Council Members Informal Remarks

Anita Weston, Reporter

Rich Civic Times 

GARDEN CITY, Utah.  March 12, 2015. City Councilman, Chuck Stocking, reported that the boiler for the spa at the town pool broke.  It is currently being replaced.  There was no extra charge because it was still under warranty.  It should be working by next week.  The library seems to be doing well.  The board members are working on getting a sign that can be placed in the large sign next to Logan Road.  The Board is still planning on the City paying half of the costs of getting this sign in place.

Bruce Warner noted that he had been contacted by an individual who wanted to be the DJ at Raspberry Days, but said he had been excluded from the process. 

Apparently that individual had the same opportunity as all of the others who wanted to participate in this activity.  However, he didn’t complete the paper work and didn’t have the required equipment to be able to handle the crowds that are expected.  He was given notice as well as an e-mail as a reminder.  He didn’t win the bid.

Elk Ridge business is still on hold.  Bess Huefner was asked to visit with the Webbers to see if something can be worked out with them.

The suggestion was made that the City obtain more property along the lakeshore.  There are individuals who would probably be willing to donate property to the City for a tax credit.  There are currently laws that make this a positive direction to take for some individuals.  Mayor Spuhler said they would look into this matter further.

Mayor Spuhler and Darrin Pugmire both attended some of the legislative sessions.  It gave some visibility to Garden City.  They both felt this was a good thing.  They both said that the City needs to be involved in the legislative process.  We need to know what is happening in the State.

It was noted that some investigation should be made concerning water impact fees for short term rentals. 

There will be free beach access to all registered voters who live in Garden City.  They will be given a free pass to go to the beach anytime they desire.

It was suggested that a link be placed on the City’s web site that takes people to the state’s rules for boat owners.  Boats need an inspection for quagga mussels as well as a $25 sticker.

The suggestion was made that subcontractors receive their invoices within 30 to 60 days.  Perhaps an ordinance or resolution could be made to require that this be done.  It would be easy to place this type of information at the bottom of their contract so that they have that information available to them.