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MINUTES OF THE SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING HELD
MARCH 8, 1982
Time: 10:00 a.m. in the Commissioner's Room at the Monticello Courthouse.
Members Present: Chairman Calvin Black, Commissioner Kenneth Bailey, and Commissioner Robert Low.
Minutes of the previous week were read and approved upon the motion of Commissioner Low and the second of Commissioner Bailey and it carried unanimously.
RECAPTURE PLANNING MEETING FOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES REPORT:
Commissioner Bailey reported on the recent planning meeting to consider recreational facilities for the Recapture dam project. The San Juan Development Board and the Water Conservancy District will fund a study regarding plans for development of Recapture area recreational facilities. The County is supportive of the project and it is hoped that the State Parks Department will also add its support to the project. Mr. Ed Scherick, of the B.L.M. Regional Office, reported at the meeting that the land previously identified for the project can now be applied for with the use as indicated.
BLUFF TO MONTEZUMA CREEK ROAD:
Commissioner Bailey reported that in his recent meeting with the Utah Department of Indian Affairs, they committed $750,000 for the Bluff to Montezuma Creek road project and he has requested a letter of conforma-tion be sent to this affect. The Road Department is preparing to bid the project as soon as possible. The first project will be 6.06 miles and will include the Recapture Bridge. It will be a paved road when com-pleted.
LIBRARY REPORT ON COLLEGE TEXTS AND MICRO FILM READER;
Commissioner Bailey reported that Russell Davis approves of C.E.U. texts books being placed in the Blanding library. Commissioner Bailey requested that the County Attorney prepare a contract with the college co-cerning their text books in the County library.
A micro-film reader has been donated to the Monticello library. The Commission gave its approval for possible remodeling that may be needed to make room for the machine.
DOUG BOYLE MEETS WITH THE COMMISSION:
Mr. Doug Boyle met with the Commission briefly to inquire about the status of the County's health insurance.
MEXICAN HAT DUMP:
Commissioner Low reported that complaints have been received concerning the condition of the Mexican Hat dump. Commissioner Bailey stated he would ask the Road Department to bring in the necessary equipment and clean up the dump.
MONTICELLO TO HAVE NUCLEAR WASTE INFORMATION OFFICE;
Commissioner Low reported that arrangements have been made to establish an information office for the State Nuclear Waste monitoring activities in both Monticello and Moab, with a part time person in each city. The positions will be advertised in local newspapers in the near future.
NUCLEAR WASTE REPOSITORY RECEIVES SUPPORT OF THE COMMISSION:
The San Juan County Commission wishes to restate its position concerning a possible nuclear waste repository
near Gibson Dome in San Juan County.
We fully support continued studies of the geological, and technical feasibility of the area for such a site, including the sinking of a shaft if that is deemed necessary.
We are aware of the need for permanent storage of these wastes and believe permanent storage is safer than the present temporary storage. Nuclear power generating stations have been proven to be safe and are nec-essary as part of our National energy resource. San Juan and Grand Counties are desperately in need of economic opportunity and we believe that the economic impact of the nuclear waste repository will be very positive for our area and that these positive effects will far outweigh any negative impact that this facility would have.
We do not believe there will be any significant adverse effect on Canyonlands National Park or archaeological resources with the siting feasibility process to continue and eventual siting if praticable. We are oppos id to either the Park or archaeological sites in the area being used to preclude the repository.
We reaffirm our support for continued studies and eventual location of the facility with the afore mentioned conditions and we urge full speed ahead!
Respectfully,
/s/ Calvin Black, Chairman
/s/ Kenneth R. Bailey, Commissioner
/s/ Robert R. Low, Commissioner
INTER-AGENCY MEETING REPORT:
Commissioner Low attended the Inter-Agency meeting held in Monticello last week. He reported that oil activity is increasing in the county and a pipeline is planned from Fruita, Colorado to San Juan County, Utah. He also reported that the Green River by-pass is scheduled to be completed by fall and that the State Road Department will be doing road overlay, curb, and gutter north of Monticello and road overlay south of Monticello to Devils Canyon.
HEALTH CARE SERVICES BOARD MEMBERSHIP DISCUSSED;
Commissioner Low moved to amend the By-laws of the Health Care Services Board to provide for an eight member Board. After it was brought out that tie votes may become a problem with an even numbered board, and other considerations were discussed, said motion was withdrawn.
