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07/16/2019 - Formal Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 The City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, met in Formal Session on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 in Room 315, Council Chambers, City County Building, 451 South State. The following Council Members were present: James Rogers Amy Fowler Analia Valdemoros Chris Wharton Andrew Johnston Charlie Luke The following Councilmember was absent: Erin Mendenhall Cindy Gust-Jenson, Council Executive Director; Jennifer Bruno, Council Executive Deputy Director; Patrick Leary, Mayor' s Chief of Staff; David Litvack, Mayor' s Deputy Chief of Staff; Lynn Pace, Acting City Attorney; and Scott Crandall, Deputy City Recorder; were present. Councilmember Luke presided at and conducted the meeting. The meeting was called to order at 7 : 04 p.m. OPENING CEREMONY #1. 7:04:47 PM Pledge of Allegiance . #2 . 7:05:14 PM Welcome and Review of Standards of Conduct. #3 . 7:06:21 PM Councilmember Fowler moved and Councilmember Johnston seconded to approve the Work Session meeting minutes of Tuesday, June 4, 2019 and Tuesday June 11, 2019 as well as the Formal meeting minutes of Friday, June 28, 2019. View Minutes (M 19-4) (M 19-3) #4 . 7:06:53 PM Adopting a joint ceremonial resolution with Mayor Biskupski urging the United States Congress to pass a resolution placing a price on carbon emissions . View Attachment Councilmember Luke read the resolution . Councilmember Wharton moved and Councilmember Valdemoros seconded to adopt Resolution 15 of 2019, which motion carried, all members present voted aye . (R 19-1) 19 - 1 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 #5. 7:11:35 PM Adopting a joint ceremonial resolution with Mayor Biskupski condemning the treatment of migrants at the border. View Attachment Councilmember Valdemoros read the resolution in Spanish. Councilmember Fowler read the resolution in English. Councilmember Wharton moved and Councilmember Johnston seconded to adopt Resolution 16 of 2019, which motion carried, all members present voted aye . (R 19-1) PUBLIC HEARINGS #1 . 7:21:30 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting a resolution for project funding allocations in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) , which involves the construction, purchase or renovation of buildings, parks, streets or other physical structures . Generally, projects have a useful life of five or more years and cost $50, 000 or more. View Attachments Phoebe, Sydney, Avary, Harper, and Isabella (no last names) spoke about safety issues regarding the McClelland Neighborhood Traffic Calming project . They said speeding traffic made the street/trail unsafe and asked the Council to approve the recommendation. George Chapman said a few years ago the Council decided to spend $1 million on the McClelland Trail but instead, the money was spent on beautifying alleyways . He said the plants died due to lack of water/maintenance and the area looked terrible . He said the McClelland Trail CIP recommendation needed to be approved along with passing/funding $500, 000 for Phase II . He expressed concern about funding being eliminated for day-care and said the Council needed to work with the School District to utilize Bennion as a day-care center. Scott Dontre requested funding for improvements relating to Sugarhouse West Neighborhood Traffic and the 600 East Neighborhood By- Way. He expressed concern about increasing traffic/speeding, mainly between 2100-2700 South and 600 East (used as a cut-through from Interstate 80 (I-80) ) . He said residents wanted a solution that would slow traffic without pushing it to other streets/neighborhoods . Soren Simonsen spoke about a project along the Jordan River and working with the State/County on a river-wide navigability plan/water trail master plan. He said he was excited about proposed infrastructure improvements at Fisher Mansion (education center/boater access) . He also talked about continuing/completing improvements to Pioneer Park and the 19 - 2 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 McClelland Trail running through the heart of the Sugarhouse Business District. He said gaps needed to be filled before proceeding with other projects . Nan Weber spoke about the importance of preserving/enhancing the Fisher Mansion property/carriage house . She said she thought the project would promote further involvement in Jordan River activities/amenities . Charlie Hubbert spoke in support of the need to slow traffic coming off I-80 through Sugarhouse. He expressed concern about increased on- street parking causing issues for residents and wildlife being hit by speeding traffic . Maria Chavez spoke about the dangers of increased traffic in Sugarhouse and felt it was important to provide a safe environment for residents, joggers/walkers, and cyclists . She asked the Council to ensure funding was spent on traffic calming before pursuing beautification projects . Councilmember Wharton moved and Councilmember Johnston seconded to close the public hearing and refer action to a future date, which motion carried, all members present voted aye . (B 19-1) Note : Items 2 through 6 were heard as one public hearing. #2 . 