01/05/2021 - Work Session - MinutesThe City Council of Salt Lake City,Utah,met in Work Session on Tuesday,January 5,2021 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:
Cindy Lou Trishman –Clerk,Katherine Lewis –City Attorney,Amanda Lau –Public Engagement &
Communication Specialist,Ben Luedtke –Senior Public Policy Analyst,Brian Fullmer –Constituent
Liaison,Policy Analyst,Robert Nutzman –Administrative Assistant,DeeDee Robinson –Deputy
City Recorder,Kory Solorio –Assistant City Recorder,Aaron Bentley –Information Management
Services Director,Ben Kolendar –Economic Development Director,Bill Wyatt –Airport Director,
Blake Thomas –Community &Neighborhoods Director,David Litvack –Senior Advisor,Jennifer
McGrath –Community &Neighborhoods Deputy Director,Allison Rowland –Attendee,Lani
Eggertson-Goff –Attendee,Felica Baca –Arts Division Director
Council Member Wharton presided at and conducted the meeting.
The meeting was called to order at 2:00 pm
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Tuesday,January 5,2021
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Work Session Items
1.Nomination of Council Chair and Vice Chair for Calendar Year 2021 ~2:00 p.m.
15 min.
The Council will take a straw poll to nominate the Council Chair and Vice Chair for calendar
year 2021.The process includes expressions of interest from Council Members,nominations
for each position,and then voting each for the Chair and Vice Chair positions.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,January 5,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,January 5,2021
Minutes:
Council Member Wharton welcomed everyone to the meeting and reviewed the rules of
decorum.
Following the nomination and electronic polling process,Council Member Fowler was
unanimously elected Council Chair and Council Member Rogers was unanimously elected
Council Vice Chair for the 2021 calendar year.
Councilmember Wharton thanked fellow Council Members for their work through 2020 and
presented them each with a gift made from fallen City trees (wooden bowl)resulting from the
September 2020 windstorm.He also thanked Felicia Baca,Tony Gliot,and Abby Draper for
facilitating the retrieval of the wood for the project.
Paul Russell,Artist,provided information about the project and reviewed the techniques of
making a wooden bowl.
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2.Informational:Updates from the Administration ~2:15 p.m.
30 min.
The Council will receive an update from the Administration on major items or projects,
including but not limited to:
•Local Emergencies for 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 reviewed the impact of COVID-19 on the City employees;a moment of
silence was held on behalf of the Salt Lake City employees who passed from COVID 19,first
responder Current vaccination and infection rates,Raise Up SLC total 849,000 dollars to
1698 residents,homeless statistics,shelter rates,the overflow shelter program,2021 Public
Safety Plan,
Council and Staff discussed the Safety Plan and if it would address businesses that draw
criminal behavior,
Chief Mike Brown reviewed the sensory inclusion training the Police Department
conducted through Kulture City.
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3.Informational:Updates on Racial Equity and Policing ~2:45 p.m.
5 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:
Kira Luke shared the upcoming date of January 6 at 5 pm for the next Commission meeting,
including the public may attend online and more information is located at
www.slcrepcommission.com.Ms.Luke also shared that on January 13 at 5 pm the
Commission is scheduled to host a live broadcast Community Conversation on changing
outcomes for Communities of Color in their interactions with Police.The public can
participate via phone,text and may RSVP,methods to communicate are listed at
www.slcrepcommission.com.
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4.Informational:Update on the Utah Transit Authority (UTA)South Davis
Connector to Salt Lake City ~2:50 p.m.
30 min.
The Council will receive a status update of UTA’s planned bus rapid-transit connector between
South Davis County and downtown Salt Lake City.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,January 5,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Russell Weeks briefed the the Council regarding the Utah Transit Authority (UTA)South
Davis Connector to Salt Lake City.Carlton Christensen and Hal Johnston,representing
UTA contributed to the conversation.
Council and Staff discussed the timeline and next steps for the proposal,the improvement to
the North Temple area,potential number of stops at along North Temple and
downtown,existing grid and future plans for routes from the Universities and Downtown,
addressing North Temple/State Street traffic congestion,and potential bus routes on Capitol
Hill.
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5.Informational:Kem C.Gardner Policy Institute Homeless
Services Assessment ~3:20 p.m.
45 min.
The Council will receive a presentation of the 2020 Utah Homeless Services Assessment from
the Kem C.Gardner Policy Institute.The assessment proposes a new governance structure and
funding model for services,and includes six recommendations to improve the homeless
services system in the state.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,January 5,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Russell Weeks briefed the Council regarding the Kem C.Gardner Policy Institute Homeless
Services Assessment.Natalie Gochnour and Shaleane Gee of the Policy Institute
contributed to the briefing and discussion.
