HomeMy Public PortalAboutMIN-CC-2017-04-11MOAB CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 11, 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 5:00 PM. In attendance
were Councilmembers Rani Derasary, Heila Ershadi, Tawny Knuteson-Boyd, Kyle Bailey and Kalen Jones.
Also in attendance were City Manager David Everitt, City Recorder/Assistant City Manager Rachel
Stenta, City Attorney Chris McAnany, Public Works Director Pat Dean, City Treasurer Jennie Ross,
Community Services Director Amy Weiser, Planning Director Jeff Reinhart, Planning Assistant Sommar
Johnson, Assistant City Engineer Mark Jolissaint, and Parks, Recreation, and Trails Director Tif Miller.
Also in attendance were Planning Commission members Wayne Hoskisson, Jeanette Kopell, Allison
Brown, and Laura Uhle.
The Workshop consisted of an overview of city planning and land use regulation topics with Wilf
Summerkorn, Director of Regional Planning and Transportation for Salt Lake County. He discussed the
Land Use Development and Management Act (LUDMA). He outlined the planning functions of
municipalities and other local governments, including the roles of each jurisdiction's governing body,
planning commission, land use authority, and appeal authority. He continued with a description of the
three roles involved with the planning process: legislative, administrative, and quasi-judicial. Mayor
Sakrison asked about Conditional Use Permits (CUPs) and Summerkorn described how the state code
was revised regarding CUPs, in favor of entitling developers if they substantially mitigate impacts.
Summerkorn fielded questions from planning commission members about CUPs and he recommended
removing CUPs from the planning ordinance, and encouraged a well -developed general plan and
specificity of code.
Summerkorn then moved to a discussion of the General Plan. He outlined required elements, including
land use, transportation, and moderate -income housing. He also outlined optional elements of the plan,
including environmental, public services and facilities, community rehabilitation and redevelopment,
and more. Discussion ensued about the process of revising and amending the general plan. He indicated
there are some good examples of plans he can recommend as models. He discussed the pitfalls of
identifying specific properties and their prospective uses in a general plan rather than areas or
neighborhoods as having preferred uses.
After the presentation, City Manager Everitt updated the Council on the ongoing hiring search for Police
Chief.
Mayor Sakrison stated that he and City Recorder/Assistant City Manager Stenta had attended the bond
closing that morning in Richfield, Utah for the Wastewater Reclamation Facility, for a total amount of
$14.2 million and with an expected completion date of October, 2018.
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Regular Meeting Called to Order: Mayor Sakrison called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at
6:55 PM and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Twelve members of the public and media were present.
Approval of Minutes: Councilmember Derasary moved to approve the minutes of the March 14 and 28
meetings, with minor changes. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0 aye,
with Councilmembers Bailey, Ershadi, Jones, Derasary and Knuteson-Boyd voting aye.
Councilmember Jones moved to approve the minutes of the March 31, 2017 meeting. Councilmember
Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. Councilmember Derasary did not vote because she did not attend
the meeting. The motion carried 4-0 aye, with Councilmembers Bailey, Ershadi, Jones, and Knuteson-
Boyd voting aye.
Citizens to be Heard: There were no Citizens to be heard.
Presentation: General Plan
Members of the Planning Commission presented the updated General Plan. Chairperson Laura Uhle led
the presentation with additional commentary by Planning Director Jeff Reinhart. Topics discussed
included an outline of chapters, process, and public input opportunities, and compared the elements of
the mission from 2002 and 2017. Uhle suggested that the plan should be updated annually due to the
dynamic nature of the community. The schedule of review and public input was highlighted.
Public Hearing: Annexation of 435 Riversands Road
Mayor Sakrison opened a hearing at 7:32 PM for Public Input on Proposed Ordinance #2017-05 — An
Ordinance of the Governing Body of Moab Annexing Property Located at 435 Riversands Road to the
City of Moab. City Planner Reinhart provided a brief overview. Councilmember Jones asked if this
annexation created an island and the reply was affirmative —it creates a "peninsula" for the City and an
island for a County parcel. The Mayor left the hearing open until 8:56 PM. There were no public
comments.
Special Events/Vendors/Beer Licenses:
Moab Arts Festival — Approved
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Bailey moved to approve licenses and permits for the Moab Arts
Festival — May 27 and 28, 2017, including Approval of a Special Business Event License, Special Use of
Swanny City Park, Park Alcohol Permit, Class IV Special Event Beer License, and Granting of Local
Consent for a Single Event Permit. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion
carried 5-0 aye, with Councilmembers Bailey, Ershadi, Jones, Derasary and Knuteson-Boyd voting aye.
