12/01/2020 - Work Session - MinutesMINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2020
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The City Council met in Work Session on Tuesday, December 1, 2020,
in an Electronic Meeting, pursuant to the Chair’s determination
and Salt Lake City Emergency Proclamation No. 2 of 2020(2)(b).
In Attendance: Council Members Chris Wharton, James Rogers, Amy
Fowler, Andrew Johnston, Daniel Dugan, and Darin Mano.
Absent: Councilmember Analia Valdemoros.
Staff in Attendance: Cindy Gust-Jenson, Council Executive
Director; Jennifer Bruno, Council Executive Deputy Director; Erin
Mendenhall, Mayor; Rachel Otto, Mayor’s Chief of Staff; Katherine
Lewis, City Attorney; Lisa Shaffer, Mayor’s Chief Administrative
Officer; Allison Rowland, Council Public Policy Analyst, Benjamin
Luedtke, Council Policy Analyst; Lehua Weaver, Council Associate
Deputy Director; Amanda Lau, Council Staff Assistant; Samuel Owen,
Council Policy Analyst; Mike Brown, Police Chief; Nick Norris,
Planning Director; Jonathan Larsen, Transportation Director; Nick
Tarbet, Council Office Policy Analyst; Blake Thomas, Community and
Neighborhoods (CAN) Director; Angela Price, Housing and
Neighborhood Department (HAND) Policy and Project Manager; Sara
Javoronok, Senior Planner; Susan Lundmark, Transportation Project
Manager; Lani Eggertsen-Goff, Housing & Neighborhood Director;
Robert Nutzman, Council Staff Assistant; Kira Luke, Council Policy
Analyst/Public Engagement; Vicki Bennett, Sustainability
Environment Director; Debbie Lyons, Deputy Sustainability
Environment Director; Brijette Williams, Council Public
Engagement/Communications Specialist; Cindy Lou Trishman, City
Recorder; and Scott Crandall, Deputy City Recorder.
Guests in Attendance: Rick Rasmussen, Civilian Review Board
Administrator.
Councilmember Wharton presided at and conducted the meeting.
The meeting was called to order at 2:04 p.m. 2:04:36 PM
AGENDA ITEMS
#1. 2:05:47 PM Informational: Updates from the Administration
The Council will receive an update from the Administration on
major items or projects, including but not limited to:
Local Emergencies for COVID-19, the March Earthquake, and the
September Windstorm; Updates on relieving the condition of people
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experiencing homelessness; Police Department work, projects, and
staffing, etc.; and Other projects or updates. View Attachment Mayor Mendenhall, Rachel Otto, and Mike Brown briefed the
Council on the following:
• COVID-19, waiting to learn if Salt Lake City would receive
a 3rd distribution of CARES funding, vaccination rollout,
and continued monitoring with the Salt Lake County Health
Department.
• Community Commitment Program, winter shelter (working to
locate 2nd location), 500 West 900 South
encampment/activity, and two portable restrooms on 900
South.
• Standing Police Department items, including a recent
meeting with leadership of the St. Mark’s Cathedral,
shelter resistant homeless issues, camera installations,
updates on the Community Intelligence Unit (CIU) assigned
to each district (new model was not a permanent or rotating
assignment) and created instead the Division of Community
Liaison officer (adjusting the reporting process to be
aligned with the geographical areas of specific districts).
• Chief Brown addressed questions from the Council regarding
the new arrangement of community officers including the
authority and team effort.
#2. 2:27:14 PM Informational: Updates on Racial Equity and Policing
The Council will hold a discussion about recent efforts on
various projects City staff are working on related to racial equity
and policing in the City. The conversation may include issues of
community concern about race, equity, and justice in relation to
law enforcement policies, procedures, budget, and ordinances.
Discussion may include:
• An update or report on the newly-created Commission on
Racial Equity in Policing; and
• Other project updates or discussion.
Allison Rowland briefed the Council noting the dates and times
of upcoming subcommittee scheduled meetings which were open to the
public.
