City Council Minutes 3-18-25

TREMONTON CITY CORPORATION
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 18, 2025

Members Present:
Wes Estep
Beau Lewis
Bret Rohde
Lyle Vance
Blair Westergard
Lyle Holmgren, Mayor
Bill Cobabe, City Manager
Linsey Nessen, Assistant City Manager
Cynthia Nelson, City Recorder

CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP

Mayor Holmgren called the March 18, 2025 City Council Workshop to order at 5:29 p.m. The meeting was held in the City Council Meeting Room at 102 South Tremont Street, Tremonton, Utah. Those in attendance were Mayor Holmgren, Councilmembers Estep (via electronic), Lewis, Rohde, Vance, and Westergard (via electronic), City Manager Cobabe, Assistant City Manager Nessen (arrived at 5:46 p.m.), and City Recorder Nelson. The following Department Heads were also present: City Planner Jeff Seedall, Public Works Director Paul Fulgham, Assistant Public Works Director Carl Mackley, Police Chief Dustin Cordova, Sergeant Skyler Gailey, Co-Interim Fire Chief Andy McBride, Parks and Recreation Director Zach LeFevre, and Librarian Kim Griffiths. Also in attendance was Finance Director Curtis Roberts.

1. Evaluating and prioritizing capital projects for the upcoming fiscal year

Director Roberts said in the past, we had different capital project sheets. We took a different approach to get it more consolidated. Sheets were sent to department heads. We asked them to add projects that are capital in nature, which means it has a cost of over $5,000 and a useful life expectancy of over one year. They classified things with an estimated cost, funding options, and timeline. They put in as many projects as they wanted and provided notes. For priority levels, we told them to use critical, high or important. Critical means it is needed to continue service for the residents. High is less than critical, but is rising and could become critical. Important is still required to do things, but does not meet the definition of critical or high. The Council now gets to use its authority to review every single line and understand why it is classified as such. Maybe you do not agree and can have a discussion between Councilmembers to come to an agreement. Colors are associated with potential costs. Red is a very high cost, while green means it is a lower cost.

Director Roberts explained these are only for capital projects. Others will go into different areas of the budget. We summarize by department. We looked at how things are operating and came up with an estimate. Historically, we have been fairly accurate. We also show where funds are available. Business type funds are very specific and simply go across to their related funds and requests. RDA 2 has been assigned into the downtown area. RDA 3 is for low-income housing as an assistance. This is where the City has set aside funds into the capital projects equipment fund, capital projects transportation capacity fund and there are also some funds we are projecting will be available in the General Fund. Those funds have been assigned for types of projects, but the council has full ability to move that based off discussions. We have about $9.3 million we are projecting available to start satisfying the needs. When you look at all of the requests, that number can feel very overwhelming. I am willing to help guide the discussion, but this is really meant for questions and answers. We can schedule a time for different departments to explain or we can go back through and get information. This sheet is designed to encourage discussion. We want the Council to have the information so you can give direction as to where the City should be looking to invest. Capital projects are one-time investments that will last for a long time.

Councilmember Lewis asked if they could add a column showing timeframes. That would be a helpful view for me to be able to tell the whole story as to the timing of these correlative to when they are needed. Councilmember Vance said are we replacing ambulances or is this in addition to what we have already? I thought we were prorating money on a monthly basis to replace them so when they wore out, we would have money sitting there. Director Roberts said we are trying to save money to set aside for those. Typically, that goes into the equipment and replacements. We put down the funding that is available, and then let the Council decides where they want the money to go. Right now, we are really trying to improve this process so we can refine that. This is ground zero. Let us all get on the same page. If you want to say, we need to set aside enough money right now for this function, tell us and we will start creating accounts so we can track it better. Mayor Holmgren said our homework here is to start familiarizing ourselves with it. Director Roberts said I would encourage discussion. The more information department heads can provide the better off everybody is. Councilmember Vance said do we have time to have the department heads come in and talk us through each of these? That way we all hear the same story, at the same time and we get on the same page. This is something City staff would arrange for future meetings.