Council and Staff discussed concerns with the size of the State Homeless Council,
collaboration with the Department of Workforce Services,improved integration of mental
illness self sufficiency tools,implementation of governance of other agencies,entities the City
may reach out to for support/funding resources,Statewide (cities/counties)inclusion of
funding/resources,the translation of the plan to the public through a governance leadership
process,funding,potential input from those who are or have experienced homelessness,
reducing the amount of time for money to be provided to service providers,and the new
funding stream allowance through funding options from private and government entities.
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6.Utah Open Meetings Law Training and Government Records Access and
Management Act (GRAMA)Training ~4:05 p.m.
30 min.
The Council will receive a briefing from the City Attorney’s Office about the Utah Open Meetings
Law,and from the Recorder's Office about the Government Records Access and Management Act
(GRAMA).This briefing will serve as the annual trainings for both the City Council and the Board
of Directors of the Redevelopment Agency.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,January 5,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Katherine Lewis briefed the Council on the Utah Open and Public Meetings Act,noting that
the training was also for the Redevelopment Agency.
Cindy Lou Trishman briefed the Council on the Government Records Access Management
Act (GRAMA).
Council Member Fowler requested a breakdown of the general GRAMA requests,Staff agreed
it would be provided in a written memorandum.
7.Tentative Break ~4:35 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
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8.Informational:SLC Emergency Management Update 2021 ~4:55 p.m.
30 min.
The Council will receive an annual report of the City’s emergency procedures,the Council’s
role in an emergency,and an overview of Emergency Management’s current programs and
efforts.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,January 5,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Eric Witt and Kenya Rene briefed regarding the Salt Lake City Emergency Management
Update for 2021.
Council commented on the number of people involved with emergency services and how
things work so smoothly.
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9.Ordinance:Budget Amendment No.6 for Fiscal Year 2020-21 ~5:20 p.m.
30 min.
The Council will be briefed about an ordinance that would amend the final budget of Salt Lake
City,including the employment staffing document,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 proposal includes funding to
cover cost increases to turn the historic Fisher Mansion Carriage House into a recreation hub,
create a redevelopment plan for the former Glendale Waterpark,and consolidate multiple
employee positions in different departments and add one new position to form a new City
Innovations Team,among other changes.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,January 5,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,December 8,2020
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,January 5,2021 and Tuesday,January 19,
2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -TBD
Minutes:
Benjamin Luedtke and John Vuyk reviewed Budget Amendment No.6 for Fiscal Year
2020-21
Council and Staff discussed the plan to split funding between the Incentivized Rent Assistance
and Service Models for the Most Vulnerable programs.
Mary Beth Thompson reviewed the sales tax revenue through October 2020.
A Straw Poll approving the 300-million-dollar interim financing for the Airport
Construction Project was approved unanimously by those present.
A Straw Poll to approve the transfer from the Funding Our Future Housing
dollars from Community Land Trust and Landlord Assurance Program to the
Incentivized Rent Assistance Service Models for the Most Vulnerable was
approved unanimously by those present.
A Straw Poll to approve the allocation $750,000 for the temporary housing
program was approved unanimously by those present.
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10.Informational:State Legislative Briefing ~5:50 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 5,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -n/a
Minutes:
Moved to a future meeting
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Tuesday,January 5,2021
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Standing Items
11.Report of the Chair and Vice Chair
Report of Chair and Vice Chair.
Minutes:
No report
12.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;
•Financial Disclosure;and
•Scheduling Items.
Minutes:
Cindy Gust-Jensen stated it was time for the annual reminder for the Council Members to
submit conflict of interest forms if needed.
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13.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.
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Fowler,seconded by Councilmember Dugan to Motion to Enter
into Closed Session to discuss strategy sessions to discuss the purchase,exchange,or lease of
real property,pursuant to Utah Code 52-4-205(1)(d).
AYE:Amy Fowler,Ana Valdemoros,Andrew Johnston,Chris Wharton,Daniel Dugan,Darin
Mano
ABSENT:James Rogers
Final Result:6 –0
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Minutes:
Council Members In Attendance:Ana Valdemoros,Chris Wharton,Amy Fowler,James
Rogers,Dan Dugan,Andrew Johnston,and Darin Mano.
Others in Attendance:Cindy Gust-Jenson,Jennifer Bruno,Mayor Mendenhall,Lehua
Weaver,Lisa Shaffer,Rachel Otto,Amanda Lau,Ben Luedtke,Blake Thomas,Dan Rip,
Jennifer McGrath,John Vuyk,Kristin Riker,Lorna Vogt,Mary Beth Thompson,Allison
Rowland,Sam Owen,Katherine Lewis,and Cindy Lou Trishman.
Council Member Fowler motioned,Council Member Johnston seconded to exit the closed
session meeting.Council Members present voted aye through a roll call vote,which passed
unanimously.(Council Member Rogers had already left the meeting.)
The Closed Session meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
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Meeting adjourned at 6:30 pm
Minutes Approved:January 4,2022
_______________________________
City Council Chair
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City Recorder
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