11/10/2015 - Formal Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2015
The City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, met in Regular Session on
Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at 7 : 18 p.m. in Room 315, Council Chambers,
City County Building, 451 South State .
The following Council Members were present :
Charlie Luke Stan Penfold Luke Garrott
James Rogers Kyle LaMalfa Erin Mendenhall
Lisa Adams
Cindy Gust-Jenson, Executive Council Director; Nichol Bourdeaux,
Mayor' s Deputy Chief of Staff; Margaret Plane, City Attorney; and Kory
Solorio, Assistant City Recorder; were present .
Councilmember Garrott presided at and conducted the meeting.
OPENING CEREMONY
#1 . 7 :18:46 PM The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Girl Scout Troop
#2492 .
#2 . 7 :23:03 PM Adopting a Joint Resolution with Mayor Becker urging
Congress to pass legislation that would levy a revenue-neutral fee on
the carbon in fossil fuels .
The Resolution was read by Councilmember Mendenhall and presented
to the Citizens Climate Lobby, Utah Section .
Councilmember Adams moved and Councilmember LaMalfa seconded to
adopt Resolution 41 of 2015, which motion carried, all members voted
aye .
(R 15-1)
#3 . 7 :28 :35 PM Councilmember Rogers moved and Councilmember
Penfold seconded to approve the minutes of the following Salt Lake
City Council meetings , which motion carried, all members voted aye .
• October 13, 2015 Work Session
• October 20 , 2015 Work Session
• October 20 , 2015 Formal Meeting
(M 15-4) (M 15-3)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
#1 . 7 :30 :19 PM Accept public comment on applications submitted for
the following grants : View Attachments
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I . Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) , $16, 040
2. Safe Neighborhoods/Just in Time Kits Emergency Management
Performance Grant (EMPG) Project Grant $10, 891
3. Safe Routes to school program (up to $500, 000)
4. Our Town (Urban Arts Festival-Regent Street) $55, 000
5. Jordan River Trail Gap Project, $500, 000
6. Three Creeks Confluence Phase II (Jordan River & Utah Lake)
$24,238
7. Farmers Market Promotion Program FY 2015 $54, 421
Councilmember Mendenhall moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to
close the public hearing and refer action to a future Consent Agenda,
which motion carried, all members voted aye.
(B 15-4)
#2 . 7:31:05 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting an
ordinance that would amend Salt Lake City Code relating to off street
parking regulations (amending Chapter 21A. 44) pursuant to Petition No.
PLNPCM2015-00430 . Under the proposal : View Attachments
• one parking space would be required per unit in mixed use and
multifamily developments in the following zoning districts: CB—
Community Business, CN—Neighborhood Commercial, R-MU-35 -
Residential/Mixed Use District and R-MU-45 - Residential/Mixed
Use District. Currently, those zoning districts only require a
half space per unit.
• maximum parking allowances would be removed for the M-1-Light
Manufacturing, M-2—Heavy Manufacturing and BP—Business Park
zoning districts, which are generally located west of Redwood
Road;
• language regarding Transportation Demand Management would be
clarified; and
• text and formatting changes will be made to provide clarity.
Related provisions of Title 21A, Zoning, may also be amended as part
of this petition. (Petitioner Mayor Ralph Becker)
Judi Short, Cindy Cromer, Steve Price, and George Chapman spoke
in opposition of the proposed ordinance amending off street parking
regulations .
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to
close the public hearing and defer action to a future meeting.
Councilmember Garrott said discussion would be continued because
there was a temporary land use regulation regarding this item that
would expire in February.
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Nick Tarbet, Council Public Policy Analyst, said the temporary
land use ordinance that had been addressed was for the conditional
building site design review and did not pertain to off street parking
regulations .
Councilmember Garrott called for the question, which motion
carried, all members voted aye.
(P 15-24)
#3 . 7:47:32 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting an
ordinance that would amend the zoning map pertaining to properties
located at 1022 East 800 South and 1026 East 800 South to rezone said
properties from R-2—Single and Two Family Residential to RMF-30—Low
Density Multi-Family Residential pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2014-
00907 . Under the proposal, a parking lot that serves an existing
apartment building would be relocated. Although the applicant has
requested that the properties be zoned RMF-30-Low Density Multi-Family
Residential, consideration may be given to rezoning the properties to
another zoning district with similar characteristics. (Petitioner
Rocky Mountain Power)
Laurie Roberts spoke in favor of rezoning the properties .
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to
close the public hearing and defer action to a future meeting, which
motion carried, all members voted aye .
