Meeting
PENDING MINUTES – NOT APPROVED

The City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, met in Formal Session on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. 

The following Council Members were present:
Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young

The following Council Members were absent:
Victoria Petro, Eva Lopez Chavez

Present Legislative Leadership:
Jennifer Bruno – Executive Director, Nick Tarbet  – Deputy Director,

Present Administrative Leadership:
Mayor Erin Mendenhall

Present City Staff:
Katherine Lewis – City Attorney, Cindy Lou Trishman – City Recorder, Stephanie Elliott – Minutes & Records Clerk, Taylor Hill – Constituent Liaison/Policy Analyst, Brian Fullmer – Public Policy Analyst, Scott Corpany – Staff Assistant 

The meeting was called to order at 7:05 pm
 
A.
OPENING CEREMONY:
1.
Council Member Chris Wharton will conduct the formal meeting.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Welcome and Public Meeting Rules.
4.
The Council will approve the formal meeting minutes of February 6, 2024; August 27, 2024; and September 17, 2024.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Dugan, seconded by Council Member Mano to approve. 
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 5 – 0 Pass
5.
The Council will consider adopting a joint ceremonial resolution with Mayor Mendenhall declaring November as Native American Heritage Month in Salt Lake City.
Council Member Young read the Resolution. 

Donna Eldridge and Senator Angela Romero thanked Salt Lake City for the Resolution and the group for a picture. Motion:
Moved by Council Member Dugan, seconded by Council Member Young to adopt Resolution 38 of 2024. 
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 5 – 0 Pass
6.
The Council will consider adopting a joint ceremonial resolution with Mayor Mendenhall declaring November 20th as Transgender Day of Remembrance in Salt Lake City.
Council Member Mano read the Resolution. 

Francisco Meza (Project Rainbow) accepted the resolution and thanked the City for the recognition, stating the ongoing need to remember the people who have lost their lives fighting for trans rights. 

Council Member Mano thanked all community members who came to accept the Resolutions and stressed the importance of participating in the community.  Motion:
Moved by Council Member Mano, seconded by Council Member Dugan to adopt Resolution 37 2024. 
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 5 – 0 Pass
B.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
 
1.

Ordinance: Street and Alley Vacation and Subdivision Amendment at Brooklyn Avenue
The Council will accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would amend the Brooklyn and Dolan subdivisions in order to vacate a portion of Brooklyn Avenue and an adjacent City-owned alley. If approved, the section of Brooklyn Avenue would be divided and sold to the property owners of 1005 and 1007 South 500 West according to the approved plat at fair market value. The alley property would be sold at fair market value to the owner of 1007 South 500 West. The project is located within Council District 5. Petitioner: Jonah Hornsby of Jodah One, LLC. Petition No.:PLNPCM2022-00068, PLNPCM2022-00349, PLNSUB2023-00493. 


 


 
Brian Fullmer introduced the item. 

There was no public comment. Motion:
Moved by Council Member Mano, seconded by Council Member Dugan to close and defer to a future meeting. .
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 5 – 0 Pass
2.

Ordinance: Zoning Map Amendment at 1816 South State Street 
The Council will accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would amend the zoning of the property at 1816 South State Street from BP (Business Park) to CC (Corridor Commercial). The proposal would allow the building at this site to be leased for additional commercial uses. The request is supported by the Central Community Master Plan. The project is located within Council District 5. Petitioner: Tiffanie Price, property owner. Petition No.:PLNPCM2024-00033.  




 
Brian Fullmer introduced the item. 

There was no public comment. Motion:
Moved by Council Member Dugan, seconded by Council Member Mano to close and defer action to a future meeting. .
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 5 – 0 Pass
3.

