HomeMy Public PortalAboutMIN-CC-2006-02-28MOAB CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
February 28, 2006
The Moab City Council held their Regular Meeting on the above date in
the Council Chambers of Moab City Offices, located at 217 East Center
Street, Moab, Utah. Mayor Sakrison called the Pre -Council Workshop
to order at 6:00 PM to discuss planning items.
Mayor Sakrison called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 7:00
PM and Councilmember Kyle Bailey led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Also in attendance were Councilmembers Gregg Stucki, Rob Sweeten,
Keith Brewer and Jeffrey Davis; City Manager Donna Metzler, City
Recorder/Assistant City Manager Rachel Ellison, Planning and
Community Development Director David Olsen, City Engineer Dan
Stenta, Public Works Director Brent Williams, City Treasurer Jennie
Ross, Zoning Administrator Sommar Johnson, City Attorney Chris
McAnany and Police Chief Mike Navarre. Sixty (60) members of the
audience and media were present.
There were no minutes to approve.
Under Citizens to be Heard, Joe Kingsley displayed the proposed coin
for the Grand County Higher Education Committee fundraiser.
Timmy Sheets stated that the community needs affordable housing for
the next generation.
Under Planning Department Update, Planning and Community
Development Director Olsen stated that City Planner Robert Hugie had
resigned and that had been an asset to the City and would be missed.
Under Public Works Department Update, Public Works Director
Williams stated that the current section of the Main Street Rebuild was
done and that the project would start up again in May 2006.
A Police Department Update was not given.
Mayor Sakrison presented Shalece Guerrero with the Mayor's Student
Citizenship of the Month Award for Helen M. Knight Intermediate
School for February 2006.
Councilmember Sweeten moved to move the agenda to the Consent
Agenda. Councilmember Brewer seconded the motion. The motion
carried 5-0 aye.
Councilmember Sweeten moved to approve the Consent Agenda as
follows: 1) Approval of a Moved -on Structure Permit for City Market
#410 to Conduct a Garden Center located at 425 South Main Street; 2)
Request for Approval of a Special Business Event License for the
Canyonlands Half Marathon to Conduct a Half Marathon Race on March
18, 2006; 3) Request by David Benjes, DCB Extreme Adventures, for
Approval of an Amplified Music Event at Old City Park on August 26,
2006; 4) Approval of a Temporary Class III Beer License for Mark
Stuenkel, d.b.a. Canyonlands Campground LLC to operate a
Convenience Store Located at 555 South Main Street. Councilmember
Davis seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye.
Councilmember Davis moved to approve Proposed Resolution # 04-
2006 — A Resolution Establishing Rates for Solid Waste Collection as
February 28, 2006 Page 1 of 6
REGULAR MEETING &
ATTENDANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
PLANNING UPDATE
PUBLIC WORKS UPDATE
POLICE UPDATE
STUDENT OF THE MONTH
PRESENTATION
CONSENT AGENDA, APPROVED
PROPOSED RESOLUTION #04-
2006, APPROVED
outlined in Option Two presented by the Contractor. Councilmember
Stucki seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 by a roll -call -vote.
Councilmember Bailey moved to table Proposed Ordinance #2006-03 -
An Ordinance Amending Title 17.24, the C-3 Commercial Zone, to
Allow Ground Floor, Multi -Residential, Owner or Renter Occupied
Dwelling Units of up to Eight (8) Per Acre with a Potential Bonus of
Ten (10) Additional Dwelling Units Where 15% of the Bonus Units are
Designated as Low to Moderate Income Housing and where the
Developer May Construct Said Units on or Off -Site, or Contribute to the
City Affordable Housing Fund the Cost to Construct Said 15% of the
Affordable Housing Bonus Requirement. Councilmember Sweeten
seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye.
Councilmember Sweeten moved to approve Proposed Ordinance #2006-
02 — An Ordinance Amending the Moab City land Use Code, Planned
Unit Development, Section 17.66.050 to Allow All Weather, Non -
Paved Driveways and Parking Areas, Approved by the Public Works
Director, that Service Planned Unit Developments with 3 or Less
Dwellings Units Per Acre. Councilmember Stucki seconded the motion.