(P 15-25)
#4 . 7:49:33 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting an
ordinance that would amend various section of the Salt Lake City Code
pertaining to breweries, small breweries and brewpubs (amending Title
21A) pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2015-00151 . The changes would
address: View Attachments
• the difference between small craft breweries and large industrial
breweries;
• the definition of brewpub;
• where breweries and brewpubs may be located in the City;
• inconsistencies in zoning interpretations related to breweries
and brewpubs; and
• consistency with state code.
(Petitioner Mayor Ralph Becker)
George Chapman spoke in opposition of the proposed ordinance
amendment pertaining to breweries, small breweries, and brewpubs .
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Tim Dwyer, Steve Tobias , Rob Phillips, Joshua (last name not
provided) , Steve Christensen, Bryson Thomas, and Abby Doll spoke in
favor of the proposed ordinance amendment pertaining to breweries,
small breweries, and brewpubs .
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember LaMalfa seconded to
close the public hearing, suspend the rules , and adopt the ordinance.
Councilmember Garrott asked if all the recent updates were in the
ordinance .
Russell Weeks, Council Senior Public Policy Analyst, said the
ordinance before Council was the original one submitted and it did not
include the changes that were recently discussed.
A substitute motion was made by Councilmember Rogers and seconded
by Councilmember Mendenhall to close the public hearing and refer this
item to a later date, which motion carried, all members voted aye .
(P 15-21)
POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
#1 . 8:00:42 PM Adopting an ordinance that would change the zoning
for two properties on 600 South pursuant to Petition Nos . PLNPCM2014-
00832 and PLNPCM2014-00833 . Currently, the properties feature a duplex
and a retail store. The changes would allow the petitioner to tear
down the commercial space and build a 3-story mixed-use building
• 563 East 600 South - rezone from RMF-35 - Residential Multi-
Family to R-MU-35 Residential/Mixed Use. The proposal would also
amend the Central Community Master Plan Future Land Use Map to
Medium Density Resident/Mixed Use.
• 567 East 600 South - rezone from CN - Neighborhood Commercial to
R-MU-35 to Residential/Mixed Use. Although the applicant has
requested that the properties be rezoned to R-MU-35 -
Residential/Mixed Use, consideration may be given to rezoning the
properties to another zoning district with similar
characteristics. (Petitioner Ernesto Gutierrez)
Councilmember Garrott said the Council requested a development
agreement regarding the proposed project at the previous work session
meeting and asked Staff for a summary of that process .
Mr. Tarbet stated the property owner' s representative was
supportive of the development agreement and presented it to the
property owner. He said the property owner emailed Staff and indicated
support of the development agreement which limited the properties to
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35-feet in height .
Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Mendenhall seconded
to adopt Ordinance 59 of 2015 pursuant to Petition Nos . PLNPCM2014-
00832 and PLNPCM2014-00833, subject to the Administration and
petitioner entering into a development agreement to be recorded
against the properties, that requires : 1) a maximum building height of
35' 2) the petitioner shall prepare the development agreement in a form
that is satisfactory to the City Attorney.
Councilmember Garrott called for the question, which motion
carried, all members voted aye .
(P 15-20)
#2 . 8:03:20 PM Adopting an ordinance amending the City' s Zoning
Ordinance pertaining to small solar energy collection systems in
historic districts and at landmark sites (amending Section
21A. 40 . 190 .B) pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2014-00883 . The proposed
changes would allow City staff to approve applications for solar panel
installations - except when they are proposed to be located on the
front facade directly adjacent to the public right-of way. Currently,
all applications must be reviewed and approved by the Historic
Landmark Commission, regardless of panel location. Related provisions
of Title 21A- Zoning may also be amended as part of this petition.
(Petitioner- Mayor Ralph Becker) .
Councilmember Luke moved and Councilmember Rogers seconded to
adopt Ordinance 60 of 2015 amending the Salt Lake City Code pertaining
to small solar energy collection systems, pursuant to Petition No.
PLNPCM2014-00883, which motion carried, all members voted aye .
(P 15-19)
#3 . 8:03:55 PM Adopting an ordinance amending Section 15 . 08 . 020 of
the Salt Lake City Code relating to park use hours for the East Bench
Preserve. The proposal would specify that the East Bench Preserve (H-
Rock) located at 2795 East 2100 South would be closed between the
hours of ten o 'clock (10: 00) P.M. and five o 'clock (5: 00) A.M. the
following morning.
