IRON COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING
April 23, 2007
Minutes of the Iron County Commission meeting convened at 9:00 a.m. April 23, 2007 in Commission Chambers at the Iron County Courthouse, Parowan, Utah.
Officers in attendance included:
Wayne A. Smith Commission Chairman
Lois L. Bulloch Commissioner
Alma L. Adams Commissioner
Scott F. Garrett County Attorney
David I. Yardley County Clerk
Also Present:
H. Eugene Adams County Auditor
Dennis W. Ayers County Assessor
Patsy T. Cutler County Recorder
Geraldine S. Norwood County Treasurer
Mark O. Gower County Sheriff
SYNOPSIS :
APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 9, 2007 1 2
APPROVAL OF WARRANTS & ADJOURN
CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING IRON COUNTY ATV ORDINANCE 195
DEFERRAL OF PROPERTY TAXES 1 2
DISCUSSION ON AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT
DISCUSSION ON REVISED NUISANCE ORDINANCE
IRON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT & PARKS & RECREATION
IRON COUNTY VOLUNTEER CENTER PRESENTATION OF STUDENT AWARD
IRON COUNTY/CEDAR CITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
NOXIOUS WEED LIST AMENDMENT BULL THISTLE (Circisum vulgare)
ORDINANCE 2007-4 SUBDIVISION ENTRANCE SIGNS
RESOLUTION 2007-4
STATE DIRECTOR’S PUBLIC LAND PARTNER AWARD PRESENTATION
TEMPORARY PRAIRIE DOG PERMIT EXTENSION
Those assembled were led in the pledge of allegiance by Geri Norwood.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 9, 2007 :
Minutes of the Iron County Commission meeting held April 9, 2007 were approved as amended on a motion by Lois Bulloch . Second was by Alma Adams. Voting: Wayne Smith, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye; Alma Adams, Aye.
Gene Adams reported that the Auditor’s Office is working on the fixed asset program in compliance with GASBY 34 regulations. This must be completed in time for the independent audit. They are also preparing for the annual tax sale scheduled for May 24.
Dennis Ayers reported that the Assessor is in the process of hiring a part time person for the Cedar City Motor Vehicle office.
Geri Norwood discussed the annual tax sale procedure. Title searches have been completed and notices are being prepared for lien holders. Currently there are 113 parcels still on the list to be sold at the tax sale.
Erik Jorgensen reported that Incode personnel were in Iron County this week installing upgrades for a paperless solution for some offices and also upgrading the financial program to version 6.0. Erik also discussed a payment on line option available which could be implemented for the payment of fines in the Justice Court and also for the payment of taxes. Implementation of this option will be coordinated with the Treasurer’s and Auditor’s Offices.
David Yardley reported on the election process with municipal elections this year. Cities and Towns will be having a primary and general election which will require coordination through the Clerk’s Office. The presidential primary scheduled for March 5 will be funded through the State and may contain a referendum issue on school vouchers.
Kevin Thurman reported that Adam Christian has resigned effective April 20 so the Attorney’s Office is starting the process of hiring a replacement.
Kevin also discussed a lawsuit filed by Norm Hollingsworth for inverse condemnation of property which was encroached upon by the development of a flood channel in Parowan City but constructed by County workers.
Lois Bulloch reported that the Utah State Parks are celebrating their 50th anniversary on May 15 at Iron Mission State Park. She also reported that as a member of the Board of Directors of the Utah State Parks, a vote was taken to not allow an office building to be constructed at the “This Is The Place” State Park. This has been an item of controversy for some time in the Salt Lake area.
Alma Adams reported that David Burton, a local livestock owner has requested a change of use on his Dixie National Forest allotment from sheep to cattle. He received a letter stating that this is not possible. A meeting has been scheduled for April 24 to discuss the matter with the district forest ranger. He invited the Commission to attend the meeting.
Alma also reported that Cedar City is planning to purchase a new fire truck a portion of which will come from County funds.
Wayne Smith thanked the staff and elected officials for the work they do for the County.
STATE DIRECTOR’S PUBLIC LAND PARTNER AWARD PRESENTATION :
Todd Christensen and Wade Judy representing the BLM presented the Commission a Public Lands Partner award to the County in appreciation of their support and help in developing the Three Peaks Recreation Area. They also thanked the Sheriff’s Office for their support in patrolling the Three Peaks area.
