HomeMy Public PortalAboutMIN-CC-2017-07-25MOAB CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 25, 2017
Regular Meeting & Attendance: The Moab City Council held its Regular Meeting on the above date in
the Council Chambers at the Moab City Center, located at 217 East Center Street, Moab, Utah. A
recording of the meeting is archived at http://www.utah.gov/pmn/index.html.
Pre -Council Workshop: Mayor David Sakrison called the Workshop to order at 6:30 PM. In attendance
were Councilmembers Rani Derasary, Heila Ershadi, Kyle Bailey and Kalen Jones. Councilmember
Knuteson-Boyd was absent. Also in attendance were City Manager David Everitt, City
Recorder/Assistant City Manager Rachel Stenta, City Attorney Chris McAnany, Assistant City Engineer
Mark Jolissaint, Police Chief Jim Winder, City Treasurer Jennie Ross, Planning Director Jeff Reinhart,
Planning Assistant Sommar Johnson, Recorder Assistant Eve Tallman, and Arts and Special Events
Manager Meg Stewart.
The Workshop began with City Manager Everitt informing the Council that there had been a request by
the County Council Administrator for more information regarding complaints the City had received
regarding the Rally on the Rocks (ROTR) All -Terrain Vehicle event. Everitt added that he could compile
those comments if Councilmembers would forward them; if not, he could respond that the information
included in the Mayor's letter was a composite of a number of verbal complaints from citizens that were
reflected back to City officials. Councilmember Derasary noted the letter from Neal Clark. City Manager
Everitt stated a call for feedback could be solicited from the public. Mayor Sakrison clarified that the
request from the County Council Administrator was based on the letter sent from the City to the
County's Special Events Committee stating the City's nonsupport for renewal of the permit for the ROTR
event. Councilmember Ershadi supported the solicitation of feedback, positive or negative.
Councilmember Jones stated there needs to be more public engagement. He added it would be
awkward to request more feedback so long after the fact, and stated his regret that people hadn't
commented more. Councilmember Bailey supported the call for more comments. It was agreed among
the Council to solicit more public feedback regarding renewal of the permit for the event.
The workshop continued with a review of agenda items, including Councilmember Derasary's request
for clarification that the City is not sanctioning the Humane Society's Barktoberfest and it is simply using
the Moab Arts and Recreation Center (MARC) during the same time as the MARC's art festival.
Councilmember Derasary also asked for clarification about a food truck vendor permit.
Mayor Sakrison mentioned the two bidders the Airport Board is considering for air service, including
Skywest with service to Denver and Boutique Air with service to Salt Lake City and Denver. The mayor
and Councilmembers Jones and Derasary supported the bid of Boutique due to the service offered to
Salt Lake City.
The discussion turned to the agenda item considering groundwater protection plans and how plans
approved in the past for the Lionsback development would be taken into account.
Mayor Sakrison announced an opportunity for the public to meet the new police chief, Jim Winder, on
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August 8 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers.
Mayor Sakrison also announced a $90,000 grant awarded to the City for planning.
Regular Meeting Called to Order: Mayor Sakrison called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at
6:56 PM and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Twenty-three members of the public and media were present.
Citizens to be Heard: Jeremy Day, Chairman of the Grand County Republican Party, requested the
Council to postpone hiring a new City Manager until the newly -elected City Council members and Mayor
take office. Mayor Sakrison explained the City's timeline and noted the candidates for Council and
Mayor would be invited to participate in the process and that the City is sensitive to the issue.
Presentation: Kaitlin Myers and Mary McGann presented an update and status report on the Grand
County Intergenerational Poverty Initiative (IGP). She touched on the plan and pointed out there is no
additional funding or staff to implement the plans set forth by the committee. She stated the need for a
coordinator for the Initiative. Goals of the Initiative involve parenting skills and access to quality,
affordable health care, including in -home care. Mayor Sakrison noted there may be additional funding
available and Kelly Thornton, an IGP committee member representing the Department of Workforce
Services, clarified from the audience that there is Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
funding available. Councilmember Jones asked about the expediency of house calls and Myers explained
the practicability of home nursing services and the relationship to early childhood development and
parenting skills. Mary McGann noted that caregivers are often unable to leave their homes due to
caretaking multiple family members. Mayor Sakrison asked what level of funding is desired. Sarah Shea,
another committee member representing Moab Regional Hospital, noted that an exact amount isn't yet
known. Mayor Sakrison asked about funding levels for a coordinator, and Myers stated it wasn't a full-
time job and the County is proposing a community development specialist. Councilmember Derasary
asked if there had been a discussion about living wages as part of the solution to Intergenerational
Poverty in Moab.
Police Chief Update: (:56 on recording)
Police Chief Winder gave an update on his first weeks on duty. He stated the police department had
made one new hire for an officer. He added current officers are working overtime. He discussed recent
activities, including a fire caused by lightning, and his appreciation for off -duty officers who responded
to the incidents, specifically Officer Velasquez. Highlights of his week included meeting with the new
school superintendent, J.T. Stroder, as well as meetings with residents and business owners adjacent to
the Millcreek Parkway west of Main Street. He indicated a program to educate landlords is needed. He
concluded by mentioning the current review of all police department policies and procedures.
Councilmember Ershadi asked if the police department has Naloxone kits. Chief Winder responded that
he would look into acquiring some; he stated that so far, he has concern about methamphetamine
abuse and has not seen incidences of opioid overdoses.
Special Events/Vendors/Beer Licenses:
Moab Regional Hospital Amplified Music Event —Approved
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Bailey moved to approve an Amplified Music Event at Old City Park
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on Saturday, July 29, 2017 for Moab Regional Hospital. Councilmember Derasary seconded the motion.
