MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING

 

May 13, 2008

 

 

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.  Mayor Cowan 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, Finance Director Justin Johnson, Roger Eschler, Representatives of Summerhills (Ryan Howard, Scott Hintz, Bret Miller, Bart Miller, Matthew Clark, Clark Miller, Annette Miller), Glenn Parker, Chris Parker, Kitty Conover, Larry Anderton, Stoney Anderton, Evette Hadlock, Leelana Foster, Kasielyn Peterman, Geoff Liesik.  Others attending that did not sign in are Gary Hales, Kim Hales, Gail Fauci, Terry Stringham, Colleen Bowcutt, and Walt Wooten.

 

Opening prayer was given by Mayor Russell L. Cowan.

 

MINUTES

 

A motion was made by Councilman Robert Yack to approve the minutes of the meeting of April 29, 2008, after revision.  Motion was seconded by Councilman Vaun Ryan.  Motion was carried unanimously.

 

OUT-OF-CITY WATER CONNECTION REQUEST

 

Craig Jenks is requesting an out-of-city water connection for his property located near Burdick Paving.  He did not attend the meeting so Council did not approve his request.

 

Stoney Anderton came before Council asking to connect to city water for his property located near Sharmel Acres.  City personnel have a concern with the water pressure in that area.  This is also a concern of the Council.  It was proposed that the City could potentially supply the materials and Anderton’s Group could perform the labor.  After review and discussion the Mayor and the Council requested that Stoney Anderton work with City Manager Brad Hancock and Horrocks Engineers to review the situation and determine if a connection is feasible.  Mr. Anderton will then approach Council again.

 

BUSINESS LICENSE REQUEST

 

Council reviewed a business license application from Jodi Priebe for Curves of Roosevelt.  After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Robert Yack to approve this application.  Motion seconded by Councilman Vaun Ryan.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

RV PARK DISCUSSION

 

Chris Parker came before Council to discuss expansion of the Mountain Valley Trailer Park to include RV spaces.  Planning and Zoning Director Roger Eschler stated that the property is currently zoned as RM-18, so zoning should not be an issue.  Chris questioned the status of the Ballard RV Park which is owned by Roosevelt City.  At this time, Council has not determined the future of the Ballard RV Park.  No motions were made.

 

YOUTH AT RISK SPORTS PROGRAM

 

Evette Hadlock came before Council to discuss a youth service plan at the Old Park.  Yvette distributed a handout to the Council.  She would like to establish a relationship with unsupervised youth who come to the old park.  They would like to initiate a check out program for sports equipment.  She requested some sports equipment (soccer balls, basketballs, and kick balls).  She also requested assistance in the form of a math tutor.  Councilman Robert Yack made a motion to purchase two each of the soccer balls, basketballs, and kick balls.  Motion was seconded by Councilman Guy Coleman under the stipulation that the equipment is purchased locally.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

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

 

PUBLIC HEARING: ZONE CHANGE BART MILLER PROPERTY

 

Under the current zoning of R-2-6 the Miller’s can build 24 single family homes.  Bret Miller proposed a zoning change to an RM-13.  This change would allow 26 unit duplexes and triplexes, with full landscaping with Covenants, Conditions, and Restriction’s.  A power point presentation was given to address the concerns of the neighbors.  After the presentation, Bart requested approval of the zoning change.  The meeting was then opened for public comment.  Gary Hales of 750 North commented that the Millers did not contact everyone.  He also has concerns about congestion and traffic.  He questioned whether the developers were accurate regarding the R-2-6 statements.  Roger Eschler confirmed that they were accurate.  Kim Hales asked the Millers why some of the material presented tonight was not presented at the last neighborhood meeting.  Bart stated that the material presented tonight was not discovered until after the last neighborhood meeting.  Walt Wooten 75 North expressed concerns about transient residents in his neighborhood.  Colleen Bowcutt of 15 North stated that Gary was speaking for the group.  Terry Stringham of 150 North had questions about the ownership of the units and whether they would be rentals and/or leases.  The Millers stated that a property management company will manage the property and CCR’s, and Home Owner Association fees will be implemented.  Gail Fauci of 150 Northexpressed concerns about space and houses being built too close together.  She asked the Millers to give the lots more space.  After listening to these concerns, Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme made a motion to table the discussion until the neighborhood citizens can review the new information.  Motion seconded by Councilman Robert Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.  This issue will be addressed at the next council meeting on May 27, 2008. 

