|
|
Home » City Government » Council » Minutes Archives; 2000 - 2003 » 2002 Council Minutes » December 3, 2002
December 3, 2002
The Lindon City Council held a regularly scheduled meeting at 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, December 3, 2002, in the Lindon City Center Council Chambers at 100 North State Street, Lindon, Utah.
Conducting: Larry A. Ellertson, Mayor
Pledge of Allegiance: Billy Clayton, Troop 1215
Invocation: Jerald Hatch
PRESENT ABSENT
Larry A. Ellertson, Mayor Lindsey Bayless, Councilmember
Jeff Acerson, Councilmember Kevin Smith, Planning Director
H. Toby Bath, Councilmember
James A. Dain, Councilmember
Jerald I. Hatch, Councilmember
Ott H. Dameron, City Administrator
Venla Gubler, Administrative Clerk
The Meeting began at 7:08 P.M.
MINUTES
The Minutes of the meeting of November 19, 2002 will be ready for review on December 17, 2002.
OPEN SESSION - Citizens comments
Mayor Ellertson welcomed the Scout Troops represented. There was no public comment.
MAYOR’S COMMENTS AND REPORT
Mayor Ellertson reported that progress continues on development of 700 North Street, on hillside preservation issues and on the establishment of a public trail along the Murdock Canal. He asked if there were any questions. There were none.
CONSENT AGENDA - No items.
CURRENT BUSINESS
1. Discussion - Semaphore Signal Activation Units - Fire Department. Mark Hales, Fire Chief, will be present to discuss a proposal for installing semaphore signal activation units on all signal lights in the city. These units will give firemen the ability to activate the signal light to enhance safe passage through an intersection.
Mayor Ellertson invited Fire Chief Mark Hales to explain his proposal. Chief Hales passed out a flyer and cost comparison to the Council. He explained that the State of Utah put a new signal on the intersection of State Street and Pleasant Grove Boulevard and offered to put in a preemption system for public safety. This allows ambulance and emergency crews to control the lights. He commented that it changes all the lights red except the one in the direction that the public safety vehicle is traveling from a distance of 2500 feet away. He observed that this decreases the response time to emergency calls and improves the safety of crews and the public. Mayor Ellertson confirmed that the system can be activated from public safety vehicles which will change the light to green in the direction of travel.
Mr. Hales went over the cost estimates for the Council. He informed the Council that there are two companies that offer the preemption equipment necessary for this system. There is a discount for the number of units purchased, so it would be to Lindon City’s advantage to acquire these units along with Pleasant Grove City. He told the Council that he had talked to Orem officials who are using both company’s products and they prefer the Tomar system which has a ten year guarantee. Provo has told him that if they had to start over they would choose the Tomar System also.
Councilmember Bath asked about installation costs. Chief Hales replied that those costs are unknown as yet. He needs to check with the State. He added that the Pleasant Grove City Council has approved seven systems for purchase and are planning to install one or two to start and the rest over the next several years like Orem has done. The cost for seven lights in just under $19,000.
Chief Hales suggested that Lindon look towards the future when deciding which intersections to equip. He suggested for the present to consider 400 North and State Street, 200 South and Geneva Road, 600 South and Lindon Park Drive, and 600 South and Geneva Road.
Councilmember Bath commented that the patent and technology is what makes the difference in the two types of systems. Chief Hales observed that the control works on both of the systems so there is no danger of not clearing traffic. He suggested that the controllers be used in the fire engines, rescue vehicles and ambulances for now. The emitters cost $450 each if bought now and $500 to $600 if bought later.
Mayor Ellertson asked about the availability of the units. Chief Hales replied that an order would be shipped within two weeks. Pleasant Grove is planning to order within the next week. Councilmember Bath clarified that a new installation on a state road will be free under that state’s offer. Mayor Ellertson noted that Lindon would save about $1,000 by buying now in anticipation of signalization for the new 700 North street intersections at State Street and Geneva Road. Mr. Dameron commented that he would look at the budget for funding since this was not a planned budgetary expenditure. Councilmember Acerson asked if the public safety department had looked at these installations before. Chief Hales replied that they had presentations from the other company before, but they were more expensive. This company he recommends (Tomar) is offering competition and a package deal. Councilmember Acerson asked if this is new technology and will these units become more readily available and at a lower price later. Chief Hales replied no–it is not new but improved. Mayor Ellertson asked if there were questions. Mr. Dameron pointed out that the lights suggested for 600 South are partly in Orem. Councilmember Bath asked if the company would give a quantity discount for Lindon’s order separate from Pleasant Grove’s. Chief Hales was not sure.
Chief Hales thanked the Council for their time and told them he would let them know on the installation costs.
2. Review and Action - Bid Award. Bids were received and opened on November 26, 2002 for the construction of the public works storage bids. The low and only bidder was KBR Systems, Inc. in the amount of $62,381. Staff recommends the contract for this project be awarded to KBR Systems, Inc.
Councilmember Dain commented on the fact that there was only on one bidder on this project. Mr. Dameron commented that there was another bidder, but the time deadline was missed and he was $8,000 higher. The bid that came in higher and late was discussed.
COUNCILMEMBER DAIN MOVED TO ACCEPT THE LOW BID OF $62,381 FROM KBR SYSTEMS, INC AND AWARD THE CONTRACT TO THEM FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS STORAGE BINS. COUNCILMEMBER ACERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
3. Resolution - Extension of Period for Holding District I Park Impact Fees. Staff requests the Council consider approval of Resolution No. 2002-12 which authorizes holding the District I park impact fees for an additional one year period. This action is necessary due to factors surrounding the potential sale of property in this area to the Forest Service which might impact the location of a future park on the east side of the city.
