12/13/2011 - Formal Meeting - Minutes PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13 , 2011
The City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, met in Regular Session
on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 7 : 00 p.m. in Room 315, Council
Chambers, City County Building, 451 South State.
The following Council Members were present:
Carlton Christensen Stan Penfold Van Turner
Jill Remington Love Soren Simonsen JT Martin
Luke Garrott-via phone
Cindy Gust-Jenson, Executive Council Director; Mayor Ralph
Becker; David Everitt, Mayor' s Chief of Staff; Edwin Rutan, City
Attorney; and Scott Crandall, Deputy City Recorder; were present.
Councilmember Love presided at and conducted the meeting.
OPENING CEREMONY
#1 . 7:00:29 PM Pledge of Allegiance.
#2 . 7:00:58 PM Recognition of service, presentation of gifts and
comments regarding outgoing City Council Members Van Turner, District 2
7:01:14 PM and JT Martin, District 6. 7 :14:18 PM
PUBLIC HEARINGS
#1. RE: 7:34:48 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting an
ordinance closing and vacating an alley as a public right-of-way
adjacent to property located at 1370 East Bryan Avenue, pursuant to
Petition PLNPCM2011-00207 . (Baldomero and Lourdes Olivera are requesting
the partial vacation of the alley that runs adjacent to their property
in order to build a garage. ) View Attachments
Councilmember Simonsen moved and Councilmember Martin seconded to
close the public hearing, which motion carried, all members voted aye .
Councilmember Love said action would be deferred to January, 2012 .
(P 11-13)
#2 . RE: 7:35:40 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting an
ordinance requesting to rezone the parcels located within Columbus Court
Planned Unit Development (PUD) , approximately 700 North Columbus Court,
from Foothills Residential (FR-2) to Single Family Residential (R-
1/5, 000) . The purpose is to subdivide the existing lots into 12 smaller
lots . Petitioner - Ensign Foreground LC. (Petition PLNPCM2011-00091)
View Attachments
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7 :35:51 PM Chris Robinson, petitioner, spoke in favor of the
proposal .
7 :36:54 PM Georg Stutzenberger said local residents were concerned
about not receiving adequate notice before changes were made to the
proposal, landscaping issues and potential impacts of increased traffic.
Jehnnine Rokich submitted written comments in opposition of the
proposal .
Councilmember Simonsen moved and Councilmember Christensen seconded
to close the public hearing, which motion carried, all members voted
aye .
Councilmember Martin moved and Councilmember Simonsen seconded to
adopt Ordinance 74 of 2011 .
7 :41:08 PM Councilmember Penfold said there were a lot of traffic
concerns/issues in this neighborhood and hoped the City would be
proactive in addressing current/future demands .
7 :42:21 PM Councilmember Love said she agreed with Councilmember
Penfold. She said the area was currently zoned for residential
development and felt the proposal would be viable and promote
sustainability. She said she hoped the developer would continue to work
with local residents to address their concerns .
Councilmember Love called for the question. A roll call vote was
taken, which motion carried, all members voted aye.
(P 11-14)
#3. RE: 7:43:45 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting an
ordinance changing the City' s zoning regulations allowing accessory
dwelling units in single-family and multi-family zoning districts
currently being considered by the City Council . The intent is to provide
a broader mix of housing opportunities in existing neighborhoods that
address changing family needs, economic conditions, smaller household
sizes, and increase efficient use of existing housing, public
infrastructure and transit. Related provisions of Title 21A (Zoning) may
also be amended as part of this petition. Petitioner - Mayor Ralph
Becker, Petition No. PLNPCM2010-00612 . View Attachments
7 :44:00 PM Councilmember Love said a lot of work still needed to be
done on this proposal and asked if Council Members wanted to have the
item place on all upcoming agendas which was the Council' s current
policy or set a specific date for a future hearing. Discussion was held
on the question. Council Members expressed concerns about ensuring that
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the public was given adequate opportunity to provide input, given notice
of proposed changes to the current proposal and given proper notice of
upcoming hearings .
