IRON COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING

September 14, 2009


            Minutes of the Iron County Commission meeting convened at 9:00 a.m. September 14, 2009 in Commission Chambers at the Iron County Courthouse, Parowan, Utah.

 

            Officers in attendance included:

                        Alma L. Adams                                  Commission Chair

                        Lois L. Bulloch                                   Commissioner

                        Mike Edwards                                    Deputy County Attorney

                        David I. Yardley                                 County Clerk

                        Reed Erickson                                    County Administrator

            Absent:

                        Wayne A. Smith                                Commissioner

                         

SYNOPSIS :

ADJOURN

BOARD OF EQUALIZATION APPLICATION FOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION

CALENDER SCHEDULE COORDINATION

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT LIST UPDATE

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION NOTIFICATION

CONSERVATION EASEMENT FOR UTAH PRAIRIE DOG MITIGATION

COOPERATIVE DISPATCH AGREEMENT

COUNTY ROADS ON SITLA LANDS

ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORTS

IRON COUNTY INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT 2008

OPERATING AGREEMENT THREE PEAKS AREA

PERSONNEL MATTERS

PETITION FOR ANNEXATION

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

PRAIRIE DOG MITIGATION TAKE AUTHORIZATION

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD

PUBLIC HEARING CEDAR BREAKS NATIONAL PARK PROPOSAL

PUBLIC HEARING HOLT DAIRY INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BOND

RESOLUTION 2009-6 OPPOSING CAP AND TRADE

REVIEW DRAFT ASSESSMENT AREA POLICY RESOLUTION

TRAVEL AND CONFERENCE DRAFT POLICY FOR DISCUSSION


PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :

            Those assembled were led in the pledge of allegiance by Kal Kahler.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES August 24, 2009 :

            Minutes of the Iron County Commission meeting held August 24, 2009 were approved as amended on a motion by Lois Bulloch. Second was by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORTS :

            Commissioner Adams noted that Commissioner Wayne Smith would be absent from the meeting due to prior commitments outside of the County.

            Kal Kahler presented material regarding the CICWCD’s meeting held on August 13th, 2009. He reported that there was discussion regarding the Cedar City water master plan and the CICWCD’s representation with respect to Enoch, Cedar City, the Unincorporated County Area, the Industrial Community and Agriculture. It was also reported that there was a discussion of the District’s water request in the Hamlin Valley and the Wah Wah Valley. He reported that Scott Wilson, CICWCD Administrator, will be reporting in more detail when he comes to report to the Iron County Commission during his quarterly report.

            Kal also reported that the Park West Water Company which provides water for the Park West Subdivision is ready to enter into an agreement with the CICWCD. A majority of the property owners in the subdivision are in favor of joining the Water District.

            Cynthia Robinson, Chief Deputy Clerk, filling in for David Yardley, the Iron County Clerk, reported that Mr. Yardley was absent from the meeting in the morning and was out delivering election supplies to the various Voting Center’s throughout the County for the Municipal Primary Election scheduled for tomorrow.

            Reed Erickson, reported that he had been approached by Jared Wilson, the Iron County IT Director, on the possibility of connecting to the fiber optics which in now available in Parowan and Cedar City. This would give the County “video capability” which would help with court appearances from the jail and many more advantages for the County.

            Reed also reported that Commissioner’s photos are ready to be picked up and that they will then be displayed at the Iron County Courthouse and the Justice Center.

            Reed reported that State Bank of Southern Utah has agreed to waive the annual fee on County credit cards. This will save the County approximately $800.00 a year and over time this would be a significant amount.

            Reed reported that he had received comments from property owners around the proposed Cedar Breaks National Park. Some of the concerns of the property owners included the proposed boundary, parking, and easements across private land and support of the proposal.

            Reed also reported on indigents burials and that he felt a policy needs to be adopted regarding the County’s participation and the amount to be allocated.

            Lois Bulloch reported that the Five County Association of Government workshop’s were coming up.

