City Council
Regular MeetingSandy, UT · June 3, 2025
Minutes
10000 Centennial Parkway
Sandy City, Utah Sandy, UT 84070
Phone: 801-568-7141
Meeting Minutes
City Council
Ryan Mecham, District 1
Alison Stroud, District 2
Zach Robinson, District 3
Marci Houseman, District 4
Aaron Dekeyzer, At-large
Brooke D'Sousa, At -large
Cyndi Sharkey, At-large
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 5:15 PM City Hall and Online
5:15 Council Meeting
Present: 7- Council Member Alison Stroud
Council Member Zach Robinson
Council Member Marci Houseman
Council Member Cyndi Sharkey
Council Member Ryan Mecham
Council Member Brooke D'Sousa
Council Member Aaron Dekeyzer
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Council Staff in Attendance
Dustin Fratto, Council Director
Justin Sorenson, Assistant Director
Chris Edwards, Council Clerk
Liz Theriault, Sr. Policy and Comms Analyst
Tracy Cowdell, Council Attorney
Administration in Attendance
Mayor Zoltanski
Shane Pace, CAO
Jeff Robinson, Legal
Ryan McConaghie, Fire
Greg Severson, Police
Tom Ward, Public Utilities
Dan Medina, Parks and Recreation
Ryan Kump, Public Works
James Sorensen, Community Development
Brian Kelley, Administrative Services
Kasey Dunlavy, Economic Development
Kim Bell, Deputy Mayor
Susan Wood, Public Affairs/PIO
Katrina Frederick, Human Resources
Jake Warner, Community Development
Prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, and Introductions
Council Chair Aaron Dekeyzer welcomed those in attendance.
Scott Ellis offered the Prayer.
Council Chair Aaron Dekeyzer led the Pledge.
Council moved to Item 2 on the Agenda.
General Citizen Comment Period (No earlier than 6:00 PM)
Council Chair Aaron Dekeyzer invited the public to participate in General Citizen
Comment.
Mr. Tim Gibson provided comments. He expressed that he was not satisfied and asked
for council members to reach out.
Ms. Deb Jordan invited the public to an event held on June 14th with ARUP Blood
Services.
Council moved to Item 4 on the Agenda.
Council Business
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Informational Items
1. REZ0418202 Community Development Department presenting the Jordan Credit Union
5-006956 Rezone application (File #REZ03192025-006931), requesting that two
(CC1st) parcels be rezoned from the R-1-8 Zone to the PO Zone.
Attachments: Planning Commission Staff Report
Planning Commission Minutes (draft)
CC Presentation-Jordan Credit Union Rezone (5.28.25)
Jake Warner presented a rezone application on behalf of Jordan Credit Union for a parcel
located at 9260 S 300 E. The applicant requested a rezone of property from the R-1-8
zone to PO (Professional Office). The Planning Commission forwarded a positive
recommendation.
2. 25-159 City Journals providing the City Council with reports on the City Newsletter
and the City's business relationship with City Journals
The staff from the City Journals presented to the Council. They spoke about the
long-standing and positive twenty-year relationship between the City Journals and Sandy
City. They provided background information regarding the City Journals distribution and
recent opt-in program. Council questions and comments followed.
3. 25-161 Administrative Services providing the Council with a sales and property tax
revenue analysis
Attachments: Sales and Property Tax Revenue Analysis
Brian Kelley, Administrative Services, provided a presentation and analysis of sales tax
and property tax revenue..
Following the presentation, Council moved to General Citizen Comment.
Public Hearing(s)
4. 25-162 Public hearing to consider Resolution 25-22C which increase total
appropriations for the fiscal year commencing on July 1, 2024 and ending
on June 30, 2025
Attachments: 25-22C Budget Amendments (Debt Service, Alta Canyon, Golf)
Public Hearing: Brian Kelley presented Resolution 25-22C, a resolution increasing total
appropriations for the fiscal year 2025. He reviewed the recommended adjustments with
the Council.
Public Hearing comment period opened.
Public Hearing comment period closed.
