MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING

 

June 21, 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, Robert Yack, and Dave Woolstenhulme, present.  Guy Coleman was excused.  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, Tim Rockwood, Terry Stringham, J.R. Berg, Julie Mitchell, Jay Mitchell, Roger Eschler, Lori Womack, Lee Rockwood, Stephen Page, Andrew Page, Robert Page, and Steve Hooley.

 

Opening prayer was given by Mayor Ormon Sullivan.

 

MINUTES

 

A motion was made by Councilman Yack to approve the minutes of the meeting of June 7, 2005, after revision.  Motion seconded by Councilman Woolstenhulme.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

PURCHASE ORDERS

 

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

 

41473

K & D Patching

1,160.00

41591

Korey Farnsworth Construction

22,000.00

41474

Mountainland Supply

2,424.20

41170

Horrocks Engineers

2,255.30

41223

J.F. Excavating

15,385.00

41171

Gascard Inc.

554.02

41759

Craig Labrum

894.00

41592

Rasmussen Concrete

54,274.00

41451

Mountainland  Supply

14,980.00

41220

Horrocks Engineers

29,508.84

41757

Grass Root Aeration

2,275.50

41442

Fred A Moreton Co.

788.00

41323

Jiffy Pawn

1,050.00

41174

Horrocks Engineers

2,541.80

41694

Tim Rockwood

4,720.00

41661

K & D Patching

1,096.00

40400

Duchesne County

3,750.00

41692

Intermountain Farmers

1,755.36

 

UBTA Communications

2,043.00

 

Questar Gas

3,024.37

 

Barton-Coombs, Cindy

780.00

 

 

 

 

TOTAL

167,259.39

 

 

BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION

 

Council reviewed a business license application from Louisa Lou for Oceanic Petroleum, LLC to be located at 156 North 200 East.  After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Gardner to approve this application.  Motion seconded by Councilman Murray.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

 

Julie Mitchell, representing the Roosevelt Stake Primary, came before Council to request closing the road located at Parkridge Park on July 25 at 10:00 a.m. for a mini-parade for primary children.  Mrs. Mitchell has spoken with Police Chief Hooley and received his approval as well as with Parks Director Linden Dye.  They would also like to use the stage at Constitution Park for a program.  Council stated they had no concerns and gave their approval.

 

WATER DRAINAGE PROBLEM – SHIELA JOHNSON

 

Jay Mitchell reported on the water drainage problem at Shiela Johnson’s home.  The existing drain line is being routed around her residence.  A water sample was taken and tested and there were no irregularities with the water. 

 

LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAM REQUEST

 

Lori Womack of the Duchesne County Library, came before Council seeking permission to have a summer reading program event at the city swimming pool and pavilion on August 31st and is asking that the pool fees be waived.  This same event was held last year with Council’s approval.   A motion was made by Councilman Yack to approve this request on behalf of the library summer reading program and waive the pool fees.  Motion seconded by Councilman Woolstenhulme.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

FIRE DEPARTMENT

 

Fire Chief Tim Rockwood came before Council and reported that Trent Bolton has resigned due to moving outside city limits.  The new fireman is J. R. Berg and he was introduced to Council.  Chief Rockwood then stated that after doing some research it was learned that for a city of our size, he would like to see the size of the department increased to 20 from 18.  There are currently a number of firefighters qualified to deal with chemical spills.  Chief Rockwood stated that to outfit two additional firefighters would cost about $7,000 plus a $200 per man monthly payment.  City Manager Brad Hancock stated that this wouldn’t adversely affect the budget.  Chief Rockwood stated that there needed to be at least two firefighters that would train together as it is difficult to train with just one man because much of the training requires working with another man.  Councilman Murray asked if there should be more than the two firefighters added.  Councilman Yack stated that this is the only service provided to citizens that results in an increase of benefits by reducing insurance costs to the residents.  It was suggested that three be added now with the anticipation that three more be added next year.  A motion was made by Councilman Murray to authorize the Fire Department to put on three new firefighters with up to three more added next year depending on the finances of the city.  Motion seconded by Councilman Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.  Councilman Murray suggested that the bylaws be amended to require each firefighter to have an annual physical and have the city pay the cost.