Ordinance: Obstructions in Required Yards and Height Exceptions Text Amendment
The Council will accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would amend chapter 21A.36.020 of the Salt Lake City Code, specifically tables 21A.36.020.B and 21A.36.020.C, which regulates permitted obstructions in required yards and permitted height exceptions in different zoning districts. The proposal would address zoning administration issues, modify provisions to match building code requirements, eliminate outdated provisions, and allow rooftop uses to exceed the maximum height in some zoning districts. Other sections of Title 21A may also be amended as part of this petition. Petition No.:PLNPCM2024-00231.


 


 
Brian Fullmer introduced the item. 

Myra Petersen spoke on behalf of local business owners, supporting this text amendment, emphasizing the need to protect a small mom-and-pop shop's ability to stay open and maintain the added structures. 

Council Member Young stated that the outside seating structures resulted from the pandemic and that allowing the businesses to retain the added areas was necessary to keep the shop functioning. Motion:
Moved by Council Member Young, seconded by Council Member Dugan to adopt Ordinance 83 of 2024. .
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 5 – 0 Pass
4.

Ordinance: Airport Title 16 Amendments
The Council will accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would repeal and replace Title 16 of the Salt Lake City Code pertaining to Airports. The proposed amendment would eliminate duplicate and outdated regulations. Changes also include moving codified commercial standards to standalone administrative documents for operators doing business at the airport. Language related to ground transportation rules and fees is removed where it’s duplicated on the City’s ordinance regulating business (Title 5).




 
Nick Tarbet introduced the item. 

Alvin Chung spoke in support of the ordinance and stated that it was necessary to help local aviation. 

Jared Esselmen spoke in support of the ordinance due to safety issues and said that hangers need to be updated. Motion:
Moved by Council Member Dugan, seconded by Council Member Mano to close the public hearing and adopt Ordinance 82 of 2024, with a legislative action requesting small group meetings with the Administration and Attorney’s Office to coordinate Impact Fees, the Facilities Plan updates, and how Administrative projects managed by City Departments are handled..
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 5 – 0 Pass
C.
POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS:
NONE.
D.
COMMENTS:
1.
Questions to the Mayor from the City Council.
Council Member Wharton thanked the Mayor for attending the meeting tonight. 
2.
Comments to the City Council. (This is a one-hour time slot for the public to comment on any City business not scheduled for a public hearing. Each person will have two minutes to talk. General comment registration closes at 7:30 p.m.)

Claudia Alves spoke about a shed recently built on their property that was approved but then denied and requested a variance for the approval of the structure.

Robert Cote asked the Council if there were any plans for the working homeless community member to have shelter services separate from the non-working population to aid in returning to work without being intermingled in a shelter with drugs and violence, ultimately setting up for failure. Suggested a working member homeless shelter. 

Dirk Lamb spoke on climate change and asked the City Council to decrease the use of fossil fuels, accelerate work to combat global warming, and update Salt Lake so that it had less asphalt. 

The following people spoke against the Permanent Access Road created during the Rocky Mountain Power Replacement Poll Project:

David Waldman stated the road was unnecessary, there was no notice of a permanent road cut into the top of Edgehill Road, and the community was worried about the foothills' future restoration and failure. 

Dwight Ashdown stated that there were other access roads nearby that the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) could use and that stormwater runoff has caused major damage in the neighborhood in the past. 

John Harrington stated no notice or engineering plans were submitted for the permanent road and that stormwater would cause more damage due to the destruction of the hillside by the new road.  

Katie Romney requested restoration of the trailhead and trail side, placement of “no parking” and “access road” signs should be placed on the street,  and redesigning the turnaround to help with safety issues,  

Susan Dawson stated there was no room for turning around, creating a safety hazard if emergency or utility trucks needed to turn around or access the neighborhood. That needs to be addressed instead of an access road. 

Pamela Johnson discussed stormwater damage, safety issues, signs, and illegal road access, which created safety issues, and stated that action needed to be taken with this new road.  

