11/09/2021 - Work Session - MinutesThe City Council of Salt Lake City,Utah,met in Work Session on Tuesday,November 9,2021in an
Electronic Meeting,pursuant to the Chair’s determination.
The following Council Members were present:
Darin Mano,Dennis Faris,Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan
Present Legislative leadership:
Cindy Gust-Jenson,Executive Director;Jennifer Bruno,Deputy Director;Lehua Weaver,Associate
Deputy Director
Present Administrative leadership:
Mayor Erin Mendenhall;Rachel Otto,Chief of Staff;Lisa Shaffer,Chief Administrative Officer
Present City Staff:
Katherine Lewis –City Attorney,Ben Luedtke –Senior Public Policy Analyst,Nick Tarbet –Senior
Public Policy Analyst,Cindy Lou Trishman –City Recorder,Sam Owen –Public Policy Analyst,
Andrew Johnston –Director of Homelessness Policy and Outreach,Ben Kolendar –Economic
Development Director,Chief Mike Brown –Police Chief,Mary Beth Thompson –Chief Financial
Officer,Taylor Hill –City Council Staff,Michelle Barney –Minutes &Records Clerk,Allison
Rowland –Council Staff,Lindsey Nikola –Mayor's Office Staff,Paul Nielson –Senior City
Attorney,Nick Norris –Planning Director,Felicity Henderson –Council Staff,Hannah Vickery
–Senior City Attorney,Beatrix Sieger –Council Staff,Sophia Nicholas –Sustainability Deputy
Director
Full Meeting Audio
Meeting Packet Material
Council Member Fowler presided at and conducted the meeting.
The meeting was called to order at 2:00 pm
Work Session Items
MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday,November 9,2021
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1.Informational:Updates from the Administration ~2:00 p.m.
30 min.
The Council will receive an update from the Administration on major items or projects,
including but not limited to:
•COVID-19,the March 2020 Earthquake,and the September 2020 Windstorm;
•Updates on relieving the condition of people experiencing homelessness;
•Police Department work,projects,and staffing,etc.;and
•Other projects or updates.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Recurring Briefing
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Rachel Otto reviewed the COVID 19 statistics for the state,including clinic times and dates.
Andrew Johnston reviewed current homelessness statistics in the City,shelter
occupancy,outreach,cleaning and abatement,and the role of the State Homeless Coalition
in helping with homelessness throughout the state.He stated the Coalition was currently
looking for additional locations for over flow beds.
Chief Mike Brown reviewed the crime control plan,goals for the department,the
importance of hiring officers and the incentives new hires were receiving to entice them to the
department.He reviewed the expansion of the vehicle take home policy (60 miles),the
Community Reestablishment Program,the Violent Crimes Task Force,the Police Civilian
Response Team,Call Diversion,the Online Reporting program,the Business Community
Engagement Officer,and the October response times for the department.
The Council and Staff discussed the consideration of the allotted budget for the development
and adequate hiring for qualified individuals for the Civil Response Team.
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Tuesday,November 9,2021
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2.Informational:Updates on Racial Equity and Policing ~2:30 p.m.
15 min.
The Council will hold a discussion about recent efforts on various projects City staff are
working on related to racial equity and policing in the City.The conversation may include
issues of community concern about race,equity,and justice in relation to law enforcement
policies,procedures,budget,and ordinances.Discussion may include:
•An update or report on the Commission on Racial Equity in Policing;and
•Other project updates or discussion.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Recurring Briefing
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Item not held.
3.Informational:American Rescue Plan Act Funding Proposal ~2:45 p.m.
45 min.
The Council will receive a briefing about the proposal of the American Rescue Plan Act
(ARPA)funding.The ARPA funding proposal focuses on ensuring the recovery and
revitalization of the City,and prepare for equitable response for future waves of the disease.