 

EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

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

 

STORM WATER DISCHARGE IMPACT FEE DISCUSSION

 

City Manager Brad Hancock asked if Council wished to discuss the storm water discharge impact fees after Council had had an opportunity to read the Storm Drain Report.  Brad stated that after the current drainage problem at northwest quadrant is dealt with, the other two areas needing attention are the southwest and northeast areas of Roosevelt.  The report recommended an $800 increase in building permits and a $3.00 per month increase on utility bills.  Councilmember Larry Murray stated that if $300 was added to building permits and $1 added to the monthly utility bill it should pay the annual payment on funding a solution to the storm drain problem for the entire area. Council would like to review the costs charged by Duchesne County and other municipalities in the Basin for building permits at the next meeting. 

 

GOLF COURSE ORDINANCE 12-20-110 ADDENDUM

 

City Manager Brad Hancock reported that the existing ordinance implies that the golf professional has the authority to say who has the right to be on the golf course but we need wording that makes it very clear.  Brad explained that he had talked with attorney Dave Church who stated that the ordinance could be amended to add better wording without holding a public hearing as it dealt with police powers.  After discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Woolstenhulme to authorize the addition of wording to the golf course ordinance that clarifies the authority of the Golf Professional.   Motion seconded by Councilman Gardner.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

MOON LAKE ELECTRIC AGREEMENT -

POWER TO OLD MILL PARK

 

A motion was made by Councilman Murray to authorize Mayor Sullivan to sign the agreement with Moon Lake Electric to provide power to the Old Mill Park in the amount of $1,231.00.  This park is located at the site of the former Buchanan Feed site.  Motion seconded by Councilman Yack.   Motion carried unanimously.

 

CHILDREN’S JUSTICE CENTER GOLF TOURNAMENT

 

City Manager Brad Hancock asked if anyone from the Council wished to participate in the Children’s Justice Center Golf Tournament scheduled for July 8th.  Brad also reported that there is already a city employee team and a police department team signed up to play in this tournament.

 

BUCKSKIN SUBDIVISION UTILITY EASEMENT

 

Dr. Glenn Robertson owns Lot 5 in the Buckskin Subdivision and is in the process of selling it.  However, there is a utility easement across this property for a pipeline that has been moved outside of this lot and the Robertsons need to have the easement released from their property.  A motion was made by Councilman John Gardner to schedule a public hearing to release the easement on this property.  Motion seconded by Councilman Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

EIGHTH DISTRICT JUVENILE COURT

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

 

City Manager Brad Hancock explained that it would take $500 per month to enter into a contract with the Eighth District Juvenile Court to have juveniles do work for Roosevelt City to begin July 1 to October 31, 2005.  The youth would have supervision through the court.  After discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Murray to enter into a contract with the Eighth District Juvenile Court and fund the $500 per month from the Council Discretionary Fund.  Motion seconded by Councilman Gardner.  Motion carried unanimously

 

EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

A motion was made by Councilman Woolstenhulme to go into an executive session and when finished, return to the regular council meeting business.  Motion seconded by Councilman Murray.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

RODEO DRIVE PROPERTY PURCHASE

SOUTH GATE

 

Council has been approached by the South Gate group with a request to purchase property in the Rodeo Drive area.  After discussion and review of the agreement, a motion was made by Councilman Woolstenhulme to enter into an agreement allowing South Gate to purchase property on Rodeo Drive.  Motion seconded by Councilman Gardner.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

POLICE DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL

 

Police Chief Steve Hooley has requested Council approval to hire Rick Harrison as a lieutenant to work directly under Chief Hooley.  Chief Hooley stated that he would like to hire Rick at an hourly rate that would require an increase in the police budget as he feels he is already highly qualified for this position.  After discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Murray to approve hiring Rick Harrison as a lieutenant directly under Chief Hooley and accept an increase in the police budget to cover the addition in hour pay.  Motion seconded by Councilman Yack.  Motion carried unanimously.

 

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

 

Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

 

 

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Ormon Sullivan, Mayor

 

 

ATTEST:

 

 

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Carolyn Wilcken, Recorder