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05/13/2021 - Work Session - Meeting MaterialsSALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA WORK SESSION May 13,2021 Thursday 12:00 PM This Meeting Will be an Electronic Meeting Pursuant to the Chair’s Determination. SLCCouncil.com 1:30 pm Special Limited Formal Meeting (or immediately following the work session) (See separate agenda) Please note:A general public comment period will not be held this day.This is the Council's monthly scheduled briefing meeting.Item start times and durations are approximate and are subject to change at the Chair’s discretion. Welcome and public meeting rules The Work Session is a discussion among Council Members and select presenters.The public is welcome to listen.Items scheduled on the Work Session or Formal Meeting may be moved and /or discussed during a different portion of the Meeting based on circumstance or availability of speakers. Please note:Dates not identified in the FYI -Project Timeline are either not applicable or not yet determined.Item start times and durations are approximate and are subject to change at the Chair’s discretion. Generated:17:07:53 This meeting will be an electronic meeting pursuant to the Chair’s determination. As Salt Lake City Council Chair,I hereby determine that conducting the Salt Lake City Council meeting at an anchor location presents a substantial risk to the health and safety of those who may be present at the anchor location.Due to the local state of emergency from the earthquake in March 2020 and attendant damage to the building,I find that conducting a meeting at the anchor location under the current local emergency constitutes a substantial risk to the health and safety of those who may be present at the location. 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Work Session Items 1.Council District Two Vacancy Applicant Interviews ~12:00 p.m. 96 min The Council will interview applicants for the vacant Council District Two 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 -Thursday,May 13,2021 Set Public Hearing Date -n/a Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a TENTATIVE Council Action -Thursday,May 13,2021 CERTIFICATE OF POSTING On or before 5:00 p.m.on _____________________,the undersigned,duly appointed City Recorder,does hereby certify that the above notice and agenda was (1)posted on the Utah Public Notice Website created under Utah Code Section 63F-1-701,and (2)a copy of the foregoing provided to The Salt Lake Tribune and/or the Deseret News and to a local media correspondent and any others who have indicated interest. CINDY LOU TRISHMAN SALT LAKE CITY RECORDER Final action may be taken in relation to any topic listed on the agenda,including but not limited to adoption,rejection,amendment,addition of conditions and variations of options discussed. People with disabilities may make requests for reasonable accommodation,which may include alternate formats,interpreters,and other auxiliary aids and services.Please make requests at least two business days in advance.To make a request,please contact the City Council Office at council.comments@slcgov.com,801-535-7600,or relay service 711. Constituent Answers to the District Two Vacancy Survey Page 1 What qualities would you like to see in a new Council Member? What City issues should a new Council Member be aware of? What priorities should a new Council Member have for District Two? What should the Council consider when interviewing applicants? Integrity, honestly, keeps his/her word. Actively participates with the community councils and attends their meetings. Presents their community at the City Council meetings. Homeless encampments, rising crime and lack of police presence. Homeless camp abatements to continue, while seeking positive outcomes for the homeless via housing and treatment. Building positive relationship between police and community members All social media content they have, including comments on posts in Facebook or nextdoor. What is their other job? Would it conflict with any ongoing City agenda or concerns? We need someone that won't be a 'yes man'. Have they served on their community councils? Those folks should be a priority applicant. What kind of 'personal' references do they have via neighbors? Responsive and empathetic. A fighter for equity for the west side. Livable streets with slower car traffic and more than just vehicle designed streets. Public safety regarding all the large encampments mainly on the west side that get little attention because they're over here and not in wealthier neighborhoods. Whether they're open to change their views. Their base knowledge level. Knowledge on urban planning and context of the area. They must be willing to be ok higher density projects while still defending the west side from inequality. Must be pro bike, pro mass transit and willing to address climate change. Some one who has grown up on the Westside and understands it's unique culture and needs. We need someone who understands how to listen deeply and then take action to propose and implement policies and programs that serve those who are often ignored and marginalized. A council person should also be an effective and consistent communicator with members of the community so that we are aware of work being done on our behalf. This person must have a record of working in our community in order to be effective in their work. The gentrification of our neighborhoods is a huge threat to the Westside. Glendale, Rose Park, and Poplar Grove have long been home to refugees and New Americans. It has been a welcoming haven for those who are beginning their journey in this country and provided an affordable place to raise their families. Unfortunately, it is quickly becoming un-affordable and many who have spent their whole lives here are being forced out. Environmental health and the impact on the citizens of the Westside is a constant issue that we are constantly forced to address as we are disproportionately impacted by chemical and industrial facilities on our side of town. Lastly, providing appropriate community services to our vastly diverse community is so critical. Sending out droves of police is the opposite of what we need to keep our community safe. We need effective social programs. Affordable housing, Environmental health and climate justice efforts, Social justice work including police reform and implementation of effective social programs, and programs to serve and house our ever growing homeless population. A balance of representation is important. While identity politics is ineffective, there is great value in making sure that there is a diverse representation of constituents on the board. I would love to see someone other than a cisgender male as they are currently in the majority on the board. Someone committed to cleaning up the homeless problem. It is becoming a health and safety issue to the business and residential communities directly impacted by people camping and having complete disregard for others in the community while they are allowed to violate laws. They need to understand that many of the homeless that are on the street are there because the homeless shelters cannot accept those that are either drink or on drugs. It is a liability. Many of the homeless may also have mental issues and need counseling along with treatment for alcoholism or drugs. The continued look the other way mentality of the city while homeless people continue to steal from people's homes needs to stop! Tax payers should not have to take the law into their own hands to retrieve their stolen property. Cleaning up the homeless camps! Crack down on the drug dealers that prey on the addicted homeless people. The next council member should be someone from that community. Constituent Answers to the District Two Vacancy Survey Page 2 Don't oppose new/denser housing, that's literally it. The housing crisis won't be solved one development at a time, we need lots of units as soon as they can be built. Blocking development will only accelerate gentrification. Housing. I would like the new Council Member to have the same qualities that Billy Palmer has. In fact, I would just like the city council to just choose Billy Palmer to be the new district 2 city council member. Alternatives to policing, harm reduction, accessible housing and environmental sustainability. Defunding the police Billy Palmer would be a great representative of District 2 and an advocate for many in this city that have gone overlooked for too long! Empathy, business experience, willingness to listen with an open mind, preferably be named something like "Dennis Faris" Knowledge of Glendale history re crime and former successes (think late 80s - mid 90s, Colleen Minson, etc) Open minded Lack of reasonable grocery options in Glendale, open drug deals in the former 7 Peaks parking lot, open drug deals (daylight hours) in the parking lot of the burnt out gas station on 900 W 1700 So A mayor that only gives lip service to the westside and businesses west of ~ 500 east Homelessness and lack of services for those who don't fit in the perfect homeless person box Glendale history all the way back to Germantown then to the WWII bungalows around Navajo Cir Lack of the right types of police and social service support Increased infrastructure Supportive police + social services - our officers need substantial support and help. They also need to have more than 8-12 hrs CIT training before hitting the streets No more large scale developers allowed more influence than citizens - also no backroom deals allowing early access to building lots Length of time in area Familiarity w area Commitment to area NOT LDS - majority of Glendale is no longer LDS, or no longer active Willingness to engage with other councils, with residents, with non traditional residents including unhoused residents Whether the candidate is named Dennis and is part of a multi generation Glendale family Intelligence, education or expertise in urban planning, and compassion. I would also like to see women or nonbinary ethnically diverse people. Equitable and healthy urban development, balancing health, economics, walkability, and happiness. There's an excellent book called The Happy City that everyone on the city council should read and look into. Keeping our neighborhood affordable for the people who already live here, with smart development to allow growth that doesn't push anyone out. Primarily, a person who considers the needs of everyone who lives here, who understands sustainable development. Someone that is community oriented. I would like an individual that has lived in the area for at least 5 years, and that has been involved in the community, not necessarily the Community Councils, as they do not reflect the demographics of the neighborhoods. Someone that has an awareness of the budgeting cycle, and some of the issues around resources, or lack thereof. Homelessness Education Ensuring that District two does not continue to get the bulk of low-income housing, but that it is spread throughout the city. Additionally, making sure that the amenities in District get the same attention as others across the City. The the individual is knowledgeable about the issues in District two. That they are involved in aspects of the community, not just the Community Councils, as they don't reflect the demographics of the neighborhood, and that they are able to get along with others. Concern for those of us without shelter. Passion for creating communities without need for police. Lack of resources. Access to housing. Access to mental healthcare. Access to physical healthcare. The Council should consider the applicant's dedication to protecting, sustaining, and invigorating suppressed communities, such as indigenous people and people of color. Constituent Answers to the District Two Vacancy Survey Page 3 Responsive, respectful, proactive, puts residents’ needs/wishes first before his/her own agenda. Overdevelopment encroachment into residential area. Homeless camps. Look at the effects TSA development has for the surrounding residential areas. Do not choose someone who the Council agrees on issues. Choose someone who is good for the neighborhood. Otherwise why would you ask for residents’ input? RECEIVED SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION MAY APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT CITY RECORDER CITY COUNCIL VACANCY DISTRICT TWO SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED BEGINNING MONDAY,APRIL 26 j T DEADLINE: Monday,May 10 AT 12:00 p.m.Noon Applications must be submitted in person to the City Recorder's office no later than Monday,May 10,2021 at 12:00 p.m. Noon Name: ALEJANDRO "Ale" PUY Home Address: City: Salt Lake City State: Utah Zip: 84116 Telephone: 385-270-8684 Email address: ale@alejandropuy.com The City Recorder's Office will accept applications in person(observing social distancing and mask requirements)at the temporary office of 349 South 200 East, Suite 100 during the following times: Monday,April 26 through Friday,April 30,8:30 a.m.—5:30 p.m. Saturday,May 1,9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. Monday,May 3 through Friday,May 7,8:30 a.m.—5:30 p.m. Saturday,May 8,9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. Monday,May 10,8:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m. I swear or affirm that I meet the legal qualifications required for candidates of this office: a. Registered voter of the municipality. b. Have resided within Council District Two for 12 consecutive months immediately before the date of the appointment and remain a resident of District Two throughout the term of office. c. In accordance with Utah Constitution Article IV, Section 6, a mentally incompetent individual, an individual convicted of a felony, or an individual convicted of treason or a crime against the elective franchise may not hold office in this state until the right to hold elective off-ice is restored under Sections 20A-2-101.3 or 20A-2-101.5. Salt Lake County Election Offices will verify voter registration before submission to the Salt Lake City Council for consideration. State of Utah ss County of Salt Lake Si '_t,re Subscribed and sworn to before me b 20 1 y 1 on this day of o ary Publi WINDY.lrMSH066 over s My Commission Expires on. f May 28, 2024 Comm. Number: 712253 Applicants are invited to include a letter of interest and resume to highlight their qualifications for the position. If recommendation letters are provided, please email the letters to slerecorder sic ov.com.All information provided will become part of the public record. Applicants may not be employed by Salt Lake City if selected for the vacancy. All information must be submitted prior to Monday,May 10 at 12:00 p.m. Noon. Responses to the questions below will provide the Council initial understanding of you and your goals. 1. Why are you interested in serving on the City Council? PLEASE-SEE ATTACHED rr r::. • 4: a M .• r SCAN QR CODE WITH YOUR PHONE CAMERA 2. What skills and/or qualities will you bring to enhance the effectiveness of the Council? PLEASE-SEE ATTACHED I.Why are you interested in serving on the City Council? I am putting my name for this position because I relate with a district that is 50% latin american, in large part immigrant or immigrant descent, a district where many that started with little, or even still have little to their name, a district that won't be confused by my accent and my strange arm gestures, a district that understands my journey. The west-side is the future of Salt Lake City, a city more diverse, multicultural, where most started in different places and under different circumstances but want to get to the same place. I want to serve, give my time, and energy to this position because I believe in local government as a tool for change. It is here where city programs and policy can impact the most people. Many of my neighbors are struggling, from worsening food and economic insecurity, getting behind on rent or mortgage payments and the fear of homelessness, to issues with transportation, and the horrible impacts of COVID-19 that are disproportionately affecting people on the west-side and will cause long-term damage in our community (ie. the lowest rate of vaccination in the west-side is very dangerous). I empathize with my neighbors because I am one of them, we are in this together, and because of it I am motivated to do more, I am encouraged to show up and make a difference, I want to turn those struggles into triumphs. As all of you well know, 2020 was a very challenging year for most of us, individuals, businesses, and of course our local government. It reminded many that it is this government that picks up the "tab" when things go badly. 2020 highlighted and even worsened some recurrent issues in our city. My district saw one of the most visible increases in homelessness since Rio Grande, an issue that pitted neighbor against neighbor (some being unsheltered neighbors), many advocating for harsher measures as a solution. As a concerned neighbor, joined a meeting that was organized by our former council member because I wanted to do something to help, and add my energy and time into a very complex issue. We met regularly, collected garbage together, and messaged the city when specific services were needed. It built a stronger bond between neighbors. Homelessness is one of my main concerns, for its effects on the communities and businesses but never forgetting those in the streets are people and many are struggling with compounded issues that can't be solved with a night or a week in our county jail but deserve our care and attention_ I know homelessness is a key issue for this council, as shown by your actions (with the continued funding and streamlining of the affordable housing loan program, making sure there are no funding gaps, opening a winter shelter and temporary shelter in my district, airport inn, the expansion of the Downtown Ambassador program that is doing miracles, funding money to pay for more social workers and recently the release of new plans for a tiny home village) and I want to be part of solving our communities problems by tackling them at their root cause. The west-side has always been where people in our city bought their first house, but even in the west, finding affordable housing is becoming more and more challenging. I know that this council (and as the RDA) is working hard to find solutions and funding for this problem even when it feels policy can't get ahead of it. But I know it is making a difference! As you know, Utah and the west-side are seeing a property price jump, that is translating (and will to a worse extent soon) in higher rents and people being priced out of their own properties. These changes will push disproportionately disadvantaged communities into even worse situations moving away from the city, longer commutes, less disposable income, less time to spend with family, and even homelessness). There is a lot to do to find the happy place between revitalizing a community to root out concentrated poverty and its dangers, while incentivising entrepreneurship, healthy and affordable neighborhoods. For many years, home-buying felt like an unattainable luxury. Today, as a new homeowner, I hope to add my voice to help those that feel this goal to be impossible. There are many challenges ahead of us, but also many opportunities. These issues aren't the only ones that are in my mind, the large neighbor to the north of District 2, the Inland Port, that will disproportionately affect people in the west-side needs a strong but respectful voice at the table. The poor connectivity west-east, the removal of barriers that divide our city, reliable and affordable public transportation, better city infrastructure, and open space to name a few. While I don't claim to bring solutions to all these problems, I bring to the table an open mind and goodwill to get things done. District 2 and 1 have the same background, and we are looking towards the future with the same hope. If selected, I am excited to continue the vision of those that preceded me, to make the west side a more fair, embracing community, that is connected and growing, where fewer people and hopefully none) sleep in our streets and continue to foster that great feeling of being proud of our own neighborhood. I want to make sure that I am also the voice for those that aren't hopeful and are disappointed. I believe that by hearing their voices we can build solidarity that will translate into a better, more inclusive, sustainable community. 2. What skills and/or qualities will you bring to enhance the effectiveness of the Council? I've been involved in the research, drafting, and consensus-building on dozens of bills and ordinances. My experience with government, policy, budgeting (both in government and in the private sector), and budget analysis, makes me ready to pick up the torch and keep moving forward. I am also a successful entrepreneur and I understand what it takes to build an idea from scratch. 1 am a planning and zoning nerd that loves to read about projects, what the different points of views are, and how each piece fits in the overall master plans. I am a natural problem solver. I continuously strive to find consensus while pushing for a more progressive view on old and new issues. I bring to the table years of networking, extensive relationship building, and the personality of a very passionate person that is ready to be engaged in civil discussion. I am bringing to the table courage, patience, and also, a never ending string of questions. I understand the role of the council, the role of a councilmember, and how consensus, disagreement, and good-will are part of the process of governing. I bring to the table a fresh, positive, and creative mindset to get things done but more importantly I bring to the table the experiences of being raised by a struggling single mother that never gave up! I bring with me the experiences of becoming a new American, the experiences of having to work two or three jobs to make it to the end of the month, the experiences that policy is one of the greatest tools our society created to make the lives of those struggling better. I wouldn't be here without these experiences, and without those that helped me directly and indirectly. These experiences are the driving force that will inform any and every policy decision I make. ALEJAN DRO PUY WORK EXPERIENCE 2016-CURRENT GRASSROOTS UTAH STRATEGIES CORP. dba LANDSLIDE POLITICAL COO - POLITICAL DIRECTOR- CO-FOUNDER Landslide Political, a Utah Corporation, has grown from a small Utah consulting shop to a company that employs between 200-1000 every year, alejandropuy.comwith offices and staff in two states but with reach beyond that.A company that strongly believes in putting people first by paying living wages u ale@alejandropuy.com our human capital is key in providing quality services to our clients. Plan and oversaw the largest field operation in the history of the state for the Better Boundaries Ballot Initiative.Managed 5 dozen clients in 6 states, from city council and mayors to US Senate races.Ran ballot Initiatives and campaigns in Colorado (Caring for Denver-Passed / Grey Wolf Reintroduction-Passed/Jahn Hickenlooper ballot access and race-Won Colorado Statewide coordinated in 2020 and 2018-pinked up the largest seat gain in the history of the Colorado state,and one dozen other races for EDUCATION & MEMBERSHIP the State House and Senate),in Alaska for US Senate candidate Al Gross and currently, in Seattle for Compassion Seattle a homeless resources B.A, POLITICAL SCIENCES ballot initiative. BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY 2011 2016- MIKE WFINHOLTZ FOR GOVERNOR Member of LULAC and NAACP COMMS & MINORITY OUTREACH DIRECTOR Created and applied a media campaign strategy over many platforms, including TV,Social Media,and other forms of advertising.Drafted press releases and organized press conferences, Oversaw a $150,0oo advertising budget and managed an office of bloggers, social media VOLUNTEERmangers, content creators, and coordinated all media strategies. Researched policy/media implications with a goal of mobilize and engage volunteers and voters.We were able to build up to this date one of the SALT LAKE CITY SCHOOLS largest door-to-door canvassing efforts (paid and volunteer) ever in a state-wide campaign. Organized an informaldrive to purchase banners to be placed 2015-2016 SALT LAKE LEGAL DEFENDER ASSOCIATION studentsCOVID-19 pandernic to inform parents and r• •• r other APPELLATE ASSISTANT needed services. Acted as the administrative support for seven appellate attorneys and as their personal assistant.Tracked over 160 cases for the office and provided COUNCIL ON DIVERSITY AFFAIRS continued updates to the chief appellate attorney.Oversaw appellate brief compliance with the Utah Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court.SALT LAKE COUNTY Created and implemented a consolidated system to track appellate forms, UBCOi I i H track projects,cases and documents.Assisted in the creation of systems rl"047HIAIP 2018 to improve productivity and internal tracking of cases,and workload. Worked closely with the Director in setting goals of inclusion,institutional reform,and racial 2013-2015-SL VALLEY LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICE AREA justice ` to identify systemic failures and STAFF RESEARCH ASSISTANT provide Provided administrative support fora$28 mlIion special service district. CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM1 Tracked all legislation that impacted the organization and provided weekly LAW CEMENT MMITTE updates to the board regarding the status of legislation.Complete legal research to support the organization's attorney in collecting delinquent feeOARInt payments and refunding overpayment to account holders.Complied with Identified and crafted policy recommendationUtah Open and Public Meetings Act and processed any Utah Government on policy and practice toRecords Access Management Act requests. eliminate racial + ethnic disparities justice system.Coordinated with the and 2011-2015 SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCILDistrictattomeys. office ways to utilize community d practices to ensure safetyRESEARCH ASSISTANT accountability, Encouraged + Researched ordinances,state laws,and best practices to satisfy request school policing