The administration proposes to launch this funding with specific branding and a community-
facing dashboard for accountability,similar to the Funding Our Future initiative.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Mayor Mendenhall reviewed the purpose of the American Rescue Plan Act program,Park
Ranger program,Community Grants,West Side Community Land Initiative,Rapid
Intervention Team and the Revenue Loss and Salary Restoration proposals.
The Council and Mayor discussed future funding for the Park Ranger program,the
Community Grant pool,and funding for Affordable Housing.
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Tuesday,November 9,2021
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4.Informational:Sorenson Impact Center Social Investment Study and
Recommendations Follow-up ~3:30 p.m.
20 min.
The Council will receive a follow-up briefing about the Sorenson Impact Center Social
Investment study and recommendations.This requests the approval of $150,000 for Phase II
and $10m from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)in a restricted account contingent upon
delivery of Phase II and approval to release the funds with a goal of driving equitable economic
development in Salt Lake City.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,October 19,2021 and Tuesday,November 9,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Jennifer Bruno reviewed the request and the conditions for funding,including the
allowance of $150,000 from the general fund for the allowance of continued work by the
investment study to resolve the questions from the Council prior to the allocation from the
American Rescue Plan Act Funding.She included that discussion from Council Members
included the desire to have on the record an assurance that investment of the partners would
not be impacted,noting that the conditions are included in the associated staff report.
Ben Kolendar and Rachel Otto provided comments on the proposal.
Janis Dubno,Sorenson Impact Center,noted there will be tracking measurements for the
outcome included in the investment study,and the development of a sustainability plan is
critical to the funding strategy,in addition to other potential partnerships through
philanthropic and social impact investors who are provided metrics on the results.
Council and Staff discussed the Salt Lake City’s involvement and why other Cities were not
investing in the program,operation,funding,measurements of generational impact,
examples of similar programs the Council could review,investment payout metrics and
funding,the advantages of the proposed program model and possible partnerships for
the early childhood development program.
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Tuesday,November 9,2021
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5.Tentative Break ~3:50 p.m.
20 min.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -n/a
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
New Council Staff and Interns were introduced.
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Tuesday,November 9,2021
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6.Ordinance:Budget Amendment No.4 for Fiscal Year 2021-22 ~4:10 p.m.
75 min.
The Council will receive a briefing about an ordinance that would amend the final budget of
Salt Lake City,including the employment staffing document,for Fiscal Year 2021-22.Budget
amendments happen several times each year to reflect adjustments to the City’s budgets,
including proposed project additions and modifications.This amendment includes creating a
new Community Health Access Team or CHAT program,creating a new park ranger pilot
program,several items to spend American Rescue Plan Act or ARPA funds including a new
Westside perpetual housing fund,one-time community grants for non-profits and
businesses,and additional funding for the Community Commitment Program,among other
items.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,November 16,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,December 7,2021
Minutes:
Ben Luedtke,Mary Beth Thompson and Sophia Nicholas reviewed the following:
•Public comment period for the proposal
•Sales tax revenue for the end of Fiscal Year 2021
•ARPA Holding Account
•A-1 Risk Excess Liability and Cyber Insurance Costs
•A-2:Department of Air Quality Lawnmower Exchange
•A-3:COVID-19 Safe Building Improvements
•A-5:Community Health Access Team Program Vehicles
•A-6:Non-Represented Employees’Job Salary Survey
•A-7:Sugar House Special Assessment Area Analysis
•A-8:Sorenson Impact Center Social Investment Study-Phase II Funding
•A-10:Community Health Access Team (CHAT)Program Personnel Transfer
•A-11:Rose Park Golf Course Water and Energy Efficiency Grant
•A-12:Public Lands Park Ranger Pilot Program
The Council and Staff discussed the projected sales tax revenue for Fiscal Year 2022
budget,the Air Quality Exchange program,access to the City and County
Building,Community Health Access Team (CHAT),the Sugarhouse Special Assessment area,
and the Rose Park Golf Course Water and Energy Efficiency Grant.
