MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
February 8, 2011
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Vaun D. Ryan.
A roll call was taken which showed council members Lane Yack, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack,and David Labrum present. Dave Woolstenhulme was excused. Mayor Ryan 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 Justin Johnson, City Recorder Carolyn Wilcken, Roger Eschler, Geoff Liesik, Monique Lamb, Dean Boyd Edwards, Allan Smith, Randy Freston II, Wade Needles, and Brett Kettle.
Opening prayer was given by Councilman Guy Coleman.
MINUTES
A motion was made by Councilman Robert Yack to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of January 25, 2011, as presented. Motion was seconded by Councilman David Labrum. Those voting Aye were Lane Yack, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack, Dave Woolstenhulme, and David Labrum. Motion was carried unanimously.
OUT-OF-CITY WATER CONNECTION REQUEST
Monique Lamb came before Council to request an out-of-city water connection to be located at 1627 N. Crescent Road. Monique’s request had previously been approved for this location, but she had not exercised the connection and the approval period had lapsed. She would like to renew her request. It was noted that water pressure cannot be guaranteed. Monique agreed that this is acceptable. After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman David Labrum to approve this request. Motion was seconded by Councilman Guy Coleman. Those voting Aye were Lane Yack, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack, Dave Woolstenhulme, and David Labrum. Motion was carried unanimously.
NEW DEAN OF UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY UINTAH BASIN
Boyd Edwards, new dean of USU Uintah Basin, came before Council to introduce himself. He has been in the Uintah Basin since November 15, 2011. He is looking forward to working with all entities to improve the educational and economic conditions in the Uintah Basin. In this effort, he stated that USU/UB is committed to providing office space for a soon to be hired economic development individual.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPEMNT DISCUSSION
Council reviewed a Memorandum of Understanding between Roosevelt City, Utah State University Uintah Basin, and Duchesne County, to provide and fund a position that will focus on economic development for the Duchesne County area. Dave Woolstenhulme suggested that those entities that will be paying for this position should have a say in the hiring of the individual and have this understanding become a part of the MOU.
1ST ANNUAL RURAL UTAH LEGISLATURE DAY
Mayor Ryan reported on attending the 1st Annual Rural Utah Legislature Day at the Utah State capitol. Mayor Ryan stated that most of the Council and the City Manager attended. The only concern was that this event was being held during the legislative session and it was not possible to meet with the legislators. It was stated that this event will be scheduled next year in January in order to be able to meet with legislators and not conflict with their legislative responsibilities.
PUBLIC HEARING – ORDINANCE 2011-366
UPDATED LAND USE PLAN
Mayor Ryan stated that this is a public hearing and that a number of meetings have been held previously so all concerns could be addressed. There were some citizens in attendance that expressed concern that the recommended land use plan changes would limit use of their property. Zoning Director Roger Eschler explained that as long as the use continues, the changes would not affect them. Also, changes could be made in the future if it was found the needs warranted doing so. After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme to approve Ordinance 2011-366, an ordinance updating the land use plan and including the updated land use plan map. Motion seconded by Councilman David Labrum. Those voting Aye were Lane Yack, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack, Dave Woolstenhulme, and David Labrum. Motion was carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING – ORDINANCE 2011-367
UPDATED SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE
Mayor Ryan stated that this is a public hearing and that several previous meetings have been held so all concerns could be addressed. After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Guy Coleman to approve Ordinance 2011-367, an ordinance updating the subdivision ordinance. Motion seconded by Councilman Lane Yack. Those voting Aye were Lane Yack, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack, Dave Woolstenhulme, and David Labrum. Motion was carried unanimously.
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HORROCKS ENGINEERS - CITY PROJECTS UPDATE
Byron Colton of Horrocks Engineers was ill and could not attend. Nonetheless, Council discussed the status of the ongoing city projects.
HIGHWAY 40 PIPELINE AGREEMENT
Council discussed the Highway 40 pipeline project progress. There are still a number of questions that need to be addressed prior to signing an agreement. After reviewing the contract draft, several suggestions were made. A meeting will be scheduled for March 1 with Randy Crozier of Duchesne County Water Conservancy District to discuss these concerns and see if an agreement can be finalized to everyone’s satisfaction.
SANDWASH WATER AGREEMENT
Clark Allred, the city attorney, expressed concern with Roosevelt City agreeing to continue paying even if the water is not available. This issue cannot be changed. After review and discussion, a motion was made by Councilman David Labrum to approve this contract and acknowledge the city attorney’s concern with guaranteeing payment even if water cannot be delivered. Motion seconded by Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme. Those voting Aye were Lane Yack, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack, Dave Woolstenhulme, and David Labrum. Motion was carried unanimously.
COUNCIL REPORTS
David Labrumreported that there was a good meeting on water issues last week.
Lane Yack expressed appreciation for the work Irene Hansen did for the 1st Annual Rural Utah Legislature Day.
Guy Coleman asked about the progress of getting a new swimming pool manager.
Dave Woolstenhulme asked about the Golf Pro contract. It will be finalized within the next week. UBIC concerns will be addressed and coordinated with the Parks Department.
Robert Yack didn’t have anything to report.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A motion was made by Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme to go into an executive session to discuss a personnel matter and litigation and at the end of the discussion, return back into regular session. Motion seconded by Councilman David Labrum. Those voting Aye were Lane Yack, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack, Dave Woolstenhulme, and David Labrum. Motion carried unanimously.
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PURCHASE ORDERS
A motion was made by Councilman Lane Yack to approve the following purchase orders. Motion seconded by Councilman Guy Coleman. Those voting Aye were Lane Yack, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack, Dave Woolstenhulme, and David Labrum. Motion carried unanimously.
56743 / Counterpoint Construction / $222,195.6556741 / Utah Dept Of WorkForce Services / 927.02
56704 / AG Truck / 5,224.87
56739 / Mabey Wright & James LLC / 2,102.00
56670 / Wells Fargo Remittance CenterVisa / 1,208.50
56777 / RNI Trucking / 1,370.00
56876 / Alliance Laundry Equipment Co. / 4,027.00
56861 / FrandsenElectrical Contracting LLC / 719.58
56021 / Brady Industries,LLC / 542.92
56432 / Horrocks Engineers / 56,973.02
56671 / Murray Motor / 20,512.00
56674 / PB Electronics, Inc. / 710.00
56707 / Capstone Sales, LLC / 783.00
Utah Local Government Trust / 2,054.47
Basin Law PLLC / 950.00
Strata Networks(Landlines) / 2,976.89
Strata Networks(Cellular) / 1,662.62
K & K Sanitation / 52,420.13
Questar Gas / 8,730.02
Moon Lake Electric Association / 10,603.76
Allred,BrothersonHarrington PC / 4,200.00
TOTAL / $400,893.45
A motion was made by Councilman Dave Woolstenhulme to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Councilman David Labrum. Those voting Aye were Lane Yack, Guy Coleman, Robert Yack, Dave Woolstenhulme, and David Labrum. Motion carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
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Vaun D. Ryan, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Carolyn Wilcken, Recorder