MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING

 

May 6, 2003

 

 

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Lloyd Burton. 

 

A roll call was taken which showed council members Beverly Hansen, Sterling Rees, Russ Cowan, Larry Murray, and John Gardner 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, Brad Wells, Ben Henderson, Cliff Conover, Kitty Conover, Lezlee Whiting, Andelee Birchell, Ben Birchell, Gilbert Evans, Leola Freston, MonteYeager, Steve Hooley, Elvin Kettle, Marlene Kettle, Mark Kettle, David Kettle, Brett Kettle, and Deni Kettle.

 

The opening prayer was given by Sterling Rees.

 

MINUTES

 

A motion was made by Larry Murray to approve the minutes of the meeting of April 22, 2003, after revision.  Motion seconded by Sterling Rees.  Motion carried unanimously.  A motion was made by Russ Cowan to approve the minutes of the Budget Session of April 29, 2003, after revision.  Motion seconded by Larry Murray.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

PURCHASE ORDERS

 

A motion was made Larry Murray to approve the following purchase orders.  Motion seconded by Beverly Hansen.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

 

36926

Northern Tool

$    1,058.29

36689

36688

36438

36537

36837

368343643036317

36805

 

 

 

L.C.L. Oil

Horrocks Engineers

Mountainland Supply

Dry Gulch Irrigation

Tri-County Concrete

Tri-County Concrete

Badger Daylight

Dan Wilcox

M & R Kawasaki (pre-approved)

McKeachnie & Allred

Moon Lake Electric

MCI

4,334.80

4,520.90

1,267.38

1,352.00

739.20

1,257.90

1,125.00

510.00

5,400.00

6,274.50

17,711.72

790.98

36690

36466

 

36321

36444

36443

 

 

36691

Mountainland Supply

U S Design & Trophy

K & K Sanitation

Karl’s Carpets

Badger Daylighting

K & D Patching

Dan Wilcox

Horrocks Engineers

Freedom Mailing

7,511.67

550.00

30,633.17

5,931.75

1,125.00

2,060.00

900.00

6,221.80

         711.80

 

$101,437.92

 

UNION HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR CLASS

REQUEST FOR SWIMMING POOL

 

Members of the Senior Class, Brad Wells and Ben Henderson, approached Council requesting use of the city swimming pool for their graduation night activities.  After discussion, a motion was made by Beverly Hansen to approve their request.  Motion seconded by John Gardner.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

POWER EXTENSION CONTRACT – MOON LAKE ELECTRIC

 

Council reviewed a contract with Moon Lake Electric to extend power at Constitution Park into the area currently under construction for a parking lot.  Duchesne County Road Department will be bringing in road base and gravel to make this area ready for parking for all the summer events.  City Manager Brad Hancock reported that he had received word from the County Commissioners that they have given approval to proceed with the installation of the power line.  After discussion, a motion was made by Larry Murray to approve signing this contract.  Motion seconded by Beverly Hansen.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

RESOLUTION NO. 2003-204

VACATION OF SATHER’S SUNRISE SUBDIVISION LOTS

 

Council reviewed Resolution 2003-204, a resolution ordering the vacation of a portion of Sather’s Sunrise Subdivision to include Lots 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 25.  Mayor Lloyd Burton asked if any members of the public wished to comment.  After discussion, a motion was made by John Gardner to approve this resolution.  Motion seconded by Sterling Rees.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

OUT-OF-CITY WATER CONNECTION REQUESTS

 

Ben & Andelee Birchell – Mr. and Mrs. Birchell came before Council asking to purchase an out-of-city water connection located 2˝ miles north of Big “O” on the east side of the road.  They will have to bring the line under the road.  Research will need to be done to verify whether or not this line has a surcharge amount due prior to final purchase.  After discussion, a motion was made by Larry Murray to approve this request.  Motion seconded by Sterling Rees.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Leola Freston – Mrs. Freston came before Council asking to purchase an out-of-city water connection located just above the city’s water tanks.  City Manager Brad Hancock stated that

research would need to be done to make sure there is adequate water pressure.  After discussion, a motion was made by Sterling Rees to approve this request contingent on the result of the  research on the water line.  Motion seconded by Larry Murray.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

