MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING

 

January 23, 2007

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Russell L. Cowan. 

 

A roll call was taken which showed council members Lane Yack, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack, Vaun Ryan, and Dave Woolstenhulme, present.  The Mayor stated that the meeting was a regularly called meeting and that notice of the time, place and agenda of the meeting had been provided to the local news media and to each member of the governing body.

 

Others present included City Manager Brad Hancock, City Recorder Carolyn Wilcken, Jean Liddell, Rick Norton, Julie Norton, Tyson Hancock, Jolynn Hancock, Tom Ellingford, Jay Mitchell, Corey Uresk, Mark Mitchell, Roger Eschler, Randall McBride, and Adam Adams.

 

Opening prayer was given by Councilman Guy Coleman.

 

MINUTES

 

A motion was made by Councilman Robert Yack to approve the minutes of the meeting of January 9, 2007, after revision.  Motion was seconded by Councilman Guy Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

PURCHASE ORDERS

 

A motion was made by Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme to approve the following purchase orders.  Motion seconded by Councilman Lane Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

 

45654

Dan Crozier Construction, LLC

$40,000.00

45652

Horrocks Engineers, Inc

10,509.91

45651

J Junior Hicks

1,639.50

45296

RMT Equipment

1,581.00

45751

Utility Cost Management Consultants

1,049.83

45472

Freedom Mailing

837.14

45575

PDM Steel

740.00

45192

Business Systems Group

756.50

45532

United States Postal Service

       600.00

 

 

 

 

TOTAL

$57,713.88

 

 

OUT-OF-CITY WATER SERVICE REQUEST

 

A representative for Robert Nilsen approached Council regarding water needs for the Red Rock Ranch Subdivision development.  There are 20 Dry Gulch Irrigation water shares on this property.  It was relayed that the owner would be willing to surrender water shares for connections to culinary water.  Council discussed the need to resolve the water pressure concerns in that particular area.  Mayor Cowan stated that the feasibility of granting this request should be resolved before making a final decision.

 

OUT-OF-CITY WATER CONNECTION REQUEST

 

Rick and Julie Norton came before Council requesting to purchase a 1” out-of-city water connection to be located next to Leroy Pectol’s home.  After discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme to approve this request.  Motion seconded by Councilman Vaun Ryan.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Tyson and Jolynn Hancock came before Council requesting to purchase an out-of-city water connection to be located in Hancock Cove at the Hancock Farm.  After discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Guy Coleman to approve this request.  Motion seconded by Councilman Lane Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

MAIN STREET COMMITTEE REPORT

 

Main Street Committee Chairman Tom Ellingford came before Council to report on the Main Street Committee.  Tom requested that the current Main Street Committee be disbanded due to completion of the goals of the committee.  Tom suggested recognizing the committee members for their efforts perhaps at the same time the clock is unveiled at the Old Mill Park which is also a project of the committee.  It was suggested that those that donated to the clock also be recognized.  Tom reported on meeting with Beverly Evans who now works for the state and is responsible for Bim Olivers position.  Beverly suggested having a community wide group to promote the entire area and not limit the scope just to Main Street.  Councilman Woolstenhulme stated that a recognition dinner could be funded through the Council Discretionary fund.  After discussion, a motion was made Councilman Vaun Ryan to officially disband the existing Main Street Committee due to completion of the original goals and to recognize those that participated on this committee.  Motion seconded by Councilman Lane Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

STREET MAINTENANCE PLANS

 

Public Works Director Jay Mitchell and Street Superintendent Corey Uresk came before Council to discuss the street maintenance plans for 2006-07.  Council was given a list of proposed streets that would either need to be replaced or overlaid.  A map showing these exact locations was also given to Council.  The projected projects include the following:

 

            South State Street – South of Highway 40 to Deer Run Subdivision

            200 South Street – State Street to 200 West

            Nielsen Avenue - From Gates Drive to the end.

 

Completion of these projects is subject to Burdick Paving’s schedule. 

