03/02/2021 - Work Session - MinutesThe City Council of Salt Lake City,Utah,met in Work Session on Tuesday,March 2,2021 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:
Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,Darin Mano,James Rogers
The following Council Members were absent:
Amy Fowler
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:
Cindy Lou Trishman –Clerk,Katherine Lewis –City Attorney,Amanda Lau –Public Engagement &
Communication Specialist,Ben Luedtke –Senior Public Policy Analyst,Kira Luke –Policy
Analyst/Public Engagement,Nick Tarbet –Senior Public Policy Analyst,Robert Nutzman
–Administrative Assistant,Russell Weeks –Senior Advisor,Sam Owen –Public Policy Analyst,
Sylvia Richards –Public Policy Analyst,DeeDee Robinson –Deputy City Recorder,Ben Kolendar
–Economic Development Director,Blake Thomas –Community &Neighborhoods Director,Chief
Mike Brown –Police Chief,Laura Briefer –Public Utilities Director,Lorna Vogt –Public Services
Director,Mary Beth Thompson –Chief Financial Officer,Keith Reynolds –Attendee,Kelsey
Lindquist –Senior Planner,Nick Norris –Director of Planning ,Wayne Mills –Planning Manger,
Felica Baca –Arts Division Director ,Jesse Stewart –Deputy Director Public Utilities,Kimberly
Chytraus –Senior City Attorney,Mayara Lima –Principal Planner,Mark Stephens –Deputy City
Engineer,Angela Price –HAND Project &Policy Manager
Council Member James Rogers presided at and conducted the meeting.
The meeting was called to order at 2:00 pm
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Work Session Items
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:
Mayor Mendenhall provided information regarding:vaccination participation,the County
launching a new website regarding the vaccine (ThisIsOurShot.com),vaccine
distribution,outreach for vaccine information (provided in multiple languages),information
regarding the Community Commitment Program,resource fair,and scheduled homeless camp
abatements.
Lisa Shaffer provided recognition of the “first”first responders (911 Dispatch for Salt Lake
City &Sandy City)and the services they provided.
Chief Mike Brown provided information regarding the Police Bike Squads (Pioneer squad
–Glendale/Rose Park,Central squad –Main Street corridor,Liberty squad –1300 S.
State/Ball Park communities),accomplishments of the bike squads (arrests,traffic
stops,drug/firearm seizures,etc.),year to date activity,Community Liaison Program new
team members,and the Central Patrol Bureau team members.
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2.Informational:State Legislative Briefing ~2:30 p.m.
20 min.
The Council will be briefed by the Administration about issues affecting the City that may
arise during the 2021 Utah State Legislative Session.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,January 12,2021;Tuesday,February 2,2021;Tuesday,February 9,2021;
Tuesday,February 16,2021;and Tuesday,March 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Kate Bradshaw provided an update regarding:significant committee deadlines,bills no
longer in play (Senate Bill (SB)61 –related to billboards,House Bill (HB)364 –creation of a
Utah Lake authority,SB24 –sales tax distribution,SB221 –City’s ability to regulate short
term rentals,HB302 –transgender sports),bills still in play/priority to the City (HB98
–building inspections,HB422 –political subdivision/civil liability,HB347 –homelessness
services,new Inland Port bill SB243 –creating infrastructure loan fund,and SB217 –housing
&transit redevelopment zones).
Mayor Mendenhall thanked Ms.Bradshaw for her work with the lobbyist team for Salt
Lake City.
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3.Ordinance:Text Amendments to the RMF-30 Low Density Multi-Family
Residential Zoning District Follow-up ~2:50 p.m.
45 min.
The Council will receive a follow-up briefing about a proposal to 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.
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
Minutes:
Nick Tarbet provided an introduction to the Text Amendments to the RMF-30 Low Density
Multi Family Residential Zoning District.
Kelsey Lindquist and Mayara Lima presented the proposal for the zoning change,
explained the purpose of the change was to remove zoning barriers for development and
increase affordable housing in Salt Lake City,reviewed the possibility for demolition of
historic structures,the request for proposal (RFP)for a housing mitigation loss ordinance and
the timeframe for draft ordinance.
Council Member Johnston asked Kelsey Ms.Lindquist to clarify the option to increase units
rather than demolish an existing single family home.Kelsey Ms.Lindquist stated if the lot was
a double lot the second lot could be developed,an additional unit could be added to the house
internally or as an addition to the home.She added this option would differ from an ADU
because the ordinance criteria would be different and it would not require owner occupancy.
