Marriott-Slaterville City History December 2017 Marriott-Slaterville Monthly History December 2017 December started out with a measurable snow storm the first weekend of the month, and then it turned bitter cold, setting us up for the first long inversion of the winter which lasted at least 10 days. Dennis Ilium, Vice-President of the City Council wrote a short Christmas message to city residents, which was published in The Pioneer Post The annual Breakfast with Santa was held on Saturday, December 9'^ and was an amazing success, with 100 attendees. Due to City Council President Scott Van Lueewen becoming our new Mayor-elect, notice was given that names will be accepted for consideration from qualified registered voters who desire to be considered for appointment to fill a mid-term vacancy on the City Council for the "At- Large" seat. The un-expired term of this vacancy will expire on January 1, 2020. Qualified persons who have formally submitted their name will be interviewed and considered for appointment by the City Council during the regular meeting on January 18, 2018. This year we watched devastation unfold over our nation. Many communities across the country suffered severe environmental conditions, as well as social unrest. These have resulted in economic, social and personal tragedy for millions of families, and are most directly felt by the people who live, work and raise their families in a place they call home. Local government leaders across the country ask us to be community builders in the aftermath of 2017. Planning Commission Meeting - December 19. 2017 Carl Parker retired as a Planning Commissioner and Mayor Butler recognized him, along with the other commissioners for their dedicated service. A Public Hearing was held for a Zoning Amendment request submitted by Maverik to re-zone their entire property to Commercial for possible expansion. They also discussed Ordinance 2018-01 to amend the Sign Regulations relating to freeway orientation sign setback. This amendment will increase the allowable distance from the interstate for a freeway sign from 250 ft to 625 ft. The Ordinance was approved by majority, as well as the amendment to re-zone the property to Commercial. Approval was again granted to John Duddleston to proceed with the Lazy Acres Subdivision. Preliminary approval was granted on January 19, 2016 and again on July 19, 2016, with no action taking place.