04/19/2016 - Formal Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2016
The City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, met in Formal Session on
Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at 7 : 05 p.m. in Room 315, Council Chambers,
City County Building, 451 South State .
The following Council Members were present:
Stan Penfold Charlie Luke Andrew Johnston
James Rogers Derek Kitchen Erin Mendenhall
Lisa Adams
Cindy Gust-Jenson, Council Executive Director; Jennifer Bruno,
Council Executive Deputy Director; Jacqueline Biskupski, Mayor;
Patrick Leary, Mayor' s Chief of Staff; David Litvack, Mayor' s Deputy
Chief of Staff; Rusty Vetter, Assistant City Attorney; and Cindi
Mansell, City Recorder; were present.
7:05:47 PM Councilmember Rogers presided at and Councilmember Adams
conducted the meeting.
OPENING CEREMONY
#1 . 7:05:25 PM The Pledge of Allegiance.
#2 . 7:08:46 PM Councilmember Rogers moved and Councilmember Luke
seconded to approve the minutes of the following Salt Lake City
Council meetings, which motion carried, all members voted aye .
• March 15, 2016 Work Session
• March 15, 2016 Formal Meeting
• March 22, 2016 Work Session
• March 22, 2016 Formal Meeting
• April 12, 2016 Formal Meeting
(M 16-4) (M 16-3)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Accept public comment and consider the following items :
#1 . 7:09:36 PM Proposal to name a portion of 900 South "Harvey
Milk Boulevard, " in honor of the politician who advocated for civil
rights . The honorary street name would run on 900 South between 900
West and 1100 East. The proposal would not change the official street
name of 900 South and all addresses would remain as currently
designated. View Attachments
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David Wirthlin, Ralph Pahnke, Joe Limb, Bruce Osojnak, Marla
Frote, Anne Cannon, and David Lewis IV, spoke against the proposal .
Comments included: Harvey Milk being primarily active in California
and not part of Salt Lake City heritage or leadership; others more
deserving; such an honor should be unified and increase the
cohesiveness of citizenry and honoring an outsider would not fulfill
this objective; choosing an alternative location to 9th South; changing
street names being contrary to City traditions relative to easy street
numbering; street names make it difficult to navigate; an individual
should meet core stipulations when having a street named after them;
elected officials have the responsibility and burden to represent all
Salt Lake City residents; individuals on fixed incomes could not
afford to change their street address; 900 South already had a strong
community identity; costs to taxpayers for signage, installation, and
maintenance; and the Mayor and City Council should not use their
positions as elected officials to promote special agendas .
Christian Harrison and Matthew Landis spoke in favor of the
proposal but expressed concern as to the location. Comments included:
the idea should not occur at the expense of communities which were
built on the names of the neighborhood (such as 9th and 9th) ; and
honoring Harvey Milk should not come at the expense of those who live
and work in the neighborhood and suggested several other locations
more suitable for the honor.
Troy Williams, Bryce Hurst, Nikki Boyer, Mike Markus, Donna
Wenholtz, Barb Guy, Marina Gomberg, Jennifer Mueller, Dana Baptiske,
Christopher Wharton, Connell O'Donovan, Joseph Leyba, Michelle Turpin,
DeAnn Tilton, Kate Kelly, and Chandler Arnold spoke in support of the
proposal . Comments included: opportunity to highlight accomplishments
and contributions of Harvey Milk and his important human story;
ability to continue to embrace the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT) citizenry of Salt Lake City; proposed street name
indicating "welcome"; ability to continue to appreciate the beauty of
diversity; the legacy of Harvey Milk being life-changing; representing
the legacy of civil engagement; renaming the street informed City
residents they had a place at the table and their voices would be
heard; and continuing the tradition of honoring civil rights leaders
that may not have started in Salt Lake City.
Jack Winward spoke in support of the proposal . He said he did not
view the change as a personal agenda and requested the name change due
to the heroism and sacrifices of Harvey Milk and the darkness of the
world he grew up in.
William Tuttle spoke in support of the proposal . He said he
actually knew and was close to Harvey Milk. He explained some of the
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experiences of Harvey, including running for his office three times
before finally being able to win, building coalitions throughout
diverse communities, organizing a strike against Coors Beer on behalf
of the teamsters, etc. He said indicating Harvey Milk did not have a
connection to Salt Lake City or Utah, or that he was an outsider was
incorrect. He said Harvey Milk represented everybody and that was how
he was finally able to get elected.
