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MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HELD MONDAY, MARCH 6, 1978
TIME: 10:00
PRESENT: E. S. Boyle, Commission Chairman
Calvin Black, Member
David Guymon, Member
Kristine Frost, deputy clerk
Minutes were read and approved on a motion from Commissioner Black and seconded by Commissioner Guymon. It passed by those present
MINERALS WEST RECIPROCAL AGREEMENT
Mr. Steve Nielson of Mineral West met with the Commissioners to present two receprocal agreements between Minerals West and Atlas Corporation. The motion to approved these agreements was made by Commissioner Black and seconded by Commissioner Guymon and it passed by all. Copies of these agreements are on file in the Clerks office.
VICTOR SCHAFER
Mr. Victor Schafer met with the commissioners to discuss the use of the county car for a trip to Salt Lake that he needs to make. Permission was given for him to use his own car as both county cars are in use that week-end.
WEED SUPERVISOR
Jim Stevens, USU Extension Agent met with the Commissioners and Jim Heaton to discuss the duties of the Weed Supervisor. The Commissioners approved the hiring of Jim Heaton as Weed Supervisor at step 27 grade 1 the pay per hour is $3.94. Jim Heaton must be certified to to handle restricted pesticides and he must certify all those that request poison salt for prarie dog control.
BLUFF TOWN COUNCIL
Inez Wilson, Mayor, Linn McCleery, Opal Hooper, and Jim Taylor met with the commissioners to discuss the Bluff Precinct, Justice of the Peace. Glenn French who resigned in February would like to be reappointed. The Commissioners stated that they would establish the Salary for the Justice of the peace as it is suggested by the legislature and then if Mr. French will accept that salary then he can reapply for the position of the Justice of the Peace of Bluff.
The town council and the commissioners also discussed the road work needed in Bluff, and the work that had to be done on the Bluff Airport before it could be used.
SUBDIVISION
Mr. Max Chartrand presented a subdivision plat for the approval of the Commission. The commissioners refused to approved the subdivision plat because it did not have a 50 foot easement. The county can't accept any roads unless they are a minimum of 50 feet.
NEWSLETTER
Mrs. Helen Neal met with the commissioners to present her report and newletter.
3rd RECREACTION
Dawn Tanner of the UNDC met with the commissioners to discuss the 3rd Recreation. She suggested a county recreation committee but the commissioners felt that there was too much diversification in the county for a committee to be effective.
WIND SPEED AND DIRECTIONAL INDICATOR
Commissioner Black made the motion that Jon Hunt be authorized to buy and install a directional
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wind speed and directional indicator. Commissioner Guymon seconded the motion and it passed by all. Commissioner Boyle will discuss this with Mr. Hunt.
HANGERS-SAN JUAN COUNTY AIRPORT
The commissioners received a letter from Jim Black stating that there were at least 4 people who wanted to rent hangers. They request at least 4 and would like to have 6. Commissioner Boyle is to get some bids for Steel T-Hangers in a 4-6-8 configuration. The Commissioners also need to consider raising the rent on the hangers in Blanding. These new hangers must have a concrete floor.
SENIOR CITIZENS FURNISHINGS
Arvid Black met with the commissioners to discuss the furnshings for the Senior Citizens Centers.
A-95 REVIEW
The commissioners were asked to look over and approve the A-95 Review for the City of Monticello's new water treatment plant. This was approved and the deputy clerk was asked to write a letter to this effect.
PARK SERVICE
Glen Alexander, Skip Cole, and Forest Wellman met with the commissioners to discuss the deputization of Skip Cole and Forest Wellman as County deputy sheriff's and bails bondsmen. The Commissioners stated that they didn't want the tourists harrassed for minor offenses but that they expect these men to give citations for major offenses. The Commissioners are against the Canyonlands Wilderness Area. The commissioners are glad to cooperate with the park service but they are dissatisfied because the Park Service has not kept their promises. The Commissioners will approve these men for County Deputy Sheriff's and Bails Bondsmen but if there is not some cooperation exhibited by the Park Service the county will withdraw their co-operation completely.