#3. 2:30:07 PM Ordinance: Proposed Changes to the Police Civilian Review Board
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The Council will be briefed about and will discuss proposed
ordinance changes to the Police Civilian Review Board (known as
the PCRB or the CRB). The ordinance outlines civilian oversight of
police conduct in specific cases through independent complaint
review processes, and also recommends changes to department policy
and procedures. Changes could include expanding the size of the
Board, reducing barriers to serving on the Board, increasing the
period for complaints to be filed, and mandating an annual briefing
to the Council, among other changes. View Attachment
Allison Rowland, Katherine Lewis, Cindy Gust-Jenson, Mike Brown, Mayor Mendenhall, and Rick Rasmussen (CRB Administrator)
briefed the Council adding there was no concern with the Board’s
current practices and the current review was to strengthen the
efforts of the board.
Specific items desired for consideration by Council Members
were listed in the staff report. Ms. Rowland provided a summary of
the straw polls:
• Ms. Rowland confirmed the policy was four days to file a
complaint with the CRB after the individual had filed with
the police department; complaints could be completed
directly to the CRB as well, but were provided to the
Police Department. Council Members discussed the variants
of 30-60 day consideration.
o Straw poll: Support amending the City ordinance to
extend the period after an incident to file a complaint
to 50 days. All Council Members present were in favor.
• Ms. Rowland addressed the opportunity of people with
nonviolent felonies and certain misdemeanors.
o Straw poll: Support to amend City ordinance to allow
appointment to the CRB of people with nonviolent
felonies and certain misdemeanors in their past, but
who had completed their sentences; and additionally a
legislative intent to have Chief Brown return to
Council with further details regarding ride-along
criteria as part of the training necessary to serve
on the CRB. All Council Members present were in favor.
• Ms. Rowland indicated the adjustment from three to five
Board Members on the panel was considered to address the
concern of the number of panel members making the decision.
Additionally, considering the increase of total Board
Members to 21 to address the increased number of Board
Members available.
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Council Members discussed the participation of 21 members,
the value of five board members on a panel (difficulty obtaining
involvement), and if there was specific concern to the current
required number of three board members on the panel. It was noted
that on Officer Involved Critical Incidents (OICI) the internal
practice was to have five on a panel and could cause some waiting
to complete the request.
o Straw poll: Support to increase number of members to
21 (three from each district), define quorum as
majority of members currently seated and review
ordinance in 12 months. All members present were in favor.
o Straw poll: Support an amendment to the ordinance to
require an annual report of the CRB activity to the
Council. All Council Members present were in favor.
• Ms. Rowland shared the consideration of an honorarium to
the members of the CRB and noted that the Racial Equity in
Policing Commission members received a fixed annual
honorarium (dependent upon the position in the group),
including the cost of childcare, high speed internet, and
the difficulty of time to increase diversity of interested
residents to serve on the CRB.
Mayor Mendenhall noted a potential review of involving Board
Members to replace those who were unable to continue serving, and
the stipend assisted in the participation and engagement of City
efforts of improvement from a holistic perspective. Mayor
Mendenhall also noted a desire to have additional conversations to
discuss a suitable measure the City could offer to Board Members
involved.
o Straw poll: Not in support of the addition of an
honorarium to the ordinance for serving members of
the CRB (details yet to be determined), including a
legislative intent to hold a discussion regarding
honoraria for overall City Boards and Commission. Council Members Fowler and Wharton supported the straw poll; Councilmembers Johnston, Dugan, Mano, and Rogers did not support the straw poll.
o Straw poll: Support a study on honoraria and
potentially amend the Boards & Commissions ordinance. All Council Members present were in favor.
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• Ms. Rowland summarized budget requests and potential
legislative intents including provision of adequately
distanced workspace to address confidentiality of body-
worn camera footage (independent of COVID-19),
communication staff and media and to encourage service on
the board, and a succession plan and formalized policies.
