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Wednesday, July 27, 2016

City Rec Center Public Hearing

"Anyone who has interest in the subject of the proposed Rec Center or wants the Power Point or PDF regarding the costs, details etc. call the city office at 435.946.2901 or email myself johns@gardencityut.us or Bob Peterson robertp@gardencityut.us The rec. Center is decided by the public not by the council. You can also go to www.gardencityut.us for information on the layout and what is being proposed." John Spuhler


Bobbie Bicknell Coray, reporter
Rich Civic Times

GARDEN CITY, Utah. July 26, 2016.  Garden City Recreation Center public hearings were held.  The City hired JUB for a preliminary design to decide what the project would cost.  GKB Investment Bankers provided expertise about bonding.  Bob Peterson, City Administrator worked with other communities of similar size to see what they had done to build their community rec centers.  National trends seem to be for multipurpose centers for all ages and abilities.

Amenities include indoor walking/running track, climbing walls, and therapeutic pools.   Seniors are the fasted growing segment of health club memberships and they have 70% of disposable income.  Top sports  include group exercise, walking, swimming and running.

Youth are discouraged from taking drugs if they are active in sports. Half of teens said that they would not use their screens as much if they had a place to play and do sports. Plus it combats youth obesity.

The Garden City Master Plan suggests developing a facility, park and trail system or family recreational activities.  Pickleball, volleyball or basketball courts were suggested.
So far 100% of people polled in Garden City in a non-scientific poll used the parks and recreation facilities, most used is the bike trail.  Over 75% of respondents were second home owners. 
Residents would like more recreational opportunities especially in the form of trails and access to public lands.  Residents would like to see improvements continue at Heritage Park and fish pond.  However, several individuals felt there were enough amenities.

Over 70%  of residents indicated that grants were their preferred source for funding additional services and facilities.  The majority of respondents were opposed to increasing property tax.
The City Pool has over 4,600 people using it yearly. This number did not include adult spectators.  January and August had the most visitors. The pool is being used year round.

The rec center is proposed to be 32000 square feet, with 2 basketball courts 4 volleyball, 6 pickleball, batting cage, golf driving range and rock wall.   Also proposed are activity rooms,  workout room, and an elevated jogging track. It will be open 24 hours a week during off season and 90 hours during peak season.

The City believes it will cost $6.14 million for the entire project.  The average home $244,580 in city, with a primary resident 45% deduction it is taxed at $134,00 177.61 so there would be $14.81 extra a month.   Membership costs family for residents would be $360 a year which included the pool. Nonresident passes would be $660.00 a year for a family.  Single senior non- resident pass would be $240 .  It will be handicapped accessible. 

The Council needs to pass a resolution to start the process.  On Aug 11 they will vote on authorization  to  put the bond on the November ballot will be voted upon. 
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The city expects revenue of $215,000 expenses $190,000  but under a worst case analysis there would be a $46,000 loss in the first few years.  PAL taxes would have to make up the differences.

The City anticipates 150 residents buying passes and 50 non residents.  10,000 would buy day passes. 

Scott Tollentino asked, "How about saving for it and planning for the future?  It's a great idea but the timing is bad.   For example $280,00 was just spent for non contiguous land to the park and that money could be spent for saving for the park."
  
Peterson said, "the city is growing and services need to be made for that growth.  Cities control parks and rec.

Chris Coray asked  what fraction of property is owned by non registered voters. Councilman Bruce Warner said that 80% are second homes  and they pay 100% of the property value. "The fact that they cannot vote on this is a problem we face on every issue."  

The city is proposing a General Obligation Bond at 2.81% interest over 20 years.  ($410,000 annual debt service.)

Lake Elevations

Bear Lake elevation update
July 25, 2016


 
  • Bear Lake on July 25th was at 5,913.25 - That is down 1.19 ft from the high elevation approximately one month ago.
  • The flow at Rainbow Canal is only 70 cfs. Ten days ago it was around 320 cfs. That drop in natural flow has resulted in an increase in pumping from the lake. Ten days ago the rate was 1000 cfs. Yesterday it was up to 1500 cfs.
  • The twice weekly conference calls continue to reflect all water users' conservation efforts. To date they have used about 58,000 acre feet or about 8 inches of Bear Lake water.
    That means the other 6 inches have been lost due to evaporation! It's a natural byproduct of our recent hot and windy weather. 
Does anyone see any monsoonal rain in the forecast?

(All lake levels given at UP&L datum).



Claudia & David Cottle
Executive Directors
Bear Lake Watch
   Working to Keep Bear Lake Clean Deep &  Blue 

Garden City Town Council Member Appointment

PUBLIC NOTICE
GARDEN CITY TOWN COUNCIL MEMBER APPOINTMENT

Notice of Municipal Office to be appointed during the Garden City Town Council meeting to be held on August 11, 2016 at 5:00 pm, at 69 N Paradise Parkway, Bldg C:
• Town Council Member to serve August 11, 2016 through December 31, 2017
Candidate filing period begins July 27, 2016 and ends August 5, 2016. Declaration of Candidacy forms will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on August 5, 2016.
Declaration of Candidacy Forms must be filed in person with the Town Recorder at 69 N. Paradise Pkwy, Garden City, UT between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm July 27, 2016 through August 4, 2016 and 9 am and 3 pm on August 5, 2016.
Candidate must meet the following qualifications:
1. Be a United States Citizen at the time of filing.
2. Be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
3. Be a legal resident of Garden City for 12 consecutive months immediately preceding the date of the appointment.
4. Be a registered voter of the municipality.
5. Not be a convicted felon, unless the right to hold elective office has been restored.

