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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/03/2025 - Meeting Minutes MINUTES FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS BOARD MEETING(CDCIP) Monday, March 3, 2025 S:00pm 1. Board Members Board Members Not Present Brad Christensen Jake Skog Heidi Steed Devon Schechinger Dallin Jones Andrea Schaefer Joseph Murphy Jenny Bonk Staff Present Bret Montgomery, Rachel Molinari, Mike Atkinson, Sherif Basta, Owen Reeder, and Ben Luedtke—Department of Finance Elizabeth Buehler—Information Management Services Tom Millar, Katherine (Kat)Andra, Ryen Schlegel, and Jon Rueda- Public Lands Department Blake Thomas—Mayor's Office Constituents' Present Roxy Christensen-Sugar House Park Authority 2. Staff Updates There were no staff updates. 3. Business Ms. Molinari welcomed the CDCIP Board members and City staff then opened the meeting on March 3, 2025, at 5:02 p.m. She explained that each application would have a few minutes to be presented, followed by a Q&A from the Board members. Ms. Molinari informed the participants attending online to please keep their microphones muted until they were called upon. She also said that each person must state their name for the public record before answering any questions. The staff offered individual introductions. Mr. Skog then started the introduction of the CDCIP Board, and each member introduced themselves. Internal Public Lands Applications: Mr. Millar reviewed a handout provided to the Board members, outlining the Public Lands accomplishments and highlights from the past year. He then introduced the Public Lands master plan, titled "Reimagine Nature." Following this, Mr. Millar elaborated on the structure of the Public Lands department, detailing its various divisions and their respective responsibilities. Ms. Andra outlined the approach for the Public Lands funding request. The Department Annual Report handout and PowerPoint slides for all the applications presented in the meeting are attached for reference. 20 Acres oflrrigation System Replacements & Supportive Waterwise Landscaping • Ms. Andra described the application for the Board. • Ms. Bonk inquired if there was a prioritized list of Public Lands projects. o Ms. Molinari responded that there was no separate priority list for individual departments. Instead, the list would be determined by the Capital Asset Planning (CAP) Committee and shared before the next meeting. o Mr. Murphy asked for further clarification, to which Ms. Molinari explained that rankings for individual departments would not be provided in order to comply with the Mayor's goal of a One City approach for funding. • Mr. Murphy requested that each application also includes the funding sources for which it was eligible. o Ms. Molinari clarified that funding eligibility for each application was still being determined,but it would be presented in a future meeting. o Ms. Schaefer then asked if each application would be reviewed for potential partial funding. o Mr. Atkinson explained that impact fees would be considered, and that the final scope of each project would determine its eligibility for various types of funding. He noted that eligibility details would be provided in the future funding meeting. • Ms. Bonk reiterated her request for a ranking of each Public Lands application. o Mr. Millar replied that Public Lands had not internally ranked their projects. • Mr. Murphy asked about the funding source for cemeteries. o Mr. Millar explained that cemetery funding came from an operational budget, separate from the Capital Improvement Program(CIP). He then discussed the different Divisions within Public Lands and the meetings held to discuss the goals and priorities of each division. Civic Campus and Green Loop Implementation • Mr. Thomas described the application for the Board. • Mr. Jones inquired about potential legislative actions that might impact the project. o Mr. Thomas replied that the State Legislature was still in session, and no decisions had been made regarding legislative action. • Mr. Murphy noted that city planning prioritized maintaining existing assets, and some might view this as creating a new asset. o Mr. Thomas clarified that the entire project was estimated to cost between$12 million and $18 million, with several potential funding sources. He estimated that approximately $6 million of the total could be eligible for Park Impact Fees, which must be used for new assets or asset expansion. o Mr. Millar added that other options for bringing green space to the downtown area would be significantly more expensive. o Mr. Thomas further explained that the complete Green Loop project was estimated to cost $350 million. He noted that acquiring new land for additional green space would cost just as much as purchasing an equivalent amount of land. • Ms. Bonk asked if there was a minimum required amount to proceed with the project. o Mr. Thomas stated that construction would not begin until the necessary funding was secured, and efforts were underway to secure additional external funding. o Ms. Schechinger inquired if the requested amount was the minimum needed to start the project. o Mr. Thomas confirmed that it was, and expressed hope that the requested amount would qualify for impact fee eligibility. • Mr. Skog raised concerns about a potential change in administration and how that might affect funding for the Green Loop project, especially with funding being allocated to a new park on the West Side. o Mr. Thomas explained that the Green Loop plan had been in development for over 15 years, was part of the Reimagine Nature Master Plan, and would continue to move forward regardless of any changes in administration. He also discussed the population growth downtown and how the Green Loop would provide much- needed green space for the anticipated population growth in the area. o Mr. Millar referred to a map from the 2019 Parks and Public Lands Needs Assessment, emphasizing that the Green Loop project would elevate downtown to the same level of park access as other parts of the city, without the additional expense of land acquisition. The map is attached for reference. Event Infrastructure and Pavilion Replacement for Vibrant, Safe Parks • Ms. Andra described the application for the Board. • Mr. Christensen asked which locations had been selected for this application. o Mr. Millar outlined the three, possibly four, locations chosen, highlighting their frequency of reservations and the poor condition of the pavilions. o Mr. Schlegel discussed the park usage, explaining that the project would enable smaller groups to host