Council Members discussed Staff workload and communication
efforts. Mayor Mendenhall noted the Administration would provide
a summary of information relating to the various boards and
commissions.
o Straw Poll: Support to provide an adequate workspace
for panel discussions, equipped for social distancing
and to allow confidential police body-worn camera
footage be shown to the group. All Council Members present were in favor.
o Straw Poll: Support to formally note a legislative
intent to expand efforts to provide communications
staff, or the opportunity to contract with a private
firm for this purpose. All Council Members present were in favor.
o Straw Poll: Support to request the Administration
design a succession plan for the Administrator/
Investigator position and legislative intent to
signal potential future ordinance changes: On-going,
independent, random audits of police body-worn camera
footage by the CRB Administrator/Investigator or
another entity. All Council Members present were in favor.
Discussion was held about the interest of CRB Board Members
to meet frequently with Council Members in a small group setting
arranged outside of the public meeting. Additionally, it was
mentioned there may be legislative action from the State level on
the speed of the rulings from the District Attorney’s office on
OICI cases.
Ms. Rowland said she would review the discussion/decisions
and bring information back to the Council.
#4. 3:35:43 PM Informational: Comprehensive Housing and Planning Petition Briefing
The Council will receive a briefing from the Department of
Community and Neighborhood staff on a variety of planning petitions
related to housing issues in the City. These issues include
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affordability, increasing housing supply, diversifying housing
options, and neighborhood compatibility. The goal of this
comprehensive briefing is so the Council and the public can link
proposals together that will be considered in the next few months
(whether active petitions, pending, or not yet determined) and
consider them with a “big picture” policy context. Some of the
topics that may be discussed include, but are not limited to: RMF-
30 Text Amendment, Shared Housing Text Amendment, Off Street
Parking Text Amendment, Affordable Housing Overlay, and
Residential Housing Loss Mitigation.
Please note: The Council will not take action on these
proposals at this meeting. Each item may have future stand-alone
briefings and public hearings before the Council takes action. View Attachment Nick Tarbet, Blake Thomas, Angela Price, Sara Javoronok, Susan Lundmark, Nick Norris, Jonathan Larsen, Jennifer Bruno, and Lani Eggertsen-Goff briefed the Council with attachments.
Challenges and solutions shared by the members of Community &
Neighborhood Divisions included the following solutions to build
an equitable and holistic city:
• Addressing housing affordability & affordable housing
• Planning and zoning items including residential land
area availability, compatibility in neighborhoods, value
assessment, and housing loss mitigation efforts;
consideration of residential units and height
adjustments through the various proposals of shared
housing, RMF-30 and Accessory Dwelling Units.
• Transportation items included increased mobility of
public transit, walkability, and further development of
the Street Typologies guide, Transit Master Plan and
Transportation Master Plan.
• Gentrification study to include economic stability
overview, housing loss mitigation, and housing
relocation assistance program reviewed through the lens
of urban revitalization and gentrification.
Councilmember Johnston commented on housing cost disparity,
housing equity, and inquired about the City’s goal and efforts
outlined.
Councilmember Mano commented on the component of areas which
were affordable being increasingly unaffordable.
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Councilmember Rogers noted destiny was in the hands of the
City when the property was owned by the City.
Mr. Norris and Ms. Eggertsen-Goff addressed the comments from
Council Members. Responses included the requirement to consider
housing in more places in the City (not only in transit corridors,
400 West or Sugar House) and to facilitate partnerships with
entities to maximize opportunities for City-owned property.
Councilmember Dugan noted transportation was essential to the
consideration.
Mr. Larsen addressed the comment but had technical
difficulties and a memorandum was proposed to be provided to the
Council.
Further discussion addressed the potential funding
opportunity to assist with the workload in HAND and Community &
Neighborhoods (CAN) to further promote the time available by staff
to work toward the Housing Loss Mitigation plan and some of the
zoning issues.
Mr. Thomas agreed to provide a memorandum on the option of
including the funding in Budget Amendment No. 5 on December 8,
2020.
