Ken Cromar spoke again on his concerns with the September issue of the city newsletter stating that the golf course was operationally profitable. He expressed concern over the golf course financials and referenced the Daily Herald article from November. He indicated he is waiting for updated information from the city.
**Mayor Richardson has announced that he is forming a golf course finance committee which will be working on researching the financials and communicating with the council as well as residents.
Angela Johnson spoke on concerns she has with the City Manager's salary increase, severance, car allowance, lunch expenses, and extra vacation days. She does not want the city to build a City Hall or create a municipal court. She does not want a splash pad to be built as she has concerns over the health risks and the costs of maintenance. She does not want the city to use CARE tax funds for recreation center equipment as she feels those funds should be used for park improvements.
**Mayor Richardson offered to meet with Angela in person to discuss her concerns.
Marisa Wright spoke about her concerns she has regarding the contention within our city and feels it comes from one source. She provided advice and insight to the new council and expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to serve on the council.
Jim Perry congratulated the new council and expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve on the council for the past 8 years.
Consent Agenda
The minutes from the November 22, 2011 and December 6, 2011 were approved.
Review/Action - Temporary Vendors
The council approved the amendments to the city code that will allow for temporary vendors to do business within Cedar Hills (for things such as shaved ice stands, fireworks stands, Christmas tree lots, etc.) with the following changes to be made:
- Item #19 - Instead of dictating a specific number of off-street parking stalls the code will state that all off-street parking requirements will be based on the anticipated average daily traffic,
- Item #23 - Temporary businesses will need to remove all structures and materials within 7 days (instead of 14 days) but can be granted an extension to 14 days if needed,
- Item #24 - A fee schedule needs to be provided by the end of March and needs to include all fees that can be assessed for these temporary vendors.
The council approved the amendments to the city code that will allow for assisted living centers to operate within Cedar Hills, with the following changes to be made:
- Item #5 - Verbiage should state that "to exceed eight residents will require 150 square feet of personal room space per individual or 200 square feet per double occupancy",
- Item #13 - Facilities cannot be closer than 1/2 from any other assisted living facility.
Board and Committee Appointments
The council approved the following appointments as requested by the Mayor:
- Donald Steele and Daniel Zappala will serve three-year terms on the Planning Commission.
- David Driggs will serve as the 1st Alternate on the Planning Commission and the 2nd Alternate will remain vacant for now.
- Darin Lowder will serve a four-year term on the Board of Adjustment. The second vacancy on the Board of Adjustment has not yet been filled.
The council approved the appointment of Stephanie Martinez to serve as Mayor Pro Tempore for 2012.
City Council Assignments
After discussing the Mayor's recommendations the council approved the following assignments:
Stephanie Martinez:
- Recreation, Parks, and Trails Citizens Advisory Committee
- Recreational Programs
- Celebrations/Community Events
- Youth City Council
- Library Issues
- Beautification Citizens Advisory Committee
- Board of Adjustment
- City Communications
- North Utah County Solid Waste Special Services District
- Utah Valley Dispatch Special Service District
- Finance Committee
- ULCT Policy Council
- Golf Course Finance Committee (when created)
- Traffic Safety and Livability Oversight Committee
- Planning Commission
- Lone Peak Public Safety District
- Finance Committee
The City Manager requested that Marisa Wright present to the council her plans for the interior decorating and finish work for the Community Recreation Center. Most of the items have been purchased (tables, chairs, etc.) and Marisa has been working with a local artist to design the interior. The council requested a time be set up to view some of the artist's existing work before committing to the project. A work session has been called for January 6, 2012 at 5pm. We will meet at the Public Safety building and then go on site to view a sample. The public is welcome to attend.
There was no executive session called.
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