PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 1985
THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, MET AS A COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ON TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 1985, AT 4:30 P.M. IN ROOM 211 CITY AND COUNTY BUILDING.
THE FOLLOWING COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT: RONALD WHITEHEAD THOMAS M. GODFREY SYDNEY R. FONNESBECK ROSELYN N. KIRK EARL F. HARDWICK EDWARD W. PARKER.
Councilmember Mabey was absent from the meeting.
Council Chairperson Sydney Fonnesbeck presided at the meeting.
BRIEFING SESSION
#1. Carole Stokes, council executive director, briefed the Council on the evening’s agenda. The Council discussed the county’s zoning change request, which is the subject of a public hearing at 6:15 p.m. Ms. Stokes also announced the appointment of Brian Wilkinson as the Council’s new community relations representative. She indicated that the council will soon have to make a decision concerning the licensing fees for the seasonal fireworks outlets who are already lining up for permits.
#2. The accounting firm of Peat, Marwick, and Mitchell presented the Council with the findings, conclusions, and recommendations of the audit of the personnel department which was recently completed. Councilmember Parker asked if the department heads were given adequate opportunity to give necessary information. Larry Beech replied that he believed this was the case since the department heads felt comfortable in calling the auditors after their interviews and giving additional information. Councilmember Fonnesbeck asked if the auditors had identified any function conflicts within the department itself. Mr. Beech replied that although there would appear to be theoretical conflicts between some functions they were easily resolved in the daily functioning of the department.
Ms. Fonnesbeck asked whether the department could be perceived as taking the management’s side or the employee’s side in disputes. Mr. Beech said that all indications were that the employee is being very well represented by the personnel department although employee advocacy can go only so far and still effectively carry out policy. Councilmember Whitehead asked if all of the low scores in each category were given by the same department head. Dick Buist said no, the low and high scores were quite evenly spread. Councilmember Parker asked if the auditors had identified any indication of discrimination. Mr. Buist said no, that all government quotas were met.
The briefing session adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 1985, AT 6:00 P.M. IN ROOM 301 CITY AND COUNTY BUILDING.
THE FOLLOWING COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT: RONALD J. WHITEHEAD THOMAS M. GODFREY SYDNEY R. FONNESBECK ROSELYN N. KIRK EARL F. HARDWICK EDWARD W. PARKER.
Councilmember Mabey was absent from the meeting.
Mayor Ted L. Wilson, Albert Haines, chief administrative officer, Roger Cutler, city attorney, Kathryn Marshall, city recorder, and Lynda Domino, chief deputy recorder, were present.
Council Chairperson Fonnesbeck presided at the meeting and Councilmember Godfrey conducted the meeting.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of Minutes
Councilmember Hardwick moved and Councilmember Whitehead seconded to approve the minutes of the Salt Lake City Council for the regular meeting held Tuesday, April 16, 1985, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(M 85-1)
DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
#1. RE: Industrial Development Revenue Bonds for Walcen Restoration Partners Project.
Councilmember Fonnesbeck moved and Councilmember Hardwick seconded to adopt Resolution 44 of 1985, subject to the City Attorney’s approval, authorizing $8,500,000 of Industrial Development Revenue Bonds (Walcen Restoration Partners Project), Series 1985, and related matters, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(Q 84-17)
MAYOR’S OFFICE
#1. RE: The appointment of David Watson to the Board of Adjustment and the appointment of Dorothy C. Pleshe as an alternate member of the Board of Adjustment.
Councilmember Whitehead moved and Councilmember Parker seconded to approve the appointments of David Watson and Dorothy Pleshe (as an alternate member) to the Board of Adjustment, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(I 85-10)
#2. RE: The appointment of Susan Lyman to the Municipal Solicitations Committee.
Councilmember Whitehead moved and Councilmember Parker seconded to approve the appointment of Susan Lyman to the Municipal Solicitations Committee, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(I 85-l1)
PUBLIC WORKS
#1. RE: Special Improvement District No. 40-R-5.
Councilmember Fonnesbeck moved and Councilmember Parker seconded to adopt Ordinance 27 of 1985, confirming the equalized assessment rolls and levying a tax providing for the assessment of property in Salt Lake City, Utah; Notice of Interest on concrete replacement Special Improvement District No. 40-R-5 (miscellaneous streets) for the purpose of the removal and reconstruction of deteriorated curb and gutter, sidewalk and driveways; removal of illegal driveways and setback parking; installation of wheelchair ramps, where needed, and all other miscellaneous work necessary to complete the improvements in a proper and workmanlike manner; including placement of topsoil and sodding where required; reaffirming the establishment of a Special Improvement Guaranty Fund; and establishing the effective date of this ordinance, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(Q 83-4)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Petition 400-271 of 1985 by MHT Architects for Salt Lake County.
RE: The rezoning of the Salt Lake County Complex block on the northeast corner of 2100 South and State Street from an “R-6” and “C-3” classification to a “C-3A” classification.
