SPRI NG CITY-- A master water meter for the trailer court and the old school were the major topics of discussion during the March 5 council meeting.

Master water meter

Council members decided a master water meter could be installed at the trailer court so the city would be paid in one bill making the owner responsible for all the water usage in the court. It will be the responsibility of the owner to install a meter for each lot, if he so desires to monitor usage by each tenant.

In the past, apparently some spaces have not been hooked up to meters causing the city to absorb the overages.

Old School

Craig Paulsen, Friends of Historic Spring City, reported to the council progress of their organization with projects in town. He reported that the old firehouse sign had been repainted. The organization had also applied for a grant to reprint the old history book, but was denied.

Another grant had been approved for the last of the structural engineering for the old school, which would be available in three to four months.

Paulsen explained that steel frames inside the old chimneys were almost done as well as bracing of walls and the old floors to the walls.

Paulsen said that the next needs to be met were for heat, plumbing, electrical, framing to stabilize walls and the finishing work. He was given permission to pursue grants on behalf of the city for the work, on the condition that the city could study them before they were submitted.

Rodeo team

Team members Sarah Edgar and Carli Brotherson of the Sanpete County Rodeo Team appeared before the council seeking a donation for their group. The two told council members that funds were needed to attend events around the state. They also said a dinner and auction will be held on Friday, March 20 at North Sanpete High School as a fundraiser for the group. Council members donated $100 to the worthwhile cause.

Recreation director

Only one application was received for the position of city recreation director. The director would be in charge of all sporting events in the city and would be paid by fees collected from them. Councilman Bryan Sorensen suggested that added funds could be raised through tournaments for men, women and co-ed teams. Council members decided to interview the one applicant and make a decision then.

Council reports

Mayor Barnes reported that the city worker might be able to apprentice under Matt Draper, Mt. Pleasant City lineman, then take the test instead of having to go to Salt Lake City for training. Mayor Barnes said it would be beneficial to both the cities.

Miscellaneous

A drop box that would be closer to the street was discussed in the meeting. However, council members eventually denied the request since there would be quite an expense and it could be a hazard. Councilman Mickel said the current drop box is attached to the building and is only about 10 feet from the street.

Councilman Tom Allred reported that Craig Clark would continue to mow lawns in the cemetery and other city-owned parcels for the same price unless he has to re-bid the job.

Clark is in the last year of his three-year contract.

Councilman Allred also noted the cemetery and DUP areas all need to be re-seeded, but is cost prohibitive right now.

A proposed ordinance was discussed concerning vehicles parked on Main Street inhibiting snow removal, but no action was taken.

A public hearing was set for April 2 at 7 p.m., to address ATV and animal ordinances and surplus property.