Kearns Community Council
Public Meeting // Tuesday June 3, 2008
6:30 Public Meeting Began
Call To Order---Chuck McDowell, Chairman
Pledge Of Allegiance---Kelsie Slaugh, Miss Kearns 2008
Roll Call Of Members---Eight members in attendance, as listed.
Minutes---Executive minutes for 5/20/2008 were approved as read.
Correspondence Folder---None
Citizen Input---Paul Pugmire introduced himself and stated he is running for Salt Lake County Council in November. Corinne Prestwich---4887 Filbert Park, Kearns Parkwood Area---Expressed her concerns regarding the upcoming proposed skatepark to the Oquirrh Park Area. She wanted other options for a location looked at. Does not want traffic routed through her neighborhood. Fran Gray—5512 S. 5575 W., Kearns—Stated that Greg McDowell promised her area that when 5600 South was done the residents in that area would have “safety walls” in backyards. This is a very busy street and they have concerns that the wall is not in. Stated she is “tired of being lied to”. Chuck stated that this issue is getting close to being done and she needs to understand that the money for this comes from all over. He is working on this issue for them still. Fran stated she has talked to Randy Park at UDOT and he knows nothing about it. Chuck stated he was surprised to hear this since Randy had attended all stakeholder meetings for the last two years on this. Chuck will follow up on for these residents. Roger Snow—Kearns Parkwood Area—Thanked the council for having a public meeting 5-28-08 regarding the skatepark issue. Roger gave his presentation on the traffic impact if parking was put in area close to his neighborhood. Chuck stated he had valid concerns and assured him that his, and others, concerns will be addressed.
Chairman Awards---Chuck presented council member Kathy Larrabee with a Certificate of Appreciation from the chairman for her support and hard work in the community both as a council member and Kearns resident.
Community Awards---Paul presented the Kearns High School Boys & Girls Water Polo Teams with a Certificate of Appreciation from the council for their successful water polo seasons the past 3 yrs and for taking the State 5A Water Polo Championship. Others recognized, by the council, for receiving awards at the State 5A Water Polo Championships were Coach Brad Peercy for receiving Coach of The Year, Adam Huff for receiving boy’s MVP, and Annika Bergesen for receiving girl’s MVP. Council also recognized and awarded Nikita Davis for recognition from the National Society of High School Scholars. Paula announced these community awards will be given out regularly and asked for community support in nominating someone they feel deserves the recognition.
Committee Report—Education & Library--(Taken out of order on agenda) KJH After School Program---Trisha Thomas thanked the council for their support of this program and for the funds given. Stated that because of the councils contribution to their DJ program they were able to purchase some “fantastic equipment” and now Spy Hop Productions has dedicated their partnership to them. Several students of the after school program were in attendance and expressed their gratitude to the council and community.
Mayor’s Office---Stacee Adams passed out summary of legislative bills to the council. Reported that the HB40 survey had a 24% response. Currently pulling formation together from them. Stacee also announced that this would be her last council meeting. She is taking a position with the State of Utah and leaving Salt Lake County. Chuck expressed thanks to her and stated she will be missed.
Sheriff Report---Deputy Bennett introduced new COP officer for Kearns, Deputy Shawn Williams, who will work with Deputy Bennett. Dep. Bennett thanked the council for their new format in recognition of what good is going on in the community. Reported that they made approx. $12,000.00 for cancer during their Cuff & Cancer event. Deputy Williams introduced himself and stated he is looking forward to working in the COP position.
Westside Representative---Greg Schulz stating that the discussion for possibly tolling for the Mt. View Corridor has come up again. Chuck stated that the council has not changed its position as “No Tolling”. Greg will take back no position to UDOT. gave an update on HB40, and some re-development issues going on in the Magna area. These are possibilities of what the Kearns area could look at.
UFA---Chad Simons, UFA West Battalion Rep, reported that the county emergency plan will be re-written by the county. They have an August 08 deadline. The UFA is developing community response teams.
Treasurers Report—Tabled.
Committee Reports—Community Involvement—Paula reported that long time Kearns resident and Kearns Town Council Member Keith Higbee has passed away. Stated help is still needed for float project and announced that general announcements and list of council members are on the back table for public. Planning & Zoning—Chuck reported there will be two items on the agenda at the Kearns Planning & Zoning meeting on 6-4-08 1-Requested zoning change on 5590 South Northwest Avenue by a homeowner to build an additional house on the property located there. 2-Door Church move to 4115 Sams Blvd. Health & Welfare—Andrea Boone, Red Cross, reported that there will be a mock disaster on 6-19-08 around 7:00 PM. She report as member on KCC Health Fair Committee that she has some commitments in place, but will need to address further after she is off work from teaching in a few days. She asked council how much funding she has to purchase items for the Health Fair. Chuck stated the council has approved $2000.00 up front. Andrea stated “then I can start spending”. Al stated that is ok, still with council approval.
Unfinished Business---Receipts For Taste of Kearns—tabled. KCC Workshop---Next workshop set for 6-26-08 at 6:30 PM. Place to be announced.
New Business---None
Public Presentation---East/West Transportation Study---Brandon Weston, Project Manager UDOT, presented the current possibilities they are looking at for this project. There will be stakeholders meeting on 6-12-08 for discussion. UDOT stated they wanted as much public input as they could get on this. Brought forms for public to complete as well as website udot.utah.gov/slcountyeastwest for public to go to for input.
Announcements---As read and on agenda.
8:15 PM Public Meeting Adjourn