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06/04/2019 - Formal Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 4 , 2019 The City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, met in Formal Session on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 in Room 315, Council Chambers, City County Building, 451 South State . The following Council Members were present: James Rogers Amy Fowler Charlie Luke Chris Wharton Erin Mendenhall Andrew Johnston Analia Valdemoros Jennifer Bruno, Council Executive Deputy Director; Patrick Leary, Mayor' s Chief of Staff; Katherine Lewis, Senior City Attorney; and Scott Crandall, Deputy City Recorder; were present. Councilmember Luke presided at and Councilmember Valdemoros conducted the meeting. The meeting was called to order at 7 : 07 p .m. OPENING CEREMONY #1 . 7 :06:59 PM Pledge of Allegiance . #2 . 7:07 :30 PM Welcome and Review of Standards of Conduct. #3. 7:17 :46 PM Councilmember Rogers moved and Councilmember Mendenhall seconded to approve the formal meeting minutes of Tuesday, May 21 , 2019. View Minutes (M 19-3) 7:18:27 PM Councilmember Wharton said some people were in attendance to comment on the 4th Avenue well proposal . He said the Council recognized health issues related to the project, importance of the water supply, and safety concerns of the existing facility. He said during the prior Work Session meeting, the Council took a unanimous straw poll that funding for the 4th Avenue Well would be contingent on Public Utilities coming back to brief the Council on potential alternatives to reduce the building size and reduce noise concerns . He said the briefing would be scheduled as soon as the Department was ready to move forward. He said the Council also specifically asked that an outside engineer/resource be selected to identify possible alternatives that would result in a smaller/quieter facility through building design and footprint alterations . He said the Department' s briefing/report would contain feedback from the consultant/public. Councilmember Rogers provided further comments and thanked Councilmember Wharton for leading the effort to address this important community issue . Councilmember Wharton said a 19 - 1 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 4 , 2019 public hearing would be held before the Historic Landmark Commission on June 6, 2019 and encouraged the public to attend the meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS #1. 7:21:53 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance amending the final budget of Salt Lake City, including the employment staffing document, for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 . Budget amendments happen several times each year to reflect adjustments to the City's budgets, including proposed project additions and modifications. (Budget Amendment No. 6) View Attachments Councilmember Fowler moved and Councilmember Rogers seconded to close the public hearing and refer the item to a future date for action, which motion carried, all members voted aye . (B 19-8) #2 . 7:27 : 04 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance amending Section 14 .52 . 030, Salt Lake City Code, pertaining to the disposition process of City-owned alleys pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2018-00081. The proposal would modify the application process related to the disposition of City-owned alleys. Currently, in order to request that the City relinquish ownership of a public alley, at least 80 percent of the neighbors owning property along the alley must sign a petition in favor of the request. The proposed text amendment would reduce the minimum required property owners' signatures to 75 percent. View Attachments George Chapman said many communities were experiencing problems with homeless people in alleyways and he thought lowering the percentage requirement was a good idea. He said applicants would still go through a review process (City/Planning Commission) and encouraged the Council to approve the proposal to help address criminal activity occurring in alleyways . Scott Schoonovel/Jeanette Zimmel submitted a hearing card suggesting the ordinance be modified to require a "majority" not a "percentage" for alley closures . Tanya Chapman submitted a hearing card expressing concerns about the need to repair potholes to allow better access to homes/businesses . Councilmember Mendenhall moved and Councilmember Johnston seconded to close the public hearing and defer action to a future meeting, which motion carried, all members voted aye . (P 19-9) 19 - 2 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 2019 #3 . 7 :30 : 01 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance amending the table of permitted and conditional uses for Downtown Districts in Section 21A. 33 . 050 pertaining to self-storage pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2018-00645 . The proposal would allow self- storage units in the D-1 Central Business District as long as the self- storage is limited to basement/below ground levels. Self-storage units would not be allowed on the ground or upper levels of the building for commercial spaces. Other sections of Title 21A, Zoning, may also be amended as part of this petition . View Attachments There were no public comments . Councilmember Mendenhall moved and Councilmember Wharton seconded to close the public hearing and adopt Ordinance 20 of 2019, allowing self-storage facilities in the D-1 Zoning District, which motion carried, all members voted aye . (P 19-10) Note: Ordinances listed below (4-13) are associated with the implementation of the Mayor' s Recommended Budget for Salt Lake City, including the Library Fund, for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2020 . All ordinances will be heard as one public hearing item during the May 21st and June 4th public hearings . #4 . 