The motion carried 5-0 aye.
Councilmember Sweeten moved to table Proposed Resolution #01-2006
- A Resolution to Amend the 2002 Moab City General Plan, Proposed
Roads Map 3. Councilmember Brewer seconded the motion. The
motion carried 5-0 aye.
Councilmember Sweeten moved to approve a Request by Dexter Morse
for Modification of Property or Subdivision Lot Lines for Properties
located at 132 East Center Street. Councilmember Davis seconded the
motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye.
Councilmember Stucki moved to approve Change Order #1 for the
Swimming Pool Replaster Project in the amount of $3,900.
Councilmember Bailey seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 by
a roll -call -vote.
Councilmember Davis moved to approve Proposed Ordinance #2006-05
- An Ordinance Amending the City of Moab Official Zone Map
(McDonald Rezone located at 488 North Main Street). Councilmember
Bailey seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye.
Mayor Sakrison opened a public hearing on Proposed Resolution #03-
2006 — A Resolution Amending the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Budget and
Proposed Ordinance #2006-04 - An Ordinance Amending the City of
Moab Official Zone Map (Pipkin Rezone located north and west of
Mountain View Subdivision) and Questions Concerning the Health,
Safety and Welfare of the Proposed Allen and Sunrise Hills Subdivisions
at 7:30 PM.
City Manager Metzler gave an overview of the proposed budget
amendment for fiscal year 2005-2006.
Janie Tuft stated that she is an adjacent property owner to the proposed
subdivision and will have a storm drain on her property. Ms. Tuft stated
that she is in favor of the requested rezone and feels that R-2 will be
more compatible with the neighborhood than I-1.
Bruce Hucko read a letter to the Council outlining his concerns, one of
which was the poor notification process for the Planning Commission.
February 28, 2006 Page 2 of 6
PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2006-
03, TABLED
PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2006-
02, APPROVED
PROPOSED RESOLUTION #01-
2006, TABLED
REQUEST BY DEXTER MORSE
FOR MODIFICATION OF
PROPERTY OR SUBDIVISION
LOT LINES, APPROVED
CHANGE ORDER #1 FOR THE
SWIMMING POOL REPLASTER
PROJECT, APPROVED
PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2006-
05, APPROVED
PUBLIC HEARING OPENED
STAFF COMMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Hucko feels that the
City acted positively by
changing the notification policy. Mr. Hucko then stated that the
neighbors had held meetings and Williams Pipeline Safety and
Engineering had attended those meetings to outline the rules regarding
pipeline safety. Mr. Hucko stated that there was concern regarding the
road passage at Huntridge and urged the City to abide by the Department
of Transportation regulations. Mr. Hucko stated that the developer had
not yet submitted safety plans to Williams Pipeline and that the City
should not move forward until the developers are in compliance. Mr.
Hucko also stated that allowing the block length variance would set a
dangerous precedent and urged the Council to proceed with caution.
Karena Gholson stated that she support the proposed zone change for
affordable housing. Ms. Gholson stated that an environmental
assessment study would be received but that further documentation
would be needed. Ms. Gholson then stated that the proposed zone
change was needed for the project to continue and that there was a
shortage of land within city limits.
Dwight Johnston stated that the Pipkin is down zoning and is for
affordable housing. Mr. Johnston stated that he represents the Allen
Subdivision and that there is a need for affordable housing in Moab. Mr.
Johnston stated that the lots are large and there will be covenants and
restrictions. Mr. Johnston then stated that the subdivisions will raise
home values for surrounding areas and improve storm drainage. Mr.
Johnston stated that he had attended the community meetings and found
them to be enjoyable and that a traffic study had been conducted. Mr.
Johnston continued that none of the power line studies had concluded a
health risk and that the project should last only three months. Mr.
Johnston stated that developers would have to work with Williams
Energy to follow the safety procedures and that these subdivisions are
the logical phase IV of the existing subdivisions. Mr. Johnston stated
that he lives there and that it is his neighborhood also.
Kara Dohrenwend stated that this subdivision was the first SB 60 public
hearing before the Planning Commission and that there had been some
confusion. Planning Commission Member Dohrenwend stated that the
lots with the pipeline easement through them would be of a substandard
Size due to the restrictions of the easements. Planning Commission
Member Dohrenwend stated that she voted against the longer lot lengths
since they would be twice as long as existing block lengths.
