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HomeMy Public PortalAboutMIN-CC-2018-06-26MOAB CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING JUNE 26, 2018 Regular Meeting: 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. In attendance were Mayor Emily Niehaus, Councilmembers Kalen Jones, Rani Derasary, Mike Duncan, Tawny Knuteson-Boyd and Karen Guzman - Newton. Also in attendance were City Manager David Everitt, City Recorder/Assistant City Manager Rachel Stenta, Sustainability Director Rosemarie Russo, Police Chief Jim Winder and Communications Director Lisa Church. Pre -Council Workshop: Mayor Niehaus called the workshop to order at 6:00 PM. The workshop began with a training on the Utah Open and Public Meetings Act conducted by David Church, Utah League of Cities and Towns General Counsel. The workshop also included a Community Energy Briefing by Rocky Mountain Power (RMP). Debra Dull, RMP's Regional Business Manager, reviewed the history of successful partnerships between the City and RMP, including Moab's status as the first Blue Sky community and former Mayor Sakrison's Legacy Award. She mentioned the long-standing RMP sponsorship of the Moab Music Festival and the effort to convert subscribers to paperless billing and touched on the WattSmart program. She mentioned that 20 local businesses are enrolled in the Subscriber Solar program and highlighted the many grants RMP has awarded to local solar infrastructure projects including for the Moab Arts and Recreation Center, the Moab Recreation and Aquatic Center, City Center, KZMU, the public library, the animal shelter, and a biomass project at the high school. She listed several local organizations that have received funding. She went on to outline upcoming projects including work with Sustainability Director Russo on electric vehicle charging stations and Dark Sky tariffs. She concluded with presentation of a Blue Sky Legacy Award for the City. Russo briefly described the success of the Green To Gold business program. Regular Meeting Called to Order & Attendance: Mayor Niehaus called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 PM and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Four members of the public and media were present. Approval of Minutes: Councilmember Derasary moved to approve the minutes of the June 12 and 19, 2018 meetings with corrections. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0 aye with Councilmembers Jones, Derasary, Knuteson-Boyd, Guzman -Newton and Duncan voting aye. Mayor and Council Reports: Mayor Niehaus reported on the aftermath of the June 10 fire and thanked the first responders. She recommended extending the Conditional Use Permit revision deadline for another week; Council assented. The mayor also reported on a recent Utah State University —Moab (USU) fundraising meeting. She briefly reviewed the recent Joint City Council -County Council meeting. She announced a vacancy on the Planning Commission. A recent meeting with David Church regarding annexation was mentioned as well as a meeting with RMP. Councilmember Derasary mentioned her attendance at the post -fire meeting and her appreciation for Page 1 of 4 June 26, 2018 the Lieutenant Governor for his visit. She reported on a meeting of the site futures committee of the Uranium Mill Tailings Remedial Action (UMTRA) project. She noted County Council Chair Mary McGann's efforts to encourage Representative John Curtis and others to propose increased funding for the UMTRA project. She mentioned cooperation with the UMTRA site for fire victims to deliver radioactive materials for disposal. Councilmember Derasary went on to commend Grand County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for receipt of the 2017 Utah Call of the Year Award for a BASE jumper incident. She asked for staff updates on various topics including work Dr. Russo is doing with the Chamber of Commerce and the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) bypass study and City Manager Everitt responded with updates on the Assured Housing Policy and clarified that the chlorine wastewater from the city pool is processed by the Wastewater Treatment Facility. Councilmember Duncan reported on a grant application for professional assistance from the National Park Service to plan the future of the Powerhouse area that is being prepared by Kara Dohrenwend. He also mentioned the dearth of irrigation water in view of the drought and mentioned conservation efforts. He mentioned a recent tour of the library's eight pocket libraries located around town. He encouraged a softball game between the councils of Moab City, Grand County and San Juan County. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd reported she attended the fire site visit with the Lieutenant Governor and other follow-up meetings. Councilmember Guzman -Newton described a transit authority meeting she attended and the joint city and county council meeting. She reported on a recent school board meeting and noted there will be plans of the new middle school available for public review. She mentioned several open positions at the high school and the high enrollment in the special needs preschool. Councilmember Jones reported on a recent meeting of the solid waste district and noted the offer of free disposal of fire debris. He noted a small amount of asbestos was found and disposed of. Jones described some of the recent changes to the recycling program. He encouraged shoppers to buy products in easily -recyclable packaging. He noted meetings he had attended regarding Dark Skies which considered the proposed ordinances. He also cited his work on setbacks as they affect solar access. Councilmember Guzman -Newton asked Councilmember Duncan about the state of water supply. Administrative Report: Mayor Niehaus recognized