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02/24/2015 - Formal Meeting - Minutes MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 , 2015 The City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, met in Regular Session on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at 7 : 00 p.m. in Room 315, Council Chambers, City County Building, 451 South State . The following Council Members were present: Charlie Luke Stan Penfold Luke Garrott Lisa Adams James Rogers Kyle LaMalfa Erin Mendenhall Cindy Gust-Jenson, Executive Council Director; David Everitt, Mayor' s Chief of Staff; Margaret Plane, City Attorney; and Scott Crandall, Deputy City Recorder; were present. Councilmember Garrott presided at and Councilmember Mendenhall conducted the meeting. OPENING CEREMONY #1 . 7:42:33 PM Pledge of Allegiance. #2 . Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Garrott seconded to approve the following Salt Lake City Council meetings , which motion carried, all members voted aye . • January 20, 2015 Work Session View minutes • February 3, 2015 Formal Meeting View minutes • February 17, 2015 Formal Meeting View minutes (M 15-4) (M 15-3) PUBLIC HEARINGS #1. 7:44:45 PM Accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance amending the City' s special events permitting process . The proposal would make the City's regulations more succinct; provide clarity about what constitutes small and large events; and creates a category for grandfathered events. Grandfathered events are those that have been held at the same location on the same date for three years or more and would receive priority when scheduling. View Attachments Councilmember Garrott moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to close the public hearing and defer action to a future meeting, which motion carried, all members voted aye. (0 15-2) #2 . 7:45:23 PM Accept public comment on an application submitted for the following grant: • 2016 Rocky Mountain HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area) 15 - 1 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 , 2015 $90, 447. The Salt Lake City Police Department has requested this grant to fund salary and benefits for an existing 1 . 0 FTE K9 Investigator on the Salt Lake City Metro Narcotics Task Force from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2016. View Attachments Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Garrott seconded to close the public hearing and refer to a future Consent Agenda, which motion carried, all members voted aye . (B 15-4) POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS #1 . 7:46:17 PM Adopting an ordinance amending the City' s building height standards in the FB-UN2 Form Based Urban Neighborhood District pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2014-00085 . The proposal would enable a developer to build a multi-family residential building up to five stories with a maximum height of 65 feet on property located on the northwest corner of 200 West Fayette Avenue. Currently, regulations limit building height to four stories with a maximum height of 50 feet. (Petitioner - Michael Allred) View Attachments Councilmember Garrott moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to adopt Ordinance 6 of 2015 . 7:46:48 PM Councilmember LaMalfa said the City recently went through a deliberate master/small area planning process to determine appropriate land uses concerning the Central Ninth area. He said he felt the proposed change would allow/move height away from the Central Ninth core which would detract from the notion that taller buildings would be located in the core and also detracted from the notion that planning processes were consistent/durable. He said development patterns needed to stay true to the spirit of those who participated in the plan and would vote against the motion. 7:49:19 PM Councilmember Garrott said although he was concerned about making another zoning change so soon, he felt the proposal was within the spirit of prior zoning changes and would add vitality and the potential for mixed-use development. 7:50:38 PM Councilmember Mendenhall said the proposal was in her district and shared concerns about making zoning changes right after changes were just made . She said she agreed with Councilmember Garrott and felt the proposal reflected a neighborhood quality that residents were looking for and would expand needed housing opportunities in that area. 15 - 2 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 , 2015 Councilmember Mendenhall called for the question, which motion carried, all members voted aye, except Councilmember LaMalfa who voted nay. (P 15-1) #2 . 7:52:23 PM Adopting an ordinance amending Salt Lake City Code relating to newsracks in the public right-of-way (amending Chapter 14 . 36, Newsracks, and the Consolidated Fee Schedule (CFS) pursuant to Petition No . PLNPCM2012-00793) . The proposed ordinance would increase licensing fees for newsracks and would make the City's Property Manager responsible for reviewing permits and enforcing the newsrack ordinance. Currently, the City's Zoning Administrator is responsible. (Petitioner - Mayor Ralph Becker) View Attachments Councilmember Rogers moved and Councilmember Penfold seconded to adopt Ordinance 7 of 2015. 7:53:31 PM Council Members Garrott, Luke, and Adams said they supported some elements of the proposal such as expanding newsracks to Sugar House but had concerns about proposed fees . They said they did not want this to be a hardship on businesses and thought additional discussion/review was needed. 