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Home » City Government » Council » Minutes Archives; 2000 - 2003 » 2001 Council Minutes » February 20, 2001
February 20, 2001
The Lindon City Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 20, 2001 beginning at 6:00 P.M. in the Lindon City Center Council Chambers at 100 North State Street, Lindon, Utah.
WORK SESSION
Conducting: Mayor Larry A. Ellertson
PRESENT
Larry A. Ellertson, Mayor
Lindsey Bayless, Councilmember
James A. Dain, Councilmember
Jerald I Hatch, Councilmember
Ott H. Dameron, City Administrator
Kevin Smith, Planning Director
Venla Gubler, Administrative Clerk ABSENT
Jeff Acerson, Councilmember
Toby Bath, Councilmember
The Work Session began at 6:15 P.M.
Following direction given from a Retreat held by the Council on February 10, 2001, a discussion of plans for the city’s Pathways and Trails will be held.
Planning Director Kevin Smith displayed proposed cross sections of a local street and a collector street with the pathway system included on one side. The costs of installation of a normal street profile and a “pathway street” profile were compared. Costs of a “pathway street” were compared if the street was divided along the centerline of the street or along the centerline of the right-of-way. Councilmember Dain expressed a concern that one side of the street not pay more than the other side. The comparison was more equal by dividing down the centerline of the right-of-way rather than the centerline of the roadway.
The Councilmembers discussed the narrowness of the pavement on a local street when a pathway was included in the cross section. Other narrow streets in the County were compared to this proposal. Councilmember Bayless commented that consideration had been given to taking out the sidewalk on one side of the street. Councilmember Hatch Dain observed that some residents would not be content with that scenario and would want sidewalk in front of their homes. The Council discussed installing the sidewalk within the utility easement in front of every home rather than in the street right-of-way. Mayor Ellertson suggested that two feet could be added to the width of the pavement if the sidewalks were put in the utility easements.
Councilmember Bayless questioned how this cross section would be applied to collector streets like 400 East that are already constructed, but have no sidewalk or curb and gutter. Councilmember Dain commented that he could see this being applied only in new developments. Mayor Ellertson remarked that the street could be built out to the full 66 foot width and then paint striping could be applied to narrow the travel lanes and define a pathway on one side. Mr. Smith suggested taking out the turn lane in the center of the street and putting the sidewalk within the utility easements to allow construction of pathways in the right-of-way easement of the street. Councilmember Dain commented that residents along the street would probably prefer parking on the side of the street over a center turn lane, if they had to choose. He also observed that travelers passing through the area prefer turn lanes because they don’t have to slow down for left turners. He asked Mr. Smith if left turn lanes were required for Federal compliance or funding. Mr. Smith replied that the turn lanes were not required.
Mayor Ellertson observed that consideration could be given to street cross sections without concrete curb and gutter that used “swales.” Mr. Smith pointed out a development that was using this concept at the Point of the Mountain. He suggested that if this proposal was adopted, the “park strip” of landscaping could be widened and the sidewalk still be constructed within the utility easement. Councilmember Dain used his corner lot at 400 East and 400 North as an example to illustrate what would happen if the street were widened out to full width. He commented that his fence would be taken out and observed there would be a substantial grade differential behind the curb. The Councilmembers discussed how a swale could possibly solve the grade differential problem. Ray Walker’s home on 400 East was also discussed. He has a wall that could present problems in the event of widening the street to full width. The possibility of jogging the sidewalk in and out to go around his wall was considered. Mayor Ellertson suggested that in Ray Walker’s case, the area between the curb and gutter and the landscaping could be used as the pathway. Mr. Smith observed that conditions to amend the cross section as needed could be added as part of the ordinance.
Mayor Ellertson commented that the pathway system could be part of the city almost immediately by painting striping on the pavement. Mr. Smith confirmed that the Councilmembers were in consensus that the standard cross section for a collector street would not include a turn lane. Mayor Ellertson asked the Councilmembers if they were agreeable to the proposal that if curb and gutter were not required, the travel lanes would be widened. Councilmember Dain confirmed that the flexible items in the cross section are the curb and gutter, the placement of the sidewalk either in the right-of-way or the utility easement, and the width of the landscaping strip. The Councilmembers discussed widening the travel lanes in the local street cross section.
