PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1986
THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, MET AS A COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1986, AT 5:00 P.M. IN ROOM 211 CITY AND COUNTY BUILDING.
THE FOLLOWING COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT: FLORENCE BITTNER THOMAS M. GODFREY GRANT MABEY ROSELYN N. KIRK EARL F. HARDWICK WILLIE STOLER.
Councilmember Fonnesbeck was absent from the meeting.
Council Chairperson Hardwick presided at the meeting.
BRIEFING SESSION
1. Carole Stokes, council executive director, briefed the Council on the evening’s agenda. The Council also discussed the publicity Ted Wilson’s proposed luncheon had caused and discussed the feasibility of moving the discussion proposed for the lunch to a Committee of the Whole meeting.
2. Byron Jorgensen of the Mayor’s Office presented members of the Council with copies of the recently completed study of city golf courses. He briefed the Council on the current status of operating procedures and strategic planning for city courses. The Council discussed the possible adjustment of the fee structure to accommodate a pay-as-you-go capital improvements plan which included the construction of at least one new city golf course within the next few years. Mr. Jorgensen presented a series of charts illustrating the current green fee and senior pass structure and the increases required to bring the courses, with the proposed capital improvements, to the break-even point.
The Council discussed a number of options for adjusting the fee and pass structure to accomplish this goal. They considered a graduated pass structure which would require a higher costing pass for more popular courses. Councilmember Bittner indicated that she would like to see specific breaks being given to city residents rather than extending less expensive passes to those who, in the past, had not contributed tax money to the courses. Mr. Jorgensen indicated that the fee structure proposed in the study could be maintained for three years without affecting the courses adversely, however, the structure must be adjusted for inflation every few years in order for the courses to keep pace with demand.
John Gust, parks director, indicated that there were basically two options for senior pass fees, either a onetime fee of $200 or a fee of approximately $100 with an additional $1 charge for each round of golf. Councilmember Stoler indicated that the Salt Lake area was one of the few municipal systems which still offered a pass of any kind; most areas had moved to a basic green fee with a discount for seniors. Mr. Stoler indicated that he felt this system was best for the future of Salt Lake and voiced the opinion that plans should be made to institute this system in five years. Mayor DePaulis indicated that the city needed to consider strategic planning and establish a long-term view for city courses; however, the city needed to be fair and give the seniors a discount as it was their tax money with which the existing courses were originally built. The Council asked Mr. Jorgensen to return on February 20 with revised proposals to address this problem.
The briefing session adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1986, AT 6:00 P.M. IN ROOM 301 CITY AND COUNTY BUILDING.
THE FOLLOWING COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT: FLORENCE BITTNER THOMAS M. GODFREY GRANT MABEY ROSELYN N. KIRK EARL F. HARDWICK WILLIE STOLER.
Councilmember Sydney Fonnesbeck was absent from the meeting.
Mayor Palmer DePaulis, Roger Cutler, city attorney, Kathryn Marshall, city recorder, and Lynda Domino, chief deputy recorder, were present.
Council Chairperson Hardwick presided at and Councilmember Kirk conducted the meeting.
The invocation was given by Police Chaplain R. J. Shrank.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Approval of Minutes.
Councilmember Godfrey moved and Councilmember Mabey seconded to approve the minutes of the Salt Lake City Council for the regular meeting held Tuesday, January 21, 1986, which motion carried, all members present voting aye except Councilmembers Hardwick and Stoler who were absent for the vote.
(M 86-1)
Proclamation
John Hiskey, economic development director, presented a proclamation honoring and recognizing the Experienced-Based Career Education program at Highland High. He said that the week of February 2-8, 1986, had been declared as Economic Development Week in the State of Utah and in conjunction with Economic Development Week Mayor DePaulis would present this proclamation to officials of the Salt Lake City School District. Al Church, director of the program, said that this program prepares students for jobs, careers, and life after their education. He indicated that students have real-life opportunities to experience various careers and they are encouraged to explore many options. Mr. Church said that they recruit students from other schools to participate in this program.
Councilmember Godfrey moved and Councilmember Hardwick seconded to approve the proclamation, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(G 86-5)
PETITIONS
Petition 400-309 of 1985 by the Department of Public Utilities.