Rich County Sheriff's Report- June

Anita Weston, reporter
Rich Civic Times

TOTAL INCIDENT REPORT BY INCIDENT
Nature of Incident
Total Incidents
Agency Assistance
5
Alarm
7
Alcohol Offense
2
Animal Problem
8
Attempt to Locate
1
Burglary
1
Citizen Assist
16
Citizen Dispute
1
Civil Process
5
Criminal Mischief
1
Criminal History
5
Disorderly Conduct
1
Domestic Disturbance
2
DUI Alcohol or Drugs
3
Fire
4
Found Property
2
Fraud
2
Harassment
1
Impounded Vehicle
1
Intoxicated Person
2
Juvenile Problem
1
Lockout
1
Lost Property
1
Medical Emergency
16
Missing Person
1
Traffic Accident with Damage
9
Traffic Accident with Injuries
2
Property Damage, Not Vandalism
1
Sovereign Lands
6
Suspicious Person, Circumstance
6
Theft
3
Threatening
1
Traffic Hazard
7
Traffic Violation
2
Transportation of Person/Property
1
Trespassing
1
VIN Serial Number Inspection
11
Wanted Person
1
Welfare Check
2
     TOTAL
143
INCIDENT REPORT BY LOCATION
Location
Total Incidents
Garden City
82
Laketown
27
Randolph
21
Woodruff
13
     TOTAL
143


NATURE OF INCIDENT BY LOCATION—GARDEN CITY
Nature of Incident
Total Incidents
Agency Assistance
2
Alarm
6
Alcohol Offense
1
Animal Problem
5
Citizen Assist
11
Civil Process
2
Criminal History
1
Disorderly Conduct
1
Domestic Disturbance
2
DUI Alcohol or Drugs
2
Fire
3
Found Property
1
Fraud
2
Harassment
1
Impounded Vehicle
1
Intoxicated Person
1
Medical Emergency
13
Traffic Accident with Damage
3
Traffic Accident with Injuries
1
Property Damage, Not Vandalism
1
Sovereign Lands
4
Suspicious Person, Circumstance
3
Theft
2
Threatening
1
Traffic Hazard
3
Traffic Violations
1
VIN Serial Number Inspection
7
Welfare Check
1
    TOTAL
82

  
NATURE OF INCIDENT BY LOCATION—LAKETOWN
Nature of Incident
Total Incidents
Alarm
1
Animal Problem
1
Burglary
1
Citizen Assist
2
Citizen Dispute
1
Civil Process
2
Criminal Mischief
1
Intoxicated Person
1
Lockout
1
Lost Property
1
Medical Emergency
3
Traffic Accident with Damage
3
Sovereign Lands
2
Traffic Hazard
1
Traffic Violation
1
VIN Serial Number Inspection
4
Welfare Check
1
      TOTAL
27


NATURE OF INCIDENT BY LOCATION—RANDOLPH
Nature of Incident
Total Incidents
Agency Assistance
1
Alcohol Offense
1
Animal Problem
1
Attempt to Locate
1
Citizen Assist
1
Criminal History
4
DUI Alcohol or Drugs
1
Fire
1
Juvenile Problem
1
Missing Person
1
Traffic Accident with Damage
2
Suspicious Person, Circumstance
2
Theft
1
Traffic Hazard
1
Transportation of Person/Property
1
Wanted Person
1
     TOTAL
21


NATURE OF INCIDENT BY LOCATION—WOODRUFF
Nature of Incident
Total Incidents
Agency Assistance
2
Animal Problem
1
Citizen Assist
2
Civil Process
1
Found Property
1
Traffic Accident with Damage
1
Traffic Accident, with Injuries
1
Suspicious Person, Circumstance
1
Traffic Hazard
2
Trespassing
1
     TOTAL
13


TOTAL TRAFFIC CITATION REPORT BY AREA
Area
Citations
Violations
Garden City
29
23
Laketown
7
7
Randolph
19
20
Woodruff
10
10
     TOTAL
65
71


TOTAL TRAFFIC CITATION REPORT
Description
Total
Unlawful Possession or Consumption
1
Possess Paraphernalia
1
Operating Vehicle Without Insurance
3
No Proof of Insurance
1
Expired Registration
1
Fail-Yield/Stop Sign
1
Speeding
52
Too Fast For Existing Conditions
1
Improper Usage of Lanes
2
Fail to Notify of Address change
1
No Drivers’ License in Possession
1
Drive on Denied License
2
Drive on Suspension
1
Possession Controlled Substance
1
Possession Drug Paraphernalia
1
Intoxication
1
     TOTALS
71
TOTAL TRAFFIC WARNING REPORT BY AREA
Area
Warnings
Violations
Garden City
6
6
Laketown
12
12
Randolph
3
3
Woodruff
6
6
     TOTAL
27
27

TOTAL TRAFFIC WARNING REPORT BY VIOLATION
Description
Total
Seating Improper
2
Riding on Vehicle (old)
1
Speeding
23
Fire Restriction Violation
1
Parking Below High Water Mark
1
     TOTAL
27