MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING

 

March 15, 2005

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Ormon Sullivan. 

 

A roll call was taken which showed council members Larry Murray, John Gardner, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack, 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, Bryon Murray, Ryan Reynolds, Jean Liddell, Roger Eschler, George Kogianes, Tammy Webb, Jay Mitchell, Clyde Stansfield, Kirby Wolfinjer, Rory Russell, Lynn Labrum, and Jeff Liesik.

 

Opening prayer was given by John Gardner.

 

MINUTES

 

Minutes of the meeting of February 22, 2005, were adopted after revision.

 

PURCHASE ORDERS

 

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

 

 

41151

LCL Oil

5,471.22

41042

Basin Diesel

1,397.29

40792

Burdick Paving

1,546.40

40874

Duchesne County

33,020.00

40895

Manning, Ammon

1,152.44

40875

Dept. of Workforce Services

614.00

 

Cellular One

1,166.35

 

UBTA Communications

1,977.41

 

K & K Sanitation

34,824.19

 

Questar Gas

2,499.20

 

Moon Lake Electric

10,598.29

 

Allred & McClellan

2,950.00

 

 

 

 

TOTAL

97,216.79

 

BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS

 

Council reviewed business license applications from the following.

 

            Advanced Custom Computers from Dwayne Breedlove

            Bahama Mama’s from Andrew Boshard

            JJ’s 19th Hole from Jason Simonton

            Youth Services from Sandra L. Bess

            Sunny Days Childcare from Stacy Womack

 

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

 

HOME OCCUPATION PERMITS

 

Council reviewed Home Occupation Permit requests from the following.

 

            The Drywall Guys from Richard Galbreath

            Ortega Consulting from Fernando Ortega

            Nu-Kem from Randy Davis

            R & R Cleaners from Vickie Rodgers

 

After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilmember Woolstenhulme to approve these applications.  Motion seconded by Councilmember Gardner.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

AREVA ROAD IMPROVEMENT?

 

A motion was made by Councilman Gardner to approve having Brad contact developers of the Greyhawk Subdivision and notify them that we will agree to have Areva Road ready in three years.  Motion seconded by Councilman Coleman.  Councilman Murray wishes to include 200 South and the connector from 200 South to Highway 40 in a street project funding package.  Motion made by Councilman Gardner to amend the motion to include 200 South and the connection to Highway 40 by the veterinarian clinic in a bond to pay for the road improvements.  Motion seconded by Councilman Coleman.  Councilman Woolstenhulme abstained.  Motion carried.

 

PAINTED CROSSWALK ON LAGOON - REQUEST

 

Bryon Murray came before Council requesting that a crosswalk be painted on Lagoon at 500 East.  He is concerned with the safety of individuals crossing the street at this location.  Roger Eschler stated that he supports this request as long as state statutes are followed.  Bryon is also asking for support in having the Police Department give tickets to people who park in disability parking without having a disability sticker.  City Manager Brad Hancock stated that we will look into painting the crosswalk and talk with the Police Officers about being vigilant regarding handicap parking.

 

CITY OPTION FUNDING FOR RECREATION/

CULTURAL ENHANCEMENT

 

City Recorder Carolyn Wilcken explained the city option sales tax of 1% that can be enacted if approved by the public on the election ballot in November.  The money can only be used for recreation or cultural enhancement purposes as outlined by state statute.  Council members discussed their concerns with raising any taxes but the consensus was that the citizens could decide.  After discussion, a motion was made by Guy Coleman to place this issue on the November 2005 ballot for public response to having a 1% increase on sales tax to fund recreation and cultural enhancement.  Motion seconded by Dave Woolstenhulme.  Larry Murray voted Nay.  Motion carried.

 

GOLF COMMITTEE REPORT

 

Dave Woolstenhulme reported on the Golf Committee meeting.

Golf Course Marshal - Golf Professional Craig Labrum would like to have the course marshaled for the four days of Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.  He would like each day to have two shifts.  The first shift would be from 11:00 to 4:00 and the second would be from 4:00 to closing.  Craig feels it would be best to have a total of five individuals qualified as marshals.  After discussion, a motion was made by Dave Woolstenhulme to approve retaining five volunteers to marshal the golf course.  Motion seconded by Robert Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.