the work of Tif Miller, departing Parks, Recreation and Trails Director. Police Chief Winder made a brief presentation. He mentioned the work of Four Corners Community Behavioral Health and the hospital with their work with the homeless. He also touched on the police department's work with the school district regarding active shooter training. He gave a brief staffing update. He read a letter from the police chief in St. George regarding exemplary efforts during a recent incident and also presented recent changes and improvements in the police department including a new logo. City Manager Everitt concluded the administrative report with an update on Title 5 revisions. He also mentioned a draft communications policy for upcoming Council review. Everitt mentioned his attendance at a UDOT Transportation Commission meeting in Spanish Fork and noted the Commission would be meeting in Moab in November. He briefly mentioned a request by the State and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (SITLA) for a funding arrangement for the USU Mill Creek West project. Page 2 of 4 June 26, 2018 Next, Karson Eilers, Legislative and Research Analyst for the Utah League of Cities and Towns gave a legislative update covering the recent session of the Utah Legislature. (1:45 on recording) BEACON After -School Program —Presentation (2:01 on recording) Edith Sage made a presentation on the BEACON After -School Program. Special Events/Vendors/Beer Licenses: Haycock Amplified Music —Approved Motion and Vote: Councilmember Guzman -Newton moved to approve a Request by Stephanie Haycock for an Amplified Music Event at Old City Park on September 8, 2018 for the Chacon Family Reunion. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye, with Councilmembers Derasary, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Duncan and Guzman -Newton voting aye. Old Business: (2:13 on recording) Pay Plan Schedule —Approved Motion and Vote: Councilmember Duncan moved to approve Proposed Ordinance #2018-11— An Ordinance Adopting the City of Moab Pay Plan Schedule and Adopting the Exempt and Elected Officials Salaries for Fiscal Year 2018-2019. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye, with Councilmembers Derasary, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Duncan and Guzman -Newton voting aye. New Business: Water Board Appointment —Approved Motion and Vote: Councilmember Jones moved to confirm the Mayoral Appointment of John Gould to the Moab City Water Conservation and Drought Management Advisory Board for a renewable term to expire December 31, 2020. Councilmember Duncan seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye, with Councilmembers Derasary, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Duncan and Guzman -Newton voting aye. Utah Geologic Hazards —Presentation (2:16 on recording) City Engineer Williams introduced Ben Erickson and Steve Bowman from the Utah Geological Survey (UGS) to report on the UGS study of Moab's Geologic Hazards. Status of City Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Funding Scenarios —Presentation Discussion: City Engineer Williams briefed the Council on the status of infrastructure projects and funding options. He touched on bike lanes, sidewalks, parking, signage, and more. The culinary water system was mentioned along with the stormwater and sewer systems. He touched on the City's buildings and parks and then presented funding scenarios for improvements and maintenance. Councilmember Duncan asked about the bonding mechanism for funding infrastructure projects. Councilmember Derasary asked about locations in the City with inadequate water pressure. Sales Tax Revenue Bonds Public Hearing —Approved Motion and Vote: Councilmember Guzman -Newton moved approve Proposed Resolution #29-2018 — A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moab, Utah (The "Issuer"), Adopting Parameters and Designation Resolution for the CIB Loan for the Mill Creek Road West Development to the future USU Campus Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Not More Than $800,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2018 and setting a Public Hearing date of July 25, 2018. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye, with Councilmembers Derasary, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Duncan and Guzman -Newton voting aye. Page 3 of 4 June 26, 2018 Approval of Bills Against the City of Moab: Councilmember Guzman -Newton moved to pay the bills against the City of Moab in the amount of $456,639.47. Councilmember Duncan seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye, with Councilmembers Derasary, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Duncan and Guzman -Newton voting aye. Executive Closed Session: Motions and Votes: At 9:08 PM, Councilmember Jones moved to enter an Executive Closed Session for a Strategy Session to Discuss Pending or Reasonably Imminent Litigation and to Discuss the Character, Professional Competence, or Physical or Mental Health of an Individual. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0 aye with Councilmembers Jones, Derasary, Knuteson- Boyd, Guzman -Newton and Duncan voting aye. At 9:37 PM, Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd moved to close the Executive Closed Session. Councilmember Derasary seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0 aye with Councilmembers Jones, Derasary, Knuteson-Boyd, Guzman -Newton and Duncan voting aye. Adjournment: Councilmember Jones moved to adjourn the meeting. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye, with Councilmembers Derasary, Jones, Knuteson- Boyd, Duncan and Guzman -Newton voting aye. Mayor Niehaus adjourned the meeting at 9:37 PM. APPROVED: ATTEST: Emily S. Niehaus, Mayor Rachel E. Stenta, City Recorder Page 4 of 4 June 26, 2018