November 11, 2021
Minutes of Torrey Town Council Meeting
Meeting commenced at PM
Mayor Scott Chesnut welcomed all present in person and from Zoom land. Jordan
Pace gave the pledge of Allegiance followed by roll call. Present were Mayor, Colleen
Duddleston Treasurer, Council members Pearl Thorndal-Stewart, Jordan Pace and Pat
Kearney, Jordan Pace
A motion was made by Pat, seconded by Pearl to accept the minutes from Oct 2021,
2022 Motion passed unanimously.
Discussion took place about the backflow and cross connection ordinance. A motion
was made by Pat and seconded by Jordan to hold a public hearing for cross connection
and backflow ordinance. Motion Passed
Clerk Report: Report was given by Jordan standing in for Mel Pace. Report on the
canvassing of returns from the municipal general election. The calendar general
canvass held November 2nd results are as follows: 2 ballots were not surrendered but
replaced. 2 ballots came in after the votes were counted but were post marked
November 1st. A motion was made to approve the canvass by Pat and was seconded
by Pearl. Motion passed.
A consideration to approved proposed updates was discussed. Clarifications were
made on livestock and an addition to the definition of approved dwelling. A motion was
made to approve the updates to the Torrey Town zoning ordinance was made by Pearl
and seconded by Pat. Motion passed.
The December Town council meeting was discussed, and a motion was made by Pat to
cancel the December meeting and was seconded by Pearl. Motion passed.
Discussion on resolution of setting fees for the 2021 fiscal year. This was followed by a
discussion on water fees. A Motion was made by Jordan to approve the resolution and
was seconded by Pat. Motion approved.
A motion was made by Jordan for the public hearing on the CDBG grant to be held the
first week in December on December 3rd at 5:00 PM. This motion was seconded by Pat.
Motion passed.
Christmas bonuses were then brought up and discussed. Council decided against
money and opted for hams.
Old Business
The water engineer's report is not finished, and Dustin will contact them to check on the
report. Council would like the report by January.
The spring development project will be finished by next spring.
Treasurer Report: The monthly financial report was presented for the council approval.
A motion to approve and pay bills was made by Pat and Seconded by Jordan. Motion
Passed.
Council Reports:
Trees & Cemetery- Pat informed the council that today is Veterans Day and flags were
put out. New flags were ordered, and the old flags will be retired.
Water Updates: Doug Robinson was not in attendance to give report.
Roads: Jordan Pace reported there was a concern made by Paula Pace about potholes
and brush at the end of her driveway. The driveway is private as far as Jordan knows.
Discussion was held about existing potholes and Dustin will examine them to see if they
are on town property.
Park, Pavilion & Town Events: Pearl reminded council of the Ho Down being held on
December 2nd at 6:30pm. She advised the council that the inside of the post office
would be painted on Saturday.
IT Report: Mickey reported that Mel is doing a good job with IT.
P&Z Report: The P & Z meeting will be moved to next Thursday the 18th. Mickey
stated we need 4 copies of powers and duties books. Mickey put in a request to Jordan
Callmoore on the HB82 for clarification on short term rental owner occupied and will
check back with him.
Maintenance: Dustin informed the council that Christmas lights would go up next week
and that new one had been ordered for the post office. A report was given on the pellet
stove for the rental house. The stove is on its way still.
Agenda Requests: Courtney Cropper put in a request for water for his cows. He states
he will pay overage rates. A discussion was held about the meter and use. It was stated
that if Courtney made an agreement with the Sullivans that when he is finished the
meter would then be unhooked. If this is the arrangement, he could use the water. This
needs to be a written agreement between Courtney and Sullivans. A motion to approve
the use of water contingent on the letter being brought into the town was made by Pearl.
seconded by Jordan. Motion passed.
General Complaint/ Citizens Concerns. John Dillenbeck addressed the council about
the actions that took place on Election Night. He let it be known that he did not approve
of the actions of certain individuals.
Meeting closed at PM. A motion was made by Pat to adjourn the meeting Scott
seconded the motion. Motion passed.
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
NOTICE OF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION DURING PUBLIC MEETINGS
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify Paula Pace at 435-425-3600.