Council member Becraft moved to approve the minutes of March 6, 2001, as written. Council member Tafoya seconded the motion. Council members Becraft, Cordova, Smith, and Cordova voted "aye." The motion carried.

Mr. Wahlen invited Richard Farris to the front to recognize him as Roy Employee of the Month. At the grave side services for former Mayor Glade Nielsen, Mr. Wahlen stated that the cemetery had been mowed and swept--it was spotless. He stated several other people also commented on the cleanliness and upkeep of the cemetery that day. Mr. Wahlen stated that he and the City appreciate the efforts Richard puts forth for the community, and specifically for the day of the funeral. Mr. Wahlen stated that even though Mr. Farris didn't do all the work personally, he was the person who made it all happen. Mr. Wahlen then recommended to the Council that Richard Farris be recognized as Roy City Employee for the month of March.

Council member Tafoya moved to nominate Richard Farris as employee of the month for March. Council member Smith seconded the motion. Council members Becraft, Cordova, Smith, and Tafoya voted "aye." The motion carried.

a. Final inspection for final acceptance of subdivision improvements for Countrybrook Subdivision No. 3 at approximately 4075 West 4900 South

b. Final approval of Hamblin Place Subdivision No. 1 located at approximately 4000 West 4800 South

c. Renewal of Class "A" beer licenses for Jordan Sinclair and Winegars

Mayor Burnett asked the Council and the audience if they would like to have any items removed from the consent agenda. Blake Wahlen stated that he would like item "b" removed.

Council member Cordova moved to approve the consent agenda consisting of items "a" and "c." Council member Becraft seconded the motion. Council members Becraft, Cordova, Smith, and Tafoya voted "aye." The motion carried.

Mr. Wahlen stated that the remaining 2.4 acre parcel in Hamblin Place Subdivision No. 1 will be purchased by the city for a detention basin. It is located on 4800 South and approximately 3900 West. A purchase agreement will be brought before the council for formal approval at a later date. Mr. Wahlen recommended approval for this purchase when it comes before the council.

Council member Cordova asked if this retention pond would be a backup to catch the water for this subdivision, and Mr. Wahlen stated that it would help to have 2 ½ acres under water instead of everyone's basements.

Council member Cordova moved to approve Hamblin Place Subdivision No. 1, item "b" on the consent agenda. Council member Smith seconded the motion. Council members Becraft Cordova, Smith, and Tafoya voted "aye." The motion carried.

Council member Smith asked Mayor Burnett for a definition of a Class "A" beer license in item "c." Mayor Burnett stated that the definition of a Class "A" beer license is alcohol purchased to be consumed off the premises.

Debbi Ames stated that she was asked a couple of years go to start tracking the history of Roy City. She proceeded to read the first page she wrote for the Roy City History Book. She stated that Emma Russell had kept the history book for Roy City for many years, but there had been a lapse in the book for a couple of years after her death. Debbi Ames had been asked to resume keeping the history of the city. She gave the updated book to the Council to see, and stated that a second book would be started.

There was further discussion as to whether Roy had an official historian. It was determined that there was no official historian, and Debbi was asked if she would like to be the official historian for Roy City. She answered that she would be honored.

Council member Becraft moved to accept Debbi Ames as our official historian for Roy City. Council member Cordova seconded the motion. Council members Becraft, Cordova, Smith, and Tafoya voted "aye." The motion carried.

Mayor Burnett asked Mr. Wahlen if any information would be back on the offer by the 28th of March for the Recreation Meeting. Mr. Wahlen stated that it was uncertain as to whether any information would be available by then, but that he would work towards that date.

Mr. Wahlen stated that there is a conflict on two parcels of land in the west part of Roy. When the subdivision was recorded, there was an error in the survey which resulted in an overlap on the property. Roy City currently owns 50% interest on two residential lots in the Bridle Vale Subdivision that currently have residents. The city has no use for that ground, and Mr. Wahlen recommended that the Mayor sign the quick claim deeds turning over any interest the city has in those two lots. No motion was needed for this action.

Mr. Wahlen stated that there is an upcoming dinner with the Planning Commission, and asked that the Council fill out the questionnaire as to whether they will be attending.

Mayor Burnett stated that there is an Immediate Response Training that will be taking place on March 24 at Roy Junior High School from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Contact Chief Zimmerman if you wish to be involved in this. This is in regards to the need for police training for incidents such as the recent nationwide school shootings.

Council members Cordova and Smith stated that they would be absent on the next Council meeting, and Council member Tafoya would possibly be absent.

Council member Tafoya stated that Wednesday, March 28 at 6:00 p.m. there will be a recreation meeting at the recreation building. The area of focus will be on the new Roy West Park concerning the parking, lighting, the skateboard park, etc.

Council member Smith stated that Chamber extends an invitation to women who own businesses to become a part of this organization. He stated that Alan Hall, Chamber president, has offered to pay 50% of the initial application fee for those women who qualify. Council member Smith asked each member of the Council to help recommend one person who would qualify for this organization.

John Jett, a member of the audience, asked the Council if he and Mr. Simpson be placed on the next City Council agenda concerning their opinion that several hundred Roy citizens are being unfairly taxed by the Hooper Water Improvement District.

Blake Watkins, a member of the audience, asked the Council if there was information concerning walking paths or light rail on the D&RG tracks. Mayor Burnett stated that the last information he received from the last legislature was that the UTA was putting together a proposal with concurrent of Union Pacific, who owns these tracks, to purchase a right of way on the east side of the existing UP tracks for a light rail to be run along side the UP tracks. Together with this agreement, the D&RG tracks would be sold as a right of way to UTA. They would not be used as a light rail at this time as it would be less expensive to put them on a UP right of way than to upgrade the D&RG. The D&RG tracks would be used for a bike path, rails to trails, a corridor for utilities, and possibly a transportation corridor in the future.

Council member Becraft stated that her class was studying government, and asked that her students attending tonight's meeting stand. There were several students who stood for recognition.

Council member Becraft moved to adjourn the City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. Council member Cordova seconded the motion. Council members Becraft, Cordova, Smith, and Tafoya voted "aye." The motion carried.