City Council
Regular MeetingSandy, UT · September 11, 2018
Minutes
10000 Centennial Parkway
Sandy City, Utah Sandy, UT 84070
Phone: 801-568-7141
Meeting Minutes
City Council
Brooke Christensen, District 1
Maren Barker, District 2
Kristin Coleman-Nicholl, District 3
Chris McCandless, District 4
Steve Fairbanks, At-large
Linda Martinez Saville, At-large
Zach Robinson, At-large
Tuesday, September 11, 2018 5:15 PM Council Chambers
5:15 Council Meeting
Roll Call
Council Office Director Michael Applegarth
Council Office Analyst Dustin Fratto
Administration:
Mayor Kurt Bradburn
CAO Matthew Huish
Deputy to the Mayor Evelyn Everton
Assistant CAO Shane Pace
Communications Director Eric Richards
Economic Development Director Nick Duerksen
City Attorney Bob Thompson
Senior Civil Attorney Steve Osborn
Community Development Director James Sorensen
Planning Director Brian McCuistion
Zoning Administrator Mike Wilcox
Planner Wade Sanner
Administrative Services Director Brian Kelley
Fire Chief Bruce Cline
Parks & Recreation Director Scott Earl
Police Chief William O'Neal
Public Utilities Director Tom Ward
Public Works Director Mike Gladbach
Present: 6- Council Member Brooke Christensen
Council Member Maren Barker
Council Member Kristin Coleman-Nicholl
Council Member Chris McCandless
Council Member Steve Fairbanks
Council Member Zach Robinson
Absent: 1- Council Member Linda Martinez Saville
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Non-voting Items
Council Member Business
Kris Nicholl asked to be excused at 6:45 p.m. for a family event.
Chris McCandless reported on the success of the first year at Hale Centre Theater and
their future plans. He updated the Council on the Central Wasatch Commission. He
received an e-mail from a constituent regarding parking on 114th South.
Zach Robinson complemented Staff on the annual Dipping Dogs event at Alta Canyon. He
expressed appreciation for the neighborhood clean-up. He asked if Council Staff and
Administration would look to see if a stove had been funded for the Senior Center. He
attended the Arts Guild meeting complementing them on the "great" job they are doing.
Brooke Christensen expressed appreciation to all who helped with the Heritage Festival.
Steve Fairbanks gave a "shout out" to the City's Communication Team who received
awards from 3CMA, City-County Communications & Marketing Association, for their
efforts.
Council Office Director's Report and Calendar Review
Mike Applegarth reviewed upcoming items on the Agenda Calendar, receiving agenda
items in a timely matter, Council attendance at the upcoming APA conference, and his
possible participation as a beta tester for Parliamentarian Procedures.
Mayor's Report
Matt Huish excused Mayor Bradburn.
CAO Report
Matt Huish reported on a grant the City was awarded for electric vehicle charging stations
at city buildings, a drone infrastructure policy, launching of eight citizen advisory groups,
and progress on the hiring of Cityworks managers.
Eric Richards spoke regarding the 3CMA Conference. He noted that Sandy City was the
only City in the State of Utah that won this year. He expressed appreciation to the
Council for their support.
Brian Kelly updated the Council on an request for proposal (RFP) that was sent out for a
Retirement Plan Consultant.
Legislative Report
Evelyn Everton updated the Council on electric scooters seen in the City.
Matt Huish informed the Council that a bike committee has been formed.
Citizen Comments
Colton Cox, 913 East Meadow Court,Draper Utah, spoke on behalf of friends and family
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regarding excessive road work in the City, and the need to use tax dollars for something
more important.
Steve Fairbanks encouraged Mr. Cox to express his frustration to the State since the
majority of road work is on State roads.
Matt Hush noted that Cityworks can help to inform residents on road construction
projects.
Comments were closed.
Information Items
1. 18-270 Envision Utah requesting that the Council receive a presentation regarding
Point of the Mountain Phase 3
Attachments: Vision Handouts
Ari Bruening,Robert Grow, and Ryan Hunter, Envision Utah, presented a briefing on the
Point of the Mountain 3 proposed development.
Council questions and discussion followed.
Roll Call
Linda Martinez Saville arrived at approximately 5:55 p.m.
Present: 7- Council Member Brooke Christensen
Council Member Maren Barker
Council Member Kristin Coleman-Nicholl
Council Member Chris McCandless
Council Member Steve Fairbanks
Council Member Zach Robinson
Council Member Linda Martinez Saville
2. 18-335 Administration presenting results of the glass recycling survey.
Attachments: GlassSoleSource
Glass Recycling - Preliminary
Eric Richards and Shane Pace presented the survey results and answered questions
regarding glass recycling services and potential implementation.
Council questions followed.