Councilmember Simenson moved and Councilmember Penfold seconded to
close the public hearing, and include a legislative intent that if the
Council made substantive changes to the current proposal , that the
Council might consider reopening the hearing.
Further discussion was held.
Substitute Motion: Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember
Christensen seconded that the Council continue the hearing to a future
date no sooner than the first meeting in February, 2012 held by the
Council.
Councilmember Christensen said he was comfortable with this motion
due to the Council' s commitment last week to keep the hearing open.
Councilmember Love called for the question. A roll call vote was
taken, which motion carried, all members voted aye.
(P 11-15)
POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
#1 . RE: 7:50:26 PM Adopting an ordinancc revising and amending thc
Salt Lakc City Consolidated Fce Schedule and an ordinancc amending
applicable provisions within Chaptcr 8. 04, Salt Lakc City Codc,
p^� �g to , ce re to rcmovc limitGe e mar of dogs Ord
cats owned by individuals; to require thc prevention and abatement of
nuisances associated with keeping dogs and cats, including but not
limited to noise and odor; to allow the animal services director to
waive late fees or extend licensing deadlines in individual cases as
ape iate; r.� to ire the lice i g of s ludnq =n i�a
Top t lice-nsi g late- p-e-nalt e ection 8 4.521, Salt Lakc City Codc,
Appendix A. (This proposal will remove limit on the number of pets per
residence; require cat licensing, and increase pet renewal late
licensing penalties) View Attachments
(0 09 3)
Item was removed.
#2 . 7:50:31 PM Adopting an amendment to the Salt Lake City
Consolidated Fee Schedule and related text in Section 15 . 16 . 031, Salt
Lake City Code, regarding a Golf Green Fee increase which would become
effective on January 1, 2012 . The increase would: 1) set aside $1 . 00
per 9-hole round of golf to be used for Capital Improvement Projects at
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the City' s golf courses, 2) depending on course, add an additional
amount for operations, and 3) adjust golf discount programs . View
Attachments
Councilmember Simonsen moved and Councilmember Penfold seconded to
adopt Ordinance 75 of 2011, amending the Salt Lake City Consolidated Fee
Schedule and Ordinance 76 of 2011 , amending related text in Section
15 . 16. 031 regarding a golf green fee increase which would become
effective January 1, 2012 . The increase would: 1) set aside $1 . 00 per
9-hole round of golf to be used for capital improvement projects at the
City' s golf courses, 2) depending on course, add an additional amount
for operations, and 3) adjust golf discount programs, which motion
carried, all members voted aye .
(0 11-9)
#3 . 7 :52 :00 PM Adopting a resolution adopting the final budget for
the Capital Projects Fund of the Local Building Authority of Salt Lake
City, Utah for Fiscal Year 2011-2012 . (Potential Funding for the
Glendale Branch Library) . View Attachments
Councilmember Simonsen recused himself .
Councilmember Christensen moved and Councilmember Turner seconded
to recess as the City Council and convene as the Board of Directors of
the Local Building Authority, which motion carried, all members voted
aye, except Councilmember Simonsen, who was recused.
Councilmember Turner moved and Councilmember Christensen seconded
to adopt Resolution 61 of 2011, which motion carried, all members voted
aye, except Councilmember Simonsen, who was recused.
7 :53:12 PM Councilmember Christensen commented on the motion .
7 :53:38 PM Councilmember Turner commented on the motion .
Councilmember Christensen moved and Councilmember Turner seconded
to adjourn as the Board of Directors of the Local Building Authority and
reconvene as the City Council, which motion carried, all members voted
aye, except Councilmember Simonsen, who was recused.
(B 11-9)
#4 . 7 :54 :30 PM Adopting an ordinance changing the City Code
including the City' s zoning regulations to eliminate the Board of
Adjustment and the Land Use Appeals Board as land use appeal authorities
and replacing the boards with an appointed professional hearing officer.
