Council Meeting
Public Comment
Adam Brown – Had some concerns with intersection at
Canyon Heights and Hillside. Because of the way the road curves and the
landscaping, those on Hillside don’t have a good view of oncoming traffic.
There is a pedestrian crosswalk there and a bus stop so it is dangerous for
pedestrians. Last year the foliage was cut back and a speed table setup
temporarily, but this remains an issue. Foliage is supposed to be cut back 45
feet from intersection but it isn’t. Canyon Heights traffic can’t see around
foliage to see what is occurring at the intersection. Gave some recommendations
about speed limit sign, removing foliage, making incline and curve part of
Canyon Heights Drive a no parking zone, and add flags for crossing pedestrians.
Staff will do some research on these issues and come back with a
recommendation.
Eagle Scout Project – Cedar Hills Sign
Carson Moon has been working with Public Works on a rock
sign on Canyon Road welcoming people to Cedar Hills. The City owns a parcel of
land that is mostly locked up by an aqueduct, utility, and federal easements near
Murdock Canal trail, where the sign could go. Would look similar to the one on
Timpanogos Hwy. The issue is that there are so many easements in this area,
including the federal easements, which could take staff many hours to be
involved in obtaining. Staff will continue to work with the scout on this and
will also recommend other locations.
Decisions Survey Presentation
The results from the recent Decisions Survey were
presented. The Executive Summary is as follows:
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The highest percentage of residents – 18% -
believe that commercial development would provide the greatest improvement to
the City. 21% believe commercial development is the biggest issue facing the
City, and 22% would like the City to encourage more commercial development.
·
17% of residents believe that improving
communication would solve many city issues. Moreover, 58% agree that the city tries
hard to communicate with its residents, but less than a third say that the City
does well when it comes to listening to what they say. And though social media
is increasingly popular as a means of communication, residents prefer traditional
means of communication, such as email, City newsletters, and the City website,
to receive updates on City events.
·
The vast majority of residents are in favor of
improvement projects, such as a library in the basement of the recreation
center or a pool on the land on North County Blvd, but in both cases, roughly
only a quarter are willing to pay more than $5 or $10 per month in additional property
taxes to fund the projects. On another note, 38% of residents indicated that
the City services have improved since they moved to the City.
·
When residents were asked what they would do to
improve the City if they were mayor, nearly 100 of those comments mention
issues with the golf course. Golf course issues are the second most important
of all City issues, and 11% suggested that the City either close or sell the
golf course.
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The top reason indicated for living in Cedar
Hill is the family-friendly community.
·
76% of residents preferred email communication
from the City.
Consent Agenda
Minutes from the July 1, 2014 and July 15, 2014 Council
meeting were approved.
City Reports
David presented new ideas for a sign for the golf course
on Canyon Road. Suggestion is that there be a more prominent arrow.
CM Geddes – Planning Commission approved Amsource plans
for America First Credit Union.
CM Rees – YCC staff working on master calendar for the
new YCC with a combination of service projects and fundraisers. YCC kick-off
will be next week. Family Festival committee is already meeting with carnival
companies to lock in dates for next year.
CM Zappala – Working with Utah Valley Dispatch on a new
building. They are looking at funding sources and may be able to do it without
any financing. Firm number will be provided in a few months so cities can
review and make decisions.
Mayor Gygi – One of the LPPSD firefighters passed away
recently. We are grateful for his service. On Canyon Road he is trying to get
more money from the State legislature for improvements or maintenance.
CM Crawley – Parks & Trails committee is hosting a
community breakfast on Saturday, August 16th. In search of
additional griddles.
CM Augustus – UDOT did a horrible job on Canyon Road.
Discussion of 2014 Family Festival
We start planning a year in advance as carnival companies
book up fairly quickly. Because we are a small city we have issues at times
with getting carnival companies to commit to us before they’ve reached out to
their larger clients. Keith Irwin will be the chair for 2015 and he is already
meeting with potential companies. Committee did a fantastic job of arranging
everything. Goal is to have it the first week in June. One thing we did this
year that was new was a service project. No other city does it and we got good
press from it.
Review/Action Amending Bylaws for Family Festival
Committee
There was confusion on whether this committee was to be
the ones executing the plan or just advising on the plan. The resolution was
updated to state that the committee is executing the plans and keeping council
and staff apprised of progress. Also that one council member will be a liaison
instead of two. Lastly that the chair will assign committee members to tasks.
Mayor recommended that we add that staff will sit on committee to act as
treasurer. Resolution with changes was approved.