 

BASIN ARTS COUNCIL

 

Mark Mitchell came before Council to report that he has spearheaded resurrecting the Basin Arts  Council.  Mark explained the recent history and disbandment of previous BAC and his desire to support the arts in the area by getting the BAC working again.  There are currently four events that have been scheduled.  Dr. Mitchell reported that several meetings having already been held to restructure the BAC Board.  What is being requested is financial support for this effort through the ZAP tax in the amount of $5,000.00.  Mark also suggested holding a Fiddle Fair over the 4th of July.  Council stated that although the city has provided a program and fireworks for July 4th it would be acceptable to have the Basin Arts Council take the responsibility for the July 4th events.  Council expressed support for Dr. Mitchell’s efforts.  However, before funding can be given, the new BAC needs to be in place and efforts made to create a separate entity structured like UBIC.

 

BASIN RECREATION GROUP

 

Mark Mitchell came before Council to discuss the status of the Basin Recreation Center project.  Mark is asking that the city support this project by soliciting a proposal from Pathway Associates, LLC, an experienced organization in capital campaigns, to prepare a prospectus for this project.  The cost is estimated at approximately $20,000 to prepare a prospectus.  Council felt that it was not appropriate for the city to pay for this prospectus and stated that this should be a county-wide project with Roosevelt City as a representative along with other entities within the county.  Council expressed support for this effort and would be willing to participate in a meeting with other entities such as the county, business, schools, etc.

 

BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS

 

Council reviewed business license applications from the following:

 

Old School Trucking from Randall McBride

Hooked Up 4 Home from Arvin Winterton

Lee Nails from Hoangle

 

After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme to approve these applications.  Motion seconded by Councilman Guy Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT

 

Council reviewed a home occupation permit from Milton Ray Mecham for Ray’s Sewing Machine Repair.  After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Robert Yack to approve this permit.  Motion seconded by Councilman Guy Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

A motion was made by Councilman Vaun Ryan to go into an executive session to discuss a property matter and at the end of the discussion, return back into regular session.  Motion seconded by Councilman Robert Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

RODEO DRIVE PROPERTY PURCHASE EXTENSION

 

After discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme to give Adam Adams an extension to May 1st to finalize the purchase agreement for property at Rodeo Drive after remitting an additional $15,000 non-refundable deposit.  Motion seconded by Councilman Guy Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

COUNCIL REPORTS

 

Lane Yack reported that the UBIC committee met and also the Youth City Council is working toward doing some service projects.

Vaun Ryan reported that he fully supported the Fiddle Fair taking place on July 4th.  A report was also given regarding a meeting that has been scheduled at USU on February 15th to promote small business in our area and is sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce.  The Chamber luncheon is scheduled for February 1st at The Barn in Ballard.

Guy Coleman didn’t have anything to report.

Dave Woolstenhulme reported on the meeting with County Commissioners for an animal shelter.  He stated that the County Commissioners are willing to support a more permanent solution to this problem.

Robert Yack didn’t have anything to report.

 

MAYORS REPORT

 

Mayor Cowan asked if the fire station can be used on June 23rd for a disaster preparedness event which would include the entire community.  Council stated they would support this event.

 

PARK EXPANSION PLAN

 

Council reviewed a map showing the proposed improvements for expansion of Constitution Park.  Several additional sports facilities were suggested.

 

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT REPORT

 

City Recorder Carolyn Wilcken reported on the status of Roosevelt’s CDBG skate park project and that it has been accepted for further consideration.  The final application will now need to be prepared to go before the UBAOG Board for final approval.

 

OLD MILL PROPERTY PURCHASE

 

A motion was made by Councilman Robert Yack to authorize having the city purchase property adjacent to the Old Mill Park on the south side owned by Skip George in exchange for $20,000 and a piece of property owned by Roosevelt City where his business can relocate.  Motion seconded by Guy Coleman.  Prior to a vote, it was decided to wait until next Council meeting to give time for Council to look over the pieces property involved in this transaction.

 

A motion was made by Councilman Lane Yack to adjourn the meeting.  Motion seconded by Councilman Robert Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

 

 

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Russell L. Cowan, Mayor

 

ATTEST:

 

 

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Carolyn Wilcken, Recorder