ORDINANCE 2007-4 SUBDIVISION ENTRANCE SIGNS :
Reed Erickson presented a proposed ordinance governing the construction and maintenance of subdivision entrance signs. After reviewing the language of the proposed ordinance and making minor language adjustments Lois Bulloch made a motion to adopt Ordinance 2007-4 as amended. Second by Alma Adams.
IRON COUNTY, UTAH
ORDINANCE 2007-4
AN ORDINANCE OF IRON COUNTY, UTAH, PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF IRON COUNTY, UTAH (the “Zoning Ordinance”) REGARDING ENTRANCE SIGNS FOR SUBDIVISIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, in order to provide for the health, safety and general welfare of the citizens of Iron County, Utah, the County Commission is committed to establish and keep current a Zoning Ordinance that specifies land use regulations and standards; and
WHEREAS, on April 13, 1998, the County Commission adopted the Zoning Ordinance of Iron County, Utah in accordance with the provisions of Utah Code Annotated relating to the adoption and content of Zoning Ordinances in the State of Utah; and
WHEREAS, since the adoption of the Zoning Ordinance, changes have occurred in the land use patterns, demand for and potential supply of high quality real estate development located in the unincorporated areas of the County; and
WHEREAS, the County has determined that it needs to make provision for subdivision entrance signs and monuments on the condition that those signs and monuments demonstrate the ability to meet the purposes and intent of the Iron County Land Management Code; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of Iron County has held a duly advertised and noticed public hearing on the proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance of Iron County, Utah for the purpose of receiving public comment regarding the content of the amendments and has forwarded a recommendation to the County Commission that the Subdivision Entrance Signs Ordinance Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance of Iron County, Utah be adopted; and
WHEREAS, the County Commission of Iron County, Utah has held a duly advertised and noticed public hearing on the proposed Subdivision Entrance Signs Ordinance Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance of Iron County, Utah for the purpose of receiving public comment regarding the content of the amendments.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNTY LEGISLATIVE BODY OF IRON COUNTY, UTAH ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. SUBSTANTIVE PROVISIONS
1. The document “Subdivision Entrance Signs Ordinance Amendment of Iron County, Utah” attached hereto is hereby adopted, with necessary formatting, grammatical and spelling revisions as required.
2. The provisions of “Section 1107 - Fences, Walls and Hedges:”, attached hereto are hereby amended and adopted with necessary formatting, grammatical and spelling revisions as required.
3. All ordinances adopted subsequent to the “Subdivision Entrance Signs Ordinance Amendment” and “Section 1107 - Fences, Walls and Hedges:”, shall comply with the goals and policies of the General Plan of Iron County, Utah, as amended, and the Iron County Zoning Ordinance, as amended.
SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portions shall be deemed a separate, distinct, and independent provision, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance.
SECTION 3. AMENDMENT OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES
To the extent that any ordinances, resolutions, or policies of Iron County conflict with the provisions of this ordinance, they are hereby amended to comply with the provisions hereof.
SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Ordinance shall take effect upon publication in the manner provided by §17-53-208 (6), Utah Code Annotated 1953, as amended.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNTY LEGISLATIVE BODY OF IRON COUNTY, UTAH this 23rd day of April , 2007.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
IRON COUNTY, UTAH
By:
Wayne A. Smith, Chairman
ATTEST:
David I. Yardley,
County Clerk
VOTING:
Alma L. Adams Aye
Lois L. Bulloch Aye
Wayne A. Smith Aye
Subdivision Entrance Sign Ordinance Amendment of Iron County, Utah
SECTION 1603. SUBDIVISION ENTRANCE SIGNS.
Section 1603-1. Purpose and Intent.
The subdivision entrance sign provisions are for the design and construction of subdivision entrance signs and monuments; that encourage creativity in subdivision entrance design and layout, and provide for attractive gateways or points of entry into subdivision developments for high quality real estate development. To this end, the proposed subdivision entrance sign or monument should be planned as a unified concept and architectural theme rather than an aggregate of individual styles or unrelated themes. It should be tastefully done to extend the architectural imagery of the development and community into the landscape.
Section 1603-2. Use Regulations.
Subdivision entrance signs are allowed in the Residential R-½, R-1, R-2, R-5 and Agricultural A-20 zoning districts. Notwithstanding any other provisions of the Iron County Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances regarding fencing and setbacks, a subdivision entrance sign and landscape materials utilized for any subdivision entrance may exceed fencing height limitations otherwise set forth in the Land Management Code.
