MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING

 

April 11, 2006

 

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 Vaun Ryan, Lane Yack, 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, Lezlee Whiting, Jean Liddell, Justin Johnson, McNeil Duncan, Larry Rasmussen, Derek Nelsen, Andrew Cox, Rick Harrison, Ben Lemmon, Travis Tucker, Jared Reary, Kim Russell, J. C. Hansen, Sherrie Brokaw, Ammon Manning, Stephen Foote, Amy Nelson, Stephanie Cox, Cheryl Boren, Cavid Boren, Dallin Capp,  Lee Rockwood, Ron Winn, Tracy Hall, Linden Dye, Craig Labrum, Brent Fenn, Leslie Larsen, Annie Larsen, Toni Eldredge Ames, Chelsy McDonald, Trei Powell, Madi Birchell, Milkshake, Cody Giles, Ashley Allred, Gilbert McQueen, Lynnzie Dressen-Larsen, Jamie Ross, Gabbi Wisener, Denielle Vaughn, Michael Barney, Ty Eldredge, Shilo Welborn, Tim White, Tim Sprouse, Rick James, Andrew Reynolds, Jimmy Page, Eric McBride, Scott Brown, Jimmy Brown, Reazon Hollings, David Berry, Tulsa Larsen, Victor Brock, Brandon Scott, Oton Nhuy, and Beverly Hansen.

 

Opening prayer was given by Brad Hancock.

 

MINUTES

 

A motion was made by Councilman R. Yack to approve the minutes of the meeting of March 28, 2006, after revision.  Motion was seconded by Councilman Ryan.  Motion was carried unanimously.

 

PURCHASE ORDERS

 

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

 

 

43613

L & L  Motor

$18,315.25

43615

Davidson’s

7,473.25

42967

Horrocks Engineers

5,314.85

43713

Mountainland Supply

4,876.93

43429

Turner Lumber, Inc.

3,091.92

43609

Coastal Video Security

1,887.36

43711

Thatcher Company

995.25

43677

Popoff Concrete Construction

960.00

43511

ICC

895.05

 

K & K Sanitation

41,876.93

 

Moon Lake Electric

9,151.32

 

LCL Oil Inc.

8,044.20

 

Allred & McClellan, P.C.

4,940.00

 

UBTA Communication

2,025.66

 

UBET Cellular

639.16

 

Questar Gas

    3,189.11

 

 

 

 

 

$69,866.38

 

 

OUT-OF-CITY WATER CONNECTION REQUEST

 

Larry Rasmussen appeared before Council seeking permission to purchase a residential out-of-city water connection for his property located on the Page Bench Road on the feed line to the 1 million gallon tank.  After discussion, a motion was made by Councilman L. Yack to approve this request for an out-of-city residential connection.  Motion seconded by Councilman Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.  If this request is for anything more than the one typical connection, then Mr. Rasmussen must come before Council for additional discussion and permission.

 

PUBLIC COMMENDATION

 

Mayor Cowan and Council recognized Officer Andrew Cox and Derek Nelson for their heroic response to a dangerous situation that took place February 28, 2006.  Police Chief Rick Harrison presented each officer with a valor commendation plaque from Roosevelt City, along with medals of valor and pins for their lapels.

 

GRAFFITI PROBLEMS

 

Police Chief Rick Harrison and Lieutenant Ben Lemmon spoke to Council about the increasing graffiti problem in our area.  Chief Harrison stated that it be cleaned up as soon as noticed because the purpose is to get recognition.  A minimum 1,800 psi pressure washer would remove much of the graffiti.  A reward program was discussed.  An amount of $500 was agreed upon.  City crews need to keep track of their time in cleanup efforts because the costs can be recouped upon a conviction.  There is a 10:00 p.m. curfew at the park and it was suggested that signs be installed notifying the public of this.  It was suggested that Chief Harrison review the curfew law and make recommendations.  Also, Neighborhood Watch programs could be encouraged.  The Council agreed to fund a high pressure washer from their discretionary fund. The right machine will be purchased to assist the departments in removing graffiti as soon as possible upon being discovered.

 

FINANCE REPORT

 

Finance Director Justin Johnson presented Council with a financial report through February and the audit report for 2005-06, prepared by auditor McNeil Duncan.  Justin’s summary was that revenues are up as are expenses and that the city remains in the black.

 

GOLF COURSE GREENS PROBLEM 

 

Brent Fenn came before Council to discuss problems with the golf course greens.  The greens have deteriorated and Brent is asking that Council consider spending the money necessary to have the greens analyzed to determine the best way to repair them.  Brent stated that the greens are showing their age and this is the first time he has had to address this extensive a problem.  Council concurred with Brent’s recommendations is having the greens analyzed by an independent company that is qualified.  The cost is approximately $3,000 and the funds will come from the golf course budget.  Golf Pro Craig Labrum was present and also concurs with this recommendation.

