Town Council

Levan Town Council Regular Meeting March 14, 2024 Meeting minutes Opening Ceremonies Welcome: Mayor Bruce Rowley Invocation: Ray Evans Pledge of Allegiance: Chris Chipping In Attendance: Councilmembers: Chris Chipping, Bre Aagard, Ray Evans, Rachel Goates Meeting Recorders: Christine Carrigan, Chantal Rowley Also Present: Rebecca Dopp (Times-News), Carol Bennett Meeting Started at 7:01pm Local Building Authority The meeting opened with no agenda items for the Local Building Authority. Discussion Items - Part-time employees for Grounds Maintenance/Cemetery/Park The meeting acknowledged the hiring of Dave Greenhalgh for part-time work with the capability of full-time during the summer. This was presented as beneficial for maintenance and cleanup of various town areas. Action Items Approve Resolution on Water Meter Installation Requirements A resolution to pass the requirement for water meter installation tied to building permits was discussed. This is to ensure water availability for new homes due to concerns over the past years with excessive meter installations without corresponding development. "I make a motion to approve resolution number 03142024-1." Motion made by Ray Evans; Second given by Rachel Goates. The motion was passed with majority consent. Mayor voted yes. Council members Ray Evans and Rachel Goates voted yes. Council member Bre Agard voted no. Council member Chris Chipping voted yes after some deliberation. Approve Resolution on Winter Water Rate The discussion involved raising the winter/Zero usage rate from $7 to $25 per month for those who choose to shut down their water systems for winter or otherwise have zero usage. This change ensures everyone pays for the water system year-round. "I make a motion to approve resolution number 03142024-02." Motion made by Bre Aagard. The motion was seconded by Ray Evans and carried unanimously. Discussion and possible action regarding encroachment on Town right-of-way A fence built in town created safety concerns and encroachment on the town right-of- way. The council moved to take action on this matter. "I make a motion we approve moving forward on the safety issue with the fence regarding an encroachment on the town right of way." Motion made by Rachel Goates, Second by Chris Chipping. The motion was passed unanimously. Replacement of chairs in council chamber The proposal to replace chairs in the council chamber was discussed. New matching chairs priced around $50 each were considered. The suggested amount to purchase was 25 to 30 chairs. "I make motion we move forward with replacing chairs." Motion made by Ray Evans. The motion was seconded by Chris Chipping and passed unanimously. Approve Jesse Carter and Conner Lunt as New Planning Commissioners Jesse Carter and Conner Lunt were proposed to become new members of the Planning and Zoning Committee. "I make a motion to approve Jesse Carter and Connor Lunt as new planning and zoning [members]." Motion made by Ray Evans. The motion was seconded by Bre Aagard and passed unanimously. Mayor/Councilmember/Department/Committee Reports Updates were presented on the park vandalism incident, Easter egg hunt details, appreciation for the fire department's response to a recent fire, and introduction of Nathan Washer as an addition to the planning and zoning committee. Council Business Approval of Minutes for February 8, 2024, Regular Meeting The meeting minutes of February 8, 2024, were presented and approved without objections. Motion to approve by Rachel Goates. Seconded by Chris Chipping. Approval of Claims (2-1-2024 to 2-29-2024) Details of claims from February were reviewed and approved. Approval of Payroll Comparison Report (1-1-2024 to 2-29-2024) The Payroll Comparison Report for the first two months was presented and approved. Approval of Final Cash Receipts Report (1-1-2024 to 1-31-2024) The Final Cash Receipts Report for January was reviewed and accepted. Motion to approve financial statements made by Ray Evans. Seconded by Bre Aagard. All in favor. Review Tentative Cash Receipts Report (2-1-2024 to 2-29-2024) The Tentative Cash Receipts Report for February was examined and acknowledged. Review Budget Report (7-1-2023 to 2-29-2024) A Budget Report covering the period from the beginning of the fiscal year to the end of February was presented and discussed. Public Comments A public comment was made expressing thoughts on a potential dumpster rental for the Town Clean-Up and its duration. Concern was raised over their placement in the town and the logistics of getting waste to these dumpsters. Discussion regarding the prospect of placing dumpsters in the town was extensive. Possibilities, implications, costs, and community sentiment on the matter were all considerations put forward, though no formal motion was proposed in the meeting. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned with no requirement for an executive session, and council members agreed to conclude the proceedings. Motion to adjourn made by Ray Evans. Seconded by Bre Aagard. All in favor. The meeting adjourned at 7:43pm. Christine Carrigan, Clerk