The following did not speak but submitted written comments in
support of the proposal : Jerald Bornard, Paula Napus, Jesse Hulse,
Preston Hillburn, Trevor Bitton, Matt Templeton, and Lauren Wood.
Comments included Salt Lake City having a long history of leading on
issues such as equality and memorializing community leaders like
Martin Luther King and Rose Parks by renaming City streets; renaming
continued the positive trend as a progressive City; indicating a
welcoming and safe place; and these types of changes being needed as a
social step to protect Utah' s LGBT youth.
The following did not speak but submitted written comments
against the proposal : Craig Omer, Carla Freebairich, and Tammi Lewis .
Comments included Harvey Milk having no connection to Salt Lake City
heritage or history; he helped himself up by tearing others down; and
pushing personal agendas .
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to
close the public hearing, suspend the rules , and adopt Resolution 10
of 2016 .
7:59:11 PM Councilmember Penfold read the Resolution and commented
on why this was personal to him. He said the tradition of Salt Lake
City honoring civil rights leaders was an important purpose of street
naming in that it suggested everyone was invited and welcome to Salt
Lake and the City strove to be as inclusive as possible . He said the
City would not be changing the official name but rather, adding an
honorary name . He said the City would not incur costs due to Equality
Utah starting a funding page that would provide all funds necessary
for signage . He said Harvey Milk imagined a great world where everyone
had value and civil rights and hoped City residents felt the same way.
8:06:22 PM Councilmember Kitchen thanked Councilmember Penfold for
spearheading the proposal and working with Equality Utah.
8:07:31 PM Councilmember Rogers said any reluctance on his part had
to do with policy surrounding naming streets and not Harvey Milk.
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8:09:24 PM Councilmember Adams urged the Chair and Vice Chair to
have a higher level discussion about street-naming criteria.
Councilmember Adams called for the question, which motion
carried, all members voted aye.
(R 16-4)
#2 . 8:11:04 PM Proposed ordinance amending the zoning map for
parcels located at approximately 1196 South 700 West Street, 1197
South 800 West Street, and 1203 South 800 West Street to rezone those
parcels from R-1/7 , 000 Single Family Residential to SR-3 Special
Development Pattern Residential . The proposal would allow a developer
to build 18 twin home units on individual lots with a private street
running through the center of the property. The intended development
would not be allowed under current zoning. Although the applicant has
requested that the properties be rezoned from R-1/7, 000 to SR-3,
consideration may be given to rezoning the properties to another
zoning district with similar characteristics. Petitioner: Melynda
Geronimo, Petition No. PLNPCM2015-00436. View Attachments
Kenneth Wilson submitted a written comment in opposition of the
zone change . He said he was concerned about having duplexes in the
neighborhood and preferred continued zoning for single-family homes .
Councilmember Mendenhall moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to
close the public hearing and defer action to a future date, which
motion carried, all members voted aye.
(P 16-5)
#3 . 8:13:07 PM Proposed ordinance amending City Code relating to
landscaping requirements (amending Chapters 21A. 48, and 21A. 62 of Salt
Lake City Code) . The proposed changes are intended to address the
health of street trees and height limits for both plants and
structures in park strips. Petitioner: Salt Lake City Council,
Petition No. PLNPCM2014-00194. View Attachments
Scott Rosenbush expressed concern about potential sight
restrictions at intersections and requested consideration to limit or
create a distance limit to what could or could not be put in a park
strip within a certain distance from an intersection.
George Chapman said the 36-inch limit in the middle of the block
was an issue but 22-inch corners were appropriate. He said cars parked
on the street created visibility issues, so mid-block plantings did
not need to be regulated. He asked the Council to delay action and
give more consideration to this issue.
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Councilmember Rogers moved and Councilmember Penfold seconded to
close the public hearing and defer action to a future date, which
motion carried, all members voted aye .