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT YEAR END REPORT

 

Fire Chief Lee Rockwood went through the Fire Department year end report.  Council was impressed with the record keeping done by the Fire Department personnel that gives Council a good picture of the department activities and members.  Councilmember R. Yack expressed concern with the condition of the older SCBA’s (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) and that 14 of them be replaced as the budget allows.  Each new SCBA would cost $3,800.  After discussion, it was suggested that four SCBA’s be replaced now at a cost of $15,200 with funding coming from the Council Discretionary Funds.  Additional replacement can be discussed with the new budget preparation.  A motion was then made by Robert Yack to authorize replacement of four SCBA’s with funding to come from the Council Discretionary Fund.  Motion seconded by Dave Woolstenhulme.  Motion carried unanimously.  Council asked Chief Rockwood to relay to the Fire Department personnel just how much they are appreciated.

 

SKATE BOARD PARK DISCUSSION

 

Leslie Larsen appeared before Council to discuss their groups desire to have a new skate board park.  She is organizing a committee to pursue this project and to raise funds and is asking for the city’s support by providing property.  Mrs. Larsen is also requesting that the city be the funding umbrella and accept any money they may be able to raise.  Mayor Cowan stated that this project has merit, but it will take some time to adequately explore these requests.  Toni Ames stated that the skateboarders would like to improve their reputation and they are willing to provide community service to assist the city in repairing problems that have occurred.  It was also mentioned that there is a fund amount already established with the City for this purpose and that these funds could be used in this effort according to the purchasing procedures of the City.  Mrs. Larsen and Mrs. Ames will continue to investigate the best course of action to take in this undertaking and report back to Council.

 

PLAYGROUND AT CONSTITUTION PARK

 

Parks and Recreation Director Linden Dye reported that the playground equipment at Constitution Park needs to be replaced because of the age and condition and presently presents a liability for the city.  The existing slide no longer complies with what is acceptable and Linden is asking that he be given permission to have it removed in order to decrease our liability.  It was suggested that although we have only begun collection since April 1st, we could use the newly implemented ZAP tax toward new playground equipment.  Council instructed Linden to find out how much new playground equipment will cost and when it could be installed.  Linden also reported on the progress of the soccer field that is being put in with the assistance of volunteer efforts.  The council indicated their collective desire to get the new playground equipment installed even if it is necessary to borrow the funds from another account with full repayment to be made as the ZAP tax revenue is collected.

 

MAIN STREET MANAGER REPORT

 

Main Street Manager Beverly Hansen came before Council to report on her Main Street efforts.  She went over the statistics and reported on the events that were held last year.  The first event was held in July with a second event, a Chili Cookoff, held in October.  The third event was a Halloween Children’s Parade on Main Street which was attended by approximately 1,000 children.  The position that Beverly has held as Main Street Manager will need to be discussed due to the expiration of funding that will no longer be available from the State.  If continued, this position will need to be fully funded through Roosevelt City.  The state has been providing $10,000 annually, with the city providing $2,000 annually for the past three years.  Mayor Cowan asked that the businesses be approached to contribute an annual amount toward the Main Street efforts as the purpose of these endeavors are for the purpose of benefiting these businesses.  Councilman Ryan volunteered to discuss with various business owners their viewpoint and to ascertain their level of support for an on-going Main Street program.

 

FRED BENNETT REPORT

 

Fred Bennett addressed Council regarding property he would like to develop and is asking that if he withdrew his original proposal would the city consider selling property south of Rory Russell’s property next to Rodeo Drive.  Council will discuss this matter and get back to Fred.  After further discussion, a motion was made by Dave Woolstenhulme to offer the one-half acre of property for $10,000 contingent upon a review of the building plans and design.  Motion seconded by Guy Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION

 

Council reviewed a business license application from Andrew Weaver for Excell Drilling Company.  After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Woolstenhulme to approve this application.  Motion seconded by Councilman R. Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

HOME OCCUPATION PERMITS

 

Council reviewed home occupation permit applications from the following:

 

            Frank McRae for F & B Enterprise

            Mary Brook Henderson for The Urban Loft

            Joseph Emery Symonds for landscape maintenance

            Kyle Lazenby for hydro seeding lawns

 

After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Ryan to approve this application.  Motion seconded by Councilman Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

COUNCIL REPORTS

 

There were no reports to be given.

 

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

 

Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

 

 

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Russell L. Cowan, Mayor

 

 

ATTEST:

 

 

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Carolyn Wilcken, Recorder