Members

Samantha Anderson---Excused, Debra Conner, Thomas “TJ” Dubach

Charles Henderson---Excused, Kathy Larrabee, Paula Larsen

Kevin Lundy, Chuck McDowell , Al Peterson

7:00 PM Public Meeting Began

Call To Order---Meeting called to order by Kevin Lundy, Chairman.
Pledge Of Allegiance---Michael Sorensen, Boy Scout Troop 994
Roll Call Of Members---Seven council members in attendance, as listed above.

Minutes---Kevin stated that public minutes for 9-5-06 were approved in executive meeting
and executive and public minutes for 9-19-06 were approved in executive meeting.

Sheriff’s Report---Deputy Levi Hughes and Deputy Bennett explained the POP concept that is being implemented.
It has been a great success so far. Also the “Clean Street” program is up and going.
They are rattling some cages and enforcing some laws which it “bothering the bad guys a bit”, but that is what the program is all about.
Deputy Bennett is working with the Kearns Planning and Zoning board on addressing business licenses and helping with business reform.
Debby asked if the Talofa center was complying with the rules.
Deputy Bennett stated they are and that he has been doing some outside contracted security work there.
Rumba is doing ok so far and they are working with them to establish a good working relationship.

County Report---Susan Spicer from the Kearns Library reported that Kent Johnson would be the new manger of the library.
They have received 18 new computers, they are receiving good feedback regarding the COP officers
and them helping out with security at the library, and the after school programs are doing very well.
Stacee Adams, County Liaison, stated the Mayors Open Door meeting would be held this Thursday.
All those that come and sign up will be allowed 10 minutes to speak with the mayor. Come early because it is first come first serve.
It will take place at 4:00 PM in the mayors office, please arrive no later than 3:30 PM. HB40 is moving along well.
They have about 50 people that will attend the summit regarding this on 10-23-06.
Anyone else who wishes to attend please call Stacee to register. The county will be having a citizen lobbying class upcoming.
She will let us know the dates. Early voting is now going on.

ACCT Report---Kathy stated that Jeff Water said ACCT is purchasing 100 polling booths for the councils.
We can have some if we want. Still working on a PA system for councils to use.
There is only 20 months to conduct the HB40 survey.

Correspondence Folder---None.

Committee Reports

---Kevin reported on HB40. Stating that we need to get the word out to everyone and the survey.
ACCT is also concerned that we need to get the word out on a very grass roots level.
Chuck stated his concern was that all those that will sit on a summit committee for representation would be city representation.
We need to make sure all the townships are there as well.
Planning & Zoning---Chuck will take council’s approval to the Kearns Planning & Zoning board for the Apothocary West expansion.
UDOT---TJ reported that thanks to Sen. Ed Mayne and others the sidewalks are beginning to be put in on 5400 South.
Also huge block are being put in place for a retaining wall. He does not have an ETA yet, but will follow up on.
Also he heard there might be a vinyl fence put up.
RDA---Charles left report of this to Kevin. Kevin stated the last RDA meeting was not well attended.
Stacee Adams, Phil Bernal, from the county was there along with Paula and Charles from the council.
There were a few of the prominent business owners there.
Discussion was mainly about ownership of roads in warehouse area along with curb and gutters.
It is up to the business owners, but Phil suggested perhaps they could become their own special service district.
He stated that the business owners would possibly have to make all the improvements to the roads themselves and then deed them back to the county.
Greg stated that they want the county to put in the road and improvements, as they were originally promised,
and then they would deed them back to county.
Community Involvement---Paula reported the following donations were made from special funding and Kearns Community Night.
$100.00 donated to Kearns Lions Club, non-perishable food from community night, she took over to the food bank in Kearns.
They were very appreciative of it. Still waiting for check from TJ, treasurer, for $100.00 to take to the Children’s Center.
Kathy reported that the community Christmas party would be combined with the Utah Olympic Oval community night on 12-8-06.
It will be around 6:30 PM. Additional details to follow as are set.
Education---Nicholina Womack reported that the after school programs began on 9-5-06 and are doing very well.
Kearns Jr High has given them a room to use. They want to make it the kid’s space, but it does need improvements.
They want to paint the room and are looking for paint donations. Would like to paint it olive green and white.
Would need about 5 gallons of each color. Wal-Mart has already donated a play station and dance mat to them.
They want the kids to paint a mural on the wall.

Unfinished Business

---2007 Budget---Kevin asked TJ if he had it ready. He did not bring it with him. He had it done, but at home.

He stated he could access it through one of the library computers. Did so and made a few copies. Handed out to council members.

Kevin’s stated need to vote on ASAP and give to Stacee tonight sine she is here.

Paula raised concern that we have not seen this before now and have had no input on it.

There has been no previous discussion on this budget.

***Chuck motion to approve 2007 budget as written. 2^nd by Al. Again concerns were raised.

Kevin called for the vote. 4 votes yes, 2 votes no, 1 abstain. Motion passed. TJ will email copy of budget to Stacee.

New Business---Debby read letter she received from prevention specialist at Thomas Jefferson Jr High asking help for Red Ribbon Week.
This is to promote kids staying off drugs.
The letter requested possible donation from the community because they have no funding for this as in past years.
If anyone would like to donate call Debby or the administration of the school. Debby also reported a huge increase in graffiti in the Baccus area.
Please call the county for help getting this removed. She also stated that election judges are still needed.

Citizen Input---Pam Todd, Salem Ave, Kearns asked if anyone could be on the summit committee for HB40?
Stacee said they could and to contact her. Pam asked Chuck about the RDA laws and if he has a copy of the new laws.
Chuck stated he did and would give Pam a copy. Stated Pam just has to contact him.

Announcements---Kevin stated there would be no council meeting on 11-7-06 do to elections taking place.
Other announcements read as on agenda and on back table.

8:30 PM Public Meeting Adjourn