03/16/2021 - Formal Meeting - MinutesThe City Council of Salt Lake City,Utah,met in Formal Session on Tuesday,March 16,2021 in
an Electronic Meeting,pursuant to the Chair’s determination and Salt Lake City Emergency
Proclamation No.2 of 2020(2)(b).
The following Council Members were present:
Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,Darin Mano,
James Rogers
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,Cindy Lou Trishman –City Recorder,DeeDee Robinson
–Deputy City Recorder,Brian Fullmer –Constituent Liaison,Policy Analyst,Nick Tarbet
–Senior Public Policy Analyst,Robert Nutzman –Administrative Assistant,Russell Weeks
–Senior Advisor,Sylvia Richards –Public Policy Analyst,Lindsey Nikola –Communications
Director,Office of the Mayor,Keith Reynolds –Deputy City Recorder,Isaac Canedo –Council
Staff
Council Member Andrew Johnston presided at and conducted the meeting.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm
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A.OPENING CEREMONY:
1.Council Member Andrew Johnston will conduct the formal meetings.
Minutes:
Council Member Johnston opened the meeting and welcomed those in attendance.
2.Pledge of Allegiance.
Minutes:
The pledge of allegience text and image of the flag was displayed on the screen during a
moment of silence.
3.Welcome and Public Meeting Rules.
Minutes:
Council Member Johnston turned the time over to Council Member Dugan to
acknowledge the passing and work of former Council Member Roslyn Kirk who served in
District Six from 1985-1996.In addition to leadership on the Council and RDA,her
accomplishments included the Fire Station at Research Park,the Anderson Library,This
is the Place Monument,Wasatch Hollow Park,and first donation of the Open Space Land
Trust.Council Member Dugan quoted a newspaper article about Roslyn stating “she was
the most effective City Council Member I’ve worked with;a facilitator with a strong sense
of fairness.She made tough decisions,was delightful and was a voice for the less
fortunate.”Council Member Dugan read her obituary and extended appreciation for her
life and legay.
Council Member Johnston stated he would read the rules of decorum before opening the
Public Hearings.
4.The Council will approve the work session meeting minutes of Tuesday,May 12,
2020;Tuesday,May 26,2020;and Thursday,May 28,2020 as well as the formal
meeting minutes of Tuesday,January 5,2021 and Tuesday,January 19,2021.
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Fowler,seconded by Councilmember Wharton to approve the
Work Session minutes of Tuesday,May 12,2020;Tuesday,May 26,2020;
Tuesday,May 28,2020 and Formal Meeting minutes of Tuesday,January 5,
2021 and Tuesday,January 19,2021.
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AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,
Darin Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
B.PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Items B1-B3 will be heard as one public hearing
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1.Grant Application:Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Grant Fiscal Year
2022-27 –East Downtown 200 South Transit Hub
The Council will accept public comment for a grant application request from the
Transportation Division to the Wasatch Front Regional Council.If awarded,this
grant would fund construction of an East Downtown 200 South Transit Hub for
bus parking/layover infrastructure to accommodate commuter needs and first and
last-mile connections.The hub will also include bus parking,curb extensions,mid-
block pedestrian crossings,bike lanes,and improved intersections for bicyclists.
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 -Tuesday,March 16,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Staff Recommendation -Close and refer to future consent agenda.
2.Grant Application:Assistance to Firefighters Grant –Fire Equipment
Purchase
The Council will accept public comment for a grant application request from the
Fire Department to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).If
awarded,the grant would fund eight apparatus mounted extrication equipment.
The new equipment replaces old and obsolete equipment currently in use.The
Department is also requesting eight battery operated ventilation fans to replace
the existing gas-powered units.
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 -Tuesday,March 16,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Staff Recommendation -Close and refer to future consent agenda.
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3.Grant Application:Justice Court Implementation Lab Initiative –
Online Virtual Platform Tool
The Council will accept public comment for a grant application request from the
Salt Lake City Justice Court to the National Center for State Courts.If awarded,
the grant would be used for a virtual platform that allows individuals charged with
class B and C misdemeanors and infractions to take care of the initial steps of their
cases virtually without having to go to the courthouse.
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 -Tuesday,March 16,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Staff Recommendation -Close and refer to future consent agenda.
Minutes:
Sylvia Richards provided an introduction to the grant applications for Congestion
Mitigation Air Quality Grant for Fiscal Year 2022-27 –East Downtown 200 South Transit
Hub,Assistance to Firefighters Grant-Fire Equipment Purchase,and Justice Court
Implementation Lab Initiative –Online Virtual Platform.