events. o Mr. Millar added that the current cost burden on smaller groups hosting events could be alleviated with additional infrastructure, making the spaces more affordable and accessible for increased use. • Mr. Murphy inquired about proposed improvements to Fairmont Park being funded by a bond. o Mr. Millar clarified that while some areas of Fairmont Park would be funded by the bond,pavilion replacement was not eligible for that funding. o Mr. Murphy asked which parks would be prioritized if only partial funding was available. o Mr. Millar stated that this information could be provided at a future meeting. o Ms. Molinari added that details about partial funding would be available by the end of the week. • Mr. Jones asked about the safety of the current pavilions. o Mr. Millar confirmed that all the pavilions were safe but noted that they were increasingly difficult and costly to maintain. o Mr. Millar and Mr. Schlegel discussed some of the proposed improvements that would be made to the parks. • Ms. Schechinger raised concern about ADA accessibility not being mentioned in the application narrative. o Mr. Millar explained that ADA accessibility was inherently included in the application due to federal law requirements. Liberty Lake Dredging and Aeration System Replacement • Ms. Andra described the application for the Board. • Mr. Christensen inquired about the potential cascading effect of water from Liberty Park reaching the Jordan River and its impact on water quality. o Mr. Millar explained that if water quality issues arise, the water from Liberty Park could be contained within the park to prevent it from flowing into the river. • Mr. Jones asked how Public Lands determined the estimated cost for dredging. o Mr. Millar clarified that the estimate was based on a similar dredging project Salt Lake County conducted at Sugar House Pond. o Mr. Jones expressed concerns about the costs and the potential damage to the park caused by dredging. o Ms. Molinari emphasized the importance of relying on the expertise of various City Departments to provide accurate cost estimates. o Mr. Millar discussed the significant amount of water used for irrigation at Liberty Park, noting that improvements in the water system could lead to substantial savings. • Ms. Bonk asked when the lake was last dredged. o Mr. Millar responded that the last dredging occurred in 2011 or 2012 and should be done approximately every 10 years. • Ms. Schechinger inquired about the source of the water for the lake. o Mr. Millar explained that the lake was filled using water from Red Butte Creek. • Mr. Murphy asked whether the irrigation needs for Liberty Park would be addressed using funds from the earlier irrigation project discussed that evening. o Mr. Millar clarified that it wouldn't be funded this year, but the project could be funded in future years if the necessary funds were awarded. Parks'Legal Compliance with 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design • Ms. Andra described the application for the Board. • There were no questions from the Board. Playground Replacements • Ms. Andra described the application for the Board. • Mr. Murphy asked for clarification regarding whether this was a continuing programmatic request o Ms. Andra explained that the 2019 Needs Assessment evaluated all the parks and identified areas requiring maintenance or replacement. The current request would fund repairs and upgrades for four of the City's parks. Public Lands was also working on a strategic request to outline funding for future playground improvements. • Mr. Murphy asked if funding was awarded for playground improvements in last year's applications. o Mr. Millar confirmed that funding was awarded, totaling just over$1.5 million for both court and playground improvements. • Mr. Jones inquired about the frequency of playground assessments, like the 2019 evaluation. o Ms. Andra noted that an update is currently in progress, but a comprehensive needs assessment should ideally be conducted every 10 years. • Mr. Murphy asked if other departments were involved in planning tree placements near playgrounds to provide shade. o Mr. Millar explained that every park design or improvement involves a representative from Urban Forestry. While some playgrounds may not be suitable for trees nearby, alternative shade structures are available for playgrounds. • Mr. Murphy asked for clarification on whether tree planting and shade structures would be addressed with this funding. o Mr. Millar clarified that trees and shade structures would require separate funding; the current project was focused solely on upgrading the playground equipment. Safe, Open, Clean Park Restrooms • Ms. Andra described the application for the Board. • Ms. Schechinger asked whether the design and floor plan of the restrooms would change or if they would be expanded. o Ms. Andra responded that the footprint would remain similar, as it was based on a restroom study that had proven successful in the past. o Mr. Millar added that there are various design options, each with their own advantages and drawbacks. Depending on the specific restroom and its location, the best approach would be selected for each case. • Mr. Murphy inquired about the restroom study that began last year and asked about the current status of the study. o Mr. Millar explained that funding for the study was awarded last October, but due to some internal changes, the study had not yet started. He reassured that the recommendations from the study would be completed and incorporated into the restroom improvements proposed in this application. Sugar House Park—50150 Cost Share for One Pavilion Replacement& Critical Infrastructure Upgrades • Ms. Andra described the application for the Board. • Mr. Christensen noted that the request was relatively small compared to other applications and asked what funding was already in place. o Mr. Millar explained that the request was smaller because Salt Lake County shares the costs with the city on a 50150 basis. He emphasized that Salt Lake County handles design and project management, while Salt Lake City residents benefit from using the park. o Ms. Christensen provided additional details on how the funding would be allocated. Three Sport Court Replacements • Ms. Andra described the application for the Board. • Ms. Schechinger asked how Public Lands would decide whether to use concrete or asphalt for the courts, noting that concrete is more environmentally friendly. o Ms. Andra explained that all factors would be considered during the design phase, including whether to resurface the courts or, in the case of