Councilmember Luke moved and Councilmember seconded to adopt
Ordinance 61 of 2015 amending Section 15 . 08 . 020 of the Salt Lake City
Code relating to park use hours for the East Bench Preserve. The
proposal would specify that the East Bench Preserve (2795 East 2100
South) would be closed between the hours of ten o' clock (10 : 00) P.M.
and five o' clock (5 : 00) A.M. the following morning, which motion
carried, all members voted aye .
(0 15-13)
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#4 . 8 :05:06 PM Adopting an ordinance amending the zoning map and
master plan pertaining to a portion of the Forest Dale Golf Course
property located at approximately 2425 South 900 East Street to rezone
a portion of that property from OS - Open Space to PL-2 - Public Lands
and amend the Sugar House Master Plan Future Land Use Map pursuant to
Petition Nos . PLNPCM2014-00882 and PLNPCM2014-00881 . The zoning
changes would allow for a fire station to be built on the property.
The property is currently hard surfaced and being used for salt
storage by the City. Although the properties are proposed to be
rezoned to PL-2 - Public Lands, consideration may be given to rezoning
the properties to another zoning district with similar
characteristics. (Petitioner Mayor Ralph Becker)
Councilmember Mendenhall moved and Councilmember Adams seconded
to adopt Ordinance 62 of 2015 amending the zoning map and master plan
pertaining to a portion of the Forest Dale Golf Course property
located at approximately 2425 South 900 East Street, pursuant to
Petition Nos . PLNPCM2014-00881 & PLNPCM2014-00882, which motion
carried, all members voted aye .
(P 15-18)
#5 . 8 :05:50 PM Approving a proposal from the Mayor of Salt Lake
City to transfer certain Open Space Lands owned by Salt Lake City
located at Forest Dale Golf Course at approximately 2425 South 900
East for $296,000 . 00 for future use as the new Fire Station No. 3 . The
property is currently hard surfaced and being used for salt storage by
the City. After the public hearing, the Council may conduct an
advisory vote expressing either support or opposition to the proposal .
Councilmember Adams moved and Councilmember Luke seconded that
the Council conduct an advisory vote expressing support to transfer
land from the City' s open space inventory, for a fire station at
approximately 2425 South 900 East, which motion carried, all members
present voted aye .
(P 15-18)
8 :07 :55 PM COMMENTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Douglas Cotant spoke about the rudeness of people .
Logan Mitchell, Bill Barron, Cate Dolan Mitchell, and Nash Hall
all spoke in favor of the resolution adopted by Council urging
Congress to pass legislation that would levy a revenue-neutral fee on
the carbon in fossil fuels and thanked the Council for their support .
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
#1 . 8:12 :47 PM Adopting a resolution recognizing Trujillo, Peru as
a Sister City to Salt Lake City. The cities have had a Friendship City
relationship since 2005. Sister Cities share a broad-based, long-term
partnership to advance peace and prosperity through cultural
exchanges.
Councilmember Mendenhall moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to
adopt Resolution 39 of 2015 recognizing Trujillo, Peru and Salt Lake
City as Sister Cities, which motion carried, all members voted aye .
(R 15-12)
#2 . 8:13:25 PM Adopting a resolution that would authorize the
approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Salt Lake City
Corporation and Salt Lake County for a contribution of Tourism,
Recreation, Cultural, Convention (TRCC) Funds . The funds would be used
to offset a portion of the salary of the Executive Director of the
Utah Performing Arts Center Agency.
Councilmember Rogers moved and Councilmember Mendenhall seconded
to adopt Resolution 40 of 2015 pertaining to the Interlocal Agreement
as described in the agenda, which motion carried, all members voted
aye .
(C 15-874)
CONSENT
8:13:49 PM Councilmember LaMalfa moved and Councilmember Penfold
seconded to adopt the Consent Agenda, which motion carried, all
members voted aye .
#1 . Approve the appointment of Eva Rinaldi to the City and
County Building Conservancy and Use Committee for a term extending
through July 30, 2019 .
(I 15-17)
#2 . Approve the transfer of the following grant projects and
establish a project budget for the grants to be confirmed in a formal
budget opening (associated with Budget Amendment No . 2) .
a . US Department of Justice, 2015 Bureau of Justice Assistance Grant
(JAG)
b . State of Utah, The Utah Highway Safety Office, Pedestrian and
Bicycle Safety Program
c . US Department of Justice - COPS Community Policing Development
Grant
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d. Utah Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice (CCJJ) , State
Asset Forfeiture Grant (SAFG)
(B 15-4)
The meeting adjourned at 8 : 14 p.m.
Council Chair
City Recorder
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This document along with the digital recording constitute the
official minutes of the Salt Lake City Council Regular Session meeting
held November 10, 2015 .
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