7:55:08 PM Councilmember Penfold said based on Council Members concerns, he wondered if the proposal should be tabled until modifications could be made rather than vote the ordinance down and potentially have to restart the process . Nick Tarbet, Council Policy Analyst, said the fee portion of the proposal had already been adopted and the issue before the Council was to consider zoning changes . Councilmember Garrott asked about the rules to reconsider a vote. Ms . Gust-Jenson said a vote to reconsider had to be taken at the next meeting. She said it was too late to do that but the Council always had the ability to modify ordinances so a request could be made to amend the fee schedule at a future meeting. Councilmember Penfold said he would support the motion with the understanding that the Council would immediately revisit the CFS regarding fees particular to this proposal . He said the licensing and zoning components were appropriate. Councilmember Mendenhall asked if Councilmember Rogers would accept the friendly amendment . Councilmember Rogers asked for clarification. Councilmember Mendenhall said the motion was to approve 15 - 3 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 , 2015 the ordinance with the intention of revisiting the proposal/fees in the next CFS amendment . Councilmember Rogers said yes . Councilmember Mendenhall said when the Council revisited this, there needed to be better communication/public dialogue with news businesses because during the original process the Council had not heard from news sources until recently when they started to claim fees would be burdensome . Councilmember Mendenhall called for the question, which motion carried, all members voted aye . (P 14-15) (O 11-9) #3 . 7 :59:12 PM Adopting a motion or resolution addressing the financial status of the Salt Lake City Golf Enterprise Fund, including ongoing golf course operations, capital needs, course locations and uses, management, and other related items . View Attachments Jennifer Bruno, Executive Council Deputy Director, briefed the Council on the motion sheet/format . Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Rogers seconded to adopt a motion recommending the Administration consider the following options to address long-term Golf Fund issues : 1 . Transfer Wingpointe Golf Course operations to the Airport immediately and encourage the Airport to continue to operate it as an attractive entry way and a potential revenue producer for the Airport' s otherwise vacant property. 2 . Close Glendale Golf Course and repurpose for other open space uses . 3 . Consider legal options to repurpose Nibley Golf Course . 4 . Initiate a bond proposal this fall to ask voters to fund comprehensive improvements to regional trails and open space, including transitioning closed golf courses and the former Jordan Par-3 course. Ideally, the bond would be comprehensive enough to provide resources to address a variety of uses, incorporating foothills and integrating trail systems to create a unique park connection system. The Council encourages the Administration to determine uses through a public engagement process throughout the summer. 5 . Incorporate secondary water as part of bond for all golf courses and potentially all parks . If a bond is not successful, the general fund would cover the installation costs of secondary water. 6 . Allow Glendale and Nibley, if applicable, to remain open for golf until new uses are shovel ready. General Fund would provide any needed subsidy in the interim. 15 - 4 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 , 2015 7 . Forward two Request for Proposal (RFP) recommendations that the Council look at either/or: 1) an RFP to manage the entire golf system or 2) an RFP to hire a game-changer to oversee the Golf Fund. Councilmember Garrott asked about Option 7c which was to consider not issuing an RFP. Councilmember Penfold said no to Option c. Councilmember Rogers withdrew his second. Substitute Motion: Councilmember Luke moved to include 7c and add language to Item 1 so that it read "transfer Wingpointe Golf Course operations to the Airport immediately and encourage the Airport to continue to operate it as a golf course as an attractive entry way and a potential revenue producer for the Airport' s otherwise vacant property" . Councilmember Penfold said he would accept Councilmember Luke' s substitute motion as a friendly amendment. The motion was seconded by Councilmember LaMalfa. Discussion was held on what an RFP would entail . Councilmember Penfold said he hoped the Administration would come back to the Council with recommendations about an RFP, whether one would be done, what components would be included, etc. and that the Council would have an ongoing discussion about that . Councilmember Mendenhall said proposals received by the Council were some of the most revolutionary ideas around and said it would be disappointing if the Council did not request the Administration consider some of those "out of the box" ideas for managing/improving the City' s golf system. Councilmember Adams said she hoped the Administration heard the Council' s support for an RFP and wanted that to be considered. She said she would not have included 7c in the motion. Councilmember Mendenhall called for a roll call vote, which motion carried, all members voted aye, except Council Members Mendenhall and Adams, who voted nay. (B 15-6) QUESTIONS TO THE MAYOR FROM THE CITY COUNCIL 8:06:30 PM Councilmember Penfold asked if the Administration would consider issuing an RFP on golf course management. Mr. Everitt said yes and thanked the Council for their efforts . 