Mayara Lima Ms.Lima explained the ordinance would require contained different criteria
to requirements be applied and there were incentives for both options.**(If this is a
response or addition to what Kelsey just said,I suggest adding this sentence to
the previous paragraph.)
Council Member Mano explained how the additional unit option would work alongside an
existing structure.
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Wayne Mills explained the limitations to where an Accessory Dwelling Unit could be
constructed in the City and that the new ordinance would allow additional units to be
constructed in some restricted areas.He stated the new ordinance did not require owner
occupancy of the structure.
Council Member Wharton inquired about the possible displacement of residents with the
decrease in units and how the City knew the number of units would increase and not decrease
overall.
Nick Norris reviewed the current trend in the RMF Zones where more units were being
constructed and explained the difficulty in predicting the number of units.
Council Member Wharton asked if trends and barriers were known,why there was not a way
to predict the outcome.
Nick Norris stated it was hard to predict what property owners intended to do with their
properties,and the unsettled housing market impacted the types of developments
constructed.
Council Member Johnston inquired on the status of the housing mitigation ordinance.
Blake Thomas reviewed the housing mitigation program and what was being done to help
those who needed to be relocated.
Angela Price reviewed the work and status of the Housing Mitigation Ordinance.
Council Member Dugan spoke to the access of additional units and if it was creating a larger
problem by displacing individuals.
Council Members discussed if the RMF-30 Ordinance should or should not be approved prior
to the Housing Mitigation Ordinance.
4.Informational:Updates on Racial Equity and Policing ~3:35 p.m.
45 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.Items may include:
•An update or report on the Commission on Racial Equity in Policing;
◦Discussion with some of the Commissioners on the Youth Subcommittee;
◦A presentation of training recommendations for the Police Department;
•Other project updates or discussion.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
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Briefing -Recurring Briefing
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Kira Luke provided an introduction to the Racial Equity and Policing Commission and
provided subcommittee meeting dates and times.
Commissioner Dante James gave and overview of the committee commission,its
activities and members.
Commissioner France Davis and Commissioner Moises Prospero presented
the recommendations for Field Training Officers (FTO)and the need for diversity on the
police force;Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)-a task force to assist individuals with mental
health issues;Training Academy and In-Service Training Curriculum –a recertification
program to keep officers up to date on CIT certifications.They discussed the need for all
existing and new officers to be CIT certified,prioritizing the budget for recertification,and
staffing for two shifts of CIT trained officers/professional team members.
Council Members Mano and Valdemoros asked for clarification on the recommendation for
the social workers team and emphasized how important the program would be for the citizens
of Salt Lake City.
Council Member Wharton asked for clarification on the recommendation for more diversity
for the Field Training Officers.
Commissioner Moises Prospero discussed the importance of why need for diversity in
the program was so important and how the recruitment process was being conducted to
increase the diversity of the team.
A Straw Poll to accept the recommendations of the Racial Equity and
Policing Committee Commission was supported by all Council Members present.
Mahider Tadesa (school safety),Ephraim Kum (policy/procedures),MJ Powell
(training)introduced themselves and the subcommittees they participated in as part of the
Racial Equity and Policing Committee Commission youth program.
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5.Tentative Break ~4:20 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
6.Informational:Public Art Portfolio Maintenance Study ~4:40 p.m.
20 min.
The Council will be briefed about the Public Art Portfolio Maintenance Study,including the
goals,outcomes and next steps in the process.The study updates the inventory of City-owned
art and assesses the condition of artworks to identify repairs and ongoing maintenance
recommendations.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,March 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Sylvia Richards introduced the report and those involved.
Roni Thomas (Consultant –Arts Council Assessment Team)gave an overview of public arts
inventory and condition assessment of public works,stated some damage was found but
nothing that would cause any harm to the public.
Felicia Baca reviewed the purpose of the study,reported the last public art assessment was
done in 2013,reported 240 individual objects in accessioned public art collection,86 plaques
missing resulting in about $10,000 worth of replacements,11 priority works were
identified,and about $109,000 to repair the 11 high priority works.
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7.Ordinance:2020 Salt Lake City Street Lighting Master Plan ~5:00 p.m.
30 min.
The Council will be briefed about the 2020 Salt Lake City Street Lighting Master Plan.Some
major changes in the proposed plan include adjustments to how the City chooses lighting in
public spaces based on pedestrian activity and transportation needs,as well as identifies new
street lighting standards for retrofit and new construction.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,March 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -TBD
Hold hearing to accept public comment -TBD
TENTATIVE Council Action -TBD
Minutes:
Sam Owen introduced the 2020 Salt Lake City Street Lighting Master Plan.