BLM
Les Sweeny, Dell Backus, and Gene Day met with the commissioners to discuss the Millcreek Project and its relation to our zoning. They also discussed the D-road system.
A proposed land exchange between the State of Utah and the BLM was discussed. The first land exchange would been 11 sq. miles on the road to Halls Crossing and the second is Canyonlands and Castle Valley.
The BLM peple asked the following questions: What is the county D-system and When does the county have to apply for an easement. They discussed the B-roads as they are found on the maps and these are quite accurate as to their location on the maps. The D road system will have to be mapped and Commissioner Black suggested that Lynn Adams, Doug Pehrson, and some BLM men get to gether and map out the D-roads. The definition of a D-Road is any road that existed as of 1976.
BUS FOR NAVAJO MOUNTAIN
Bruce Shumway met with the Commissioners to discuss the bus that the Navajo Tribe has purchased for the Indians at Navajo Mountain. The tribe is asking 27cents a mile for the time that they spend picking up the Indians for the Meals Program. Mr. Shumway suggested that there should be some regulations on the use of the bus and reports must be made before payment is given.
SENIOR CITIZENS PROGRAM
Mr. Shumway also told the commissioners that he had received the Title V money for renovation and construction of buildings. San Juan County received $3,208.00 out of the $200,000. allotment to the state.
The commissioners and Mr. Shumway also discussed the purchase and bidding for the furnishings for the Senior citizens Centers.
COMMISSIONER BLACK REPORTS
Commissioner Black reported that Senator Garn and Senator Hatch have started a Bill in the Senate to transfer all BLM land to the States.
JOHN STEWART'S CHECK
The Clerk and Auditor, Clytie Barber, is questioning the amount of time that John Stewart claims to have worked for the county. He worked 172 hours working part time while he is working full time for the BLM. Commissioner Boyle check with his boss, Arvilla Warren, the County Recorder, and looked at the time record, the quality and the quantity of work that Mr. Stewart has produced. He is satisfied that Mr. Stewart worked this many hours and recommends that this bill be paid.
MONTICELLQ AIRPORT AGREEMENT
The Commissioners received a letter from Jon Hunt asking that the Assignment of Monticello Airport Agreement be renewed. This was discussed and Commissioner Black made the motion to renew the Agreement and Commissioner Guymon seconded the motion and it passed. The deputy clerk was asked to write a letter to Mr. Hunt.
INSURANCE BIDS
Commissioner Boyle reported that there was only one insurance bid which was put in by Central Utah Insurance Agency. Commissioner Black made the motion that the Commissioners accept the Bid. Commissioner Guymon seconded the motion and it was unanimous.
INSURANCE BID
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General and Auto Liability 23,115.00
Airport Liability 624.00
Property 3,231.00
Boiler 415.00
Public Employees Blandet Bond 109.00
TOTAL ANNUAL PREMIUM 27,494.00
This contract is subject to change when a new Statement of Values is prepared and signed by a representative of the county.
WILDERNESS WORKSHOP
Al haskins reported on the Wilderness workshop which the Governor asked the Association of Counties to sponsor. Mr. Haskins stated that he had stated the Commissioners stand on Roadless and Wilderness areas.
HOSPITAL BOARD MEETING
The Hospital Board has decided to give its employees a 5% Cost of Living Raise now with a 10% raise in July. They want to keep the pay period from July 1 to July 1.