BLUE CROSS AGENT MEETS WITH THE COMMISSION:
Blue Cross Insurance Agent, Al Price, met with the Commission at 1:00 p.m. to explain the basis for the recent rate increase for the County's employee health insurance. He explained that the rate increase is based on the County's usage and it has not been affected by the addition of the San Juan -Hospital and nursing home employees, yet. The actual claims paid has averaged more than the County has paid in premiums for the past two years. Mr. Price will report back to the Commission the percent of employee calims paid to the San Juan Hospital and also present information on a self-funding insurance program for the County.
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SAN JUAN COUNTY RESOURCE COMMITTEE RESOLUTION;(Resolution No. 1982-2) Mr. Cleal Bradford presented the following resolution amending the Resolution establishing the San Juan Resource Development Committee:
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SAN JUAN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT BOARD
Be it resolved by the Board of San Juan County Commissioners as follows:
1. That by authority of Section 17-5-80 and pursuant to Section 17-5-81, both, Utah code Annotated, 1953 as amended, there is hereby established the San Juan County Development Board. Said Board shall consist of not less than three members, nor more than fifteen members, all members thereof shall be residents of San Juan County, and one member shall be a member of the Board of County Commissioners, designated by the Board of County Commissioners. The term for all appointed members of the Board after the original Board's appointment shall be for four (4) years or until their respective successors have been appointed. All members of said Board shall serve without compensation, but shall be reimbursed for actual expenses in-curred upon presentation of proper receipts and vouchers pursuant to San Juan County Policies.
2. The San Juan County Development Board may elect such officers from its members as it may deem advis-able and may with the consent and approval of the Board of County Commissioners employ a director for said Board.
3. The director shall not be appointed from the membership of the Board and shall be hired for an indef-inate period of time and paid a salary to be determined by the Board with the consent and approval of the San Juan County Board of County Commissioners.
4. The director may be terminated by the Board, consistent with County Personnel Policy.
5. The County Development Board shall, pursuant to the enabling legislation:
A. Assist in promoting the development of the County's Mineral, Water, Manpower, Industrial, Cultura, Historical, and other resources.
B. Make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners for Resource Development programs, as it may deem advisable.
C. Shall prescribe rules and regulations for its members governing its internal operations and for appointing subcommittees to report to the whole Board.
6. Members and the dates of expiration of their terms of the original San Juan County Development Board shall be as follows:
NAME DATE OF EXPIRATION OF TERM
Brother Juniper December 31, 1985
Bruce Shumway December 31, 1985
Ed Scherick December 31, 1983
Harold Lyman December 31, 1985
Marsha Keele December 31, 1985
Bob Rhodes December 31, 1983
Cleal Bradford December 31, 1985
Dick Neztsosie December 31, 1983
Thomas Murphy December 31, 1985
Ron Dickemore December 31, 1983
Maxine Christensen December 31, 1983
Winn Westcott December 31, 1983
Carl Eisemann December 31, 1985
John Knudson December 31, 1983
Commissioner Bailey moved to adopt the Resolution establishing the San Juan County Development Board as written. Commissioner Low seconded said motion and it carried unanimously. Those voting for the motion: Calvin Black, Robert Low and Kenneth Bailey. Those opposed: None.
HUMAN SERVICE ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS;
Upon the recommendation of Al Haskins, Commissioner Bailey moved to appoint as an Advisory Board for the
Southeastern Utah Association of Governments Human Services Board, and contingent upon the approval of the
Human Services Board, the following: Bruce Shumway, Jim Harris, and Al Haskins, with alternates Glenna
Webb, Worthy Glover, and Cleal Bradford. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Black and it carried
unanimously.
HELEN REDD VISITS THE COMMISSION;
Mrs. Helen Redd showed the commissioners her copy of the Atlas of Utah. She suggested that it would be
a valuable book for the Courthouse to buy as it is one of the most complete boote on Utah available.
CLEM WASHBURN MEETS REGARDING ROAD GRADING IN DRY VALLEY:
Mr. Clem Washburn met with the Commission to express his concern that the roads in the Dry Valley area not be graded. The roads are maintained and stabilized and in some cases grading will only tear up the road. He reported that the road at Heart Point has been graded recently removing the grass which had been helping to stabilize it. Mr. Washburn now feels that the Heart Point road should be crowned to prevent erosion.
SAN JUAN SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT #1:
County Attorney, Bruce Halliday, reported that he has request Bill Francom to make a financial summary of the San Juan Special Service District #1 water project. The Commission has requested that payment be held on any outstanding invoices until lien waivers have been received from the project contractors.