Mr. Smith asked if the goal of narrow streets was to calm traffic or to allow room for the pathway system. Councilmember Dain confirmed that the purpose of narrow streets was two-fold and both goals applied. Mr. Smith observed that the only local streets affected by the pathway system were Gillman Lane and 40 South. The remainder of the pathway system followed collector streets. He asked if the Council intended that all streets in Lindon be included in the pathway system. Councilmember Bayless proposed that the street/pathway profile be required for all new construction of streets in Lindon. Councilmember Hatch observed that this requirement would set Lindon apart from other communities in Utah County and would beautify the streetscapes. Councilmember Dain asked who would be responsible for maintaining the park strip. It was decided that the homeowners would care for the landscaping in front of their homes. Mr. Smith observed that the sidewalks on both sides of the street could be moved into the utility easements and planter strips added to both sides of the street. He cited an example of this proposal in Herriman. Mayor Ellertson expressed agreement with this design. He confirmed with the Councilmembers that an additional two feet could be added to the travel lanes on local streets by using this cross section design.
Mr. Smith observed that he would incorporate the Councilmembers suggestions into the cross sections and the draft ordinance #17.76. He asked the Councilmembers to review the trail cross section. He showed them a picture and described the trail cross section as 20 feet wide with white rail fence on both sides. Eight feet of the proposed trail easement would be the crushed gravel surface. The Councilmembers were agreeable.
They examined the map of the proposed Lindon City Pathways and Trails System. Mayor Ellertson asked if the current map reflected the changes requested in the last discussion of the system. Mr. Smith pointed out that the changes were hand-drawn on the map. Mayor Ellertson suggested that a pathway be shown on 200 North off Canal Drive to Main thru the Homestead Subdivision. Councilmember Bayless suggested that a trail be shown through the Hollow Park around the L-shape. Mayor Ellertson suggested that this trail also be shown extended through to 400 North.
The Work Session was concluded at 7:01 P.M.
REGULAR SESSION
Conducting: Mayor Larry A. Ellertson
Pledge of Alligiance: Lindsey Bayless
Invocation: Larry Ellertson
PRESENT
Larry A. Ellertson, Mayor
Lindsey Bayless, Councilmember
James A. Dain, Councilmember
Jerald I Hatch, Councilmember
Ott H. Dameron, City Administrator
Kevin Smith, Planning Director
Venla Gubler, Administrative Clerk ABSENT
Jeff Acerson, Councilmember
Toby Bath, Councilmember
The meeting began at 7:05 P.M.
MINUTES
Review of the minutes of February 6, 2001.
The minutes of the regular meeting of February 6, 2001 were held. The following corrections were made:
Page 3, Line 33.34: Add the phrase “at the City Park or” after the name “State Street.”
Page 5, Line 14: Add the word “drainage” before the word “flow.”
Page 6, Line 13: Add the words “overhead power” before the word “transmission.”
Page 6, Line 31: Replace the word “replied” after the name “Ellertson” with the word “estimated.”
Page 7, Line 40: Replace the word “may” after the word “children” with the words “would also.”
Page 7, Line 40,41: Add the phrase “through co-location revenue being distributed to the Rocky Mountain and Lindon Elementary Schools” after the word “eventually.”
Page 8, Line 26: Add the phrase “in certain configurations” after the acronym “EMF.”
Page 8, Line 26, 27: Replace the word “canceling” before the word “effect” with the word “off-setting.”
Page 9, Line 1: Add the phrase “studies have shown that” before the word “power.”
Page 10, Line 29: Replace the word “added” after the name “Westbroek” with the word “reminded.”
Page 10, Line 29, 30: Replace the word “and” after the word “structure” with a period and start the new sentence with the phrase “After discussion, the Council decided that.”