            Lois reported that there would be an open house in St. George for Paul Thorp who is retiring from the Southwest Utah Mental Health Department.

            Lois reported on the Festival of Homes that was held during the Fair weekend and sponsored by the Building Industry Association and she commented on the beautiful homes being showcased.

            Lois recognized Iron County Fair Chairperson, Joyce Evans, and her committee for a great Iron County Fair and she commented that attendance appears to be up.

            Lois reported that she recently signed over 100 certificates for volunteer hours of those reporting their hours to the Five County Volunteer Center. She knows that this does not represent all of the many hours of volunteering which goes on in the County but thanked the public for their willingness to volunteer their time.

            Lois made mention of the Cedar City Flu Shoot-Out with will take place at the Southwest Utah Public Health Department, on September 26th, 2009. The health department is encouraging residents of the County to get their seasonal flu vaccine.

            Alma Adams reported on the fair and it being well attended. He made the suggestion that the County has outgrown it’s current seating facilities and needed to add additional grandstand seating at the Fairgrounds.

BOARD OF EQUALIZATION APPLICATION FOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION :

            Lois Bulloch made a motion to convene as a Board of Equalization to consider a request from the Dixie and Anne Leavitt Foundation for a property tax exemption. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Christene Keene presented a request for tax exemption for property identified as tax serial number B-1118-1 covering a home located at 755 W 200 South, Cedar City.

            After reviewing the request, Lois Bulloch made a motion to deny the tax exemption based on the evidence in the application that is not in compliance with State law concerning charitable uses. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Lois Bulloch made a motion to adjourn as a Board of Equalization and reconvene in Commission meeting. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

RESOLUTION 2009-6 OPPOSING CAP AND TRADE :

            Resolution 2009-6 was presented and reviewed by the Commission whereupon Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve Resolution 2009-6 as presented and recommended by the National Association of Counties. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

                                                RESOLUTION NO. 2009-6

 

A RESOLUTION OPPOSING NEW TAXES ON STATE OR LOCAL GOVERNMENTS, EMPLOYERS OR HOUSEHOLD THROUGH FEDERAL CLIMATE REVENUES COLLECTION

 

            WHEREAS, in July 2008, the National Association of Counties (NACO”) passed a resolution calling for further studies before Congress passes a law on carbon cap and trade, which states as follows: “NACO supports in-depth study and evaluation of financial and environmental impact of carbon cap and trade program or the lack thereof and its impact on local land use regulatory authority…”; and

 

            WHEREAS, on July 26, 2009, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2454, The American Clean Energy and Security Act for 2009, that is currently on the United States Senate calendar, which will create a cap and trade program for green house gasses; and

 

            WHEREAS, carbon tax is being proposed by some because of the theory that man-caused greenhouse gas affects global warming; and

 

            WHEREAS, The Congressional Budget Office (“CBO”) estimates that this bill will cost ten billion dollars ($10 billion) broken out as eight hundred and ninety dollars ($890) per household in 2020 Footnote ; and

 

            WHEREAS, as fees from the bill increase, estimates put the cost to the average U.S. household close to seven thousand dollars ($7,000) per year by 2030 Footnote ; and

 

            WHEREAS, NASA temperature statistics show that temperatures have been decreasing since 2002 Footnote ; and

 

            WHEREAS, some weather scientists are predicting global cooling is beginning; and

 

            WHEREAS, record cooler spring and summer temperatures occurred in wide areas of the country in 2009.

 

            NOW THEREFORE, at a regular meeting of the legislative body of Iron County, Utah duly called, noticed, and held on the 14th day of September 2009, upon motion duly made and seconded, it is unanimously resolved, as follows:

 

            In this time of severe economic recession and rising unemployment, Iron County, Utah, opposes any federal legislation, including cap and trade legalization, if it imposes any new tax, energy cost, or other financial burden on state and local governments, employers and households. Iron County, Utah calls upon Congress to follow the 2008 NACo resolution and further study the issue in light of the NASA temperature statistics.