RE: An ordinance vacating Midland Street.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to adopt Ordinance 13 of 1986 vacating Midland Street between 1900 North and 2300 North, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(P 85-255)
Petition 400-398 of 1986 by Hartland Apartments Ltd.
RE: The vacation of a portion of Bayfield and Harris Avenues located between Prospect and Utah Streets at approximately 1600 West, in connection with the Hartland Project.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to schedule a non-advertised public hearing for Tuesday, February 11, 1986, at 7:00 p.m., which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(P 86-18)
DEPARTMENTAL BUSINESS
CITY COUNCIL
#1. RE: A resolution expressing the support of the Salt Lake City Council and Mayor for the Little Dell Dam Project as proposed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
ACTION: Councilmember Stoler moved and Councilmember Mabey seconded to refer this resolution to the Committee of the Whole for February 6, 1986, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(R 86-1)
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
#1. RE: Housing and community development needs and the general performance of the Community Development Block Grant program.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to schedule a public hearing for Tuesday, February 11, 1986, at 7:15 p.m., which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(T 86-4)
#2. RE: An ordinance amending Sections 51-5-8, 51-17-2, 51-17-3, and 51-17-7 of the Revised Ordinances of Salt Lake City, Utah, 1965, as amended, relating to modification of “R-5” zoning.
ACTION: The Council referred this ordinance to the Committee of the Whole.
(O 85-34)
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
#1. RE: Amendments to the Fiscal Year 1985-86 budgets for Salt Lake City.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to schedule a public hearing for Tuesday February 11, 1986, at 6:30 p.m., which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(B 85-8)
#2. RE: The Issuance of approximately $6 million of Industrial Development Revenue Bonds to acquire land and construct living facilities and amenities for senior citizens at 13th East and 3080 South.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to schedule a public hearing for Tuesday, March 4, 1986, at 7:00 p.m., which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(Q 86-1)
#3. RE: The transfer of funds to Champion/Commercial-Joint Venture Project for an Industrial Development Revenue Bond issue which shall not exceed $8,000,000 and shall be used to provide financing for the acquisition, construction, reconstruction, and furnishing of a multi-purpose commercial building complex, parking facilities, and related facilities at Exchange Place and Cactus Street.
ACTION: Councilmember Godfrey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to refer this item to the Landmarks Committee for review and recommendation, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
DISCUSSION: John Hiskey, representing the Incentive Grant Review Committee, said that this project was approved last year but the bonds were not issued so the developer was re-applying. He said that the Committee gave this project a favorable recommendation because of the potential positive impact to the south end of the CBD and because there was a component of historic renovation involved in the Commercial Club building. Mr. Hiskey indicated that this project had to be reviewed by the Landmarks Committee. David Yurth, developer, expressed concern that a delay would cause problems in placing the issue because of the market. He said that they intended to work closely with the Landmarks Committee but indicated that at this point their drawings were not ready to present. He asked that the project be approved since it had been approved before and hadn’t changed. Councilmember Godfrey pointed out that the IRB process had changed from the previous year and the Council wanted everything in order when IRBs were presented to the Council.
Larry Livingston from the Council Office explained that staff members for the Landmarks Committee had seen the preliminary proposal but this was over a year ago. He expressed concern about whether or not the proposed structure would be appropriate for the site and according to the historic district ordinance, the Landmarks Committee would not have the authority to address this Issue. He said that the Council would have to instruct the Committee to consider issues beyond the ordinance and give a recommendation.
(Q 85-11)
MAYOR’S OFFICE
#1. RE: Appointments and reappointments to the Salt Lake City Arts Council.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to approve the reappointments of Charles Brown, Craig Carter, Sherine Stephens, Ken Burton, Lake Churchill and Audrey Qestreicher and the appointments of Dolly Plumb, Myron Richardson, Doug Wildfoerster, and Mary Behrens to the Salt Lake City Arts Council, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(I 86-2)
#2. RE: The appointment of the Public Works Director.
ACTION: Councilmember Godfrey moved and Councilmember Hardwick seconded to suspend the rules and on first reading approve the appointment of Joseph R. Anderson to the position of Director of the Salt Lake City Public Works Department, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(I 86-3)
#3. RE: The reappointment of John Hiskey to the Housing Authority Board of Salt Lake City.
ACTION: Without objection, Councilmember Kirk referred this reappointment to the consent agenda.