Section 1603-3. General Requirements.
(A) Subdivision entrance signs must not be visually obtrusive upon adjacent properties or public streets, be incompatible with the character of existing or anticipated surrounding development, or conflict with other goals and policies of the county.
(B) Signs and monuments may be located within yard setbacks, provided the entrance signs are constructed of non-flammable materials and the construction, design and engineering is in accordance with Iron County Building Standards, and all necessary easements from private lots are obtained. Sign structures (free-standing, monuments or fences and walls) shall first obtain a building permit.
(C) All entrance signs shall provide and maintain clear vision of all intersecting traffic (maintain sight triangle of 40 feet by 40 feet along street and driveway, for structures and landscaping). Entrance signs may be considered a free standing sign or monument that is not part of a perimeter fence or may be included within and a part of a decorative wall or fence structure.
(D) Entrance signs and/or sign structures shall not exceed 12 feet in height, measured from natural ground level. Entrance signs or sign structures shall not extend over the entrance road or driveway of the subdivision or extend into the public right-of-way or subdivision entrance street or driveway.
(E) A landscaped area shall be provided surrounding the base of an entrance sign. The minimum size of such area shall be four (4) square feet for each one (1) square foot of sign area. Appropriate landscape groundcover may include any combination of shrubs, vegetative groundcover, other than grass, and/or landscape rock. Landscape areas shall be maintained by the home owners association or other County Commission approved organization or entity.
(F) The height of wall-mounted signs shall be no greater than ten feet above grade. Two freestanding or wall-mounted signs, or one of each, may be allowed per public street entrance, provided the combined area of both signs (symbols, logo and printed text, not including background structure) is not greater than 120 square feet. Signs must be located at the entrance to the subdivision and may not be located off-site.
(G) Only the subdivision name and logo and any symbols indicating compliance with or participation in a governmentally sponsored or mandated fair housing practices program or code may be placed on any entrance sign.
(H) Where such signs are to be illuminated, only external illumination shall be permitted and the size, placement, and number of luminaries, shall be minimal, shall establish directional lighting (shall not extend above the height of the sign, in the spirit of downward directional lighting so as not to pollute the night sky), and shall not shine into oncoming traffic or nearby residences.
(I) Signs must be made from durable materials such as masonry, cultured stone, rock or metal.
Wood signs are not permitted. Signs must be designed to minimize the potential for vandalism and to prevent them from falling into disrepair.
(J) There must be provisions for long-term maintenance of entrance signs, fences or walls and landscape areas by a homeowners association or other County Commission approved organization or entity.
Section 1107 Fences, Walls and Hedges:
Fences, walls and hedges shall not exceed eight (8) feet in height, unless specifically approved by the Iron County Planning Commission.
END OF ORDINANCE:
CEDAR HIGHLANDS ROAD MATTERS :
Gary Rosenfield, Cedar Highlands Homeowners Associates met with the Commission to request a modified Special Improvement District to improve the roads in the Cedar Highlands Subdivision to a County gravel standard. The Commission explained that because of ownership questions on the roads due to wording on the filed subdivision plat, there is a question of how to proceed. There is also a problem with the Greens Lake Road leading to the subdivision. The Commission also discussed the need to realign the Greens Lake road leading to the subdivision to comply with County road standards and also to reduce traffic hazards due to narrow, steep roads. The matter was referred to Steve Platt and Gary Rosenfield to discuss road alignment with the BLM.
TEMPORARY PRAIRIE DOG PERMIT EXTENSION :
Adam Lenhard, Trophy Homes representative met with the Commission to request a sixty day extension of the prairie dog permit due to storm drain issues being addressed by Cedar City. The issue was not known at the time the permit was issued and it is expected to be resolved and construction begun within the sixty day extension. Alma Adams made a motion to approve the extension as requested and to authorize a letter to DWR informing them of the extension. Second by Lois Bulloch. Voting: Wayne Smith, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye; Alma Adams, Aye.
Nolan Zuniga requested a deferral of property tax for property in Enoch which he is purchasing from his mother. He has submitted the necessary paper work on the application, however the listed property owner, Mrs. Zuniga has not signed the notice and agreements. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve the tax deferral provided Mrs. Zuniga signs the appropriate documents and with a finding that it is in the best human interest and that the County will not be harmed by granting the deferral. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Wayne Smith, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye; Alma Adams, Aye.