Moab Diner Outdoor Display - Approved
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Derasary moved to approve a Private Property Vendor License for
Geoff Thomas, doing business as Moab Diner, located at 189 South Main Street, to Conduct an outdoor
display on April 12 — 13, 2017. Councilmember Ershadi seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-0
aye, with Councilmembers Bailey, Ershadi, Jones, Derasary and Knuteson-Boyd voting aye.
Spitfire Smokehouse —Approved
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Derasary moved to approve a Private Property Vendor License with
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conditions for Marlene and Craig Saleeby, doing business as Spitfire Smokehouse, Located at 56 West
100 South for a term of April 12 to November 30, 2017. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The
motion passed 5-0 with Councilmembers Bailey, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi, and Derasary voting
aye.
Moab Nuts & Corn —Approved
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Jones moved to approve a Private Property Vendor License for Susie
Johnston, doing business as Moab Nuts & Corn, Located at 331 North Main Street for a term of April 12
to October 1, 2017. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0 with
Councilmembers Bailey, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi, and Derasary voting aye.
Consent Agenda:
Hyatt Place Improvements Agreement - Tabled
City Planner Reinhart requested tabling of the Consideration to Adopt Resolution #25-2017, Approving
an Improvements Agreement with the Kayenta Group LLC for the Hyatt Place Project on Property
Located in the C-4 General Commercial Zone at 890 North Main Street. Councilmember Bailey made a
motion to table consideration of the Resolution. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion.
Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd recused herself from voting due to a potential conflict of interest. The
motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Bailey, Jones, Ershadi, and Derasary voting aye.
Old Business:
Special Events Code Amendment — Approved
Third Reading: The Council held the Third Reading of Proposed Ordinance 2017-17 — An Ordinance
Amending Chapter 5.09 of the Moab Municipal Code Pertaining to the Regulation of Special Events.
Discussion: Councilmember Derasary asked for clarification of the fee levels. Councilmember Jones
mentioned he had sent minor corrections to City Manager Everitt. Discussion ensued regarding the
desire for mandatory debriefs as a condition for event license renewals, and the impact of event parking
on everyday commerce.
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Ershadi moved to approve Proposed Ordinance 2017-17 — An
Ordinance Amending Chapter 5.09 of the Moab Municipal Code Pertaining to the Regulation of Special
Events, with changes. Councilmember Bailey seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0 with
Councilmembers Bailey, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi, and Derasary voting aye.
New Business:
UTV Speed Limit — Discussion
Community Services Director Amy Weiser and Interim Police Chief Steve Ross presented an overview of
work they had completed regarding a Proposed Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) Speed Limit Ordinance. Weiser
stated that staff took an informal sound survey, testing sound levels of a UTV at various speeds. She
pointed out that the main difference in decibel levels occurred between 20 and 25 miles per hour
(MPH). She also noted that the difference in sound levels between 15 and 20 MPH was negligible. Sound
levels allowed by code were discussed.
Weiser went on to recommend outreach, education, informational kiosks, and signage aimed at
reducing UTV noise. It was pointed out that no particular vehicle type may be singled out with regard to
speed limits. Weiser noted that a cost estimate for a formal study by an acoustical engineer was
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approximately $10,000. Mayor Sakrison commented that there was a lack of enforcement on speed and
noise. City Attorney McAnany stated that code exists for noise levels yet is inefficient for law
enforcement officers to enforce due to the time required to use noise -measuring equipment.
Councilmember Ershadi asked about progress regarding traffic calming structures aimed at slowing
vehicles. Councilmember Bailey commented on communities that realize sound reduction by utilizing
vegetation. Councilmember Derasary mentioned lowering speed limits. City Manager Everitt stated the
Council has the latitude to lower speed limits and noted evidence to suggest that lower speed limits are
safer for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists. City Attorney McAnany concurred that the Council has
the authority to change speed limits. Councilmember Jones confirmed his interest in lowering speed
limits. Other Councilmembers concurred with the request to lower speed limits on key streets with
ample public education and notice before signage changed. Councilmember Ershadi asked if staff was
available to gauge the effectiveness of such a program. Weiser commented that it is difficult to measure
sound informally.
The discussion shifted to the radar speed signs. Councilmember Jones asked about placement on certain
streets. Councilmember Bailey complimented the police department's Facebook page. Councilmember
Ershadi asked how traffic calming will fit with other infrastructure improvements. City Manager Everitt
stated these improvements may be incorporated into other street projects.
