Minutes of Combined Commission Working & Regular Session

Present –

Commissioner Irene Hansen, Commissioner Greg Miles, Commissioner Tracy Killian, Deputy Attorney Tyler Allred, Clerk-Auditor Chelise Jessen, Public Works Director Mike Casper, Public Works Deputy Director Clint Curtis, Deputy Clerk-Auditor Lexi Young, Human Resource Director Judy Stevenson, Surveyor Jerry Allred, Human Resource Payroll & Benefits Administrator Jamie Park, Treasurer Stephen Potter, Duchesne County Residents Tracy Ross, Jeff Chug and Bryan Winterton, and Commission Executive Assistant Melissa Hughes is taking the meeting minutes.

Opening Comments

(9:00 a.m.)

Chairperson Hansen welcomed everyone to the meeting.

Pledge of Allegiance

(9:00 a.m.)

Public Works Update

(9:01 a.m.)

Public Works Director Mike Casper gave an update on existing projects and upcoming work. The crusher setup is complete, and they are producing material. They are working on the shoulder of LaRue Lamb Trucking Road (CR 49). Some calls about culverts have been received, and they are reviewing the complaints. Last week, Asphalt Zipper, a Pleasant Grove, Utah company, brought a zipper out to test. It was used on Lower Red Creek Road (CR 15). The County will use the zipper for two weeks. The bolt-a-plate culvert on Koch Road (CR 377) is assembled. They are filling it in and working on the wing walls. Commissioner Killian asked if they knew about the hill south of State Street by the feedlot. The hill is slipping, and it will need to be reinforced. There is a lot of truck traffic causing the damage. Director Casper will assess the damage.

Discussion & Consideration of Purchasing a Replacement Asphalt Zipper for the Road Department

(9:09 a.m.)

Public Works Director Mike Casper presented a proposal from Asphalt Zipper for a 2024 (Gen 8) 720Xi-260H Reclaimer / Stabilizer (72-inch / 1.8 m). There are many more options with this zipper than with the current one. This is the same type of machine that was tried last week on Lower Red Creek Road (CR 15). The parties discussed the options and the need to have a more efficient machine that will save time and, in turn, save money. The zipper comes with a two-year warranty. Commissioner Miles made a motion to approve the purchase of the 2024 Generation 8 Reclaimer / Stabilizer with the added attachments for $361,590.00 to be paid for out of Fund 41. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Miles voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Hansen voted aye. The motion passed.

Discussion & Consideration of Approach Permits

(9:20 a.m.)

Public Works Deputy Director Clint Curtis presented an approach permit for 1622 South 10000 West in Bluebell with an aerial picture of the location with a yellow pin where the approach will be located. Commissioner Hansen read the general policies, obligations, and terms provided to the customers when they apply for the permit. Commissioner Miles made a motion to approve the approach permit as presented for 1622 South 10000 West Bluebell, Utah. Commissioner Killian seconded the motion. Commissioner Miles voted aye, Commissioner Killian voted aye, and Commissioner Hansen voted aye. The motion passed.

Discussion & Consideration of Purchasing a Fleet Vehicle for the Building Department

(9:25 a.m.)

Commissioner Miles explained how the County leased a couple of vehicles. After the first year, the lease terms changed, and it was no longer fitting for the County. Buying a vehicle and obtaining full use is more feasible. This vehicle will be purchased for the Building Department to replace the leased vehicle. The purchase is from Murray Motors in Roosevelt, Utah, for $56,200.00. Commissioner Miles made a motion to authorize the