The Council directed Administration to move forward.
3. 18-334 City Council Office updating the Council on the Short-Term Rental
Ordinance
Attachments: Council Staff Memo_STR Update
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Dustin Fratto provided an update on the progress of the Short Term Rental Ordinance.
Council questions followed.
Citizen Comments:
Princess P Awadolla thanked the Council, commenting it was nice to hear that a meeting
had been scheduled for September 27th, to discuss the summary, policies, procedures,
and process for licence for short term rentals.
Dustin Fratto followed up with comments on the application process.
4. 18-337 Administration presenting code amendments creating an administrative
code enforcement program in Sandy City.
Attachments: Draft Administrative Code Enforcement Text.docx
This item was tabled.
A motion was made by Chris McCandless, seconded by Kristin Coleman-Nicholl,
to table item #4 ... The motion carried by a unanimous all in favor voice vote.
Voting Items
Consent Calendar
5. 18-344 Mayor Bradburn requesting the City Council's advice and consent on the
appointment of Wendy Downs as the City Recorder.
Attachments: 18-47C_ Wendy Downs_City Recorder
Zach Robinson made the motion seconded by Kris Coleman Nicholl to adopt
Resolution 18-47 C, consenting to the appointment of Wendy Downs as City
Recorder effective October 19, 2018...the motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7- Brooke Christensen
Maren Barker
Kristin Coleman-Nicholl
Chris McCandless
Steve Fairbanks
Zach Robinson
Linda Martinez Saville
Approval of the Consent Calendar
A motion was made by Kristin Coleman-Nicholl, seconded by Zach Robinson, to
approve the Consent Calendar consisting of Item's #6 & #7 and removing Item #5
from the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Yes: 7- Brooke Christensen
Maren Barker
Kristin Coleman-Nicholl
Chris McCandless
Steve Fairbanks
Zach Robinson
Linda Martinez Saville
6. 18-333 Council office recommending the Council adopt "A Policy and Procedural
Guide for the Appointment of Citizens, Staff, and Elected Officials to Serve
on Special Committees"
Attachments: Resolution 18-40C
FINAL - Special Committees Policy and Procedural Manual
Kris Nicholl made an amendment to the Policy and Procedural Guide for the Appointment
of Citizens, Staff, and Elected Officials to Serve on Special Committees, on page 42.
Kris Coleman Nicholl made a motion seconded by Brooke Christensen to Adopt
Resolution 18-40C, "A Policy and Procedural Guide for the Appointment of
Citizens, Staff, and Elected Officials to Serve on Special Committees" to modify
Responsibilities of the Council Liaison to read as follows:
a. Council Liaison(s): Appointed by the Council majority as described herein. A
Council liaison will serve as an ex-officio, non-voting committee liaison and may
assist their assigned committee in the following ways:
i. Informs the committee members about items of special interest, as directed
by the Council.
ii. Reports on actions of the committee to the City Council.
iii. Actively participate in the meeting.
The motion was adopted by the following vote:
7. 18-343 Approval of the September 4, 2018 Minutes.
Attachments: September 4, 2018 Minutes
Item approved.
Council Items
8. 18-340 City Council Office recommending the City Council adopt ordinance 18-25
amending title 22 of the Revised Ordinances of Sandy City by adding a
section to regulate special committees
Attachments: Ordinance 18-25
Dustin Fratto introduced the adoption of Ordinance 18-25 amending Title 22, adding a
Section putting into affect the Policy and Procedure manual to regulate special
committees.
A motion was made by Brooke Christensen, seconded by Zach Robinson to adopt
Ordinance 18-25 an ordinance enacting Title 22, Chapter 1, Section 8, "Special
Committees", also providing a saving clause for the ordinance and an effective
date... The motion carried by the following vote:
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Yes: 7- Brooke Christensen
Maren Barker
Kristin Coleman-Nicholl
Chris McCandless
Steve Fairbanks
Zach Robinson
Linda Martinez Saville
9. 18-336 Council Member Robinson introducing amendments to the Council Media
Policy.
Attachments: Draft (Amended) Media Policy.docx
Zach Robinson introduced amendment to the Council Communication media policy.
Brooke Christensen expressed concern with items #3,#4, and #5 in the Policy.
Maren Barker also expressed concern with item #3 and the strain it could put on Staff.
Council comments followed.
A motion was made by Kristin Coleman-Nicholl, seconded by Chris McCandless,
to move forward and continue developing a revised Council communication
media policy, to be brought back for final consideration... The motion carried by
a unanimous voice vote in favor.
7 to 8:00 17th Annual Utah Healing Field 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
The Council Meeting went into recess for the City Council to attend the 911 Healing Field
Ceremony.
