All present included Mayor Hart,
Council Member Elwell,
Council Member McDonald,
Council Member Roberts,
Council Member Densley,
and
City Recorder Kari D. Jimenez.
STAFF:
City Manager/Attorney Dale Coulam,
Public Works Director Dave Glenn,
City Engineer Chuck Gillette,
and
Building and Zoning Administrator Kevin Rudd.
EXCUSED:
Council Member Mendenhall
Mayor Hart acknowledged there a quorum present and stated Council Member Mendenhall was excused.
Boy Scouts of America member Zach McDonald led the Flag Salute
Council Member McDonald gave the Invocation
There were no disclosures or conflicts of interest with this meeting's agenda.
Dave Glenn provided a written report to the Mayor and City Council, a copy of which is available by request through Ivins City Hall. The street improvements on 325 West are complete. The project looks good and was done very efficiently and timely. The Taviawk Tank will be out of service for four (4) to six (6) weeks for recoating. Staff installed a new trench drain on Uwan road in Kayenta and there is a plan to install one at the intersection of Wintook and Taviawk to help with drainage issues. The City will be advertising for the 400 West water line project and will likely have that before the City Council in April for approval. The City is putting information together for road maintenance for a spring slurry seal and anticipates starting that in the middle of March, 2014.
Chuck Gillette reported that the design is complete on the Center Street widening project. The right-of-way has been acquired and will be submitted this week to UDOT (Utah Department of Transportation) for a final review. The City expects to advertise for bids in four (4) to six (6) weeks and then start on the project in May or June, 2014. Chuck attended a meeting yesterday with the NRCS consultant who is preparing the environmental assessment. The current plan is to bid those in March, award the contract in April and begin construction in May, 2014. Intermountain Wind and Solar has been selected as the contractor for the Blue Sky Solar project on Ivins Firehouse that will turn the current 13kw system into an 18kw system, which will be enough power to run the Firehouse.
Kevin Rudd reported that building is continuing in Ivins and there have been approximately twenty (20) building permits issued since January, 2014. Mayor Hart inquired how many building permits were issued at the busiest time in approximately 2006. Kevin indicated the most was approximately 220 in a year. The City has received a Conditional Use Permit application to build apartments across from the firehouse. The Ivy Subdivision broke ground on 50 West and 200 South and the Five County Association of Governments has taken over the Mohave Estates subdivision that was a Color Country Community Housing self-help project. Color Country Community Housing is no longer in business.
Chairperson Murphy reported that the Planning Commission held two Public Hearings; one regarding a Preliminary Plan for Four Over One Subdivision located on 177 East and 100 North; and the other was regarding a proposed Zone Change from M-H (Mobile Home District) to RE-12.5 (Residential Estates District) located at 31 West and 300 North. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Preliminary Plan and recommended that the zone change encompass the Old Township area south of 300 North to allow widths of 72.5 feet in Medium Density Residential zones. This would eliminate the requirement to apply for a zone change each time someone wanted to split their loy in the Old Township. The Planning Commission discussed the Sensitive Lands Committee's recommendations to the Sensitive Lands Ordinance and will be holding a Public Hearing on that at the next Planning Commission meeting. The Planning Commission approved a Final Plat for Desert Rose Subdivision Phase 3 and made good progress on Chapters 18 and 19 of Multi-Family Residential requirements and Site Plan and Building Design requirements.
Mayor Hart stated that he invited Sara Baldwin to be present but she is working with the legislature and was unable to break away. This program is sanctioned by the Dept of Energy and attempts to facilitate the use of solar in a municipality like Ivins. When a municipality is certified as a participant, they are entitled to a number of sources of help. There are no requirements placed on the City as it relates to the budget. There required trainings that they Mayor would be willing to attend. Chuck Gillette agreed and acknowledged he didn't fully understand some of the material but he doesn't see it as being burdensome on the City. Mayor Hart indicated the other benefit is once the municipality becomes a participant, the community is seen as having a solar focus and he feels that is a real benefit. He would like the Council to approve or not approve moving forward with this. Dale Coulam recommended that if the Council decides to move forward, this be brought back once the City has the application.
MOTION: Council Member Densley moved to move forward with the solar initiative with Ivins City participating
SECOND: Council Member Elwell
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member McDonald |
AYE |
| Council Member Roberts |
AYE |
| Council Member Densley |
AYE |
| Council Member Mendenhall |
ABSENT |
Dale Coulam stated Ivins City has been assisting Santa Clara with housing some of the animals in the Santa Clara shelter for several months while it is being remodeled. The Santa Clara shelter is now functional and it's proposed that Ivins City consolidate Animal Control Services as part of Ivins Law Enforcement Services that was previously consolidated. The two (2) cities would share the cost of one full time Animal Control employee at the same ratio that is currently being shared with law enforcement employees. Each City is required to maintain their own shelter and structures. Adoptions will be handled out of the Ivins shelter and Ivins will retain any adoption fees. Initially, the Santa Clara facility will be used for dogs and as a quarantine facility. The consolidation of the Animal Control Services is a significant cost to Santa Clara but they will enjoy the No Kill status. Their City Council and City Manager are supportive of this and will likely adopt the Addendum next week. Council Member Roberts inquired if Santa Clara has vehicles dedicated to animal control like Ivins does. Dale Coulam indicated it was already transferred as part of the law enforcement consolidation. Mayor Hart acknowledged representatives present from INKAS (Ivins No Kill Animal Supporters) and FIAS (Friends of Ivins Animal Shelter) and expressed gratitude to them for all the work they do.
