City Council Regular Meeting

MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING – APRIL 2, 2019 -1- THE WEST VALLEY CITY COUNCIL MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2019, AT 6:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, WEST VALLEY CITY HALL, 3600 CONSTITUTION BOULEVARD, WEST VALLEY CITY, UTAH. THE MEETING WAS CALLED TO ORDER AND CONDUCTED BY MAYOR BIGELOW. THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS WERE PRESENT: Ron Bigelow, Mayor Lars Nordfelt, Councilmember At-Large Don Christensen, Councilmember At-Large Tom Huynh, Councilmember District 1 Steve Buhler, Councilmember District 2 Karen Lang, Councilmember District 3 Jake Fitisemanu, Councilmember District 4 STAFF PRESENT: Wayne T Pyle, City Manager Nichole Camac, City Recorder Mark Nord, Acting CED Director Eric Bunderson, City Attorney Jim Welch, Finance Director Colleen Jacobs, Police Chief John Evans, Fire Chief Russell Willardson, Public Works Director Layne Morris, CPD Director Nancy Day, Parks and Recreation Director Sam Johnson, Strategic Communications Director Jake Arslanian, Public Works Department OPENING CEREMONY Jake Fitisemanu conducted the Opening Ceremony. He invited Abbot Ajahn from the Wat Lao Buddharam Temple to provide an invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD MARCH 26, 2019 The Council considered the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 26, 2019. There were no changes, corrections or deletions. Councilmember Buhler moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 26, 2019. Councilmember Christensen seconded the motion.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING – APRIL 2, 2019 -2- A voice vote was taken and all members voted in favor of the motion. AWARDS, CEREMONIES AND PROCLAMATIONS A. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING APRIL 2019 AS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH Mayor Bigelow read the Proclamation recognizing April 2019 as Child Abuse Prevention Month. B. EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH AWARD, APRIL 2019- TUMI YOUNG, COMMUNITY PRESERVATION DEPARTMENT Councilmember Huynh read the nomination of Tumi Young, Community Preservation Department, to receive Employee of the Month Award for April 2019. Mr. Young was nominated by Cindy Hobbs. The award reads as follows: Tumi has exemplified total customer service. Dealing with angry citizens that have received notice that their property is not in accordance with the West Valley City Code can be a tough job, but he always takes the time to clearly explain the issues and never loses his cool. He keeps his tone extremely professional in even the most difficult of situations. Tumi also deals with a few difficult residents that feel they need to bring other people’s properties into compliance and complain to Tumi weekly and sometimes daily. He is patient, understanding, and tries to help in every way he can. Tumi's hard work and effort has enhanced the community which is indicated by his areas in the City improving each year on the Code Enforcement Survey (conducted annually every Fall). Tumi has helped mentor new Code Enforcement Officers and makes each of them feel like part of the division. Tumi also goes above and beyond his regular duties and arrives to work extra early to remove snow from the sidewalks and walking areas to the Community Preservation building. He helps make his fellow employee's and citizens of West Valley safer by doing this every snow storm and has done it since the building opened September 14, 2009. Tumi is very deserving of the "Employee of the Month Award" for all he does… Thank you Tumi!!! C. DIVISION OF THE QUARTER AWARD- VICTIM SERVICES, LEGAL DEPARTMENT Councilmember Christensen read the nomination of Victim Services to receive Division of the Quarter Award. The award reads as follows:  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING – APRIL 2, 2019 -3- There have been staffing changes and a lot of people with time off lately in the Victim Services Division. Not once has anyone complained. In fact, each advocate has stepped up and taken on more responsibility with case- loads and office work. Each advocate has stayed late and come in early to help our clients and officers. Whatever task is asked of them by the detectives, attorneys and police officers, they are ready and willing to get things done as quickly as possible. Our advocates go out of their way to get ahold of each client to make sure everyone gets the resources and services they desperately need. The advocates constantly do little things for clients that no one outside of the office will ever really see or know about but these things make huge impacts for individuals. Our advocates will sneak treats to children in crisis, give a client their own winter gloves, slip a few dollars into the pocket of a client desperate for a hot meal. They truly care about each and every individual that comes into our office for services. Each and every client is treated with the utmost respect and compassion. Our advocates will exhaust every avenue when trying to find the right services and resources for each client. They try to have each client leave with a game plan that is feasible and realistic for that person to accomplish. They can have the angriest