as• career. from nine-member legislative body and its central staff. Maintained confidentiality regarding legal,policy and political issues.Worked directly FRANK CORDOVA TURKEY DRIVE with the office of the Chair of the County Council to assist in the Assisted organizers with marketing and designpreparation of the council agenda and special projects. Assisted the to create a _ successful drive for those in Council's Director of Legislative Affairs during the legislative session need living in the west side of Salt Lake City.tracking the impact of dozens of bills,Researched and drafted policy briefs r r on various topics. Public Record Disclaimer The information you provide on your midterm vacancy is a public record,and all your information will be published, posted,or otherwise publicly accessible. Utah Code §63G-2-305(52)allows you to make your residential and mailing address a protected record if you provide an alternate address or phone number. If you would like to make your residential and mailing address a protected record,please complete the following fields: N Yes, I would like to make my residential and mailing address a protected record. Name: Alejandro Puy Please contact me using the alternate address or phone number: Alternate address: OR Alternate phone number: 385-270-8684 over Ow s Salt Lake City Dear Salt Lake City Council: May 7, 2021 I am writing to you today to formalize my application to fill the vacancy in District 2 that was triggered by the recent departure of councilmember Andrew Johnston to be the city's new Homelessness Director. Because I think it is hard to fully understand a person by just reading a few paragraphs and a document that lists accomplishments, I wanted to preface this application with a quick letter. I've lived in Salt Lake City since 2011 and like many, I moved several times chasing neighborhoods that were safe, connected, walkable with affordable rents.This city embraced me, a brown, heavy-on-accent, former LDS, queer, and mischievous immigrant that wanted to be part of a community and do something to use my own talents for good. In this city I built a network of friends and acquaintances, I was able to finish a long immigration process. Become a citizen and vote. Build a career and start a business. l was able to buy a house, rescue a beautiful dog, and spend every single minute of free time pulling weeds from my yard. This city is home. You know how much I love this city by just listening to me brag about it to almost every person I meet in other states. When writing about my own experiences and what accomplishments qualify me for this position I am obviously tempted to highlight my hard earned degree, my career, my network, my relationships, and my work, and volunteerism, but I decided to focus on things that you can't get from my resume. To know that I have the passion to get things done and that my heart is in the right place. want to be a councilmember not as part of a collection of accolades to hang on a wall but because I want to be part of the solution that could allow a single mother like mine access to an affordable rent to call home and raise a family. I want to make sure the parents in our neighborhoods can continue to access and enjoy even better green open space for them and their children. I want to be part of the process that allows that person, right now, living in a tent by the Jordan River trail to have access to the resources needed, and be able to excel. I want to make sure that we build on the beautiful diversity we have and continue building a community that cares about each other. I appreciate your time to put together this process. I am looking forward to the experience and if you so choose, the opportunity to serve alongside you. Thank you for your work and service. OAe-- Alejandro Puy - Candidate for SLC Council District 2 385-270-8684 Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 10:17 AM To:Trishman, Cindy Lou Cc: Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Salt Lake City District 2 Applicant Alejandro Puy Hello! Alejandro Puy registered in the district in March 2020. He is an active registered voter and I can see that he has voted in this district since June 2020. He is registered as Alejandro Puy-Echegaray. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks! 4w Michelle Blue Administration/Finance Manager j Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-4 68-7425 SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From:Trishman, Cindy Lou <Cindy.Trishman@slcgov.com> Sent: Friday, May 7, 2021 2:35 PM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Cc: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Subject: Salt Lake City District 2 Applicant Alejandro Puy Michelle, Please verify if the applicant Alejandro Puy is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible, the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12-month residency requirement. Please reply all to this email. Thank you for all of your help. CINDY Lou TRISHMAN Salt Lake City Recorder RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 8oL535.6223 8oi.859.8873(cell) 1 To:The Salt Lake City Council From:Alejandro Puy On:5/12/2020 Re:District Two Vacancy - Questionnaire Answers 1.What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? Let me start by saying that the west side and specifically District 2 is the greatest place to live in this city (no disrespect to all your districts).This is truly a wonderful place.You just need to walk around in our neighborhoods,parks,trails,and shop in the many stores to appreciate and notice a little bit of Mexico,Peru,Cuba,Tonga,and many other wonderful cultures.This diversity makes this area a great place to live. That said,District 2 is facing many issues,some recurrent,and some highlighted by the current pandemic.I would like to focus right now on homelessness,housing affordability,concentrated poverty, air quality, reliable transportation, and the low rate of COVID-19 vaccinations. Homelessness:While this isn’t a problem that is unique to District 2,we have seen this issue escalate recently particularly by the pandemic.Hundreds of people gathered (and many still do) under overpasses,in medians,in river paths,and on sidewalks.If our city wants to see lasting progress,homelessness needs to be addressed at the root of the issue,while also getting other cities to be part of the solution.I strongly believe that if we can further address this issue,we will see people move ahead in life.It really is hard to think about looking for a job or accessing some resources when you need to think about staying warm at night.My neighbors and myself appreciate the city’s commitment on this issue,but that hasn’t stopped the frustration of many of my neighbors.But this frustration has created a stronger sense of community between the neighbors.Now they are looking after each other,they know each other's names.Collect garbage together,are in constant talks about how to improve things,and are ready to help each other.This challenge has opened new opportunities,and I can’t wait to see what we can accomplish together. Housing affordability:Due to stagnant wages,COVID,lack of economic mobility and opportunities,with a fast-growing housing market that is becoming more and more expensive by the minute,many in District 2,and the west side are struggling to pay rent,and afford a place to call home that is close to work,near good schools,open space,and close to what is to many a familiar culture.This council’s commitment (and the RDA)on this issue is key and we need to continue the focus on affordability.It is important that the RDA keeps its focus on the Community Land Trust program to allow for more affordable units while allowing more residents to access affordable property through ownership and lease,build equity,and improve their properties.The west side should be the focus when growing affordable housing stock (including deeply affordable, affordable, and mixed projects). Alejandro Puy - Candidate for District 2 Vacancy -PAGE 1 Concentrated poverty and the appearance of safety (yes I added to this topic).Many in District 2 suffer from extreme poverty.Some kids are going hungry at night,yes,here in our city. Not only this has many consequences in our future,but I can’t even fathom the pain that is going through these mothers when they see their kids suffer.I understand that our city can’t solve all our problems,nor has the resources and funding but our city can be a stronger actor in connecting people with needed resources.In general,children that grow up in densely poor areas face many barriers to academic and occupational opportunities and achievement.I wanted to also quickly talk about safe neighborhoods and the appearance of safety.Safety is a feeling,and as a feeling people vary on their interpretations of it.In the west side we have some pockets of crime,and concentrated criminal activity,like in many other areas,and some also have a generalized feeling that the west side is just plain unsafe.I don’t agree with this generalized feeling while I acknowledge that there is some space to improve.I appreciate this council and administration that has funded extra policing hours in some of those areas,the extension of the downtown ambassadors to the North Temple corridor and the access of social workers. Air quality:This is the issue that no person in Salt Lake County can ignore.The data also shows that the west side will be disproportionately affected by the Inland Port and the additional pollution it will bring.The people on the west side will continue to pay with their health unless we stay firm protecting our residents.I appreciate the focus from this administration and this council to keep the conversation going.Not to walk away from the table and to achieve progress.I also want to thank this administration and council for their focus to plant thousands of trees on the west side over the next few years,and the request for additional resources to monitor air quality so we can have more data to inform your decisions. Reliable transportation:is another key issue for many in District 2.Some need to go to a job interview,to do grocery shopping,go to a clinic,or to find some information on needed services. It is hard to do much when a trip that should be 15 min takes 45 and it's unreliable and maybe even unaffordable for many.Furthering the connectivity and access to reliable and affordable transportation between the West-East is key to open the opportunities for many of my neighbors. The low rate of vaccination of COVD-19:is going to be a crippling issue for the west side and specifically District 2.While the numbers are slowly increasing,it is still very significant that the two zip codes with the lowest vaccination rate are in District 2.If we can’t tackle this issue fast, the west side residents will continue to suffer healthwise and economically from the effects of COVID-19.This community can’t afford this issue to continue and we must make this a key priority for our city, our county, and our state. 2.What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? Alejandro Puy - Candidate for District 2 Vacancy -PAGE 2 The Community Connection Center,that joined efforts between social workers, Homeless outreach team members,and police.This program connected people that needed services with those available services,from housing assistance,and employment resources,to case management and therapeutic intervention while at the same time relieving the stress on our city police officers.I hope this council continues to support this program,not only with the funding request for an additional 6 social workers in the proposed budget but continuing to focus this city’s resources in more progressive, and just policing,understanding that jail isn’t the solution to all our problems,but in some cases even part of the problem.I appreciate this administration and council’s commitment to expanding the Downtown Ambassadors to the North Temple Corridor, this is another example of alternative ways to connect people with resources,increasing the city’s visibility, and focusing police resources where they are actually needed. Funding our future.I appreciate this council’s commitment to tackle unmet needs from street maintenance (this year we will see many streets in District 2 being resurfaced due to this money)to creating new funding for safer neighborhoods,and better transit to affordable housing.I am also thankful that the council put this bond forward,and that the voters approved it.Dozens of neighbors in District 2 benefited from down payment assistance for a first-time home,rental assistance,and from the ongoing funding to create more affordable housing developments. Advantage Services.Salt Lake City has contracted Advantage Services to do cleanings in the North Temple Corridor and in other areas of the city.While this company isn’t a program it is a very needed service provided by the city.I have to mention them because I believe that our city’partnership with this organization is beneficial on many levels. Advantage Services provides opportunities to those recovering from addictions,some suffering from homelessness and mental health issues,or have other barriers for employment.Private public partnerships like this one can not only provide a service to our residents but also provide to other residents the opportunity to become self-sufficient regardless of specific circumstances. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? I oppose the Inland Port because Salt Lake City should retain (and should have never lost)land use authority over an area that is 16,000 acres and it is Salt Lake City who should have control over a project that would affect its residents greatly.I am hopeful that the Utah Supreme Court will side with the city on this issue. If the state retains the land authority taken from the city, then the council should: Make sure it is as sustainable of a project as possible.While acknowledging the state has taken the regulatory and municipal authority from the city,and created the Inland Port Authority, we made some progress from the original SB 234,but this progress is not sufficient.If the legal Alejandro Puy - Candidate for District 2 Vacancy -PAGE 3 avenues are exhausted (currently waiting for the Utah Supreme Court to issue its decision)the city should continue to negotiate with the State to reduce the size of the port area and to pay for its negative effects.The state should abide by our city’s goals to reduce 80%of our green gas emotions by 2040,and make sure it meets the goal of net-100%renewable electricity by 2032. It is important to hold the Inland Port accountable by making sure it focuses economic benefit on the west side by creating a family living wage zone for those living near it.These opportunities must be of long lasting,high paying,union manufacturing jobs,where people can enter apprenticeship programs (instead of regular college education)and build a high paying career for them and their families.It is also important that the Inland Port attracts manufacturing jobs instead of fulfillment jobs),these jobs are the present and the future of lifting people from poverty, and giving increasing opportunities. Minimize the negative effects of the inland port.This council and administration is sharply focused on minimizing the negative effects of this port.From traffic congestion,road maintenance,cost on our police and fire services,to pollution and the long-lasting health impacts.The council must continue to push for the codification of rules that will protect the environment (including our wetlands,air quality,light and noise)and ultimately the residents that live close to this area.If it is to happen,it is important that the council continues to build relationships to make this project the best it can be. Continue oversight,request for state funding to mitigate its negative effects and encourage civic participation from west side residents to hold those elected officials in the state level accountable.The council should also make sure the city retains the current two seats on the board of directors to continue to advocate for the residents of the city and specifically the west side.This council should request further monitoring (even with the passing of several encouraging bills,including SB 112 by Sen.Escamilla which authorizes the Inland Port Authority to establish a program to mitigate its negative effects).Those greatly affected by this port should engage in the process and hold those accountable.District 1 and 2 have the lowest voter participation and civic engagement in our city,and this is one of our greatest challenges.This council should make sure west side residents have access to important information regarding the inland port,and should also expand the avenues for feedback by those residents.It is my commitment to this council to work tirelessly to educate myself and my neighbors on this issue and encourage civic participation to hold those accountable. LAST PAGE Alejandro Puy - Candidate for District 2 Vacancy -PAGE 4 SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT CITY COUNCIL VACANCY DISTRICT TWO RECEIVED APR 2 7 2021 SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED BEGINNING MONDAY, APRIL 26CITY RECORDEH DEADLINE: Monday, May 10 AT 12:00 p.m. Noon Applications must be submitted in person to the City Recorder's office no later than Monday, May 10, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. Noon Name 6(2_,rijut ,(),, ; '7 Home Address: / ' City: Salt Lake City State: Utah Zip: c3'tl oLf Telephone:"60/ -1:tz-<:r,3?,, L Email address: bjO\fV]: 0 I A zou~m~,·I ,?cYYJ The City Recorder's Office will accept applications in person (observing social distancing and mask requirements) at the temporary office of 349 South 200 East, Suite 100 during the following times: Monday, April 26 through Friday, April 30, 8:30 a.m. -5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 1, 9:00 a.m. -12 :00 p.m. Monday, May 3 through Friday, May 7, 8:30 a.m. -5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 8, 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Monday, May 10, 8:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Tswear or affirm that I meet the le gal qualifications required for candidates of this office: a. Registered voter of the municipality. b. Have resided within Council District Two for 12 consecutive months immediately before the date of the appointment and remain a resident of District Two throughout the term of office. c. I.n accordance with Utah Constitution Article IV, Section 6, a mentally incompetent individual, an individual convicted of a felony, or an individual convicted of treason or a crime against the elective franchise may not hold office in this state until the right to ho ld elective office is restored under Sections 20A-2-101.3 or 20A-2-1 01.5. Salt Lake County E lection Offices will verify voter registration before subm issi on to the Salt Lake City Counc il for consideration. State of Utah Co unty of Salt Lake ss Sign Subscribed and sworn to before me by~~{!_ ukQ , on this--Z... ::J day of4,,; / 20Z-/ . over Applicants are invited to include a letter of interest and resume to L1ighlight their qualifications for the position. If recommendation letters are provided, please email the letters to slcrecorder@slcgov.com. All information provided will become part of the public record. Applicants may not be employed by Salt Lake City if selected for the vacancy. All information must be submitted prior to Monday, May 10 at 12:00 p.m. Noon. Res ponses to the questions below will provide the Council initial w1derstanding of you and your goals. 1. Why are you interested in serving on the City Council? A+Jr0-0kw.J : ledk <2 -6 ;l'\fue-{i , 2. What skills and/or qualities will you bring to enhance the effectiveness ofthe Council? : wn :I•~ 7, ._,, 4h --= -f ':J,~"'J =;;: 0 .J · V\ Public Record Disclaimer The information you provide on your midterm vacancy is a public record, and all your infonnation will be published, posted, or otherwise publicly accessible. Utah Code §63G-2-305(5 2) allows you to make your residential and mailing address a protected record if you provide an alternate address or phone number. Ifyou would lik e to make your residential and mailing address a protected record, please complete the following fields: f es, I would like to make my res ;dential and ma;I;ng address a prntected reconl. Please contact me using the alternate address or phone number: Alternate address: ------------------------------ OR Alternate phone number: 3 b I -y '-{ 2 -:=s 3 z~ over Benjamin C. Wood Work Experience Salt Lake City, UT 84104 Jan . 2021-present Sweet Streets SLC Salt Lake City, UT Member, board of directors: Promotion of and advocacy for pedestrian- first and resident-centric design in public spaces . April 2020-present Various media outlets Salt Lake City, UT Freelance journalist: Expertise in government, public education, urban design, arts and entertainment. Featured in Salt Lake City Weekly, The Beehive, The Salt Lake Tribune, Inside Utah Politics, etc. June 2018-Feb. 2021 Society of Professional Journalists -Utah Headliners Member, board of directors Sep . 2014-April 2020 The Salt Lake Tribune Salt Lake City, UT Government/Education Reporter: Contributed to Pulitzer Prize-winning coverage of campus sexual assault. Founding host of "Trib Talk" Podcast. Feb. 2012-Sep. 2014 Sep. 2011 -Jan . 2012 Education Deseret News/ KSL Entertainment Weekly Salt Lake City, UT New York City, NY May 2011 Utah State University Logan, UT Graduated cum Laude: B.A. in Print Journalism/Political Science Languages Fluent in Portuguese; able to read Spanish and engage in simple conversation Awards 2019 SPJ Utah Headliners Awards: Best Podcast -1st and 2nd place 2018 SPJ Top of the Rockies Awards : Breaking News Story -1st place ; Education Enterprise Reporting -3rd place 2017 Pulitzer Prize in Local Reporting -Contributing team member Various other state and regional journalism awards between 2011 and present. Benjamin C. Wood Salt Lake City, UT, 84104 Dear members of the Salt Lake City Council, I am writing to express my interest in filling the vacancy in Council District 2. While I have lived in various Salt Lake City neighborhoods, I've had the privilege of calling Poplar Grove my home for the last three years and plan to do so for the foreseeable future. My professional background as a journalist, my volunteer experience in nonprofit advocacy and my personal interests in urban design make me uniquely qualified to represent and advocate for this community. After a decade of reporting on governmental bodies at the city, county, state and federal level, I am intimately familiar with the time commitment, personal obligations and public pressure associated with a position of this nature. I stepped away from full-time employment at the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic last year, and as such am positioned to devote my full energy and attention to council business in the event that I'm selected for this position. District 2 is among the most diverse areas in our state, which demands a councilperson who understands the nuances of policy, the necessity for compromise and who can articulate a vision for the future . No one person can fully embody the richness of District 2, so successful representation requires a willingness to seek out and listen to various and at times conflicting -points of view. My work as a journalist prepares me for this, and I will bring the same commitment to fairness, accuracy and transparency to the council that I have exercised as a member of the press. It is an exciting time for the city. Great strides are being made toward addressing historical inequities, increasing economic opportunities and enhancing the quality of life for residents. I commend the council for its work, and would strive to hit the ground running on day one in advancing these lofty and worthwhile goals. Sincerely, 1 Shafer, Lauren From:Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent:Tuesday, April 27, 2021 1:14 PM To:Solorio, Kory Cc:Shafer, Lauren Subject:(EXTERNAL) RE: Registered Voter Verification - Midterm Vacancy Application Good afternoon! Benjamin Wood registered in the district in 2015. He is an active registered voter and I can see that he has voted in this district for over 12 months. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks! Michelle Blue Administration/Finance Manager Salt Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 SLCo Clerk Website From: Solorio, Kory <Kory.Solorio@slcgov.com> Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2021 12:07 PM To: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Cc: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Subject: Registered Voter Verification - Midterm Vacancy Application Hi Michelle, Could you please verify if this applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible provide the da te they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Also, could you please be sure to “Reply All” when responding to this email. Thank you for your assistance! Respectfully, Kory Solorio, CMC Deputy City Recorder- Operations OFFICE of the City Recorder SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801.535.6226 www.slcgov.com Salt Lake City Council District Two vacancy Questionnaire responses ________________________________________________ 1. What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? Maintaining a reasonable cost of living is a unique challenge city-wide, but I believe it is particularly felt on the west side. Property values are rising, but the typical homeowner isn’t in a position to leverage the equity of their home beyond selling their property and relocating. We don’t want to push our residents out of the city. Instead, we need to empower them to stay where they are, and I believe the city can play a role in helping families derive value from what they own. I’d like to explore new ways to help families qualify for cash-out reﬁnancing, or helping with the upfront costs of creating an ADU or bodega-style business on unused portions of their properties. Perhaps there’s ways to give longterm renters in the city a leg-up on purchasing their ﬁrst home in the ever- competitive housing market. But cost of living goes beyond the literal amount a person pays for housing. For too many residents, successfully living in the city requires the purchase of a personal vehicle. Or they face the opportunity costs of spending hours of their day stuck in trafﬁc or waiting on public transit. The more we can bring elements of life (shopping, working, recreating, transportation) closer to where people live, the less they are required to use up their resources just getting through the day. There’s also the physical costs of living in the city. The pollution in our air is simply unacceptable, and the majority of our streets are simply unsafe for anyone not traveling in a motorized metal shell. With our population growing we can and must do better, but doing so requires a coordinated, holistic and far-sighted approach to development. 