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Show WEEKLY REFLEX, DAVIS NEWS JOURNAL, MAY 9, 1984 Layton Council Gives Tentative OK To $4,344,351 Budget y-:-- LAYTON g'.v;? a $14,000 paging system. By DONETA GATHERUM i fir. a Last Thursday evening members of the Layton ti . City council gave tentative approv-nmto a $4,344,351 fiscal 1984-8- 5 budget. - al TWO PUBLIC hearings were set " to allow citizens to give input be- fore the budget is finally adopted. On May 17 at 7:05 p.m. there will n be a public hearing to consider the federal revenue sharing portion of the budget. The public hearing to consider final adoption of the fiscal budget will be held June 7 at 7:05 r'p.m. , ;::;.The budget was 1983-8- 4 -- .$3,283,716. THE MAJOR difference between the 1983-8- 4 budget and the proposed 1984-8- budget 5 is $526,351 the city anticipates the re- ceiving through the recently Projects in the city new pool. This would mean taking money from the general fund, not the capital project fund, and using it for a special interest project. Mr. will receive some of government the capital project money. $150,000 will be allocated to the street department for the replacement of a front end loader. Trujillo received some support The next project in terms of amount of money spent will be in the administrative department. $50,000 will be set aside for the renovation of city hall. Other admi-nistrati- expenses include $20,000 to upgrade the telephone system, $15,000 to replace copy machine and $20,000 to pay on a computer purchase. , .." THE POLICE department will ..receive $80,106. This money will be used to replace six patrol cars, .,to purchase five protective shields j , ", .r,for patrol cars, to purchase emergency communication . equip- ment and to purchase a VCR camera, a microfiche printer--.reader and a paper shredder. r.;, : An engine analyzer, costing V $22,000 is the major item that has been budgeted for the city shops. ALAWN mower, aone ton truck and shop tools are items included in the $50,645 alloted to the parks . V department. recommended money collected through admission fees to the pool for the fund established to build a ear-marki- ear-mark- '1- COUNCILMAN Sam Trujillo, the elected official assigned to the parks and recreation department, felt this amount was not enough. It will take ten years to get enough for a pool at this rate. The cost will increase more and more each year. Well never get a pool, Mr. Trujillo commented. The councilman adopted utility franchise tax. This for money has been capitol improvements. from every department y: THE MOST controversial capitproject item was money for a swimming pool. $50,000 was set aside as the beginning of a reserve fund for the eventual purchase of an olympic-siz- e swimming pool with a bubble cover that would make it so the pool could be used year around. Money will be added to this fund over a period of four years until enough was saved to build the pool. al from Councilman Golden Sill for this idea. MAYOR LEWIS G. Shields strongly opposed using general fund money for a special project. All departments will want to earmark their funds for their own projects, the Mayor reasoned. The Mayor reminded council members that the $50,000 set aside for the renovation of city hall was of the needed only one-fourt- h amount. We will be setting aside money for this project over a four year period, the same time frame we are using for the swimming pool, he stated. THE MAJORITY of the council members voiced agreement with the Mayors belief that money shouldnt be taken from the general fund and project. for a special ear-mark- When voting time came, the council acted unanimously to approve the tentative budget. - most expensive item for the fire department is MAYOR SHIELDS later commented that there is a possibility of receiving matching grant money from the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation that can be used for pool construction. Layton City has a good record with the BOR. The way our city is growing and the need we have for a swimming pool makes me believe that we could receive a $100,000 grant for a swimming pool, the Mayor said. Included in Layton Citys fiscal budget is $213,000 the city will receive through the library mill levy. This money will be placed in a special library fund. Only library expenses including bookmobile service and the reimbursement money that goes to Layton citizens who purchase county library cards will be taken out of the library mill levy revenue. MORE MONEY will be spent this year for library service than in the past two years that Layton has been out of the county system. Bookmobile services will be more. Since the county has made it easier for Layton residents to secure library cards, more Layton people are taking advantage of the county library service. Bob Stevenson is the council member assigned to the library . He commented that now is a good time to negotiate with the county if Layton wants to rejoin the countywide system. COUNCILMAN Stevenson pointed out that the central library in Farmington is so crowded that plans for a new, larger central library will have to be started soon. If they move the central library to Bountiful or if they enlarge the library at Farmington then the county will have no need for Layton in the system, Mr. Stevenson stated. We have money in the bank. We have a good library site. We are in good bargaining position. Mayor Shields informed council members that he had talked to Com. Saunders. He said all the county is waiting for is a proposal from Layton. THE CITY council members agreed that the council should first meet with the Layton Library board to work out a reasonable proposal and then the second step would be to approach the county library board and the county