replacements, whether concrete or asphalt would be the best option for each individual court. o Mr. Millar added that the current application specifically addressed existing asphalt courts, which could potentially be replaced with concrete. o Mr. Ruedas added that the cost estimates in the application are based on replacing asphalt courts with concrete. • Mr. Jones asked whether post-tension concrete would be used for the courts. o Mr. Millar and Mr. Ruedas both confirmed that post-tension concrete would be used due to its greater durability and longer lifespan. • Mr. Murphy asked if Victory Park had been funded in the previous year. o Mr. Millar explained that Victory Park presented unique challenges due to its slope and other factors. Additional work would be required to assess the land beneath the current court. • Mr. Murphy also inquired whether this was a programmatic request and if it would qualify for impact fees. o Mr. Millar confirmed that it was a programmatic request. Whether it would qualify for impact fees depends on whether it constitutes an expansion of service. Expanding the size of a court could qualify, but replacing an existing court would not. Before ending the question-and-answer part of the meeting Mr. Millar emphasized that ADA standards are not just guidelines but legal requirements that must be considered when evaluating all the City's parks. He noted that ADA improvements benefit everyone, not just those with disabilities. He also highlighted that parks are a vital part of public infrastructure, much like streets or utilities. Mr. Atkinson then took a couple of minutes to discuss the distinction between a program and a project. A. Overview and Expectations of next Meeting Ms. Molinari mentioned that the equity language section of the scoring matrix is currently being reviewed by various departments. She confirmed that the scoring matrix would be distributed before the end of the week. The next meeting was scheduled for Monday, March 10, 2025, and will focus on Public Services and Engineering. With only eight applications to cover, the meeting will conclude with a presentation of the scoring matrix, similar to last year, and she will be available to answer any questions. If time permits, the CAP memo will also be discussed. Mr. Christensen inquired about S.B. 195, which is currently under consideration during the Legislative Session, and how it might impact proposed costs for transportation projects. Ms. Molinari replied that the State Legislative Session would conclude before the next meeting, and City representatives would be available to address any questions at that time. B. Approval of the Minutes Mr. Murphy made a motion to approve the minutes of February 19, 2025. Mr. Jones seconded the motion. Ms. Steed abstained because she was not present at that meeting. Upon roll call the minutes were approved. C. Adiournment There being no further business. Mr. Skog adjourned the meeting at 6:48 pm. XJak kog(Mar 18,2025 11:48 MDT) CDCIP Board Chair This document along with the digital recording constitute the official minutes of the CDCIP Board meeting held March 3, 2025. . 2024 PUBLIC ANNUAL LANDS REPORT SALT LAKE CITY, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC LANDS "*e 1 FROM THE DIRECTOR June 17th,2024, marked the 142nd year of Salt Lake City Parks. , The first major public park in Salt Lake City was dedicated in 1882 as Liberty Park, making that the year the city began to care for and • • maintain its parks. �.•- - I'm grateful to live in and serve a city that consistently prioritizes • • parks. I have deep respect for our long-standing tradition of _•- �.• • . • resource stewardship and community building,which involves our _ ••_ • volunteers,stakeholders,staff,and residents. This year has highlighted the challenges of maintaining our ball _•• _• fields, medians,and parks as we faced the annual spring surge in _ • • _ • • •. park use,with increasing overnight camping,and rising incidents • •, of vandalism and theft.Our teams work tirelessly,often putting in extra hours,to catch up once the snow melts and the grass ' ' • ' • • • • begins to grow.Clearing trash, repairing vandalized sprinkler - •• heads,and reinstalling copper wire day after day is no easy task, -_ , • • •. • • • • • but our dedicated teams rise to the challenge.This dedication to care is evident daily through the efforts of our parks staff and the •- community volunteers who lend a helping hand. � _ • In 2024,we successfully organized over 60 volunteer events, spanning from large community initiatives to smaller,targeted � _ • stewardship projects.These events attracted hundreds of committed volunteers, helping us enhance our public green spaces • by reducing invasive plants and fostering connections between _ • communities and nature. This year,we've dedicated ourselves to listening closely.When voters passed the 2022 GO Bond,we promised to hear their ideas, needs,and aspirations for their neighborhood parks.The PL Planning Team,along with our Community Engagement Manager, has honored that promise by facilitating engagement at several parks. - In keeping with the legacy of our park system,we're committed to looking beyond today and planning for tomorrow.We are developing two new parks to expand our system and alleviate pressure on existing ones as our city's population grows.We're also fulfilling our long-standing promise to improve Pioneer Park, •' - � K 3 ,y ,� i,�o _ our only downtown park,after nearly two decades of discussions • = - - = '•• f W a I about necessary enhancements.Additionally,we are envisioning •• - Oil a revitalized future for our city river by focusing on restoring the • �` ry� � z= ,' riverbanks,and creating a welcoming,safe corridor for all who visit. '-• , r� �� ;g - Thank you to the residents of Salt Lake City,stakeholders and the Public Lands team for your care for the places that bring us all together. LM Thank you, Kristin Riker,Salt Lake City Public Lands Department DirectorqW x^ - y SUSTAIN: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY PLANNING & DESIGN URBAN FORESTRY Public Landswill • _ to •_ on theforefront of • A member of our team led policy development as Organized and conducted the largest one-day the co-chair of the Citys Sustainable Infrastructure volunteer tree-planting event in recent City history, employing sustainableoperations practices such as conserving water resourcesCommittee,resulting in new hosting more than 200 volunteers at the Regional • greater • climate change • making significant contributions • citywide standards requiring SITES certification Athletic Complex to plant 279 new