The motion carried 4-0 aye, with Councilmembers Bailey, Ershadi, Jones, and Derasary voting aye.
Barktoberfest Permits — Approved
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Jones moved to approve licenses and permits with conditions,
including a Special Event Class IV Beer License, and allowable fee waivers up to $200, for the Humane
Society of Moab Valley's Barktoberfest October 14, 2017 at the Moab Arts and Recreation Center
(MARC). Councilmember Bailey seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0 aye, with
Councilmembers Bailey, Ershadi, Jones, and Derasary voting aye.
Tacos Moab Vendor License — Approved (1:13 on recording)
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Derasary moved to approve a Private Property Vendor License with
conditions for Eduardo Rodriguez, doing business as Tacos Moab, Located at 83 South Main Street for a
term of July 25, 2017 to July 24, 2018. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion carried
4-0 aye, with Councilmembers Bailey, Ershadi, Jones, and Derasary voting aye.
Consent Agenda — Approved
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Bailey moved to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Jones
seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Bailey, Jones, Ershadi, and Derasary
voting aye. The following item was approved: Confirmation of Mayoral Appointment of Mike Duncan to
the Moab Water Conservation and Drought Management Advisory Board for a Two -Year Term Ending
December 31, 2018. Councilmember Bailey noted Mike Duncan was recommended by the Water
Conservation and Drought Management Advisory Board.
Old Business:
Zoning for Self -Storage Warehouses — Approved (1:15 on recording)
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Jones moved to approve Proposed Ordinance #2017-21 — An
Ordinance Amending Moab Municipal Code Chapters 17.36.020, 1-1, Industrial Zone; 17.27.020 C-4,
General Commercial Zone; And 17.09.531(14), to Remove the Use of Self -Storage Warehouses.
Councilmember Derasary seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Bailey,
Jones, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye.
Authorization of a Hearing Officer — Approved
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Jones moved to approve Proposed Ordinance #2017-23 — An
Ordinance to Amend Chapter 17.72 of the Moab Municipal Code to Authorize a Hearing Officer to
Decide Land Use Code Appeals and Modifying Various Appeal Procedures. Councilmember Bailey
seconded the motion. Councilmembers asked questions about the position requirements and functional
details and City Attorney McAnany responded. He explained a law degree wasn't required but legal
knowledge and familiarity with City code was essential. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers
Bailey, Jones, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye.
Wastewater Service Rates — Approved (1:26 on recording)
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Derasary moved to approve Proposed Resolution #48-2017 — A
Resolution Establishing Wastewater Service Rates. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The
motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Bailey, Jones, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye.
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Water System Design Criteria — Tabled
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Jones moved to table Proposed Resolution #46-2017 — A Resolution
Adopting the Water System Design Criteria Manual, Wastewater System Design Criteria Manual and
APWA Manual of Standard Specifications (Utah Chapter). Councilmember Bailey seconded the motion to
table. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Bailey, Jones, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye.
Administrative Reports:
City Manager Everitt mentioned the recent fires and flooding and the responsiveness of the City staff.
He referred to the report Councilmembers had received from Zacharia Levine, the County's Community
Development Director.
City Recorder/Assistant City Manager Stenta reported that ballots for the mayoral primary election were
mailed. She confirmed that approximately 2,500 ballots were sent to registered voters in Moab.
Mayor and Council Reports:
Mayor Sakrison noted he was asked by Utah Clean Energy to sign on with Rocky Mountain Power and
Utah Clean Energy for solar opportunities. The Mayor cited his reluctance to sign on before examining
the fine print and without the will of the Council. Councilmember Jones said it sounds promising.
Mayor Sakrison next asked about the recycling center. Councilmember Jones stated he attended a board
meeting and requested a tour of the facility. He stated there would be an effort for more active clean-
up, and perhaps engaging volunteers to assist with the cleanup of the facility.
Councilmember Ershadi mentioned she has received complaints from residents of Marcus Court
regarding noise from the adjacent motel parking lot. She noted the residents had been voicing their
concerns for a couple of years without results.
Councilmember Derasary reported she had attended a meeting of the land trust, as well as the Uranium
Mill Tailings Remediation Act (UMTRA) project. She also toured the site of the proposed senior housing
near the Grand Center.
Councilmember Jones reported he had attended a school board workshop on bullying facilitated by
Molly McLish. He also noted the school board is planning to engage in strategic planning. He also
attended a meeting of the Moab Area Watershed Partnership and reported that group would appreciate
the City's engagement.
Approval of Bills Against the City of Moab: Councilmember Derasary moved to pay the bills against the
City of Moab in the amount of $771,690.29. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion
carried 4-0 aye, with Councilmembers Bailey, Ershadi, Jones and Derasary voting aye.
Mayor Sakrison noted the Wounded Warriors would visit Moab on Sunday and would meet at 2:00 PM
at Lions Park.
Councilmember Jones raised the topic of potential comments for County Council regarding the Transient
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Room Tax. He asked if there was interest on the part of the City to consider the topic or if it should be
left to the County. Mayor Sakrison noted it will be a difficult conversation. City Manager Everitt
discussed whether the proposed legislative changes would get traction. Mayor Sakrison noted St.
George and Washington County may be on board for changes. It was expressed that it was unlikely to be
discussed in the upcoming legislative session.
Adjournment: Councilmember Jones moved to adjourn the meeting. Councilmember Ershadi seconded
the motion. Mayor Sakrison adjourned the meeting at 8:13 PM.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
David L. Sakrison, Mayor Rachel E. Stenta, City Recorder
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