SAN JUAN COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING March 19, 2007 The regular meeting of the San Juan County Commission was held on March 19, 2007 at 9:00 A.M. in the Commission Room at Monticello, Utah Present: Bruce Adams, Commission Chair Kenneth Maryboy, Commission Vice Chair Commissioner Lynn Stevens Rick Bailey, SJC Administrator Norman Johnson, SJC Clerk-Auditor Dianne F. Neuss, SJC Deputy Clerk Attendees: Craig Simpson Dan Rogers Evan Lowry Rigby Wright L. Schalk Howard Randall Greg Martin J. Warren Walter Bird Marcia Hadenfeldt Bob Bushart David Bronson Fritz Pipkin Jean Treece Neil Joslin Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to approve the minutes with corrections noted. Commissioner Bruce Adams seconded the motion and declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy was absent for the vote. Howard Randall - SJC Assessor Howard presented a list of Business Owners who applied for an exemption of their business personal property tax. Howard explained that for businesses to qualify for the exemption, they would have to have less than $3,500 in personal property used for their business. The exemptions will need Commission approval before they are granted. Howard noted that he had some reservations regarding particular businesses on the list. The Commission suggested that the issue be tabled until next week's meeting to allow time for Commissioners to review the list. Evan Lowry - SJC Planning Office Evan requested the transfer of $1,500 to the San Juan Foundation. This allocation was approved previously and matching funds in the amount of $1,500 will be provided by the State Parks Service. The funding will be used to purchase a printer for the Foundation Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to approve the transfer of $1,500 to the San Juan Foundation. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Evan reported that for the last three years the County has enjoyed a cooperative relationship with the BLM in the planning process of their Resource Management Plan but recently communications have not been as open. There were some recent decisions made concerning wilderness areas and the County was left out of the process. Evan would like to write a letter of concern to the BLM letting them know that we would like to continue to be involved in any cooperative decisions that are made in regard to their Resource Management Plan. Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to approve Evan drafting a letter to the BLM stating the County's concerns. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Evan said that the Forest Service is holding an open house from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. tomorrow in their Monticello office. Commissioner Adams will plan to attend the meeting in the evening. Evan said that the Water Shed Project Planning for Monticello and Blanding has been completed. The State Enterprise Zone Coordinator approved the application submitted by Denison Mine Company which qualifies them for tax credits based on wages and new employment. The tax credit could amount to as much as $50,000. The deadline for applying for the tax credits was June, 2006. Lisbon Valley Mine did not apply for the tax credits. Evan also reported that Charles Kay completed his recent Wildlife Report along with 500 photos. The report and photos were provided to the BLM and the Forest Service. Evan also met with Sandy Meyers from the BLM regarding the BLM cooperative issue and she agreed that we probably need to voice our concerns. She said that the BLM is working on the Hole in the Rock Trail to re-route vehicles and that the archeologic studies have been completed. There will be a BLM meeting in Moab on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in the basement of Zion Bank. Evan plans to attend the meeting and get up to speed on what has been going on. Rigby Wright, Chair, SJC Weed Board Rigby came in today to advise the Commission about the most recent actions taken at the Southeast Utah Tamarisk Partnership Strategic Planning Meeting. He was unable to attend the meeting but received the minutes of the meeting which he distributed to Commissioners. In the minutes, the group discussed whether the plan should include the geographic area of Indian Creek to the San Juan River, and whether to continue to include San Juan County in the planning and implementation process. He is concerned because San Juan County has many areas that need to be included in the plan. The next meeting will be held on March 28th in the Moab City Council Chambers from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The group agreed that a representative from San Juan County should be included in the discussion and decision. Rigby said that Kate Cannon, Superintendent of the National Park Service, was present at the meeting as well as representatives from other government agencies and that he was surprised at the