trees. an equitable , • _ • healthiernaturalenvironment cover _ for all public lands capital projects with construction planted more than 1,000 new westside that improves regional quality • provides • • habitat. budgets of$2 million or more. neighborhood trees(and more than 1,800 trees, • Set a goal in the Emerald Ribbon Action Plan citywide)for the 5th straight year. to restore 30%of the Jordan River corridor by converting invasive species to native plants Expanded the Mark Smith Memorial Arboretum(at enhancing ecosystem services. the Salt Lake City Cemetery)to 111 distinct species, making the collection eligible for Tier 2 status. • Designed new park projects,including the Liberty Park Rotary Playground and multiple smaller parks, Diverted 90%of tree and tree pruning wood to be PARKS REGIONAL ATHLETIC COMPLEX incorporating water-wise landscaping to processed into mulch and provided five deliveries conserve resources and increase resilience of urban wood to the Hogle Zoo to be used in • Continued to prioritize sustainability by utilizing a Treated retention ponds by cutting and spraying to climate variability. exhibits and for animal browse. fleet of six electric mowers and dozens of battery- phragmites,significantly reducing invasive growth. powered tools to maintain parks while reducing Plans are in place to establish native vegetation basedt re ep u i multiple m tocont increase e the order' air pollution. once phragmites are eradicated. GOLF based tree pruning program to increase the efficiency and quality control of contracted • Finalized the installation of WeatherTrak irrigation Upgraded irrigation controllers at Glendale, tree work. controls across all parks,enabling real-time TRAILS & NATURAL LANDS Mountain Dell,and Forest Dale courses and monitoring and management via mobile devices replaced pumps at Glendale. to improve water efficiency,detect leaks,and Hired the first full-time Restoration Ecologist and streamline maintenance. vegetation/trail maintenance staff for the Salt Lake Allocated$1,853,569 for cart path repairs and City Foothills,boosting the division's sustainable continued tee box leveling projects across multiple • Collaborated with agriscience experts from restoration and upkeep capacity. courses,enhancing playability and sustainability. Brigham Young University and Utah State University to evaluate and procure water-saving turf varieties Developed operations and maintenance plans for test plots,supporting future turf improvements for key natural lands,ensuring work aligned with in city parks. goals and management objectives. • Maintained a hybrid garden pilot program at City- Trained staff in noxious weed management County Building Horseshoe with native water-wise and implemented updated practices to reduce and traditional plant species. herbicide use on natural lands. • Established partnerships with the Utah Division CEMETERY of Forestry,Fire,and State Lands and the State of Utah to improve weed control and manage debris x • Adopted electric tools and upgraded irrigation along the Jordan River,leveraging$150,000 in systems to WeatherTrak technology,providing state funding to enhance river health. *=yam efficient water management that adjusts to weather patterns,prevents leaks,and minimizes waste. " ' f PARK RANGERS q, • Initiated a roadway and irrigation project to modernize infrastructure,improve targeted tree Supported tree health across parks by assisting *�'" •. '• irrigation,and reduce system inefficiencies. with watering efforts and promptly reporting - , irrigation maintenance issues to reduce resource r waste and maximize efficiency. �� 7• P _ T t Ii ! e � Y i i CONNECT: CONNECTED GREEN SPACES PARK RANGERS PLANNING & DESIGN Well-maint' •, welcoming trails, streets, public transportation, and sidewalks Delivered 61 public programs attended by 1,844 Finalized Phase II design for bilingual park signage are interconnected circulatory system. This system connects individuals through September 2024. (English and Spanish),with 20 parks receiving pedestrians, • • - • green • outstanding Conducted homeless outreach. update signage by the end of 2025. New signs will include orientation maps for the parks that do not natural landscapes. • - to enhance these systems and increase Developed new educational materials for park currently have them. • • to include everyday destinations ranging • the daycare, library, users and specific programs. Conducted workshops in Westside neighborhoods • _ store, pharmacy • museum. Launched the Be WILD Campaign in collaboration to gather input for the Emerald Ribbon Action Plan, with Trails&Natural Lands and Communications to with high-priority project designs starting in 2025. foster a culture of stewardship and inclusivity. • Continued training Rangers in de-escalation techniques and participated in citywide Homeless PARKS CEMETERY Services meetings. • Formalized a Memorandum of Understanding Successfully launched Spatial Generations,a public- GOLF (MOU)with the University of Utah to use their facing,cloud-based platform that modernizes the Expanded free practice areas across all courses, greenhouse,addressing the temporary inability to Cemetery s plot ownership and burial adding new bunkers at Forest Dale,Bonneville,and use the Liberty Park Greenhouse. records database. Rose Park to support golfers of all skill levels. • Completed five bridge re-decking and Partnered with the Information Management Conducted 82 Junior Golf Clinics with 1,038 reinforcement projects along the Jordan River Systems department to migrate records and participants and 57 Adult Golf Clinics with 396 Trail,improving safety and accessibility,the project make burial data accessible through the Cemetery participants,including 30 women-only clinics with remains ongoing. website,featuring tools such as wayfinding,photo 240 participants. • Planted over 200 new trees at the Regional Athletic uploads,and headstone images. g� Continued planning for the replacement of the Complex(RAC)on Earth Day. URBAN FORESTRY Rose Park Golf Course irrigation system,including • Collaborated with Planning,Communications, removing 25%of irrigated turf for more and Park Rangers to inventory and standardize Conducted five walking tree tours for interested sustainable landscaping. park signage,improving existing assets and groups at city parks. exploring outreach signage for areas with common homelessness concerns. Expanded Keep Your Cool campaign outreach, distributing new swag and engaging residents with • Incorporated detour,wayfinding,and project tree care information at 20+city events. information signs as part of ongoing park projects, ensuring the public stays informed. Delivered seven presentations,participated in four panel discussions,and one podcast to elevate tree REGIONAL ATHLETIC COMPLEX knowledge and awareness in northern Utah. • Hosted a 191-day season,with 8,835.5 reservation TRAILS & NATURAL LANDS hours,4,418 games played,and an average of 552 ,.L4 Finalized Phase II of the Fairmont Stream hours per field during the season. •`�- Restoration,including interpretive signage that • Generated$606,019 in reservation revenue and an highlights the benefits of stream restoration and economic impact of$18.4 million from 18 out-of- native plantings,in collaboration with Friends of1� ?