Marriott-Slaterville Monthly History May 2013 It doesn't seem long since our Presidential and General Election, but already another one is in the offing. Notbe was given of the Marriott-Slaterville City Municipal General Electbn to be held on November 5, 2013. The office of Mayor and two City Council offices are open for vote, all for four year terms. The filing period is between June 3, 2013, and June 7, 2013, at the Office of the City Recorder at 1570 West 400 North, Marriott- Slaterville City, Utah, during regular office hours. A person filing a Declaration of Candidacy or Nomination Petition must meet Utah Code 20A-9-203. The drought condition is a looming concern along the Wasatch Front, with warnings coming from many directions. In the May 2013 issue of The Pioneer Post, the Weber Basin Water Conservancy meeting with tocal leaders from northern Utah was reported. Utah is the second driest state in the United States. The City was asked to inform residents about the need for water conservation. Being aware of water consumption will reduce the overall rate, as many people use more water than needed. We are asked to watch household water use and ways to conserve. Outdoor water schedules should be adjusted for seasonal needs and weather conditions. Those using the City"s pressurized system were asked to water in evenings and night when possible. Weber Basin will host a free Learning Garden Fair on June 1,2013, from 8:00 a.m until 2:00 p.m. It will be held at the Weber Basin Learning Garden, 2837 E. Highway 193 in Layton. Experts will be there to answer questions. You can buy plants and get garden ideas. There are free hot dogs and drinks. They will host multiple classes and programs during the spring and summer. Visit their website: www.weberbasin.com/ conservation. Volunteers spread compost at the Community Gardens at City Hall on May 18, 2013. Unfortunately only three volunteers came to help Sandra Saunders and DeAnn Hufstetler at this big job. A business license was approved for Uncle Lee's Cafe, 1720 West 12* Street, a restaurant, at the May 16, 2013, City Council Meeting. Linda Wangsgard from the Weber County Library, gave a presentation at the Council Meeting about the Weber County Library system. The main library infrastructure is beginning to fail after 45 years of use, and a bond election for library reconstruction and improvements is proposed for June 25, 2013. City Administrator Bill Morris advised that Waste Management recently notified the City that they intend to increase residential solid waste collection and disposal fees charged to the City. The City seeks to recoup this cost by increasing garbage fees from $12.00 to $12.75 for the first garbage can. Each addltbnal can cost will increase from $4.25 to $4.50. This increase should cover inflationary costs for several years. Resolution 2013-C, increasing residential solid waste collection rates was discussed and passed unanimously by the Council. Resolution 2013-D, amending the park reservation fees and polby, was discussed by the Council. The Resolution increases fees for non-residents and presents two options for park reservations. Concern has risen over the use of Slaterville Park in connection to weddings by the adjoining Green Barn Gardens. Councilman Rob Smout said he has no interest in Green Bam Gardens as operated by his sister, but recused himself from the meeting to avoid the appearance of bias. Regina Smout addressed the Council and said she felt whoever scheduled the park first should have access to the entire park, including the bowery and park. Councilman Scott Van Leeuwen felt it improper for a business to tie up the entire park when it is a public park. President Dennis Ilium agreed and suggested that she rent some portable restrooms rather than use park facilities. He felt that the public park should not be used to benefit a for-profit business. Councilman Deibert Hodson suggested that park policies be published in The Pioneer Post. Two options were outlined in the Resolution: 1. A person who reserves the park, 116