Manager Cobabe said critical means there is something about the situation that is either untenable or unsafe, or just needs to be addressed sooner rather than later. Director Roberts said critical is defined as if the project is not completed, then the City will be non-compliant with federal or state regulations that could result in fines or loss of funding. Also, citizens lives could be in danger or there will be a significant disruption to operations. High priority means if the project is not completed there could be disruption to City services resulting in a high level of complaints. We put that out as a general guideline so our department heads could focus on what is important. Councilmember Rohde said some of the departments may not be critical though. Could they rank their items from most important to least. Not a lot of critical items will fall within Parks and Recreation since they do not meet the specific criteria, but they are still important. Councilmember Vance said when helping with a family budget, you have to define what is a need and a want. You have tried to do that by determining what is critical to the operation. A need is something that is life sustaining. The department heads should prioritize their list for what is most important to them. Councilmember Lewis said if a department head has listed something as critical, we need to know why. There will be context that is important to gather. They agreed to have this information updated for further discussion on April 1 with department heads available to answer questions.

Director LeFevre said things are needed for our department to perform at a high level. Having a separate line for other departments that feel we are still critical to the quality-of-life is important. Ours are maybe not to those highest, basic needs for life. Shuman Park was used as an example. It appears fine, but there are damages to equipment that need to be replaced as soon as possible so people do not get hurt. That is why it is critical. Councilmember Rohde said safety helps put it into that category. Director Roberts said when we developed the criteria, if someone classifies something as critical, that is something the Council should discuss. We wanted this type of dialogue among all the critical aspects. The Council can legitimately delve into each of those and discuss the nature of it. Then you get a chance to prioritize within the budget. These are going be tough discussions and decisions.

Director Roberts said I want to summarize to make sure we keep ourselves task-oriented and accomplish the Council’s point. One, we want all departments to review their sheets again, look at the instructions and review their priority levels. They should be prepared to come with their order of priority from one down. This is the start of providing more comprehensive information. We will have a chance to review things throughout the year and have more discussions. Manager Cobabe said the direction we received from the Council, with regard to our goals, should be reflected in what department heads are asking for, as well as what the Council is willing to fund. This represents an effort of the entire staff. I wanted to call out specifically Director Roberts, Assistant City Manager Nessen, and Planner Seedall. I wanted to make sure they are acknowledged for all of the time and energy they put into this. This is a fantastic move in the right direction toward making bridges between staff and Council and hopefully making things easier for the public to digest. Director Roberts said this was very much a collaborative effort. I cannot re-emphasize enough Assistant City Manager Nessen’s and Planner Seedall’s help. Also, the department heads to take the time, read the instructions and put together sheets—this is incredibly valuable. This is not final, it just starts the discussion.

2. Review of the agenda items identified on 7:00 p.m. City Council Agenda

3. CLOSED MEETING: No Closed Meeting held at this time.

a. Strategy session to discuss the purchase of real property when public discussion of the transaction would disclose the appraisal or estimated value of the property under consideration or prevent the public body from completing the transaction on the best possible terms; and/or
b. Strategy session to discuss the character, professional competence or physical or mental health of an individual; and/or
c. Strategy sessions to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation; and/or
d. Discussions regarding security personnel, devices or systems

The meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m. by consensus of the Council.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

Mayor Holmgren called the March 18, 2025 City Council Meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. The meeting was held in the Tremonton City Council Meeting Room at 102 South Tremont Street, Tremonton, Utah. Those in attendance were Mayor Holmgren, Councilmembers Estep (via electronic), Lewis, Rohde, Vance, and Westergard (via electronic), City Manager Cobabe, Assistant City Manager Nessen, and City Recorder Nelson. The following Department Heads were also present: City Planner Jeff Seedall, Public Works Director Paul Fulgham, Assistant Public Works Director Carl Mackley, Police Chief Dustin Cordova, Sergeant Skyler Gailey, Co-Interim Fire Chief Andy McBride, Parks and Recreation Director Zach LeFevre, and Librarian Kim Griffiths. Also in attendance were: Finance Director Curtis Roberts and City Attorney Dustin Ericson.

1. Opening Ceremony: Prayer – Councilmember Rohde, Pledge – Councilmember Lewis

2. Introduction of Council:

3. Declaration of Conflict of Interest: None.

4. Approval of Agenda:

Motion by Councilmember Vance to approve the agenda of March 18, 2025. Motion seconded by Councilmember Lewis. Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

5. Approval of minutes – March 4, 2025

Motion by Councilmember Rohde to approve the minutes of March 4, 2025. Motion seconded by Councilmember Westergard. Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

6. Years of Service Awards

a. Jill Bywater, Assistant Librarian – 5 years
b. Katie Gordon, Firefighter/Paramedic – 5 years

Librarian Griffiths read a bio on Assistant Librarian Bywater. Co-Interim Fire Chief McBride read a bio on Firefighter Gordon. They were presented with their award and the Council thanked them for their years of service.