- state events. Fairmont Park. r • Welcomed over 200,000 visitors and represented Advanced the Be WILD Campaign,promoting — — teams from 37 states. responsible public lands stewardship and increasing user education. • Organized 44 tournaments and events. _ = r� fi ;a WELCOME: ACTIVE, AUTHENTIC AND INCLUSIVE SPACES PLANNING & DESIGN GOLF Idealparks are actively used by • for abilities Hosted a grand opening for the newly-renovated Expanded free practice areas across all courses, • cultures and strive to be authentic, • - • neighborhood • Liberty Park Basketball Court,transforming it into adding new bunkers at Forest Dale,Bonneville,and community's • _• to looking at top-downand bottom-up a vibrant community space with a public art mural, Rose Park to support golfers of all skill levels. community-cl riven solutions to welcoming more people and will strive to reflect new amenities,and improved infrastructure. Conducted 82 Junior Golf Clinics with 1,038 _ Opened the city's first free-pick orchard at participants and 57 Adult Golf Clinics with 396 _ • • • • • neighborhoods ' • of parks the 9-Line Orchard at Hayes Avenue between participants,including 30 women-only clinics with • open s•. - Glendale Street and 1100 West,in partnership 240 participants. with Tree Utah,with Parkview Elementary students participating in tree planting. Continued planning for the replacement of the Rose Park Golf Course irrigation system,including • In collaboration with the Public Utilities removing 25%of irrigated turf for more Department,completed Rosewood Park's eight sustainable landscaping. PARKS Hosted the Monster Block Party,now in its third lighted pickleball courts,the largest complex in the year,as a beloved annual community event for the city and the first on the west side,addressing the TRAILS & NATURAL LANDS • Provided input on citywide projects,including west side. growing demand for recreational amenities. pickleball rule updates,tennis court conversions, Prioritized community input by researching Strengthened sustainable trail and natural Completed design for the RAC Playground,with land management b collecting usage patterns and the Green Loop and Emerald Ribbon historical archives,conducting public meetings,and g Y g g maintenance plans. equipment ordered and construction scheduled infusing park designs with the unique identities of and planning improvements to enhance user for Spring 2025. Installed the new Taufer Park Playground in their neighborhoods. experience and ecosystem health. • collaboration with KABOOMI, Delta Airlines,and the PARK RANGERS Facilitated opportunities for art,recreation,and EVENTS Utah Jazz,combining community design sessions public involvement at numerous community events and build days for a successful reopening. Expanded programs and tours to activate to help residents shape the future of their parks. underutilized spaces and engage visitors in Hosted 16 unique events across 49 activation days, • Supported RDA and city planners with insights for Held a ribbon cutting and completed final engaging 37,500 attendees and partnering with current and future ballpark initiatives,ensuring significant parks,hosting 114 tour attendees construction items for Marmalade Plaza near 200+vendors to enhance offerings and support alignment with the citys vision. and 303 hours of event support through 500 North and 300 West,providing public open local businesses. September 2024. space to the Marmalade neighborhood,library • Expanded trash patrols along the Cottonwood and Jordan River Trail QRT)to address issues of Strengthened partnerships with SLC Public Patrons,and residents of immediately adjacent homelessness-related debris and vandalism. Schools,the Utah Museum of Natural History, multi-family homes. Tracy Aviary,and others to broaden educational CEMETERY and stewardship opportunities. • Collaborated with the Utah Cultural Stewardship • Redesigned the Cemetery office to create a more Society and the State History Preservation Office welcoming and comfortable environment for to improve monitoring and reporting of culturally families seeking information or scheduling burials. significant sites and public art. • Contracted for installing lights on the first"Tree Supported Public Lands events such as Yappy � F� ' of Life"near the Sexton Office,creating a festive Hours,July Holidays,Yoga in the Park,and Fall display to enhance the holiday season at Dog Trainings,enhancing event experiences A the Cemetery. through staffing and stewardship. a REGIONAL ATHLETIC COMPLEX STEWARDSHIP w, • Hosted the Refugee Foster Care Program in Hosted thousands of volunteers supporting 60+ partnership with Catholic Community Services, events,including Earth Day clean-ups,RAC Tree engaging 75 youth,foster parents,and staff in a Planting(250 trees),invasive weed removal,native meaningful event. habitat restoration(32,000 seedlings),and ongoing - stewardship efforts IikeJordan River Trail and • Held three free Real Salt Lake youth camps,with Foothills maintenance. over 80 campers attending each session,providing opportunities for skill development and recreation. 