05/04/2021 - Work Session - MinutesThe City Council of Salt Lake City,Utah,met in Work Session on Tuesday,May 4,2021 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,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,Darin Mano,James Rogers
The following Council Members were absent:
Andrew Johnston
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,Robert Nutzman
–Administrative Assistant,DeeDee Robinson –Deputy City Recorder,Ben Kolendar –Economic
Development Director,Blake Thomas –Community &Neighborhoods Director,Chief Mike Brown
–Police Chief,Debra Alexander –Human Resources Director,Laura Briefer –Public Utilities
Director,Mary Beth Thompson –Chief Financial Officer,Allison Rowland –Public Policy Analyst,
Kimberly Chytraus –Senior City Attorney,Tim Doubt –Police Officer,Ken Anderson –Building
Services Manager,Alma Sweeny –Police Lieutenant,Shellie Dietrich –Fiancial Manager
Council Member Fowler presided at and conducted the meeting.
The meeting was called to order at 4:00 pm.
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Work Session Items
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1.Informational:Updates from the Administration ~3:30 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 updates regarding:
COVID-19 Updates
•COVID-19 endgame metrics recently met (State of Utah receiving 1,656,025 prime
vaccine doses)
•City vaccination statistics
•Partners in the Park:vaccination clinics/events
•Employee leave totals as of May 1,2021:Emergency Responder Pandemic Leave (ERPL)
–1,282 total utilization (514 employees),Federal Families First Coronavirus
Act/Emergency Pandemic Leave (FFFCA/EPL)–305 total utilization
Homelessness Updates
•Partnership with The Other Side Academy to create The Other Side Village
•Creation of SLC Corps (volunteer program)–First project to collect kitchen supplies for
residents at The Magnolia in partnership with The Road Home
•City assistance with development of The Magnolia (new permanent supportive housing
–slated to open Summer 2021)
•Resource fair occurred on April 27 on 600 West with limited interest in shelter options
•Abatement at 600 South 400 West happening today (closed to camping)
•Resource center occupancy numbers (percentage of beds occupied/unoccupied each
night)
Rachel Otto provided information on enforcing the camping ordinance based on tools/data
utilized on current shelter/bed capacity.
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2.Informational:Updates on Racial Equity and Policing ~4:00 p.m.
20 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:
Allison Rowland noted the Racial Equity in Policing (REP)Commission would be meeting
May 5,2021,at 5:00 pm and a listening session was scheduled for May 19,2021 at 6:00 pm.
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3.Ordinance:Permitting Certain Outdoor Business Activities and Use of
Certain Temporary Structures ~4:20 p.m.
20 min.
The Council will receive a briefing about a temporary land use ordinance that would allow
restaurants and retail establishments that hold a current business license to conduct temporary
outdoor restaurant dining and retail activities on private property and utilize temporary
structures to facilitate outdoor dining and retail activities.The proposed ordinance would allow
the land use aspects of the Mayor’s emergency proclamations related to outdoor dining and retail
to continue once the emergency proclamation allowed under H.B.294 expires.The temporary
ordinance would be in effect for six months.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,May 4,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,May 4,2021
Minutes:
Katherine Lewis and Kimberly Chytraus provided a high level overview,including:
exercise of emergency powers extension for temporary land use covering outdoor
retail/restaurant activities and temporary structures;outdoor dining on private property in
parking lots and side yards (that may not normally be allowed by zoning code),outdoor retail
business to expand on private property (both covered under Emergency Proclamation No.11),
continuing to allow temporary structures on private property for no longer than 45 days a
year (covered under Emergency Proclamation No.17),and how the Administration would
continue to meet goals moving forward out of the emergency proclamations (changes to
administrative policy for uses in the public right of way).
Ben Kolendar added there was a high amount of local businesses utilizing this
accommodation,allowing businesses to recover from the pandemic.
Council Member Mano suggested further discussion regarding extending these uses on a
permanent basis.
Council Member Fowler noted the Council was set to take action on this topic during the
Formal Meeting.