2. What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last ﬁve years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? The road diet on 900 West and similar pedestrian-friendly updates being made to public spaces is a wonderful step in the right direction for the city, and deserves to be celebrated. Change will always be met with resistance, but it’s essential that city leaders remain consistent in recognizing and implementing the kinds of urban designs that are proven to enhance quality of life. As I move about the district, it’s exciting to see the creativity on display in projects like the Three Creeks Conﬂuence or the Day-Riverside river park. I’m also encouraged by the increased utilization of assets like the State Fairpark and the Fisher Mansion. District 2 is lucky to have both historic landmarks as well as areas of untapped potential, and I commend the council for its attention on both fronts. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? It’s unfortunate that so much of the discussion around the Inland Port has focused on the controversy around its creation. The state has done what it has done, and it now falls on the city to react, which is not the way this should have happened. Fortunately, there is a great deal of consensus around the project, including its potential as an economic boon to the west side. But making the Inland Port an asset, rather than a liability, will depend on the city making considerable investments in infrastructure, not only around the port itself but also connecting it to the homes of those who will work and do business there. That means not just roads but also ﬁlling in the transit gaps in our residential areas so that residents have a breadth of options traveling to and from the port. A more pressing concern is the port’s environmental impact. I don’t profess to be an expert in those areas, but I believe in deferring to those who are. The city must give its department heads the resources they need to make comprehensive plans around environmental mitigation and preservation. My ﬁnal comment on the Inland Port goes back to its creation. I’ve had the opportunity to spend 10 years as a journalist covering our state government. I know the players involved, I know where the legislative logjams lie, and if appointed to the council I would hope to be an asset in negotiations and compromise with our partners on Capitol Hill in the hope of preventing a similar controversy from being replicated on future projects. Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 11:38 AM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Hi Lauren, Darin Mann registered in the district in November 2019. He is an active registered voter and I can see that he has voted in this district since then. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Best, Michelle Blue w Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 8:48 AM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 www..S..].Cgov.com 1 City Council Questionnaire 1. What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? The top Issues for me would be the Unsheltered Crisis and the food deserts that are prevalent throughout district 2. With the Unsheltered Crisis I have assisted by doing food drives, housing people, and raising funds to house people. I have also started to work with groups doing work on the ground assisting unsheltered folk. I would work to help the Other Side Academy with their proposed Tiny Home Community and help establish a self sustaining community with my background in regenerative agriculture. We could not only solve our Unsheltered Crisis but construct a model that will help our environment and be a model for other communities to follow. To further support this initiative I have already donated $5,000 from a community fund raised to support a tiny home community to increase a spirit of collaboration with this organization and other community members.. With limited access to food along the West Side it has been my mission as Executive Director the Village Cooperative we have created 4 urban gardens that serve a 3 block radius in an effort to build food independence in District 2. As the Council Person for this district, I would incentivise urban farming and gardens to encourage more food independence and create a stipend program for those that creates opportunities for people to establish water wise food gardens. This could help people experiencing poverty on levels we haven’t seen as food scarcity is one of the main stresses for low income families. 2. What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? As a Food Justice Advocate the community gardens established in 2018 make my heart sing. However it has been shown through studies that community gardens are an activity that is only enjoyed by those of a higher income bracket. I would love to expand upon this program and make gardening more accessible to all communities that reside in District 2. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? The top 3 priorities for me with the inland port would be the following: 1.Ensure an EIS is done and followed to ensure our wonderful wetlands are protected. There are over 250 different species of migratory birds that frequent our wetlands and the lake overall is a billion dollar asset that helps the economy of not only our city, but state as a whole. It is imperative that we protect it. 2.Manage construction of the Inland Port to protect the quality of life of those living on the West Side. District 2 will be one of the most impacted district of having an Inland Port. It is important we have proper zoning and planning to ensure the quality of life for residents is not impacted. 3.Maintain constant communication with the Inland Port Authority to ensure the city and residents interests are protected and advocated for.It is no secret the city has had a difficult time getting a seat at the table when it comes to this issue. I think it is important we work on establishing even more dialog with the Inland Port Board to ensure our City has a say on an issue that will impact us the most. Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 11:53 AM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Hello, David Troester registered in the district in October 2009. He is an active registered voter and I can see that he has voted in this district since then. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks! Michelle Blue Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 9:44 AM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 www..S..].Cgov.com 1 DB Troester davidbtroester@gmail.com 801-201-4369 Salt Lake City Council District Two vacancy Questionnaire Questionnaire: Below are three questions that the Council would like you to answer prior to your interview. Please submit your written responses by this Wednesday, May 12 th at 3:00 p.m. to the Salt Lake City Recorder’s office at slcrecorder@slcgov.com. All responses will be provided to Council Members Wednesday afternoon and also included in the public information packet on Wednesday evening. 1. What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? A. Security in the neighborhoods is the No. 1 issue. I speak from experience and that of my neighbors, which includes home burglaries, auto break-ins, shootings and illegal drug use by teens, gang members and those experiencing homelessness. I’ve also been threatened a couple times while on the Jordan River Parkway Trail. My neighbor’s house was broken into a couple months ago and police response time was 50 minutes. I’m in favor of police reform but I oppose defunding. We need to fully staff the department and provide better training and new policing techniques, with better accountability, which I realize the city has begun. We need to reduce response times and institute smarter policing by providing the force with the resources to become better. This approach is controversial, but I have neighbors who drive to Sugarhouse Park and Liberty Park because they don’t feel safe in our westside parks. It’s a shame. B. Infrastructure is abysmal. Fact: my street has not been paved in over 30 years. Sidewalks in District 2 are cracked and upheaved. Streets are potholed and broken. Curbs, gutters and sewers need work, as well as public infrastructure across the board. If we have to incur debt to rebuild city infrastructure, do it while interest rates are low and find ways to retire other debt and make cuts in other areas. In the public’s eyes, infrastructure decay is a sign of mismanagement and neglect. Should the city subsidize golf courses and pay for public art while our streets crumble? Among the many priorities, infrastructure has to take precedence. I know we can find creative ways to get it done. C. Use and development of public lands needs to be more equitable. I know residents who would like to see more soccer fields in District 2. The city should consider closing a golf course and using the resources to build soccer fields or pickleball courts sought by the Glendale Community Council. Once final use of the Raging Waters site is decided, it can be redeveloped with a public/private partnership. Smarter development, coupled with enhanced security along the Jordan River Parkway Trail, would ensure this parkway and neighborhood parks are open and available for equitable and safer use. For example, there is no lighting in the new Three Creeks Confluence Park. Smart development would include lights. Without them, the park will facilitate illegal activities, especially since a third of the grounds are out of sight from the roadway. I can’t believe planners didn’t put lighting in this new park. Also, there used to be nighttime police patrols along the river parkway. Regular patrols noticeably helped keep crime down and made usage more safe and equitable for everyone. The city should reinstate more patrols. A different approach would be a moratorium on building new parks until existing parks and open spaces are improved and security is ensured. While not a long-term solution, this is worth discussing, particularly if new parks and open spaces on the westside continue to become breeding grounds for illegal activities. D. Meeting the needs of those experiencing homelessness by continuing to provide drug and mental health treatment or housing and job assistance is crucial. But so is enforcement and abatement. When applied evenly and fairly, this is another tool to use with the others. There are underlying factors to homelessness (mental illness and drug addiction), but others choose the lifestyle. For example, in my neighborhood, two homeless camps 200 feet from a children’s playground were left to grow for five months. They became camps for stripping bicycles and other activities. My neighbors felt helpless and abandoned and angered as the city and county abated other more visible camps. Camping, campfires, alcohol, illegal drugs and defecation were commonplace and residents were afraid to use the park . This doesn’t mean we criminalize homelessness, or disavow empathy. Individuals can be assessed on a case-by-case basis. But enforcement is a useful tool to aid the displaced and protect neighborhoods and all constituents. Also, a short-term, secure camp for those experiencing homelessness should be on the table for discussion. Solutions come from discussion and brainstorming and effort and compromise. I’m not saying we should do it, but it should be discussed openly. 2. What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? There are a few successes that come to min d: A. Rebuilding the nonprofit Neighborhood House. This childcare and eldercare facility is a mainstay of the community, meeting the needs of many families with crucial, affordable daycare. The new 57,000-square-foot center is one of the best community upgrades that I’ve seen in the area and will remain an attractive and serviceable fixture and gathering place for years to come. B. A massive, often overlooked project is the Jordan River Parkway Trail bridge spanning the railroad tracks near the Fisher Mansion. This bridge is a marvel of engineering that made the trail contiguous from Utah Lake to Davis County. It’s monumental and praiseworthy! The bridge was pricey, but worthwhile and a good example of multi-government funding. This massive thoroughfare will endure for generations. Every time I pedal over it, I feel the burn. C. A smaller, recently completed project at the base of this bridge is a simple boat ramp into the Jordan River by the Fisher Mansion carriage house . It’s a nice little project that increases access to the river. D. Opened six years ago, the Glendale Branch of the Salt Lake City Public Library is a great project because it has become a community gathering place and a place of learning for children and adults alike. It provides many new programs and services, meeting space, internet access for those who need it, and varied media and information. Knowledge is power and education is the surest way to lift individuals, families and communities from poverty. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? A. I think the city has a solid case in its challenge to the state regarding the Utah Inland Port Authority. Hopefully, the Utah Supreme Court feels the same way. Litigating this case was money well spent. Therefore, I do believe a top priority is pursuing local control of tax revenue and zoning. There are hundreds of millions of dollars at stake as the inland port develops. The city should get as much of that tax revenue as possible to help with other citywide needs. But if the state wins this court case, the city should continue to lobby state lawmakers to get as much benefit as possible. If you can’t beat them, join them. In addition to a greater share of tax benefits, the city should negotiate for more representation on the port authority board of directors to include the District 2 Council member to join James Rogers and Rachel Otto. Three on that board would be a more powerful sway for Salt Lake City. B. Development of the inland port will exacerbate the housing crisis in Utah and steps need to be taken to ensure sufficient housing is available. The city should work with the port authority and other surrounding municipalities to prepare for this coming surge in employees and families who will need housing. Creation of high-density housing zones is one solution. The authority and city should designate land that could facilitate this need within or near the port, to ensure development of adequate and close housing. If outside of port boundaries, new d evelopment could increase city tax base. In all cases, funding for these efforts should be sought from the state. C. Diesel trucks and increased commuters will contribute to air pollution. The city and port authority need to mitigate this through green initiatives, including efficient mass transit to alleviate road traffic, congestion and pollution ; inducements for electric and hybrid vehicles; and use of emerging transportation technologies including electric trucks. High-tech, clean industries should be sought for the port and to help mitigate its energy needs. Industry should be a partner in finding solutions. One thing is certain: With or without the port authority, development will co me to the northwest quadrant and these issues will need to be addressed no matter who controls the land. Infrastructure, housing, transportation and the environment, including air quality, are tied together. Planning for this growth is key to managing it, to ensure minimal impact to the environment, to neighborhoods and to communities. If the port authority remains, the city should lobby the state to provide funds for all these needs as well as a greater share of revenue and more representation on the port authority board. Thank you, DB Troester SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION RECEIVED APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT 11 CITY COUNCIL VACANCY DISTRICT TWO MAY 10 2021 C ) 1 z SZ Tm%0 SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED BEGINNING MONDAY,APRIL 26 CITY RECORDER DEADLINE: Monday, May 10 AT 12:00 p.m. Noon Applications must be submitted in person to the City Recorder's office no later than Monday, May 10, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. Noon Name: Dennis Faris Horne Address: City: Salt Lake City State: Utah Zip.84104 Telephone. 80 1-699-1381 .-- Email address: DennisFaris@gmaii.com The City Recorder's Office will accept applications in person (observing social distancing and mask requirements) at the temporary office of 349 South 200 East, Suite 100 during the following times: Monday, April 26 through Friday,April 30,8:30 a.m.—5:3,0 p.m. Saturday, May 1, 9:00 a.m.— 12:00 p.m. Monday, May 3 through Friday, May 7,8:30 a.m.—5:30 p.rn, Saturday,May 8,9:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. Monday, May 10,8:30 a.m.— 12:00 p.m. I swear or affirm that I meet the legal qualifications required for candidates of this office: a. Registered voter of the municipality. b. Have resided within Council District Two for 12 consecutive months immediately before the date of the appointment and rernain a resident of District Two throughout the term of office. c. In accordance with Utah Constitution Article IV, Section 6, a mentally incompetent individual, an individual convicted of a felony, or an individual convicted of treason or a crime against the elective franchise may not bold offi ce in this state until the right to hold elective office is restored Linder Sections 20.A-2-101.3 or 20A-2-101,5,, Salt Lake County Election Offices will verify voter registration before submission to the Salt Lake City Council for consideration. State of Utah ss County of Salt Lake : Signature fin ySubscribedandsworntobeforerriebybcol"OK Oil this da of 2011- LAUREN SHAFER Notary Public State of Utah My Commission Expires on, Notary Public February,3, 2025 Comm. Number: 716577 over A Applicants are invited to include a letter of interest and resume to highlight their qualifications for the position. If recommendation letters are provided, please email the letters to slcrecorder_@)slcgov.com. All information provided will become part of the public record. Applicants may not be employed by Salt Lake City if selected for the vacancy. All information must be submitted prior to Monday, May 10 at 1 :00 p.m. Noon. Responses to the questions below will provide the Council initial understanding of you and your goals. 1. Why are you interested in serving on the City Council` Please see attached document 2. What skills and/or qualities will you bring to enhance the effectiveness of tlIC Council? Please see attached document r Public Record.Disclaimer The information you provide can your midterm vacancy is a public record,and all your information will be published, pasted, or otherwise publicly accessible. Utah Code §63G-2-305(52)allows you to make your residential and mailing address a protected record if you provide an alternate address or phone number, if you would like to make your residential and mailing address a protected record, please complete the fallowing Melds: 19 Yes, I would like to make my residential and mailing address a protected record. Marne: Dennis Faris Please contact me using the aliter•nate address or phone number: Alternate address: OR Alternate phone number: over Dennis Faris 801-699`1381 8 Salt Lake City, UT Why are you interested h`serving unthe City CouncU? The Poplar Grove neighborhood of Salt Lake City has been my home for almost 20 years, I love the abundant green space, and the diverse cultures and peoples and resources that make up the west side of this city. The close proximity and accessibility of outdoor recreation in this city can not bebeat. There are great strides that must be made to maintain and nurture this diversity,while uplifting the city as a whole. issues that affect this city often have greater impact upon populations of minorities or those of lower socioeconomic statuses.As an ethnic minority and a person of color, my life experiences can help me to bring insight and perspective to Council deliberations. I want this city,and my neighborhood within it,to flourish, My experiences have given me a deep appreciation and knowledge of how the city operates. I am also intimately farnihar with many issues facing this city, like homelessness and affordable housing, and the Inland Port. These things affect not only Salt Lake City, but all the areas surrounding uoaswell. With the Mayor having already submitted her draft proposal of the upcoming city budget, there lnmo time to waste.i believe I have the experience, knowledge,and skills to immediately be an effective representative,of this diverse community.This can greatly benefit the residents of District Z, in addition to the whole of Salt Lake City, What skills and/or qualities will you bring to enhance the effectiveness of the Council? I have a proven track record as a professional listener and communicator, I go to work each day and listen to people as they tell me what they are experiencing.Then l start communicating, sharing information with them so we can both better understand more sides of the situation. If they are having concerns on specific issues, I can draw on my years of experience with Salt Lake City and others to connect them to people, resources and organizations that may help in mutually beneficial ways, I believe in collaboration, because difficult tasks are,made easier with more knowledge and experience and helping hands. We are often trying to achiieve the same goal as others and it hdps us to find that common ground on which we can work together.This common ground can only be found through listening to the needs of others, which I strive for consistently, I have extensive experience working directly and successfully with Community Organizations across and throughout Salt Lake City,giving me a unique and broad knowledge and understanding of issues that impact this city and its residents. I have continuously held leadership roles in many community organiizations for more than a decade, including Poplar Grove Community Council,Westside Coalition, River District Business Alliance,and Salt Lake Community Network. One tough issue ishomelessness.This is a disturbingly complicated issue and I am intimately familiar with the service provider community and its systems and the people they serve.Another difficult issue is the Inland Port that is being pushed forward in my community. I have been involved with this issue since its inception and intend to ensure the neighborhood and its residents are well represented and treated fairly in this project that can have a massive impact on the entire city,state and region. With my breadth of knowledge, experience,and empathy, I understand how difficult it can sometimes be to make significant improvements in the lives nf the residents pf Salt Lake City.This understanding cangr atlyhastemmyabi|hy1u be an effective representative for the diverse communities that reside in Salt Lake City CouncH District 2. May 10, 2021 Salt Lake City Council Salt Lake City Corporation 451 S State Street Salt Lake City, LIT 84111 Dear Salt Lake City Council Representatives, I am writing to express my interest in filling the vacant seat representing Salt Lake City Council District 2. I, Have been pleased to work with many of you over the more than 10 years I have been deeply involved in community issues in Salt Lake City. I am honored to be among such a diverse and talented pool of applicants, but I believe I am uniquely and extensively qualified i to join the Council in this crucial time. I have been Chair or vice Chair for the Poplar Grove Community Council for more than 10 years. l have been a founding Board member of the Westside Coalition, bringing,together all 6 westsi'de community councils to work together on issues like the Inland Port that wilt be positioned within my neighborhood, and have significant impact throughout the state. I have been a Board member of the River District Business Alliance for many years,helping businesses on the Westside to engage on a community level. I have also provided the leadership necessary to reorganize Salt Lake Community Network SLCN),including recently formalizing SLCN`s role as the conduit for Salt Lake City Mayor's administration to be able to interact with and support every Community Organization recognized by Salt Lake City. Throughout my years of service, I have worked very closely with most of the Salt Lake City government to improve neighborhoods for the residents that live in them. In these efforts, I have built relationships,and learned'much about how the city functions.This knowledge will be invaluable,for the person chosen to fill this seat must step into the middle of budget negotiations that can have reverberating impacts for many years. This city also faces many complicated issues that can have grave impact. Issues like homelessness and diversity. In my professional life, I work with sheltered and unsheltered persons alike, helping each to mitigate issues regarding homelessness. I am intimately famillar with the homeless service providers and systems, as well as affordable housing issues, and this knowledge and insight can greatly help the City Council to understand the complexities as you determine the best steps forward on many fronts.As an ethnic minority and person of color, I feel I can be able to represent well one of the most diverse communities in the state. Thank you very much for your consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to work more closely with each of you on an ongoing basis to improve the lives of everyone in District 2 and the entirety of Salt Lake City. Thank you, Dennis J Faris 801-699-1381 fdennisfarism mall.coir7 