Unanimous Straw Polls to approve the following items:
•A-5:Community Health Access Team Program Vehicles
•A-6:Non-Represented Employees’Job Salary Survey
•A-10:Community Health Access Team (CHAT)Program Personnel Transfer
•A-11:Rose Park Golf Course Water and Energy Efficiency Grant
Due to time constraints,item A-12 would be discussed at the November 16 meeting.
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Tuesday,November 9,2021
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7.Resolution:Master Lease Agreement -JP Morgan Chase Bank ~5:25 p.m.
10 min.
The Council will receive a briefing about a resolution that would authorize the approval of a
Municipal Master Lease Agreement between Salt Lake City Corporation and JP Morgan
Chase Bank,N.A.regarding vehicle leasing and purchasing services.The City may enter into
lease agreements up to $7M,not to exceed an aggregate of $35M over the five-year term of
the agreement.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,November 16,2021
Minutes:
Ben Luedtke and Mary Beth Thompson reviewed the lease of the JP Morgan Chase Bank
building.
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Tuesday,November 9,2021
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8.Resolution:Annexation at approximately Rose Park Lane and 2350
North (Hunter Stables)~5:35 p.m.
20 min.
The Council will receive a briefing about the Hunter Stables annexation application and petition
located at approximately Rose Park Lane and 2350 North.The City Council has 14 days from
the date of receipt by the Recorder’s office to accept or deny the Petition,which includes the
application.If no action is taken within the 14-day window,the Petition will be considered
accepted.Accepting the Petition is not approval of the annexation request.Acceptance begins
the next step in the annexation process which includes notices sent to property owners,a
protest period and the final consideration by the Council.The designation of the zoning of the
property will be considered throughout the process and defined in the ordinance considered by
the Council.The Council has the option to request Planning Commission review the petition in
their public meeting,and forward a recommendation on the proposed annexation and zoning.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Minutes:
Nick Tarbet reviewed the proposed annexation at approximately Rose Park Lane and 2350
North (Hunter Stables).
The Council and Staff discussed utility services and zoning regulations.
Jason Boal,representing the applicant,reviewed the purpose of the annexation and how it
would benefit the property.
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Tuesday,November 9,2021
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9.Board Appointment:Parks,Natural Lands,Urban Forestry and Trails
(PNUT)Advisory Board –Clayton Scrivner ~6:00 p.m.
5 min.
The Council will interview Clayton Scrivner prior to considering appointment to the PNUT
Board for a term ending November 9,2024.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Minutes:
Interview was held.Councilmember Fowler said Clayton Scrivner’s name was on the Consent
Agenda for formal consideration.
10.Board Appointment:Parks,Natural Lands,Urban Forestry and
Trails (PNUT)Advisory Board –Nathan Manuel ~5:55 p.m.
5 min.
The Council will interview Nathan Manuel prior to considering appointment to the PNUT
Board for a term ending November 9,2024.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Minutes:
Interview was held.Councilmember Fowler said Nathan Manuel’s name was on the Consent
Agenda for formal consideration.
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Tuesday,November 9,2021
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11.Council District One Vacancy Applicant Interviews ~6:05 p.m.
25 min.
The Council will interview applicants for the vacant Council District One seat.Each
applicant will have up to five minutes to speak to the Council on topics of their choice.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,November 9,2021
Minutes:
Due to a scheduling conflict,the Council heard from Richard Barnes at 2:30 p.m.
Richard Barnes provided personal experience and background information,and
reasoning as to why he felt he would serve well as a member of the City Council.
Remaining interviews began at 6:00 p.m.
Blake Perez reviewed his campaign positions,thanked the staff and personnel who helped
with his campaign,and requested his name be removed from the list of applicants.He
expressed his desire to see better housing,homeless services,air quality and equality
in District One.
Jahn Curran thanked the Council for their service.