Sidewalk Repair and Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Program — Discussion
Engineer Mark Jolissaint presented the City's sidewalk repair program and gave an overview of priorities
for curb ramp improvements requisite for compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).
Fifty thousand dollars per year were estimated to be the budget need to address priorities. City
Manager Everitt asked if the sidewalk repair work would be bid out and the answer was yes.
Councilmember Jones asked about areas that lack sidewalks. Jolissaint responded that ADA requires
equal access, so lack of a sidewalk is less of an issue than areas with sub -par sidewalks. City Manager
Everitt noted that repairing and upgrading sidewalks is advantageous for an age -friendly community.
Councilmember Derasary asked if priority was given to sidewalks near public facilities such as schools,
library, and municipal buildings.
Budget Discussion
City Manager Everitt presented an overview of the proposed budget and the budget process. He
included discussion of the addition of a civil code enforcement position. The position would be part of
the planning department team, reporting to the City Planner.
Also discussed was funding for Recreation. Everitt mentioned the budget outlook calls for status quo
staffing and services. He also mentioned realignment of some positions within the City organization.
Everitt also outlined alternative funding sources for the City, such as bonding using the general fund,
enterprise fund increases, and implementing a property tax, service fees, or a transportation fee. He
also pointed out that an alternative is to cut back on City operating expenses. He noted enterprise funds
include sewer, culinary water, and stormwater funds, and are generally used for operations and large
capital projects.
Interlocal Agreement with Grand County for Joint Funding of a Nexus Study — Discussion
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City Manager Everitt stated that the Nexus Study for an Affordable Housing initiative was proposed to
cost $80,000. Mayor Sakrison suggested a 60/20 split in expenses with the County. Councilmember
Knuteson-Boyd stated she felt the fee was too high. Councilmember Ershadi requested to examine the
Request for Proposals (RFP). Councilmember Jones stated he was comfortable with the 50/50 split in
expense, and was in favor of the study. Councilmember Ershadi requested an opinion from staff on the
study. City Manager Everitt noted that advancing the push for inclusionary zoning will benefit from this
study. Councilmember Derasary stated she was in favor of the study and the 50/50 split.
Additional Consent Agenda Item: Annexation of Property at 1520 North Highway 191
Motion and Vote: Councilmember Derasary moved to approve a Request to Send Proposed Ordinance
#2017-10 — An Ordinance of the Governing Body of Moab Annexing Property Located at 1520 North
Highway 191 to a Public Hearing on April 25, 2017 at approximately 7:15 PM. Councilmember Jones
seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0 with Councilmembers Bailey, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd,
Ershadi, and Derasary voting aye.
Sewer Impact Fee Schedule — First Reading
Discussion: The Council considered the First Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2017-16 — An Ordinance
Amending the City of Moab Municipal Code Sections 13.25.060 B and 13.25.060 C to modify the Sewer
Impact Fee Schedule and to schedule a Public Hearing for the Ordinance on April 25, 2017 at 7:15 PM.
Councilmember Bailey moved to schedule the public hearing. Councilmember Ershadi seconded the
motion. The motion passed 5-0 with Councilmembers Bailey, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi, and
Derasary voting aye.
Mayor and Council Reports:
Councilmember Derasary reported she attended the League of Women Voters' discussion of the Water
Conservation Plan and she noted Councilmember Bailey and City Manager Everitt also attended. She
added she attended a Trail Mix Committee meeting and had been made aware of a situation involving
an Ober -type mountain bike guide in Moab
Councilmember Ershadi reported she attended a meeting of the Interlocal Housing Task Force. She also
said she had attended the Chamber of Commerce meeting, at which the topics of the Sewer Moratorium
and infrastructure improvements were raised.
Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd reported she attended the KZMU anniversary party and she also
complimented the staff on the article in the Moab Real Estate Magazine.
Executive Session: Councilmember Jones moved to enter an Executive Closed Session to Discuss Pending
or Reasonably Imminent Litigation. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion
passed 4-1 with Councilmembers Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi, and Derasary voting aye and
Councilmember Bailey voting nay. The Executive Closed Session was entered into at 9:13 PM.
Councilmember Bailey moved to end the Executive Closed Session and enter into open session.
Councilmember Ershadi seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0 with Councilmembers Bailey,
Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi, and Derasary voting aye. The Executive Closed Session ended at 9:22
PM.
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Adjournment: Councilmember Bailey moved to adjourn the meeting. Councilmember Ershadi seconded
the motion. The motion passed 5-0 with Councilmembers Bailey, Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi, and
Derasary voting aye. The meeting was adjourned at 9:22 PM.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
David L. Sakrison, Mayor Rachel E. Stenta, City Recorder
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