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Show Guardian of Your Community News A8 • WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2009 Salem Days library auction earns $11,000 Amy Connelly STAFF WRITER Robert Nelson was the first to address the Salem City Council at their regular council meeting on Aug. 19. He approached the council to receive a preliminary approval of a one-lot subdivision at 628 South 550 West. This was a continuation of the annexation that was approved by the council on July 15, 2009, but some concerns were voiced that evening over issues with the utilities for the property. All of the issues have now been addressed, and the council carried the approval unanimously. Next to approach the council was Bruce Frampton, the owner of the new Gas *N' Go at 565 West SR 198. He was there to receive the approval for a beer license for his business, which will fully open in three to four weeks. The gas station is currently selling fuel, but is not open for complete business. The current Salem City ordinance regarding liquor licenses requires new business owners to pay $1,000 for their first calendar year of business, and $500 every year subsequent to that. Frampton voiced his concerns over purchasing the license now verses buying it in four months. His concern would be the loss of potential customers. He continued to say "I am trying to make money here, and I don't know if $1000 is worth it." Frampton owns two oth- C E L E B R A T I N G er businesses, one in Mapleton and the other in Orem. Frampton reported that the liquor licenses for those establishments costs him $250 in Mapleton and $500 in Orem, and that there was no higher initial cost. The council approved the beer license for Frampton's business, leaving the decision to him as to whether or not he should purchase the license now or wait for four months. The Daley family then approached the council to continue the discussion from the Aug. 5,2009 meeting about building at approximately 725 East 960 North. The council had resolved at the previous meeting to do some research as to the specific dates from when the property was first 3 0 G R E A T Y E A R S made a subdivision. After much discussion over the matter, it was determined that the cost to build at that property, due to its status as a subdivision, would be exorbitant. Salem's current ordinance on subdivisions requires the property to have all utilities, and the closest sewer line is about a mile away. Mayor Henderson said, "We are bound by law. Regardless of the empathy we have for the situation, we are bound by law and by the ordinance." Henderson suggested a next step for the Daleys, saying, "You must petition the council for a change in the ordinance." Following the discussion , the council unanimously approved the elec- I N P A Y S O N "We've Never Felt Better!" .;'•'- S ' V J ^ V y - 1 -*- ; ••./'iV-: i . . V : - ' : v - ' > r ' f • * : • - v ^ ' ^ v ' • * - • * • Mountain View Hospital is thrilled to celebrate 30 years in the best community in Utah. Come join with us as we honor you—the individuals that have inspired us to be better everyday} th 30 Birthday Celebration with Free Family Concert Featuring Nathan Osmond Nathan is coming back home to Payson, his birthplace, to perform songs from his new album "Feels Like Heaven" tion judges. The council also approved the Childhood Cancer Awareness Week for the city of Salem, which will run from Sept. 6-13,2009. The council then discussed the weed abatement program for the city of Salem. The city mailed out letters to property owners warning them of the need to clean up their weeds, especially on vacant lots. The property owners were given 30 days to clean up the weeds or the city would clean them up at the owner's expense. Police Chief Brad James was absent from the meeting, so the council determined to resolve the matter with him. The minutes of the July 29 and Aug. 5, 2005 meetings were approved, and the bills were approved for payment. Couiicilwoman Durrant reported that the Salem Days Library Auction raised about $11,000 for the library. She also announced another free concert on Aug. 29 composed of local bands, and there will also be free ice cream provided. Mayor Henderson announced that a businesswoman from Payson has contacted the city in the hopes of renting paddle boats on Salem Pond during the summer. The council is working to make sure that the proper paperwork is in place first, such as a business license, ample insurance and a contract. The paddle boats would most likely be available on week- ATV ordinance changes in SF Jen Allen STAFF WRITER Even though Mayor Joe Thomas was not at this week's city council meeting, there was still business to be conducted. Councilman and Mayor Pro Tern Wayne Andersen lead the meeting. First on the agenda for the night was the Anderson Auto Wrecking request to extend the amount of time that they can do business in Spanish Fork City. The council agreed so long as the Anderson's remove the weeds in front of their building, move all automobiles back behind the fence and also conduct business behind the fence. The extension is good for the next three years. A contract with the Chamber of Commerce was also put before the council. The contract details what the city will do for the chamber and what the chamber will do for the city. The city is to pay $16,500 for 2010 and 2011. Then in 2012 the payment will decrease by $5,000 each year. Also, the city will provide office space for the chamber in the city office building for two years. This is where the debate stepped up a notch. The chamber, while grateful for the help from Spanish Fork City, was concerned that after two years, they might be asked to vacate their office space. This would also be the first year they would take a decrease in funding from the city. The council and staff tried to reassure the chamber that they had no intention of doing so. The council approved the contract with the stipulation that the dedicated office space would be for three years instead of two. In the final piece of business, City Attorney Junior Baker explained some of the requirements and restrictions of the new All Terrain Vehicle Ordinance that the council passed. Baker explained that while citizens may want to go out and hop on their atv, there are specific alterations that will need to be made to any vehicle for it to be legal in addition to receiving appropriate endorsements. Such alterations include but are not limited to lights, backing lights, turn signals and windshields or DOT approved helmets. Some of the main restrictions are that state and county roads along with two-lane local streets will not be able to be used by ATV motorists. The ordinance won't be effective until Oct. 1, 2009 and the police department will be enforcing it strictly'. Free Concert • Refreshments Thursday, September 3 rd Starting at 7:00 P.M. at Peteetneet Museum and Cultural Arts Center Amphitheater Bringyour own chair and blanket and kick off Onion Days with us in true style} > ( , ; • • • > / : ; • • Come be a part of the homecoming of the class of 1990 on Sept. 11 Come join us for the assembly and many other activities. The assembly starts at 9:IS a.m. . For more information, call 801-465-7100 vm< GymCheetgh "GRAND OPENING SALE** ALL LEOTARDS 10% off through Septombtr 5th MOUNTAINSTAR Bring In your •Previously Loved Leo* (h ped txmOHcm) Not Bigger. Just Better. 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