(P 16-6)
#4 . 8:17 :40 PM Proposed ordinance amending the zoning map
pertaining to properties located at 115 West 1700 South and 1710 South
West Temple to rezone those parcels from CB-Community Business
District to R-MU-45/Mixed use District. The proposed change is
intended to make the property more marketable so the current owners
can relocate their business. Although the applicant has requested that
the properties have specific zoning, consideration may be given to
rezoning the properties to another zoning district with similar
characteristics. Petitioner - Majestic Meats/Raymond Zaelit, Petition
No. PLNPCM2015-00809. View Attachments
Raymond Zaelit, Jessie Burt, and Rick Butterfield spoke in
support of the rezoning proposal . Jill Zaelit submitted a written
comment in support of the rezone .
Councilmember Mendenhall moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to
close the public hearing and defer action to a future date, which
motion carried, all members voted aye .
(P 16-10)
#5 . 8:21:25 PM Proposed ordinance that would amend the City' s
zoning ordinance pertaining to open space requirements in the BP -
Business Park zoning district (amending Section 21A. 32 . 030 .E) . The
proposal would reduce the minimum open space requirement from 30
percent to 15 percent . Petitioner - FARB Airport Land, LLC, Petition
No. PLNPCM2015-00159. View Attachments
Councilmember Rogers moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to
close the public hearing, suspend the rules, and adopt Ordinance 9 of
2016, which motion carried, all members voted aye .
(P 15-22)
Note: The following Grant Application Submissions (Items 6-13)
were addressed as one public hearing item.
#6 . 8 :23:25 PM Racial Equity Here. An effort to develop and
implement a Racial Equity Action Plan for Salt Lake City to eliminate
practices that create and perpetuate racial disparity.
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#7 . What Works Cities. An effort to use data and evidence to
improve citizen engagement, make city government more effective and
improve results for citizens.
#8. Tesoro Foundation. Upgrades to the gas sensor in the Fire
Department's Training Tower in addition to upgrades to the control
room computer software and hardware.
#9. Camp Athena. An event designed to educate young women about
careers in the fire service as part of the Fire Department 's outreach
and recruitment efforts.
#10. Utah Bureau of Emergency Medical Services & Preparedness . A
proposal to replace obsolete monitor defibrillators.
#11. Justice Court Technology Funding. To be used to replace the
Justice Court's metal detector.
#12 . Fresh, Local and Equitable. A proposal to hire a consultant
to create an implementation plan with a focus on food-oriented
neighborhood revitalization for vacant property located at Indiana
Avenue/Navajo Street.
#13. Fix the Bricks Education Campaign. An effort to educate Salt
Lake City homeowners about the potential risks and impact of
significant earthquake activity on unreinforced masonry buildings and
homes.
Al Khalife' spoke in favor of Racial Equality grant
prioritization .
George Chapman said the What Works Cities grant was a great idea
except the City had multiple Community Councils requesting funding to
publicize their meetings and encourage public engagement.
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to
close the public hearing and defer action, which motion carried, all
members voted aye .
(B 16-4)
POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
#1. 8:29:07 PM Changes to Various Boards & Commissions Operations .
An ordinance amending certain sections of Title 21A (Zoning) of the
Salt Lake City Code pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2015-00146 to
provide additional clarity and efficiency in land use regulation. This
is a fine tuning of City Code related to public hearings and the
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operations of various Boards & Commissions. Petitioner - Former Mayor
Ralph Becker, Petition No. PLNPCM2015-00146. View Attachments
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Rogers seconded to
adopt Ordinance 10 of 2016, which motion carried, all members voted
aye .
8:30:14 PM Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Rogers
seconded to support a Legislative Intent requesting the Administration
review the City' s noticing requirements related to land use issues in
an effort to enhance transparency and community engagement . The
Council is interested in reviewing appropriate early notification
standards to ensure that the neighborhoods around proposed projects
are afforded adequate notification and have sufficient time to provide
feedback. The review should consider ways to improve notification and
participation at community Council meetings and open houses, while
balancing the needs of applicants to have a timely review process,
which motion carried, all members voted aye .
(P 16-4)
#2 . 8:32 :20 PM Budget Amendment No. 3 Fiscal Year 2015-16. Proposed
amendments to the Final Budget of Salt Lake City, including the
employment staffing document for Fiscal Year 2015-16. View Attachments
Councilmember Johnston moved and Councilmember Rogers seconded to
adopt Ordinance 11 of 2016 amending the Final Budget for FY 2015-16,
including the employment staffing document, which motion carried, all
members voted aye .