Page 10, Line 30: Replace the word “is” after the word “height” with the words “should be.”
Page 10, Line 42: Add the words “OF THE POLES” after the word “AESTHETICS.”
Page 14, Line 18: Add the words “of the Hillside Preservation” after the word “phase.”
Page 14, Line 28: Replace the words “about a” before the word “piping” with the word “if.” Add the word “in” after the word “piping.” Add the word “old” before the word “drainage.”
Page 14, Line 29: Add the words “was abandoned” after the word “Entrance.”
Page 14, Line 32: Replace the words “should be available” after the word “funds” with the words “availability should be decided.”
Page 14, Line 33,34: Replace the word “was” after the word “resolution” with the words “for 2001 is.” Add the phrase “where we want them to be used this year” after the word “project.”
Page 15, Line 7,8: Add the phrase “and that a tour would be nice” after the word “building.”
Page 16, Line 9: Replace the name “Lindon/Pleasant Grove” before the word “Coordination” with the word “Engineering.”
COUNCILMEMBER HATCH MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 6, 2001 AS CORRECTED. COUNCILMEMBER BAYLESS SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
OPEN SESSION - Citizens comments
There was no comment from the public.
MAYOR’S COMMENTS/REPORT
Mayor Ellertson reported that he was continuing the process to find funding for the connecting roads between Lindon and the new freeway interchange. He added that he was hopeful that the Utah Legislature would award the funding needed.
Mayor Ellertson remarked that work was continuing on the preservation of the hillside on the east side of Lindon with the Forest Service and other entities. Some funding seems to be available to facilitate this project.
Mayor Ellertson commented that the public hearing on the General Plan would continue with this meeting. He noted that the Work Session just completed was on the Pathways and Trails System, which is a part of the General Plan of Lindon City. He commented that Councilmember Bayless is the head of the Pathways and Trails Committee and Councilmember Dain is the head of the General Plan Committee. He asked that any comments or questions on these items outside of this meeting be directed to Planning Director Kevin Smith.
Mayor Ellertson asked if the audience had any questions for him. There was no response.
BUSINESS
1. Request for Funding - Miss Timpanogos Pageant. Heather Osmond, Director of this pageant, will present information to the Council about this new organization. Cedar Hills, Alpine, Highland and Lindon are listed as members. Ms. Osmond is requesting the funding provided in the budget for the Strawberry Days Pageant to be redirected to this new organization.
It was determined that Heather Osmond was not present in the audience. After discussion, COUNCILMEMBER DAIN MOVED TO HOLD THIS ITEM UNTIL MS. OSMOND ARRIVED. COUNCILMEMBER HATCH SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
COUNCILMEMBER DAIN MOVED TO OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE LINDON CITY GENERAL PLAN. COUNCILMEMBER BAYLESS SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
2. Continued Public Hearing - Lindon City General Plan - Revision. The City Council will hear public comment and possibly act to amend and revise the Lindon City General Plan. The last update was completed in 1995. A committee of community volunteers headed by Councilmember Dain and assisted by staff had prepared this revised General Plan. This item was continued from the meeting of January 16, 2001 and February 6, 2001.
Mayor Ellertson asked if there were any specific issues the members of the audience had come to address. There was no response. Mr. Smith began his presentation by placing a map of Pleasant Grove’s proposed Pleasant Grove Boulevard and its connecting streets on the overhead projector. He showed how these roads were proposed to connect to Lindon. Mayor Ellertson commented that the funding from the Legislature mentioned earlier in his report was intended for these roads as shown. Councilmember Dain asked if the funding included acquisition and construction of roads or only construction. Mayor Ellertson indicated that both were requested.
Mr. Smith drew the Councilmembers’ attention to the newest draft of the General Plan and reviewed the changes made in the wording in the land use section. Mr. Ken Homestead of the Utah County Realtors Association wondered if Lindon was working with Pleasant Grove on the Lindon border area to find compatible uses across the city limits. Mr. Smith assured him that dialogue between the two cities was continuing and that nothing incompatible was being planned.