A tax deferral request submitted by James R. and Dawn R. Ellingson on their home in Parowan Valley was reviewed. Since there is a mortgage company involved, it was determined to table the request to notify the mortgage company and to see if Ellingson’s could find outside financing. The matter will be placed on the next agenda for further review.
IRON COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING :
Connie Lloyd and Robert Mercer met with the Commission to discuss plans for the Parowan Senior Citizen Center. The plan is to build the center on property adjacent to the existing ambulance garage. A proposed site plan was reviewed in which future expansion of both the ambulance garage and the senior center was discussed. Another issue, sewer availability was also discussed. Parowan City is surveying a line to see if it is feasible to run a lateral line to existing sewer trunks.
Reed Erickson presented Resolution 2007-4 which outlined changes in construction and design standards for subdivisions. The resolution has been recommended for approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Lois Bulloch made a motion to adopt Resolution 2007-4 as amended. Second by Alma Adams.
Resolution No. 2007- 4
A Resolution Amending the Iron County Subdivision Construction and Design Standards
WHEREAS, the Iron County Commission finds it shall promote the general welfare of the citizens of Iron County to amend the Iron County Subdivision Construction and Design Standards to further the orderly and efficient construction of subdivisions in Iron County;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Iron County Subdivision Construction and Design Standards, as adopted November 28, 2005 by the Iron County Commission, be amended as follows:
Section 104, Guarantee of Performance and Section 108 (3), Inspection of Subdivision Infrastructure, are hereby repealed and replaced with the following:
Section 104 Guarantee of Performance:
Before final plat approval by the County Commission, the developer/subdivider shall guarantee the completion of improvements required under this Chapter within the time frames outlined in this Section and that the improvements will be maintained in a state of good repair and free from defective material or workmanship for the period of time as specified in this Section.
(1) Type and Amount of Guarantee of Performance:
(A) All funds for every Guarantee of Performance (“Guarantee”) shall be held by, deposited with, or otherwise guaranteed by a federally-insured financial institution licensed to and doing business in the State of Utah and shall be in one of the following forms:
1. A surety bond from a surety company licensed to and doing business in the State of Utah, or
2. an irrevocable letter of credit from a bank chartered under the laws of the State of Utah or the United States of America and having an office in the State of Utah, or
3. an escrow agreement having as escrow agent thereon a title company that is regulated by the State of Utah Department of Commerce. Escrow agreements consist of a commitment signed by both the escrow agent and developer/subdivider. Any interest accrued in an escrow account would belong to the developer/subdivider.
(B) The County Attorney shall approve the form of the Guarantee.
(C) The Guarantee shall be in an amount not less than 125% of the costs of the required utilities and improvements (the additional 25% is for retainage and inflation) as approved by the County Engineer.
(D) When approved by the Board of County Commissioners, the developer/subdivider may include part or all of the improvements under a Special Improvement District contract with the County.
(E) Every Guarantee shall contain at least the following:
1. A separate itemization of each type of improvement with the estimated cost thereof supplied by the developer/subdivider’s engineer, and approved by the Iron County Engineer.
2. A statement that distributions of payments, to contractors and suppliers for construction work to be completed upon the subdivision, shall occur only upon written request by both the developer/subdivider and the County Engineer.
3. A statement that no more than 90% of the total amount of the Guarantee (125%) may be released prior to final acceptance.
4. A statement that, notwithstanding the itemization of type and cost of improvement, any sum available pursuant to the Guarantee may be used by the County for any other improvement covered by the guarantee as well as the specified improvement.
(2) Terms and Duration:
(A) Every Guarantee authorized by this Standard shall have an express term of at least two (2) years from the date of approval of the final plat of the Subdivision to which it applies, or until all improvements have been inspected and the guarantee is released by the County as provided in (3) of this Section. Further, such Guarantee shall contain language guaranteeing the performance of the developer/subdivider and a provision for the unconditional payment of the face amount of the Guarantee within ten (10) days from any declaration of default by the County.
(B) An extension of time may be granted by the Board of County Commissioners upon application by the developer/subdivider provided such application is submitted at least 90 days prior to the expiration of the Guarantee.
(3) Release Prior to Final Inspection, Final Inspection and Release, and Second Guarantee:
(A) Before more than sixty percent (60%) of any item is released, the surety company, bank, or escrow agent, on behalf of the developer/subdivider, shall file with the County Engineer a statement that no material man’s lien or mechanic’s lien exists with regard to the improvements related to any part of the Guarantee.