7:35:59 PM Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: Teen Afterschool Program - Sorenson Center, requesting funding for two new Teen Facilitator positions at the Sorenson Center for afterschool programming. View Attachments (B 19-3) #3. Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: Teen Afterschool Program - Central City Recreation Center, requesting funding for two existing Teen Facilitator positions at the Central City Recreation Center for afterschool programming. View Attachments (B 19-3) #4 . Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: Teen Afterschool Program - Northwest Community Center, requesting funding for two existing Teen Facilitator positions at the Northwest Community Center for afterschool programming. View Attachments (B 19-3) #5 . Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: Teen Afterschool Program - Salt Lake City Public Library - Glendale Branch, requesting funding for two existing Teen Facilitator positions at the 19 - 3 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 Salt Lake City Public Library, Glendale Branch for afterschool programming. View Attachments (B 19-3) #6 . Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: Jordan River Paddle Share Program Development, requesting funding for the development of a self-serve kayak rental program, or `paddle share' program, including installation of storage lockers at multiple locations corresponding with boat ramps along the Jordan River. Salt Lake City and its partners will also develop a paddle share start-up and operations plan (including objectives and activities) . View Attachments (B 19-3) Councilmember Wharton moved and Councilmember Valdemoros seconded to close the public hearing and refer Items 2 through 6 to a future Consent Agenda for action, which motion carried, all members present voted aye . (B 19-3) POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS #1 . 7:37:13 PM Adopting an ordinance that would amend the zoning map pertaining to a parcel of property, located at approximately 1805 South Main Street, to rezone the parcel from Business Park District (BP) to Corridor Commercial District (CC) pursuant to Petition No . PLNPCM-2018- 00904 . The applicant, Alliance House Inc. , is requesting the zoning amendment to replace the existing building with a larger, multi-family apartment building to serve the clients of Alliance House. The BP zoning district does not allow multi-family or residential uses so the existing building has been operating as a non-conforming use. No specific site development proposal has been submitted at this time. Although the applicant has requested that the property be rezoned to the Corridor Commercial District (CC) , consideration may be given to rezoning the property to another zoning district with similar characteristics. View Attachments Councilmember Johnston moved and Councilmember Fowler seconded to adopt Ordinance 38 of 2019 which motion carried, all members present voted aye . (P 19-11) #2 . 7:37:43 PM Adopting an ordinance vacating a portion of 800 West Street between approximately 144 South and the Interstate 15 (I-15) concrete retaining wall pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2015-00651 . This portion of 800 West became obsolete when the freeway wall was built and access to 200 South was eliminated. If the City finds this portion of street is not used as a public right-of-way, the proposed portion can be 19 - 4 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 vacated and sold at fair market value. The purpose of this proposal would be to combine the portion of street with land owned by the applicant and build a multi-family residential development. As part of this street vacation, the applicant would enter into a development agreement with Salt Lake City to reconfigure the street with curb and gutter according to Salt Lake City's specifications (Renee Property Management) . View Attachments Councilmember Johnston moved and Councilmember Rogers seconded to adopt Ordinance 39 of 2019, closing a portion of 800 West between approximately 144 South and the Interstate 15 (I-15) wall where the street dead ends, which motion carried, all members present voted aye. (P 19-12) #3 . 7:38:49 PM Consider a request to vacate 125 feet of a north to south running alley located at approximately 1249 East between Crystal Avenue and Stratford Avenue pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2017-00478 . The applicants would like to close the northern end of this alley segment in order to restrict pedestrian access and limit potential crime. This proposal is associated with PLNPCM2018-0001 . The approval and adoption of this proposed alley vacation is contingent on the approval and adoption of PLNPCM2018-0001 . The Planning Commission forwarded a negative recommendation, therefore an ordinance has not been drafted. If the Council decides to approve the zone change and master plan amendments, an ordinance would be drafted and considered for approval . View Attachments Councilmember Fowler moved and Councilmember Rogers seconded to adopt the proposal and request that an ordinance be drafted to vacate a portion of an alley between Crystal and Stratford Avenues and Highland Drive and 1300 East. Council Members Fowler, Luke, and Rogers voted aye . Council Members Valdemoros, Wharton, and Johnston voted nay. Councilmember Luke said due to a tie vote, the motion failed. Council Members Fowler, Wharton, and Valdemoros talked about the complexities of alleyways/decisions including: community sentiment, access/funding issues, and the role alleys played in the City. They said existing policies needed to be comprehensively reviewed (establish clear policies/avoid piecemeal decisions) and looked forward to having future discussions . (P 19-13) #4 . 