Dennis Faris 801-699-1881 1 DennisFaris@gaiaii.com I Suit Lake City, UT m..., RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA, UTAH (VOA),SLC, UT Nov 2019—Present Business&Community Engagement Liaison.Collaborate closely as a member of the Sant Lake City Mitigation Team to coordinate any and all available resources to mitigate impacts of issues regarding homelessness in Salt Lake City,especially the areas surrounding the SLC-based Homeless Resource Centers Skilled listener and communicator, effectively resolving many long-and short-term issues impacting sheltered and unsheltered neighbors throughout Salt Lake City HOUSING CONNECT,formerly Housing authority of the County of Salt Lake, SLC, UT Jan 2018—Jun 2019 Landlord Liaison.: Gateway To Housing Program. Recruit and build relationships with landlords and property managers to expand affordable housing options for clients and assist clients to find affordable housing, Successfully housed almost 150 previously homeless clients, more than doubling program projections Strengthened relations with property managers, owners,and clients, which resulted in negotiated leases, notices, fees, payments,eviction prevention, and successful housing placements Coordinated housing options for 28 of 33 displaced residents from The Georgia Apartments within 72 hours of building being condemned, preventing homelessness for those residents Created the single most extensive database of affordable rental units throughout Salt Lake County,which is currently being utilized by case managers and housing locators at many community partners in the region SALT LAKE CHAMBER, SLC, UT Sept 2015—tact 2016 Business Development:Strategically recruit new members to the Chamber through networking, recognizing customer needs, and following through. Develop new methods of member engagement. Interact regularly with C-Suite executives,government officials,funders, community groups,corporate sponsors, and nonprofits. Recognized for consistently developing positive member experiences through a collaborative approach FARISWHEELS SALES & MARKETING, SLC, UT Sept 2001 Sept 20,15 President& Independent Sales Representative:Own and manage all aspects of independent sales agency covering a large geographic territory(CO, UT,WY, MT, ID, NV). Recruit,train, and manage multiple sales reps in different states. Initiated training of retail salespersons to exponentially increase wholesale and retail sales within the territory Developed collaborative and beneficial relationships with wholesale buyers for long term sustainability UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, Colorado Springs, CO Aug 1992 -Sept 1995 Satellite&Wideband Communication Systems Specialist: Install, maintain, and operate Satellite and Wideband communication systems Competently maintained and operated a brand new, multi-billion-dollar, satellite communication system Created and edited detailed technical manuals to aid future operators and maintainers Dennis Farris 801-699-1381 Den grnaiil.corn Sait (Lake City, UT VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE SALT LAKE COMMUNITY NETWORK (SLCN),SLC, UT March 2014—Present Board Chair: Work to empower and enable recognized Community Organizations (CO's)to affect positive change for the benefit of those they represent by educating and promoting communication, understanding, and cooperation amongst recognized CO's and local city, county, and state governments. Successfully restructured organization in 2016, culminating in recent formalization of SLCN being the primary conduit for Salt Lake City's administration efforts to engage and support community organizations POPLAR GROVE COMMUNITY COUNCIL,SLC, UT Jan 2010—Present Board Vice Chair:Advocate on behalf of community on all issues, including affordable housing,transportation, public safety, etc. Collaborate with all levels of City,County, State,and Federal government officials to advocate for positive change, Successfully solicited grants and corporate and government sponsorships to fund an annual grassroots community event of my own design, Groove In The Grove, now in its IV'year and serving over 1000 attendees, exceeding financial goals every year, ensuring the long-term sustainability of the event and the organization WESTSIDE COALITION, SLC, UT March 2018—Present Founding Board Member:Coalition made up of all 5 westside SLC community councils, enabling them to work closely together on larger issues, like the Inland Port. Represent the Poplar Grove community in issues that have a Larger impact throughout the west side of Salt Lake City RIVER DISTRICT BUSINESS ALLIANCE, SLC, UT Sept 2015—Present Board Member: Encourage and support westside businesses that wish to engage on community issues. w Successfully reorganized to further streamline efforts and better represent the intended communities SLC PARKS, NATURAL LANDS, URBAN FOREST,TRAILS ADVISORY BOARD, SLC, UT Sept 2012. —Oct 2018 Board Chair:Advise SLC staff on best use of available resources, including purchasing of property and potential development. Lead meetings and coordinate with staff regarding agenda and priorities. Enhanced already extensive financial literacy by responsibly utilizing bond funds, impact fees,federal grants,etc. to achieve the goal of best serving the people of Salt Lake City HONORS&AWARDS Community Champion, District 2,Salt Lake City 0 Dorothy Richardson Award for Outstanding Council Community Leadership, NeighborWorks Salt Lake Graduate of Westside Leadership Institute 0 National Defense Service Medal, US Air Force Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 12:05 PM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Hi Lauren, Dennis Faris registered in the district since at least 2004(as far as I could go back). He is an active registered voter and I can see that he has voted in this district since that time. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks! Z Michelle Blue r Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 11:33 AM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 www..S..].Cgov.com 1 Shafer, Lauren From: sue ativalu < Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 9:32 AM To:Recorder Routing Subject: EXTERNAL) Letter of Support for Dennis Faris Dear Salt Lake City Council Members, As one of his colleagues, I would like to recommend Dennis Faris for the Salt Lake City Council seat representing District 2. For about a year and a half since November 2019, 1 have had the privilege of working with Dennis as one of his supervisors. Though that may seem like a short time, it has also been during one of the most challenging and stressful times globally. In his role as business and community liaison, he must build positive rapport with business and community residents around the resource centers, gain a better understanding of the concerns they are having regarding issues related to homelessness, and help resolve these issues. Many times, Dennis has been able to address, mediate or resolve a specific concern quickly. But the system and resource core issues related to homelessness do not have a quick fix. So his thoughtfulness about the issues and his ability to share the concerns from our residents experiencing homelessness, the businesses in the area, and the housed residents he is in contact with is extremely helpful. He works alongside our outreach staff to connect our community members experiencing homelessness to vital services and to also hear their stories first hand, which on a broader scale, help us better understand their unique needs and barriers. The pandemic brought on a slew of challenges, and our work environment has been fast-paced with a high volume of work. Dennis has been quick to roll up his sleeves, assist when he's needed, and brainstorm with us better solutions. Beyond working closely with his team and doing a great job at his daily tasks, what impresses me most, is his love and commitment to his community and his desire to find solutions and help ease the suffering for our most vulnerable populations. Because of these traits and characteristics, I think Dennis would do a great job on the City Council. Sincerely, Sue Ativalu 1 Amy J. Hawkins, PhD May 10, 2021 Salt Lake City Council Recorder's Office 349 South 200 East, Suite 100 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Dear Salt Lake City Council Members: I'm writing to recommend Dennis Faris for the current District Two representative vacancy on City Council. I have known Dennis for several years while I've served as Chair of the Ballpark Community Council and as a member of the Gail Miller Homeless Resource Center Neighborhood Advisory Council. I've seen Dennis serve in an extensive variety of community leadership roles, such as leading the Salt Lake Community Network, and as the Business & Community Engagement Liaison for Volunteers of America. While his resume of community leadership is impressive, I urged Dennis to consider applying for the District Two position because of how I've seen him fulfill his professional role for Volunteers of America in the Ballpark community. Dennis attends all Ballpark Community Council meetings, which like other Community Council meetings, are held outside of any traditional business hours and often run until 9:30 pm or later on Thursday evenings. Since the Gail Miller Homeless Resource Center opened in the Ballpark neighborhood in September 2019 and the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020, Dennis has fielded increasingly tough questions on a variety of emotionally charged issues, such as new homeless encampments in the neighborhood and human waste found on public and private property. Dennis remains calm and professional in the face of questioning from folks who can be quite upset and aggressive, offering the potential solutions that he knows are available and connecting community members to further City or County resources if he's aware that they have something to offer the situation. He follows up after and between meetings with thorough, respectful emails. Furthermore, Dennis doesn't check out of the meeting after his portion has ended. Whether it's in person or over Zoom, he remains engaged, asking questions about proposed housing developments for the neighborhood or public safety, bringing in expertise from his other community roles. It's obvious that Dennis is interested in the whole picture of how a community functions, and he's also committed to facilitating other people's understanding of the network of interrelated roles that serve our City. As he maintains good humor in the face of tough questions, it's also apparent that Dennis enjoys the company and varied personalities of others who are interested in the process of community engagement, a characteristic that will continue to serve him and those whom he would represent. Last, I would hope that the Council would give significant consideration to Dennis's professional experience with the community of those experiencing homelessness and the network of government and non-profit organizations that serve them. As the Council seeks to replace former City Council Member Andrew Johnston, it's important to note that Dennis would have the experience to pose some of the same kinds of questions that Council Member Johnston would voice during work sessions and in public dialogue. Finding solutions to homelessness and our affordable housing shortage continue to be some of the most significant issues facing our City. Therefore, I believe Dennis's years of experience in homelessness services would serve not only the community members of District Two, but the City as a whole. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Amy J. Hawkins POPLAR G ROVE May loth, 2021 SLC Recorder 349 South 200 East Salt Lake City, UT 84111 I wanted to write this letter today to endorse Dennis Faris for District 2 interim city council representative. I have worked closely with Dennis for over 10 years on behalf of the Poplar Grove Community Council. In my various capacities from "Joe Citizen"to Chair of the Poplar Grove Community Council, I have seen Dennis'drive,passion, and commitment for community building. Dennis has shepherded Poplar Grove into a more stable group,has instituted various processes to standardize our engagement with the city, and has sustained various ongoing annual events and projects that we do on behalf of the Westside residents in our community. Outside of being actively engaged in our community council, Dennis also runs the SLC Network which seeks to create a support network among the West and Eastside community council groups to better grow and address the concerns that all communities face in Salt Lake City. Dennis always has a pulse on the various issues and events that effect our community; and he helps us navigate the various city departments to achieve shared and common goals. He understands the unique challenges and issues that we currently face such as homelessness, affordable housing,the Inland Port, etc and that their effects will have lasting impacts into the future growth of the Westside of Salt Lake. I believe that Dennis'nuanced view of the current and future challenges and issues we face as well as his thorough going knowledge of city processes and organization will make him a great candidate to represent the interest of all Westside resident living in District 21 would like to support Dennis Faris on his bid to be considered the interim City Council person representing District 2. Respectfully, Erik Lopez, Chair Poplar Grove Community Council 1R "'r 1rr Yr dr,( ra.l"It,l ri;, iirl t,ra i'1 f "'ra 1rr Yradr,( ra.l"1CI 4r 'r rsrr YrJ'dr,( (.. r( r(,;'v( o'j"I(A Dennis Faris 801-699-1381 | DennisFaris@gmail.com | Salt Lake City, UT 1. What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? Inland Port – No matter what happens with the currently pending litigation, this project will have an immense impact on District 2. That impact will reverberate throughout the state and the larger region. Projects this big have a lot of complicated interactions amongst all the governing authorities, so the city must be very careful in how it handles its position. We must stand up in defense of our rights and principles, as Salt Lake City deserves to retain land use authority and tax revenues in the Inland Port area. The resident and business neighbors around the Inland Port deserve to be included in an advisory capacity, at the very least. But we must also be aware of the possibility of heavy-handed action from the state legislature. This will take much finesse to navigate on an ongoing basis. We have managed to do this with the Salt Lake Airport, and I believe we can do it again with the Inland Port. Affordable Housing – Housing prices in Salt Lake City continue to rise, seemingly on a minute-to-minute basis. This has led to ever increasing concerns regarding gentrification, particularly in the neighborhoods of the west side of Salt Lake City. This also greatly affects persons experiencing homelessness. The only ultimate solution to homelessness is a home, and it is currently very difficult to afford one. There must be a myriad of available options to getting and keeping an affordable home. We have to continue the City Council’s valiant efforts to increase the supply of affordable housing stock throughout the city. We could also consider increasing the minimum wage to a living wage, and providing more broad affordability in each new development, perhaps with some form or variation of inclusionary zoning. A recent project has requested from the City Council the ability to maintain an average AMI at an affordable level within their development, rather than a set ceiling that every tenant must stay under. This would allow them increased flexibility to broaden the income range of the residents. The proposed tiny home village is another example. Housing can and should take many different forms, as there is no single pathway to becoming housed. Public Safety – Crime in general is on the rise in this city. Within District 2, we have suffered gang violence and regular street racing. Our police department is suffering from sorely depleted ranks combined with the extreme demands we place on them. As the capital city, we should ensure we are offering a competitive compensation package to be able to draw qualified candidates into public service and to encourage and enable them to live within our city to be able to foster a sense of pride and ownership in our community. In one respect, Salt Lake City is leading the way with the recent formation of the Commission on Racial Equity in Policing, working to bring to light any best practices we can implement in our constant pursuit of equity for all. 2. What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? The Three Creeks Confluence is a fantastically beautiful public greenspace that daylights the area where Red Butte, Emigration, and Parley’s creeks flow into the Jordan River. This park has a projected completion date of July, 2021 and is an important step in growing the “string of pearls” concept of improved areas along the Jordan River corridor that our entire city will be proud to enjoy. This required cooperation and collaboration among many different stakeholders including communities, nonprofits, and governmental entities, and is a shining example of what can be accomplished to improve a neighborhood when we all work together. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? A big question surrounding the Utah Inland Port since its initial announcement is regarding the possible environmental impact of such a project. We absolutely must do all the appropriate environmental studies to prove what the potential impact would or could be. None have yet been completed and we need this information to be able to make informed decisions about how or if to move forward in a safe manner for our residents. Another major priority is community engagement. The Utah Inland Port Authority must be held accountable by the city and the neighboring residents and businesses to provide much more transparency than they currently do. A positive step would be to reinstate the neighbor resident positions on the Advisory Board. Lastly, we as the city must do what we can to regain control over the tax revenue that will be generated by the area. This revenue will be crucial for the city to support the new infrastructure, including fire and police services, that will be required as the area is developed. Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 10:05 AM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Good morning, Eric Turner registered in the district in March 2019. He is an active registered voter and I can see that he has voted in this district since November 2019. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks! Z Michelle Blue r Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Friday, May 7, 2021 12:00 PM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 www..S..].Cgov.com 1 Eric Turner Responses to City Council Questionnaire - District 2 Vacancy Appointment Dear Council members, Below, please ﬁnd my responses to your District 2 Vacancy questionnaire. Kindest Regards, Eric Turner 1.What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? 1. Competing interests. It would be easy to say that any particular issue is the “greatest issue” facing District 2. Everyone has different priorities based on which issues affect them the most. But I think the biggest issue that any councilperson will confront is not only how to prioritize issues, but what to do when different groups want different outcomes. Based on that, I would say the biggest issue that the Westside will face as the city continues to grow will be the competing (but not always conﬂicting) interests between residents to the east of I-215, and the growing industry to the west. A council member is the representative of all of their constituents, and that includes the businesses in the district as well. It’s critical that the council member over District 2 is able to address the issues that impact both citizens and businesses. As I participate in District 2 community councils, I will also meet with business and industry leaders in the district to see how the city can help meet their needs as well. The city has ﬁnite resources to address the economic issues affecting the residents of the Westside. If we want jobs in the Westside to help the economically disadvantaged and to help address the economic disparity that is contributing to our homelessness, we need to work with business and industry leaders to create jobs. I will have to ﬁnd a balance between when the desires of the residents and when the desires of the industry in the district are in conﬂict with one another. 2. COVID-19 and its economic impact. The economic impact caused by COVID-19 is part of a much larger conversation, but the virus itself is something I can help to immediately address. My ﬁrst action as a new council member will be to get ‘face time’ in front of as many Westside residents as possible, and I will use that time to get them vaccinated. I’ll meet with as many residents as possible at mobile vaccination sites to answer their questions, hear their concerns and help push to get them vaccinated. I will work with the community councils to do the same while attending each of their council meetings (once they’re held in-person again)— and I will push to use my platform to increase vaccination rates in the Westside. 3. Access to affordable housing and addressing homelessness. The city is taking groundbreaking steps with this. I want this to continue, but I also want to place emphasis on more effective transitional support into housing and trauma-informed care and support once individuals are housed. Too frequently, individuals stepping into housing or transition programs experience new traumas as they enter the silence of an empty home and a new phase of their life. Many times, these individuals prefer the chaos of the streets over the trauma of their new environment, and they revert back to homelessness. By having proper transitional care management, we can teach the critical skill of long-term reliance. I would love to work with Andrew Johnston, in his new position, to address this overlooked transitional phase so that when we get people off the streets, they experience long-term self-reliance. 4. Access to water. In laying out the biggest global issues confronting cities of the future, McKinsey & Company shows that chronic stress on water sources will be one of the largest issues of the Anthropocene Age. By 2030 the demand for water is forecast to drastically outstrip supply in large cities across the globe. As our population expands, and climate change leads to less snowfall and/or faster snow melt, I fear that the urban farming District 2 is known for will be drastically affected. I support the city building the new water reclamation facility, and the water conveyance line to expand service. On the council I will continue the initiative to deliver accessible water to residents of the Westside by making the continued upkeep of out water treatment and delivery systems a priority. I will also work with the Metropolitan Water District board to see that residents of Salt Lake continue to have affordable access to water. 5. Digital Access. Broadband is less-accessible to the west of I-15 than everywhere else in the city. This is another global issue identiﬁed by McKinsey & Company, and according to their studies digital solutions can improve some quality-of-life indicators by as much as 30 percent. I will work with the council to implement the Digital Equity Plan in increasing digital access in Westside neighborhoods. 6. Racial Equity. I will work with the council to implement the REP Commission’s report. 7. The Utah Inland Port. Regardless of how the Utah State Supreme Court rules, District 2 is uniquely affected by the creation of the port. I will work with the Inland Port Authority to ensure that we can seamlessly move workers in and out of the Port and that Westside residents receive the training necessary to qualify for the port’s high paying jobs. 8. Education. Education is a multi-generational issue in the Westside. With new jobs being created in the Inland Port, I will work with industry in the Port to identify employment needs and work with the communities to make available any necessary training to qualify for higher paying jobs within the Inland Port. We also need to start at the bottom, educating our youth. Graduation rates at East and Highland Highs are decreasing year after year. Statewide graduation rates are only 77% for those who are economically disadvantaged, meaning that the Westside needs help getting kids educated. That’s important as we move forward into a new economy to have a trained workforce, but also to help spread the economic growth around the city in an equitable way. As council member, I will more aggressively push to see the Westside Master Plan for Redwood Road implemented. This will bring better paying jobs to the Westside which will open up part-time starter jobs for youth which will keep them active and out of Salt Lake’s unhealthy street culture. This will also push the city to develop a youth/family oriented entertainment option somewhere on Redwood Road- the biggest community request for the development of Redwood Road. If our pitch to host the 2030 or 2034 Winter Olympics is successful, I would push for any required event venues to be built between Redwood Road and I-215. This isn’t speciﬁcally directed toward education, but it would allow us to facilitate after-school programs with the venue. (That is a much larger conversation, but would help drive to get our students educated.) 