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Aurora City Council Minutes
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CITY OF AURORA CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 FINAL The Aurora City Council came to order at 7:00 pm. Mayor Quarnberg informed the public that proper notice for the city council meeting had been given. Jim Harrison gave an opening expression of choice, and the Council recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT: Mayor: Daven Quarnberg Council Member: Bryan Sprague Council Member: Parker Vercimak Council Member: Andy Rasmussen Council Member: Kelly Mason Council Member: Jim Harrison
STAFF PRESENT: Clint Johnson, City Recorder
EXCUSED: Maintenance Manager: Jordon Bosh
VISITORS: Shay Morrison, Lora Fielding-Salina Sun, Tambrea Vercimak, Tyree & Callen Vercimak
City Council Meeting- 1- APPROVAL OF MINUTES-
The City Council reviewed the minutes of the August 19, 2024 Council meeting.
City Council Member Andy Rasmussen moved to accept the minutes of the August 19, 2024 meeting with a few minor changes. City Council Member Bryan Sprague seconded the motion. The motion was approved by members: Rasmussen, Mason, Sprague, Harrison and Vercimak.
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2- OPEN SESSION-
No one from the public came forward with any issues for the Council.
3- CHRISTMAS AT WILLOWBEND DONATION-
Tambrea Vercimak, Chairman of the Christmas at Willowbend Committee approached the City Council to discuss upcoming events that will take place at the annual Christmas at Willowbend celebration. Ms. Vercimak informed the Council that the event will take place on Saturday November 30, 2024 at the Aurora City Park. She discussed some the events like a “Wolf Jog”, food court, paint class, cookie decorating, fundraiser for the “backpack club”, live nativity, fire pits and food trucks. Ms. Vercimak also asked the City Council for a donation to help fund the event.
City Council Member Kelly Mason moved to donate $750.00 to the Christmas at Willowbend Committee. City Council Member Jim Harrison seconded the motion. The motion was approved by members: Mason, Harrison, Rasmussen, Vercimak and Sprague.
4- CIB ROAD PROJECT UPDATE-
Mayor Quarnberg informed the Council that the road project has a few minor details to finish and then the project is completed. Members of the community have expressed their gratitude for the project and how well the roads in Aurora City look. Not all of the invoices have been received but it looks like the project will come in under budget with some extra gravel that the city can use.
5- ITEMS FROM REGION 6 GROWTH COUNCIL-
Shay Morrison approached the Council to discuss various items. a- Zoning Map- Mr. Morrison asked if he could obtain a copy of the Aurora City zoning map and stated that his office has the capability to print large maps such as a zoning map. The city expressed interest in having Mr. Morrison provide some maps. b- Mr. Morrison asked about the status of the new subdivision ordinance that the City is required to adopt. Mr. Johnson stated that he would reach out to City of Aurora City Council Meeting September 16, 2024 Page 3
the Mike Hansen group and find out the status of the update. c- Mini group summit- Mr. Morrison stated that their office will be holding a mini growth on October 1, 2024. d- CDBG Grant requirements- Projects that would qualify for a CDBG grant were discussed. The city has had some requests for an ice-skating rink to be installed, funds to purchase more cemetery property, restroom installation at the Aurora City Park and a few other things. Aurora City has not qualified for such CDBG grants in the past but if a good project were to come along, perhaps it would be time for Aurora City to try for some of the money. e- OTMA discussion- It was noted that all closed meetings must be recorded as required by state law.
6- REVIEW OF THE DAY OF SERVICE-
Mayor Quarnberg stated that he had received many positive comments about the Aurora City Day of Service. Members of the community help with numerous projects, installing new infield dirt at the ball fields, preparing for the installation of the pickleball courts, hauling new chairs to the Scout Cabin, painting the corners on Main Street, painting the silver parking barriers around the city park, cleaning up of weeds and debris. City Council Member Parker Vercimak shared a post on Facebook praising the project.
7- PICKLE BALL COURT DISCUSSION-
City Council Member Kelly Mason stated that there has been a lot of work done to prepare for the installation of the pickleball courts. Council Member Andy Rasmussen has donated time and equipment to the project as well as Mayor Quarnberg. The project is expected to be completed towards the end of September.
8- NS RECREATION DISCUSSION-
City Council Member Kelly Mason also discussed the events that are happening currently with North Sevier Recreation. He stated that the job opening for the Recreation Director position is currently out and that candidates will be interviewed soon. He expressed that Board struggling with having the community run off another
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Recreation director just as she was starting to pickup the job requirements. Mr. Mason stated that he will keep the Council advised as to the number of candidates applying for the position and the process.
9- DEPARTMENT REVIEWS-
Jim Harrison- Mr. Harrison discussed building issues that are being resolved and that he is still working hard as the Treasurer to help keep the records of deposit and reconciliation current. Kelly Mason- Mr. Mason informed the Council that he was in favor or purchasing an new Recreation sign that could be installed at the Rec Center to better inform citizens about current recreation programs. The new sign could be placed at the new park, east of the Recreation Center. Andy Rasmussen- Mr. Rasmussen discussed some individuals who need letters for their ordinance violations. Bryan Sprague- Mr. Sprague explained the Planning Commission had discussed the new procurement policy and was sending it to the City Council for their approval at the next meeting. He also discussed some animal control issues and stated how good the new streets in the City look. Parker Vercimak- Mr. Vercimak informed the Council that the Christmas at Willowbend Committee has already discussed their event so he had no further comment. Jordon Bosh- Mr. Bosh was absent from the meeting.
10- WATER AND FINANCIAL REPORTS REVIEWS- The Council reviewed the water usage report, delinquent report as well as the list of checks written and the budget.
11- ADJOURNMENT-
The Council completed their business and the meeting was adjourned at 8:45pm with Parker Vercimak offering a closing expression of choice.
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