Marriott-Slaterville History April 2007 The proposed FY 2006-07 amended budget was also discussed. The road re-design project and costs for 1200 West at Quail Meadows was questioned. Mr. Morris explained the project and said it will be done this fiscal year. A public hearing on the FY 2006-07 budget for purposes of amendment was set for the next meeting. The proposed 2007-08 tentative budget was then discussed. Adoption of the FY2007-08 tentative budget and setting a public hearing for the next meeting was approved. Mayor Keith Butler said 229 residents have switched garbage service to Waste Management. That company is helping the elderly by taking their cans to and from the street. Mayor Butler reported that the city is applying at the WACOG meeting for a $2,000 R.A.M.P. grant to help with the July 4th celebration. The sewer district is in the process of putting in the new sewer outfall to the river. The Utah Power Sub-station is under construction on BDO. Delbert Hodson reported that he sees a lot of speeders on 1200 West. He wants the noise ordinance signs posted to reduce engine brake noise. He thinks the freeway signs need to be changed to remove "Harrisville" and read "Marriott-Slaterville". He asked about activities at Mulligans golf course. Mr. Ken Martin explained that the golf course is being redesigned, and will be closed this summer. Scott Van Leeuwen said that the construction of the new fire station is going well. The fire department had an awards ceremony at the city office building, with approximately 100 people in attendance. Mr. Van Leeuwen said he met with a very irate trucker who was angry with the city for a weight limit ticket on 1200 West. Mr. Van Leeuwen attended court with Mr. Morris on this case, and was very impressed with Mr. Morris' handling of this person. The Senior Health Connection Newsletter for April concerned foot care, and preventing foot trouble. They also announced an educational series designed for caregivers. The nine week course is free for caregivers and offers resources, respite and hope. The Neighborhood Watch and Sheriff's Advisory Committee issued safety pointers at their quarterly meeting which were printed in The Pioneer Post. Suspicious activities can be reported to the law enforcement dispatch at 629-8221. Be conscious of suspicious activities in your neighborhood, especially at night. Nearly half of all successful burglaries are made possible by entrance through unlocked doors and windows. Keep external doors and windows locked and in good repair. Outside doors should have a sturdy deadbolt. Display your address so emergency vehicles can quickly find your home. When you travel, or if you are frequently away from home, create the illusion that your home is occupied by having light timers, and do not let mail and newspapers pile up. Dixie Little, CERT Coordinator, explained in The Pioneer Post, what the function of CERT is, and requested volunteers to take the training offered so as to be able to help in emergencies. DeAnn Hufstettler was in charge of the First Ever! Nifty Fifty Dinner Club activity which was held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 12, 2007, at the Senior Center. Although the crowd was small, those in attendance enjoyed good food and games. 106