suggestion that San Juan County be excluded from the plan. Rigby is also concerned about the group being undecided as to whether seeking major funding should be a goal included in the Plan. He said that Congress has set aside 84 million dollars to the Western States and he is unhappy with the decision that major funding not be emphasized. Rigby also objected to #8 and #9 in the minutes dealing with replacing river segments proposed by the Tamarisk Coalition and holding off on any more bio-control releases in the region to allow for a research study by University of Utah. Commissioner Stevens will speak with Kate Cannon, Superintendent of Parks, about these issues. Jim Keyes and Don Andrews will attend a BLM and Forest Service meeting in Green River on the 29th of March. This is a Cooperative Weed Management Meeting of Weed Board Representatives who represent land in the County and on the Reservation. This is an effort to get everyone who is concerned about weed control to come together. As a group, they are able to apply for grant funding and with the help of Rural Development, write the grants and administer the program. Rick Bailey - SJC Administrator Rick present three Building Permits for approval and signature. Clay Maxam - 65 North McElhaney Lane, Spanish Valley - Garage Dorothy Pipkin-Padilla - 15 East Peter Spring Rd., Monticello - Barn Sharell Carlson - 180 South Tera Drive, Moab - Pool House Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy made a motion to approve the building permits provided all appropriate signatures are placed. Commission Lynn Stevens seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Rick reported that Dal Hawk requested that the County put a hold on all building permits for Wilson Arch until they comply with the agreement made with UDOT to put in turning lanes to the subdivision. As a first step, the Commission suggested that Rick write a letter to the developer informing him of this issue and letting him know that this requirement must be met. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy made a motion to approve drafting a letter to the developer informing him of the issue. Commissioner Lynn Stevens seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Rick requested Commission approval and signature of a right-of-way grant from the BLM to re- route County Road #206 South of Blanding providing a better curvature in the road. Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to approve right-of-way grant for County Rd. #206. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Rick also presented a request for approval and signature of a right-of-way grant from the BLM for the realignment, widening and paving of SJC road #370 in lower Lisbon Valley and Three Step Hill. This is the last step before bidding the job out. Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to approve right-of-way grant from the BLM for realignment, widening and paving of SJC Rd. #370 and Three Step Hill. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion and Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Rick reported that the radio system at Cal Black Airport needs to be replaced. They are down to only one line now. Rick recommended that the radio system be replaced with three lines and a forth line for back-up. Rick said that Niles Radio in Flagstaff will provide a new system for $6,482.70. Although this is not in the budget, it is a safety issue and they will try and adjust the budget to cover the needed equipment. Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to approve the purchase of a new radio system for Cal Black Airport. Commission Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Rick noted that there will be a UDOT Meeting held here in the SJC Commission Chambers on Wednesday, April 4th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Someone from the Commission will plan to attend. Rick presented requests for approval of two agreements with the Road Department to install and maintain cattle guards. The cattle guards are paid for by the property owner and installed and maintained by the County. Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to approve the two agreements for cattle guards to be installed and maintained by the County Road Department. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Rick reported that the Swinging Foot Bridge in Bluff has been officially included in the County Transportation Plan. This will enable the liability associated with the bridge to be covered and the restoration of the bridge to go forward. Transportation District has allocated $20,000 toward the restoration of the Bridge. Commissioner Maryboy said that the Justice Department at Window Rock offered matching funds for this project. Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to approve the Swinging Foot Bridge being included in the County Transportation Plan. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Rick said that because of the cables on the Swinging Bridge, river runners are unable to get through. It was decided that whatever it takes to replace the cables should be done as soon as possible. Rick and Charles will contact the engineer and see what needs to be done. It was noted that Navajo Oil and Gas offered funding for the Swinging Bridge restoration. Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to approve replacing the cables on the Swinging Bridge. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Rick said that the Sheriff's office is interested in utilizing the old Blanding Clinic for law enforcement officers when they are in the Blanding area. It is no longer used by the City of Blanding for public safety and it is vacant at this time. It was decided that Rick will draft a letter to the City of Blanding letting them know that we would like to take the building back for use by the SJC Sheriff's office. Rick announced that Red Bull (energy drink company) is sponsoring an World Series Air Race in Monument Valley from May 9th to the 12th. Fourteen of the best pilots in the world will participate in the event and it will be televised internationally. Rick said he attended a meeting last week with members of the Fire Department to discuss the event. They are expecting ten to twenty thousand visitors in addition to the approximate 2,000 visitors who usually visit the area at this time of year. Any expenses for services will be paid by the event organizers/sponsors. The Sheriff's Department as well as Navajo law enforcement will provide support, as well as other needs that may be required (ambulance, crowd control, fire etc.). This would be an excellent opportunity for vendors if they can make arrangements in time for the event. Commissioner Stevens will try and find out more about the event at the State level. Craig Simpson - Cottonwood Addition, Bluff Craig is a resident of the Cottonwood Addition in Bluff. This area was first developed in 1957. At that time there was a discrepancy in the survey. Since then, there have been several surveys completed. San Juan County owns alley ways and roads in the development. Mr. Simpson requested that the County refrain from selling or deeding any of the County property because it will cause additional problems with property owners and boundries. He is in a dispute with another property owner regarding boundries and access to his property and, since the County owns the buffer zones, he wanted to know if the County will defend their boundries. Commissioner Stevens suggested that a baseline needs to be established redefining County owned areas of the Cottonwood Addition so that everyone has a better understanding of where the County property is located. Commissioner Maryboy agreed . Commissioner Adams suggested that the new Planning and Zoning Commission may be able to address this matter. After a lengthy discussion about the history in the area and property boundries, with input from David Bronson, SJC Surveyor and County Assistant Attorney Walter Bird, several alternatives were suggested. One suggestion was for Mr. Simpson and Ms. Warren to try and solve their disagreement through arbitration or mediation, second, there is a Utah State Ombudsman, who deals with property disputes who may be able to help. Walter Bird will meet with them to discuss these options. Walter indicated that this is a civil matter and, if it cannot be resolved, it would have to be settled in court of law. Walter was asked to report back to the Commission regarding this issue. 10:45 a.m. - Public Hearing - Resolution to Form SJC Planning and Zoning Commission Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to enter into a Public Hearing to address the Ordinance to establish a Countywide Planning and Zoning Commission for the Unincorporated areas of the County. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Copies of the Ordinance were distributed. Commissioner Bruce Adams explained that the proposed Ordinance calls for seven board members to be appointed by the County Commission. Five of the board members will represent all areas of the County and two will be at-large members. The State statute allows for up to seven members. Commissioner Stevens explained that it would be an advantage if the Ordinance could be enacted today to form the Planning and Zoning Commission which would allow the appointment if Board Members from the applicant pool at the next Commission Meeting. The Utah Counties Insurance Pool is conducting a Planning and Zoning Conference, which will cover case law, land use regulations, electronic documentation and regulations regarding signing and billboards. The training conference is on the 5th of April in Provo and the new Board Members would be able to take advantage of the training if appointed next week. Commissioner Adams asked for public comment regarding the proposed Ordinance. Several issues were discussed concerning the