Mayor Ellertson explained that this Resolution gives official sanction to the holding of impact fee funds for the development of a park and hillside preservation on the east side of Lindon.
After discussion, COUNCILMEMBER ACERSON MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2002-12, APPROVING THE HOLDING OF IMPACT FEES FOR PARK DISTRICT I AN ADDITIONAL ONE YEAR PERIOD. COUNCILMEMBER HATCH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE VOTE IS RECORDED AS FOLLOWS:
COUNCILMEMBER ACERSON AYE
COUNCILMEMBER BATH AYE
COUNCILMEMBER BAYLESS ABSENT
COUNCILMEMBER DAIN AYE
COUNCILMEMBER HATCH AYE
THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY WITH ONE ABSENT (4-0).
COUNCILMEMBER DAIN MOVED TO ADJOURN THE CITY COUNCIL AT 7:45 P.M. AND CONVENE THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY. COUNCILMEMBER BATH SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
BOARDMEMBER BATH MOVED TO ADJOURN THE LINDON CITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND RECONVENE THE CITY COUNCIL AT 8:05 P.M.. BOARDMEMBER HATCH SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
WATER, GENERAL PLAN, BUILDING INSPECTION, ENGINEERING
Councilmember Dain reported that Hugh Jacobs had requested the Mayor’s attendance at a start up meeting for the “Back Country Horsemen.” He felt that this organization would have value to Lindon in policing the foothills. He also submitted information on the possible purchase of a well from Lindon Pumping Company.
SEWER, SOLID WASTE, PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND PROPERTIES
Councilmember Hatch had no report for tonight.
TRAILS, PLANNING, ZONING, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, ADMINISTRATION
Councilmember Bayless was excused.
STREETS, SIDEWALKS, PUBLIC SAFETY AND COURT
Councilmember Bath had no report for tonight.
PARKS, RECREATION, EMERGENCY MNGMNT, LINDON FAIR, NEWSLETTER
Councilmember Acerson asked for an update on the burglaries on the east side of the city. He reported that burglaries are still occurring, primarily to citizens who had left their homes and cars unlocked.
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Mr. Dameron:
1. Announced that the City Christmas Party would be on Friday, December 6. He added that no gifts are needed and the dress is casual.
2. Informed the Council that the Engineering Coordination meeting will be held Wednesday, December 11, at noon. Councilmembers Acerson and Bath volunteered to attend.
3. Asked the Mayor to discuss the suggestion concerning Council visits on the businesses of Lindon. Mayor Ellertson commented that he felt that recognition of the contribution of business to the well-being of Lindon would be appreciated. Councilmember Dain observed that this would be a nice gesture. Mayor Ellertson felt that the Council should let business owners know that they are available to hear them. He suggested a rotation schedule and possibly divide up the number of businesses between the members of the Council to visit once a year. Councilmember Dain suggested a formal letter to make an appointment and not a surprise visit for the business owner’s comfort. There was discussion of the Chamber of Commerce visiting new businesses. Councilmember Acerson suggested inviting them to a Council meeting. Mr. Dameron felt there may be some intimidation in that approach. Councilmember Dain told of a similar situation at the University that had made some vendors feel appreciated.
4. Reported on the status of the meeting held to discuss the solid waste district operations. He commented that the City Managers of the member cities had suggested that a technical committee be formed made of a few city managers to assist the manager of the District. The District is losing money and the reserves area are down to the legal limit. There was a discussion of the Cedar Valley C&D landfill and the expensive nature of the use of this facility. Mr. Dameron commented that the District Board is large and unwieldy and an executive committee made up of a few representatives was suggested to make recommendations to the full Board. He felt that some organizational changes might be needed at the District.
5. Reported on progress for the Gateway lighting scheme. He informed the Council that the committee had met with vendors and had decided to go with Halophane. This is the company which has worked with Orem City. The same scheme as what is used in the Orem residential areas will be used–an acorn-shaped light head with no cage or finial, and a non-fluted (except on the base), black pole will be recommended to Mr. Johansen of Gateway LLC. There was a reminder about the banner arm and plug on each pole.
6. Thanked the Council members who were able to attend Dennis Smith’s retirement party on November 30. He felt that Dennis was pleased to see them there.
7. Reported that the 700 North utility project began on December 2. There was discussion of the date for Walkers Convenience Store’s Grand Opening, final approvals, and a city entry sign.
8. Informed the Council and Mayor that the United Way contributions from the City and employees had more than doubled this year and reminded the Mayor about the promised lunch.
9. Reported that the Mayor had learned of a new Home Depot warehouse construction project proposed for American Fork. Mr. Dameron met with the local manager who estimates a drop in business of 35-40% in the Lindon store. He said he will take this reduction of sales tax revenues into account in the coming year’s budget.
COUNCILMEMBER ACERSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE PAY VOUCHERS. COUNCILMEMBER BATH SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
COUNCILMEMBER DAIN MOVED TO ADJOURN AT 8:30 P.M. COUNCILMEMBER BATH SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
APPROVED - December 17,2002
_______________________________________
Ott H. Dameron, City Administrator/Recorder
_______________________________________
Larry A. Ellertson, Mayor |
|
|