7:38:14 PM Adopting an ordinance that would rezone property at 2058 North 2200 West from Agricultural District (AG-2) to Light Manufacturing (M-1) pursuant to Petition No . PLNPCM2018-00657 . The amendment would accommodate future commercial land uses such as retail and service type businesses not permitted under the current zoning. No 19 - 5 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 specific site development proposal has been submitted at this time. Although the applicant has requested that the property be rezoned to AG- 2, consideration may be given to rezoning the property to another zoning district with similar characteristics. (Nick Smith) View Attachments Councilmember Luke said the applicant requested the proposal be pulled from the agenda. He said the issue would be considered at a future date . (P 19-6) #5 . 7:42:57 PM Adopting an ordinance amending Salt Lake City Code pertaining to building height in the FB-UN2 Form Based Urban Neighborhood District pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2017-00590 . The applicant is requesting the maximum height regulations be increased (from 4 stories/50 feet to 5 stories/65 feet) for a mixed-use development project located along Washington Street at approximately 200 West and 900 South. Other sections of Title 21A, Zoning, may also be amended as part of this petition. View Attachments Councilmember Wharton moved and Councilmember Johnston seconded to adopt Ordinance 40 of 2019, amending the text of the Salt Lake City Code pertaining to building height in the FB-UN2, for an area of land located on the south side of 900 South between 200 West and Washington Street, as noted in the attached map, which motion carried, all members present voted aye . (P 18-31) QUESTIONS TO THE MAYOR FROM THE CITY COUNCIL 7:43:37 PM There were no questions but Council Members Fowler and Valdemoros took a moment of personal privilege to talk about the resolution condemning the treatment of migrants at the border and thanked the Administration/others for their involvement/support. COMMENTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL 7 :47 :01 PM George Chapman talked about utilizing Funding Our Future revenue to implement a $1 bus fare during the United Nations (UN) upcoming visit (opportunity to showcase Salt Lake) . He also spoke about implementing Canyon bus service, lowering HIVE pass fees to $25 per month, pushing for better UTA driver wages, and funding bike share stations (Sugarhouse/S-Line) . Bill Barren spoke about an organization he was involved with called "The Citizens Planet Lobby" . He said there were approximately 115, 000 volunteers across the country working to build political will to address climate issues . He said a bipartisan Congressional bill (Energy 19 - 6 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act) was introduced that would effectively reduce emissions (up to 90% by 2050) . He thanked the Council for their ongoing participation/support in promoting this important issue . Nichol Bourdeaux talked about pursuing transit funding to help students travel/access the Sorensen Community Center . She spoke about UTA' s interest in continuing its partnership with the City to break down multiple transit barriers . She thanked the Council for utilizing City funding to pursue transit goals . James Webster submitted written comments/concern about a statement made by Derek Miller, Inland Port Authority, regarding how the "West Side should not be dictated by the East Side" . UNFINISHED BUSINESS #1 . 7 :54 :27 PM Adopting a resolution authorizing approval of Addendum No. 2 to an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Salt Lake City Corporation and Utah Transit Authority (UTA) providing for transfer of City funds for implementation of the Transit Master Plan. The proposed second addendum covers costs relating to more frequent service on Routes 2, 9 and 21 , including driver wages and benefits, vehicles and maintenance, paratransit, customer service, and other related items. Funding Our Future is an initiative to address four critical needs: public safety, affordable housing, improved streets, and better transit options. The Council approved a 0. 5% sales tax increase in May 2018, and during the City's budget process, allocated funding from anticipated sales tax revenue to each of those needs. View Attachment Councilmember Fowler moved and Councilmember Johnston seconded to adopt Resolution 17 of 2019, entering into the second addendum to the Interlocal Agreement with UTA to implement the Transit Master Plan for 2019-2020 Frequent Transit Network Service, and that the remaining $999,824 be placed in a holding account reserved for future Funding Our Future transit expenses, which motion carried, all members present voted aye . (C 19-224) (B 18-6) #2 . 