Councilmember Mendenhall moved and Councilmember Penfold seconded
to include remaining funding for the State of Utah Commission on
Criminal and Juvenile Justice, Jurisdictions with Halfway Houses and
Parole Violator Centers Grant (CCJJ) in the amount of $296,197, which
motion carried, all members voted aye .
Councilmember Johnston moved and Councilmember Penfold seconded
to finance the purchase of golf carts for the Glendale Golf Course,
which motion carried, all members voted aye, except Council Members
Mendenhall and Adams who voted nay.
(B 16-5)
8 :38 :13 PM COMMENTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Jacob Jensen, Ian Decker, Lex Scott, Sean Taylor, Nick Godfrey,
William VanWagonen, Samantha Scott, Theresa Nielson, Connor Richards,
Ariel Paz, Gabriella Killpack, Doug Nagie, Ian Harris, and Joseph
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Brandin spoke against police brutality. Comments included: not once
had this group been contacted by anyone from the City nor have there
been signs as to serious effort to institute solutions to systematic
problems; the Citizen Review Board (CRB) being a failed effort; the
Community Control Group not going away; City Council needing to step
up and care about police brutality to its homeless population; need
for an independent police review board; and police being held
accountable .
Cindy Cromer spoke and submitted written comments regarding the
lack of involvement of the Historic Landmarks Commission on several
major proposals involving master plan amendments .
Hillary Jacobs requested official designation of the Avenues
Shoreline Trail as an off-leash area. She said Memory Grove had become
home to many homeless individuals to the point of becoming a huge
public health hazard and other options were needed. She requested the
Council rescind Resolution 52 of 2004 sooner than later.
Polly Hart thanked the Council for their upcoming action on
decriminalizing off-leash misdemeanor offenses .
Douglas Cotant inquired why the "Citizen Comment" section was at
the end of the agenda and said waiting this long to talk was difficult
for the elderly.
Robert Williams said he asked about recycling bins for several
years . He said Salt Lake City Sustainability had a website that
discussed these types of programs yet he could not find recycling bin
locations . Councilmember Rogers requested Council Staff schedule a
meeting for him to meet with Mr. Williams.
NEW BUSINESS
#1 . 9:10:53 PM Board Member Rules Amendments - an ordinance
amending and enacting City board appointment rules. The proposed
amendments detail additional criteria for board appointments,
including: Individuals should only serve on one City board at a time,
equal opportunity principles should be applied when making
appointments, and employees of Salt Lake City Corporation shall not be
eligible for membership on City boards. Spouses and family members of
City employees may be considered. This proposed amendment would simply
codify in ordinance criteria that has been outlined in the Council
Member policy manual for years. View Attachments
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Councilmember Rogers moved and Councilmember Penfold seconded to
adopt Ordinance 12 of 2016, which motion carried, all members voted
aye .
(0 13-28)
#2 . 9:11:55 PM Amendment to the Issuance of Misdemeanor Offenses
Related to Dogs Off-Leash. A proposed ordinance amending penalties for
animals running at large violations. The proposed changes specify that
enforcement for animals running at large violations should be
accomplished through civil-not criminal-means. View Attachments
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to
adopt Ordinance 13 of 2016, which motion carried, all members voted
aye .
(0 14-11)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
#1 . 9:12:53 PM Salt Lake City Sales and Excise Tax Revenue
Refunding Bonds, Series 2016A. Resolution: Authorizing the Issuance
and the Sale of Sales and Excise Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds -
Consider adopting a resolution authorizing up to $26, 000, 000 of sales
and excise tax revenue refunding bonds; delegating authority to
certain officials and officers to approve the final terms of such
bonds; and providing for related matters. Assuming interest rates
remain at current levels, refinancing these bonds would save
approximately $2 million over the life of the bonds. View Attachments
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Rogers seconded to
adopt Resolution 11 of 2016, which motion carried, all members voted
aye .
(Q 16-1)
The meeting adjourned at 9 : 14 p.m.
Council Chair
City Recorder
This document is not intended to serve as a full transcript as
additional discussion may have been held; please refer to the audio or
video for entire content.
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This document along with the digital recording constitute the
official minutes of the Salt Lake City Council Formal Session meeting
held April 19, 2016 .
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