(I 86-4)
#4. RE: The reclassification of Airport Authority operations employees from 115 to 117 and from 310 to 313 to facilitate a net savings of $144,000 to the Airport Authority in annual costs.
ACTION: The Council reviewed this item; no action was required. (B 86-3)
PUBLIC WORKS
#1. RE: An interlocal agreement with UDOT for snow plowing.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to adopt Resolution 9 of 1986 authorizing the execution of an interlocal cooperation agreement between Salt Lake City Corporation and the Utah Department of Transportation for trade of services wherein the state will plow 7200 West to Morton Salt Company in exchange for the city plowing State Street from North Temple to 400 South and areas In the fairgrounds, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(C 86-43)
#2. RE: An interlocal agreement with Salt Lake County for the Jefferson Detention Basin.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to adopt Resolution 10 of 1986 authorizing the execution of an interlocal cooperation agreement between Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County defining specific responsibilities for the construction of Jefferson Detention Basin, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(C 86-44)
#3. RE: An interlocal agreement with Salt Lake County for the Oil Drain Syphon Project.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to adopt Resolution 11 of 1986 authorizing the execution of an amendment to an interlocal cooperation agreement between Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County regarding cost sharing and the total sum of funds to be provided to the city by the county for the Oil Drain Syphon Project, 47-N-256, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(C 84-429)
#4. RE: An interlocal agreement with Salt Lake County for the 2700 South Storm Drain Project.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to adopt Resolution 12 of 1986 authorizing the execution of an amendment to an interlocal cooperation agreement between Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County regarding reimbursement for professional design fees to the city from the county for the 2700 South Storm Drain System Project, 47-N-269, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(C 84-428)
#5. RE: An Interlocal cooperation agreement with UDOT for traffic safety equipment.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to adopt Resolution 13 of 1986 authorizing the execution of an interlocal cooperation agreement between Salt Lake City Corporation and the Utah Department of Transportation to allow Salt Lake City to be reimbursed from UDOT for 75% of the purchase cost of traffic safety equipment, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
(C 86-45)
#6. RE: Special Lighting District 1.
ACTION: Councilmember Godfrey moved and Councilmember Bittner seconded to suspend the rules and on first reading adopt a motion declaring the Intention of the Salt Lake City Council to create a Special Improvement District to be known as Salt Lake City Lighting District No. 1, to operate, maintain, patrol, and power lighting improvements within the District and to levy special taxes as provided In Chapter 15, Title 10, Utah Code Annotated (1953), as amended, on the real estate lying within the District for the benefit of which such taxes are to be expended in the maintenance of such improvements; and setting a date for a protest hearing to be held Tuesday, March 4, 1986, at 6:45 p.m., which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
DISCUSSION: P. D. Kiser, traffic engineering, said that the district could be paid for without an Increase from the last assessment.
(Q 86-2)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Petition 400-364 of 1985 by the Salt Lake City Housing Authority.
RE: A public hearing at 6:30 p.m. regarding the vacation of the alley in the block surrounded by Hayes Avenue, American Avenue, Glendale Street and 11th West Street.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Godfrey seconded to close the public hearing, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
Councilmember Godfrey moved and Councilmember Mabey seconded to approve Petition 400-364 subject to the curb being replaced and easements being retained, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
DISCUSSION: John Hiskey, development services, outlined the area on a map and said that there were no objections by the abutting owners. He said that the curb cut needed to be repaired and the easements maintained. No one from the audience addressed this issue.
(P 86-5)
Petition 400-365 of 1985 by the Salt Lake City Housing Authority.
RE: A public hearing at 6:35 p.m. regarding the vacation of the alley in the block surrounded by Hayes Avenue, American Avenue, Glendale Street and Emery Street.
ACTION: Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Godfrey seconded to close the public hearing, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
Councilmember Mabey moved and Councilmember Stoler seconded to approve Petition 400-365 subject to the curb being replaced and easements being retained, which motion carried, all members present voting aye.
DISCUSSION: John Hiskey, development services, outlined the area on a map and said that there were no objections by the abutting owners. He said that the curb cut needed to be repaired and the easements maintained. No one from the audience addressed this issue.
(P 86-6)
COMMENTS
#1. B. T. Price expressed concern about the construction of another viaduct in the vicinity of 9th West.
The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.