A motion was made by Ryan Mecham, seconded by Cyndi Sharkey to adopt
Resolution 25-22C, a resolution increasing total appropriations for the Fiscal Year
commencing July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025...The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
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Yes: 7- Alison Stroud
Zach Robinson
Marci Houseman
Cyndi Sharkey
Ryan Mecham
Brooke D'Sousa
Aaron Dekeyzer
Nonvoting: 0
5. 25-158 Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Compensation for Executive
Municipal Officers
Attachments: Presentation
Public Hearing: Katrina Frederick, Human Resource, presented on the Fiscal Year 26
compensation for Executive Municipal Officers.
Public Hearing comment period opened.
Public Hearing comment period closed.
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6. 25-163 Public Hearing to consider the adoption of the FY 2025-26 Sandy City
Budget. This item includes:
Resolutions 25-23C and 25-24C of Sandy City, adopting tax rates for
Sandy City and the Alta Canyon Recreation District for the fiscal year
commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026; also establishing
certain fees and charges in Sandy City for said fiscal year.
Attachments: 25-23C Final Budget Adoption
25-24C Final Budget Adoption - Alta Canyon
June 10th Houseman-Robinson Budget Proposal Memo
June 10th Stroud Budget Proposal Memo
Public Hearing: Brian Kelley, Administrative Services, presented Budget Resolutions
25-23C and 25-24C. The Tentative Budget was presented on May 6th. He spoke about
the approval process for the FY26 budget and tax rate.
Public Hearing comment period opened.
Ms. Kris Nichol expressed a need for additional detail related to the Mayor, CAO, and
Communications budgets. Spending needs to be reigned in.
Mr. Steve Van Maren had questions regarding the water rates set by Public Utilities and
Alta Canyon.
Public Hearing comment period closed.
Council discussed continuing the Public Hearing on the budget to June 10th. The Council
will have budget proposals to be considered.
A motion was made by Cyndi Sharkey, seconded by Zach Robinson, to continue
the Public Hearing to June 10, 2025...The motion carried by the following roll call
vote:
Yes: 7- Alison Stroud
Zach Robinson
Marci Houseman
Cyndi Sharkey
Ryan Mecham
Brooke D'Sousa
Aaron Dekeyzer
Nonvoting: 0
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7. 25-160 Recess the City Council Meeting and convene a meeting of the Sandy City
Redevelopment Agency.
This RDA Meeting includes a Public Hearing for the adoption of the annual
budget of the RDA of Sandy City, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025
and ending June 30, 2026
Attachments: 06-03-25 RDA Agenda
RD 25-02 Budget Adoption
RDA Budget Detail
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Council convened a meeting of the Redevelopment Agency Board at 6:42 pm.
A motion was made by Aaron Dekeyzer, seconded by Ryan Mecham to convene
a meeting of the Redevelopment Agency Board...The motion carried by a
unanimous voice vote.
The City Council meeting reconvened at 6:49 pm and the Council moved to Standing
Reports.
Standing Reports
Agenda Planning Calendar Review & Council Office Director's Report
Dustin Fratto, Council Director, reviewed upcoming agenda items with the Council.
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Council Member Business
Council Member Zach Robinson expressed appreciation to the Public Works staff. The
spring bulk waste clean up went very well. He acknowledged the passing of Bruce
Blanchard. We had a great deal of respect for him.
Council Member Ryan Mecham acknowledged Bruce Blanchard for his untiring work and
ability to help people understand the City budget.
Council Member Marci Houseman also spoke of Bruce Blanchard. He was always so
engaged and collaborative and we appreciated his analysis and input. She thanked
department staff for their help with residents' concerns. She also expressed a desire to
move forward with a code of conduct.
Council Member Alison Stroud spoke about her interactions with Bruce Blanchard. She
always appreciated his input and recommendations. He will be missed. She attended the
public utilities spring fair and provided an update.
Council Member Brooke D'Sousa spoke about Bruce Blanchard. He was a great teacher
and helped her to understand the city budget. She also provided an update from an
Envision Utah meeting she attended.
Council Member Cyndi Sharkey spoke of Bruce Blanchard and said that he will be
missed. People like Bruce make us better and ensure that we are prepared. She spoke
about upcoming ribbon cuttings and acknowledged the South Valley Chamber for their
work on behalf of Sandy City.