wording in the Ordinance, Section 1.a. A correction was made to correct one non voting ex-officio member of the County Commission to serve as liaison. The change will read a non-voting, ex-officio County Staff Member to serve as liaison between the County Commission and the Planning and Zoning Commission and provide administrative support to the Planning and Zoning Commission. It was noted that the County Commission will decide issues brought by the Planning and Zoning Commission and it would be a conflict of interest if a County Commissioner on the Board. Rick said that the current status of the Planning and Zoning Codes and Subdivision Codes were updated in 2005. A clarification was made regarding the staff member who will be the liaison between the County Commission and the Planning and Zoning Commission and interact with other departments concerning planning and zoning, (Road, Survey, Recording Departments). Greg Adams, who is a certified Building Inspector and Appraiser has agreed to be the staff member and liaison between the County Commission, the Planning and Zoning Commission and other County departments and to provide administrative support. Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to exit the Public Hearing. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to adopt the Planning and Zoning Ordinance, with changes noted, to establish a SJC Planning and Zoning Commission with the option to review the Ordinance and make recommended changes, if necessary, after the Board is seated. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Ordinance No. 2007- 04 ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH A COUNTYWIDE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR THE UNINCORPORATED AREAS OF SAN JUAN COUNTY NOT WITHIN A TOWNSHIP WHEREAS, "The County Land Use Development and Management Act" (LUDMA), Subsection 17-27a-301(1)(a), Utah Code Annotated, (1953, as amended), requires that each county shall establish a countywide planning commission for the unincorporated areas of the county not within a township; WHEREAS, a county planning commission shall, protect the right of each "applicant and third party to require formal consideration of any application by a land use authority; applicant, adversely affected party, or county officer or employee to appeal a land use authority's decision to a separate appeal authority; and participant to be heard in each public hearing on a contested application." Subsection 17-27a-302(1)(e)(ii)(A)(B) & ©), Utah Code Annotated (1953, as amended); WHEREAS, "Land Use Authority" is defined in LUDMA as a person, board, commission, agency, or other body designated by the local legislative body to act upon a land use application." Subsection 17-27a-103(17), Utah Code Annotated (1953, as amended); WHEREAS, "Appeal Authority" is defined in LUDMA as the person, board, commission, agency or other body designated by ordinance to decide an appeal of a decision of a land use application or variance." Subsection 17-27a-103(2), Utah Code Annotated (1953, as amended); WHEREAS, proper notice was given that the Board of San Juan County Commissioners would meet to hear and consider this ordinance; and WHEREAS, the Board of San Juan County Commissioners (hereinafter, "County Commission") have heard and considered all evidence and testimony presented with respect to this ordinance and that the adoption of this ordinance is in the best interests of the residents of San Juan County, Utah. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNTY LEGISLATIVE BODY OF SAN JUAN COUNTY, UTAH, THAT: There is hereby created an advisory board known as the Planning and Zoning Commission ("Planning Commission"). 1.1 Planning and Zoning Commission A. Organization 1. Number and Appointment a. The Planning Commission shall consist of seven (7) members who shall be appointed by the County Commission. In addition to the regular seven (7) members, the County Commission may choose to appoint, one (1) non-voting, ex-officio County Staff Member to serve as liaison between the County Commission and the Planning and Zoning Commission and provide administrative support to the Planning and Zoning Commission. County Commission members may not serve as regular members of the Planning Commission. 