Meeting went into Recess
Meeting Reconvened
Time Certain Items and Public Hearings
Prayer / Pledge of Allegiance
Chairman Steve Fairbanks welcomed all those in attendance.
City Attorney Bob Thompson offered the opening prayer.
Councilwoman Linda Martinez Saville led the audience in the pledge.
Citizen Comments
Tim Pefaur, Sandy Resident, 8516 S. Mesa Dr., Elias Cardona, 8506 S Mesa Dr. and
Ron Faerrer, 1450 E 8175 S., addressed the Council with concerns regarding installation
of sidewalks by Salt Lake County and possible assistance from Sandy.
Mayor Bradburn invited the residents to meet with the Public Works Director following
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their comments.
Citizen Comments were closed.
Public Hearing(s)
10. ANEX-07-18- East Willow Creek Annexation
5450(CC) 2771-3036 East Willow Creek Drive (8500 South)
Mountain Views, Community #19
Attachments: Council report
Ordinance 18-27(9.7.18)
Brian McCuistion introduced the East Willow Creek Drive Annexation.
Public Comments was opened.
Josh Green, lives within the boundaries of the annexation, explained the process
residents took to start the annexation.
Ryan Sanders, lives within the boundaries of the annexation, explained his reasons for
wanting to annex into Sandy.
Citizen Comments were closed.
A motion was made by Kristin Coleman-Nicholl seconded by Chris McCandless to
approve Ordinance 18-27, an ordinance annexing territory located at
approximately 2771 East to 3036 East Willow Creek in Salt Lake County,
comprising approximately 14.9 acres into Sandy City; establishing zoning for the
annexed properties of R-2-10 and R-1-10; also providing a severance and
effective date for the annexation... The motion carried by the following vote:
Question on the Motion:
Zach Robinson asked a question regarding a public safety letter that the Council
received.
Bob Thompson responded to his question.
Yes: 6- Brooke Christensen
Kristin Coleman-Nicholl
Chris McCandless
Steve Fairbanks
Zach Robinson
Linda Martinez Saville
Absent: 1- Maren Barker
11. CODE-08-18 Wireless Communication Facilities in the Public Right-of-Way
-5477(CC) Amend Title 15A, Chapters 11 Special Uses, & 37, Definitions, Land
Development Code, Revised Ordinances of Sandy City, 2008
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Attachments: Staff Report CC.pdf
Small Cell Ordinance EDIT CC.pdf
City Council Ordinance 18-28 (002).pdf
Small Cell Highlights.pdf
Revised spelling corrections for Exhibit A Small Cell Ord from Steve
Osborn 9-13-18
Wade Sanner introduced the item regarding a Staff initiated Code Amendment for
wireless communication facilities in the public right-of-way.
Council questions followed.
Public Comments:
Steve Van Maren, indicated that there were no issues on his part at this time, and he
was happy revenue was being generated by the use of the City's poles.
Steve Osborn, City Attorney, was responsible for drafting the ordinance. He commended
on a few errors on the reformatting of the ordinance and he requested that they be
brought to the attention of the Council and corrected this evening.
Richard Lee, 1895 East 70 S., Heber Utah, explained his work in the wireless utility
industry. He spoke in support of the Code Amendment and the inability for utility
companies to underground lines based on the power company.
Council questions followed.
Citizen Comments were closed.
Council questions and comments followed.
A motion was made by Chris McCandless, seconded by Kristin Coleman-Nicholl
to adopt Ordinance 18-28, an ordinance amending Title 15A of the revised
ordinances of Sandy City (The Land Development Code), 2008, Chapter 11,
"Special Use Standards", and Chapter 37, "Definitions" to add a new Section to
create new standards for regulation and implementation of Small Cell Antennas
in Sandy City; also providing a saving clause and effective date for the ordinance
as soon as possible, with the modifications as recommended by our City Attorney
Mr. Osborn on pages 5 and 8 as described ...the motion carried by the following
vote:
Question on the Motion:
Kris Coleman Nicholl asked a few clarifying questions which were answered by
Wade Sanner.
Yes: 6- Brooke Christensen
Kristin Coleman-Nicholl
Chris McCandless
Steve Fairbanks
Zach Robinson
Linda Martinez Saville
Absent: 1- Maren Barker
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12. CODE-06-18 Parking Reductions - Amend Title 15A, Chapter 24-03 - Special Access
-5437(CC) and Parking Provisions, Land Development Code, Revised Ordinances of
Sandy City, 2008
Attachments: Staff Report.pdf
18-26
Mike Wilcox introduced the Code Amendment to address Parking Reductions.
Council questions and comments followed.
Public Comments were opened.