commission with a definite plan, dmg WILL IT PASS? need $60 maximum or a waiver will be provided. For a 1982 or newer, that jumps to $150. By TOM BUSSELBERG North County Editor LAYTON - Most Davis County motorists are leaving their first ever vehicle emissions test feeling fairly good about it, one inspection station owner in Clearfield -- says. Layton Kiwanis Hears About Water Problems - The Layton KiwaLAYTON nis Club meeting at the Family Tree Restaurant for their regular Saturday breakfast meeting heard Ivan Flint, Weber Basin Water Conservancy District executive, speak on this springs excess water problems. Mr. Flint showed slides illustrating some of these problems- WILLARD BAY is at an all time high. The water in the Great Salt Lake surrounding the Willard Bay dike is now fresh and froze this past winter. The ice from the lake de molished two of the district s buildings which housed instruments this past winter. About 1,000 second feet of water is presently going through the Willard Bay Reservoir. The reservoir was drawn down over the winter to provide some extra storage. The same procedure has been followed at Pine View. Bountiful City has obtained government approval to build a hydroelectric plant at East Canyon. The plan is to punch a hole through the dam near the present outlet and use that new outlet to power the hydro plant. ALL OF the reservoirs were drawn down as far as practical last winter to handle spring run off. In addition to the major storage reservoirs there are 22 equalizer reservoirs which are filled from the Davis County acuaduct. They are located high on the east bench. Earth movement on hillsides is a major problem currently. Slides along the Gateway canal are threatening the canal and have forced the district to shut off the canal and close down the power plant which operates from the canal. RESPONDING TO complaints from some that garages will get rich with the new program, just like some believe they can with safety inspections, Carl Egan said straight-forwardl- THAT SENTIMENT was echoed by a Bountiful counterpart and by Davis County Environmental Health Director Richard Harvey, although all three emphasized there are the complainers and those upset over costs they've had to incur for repairs or griped over the inconvenience. Carl and John Egan, a father-soteam that have operated a garage in downtown Bountiful for many years, figured about a 20 percent failure rate, although Lynn Wood, owner of Lynn Woods Service center near the Clearfield-Laytoline, says their first month brought about a 10 percent failure. And Mr. Harvey says of the first 1,007 tested, 16.9 didnt make it. n n not making it BUT EVEN -- four-fifth- Emmissions Test: Good? u. y: While John Egan connects the wires, dad Carl checks the analyzer to see if another vehicle will pass the new vehicle emissions test being administered around the s are passing, so far, county. More than indicate. records didnt amount to that much in re- pair costs, Mr. Wood said, averthe $9 in about $13, including aging pection fee. And while one man in Bountiful spent hundreds to install a new engine when his didnt pass, John Egan emphasized thats not mandatory-- he just wanted his car shape. running in p Thanks to upper limits placed on how much repair cost should be oldest required, a 1968 vehicle-t- he that will be tested-sho- uld only tip-to- wouldnt do it if we obviously didnt think we we could make money but he was quick to add it shouldn't be a huge windfall, at least in his case. He and his son will continue doing all the work, having seen about a 10 percent increase in business, that first month, although Mr. Egan said he thought that could go up if they advertised offering the service. Even so, though, he said it could take a year-1months to pay for the analyzer, costing about $7,000. 8 AND MR. Wood said thanks to said it the extra paperwork--Egan- s takes longer to fill out the forms s had to hire a that do the e and purchase a secretary $21,000 machine that also serves for tuneup and other checks. Although Egans said they hate to see more government intervention, they agreed its probably far better to fork out $13 say, than see the prospect of 1.5 million Utahns losing out on up to $100 million federal highway funds. Thatd average out to about $65 a person or $260 for a family of four. test--he- full-tim- AND ALTHOUGH theres been some talk inspection costs could be lowered, Mr. Harvey agreed $9 is really about what it will cost" although there could be some price competition as more He emphasized Davis motorists obtaining Salt Lake inspections wont see that accepted because Davis is more stringent, with Salt Lakes testing for hydrocarbons requiring an idle tailpipe reading vs. carbon monoxide in Davis where the idle and 2,400 RPM engine movement is checked. A LOT of traffic in Davis flows over the freeway, John Egan noted, and that is reflected more the 2400 RPM phase. year. I didnt think it was going to be worthwhile, John Egan said when he first heard about the program.' Ive been real surprised" at the results, comparing it to safety ine thing, spections. Its a but those that take good care of their cars should have no trouble because the standards are very lenient. love-hat- Layton High School Schedules Popular Play Heaven Can Wait LAYTON -- - Heaven Can Wait, the popular story of a person who is mistakenly taken from the earth by an erroring angel, will be presented by members of the Layton High School drama depart- ment May 10, 11, 12 and 14 in the Little Theater. Starting time is 7:30 p.m. Admission charges are $2 for adults and $1.50 for students. THE PLAY stars Gary Coleman and Natalie Anderson. Ron Peterson is the director, dmg Kuyspitte (Council Considers FUU By NORMA PREECE KAYSVILLE - Dr. Robert Runnells