 

            PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF IRON COUNTY, UTAH this 14th Day of September, 2009.

 

                                                                        BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

                                                                        IRON COUNTY, UTAH

 

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                                                                                    Alma L. Adams, Chair

 

 

ATTEST:

                David I. Yardley, Iron County Clerk

 

 

VOTING:

Alma L. Adams           Aye

Lois L. Bulloch            Aye                

Wayne A. Smith          Absent

COOPERATIVE DISPATCH AGREEMENT :

            Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve and sign a cooperative agreement providing for consolidated dispatch service in Iron County. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye; Wayne Smith, Absent

COUNTY ROADS ON SITLA LANDS :

            Kim Christy, Chris Fausett, Nancy Koeber, and Lou Brown came before the Commission to present a map of class “B” roads crossing SITLA property in Iron County. The Commission reviewed the roads and discussed the need for easements and the process for recording easements.      The Commission requested that Neil Forsyth, Iron County Road Supervisor, and Steve Platt, Iron County Engineer, and the Iron County Attorney’s Office overlay the SITLA map with a County map and determine if any additional roads need to be included as class “B”roads and to determine if additional rights of way need to be identified.

            Commissioner Adams thanked SITLA for their help in determining the roads and preparing and recording of the rights of way.

            Lois Bulloch made a motion to not oppose SITLA personnel preparing and filing deeds of right of way for roads crossing SITLA property within Iron County. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

PRAIRIE DOG MITIGATION TAKE AUTHORIZATION :

            Outgoing HCP Administrator, Blaine Cox, introduced his replacement Adam Kavalunas. The Commission welcomed Adam, and look forward to working with him.

            The mitigation request list was presented with 59.93 dogs still available for permanent take to be used during the current year. Any prairie dogs not allocated can be carried over to next year.

            The authorization for take requests is as follows:

                        Brad Seaman              3.4 dogs,         Jones Paint & Glass Property, Cedar City

                        Monty Stratton           1 dog,  3325 W Hwy 56, Cedar City

                        Phil Schmidt               10 dogs,         Gravel Pit Kitty Hawk & Airport Rd

                        Rob Bernhardi            2.7 dogs,         A-0511-0003-0002 Parowan

                        Rob Bernhardi            2.8 dog,           A-0511-0003-0000 Parowan

                        Rob Berhardi              10 dogs,          A-2305-0000-0000 Parowan

                        Dayle Flaningan         6.7 dogs.         A-0944-0031-0000 Enoch, Lot 31 The Fields Subdivision

            The Commission will distribute the additional 23.33 dogs at the next Commission Meeting on October 12, 2009 at 11:00 A.M.

            Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve the prairie dog take requests as outlined. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Mark Cox representing Rocky Mountain Power requested two(2) non permanent take prairie dogs. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve the non permanent take for Rocky Mountain Power. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Qwest Communications requested six (6) non permanent take prairie dogs. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve the non permanent take for Qwest. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

PERSONNEL MATTERS :

            Vickie Nielsen, Human Resource Secretary, presented Michelle Hagfeld as a new seasonal employee to replace Adam Kavalunas as HCP Animal Control. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve Michelle Hagfeld based on an emergency situation where this is a seasonal job with only one month left for the current year. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Vickie presented JoAnn Necochea as a volunteer in the Assessor’s Office. She is working under Workforce Services and will be paid by them. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve Jo Ann Necochea as a volunteer in the Assessor’s Office. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Vickie presented Kim Benson for approval as a contract driver for Council on Aging in the Beryl Area. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve Kim Benson as a driver with the Council on Aging. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Vickie presented for approval a position justification and a workforce assessment for an Outreach Worker replacement for the Council on Aging in Parowan. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve the position justification and a workforce assessment for an Outreach Worker and to authorize advertising the position. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Vickie presented for approval a position justification and work force assessment for a New Harmony Ambulance Lead Worker replacement and a Deputy Recorder II replacement. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve the position justifications and work force assessments for a New Harmony Ambulance Lead Worker replacement and a Deputy Recorder II replacement. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Vicki then presented for approval Carri Jeffries to be promoted from a part time Deputy Recorder to a full time Deputy Recorder II. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve the promotion as presented. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Vickie presented a request to promote Spencer Thomas from EMT Intermediate to Paramedic. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve the promotion as presented. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Vickie presented a position description for approval for a part-time Evidence Technician in the Sheriff’s Department and a full time Equipment Operator/Engineering Technician in the Engineering Department. Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve the position descriptions as presented. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