George Chapman spoke in opposition to the bus garage on 200 East (Congestion Air
Quality Grant –East Downtown 200 South Transit)stating the $400,000 grant
funding would be better used to provide $1 fares for SLC residents.
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Wharton,seconded by Councilmember Fowler to close the
public hearing and refer the items B1-B3 to a future consent agenda for
action.
AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,
Darin Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
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4.Ordinance:Library Budget Amendment No.1 for Fiscal Year 2020-21
The Council will accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance to
amend the budget for the Library Fund for Fiscal Year 2020-21.Budget
amendments happen several times each year to reflect adjustments to the City’s
budgets,including proposed project additions and modifications.The proposed
amendment includes funding to complete the Library’s Master Facilities Plan,a
grant to increase digital access to underserved populations in the City,for
earthquake repairs to the Main Library Branch,and Sprague Branch renovations,
among other changes.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,February 9,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,February 16,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,March 16,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,April 6,2021
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
Minutes:
Russell Weeks presented the Library Budget Amendment No.1 for Fiscal Year
2020-2021.
No comments or discussion.
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Rogers,seconded by Councilmember Wharton to close the
Public Hearing and defer action to a later date.
AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,
Darin Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
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5.Ordinance:Zoning Text Amendments for Off-street Parking
The Council will accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance
that would amend various sections of the Salt Lake City Code pertaining to off-
street parking regulations.The proposal would:
•Update parking requirements to better reflect demand;
•Simplify parking regulations;
•Address technical issues in enforcement;and
•Establish a responsive ordinance to the City’s changing development patterns.
Other sections of Title 21A –Zoning may also be amended as part of this
petition.Petition No.:PLNPCM2017-00753
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,February 16,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,February 16,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,March 16,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -TBD
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
Minutes:
Russell Weeks presented the zoning text amendments for off-street parking.
Ron Temu spoke to issues with parking around his property (church)and the need to
discuss the development with the Mayor and zoning team.
Jen Colby spoke in favor of the ordinance stating there were good elements but didn’t
believe it was ready for Council action adding a bicycle safe network was needed.
Devin O’Donnel expressed approval of the increased bike parking and the reduction of
car use,accessibility issues needed to be addressed,concerned parking was being
reduced to create more development,off-street parking was an issue in his neighborhood,
the cost of parking downtown was expensive and an deterrent to people visiting
downtown.
Brenda Scheer stated the ordinance simplified all of the parking requirements in the
City independent of the zoning requirements and was supportive of the bike parking.
George Chapman spoke in opposition to the proposal stating the plan would
make parking worse and re-emphasized public transit needs;additionally he requested
the parking study be presented and reviewed prior to ordinance approval.
Zachary Dussault spoke in opposition of the proposal stating it did not address the
long-term issues for transportation solutions outside of the traditional car.
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Austin Taylor spoke in favor of the off-street parking reduction requirements,reviewed
the cost to construct parking structures,sharing that parking indirectly impacts the lower
income residents of the City.
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Rogers,seconded by Councilmember Fowler to close the
Public Hearing and defer action to a later date.
AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,
Darin Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
6.Ordinance:Text Amendments to the RMF-30 Low Density Multi-
Family Residential Zoning District
The Council will accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that
would amend the RMF-30 (Low Density Multi-Family Residential)Zoning
District and corresponding sections of Salt Lake City’s Zoning Ordinance.The
changes aim to remove zoning barriers to multi-family housing developments in
RMF-30 zoned areas of the City.Proposed changes include:
1.Introducing design standards for all new development;
2.Allowing the construction of new building types including sideways row
houses,cottage developments,and tiny houses;
3.Reducing minimum lot area requirements per unit;
4.Removing lot width minimum requirements;
5.Allowing more than one primary structure on a lot;
6.Granting a density bonus for the retention of an existing structure;and
7.Introducing a lot width maximum to discourage land banking.
Related sections of Title 21A –Zoning may also be amended as part of this
petition.Petition No.:PLNPCM2019-00313
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,September 1,2020 and Tuesday,March 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,September 1,2020 and Tuesday,March 2,
2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,October 6,2020;Tuesday,
October 20,2020;and Tuesday,March 16,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -TBD
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
Minutes:
Nick Tarbet provided an introduction to the ordinance for text amendments to the
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RMF-30 low density multi-family residential zoning district.