The hearing officer would review and make decisions relating to variance
applications and appeals of Administrative, Planning Commission and
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Historic Landmark Commission decisions . The intent is to provide a more
streamlined and consistent appeal process for land use decisions and
reduce the expenditure of City funds and staffing resources . Related
provisions of Title 21A (Zoning) may also be amended as part of this
petition. Petition No. PLNPCM2010-00312 . Petitioner - Mayor Ralph
Becker. View Attachments
7 :54:30 PM A briefing/discussion was held with the Administration
prior to action being taken. See File M 11-4 for discussion.
8:11:32 PM Councilmember Penfold said he was comfortable with the
idea of the appeal process being on record where it had a public process
going before the Planning Commission and Landmarks . He said he was more
concerned about where that process was not in place . He said he would
be most comfortable sending this back for tweaking that would get to
that point where the appeal was broader than just what was on the record
for a single administrative decision.
Councilmember Love asked if that was a motion. Councilmember
Penfold said yes . The motion was seconded by Councilmember Martin.
8:12:22 PM Councilmember Christensen said he liked that direction and
was also comfortable with the hearing officer not being required to be a
City resident.
Councilmember Love called for the question, which motion carried,
all members voted aye.
(P 11-11)
#5. 8:13:03 PM Adopting a resolution and an ordinance relating to
the planned project to build a basic two-mile street car line at about
2200 South between McClelland Street (1050 East) and the Utah Transit
Authority Central Pointe TRAX Station at 221 West 2100 South. (Budget
Amendment No. 4) View Attachments
• The first item is a resolution proposing an interlocal agreement
among Salt Lake City, South Salt Lake and UTA that would govern
each city' s and UTA' s responsibilities to build and operate a
streetcar line along the two-mile corridor. (C 11-777)
• The other item is an ordinance proposing a budget amendment to
identify revenue and allocate Salt Lake City' s share of the
project. (B 11-11)
Councilmember Simonsen moved and Councilmember Penfold seconded to
adopt Resolution 62 of 2011 and Ordinance 77 of 2011 regarding an
interlocal agreement on the Sugar House/South Salt Lake streetcar
project/Budget Amendment No 4 .
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8:13:48 PM Councilmember Simonsen said a lot of work still needed to
be done on the corridor and hoped this was just the beginning of zoning,
funding and continued development of the corridor and Parley' s Trail
which would be a joint venture .
8:14:58 PM Councilmember Christensen said he agreed with
Councilmember Simonsen. He said this was a big project especially for
South Salt Lake given the size of their budget . He said it was
reassuring they had already signed onto the project.
Councilmember Love called for the question, which motion carried,
all members voted aye .
QUESTIONS TO THE MAYOR FROM THE CITY COUNCIL 8:15:41 PM
Councilmember Penfold said concerns were expressed in a previous
item about traffic issues in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. He said he
thought there had been some success with the Administration in starting
a conversation with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT)
regarding improvements to 300 West. He said there was a similar
situation around the Capitol where neighborhoods were being severely
impacted by things occurring on State roads . He said he hoped the Mayor
would be receptive to using that opportunity to persuade people to come
back to the table to address those issues .
Mayor Becker said there were serious public safety issues involved
and would be happy to get involved and work closely with the Council to
address the issues . He said he felt State legislators should also be
invited to participate in the process .
RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING CITY COUNCIL CHAIR JILL REMINGTON LOVE
8:18:13 PM Recognition of outgoing City Council Chair Love and
presentation of gift.
COMMENTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL 8:23:38 PM
8:23:46 PM Kevin Dyer spoke about funding, impacts and opportunities
related to the Sugar House streetcar project.
Nancy Von Allmen spoke about habitat preservation in Parley' s
Historic Nature Park and thanked the Council for their decision/support.
Garo Topdjian submitted written comments thanking the Council for
their service .
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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#1 . 8:28:37 PM Adopting an ordinance that would revise the
Compensation Plan for continuing elected officials as of January 1, 2012
to provide an option for a 401k contribution similar to that provided
for new elected officials, pursuant to recent changes in State law.
View Attachments
Jennifer Bruno, Council Deputy Director, briefed the Council prior
to action being taken. See File M 11-4 for discussion.