Victoria Petro-Eschler stated it was great that the Council had hard data to base their
decision to fill the vacancy,and said she was eager to start working with the City Council.
Council Members conducted a straw poll vote with a unanimous selection to appoint
Victoria Petro-Eschler as the new District One Councilmember.
Councilmember Fowler stated a resolution representing the straw poll vote would be
presented during the formal meeting.
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Tuesday,November 9,2021
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Standing Items
12.Report of the Chair and Vice Chair
Report of Chair and Vice Chair;
•New Staff and Intern Introductions.
Minutes:
Staff and intern introductions were made during the break.
13.Report and Announcements from the Executive Director
Report of the Executive Director,including a review of Council information items and
announcements.The Council may give feedback or staff direction on any item related to City
Council business,including but not limited to scheduling items.
Minutes:
A.Council School Board Leadership Meeting
The Council/School Board leadership is scheduled to meet on Friday,November 19,
2021.
Please let Council staff know if you have any topics you wish to have on
the agenda for leadership to discuss.Redistricting is a topic that has
been suggested by Council staff.
No discussion was held.
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Tuesday,November 9,2021
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14.Tentative Closed Session
The Council will consider a motion to enter into Closed Session.A closed meeting described
under Section 52-4-205 may be held for specific purposes including,but not limited to:
a.discussion of the character,professional competence,or physical or mental health of
an individual;
b.strategy sessions to discuss collective bargaining;
c.strategy sessions to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation;
d.strategy sessions to discuss the purchase,exchange,or lease of real property,
including any form of a water right or water shares,if public discussion of the transaction
would:
(i)disclose the appraisal or estimated value of the property under consideration;
or
(ii)prevent the public body from completing the transaction on the best possible
terms;
e.strategy sessions to discuss the sale of real property,including any form of a water
right or water shares,if:
(i)public discussion of the transaction would:
(A)disclose the appraisal or estimated value of the property under
consideration;or
(B)prevent the public body from completing the transaction on the best
possible terms;
(ii)the public body previously gave public notice that the property would be
offered for sale;and
(iii)the terms of the sale are publicly disclosed before the public body approves
the sale;
f.discussion regarding deployment of security personnel,devices,or systems;and
g.investigative proceedings regarding allegations of criminal misconduct.
A closed meeting may also be held for attorney-client matters that are privileged pursuant to
Utah Code §78B-1-137,and for other lawful purposes that satisfy the pertinent requirements of
the Utah Open and Public Meetings Act.
Minutes:
Closed session began at 6:32 p.m.
Council Members in attendance:Ana Valdemoros,Chris Wharton,Dan Dugan,Darin
Mano,Dennis Faris,Amy Fowler.
City Staff Present:Allison Rowland,Andrew Johnston,Ben Luedtke,Cindy Gust-
Jenson,Erin Mendenhall,Felicity Henderson,Hannah Vickery,Jennifer
Bruno,Katherine Lewis,Lehua Weaver,Lindsey Nikola,Lisa Shaffer,Nick Tarbet,Paul
Nielson,Rachel Otto,Sam Owen,Cindy Lou Trishman,Taylor Hill,Beatrix Sieger,and Nick
Norris.
Councilmember Wharton moved,and Councilmember Dugan seconded to exit the closed
session.A roll call vote was held,all present voted Aye.(Valdemoros,Mano,Dugan,Faris,
Wharton,Fowler)
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Closed Session ended at 7:18 pm
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Wharton,seconded by Councilmember Dugan to enter into
Closed Session for attorney-client matters pursuant to Utah Code 78B-1-137,
for the advice of Counsel.
AYE:Darin Mano,Dennis Faris,Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Chris Wharton,Daniel
Dugan
Final Result:6 –0 Pass
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Meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
Minutes Approved:December 7,2021
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City Council Chair
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City Recorder
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Amy Fowler (Feb 3, 2022 10:12 MST)
Cindy Trishman (Feb 3, 2022 21:54 MST)
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