Hilary Jacobs (Co-founder of Save Out Foothills) stated that the plan was a disaster, that Rocky Mountain Power had deviated from its plans, and that it should be held accountable. However, public lands have not acted, and the Save Our Foothills Council has urged the City Council to visit the street to see the disaster that Rocky Mountain Power has caused the Foothills. 

Carleton DeTar urged the Council to stop the construction and work to preserve the environment instead of building a new road. 

Daniel Schelling (President of Save Our Foothills) stated that the construction of the Foothills had caused mass destruction without any notice, and questions needed to be answered before Public Lands and Rocky Mountain Power were allowed to continue. 

Council Member Wharton stated the residents of Edgehill could stay after the meeting and talk to the Council regarding their concerns. 

 
E.
NEW BUSINESS:
1.

Ordinance: Consolidated Fee Schedule Amendment Regarding the Utility Fee Waiver
The Council will consider adopting an ordinance adding language to the Consolidated Fee Schedule to allow the Department of Public Utilities to waive stabilization fees on certain accounts with non-use.
 

FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Set Public Hearing Date - n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment - n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
 
  Staff Recommendation - Suspend the rules and consider motions.



 
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Dugan to adopt Ordinance 85 of 2024 amending the Consolidation Fee Schedule to modify the stabilization fee. 
AYE: Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Alejandro Puy, Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 4 – 0 Pass
2.

Ordinance: Enacting Temporary Zoning Regulations
The Council will consider adopting an ordinance enacting a temporary zoning regulation authorizing the Volunteers of America Youth Resource Center at approximately 888 South 400 West to increase the maximum capacity up to 50 individuals, as long as the maximum occupancy meets building and fire code safety standards, until May 1, 2025. 
 

FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Set Public Hearing Date - n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment - n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
 
  Staff Recommendation - Suspend the rules and consider motions.



 
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Dugan, seconded by Councilmember Young to adopt Ordinance 84 of 2024, enacting temporary zoning regulations and authorizing temporary increases in overnight capacity at the youth homeless resource center at 888 South 400 West. 
AYE: Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Alejandro Puy, Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 4 – 0 Pass

 
F.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1.

Resolution: Designating the Salt Lake City Central Business Improvement Assessment Area
The Council will consider adopting a resolution if the protest tally is less than the threshold set in state law to prohibit a new three-year authorization. The resolution designates an assessment area for downtown economic promotion activities and holiday lighting to be known as the Salt Lake City, Utah Central Business Improvement Area from April 2025- April 2028 or CBIA-25.




 
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Young, seconded by Council Member Dugan to adopt Resolution 39 of 2024, designating the Salt Lake City Central Business Improvement Assessment Area for economic promotion activities and holiday lighting. .
AYE: Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Alejandro Puy, Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 4 – 0 Pass
2.

Resolution: Appointing the Board of Equalization for the Salt Lake City Central Business Improvement Assessment Area
The Council will consider adopting a resolution if the protest tally is less than the threshold set in state law to prohibit a new three-year authorization. The resolution appoints a Board of Equalization to hear and consider objections and corrections to proposed assessments, sets dates for when the Board will meet, and authorizes the City Recorder to publish and mail a Notice of Assessment and hearing dates, among other related matters. 




 
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Young, seconded by Council Member Mano to adopt Resolution 40 of 2024, appointing the Board of Equalization for the Salt Lake City Central Business Improvement Assessment Area and related matters..
AYE: Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Alejandro Puy, Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 4 – 0 Pass

 
G.
CONSENT:
1.

Ordinance: Jordan River Fairpark District Zoning Map & Text Amendment
The Council will set the date of Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 7 p.m. to accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would amend the City's zoning ordinance by creating a new zoning district known as the Jordan River Fairpark (JRF) District at approximately 1500 West North Temple and bounded by the Jordan River, Redwood Road, North Temple, and Interstate 15. The proposal would rezone approximately 93 acres across 32 parcels into a single zone to support the area's redevelopment. The project is located within Council District 2. Petitioner: Snell & Wilmer, representing Larry H. Miller Development. Petition No.:PLNPCM2024-00982. 