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Christensen seconded
to adopt Ordinance 78 of 2011, which motion carried, all members voted
aye .
(0 11-10)
#2 . 8:29:32 PM Adopting a resolution authorizing a loan from Salt
Lake City' s Housing Trust Fund in the amount of $265, 000 to City Front
Partners, LLC for renovation at the Citifront Apartments located at 600
West North Temple . (Applicant — City Front Partners, LLC) View
Attachments
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Simonsen seconded to
adopt Resolution 63 of 2011 .
8:29:57 PM Councilmember Christensen commented on the motion.
Councilmember Love called for the question, which motion carried,
all members voted aye .
(R 11-17)
#3. 8:30:52 PM Adopting a resolution authorizing a grant from Salt
Lake City' s HOME Match Fund in the amount of $100, 000 to Volunteers of
America, Utah to renovate a group home located at 556 South 500 East .
(Applicant — Volunteers of America, Utah) View Attachments
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Simonsen seconded to
adopt Resolution 64 of 2011, which motion carried, all members voted
aye .
(R 11-18)
#4 . 8:31:10 PM Adopting a resolution authorizing the approval of an
Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Salt Lake City Corporation and
the Unified Fire Authority for the provision of hazardous materials
response and explosive device operations. View Attachments
8:31:12 PM A briefing was held with the Administration prior to
action being taken. See File M 11-4 for discussion.
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Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Simonsen seconded to
adopt Resolution 65 of 2011, which motion carried, all members voted
aye .
(C 11-805)
#5. 8:32:15 PM Adopting a resolution authorizing the purchase of
property at 1365 and 1395 South Concord Street and 1224 West 1400 South
for the planned Glendale Branch Library. View Attachments
Councilmember Simonsen recused himself .
Councilmember Turner moved and Councilmember Christensen seconded
to recess as the City Council and convene as the Board of Directors of
the Local Building Authority, which motion carried, all members voted
aye, except Councilmember Simonsen, who was recused.
Councilmember Turner moved and Councilmember Christensen seconded
to adopt Resolution 66 of 2011 .
8:33:09 PM Councilmember Turner commented on the motion.
Councilmember Love called for the question, which motion carried,
all members voted aye, except Councilmember Simonsen, who was recused.
Councilmember Turner moved and Councilmember Penfold seconded to
adjourn as the Board of Directors of the Local Building Authority and
reconvene as the City Council, which motion carried, all members voted
aye, except Councilmember Simonsen, who was recused.
(R 11-19)
CONSENT AGENDA 8:32:02 PM
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Turner seconded to
adopt the Consent Agenda, which motion carried, all members voted aye.
#1 . Setting thc date of Tucsday, January 3, 2012 to accept public
comment and consider adopting an ordinance amending thc City' s zoning
regulations to modify requirements for approving conditional use
p e is e�e—req r cmc we re- e d re �e--r Ce r i l i y,
2008 . The proposed amendments arc intcndcd to clarify and resolve
problems encountered by thc Community Development Department in applying
these requirements . Related provisions of Title 21A (Zoning) may also be
amended as part of this petition. Petitioner Mayor Ralph Becker,
Petition No. PLNPCM2000 00174 . View Attachments
(P 11 16)
Item was pulled.
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#2 . Setting the date of Tuesday, January 3 , 2012 to accept public
comment and consider adopting an ordinance amending Chapter 21A. 46 to
modify sign regulations pertaining to billboards, electronic billboards
and electronic signs . Among other things, the amendments will refine
provisions adopted by the City Council in April 2010 that are scheduled
to take effect on January 13, 2012 . Related provisions of Title 21A
(Zoning) may also be amended as part of this petition. Petitions
PLNPCM2010-000717 and PLNPCM2010-00032 . Petitioner - Mayor Ralph Becker.
View Attachments
(0 11-7)
#3 . Approving the appointment of Larry Jensen to the Community
Development and Capital Improvement Programs Advisory Board for a term
extending through June 2, 2014 .
(I 11-2)
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 33 p.m.
This document along with the digital recording constitute the
official minutes of the City Council Regular Session meeting held
December 13, 2011 .
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