MOTION: Council Member Elwell moved to approve the Addendum to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Santa Clara and Ivins City to consolidate Law Enforcement Services
SECOND: Council Member McDonald
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member McDonald |
AYE |
| Council Member Roberts |
AYE |
| Council Member Densley |
AYE |
| Council Member Mendenhall |
ABSENT |
Kevin Rudd referred to Appendix G of the IRC (International Residential Code) and stated that The State of Arizona has a provision in their code for residential barriers and it is mandated. Council Member Elwell indicated he thinks the City should take the guess work out of this and for consistency, adopt this appendix. Council Member Densley inquired how Kevin Rudd feels about the appendix. Kevin Rudd stated it's the Cadillac of the fence requirements, the high standard for safety and defines a barrier. It will make it easier on the City to say that an individual has to have a barrier. Council Member Densley indicated if a child were to drown because the City didn't have the more strict restriction in place, he wouldn't want to have to say that the City wished they would have adopted it. Kevin Rudd suggested that if the Council adopts this appendix, that they extend the time before it's effective to allow time for the contractors to adjust their bids.
Council Member Densley moved to deny the zoning text amendment and adopt appendix G of the IRC under the current 2012 appendix effective July 1, 2014
Council Member Roberts seconded the motion.
Council Member Elwell requested further discussion before a vote was taken. He was uncomfortable with delaying the implementation. He was concerned that the delay would spur individuals to contact their pool contractors and avoid the future greater restrictions. Kevin Rudd clarified that the City is issuing three (3) to four (4) pool permits per month. Council Member Densley indicated that when a homeowner is building a home, for several months and before they obtain a building permit, they know what their approximate costs.
MOTION: Council Member Elwell moved take a vote seriatim, splitting the components of the motion in two parts
SECOND: Council Member McDonald
VOTE: The motion carried.
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member McDonald |
AYE |
| Council Member Roberts |
AYE |
| Council Member Densley |
NAY |
| Council Member Mendenhall |
ABSENT |
A vote was taken on the first portion, exclusive of the adoption date. All Council Members that were present voted in favor. One Council Member was absent.
Mayor Hart called for a vote on the second component, the effective adoption date of July. Council Member Elwell stated he is not opposed to a delay but would like clarification as to why the effective adoption date needs to wait until July. Council Member Roberts indicated it's a long process to obtain bids and they are generally guaranteed for a set period of time like 90 days. He doesn't see a flood of people trying to get a pool built before this takes effect and thinks July 1, 2014 is a fair date. It gives contractors four (4) months to adjust their bids. Council Member McDonald agreed with the July 1, 2014 effective date.
A vote was taken on the proposed July 1st effective date. All Council Members that were present voted in favor. One Council Member was absent.
Chuck Gillette indicated the Council may want to discuss switching to LED lighting but the drawback is the color of the light itself and the cost. LED lights are whiter and brighter and do not come in an amber color that the City currently has. It does come in a warmer color but it's still brighter than what Ivins has. The advantage of a whiter light is one can see visual detail and color better. Staff found six (6) pole light options and six (6) bollard light options for consideration. He provided options and costs for the pole lights for an HSP (high pressure sodium) light and an LED (Light Emitting Diode) as follows:
AAL Spectra - $2,400 HPS/$2,900 LED
Kim Bounce - $3,190 HPS/$3,480 LED
ANP LA1601 - $1,700 HPS/$2,150 LED
ASL Resonance - $1,600 HPS/$1,940 LED
Sternberg Villa - $2,450 HPS/$2,700 LED
ANP LA1621 - $1,700 HPS/$1,950 LED
The AAL Spectra is the Current Standard in Ivins. Council Member McDonald inquired as to the difference in life span of the HSP and the LED. Chuck Gillette stated there is a lot of energy savings with the LED. The cost to run an HSP is approximately $60 a year and the cost to run an LED is approximately $30 a year, although that savings may not be justified because the LED light costs more but the maintenance costs go down with the LED lamps. Council Member McDonald inquired if the current lamps can be converted to LED. Chuck Gillette indicated they can but the conversion cost is $2,000. Council Member Elwell stated the beauty in Ivins is a magnet for artists and photographers and LED lights are contrary to nature and diminishes the attractiveness of the area because the light is not natural. The City spent an extensive amount of time studying and adopting what the City has now. Whatever the City changes to, the City isn't going to buy sufficiently to outfit the entire City to build out at that time. He inquired if the City is going to face a similar situation in the future. He indicated that the City is facing a future where there won't be a standard identity for Ivins because lighting alone will change that standard. Mayor Hart stated it is also tough not to go with advances in technology because you're left in a vulnerable position in terms of maintenance and replacement. Council Member Densley agreed with Council Member Elwell regarding Ivins looking different the lighting it has. He like's LED's and the cost efficiency of them but doesn't want to mix and match the lights. Mayor Hart indicated if all of the lights are upgraded, the City may be sacrificing the charming aesthetics for the efficiencies. Council Member McDonald referred to the bollards and inquired if there were the same issues. Chuck Gillette stated the cost to run an LED light in a bollard is approximately $10 per year and the cost to run an HSP in a bollard is approximately $20 per year. At build out the cost for running HSP lights in the bollards would be approximately $20,000 a year. The option and cost for the bollard lights that are similar to what Ivins currently has, is the Kim Bounce - $880 HPS/$960 LED. The Mayor and City Council determined a demonstration needs to be arranged before they make a decision.