8 9 PROTECT: STEWARDSHIP PublicThe - • Departmentbalance providing _ green spaces • the URBAN FORESTRY Completed and presented to the City Council about the Allen Park Adaptive Reuse and Management public while - • • • • irreplaceable • - keep Converted an Office Tech position to an additional Plan,which will guide GO Bond-funded and wild.the city _ Department stewardship - • car_ • •- green Service Coordination Arborist position to increase other improvements to Allen Park,which the City development plan review and inspection capacity acquired and opened in 2020. spaces • seek out opportunities to partner with advocacy groupsand schools by100%. • educate • _ • • _ public • •_ stewards •f the - • - • learn history. Began developing the Strategic Capital,Acquisition, • Established a new robust tree mitigation appraisal and Asset Management Plan(SCAAMP)to maximize protocol to ensure that the actual value of mature the impact of funding and ensure the long-term trees is mitigated when development necessitates care of public assets. tree removal. • Responded to and mitigated 101 tree-related GOLF emergencies in the interest of public safety. • Made significant progress on deferred maintenance,including irrigation system PARKS TRAILS & NATURAL LANDS PLANNING & DESIGN upgrades,cart path repairs,tee box leveling,and clubhouse improvements. • Partnered with diverse community groups, Completed the Rotary Glen Restoration,installing Secured water slides from the former Raging including the International Peace Gardens fencing and native plants to preserve woodland Waters/Seven Peaks water park for reuse as a new Invested$1,853,569 in cart path repairs at multiple Committee,Coach Mike's Tennis Foundation, Rotary habitat near the off-leash dog park to enhance placemaking feature in Glendale Park,blending courses,with Bonneville scheduled for Spring 2025. Club,neighborhood organizations,community safety and ecological health. sustainability with creative design. Completed the second year of a four-year tee box baseball leagues,and"Friends of organizations. Transformed the Cornell Wetlands into a Advanced the International Peace Gardens'CIP- leveling project at all City golf courses. These collaborations have strengthened community demonstration site for native plantings and funded project,completing art restoration and stewardshipand advanced Parks'mission to P g Replaced the clubhouse and maintenance storm water management,highlightingri arian making significant progress on new plantings and maintain vibrant public spaces. g P structural renovations to reserve this cultural building roofs and rebuilt the clubhouse deck at restoration efforts alongtheJordan River. p Mountain Dell. • Finalized restoration work at Wasatch Hollow, landmark. stabilizingthe hillside and repairing flood- Partnered with the Salt Lake City School District to Purchased$838,997 in new equipment to improve P g reduce illegal activities at the East Bench Preserve Partnered with Engineering to finalize designs for damaged infrastructure. g course maintenance and operations. g and H-Rock and initiated restoration planning for stabilizing the Fisher Mansion,with construction • Engaged over 150 volunteers in the annual 2025. estimated to begin in 2025.Also initiated a visioning Introduced new golf car fleets at Rose Park and Memory Grove cleanup,demonstrating strong process for its future use. Forest Dale,enhancing player experience and community involvement. Upgraded irrigation at Hidden Hollow to reduce Hosted open houses and public events to gather sustainability. water use,improve natural habitat,and ensure P P • Restored and protected historic elements in parks, safety at this urban oasis. input on park designs,strengthening community including the artesian wells at Liberty Park,masonry involvement and encouraging stewardship. fireplaces at Liberty Park,and reinvigorated historic Restored Blaine Preserve after Spring 2 Completed the air of outdoor court#7 at the planters at Liberty Park's north entrance. flooding,stabilizing stream banks and planting 500 P repair riparian plants to revitalize the area. • Supported the International Peace Gardens Committee in achieving RCO and 501(c)(3)status PARK RANGERS - - _ while contributing to the success of the 2024 Peace Gardens Festival. Introduced a comprehensive Standard Operating • Collaborated with Wasatch Community Gardens Procedures manual to standardize operations and '_ f- to launch the"Green Phoenix Farm"near the increase accountability. v Sorensen Center,providing essential infrastructure Achieved certifications for all Rangers as for its success. Interpretive Guides through the National ial Association of Interpretation,ensuring professional CEMETERY program delivery. Through September 2024,Rangers achieved: • Partnered with Friends of the Salt Lake Cityr a Cemetery to enhance the grounds through tree • 7,694 patrol hours �� planting events,guided tours,and a successful 49,929 public greetings • 4,051 educational interactions about the �# post-Memorial Day cleanup. pro • am Supported a volunteer-led initiative focused on 2g,371r dog bag refills - repairing and realigning historic headstones in the 3,016 buckets of litter collected Cemetery's Japanese section. 457 graffiti incidents addressed 10 t V %%01M%Rr% 1MV01 GROW: OUR PUBLIC LANDS SYSTEM City departments - • partners work togetherto provide green space - • URBAN FORESTRY PLANNING & DESIGN recreationopportunities in our - • •ly re-cleveloping downtown. We inn• - Coordinated six volunteer tree planting events with Began construction on Glendale Park,Utah's first • make smart use of - public properties we h- - •- strategic - _. • local non-profit,Tree Utah,in city parks. SITES-certified project,setting a benchmark for resources • • • • expand • •. forest, park Organized and conducted the largest one-day sustainable public lands development. volunteer tree planting event in recent City history, Allocated$18M in parks impact fees to acquire • natural hosting more than 200 volunteers at the Regional property,add amenities,and enhance park Athletic Complex to plant 279 new trees. services,improving accessibility to public lands and • Successfully transitioned to an'all-dormant helping to maintain park level of service for existing tree planting program to reduce planting stress, and future Salt Lakers. improve establishment success,and free up service Coded an interdepartmental campaign to redevelop response capacity in spring and fall. the Fleet Block in the Granary District.This effort engages stakeholders to shape the vision for PARKS REGIONAL ATHLETIC COMPLEX PARK RANGERS a 3-acre public open space,with a design and community engagement team established • Completed the Lindsey Gardens project,which Completed the Rose Park Lane house demolition, Expanded Park Ranger coverage to seven days in late 2024. includes an ADA-accessible walkway,a new batting clearing,and fencing of the site for future a week,ten hours daily,ensuring greater public Completed the community garden at the Rose Park cage,and a refurbished concession stand. improvement opportunities. safety,enhanced professionalism,and reliable Neighborhood Center in partnership with Wasatch public engagement. Community Gardens,increasing biodiversity,access Completed design for the RAC Playground,with TRAILS & NATURAL LANDS equipment ordered and construction scheduled for Park Rangers partnered with the Library system to food,and community connections. Spring 2025. to lead fourteen