7 :30:54 PM Accept public comment and consider an ordinance appropriating necessary funds to implement, for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 , the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Salt Lake City Corporation and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 1004 , representing eligible employees . View Attachments (0 17-6) #5 . Accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance appropriating the necessary funds to implement, for Fiscal Year 2019- 2020, the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Salt Lake City Corporation and the International Association of Firefighters Local 81, representing eligible employees . View Attachments (0 18-9) #6 . Accept public comment and consider an ordinance approving a compensation plan for all non-represented employees of Salt Lake City. View Attachments (0 19-7) 19 - 3 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 2019 #7 . Accept public comment and consider an ordinance appropriating necessary funds to implement, for Fiscal Year 2019-20, the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Salt Lake City Corporation and the Salt Lake Police Association, representing eligible employees . View Attachments (0 17-7) #8 . Accept public comment and consider an ordinance adopting the rate of tax levy, including the levy for the Library Fund, upon all real and personal property within Salt Lake City made taxable by law for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 . View Attachments (B 19-1) (B 19-2) #9 . Accept public comment and consider an ordinance adopting the budget for the Library Fund of Salt Lake City, Utah for Fiscal Year 2019- 2020 . View Attachments (B 19-2) #10 . Accept public comment and consider an ordinance amending various fees and fee information set forth in the Salt Lake City Consolidated Fee Schedule (CFS) . View Attachments (0 17-3) #11 . Accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would adopt a new water and sewer rate structure. The new rate structure would coincide with the adoption of the Department of Public Utilities budget for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. View Attachments (0 19-6) #12 . Accept public comment regarding an ordinance adopting the budget for Salt Lake City, Utah, excluding the budget for the Library Fund which is separately adopted, and the employment staffing document of Salt Lake City, Utah for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 . View Attachments (B 19-1) #13. Accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance regarding penalties for violations of the parking ordinances, amending Sections 12 . 56 . 550 and 12 .56.580, Salt Lake City Code, in order to address changes in Utah law. View Attachments (0 17-4) Stan Holmes spoke/submitted a petition signed by 120 Capitol Hill residents calling for traffic safety upgrades in the East Capitol neighborhood. He said prompt action was needed to address public safety issues caused by speeding. He said residents wanted the City to construct raised crosswalks which would allow pedestrians/wildlife to cross with greater safety. He said long-term, sensible solutions were needed 19 - 4 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 4 , 2019 throughout the Capitol Hill traffic network and asked the Council to consider a comprehensive traffic study as a first step. Jim Webster expressed concern about solar fees, lack of attendance at wildfire meetings, trash collection, and how the City was becoming more regressive . He said solar permit fees needed to go to Sustainability (not the General Fund) . He said the City was creating disincentives for people to use solar by charging fees (consider subsidies or no charges) . He also spoke about changes to annual trash collection where citizens now had to call for pickup (consider impact on carbon footprint/more trips) . Dwight Marchant said he lived in Millcreek and expressed concerns about holes being created in streets by Salt Lake City (SLC) crews during waterline repairs (300-400 per year) . He asked the Council to pay closer attention to that situation. He also expressed concern about Millcreek residents paying substantially more than SLC residents for water. He said Millcreek did not have any representation on water boards and asked the Council for more consideration. Tiffany Ente spoke/submitted written comments about the Utah Jazz and Root Festival being held in September, 2019 . She talked about the importance of Jazz music being the voice of the marginalized (anthem for social movements) . She said diverse communities preserved/shared their traditions through music/storytelling. She asked the Council to continue supporting the Jazz Festival . Cameron Williams spoke in support of the Jazz Festival and felt diversity was important to the City. He said companies with more diversity were 30-40o more likely to succeed. He said the festival would provide an opportunity for people to experience Utah' s diversity which could help the City attract/retain more diverse talent and elevate businesses . Jennifer Brown expressed concerns about proposed water/sewer rate increases, lack of transparency, and fairness regarding new growth. She said 2003/2009 water studies