Sarah Balland spoke in opposition to any type of rezoning or development
ordinances resulting in consequences to the west side,specifically related to housing
displacement,affordability and sustainable growth.
Ean Daxter spoke in opposition to the amendments sharing that affordable housing
was dismissed in the proposal,expressed concern about the ongoing rental rate issues and
lack of family housing.
Paula Mendoza spoke in opposition to the amendments,requesting explicit
provisions for affordable housing must be prioritized and enforced.
Eli Kauffman spoke in opposition of the ordinance,requesting inclusion of affordable
housing for individuals that make minimum wage.
Beverly Hill offered a solution for the property between 800-900 South/300-400 West,
to begin a tiny home location allowing people to live with dignity and safety;and
starting GAVE (Greener Acres Village Environment).
Jen Colby spoke in opposition to the ordinance.
David Amott stated the RMF 30 proposal was a well-intended starth,but at present may
inadvertently incentivize the demolition of older homes.
Emma Gleave stated she agreed with comments stated prior.
Cindy Cromer gave a history of the changes to the RMF 30 zone,stated the ordinance
would increase the value of property and therefore the cost of housing,would change the
character of diverse neighborhoods and concluded that the City needed a policy
regarding displacement of residents.
Tina Balderrama asked the City Council to help drive the creation of affordable housing
and prevent anything that could deplete the housing stock.
Brenda Scheer recommended approval of the ordinance,with the addition
of inclusionary zoning and requirement of affordable housing by developers.
Zachary Dussault expressed general support of the amendment and added the need
for land use reform is necessary to allow different types of housing in Salt Lake City.
Madeline Glenn spoke in opposition to the proposal,specifically the impact to low
income families,asked the Council to reject the amendments with approval contingent on
affordable housing.
George Chapman stated the staff should return with inclusionary zoning and affordable
housing added to the existing proposal.
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Devin O’Donnel spoke to the intention of the ordinance stating it meant well but lacked
the affordable aspect.
Martha Castillo spoke to the need of including affordable housing in the ordinance.
Tressa Marre stated it was important to prioritize affordability.
Annie Lim reiterated the need to include affordable housing in the ordinance.
Monica Hilding spoke to prioritizing affordable housing in all zoning decisions,
concerned the amendments would be detrimental to historic neighborhoods.
Qiru Cantua spoke to the development of the Westside and the increase in housing costs
that are driving people out of their homes.
Carrie Marsh spoke to the lack of options for affordable housing for families and the
need to keep preservation a priority.
Koly Swistak spoke in opposition of amendment,adding that housing cannot come at
the cost of low-income residents.
Brooks Bergmann spoke in opposition to the rezoning sharing that displacing residents
and lack of affordable housing is undesirable.
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Fowler,seconded by Councilmember Dugan to close the
Public Hearing defer action until related amendments such as the
Affordable Housing Overlay or Residential Housing Loss Mitigation Plan are
brought to the Council for consideration and potential adoption.
Council Member Johnston stated he agreed with the motion,discussed the current
housing mitigation ordinance,affordable housing overlay,displacement efforts and the
ADU incentive which need to be part of the Text Amendment along with inclusionary
zoning.
Council Member Mano stated tying the amendment to affordable housing and waiting for
approval was a good idea while expressing concern about parcels limited to Single Family
zoning demolition,and that the current zoning does not encourage affordable
development.He concluded with support of the motion and encourage the Administration
to finalize the ordinance as soon as possible.
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AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,
Darin Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
Minutes:
Council Member Johnston read through the public meeting rules.
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C.POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS:
1.Ordinance:West End Alley Vacation (Adjacent to Properties Located at
740 West and 746 West 900 South)
The Council will consider adopting an ordinance that would close a small portion
of an alley at approximately 740 West and 746 West 900 South.This is not a
request to vacate the entire alley.The proposal would allow the petitioner
to square off the southwestern corner of his property for a proposed future multi-
family residential and commercial development.The closure will not impact traffic
or access.Petition No.:PLNPCM2020-00268
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,January 19,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,January 19,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Mano,seconded by Councilmember Valdemoros to
adopt Ordinance 3 of 2021,for the West End Alley Vacation (Adjacent to
Properties at 740 West and 746 West 900 South).
AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,
Darin Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
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2.Ordinance:Zoning Map Amendment located at approximately 706 to
740 West 900 South 710 to 739 West Genesee Avenue
The Council will consider adopting an ordinance that would rezone properties at
706 to 740 West 900 South and 710 to 739 West Genesee Avenue,including
portions of two alleys,from M-1 (Light Manufacturing)to R-MU (Residential
Mixed Use).The applicant intends to develop the remaining portion of the site
with multi-family residential housing that is not currently permitted under the
existing zoning designation.The developer has not proposed a specific
development plan as part of the rezone application.The applicant also intends to
renovate two vacant commercial buildings on the site for commercial uses.
Consideration may be given to rezoning the property to another zoning district
with similar characteristics.Other sections of Title 21A –Zoning may also be
amended as part of this petition.Petition Nos.:PLNPCM2019-01137 and
PLN2020-00442
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,February 16,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,February 16,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Fowler,seconded by Councilmember Mano to to defer
action to a future Council Meeting.
AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,
Darin Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
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3.Ordinance:Zoning Amendments at Approximately 2903 South
Highland Drive
The Council will consider adopting an ordinance that would amend the Sugar
House Master Plan and Zoning Map for property at 2903 South Highland Drive.
The property is currently “split zoned.”The applicant is requesting the eastern
portion of the property be changed from Low Density Residential to Low Intensity
–Mixed Use in the Sugar House Master Plan.The applicant is also requesting a
zoning change on the eastern portion of the property from the current R-1-7000
(Single-Family Residential)to CB (Community Business)in order to match zoning
on the western portion.If approved,the changes would allow for potential future
development of the site.Consideration may be given to rezoning the property to
another zoning district with similar characteristics.Other sections of Title 21A –
Zoning may also be amended as part of this petition.
Petition No.:PLNPCM2020-00053/00054
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Fowler,seconded by Councilmember Dugan to
adopt Ordinance 4 of 2021,for the Zoning Amendments at approximately
2903 South Highland Drive.
AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,
Darin Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
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4.Ordinance:Rezone at 1301 and 1321 South State Street
The Council will consider adopting an ordinance that would rezone the properties
at 1301 and 1321 South State Street.The proposal would change the properties
from CC (Corridor Commercial)to FB-UN2 (Form Base Urban Neighborhood 2)
and amend the table of the zoning ordinance to include additional land area
eligible for additional building height.The applicant requested the rezone because
the FB-UN2 zoning district better aligns with potential use of the corner lot and
potential for a new mixed-use building,which would replace existing buildings on
the parcels.Consideration may be given to rezoning the property to another
zoning district with similar characteristics.Other sections of Title 21A –Zoning
may also be amended as part of this petition.Petition No.:PLNPCM2020-00328
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Mano,seconded by Councilmember Dugan to adopt
Ordinance 5 of 2021,for a rezone at 1301 and 1321 South State Street.
AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,
Darin Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
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5.Ordinance*:Zoning Amendments at Lincoln Street and 200 South
The Council will consider adopting an ordinance that would amend the zoning
map and Central Community Master Plan for properties located at 159 South
Lincoln Street,949 East,955 East,959 East and 963 East 200 South.The
requested rezone would change the properties from R-2 (Single and Two-Family
Residential)to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential)zoning
district.The Master Plan amendment would change the properties from Low
Density Residential to Medium Density Residential.The proposal would allow the
applicant more flexibility to develop future multi-family residential housing than
what is currently allowed.Consideration may be given to rezoning the property to
another zoning district with similar characteristics.Other sections of Title 21A –
Zoning may also be amended as part of this petition.Petition No.:
PLNPCM2019-00683 and PLNPCM2019-00684
*The Planning Commission forwarded a negative recommendation,therefore an
ordinance has not been drafted.If the Council decides to approve the zone
amendment,an ordinance would be drafted and considered for approval.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Valdemoros,seconded by Councilmember Fowler to reject
the petition.
AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,
Darin Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
D.COMMENTS:
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1.Questions to the Mayor from the City Council.
Minutes:
Mayor Mendenhall expressed gratitude for the Council’s collaborative work with the
Administration regarding housing plans for the City sharing that the Administration was
invested and would continue to make affordable housing a priority.
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2.Comments to the City Council.(Comments are taken on any item not scheduled
for a public hearing,as well as on any other City business.Comments are limited
to two minutes.)
Minutes:
Eli Kauffman spoke to the need for funding affordable housing.
Bernia Aua spoke to the development surrounding the Summum Church,stating the
developer and community organization did not work with the property owners and the
project was a detriment to the area.
Cindy Cromer stated the City should not reward bad behavior of developers but make
them create better developments in the City.