PUBLIC HEARING HOLT DAIRY INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BOND :

            Lois Bulloch made a motion to open a public hearing regarding a proposal by the County that pursuant to the provisions of Title 11, Chapter 17, Utah Code Annotated 1953, as amended (the “Act”), the County issue Industrial Revenue Bonds, Series 2009 (Holt Dairy Project) in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed Six Million Dollars ($6,000,000) (the “Bonds”) and lend the proceeds of the Bonds to Holt Dairy, LLC, or any affiliate thereof (collectively, the “Borrower”), to pay all or a portion of the costs of acquiring, constructing, and equipping certain solid waste components of a dairy facility and related facilities to be located at approximately 1600 West 400 South, Newcastle, Utah 84756 (the “Project”) which will be owned and used by the Borrower. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Allen Nielsen questioned whether the County would be exposed to liability and if taxpayer funds would be used in case of default on the bond payments.

            Sheldon Banks, representing Zions Bank, responded that this type of bonding does not expose the County to liability and in no case can the County be liable to pay back any proceeds to the bonding company. This will be a bond held by Zions Bank and in case of default, the Bank can only collect from the borrower, in this case, Holt Dairy LLC.

            There were no additional public comments whereupon Lois Bulloch made a motion to close the public hearing. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

PUBLIC HEARING CEDAR BREAKS NATIONAL PARK PROPOSAL :

            Lois Bulloch made a motion to open a public hearing to receive public comments concerning a proposal to Congress to change the designation of Cedar Breaks National Monument to National Park status, to be known as Cedar Breaks National Park. The re-designation could include the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness Area and additional property to be included within the National Park boundaries. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

            Don Young questioned if this park expansion proposal would include any private property inholdings and what effect this would have on private property rights within park boundaries.

            The Commission responded that the proposed boundary would include some private property. Either the property would be purchased or rights of way established across private lands. Currently hikers in the Ashdown Gorge, get to the bottom and cross private land to reach SR 14.

            Wendell Shallenburger asked if the proposal would restrict hunting within the park. Reed Erickson, Iron County Administrator, responded that yes it would limit hunting within the park boundaries, however in previous discussions with local wildlife groups, there is support for expanding the park.

            Wendell Shallenburger then asked about grazing of livestock within the proposed expansion. Reed responded that currently there are three livestock permittee’s of which only one is active. The permits would be grand fathered in and would be allowed to continue.

            Paul Roelandt, National Monument Supervisor, commented that a general plan would be developed for the Park. This plan could include some hunting or use by livestock.

            Allen Nielsen commented that currently, due to terrain, there is very little hunting pressure in the proposed park area or in Ashdown Gorge. He further commented that park status would close and eliminate most current uses except for hiking. He requested that the Commission not proceed with a recommendation to expand the current National Monument.

            Jim Case commented that the area is currently used by hikers and would continue have the same type of use. Mr Case questioned access across private land at the lower end of Ashdown Gorge. He stated that this issue would need to be resolved.

            David Burton, Livestock owner and permittee stated that he is opposed to the plan as this would definitely eliminate grazing within park boundaries.

            Paul Roelandt responded that the legislation can be drafted to allow grazing and hunting within the park.

            Allen Nielsen asked what advantage changing the designation from National Monument to National Park would have for Iron County residents.