Steve Van Maren commented on Section 3, "Residential Parking Reduction", one stall
allocated per unit. He would like a higher number than one stall to be considered. As a
rebuttal to an explanation by Mike Wilcox, Mr. Van Maren recommended putting two
stalls as a requirement for three bedrooms or more, and one stall for one or two
bedrooms, and the reserve must be dedicated and must be leased with the property.
The Public Hearing was closed.
Council questions followed.
A motion was made by Chris McCandless seconded by Kris Coleman Nicholl to
adopt Ordinance 18-26 amending Title 15A of the revised ordinances of Sandy
City (The Land Development Code), 2008, Chapter 24-03, "Special Access and
Parking Provisions" to allow for parking reductions to the parking requirements if
certain criteria is met; also providing a saving clause and effective date for the
ordinance with the modification that we add Section 2A to Exhibit A to state that
no parking reduction shall be applied to any single family detached housing
projects within the City limits...the motion carried by the following vote:
Council discussion followed on the motion with further clarification on questions
from Maren Barker, Chris McCandles, Zach Robinson, Brooke Christensen, and
Kris Nicholl.
Yes: 6- Brooke Christensen
Kristin Coleman-Nicholl
Chris McCandless
Steve Fairbanks
Zach Robinson
Linda Martinez Saville
No: 1- Maren Barker
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at approximately 10:10 p.m. by Steve Fairbanks. The next
scheduled meeting of the City Council is Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 5:15 p.m.
______________________ ______________________
Steve Fairbanks, Chair Pam Lehman
Sandy City Council Meeting Clerk
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Agenda
10000 Centennial Parkway
Sandy City, Utah Sandy, UT 84070
Phone: 801-568-7141
Meeting Agenda
City Council
Brooke Christensen, District 1
Maren Barker, District 2
Kristin Coleman-Nicholl, District 3
Chris McCandless, District 4
Steve Fairbanks, At-large
Linda Martinez Saville, At-large
Zach Robinson, At-large
Tuesday, September 11, 2018 5:15 PM Council Chambers
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4:30 Dinner
5:15 Council Meeting
Roll Call
Non-voting Items
Council Member Business
Council Office Director's Report and Calendar Review
Mayor's Report
CAO Report
Legislative Report
Citizen Comments
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Information Items
1. 18-270 Envision Utah requesting that the Council receive a presentation regarding
Point of the Mountain Phase 3
Attachments: Vision Handouts
2. 18-335 Administration presenting results of the glass recycling survey.
Attachments: GlassSoleSource
Glass Recycling - Preliminary
3. 18-334 City Council Office updating the Council on the Short-Term Rental
Ordinance
Attachments: Council Staff Memo_STR Update
4. 18-337 Administration presenting code amendments creating an administrative
code enforcement program in Sandy City.
Attachments: Draft Administrative Code Enforcement Text.docx
Voting Items
Consent Calendar
5. 18-344 Mayor Bradburn requesting the City Council's advice and consent on the
appointment of Wendy Downs as the City Recorder.
Attachments: 18-__ Wendy Downs_City Recorder
6. 18-333 Council office recommending the Council adopt "A Policy and Procedural
Guide for the Appointment of Citizens, Staff, and Elected Officials to Serve
on Special Committees"
Attachments: Resolution 18-40C
7. 18-343 Approval of the September 4, 2018 Minutes.
Attachments: September 4, 2018 Minutes
Council Items
8. 18-340 City Council Office recommending the City Council adopt ordinance 18-25
amending title 22 of the Revised Ordinances of Sandy City by adding a
section to regulate special committees
Attachments: Ordinance 18-25
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9. 18-336 Council Member Robinson introducing amendments to the Council Media
Policy.
Attachments: Draft (Amended) Media Policy.docx
7 to 8:00 17th Annual Utah Healing Field 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
Time Certain Items and Public Hearings
Prayer / Pledge of Allegiance
Citizen Comments
Public Hearing(s)
10. ANEX-07-18- East Willow Creek Annexation
5450(CC) 2771-3036 East Willow Creek Drive (8500 South)
Mountain Views, Community #19
Attachments: Council report
Ordinance 18-27(9.7.18)
11. CODE-08-18- Wireless Communication Facilities in the Public Right-of-Way
5477(CC) Amend Title 15A, Chapters 11 Special Uses, & 37, Definitions, Land
Development Code, Revised Ordinances of Sandy City, 2008
Attachments: Staff Report CC.pdf
Small Cell Ordinance EDIT CC.pdf
City Council Ordinance 18-28 (002).pdf
Small Cell Highlights.pdf
12. CODE-06-18- Parking Reductions - Amend Title 15A, Chapter 24-03 - Special Access
5437(CC) and Parking Provisions, Land Development Code, Revised Ordinances of
Sandy City, 2008
Attachments: Staff Report.pdf
18-26
Adjournment
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