Councilmember Bayless observed that she was struggling with the wording proposed in the land use section on residential housing. She noted that the “flexibility” suggested was not designated for a specific area of Lindon and could be applied community-wide. Mr. Smith noted that the designation “west of Geneva Road” could be added to this section. Councilmember Dain suggested that the “flexibility” section be applied where it buffers commercial or industrial areas. Councilmember Bayless expressed concern that the established part of Lindon not be open to this clause. It was decided to limit this statement’s application to the area “west of Geneva Road.”
Mr. Smith presented an idea board that included pictures, site plans, and drawings of town developments and neo-traditional establishments that mixed commercial shops and offices with residential “flats” and apartments. He promoted the concept as “encouraging home occupations.” Councilmember Dain commented that the “SCAMP” project in Provo was similar. Mayor Ellertson observed that the west side of new development planned for the area of UVSC in Orem was also similar. Mr. Smith commented that Eagle Mountain’s Master Plan includes these concepts. He mentioned that in considering these proposed projects, density would not be the issue, but the design would be the prime consideration. He remarked that indications from would-be developers are that one-half acre lots will not supply the “rooftop” demands of commercial enterprises, or make the installation of city services economically feasible.
Councilmember Dain asked what the timetable is for finishing comment on the General Plan. He wondered if definite lines needed to be drawn on the land use plan in tonight’s meeting. Mr. Smith responded that if the Council wanted to finish tonight, the lines would need to be drawn. However, he suggested that if the Councilmembers were wholly undecided on where to demarcate the land use designations, the area west of Geneva Road not in Light or Heavy Industrial could be assigned the Research and Business zone for the interim and changed this summer when Pleasant Grove finished their General Plan review.
Mayor Ellertson asked if the public had any comment to this point. Mr. Clark Taylor of Schaeffer Industries reiterated his company’s request that their entire parcel remain in Heavy Industrial land use and un-bisected by proposed roadways. Mr. Ron Anderson, a property owner near Schaeffer and a Lindon City Planning Commissioner, commented that part of the proposed road not on Schaeffer Industries land was already a county designated road. He observed that if that road was moved north to follow the Schaeffer property line, two property owners would be landlocked. Mayor Ellertson asked about the possibility of extending 1200 West to the south. Mr. Anderson pointed out that the State Pond and the Martin Snow property were obstacles to that extension. The Councilmembers explored other possible links to Geneva Road through the Industrial area. Mr. Dameron pointed out that the General Plan was a document that envisioned what would ultimately do the most good for the city and suggested that the Councilmembers “plan it like you see it” and then let development decide if it happened or not. Mr. Taylor suggested that they leave it off for now and add it later when a developer came in with a proposal. Councilmember Dain felt Mr. Taylor’s suggestion would work for now with the northern road, but objected to leaving off the road near the freeway. Mr. Taylor restated his request not to carve up the Schaeffer property and not to plan roads through the parcel. Councilmember Dain observed that the south road by the freeway connected the area between the Heavy Industrial area and the freeway with Geneva Road on the South end. He pointed out that 500 North would be the only access in and out of the area without this connection.
Mayor Ellertson initiated discussion of the use of the Universal Industrial building. He asked if the use was light industrial or heavy industrial. Mr. Dameron confirmed that the building was being used as a non-conforming heavy industrial use. The present zoning is Light Industrial. Councilmember Dain suggested that designating this property as Heavy Industrial expanded the area that needed buffering. He advocated leaving the property as Light Industrial. Mayor Ellertson expressed discomfort at designating a building primarily designed for Heavy Industrial use to Light Industrial. The Councilmembers discussed how the old ordinance meshed the Light and Heavy Industrial uses into one area. Mr. Smith pointed out some potential businesses allowed by the Heavy Industrial designation that could be accommodated in this building. Mayor Ellertson pronounced that if these businesses could contain their noise and dust on site, why not allow them? Mr. Anderson explained that this building was originally approved as a warehouse, not a Heavy Industrial use. It was changed to this use subsequently. Mr. Smith explained that if the use was left as Light Industrial, the building could be sold to another heavy industrial use upon application to the Planning Commission to amend the use from Light Industrial. Otherwise any Heavy Industrial use permitted in the zoning ordinance could use the building without Planning Commission review.
