. BRUCE B. CHRISTENSEN - Termination

The Council thoroughly discussed the industrial accident incurred by Bruce B. Christensen on July 26, 1995. Mr. Christensen injured his back, which resulted in a herniated disc. A statement received from Dr. Donald C. Bernson permanently restricts Mr. Christensen from repetitive bending and lifting in excess of 40 pounds. Because of this restriction, Mr. Christensen will no longer be able to perform the functions as Mechanic/Welder. Discussion occurred regarding other possible jobs that Mr. Christensen could perform. However, there are currently no other positions available. MOTION. Based on the fact that Mr. Christensen can not fulfill the requirements based on the job description of Welder/Mechanic for which he was hired, Councilmember Denison moved that Bruce Christensen's employment with Price City be terminated effective July 23, 1996. Motion seconded by Councilmember Piccolo and carried.

Redevelopment Agency Minutes

Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.