Mayor's Report
Mayor Zoltanski spoke about Bruce Blanchard. She valued his input. He was recently
awarded the One Sandy Award for Empowerment and Belonging. We all benefited from
his involvement. She attended the Fair Housing Summit and provided an update. She
wished the Director of the Sandy Senior Center well in his retirement and invited the
community to the first movies in the park event.
CAO Report
Shane Pace, CAO, mentioned that the city will be implementing Workday financial
software in the new fiscal year and provided some updates.
Adjournment
Council unanimously adjourned the meeting at 7:15 pm.
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Agenda
10000 Centennial Parkway
Sandy City, Utah Sandy, UT 84070
Phone: 801-568-7141
Meeting Agenda
City Council
Ryan Mecham, District 1
Alison Stroud, District 2
Zach Robinson, District 3
Marci Houseman, District 4
Aaron Dekeyzer, At-large
Brooke D'Sousa, At -large
Cyndi Sharkey, At-large
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 5:15 PM City Hall and Online
Web address to view complete packet: http://sandyutah.legistar.com
This Council Meeting will be conducted both in-person, in the Sandy City Council
Chambers at City Hall, and via Zoom Webinar. Residents may attend and participate in
the meeting either in-person or via the webinar link below. Virtual participation is offered
as a courtesy. If for any reason the virtual meeting is inoperable, virtual attendees are
encouraged to instead attend in-person. The meeting will be held regardless of the
availability of a virtual option.
Register in advance for this webinar:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Or listen by phone:
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
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Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations during this meeting should notify the City Council
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5:15 Council Meeting
Prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, and Introductions
General Citizen Comment Period (No earlier than 6:00 PM)
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The General Citizen Comment period is the time set aside for the public to comment on any City business,
including any item listed on tonight's agenda. General Citizen Comment will begin no earlier than 6:00 PM. Citizen
comment will also be taken during each Council Voting Item and each Public Hearing Item for comments related to
those items.
Each speaker is allowed three minutes during each comment period. A speaker may comment during multiple
comment periods, so long as the topic of the comment is different each time. No speaker will be permitted to
comment more than once during any individual comment period.
Speakers wishing to comment live should attend the meeting in person or access the meeting virtually via the Zoom
Webinar link. The call-in number is generally for listening only. You may also leave a written comment by emailing
CitizenComment@sandy.utah.gov.
Council Business
Informational Items
1. REZ04182025 Community Development Department presenting the Jordan Credit Union
-006956 Rezone application (File #REZ03192025-006931), requesting that two
(CC1st) parcels be rezoned from the R-1-8 Zone to the PO Zone.
Attachments: Planning Commission Staff Report
Planning Commission Minutes (draft)
CC Presentation-Jordan Credit Union Rezone (5.28.25)
2. 25-159 City Journals providing the City Council with reports on the City Newsletter
and the City's business relationship with City Journals
3. 25-161 Administrative Services providing the Council with a sales and property tax
revenue analysis
Attachments: Sales and Property Tax Revenue Analysis
Public Hearing(s)
4. 25-162 Public hearing to consider Resolution 25-22C which increase total
appropriations for the fiscal year commencing on July 1, 2024 and ending
on June 30, 2025
Attachments: 25-22C Budget Amendments (Debt Service, Alta Canyon, Golf)
5. 25-158 Public Hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Compensation for Executive
Municipal Officers
Attachments: Presentation
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6. 25-163 Public Hearing to consider the adoption of the FY 2025-26 Sandy City
Budget. This item includes:
Resolutions 25-23C and 25-24C of Sandy City, adopting tax rates for
Sandy City and the Alta Canyon Recreation District for the fiscal year
commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026; also establishing
certain fees and charges in Sandy City for said fiscal year.
Attachments: 25-23C Final Budget Adoption
25-24C Final Budget Adoption - Alta Canyon
7. 25-160 Recess the City Council Meeting and convene a meeting of the Sandy City
Redevelopment Agency.
This RDA Meeting includes a Public Hearing for the adoption of the annual
budget of the RDA of Sandy City, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025
and ending June 30, 2026
Attachments: 06-03-25 RDA Agenda
RD 25-02 Budget Adoption
RDA Budget Detail
3.11.25 Minutes
Standing Reports
Agenda Planning Calendar Review & Council Office Director's Report
Council Member Business
Mayor's Report
CAO Report
Adjournment
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