2. Term of Office a. The term of office for regular Planning Commission members shall be staggered so that the terms of at least one (1) member and no more than three (3) members expire each year. As the term of each regular member expires, the vacancy thus created shall be filled by a majority vote of the County Commission for a term of four (4) years, so as to maintain the succession of staggered terms of service. b. Terms of all regular members begin on January 1st and expire on December 31st of the 4th year following the year of appointment. If the County Commission has not appointed a new member(s) to the Commission at the expiration of term, the current Planning Commission member(s) will remain on the Planning Commission until replaced by appointment of the County Commission. c. The ex-officio member shall be elected by the County Commission and shall continue to serve until replaced by appointment of the County Commission. The term of office for the ex-officio member shall not extend beyond the member's term as a member of the County Commission. d. If a vacancy occurs other than by expiration of term, the County Commission by majority vote shall appoint a new member to fill the unexpired term. e. Planning Commission members may be removed for cause from office by 2/3 vote of the County Commission prior to the expiration of the appointed term. 3. Method of Appointment a. In early November of each year, the County Administrator shall cause notice of appointment(s) to be published in a newspaper of general circulation in San Juan County. The Building and Zoning Department shall be responsible for the costs of such advertisement. Such notice shall state the nature and term of the appointment(s), the qualification for such appointment, request written statements of interest and qualifications, and establish a deadline for submittal of such statements, which time shall not be earlier than fifteen (15) days from the date of publication. 4. Qualifications Each Planning Commission member shall: a. Be a legal San Juan County resident for at least two (2) years prior to appointment. B. Officers and Procedures At the first regular Planning Commission meeting in January of each year, the first item of business shall be the selection of the Planning Commission Chairperson and Vice Chairperson from the membership of the Planning Commission. 1. The Chairperson shall preside over meetings. In the event a question over procedure arises, Robert's Rules or Order shall control. 2. The Planning Commission shall create and fill other offices as it deems necessary. 3. The recording of minutes of all Planning Commission meetings shall be the responsibility of the County. 4. A majority of the appointed members of the Planning Commission shall constitute a quorum to do business, and the affirmative vote of at least four (4) of the members in attendance shall be necessary to pass any motion. 5. The Planning Commission may establish additional rules and procedures to govern its operation. 6. The Planning Commission shall hold one (1) regular meeting on the second Tuesday of each month. Agendas for all meetings as directed by the Chairperson shall be provided by staff to all members of the Planning Commission at least three (3) days prior to the meeting. The Chairperson may call a special meeting(s) at any time with at least five (5) days notice to all members. All meetings shall be public and shall abide by the open meeting law according to state statutes. 7. Failure of any appointed member to attend three (3) un-excused consecutive meetings may be cause for written notification that his/her position is considered vacated and will be filled by appointment. 8. Any officer elected by the Planning Commission may be removed by 2/3 vote of the total membership when, in its judgement, the best interest of the Planning Commission will be served. C. Powers and Duties The Planning Commission shall have the following powers and duties pursuant to Section 17-27a-302, Utah Code Annotated (1953, as amended): 1. Each countywide planning commission shall, with respect to the unincorporated area of the county, make a recommendation to the county legislative body for: a. a general plan and amendments to the general plan; b. land use ordinances, zoning maps, official maps, and amendments; c. an appropriate delegation of power to at least one land use authority to hear and act on a the land use application; d. an appropriate delegation of power to at least one appeal authority to hear and act on an appeal from a decision of the land use authority; e. application processes that: (I) may include a designation of routine land use matters that, upon application and proper notice, will receive informal streamlined review and action if the application is uncontested; and (ii) shall protect the rights of each: (A) applicant and third party to require formal consideration of any application by a land use authority; (B) applicant, adversely affected party, or county officer or employee to appeal a land use authority's decision to a separate appeal authority; and ©) participant to be heard in each public hearing on a contested application. PASSED, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED by the Board of San Juan County Commissioners this _________ day of __________________________, 2007, by the following vote: Those voting aye: Those voting nay: Absent: Board of San Juan County Commissioners _____________________________________ Bruce Adams, Chairman ATTEST: __________________________________ Norman Johnson, County Clerk/Auditor Open Time and Other Business Mr. Fritz Pipkin came to make