MINUTES OF THE
Council Chambers
Helper Auditorium
19 South
Helper,
ATTENDANCE City Staff
Mayor Joseph S. Bonacci
City Recorder Jona M. Skerl
Council Members: City Attorney Gene Strate
Kirk Mascaro Chief George Zamantakis
Robert Farrell
Tony Gonzales
Robert Welch
Chuck Buchanan
Citizen: Bianca Dumas, John and Debbie Jones, Jody Mascaro, Mark Montoya, , P.J. Jensen, Dalin and Brandee Fausett, Terrie Saccomano, Charles and Kalynn Jones, Mava Farrell, Harold Nielsen, Frank Martinez, Louise Hamilton Linda and Dave Kraync, Sherline Riche, Elena Hatch, Mary Lou Dornan, Margie McCourt, Lenora Callor, Terri Young, Eddie Callor, Richard Colombo, Becky Kloepfer, Ken and Carolyn Turner, Norman and Ann Smith, Les Bowen,
The regular meeting of the Helper City Council was called to
order by Mayor Bonacci at
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Bonacci,
PUBLIC COMMENTS: As there was no one present who wished to discuss any non-agenda items with the council, the meeting proceeded as outlined.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES –
May 5, June 9, 16, 30, 2005
Council Member Buchanan moved to approve May 5, June 9,
16, 30, 2005 minutes. Council Member Mascaro seconded the motion. Motion
carried. Unanimous decision by council present.
LENORA CALLOR AND
CONCERNED CITIZENS ON NEW SWIMMING POOL.
Lenora Callor was concerned about the cost of the new pool and how much would it cost to refurbish the old pool. Ms. Callor stated the old pool could have been repaired two years ago. Council Member Farrell’s reply was that the old pool would cost almost as much as a new pool. Terri Young asked if there were any historic grants to repair the old pool. Mayor Bonacci stated that the grants may not cover swimming pools. Mayor Bonacci also felt that part of the old pool may be used with the new pool. The design of the new pool has not been decided by the council and the public should get involved in the meetings on this matter. The cost could be less than projected. Ms. Callor felt that a public vote should have been taken on this matter.
BOB STRONG ON NEW
SWIMMING POOL.
Mr, Strong presented figures to the council on a survey he done door to door. Mr. Strong found that there are 58 houses empty and 52 houses for sale and 4 to rent. Mr. Strong was concerned about the cost of the pool and the $5 charge on the utility bills. Mr. Strong also asked if a state engineer could come down to look at the old pool. Mayor Bonacci stated that these plans for a new pool have been in the works for about a year. The pool committee had been meeting biweekly and the meetings were advertised in the local new paper. If there was a concern it should have been done before now.
WILLIAM AND GLORIA
CALLOR HELPER PETITION INPUT CONCERNING NEW SWIMMING POOL.
Gloria Callor reported to the council that her petition was conducted door to door resulting in 247 against and 31 for. Ms. Callor felt the council had already made up their minds.
DAVE DORNAN ON
SWIMMING POOL.
Mr. Dornan told the council that a change is coming to Helper. A swimming pool is not only a place for our kids but would help promote growth and property appreciation.
JOHN JONES ON NEW
SWIMMING POOL AND ART FESTIVAL.
Mr. Jones thanked the council for their support on the swimming pool. John and Debbie Jones have been a part of the art festival for several years and next year they will be stepping down. Mr. Jones told the council that people need to get involved in the art festival to keep it going.
P.J. JENSEN ON
RESTAURANT TAX RESULTS FOR MUSEUM PROJECT.
Mr. Jensen told the council that the museum received $70,000 towards the addition.
DISCUSSION AND/OR
APPROVAL ON $1 ASSESSMENT FOR EMPLOYEES AND RIO THEATER.
Council Member
Mascaro moved to amend the motion to remove the $1 for employees and a $1 for the
Rio Theater. Council Member Gonzales seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Unanimous decision by council present.
DISCUSSION AND
APPROVAL ON NEW LIBRARIAN ASSISTANT JILLIAN WALL AND REHIRE OF KEVIN SACCOMANO
ON FIRE DEPARTMENT.
Council Member Gonzales moved to approve the hiring
Jillian Wall and Kevin Saccomano. Council Member Mascaro seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Unanimous decision by council present.
DISCUSSION AND/OR
APPROVAL ON .75 RAISE FOR PARK AND CEMETERY EMPLOYEES.
Council Member Gonzales moved to approve the .75 raise
for the seasonal park and cemetery employees. Council Member Mascaro seconded
the motion. Motion carried. Unanimous decision by council present.
DISCUSSION AND/OR
APPROVAL ON PURCHASE OF NEW
Council Member Farrell moved to approve the purchase of
the new lawn mower in the amount of $3000. Council Member Mascaro seconded the
motion. Motion carried. Unanimous decision by council present.
DISCUSSION AND/OR APPROVAL
ON REPAIRING
Council Member Gonzales moved to approve the repairing of
the water line on
DISCUSSION AND/OR
APPROVAL ON PACIFICORP LETTER.
This letter of understanding pertains to repairs on the Colton Well pump
and the value of delivered water to the power plant.
Council Member Gonzales moved to approve the PacifiCorp
letter of understanding. Council Member Mascaro seconded the motion. Motion
carried. Unanimous decision by council present.
DISCUSSION AND/OR
APPROVAL ON CELL PHONE RESOLUTION.
Council felt that a Resolution was needed to regulate cell phone use. This item will be roll over to the next meeting so a resolution may be prepared.
DISCUSSION AND/OR
APPROVAL ON CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS CAP TO $5,000 FOR INVENTORY PROPOSES:
This cap will be retro active for the fiscal year 2004-2005 all fixed assets will be added to inventory at $5,000 or more.
Council Member Buchanan moved to approve the cap raise
for fixed assets for inventory to $5,000 to begin 2004-2005 Council Member Mascaro seconded the motion.
Motion carried. Unanimous decision by council present.
DISCUSSION AND/OR
APPROVAL ON REPAIRING WATER TRUCK FOR STREET DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF
$15,000.
Council Member Gonzales explained to council that the price included a snow plow, light bar and radio unit. This truck would also the sander on the bed during winter months.
Council Member Mascaro moved to approve the repairs for the old water truck. Council Member Welch seconded the motion. Motion carried. Unanimous decision by council present
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business Council Member Buchanan moved to adjourn the meeting. Council Member Mascaro seconded the motion. Motion carried. Unanimous decision by council present to adjourn the meeting.
I here by certify that the foregoing represents a true,
accurate and complete record of the Helper City Council meeting held on
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Joseph
Mayor City Recorder
Approved on August 18, 2005