#5. 4:51:14 PM Tentative Break
#6. 5:13:10 PM Ordinance: Budget Amendment No. 5 for Fiscal Year 2020-21 Follow-up Briefing
The Council will receive a follow-up briefing about an
ordinance that would amend the final budget of Salt Lake City,
including the employment staffing document, for Fiscal Year 2020-
21. Budget amendments happen several times each year to reflect
adjustments to the City’s budgets, including proposed project
additions and modifications. The proposal includes:
• accepting $7.1 million in U.S. Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) CARES Act grants which will be awarded to specific
community organizations through a separate, open, and
competitive process;
• adding temporary lighting near homeless resource centers;
• repairs to City sidewalks damaged during the September 8,
2020 windstorm;
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• demolition of the Glendale water park;
• $20.5 million from the next issuance of the $87 million voter-
approved Streets Reconstruction Bond;
• and other items. View Attachment
Item pulled. Ms. Bruno said any necessary discussions could
be held prior to next week’s meeting.
#7. 5:14:34 PM Joint City Council-Mayor Resolution: Establishing Electrified Transportation Goals
The Council will be briefed about a proposed joint resolution
with Mayor Mendenhall that would establish goals to improve air
quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The focus of the
resolution is electrification of transportation modes that
otherwise heavily rely on gasoline, diesel or natural gas (rather
than the broader scope of “travelwise” strategies such as walking,
biking or teleworking). If approved, the resolution would
memorialize Administration and Council commitment, and provide
direction for City departments and divisions to collaborate on
transportation strategies that will improve air quality and reduce
carbon emissions. View Attachment
Samuel Owen, Vicki Bennett, and Debbie Lyons briefed the
Council with attachments. Mr. Owen shared a brief overview of the
resolution including goals outlined: reduction of fossil fuels,
improved air quality, public health benefits, electrifying the
City’s internal fleet, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, managing
reliable transportation options, equitability and specific goals
or budgets associations not being defined in the resolution.
Ms. Bennett and Ms. Lyons addressed the request as a formal
opportunity for the City to advance the electrification of
transportation, addressing climate change and air quality.
There were no questions or comments from Council Members.
#8. 5:21:52 PM Informational: Review of 2021 Annual Meeting Calendar
The Council will review the draft 2021 Annual Meeting calendar
for the City Council, Redevelopment Agency, and Board of
Canvassers. View Attachment
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Brijette Williams reviewed meeting dates with the Council and
reported she would return with a revised calendar for additional
input/approval.
STANDING ITEMS
#9. REPORT OF THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR.
No discussion was held.
#10. REPORT OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, INCLUDING A REVIEW OF COUNCIL INFORMATION ITEMS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
Report of the Executive Director, including a review of
Council information items and announcements. The Council may give
feedback or staff direction on any item related to City Council
business, including but not limited to scheduling items.
No discussion was held.
#11. 5:51:00 PM CONSIDER A MOTION TO ENTER INTO CLOSED SESSION, IN KEEPING WITH UTAH CODE §52-4-205 FOR ANY ALLOWED PURPOSE.
Councilmember Fowler moved and Councilmember Mano seconded to
enter into Closed Session to discuss pending or imminent litigation
pursuant to Utah Code §52-4-205(1)(c) and Advice of Counsel. A
roll call vote was taken. Council Members Johnston, Wharton, Dugan,
Mano, Fowler, and Rogers voted aye. See File M 20-1 for Sworn
Statement. In Attendance: Council Members Johnston, Wharton, Fowler, Dugan,
Rogers, and Mano.
Absent: Councilmember Valdemoros.
Others in Attendance: Erin Mendenhall, Rachel Otto, Lisa Shaffer,
Cindy Gust-Jenson, Robert Nutzman, Allison Rowland, Jan Aramaki,
Jennifer Bruno, Kira Luke, Lehua Weaver, Samuel Owen, and Cindy
Lou Trishman.
The Work Session meeting adjourned at 5:52 p.m.
The Closed Session adjourned at 6:32 p.m.
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Minutes Approved: Tuesday, March 2, 2021
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COUNCIL CHAIR
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CITY RECORDER
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December 1, 2020.
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