recommendations regarding the route that the Triathlon takes. He supports the Triathlon but feels that our County is not taking advantage of the events that take place nearby due to the road being closed from the parking lot on the mountain to Dalton Springs. He said that rather than coming into Monticello, the group goes into Moab. His suggestion is to keep the road open and if it is not possible to place signs saying that the road is closed because people go up and have to come back down when they find that the road is closed. Lynn Laws said that they don't usually push the snow on that road. Since the event has already taken place this year, representatives from the Road Department, Survey Department and the City of Monticello will have a chance to get together to discuss next's years event. Greg Martin, Assistant City Manager, said Eddie Allred is the Event Coordinator for the City of Monticello and has been working with the group. The Triathlon organizers will need to be involved in the decision. It was noted that even if they do not want to re-route the event, it would be an advantage if the road were to be kept open for rock climbers and cross county skiers. Dan Rogers, Executive Director of San Juan Mental Health, thanked the Commission for all of their efforts and support in trying to obtain additional funding from the legislature for his department. He said that he intends to get an early start this year in trying to obtain funding. Commissioner Adams requested help to provide prevention services in Monument Valley. He is in the process of writing a grant proposal to the Daniels Fund for substance abuse services in Monument Valley together with a proposal for a new substance abuse preventions program for adolescence in Blanding. The Daniels Fund will only consider funding for one project for the County. Dan requested the County's support for the grant request and would like a letter to include with the request from the County signed by Commissioners. No matching funds are required for this grant. Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to authorize Dan to write a letter for the Commission to sign in support for the grant proposal to the Daniels Fund for substance abuse preventions programs. Commissioner Bruce Adams seconded the motion and declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Commissioner Maryboy was absent for the vote. Rick mentioned that there is new reauthorization for federal funding for Aids Prevention Programs for high risk populations. Dan said that he had heard that there is some federal funding that can be tied in with substance abuse programs. Commissioner Stevens encouraged Dan try and take advantage of the opportunity for funding mental health programs. Dan also said that one of his Child Psychologists is threatening to leave if the department cannot provide telemedicine (video medical conferencing). Since the equipment is extremely expensive, and more inexpensive equipment does not provide adequate service, it was suggested that the patient and doctor could go to another location for consultations where the equipment is available. Workforce Services and CEU have the video conferencing equipment needed. Dan will investigate this idea. It would also be cost effective, even if a subsidy were paid. Lynn Laws, SJC Road Supervisor, advised the Commission that he will be going to the Hole in the Rock Trail again tomorrow and invited Commissioners to come along. Commissioners Stevens and Adams are unavailable to make the trip tomorrow. Sheriff Lacy, David Bronson, Ben Nielson, Wanda Franklin and Kelly Bradford will go with Lynn to help identify a route around the lake and to decide where signs should be placed. Norman Johnson said that the two young Eagle Scouts who worked to repair the Swinging Bridge in Bluff erected a plaque with their names on it but it was soon destroyed by vandals. Since they were instrumental in bringing attention to the bridge, and they worked very hard to repair the bridge, he thought that when the restoration of the bridge is completed, they could be recognized in some way, either by placing a permanent plaque giving the two individual Scouts credit, or by recognizing the Scouts in some other way. The Commission agreed that this should be done. Commissioner's Reports Commissioner Stevens attended a Aneth Chapter Meeting and said that members are concerned that not enough money being spent on roads on the Reservation. Commissioner Stevens asked Lynn Laws if he could provide a breakdown of expenditures on all County roads in 2006. Next Road Meeting is the week after next and he would like to have it by then. Lynn said that he has the information for 2005 but that they are still working on the 2006 report. He will try and see if it can be completed by the next Road meeting. Commissioner Stevens also asked Lynn if he know who provides the orange bags for trash pickup on the roads and who picks up the