Tina Balderrama stated tents were the new affordable housing and expressed her
feelings and dismay regarding the process of approval and construction of the Kozo
apartments.
Denis Farris expressed appreciation of the Council,and shared about the community
and developer outreach conducted with the property owners of the Summum Church,and
encouraged all to be involved in the process.
Su Menu spoke regarding the Summum Church located near Gennesee Avenue and the
sacred ground of the property,including that the new building height would create issues
with shade on their property and noise and asked for the building to be shorter to allow
for their church to thrive.
Dave Iltis spoke to the Council public notifications accessibility,requested more
information about the parking ordinance amendments and if the 2015/16 Downtown and
Sugar House parking study was considered,and added that bike lanes between 800 South
to 1900 south would be beneficial.
George Chapman expressed concern for the decreased public engagement of the City,
citing the ADA TIP project for Miller Park not being adequately funded due to the cost of
the consultant,the 900 East bike lane redesign,and encouraged rental assistance from
the City necessary due to COVID-19.
Ean Daxter spoke to the need for affordable housing and the demands of the Wasatch
Tenants United group,expressed concern with the police department assisting the health
department and homeless camp abatements.
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Zachary Dessault spoke to land use and housing reform to protect affordable housing
and requested more information on the Transportation plan for the City and closing Main
Street for the summer to allow outdoor dining.
Michael Showalter spoke about the development of luxury apartment buildings and the
loans property developers can obtain which result in high rent,and funds being misused.
Devin O’Donnel agreed there was misuse of funding relating to police funds,expressed
concern with housing affordability and the Westside being continually ignored.
E.NEW BUSINESS:
NONE.
F.UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
NONE.
G.CONSENT:
1.Ordinance:Budget Amendment No.7 for Fiscal Year 2020-21
The Council will set the date of Tuesday,April 6,2021 at 7 p.m.to accept public
comment and consider adopting an ordinance amending the final budget of Salt
Lake City,including the employment staffing document,for Fiscal Year 2020-21.
The proposed amendment includes $6 million from the U.S.Treasury Department
for rental assistance,funding to host the National League of Cities Conference in
November 2021,an outdoor business activity assistance pilot program,and a
needs assessment of the Police Department,among many other items.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,April 6,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,April 20,2021
Staff Recommendation -Set date.
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2.One-year Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant &
Other Federal Grants for Fiscal Year 2021-22
The Council will set the date of Tuesday,April 6,2021 at 7 p.m.to accept public
comment and consider a resolution adopting the Mayor’s funding
recommendations and an appropriations resolution adopting the One-Year
Annual Action Plan that includes Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funding,HOME Investment Partnership Program funding,Emergency Solutions
Grant (ESG)funding,Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA)
funding,for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and approving an Interlocal Cooperation
Agreement between Salt Lake City and the U.S.Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD).
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,March 23,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,April 6,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,April 20,2021
Staff Recommendation -Set date.
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Rogers,seconded by Councilmember Dugan to approve the
consent agenda
AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,Darin
Mano,James Rogers
Final Result:7 –0 Pass
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H.ADJOURNMENT:
Meeting Adjourned:9:15 pm.
Minutes Approved:February 1,2022
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City Council Chair
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City Recorder
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Dan Dugan (Feb 2, 2022 12:46 MST)
Dan Dugan
Cindy Trishman (Feb 3, 2022 21:55 MST)
3.16.21 Formal Meeting Minutes
Final Audit Report 2022-02-04
Created:2022-02-02
By:Michelle Barney (michelle.barney@slcgov.com)
Status:Signed
Transaction ID:CBJCHBCAABAAchmYZErelVDD744wmeSY1nS16TEwTkzV
"3.16.21 Formal Meeting Minutes" History
Document created by Michelle Barney (michelle.barney@slcgov.com)
2022-02-02 - 6:32:47 PM GMT
Document emailed to Dan Dugan (daniel.dugan@slcgov.com) for signature
2022-02-02 - 6:33:22 PM GMT
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2022-02-02 - 7:11:19 PM GMT
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Signature Date: 2022-02-02 - 7:46:48 PM GMT - Time Source: server
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2022-02-02 - 7:46:50 PM GMT
Document e-signed by Cindy Trishman (cindy.trishman@slcgov.com)
Signature Date: 2022-02-04 - 4:55:19 AM GMT - Time Source: server
Agreement completed.
2022-02-04 - 4:55:19 AM GMT