programs this year at various • Began construction on four Foothills trailhead branches.Seven of those programs were part of locations to improve access and accessibility to Salt CEMETERY their summer adventure series. Lake Citys foothills natural area. • Expanded the Native Plant Program by producing Partnered with Friends of the Salt Lake City over 50,000 native plants in partnership with the Cemetery to enhance the grounds through tree University of Utah, Utah State University,and the planting events,guided tours,and a successful Utah State Department of Corrections and planted post-Memorial Day cleanup. over 30,000 native plants on Public Lands in Fall 2024. Supported a volunteer led initiative focused on repairing and realigning historic headstones in the Cemetery's Japanese section. i 12 � I13 GENERAL OBLIGATION B • 1COMMUNITY PROJECT STATUS 01 aoaQO¢�` BIKE TO WORK EVENTS PET OWNER EVENTS MISC.COMMUNITY EVENTS o�¢Q c� giDOG p¢ `° `J�` \e�¢ (M AYOR'SE BIKE TO WORK _ ®N DAYS,1�OAM�12PM 'c 12 YOGA IN THE PARK SUNDAYS,8-9AM ¥ 7:30-8:30AM \ May 5-26 May 5 June 30 Allen Park • Poplar Grove Park Memory Grove Park Pioneer Park Cottonwood Park • ®MAYOR'S BIKE TO WORK YAPPY HOUR ®DRONE SHOW THURSDAY,MAY 16 THURSDAY,JUNE 13 � FRIDAY,JULY 5 7:30-8:30AM 6-9PM Jw 8-10:30PM Donner Trail Park • Wasatch Hollow Preserve Fairmont Park Jordan Park Fairmont Park • ®MAYOR'S BIKE TO WORK ®YAPPY HOUR L' . ©OUTDOOR SUMMER FILMS i Fleet Block Public Open Space • THURSDAY,SEPTEMBER 26 JULY 11,LIBERTY PARK FRIDAYS,STARTING AT DUSK p p 7:30-8:30AM AUGUST 8,PIONEER PARK July 12-August 9 Three Creeks Confluence Thursday,6-9PM Liberty Park Folsom Trail Landscaping,Irrigation,and Completion • ®DOG TRAINING ©DRONE SHOW Glendale Park • SUNDAYS,10AM-12PM WEDNESDAY,JULY 24 October 6-27 WPM Ida Cotten Park • BALLPARK NEIGHBORHOOD Pioneer Park Liberty Park EVENTS Jefferson Park' • • FISHER BEER GARDEN BALLPARK BLOCKBUSTER WEEKEND OF SEPT 21-22 Jordan River Corridor(Emerald Ribbon)** • • FRIDAY,1UNE21 NORTH TEMPLE 12-8PMifv Starts at dusk,8:45PM NEIGHBORHOOD EVENTS Fisher Mansion Jefferson Park Liberty Park Playground • FOLSOM FIESTA LIGHTS ON Madsen Park • F— KENSINGTON STREET FEST SATURDAY,OCTOBER 5 WEEKEND OF DECEMBER 7-8 �,4 y SATURDAY,AUGUST 17 11AM-8PM 6-10PM 1 2-8PM Folsom Avenue(900 West) Pioneer Park Peace Labyrinth • Kensington Ave(Major to Main) 04 ARTIST STROLL MONSTER BLOCK PARTY Richmond Park • O BALLPARK BITES THURSDAY,SEPTEMBER 12 SATURDAY,OCTOBER 26 WEDNESDAYS,S-8PM 6-8PM 11AM-2PM Steenblik Park • May 1-June 26 Cottonwood Park Regional Athletic Complex Jefferson Park Sunnyside Park • CHILDREN'S DAY _ SATURDAY,JUNE 8 11 AM-2PM Taufer Park • Madsen Park Warm Springs and North Gateway Parks • *The Jefferson Park Playground will be constructed in 2025 while additional park improvements will soon begin the planning and engagement phases. **The community open space/outdoor classroom on the west side of the river near Backman Elementary will begin construction in 2025. ***Funding from the 1 st issuance of the Parks GO Bond was made available in October 2023. Tremendous progress has been made in the previous 14 months. APFF ^%0A1rW^1 6~ PUBLIC LANDS SALT LAKE CITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC LANDS 2024 Annual Report www.slcpubliclands.com v y T � y .S t mA �vAKF DEPARTMENT-,,? N < PUBLIC LANDS INTERNAL CIP APPLICATIONS CDCIP Committee Meeting March 3, 2025 -,,AKF = v �i - Q -� 1841 0 PUBLIC LANDS FUNDING REQUEST APPROACH PUBLIC LANDS • Salt Lake City Public Lands Organization • Programmatic Capital Maintenance and Replacement Requests • Project locations determined by OCI and efficiencies with other projects • Equitable distribution of resources • Climate Resiliency • Safety • Larger funding allocations for fewer projects • Partial Funding • Supplemental funding for ongoing projects 2019 Needs Assessment and 2022 Reimagine Nature Public Lands Master Plan • General Fund vs. Impact Fees Overall Approach to funding requests: improve asset management and fill critical gaps in levels of service 0 20 ACRES OF IRRIGATION SYSTEM REPLACEMENTS & PUBLIC SUPPORTIVE WATERWISE LANDSCAPING LANDS Request: $5,000,000 r Scope: Funding for design and construction for i replacement of up to 20 acres of failing irrigation - - systems, and replacement of some passive turf --== areas with waterwise plantings Phasing/Funding: • Funding includes design and construction for approx. 20 acres • Less funding could provide design only or construction of fewer acres (scalable) Implementation requires a minimum of $600,000 • Significant decrease in regular maintenance costs � z< 10,4 Community Benefits: � �� �� , Conservation of critical resources, increased � greening and shade, significant ongoing financial savings and decrease in maintenance, air .. quality improvements 0 CIVIC CAMPUS AND GREEN LOOP IMPLEMENTATION PUBLIC LANDS Request: $3,000,000 GOAL:GROWINGAN ORGAN fOREsT A target o1 the plan was to ach eve a maximum number of '"�"• - S c o p e: Seed money f o r construction ees per black,d which represents n 000 East.per block y` v¢r the torrent trees along 200 East.The design target also mtludes preserving the existing,healthy trees on of the Green Loops / first, strategic each block that were identified by Satt Lake City Foresby. segments as early as 2026. , Phasing/Funding: 4 • This phase of construction is 200 Et Today `;^� - t � - anticipated to cost between $12 as ay( Al, �l and $18 million total The Administration is identifying Ak .,­dG-a1-o�obm.a,anoa r r: additional fundingfor sources A Vision for Tomorrow: project implementation. �� 70% Public Space + Green Space aaFoaE E.,,a,...,, ,a�,rno Mena=a.r�azaasarhaad aas—� EXISTING STREETSCAPE PARADIGM SHIFT Community Benefits: P+bPfetly • Keeping downtown SLC economically viable in an era of 10% 44% climate change, population growth, & increasing urban heat. 18% 220'° • Adds green space and improves active transportation network; manages stormwater to improve water quality and reduce flash flooding. 