9. Transportation. I will work with the council to implement the long term Westside Development opportunity for Redwood Road by working with the UTA, the county, the state, and West Valley City to extend Trax from North Temple, down the center of Redwood Road. This is a long-term suggestion of the masterplan, but we would be doing the city a favor to think long-term, and not just in 5 year bouts. I will work to get more effective and accessible public transportation to the residents of the city who will beneﬁt from equitable access to it. 10. Pollution. a. Air. If we are going to be a city of the future, we need innovative solutions for moving people from point a to point b. Connecting the Westside to Downtown with Trax will be a step toward this. As a council member, my drive to develop Redwood Road more aggressively, and according to the Westside Masterplan, will do multiple things to address air pollution. First, it will pull development from downtown, decreasing vehicle congestion. Second, extending Trax into communities who will beneﬁt from more accessible transportation will increase its usage. Third, it will create higher paying jobs where people on the Westside live, increasing the walkability of its neighborhoods and getting cars off the road. This is only a drop in the bucket of our air pollution problems, but it’s a start. b. Water. Salt Lake City District 1 and 2 are unique across the region in that they are downstream from the entire Wasatch Front ecosystem. Every poor decision made in regards to water, through both consumption or pollution affects us. Pollution along the banks of the Jordan River is a blight on the Westside. As council member, I will help push the pride in the River District by initiating an “Adopt a River” project where families and corporations can adopt a section of the river and sponsor its clean-up. c. Light. The city has done a good job in placing lights along the river that create minimal light pollution. As further development happens on the Westside, I will continue this push around the District. d. Noise. I’m happy to have seen Mayor Mendenhall announce the push to make the Westside a “no blow” zone for trains. On city council, I will be happy to help get this implemented. 11. Blight. The city is doing a great job developing speciﬁc nodes in the Westside and making them even more appealing, but there is more room for growth. An example is the corner of Poplar Grove Blvd and 900 W. Driving into the Westside from downtown there is a clear demarkation at I-15 between the beautiﬁed downtown landscape and the Westside. I will push the city to beautify major nodes in District 2 to further the sense of pride in the River District and revitalize it. I will also work with the RDA and appropriate city agencies to identify other areas in the Westside suffering from blight and beautify the area to make it a more inviting regional destination. 2.What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last ﬁve years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? A perfect example of a successful District 2 project is the Three Creeks Conﬂuence. The project isn’t even ﬁnished yet and it’s already helping to revitalize the surrounding neighborhoods. Working with the Seven Canyons Trust, it’s created the perfect partnership between the city and the community. The “Daylight” project will and should be used as the standard for other projects bringing our natural waterways back to the surface, beautifying our neighborhoods, reconnecting them to nature and increasing the value of Salt Lake City homes. 3.With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? The speciﬁcs of the Port are still a ﬂuid situation. However the State Supreme Court rules, the Inland Port has been created and it is our obligation as a city council to see to its success. It will be an integral part of is critical to success of the Westside. There are many priorities to see the Port be successful, but three that I think are important are: 1. Partnership. Regardless of how the Utah Supreme Court rules, the city must work with the Port Authority to make it successful. A lot of the success of the Westside depends on it. Whoever will ultimately be in charge, both sides will have to be able to work together for the betterment of the city and Port. 2. Infrastructure. The Salt Lake Tribune has estimated that even at only half of its potential, the Port will add nearly 30,000 more vehicles per day to the road. Driving around the area of the Port you can see the city is doing construction to move those cars and trucks around, but it needs to be a top priority to partner with UTA to create incentivized alternatives to single occupant vehicles so we can minimize the increased pollution this will create. It’s reassuring that The Port has committed to using Green Energy sources, but the city council should do everything in its power to get our people in and out of the Port using public transportation. Also, if there is ever a catastrophic emergency at the Inland Port, it worries me that there isn’t a hospital in the Westside. I lived near the Houston Port, one of the largest ports in the world, when they had an explosion. Having the ability to respond instantly to emergency events at the Port will be critical to the safety of those at the port and everyone who lives in the area. 3. Environmental Impact. People on the Westside are worried about the environmental impacts of the port. Their concerns weren’t taken into consideration by the State when creating the Port. The City should do everything in its power to offset any negative consequences of the Port’s creation. Focusing the city’s Urban Forest expansion in the Westside will help to offset the increased pollution, and combat the pollution that’s already on the Westside. Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 1:16 PM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Hi Lauren, Esther Jackson-Stowell registered in the district in July 2015. She is currently an active registered voter and I can see that she has voted in this district since she registered. Please let me know if you have any other questions.Thanks! t, Michelle Blue w Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 IF, 1ir3r I SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 12:52 PM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 www..S..].Cgov.com 1 ESTHER S. JACKSON-STOWELL 1530 W Indiana Ave., Salt Lake City, UT. 84104 801.449.0551 | esthersjstowell@gmail.com Questionnaire 1. What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? I mentioned my top priorities in my le er of interest to the council. They are 1) Participation in the community and in governance, 2) Neighborhood safety, and 3) Cleanliness of our outdoor recreation spaces. The people I talk to agree that these are the most important issues facing our district. Participation: First, residents should know who their representatives are. Personally knowing our council representative for the past six years has been inspiring and has motivated me to get involved more in my community. I will give others that same opportunity by introducing myself to more people. I will be active in the media, especially in social media. Neighborhood Safety: The children and families of District 2 deserve safe neighborhoods. We all know crime has risen slightly year over year. I will support the police department in their e orts to bring those numbers down. I want to make sure the police who patrol our neighborhood know they have an ally on the city council. The homeless population has also caused some safety problems, particularly in our District 2 parks. Mayor Mendenhall made a terriﬁ c decision to appoint Andrew Johnston as the city’s director of homelessness policy and outreach. There is no be er expert. I wouldn’t presume to know more about this complex issue, and I will pledge my support to listening to our community’s experts, starting with Andrew. Cleanliness of Recreation Spaces: The Jordan River Parkway should be the crown jewel of outdoor spaces in the city. It is far too undersold. I will propose a volunteer task force to address improvements and ideas for making it a cleaner, more inviting place. I want to see people in the river, canoeing, to encourage them to see the potential of the river and get inspired to help keep it clean. We can also harness the many volunteer service organizations in the city to help us clean it. We need programs to keep it systematically clean and ready for enjoyment by residents all over the city. We want residents from all over to visit us in District 2 to enjoy the river. 2. What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last ﬁ ve years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? It’s di cult to choose one, so I’ll se le on three (3). The 9th South bike park has been a great addition to District 2. People come from all over the state to use this park. Our family frequents the park and we love that it has no age limit or skill requirements. It gives non-residents a chance to enjoy the Westside and gives us the opportunity to showcase other aspects of our neighborhood. This was creative problem-solving at its best. Crosswalks improvements, there have been major improvements in the last year all over District 2. One that impacted my family the most was the addition of tra c lights and crosswalks on all four corners of Redwood Road and Indiana. It took about a year, continuous follow up, and some disappointment from an unapproved budget, but the Transportation Director found a way to improve the intersection that has seen its fair share of accidents in the 3 years our children began walking home from school. Groove on the Grove has been a great way to allow members of the community to get to know each other. SLC may not be the typical Utah suburb, but it is precisely why many of its residents choose to call it home. We enjoy our individuality, and cherish opportunities to meet fellow community members in a se ing such as the one this event provides, each year. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? The top priority for me is that the development of the Inland Port beneﬁ ts the residents of District 2. The land in question is, in my view, unquestionable under the purview of the city. Because the port will be in District 2, I will make it my responsibility to ensure that city interests, and particularly those of District 2 residents, are honored. Those interests are neighborhood safety and jobs. I will also advocate for neighborhood beautiﬁ cation. An inland port does not have to be blight. We should aggressively advocate for our standards of safety and beauty anywhere in the city. The state of Utah has wide powers, and it might be that the Inland Port is inevitable. As the city council member representing District 2, the businesses in and around the port, and the families most a ected by its development, I will use my skills to ensure that the city is taken seriously. With the recent hearing, on April 21, 2021, pointing to things that weren’t considered, it’s possible that there’s a lot more that has not been considered. Therefore, more discussions and clarity should be had to reach a common ground for the community and legislature. I am impressed with the City’s grit to ﬁ ght, not just for Salt Lake City, but for all of Utah’s over 200 cities. It’s another reminder of the important role Salt Lake City plays in Utah. Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 3:01 PM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Hi Lauren! Katherine Rubalcava registered in the district in September of 2014. She is an active registered voter and I can see that she has voted in this district for well over 12 months. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks! Z Michelle Blue r Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, April 26, 2021 1:28 PM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 www..S..].Cgov.com 1 May 1, 2021 Dear Salt Lake City Council Members, I am thrilled to write this letter in support of Kate Rubalcava and her bid to represent the residents of district two as a member of the Salt Lake City Council. As a resident of the Glendale neighborhood in Salt Lake's west side for over a decade, and a local business owner, I believe strongly that Kate would represent the needs of our community in new and important ways. Kate has a proven track record of community engagement and leadership, and is well respected by her friends and neighbors for her work in public policy advocacy, community organizing, and nonprofit leadership. Kate would bring this incredibly strong professional skill set to her work as a city councilperson. As a resident of district 2, I have observed the many changes Salt Lake's west side has undergone over the past decade. As our city grows and changes rapidly, we need an advocate for the richly diverse communities of our district and the many critical, and sometimes competing, needs that we bring to the table. This is why I feel so excited and hopeful about Kate's prospects as our representative. Kate knows how to build strong coalitions across differences, and build unity from common interests. I hope we have all learned some important lessons from the past year, as COVID raged through our communities and racial justice uprisings created widespread awakening. It has become clear that strong community leadership is needed, particularly from communities of color. As a latina and an expert on race, equity and diversity, Kate is a strong advocate for the unique concerns of BIPOC folks and brings a critical perspective to the Salt Lake City Council. I hope you will take this opportunity to bring a fierce, fresh new voice to the Salt Lake City Council and appoint Kate Rubalcava to the second district seat. If you have any questions about or Warmly, Mara Haight District 2 Resident May 1, 2021 Salt Lake City Council 451 S State,#304 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 To Whom It May Concern, This letter is intended to convey my support for Kate Rubalcava's application for the Salt Lake City Council District Two vacancy. By way of introduction, I have lived in Council District Two for over 20 years. I previously served as the Chair of the Poplar Grove Community Council for over 5 years. Currently, I co-Chair the Poplar Grove Neighborhood Alliance, a project of Crossroads Urban Center to address and eliminate the root causes of poverty and other injustices within the boundaries of the Poplar Grove Community. I have known Kate Rubalcava for over 20 years, when our paths crossed on the Salt Lake City Weed and Seed program as committee members,working to improve safety factors for our community. This was accomplished through collaborating with law enforcement, community agencies, and residents to help reduce gang activity,graffiti, and prostitution,while promoting positive activities for adults and youth to build connections and enhance opportunities within the community. Kate's entire professional career, and her volunteer work with a variety of community agencies, has prepared her for this position. Kate served as program coordinator with the University Neighborhood Partners program where she was instrumental in developing a resource manual for participants in the Westside Leadership Institute. Kate also served two years in the Peace Corps, helping improve the lives of residents of Nevis, in the West Indies. She served as a Community Learning Center Coordinator for the City of South Salt Lake, where she was responsible for a myriad of activities for both students and adults. Currently Kate is the Chief Executive Officer at the Utah Nonprofits Association, an organization that strives to strengthen the Utah nonprofit community in the hopes that they may all work together to create a dynamic group of organizations to provide services and supports to the entire community. Kate has helped the association to grow both revenue and assets during her tenure. She has launched race, equity, diversity, and inclusion work into the organization, with is critical at this time in our community. I truly believe that Ms. Rubalacav's extensive professional and volunteer activities makes her an outstanding candidate for the Salt Lake City Council District Two position, and I encourage you to support her in this effort. Please feel free to contact me if you have any additional questions. Sincerely, N-a Mike Harman Dear Salt Lake City Council, As you are considering candidates to fill the vacancy left by Andrew Johnston, I ask that you strongly consider Kate Rubalcava for the position. I grew up with Kate here in Glendale and loved watching her lead our community through service driven by her great love for her Westside community. While I know that the list of candidates in front of you has many outstanding community servants, I feel that Kate is the right choice at this time for the work that you all have in front of you. Kate has spent all her adult life working in community and social justice work. She truly understands the unique needs of our community and her exceptional ability to deeply listen to the needs of the community and to act is what we need on the council right now. Her work at Community Action Partnership of Utah and Neighborworks will help her bring new ideas to the table and shape policy to help the epidemic of gentrification that is quickly driving out the families of the Westside. Glendale, Rose Park, and Poplar Grove have long been home to refugees and New Americans. It has been a welcoming haven for those who are beginning their journey in this country and provided an affordable place to raise their families. Unfortunately, it is quickly becoming unaffordable and many who have spent their whole lives here are being forced out. It has long been said that the rich diversity of our community is our crowning jewel. We need Kate at the table to come up with ways to keep home prices stable, which in turn keeps property taxes affordable, while expanding opportunities for appropriate and affordable housing that will fit in culturally with our neighbors. Kate’s work on the Police Civilian Review Board will help shape policy and budget decisions as the board responds to the urgent pleading of the community to reform our policing system. She knows the devastation experienced by our community from unchecked police force. As a long-time resident of the Westside, I know that the environmental health and its impact on the community is important to Kate. She is frequently found enjoying the Jordan river trail and is well aware of the disproportionate load we bear of environmental pollution from chemical and industrial facilities on our side of town. Kate’s ideas about mitigating these disparities are vital to the board. Kate’s work as a Community Learning Center Coordinator shows that she can roll up her sleeves, serve, and connect community members on a grassroots level. Her work as the Chief Executive Officer at Utah Nonprofits Association, shows that she can serve a large diverse group of organizations and creatively meet a variety of needs. She is organized, aware, and focused on finding the best result for everyone. I am impressed with Kate Rubalcava’s dedication to our community and her track record including her service in the Peace Corp, Catholic Community Services, University Neighborhood Partners, English Skills Learning Center, and many more shows that. Please consider choosing Kate to represent us here on the Westside. As a member of District 2, I know she is the best person for the job. Amy Jordan May 6, 2021 The Honorable Amy Fowler, Chair Members of City Council Salt Lake City Council 451 South State Street Room 304 Salt Lake City, UT 84114 Dear Members of City Council, Katherine (Kate) Rubalcava is a resident and strong advocate for District 2 and I offer this letter of recommendation in support of your selection of Kate as its next Council representative. By way of introduction, I am currently a member of the Salt Lake City Airport Board and have retired from a thirty-year career in government at the local and federal levels. I have known Kate since 2015 when I served as the Search Committee Chair when she was hired as the Chief Executive Officer of the Utah Nonprofits Association (UNA) and I have served with her on the Board of The English Skills Learning Center as a colleague so I have observed her from various aspects. She brings the ability to develop consensus without diluting the quality of a decision. With strong analytical skills she understands financial and budget information and has had experience in making tough decisions. She has led UNA through these difficult Covid times and has even strengthened UNA's financial stability. I am familiar with District 2 through my volunteer and nonprofit work. It is clear to me that Kate loves the people of the District and will be their voice. She will support an environment to strengthen and grow businesses.She is articulate and collegial. As Council Members you have some of the most difficult decisions to make for our City and Kate will be a colleague that is trustworthy, intelligent and hard-working.You could not make a better choice than Kate Rubalcava for District 2 and for Salt Lake City. Sincerely, Cynthia D. Miller May 7, 2021 Hello, my name is Alicia Suazo. I am writing a letter of support for Kate Rubalcava for City Council, District Two. I have known Kate since 1988. 1 met Kate and her family when we moved back to Salt Lake City in 1985. Don and Debbie, her parents, raised Kate and her sister,Devon, in the Popular Grove area and Kate has since bought a home in the Glendale area. Making her a true West-Sider. Kate knows the issues that concern her district and I feel she is qualified and committed to advocate for the enrichment, growth and development of District Two. Kate has an advantage, she grew up and lives in the district she hopes to represent. Kate's current position as Chief Executive Officer, Utah Nonprofits Association has given her many opportunities to listen and deal with wide range concerns. That experience will carry over to her responsibilities as councilwoman when dealing with her constituents and co-council. She is articulate, knowledgeable and determined. Her community development and educational experiences will assist her in this position if she is selected. Kate has a sense of community, you can see it in her dossier. She lives what she believes. Good luck in your selection, I know if Kate is selected to represent District Two you will have a councilwoman who is dedicated to our Great City. Shafer, Lauren From: Danielle Susi-Dittmore < Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 6:27 AM Subject: EXTERNAL) In support of Kate Rubalcava, District 2 Categories: Council Vacancy Dear Councilperson, My name is Danielle Susi-Dittmore and I live in the Glendale neighborhood within District 2. As a Salt Lake City resident. I wanted to write to offer my full and unwavering support for Kate Rubalcava, who has applied to fill the District 2 seat. Kate and I both serve on the Glendale Community Council steering committee and I believe she would make an exceptional councilwoman for our city. Kate cares deeply about our neighborhood and the city at large. She is a patient and open minded listener and steadfast in her values. She is respectful, intelligent, supportive and responsible. Kate lives just around the corner from me, and I'm grateful for it. Her house is along the route that I walk with my dog every day and we often get a chance to catch up, talk about district issues, and check in with one another. Kate is the kind of person you hope you'll run into because her warmth and energy make you feel valued. In her day-to-day work, Kate is the CEO of the Utah Nonprofits Association, where she leads a dynamic team that diligently works to provide training and resources, cost savings benefits, and sound nonprofit-friendly policies and legislation on a state and federal level. She is currently leading the board and staff in the organization's quest to be a Race, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI) focused organization. This is the kind of energy and hard work I hope she'll be able to bring to our city council. Outside of her standard position responsibilities, Kate serves on a number of volunteer boards and councils, including the Alumni Leadership Council for Salt Lake Community College, where I am a professor and administrator. She recently offered our student leaders a conversation focused around leadership and service that provided transformational key points in their own educational success. I know Kate is willing to put in the time and the work and the energy to make her district and this city a place where citizens will want to live for a long time, and where others will want to move to. I have no doubt that she will be an excellent steward of our district. Thank you for your time, please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions. All Best, Danielle Susi-Dittmore Danielle Susi-Dittmore i Katherine Rubalcava May 12, 2021 Salt Lake City Council District Two vacancy Questionnaire Questionnaire: Below are three questions that the Council would like you to answer prior to your interview. Please submit your written responses by this Wednesday,May 12th at 3:00 p.m. to the Salt Lake City Recorder’s office at slcrecorder@slcgov.com. All responses will be provided to Council Members Wednesday afternoon and also included in the public information packet on Wednesday evening. 1.What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? Housing (cost of homes, property values, rent) is a major issue facing District 2. Our market has a perfect storm of increasing property values, low housing stock, wages that are not keeping pace with cost of housing, and the cost of goods (lumber) is skyrocketing. A result of this perfect storm is that: ●Long time renters are being pushed out of their homes so their landlords can increase rent, ●people who are on a fixed income are unable to keep pace with paying the increased rents or the increase of property taxes, ●those with equity are selling to capitalize on a large return (which exacerbates issues related to the above two items), and ●first-time and low to moderate income home buyers are being priced out of the market. This is a complex issue. Our capitalistic society pulls on the open market to shift supply and demand. This is hurting people’s ability to find affordable housing stock in District 2 and develop community attachment. Strong community attachment creates safe and thriving communities because it reinforces being in community with your neighbors while wanting and choosing to remain. Some solutions might include: ●Explore an affordable living wage mandate, ●expand property tax abatements (include a wider age category, include people with disabilities, and consider expansion of income caps), ●educate residents on the current property tax abatements, ●work with landlords to provide incentives, perhaps on their state taxes, to keep rent affordable. This would be separate from Section 8 housing vouchers and qualifications and instead focus on offering tax breaks to landlords so they can keep rent affordable for their renters. ●Work with developers, by offering tax incentives,to offer more affordable units and perhaps shift the ratio to 60% market rate and 40% affordable/low income and, ●explore the potential for other policies, like community land trust, expanding deed restrictions on affordable housing that is subsidized by the City, and increase housing diversity throughout the entire City. Tangentially related to the cost of housing is the increase of the unsheltered in our City. Finding a bed in a shelter or securing a job are simplistic solutions to a very complex problem. As individuals we each have our own issues that we bring to our lives - addiction, challenges with our childhood, abuse, loss,suffering, etc. A one size fits all approach is simply not enough to help people experiencing homelessness get on their feet and into stable housing. Some solutions might include: ●Offer case management, ●create individual plans so that specific needs can be addressed, ●approach with a trauma informed lens, ●work with employers to offer 3-6 months of work at an affordable wage, ●work with landlords who can guarantee to offer housing for 3-6 months (preferably subsidized), ●increase access to drug treatment programs so that individuals can work on getting clean, and ●increase access to therapy so that individuals can work on healing. 