LIQUOR LAW DISCUSSION

 

Kitty and Clifford Conover appeared before Council to express concerns with the new state liquor law requiring establishments that serve alcohol to remain open until 2:00 a.m. or one hour after last call of 1:00 a.m. unless all patrons have already left.  A motion was made by Russ Cowan to recognize the state statute and that Roosevelt City will comply pursuant to state code.  Motion seconded by Beverly Hansen.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

STATE AERONAUTICS

 

Aeronautical Planner Monte Yeager from the Utah Division of Aeronautics came before Council to discuss local airport needs.  He explained that his visit is to discuss three areas pertaining to airport classifications, airport funding and airport plans.  Mr. Yeager gave a handout outlining those things he discussed.  The council was very appreciative of the information presented and how it played into receiving both state and federal funding.  John Gardner will attend a planning meeting in Salt Lake representing Roosevelt.

 

SANITATION SERVICES DISCUSSION

 

Representatives from K & K Sanitation came before Council at Council’s invitation to discuss the rate increase they have requested to provide sanitation services.  K & K presented an outline to the council of their increase costs.  K & K stated that they have not received an increase since 1999, which was for the increase in tippage fees that was imposed on them from the county.  There has been no increase for cost of doing business for almost 10 years.  With costs of insurance, tires, fuel and salaries, an increase at this time is needed.  Beverly Hansen expressed concern that the citizens have had to pay increases in other utility rates within the last eight months and she was opposed to any additional increase at this time.  There was a lengthy discussion between K & K and Council.  After discussion, a motion was made by John Gardner to approve the requested increase of $1.00 per can and $2.00 per dumpster.  Motion seconded by Russ Cowan.  Beverly Hansen voted Nay.  Motion carried.  This increase will take effect June 1 and will be reflected on the July billing.

 

EMPLOYEE HEALTH INSURANCE DISCUSSION

SERVICE INSURANCE

 

Representatives from Service Insurance came before Council to discuss the possibility of providing health insurance to Roosevelt City employees.  They made a presentation and then proceeded into a discussion.  They stated that it appears they could save money on premiums and also increase the

benefits over Roosevelt’s current IHC insurance carrier.  The result of the discussion was to have employees fill out all forms to be submitted in order to get an actual cost to provide insurance.  When the cost has been determined, and a final quote given, then Council will be able to make an informed decision.

 

BUDGET WORK SESSION

 

Council reviewed the revised FY 2004 budget which reflects changes discussed at the budget work meeting last week.  Council instructed Finance Director Mike Davis to adjust the budget as outlined by the Council and present it again to them at the first meeting in June.

 

E-911

 

Council reviewed a draft letter to the County Commissioners expressing Roosevelt’s position regarding the E-911 funds being collected from Roosevelt City residents on their phone bills.  The letter stated that Roosevelt City should receive credit against Central Dispatch fees in the amount the County has thus far collected in E-911 telephone fees.  Council supported the content of this letter and directed that it be sent.

 

PERSONNEL CHANGES

 

City Manager Brad Hancock asked Council’s direction in the hiring of personnel discussed during last weeks budget meeting.  A motion was made by Larry Murray to fill the position vacated by Sherrel Johnson and also rehire Chris Parker as requested.  Motion seconded by Beverly Hansen.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

COUNCIL CONCERNS

 

Beverly HansenBeverly asked if USU had been contacted about the concerns with parking on the new sidewalk as discussed last week.  City Manager Brad Hancock stated that he will contact USU.  Beverly also expressed concern with the condition of the road at 500 East 700 South where work was done on a fire hydrant.  There are several large chuck holes at that intersection causing traffic to swerve into the oncoming lane.

Beverly also asked that something be done about the safety concern of parking on 1000 West Lagoon Street at the small ball diamond.  Patrons are parking completely around the corner, which blocks the view of people traveling through that intersection.

 

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

 

Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m.

 

 

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Lloyd Burton, Mayor

 

 

 

ATTEST:

 

 

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Carolyn Wilcken, Recorder