City Council

Copy of the City of Ivins record for City Council, preserved by OwnUtah.com Ivins Meetings. Official source: City of Ivins Granicus archive.

CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
April 2, 2009

MAYOR AND COUNCIL: The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. and announced there was a quorum present.

All present included Mayor Barney, Council Member Elwell, Council Member Blair, Council Member Jolley, Council Member Hart, Council Member Rusick, and City Recorder Kari D. Jimenez.
STAFF: City Manager Judy Gubler, City Attorney Dale Coulam, Parks and Recreation Director Benny Sorensen, Public Safety Director Robert Flowers, Public Works Director Dave Glenn, and Commissioner Cheyne McDonald.
EXCUSED: None.

Pro Tem Elwell called the meeting to order. Mayor Barney arrived at 5:35 p.m.

AUDIENCE: Linda Elwell, Kelly Adams, Gary Campbell, Jed Miller, Lon Valadez, John Ertel, Kathy Nied, Greg Bryner, Gary Blake, Darren Janes and others who did not sign in.

Council Member Blair led the Flag Salute.

Council Member Blair gave the Invocation.

The Mayor and City Council Members stated they had no conflicts of interest with items on this meeting’s agenda.

Darren Janes handed out a brochure and gave a PowerPoint presentation relating to Dixie Area Workforce Housing Affordability Committee (DAWHAC). He is a Community Planner and Workforce Housing Ombudsman. A copy of the brochure and PowerPoint presentation are available by request through Ivins City Hall. DAWHAC’s goal is to promote opportunities for Work Force Housing. They assist public and private clientele with guidance and information. Their website is: www.WorkforceHousingDixie.com He thanked Council Member Elwell and Council Member Hart for their involvement with DAWHAC.

Parks and Recreation Director Benny Sorensen reported that registration for baseball has been extended. The City will show a family film produced by Grizzly Adams in the Ivins City Park on April 17th around 8:00 p.m. The splash pad grand opening is on April 24th at 4:00 p.m. City staff has started mowing and edging and are working on controlling the weeds and getting the irrigation systems operating. The Dog Park that is in the area on 600 west is almost ready and there will be an Easter egg hunt on April 11th.

Public Safety Director Bob Flowers reported that the individuals responsible for graffiti that occurred in Ivins approximately three (3) months ago have been identified and are in the court process. A bill for the damage they caused will be submitted for payment; the Ivins Police Department is being audited; changes will be made with traffic control when there are races in the City; he has information for individuals relating to home kits and personal preparedness information in the event of an emergency and/or pandemic. He suggested providing the information to the community through the City website City newsletter, churches and HOA’s (Home Owners Associations).

Commissioner Cheyne McDonald reported the Planning Commission approved two (2) Home Occupation licenses and they discussed the joint Planning Commission and City Council meeting that will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2009.

Mayor Barney indicated there are several Citizen Comments regarding ground water in the area of Cordero Drive. Mayor Barney passed out photos that were previously provided, copies of which are available by request through Ivins City Hall. The following individuals spoke regarding their concerns: Kelly Adams of 806 Praya, Donna Bauman of 571 Cordero Drive, Gary Campbell of 492 S Cordero, John Irdle of 540 S Praya, Mark Richins of 757 Praya, Chelsea Clarkson 536 S Cordero, Bernhard Schlatter of 570 S Cordero, Rachelle Ehlert of 710 E Posado and Yvette Swart of 528 Cordero. They indicated they have been dealing with this issue for approximately 4 1/2 years and when they’ve asked the City for help in resolving it, they are told there is no money available and they feel that response is not acceptable. They suggested looking at various sources for funds through grants and other avenues. They appreciate Dave Glenn and his responsiveness to them. The City installed a drain to assist with catching and diverting the water but it does not appear to be working. They feel the problem is causing decreased property values and is a safety concern due to standing water and deteriorating roads and sidewalks. The owners want to be a high priority for the City and receive help to resolve this problem. Some of the property owners in this area have entered into Purchase Agremeents with the City to build block walls but they do not want to construct these until the ground water issue is addressed. Dale Coulam indicated that issue would need to be a separate agenda item to discuss the time constraints on the Purchase Agreements.
Judy Gubler recommended this issue be placed on a future agenda for the City to look at the responsibility of the City, review the engineer’s study and look at the availability of money, funding sources and the overall maintenance program in general. She also suggested there be a report regarding what the City knows about the cutoff wall that has been constructed. The Mayor and City Council determined this issue would be placed on the next City Council agenda, which is Thursday, April 16th and the issue relating to the time constraints on the Purchase Agreements will also be addressed on that agenda.