15 - 5 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 , 2015 COMMENTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL 8:07 :02 PM Polly Hart spoke about animal control amendments relating to off- leash dogs . She said a Class B misdemeanor citation was an inappropriate crime level and asked the Council to change that to an infraction. Melvin Van Wagoner spoke about keeping the Glendale golf course open, allowing City courses to operate as small businesses, providing financial support, and inadequate public notice . He said he sent an e- mail to the Council and requested follow-up on his concerns/questions . Margaret Holloway submitted a hearing card regarding the wastewater treatment plant located at Rose Park. UNFINISHED BUSINESS #1 . 8:12:59 PM Adopting an ordinance amending Sections 8 . 04 . 070 , 8 . 04 . 390 , and 8 . 06 . 050, Salt Lake City Code; while also amending Chapter 8 . 15, Salt Lake City Code, in order to modify the City' s Animal Control procedures and enforcement processes . View Attachments Councilmember Penfold moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to adopt Ordinance 8 of 2015 with consideration that the City continue to re-evaluate the misdemeanor component, which motion carried, all members voted aye . (0 14-11) #2 . 8:13:54 PM Adopting a resolution in support of re-addressing planning in the Northwest Quadrant for beneficial land uses . The resolution supports a general approach for future land use, development, and environmental preservation in the area . View Attachments Councilmember Rogers moved and Councilmember Luke seconded to adopt Resolution 6 of 2015. 8:14:20 PM Councilmember Rogers said the Northwest Quadrant was one of the few remaining areas with available land and expressed concern about impacts to surrounding amenities/businesses that could occur with the construction of a State prison . He said the Council needed to move forward with master planning efforts and inform the State the City was serious about future economic development. He said he appreciated the hard work that went into the resolution and thanked the Council for their support. 15 - 6 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2015 8:16:34 PM Councilmember Garrott said the resolution was lengthy/detailed and contained policy decisions that needed further Council discussion. Councilmember Mendenhall called for the question, which motion carried, all members voted aye, except Councilmember Garrott who voted nay. (R 15-6) CONSENT 8:18:07 PM Councilmember Luke moved and Councilmember Penfold seconded to adopt the Consent Agenda, which motion carried, all members voted aye. #1 . Setting the date of Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 7 :00 p.m. to accept public comment and consider approving ordinances adopting Budget Amendments No. 2 and No. 3 for Fiscal Year 2014-15 . View Attachments Budget amendments happen several times each year to reflect adjustments to the City's budgets, including proposed project additions and modifications. This amendment contains a number of proposed adjustments to the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Budget, including funding for: • culinary incubator kitchen grants; • enhancing the Police Department's multi-disciplinary response to domestic violence; • maps and educational materials for bike and pedestrian safety; • an open streets event in May; • maintenance at the old Public Safety Building; • Workers Compensation budget for the Police Department; and • affordable transit passes through the Hive Pass - an extension of the 2014 pilot program. Monthly transit passes will be available to City residents for $41 . 88, with UTA and the City sharing the remaining costs (B 15-5) (B 15-7) #2 . Approving the appointment of Jeff Dixon to the Transportation Advisory Board for a term extending through September 25, 2017 . (I 15-2) #3 . Approving the appointment of Dee Brewer to the Culture Core Budget Committee for a term extending through January 31, 2018 . (I 15-6) 15 - 7 MINUTES OF THE SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2015 #4 . Approving the appointment of Jill Miller to the Utah Performing Arts Board for a term extending through December 31, 2017 . (I 15-7) #5 . Approving the reappointment of LaVone Liddle to the Mosquito Abatement District Board for a term extending through December 31, 2019 . (I 15-8) #6 . Approving the transfer of the following grant projects and establish a project budget for the grants to be confirmed in a formal budget opening (associated with Budget Amendment No. 4) : • Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Grant; • State Office of Crime Victim Reparations FY 2014 Violence Against Women (VAWA) Grant; • State of Utah, Department of Public Safety Alcohol & Drug Fee Committee Grant; and • Department of Energy Solar Market Pathways Wasatch Solar Project Grant. View Attachments (B 15-4) The meeting adjourned at 8 : 18 p .m. Council Chair City Recorder This document is not intended to serve as a full transcript as additional discussion may have been held; please refer to the audio or video for entire content . This document along with the digital recording constitute the official minutes of the Salt Lake City Council Regular Session meeting held February 24, 2015 . sc 15 - 8