stated new growth would pay for itself. She said impact fees should be utilized to pay for growth and questioned why they were not being charged, especially to developers who created problems/issues and were making a windfall on densification. She asked the Council to reinstate impact fees . Bernie Hart said people were questioning why existing organizations continued to receive funding without any real data showing their programs actually worked. He said the City needed to hire an independent expert to review providers/programs and recommend funding based on performance . He talked about $5 million being available through the Miller Foundation 19 - 5 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 4 , 2019 that was not being utilized (match requirement) . He asked the Council to take a leadership role to provide more oversight for youth programs (potential partnership with Legislature) . The following spoke and/or submitted written comments in opposition to the 4th Avenue Well project: Stephanie Souvall, Winston Seiler, Ivan Weber, James Livingston, Fran Marcus-Madsen, Victoria Walker, Cindy Cromer (written comments) , David Bower, Catherine Williams, Evan Smith, Linnea Noyes (written comments) , Sharon Franz , and Shane Franz . Comments included appreciation for Council' s reconsideration of the proposal, portal to Memory Grove, explore other alternatives (find creative solutions) , retain underground well, preserve quaint/peaceful residential neighborhood, continuous pump noise, toxic odors/chlorine, maintenance traffic, compensation for loss of property values, wrong location, poorly designed facility, other options not considered by Public Utilities, consider direct/intangible costs, loss of green space/trees, public safety issues, hazardous chemicals (potential for accidents) , numerous impacts on residential property values, City Creek master plan provisions (preserving trees, historic park, etc. ) , numerous visitors, promote safe/environmentally sensitive development, historic preservation, budgetary/economic analysis, shrink building size, provide soundproofing, pump house not compatible with historic neighborhood (incorporate historic architectural design elements) , ensure small/silent/appropriate design, vital Memory Grove green space, residents vested in neighborhood, decisions being made by one entity, permanent change, numerous problems with proposal, and alternatives being available within 300 feet that would mitigate issues . George Chapman spoke about the need for more Police/Park Rangers, drug use at a skate park, and homes around the skate park being broken into/vandalized. He talked about water/sewer rate increases (four times in 7 years) being too much and asked the Council to have more discussion. He further talked about the 911 audit/report needing to be reviewed and utilized to address the need for additional police officers/dispatchers (133 officers, 22 dispatchers) . Georgianna Halverson talked about modifying the building code so water heaters would be centrally located in homes (install two) . She said that could potentially save a lot of water because people would not have to run the water so long waiting for it to get warm/hot. Howard Peckham expressed concern about the declining water quality/pressure at his home (approximately 3300 South) . He questioned if any changes had occurred in the area and asked if someone could look into the situation. Councilmember Luke asked Staff to meet with Mr. Peckham to address his concerns . 19 - 6 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 4 , 2019 Rod Miller said he came to the Council last year and wanted to reiterate his desire to have City Creek opened for bicyclists during the deer hunting season. He suggested reinstating the odd/even rotation with bike riders utilizing odd days . He said there were a lot of riders who wanted to enjoy the canyon during the fall and wondered if the Council had considered his prior request and/or came to a decision. Councilmember Wharton moved and Councilmember Mendenhall seconded to close the public hearing and refer Items 4 through 13 to a future date for action, which motion carried, all members voted aye . Note : Items 14-21 will be heard as one public hearing. #14 . 8:24 :40 PM Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: Salt Lake Police Department Victim Advocate Program (VOCA) Continuation Grant, requesting the continuation of funding of salary and benefits for two full-time Victim Advocate positions and two part-time employee positions (shared by five part-time employees) . In addition, grant funds will be used to assist with food, clothing, shelter and transportation for victims of violent crime. View Attachments (B 19-3) #15. Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: Afterschool Match Partnership Grant 2020 - YouthCity Afterschool and Summer Programs Grant, requesting to fund wages and benefits for seventeen (17) YouthCity Group Facilitator positions to maintain a maximum program staffing ratio of one adult to twelve youth (1 :12) for YouthCity afterschool and summer programs. View Attachments (B 19-3) #16 . Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: Foothills Trail System - Phase I - Recreation Trail - Non-motorized Trails , requesting to fund the design and construction of 6. 6 miles of trails in accordance with the Foothills Trail System Master Plan - Phase I. View Attachments (B 19-3) #17 . Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: 2020 Distracted Driving Prevention Program, requesting to fund overtime for officers to conduct distracted driving enforcement and education shifts, as well as the purchase of educational materials. In addition, the Police Department would participate in community outreach events reminding drivers of the dangers of distracted driving. View Attachments (B 19-3) #18 . Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: Summer Food Service Program - Youth Summer Snack Programs Continuation Grant, 19 - 7 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 4 , 2019 requesting to offset the costs of food and snacks purchased for children participating in summer programs. The Liberty Park, Ottinger Hall, Fairmont Park, Sorenson Unity Center, and the Northwest Teen Programs will all receive reimbursements through the State Office of Education based on qualified snack expenses. View Attachments (B 19-3) #19 . Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: 2020 Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program, requesting to fund officer overtime to conduct bicycle rodeos and crosswalk enforcement/education shifts, as well as to fund the purchase of youth helmets. View Attachments (B 19-3) #20 . Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: 2019 Target Community Grant Program, requesting to fund and support community outreach efforts during the annual 2019 Night Out Against Crime events. View Attachments (B 19-3) #21 . Accept public comment regarding Grant Application: U.S. Conference of Mayors - Better Cities for Pets, requesting to fund the development, design and implementation of a public education campaign aimed at pet owners, specifically dog owners, and others regarding on- leash ordinances, public park use, etiquette and pet owner responsibilities. View Attachments (B 19-3) Tanya Chapman talked about her child' s disabilities and how visiting the 4th Avenue Park provided a calming effect. She encouraged the Council to listen to residents . She spoke about the importance of victim advocacy and asked the Council to consider adding more positions . She also spoke in support of YouthCity programs . Councilmember Wharton moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to close the public hearing and refer Items 14 through 21 to a future Consent Agenda for action, which motion carried, all members voted aye . QUESTIONS TO THE MAYOR FROM THE CITY COUNCIL 8:28: 09 PM There were no questions . COMMENTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL 8:28: 46 PM Jim Webster spoke/submitted written comments reiterating concerns about paying an $850 permit fee for solar installation at his home . He 19 - 8 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 4 , 2019 talked about the building official not inspecting the roof/installation, roof damage caused by the installation, additional costs to repair roof and subsequent interior damage, and permit fees not supporting green initiatives/sustainability. He said permit fees were subsequently lowered to $200 and thought he should receive some compensation (along with others who paid the higher fee) . He further spoke in support of the Warm Springs proposal . George Chapman said something needed to be done to address the potential fire hazard along the east bench (scrub oak, underbrush) . He reiterated the need to review the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) study and 911 Dispatch audit before finalizing the annual budget (additional officers/dispatchers needed) . He spoke about the lack of women in leadership positions in the Police Department and the need to raise salaries for everyone (low salaries made it hard to hire/promote women) . Bernie Hart said during the past month and a half an organization he worked with was functioning at the Library and Police Station to help the homeless . He said a homeless lady named Maria volunteered to take over the Police Station program and had increased participation from 11 to 29 . He said after receiving State funding, she would be the first person hired to run their women' s program. He said they hoped to create a model of success for others to emulate. UNFINISHED BUSINESS #1 . 8:36:43 PM Adopting amendments to an ordinance relating to dogs in City parks and public spaces (Section 8. 04 . 390 & Section 15 . 08 . 070) . The proposed changes include corrections and improvements to the related ordinance adopted on April 23, 2019, including a process for designating future off-leash areas. View Attachment Councilmember Luke moved and Councilmember Johnston seconded to adopt Ordinance 21 of 2019, amending Section 8 . 04 .390, Salt Lake City Code, relating to animals running at large, and Section 15. 08 . 070, Salt Lake City Code, relating to interference with animals or fowls and control of animals, which motion carried, all members voted aye . (0 18-6) #2 . 8:37 :38 PM Adopting a resolution authorizing approval of an amended Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Salt Lake City Corporation and Salt Lake County providing for Salt Lake County to provide animal control services within Salt Lake City through September 30, 2019. Both City and County Administrations have agreed to the contract extension. View Attachment 19 - 9 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JUNE 4 , 2019 Councilmember Johnston moved and Councilmember Mendenhall seconded to adopt Resolution 14 of 2019, which motion carried, all members voted aye . (C 19-530) The meeting adjourned at 8 : 38 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 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 June 4, 2019 . sc 19 - 10