7. Proclamation

a. Sexual Abuse Against Children Awareness Month

Mayor Holmgren said this has been a difficult and stressful time for our community. Families have been concerned and some have been victimized. As I researched this, I learned it is far more common in our society. With the help of City Attorney Dustin Ericson, I wrote this proclamation. I felt strongly about this and think as a community, there is some hurt. Now it is time for us to work toward healing. He then read the proclamation and declared April as Sexual Abuse Against Children Awareness Month.

Motion by Councilmember Vance to approve Mayor Holmgren to sign this proclamation. Motion seconded by Councilmember Lewis. Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

8. Presentation

a. Presentation from Judge Brian Brower

Attorney Ericson said Judge Brower has graciously agreed to serve as the interim judge for Tremonton. I reached out to him and asked if he would be willing. It is at a great deal of sacrifice for his personal and professional life. His credentials speak for themselves, but I have had the privilege of practicing in front of him for the last six years. In my opinion, he is exactly what our community needs to help bridge this gap until a permanent judge is appointed. He then read a bio on him.

Mr. Brower said I am happy to step in and fulfill that role. I certainly understand the concerns your community has at this very unfortunate time. How I preside in court and my approach is to be very consistent. I treat people the same and believe that from the bench there is an opportunity for extending an appropriate amount of mercy in the right occasions, but I also feel it is very important to hold people accountable. Attorney Ericson said we appreciate your willingness to help us out until we are able to get somebody full-time. He then explained that the City would eventually appoint a judge, which is a four to six month process.

9. Public comments:

Bill Roosma said reading the news about what has happened in Tremonton—this is not the way we want to be put on the map. My opinion is that the root cause of these problems is pornography. We have a Constitution and rights to free speech and freedom of expression. I know that this Country is not going to all out ban pornography. It would be nice if that happened, but I realize that is not going to. I would like to see it be banned from the Internet completely. I think that if you want to view pornography you should have to go to a box store and buy it in a magazine or video. We see what is going on in the world and it is not cool. That is my suggestion. I am sure the Mayor talks to our governor and other politicians. Maybe you could bring that up as a suggestion, but I would love to see the day when you could not go on the Internet and find pornography. It is a lie and is intoxicating. It is everywhere. If it was not so easy and readily accessible, I do not think we would have any issues with it. If we could eliminate it from the Internet, then maybe we are helping people to not view it.

Landon Hemsley said I wanted to speak about the sports complex project the City is investigating. I want to compliment Planner Seedall. I know he has worked really hard and a lot of people care about that. However, I think it is important to remember a few things about how projects like this come to be and how they are sustained. I love soccer. I would be a huge beneficiary from a project like this. It is important to remember that when public money is involved, money that is forcibly taken from people, they do not get a choice, especially where property taxes are concerned. We are taxed every year on the assets we work hard to own. The philosophical underpinnings of this Country are such that every man should be entitled to the fruits of his labor. We trade that in the market in exchange for resources and government entities take their cut. It is important to remember, especially in a circumstance where a facility like this is going to be funded with public money, not everybody who is going to pay for this facility is going to be able to use it. If this facility cannot sustain itself and represents a consistent drain on public resources, that is a problem. Some may not even want it. There may be circumstances under which they would want to, but because of the way it is managed, they may not be able to afford it. I do not know the details, but I understand that a huge portion of the funding for this is going to be in sales taxes. That is wonderful. If we get people from other jurisdictions coming into our City to spend money here and to help develop things locally, I think that is not a terrible thing. However, sales taxes are very regressive because they are most impactful to the people who have the fewest number of resources. This is an environment and an economy where inflation is hurting people. I am not here to say this project should not happen. I do not know enough. If you are going to continue with this project it needs to be net gain and self-sustaining. Also, the library recently split their computer systems and catalogs. On behalf of my wife, I would like to say that this has decreased the value of a library to her and to my children. They do not like this change. Mayor Holmgren said can you clarify what that change is? Mr. Hemsley said we primarily homeschool. We are in a dual enrollment where my kids attend school in Brigham City once a week. The remaining four days we homeschool. My wife takes advantage of the library, but recently they split the two catalogs. Before you could return books at either library. Now, if you check the book out from Tremonton you have to return it to Tremonton and the same with Garland. You can no longer just return it at either. This also has presented challenges with the computer system. I do not know the details, but my wife said she is unable to see and access through the library systems all of the books our children have checked out. She can no longer see a summary and has to go to the library for a printout.