7 :55:24 PM Adopting a resolution creating policy sections A. 51 (management policy for social media accounts) and A. 52 (relating to social media comments for public users) for the City Council policy manual . View Attachment Councilmember Wharton moved and Councilmember Rogers seconded to adopt Resolution 18 of 2019, which motion carried, all members present voted aye . (R 19-5) 19 - 7 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 CONSENT 7:55:50 PM Councilmember Rogers moved and Councilmember Wharton seconded to approve the Consent Agenda, which motion carried, all members present voted aye . #1. Setting the date of Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 7 : 00 p.m. to accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance amending the zoning of property located at 504 South 900 East Street and amending the Central Community Master Plan Future Land Use Map pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2018-00839 and Petition No. PLNPCM2018-00898 . The proposal would rezone the property from Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential District (RMF-35) to Residential/Mixed Use (RMU-35) and a Master Plan Amendment from Medium Density Residential to Medium Residential/Mixed Use. The intent of the proposal is to build a mixed-use development. No site plan has been submitted at this time. Although the applicant has requested that the property be rezoned to Residential/Mixed Use (RMU- 35) , consideration may be given to rezoning the property to another zoning district with similar characteristics. (Ian Kaplan, ADDVirtue, Ivy Partners) View Attachment (P 19-16) #2 . Setting the date of Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 7 : 00 p.m. to accept public comment about an ordinance amending the zoning of a portion of property located at 650 East South Temple Street from Institutional District (I) to Residential/Office District (RO) and amending the Central Community Master Plan Future Land Use Map from Institutional to Residential/Office Mixed-use pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2019-00230 and Petition No. PLNPCM2019-00231 . The intent of the proposal is to allow more flexibility to develop a future multi- family residential, office or mixed-use development. No site plan has been submitted at this time. Although the applicant has requested that the property be rezoned to Residential/Office District (RO) , consideration may be given to rezoning the property to another zoning district with similar characteristics. (DB Urban Communities, Masonic Temple Association) View Attachment (P 19-17) #3. Setting the date of Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 7 : 00 p.m. to accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance amending the zoning map pertaining to two parcels located at 402 East and 416 East 900 South to rezone those parcels from RB (Residential/Business District) and CN (Neighborhood Commercial District) to CB (Community Business District) pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2018-01025 . Currently, these parcels fall within two different zoning districts. The applicants would like to rezone to one district for consistency. No development plans have been submitted at this time. Although the applicant has requested that the property be rezoned to CB, consideration may be given to 19 - 8 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 rezoning the property to another zoning district with similar characteristics. (Merry Warner Demuri, Kathia Dang) View Attachment (B 19-18) #4 . Consider holding an additional hearing at 5 : 30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 regarding a property conveyance of real property at approximately 5453 South Highland Drive to Holladay City to facilitate the widening of the road and placement of a light pole . The Public Utilities Advisory Committee held a hearing in June to consider the conveyance. View Attachment Council did not call for a public hearing. (C 19-174) #5 . Approving the appointment of Neil Vickers to the Mosquito Abatement District Board for a term ending December 21, 2023 . View Attachment (I 19-13) #6 . Approving the appointment of Lindsey Nikola to the Housing Advisory and Appeals Board for a term ending December 31, 2022 . View Attachment (I 19-11) #7 . Approving the appointment of Daniel Gaffin to the Housing Advisory and Appeals Board for a term ending December 31, 2022 . View Attachment (I 19-11) #8 . Approving the appointment of Rocio de Maria Torres Mora to the Historic Landmark Commission for a term ending July 16, 2023 . View Attachment (I 19-16) The meeting adjourned at 7 : 56 p .m. Council Chair City Recorder 19 - 9 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 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 pursuant to Utah Code §52-4-203 (2) (b) . This document along with the digital recording constitute the official minutes of the Salt Lake City Council meeting held July 16, 2019 . sc 19 - 10