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Home My Public Portal AboutMIN-CC-2017-09-26MOAB CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 26, 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 6:31 PM. In attendance at the workshop were Councilmembers Rani Derasary, Heila Ershadi, Tawny Knuteson-Boyd and Kalen Jones. Councilmember Kyle Bailey was absent. Also in attendance were City Manager David Everitt, Human Resource Manager/Deputy Recorder Danielle Guerrero, City Attorney Chris McAnany, Public Works Director Pat Dean, Planning Director Jeff Reinhart, Planning Assistant Sommar Johnson, Communications Director Lisa Church, Sustainability Director Rosemarie Russo and Recorder Assistant Eve Tallman. The Workshop consisted of a Discussion Regarding the Elimination of Conditional Use Permits (CUPS) from the Municipal Planning Code. City Planner Reinhart presented a report on the effort to eliminate conditional uses from the Code. He noted the revision would be ready for Council consideration in upcoming weeks. Councilmember Derasary asked for a brief explanation for the public to understand why there is a need to removed conditional uses from the code. Planner Reinhart and City Attorney McAnany described recent Utah legislation that may interpret conditional uses as accepted uses. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd asked if the movement away from CUPS would be fair to future development. Reinhart explained one example that has come up across the country is permitting bed - and -breakfast businesses in residential areas. At the conclusion of Reinhart's presentation, Councilmember Derasary asked about the recent change to the City code regarding serving alcohol at city -permitted events. Derasary also asked about the agenda item regarding the South Trunk Sewer Line. Mayor Sakrison next reported on a meeting he recently attended where he discussed a grant opportunity to install photovoltaic charging stations for automobiles in Moab. City Manager Everitt announced that ballots for the municipal election would be mailed October 17. Everitt next updated the Council on the Fall chipseal project. He said the project would take approximately one month, and that a $5000 change order would be approved at the staff level for added scope. He next mentioned the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) hotspot funding for planning in highway regions around the state that are impacted by recreation traffic congestion. Regular Meeting Called to Order: Mayor Sakrison called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:59 PM and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Twenty-six members of the public and media were present. Page 1 of 5 September 26, 2017 Approval of Minutes: Councilmember Derasary moved to approve the minutes of the September 5 and 12, 2017 meetings. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0 aye, with Councilmembers Ershadi, Jones, Derasary and Knuteson-Boyd voting aye. Citizens to be Heard: Dr. Ray Andrew spoke in favor of affordable housing. He stated that, as a small business owner, he has trouble recruiting and hiring good employees from out of town because they cannot find affordable housing. He noted that he finds this to be true among many small business owners in Moab. He urged the Council to explore ways to solve the affordable housing dilemma. Presentations: Public Works Response to Area Flooding: Public Works Director Pat Dean reported on the City response to the flood events in late July and mid -September. Grand County Solid Waste Special Services District #1: Deb Barton of the Grand County Solid Waste District made a report to the Council. She noted the District had recently made two new hires. She also reported statistics regarding the landfills, notably the average of thirteen pounds of solid waste produced per day per capita. She compared this statistic to a national average of 4.4 pounds per day. She also reported a twelve percent recycling rate at the Klondike Landfill, which is a higher rate than in the past. Councilmember Derasary asked about the new baler. Rocky Mountain Power Energy Cooperation Statement: Deb Dull, Regional Business Manager for Rocky Mountain Power, introduced George Humbert, Customer and Community Regional Manager, and Clay Monroe, Commercial and Industrial Supply -Side Manager. Mr. Monroe described the Wattsmart Communities program. He stated Moab has been selected to be the first Wattsmart Community, and the Rocky Mountain Power staff will assist in the development of the Moab Community Energy Plan. He outlined the elements of the program, including workshops and assistance in the identification of baseline photovoltaic use in Moab, energy efficiency incentives, and an action plan for the City. Councilmember Jones asked about the selection of Moab to be the first and Monroe noted the readiness of the City for such a venture, including the recently -adopted renewable energy goal. Councilmember Derasary asked about the time commitment expected. Councilmember Jones asked if one aspect of the program would be to assist the City in managing power demand. Special Events/Vendors/Beer Licenses: American Alpine Club Moab Craggin' Classic —Approved Motion and Vote: Councilmember Jones moved to approve licenses and permits for the American Alpine Club Moab Craggin' Classic 2017 at Center Street Ball Fields October 27 and 28, 2017, with conditions. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0 aye, with Councilmembers Ershadi, Jones, Derasary and Knuteson-Boyd voting aye. Amplified Music Event —Approved Motion and Vote: Councilmember Ershadi moved to approve licenses and permits for an Amplified Music Event at Old City Park on October 6, 2017 with conditions, for Richard Mick. