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Duchesne County
Commission Meeting

Duchesne County
Commission Meeting

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MINUTES FOR REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING HELD APRIL 21,   2003 BEGINNING AT 1:00 P.M. IN THE COMMISSION BOARD ROOM
IN DUCHESNE, UTAH

Commissioners Present:  Commission Chairman Larry S. Ross, and Commissioner Kent Peatross.  Commissioner Stradinger absent.

Others Present:  Road Supervisor Douglas Nielsen, County Attorney Cleve Hatch, Clerk/Auditor Diane Freston, Jean Liddell, Alice Taylor, Aaron Richens, Barbara Richens, Lewis Burdette, and Carol Casey taking minutes.

Prayer: Commissioner Peatross
Pledge of Allegiance

Consideration and Approval of Deputy County Attorney Severance Agreement  The commission reviewed the severance agreement with County Attorney Cleve Hatch.

Motion:   Commissioner Peatross made a motion to approve severance agreement between Deputy County Attorney David Cunningham and Duchesne County.  Commissioner Ross seoncd.   Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:  Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

Road Items:  Mr. Nielsen stated the road department has completed the prep work on the roads in the Tabby/Hanna area and the Fruitland area.  The graveled roads are ready to be primed for the asphalt.  The road department is currently working in the Myton area on the roads there that are scheduled for asphalt also.

Mr. Nielsen and the commission discussed the UDOT paving project on US Highway 40.  They will do the project in two phases.  The first phase will be from Duchesne to Bridgeland.  The second Phase will be from Bridgeland to Myton.

Consideration and Approval of Bridges - Lakefork and Bridgeland  The commission reviewed the preliminary cost estimate and the alternative choices in alignment and construction for the two bridges in the morning work meeting.

Motion:   Commissioner Peatross made a motion to approve alternative #4 for the Bridgeland Bridge project.  To build a new two-lane bridge south of the existing bridge.   Rehabilitate the existing bridge for foot traffic only.  UDOT will contribute 80% and Duchesne County 20% for the new bridge.  Funding to rehabilitate the existing bridge will be through UDOT, the historical society and other ufnding sources associated with historical preservation.  Commissioner Ross second.  Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:  Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

The commission also reviewed the cost and alternative choices for the Lakefork Bridge.

Motion:   Commissioner Peatross made a motion to approve alternative "A", to build a new bridge next to the existing bridge.  Commissioner Ross seoncd.  Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:  Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

............Larry Taylor & Lynn Taylor joined the meeting............

Aaron Richens - Eagle Scout Project
Mr. Richens presented a drawing of his proposed project.  He and his scout troop would like to beautify the area around the BLM Kiosk at the Pleasnt Valley turnoff on US Highway 40.  They plan to extend the area into the Richesn property fifteen feet and install a drip system for irrigation of plants and flowers.

Motion:   Commissioner Peatross made a motion to apprvoe Mr. Richens proposed improvement to the Kiosk area on the Pleasnt Valley/Nine Mile Road.  Commissioner Ross seoncd.   Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:  Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

Consideration and Approval of Ordinance 03-206
An ordinance amending Title 12, Chapter 1, Section 050 of the Duchesne County Code.  (refer to Clerk's Office)

Motion:   Commissioner Peatross made a motion to accept Ordinance 03-206.  Commissioner Ross second.  Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:   Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

Consideration and Approval of Ordinance 03-205
An ordinance authorizing recovery of expenses incurred in responding to hazardous materials emergencies.  (refer to Clerk's Office)

Motion:   Commissioner Peatross made a motion to accept Ordinance 03-205.  Commissioner Ross second.  Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:   Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

Consideration and Approval of Ordinance 03-207.
An ordinance establishing a moritorium on subdivisions of five acre lots or larger.  (refer to Clerk's Office).

Motion:   Commissioner Peatross made a motion to accept Ordinance 03-207.  Commissioner second.  Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:  Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

Consideration of Class B Road Vacation - T1S, R5W, Section 20  Attorney Uresk stated that the request to vacate was submitted by Lynn and Alice Taylor.  They are challenging the existence of a Class D Road on their property.  There has been a public hearing and Mr. Newell Christensen protested the road vacation.  The road is the only access to his property.  At that time the commission advised the two parties to take some time to try and reach and agreement.

Commissioner Ross asked Mrs. Taylor if an agreement had been reached.  Mrs. Taylor stated that Mr. Christensen has not accepted their offer.

Attorney Uresk suggested that the two continue trying to work out the problem between them.   The issue of vacating the road will be scheduled for commission meeting in a couple of weeks.  If at that time they have not come to an agreement the commission will make a decision with all concerned parties present.

2003 Beer License Renewals for Rock Creek Store and Rock Creek Ranch  The applications have been reviewed and approved by the sheriff's office.   Motion:  Commissioner Peatross made a motion to approve the applications fron Rock Creek Store and Rock Creek Ranch for 2003 beer license renewal.   Commissioner Ross second.  Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:  Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

Auditor's Office - Tax Adjustments - Vouchers

Tax Adjustments - Auditor

Serial/Account	Year	Debit/Credit	Comment
HT-22-0022	2002	-$222.98	Disabled, was not aware of circuit breaker program

Motion:   Commissioner Peatross made a motion to approve the tax adjustment submitted by the auditor.  Commissioner Ross second.  Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:  Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

Approval of April 21, 2003 Commission Minutes
The minutes of April 21st were reviewed and corrections made.

Motion:   Commissioner Peatross made a motion to approve the minutes as corrected.   Commissioner Ross second.  Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:  Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

Vouchers:   Deputy Clerk/Auditor Becky Norris presented vouchers #83119-#83205 and pre-draw #83118 totaling $115.673.12 for approval.

Motion:   Commissioner Peatross made a motion to approve the vouchers.  Commissioner Ross seoncd.  Motion carried.  Roll Call Vote:   Both Commissioners Voting Aye.

Time Sheets:  Deputy Clerk/Auditor Leann Stewart presented the department head time sheets for review.

Adjournment:  2:45 PM

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