The Councilmembers discussed and decided to leave the road that cut across the Schaeffer property on the south end, remove the road that bisected the Schaeffer property on the north end, and leave the land use designation of the Universal Industrial building as Light Industrial. Mayor Ellertson asked about moving the road originally proposed to bisect the Schaeffer property north to the property line. It was examined and found that the road would only serve the backs of properties and was not necessary.
Mr. Smith asked the Commissioners Councilmembers for their opinion on the necessary depth of lots fronting on 700 North Street. Commercial ventures that may require a deeper lot were discussed. It was decided to not deepen the commercial land use designation on the south side of 700 North.
The residential component was discussed next. Mr. Smith asked the Councilmembers if they would prefer the MCR designation over the Mixed Commercial designation. This would allow for tenant flats over the commercial businesses on 700 North. Councilmember Bayless expressed concern that the area was far removed from all the other residential areas and would have no convenient access to schools and churches. Mayor Ellertson asked if Pleasant Grove was looking at MCR. Mr. Smith replied yes. Councilmember Dain expressed concern that the MCR area would be hard to determine without seeing a proposal. Mayor Ellertson wondered if the land use flexibility statement would work better with the MC designation or the MCR designation. Mr. Smith stated that the statement would work with either designation. It would allow ideas to be presented to the Planning Commission and the City Council for their consideration.
Councilmember Bayless suggested that developers submit plans that provide services for these communities and not isolate them. Mr. Smith suggested that developers look at projects of 100 acres or more and develop whole communities. Mr. Homestead of the UAR suggested a minimum of 20 acres. He felt the size of the proposed minimum project limited some developers out of the market and the area would be slower to develop. Mr. Dale Johnson submitted the idea that this area is the last frontier in Business Center Development and could be the hub of the Northern Utah County area if it is designed right.
Mayor Ellertson suggested that the plan could be less specific and then take more time to develop. Mr. Smith observed that if 600 homes were built in the area, it would not be as attractive to business because of the compatibility issue. He felt businesses would draw on a one- to three-mile radius of residential, but that some moderate income housing may be allowed if the design is right. Mr. Kent Anderson commented that any housing project would not impact the commercial draw and would be too remote from other parts of the city for effective service. Mr. Smith commented that Pleasant Grove also considered the area near the freeway too remote from the developed city for services. They considered the new area as Pleasant Grove #2, a separate area that would need to create their own community.
Mayor Ellertson commented that he would prefer MC to MCR near 700 North. He felt a “Burton Lumber” would not be compatible with a townhome project and 700 North would be the feeder to everything happening in the area. He asked if the PSOMAS study had any suggestions or recommendations for the area. Mr. Smith replied that the weakness of the PSOMAS study was that they considered the whole area rather than individual communities. The study did not work as well if the cities were considered separately. Mr. Johnson reiterated that the streets from the population centers of Alpine, Highland, Eagle Mountain, and American Fork all feed back to this area and it could be the focal point for business.
Mr. Smith told the Council that he would work on the MC draft. He proposed that the Council consider self-contained communities for the area. Mayor Ellertson asked what would determine permitted and conditional uses in the MC zone. Mr. Smith replied that the land use table that is part of the ordinances would determine those uses. This table would be considered with the public hearing on the proposed ordinance.
Mr. Ron Anderson asked if the Timpanogos Special Service District had been approached to service the west side of Lindon. Mayor Ellertson replied affirmatively. Mr. Smith talked briefly about planning for the future commuter rail station near Lindon’s northwest border with American Fork. Mr. Homestead asked for a timetable on the development of 700 North. Mayor Ellertson answered that he was hopeful it could be completed in the next 2-5 years. Councilmember Hatch commented that construction of 700 North depended on development.