ELECTED OFFICIALS PAY INCREASES TO BE REVIEWED:
The Commission felt that pay increases for elected County Officials this year should be reviewed and announced before the time of filing for office begins March 25th through April 26th. It will be scheduled to review any possible increases at the next Commissioners meeting.
CIRCLE PARK ELECTRICAL LINE EASEMENT APPROVED:
Upon the motion of Commissioner Low and the second of Commissioner Bailey it was unanimously approved to
grant to Empire Electric Association an Electric Line—Right-of-Way Easement for Circle Park near the
Monticello Golf Course, for existing power lines that are visible and for a new overhead power line to be
constructed on the Park.
Those voting for the motion: Calvin Black, Robert Low and Kenneth Baiely.
Chairman Black was authorized to sign the Electric Line—Right-of-Way Easement.
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BEER LICENSE RENEWED FOR SAN JUAN BAR & RESTAURANT;
Upon the motion of Commissioner Low and the second of Commissioner Bailey, the Commission unanimously approved a renewal of the Beer License for Mark and Julie Sword d/b/a San Juan Bar and Restaurant, Mexican Hat, Utah, and authorized Chairman Black to sign the license.
BUILDING PERMIT APPROVED:
A building permit for Paul D. Redd of Paradox, Colorado, for a Mobile home in LaSal, Utah was approved
by the Commission and signed by Commissioner Kenneth Bailey.
BILLS PRESENTED FOR APPROVAL AND PAYMENT;
Conferences and Institutes Registration fee-Asphalt Paving Seminar $ 46.00
Harold R. Allen Travel for Library Board meeting 9.24
First Security Bank of Utah Purchase Atlas-4216 TCD 914,139.96
First Security Bank of Utah Purchase Library-Health-Tort TCD 353,467.46
First Security Bank of Utah Purchase B-Road TCD 383,580.59
First Security Bank of Utah Purchase B-Road TCD 254,433.19
San Juan County Clerk Petty Cash 78.61
Atlas Publishing Company Atlas of Utah 49.95
Bancroft-Whitney Company Books 65.50
Black Oil Company Diesel, Gasoline, etc. 12,209.96
A & M Propane Propane 1,507.09
Blanding Home Center Plumbing Fixtures 41.54
Bluff Water & Sewer User's Assn. Water 10.00
City of Blanding Utility 857.88
City of Monticello Utility 28.50
Continental Tel Co of the West Telephone Charges 187.56
The Copy Shop Inc. Supplies, Pencils 61.17
Bonnie Dalton Transferring names to new Election Dist. 16.00
Demco Pens and Pencils, etc. 59.77
Bill Francom Travel 135.60
Gateway Chevron Gas and Oil 8.84
Hafer's Inc. Tap Kit 400.00
Intermountain Electric Armature and Regulator 148.72
Kelly Company Supplies 249.73
Alice Lovell Transferring names to new Election Dist. 16.00
June Maughan Transferring names to new Election District 16.00
Motor Parts Supplies 1,135.27
Motor Parts Pro Mart Home Center Light Bulbs, Supplies 1,219.65
Mountain West Office Products Typewriter Table 165.00
Jay Nelson Extra Roof repairs on Blanding Pool Bldg. 937.00
Northern Electric Electrical Repairs 271.55
Office of Emery County Auditor Horn Mt. T.V. Tower expenditures for Sept.-Dec. 4,268.30
Pinetree Media Ltd. Books 29.10
Quality Book Store Books 173.65
Parley Redd's Food Town Groceries 32.04
Parley Redd Mercantile Rubber Gloves, Hardware 24.02
Regional Supply Inc. Paint Thinner 16.93
Rogers Foods Meat 36.46
S-W Parts and Supply Filters, etc. 14.61
San Juan County Road Department Supplies and Gasoline, Adding machine Tape,etc. 625.37
Saveway Automotive Front End Alignment 97.97
Scenic Aviation, Inc. Feb. Operation of Monticello Airport 125.00
State Fire Equipment Service Fire Extinguishers 33.00
Television Technology Corporation Assy, Mixer-amp (160), etc. 599.65
U.S.U. Extension Service Travel 93.87
Utah Gas Service Company Utility 420.09
Utah Power and Light Company Utility 207.98
Western Auto Pegboard 8.95
Brodart, Inc. Books 174.94
Dixon Paper Company Bond Paper 1,585.58
Winn Westcott Adobe Birck Seminar in Tuscon 227.85
There being no further business for this day, the meeting was adjourned at 3:40 p.m.
Calvin Black, Chairman Mary Jane Rose, deputy clerk