bags. Rick said that we provide bags but he does not know who picks them up. Lynn said that his crew sometimes pick up the bags in some areas. A suggestion was made that this could be a project for the Juvenile Program. Commissioner Stevens also suggested that we have some kind of a program to dispose of refrigerators because they are being dumped in the woods and it will eventually be an expense to the County to remove them. He thought that possibly we could find out if UP&L would buy the refrigerators or if we could have a program where there would be no cost to dispose of them. Rick noted that Empire Electric conducted a program last year to drop off refrigerators at the dump and many people took advantage of the program. Rick will do some research on the subject. Commissioner Stevens will be in SLC all week. He will attend a meeting tomorrow involving County Planning and tomorrow afternoon at 1:00 p.m. he will attend the Resource Advisory Council of UAC. He will attend a meeting on April 5th in Richfield with Senator Bennett with County Commissioners and then following that meeting representatives from the Forest Service, the BLM and the State Public Lands Policy Office will join the meeting. Commissioner Adams attended the UCIP Conference in San Diego last week. All expenses for the conference are picked up by UCIP. He said it was a very good conference. The main focus of the conference was on all electronic devices used in the workplace and the need for information to be retained in the event that it is needed for litigation purposes in the future. He said that everything can be recovered and that everyone should be made aware of this. He noted that larger cities are getting more and more technical, even meter reading can be tracked electronically in some areas. Commissioner Adams plans to attend the Forest Service open house and the Blue Mountain Water Meeting tomorrow evening. He received and e-mail from the Hospital Board requesting attendance at the Board Meeting Thursday night to discuss strategic plans for the San Juan Hospital. The Board Meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. with a hospital tour from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Commissioner Adams plans to meet with Kathy Hartman from Utah State University and Charlie DeLorme on April 16th to discuss the economics of renewable energy and wind power. Commissioner Adams invited Greg Martin to attend the meeting. He attended a UDOT Transportation Meeting on Friday and discussed the plans to move the SJC Port of Entry with the funds left over from the Hwy. 491 project. He also requested a turn lane in Spanish Valley at Sunny Acres and two more turn lanes inside the County line between Sunny Acres and Ken's Lake. He said that they are aware of the falling rock problem south of Bluff and will take care of this problem. 12:20 p.m. - Commissioner Lynn Stevens made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Bruce Adams seconded the motion. Commissioner Bruce Adams declared the motion carried by unanimous vote. Commissioner Kenneth Maryboy was absent for the vote. Check # Payee Amount 37435 4th District court 1075.00 37436 AASLH 100.00 37437 Amerigas-Blanding 497.54 37438 Barnes Distribution 311.22 37439 BlandingClinic 142.80 37440 Blanding Justice court 732.00 37441 Blue Mountain Foods 50.77 37442 Bound Tree Medical, LCC 383.17 37443 Bradford, Kelly B. 783.23 37444 Bunker, Bruce 332.74 37445 CEU-San Juan Campus 600.00 37446 CIMS 372.00 37447 DeLorme, Charles 371.35 37448 Emergency Medical Products, Inc. 611.90 37449 Empire Electric Assoc. Inc. 3686.43 37450 Freestone, Alan 1143.04 37451 Gallis Incorporated 204.85 37452 Great North American Companies 287.81 37453 Inscription House 132.60 37454 Kane County Justice Court 140.00 37455 KuJo Trucking, Inc. 459.00 37456 Lacy, B. Mike 459.00 37457 Meadow Gold Dairies, Inc. 98.70 37458 Miscellaneous Payables 381.25 37459 Monticello Justice court 66.00 37460 Motor Information Systems 1526.63 37461 Mueller, Lou 613.22 37462 Nicholas & Company 1274.43 37463 Peterson, Rex W. 1274.43 37464 Professional Collections, Inc. 80.00 37465 Public Safety Center, Inc. 459.22 37466 Questar Gas 490.22 37467 Quill Corporation 2029.76 37468 Redd's True Value 175.54 37469 Restaurant & Store Equip. Co 407.68 37470 Rocky Mountain Ambulance 2400.00 37471 Salt Lake Community College 51.18 37472 Information Only Check 0.00 37473 San Juan Clinic 1345.00 37474 SHELL 28.28 37475 SJC Blanding Library 116.10 37476 Standard Batteries of SLC Inc. 166.70 37477 State of Utah 15056.00 37478 Subway of Blanding 116.97 37479 Turri, Bob 285.00 37480 UniFirst Corp. 207.29 37481 UPS 38.23 37482 Utah Association of Counties 533.70 37483 Utah LTAP Center 40.00 37484 Adams, Bruce 168.30 37485 Utah Assocation of Counties 190.00 37662 Glock Inc. 998.00 ________________________________ ________________________________ Bruce B. Adams, Commission Chair Dianne F. Neuss, SJC Deputy Clerk