Marriott-Slaterville Monthly History November 2011 November is the month for thanks, particularly as we celebrate Thanksgiving Day. We can give thanks to our neighbors with the city awards program. In the November issue of The Pioneer Post, residents were reminded of their opportunity to nominate others in the community for the annual awards. The awards are: The Good Neighbor Award-a neighbor or business which is an exemplary example. Elna Lucas Community Culture/History Award~a person who has contributed to our community history and culture during the year. H. Orvil Holley Youth Leadership Award-youth who has shown outstanding leadership. Darrell Mecham Community Service Award-an extraordinary volunteer in the community. The deadline for nominations is November 30,2011, and should be sent with a short supporting statement to the city office. Because of the interest expressed by some of developing a cemetery district in our city, information was given in the newsletter about what would be involved in its establishment. Estimated costs of $35-$62 per year for the cemetery district property tax on a $250,000 home would be in effect until the cemetery was developed, possibly 5 years. It is ultimately up to the voters in the city to decide if they want a cemetery district. Residents were reminded that it is illegal to park on the side of the road during and after a snowstorm, because of necessary snowplowing. The most traveled roads in the city are plowed first, subdivisions and the least traveled roads are plowed last. Home and business owners with sidewalk are responsible to remove the snow from the sidewalk within 24 hours after a snowstorm. Garbage cans should be removed from the road soon after collection. A business license was approved for Taco Time, 390 North 2000 West, a fast food restaurant, at the November 17, 2001, City Council Meeting. Mayor Keith Butler has talked with each planning commissioner whose term expires at the end of this year. All have done a great job, and would like to remain on the Planning Commission. The Mayor reappointed Kent Meyerhoffer, Mike Hunsaker, Rick Taylor and Carl Parker. The council unanimously granted advice and consent to these appointments. City Administrator Bill Morris asked the council to consider whether to hold an election or gather names on a petition for the creation of a cemetery district. If the city gets 67% of the residents/property owners to sign a petition in favor of the cemetery district, an election would not have to be held. Mr. Steve Mecham has volunteered to take a petition around the city. Councilmen Kim Slater and Delbert Hodson both felt that it would be better to have this issue on the ballot instead of a petition. It would be more formal and allow people to vote their conscience privately. The Council directed staff to prepare a resolution for the December 15, 2011, regular meeting and to set a public hearing on January 19, 2012, to take public comment on the proposed creation of a cemetery district, by a unanimous vote. Ordinance 2011-03 allowing off-highway vehicles (OHVs) on streets and highways in accordance with Utah Code Annotated 41-22-10.1, was discussed by the council. More OHVs are being used by residents for agriculture, recreation, yard work, snow removal and local travel. The resolution would authorize currently registered off-highway vehicles, with duly licensed drivers/operators, and insurance, to be operated on city roads. Liability may not be imposed on the city relating to the designation or maintenance of any street open for such use. City roads are specified on the base map, and the resolution applies only to city roads, not state roads. Ordinance 2011-03 was adopted by unanimous vote. 179