MARRIOTT-SLATERVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING

1570 West 400 North

Thursday, February 19, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.

Council Members Present:

Dennis Illum, President

Brad Slater, Vice-president

Rob Smout

Dee Christoffersen	Council Present Electronically:

Excused:

Will Holley, Trent Meyerhoffer, Malan Keller	Mayor and Staff:

Mayor Les Syme, Bill Morris, Zack Loveland, Doug Larsen
Visitors: Steve Mecham, Gerald and Orma Bischoff, Chelsie Stanger, Marci Kranendonk, Amanda Keller, Seely Keller, Ruby Krum, Rachel Taylor, Mercedes Laidlaw, Orrin Whetton, Georgia Rice, Eleanor Moss, Payton Graham, Sunnie Ortega, Taylor Gibson, Ethan Ward, Tyzek Kranendonk, Wyatt Kranendonk, Hunter Kranendonk, and Calvin Burnet.

1.	Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance.

President Illum called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

2.	Discussion/action on minutes.

Motion by Rob Smout to approve the minutes. Second by Vice President Brad Slater. All voted in favor, none apposed.

3.	Youth Council Report.

Amanda Keller introduced the Youth City Council. The youth shared highlights of serving on the Youth Council including quarterly activities, dinners, and community events.

4.	Annual Administrative and Event Calendar.

Bill Morris reviewed the 2026 administrative and event calendars. Planning the July 4th celebration (250th anniversary) will begin early.

5.	Motion to reconsider by Dee Christofferson Ordinance 2026-1 relating to the Storage Units and Architecture.

a.	Second and vote on reconsideration.

b.	Discussion/action on Ordinance 2026-01.

Motion to reconsider by Dee Christoffersen. Second to reconsider by Mr. Slater. Vote called with all in favor.

Council discussed removing storage units as a permitted use, citing limited financial benefit and concerns about crime and land use efficiency. Legislative finding adopted. Storage units removed by consensus.

Motion by Dee Christoffersen, seconded by Rob Smout.

Roll Call Vote:

Mr. Holley – Aye

Mr. Christoffersen – Aye

Mr. Smout – Aye

Vice-pres. Slater – Aye

Pres. Illum – Nay

Vote passed 4-1.

6.	Discussion/action on Ordinance adopting Franchise Agreement with PacifiCorp.

Bill Morris reviewed renewal terms with Rocky Mountain Power, including relocation responsibilities during road projects.

Motion by Rob Smout, seconded by Dee Christoffersen.

Roll Call Vote:

Mr. Holley – Aye

Mr. Christoffersen – Aye

Mr. Smout – Aye

Vice-pres. Slater – Aye

Pres. Illum – Nay

Vote passed unanimously.

7.	Discussion/action on Resolution adopting Interlocal Agreement with Washington Terrace and Ogden Valley City for Justice Court.

Staff reviewed the Interlocal Agreement with Washington Terrace and Ogden Valley to for Justice Court services.

Motion by Rob Smout, seconded by Brad Slater.

Roll Call Vote:

Mr. Holley – Aye

Mr. Christoffersen – Aye

Mr. Smout – Aye

Vice-pres. Slater – Aye

Pres. Illum – Nay

Vote passed unanimously.

8.	Discussion/action on allotments:

a.	Extension to the landscaping contract with Butler Landscaping.

b.	Audio/visual upgrade in Legislative Chambers.

Staff presented the Butler Landscaping contract on behalf of Trent Meyerhoffer who is excused. Council discussed performance and future RFP considerations.

Motion to renew Butler landscaping contract by Brad Slater, seconded by Rob Smout.

Roll Call Vote:

Mr. Holley – Aye

Mr. Christoffersen – Aye

Mr. Smout – Aye

Vice-pres. Slater – Aye

Pres. Illum – Nay

Vote passed unanimously.

Staff noted that the City solicited three (3) bids for upgrading the sound system. Only Les Olsen responded to the bid. Council reviewed the sound system upgrade proposal from Les Olsen and discussed compatibility and future-proofing.

Motion by Rob Smout, seconded by Brad Slater.

Roll Call Vote:

Mr. Holley – Aye

Mr. Christoffersen – Aye

Mr. Smout – Aye

Vice-pres. Slater – Aye

Pres. Illum – Nay

Vote passed unanimously.

9.	Discussion on community engagement and oversight committees.

Memorandum reviewed outlining proposed committees (typically 3 members each). Council supported increased citizen involvement. Approved staff to proceed by consensus.

10.	Discussion on vetting different organizational methods to create a community cemetery: Steve Mecham and Doug Larsen.

Council discussed potential creation of a cemetery, either through a special service district (with tax levy) or city administration (fee-based). Estimated annual costs: $75,000–$100,000.

Topics included: Potential 5-acre site, funding models (property tax vs. fees), soil and groundwater concerns, health department coordination, and survey to gauge public interest.

No formal action taken.

11.	Officer reports and legislative oversight.

The Mayor texted the House Speaker about HB 184 that would have required cities to have smaller lot sizes, but was told by the House Speaker that it died in committee a the legislature. The House Speaker wants cities to doe their part on affordable housing and have some deed restriction to prevent rentals. Mayor called David Weekly Homes and asked for a rental deed restriction.

The Sheriff addressing 1700 South Street traffic issues. City Recorder interviews completed. Weber Fire District expanding facilities. The Fire District is recognizing Scott Van Leeuwen at an upcoming event. Bona Vista Water nearing completion of new storage tank. Central Weber Sewer implementing new treatment technology.

Council expressed appreciation to staff for their hard work.

12.	Adjourn.

Being no further business the meeting was adjourned.