10. New Council Business:

a. Discussion and possible action on adopting Resolution No. 25-07 approving amendments to the Tremonton City Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual, Section XIX: General Safety adding parking and backing procedures for City vehicles

Assistant City Manager Nessen said we are insured through the Utah Local Governments Trust. Each year they give us premium subsidies and rebates for doing things to promote safety. This is one thing we did not have in our policies. It is just a simple addition to our Policies and Procedures Manual that talks about parking and backing, and the hope of stopping those kinds of accidents. This was their recommendation to help with that and continue getting rebates.

Motion by Councilmember Vance to adopt the resolution. Motion seconded by Councilmember Estep. Roll Call Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

b. Discussion and possible action on adopting Resolution No. 25-08 approving the 2023 Tremonton Analysis and Recommendations for Street Network prepared by the Utah Local Technical Assistance Program Center (LTAP)

Director Fulgham said this is a presentation of our study that was done in 2023. It is in the budget to do another study this year. A third party looks at our streets. Between 2003 and 2023 we have grown about 20 miles worth of streets (from 29 miles to 49 miles of streets). Since the study was done, we have spent about $3.5 million on our streets. We redid 1000 West from Main Street to the railroad tracks toward Post. We did 18 miles of chip seal project after we had done all our major water upgrades with secondary. Here are the ratings. The majority of our streets are greater than five. We set our limits to have at least 30% of our streets not be below a level four. That leaves 70% above. Of our streets, 49 miles, I think 32 miles are five or above. The remaining are in that lower case and are ones when you start prioritizing what projects you do, you pick those lower ones and see how they are going to impact the community. Last year we re-did 1000 North from 2300 West to 3000 West with a widening project. If you approve the budget, you will spend that money to do another road review. Curb and gutter and sidewalks are included in that. That is roughly around $8,000. Engineering students will go out and do those studies at different times of the day. They look at the RSL (remaining surface life). Most have a surface life of 20-year and that is why you chip seal every 10 to 15 years to add a little bit more life to that road.

Since this is Director Fulgham’s last meeting before his retirement, Mayor Holmgren said we appreciate the many, many years of service and the great job you have done for our City. Director Fulgham said it has been a good ride. We have done a lot of good projects in the 28 years I have been involved with the City; Treatment plant upgrades, water storage tanks for source development, and secondary source development. There has been a lot of good public works projects and recreation projects from Jennie Stevens Park to the trailhead. Mayor Holmgren said you have done a great job directing our Public Works department. We appreciate you so much. The Council agreed.

Motion by Councilmember Lewis to adopt the resolution. Motion seconded by Councilmember Vance. Roll Call Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

c. Discussion and possible action on adopting Resolution No. 25-09 appointing a Tremonton City representative to serve as a member of the Box Elder Mosquito Abatement District Board from 2025 through 2028

Mayor Holmgren said this is a requirement for the Mosquito Abatement District, that they have a representative from this area. Our recommendation is to nominate Assistant Public Works Director Carl Mackley to serve on that board. He has expressed willingness to do this.

Motion by Councilmember Vance to adopt the resolution. Motion seconded by Councilmembers Rohde and Westergard. Roll Call Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

d. Discussion and possible action on accepting the Riverfront Tremonton Annexation Petition for further consideration under Utah State Annexation Law. The Annexation Petition consists of 5.78 acres of real property located at approximately 100 East 1200 South

Planner Seedall said they want to annex this piece along the east side of 100 East. With how narrow the other two parcels are, he just needs a bit more space for improvements. That little sliver is outside the City boundary. Annexation is the first step. This is just accepting the paperwork and then we will start the public notice period.

Motion by Councilmember Westergard to move forward with this item. Motion seconded by Councilmember Vance. Roll Call Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

e. Discussion and possible action on adopting Ordinance No. 25-04 authorizing the Tremonton City Council, when necessary, to appoint a temporary Justice Court Judge

Attorney Ericson said events have necessitated us having this ordinance on the agenda tonight. This is an ordinance that will outlive what we are going through right now. In the event that there was a health crisis or if a judge were to pass away, this would give the Council the authority to appoint an interim judge. Per State code, we needed to have this prior to discussing the resolution regarding Judge Brower.