2.What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? I have been very pleased and excited about the Glendale One plan which originated with the Glendale Community Council. This plan was resident driven and the goal was to create a neighborhood-wide, community driven plan that spoke to the vision that Glendale residents wanted to see, feel, and experience in the neighborhood. This plan had a steering committee and two research students from the University of Utah. Focus groups and interviews were held for the members of the steering committee, surveys were electronically distributed to the community at large, and a report was drafted. Various topics discussed/addressed were: sustainability,transportation, Jordan River, parks and open space, community identity and public art, and other topics that arose through community input. I was excited to be a member of the Steering Committee.I participated in the focus group, completed an individual interview, filled out surveys and helped edit the report draft. In addition to the ways just mentioned, I specifically provided input on developing solutions for the Raging Waters property. This project has been successful because it was resident driven and touched on what is important for us in the neighborhood. I am hopeful that the implementation of the Mayor’s proposed budget and the enhancements made to that property will reflect the Glendale One plan. This plan originated in 2020. 3.With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? These are the top three priorities that I believe the City needs to prioritize in regards to the development of the Utah Inland Port and the Inland Port Authority: ●Develop and execute a multi-year inter-local agreement that addresses the long term partnership with City and the Inland Port Authority. ●Develop an access and congestion mitigation plan that specifically addresses the railway blockage between Districts 1 & 2; a long term challenge with current rail usage on the North Temple line. This additional congestion is a challenge for emergency services and access between the west side community that often lives, works, and recreates within our own westside neighborhood.While this is a burden that residents and businesses in District’s 1 & 2 largely deal with, it also impacts the bordering Districts of 5 & 4 as everyone flows west to east through the City. ●Develop an environmental mitigation plan that addresses air quality. The westside has some of the worst air quality in the city given it’s close proximity to refineries, three freeways, one highway, and the airport.The added congestion from trucks, trains, and vehicles in the area, in addition to the time spent idling while waiting for trains or traffic lights, will continue to overload the air quality index. Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 1:21 PM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Hi Lauren, Melanie Baumgartner registered in the district in March 2018. She is currently an active registered voter and I can see that she has voted in this district since 2018. Please let me know if you have any other questions.Thanks! Michelle Blue w, Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk S", MBlue@slco.org44 385-468-7425 11,„ice° SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 1:05 PM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 www..S..].Cgov.com 1 Salt Lake City Council District Two vacancy Questionnaire Melanie Baumgartner Questionnaire: Below are three questions that the Council would like you to answer prior to your interview. Please submit your written responses by this Wednesday,May 12th at 3:00 p.m. to the Salt Lake City Recorder’s office at slcrecorder@slcgov.com. All responses will be provided to Council Members Wednesday afternoon and also included in the public information packet on Wednesday evening. 1.What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? Affordable Homes and Housing and Access to Food/Transportation Housing will always be a complicated issue,and I believe that Salt Lake City is at a crossroads.I think there needs to be a balance between development and protecting the existing residents living in the district.As home prices surge in SLC,individuals and families are having a harder time finding affordable rent and purchase rates.Rezoning existing industrial land into residential and commercial property could offer the opportunity for more neighborhood friendly developments;however,this needs to be done with the protections of the existing neighborhood in mind.Rezoning also needs to be considered with high density living in mind.District 2 has a high number of single family dwellings,but is missing service to a demographic of renters or residents that are looking for other options.Solving this problem may mean negotiating with developers to keep 20%of all new build units available to average income families and individuals,or creating grant programs to encourage local business in District 2.Special care needs to be taken when looking at the type and the amount of development. Food insecurity is another problem that we face in District 2.Over the years,there have been strides to help solve this problem,but I think we have been using the wrong tool for the job.I think that solving the affordable housing problem and combating the food desert go hand in hand.I would like to see development of areas in District 2 similar to the Emigration block:small and dense retail space,with an emphasis on local food based business.For instance,the city could partner with or incent a business like Rancho Markets to build small satellite locations that are walkable within the neighborhood. More dense, but thoughtful development can support areas like this. Transportation is another challenge in District 2.With a lower population of drivers,I would like to expand the Green Bike program and expand West to East Trax options. Developing lines similar to the Sugarhouse line would give District 2 a faster and safer option. Community Transparency with Police Policy When I first moved into my house,two of my neighbors came to my door and asked me to please contact them directly if I ever had any problems on the street rather than calling the police.They expressed their concern for their children and were worried that any interaction with the police could end up potentially harming their families or themselves. In the past,I have spoken at length with the members of the Community Advisory Board (CAB),which is a group of community volunteers that meets with the police to give recommendations.The feedback seems to be that they can make recommendations,but there is no plan to implement the feedback within the department.It creates a feeling that it is “falling on deaf ears.” Again,I know this is a complicated problem and there is not one right answer.I think the current council and Mayor have navigated this well and made great progress.In reviewing the current proposed budget,I was encouraged to see funding for Racial Diversity and Inclusion training,peer court,and six new social workers.In addition to these changes,I think we need a new community liaison position that would work closely with Chief Brown,Mayor Mendehall,and the community,including the existing boards and groups.This position would not be an employee of the police department,but have the task of implementing community recommendations and working with Chief Brown to execute disciplinary actions when needed. 2.What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? The Three Creeks Confluence There are many reasons that this was a successful project.The Three Creeks Confluence Project not only created a beautiful outdoor recreation space,but it also daylighted a beautiful stream.Preserving and restoring our natural resources,both locally and statewide,is an important priority for me as a resident of district 2.The Jordan River Parkway has been a regular “go-to”for me as long as I have lived in Salt Lake City.It has been a pleasure to watch the Three Creeks project take shape.The planners paid great attention to keep the aesthetic in line with Utah’s natural beauty.I also think that the communication with the public via the project website has been great.The overview drone videos have provided a window into the progress.I’m looking forward to the completion and celebration of the Three Creeks Confluence. 3.With regard to the Utah Inland Port,what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? Environmental Impact -Community Transparency and Messaging - Allocation of Tax Revenue Currently,my house is located 3 blocks from the intersection of Redwood Road and I-80. Anyone who frequents that intersection knows that the truck traffic is already an issue. In thinking about the planning in and out of the port,there has to be a negotiation between the city and the Port Authority to make sure that this already overrun intersection,and others like it,don’t create more air pollution and truck danger in the neighborhood.Diverting the truck routes and the satellite model is a good start.In the Inland Port Executive Summary,there is a lot of mention of “support best practice of” when speaking of the environmental impact.An important role of the City Council will be to advise the Inland Port Authority on what is best practice.We will need to look to our local experts to make sure we are protecting our natural resources,wildlife and air quality—not only while the Inland Port is functioning,but also while it is being built. I would like to see more messaging and updates going out into the community about the Inland Port.I have had the opportunity to talk to several elected officials about the Port, and I still feel like I have barely scratched the surface on all of the information available. Better outreach and messaging could be accomplished by a true partnership with the City Council and The Inland Port Authority.I believe that the Inland Port could be an asset to Salt Lake City and District 2,but only if the concerns of the community are addressed and the solutions to those concerns are made readily available to the public.I believe it is the duty of the District 2 Council member to be an effective and transparent liaison to the community. This could mean holding monthly Q&A sessions focused on the Inland Port. If the Inland Port accomplishes its goal of becoming a shipping and manufacturing hub,I think there must be a plan to put some of that revenue back into the community. Increased traffic will mean increased wear on roads and infrastructure,increased population,and increased demand for public services.There should be an improvement and maintenance plan by Salt Lake City,to build infrastructure in the communities around the Inland Port.Growth and development of the Inland Port could bring opportunities for business growth in and around the West side neighborhoods.With this development,increased tax revenue should be allocated to be put back into the communities affected. From:Michelle Blue To:Robinson, DeeDee Cc:Shafer, Lauren Subject:(EXTERNAL) RE: Residency Verification Date:Thursday, May 6, 2021 11:26:00 AM Attachments:image001.png image002.png Good morning! Mike Fife registered in this district in May 2017. He is currently an active registered voter and I can see that he has voted in this district since then. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks! Michelle Blue Administration/Finance Manager Salt Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 SLCo Clerk Website From: Robinson, DeeDee <Deedee.Robinson@slcgov.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 5, 2021 5:20 PM To: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Cc: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Subject: Residency Verification Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Please reply all to this email. Thank you for your assistance, DeeDee Robinson Minutes & Records Clerk SLC Corporation Recorder’s Office Salt Lake City Council District Two Vacancy Questionnaire - Responses by Mike Fife Questionnaire: Below are three questions that the Council would like you to answer prior to your interview. Please submit your written responses by this Wednesday, May 12th at 3:00 p.m. to the Salt Lake City Recorder’s office at slcrecorder@slcgov.com. All responses will be provided to Council Members Wednesday afternoon and also included in the public information packet on Wednesday evening. 1. What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? HOUSING The top issue facing the city right now is housing. People without housing. People trying to maintain the housing they have. People trying to buy or rent in our overheated market. A key value as we look at housing issues needs to be that the people who are currently living in Salt Lake City and have been building the city and making it the place we love to live, should be able to stay in the city. We welcome new people but not at the expense of kicking people out. This doesn’t mean that we shouldn’t have growth. We have a huge housing shortage. But we need to leverage this new development to provide the funds for programs to help Salt Lakers stay in Salt Lake. The city is has already created some funding streams like Funding our Future and potential taxes from the Inland Port . A variety of other revenue streams can be explored in conjunction with the State Legislature. This money can be used for more of what we are already doing such as incentivizing affordable units in new developments or building totally affordable developments or converting hotels and zoning for more SROSs, but also ideas like land trusts that fund land acquisition and then take that cost out of the equation when building new homes and apartments. The positive for home owners in this situation being lower initial housing costs and the trade-off being limited capital appreciation so that the housing remains affordable in perpetuity. We also need to encourage and have the State Legislature prod our fellow cities and towns across the state to develop their own housing initiatives. For people who have no housing we need to reinvigorate the Homeless Resource Center concept. COVID has been an issue at Homeless Resource Centers just as in all other facets of life, and we need to get back on track with treating the whole person so they can get back to living their lives in their own places and in a way that works for them and their neighbors. DEVELOPMENT Unprecedented development creates a myriad of challenges in addition to the opportunities that come with new jobs and new neighbors. - Planning and possibly other departments need additional staff to handle this increased load. We need to constantly monitor developments and zoning to make sure we’re building a city we want to live in. - New people mean new potential impacts on air quality. Keeping new development along transportation corridors such as North Temple is essential to keeping down air quality impacts. - We also need to work to make sure that we get more than just housing. We need jobs and we need places to eat and things to do. Salt Lake City already has a parks shortage and a very thrifty parks budget. People in apartments need places to go to connect with nature in their own neighborhoods. New parks are essential. - The Fair Park International Market is a great example of a city sponsored project to improve the neighborhood with new food, dining and entertainment options. As development occurs along North Temple I predict the Market will grow from success to success and lead to more privately funded dining and entertainment options in the neighborhood. COMMUNITY I feel a little disconnected after over a year of trying to avoid most other people and I’m sure there are a lot of other people feeling the same way. After the pandemic has subsided, we need increased efforts to bring our community back together again. The Reimagine Nature initiative to bring performing arts groups to city parks could be a fantastic way to start. A wide range of music from local performing groups would give people of all backgrounds a taste of other people’s cultures and be a great way to bring people outside and interacting again. We also need to preserve and enhance our existing neighborhoods. Small missing middle developments and shops can help invigorate neighborhood nodes but major developments need to keep to the commercial corridors like North Temple where there is good public transportation and roads that can handle larger amounts of traffic. 2. What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? One of the most successful projects in District Two over the past five years has been the soon to be completed Three Creeks Confluence Park. The project is a great example of the connections needed for District Two to be successful. The connections required to bring a variety of funding sources together to make great projects happen. The connections the Westside needs and wants with the rest of the City. The way the Jordan River connects all of Westside Salt Lake City with our unique peoples, issues, and strengths. And Three Creeks Confluence Park is emblematic of the connection the Westside feels to nature and the River and to each other in our community. It is a beautiful reveal of the Jordan River to people passing by on 900 West who may not even know the Jordan River is right there, highlights the positive surprises the Westside has in store for the rest of the city, and showcases the possibilities of reincorporating our historic waterways back into our city’s landscape on a larger scale. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? 1. Regain full city authority over the Inland Port. We need the taxes to fund city services and priorities and full planning authority to manage an environmentally sensitive operation. 2. Work in conjunction with port management and port companies to develop the cleanest port possible, doing no harm to our air quality and preserving wetlands. 3. Using the port as a means to move as large a portion of our commercial rail traffic as possible out of our neighborhoods and into industrial areas. Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 12:44 PM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Hi Lauren, Nigel Swaby is registered to vote in this district. Anyway, he registered in the district in April 2018. He is an active registered voter and I can see that he has voted in this district in every election since then. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks! kMichelle Blue Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 IF, 1ir3r I SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, May 3, 2021 12:31 PM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER i Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 www..S..].Cgov.com 2 Shafer, Lauren From: Kevin Scott < Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 10:50 AM To:Recorder Routing Subject: EXTERNAL) Nigel Swaby Categories: Council Vacancy To whom it may concern, I'm writing to show my support for Nigel Swaby in serving on the City Council. I have known him for over five years and have been impressed by his tireless commitment to making our city a better and more livable environment. I met him through other close friends who are also inspiring public servants. He is a man of conscience who is led by principle, not politics. Even if/when I don't see eye to eye with his conclusions, I always respect his process and insights. Thank you, Kevin Christensen Salt Lake City, UT 84116 Shafer, Lauren From: Devon Harris < Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 6:54 AM To:Council Comments; Recorder Routing Subject: EXTERNAL) Support for Nigel Swaby Categories: Council Vacancy Dear Salt Lake City Council Members, My name is Devon Harris. I am a three-time Olympian and founding member of the original Jamaican bobsled team. As you consider appointing Nigel Swaby to the City Council District 2, please allow me to share some thoughts on why I think he would be an excellent choice: Nigel's empathy allows him to connect with the pain and challenges others are facing and drives him to do all he can to make things better. His resourcefulness and dogged determination to find solutions to pressing issues is admirable. He is the consummate professional but more importantly he is reliable and trustworthy. I observed these qualities in him up close as he worked tirelessly and creatively to support my teammates and I in our quest to qualify for my third Olympic Games in Nagano, Japan in 1998. 1 am proud to call Nigel my friend. I believe he has demonstrated the character that will make him an effective public servant and such, I unreservedly support his desire to be a member of the City Council District 2 IKeep m Wl ism Devon Harris M Go i Shafer, Lauren From: Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 9:51 AM To:Recorder Routing Subject: EXTERNAL) Nigel Swaby recommendation Categories: Council Vacancy May 4, 2021 To Whom it May Concern, I am emailing in support of Nigel Swaby's application to fill the vacancy recently opened for District 2 City Council Seat. Nigel has been an active advocate for the North Temple Improvement District, and has been helpful to the residents and visitors of that area. He also is a great community leader whom many of us look up to. He would bring great knowledge, experience and insight to the City Council in regards to District 2 and the unique challenges that we face. I also believe that he envisions Salt Lake City's goal of sustainability, walkability and housing development. Please consider Nigel as your strongest candidate for the position of Dist. 2 Council Member. He has the community's best interest at heart. Warmest Regards, Angela Morgan 1 1. What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? Housing affordability tops my list of issues for Salt Lake City and is acutely felt in District Two. One of the attractive features of District Two in general and Fairpark in particular was the ability to live close to downtown without paying downtown prices. The population increase coupled with lower amounts of housing stock has raised prices to the extent there’s no price benefit to purchasing in District Two any more. Rents have also gone up dramatically. While historically low interest rates have kept mortgage payments at a reasonable level, despite the huge increase in prices, renters haven’t received the same benefit. In District Two, there are 14 homes for sale as of this writing. The average price for 84116 is $315,850 and 84104 is $329,366. In multiple offer situations, which nearly all homes undergo right now, the winning bid can be $30,000 plus over list. The drastic shortage of homes and high prices is keeping sellers out of the market because they’re afraid they won’t be able to find their next home. This logjam on the property ladder has created an unhealthy market that’s expensive and frustrating. There are a number of possible solutions to this issue and a number of policy stances that could be taken. Cities typically wield a policy stance with a “carrot or stick” approach. I prefer the carrot. When it comes to transit oriented development, we need to incentivize the development of ownership housing products like condominiums and townhouses. One of the lasting repercussions of the Great Recession is a massive disincentive to build condos across the country. Young people and first time homebuyers have driven demand for this product type, yet few new build options exist. Building a high percentage of apartments in District Two is laying the foundation for a transient resident base and decreased funding for public schools. In a free market, naturally occurring affordable housing isn’t going to happen. As the zoning authority and regulator for any new construction, the City must require affordable housing to be part of every new housing project. I believe the number should be 10% at a minimum and could look like units in multi-family projects, ADUs in single family homes or a 10% premium fee in high cost neighborhoods where neither units or ADUs are feasible. This fee should go directly to schools and housing assistance programs to the City. Salt Lake City led Utah in establishing an accessory dwelling unit ordinance in 2018, yet the number of those units actually built has been insufficient. Only six ADUs have been built since the ordinance passed. While more applications are in the pipeline, ADUs alone won’t address the housing issue. There are a number of barriers including a conditional use application process which requires lengthy Planning Commission approval and high fees. ADU permitting fees are similar to building an entire house. The passage of HB82 in this last legislative session provides financial assistance in constructing ADUs for lower income home owners or for those intending to rent their ADU to lower income residents. Salt Lake City could implement an ADU financing program through Housing and Neighborhood Development, lower its permitting fees and develop an ADU information campaign to make residents aware of how our ADU