person come in and through genuine care, that person will leave feeling like they have truly been listened to and that someone does care about them. COMMENT PERIOD A. PUBLIC COMMENTS Jim Vesock stated that he feels there should be a Citizens Review Board for Code Enforcement Officers. He indicated that Parking Enforcement Officers have body cameras and he feels Code Enforcement Officers should as well. Mr. Vesock stated that he attends the Citizens Academy. He indicated parking concerns need to be pursued. Chris Bell thanked the Council for recognizing the month as Child Abuse Prevention month. Mr. Bell stated that HB 148 passed that prevents vehicle idling and added that all 4 members of the Legislature that live in West Valley City voted in favor of this bill. He encouraged the Council to pass a similar ordinance. Mr. Bell stated that he is concerned about comments made in reference to Code Enforcement Officer Jill Robinson. He indicated that the community at large does not feel any negative will toward Jill or the Code Enforcement staff. Mr. Bell stated that he feels recognition and praise should be given to the Police Officers who saved the lives of residents at the apartment fire captured on video and displayed on the news in recent days. He indicated that people are alive today because of their heroics. Mr. Bell stated that he would like to see the City take action and do  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING – APRIL 2, 2019 -4- something about single use plastics. He concluded that Code Enforcement officers should have body cameras. B. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS Wayne Pyle, City Manager, had no comments. C. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Christensen stated that the City does have an idling ordinance in place. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT REGARDING RE-OPENING THE FY 2018- 2019 BUDGET Mayor Bigelow informed a public hearing had been advertised for the Regular Council Meeting scheduled April 2, 2019, in order for the City Council to hear and consider public comments regarding re-opening the FY 2018-2019 budget. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: State law authorizes West Valley City to amend its budget during the year. The City holds public hearings on budget amendments on a quarterly basis each fiscal year. A Public Notice was posted March 21, 2019 in the Salt Lake Tribune and the Deseret Morning News. Notice was given that a public hearing is to be held April 2, 2019 at 6:30 p.m., West Valley City Hall, 3600 Constitution Blvd., West Valley City, Utah. Mayor Bigelow opened the Public Hearing. There being no one to speak in favor or opposition, Mayor Bigelow closed the Public Hearing. ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 19-09, AMEND THE BUDGET OF WEST VALLEY CITY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2018 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2019 TO REFLECT CHANGES IN THE BUDGET FROM INCREASED REVENUES AND AUTHORIZE THE DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS The City Council previously held a public hearing regarding proposed Ordinance 19-09 that would amend the budget of West Valley City for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2019 to reflect changes in the budget from increased revenues and authorize the disbursement of funds.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING – APRIL 2, 2019 -5- Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow there were no further questions from members of the City Council, and he called for a motion. Councilmember Buhler moved to approve Ordinance 19-09. Councilmember Huynh seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: Mr. Fitisemanu Yes Ms. Lang Yes Mr. Buhler Yes Mr. Huynh Yes Mr. Christensen Yes Mr. Nordfelt Yes Mayor Bigelow Yes Unanimous. RESOLUTION 19-37: AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF AN INTERLOCAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN WEST VALLEY CITY AND SALT LAKE COUNTY FOR THE RECEIPT OF CERTAIN TRCC FUNDS FOR THE UTAH CULTURAL CELEBRATION CENTER Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-37 that would authorize the execution of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between West Valley City and Salt Lake County for the receipt of certain TRCC Funds for the Utah Cultural Celebration Center. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The County receives funds pursuant to the Tourism, Recreation, Cultural, Convention and Airport Facilities Tax (TRCC) which may be used for the development, operation, and maintenance of publicly owned or operated cultural facilities. The City applied for operating funds for the UCCC. Under the terms of this agreement, the County will contribute $200,000 in TRCC funds to assist with the operating costs of the UCCC in 2019 with an additional $300,000 for expansion of current and new programming costs. The City does not need to match funds but must spend the money prior to Oct. 31, 2019. The City and the County have a mutual interest in working together to fund and operate the activities, events, and other programs at the UCCC. By working together, the parties believe TRCC assistance will contribute to the  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING – APRIL 2, 2019 -6- prosperity, moral well-being, peace and comfort of the residents of Salt Lake County. The funds received pursuant to the TRCC Act must be used for the development, operation, and maintenance of public owned or operated cultural facilities. Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow there were no further questions from members of the City Council, and he called for a motion. Councilmember Fitisemanu moved to approve Resolution 19-37. Councilmember Nordfelt seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: Mr. Fitisemanu Yes Ms. Lang Yes Mr. Buhler Yes Mr. Huynh Yes Mr. Christensen Yes Mr. Nordfelt Yes Mayor Bigelow Yes Unanimous. RESOLUTION 19-38: APPROVE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND CMT ENGINEERING LABORATORIES FOR PROFESSIONAL TESTING AND INSPECTION SERVICES Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-38 that would approve a Professional Services Agreement between the City and CMT Engineering Laboratories for professional testing and inspection services. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The contract in the sum total of $76,633.00 will include testing and special inspection services for the Public Works and Parks Operation Facilities Construction. The city has contracted with CMT Engineering on multiple of their projects and have been very pleased with their timing, work ethic, and expertise. We are familiar with their process and they are familiar with ours. This contract will include all of  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING – APRIL 2, 2019 -7- the special inspections that will be needed during the construction of the Public Works and Parks Operation Facilities, including: • Soils – Field and Lab Testing • Concrete • Epoxy Dowels, Anchors • Masonry • Asphalt Concrete Paving • Structural Steel • Project Management Pricing and terms for the contract were calculated using International Building Code, available project specifications and drawings, and previous experience and projects with West Valley City similar to this project. Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow there were no further questions from members of the City Council, and he called for a motion. Councilmember Christensen moved to approve Resolution 19-38. Councilmember Lang seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: Mr. Fitisemanu Yes Ms. Lang Yes Mr. Buhler Yes Mr. Huynh Yes Mr. Christensen Yes Mr. Nordfelt Yes Mayor Bigelow Yes Unanimous. CONSENT AGENDA A. RESOLUTION 19-39: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO AN EASEMENT PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND ACCEPT A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT WITH AND FROM SALT LAKE COMMUNTIY COLLEGE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2578 SOUTH BEAGLEY CIRCLE (7090 WEST) Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-39 that would authorize the City to enter into an Easement Purchase Agreement and accept a Temporary Construction Easement with and from Salt Lake Community College for Property Located at 2578 South Beagley Circle (7090 West)  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING – APRIL 2, 2019 -8- Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: A Temporary Construction Easement over a portion of the Salt Lake Community College parcel located at 2578 S. Beagley Circle (7090 West) is being acquired as part of the 2540 South Extension, scheduled to be constructed in 2019. This project will extend Beagley Lane eastward from 7200 West, through ARA Industrial Center to 2540 South at 6755 West. 2540 South will also be extended from 6400 West to approximately 6100 West. Beagley Lane will be shifted south and realigned to create separation from existing homes on Beagley Lane. Due to the realignment of Beagley Lane, a 980 square foot portion of the existing Begaley Lane will be vacated in favor of Lot 1, Beagley Estates Subdivision owned by Salt Lake Community College. An amended subdivision plat will be recorded to amend Lots 1, 6–9, 18 and Beagley Lane in the Beagley Estates Subdivision. Compensation in the amount of $6,700.00 is based upon the Compensation Estimate prepared by the Integra Realty Resources and includes funds to landscape the vacated portion of Beagley Lane added to Lot 1. Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow there were no further questions from members of the City Council, and he called for a motion. Councilmember Buhler moved to approve Resolution 19-39. Councilmember Nordfelt seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: Ms. Lang Yes Mr. Buhler Yes Mr. Huynh Yes Mr. Christensen Yes Mr. Nordfelt Yes Mayor Bigelow Yes Unanimous. MOTION TO ADJOURN Upon motion by Councilmember Huynh, all voted in favor to adjourn.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING – APRIL 2, 2019 -9- THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS OF THE WEST VALLEY COUNCIL THE REGULAR MEETING OF TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2019 WAS ADJOURNED AT 7:06 P.M. BY MAYOR BIGELOW. I hereby certify the foregoing to be a true, accurate and complete record of the proceedings of the Regular Meeting of the West Valley City Council held Tuesday, April 2, 2019. _______________________________ Nichole Camac, CMC City Recorder