Motion by Councilmember Lewis to adopt the ordinance. Motion seconded by Councilmember Vance. Roll Call Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

f. Discussion and possible action on adopting Resolution No. 25-10 appointing Judge Brian Brower as a temporary Justice Court Judge for the Tremonton City Justice Court

Motion by Councilmember Rohde to adopt the resolution. Motion seconded by Councilmember Westergard. Roll Call Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

11. Consent Agenda

a. Discussion and consent to begin the ordinance process to implement a Good Landlord Program in Tremonton City

Planner Seedall said as we continue to see denser growth, one program that was brought to my attention is this Good Landlord Program. Creating this would help us oversee and regulate rental properties. Both short- and longer-term establishments. I think there are a lot of benefits that this program will provide for law enforcement and emergency responses. Chief Cordova said if we create an environment that attracts crime, we are going to see an influx of crime. We have some problem areas in our City. By using this program, it can empower us to motivate landlords and property managers to work with us to help solve problems. We currently have good partners and work with City management to solve problems. We have reached out to others who have not been responsive and are pretty neglectful. Evidence shows we have a problem and I hope this program can empower us to motivate them to solve those. By working together, we create a long-term solution to crime. My goal as Chief is to reduce our crime and take care of issues. We need cooperation from some of these locations. If approved this would give us the okay to reevaluate our ordinance, look at other cities and get more skin in the game. I want a strong ordinance so if they are not meeting the criteria of encouraging a drug-free and crime-free environment, are being negligent of those properties and attracting crime, then you would have the ability as a Council to revoke a business license. My concern is for my officers and their safety.

b. Discussion of bids to remove trees on Main Street

Director LeFevre said the Tree Board met March 7, to discuss the trees on Main Street. There are 24 honey locust trees that grow between 60 to 80 feet in height with a 35-foot span. The trees are quite large. There are diseased trees, trees with bores and damaged trees that are not doing well. Sidewalks are heaved up, creating a tripping hazard, as well as damaging the buildings. The Tree Board decided to present to the Council to remove those trees because of hazards. Assistant Public Works Director Mackley, who reached out for bids, said the cost for this project was significantly less than we anticipated. Part of the reason for that, was the suggestion that the City haul off the larger wood, which cut the cost down quite a bit. Logistically, the project would be done in a week’s time. We will not have to close down any of the lanes of travel. We would just close one side of parking along one block at a time. We have all the permits in place. We would like to be able to award the job to All Pros Tree Service, it was the lowest bid. Manager Cobabe said we brought this to the Council on the Consent Agenda to be transparent. If we were just taking out trees at a park and replacing them, we would probably not bring this in front of you. However, Main Street is the heart of the City and so we wanted to make sure the Council knew what was going on and had a chance to look at it and vote on it. Director LeFevre said City staff could have done it in-house, but felt it was important to go through a local company that was bonded and could do it in a timely manner. Councilmember Lewis asked about the merchants’ opinions. Mayor Holmgren said Councilmember Vance did a great survey and got a lot of good input from the merchants and property owners.

Motion by Councilmember Vance to approve the Consent Agenda based on the conversations above. Motion seconded by Councilmember Lewis. Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – abstained, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

Rohde was conflict

12. Calendar Items and Previous Assignment

a. Review of calendar

Mayor Holmgren said their next meetings would be held April 1, 22, and 29 for further budget discussion. They will attend the League of Cities and Towns conference in mid-April.

b. Unfinished Business/Action Items: None.

13. Reports & Comments:

a. City Administration Reports and Comments
b. Development Review Committee Report and Comments
c. City Department Head Reports and Comments

Chief Cordova said we served a search warrant for a gang member from Ogden that has been staying here. It went really well. I am glad we have that relationship with the Box Elder County SWAT team, as well as our SWAT team. They did a great job. Unfortunately, the suspect was not there, but intel says he fled our City and is back in Ogden. We are working with them, as well as federal authorities, to bring him into custody. This sends a positive message that we are not going to tolerate this in our neighborhoods. Secondly, I appreciate your support on the Good Landlord Program. I think it will be good for our City. I have seen and used it personally. I think long-term as we grow it is going to be a great asset. I am always willing to explain more of our needs for the budget, but it takes a lot of time. I want you guys to have the best information. I understand it is hard to make decisions when you have limited funds and a lot of important things. The top priority for my department is going to be what I presented last time. If we do not have the right people, we do not have anything as a police department. I will re-evaluate that in detail, but I know that is going to be critical. Everything else can wait if it has to. I just want to share my appreciation for you. You have a hard job.