Peggy Nissen stated that she felt the developers had the right to develop
private property even though it was a utility corridor. Ms. Nissen stated
that she is concerned about a road coming up Birch Avenue. Ms. Nissen
agreed that it will raise property value but she feels it will devalue her
property. Ms. Nissen stated that she loves her neighborhood and urged
the Council to consider all issues, including the pipeline and traffic
issues.
Bette Stanton stated that she is pro -development and is for the rights of
private property owners but she urged the Council to be cautious with
this project. Ms. Stanton stated that she thinks there are good intentions
and that she watched the original pipeline construction and that there
were a lot of boulders, which could be costly for this development. Ms.
Stanton stated that she had submitted a letter and requested that the
Council please walk or drive the area proposed for construction. Ms.
Stanton stated that she feels it is very powerful under the power lines and
that she can't imagine living directly under them. Ms. Stanton
concluded that the developers should prepare for extra costs.
February 28, 2006 Page 3 of 6
PUBLIC COMMENT
(CONTINUED)
Jay Sanders stated that he lives at the end of Aspen Avenue and that he
hates to see industrial property change. Mr. Sanders stated that Moab
needs more jobs and that costs shouldn't be a consideration when it
comes to safety. Mr. Sanders inquired if the City would be responsible
for the maintenance of the berm and stated that he would like to see a
bond in place from the developer.
Ken Galyean stated that he had submitted a letter regarding the block
length exception and stated that the exception would be 120% increase
for block length which would effectively invalidate the regulation. Mr.
Galyean requested that the City adhere to and enforce the laws. Mr.
Galyean stated that there was a push to build more housing, but that it
shouldn't be the priority.
Craig Anderson stated that he lives on Mountain View Drive and that the
Council's responsibility was to be informed and make decisions for the
citizens. Mr. Anderson stated that the Planning Commission was in
disarray and that if the issues were not addressed they would cost the
community. Mr. Anderson stated that development always involves
block length and the continuation of streets. Mr. Anderson then stated
that longer block lengths increases speeding and that all streets should
connect. Mr. Anderson stated that the neighbors are concerned about
flooding and that he is opposed to the zone change and would prefer that
a variance be given instead.
Paul Henderson stated that he owns two homes in Mountain View and
that he purchased his home in 1997. Mr. Henderson stated that in 1999
his basement flooded with sewage and that it was not the first time. Mr.
Henderson stated that he was told that it was a known problem area due
to the basements and that the City has tried to keep the sewer lines open.
Sue Phillips stated that she lives on the west side of Mountain View
Drive, that there is a lot of dust from the ATVs in the utility corridor and
that she thinks the subdivisions will make the area more attractive to
ATVs and increase the dust. Ms. Phillips stated that it is noisy, smelly,
and dusty and she asked the Council to keep the ATV problem in mind.
Dan Phillips stated that he lives on Aspen Avenue and is concerned
about the traffic. Mr. Phillips stated that he would like to see the traffic
disbursed and feels that safety is an issue. Mr. Phillips stated that speed
signage and bumps would be helpful and that he feels that his property
value will be lowered. Mr. Phillips stated that the City should take care
of existing residents, not future and that the pipeline safety needs to be
followed.
Gladys Gary stated that she is a senior citizen and had lived there for 38
years. Ms. Gary stated that she never thought that that area would be
developed and she sees the property values going down. Ms. Gary asked
the Council to please address the issues.
Stacie Sheets submitted a written comment stating that she thinks that
the Sunrise Hills subdivision is a good idea and that more affordable
housing is needed.
Dorothy Mizener submitted a written comment stating that she objects to
the proposed rezone and that the City should stick to present rules
pertaining to subdivisions.
February 28, 2006 Page 4 of 6
PUBLIC COMMENT
(CONTINUED)
Carolyn McCurdy submitted a written comment stating that she has
concerns of safety, traffic and storm drainage in the proposed
subdivision.
Leslye Gramlich submitted a written comment stating that the
subdivision appeared to be unsafe, would disturb the peace and that the
City shouldn't change policy to benefit a few.