Chuck Gillette indicated this is a standard survey and report that provides The State of Utah the information they're requesting and it needs to be adopted by Resolution.
MOTION: Council Member McDonald moved to approve Resolution No. 2014-02R
SECOND: Council Member Densley
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member McDonald |
AYE |
| Council Member Roberts |
AYE |
| Council Member Densley |
AYE |
| Council Member Mendenhall |
ABSENT |
Roll call vote. All Council Members that were present voted in favor. One Council Member was absent.
Dale Coulam provided budget information that lists budget needs for each department next fiscal year. A copy of the information is available by request through Ivins City Hall. Mayor Hart inquired about an entrance monument into Ivins. Dale Coulam stated that will be part of the Highway 91 improvements project. Council Member McDonald would like to see a plan to build a skate park in the budget. He is willing to work with individuals who would use the park and with the Parks and Recreation Director to design a skate park that would be used. Council Member Densley referred to the cemetery flag poles and indicated they are dire need of new ropes. He referred to the bus structures and inquired about those. Dale Coulam stated the City would like to initially start with a sign pole and bench. Dave Glenn spoke with St. George and SunTran and they recommended to put a couple in place and evaluate the use because the covered stops are expensive. Council Member Roberts referred to the Planning Commission members not receiving compensation. He would like to see them receive a per meeting stipend. Dale Coulam stated he would add those items to the lists for prioritization and reminded the City Council of the budget process and timeline. The City Council will finalize the prioritization of needs at the next City Council meeting and the tentative budgets will be presented at the City Council meeting on April 3, 2014.
Dale Coulam clarified this is a formality and puts what the Council adopted at the last City Council meeting into ordinance form.
MOTION: Council Member McDonald moved to approve Ordinance No. 2014-04
SECOND: Council Member Elwell
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member McDonald |
AYE |
| Council Member Roberts |
AYE |
| Council Member Densley |
AYE |
| Council Member Mendenhall |
ABSENT |
Roll call vote. All Council Members that were present voted in favor. One Council Member was absent.
Dale Coulam clarified this is a formality and puts what the Council adopted at the last City Council meeting into ordinance form.
MOTION: Council Member Elwell moved to approve Ordinance No. 2014-05
SECOND: Council Member McDonald
VOTE: The motion carried unanimously.
| Council Member Elwell |
AYE |
| Council Member McDonald |
AYE |
| Council Member Roberts |
AYE |
| Council Member Densley |
AYE |
| Council Member Mendenhall |
ABSENT |
Roll call vote. All Council Members that were present voted in favor. One Council Member was absent.
Council Member Densley reported that he and Council Member McDonald attended a meeting regarding the Lake Powell Pipeline. He was impressed with the information that was provided. Without the pipeline, Washington County will be out of water by the year 2020. He reported that SunTran will be going to California to start designing the Ivins City bus. Washington City is now negotiating with SunTran to get bus service.
Council Member Roberts - no report
Council Member McDonald reported he attended a solid waste board meeting. They appointed St. George Mayor Pike as a committee member to fill the place of the former Mayor of St. George, Mayor McArthur. St. George City's Mayor and City Council all sit on the solid waste board. Regarding the meeting he attended relating to the Lake Powell pipeline, in 2013 Utah was the second fastest growing state in the nation, up from 4th in 2012. There were discussions on how to fund the pipeline, with the majority feeling that 70 to 75% should come from new growth and then the residents would bare the rest. The projected rate increase is $4.00 per 1000 gallons.
Council Member Elwell - no report
Mayor Hart attended the Snow Canyon meeting and met with the new advisory committee. He feels like the whole Snow Canyon issue is on solid footing and the directives that are coming out of the county are consistent with opening opportunities for additional recreation without compromising the conditions of the HCP (Habitat Conservation Plan). He reported that there is a tentative formula for the CARE (Cultural Arts and Recreation Enhancement) tax. It still has to be voted in but the only way Ivins would benefit was if the formula reached was accepted by the City of St. George. The majority of the money is allocated based on population. There was universal agreement that Tuacahn is a major economic driver in the County and they should have a guaranteed percentage or amount that would allow them to secure a note for their expansion.
No report
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