process works. Finally, we have to look at zoning and incremental, “makes sense” density opportunities for all new construction in the City. If there’s room on a lot for two units instead of one, shouldn’t we take that opportunity? In light of changing retail and office trends, are there instances where converting or redeveloping underused commercial space into housing would be the better choice? Won’t more mixed use development with vertical growth be more cost effective, sustainable and benefit our communities than relying on the standard single family home? These are just a few of the things we need to think about as Salt Lake addresses this issue. Continuing on the theme of affordable housing, I also think development is a critical issue for District Two. This is a concern reaching much more than just housing. Development covers the issues of the new prison, the Inland Port, transit oriented development zones and housing. The North Temple corridor is the only TOD zone in District Two and it’s just barely starting to develop in a meaningful way. I’m concerned about the clustering of rental products and small, micro units. The City needs to create ways to get ownership products and family size units. In today’s high cost environment for building materials and labor, the way to get that will be through incentives. The City can use the tool of deed restriction to maintain those incentive investments for perpetuity. Priority needs to be placed on City projects like the Folsom Trail which has been in development for nearly 20 years without a single shovel turning dirt. The blight in that corridor has contributed to delays in realizing the full potential of the North Temple RDA project area. Crime is on the rise in Salt Lake City. Anecdotally I see it on Nextdoor and Facebook community pages every day. Package theft, car break ins, car theft and other property crimes are the most mentioned. I see it on North Temple with the number of businesses with broken windows and the businesses that have left. I’ve spoken to the business owners and managers on North Temple and heard about the product theft and violent attacks on staff in the stores. They’ve told me about drug overdose deaths in their store bathrooms and parking lots. Many of those crimes are completely under-reported. The reported crime confirms this narrative. In 2020, crime city wide was up over 20% for both violent crimes and property crimes. District Two saw a 29.5% increase for both categories with a staggering 92.5% increase in vehicle larceny, the most of any district in the City. Personally, I’ve had items go missing from my yard, found used needles on the other side of my back fence and caught someone using my backyard as their personal store. There are a number of factors affecting this increase in crime including the pandemic which affected jail holding policy. Another factor was bail reform legislation that drastically reduced bail amounts for felony charges. Strained police resources brought on by quarantine guidelines, Covid cases among staff and large scale civil unrest last Spring and Summer also contributed. Criminals were emboldened by the perception of light consequences for their behavior. Large camps developed around the City with criminals exploiting drug addicts, the mentally ill and the unsheltered. It’s a counter social system that creates a sense of community for those in it that’s difficult to leave. This is a complex problem requiring a united front from the City, County, State and residents. As a resident and community leader in Fairpark, I was part of a series of weekly meetings with various community stakeholders trying to address this issue. As we quarantined in our homes, the lawless took over the streets. Councilmember Johnston started street corner meetings on North Temple. We met with police, councilmembers, County and State officials to come up with solutions to the problems. They included implementing no loitering signs on 800 West grassy medians, bringing business trespassing signs into police registry for enforcement and garbage cleanups. One of the things police officials and recovering drug addicts often mention is it’s the criminal justice system that gets them into treatment. Our current policy of “catch and release” policing isn’t benefiting the community. Solutions to the crime issue have to include a stop to “catch and release” jailing. I propose opening an outdoor detainment facility at the Oxbow jail on a temporary basis so the jail has Covid safe holding facilities and criminals face consequences and have opportunities for drug treatment. Bail reform saw some adjustment in this year ’s legislative session and I will closely watch how that plays out in real time. We need to better educate residents on how to protect their property. When I had items stolen from my yard, it motivated me to better clean and organize my property. I placed all tools in my locked garage and cleaned up so I could quickly identify if I had things missing. (Retail stores use the same tactic to reduce shoplifting.) I also installed motion lights and LED bulbs for all my outdoor lighting. I’m conscious about items I leave in my car and make sure to hide any valuables I can’t secure inside my house. I never leave my car running unattended. Solving the homeless issue will continue to be expensive and require coordination and resources from the State and County. The creation of affordable housing I touched on earlier will incrementally address it, but it won’t be fast enough. I support the idea of a tiny home community operated by the Other Side Academy for the purpose of housing and treating drug addicts. I support the idea of single room occupancy housing with onsite case management for the purpose of helping the disabled and mentally ill. I support the idea of incentivizing landlords to accept homeless individuals with housing vouchers. I support the idea of the City establishing alternate ways to establish consumer credit tradelines like a registry of on-time rent payers or utility payments. I support the idea of reimagining incentives for homeless service providers to shift from the number of people helped towards the number of people who stay housed, employed or substance free after going through the provider ’s program. There is no silver bullet for solving homelessness. But a number of smaller, sustainable programs will help provide a collective impact. I’ve lived on the West Side for nearly twenty years cumulatively. Most importantly, I spent my formative years here. I was six years old when my family moved from Jamaica to Salt Lake. We initially settled in Rose Park but quickly found a house in Glendale that I grew up in. That was an odd spot on 900 West across from the Liquor Commission. For years we didn’t have curbing and guttering or sidewalks. I walked to school on the side of the road, avoiding cars and huge puddles when it was wet. That was my first experience with the inequity we faced as west side residents as neither the City, nor the County considered our location as part of their jurisdiction. When I went to high school, I was able to take a school bus only because our neighbor had tirelessly advocated for buses in the previous years. Otherwise it was a two mile walk, something I would need to do when participating in after-school activities. The West Side communities comprise the lowest median incomes, the highest number of ethnic minorities, a history of being a dumping ground for the Jordan River and we’re divided by three freeways and separated by freight rail lines which impede timely access to jobs and schools. Key school closures of West Side schools during the 1980’s further divided the population. High school students who live in District One have the opportunity to attend a local high school at West High. Those same aged students who live in Glendale are bused to East High which denies them opportunities to participate in after school activities unless they can arrange other transportation. After school activities like band, athletics, speech/drama, choir are the building blocks to the resumes that make for successful college applications. While efforts have been made over the years to improve conditions on the West Side, the inequity is real. The most current issue of the City Weekly has an article on density in the City. Yalecrest resident Lynn Pershing said the city should help develop west-side communities "instead of destroying what's already good." That the West Side is somehow not “good” is what drives inequality. In an age of prosperity gospels and building walls, our community of the poorest and most racially diverse residents continues to take the brunt of lesser desired items like prisons, density and an Inland Port. West Side amenities like a par 3 golf course, a water park and an old mansion are left to slowly decay. Our residents take that to heart. A few years ago, the County Sheriff proposed a sanctioned homeless camp at 600 West and South Temple; the very site of the Folsom Trail. Neglecting the West Side has consequences other governmental entities see very clearly. The City Council has opportunities to address this historical inequity. The establishment of a Public Market at the Fairpark will soon come to fruition. This wouldn’t have happened without the fiery advocacy of Councilmember Rogers in District One or the efforts of the Westside Coalition and River District Chamber. On the housing front, the Council will be faced with a vote on a rezone in the upper Avenues to allow 20 single family homes, 15 of which have ADUs in them. It’s the sort of “makes sense”, incremental density I believe is critical to addressing both the housing shortage and the unfairness that has long divided our City on geographic lines. The neighbors to this three acre property who are most opposed to it ironically live in higher density condos and townhomes. They have formed loud opposition and hired lawyers and lobbyists to advance their case for not adjusting the zone. On the West Side, there are nearly 2,000 housing units proposed or in the planning process within a quarter mile of North Temple. The inequity is real. Countering inequity will require resident participation. While many of our residents face demanding work schedules limiting civic participation, many others don’t. Rising home prices are changing the demographic of who lives here and it’s encouraging to see new blood infused into the community. Opportunities abound in District Two for City boards and commissions. Community councils need board members and a plucky little newspaper called The Westview can always use contributors. As the Councilmember for District Two, I would actively recruit to fill the open positions on City boards and commissions and take every opportunity to explain the myriad of ways to get civically engaged and participate. 2. What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? I moved to my house in Fairpark in late August, 2015. Back then, the City’s approach to bulk waste collection (old furniture, tree limbs and other junk) was to allow residents to place it on the curb and in about a month, City trucks would roll around and pick it up. Having lived in other parts of the County, this was the only place this particular practice was implemented. Other municipalities typically placed a dumpster in a neighborhood for a short window of time to address bulk waste. Those are not without their problems. Too much waste could overflow into the neighborhood. Scavengers, scrap collectors and recyclers would often come by as well, sometimes not cleaning up after their search. Needless to say, having so many residences dispose of bulk waste at the same time with a long window before pickup was a mess. One person I spoke to who had witnessed it described our cleanup season as if “a bomb had been detonated.” The City Council began to address the problem and with lots of public input came up with our current program for bulk waste; “Call to Haul.” Instead of waiting for certain times of the year, residents can now call the City, put their items to the curb, and get it picked up in a short period of time. Since everyone isn’t doing it at the same time, it no longer looks like a bomb has gone off in our neighborhoods each Fall. I was skeptical at first with this program, but the kinks have been worked out and it seems to have found favor among the residents. By seeking public input, the Council got the community buy in necessary to make it successful. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? It was an early morning meeting of the Salt Lake Community Network when I first learned of the passage of SB234 which established the Inland Port. This was an issue I had followed for months as Chair of the River District Chamber. I’d attended community meetings with Mayor Biskupski and Speaker Hughes but the details of the Port weren’t fully revealed until that final night of the 2018 legislative session. I volunteered to write the initial response to SB234 on behalf of SLCN which comprises all of Salt Lake’s Community Councils. Through this process I developed a strategy for addressing the Port. First, I made the assumption the Port could not be stopped from happening so my first priority was to take action that protects the neighbors to the east and south. Ensuring suitable environmental protections including a focus on air quality, green building of the Port and addressing train traffic were key. As a licensed Realtor and community leader I was in a unique position to interact with City government, State government and the developer through the Salt Lake Board of Realtors Commercial Alliance committee. Protecting the community comes first. Second, one of the City’s chief objections to the funding portion of the Port is the concern it would be financially responsible for the Police and Fire services without the opportunity to collect revenue. SB234 allows the State to collect up to 100% of Port income for a long time in the future. The City currently has a lawsuit on appeal at the Supreme Court concerning this point. I believe it’s important to negotiate this concern and re-establish a relationship with the State over the Inland Port. There have been many leadership changes at a City and State level since SB234 passed and now is a critical time to repair relationships and fix this funding inequity. Having sat in City Council work sessions on the Inland Port prior to SB234’s passage, I understood Salt Lake City retained zoning control over the area. Since I didn’t believe the Inland Port could be stopped, I advocated for “makes sense” zoning that protects our communities. These were the four key areas I identified and advocated for with zoning in a letter to the Planning Director Nick Norris and copied to Mayor Biskupski and Councilmember Johnston. I settled on these key points after discussion with other River District Chamber members, Soren Simonsen and the Westside Coalition. First, we would like to see a landscaping overlay to try and preserve the environmental look of the Northwest Quadrant. It will be costly and challenging to install sod and sprinklers for this very sandy area of the valley. We request an overlay to help preserve the exisng nature of the property, lower costs for land owners/tenants and maintain the habitat for the many species of animals living in the area. Secondly, we are concerned with the possibility of installed concrete or asphalt changing water flow from rainfall to neighboring areas and businesses. We would like to see zoning migate rainwater flow requirements in the Inland Port zone. Thirdly, the size of the buildings being proposed are enormous. Some of the smaller buildings are a minimum of 500,000 square feet footprints while others are one million. We hope the builders would want to construct buildings with efficiency in construcon, operaon, maintenance and ulity in mind. The Chamber asks planning to consult with the state department of environmental quality to create standards that are ecologically and operaonally efficient without an undue cost aached. Further, we support the idea of offering incenves to incorporate green/sustainable building technologies, reducon of energy consumpon and maximizing generaon of renewable energy sources Finally, as we look at the way railroad lines divide the area we represent, we’re extremely concerned addional rail traffic will create both a commung and distribuon nightmare for businesses and neighborhoods in the area. We’ve been told Colmena Group doesn’t ancipate sending rail traffic east aer a new rail hub is completed. This in itself should migate the traffic concern we have, but we would like to see what the City can do to codify this protecon for the neighborhoods we represent. If I were to be appointed to this position, I would continue with these priorities concerning the Inland Port. I believe the State has made important adjustments to the Port’s structure in forming a hub and spoke model that allows rural producers of overseas goods direct shipping to coastal ports. I’ve also had the opportunity to meet with Inland Port CEO Jack Hedge on several occasions and support his mission to develop the greenest Port in the nation, if not the world. 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JC ii pg r u 14, (j J G v L V111- jl,')r A 1 1 m ice c' a k I'"d 1,.d"" 6r q' /"t 9"p: 54 kin W " V— L4k Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 12:09 PM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Hi Lauren, Scott Christensen registered in the district since in 2004. He is an active registered voter and I can see that he has voted in this district since that time. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks! Wk Michelle Blue Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 11:51 AM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 www..S..].Cgov.com 1 Scott B. Christensen – District Two Vacancy questionnaire. Page 1 of 4 1 7 9 2 7 1. What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? A. Policing- The city’s job is to protect its citizens and their property with the use of policing. They can then go about their daily lives and build their American Dream. Recent activities have shown that specific elected officials have restricted Police from doing this important duty. For example behind my own property, along the Jordan River homeless camps have become more frequent after having been driven out of downtown. A couple of years ago we would call police when we found people setting up camp and within 24 hours it was removed and cleaned up. If the homeless started any type of fire the Fire Department would immediately put a stop to it. Previous fires set by homeless have caused damage to my neighbor’s homes and property. Recently I called when several homeless camps were being set up and they were starting fires. Police showed up hours and even days later, giving out nothing but warnings to vacate the area. Lately, on average, I have to call three or more times to get any action to deal with homeless camps. One call I was transferred to the fire department to deal with the smoke in the area and the camps having camp fires in the tall weeds. The Fire Department came and talked with people in the camps. Afterwards when I talked with the fireman, they said the Mayor has allowed homeless camps to have warming fires and the Fire Department were unable to do anything further. Last year we had one of our police cars set ablaze in downtown Salt Lake. Again politics got in the way of Police doing their job. How many good law abiding citizens were inconvenienced because they weren’t allowed to go near the area. How many more didn’t feel safe downtown for weeks because police weren’t allowed to respond to law breakers. My approach- Reduce as much politics as possible from Policing. Having worked as an officer with Corrections for over 24 years I know how highly trained they are. Officers are not out to kill a specific race of people. They do not single out specific races. Officers are focused on criminals and their criminal behavior. We want them focused on stopping criminals. Maybe we need to look into the judicial system that is failing to lock up criminals by allowing criminals to be released back out on the streets within hours of an arrest. Police have one of the hardest and most thankless jobs. We have put many restrictions and expectations on them, they are prone to freeze or hesitate which can get them killed. We pay Officers to stop criminal actions in our communities. Let them do their jobs. We should trust our Officers more than what I have observed. B. The homeless people have been pushed from downtown. Recently, I drove past the property where the homeless shelter used to be and noticed it is an empty lot with a for sale sign. The homeless shelter was torn down and hundreds of homeless were displaced into surround areas like river banks, parks, weed and bug infested places, back ally’s and citizens properties. For what, an empty lot which is up for sale. Then it was decided to make three smaller facilities spread out away from available services. Everyone lost on this project. The homeless who were displaced and removed from services in a central area. Citizens that now have to deal with Scott B. Christensen – District Two Vacancy questionnaire. Page 2 of 4 1 7 9 2 7 homelessness in their own backyards. The city which now has a big empty lot with a for sale sign in it. My approach – For College I wrote a paper concerning homelessness. In it my fellow students and I interviewed many homeless people who came from many other states. They were told that Utah is generous and would take care of them. Not a bad idea if we had a program to get them back on the road to the American Dream. We need a better plan to help them. Just dispersing them throughout the city and away from downtown did not help them or the citizens of this city. We also need a plan for the homeless who refuse help or services but are still wandering our streets. Assistance shouldn’t be free. It should be earned and encourage people to be more self-sufficient. There is nothing wrong with working for ones subsistence. We also need a plan for the mentally ill homeless. Many need to be taken to a facility which can stabilize them and get them the help they need. Some may even need lifelong care to manage their mental illness. We should partner with religious services out there for that help. C. “Road Dieting” on 900 West and California Ave. The East side of Salt Lake has 700 East and it is a very wide street accommodating six lanes of traffic, three each direction. It is lined with housing and businesses. The west side had 900 West with similar housing and business lining it. 900 West used to have four lanes of traffic two each direction. “Road Dieting”, as it has been called by many, has reduced 900 West and California Avenue to 1 lane each direction. Then as a ploy to make people feel good, it was decided to add a rarely used bike lane. Parking along each side of the road was also allowed. This has increased the chances of people getting hit because driver’s doors opens into parallel running traffic and the bike lane. The occurrences of accidents have increased since road dieting took place. The number of close calls has also increased. “Road dieting” has increased people’s impatience and overall added to the failure of road dieting on these two streets. I’ve lived in this area for 27 years. The number of accidents has increased in the area since the lanes were reduced then before they were reduced. The reduction of lanes, increased traffic, and parking along both sides of these roads is a health and safety concern. It delay’s and restricts emergency services from getting to emergencies. Fireman, Police, and ambulances are now slowed or in some case stopped because the roads they navigate are narrower and have more hazards, like parked cars, on them. My approach – Just like water through a pipe, when you restrict it, it builds pressure and causes the flow to increase in speed. Put a stop to “road dieting”. Restore the number of lanes that were lost along 900 West and California Ave. Allow traffic to flow and the pressure will reduce. Accidents and close calls will naturally reduce. We need to keep traffic flowing. Just like Redwood Road and 700 East, the fewer restrictions placed on traffic, the more traffic and emergency vehicles flow and get people and products where they need to go. Scott B. Christensen – District Two Vacancy questionnaire. Page 3 of 4 1 7 9 2 7 2. What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? That’s hard to say because one person success is another person hindrance. District 2 currently is dealing with the old seven peaks water park area on 1700 South. There are more opinions on what to do with that parcel of land then there are square feet of land. I hope whatever is decided with this project is successful for the neighborhood. $431,000 - Jordan Park Event Grounds – This is a large park and it is used by the residents in the area for several purposes. Currently the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints uses it to stage cars for picking up food being distributed by the food bank in the adjacent Church meeting house. Implementation of this project will create another large self-contained event site on the West Side, providing more opportunities for events and their organizers. The project will include new electric service with power pedestals for event area, event area pathways to allow access and circulation, and enhanced river access to Jordan River's edge. Although, if I had to pick a project that was successful in the District Two area, it would have to be adding the Glendale library to the Glendale neighborhood near the local schools. Although I do wish it could have been a larger building with more books, videos and computers. It may not have been completely a District Two project but it was a project within District Two. It has added to the community and helped many under-served youth and adults in our area. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? A. More transparency. In the past, several things have occurred that appear inappropriate. Greg Hughes appointing himself a member of the Board that over see’s the Inland Port. Then we find out he had land adjacent to the property. He might have benefited from the sale of his land to port authorities. Luckily, after being discovered he resigned as a Board member. How about the Board members, in 2018, voting against making their subcommittee meetings open to the public. They eventually did away with the subcommittee meetings altogether. There were other events that when they came to light it showed how non-transparent the inland port authorities have been with city officials and the public. We need them to be transparent because public money is being used to either fund, oversee, or assist in its bringing about. B. Salt Lake City needs to be allowed more input. This ties directly into the answer above. We need public input and oversight. The public should always know what it’s elected and non-elected officials are doing with their tax money and what city functions are involved. City Council and other elected officials are supposed to be doing the people’s business not their own agenda or Scott B. Christensen – District Two Vacancy questionnaire. Page 4 of 4 1 7 9 2 7 pet projects. We need to encourage people to be involved in civics and public affairs. Just like being appointed to the city council, people should feel they can be involved and be able to contribute to their community and State. C. Need to prepare for increased traffic and reduce the expected congestion. We know in the future the Inland Port will be a reality. We should be planning ahead and making changes to our road system, byways and overpasses. We need to know peak traffic times and have alternate routes. We need to know what is going to happen with the Railroad system, and how it will impact roadways. Can I-15 and I-80 handle the increasing traffic, if not, what do we need to do to accommodate the increases? We need to do more than fix and repair what is currently available in our roadways. We need to plan for bigger roadways to accommodate truck traffic and railways. Currently railways cut through Salt Lake City and the Valley. Will more rail traffic divide the City and Valley for longer periods of time? It all needs to be reviewed and addressed now so we are prepared when that day arrives. Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 11:23 AM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Hi Lauren, Steven Silver registered to vote in this district on May 14, 2020. He is an active registered voter and voted in this district in the November 2020 general election. Thank you, Michelle Blue p Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 8:48 AM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 www..S..].Cgov.com 1 Salt Lake City Council District Two vacancy Questionnaire Questionnaire: Below are three questions that the Council would like you to answer prior to your interview. Please submit your written responses by this Wednesday, May 12th at 3:00 p.m. to the Salt Lake City Recorder’s office at slcrecorder@slcgov.com. All responses will be provided to Council Members Wednesday afternoon and also included in the public information packet on Wednesday evening. Rick Silver’s Answers to the city council questionnaire: 1. What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? There are many issues facing district 2 and all of Salt Lake City. I believe the most pressing are the feelings that the community and the police have towards each other and the challenges we face in improving the standard of living for all of our people. The power that the police have is extraordinary. Their on-the-spot decisions mean the difference between you having a nice day, going to jail and having to spend thousands of dollars defending yourself in court or even being injured or killed. Most of us know that the majority of police are decent people that do the best job that they can in challenging circumstances. However, as we have seen in the case of Derrick Chauvin this is not always the case and there are real and legitimate concerns that are raised by the BLM movement. We are going to continue to need the services of police forces, and some of these forces have a lot of work to do in training their officers in de-escalation and in communicating with immigrants and minorities. I think that one of the most constructive things we can do is to recruit police from inside migrant and minority communities and to breed familiarity between the police and the communities they serve. I would like to see some sort of community outreach program, specifically targeted to under served members of the community in which the police provide access for our residents to participate in ride alongs and learn about police work. The police and attorneys should offer free and regular workshops at schools and community centers on what to expect and what to do when you encounter the police in various situations. These workshops should be taught by the police that work in that community and should be required training for all officers. I also think that the police or at least a fair number of them should live in the community that they patrol. This could be accomplished by providing incentives that would help officers subsidize their rent or get favorable mortgage terms on homes that are located within their beat. This would give the police a much-needed financial break and it would foster community interaction especially if locations were chosen near hotspots of criminal activity. Now to the standard of living issue: The biggest driver here is not the lack of jobs but the lack of affordable housing. We need to do something to drive rents down so that family’s that are starting out or those in transition can feel confident in their ability to have a place to live if things go badly for a while and so that they have room in their budget in order to save up for an down payment on a home or the seed money for a small business. One way to do this without creating a 1970’s style project’s problem would be to encourage builders to build more housing and to only offer incentives to builders that include a certain percentage of low and middle tier rents that would be affordable to the working poor. The last thing I will address has to do with returning to normal, or to the new normal after over a year of wearing masks, etc. I have to say that I feel dismay when I look at the states with the lowest percentage of their populations being vaccinated and I consistently find Utah in the bottom three. I have personally known one person who has died of the virus and several people who have had it. I myself am a person with elevated risk factors and because of that I went out and got vaccinated as soon as it was available. The vaccine is now available to anyone who will get it and it is free of charge. There are a large number of people in our community that are unwilling to be vaccinated because they think that the vaccine was rushed to market to soon or they suspect some sort of nefarious force behind the whole pandemic. For the first group of people only time will convince them that the vaccine is safe. For the second group of people there is nothing that will convince them that they are wrong except maybe the virus itself. As the pool of people who want the vaccine diminishes, we get closer to a point of diminishing returns when it comes to the benefits of mask wearing and social distancing. I think that we should wait a few weeks for children and the remainder of adults who want to vaccine to get it and then we should lift our mandates and let mother nature take its course. We need to look at opening back up sooner rather than later. 2. What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? In reviewing the masterplans that are in place for the second district: the most striking and obvious successes in recent years have to do with the improvements along the 9-line corridor between 700 W. and Navaho Street. The improvements to the community that have been provided by cleaning up the Jordan river and turning its frontage into a useable area for biking, have done wonders in improving the feelings of community you have from just driving along the trail. It is important that this work is not lost by allowing homeless camps to spring up along the river. This means investing in real and long-term solutions to our homeless problems. The City has recently taken action in this area and I am eager to hear about what is being done with the people who have been removed from the homeless camps in the city. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? The inland port has the potential to provide jobs and services for the community and is a necessary step in the development and future prosperity of Salt Lake City and the surrounding areas. The following are things to be aware of as this project moves forward: an increase in traffic of over 50% and the pollution and wear and tear on our roads that this increased traffic will produce. The potential and irreversible damage that this project could have on migratory bird routes that rely on the wetlands of the Great Salt Lake The lack of benefits in the form of tax dollars for the people and communities of Salt Lake City that would be needed to offset the drain on our resources and the damage to our infrastructure that the port will cause. The interactions between the city and the port authority have become confrontational and up to this point the state legislature has been surprisingly one sided in it’s siding with the port authority on every issue especially in it’s granting of 100% of tax revenues to the port authority and in giving them immunity to certain law suites. The Salt Lake inland port is going to happen and it needs to happen in order to maintain our position as a transportation hub. The Salt Lake City government must find ways to positively engage with the port authority even though that is going to be difficult given the present state of affairs. As it stands, the port authority has the legislature on its side and the legislature does not wish to create any oversite body or provide any remediation to Salt Lake City. It is disappointing to see this as the as the port’s starting position in dealing with the serious issues that will accompany a project of this size. By taking this approach they look to many in the community like bullies that cannot be trusted to do anything that is not 100% in the short- term interest of their shareholders. Concerned residents thus fear that the port will only bring low wage jobs, the destruction of our freeways, worse inversions and the health issues that accompany air pollution as well as a disregard for the port’s environmental impact on the Great Salt Lake’s ecosystem which supports a large portion of the bird population of the western United States. None of these things will benefit Salt Lake City, Utah or the Western United States. Members of the community look to the City as the authority that will stand up for their interests and make sure that the stakeholders get a fair shake but the city’s hands are now tied. So, what can be done? So far coercion has not worked and the port seems to have little need to negotiate. If the city has no more legal avenues to go forward then it should give up on treating the port authority as an entity inside the city and should allow it to incorporate into its own city. Then we should treat it like we would any other city inside the Salt Lake metro area. Without support from the legislature or some sort of ballet initiative the City will be limited to doing what it can for its constituents and concentrate on making the most of the indirect benefits that the port will provide in the way of creating additional businesses and housing on the west side. Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 11:48 AM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Hi Lauren, Taylor Thurman is an active registered voter and is currently registered to vote in this district.Taylor was just registered to vote in this district on April 29, 2021 (from records that we received from the DMV that indicated an address change.) Prior to that, this individual lived in Sandy City.Taylor has never voted in SLC District 2. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you! Michelle Blue Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 11,„ice° SLCo Clerk W..ebsite From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 9:44 AM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 i Taylor Thurman, MSW taythurm@umich.edu ||linkedin.com/in/taythurm ||(801) 860-4010 May 12, 2021 1.What do I think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would I approach each of them? Homelessness:I have experience and a passion for addressing the housing crisis in this city.For two years,I worked on the interagency Homeless Outreach team for Volunteers of America and The Road Home.I walked the Rio Grande and Pioneer Park neighborhoods every single day,rain or shine.I saw firsthand the vulnerabilities that are created by living on the streets and the opportunities for recovery when families are housed.At that time,we were in the national spotlight for the Housing First initiatives taking place,and I believe we can get there again.This is a statewide problem with significant impact on the west side of Salt Lake. Residents of this community would like to see the City and State work together to provide more resources to help our unsheltered neighbors get into affordable housing quickly. Affordable housing and development:These are highly nuanced issues with compounding factors that contribute to the current crisis.Any solution will have to address this with creativity and input from all stakeholders and subject matter experts.I would like to hear concerns from longtime residents,homebuyers,investors,builders and others to come up with means to increase the inventory of affordable single family homes across the valley. Access to green space:A significant discussion is currently taking place regarding how to give new life to the old Raging Waters space,as well as increasing connectivity of green spaces across the east and west side.This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and we must get it right by listening to our residents.Recently,the Glendale Community Council hosted a visioning event,where residents have expressed interest in keeping a water feature,creating more open,green space and preserving the heritage of this site.It is estimated this project would cost around $500,000 but replacing this increasingly costly and dangerous relic with community space would be priceless. The digital divide between the east and west side is an issue that will continue to disadvantage west side residents if more equitable solutions are not considered.One approach is to incentivize providers to expand reliable gigabit internet and 5G to rectify the disparity and bring district 2 residents better opportunity to engage in an economy that is increasingly dependent on technology. My approach to resolve these issues and others,such as addressing impacts of Covid-19,vaccination and increasing voter turnout,as a City Councilwoman would come from the asset-based community development approach that I implemented in the Peace Corps.I recognize the strengths within the community and see folks already working tirelessly to solve each of these problems.My immersion during Peace Corps in Hispanic/LatinX culture will help me bridge cultural gaps and converse with residents,in both English and Spanish,to better hear their ideas and concerns for their community.I believe deferring to stakeholders’invaluable knowledge,experiences,and opinions is critical when it comes to informing a decision at the city or state level. 2.What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that I think was a success? Why do I think it was successful? The project to address increased crime along North Temple,led by Andrew Johnson, drove incredible results and created a strong foundation for future work.He organized community walks through areas of particular concern for crime and drugs alongside the Salt Lake City Police and local community members.Besides the benefit of observing the community from a resident’s perspective,it was a way he could connect with constituents and demonstrate a commitment to understanding the core issues there.Bringing community members and police officers together establishes trust between residents of the district and law enforcement.This model could be easily replicated in other areas of the district where residents have expressed safety concerns, such as along the Jordan River Parkway or the many parks. 3.With regard to the Utah Inland Port,what do I think are the top three priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? The Utah Inland Port is perhaps the most challenging issue we must tackle.Due to the processes that are already in place at the state level,our City has the task of working to build trust and accountability with the Inland Port Authority.James Rogers’role as Chairman of the Board of Directors is a great step in that direction.As Districts 1 and 2 are likely to see the most negative impacts to air quality and increased traffic,we have the responsibility to engage with both the IPA and constituents to proactively address infrastructure needs that will hopefully mitigate these issues.Tax increment and lost revenue are other risk factors to consider in developing the Utah Inland Port.There is a scarcity of information about potential solutions, however,I am prepared to ask the important questions that can lead to improved outcomes for Salt Lake City residents. While there is no silver bullet that can resolve all of these issues,much less in one term of office,I have both the skill set and the passion to address them as holistically as possible.I look forward to the responsibility of constantly evaluating our city’s programs and prioritizing new issues as they arise. Thank you for your consideration, Taylor Thurman, MSW Shafer, Lauren From: Michelle Blue <MBlue@slco.org> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 12:07 PM To:Shafer, Lauren Subject: EXTERNAL) RE: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 - Applicant Verification Good afternoon, William Lloyd Palmer registered in the district since 2006. He is an active registered voter and I can see that he has voted in this district since that time. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks! Michelle Blue Administration/Finance Manager Salt, Lake County Clerk MBlue@slco.org 385-468-7425 SLCo Clerk Website From: Shafer, Lauren <Lauren.Shafer@slcgov.com> Sent: Monday, May 10, 2021 11:33 AM To: Michelle Blue<MBlue@slco.org> Subject: Midterm Vacancy in District 2 -Applicant Verification Hi Michelle, Please verify if the applicant is an active registered voter within Salt Lake City, and if possible the date they registered in the district and/or their voter history to determine the 12 month residency requirement. Thanks for all your help! Best, Lauren LAUREN SHAFER Deputy City Recorder Elections RECORDER'S OFFICE SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION 801-535-6221 i Shafer, Lauren From: John Clapp < Sent: Wednesday, May 5, 2021 9:50 PM To:Recorder Routing Subject: EXTERNAL) Endorsement for City council district 2 Categories: Council Vacancy To Whom it May Concerned, I am emailing in support of Bill Palmer to fill the vacancy recently opened for District 2 City Council Seat. Bill has been an community activist for 15 years, and has been helpful to the residents and visitors of our area. He also is a great community leader whom many of us look up to. He would bring great knowledge, experience and insight to the City Council in regards to District 2 and the unique challenges that we face. I also believe that he envisions Salt Lake City's goal of sustainability, walkability and housing development. Please consider Billy as your strongest candidate for the position of Dist. 2 Council Member. Sincerely, John Clapp i 1 7 9 2 5 Re: Billy Palmer Salt Lake City Council District Two vacancy Questionnaire Questionnaire: 1. What do you think are the top issues facing District 2 and how would you approach each of them? I feel many answers to this question are interlinked, and some of our solutions are difficult to reach without solving the other. For example, economic development will be hard to accomplish without creating housing development that recognizes levels of income that can support businesses well enough to keep businesses that serve our community, as well as attract or incentivize the opening of new businesses, as we seek to implement our Westside Master Plan. With that in mind:  One of our biggest challenges and best opportunities is North Temple and economic development in other parts of District 2. We fought hard for the Trax line on North Temple and for the assessment. We envisioned a “grand boulevard” that introduced visitors to our city coming from the airport. During the West Side Master Plan town halls and many meetings to follow, one of our biggest desires was to develop business nodes throughout the district. One of those locations was on 9th west, through 8th and 9th south. I continue to envision a grand boulevard and a walkable neighborhood not unlike the Glendale I grew up in. I recall going to movies, going down to the department store, and visiting my dentist in the same square where Dual Immersion School is now. I would like to continue this work. Possible solutions: o Continuing this vision will require a focus on finding solutions for our folks experiencing homelessness and I have great hopes that we, the mayor’s office along with Andrew Johnston’s new position, the State of Utah, and SL County remain focused on solutions for housing and for services that relate to the challenges our homeless community face. o Use my position as City Council Member to advocate for fair housing and continue with partnerships within our community to envision a plan that will bring mixed-income housing to our neighborhood and economic development.  Another Challenge is the concentration of low-income units. I think it will be important to work closely to find solutions for housing where, whether you are a restaurant owner, manager, chef, line cook, server, or busboy. You have the ability to find housing near your workplace. I see many challenges as each district has different values. I feel one of the solutions is in our development of programs that address the whole city's housing issues and how we communicate our plans while moving our city towards equitable housing opportunities. o I believe this is one of our biggest challenges. I believe part of our opportunities is communications. It is a hard sell when we talk about affordable housing to any community. I believe we can get there by reframing 1 7 9 2 5 the conversation around housing and educating what affordable actually looks like. o I would keep a very open mind about the concerns of all districts and work diligently with our council members and the mayor’s office to work through this. I believe it is one of our biggest points of friction and that much of that friction is necessary and positive. Another opportunity that I think has emerged during this past year is digital access in our communities. The lack of affordable and reliable internet service was a difficult bridge to cross for many of our students. We see our libraries and computer labs at community centers as an important resource in our neighborhoods. I would like to work on a plan that creates more access for districts 1 and 2 as well as the rest of the city where this is needed. o I would research what is working in other cities and work towards partnerships to address this issue. 2.What is an example of a District 2 project or program from the last five years that you think was a success, and why do you think it was successful? Having to pick one… I really love the 1,000 Trees program. Our aging urban forest will need more initiatives like this. I believe planting trees now will bring great dividends for generations. I am also excited about the Three Creeks Confluence project. I looks like it’s going to be beautiful and It’s a really great access point to the river for West-siders. 3. With regard to the Utah Inland Port, what do you think are the top 3 priorities about its development and the City’s role or interaction with the Inland Port Authority? One of the most important things to do here is to work closely with Mayor Mendenhall’s administration to be as strong as possible, a force as power brokers in all of the decisions yet to be made. Unification and leadership is needed for the sake of all of the cities residence. The set aside for housing will be an opportunity for Salt Lake and I am encouraged to find ways that this can help with homeownership for low-income families. Green, green, green. It’s here. It’s not going anywhere. Our job is to make sure that the Inland Port mitigates health and environmental concerns and that we communicate that well as our priority and as a success. We should also work on how we create as many opportunities as we can for our city. I have a question as well here. I am wondering if there is a way that we can ensure that Salt Lake City residents realize a large portion of the job opportunities to come. I’d like to explore that. RESOLUTION NO. ___ OF 2021 Appointing _____________________________ as a Member of the Salt Lake City Council to Fill the Unexpired Term of the Vacated Office Representing District 2 WHEREAS, the Salt Lake City Council, on May 13, 2021, met in an open and public Council meeting for the purpose of interviewing applicants to fill the midterm vacancy on the City Council representing District 2; and WHEREAS, after fully and appropriately considering and interviewing all interested applicants, the Council desires to appoint ______________as a member of the Salt Lake City Council representing District 2 until the date a successor is duly elected, qualified and sworn into office. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, that __________________________ is hereby appointed, pursuant to Utah Code section 20A-1- 510, to fill a partial term of the office vacated by Andrew Johnston in Council District 2, effective upon completion of the Oath of Office. The City Recorder is authorized and directed to administer the oath of office electronically and, after the oath is administered, will fully participate as a member of the City Council. Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah this ___ day of May 2021. City Council Chair Approved as to Form City Recorder Boyd Ferguson Senior City Attorney May 11, 2021