(B) The developer/subdivider shall be responsible for the quality of all materials and workmanship. At the completion of the work, or not less than 30 days prior to the expiration date of the Guarantee, the County Engineer shall make a preliminary inspection of the public service facilities and shall submit a report to the County Commission setting forth the condition of such facilities. If the condition of the facilities is found to be satisfactory, the County Commission shall release the Guarantee. If the condition, material, or workmanship of the facilities shows unusual depreciation or does not comply with the acceptable standards of durability, the Board of County Commissioners may declare the developer/subdivider in default.
(C) Immediately prior to final acceptance of the improvement of the subdivision, the County shall require and receive from the developer/subdivider a second Guarantee in a form authorized under subsection (1)(A) having a term of one (1) year and a face value of ten (10%) percent of the original Guarantee. Such second Guarantee may be released at any time after the expiration of one year and, in the opinion of the County Engineer, sufficient time has elapsed to prove the satisfactory nature of the improvement and be thus so approved.
(4) Default: In the event the developer/subdivider is in default or fails or neglects to satisfactorily install the required utilities and improvements within one year and nine months from the date of final plat approval by the Board of County Commissioners, the County may declare the project to be in non-compliance with these standards and the County may install or cause the required improvements to be installed using the proceeds from the Guarantee to defray the expenses thereof.
(5) Special Improvement Contracts: In the event that the improvements are installed under a Special Improvement District contract, the planning and execution of the work shall be carried out as prescribed by laws pertaining thereto. (See Utah Code Annotated 17A-2-301 et seq., 17A-2-1301 et seq., or other subsequent applicable sections.)
Section 108 Fees, Enforcement, Permits, and Penalties:
(3) Inspection of Subdivision Infrastructure: The Iron County Engineer shall inspect, or cause to be inspected, roads, fire hydrants, and water supply and sewage disposal systems during construction, installation, or repair. Excavations for roads, fire hydrants and water and sewer mains and laterals shall not be paved, covered or backfilled until such installations shall have been approved by the Iron County Engineer. If any such installation is covered before being inspected and approved, it shall be uncovered after notice to uncover has been issued to the responsible person by the County Engineer.
Before the Final Plat is recorded, the developer/subdivider shall pay to the County Treasurer an inspection fee of 1% of the County Engineer’s estimated amount (the improvement amount, not including the additional 25% for retainage and inflation), to cover the cost of inspections in the subdivision.
This resolution shall take effect upon its passage by a majority vote of the Iron County Board of County Commissioners. Nothing in this resolution shall preclude the Iron County Commission form modifying or amending this resolution at any time.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF IRON COUNTY, UTAH this 23rd day of April , 2007.
IRON COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Wayne Smith, Chairman
ATTEST:
David I. Yardley, County Clerk
VOTING:
Wayne Smith Aye
Lois Bulloch Aye
Alma Adams Aye
Colette Eppley presented for approval three new employees, Mona Spillman as a Council on Aging driver, part time; Anna Housekeeper, part time Council on Aging Center Coordinator, Parowan; and Tamara Hoffman, part time Human Resource Assistant. Alma Adams made a motion to approve the hiring of the part time employees as presented. Second by Lois Bulloch. Voting: Wayne Smith, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye; Alma Adams, Aye.
Colette also presented for approval the promotion of Rodney Cox from EMT Intermediate to Paramedic. Alma Adams made a motion to approve the promotion of Rodney Cox as presented. Second by Lois Bulloch. Voting: Wayne Smith, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye; Alma Adams, Aye.
Colette also presented a request to review benefits for a Deputy Attorney provided the Attorney accepted a part time position. The request is that benefits be paid based on the number of hours worked. No action was taken on this matter.
IRON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT & PARKS & RECREATION :
Charlie Morris, Emergency Management and Parks & Recreation, Director met with the Commission to request for storage cabinets to be constructed in his office at the Fiddlers building. He also requested a storage unit to store additional materials he does not use on a regular basis. David Yardley was asked to review the storage unit request and to determine if there is room in the parking area to place a temporary storage unit.
Charlie also requested an additional vehicle for LEPC work which will allow the existing vehicle to be used by part time help to maintain Three Peaks and Woods Ranch. The Commission authorized the transfer of a used vehicle from the Sheriff’s office or from Data Processing.
