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IVINS
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
June 18, 2009
MAYOR AND COUNCIL: The meeting was called to order at
5:28 p.m. and announced there was a quorum present.
All present included Mayor Barney,
Council Member Elwell,
Council Member Blair,
Council Member Jolley,
and
Council Member Hart.
STAFF:
City Manager Judy Gubler,
City Attorney Dale Coulam,
City Engineer Charles Gillette,
Public Works Director Dave Glenn,
and
Deputy City Recorder Martha Wilson.
EXCUSED:
Council Member Rusick
AUDIENCE: Jim Craig, Elaine Brinkerhoff, Cheyne McDonald 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.
| 2) |
REPORTS, PRESENTATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS |
Judy Gubler distributed the Building Department report on behalf of the Building & Zoning Administrator Kevin Rudd. A copy of the report is available by request through Ivins City Hall.
Dave Glenn distributed a monthly report for the Public Works Department, a copy of which is available through Ivins City Hall. He reported that the 400 South waterline installation is finished. His department is currently working on 200 East and is approximately 60-70% complete. They are also installing a couple of fire hydrants along with the water lines. They have also been working on the animal shelter and they are doing a great job in all areas. It is anticipated that the animal shelter remodel will be completed within the next ten (10) days. Rosenberg and Associates has drafted the design for the groundwater drains on Cordero Drive and should have a final design within two (2) weeks. Construction of the drains is anticipated to start the first part of August. Mayor Barney commented on how quickly and nice Sunset Blvd. in St. George turned out with the repaving and inquired as to the process and cost comparison. Dave Glenn explained one inch (1") of the road is milled off and an overlay is installed. The cost for this process is approximately $.50-$.60 cents per square foot compared to slurry at $.10-$.12 cents per square foot. Milling is a minor reconstruction process but is more expensive. It looks good for awhile but then cracks because it isn’t very thick. Slurry lasts between five (5) and ten (10) years and is less expensive than chip seal. Chip seal and slurry serve approximately the same purpose.
Charles Gillette reported that there is slow progress on the 400 S. block project due to utility conflicts. A water line was re-routed on that block and should be completed by the end of this week or first part of next week. The entire project is projected to be completed in mid to late July. The 600 W. Center Storm Drain project is moving along quickly. All of the storm drain lines have been installed, starting at the wash and running to the base of the steep hill. The manhole is being set at the top of the hill, the water line is in the trench of the steep hill and all pipe will be installed in two to three (2-3) weeks. The project on 100 South and 100 West with Troy Nelson and the other neighbors for curb and gutter improvements is anticipated to start the week of June 22nd and more residents may participate. The City is receiving bids to extend the Center Street wall. City Staff has the designed drawings for street lights on Snow Canyon Parkway, in front of The Reserve and will be meeting with contractors to obtain informal bids. The majority of the cost will be paid for by the developer. The expenditures for this project will be presented at the second City Council meeting in July.
Commissioner Cheyne McDonald reported that the Planning Commission approved a casita project for Wendy Dunbar. The Commission is working on the new residential zones, reviewed the classifications and made some minor changes. Kevin Rudd will make the changes and present them to the City Council. The Planning Commission will be reviewing the commercial zoning regulations.
Elaine Brinkerhoff requested that the City Manager provide an update on the status of deferring utility billing for services. Judy Gubler reported other cities do. When the Certificate of Occupancy is issued, the owner is billed for the services. Ivins City does not have any other method, other than Certificate of Occupancy, that is linked to billing for services. Judy ad Dale reviewed the contracts relating to sewer and garbage service and the City is technically obligated to provide that service if a Certificate of Occupancy is issued. The Mayor and City Council determined this issue should not be a future agenda item but that Ms. Brinkerhoff should look into the option of installing a separate water meter for the landscaping.
Mayor Barney opened the Public Hearing. There being no comments, Mayor Barney closed the Public Hearing.
Dale Coulam explained that the changes address the review and approval process generally, as well as the street requirements outlined in the revised Transportation Master Plan. Regarding the sewer ordinance, he indicated that if the City Council is going to allow an advance waste water treatment system, in lieu of connecting to a public sewer system, then he suggested holding off passing this ordinance so that he could also address those changes.
MOTION: Council Member Elwell moved to table agenda item 4B until the next scheduled City Council meeting.
SECOND: Council Member Hart
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member Blair |
AYE |
| Council Member Jolley |
AYE |
| Council Member Hart |
AYE |
| Council Member Rusick |
ABSENT |
The Mayor and City Council discussed individuals to be the Grand Marshal for the July 24th Parade. It was determined that Sgt. James Hatzidakis aka "Hatz" will be the Grand Marshal for the 24th of July Parade. Mayor Barney would like to present the former Mayor of Ivins City, Chris Blake, with the Mayor’s award for community service. Mayor Barney requested a proclamation be prepared and that Sgt. Hatzidakis be honored at the City Council meeting on July 2 and Chris Blake be honored at the July 16 City Council meeting.
Dale Coulam explained that this matter was previously approved by the City Council. There have been additional amendments. A prior sewer line easement was found and has been referenced in this agreement and the owner of the site has changed. Those that needed to sign off have done so and this is being submitted for approval.
