The Pioneer Post Volume XII Issue 2 Marriott-Slaterville City Newsletter February 2010 Legislative Report Dennis Ilium, City Council Marriott-Slaterville City has two separate but equal branches of government. The executive branch is led by the Mayor. The legislative branch is lead by a five-member Council. The executive branch handles the daily operation of the city, appoints officials, proposes the budget, responds to violations and complaints, manages parks, implements policies and services, and does planning and zoning, among many other responsibilities. The legislative branch, the City Council, makes laws, adopts the budget, authorizes contracts, sets tax rates, confirms appointments, and exercises oversight. Two members of the City Council are elected from the east district, and two from the west district. One member of the City Council member is elected at- large. The City holds its elections in odd numbered years. The City currently has a number of projects in 2010. The reconstruction of 400 North will start soon. Also, 1200 West will have major repairs later this year after Questar finished its gas line replacement. Further, there will be ongoing park projects. We welcome your comments. For executive issues call the city office at 801-627-1919, or for legislative issues contact your council member. 201C Census The first U.S. Census took place in 1790 to determine the number of seats each state would have in the U.S. House of Representatives. The foundation of American democracy depends on fair and equitable representation, and the Census in am important part of our democracy. You should soon receive a Census Questionnaire for the 2010 Census. Please complete the Questionnaire and return it to the U.S. Census Bureau. Pet tides This is the time of year that pot holes dot the road in the community as the snow and cold winter take its toll on the asphalt. Pot holes have been inventoried and will be repaired as the weather permits. If we miss one by spring, please let the office know. Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, AprO 3, 2010 - 10:00 AM Kids ages 1-8, come join us for an Easter Egg Hunt at Slaterville Park. The Easter Bunny will make a special appearance, so bring your camera. Location: Slaterville Park Sponsored by: Les Olson Company, Operation Happy Kids, and the City. 161 West Davis Corridor EIS Public Open Houses UDOT and the Federal Highway Administration are initiating an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to study and make a decision on a potential transportation corridor in western Davis and Weber Counties. This is the next step following the North Legacy Corridor Study completed in 2001. Public participation is key to the success of the study. UDOT invites you to attend any of the public open houses below from 4:30 PM to 8 PM. Tuesday, February 23,2010 Syracuse High School 665 South 2000 West, Syracuse Wednesday, February 24,2010 Legacy Events Center (Davis County Fairgrounds) 151 South 1100 West, Farmington Thursday, February 25,2010 West Weber Elementary School 4178 West 900 South, West Weber For more information, please call 877-298-1991, or visit westdavis@utah.gov or www.udot.utah.gov/westdavis. Rabies Clinics WEBER COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER 1373 NORTH 750 WEST (Fairgrounds) Dr. Steve Lemmon, DVM February 6th & 20th from 2 - 4PM Cost of rabies shot: $13:00 Dog licenses available through Weber County Animal Services. Spayed or neutered: $10.00 / Non-spayed or neutered: $25.00 Spayed or neutered (owner 65 or older): $5.00 PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, February 16,2010 - 7:00 P.M. ***No business, this meeting may be cancelled*** This agenda is tentative. Items can and will change. CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2010 - 6:30 P.M. 1. Call to Order/Minutes. 2. Business licenses, if any. 3. Public hearing on Agriculture Protection Area at 3175 W. Pioneer Road by Marion Long. 4. Conditional acceptance of Quail Meadows Subdivision 5. Discussion/action on justice court. 6. Report on 400 North reconstruction. 7. Officer reports and legislative oversight. 8. Adjourn until March 18, 2010. This agenda is tentative. Items can and will change.