Charlie also requested signs to control activities in the Three Peaks area. He was asked to coordinate traffic signs with Wade Adams of the Road Department to meet MUTCD standards. Other information signs are to be coordinated and approved by the Three Peaks Committee.
Drew Lathrop, Iron County Search & Rescue, met with the Commission to explain that the Search and Rescue unit will not be available to participate in fair activities this year. The members of Search and Rescue expressed that they no longer are willing to commit the time required in managing the several events over a two week period.
The Commission requested that Sheriff Gower arrange for security and traffic control as needed for the Fair. Sheriff Gower will coordinate needs with Art Walunas, Fair Chairman.
CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING IRON COUNTY ATV ORDINANCE 195 :
Mark Gower, Iron County Sheriff and Bob Allinson, Cedar City Police Chief met with the Commission to discuss Ordinance 195. It was discovered that a map referenced in Ordinance 195 was never completed which designates ATV access on County roads. Cedar City would like to coordinate their map to allow riders from within Cedar City to access County areas outside their boundaries, particularly north to Three Peaks and south into the foothills areas around Cedar.
Rob MacWhorter, Dixie Forest Supervisor, requested that the plan also coordinate with the Forest Service Motorized Vehicle Traffic Plan to allow ATV riders to access trails on the forest.
The Commission reviewed wording of the Ordinance which designates County roads as ATV accessible and determined that no action need be taken at this time. The map referenced in Ordinance 195 will be prepared and presented for adoption.
IRON COUNTY VOLUNTEER CENTER PRESENTATION OF STUDENT AWARD:
Tracy Garrett met with the Commission to present a volunteer student award to Daniel Robinson for his work with the Cedar City Fire Department. The Commission recognized Mr. Robinson for the work he has done, commenting that Mr. Robinson has been very active in the volunteer program and has received other awards in the past for his work.
Alma Adams made a motion to convene in closed session to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation. Second by Lois Bulloch. Voting: Wayne Smith, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye; Alma Adams, Aye.
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I, Wayne A. Smith, Chairman of the County Commission of Iron County, Utah hereby certify that the purpose of the Closed Meeting convened was conducted in accordance with Utah Code 52-4 et. seq. for the purpose of a strategy session to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation.
Dated this 26th day of April, 2007.
Signed: Wayne A. Smith, Chairman
Attest: David I. Yardley
County Clerk
The commission reported after reconvening in open session that no action was needed by the Commission at this time. The matter is being handled by the Attorney’s Office.
IRON COUNTY/CEDAR CITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT :
Bryan Dangerfield, Economic Development Director and Bart Arent, Cerro Flow Products met with the Commission to request and approve a three-year performance based tax incentive program on an expansion project at Cerro Flow. Mr. Dangerfield explained that to qualify for the incentive the manufacturer must meet guidelines including wages for employees about 150% of the current average for the County, employee a certain number of employees and make a substantial investment in the expansion project. After receiving and discussing the proposed incentive package, Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve the incentive package for Cerro Flow Products. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Wayne Smith, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye; Alma Adams, Aye.
NOXIOUS WEED LIST AMENDMENT BULL THISTLE (Circisum vulgare) :
A request to designate Bull Thistle (Circisum vulgare) as a noxious weed in Iron County was approved on a motion by Alma Adams. Second by Lois Bulloch. Voting: Wayne Smith, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye; Alma Adams, Aye.
DISCUSSION ON REVISED NUISANCE ORDINANCE :
Kevin Thurman discussed proposed amendments to the nuisance ordinance which will allow for better enforcement of the ordinance and clarify procedure. The matter will be placed on the next agenda for consideration and adoption.
DISCUSSION ON AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE ENFORCEMENT :
Kevin Thurman also discussed an amendment to the zoning ordinance which defines remedies in pursuing nuisance problems in regard to zoning. Enforcement and penalty, a Class B misdemeanor will be put in place. This matter is being discussed with Planning and Zoning and will be presented with their recommendation for Commission action.
APPROVAL OF WARRANTS & ADJOURN :
After the bills were reviewed and approved or rejected, the meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m. on a motion by Lois Bulloch. Second was by Alma Adams. Voting: Wayne Smith, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye; Alma Adams, Aye.
Signed: Wayne A. Smith, Chairman
Attest: David I. Yardley
County Clerk