By Julie Johansen
Huntington City Council adopted ordinances, resolutions, and budgets to keep its city running effectively at the most recent city council meeting.
A public hearing to receive comment on budgets for 2017-2018 was opened, and as there was no public comment the hearing was closed and the budgets were adopted. The tax rate of 0.001307, set by the county, was also approved.
An ordinance regulating cemetery activities was also adopted. It states that Memorial Day decorations may be placed on graves the Friday before and must be removed the following Sunday evening, driving on the grass is prohibited and there will be a transfer fee for those wishing to transfer plots to someone else. A resolution was also adopted regarding said transfers.
Another ordinance adopting the newly written and approved General Plan was also approved. Rocky Mountain Power had requested a resolution regarding LED Main Street lighting; this resolution was approved with a roll call vote. This lighting has provided substantial savings for the city. Rocky Mountain Power would like to use Huntington City as a pilot program for agreements with other cities.
Two new business licenses were granted: Gagon Family Medicine, a medical clinic, and The Swamp Dog, which offers air conditioner repair.
The mayor and council members then reported on their responsibilities and activities.
Mayor Gordon reported the long awaited approval from UDOT had been received for the pathway north of the city. She also thanked everyone for their preparations for Heritage Days and that all seemed ready for the celebrations beginning with the rodeo on June 23 and 24 and following on July 1-4.
Councilman Leonard Norton reported on instructions from LEPC and Cert Meetings on Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m.
Councilperson Laneea Cowley told of the Youth City Council Activities including helping put flags at the cemetery for Memorial Day and preparations for Heritage Days. She thanked those that helped with flowers for Main Street beautification. She reminded residents that weeds are their responsibility.
Councilman Joe Ward requested the purchase of a pressure washer to clean fire engines. He also stated concern of standing water and the presence of mosquitoes there. He had a request for a concealed weapons class at the city building. Approval was given.
Councilman Lamar Guymon reported that the new restrooms should be completed by Friday and plans for improvements at the industrial area north of town are being considered.
Councilman Mark Justice stated he has had complaints about weeds along the sidewalks and vacant properties. He will talk to the Special Service District about various drains that need corrections. He reports that they are working on the batting cages at the ball field. He also requested clean fill dirt for the McAllister property located on the south end of town.