            Maria Twitchell, Iron County Tourism Director, responded that studies show that changing the designation from monument to park increases visitors by two to three times. This results in more days spent in local motels and use of restaurants, creating jobs within the County.

            Theron “Bud” Bauer commented that as a private property owner, there is continued unauthorized trespass across their property by hikers and mountain bikers. By changing the designation, it would increase use across their property.

            H C “Dutch” Deutschlander, Mayor of Brian Head, spoke in support of the proposal. He explained the benefit to Brian Head and the surrounding area with an increase in summer use.

            Colby Hunt commented that support of the park proposal does not represent the feelings of the majority of County residents. He expressed opposition to the designation as a National Park.

            Brenda Bentley spoke in favor of moving forward with a National Park designation as this will favorably impact many local businesses.

            David Burton questioned how designating Cedar Breaks as a National Park would make it any more accessible than it currently is as a National Monument. There does not appear to be a way to change access through Ashdown Gorge because of wilderness designation which limits mechanized access and the Cedar Breaks already has observation areas available.

            Rex Rushton commented that hiking trails need additional maintenance to provide better access and he expressed a concern with respect for private property owners. Mr. Rushton also expressed support and mentioned that the development of a Southwest Wildlife Museum near the mouth of Cedar Canyon could be an additional draw for the area.

            Wendell Shallenburger commented that it appears not enough planning and public input has been completed prior to submitting a proposal to congress. He suggested a General Plan be developed and approved prior to submitting to congress.

            Alma Adams responded that this proposal has been in the works for several years and a lot of work by many people has gone into consideration of this proposal.

            Roger Chambers questioned why acreage was being increased outside of current Monument boundaries. The Commission responded that acreage was being increased to include proposed wilderness adjacent to the park.

            Don Young questioned whether changing the designation from a National Monument to a National Park would change access to the area as currently designated.

            Martin Tyner commented that the issue is growth and that as residents of Iron County, we need to choose the type of growth. We can either grow the tourist industry or pursue growth of heavy industry.

            Glen Bauer commented that it comes down to money. He pointed to the designation of the Ashdown Gorge wilderness and the problems this has created with trespass and the ability to utilize private property adjacent to the wilderness area. He stated that he is opposed to the expansion of the National Monument and the designation as a National Park.

            (Unnamed) commented that management of the land by the Federal Government is a major issue. He pointed out management of a naturally occurring fire near New Harmony this summer in the Pine Valley wilderness area. The fire was left to burn which resulted in the loss of homes and other buildings in the New Harmony area.

            Allen Nielsen commented regarding private property rights. He questioned if County residents were selling their birthright for tourist dollars. He stated that we should quit giving land to the Federal Government.

            (Unnamed) commented that the Country has not been built on tourism but on production. By designating this area as a park it takes additional land out of economic production.

            David Burton commented that this area is Cedar City’s watershed. By designating the area as a park, no action will be allowed to protect or improve the watershed. He also commented on the way the Federal Government managed the Spruce Beetle outbreak which has decimated the forest. If we cannot utilize resources such as timber and water, we lose control of the area. Management needs to be retained at a local level, not from Washington DC.

            After all public comments were received, Lois Bulloch made a motion to close the public hearing. Seconded by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

IRON COUNTY INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT 2008 :

            Representatives of Hafen Buckner Everett and Graff presented the annual independent audit report for 2008. The management letter was reviewed and deficiencies were identified. They noted that most deficiencies were minor problems which in some cases were related to location of offices or the amount of funds collected. There were no major concerns listed in the report.

            Lois Bulloch made a motion to accept the independent audit report for 2008 as presented. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION NOTIFICATION :

            Chad Nay, Iron County Zoning Administrator, presented a notification of a proposed conditional use permit which will be considered by the Planning Commission at the October 1, 2009 Planning Commission meeting. Circle Four Farms has requested a conditional use permit to operate a landfill adjacent to their hog operation and more specifically located within Sections 4 and 5 of Township 31 South, Range 13 West, SLB&M.

