August 2004 Several actions were discussed and passed at the August 19, 2004, City Council meeting. Ordinance 2004-02 relating to the Frank Blair settlement proposal to change the general plan and zoning similar to a 1990 proposal made to Weber County, including the standard severability clause, was passed. Resolution 2004-G which gives notice of intention to create a special service district in the vicinity of 1200 West and 900 South, was passed. This directs staff to set a public hearing at the next regular meeting. The intent of the council is to establish a special service district, as authorized under state enabling legislation, to provide certain services as the city grows. This could include such services as water, sewerage, drainage, flood control, garbage, health care, transportation, recreation, fire and ambulance services, street lighting, 911 and emergency dispatch, animal control and snow removal. The proposed special district, "Pioneer Special Service District," allows taxes to be levied upon all taxable property within the service district, as well as fees and charges, to pay for all or part of the services provided to the district. The initial special district boundary will encompass the Quail Meadows and the adjacent subdivision. Other property can later annex into the district to obtain its services, without the necessity of being contiguous. Utah's six northern counties are agreeing to help one another in the event of a major disaster, and our city has been asked to participate by an interlocal agreement. The agreement covers all kinds of situations, such as natural disaster, chemical accidents, terrorism, and kidnapping. Mr. Morris said the city has some shovels, gloves and first aid supplies for smaller disasters, as well as a Citizen's Emergency Response Team. In a large disaster the interlocal agreement would come into play, and the city may receive more than it contributes. Weber County has a trailer with pumps, sand bags, back hoes, and other equipment. The CERT shed at the county fair grounds could also be accessed. Our city would be required to respond outside of the county if they were asked. Good Samaritan laws may reduce liability in case of city participation. Resolution 2004-H concerning Emergency Mutual Aid interlocal Agreement was passed. The Moderate income Housing Plan, which is incorporated as part of the General Plan, analyzes existing housing and the affordability for households with incomes at or below 80% of the median income of the community. Recent legislature changed the state law to require an update on the plan biannually. The current report shows an 88% total supply of moderate income housing. A requirement that subdivisions of 10 acres or more must have at least 15% of the lots for moderate income housing, was replaced. The statement now reads, "based upon the high percentage of moderate income housing in the community (88%), it is surmisable that the current and ongoing land use policies and practices of the City have not limited moderate income housing opportunities." The governing ordinance was also changed to eliminate this 15% requirement. The 2004 Moderate income Housing Plan Update as modified was approved by the council. The city's recently completed Emergency Preparedness Manual was distributed to council members. It was completed by city staff through a federal grant. Mr. Morris reviewed the manual with the council and talked about types of disasters which could befall the community. Copies of the manuals will be distributed to all residents. Further emergency training is planned. Road conditions, including weight limits, and dangers for children walking to school, were discussed. To date, the four-way stop at the intersection at 400 North and 1200 West, seems to be working well, with no accidents reported at the site. A study of traffic volume is being done at this time. Some road stripes will be repainted this fall. Pot holes which need repairing should be reported to President Ilium. Mr. Morris displayed a map showing the location of various crimes and accidents that occur in the city. The map is updated monthly and is available, along with the monthly sheriff reports, at the city office for review. Questar Gas has a new billing system format which has shown some residents living in an area other than Marriott-Slaterville. City staff will help resolve the matter for those with this problem, if they will call the city. A summer picnic for community members age 55 and over was held at the Slaterville Park on August 10. Randy Phipps cooked a dutch oven dinner which was enjoyed by about 55 of our residents. The Piano Gallery presented an organ program, with Dolores Slater as one of the organists who entertained. Our second Evening of Music at the Park, was held on August 23, 2004, at the Marriott Park. Jessica Wilkins, Shizue Marumoto, and Eiko Kishimoto entertained us as they played a Japanese instrument, the Koto. Kiera, 115