Mr. Smith asked the Councilmembers for a decision on the land use designation of properties west of Geneva Road not designated as Light or Heavy Industrial, or Recreational. The Council asked Mr. Anderson and Mr. Blackhurst, as the major property owners in that area, what they envisioned. Mr. Anderson acknowledged that a crystal ball was needed to see the future. His major concern is to remain flexible, but keep out objectionable businesses. He expressed a preference for the MC land use designation. Mr. Blackhurst also cautioned flexibility and an open mind to change. He expressed a preference for the MCR land use designation. He commented that he dreaded future comments on what might have been if an objectionable business was allowed in the area.
Mr. Smith promoted a new, updated and restrictive land use table just completed by the Orem City Planning Department. Mayor Ellertson asked if the Council preferred to designate most of the area MC and asked Mr. Smith to further develop and revise the MC zone ordinance. He verified that the MC did not have any provisions for residential use. Councilmember Bayless suggested that the Light Industrial in the MC be replaced by residential. Mr. Smith explained briefly about the compatibility of residential with business–the lighting, loudspeakers, and working late involved in some businesses that infringe on residential homes.
Mr. Homestead commented that the market will drive the development of the area. He suggested that the Council be prepared to “roll with the ideas.” He asked questions concerning the commuter and light rail centers. Mr. Smith explained the plan to extend light rail through American Fork, Pleasant Grove, and Lindon on the Geneva spur. He also touched on the commuter rail station planned for the spur by the Utah Lake. Mayor Ellertson added that these plans were looking about 30 years into the future.
Mr. Smith observed that the General Plan now had a goal statement and some guidelines in the residential element. Councilmember Dain asked the property owners to define the boundaries between the MC and C, or if they would prefer it all in MC with the residential statement. Mayor Ellertson asked if the Light Industrial should be replaced by the MC. Mr. Ron Anderson commented that he felt the MC was too restrictive for Light Industrial businesses. He would prefer that the Light Industrial designation remain as a buffer for the Heavy Industrial zone. Mayor Ellertson initiated discussion on the size of the Light Industrial buffer zone. Mr. Ron Anderson expressed the opinion that there was good demand for property with the Light Industrial zoning. Mr. Blackhurst commented that where his property bordered the Pleasant Grove Heavy Industrial area should also be designated Light Industrial or MC. Mayor Ellertson confirmed with Mr. Blackhurst that the commercial designation was not workable in the area north of 700 North and south of Pleasant Grove’s Heavy Industrial area. Mr. Blackhurst explained that the commercial inquiries he had received so far were not interested in backing up to Heavy Industrial. He suggested that the MC would be better with the potential for High Density housing, campus R&B, or Retirement (Assisted Living) Housing like what is proposed around the Pleasant Grove business, DOTS.
Mr. Homestead urged the Council to decide what they don’t want. Mr. Smith explained the restrictions would be in the new land use table. He asked the Council if they wanted to move on and he would take the comments and come back with more plans at the next meeting. Councilmember Dain expressed favor to this plan and asked that the MC ordinance draft be revised for the next meeting also.
Mr. Ron Anderson discussed the proposed connecting road from Sam White Lane in Pleasant Grove to 700 North in Lindon. He felt the crossroad should connect into one of Lindon’s north south corridors of 1200 West, 1400 West or 1700 West rather than just dead end. Mr. Smith agreed to check with Pleasant Grove City to coordinate the connection.
Mayor Ellertson proposed language changes to the General Plan draft. He noted that the Table of Contents needed to be revised, suggested that more be added on public safety and animals. Discussion was held on possibly making recreation a separate element of the General Plan.