  1. Zoning Map & Text Amendment: The JRF district would allow buildings up to 400 feet tall. No minimum lot size,  setbacks, or open space requirements are proposed, and developments would be exempt from meeting the City's general plans.
  2. Development Agreement: The proposed Development Agreement addresses access to the Jordan River,  open space, roads, and infrastructure improvements and establishes review processes for development applications. Under new state law, an agreement must be reached by December 31, 2024, for expedited land use reviews related to a qualified stadium and related uses. If no agreement is made, the JRF District will not be subject to the City's zoning regulations. 

 

FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Set Public Hearing Date - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hold hearing to accept public comment - Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, December 3, 2024
 
  Staff Recommendation - Set date.



 
2.

S-Line Conveyance of Significant Parcels Public Hearing
The Council will set the date of Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 7 p.m. to accept public comment for the process to transfer significant parcels of City-owned real property to the Redevelopment Agency (RDA). The RDA board approved conveying a portion of RDA property along Simpson Avenue to the City in exchange for property within Sugarmont Drive being conveyed from the City to the RDA. The City-owned properties were declared surplus by Real Estate Services on August 30, 2024. The property transfers are intended to facilitate an extension of the S-Line Streetcar to Highland Drive and an adjacent transit-oriented development.
 

FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Set Public Hearing Date - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hold hearing to accept public comment - Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - n/a
 
  Staff Recommendation - Set date.



 
3.

Ordinance: Temporary Closure of a Portion of 1000 West Between South Temple and Approximately 15 South 1000 West
The Council will set the date of Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 7 p.m. to accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would temporarily close a segment of 1000 West between South Temple and 15 South 1000 West to mitigate unsafe conditions. State law allows the City to temporarily close certain streets until the unsafe conditions are mitigated or up to two years, whichever is less. The Federal Railroad Administration has suspended the Woods Cross Quiet Zone after conducting an inspection and determining that safety systems and measures implemented at this crossing are inadequate. Temporarily closing this portion of the road will allow the City to make improvements to the crossing so that the Woods Cross Quiet Zone may be restored.
 

FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Set Public Hearing Date - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hold hearing to accept public comment - Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, November 19, 2024
 
  Staff Recommendation - Set date.



 
4.

Board Appointment: Arts Council – Cuauhtemoc Sandoval 
The Council will consider approving the appointment of Cuauhtemoc Sandoval to the Arts Council Board for a term ending November 12, 2027.
 

FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Set Public Hearing Date - n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment - n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
 
  Staff Recommendation - Approve.



 
5.

Board Appointment: Community Development and Capital Improvement Programs Advisory Board – Dallin Jones 
The Council will consider approving the appointment of Dallin Jones to the Community Development and Capital Improvement Program Advisory Board for a term ending June 7, 2027.
 

FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Set Public Hearing Date - n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment - n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
 
  Staff Recommendation - Approve.



 
6.

Board Reappointment: Parks, Natural Lands, Urban Forestry, and Trails Advisory Board – Clayton Scrivner
The Council will consider approving the reappointment of Clayton Scrivner to the Parks, Natural Lands, Urban Forestry, and Trails Advisory Board for a term ending November 12, 2027.
 

FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council discussion)
Briefing - n/a
Set Public Hearing Date - n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment - n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, November 12, 2024
 
  Staff Recommendation - Approve.

 


 
Motion:
Moved by Councilmember Mano, seconded by Councilmember Young to approve the Consent Agenda.
AYE: Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young
ABSENT: Alejandro Puy, Eva Lopez Chavez, Victoria Petro
Final Result: 4 – 0 Pass
H.
ADJOURNMENT:

 

 
 
 
 
Meeting adjourned at 8:15 pm

Minutes Approved: 



_______________________________ 
City Council Chair Victoria Petro


_______________________________ 
City Recorder


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