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4.Informational:Policing Discussion:Officer Training and Promotions ~4:40 p.m.
40 min.
The Council is holding an ongoing series of discussions about policing and related topics in
the City.This briefing focuses on police officer training and promotions including how the
City’s trainings go beyond State requirements and recent changes to the promotion process.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,May 4,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Benjamin Luedtke provided a history of past discussions (noted information could be
found on Council’s REP Commission webpage and YouTube),provided background on the
topic (FY2015 Council funded a use of force simulator,training for officers),and REP
Commission having recently issuing training recommendations (target outreach to increase
diversity,Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)for all officers,and creation of training for
officers to learn about history/culture of the City’s diverse neighborhoods).
Chief Mike Brown and Alma Sweeny spoke regarding Salt Lake City Police Department
(SLCPD)Academy and accomplishments,including:training hours required by POST,
SLCPD In-house academy pros/cons (train officers to a higher standard,train and certify
larger number of recruits,limited training facilities/resources),department impacts related
to increased mandatory training (critical training needs have increased,training time and
staffing was limited,etc.),potential new training,specialized training/certifications,required
training/certifications (POST 40 hours annual training,no less than 16 on trimester training,
specialty training including crisis intervention,bias-based policing,etc.),impacts on training
(training canceled last year or without in-person training,online training efficacy was limited,
limited staffing inhibiting ability to present/attend training,etc.).
Debra Alexander provided information regarding promotional differences including:new
procedures set into place February 2021,improvements/advantages,including:efficiency-
time to conduct the process greatly reduced,expansion –The Rules allow the hiring official to
choose from a larger/diverse field,eligibility-allow dept to recruit,key differences of CSC vs.
Rules (specifically for an applicant for promotion).
Mayor Mendenhall thanked the Council for taking the action to remove the CSC and create
the new approach within the SLCPD.
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5.Ordinance:Budget Amendment No.8 for Fiscal Year 2020-21 ~5:20 p.m.
30 min.
The Council will be briefed about Budget Amendment No.8 for the Fiscal Year 2020-21
Budget.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 for Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)training certifications and
re-certifications,hiring a class of lateral police officers,and a donation to Switchpoint to
create a shelter for low-income seniors and veterans,among other changes.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,May 4,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,April 20,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,May 4,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,May 18,2021
Minutes:
Benjamin Luedtke provided a general budget update and the following items:
•A1 –$315,000 from holding account to hire 12 lateral police officers,
•A2 –$117,000 from police training holding account (2nd holding account)to
accelerate the CIT training (in the form of over-time),
•A3 –$2 M for Switchpoint (shelter for low-income seniors/veterans)to
purchase/operate the Airport Inn;100 units,onsite treatment services provided
•Council added item regarding RCV public awareness campaign –$100,000 ($50 k from
fund balance and $50 k from external sources)
Mary Beth Thompson provided information regarding sales tax revenues (between July-
February FY21)which was around 10.5%above budget.
Chief Mike Brown,Shellie Dietrich,and Tim Doubt provided information regarding
SLCPD staffing/calls for service,including:separations/retirements/resignations (2016 to
2021),calls for service continuing to go up (2016 to 2021),and department leaves by month
increasing,hiring of 30 full-time employees in FY22 (lateral hires).
Council Member Fowler asked for clarification on the holding account for the $2.8 million
and the intent for that holding account.Mr.Luedtke stated the funds were resulted from the
hiring freeze.
Council Member Wharton asked if the proposal would result in more officers for the SLCPD.
Mayor Mendenhall stated they were not additional officers if was filling vacancies that have
existed in the department over the years.
Council and Chief Brown discussed the number of officers needed to fill the existing vacant
positions in the Police Department,and the recommendations of the Racial Equity in Policing
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Commission regarding the need for additional officers.
Council Member Wharton questioned if the Administration was comfortable with the straw
poll concept.Concern was raised by Mayor Mendenhall regarding using the funds from
general fund.
Lisa Shaffer thanked the Racial Equity in Policing Commission for their support for the
proposal.