COUNCILMEMBER BAYLESS MOVED TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. COUNCILMEMBER HATCH SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
WATER, GENERAL PLAN, BUILDING INSPECTION, ENGINEERING
Councilmember Dain presented the Council with a proposed remodel sketch for the building east of the City Center intended to house the new Pleasant Grove/Lindon Fire Department Substation. The Councilmembers discussed the design and exterior finish proposed for the structure. Mr. Dameron asked if drive-though-doors were planned for the fire truck’s access. Councilmember Dain explained that he didn’t think the drive-through access necessary and some essential storage may be lost if implemented.
Councilmember Dain reported that the Provo River Water Users Association had notified shareholders of a 40% cut in water use for the coming year because of low reserves.
SEWER, SOLID WASTE, PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND PROPERTIES
Councilmember Hatch reported that he had discussed the conflict between subdivision CC & R’s and the Lindon City Master Plan and Ordinances with an attorney. The attorney expressed the opinion that if there are conflicts, the Lindon City Master Plan and Ordinances would override the CC & R’s.
TRAILS, PLANNING, ZONING, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS, ADMINISTRATION
Councilmember Bayless, referring to the previous discussion of the General Plan, rhetorically asked, “Do we want to be the Commercial Hub of the Valley?”
Councilmember Bayless inquired into the status of Aseptic Services. Mr. Dameron reported that Mr. Kalii intended to appeal the Planning Commission decision to deny his conditional use permit.
Councilmember Bayless reported a zoning violation on Geneva Road at a Spa sales business.
STREETS, SIDEWALKS, PUBLIC SAFETY AND COURT
Councilmember Bath was not present.
PARKS, RECREATION, EMERGENCY MNGMNT, LINDON FAIR, NEWSLETTER
Councilmember Acerson was not present.
ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
Mr. Dameron:
1. Drew attention to a preview copy of an ordinance clarifying the utility billing policy for rental units.
2. Asked the Councilmembers to notice results of a public meeting for the North Valley Connectors Study.
3. Reported that Councilmember Bath had conveyed the message that the Center for Domestic Violence had received a federal grant this year and would not be requesting additional funds from Lindon City. Councilmember Bath also reported to Mr. Dameron that he had seen the First Aid Kit mentioned by Councilmember Acerson at a previous meeting and had been impressed by it. The Councilmembers discussed the kit’s availability.
4. Inquired if the Mayor and Councilmembers planned to attend the Alpine School District Lunch meeting. Mayor Ellertson confirmed his attendance.
5. Announced an assignment change at Duval, Hansen, Witt & Morley. Mr. Tucker Hansen will be the new Lindon City Prosecutor.
6. Discussed a proposed plan by a developer for a Swimming Pool complex near the Pheasant Brook Park.
7. Reported that Lindon resident, Tammy Northrup, had contacted him about increasing the library reimbursement. Mr. Dameron asked her to contact Councilmember Dain.
8. Initiated discussion to make the Retreat more efficient and effective. Councilmember Bayless felt the agenda was too comprehensive and suggested a separate work session or possibly that staff reports could be given at City Council meetings in January and February. Councilmember Dain suggested that the Retreat be a goal setting session for the City. He also suggested meeting in the evening or on two Saturdays, rather than one all-day Saturday session. It was the consensus of the Council that the Department Heads come to Council meetings to give their reports and the Saturday Retreat session be reserved for goal setting, issue resolution and limited information gathering.
9. Reported that the Spay and Neuter Clinic had been highly successful. He recommended that another date be confirmed with the Clinic operators.
10. Suggested the Hampton Inn of St. George for the reservations needed to attend the Utah League Conference in April. The Councilmembers concurred.
11. Received permission for the ordering of new Lindon City shirts.
COUNCILMEMBER HATCH MOVED TO APPROVE THE PAY VOUCHERS. COUNCILMEMBER DAIN SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
COUNCILMEMBER HATCH MOVED TO ADJOURN AT 11:50 P.M. COUNCILMEMBER DAIN SECONDED THE MOTION. ALL PRESENT VOTED IN FAVOR. THE MOTION CARRIED.
APPROVED - March 6, 2001
Ott H. Dameron, City Administrator/Recorder
attest:
Larry A. Ellertson, Mayor |
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