Melodie Mele submitted a written comment stating that she wasn't sure
if she was opposed to the subdivision if research was done and all rules
were followed. Ms. Mele stated that housing needed to be kept
affordable through out the generations and that people should not be able
to build houses with government aid and then sell it for a high profit.
A letter was submitted on behalf of Lenore Beeson. Ms. Beeson stated
that she encouraged the City to enforce their own codes and that she
thought the requested exception was inappropriate. Ms. Beeson also
stated that rock slides were a concern and inquired who would pay for
the maintenance of the required berms. Ms. Beeson then stated that the
drainage was a concern and that if the issues were not resolved the
subdivision could compromise the health and safety of current residents
and future homeowners.
Mayor Sakrison closed the public hearing at 8:26 PM and recessed the
meeting for a five minute break.
Mayor Sakrison reconvened the meeting at 8:37 PM.
Under Reading of Correspondence, Mayor Sakrison stated that Senator
Hatch's Staff would be in Moab and that there would be an Air Quality
Board Meeting.
Under Administrative Reports, City Manager Metzler stated that the
budget process was underway and that there would be a balanced budget
by April 1, 2006 presented to Council. City Manager Metzler stated that
the Animal Shelter was proceeding and that staff had been working on
several pre -annexation agreements as well as the sewer agreement. City
Manager Metzler stated that staff was also trying to improve the
Planning Commission and City Council Agendas.
Councilmember Sweeten stated that he would like a compiled list of
public hearing issues, specifically the block length issue.
Councilmember Bailey stated that he had questions regarding the
suitability of the geology appropriateness of the proposed site.
Under Goal Update, Mayor Sakrison stated that he had seen a brochure
for the University of Utah resource campus at Entrada Ranch which
would be 400 acres and a multi -disciplinary campus and that funding
was being secured.
Councilmember Sweeten stated that the Higher Education Committee
was improving the base camp capability for Natural Resources and that
the coin would be coming soon.
Councilmember Bailey stated that the Canyonlands Health Care Special
Service District was pursing a planner for the extended care and assisted
living facility planning.
February 28, 2006 Page 5 of 6
PUBLIC COMMENT
(CONTINUED)
PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED
READING OF
CORRESPONDENCE
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
GOAL UPDATE
Under Report on City/County Cooperation, Mayor Sakrison stated that
there would be a luncheon with the Grand County Council at the Grand
Center on Friday, March 10, 2006 at 12:00 PM.
Under Mayor and Council Reports, Mayor Sakrison stated that the state
was proposing 2% off of sales tax and would give $140 million back to
the citizens of Utah.
Councilmember Bailey thanked the Mayor for traveling to the legislature
every week.
Councilmember Sweeten stated that he was very impressed with the
recreation soccer camp.
Councilmember Bailey distributed an article on local preparedness for
the Avian Flu and urged the community and council to attend a meeting
with Mike Leavitt.
Councilmember Stucki moved to pay the bills against the City of Moab
in the amount of $384,717.03. Councilmember Sweeten seconded the
motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye by a roll -call -vote.
Councilmember Sweeten moved to enter an Executive Session for the
purpose of a discussion regarding the lease, purchase or exchange of real
property. Councilmember Stucki seconded the motion. The motion
carried 5-0 aye.
An Executive Session was entered at 9:07 PM.
Councilmember Bailey moved to close the Executive Session.
Councilmember Sweeten seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0
aye.
Mayor Sakrison closed the Executive Session at 9:38 PM.
Councilmember Davis moved for adjournment. Councilmember Brewer
seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye.
Mayor Sakrison adjourned the Regular Council Meeting at 9:38 PM.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
David L. Sakrison Rachel Ellison
Mayor City Recorder
February 28, 2006 Page 6 of 6
REPORT ON CITY/COUNTY
COOPERATION
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
REPORTS
APPROVAL OF BILLS
MOTION TO ENTER EXECUTIVE
SESSION, APPROVED
EXECUTIVE SESSION ENTERED
MOTION TO CLOSE EXECUTIVE
SESSION, APPROVED
EXECUTIVE SESSION CLOSED
MOTION TO ADJOURN
ADJOURNMENT