A public hearing was held at 6:15 p.m. to discuss this petition. Allen Johnson, planning and zoning, outlined the area on a map and the current zoning. He said that the Planning Commission recommended that the entire area be rezoned to “C-3A," excluding the senior citizens high-rise, subject to the following conditions being agreed to by the county: 1. That there be no charge for parking in the parking structure so employees and the public will use the parking structure rather than parking on the residential streets; and every effort should be made to require county employees to park in the structure or on the premises. 2. That parking be limited to two hours during the day on adjoining residential streets (Rosewood, Ramona and Westminster between 2nd and 3rd East) to prevent long-term parking; there should be no parking on the west side of 2nd East. 3. That traffic lights be installed on State Street and Westminster Avenue and 21st South and 2nd East to encourage people to utilize these streets instead of Rosewood and Westminster Avenues. 4. That the parking structure be faced with the same brick as the office structure and designed so lights from vehicles and from within the structure will not shine into nearby residential areas. 5. That all curb, gutter and sidewalks be built in accordance to a design by the City Engineer’s office; also that the county comply with drainage requirements of the City Engineer’s office.
6. That the width of Westminster Avenue from State Street to 2nd East and 2nd East from Westminster Avenue to 21st South be 44-feet curb face to curb face except at the intersections of 21st South and State Street and Westminster Avenue and 2nd East where wider Street widths will be required. This will allow for two lanes with the center turn lane between intersections. All of the street widening is to come off the property on the south side of Westminster Avenue and the property on the west side of 2nd East.
7. That 2100 South from 2nd East west to State Street be widened in accordance with plans prepared by the City Traffic Engineer providing for bus loading and unloading areas. 8. That street lights on Westminster Avenue and 2nd East be installed as part of the development. 9. That the proposed future addition on the parking structure, which will provide space for an additional 170 cars, be constructed in the first phase. 10. That the county agree to acquire additional off-street parking facilities in properly zoned areas if the presently proposed on-site parking and expanded garage area are not sufficient to meet the needs of the complex.
Mr. Johnson said that many of the conditions have been agreed upon but there is nothing in writing. He said that this rezoning will probably be akin to a contract zone which will include these conditions. Lynn Jones, MHT Architects, assured the Council that the conditions listed have been incorporated into the design of the building, including the additional parking level. He said that they intend to comply with the requirements. Councilmember Fonnesbeck asked why 2-hour parking would be allowed on the residential streets. Mr. Johnson said that residents use the street for parking purposes and the 2-hour limit will allow for needed flexibility but will eliminate employees from parking on the street.
Ms. Fonnesbeck mentioned that the Council recently adopted an ordinance regarding residential permit parking. Councilmember Parker asked what would prevent car lights and interior lights of the parking structure from shining into the residences. Mr. Johnson said that this would be accomplished through the design of the structure, such as railings which are the height of headlights and shields for the interior lights. Councilmember Godfrey asked if there is currently parking for the high-rise. Mr. Johnson said that there is and he added that currently there are about 535 off-street parking stalls in the complex which will be increased to about 1,320, including the additional 170 stalls which the Planning Commission wanted to be constructed in the initial phase. Councilmember Fonnesbeck asked about the street scape. Mr. Johnson said that there will be a 25 to 30 foot landscape setback and there will be extensive landscaping within the perimeter. He also said that there will be 40-feet between the sidewalk and the first building and the parking structure will have a 25-foot setback. Mr. Johnson said that the building will be four stories with a basement. He said that once the zoning is changed and they have complied with the conditions then the only plan review will be that which is necessary to get building permits.
Concern was expressed that the county would not be required to sign a document agreeing to the conditions. Carole Stokes, council executive director, said the ordinance states that the zoning will be rescinded if the conditions are not met. Councilmember Hardwick suggested that a document separate from the ordinance should be signed by the county. Bernice Cook, a resident in the area, expressed concern about the increase in the traffic. Mr. Jones reiterated that streets in the area will be widened, left-and right-turn lanes will be added, and traffic lights will be installed. He felt that the proposed changes will satisfy residents’ concerns.
Councilmember Parker moved and Councilmember Kirk seconded to close the public hearing, which motion carried, all members present voting aye. Councilmember Hardwick said he felt that the ordinance should not be approved until there is a written commitment from the county regarding the conditions. Councilmember Whitehead suggested that the rezoning be approved subject to the conditions being satisfied.
Councilmember Whitehead moved to approve the ordinance contingent upon the county signing a statement regarding the conditions. There was no second to the motion so it failed. Councilmember Hardwick said that the neighborhood had expressed many concerns and he wanted to be sure that there is a commitment on the part of the county regarding the issues discussed. Councilmember Kirk said there seemed to be a number of areas to which the county needs to agree and she wanted to make sure that items are clearly understood before the ordinance is approved.
Councilmember Hardwick moved and Councilmember Fonnesbeck seconded to refer the city’s proposals to the county for written approval prior to adoption of the ordinance, which motion carried, all members present voting aye except Councilmember Whitehead who voted nay.
(P 85-56)
The meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m.