Straw poll:Support to provide $314,000 from general fund rather than the
holding account to (A1 –lateral class of officers).All Council Members present
were in favor.
6.Ordinance:Budget Amendment No.9 for Fiscal Year 2020-21 ~5:50 p.m.
20 min.
The Council will be briefed about Budget Amendment No.9 for the Fiscal Year 2020-21
Budget.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 for building office space to accommodate expansion of the
Emergency Management Division,technology upgrades for the 911 Department,and
reimbursements to the Fire Department,among other changes.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,May 4,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,May 4,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,May 18,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,June 1,2021
Minutes:
Item not held.
7.Informational:Ken Anderson -City Building Official and Director of the
Building Services Division ~6:10 p.m.
10 min.
The Council will receive an introduction from Ken Anderson as the new City Building Official
and Director of the Building Services Division.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,May 4,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
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Council Member Fowler introduced Ken Anderson,Director of Building Services.
Ken Anderson introduced himself,provided a brief history of his work with the City,and
thanked the Council for all the work they do.
8.Board Appointment:Public Utilities Advisory Committee (PUAC)
–Dani Cepernich ~6:20 p.m.
5 min.
The Council will interview Dani Cepernich prior to considering appointment to the PUAC for a
term ending January 20,2025.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,May 4,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,May 4,2021
Minutes:
Interview was held.Council Member Fowler said Dani Cepernich’s name was on the Consent
Agenda for formal consideration.
9.Ordinance:2058 North 2200 West Zoning Map Amendment
Follow-up Written Briefing
The Council will receive a written briefing about an ordinance that would rezone property at
2058 North 2200 West from Agricultural District (AG-2)to Light Manufacturing (M-1).The
amendment would accommodate future commercial land uses such as retail and service type
businesses not permitted under the current zoning.No specific site development proposal has
been submitted at this time.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,March 26,2019 and Tuesday,May 4,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,June 11,2019
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,July 9,2019 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,May 18,2021
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Minutes:
Written briefing only.No discussion was held.
Standing Items
10.Report of the Chair and Vice Chair
Report of Chair and Vice Chair.
Minutes:
Item not held.
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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;
•Council District 2 Vacancy Update;
•Agenda Packet Days;and
•Scheduling Items.
Minutes:
Information Needed By Staff
A.Council District 2 Vacancy Update &Questions for Applicants
Prior to the initial interview date of Thursday,May 13,2021,questions from the Council
are emailed to the applicants through the Recorder’s Office.Applications are due by
Monday,May 10th by noon.Staff suggested that the questions be emailed to applicants
by 5 p.m.that day and request that they be returned by Wednesday,May 12 at 3:00
p.m.
B.Does the Council approve of the proposed schedule?
No discussion was held.
•These are the questions that were used to fill the District 5 Vacancy in
2020.What new questions would Council Members like to use?
1.What do you think are the top issues facing District 5 and how would you approach each
of them?
2.With limited budget resources and unlimited wants,prioritize what you see as the top
three infrastructure needs for Salt Lake City over the next five years and explain your
choices.
3.What do you believe your role is as a City Council Member?
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4.What is an example of a City project or program that you think was a success,and why
do you think it was successful?
5.What are the most important values you will bring to your time on the City Council?
6.What else would you like the Council to know that you have not had a chance to share?
No discussion was held.
For Your Information
B.Agenda Packet Days Shift to Fridays during Budget Season
Friendly reminder,to help accommodate turnaround of information between the
Administration and the Council during budget,agenda packets are published on
Fridays instead of Thursdays after the Mayor presents the recommended budget.This
shift would begin on May 7th for the May 11th Council meeting and end after the budget
is adopted.
No discussion was held.
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;
(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
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Utah Code §78B-1-137,and for other lawful purposes that satisfy the pertinent requirements of
the Utah Open and Public Meetings Act.
Minutes:
Item not held.
Meeting adjourned at:6:58 pm.
Minutes Approved:April 5,2022
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City Council Chair
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City Recorder
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