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0 aye, with Councilmembers Ershadi, Jones, Derasary Page 2 of 5 September 26, 2017 and Knuteson-Boyd voting aye. Waiver of Park Use Fee —Approved Motion and Vote: Councilmember Derasary moved to approve a Waiver of a Park Use Fee (not to exceed $85) by Friends of Indian Creek to hold a Family Extravaganza at the Boulder Park and Lions Park Pavilion on Friday, October 27, 2017, with one condition. Councilmember Ershadi seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye. New Business: (1:14 on recording) Solid Waste Collection Franchise Agreement —Tabled Motion and Vote: Councilmember Jones moved to approve Proposed Resolution #55-2017 — A Resolution Approving an Extension of the Existing Solid Waste Collection Franchise Agreement. Councilmember Knuteson-Body seconded the motion. City Manager Everitt proposed a change to the proposal to include the management of refuse cans by the contractor. The proposal was viewed favorably and the contractor was in the audience and gave positive input. City Attorney McAnany suggested the new language could be firmed up for a future vote. Councilmember Jones then moved to table the motion, and Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion to table. The motion to table passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye. Development Improvements Agreement with Moab Springs Ranch —Approved Motion and Vote: Councilmember Derasary moved to approve Proposed Resolution #54-2017 — A Resolution Approving a Development Improvements Agreement with Moab Springs Ranch. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye. Shumway Annexation —Discussion (1:19 on recording) City Planner Reinhart presented a briefing on the Proposed Shumway Annexation. He outlined the process involved in an annexation. City Manager Everitt noted the evening's discussion represented a preliminary briefing in advance of the public hearing to be held at the October 10, 2017 Regular Council Meeting. It was stated that no action would be taken on the proposed annexation until the November 14, 2017 meeting, at the earliest. Planner Reinhart said the annexation applicants have proposed C-4 and R-4 zoning from the current County Rural Residential zoning. Reinhart noted the proposal would include a 56-foot wide gap between neighboring R-2 properties, comprised of a street right-of-way in addition to a landscape buffer. Reinhart pointed out access to the property would be from 500 West. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd asked about the rationale for requesting commercial rather than all R-4 zoning. Councilmember Ershadi pointed out the difficulties that arise regarding the proximity of R-2 and C-4 zones. 100 West Sewer Replacement Project Professional Services —Approved Motion and Discussion: Councilmember Ershadi moved to approve a Task Order with Bowen Collins & Associates to Provide Professional Services for the 100 West Sewer Replacement Project. Councilmember Derasary seconded the motion. City Engineer Williams made a brief presentation about the 100 West Sewer Project. Councilmember Jones asked about the procurement process for this item. Councilmembers Derasary and Ershadi asked about potholing and blue stakes in the area. Vote: The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi and Derasary voting Page 3 of 5 September 26, 2017 aye. South Area Sewer Trunk Line Professional Services —Approved Motion and Vote: Councilmember Jones moved to approve a Task Order with Bowen Collins & Associates to Provide Professional Services for a Geotechnical Investigation of the South Area Sewer Trunk Line, in an amount not to exceed $20,000. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye. Entrada Development Contamination Issue —Report (1:47 on recording) City Manager Everitt presented an After Action Report on the Entrada Development Contamination Issue. Mayor and Council Reports: Councilmember Jones reported he had been briefed on an upcoming presentation by graduate students regarding a lighting inventory as part of a Dark Sky project. Discussion ensued regarding whether that presentation would need to be posted as a Council meeting if a quorum of Councilmembers attended. Councilmember Ershadi described a Homeless Coordinating Committee meeting she attended with Police Chief Jim Winder. She noted the next meeting would be October 11 at 1:00 PM. Councilmember Derasary noted she attended a Wabi Sabi meeting, as well as a meeting of the Canyonlands Healthcare Special Service District and a meeting about geo-design regarding housing potential. She also mentioned a proposed upcoming resolution on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Act, as well as State Senator Thatcher's bill intended to stiffen the punishment for bias - related crimes including those related to gender identity. City Attorney McAnany reported that he is working on a draft document regarding electronic participation at City Council meetings. Councilmember Jones noted his support for the change. Mayor Sakrison and Councilmember Bailey stated their non-support for the change. Approval of Bills Against the City of Moab: Councilmember Derasary moved to pay the bills against the City of Moab in the amount of $1,311,580.16. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-0 aye, with Councilmembers Ershadi, Jones, Derasary and Knuteson-Boyd voting aye. Executive Session: Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd moved to enter an Executive Closed Session to Discuss the Character, Professional Competence, or Physical or Mental Health of an Individual. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi, and Derasary voting aye. The Executive Closed Session was entered into at 8:39 PM. Councilmember Ershadi moved to end the Executive Closed Session and enter into open session. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye. The Executive Closed Session ended at 9:41 PM. Page 4 of 5 September 26, 2017 City Manager Employment Agreement —Approved Motion and Vote: Councilmember Ershadi moved to approve Proposed Resolution #53-2017—A Resolution Approving the Employment Agreement by and between the City of Moab and David Everitt for the Position of City Manager. Councilmember Knuteson-Boyd seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye. Adjournment: Councilmember Ershadi moved to adjourn the meeting. Councilmember Jones seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0 with Councilmembers Jones, Knuteson-Boyd, Ershadi and Derasary voting aye. Mayor Sakrison adjourned the meeting at 9:42 PM. APPROVED: ATTEST: David L. Sakrison, Mayor Rachel E. Stenta, City Recorder Page 5 of 5 September 26, 2017