4)	PUBLIC HEARING AND ACTION ITEMS - NONE

Bob Flowers handed out drawings for the proposed remodel and expansion of the animal shelter. A copy of the drawings is available by request through Ivins City Hall. The remodel and expansion for the animal shelter was approved at a previous City Council meeting. Bob Flowers requested this item be revisited due to issues that have come up. He indicated that Council Member Hart became involved after the remodel and expansion were approved and subsequently attended meetings relating to the project. With his expertise and input from the other individuals involved, it was determined the design should be modified. The modified plan is a result of numerous conversations with key individuals involved in the process. The plan is 1300 sq feet smaller than the original design but it has more capacity. Everything that is needed is included in the current plan and it utilizes everything the old building has to offer. Council Member Hart suggested the City proceed with re-bidding. He is committed to not spending more than the money that was previously approved and indicated that the hope is the amount the City will expend will be less than the amount approved. Due to time constraints, Judy Gubler suggested the Council authorize proceeding with the remodel and expansion based on the revised plan but continue with the prior approved expenditure amount. The City Council agreed and directed staff to continue with the remodel and expansion, within the approved expenditure amount.

Dale Coulam indicated the sewer chapter was re-arranged and now addresses economic hardship and the qualifiers to establish an economic hardship. Council Member Rusick and Council Member Elwell are not comfortable using the indigency threshold to determine economic hardship because it doesn’t address extraordinary obligations such as medical expenses, loss of employment and other issues. Dale Coulam will add a 4th paragraph for extraordinary circumstances and bring this ordinance back to the Council for consideration at the next City Council meeting.

MOTION: Council Member Rusick moved to table the approval of Ordinance No. 2009-04 until the City Attorney brings forth additional language.
SECOND: Council Member Jolley

VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.

Council Member Rusick referred to page 1, line 19 and indicated it should read "others who did not sign in".

MOTION: Council Member Elwell moved to approve the City Council Meeting Minutes for March 19, 2009 as corrected.
SECOND: Council Member Jolley

VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.

7)	CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION - NONE

Council Member Elwell handed out information for DAWHAC (Dixie Area Workforce Housing Advisory Committee) relating to organizational restructuring and a draft of the Minutes for February 10, 2009. The Pound Puppy Gala is a fundraiser for FIAS (Friends of Ivins Animal Shelter) and will be held on Saturday, May 30th, 2009 at Red Mountain Spa in Ivins.
Council Member Blair - will attend a meeting next week regarding transportation and traffic issues.
Council Member Jolley - no report.
Council Member Hart - no report.
Council Member Rusick - no report.

Mayor Barney requested Dale Coulam provide training to the City Council and Planning Commission members on addressing legal issues in public meetings. Judy Gubler suggested that training be combined with an update on the legislative session.

Judy Gubler indicated that the Charter School held a ground breaking ceremony on March 27, 2009. The school is working with the City on traffic issues relating to vehicle stacking. Funding for the school has been secured and the school intends to open in August, 2009.

Dale Coulam reported that Kent Cook, the newest employee in the Administrative Department, has experience in training and has agreed to assist with the Youth Council. He will be in touch with Ed Dickie regarding ideas and information from when Ed was involved with the Youth Council. Council Member Jolley will also continue to be involved. Dale reported that Kent handles hostile customers well and is doing a good job.

9)	EXECUTIVE MEETING

10)

ADJOURNMENT

MOTION: Council Member Jolley moved to adjourn
SECOND: Council Member Elwell

VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.

The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.

Respectfully,

Kari D. Jimenez
Ivins City Recorder

Council Member Elwell	AYE
Council Member Blair	AYE
Council Member Jolley	AYE
Council Member Hart	AYE
Council Member Rusick	AYE