about 15 cities and counties in the state presently do not participate. Mr. Morris requested Dr. George Burbidge to meet with the council because of his specialized knowledge on the subject. Dr. Burbidge explained the National Flood Insurance Program which makes relief available through federally guaranteed flood insurance as authorized by the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968. Certain areas of Marriott-Slaterville are subject to periodic flooding; about 25% of the city is in flood hazard areas. There is no fiscal cost but there is the regulatory cost of putting the community under federal regulations. Corrections to flood maps would be an expense to the city. Dr. Burbidge noted that there are pros and cons to participating with the federal government being involved. They would control the flood zone and those who want flood insurance, although insurance companies do most of the administration for flood insurance. When asked if other cities have had any problems, Dr. Burbidge said he is not aware of any, except that the flood area maps are often not correct. A resolution was necessary to authorize the mayor to make a regulation for flood areas by executive order so that those wanting to get insurance can proceed as soon as FEMA approved the city. Resolution 2008-A for the intent to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program was passed in February 2008. Ordinance 2008-08, adopting the Flood Control Measures Act, allows the city to participate in the National Flood insurance Program. It was adopted in September 2008. Representatives from the state and FEMA Region VIII located in Denver Colorado, visited our city. They said the levees along the Weber River are not "certified" and are not "certifiable" in accordance with the appropriate standard for such levees, and further that levees will not provide protection for properties within the flood prone areas in the city, and they recommended changes. Adoption of this Ordinance allows limited development in the flood plain, under a variance procedure, for 6.5 acre parcels. The Ordinance also prohibits the building of future state roads, such as Legacy Highway, as well as public utilities, in the flood plain. FEMA informed staff that this Ordinance will have the effect of federal law since it will be approved by FEMA, and will pre-empt contradictory state laws. The request by Big "W" Subdivision on Pioneer Road for the elimination of the holding strip along the western edge of the subdivision for future development was approved on June 19,2008. At the October council meeting, James Williamson, subdivides requested an amendment to vacate Lot 4 on the First Amended Rat for the Big "W" Subdivision which was approved by the council in June. This would allow him to recoup the costs of developing the road in his subdivision. The vacating of the lot comes at the request of the county recorder's office. After discussion Ordinance 2008-09 on the lot being vacated was approved with the provision that this piece be later incorporated into the adjoining subdivision. Ordinance 2008-10, approval of zoning map amendment from A-1 to Commercial at 701 North 2000 West, by Castle Funding Group, was discussed at the November 2008 council meeting. The Planning Commission, after a public hearing on October 15, 2008, recommended approval of this Ordinance. The ordinance includes an 0-1 open space designation along Four Mile Creek, and that three tots in front of the property be reserved for retail commercial only. The applicant may propose storage units at the rear of the property, similar to that allowed in the M-1 zone, but this would need a separate ordinance. Mr. VanLeeuwen questioned the depth of the lot, and was advised that the cul-de-sac was within the 1400 feet in maximum distance, as specified in the Public Works Standards. There is no anticipated problem with the sewer plant at the rear of the property, if it is used for commercial purposes. Access must be worked out with UDOT, because if the use changes, UDOT can restrict access. Ordinance 2008-10 was approved unanimously. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on October 15, 2008, to take public comment on the proposed ordinance for a zoning map amendment for various parcels from RE-20 to A-1 at 2016 West 700 South, requested by James Syme. Following the hearing, the commission recommended approval of the ordinance. At the November meeting, council was told that there is a six foot section of property which is in dispute between Mr. Syme and Keith Slater which remains RE-20. Mr. Morris said the property owner did not realize the property zone had been changed to RE-20, and would like to revert it back to agricultural, for tax purposes. After discussion Ordinance 2008-11 was approved by the council. Deputy Matt Pittman requested that Ordinance 2008-12 be amended to allow deputies to immediately tow vehicles parked on a road during a snow storm, rather than wait two hours for the vehicle 6