Co-Interim Fire Chief McBride said we have a lot of classes going. We have a fire officer I class, which is important. We have three members who are currently enrolled. With spring here, we are going to be out doing wildland pack tests, which is our annual physical test for our wildland certification. We are replacing the awning on the backside of the fire station. It partially collapsed last year and never got replaced. We are now getting that taken care of. We have the bids out for the old fir engine until March 28. So far, we only have one bid. We are excited to be holding interviews with the new chief and are looking forward to that. We have three very good, qualified candidates. We will have a tough decision, but I think it is going to be good.

Director Fulgham said Assistant Public Works Director Mackley has taken the lead on these since I am retiring. Putting in the new 14-inch main from our pumping down in the river bottoms to the Deweyville line is well under way. For the treatment plant, RFPs have been out for equipment. That is finalized. Once the equipment is selected then they can finish their final design. They have to make modifications to structures for our new equipment that will do that. That project should be out to bid soon. Looking on your capital list you will see two big expenses in the treatment plant. That is money we have sitting there, building up for the last 10 years to do an expansion. Our ASR project is a long-drawn-out project. We are getting closer to having the design done so we can put it out to bid and start that three-year study process to meet that need with the state on doing that aquifer storage and recovery.

Manager Cobabe said I am grateful for everybody’s work. This is a difficult time, but we are working to put things back together and keep the City pushing forward. Our department heads are amazing. You really find out the strength of people’s character when you go through difficult times together. I am grateful to be associated with such amazing, professional, and dedicated people. We had an amazing pie day last Friday.

d. Council Reports and Comments

Councilmember Lewis said the asset schedule is phenomenal. Thank you. I think that is going to really give us traction and the ability to start planning. The Economic Development Committee was able to have our first advisory meeting. Shawn Milne from BRAG has been an incredible resource and is guiding and instructing me along. A lot of resources have been made available through him. I have taken his recommendations on structuring the committee and how to go forward with our agendas.

Councilmember Westergard said thank you everybody for all your work and input with the budget.

Councilmember Vance said amen to what has been said. Assistant City Manager Nessen, Planner Seedall, Manager Cobabe, and Director Roberts thank you for putting that spreadsheet together, and all the department heads. If you will prioritize your needs, that will really help with this process. We know it is going to take more time and effort, but we really need that. Director Fulgham, 28 years is a long time. We appreciate you being here.

Councilmember Rohde said I would like to ditto that. That was a great spreadsheet—a lot of work goes into that. There is a safety issue south of North Park by the railroad tracks. We have taken an old swing set down and set it on some property. It has rebar sticking up and is going to hurt someone, someday. Can we please get that hauled off? 1000 North, which was expanded, is a beautiful road. I am hearing complaints that trucks are starting to use that more. I do not know if we have the proper signage up. They will destroy the road. Maybe we can get the police to enforce that. We have our town hall meeting on March 27. I want to give my personal thanks to Director Fulgham for your friendship. You are a great man. Thank you for all the years of service here in Tremonton. We appreciate you.

Councilmember Estep said thanks to the crew we work with and keeping our City going every day.

Mayor Holmgren said I had the opportunity to attend USU for the youth city councils across the state and I spent time with these young people. We have great young people and leaders who are being trained. We want to have our Youth City Council report on the things they have done throughout the year. I think they need to be recognized. I want to thank Director Fulgham. I agree with him being a long-term friend and somebody who has done so much for our community. You have put a lot of time and effort in. We are lucky to have somebody of his caliber, who has been willing to do so much for our City. I appreciate all of you more than you know. The time and effort and the knowledge and experience you have really make this Council function well.

Motion by Councilmember Rohde to move into closed meeting. Motion seconded by Councilmember Vance. Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

The Council moved into a closed meeting at 8:38 p.m.

14. CLOSED MEETING:

Motion by Councilmember Estep to return to open meeting. Motion seconded by Councilmember Vance. Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

The Council returned to open session at 8:59 p.m.

15. Adjournment.

Motion by Councilmember Vance to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Councilmember Westergard. Vote: Councilmember Estep – yes, Councilmember Lewis – yes, Councilmember Rohde – yes, Councilmember Vance – yes, Councilmember Westergard – yes. Motion approved.

The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.

The undersigned duly acting and appointed Recorder for Tremonton City Corporation hereby certifies that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes for the City Council Meeting held on the above referenced date. Minutes were prepared by Jessica Tanner.

Dated this day of , 2025.

Cynthia Nelson, City Recorder

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