Laura Briefer and Jesse Stewart reported the purpose of the Public Utilities Street
Lighting Master Plan being developed was to bring all street lighting under one
umbrella,rather than special assessment areas,gave the history of street lighting,updates and
options to ensure proper lighting was used in the appropriate areas.
Council Member Johnston asked how pedestrian lighting was integrated with street lighting.
Mr.Stewart stated individual areas might need additional research and planning to
accommodate the area effectively.He suggested visiting the areas with Council Members or
residents to evaluate what was best for specific locations.
Council Member Mano asked about the safety guide post and how these types of lights would
be allocated through the City.Mr.Stewart and Ms.Briefer stated it would be on a case by case
bases to properly address each area.
Council Member Dugan asked how neighborhood maintained lights would be addressed in the
plan.Mr.Stewart stated the City would work with the neighborhoods to update existing lights
in accordance with the Master Plan to adequately light neighborhoods.
Council and Staff discussed the timeline for approval of the Master Plan.
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8.Informational:Small Cell Wireless Facilities ~5:30 p.m.
30 min.
The Council will be briefed about the legal frameworks governing small cell wireless facilities
in the public right of way.The Council may also discuss potential policy directions to regulate
placement and design of these facilities.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,March 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Kira Luke reviewed the reasoning for the discussion and the need to regulate small cell
wireless facilities in the public right of way.
Kimberly Chytraus gave a legal overview including definitions,regulations,City’s role,
design standards,common feedback,and policy discussion about Small Cell Wireless
Facilities in the public right of way.
Council Member Dugan asked if other City’s/States had challenged the FCC on the small cell
wireless facility regulations with the Federal Government and the outcome of those
challenges.Ms.Chytraus reviewed active lawsuits and challenges in the federal court systems.
Katherine Lewis talked to the status of the current lawsuits and options as to when Salt
Lake City could join those lawsuits.
Council Member Wharton reported on the discussion with US Legislature regarding small cell
wireless facilities and current Bills being discussed.He asked if the design standards
regulated the number of poles that could be installed in one area.Ms.Chytraus stated the City
did not have the right to regulate the distance between the poles or the location.Council
Member Wharton asked if there was an enforcement option as to meeting or not meeting the
design standards.Ms.Chytraus stated the providers had worked with the City whenever an
issue had arose to adequately meet the standards,however the City did have the right to
implement fines and stop permits if necessary.
Council Member Dugan asked if there was a restriction to proximity to schools or hospitals.
Ms.Chytraus stated the radio frequency was regulated through the FCC which stated these
poles did not require environmental review.
Council Member Johnston stated one of the conditions was that the City could not require one
or more provider to co-exist on one pole.Ms.Chytraus reviewed the process for approval and
possible incentives that could be offered to encourage providers to join together.
Council Member Wharton asked if police departments were able to access the frequency from
the 5G cell towers.Ms.Chytraus stated to her knowledge the provider was the only one that
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could access that information and police would need a warrant to access the information.
Council asked for additional information on multiple carriers using one pole and the City
using the poles for street lighting.
Ms.Chytraus reviewed the structural requirements for using existing poles,new poles and
free standing poles (mono poles).
Mark Stephens reported on updating the policy regarding small cell wireless facilities,
public outreach,the permitting process,and ordinance on placement/location.
Council Member Dugan asked what the possible poll distance would be to a house in the
policy updates.Mark Mr.Stephens stated it would depend on the width of the lot and if a park
strip was available.Council Member Dugan asked if a minimum or maximum distance could
be enforced between the poles and existing utilities.Mark Mr.Stephens stated distance was
part of the existing design standards and was applied to many aspects regarding the location
of the pole.
Council Member Johnston asked if contact information was posted on the poles as to who
owned to the poles.Ms.Chytraus Kimberly stated that was part of the design standards and
existing poles should have the information posted on them.
9.Board Appointment:Library Board –David Wirthlin ~6:00 p.m.
5 min.
The Council will interview David Wirthlin prior to considering appointment to the Library
Board for a term ending June 30,2024.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,March 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,March 2,2021
Minutes:
David Wirthlin introduced himself and explained his desire to join the library board.
Council Member Dugan thanked David for his willingness to serve on the Library Board.
Council Member Valdemores thanked David for his willingness to serve.
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Standing Items
10.Report of the Chair and Vice Chair
Report of Chair and Vice Chair.
Minutes:
No report was given.
11.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:
No report was given
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12.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;
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(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.
Meeting adjourned at 6:30 pm
Minutes Approved:February 1,2022
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City Council Chair
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City Recorder
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