 

DISPOSAL OF EXCESS PROPERTY SOUTH OF UBAOG - DISCUSSION

 

City Manager Brad Hancock proposed setting a price and letting a realtor advertise.  A bid process with a deadline was also suggested.  Councilman Vaun Ryan suggested determining a value and turning it over to a realtor.  Councilman Lane Yack suggested getting a current value and bidding it out.  Councilman Guy Coleman suggested setting a price and turning it over to a realtor.  Mayor Cowan stated he does not want to use a realtor.  Councilmen Dave Woolstenhulme and Robert Yack agreed with Mayor Cowan to set a minimum price with a required build time frame.  A motion was made by Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme to concur with Mayor Cowan’s recommendation.  Motion seconded by Councilman Lane Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

ORDINANCE NO. 2008-344

REVIEW AND REQUEST TO ADVERTISE

 

Council reviewed Ordinance No. 2008-344, an ordinance amending the Roosevelt City Zoning Ordinance Chapter 17.68.  After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Guy to authorize advertising for a public hearing on this ordinance.  The motion was seconded by Councilman Vaun Ryan.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

MUNICIPAL BUILDING AUTHORITY RESOLUTION 2008-06

ANIMAL SERVICES BUILDING BOND

 

Consideration for adoption of a resolution calling a public hearing to consider the issuance by the Municipal Building Authority of Roosevelt City of its taxable lease revenue bonds in the aggregate principal amount of $200,000; establishing a time, place, and location for said public hearing; providing for publication of a public hearing and related matters.  After review and discussion, a motion was made by Guy Coleman to go into Municipal Building Authority Meeting to conduct a public hearing.  Motion seconded by Lane Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.  A motion was made by Robert Yack to approve Resolution 2008-06 as presented.  Motion seconded by Dave Woolstenhulme.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

WATER BILLING DISCUSSION

 

Ed Rowley came before Council to discuss a broken water line and extremely high water bill.  Ed was in an accident and not able to stay at his residence.  During this time he had a line break and his water bill was $2,400.  Council recommended adjusting this bill to the normal monthly amount.  Ed will get with City Manager Brad Hancock and Jolie Opsahl on Wednesday, May 14, to implement the adjustment .

 

PROPERTY MATTER

 

Johnny Wills came to the Council and stated he would like to buy property from the City that is adjacent to his existing property.  He wanted to make the Council aware of his request.  Brad Hancock will meet with Mr. Wills and drive out to the property to review the boundaries.  Johnny will get on the agenda for the next scheduled Council meeting.  No motions were made or required.

 

SECOND EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

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

 

PURCHASE ORDERS

 

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

 

 

49056

Dan Crozier Construction

$  70,000.00

49057

Mabey, Wright & James

7,449.32

48945

Utah Dept. of Public Safety

14,966.50

49177

Western Petroleum

36,558.74

48979

Western Petroleum

648.72

47592

Western Petroleum

9,848.00

48958

Jessen Electric, Inc.

14,130.08

48834

Royal Wholesale Electric

1,445.15

48748

Mountainland Supply

1,894.54

48837

Hy- Ko Supply Co.

632.69

49178

Fred A. Moreton

788.00

48946

AVID

525.64

48842

Mountainland Supply

517.56

49179

Zions Trust

2,730.00

49179

Zions Trust

1,250.00

49179

Zions Trust

1,500.00

49060

Horrock Engineers, Inc.

11,985.28

49058

JF Excavating

46,477.27

49105

Tri County Concrete

1,077.83

49201

D. Brad Hancock

5,000.00

49201

Mountainland Supply

3,543.03

49108

Mountainland Supply

3,516.89

49183

Burdick Paving

33,025.00

48749

K & D Patching

1,012.00

48841

Line Master

1,200.00

49135

J. Junior Hicks

732.30

48831

Line Master

572.23

 

K & K Sanitation

49,485.18

 

Moon Lake Electric

11,476.78

 

UBTA Communication

2,840.96

 

UBET Cellular

      1,969.68

 

 

 

 

TOTAL

$338,799.37

 

 

COUNCIL REPORTS

 

Vaun Ryan reported that the Chamber tour was excellent.  He also stated that several citizens were not aware that the walking path was paid for mostly by the State.  A detailed article has already been on the front page of the Uintah Basin Standard.

Lane Yack reported Ben Ansel rotomill status, project complete.  The project cost total was $10,600 with a $5,000 donation by Snow Construction.  Lane requested that a letter of appreciation be sent to Snow Construction.  Lane stated that he had been approached by Union High about the pool rental for graduation.

Guy Coleman reported that prep soil had been placed in the 30 new pots and gave an update on additional flower pots around the City.  Main Street flowers should be planted by the end of next week.

Dave Woolstenhulme had nothing to report on the golf course.  Dave asked that pressure be put on K&K to clean up the highway in front of their turn-off on the highway.

Robert Yack gave a report on the Roosevelt City Cleanup with the following statistics - 350 people went and there was approximately 140 tons of garbage.  This is about the same as last year.  Robert talked about a fence around the screens and vault at Constitution Park.  Robert expressed concern that the walking path be restored that was demolished during the building process of the skate park.

 

REPORTS FROM CITY OFFICERS

 

City Manager Brad Hancock reported that Randy McBride has a 60 day time period in which to move his truck garage that does not comply with ordinance.   He has until June 30 to complete his move.

 

FY 2008-09 BUDGET RETREAT SCHEDULED

 

The budget retreat has been scheduled for next Tuesday, May 20th.

 

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR ADVERTISEMENT

 

An ad has been placed to fill the Public Works Director position that will become vacant the end of June this year.  Current Public Works Director Jay Mitchell will be retiring.

 

A motion was made by Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme to adjourn the meeting.  Motion seconded by Councilman Guy Coleman.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

Meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.

 

 

 

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Russell L. Cowan, Mayor

 

ATTEST:

 

 

 

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Carolyn Wilcken, Recorder