Golf Course Employee – The Golf Pro is asking if Council would approve hiring the city paid golf employee a month earlier this year because the course has already opened due to the good weather.   Travis Berg is the individual that has been chosen to fill this position with Council’ approval.  After discussion, a motion was made by John Gardner to approve hiring Travis Berg to begin work March 15 at the golf course which is a month earlier than stated in the Golf Pro contract.  Motion seconded by Guy Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

GOLF COURSE PROMOTION

 

City Recorder Carolyn Wilcken asked for Council direction on a request she received from an organization wanting golf passes to use for an auction to raise money for their organization.  Council’s position is that they cannot give either public monies nor use of public facilities to other entities unless they are on the approved donation list that meets a high standard of benefiting a majority of the citizens.

 

MAYORS CONCERNS

 

Roosevelt Employees Summer Hours - Mayor Sullivan wished to state his position that he is opposed to having city offices closed on Fridays during summer months.  He stated that he feels the public would be better served by having the offices open the same hours as during the winter months.  John Gardner stated that he had read a study that showed four-day work weeks actually increase productivity.  Guy Coleman stated that he appreciates the employees and believes they are doing a good job and supports the four ten-hour day schedule in the summer.  Dave Woolstenhulme stated that the issue is how the 40-hour work week is done and does not have a problem if it is by working 4 ten-hour days.  As the four ten-hour days summer hours is current city policy, it will remain in effect until changed.

 

Vehicle Lease Program - Mayor Sullivan stated that he does not believe the vehicle lease program is beneficial since it is either inequitable to the employee or it is inequitable to the city.  Councilman Murray stated that he has been against the lease policy.  Councilman Murray believes the perception of the citizens of Roosevelt is that the lease program is not in the best interest of the City.  Councilman Woolstenhulme stated that he would like to know the liability to the city from using lease vehicles.  City Manager Brad Hancock stated that the city could be named in a lawsuit regardless of whether or not a vehicle is leased.  As the vehicle lease program is current city policy, it will remain in affect until changed.

 

MOON LAKE ELECTRIC RIGHT OF WAY AGREEMENT

 

A motion was made by Larry Murray to authorize the mayor to sign a right-of-way agreement for Moon Lake Electric to put up a guy-wire on property at the Black Powder property where the city’s 2 million gallon water take is located.  Motion seconded by Dave Woolstenhulme.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

A motion was made by Larry Murray to go into an executive session to discuss three property matters and a personnel matter and at the end of the discussion, go back into regular session.  Motion seconded by John Gardner.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

CITY MANAGER CONTRACT RENEWAL

 

A motion was made by Councilman Murray to offer the City Manager a renewal of his contract for $85,000 per year for three years with a two year extension letter for the same amount and terms beginning July 1, 2005, and ending June 30, 2010.  Motion seconded by Councilman Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

AMERICAN LEAGION PROPERTY LEASE

 

A motion was made by Dave Woolstenhulme to offer the American Legion a 5-year contract to use the current Maintenance yard property beginning when it is vacated in exchange for their paying all utilities and keeping the area free from weeds and debris.  Motion seconded by John Gardner.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

RODEO DRIVE PROPERTY PURCHASE

 

Rory Russell approached Council regarding the purchase of property located on Rodeo Drive.  After discussion, a motion was made by John Gardner to offer property on Rodeo Drive to Rory Russell for $10,000 with the stipulation that the building construction plans meet Council approval.  Motion seconded by Guy Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

FY 05-06 BUDGET

 

Council is concerned with preparation of the budget as our Finance Director is leaving Roosevelt’s employment and the new Finance Director may not have time while learning all his responsibilities.  Council directed that the department heads be consulted in order to prepare a preliminary budget and have it in place before Mike leaves on April 1st.

 

LDS CHURCH OLD PARK AGREEMENT REVIEW

 

Parks and Recreation Director Linden Dye could not attend this evenings meeting and will reschedule to the next meeting.

 

A motion was made by Larry Murray to adjourn the meeting.  Motion seconded by Dave Woolstenhulme.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.

 

 

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Ormon Sullivan, Mayor

 

 

ATTEST:

 

 

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Carolyn Wilcken, Recorder