72% 34% Roadway+Perking Roadway+Perking 0 EVENT INFRASTRUCTURE AND PAV I LI O N PUBLIC REPLACEMENTS FOR VIBRANT, SAFE CITY PARKS LANDS Request: $4,067,000 Scope: Asset replacement and infrastructure f, improvement in parks conducive to hosting $n, community events and public gatherings, y including pavilion replacement, power upgrades, and improved comfort amenities i Phasing/Funding: - -_- Individual improvements could be made one park at a time, divided into phases based on amenities, or focus on either new event infrastructure or pavilion replacement. Potential Locations: Community Benefits: Spreading out events Event Infrastructure: Westpointe Park, Poplar decreases maintenance resources and Grove Park, Reservoir Park costs; supports economic development, the arts and event organizers; fosters community; Pavilion Replacements: Jordan Park, Riverside and increases safety by upgrading failing Park, Fairmont Park, Washington Park infrastructure 0 LIBERTY LAKE DREDGING & PUBLIC AERATION SYSTEM REPLACEMENT LANDS a. Request: $1 ,000,000 POND AERATORS ARE DOWN& ..WAITING ON PARTS FOR REPAIR Scope: Dredging of Liberty Lake, and replacement of failing aeration system Phasing/Funding. --- - Both elements of this application are critical _ to keep Liberty Lake open and functional. Dredging: $750,000 Y 4 New aeration system: $250,000 a, a r { pry " � _ '°may.�.1$3'9.-?14��'�.' 20 Community Benefits: significant decrease in �Y regular maintenance costs, freeing up resources and funding for other parks in need; decreased pollution and herbicide use; fewer dangerous algae blooms; reduces lake closures and improves visitor experience. 0 PARKS' LEGAL COMPLIANCE WITH PUBLIC 2010 ADA STANDARDS FOR ACCESSIBLE DESIGN LANDS Sy • 1 Request: $3,730,000 Scope: Funding will improve park a - infrastructure and bring it into legal compliance with the 2010 ADA Standards - Phasing/Funding: r. If partially funded, focus on completing k. removal of all barriers in one park before moving onto the next. Partially funding each park is not recommended. Budget details for each potential location are in the application. Potential Locations: Victory Park Riverside Park Ballpark Playground Community Benefits: Legal compliance, Sorenson Center Wasatch Hollow Park decreases access barriers, enhances diversity Jordan Park Parley's Way Park of park users, provides equitable park access, 1 11h Ave Park Parley's Historic Nature and improves inclusion within public spaces Lindsey Gardens Park 0 PLAYGROUND REPLACEMENTS PUBLIC LANDS Request: $1,540,000I� s,,. ``' ,y Scope: Strategic capital replacement of four C (out of 79) playgrounds in Public Lands inventory. 4 �' 4� Phasing/Funding: $385,000 / (includes design, playground g construction, and soft costs) Community Benefits: • Safety improvement by replacing failing assets Potential Locations: • Fewer vehicle trips by providing close-to- 600 East Mini Park Parley's Way Park home amenities 111h Avenue Park Pugsley Ouray Park • Decreased maintenance requirements will Davis Park Riverside Park improve park aesthetic and reserve Lindsey Gardens Park Victory Park maintenance resources for other, needed areas 0 SAFE, OPEN, AND CLEAN PARK RESTROOMS PUBLIC LANDS Request: $2,052,000 Scope: Funding for the replacement of three failing restrooms (of 47) based on the FY24-25 CIP-funded Citywide Restroom Study. Phasing/Funding: • Less funding would replace fewer r restrooms REST}200M • Approximate cost for each replacement is CLOSED $684,000 per restroom including design, construction, and soft costs. ral Potential Locations: Community Benefits: Taxpayer dollars Fairmont Park (northeast restroom) saved due to significantly decreased Liberty Park (near new Rotary Play Park) regular maintenance costs, critical health and Riverside Park (600 north restroom) safety improvement, improved public space Cottonwood Park usage, less human waste in public parks, and Jordan Park (near skatepark) improvement of access to park amenities. Herman Franks Park (both require replacement) 0 SUGAR HOUSE PARK: 50/50 COST SHARE FOR ONE PAVILION PUBLIC REPLACEMENT & CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES LANDS Request: $1,107,1 17 % Scope: 50/50 match with Salt Lake County, per contractual requirement, for replacement of Sugar Beet Pavilion, pedestrian bridge and access upgrades, waterline replacement, irrigation replacement, & playground shade Phasing/Funding: • All are critical asset requirements for Sugar House Park, but the application lists costs for individual projects in order of importance Community Benefits: safety improvement with critical infrastructure replacement, legal - compliance with ADA, increased enjoyment of `j one of Salt Lake's most popular regional parks, 50% of the cost and 100% of the benefit ` 0 THREE SPORT COURT REPLACEMENTS PUBLIC LANDS Request: $1 ,900,000 Scope: Capital replacement of two or three of - the 110 concrete/asphalt sport courts Phasing/Funding: $630,000 / court replacement (design, construction and soft costs) t -, Community Benefits: • Improves recreational access and quality - - �- • Addresses ADA and safety issues Increases social, recreational benefits and Potential Locations: strengthens connection between local Westpointe Park Basketball Court residents and their neighborhood parks Riverside Park Tennis Courts Liberty Park Volleyball Court s �! j�...k •V y��, T f l�!^ \ram ' F ' • THANK YOU 47, 7 49 aj- iWi is- �• T �r PUBLIC - -- LANDS LOS by Planning Area The Central Community has the lowest park LOS and no natural lands Planning Areasy. ugarousegrowth LOS in The ury compnses ten unique planning areas,establishedthe ar House area. _ it from 1 to -federal• r r s Four of the sewn by the citys Planning department Three of these areas-the - _ - - nt state or Northwest Quadrant Airport.and City Creek-are predominantly natural - nds within or nonresidential and makeup Hearty 6096 of the city's area.The nt to their boundaries.enhancing their - tural lands acreage. remaining seven.which are highlighted in the figure below, encompass significant residential neighborhoods and are the CAPrTOLNU WE AVENUES CENTRAL EAST COMMUNITY BENCH SUGAR Salt Lake City Parks&Public Lands Needs Assessment-Executive Summary focus of this study P•rks LOS 6d Perks�CouMy LOS M/A Natural unm Los nE.o• - ParW Los 7.1 - .......,......a......,....• Perks•Cotnty LOs 7.6 Natural Lads LOS 3.3' Parks Los E.0 "w�� Neeur.l ands Los r�.o• rrhony r..r•..mu�lr pr.c PerW LOS Q4 ParW•County LOS N/A - Natural lends LOS 3.0 DerW LOS Darks.County LOS w Nelurel LorWs LOS 0 Perks•County LOS i., Neturel Lends LOS 7J Minutes 03.03.2025 Final Audit Report 2025-03-18 Created: 2025-03-18 By: Rachel Molinari(Rachel.Molinari@slc.gov) Status: Signed Transaction ID: CBJCHBCAABAAvAMT13gBXC6ijwBeoGrpzdikH9BzIAO1 "Minutes 03.03.2025" History Document created by Rachel Molinari (Rachel.Molinari@slc.gov) 2025-03-18-5:33:49 PM GMT Document emailed to Jake Skog Oakeskog@gmail.com) for signature 2025-03-18-5:34:39 PM GMT Email viewed by Jake Skog Qakeskog@gmail.com) 2025-03-18-5:48:13 PM GMT Al Document e-signed by Jake Skog Oakeskog@gmail.com) Signature Date:2025-03-18-5:48:37 PM GMT-Time Source:server Agreement completed. 2025-03-18-5:48:37 PM GMT y Powered by Adobe Acrobat Sign