met with the council to report on his present status of both Marketboro and Condostor. He stated that the outside cement work on the Condostor has been done and that their schedule was to have the project completed by their deadline of May 15. He further stated that he was well aware of the June 15 deadline for Marketboro and explained that the balance of the road will be completed as rapidly as the weather -- j ii ..o )ii! per-mit- s. t nr- I" "'1 Carol Page stated she MAYOR PRO-TEthe council grant any see to like would not additional extensions and that if the Public Works Supt. Max Major says it is possible, she would like to see the project completed by the June 16 deadline. Dr. Runnells stated that he was not asking for an extension, but that he just wanted the council to be informed. THE COUNCIL discussed the Oakridge Highlands PUD Preliminary Plat. Gary Wright who is with Ivory and Company said he had an agreement with the city to put a road in for Oakridge Highland Subdivision. There was a which is approxi-matel- y park dedicated to the city two acres to be used as a storm drain )::u: I '. -- I . pond. Mr. Wright explained that this subdivision is actually phase 7 of Hess Farms, however, changed the name of this area. He said one part of this subdivision was zoned for apartments and when the apartments are built, it would require a loop walerline to be put in. HE FURTHER explained that he had obtained a loan from the bank for the road but not for the $30,000 it would take for the looped waterline. He stated that with this subdivision, he was not going to just sell lots, but he was going to build houses on each lot and then sell the houses. He asked the city to charge a $100 bond on each building permit collecting $20,000, so that by the time the looped water line was needed for apartments the $20,000 would be there for it. He further stated it was his intention to have the road in by October. Mr. Wright explained that because this area is a Planned Unit Development (PUD) one alternative was to consider single family homes versus twin homes. Ivory and Company feel that people in Utah prefer single homes that they can own themselves and that is the reason they decided to build individual home on the property. HE ALSO told of an overhead power line in the subdivision and that the people now prefer to have underground power facilities. He has received two bids to have the power placed underground throughout the subdivision. Following further discussion, the council voted for preliminary approval of Oakridge PUD as per interim docuHighlands No. ments as a preliminary plat. 1 in As for the inconvenience of having to get two different stickers and inspections, Mr. Wood said most people werent combining the safety and emissions testing but the Egans felt the opposite was happening there. AND EVEN though it means some extra money forked out and time spent, all agreed the improved mileage any carburetor adjustment extra should bring, in two-thre- e miles, should pay for the test at times over during a least two-thre- e luT7.. tel. sta- tions cooperate, as has happened in Salt Lake. Currently, 53 sites offer the inspection. RICHARD DIEHL, president of the Kaysvil-l- e Jaycees met with the council and introduced Steve Humphreys who will be serving as the new Jaycee president. Mr. Diehl thanked the Mayor and Council-me- n for the fine support they have received as a chapter during the past year that he has been serving as its president. HE PRESENTED the budget proposal for the Jaycees to the council to be reviewed with a list of all the expenditures and the projects that the money is needed for to fund their July 4th activities for Kaysville City. It was the consensus of the council that both Fruit Heights City and Kaysville City should share expenses as a joint contribution where both towns enjoy all the activities together. Mayor Purdy was out of town but when he arrives back home, it was suggested that he and Mayor Dean Brand of Fruit Heights meet and discuss the proposal. THE COUNCIL suggested that in the future, the Jaycee president meet with the council in April to present their budget proposal, instead of waiting until so late, as the city budget has its final approval to be made in June. Pres. Diehl said the Kaysville Jaycee Women also need funds from the city to further sponsor the annual childrens parade and the Miss Kaysville-Frui- t Heights Scholarship pageant. Fruit Heights does now contribute towards the pageant project. THE JAYCEES also need referrals for new members and they would appreciate any suggestions from the countil or the community. There has to be 20 members to keep their charter. Pres. Diehl also asked the council if they had any place to store items for the Jaycees where they would be free from damage and would be secure and safe. They have grills, propane tanks, equipment to build the Kaysville Float, Star on the Mountain equipment, etc. THE COUNCIL informed Pres. Diehl they would check this out and see if any storage room is available. At the present time it is being stored in one of the Jaycee members homes and the person is no longer a Jaycee member as he is over the age limit for membership. He would like this storage removed from his home. Brit Howard, councilman, stated The Star on the Mountain, (during the Christmas season) gives Kaysville city a lot of recognition and feels the city should assist the Jaycees in having it rebuilt and keep it as a traditional project. MR. HUMPHREYS has prepared a questionnaire to leave with the Mayor and council to review their 1983 project goals for the Jaycee Chapter. The council discussed the Resource Recovery Plant and feci they need more questions answered and more time to review the proposal before they take any action, np |