BILLS PRESENTED FOR APPROVAL AND PAYMENT
Utah State Library Commission Books 398.50
State Tax Commission of Utah State Tax Withholding 1,549.42
First SecurityBank of Utah Withheld Income and FICA Tax 6,464.37
Dolores County Colorado Snow Removal for Ja. 1978 1,748.00
Wycoff Company Freight 4.82
Transport Clearings Freight 88.16
P.B.I. Freight Service Freight 32.72
State Electrical Supply Co., Inc. Electrical Supplies 527.96
Stanley D. Martineau Janitorial Services 239.00
State Treasurer, State of Utah Court Reporter Feed 90.00
Dell Hunter Courthouse Janitorial Services 875.00
Tom Livingston Monticello Lib. Janitorial Serv. 185.00
Canyonlands Communications Maintenance Contract 819.90
Edward S. Boyle Travel 182.42
Clytie Barber Travel 26.50
Bill Francom Travel 144.74
Utah Dept. of Transportation Collector Roads 338,151.51
Peggy Barlow Travel 4.32
Nancy Begishje Travel 5.40
Roy Colamity Travel 2.70
Rita Castillo Travel 14.58
Elna Clark Travel 9.35
Jean DeJolie Travel 3.30
Ella Mae Eltsosie Travel 26.10
Jack Eltsosie Travel 44.70
Irene Fatt Travel 8.50
Allen Greymountain Travel 1.50
Minnie Greymountain Travel 2.55
Jean Marie Holgate Travel 9.00
Babe Ketchum Travel 7.68
Daniel King Travel 4.08
Edith King Travel 12.54
Clyde Little Travel 46.50
Betty Lou Longsalt Travel 16.50
Joe Manygoats Travel 54.00
Sam Miles Jr. Travel 13.02
Buck Navajo Travel 23.64
Marlene Navajo Travel 16.98
Willie Navajo Travel 4.76
Ezal Owl Travel 12.92
Dallas Ross Travel 71.00
William Sharkey Travel 4.20
Beccy Smallcanyon Travel 12.92
Wilder Smallcanyon Travel 23.00
Alice Tso TRavel 9.90
Jack H. Kirby Uniform Allowance 70.00
Daniel J. Walker Uniform Allowance 70.00
S. Rigby Wright Travel & Professional Serv. 1,242.85
William Acton Work on basement of Bl. Lib. 43.75
Multigraphics Divison Drawers, Style 23.10
Amoco Oil Company Gasoline 76.27
John Baker Travel 156.76
Bancroft-Whitney Co. Books 98.15
Beehive Office Equipment File 382.00
Nelson B. Begay Uniform 70.00
Mary Black Sheetcakes 12.50
Black Oil Company Gasoline 725.25
Blue Cross-Blue Shield Insurance 3,976.84
Blue Mountain Meets Roast 21.97
Robert F. Bryan Tool Allowance 25.00
Bureau of Land Management Montcello Airport Rental 10.00
Arthur Cahoon Travel 130.40
Canyonlands Communications Maintenance 23.25
Canyonlands Repair Service Towing 20.00
Caun-Co. Inc. Supplies 147.05
Causeway Texaco Service Balance 2 Tires 3.00
Chevron Gasoline 98.58
Codner's Motor Service Repairs 52.40
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Jack Rentz Subsistence 80.00
Albert Sam Subsistence 80.00
Harold P. Williams Subsistence 80.00
Sheriff's Office Petty Cash 1,460.67
Conoco Gasoline 9.19
Rudy Cook Uniforms 70.00
Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Insurance 171.50
Cortez Glass Company Glass 14.96
Dove Creek Implement Company Materials for entryway 701.56
Elk Ridge Restaurant Meals 5.80
Paul Foreman Signs Sign painting for tennis courts 20.00
Future Electronics Tapes 8.64
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Tires 137.20
Green Well Motel Travel 16.00
David L. Guymon Travel 200.04
Mike Halliday Uniform 70.00
Ronald J. Harvey Tool Allowance 25.00
Al Haskins Travel 375.12
John Helquist Travel 59.20
Howard's Sporting Goods Basketball 64.95
R. R. Howell Uniform 70.00
Hurst Construction Co. Repair Monticello Library Roof 200.00
Industrial Supply Company Supplies 780.71
Inkley's Film 169.76
Jensen's Food Center Dye 5.06
Jim's Parkway Texaco Supplies 8.99
Everett Johnson Travel 205.02
Kelly Company Legal Forms 3.38
Kenny's Cafe Meals 5.70