MOTION: Council Member Hart moved to approve the Amendment to the Sewer Line Easement
SECOND: Council Member Jolley
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Blair |
AYE |
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member Hart |
AYE |
| Council Member Jolley |
AYE |
| Council Member Rusick |
ABSENT |
Dale Coulam indicated he made a change to distinguish between the old septic system that was allowed and the advanced waste water treatment system. The advanced waste water treatment system will be limited to the Kayenta Wash drainage area and that language is included in this Ordinance.
MOTION: Council Member Blair moved to approve Ordinance No. 2009-08 "An Ordinance of Ivins City, Utah, Amending Title 10, Chapter 3 of the Ivins City Code Regarding Sewer Systems as submitted.
SECOND: Council Member Hart
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Blair |
AYE |
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member Hart |
AYE |
| Council Member Jolley |
AYE |
| Council Member Rusick |
ABSENT |
Roll call vote. All Council Members present voted in favor. Council Member Rusick was absent.
| 9. |
Economic Development Agency |
| 10.Mu |
nicipal Building Authority |
Judy Gubler referred to a handout with handwritten changes reflecting updated figures, a copy of which is available by request through Ivins City Hall.
MOTION: Council Member Elwell moved to approve the Adoption of the Tentative Budgets for Fiscal Year Ending 06/30/2010 and Estimate to Complete Budgets for the Fiscal Year Ending 06/30/2009, as amended.
SECOND: Council Member Blair
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Blair |
AYE |
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member Hart |
AYE |
| Council Member Jolley |
AYE |
| Council Member Rusick |
ABSENT |
MOTION: Council Member Elwell moved to approve Resolution No. 2009-15R "A Resolution of Ivins City, Utah, Adopting the Final Budgets for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2010, as amended.
SECOND: Council Member Jolley
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Blair |
AYE |
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member Hart |
AYE |
| Council Member Jolley |
AYE |
| Council Member Rusick |
ABSENT |
Roll call vote. All Council Members present voted in favor. Council Member Rusick was absent.
Dale Coulam indicated that this is a follow up to the job description approved at the last City Council meeting. He explained how the City computes salary ranges. Midpoint reflects someone competent in the duties of the position.
MOTION: Council Member Hart moved to approve the salary range for Accounting Technician
SECOND: Council Member Elwell
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Blair |
AYE |
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member Hart |
AYE |
| Council Member Jolley |
AYE |
| Council Member Rusick |
ABSENT |
| A. |
Approval of Meeting Minutes for June 4, 2009 |
Council Member Elwell stated that there are only two Council Members present tonight that were in attendance at the City Council meeting on June 4, 2009. He suggested the minutes be tabled. The Council Members that were present did not have any corrections.
MOTION: Council Member Elwell moved to table approval of Meeting Minutes for June 4, 2009 until the next scheduled City Council meeting.
SECOND: Council Member Hart
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Blair |
AYE |
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member Hart |
AYE |
| Council Member Jolley |
AYE |
| Council Member Rusick |
ABSENT |
| 7) |
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION |
Council Member Elwell - no report.
Council Member Blair reported there was a DTEC meeting on June 17, 2009 that included alot of reports and updates on projects that are underway in the County. $2.25 million dollars of the stimulus money was transferred to the EIS work on the I-15 project. The grand opening of the Phase 1 Southern Parkway from I-15 to River Road is set for July 7. Phase II to the airport is ahead of schedule by approximately one year.
Council Member Jolley reported he has been following the Ivins Princess Pageant and the problems they experienced working with Tuacahn. Tuacahn advised the Princess Pageant Coordinator that they were changing their policy and there would be no private usage of the facilities. Judy Gubler indicated she will follow-up with Tuacahn because the City has had a very good relationship with them. Council Member Hart reported that the animal shelter will be finished on July 3. The project is ahead of schedule and under budget.
Council Member Rusick - Excused.
Dale Coulam reported that through some connections through City Staff, Ivins facilitated a donation of Camp Chef grills and other equipment to Tuacahn. The equipment is being used at the Saturday market.
The City has received five (5) appeals from property owners on 200 East. The appeal hearing is set for July 15 with the Administrative Law Judge. Dale will report on the status after the hearing.
Mayor Barney reported that he met with the Vista Charter School personnel and the school has enrolled 640 children. The building is ahead of schedule but the school has contingency plans to open at the convention center for a month. Mayor Barney requested that Judy Gubler remind City Staff to apply early for grants relating to sidewalk and similar improvements from Center Street in Ivins to the proposed Harmon’s grocery store location in Santa Clara.
Mayor Barney indicated he and Judy Gubler met with a few individuals relating to economic development ideas and these individuals felt that if Ivins continues with its vision, Ivins may have something similar to a Technology Park.
| C. |
City Manager, Judy Gubler |
Judy Gubler indicated she is very pleased with the animal shelter. An open house and ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on July, 24th. Judy read a letter received from a woman in Red Mountain West regarding Shilo Pentz being an asset to the City. Judy Gubler indicated the Public Works Department has a great crew.
| D. |
Items to be placed on future agendas |
| 9) |
EXECUTIVE MEETING - None |
MOTION: Council Member Jolley moved to adjourn
SECOND: Council Member Elwell
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Blair |
AYE |
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member Hart |
AYE |
| Council Member Jolley |
AYE |
| Council Member Rusick |
ABSENT |
The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
Prepared and submitted by:
Kari D. Jimenez
Ivins City Recorder