            Chad outlined several proposed conditions and he requested the Commission to review the list and get back to him of any additional conditions or changes they would recommend.

REVIEW DRAFT ASSESSMENT AREA POLICY RESOLUTION :

              Todd Stowell, Iron County Circuit Planner, presented a draft assessment area policy for review. The Commission reviewed the document and made suggestions on amendments including removing language regarding prevailing wages and suggested that language needs to be included about termination of the assessment area upon completion of the project and payment of associated bonds.

            The amendments will be made and the item will be returned for approval.

CONSERVATION EASEMENT FOR UTAH PRAIRIE DOG MITIGATION :

            Mike Worthen presented for approval documents involved in a conservation easement between Iron County and the Utah Department of Wildlife Resources for the Little Horse Valley Property which will be used as a mitigation bank for prairie dogs.

            An endowment agreement which provides funding for monitoring and enforcing the terms of the conservation easement was presented.

            A memorandum of agreement between Iron County and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service for the Little Horse Valley property to allow such property to be placed in mitigation bank was also reviewed..

            A livestock grazing permit to graze cattle on the Little Horse Valley property between Iron County and the current permittee, Henry Matheson Bulloch was presented for approval which will allow the current use to continue.

            Lois Bulloch made a motion to approve all of the agreements as presented and authorize the Commission Chair to execute the agreements in behalf of Iron County. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

TRAVEL AND CONFERENCE DRAFT POLICY FOR DISCUSSION :

            Reed Erickson presented a proposed travel policy for discussion. The policy included a new request form which provided that all out of County travel by employees must be pre approved through Department Supervisors. Supervisors would submit requests for travel through the County Administrator. It also changed reimbursement rates for per diem to match GSA rates for Utah.

            Several Departments expressed concerns with the proposed policy requiring outside of Department approval for travel. They explained that due to training availability and needs within the Department, the Department supervisor should be the final authority needed.

            The matter was tabled to allow refinement of the proposed policy.

OPERATING AGREEMENT THREE PEAKS AREA :

            Lois Bulloch presented a proposed operating agreement between the Bureau of Land Management, Cedar City Field Office and Iron County for the Greater Three Peaks Special Recreation Management Area, Cedar City, Utah.

            Concerns were raised with the addition of restroom facilities the County is expected to maintain under the agreement. Currently the County has one part time employee to service the restrooms at Three Peaks including facilities at the shooting range.

            The Commission tabled action on the agreement to allow further discussion with the BLM to limit the number of rest rooms and to put a time limit on the operating agreement.

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD :

            Don Young questioned how special assessments terminate in the proposed special assessment policy. The Commission explained that currently the assessments will end as soon as the project is paid in full. There are, however special assessment areas such as Summit SSD which provides water to the Summit area that are ongoing because of the service provided.

            Wendell Shallenburger commented that the County Department supervisors are hired to manage their departments. Travel and training requirements should be left to Department supervisors.

PETITION FOR ANNEXATION :

            The County has received a notice from Enoch City that an application for annexation of what is known as the Alger-Richardson Addition. A 51% majority of the owners of the said real property desire to have the property annexed into Enoch City, UT.

            Lois Bulloch made a motion not to oppose the annexation as noticed. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

CAPITAL FACILITIES IMPROVEMENT LIST UPDATE :

            Reed Erickson noted that the County Capital Improvement plan for both a 1 year and 5 year plan needs to be completed and submitted to the Five County Association of Governments prior to October. Projects proposed to be funded through grants or loans through the Permanent Community Impact Board must be included on the list. This matter was tabled and will be updated at the next Commission meeting.

CALENDER SCHEDULE COORDINATION : 

Reed Erickson coordinated calendars with the Commissioners for the next two weeks.

ADJOURN :

            The meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m. on a motion by Lois Bulloch. Second by Alma Adams. Voting: Alma Adams, Aye; Lois Bulloch, Aye.

 

 

Signed: Alma L. Adams, Chairman

 

                                                               

Attest: David I. Yardley

County Clerk