Lariat Restaurant Meal 51.35
Monticello Mercantile Groceries 7.98
Monticello Plumbing C Heating Plumbing Repair 53.00
Motor Parts Supplies 5.55
K. E. McDouglad, Inc. Meals 5.04
Victor C. Schafer Travel 31.68
San Juan Travel Council Petty Cash 82.20
Barbara Montella Travel 38.08
Montegomery Wards Cover-alls 61.48
Motorola, Inc. Maintenance 122.55
Mountain West Office Products File 32.18
Mountainwest Magaazine Magazine 8.00
National 4-H Supply Service Wood Staff 8 Ft. w/Ball 14.24
Helen Neal Travel 100.27
Office of County Commissioners Snow Removal 4,125.00
Police Cheifs and Sheriffs Information Bureau 1978 Directory 22.50
Postmaster Envelopes 431.10
Eldon Pugh's Truck Parts Parts 551.67
Wayne Rasmussen Replace fan belt 8.87
Rocky Mountain Machinery Co. Parts 195.79
San Juan Coummunity Social Services Information and Referrel 1,780.66
San Juan Hospital Balance of 1977 Budget 50,000.00
San Juan Record Misc. Supplies 100.25
Scenic Aviation Operating Sn-Jn Co. Airport 125.00
Victor Schafer Travel 77.74
Deana Scorup Travel 29.50
C. W. Silver Co., Inc., Parts 289.72
Jerry Smallcanyon Tool Allowance 10.00
State of Utah Employees of record 50.00
James W. Stevens Travel 127.50
Blanding City Untilites 184.72
Empire Electric Utilites 144.29
Ten Wheeler Meals 38.75
Texaco Inc. Gas 404.54
Travel Lodge Travel 93.92
Utah Gas Service Company Utilites 1,448.52
Utah Power & Light Co. Utilites 3.18
Utah Public Employees Ass. Dues 20.50
Utah State Retirement Fund San Juan County 11,473.82
Western Auto Supplies 314.68
Western Road Machinery Company Parts 2,457.19
The Estern Slope Welding Supply Co. Welding Supp,ies 34.50
Williams Energy Company Propane 327.42
S. Rigby Wright Uniform Allowance 70.00
Xerox Corporation Duplicating Charge 630.99
Young's Machine Company Parts and Labor 118.63
Abajo Electric Hanging of lights in Mental Health off. 517.66
Brodart, Inc. Book 61.50
Grand Junction Steel Steel 170.01
LaVar B. Lyman Tool Allowance 25.00
Continental Telephone Company Feb. Service 1,480.85
Johnson Begay Subsistence 80.00
Jim N. Benally Subsistence 80.00
Thomas Holly Subsistence 56.00
SAN JUAN COUNTY ROAD MEETING MARCH 6, 1978
Time: 9:00
Present Commissioners E. Boyle, D. Guymon and C. Black, Coug Pehrson, Foremen L. Lyman, B. Bradford,
A. Holden and L. Adams
Minutes were read and approved. Commissioner Black commented on access roads, they can be classed as public roads on review and adoptin by the Board of County Commissioners. This would be called the D-road system.
Hiring personell who live in the area of far out rads to run a patrol was discussed. Commissioner
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Guymon made the motion that Bernal be authorized to hire a man in the Montezuma Creek area on a 3 months trial basis. Second by C. Black: carried.
Doug reported it would cost approximately $2,000.00 each for abutments at Brown's Hole for the bridge, this was approved b y the Commissioners.
Doug reported Ismay and Bilitso projects were ready to go for the construction crew. The Commissioners approved both projects at the discretion of the forman and Doug.
Teek reported he was ready to move. Teek asked permission to hire a Grader operator and requested a starting salary. The Commissioners instructed him fo follow the pay plan.
Lynn distributed a memo on telephone calls from the Commissioners to the foremen.
Meintenance agreement with the BIA for $60,255.00 was signed by the Commissioner Chairman.
Ace was given approval to construct a san shed at the Monticello yard.
Meeting was adjourned 10:00 A.M.