City Council Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingWest Valley City, UT · August 20, 2019
Minutes
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THE WEST VALLEY CITY COUNCIL MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON TUESDAY,
AUGUST 20, 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
Don Christensen, Councilmember At-Large
Lars Nordfelt, Councilmember At-Large
Tom Huynh, Councilmember District 1
Steve Buhler, Councilmember District 2
ABSENT:
Karen Lang, Councilmember District 3
Jake Fitisemanu, Councilmember District 4
STAFF PRESENT:
Paul Isaac, Acting City Manager
Nichole Camac, City Recorder
Nicole Cottle, Assistant City Manager/General Counsel/ 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
Jason Erekson, Acting Parks and Recreation Director
Sam Johnson, Strategic Communications Director
Jake Arslanian, Public Works Department
OPENING CEREMONY
Tom Huynh conducted the Opening Ceremony. He shared a personal story of his family,
growing up in a refugee camp, and being adopted by a hard-working foster family. He
expressed his gratitude for his experiences and for his role as a Councilmember. Mr.
Huynh’s foster father shared an Irish Poem. He also offered a prayer.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD AUGUST 13, 2019
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The Council considered the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held August 13, 2019. There
were no changes, corrections or deletions.
Councilmember Nordfelt moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held
August 13, 2019. Councilmember Christensen seconded the motion.
A voice vote was taken and all members voted in favor of the motion.
COMMENT PERIOD
A. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Steven Dean stated that he has lived in the City since 1987 and hasn’t appreciated
the changes he has witnessed in the last few years. Mr. Dean indicated that he has
issues with his neighbor who continually blasts music and has dealings with the
Police. He indicated that he feels the neighbor antagonizes him intentionally and he
is frustrated that the City cannot keep him in jail, fine him greater, or help in a more
significant way.
Jim Vesock stated that most citizens come to Council meetings because they want
the opportunity to be heard. He indicated that they understand most issues won’t
get resolved but added that the Council can make policy decisions. Mr. Vesock
stated that there have been several citizens that have spoken out against 2 particular
Code Enforcement employees. He indicated that he has spoken to a lot of people as
a representative on the Clean and Beautiful Committee and he hands out pamphlets
and contact information to citizens. Mr. Vesock indicated that residents are scared
to speak up. He stated that residents want Code Enforcement to help their
community but aren’t getting the response they need. Mr. Vesock stated that he was
thrown out of an ACE Hearing, requested the recoding, and was frustrated to hear
that he was potentially being discussed.
Mike Markham stated that he is concerned about the new proposed apartment
complex by Costco. He stated that he doesn’t feel there is enough parking and this
is a significant issue. Mr. Markham stated code enforcement needs more bite and
indicated that the City needs to stop coddling people who cause problems.
Marlow Springer stated that he agrees that there are neighborhoods that are not
being taken care of and Code Enforcement needs to respond better to resident
concerns. He indicated that he spent many hours pushing for West Valley to
become a City and would like more support in his neighborhood.
B. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
Paul Isaac, Acting City Manager, had no comments.
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C. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
Upon inquiry, members of the City Council had no comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT REGARDING APPLICATION GPZ-3-2019,
FILED BY JESSE JENSEN, REQUESTING A GENERAL PLAN CHANGE
FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL
AND A ZONE CHANGE FROM R-1-8 (SINGLE UNIT DWELLING
RESIDENTIAL, MINIMUM LOT SIZE 8,000 SQUARE FEET) TO C-2
(GENERAL COMMERCIAL) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4612
WEST 3500 SOUTH
Mayor Bigelow informed a public hearing had been advertised for the Regular
Council Meeting scheduled August 20, 2019, in order for the City Council to hear
and consider public comments regarding application GPZ-3-2019, filed by Jesse
Jensen, requesting a General Plan Change from low density residential to general
commercial and a Zone Change from R-1-8 (Single Unit Dwelling Residential,
Minimum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet) to C-2 (General Commercial) for property
located at 4612 West 3500 South.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
The applicant is proposing to develop the property into a dermatologist
office. According to the applicant, the building would be 1 story. The
applicant has also indicated that he is willing to enter into a development
agreement to restrict more intensive commercial uses.
The Land Use Chapter of the General Plan includes five guiding
principles. The third of these principles is: “Instead of rezoning more
ground for retail, the City should encourage new retail development on
existing vacant ground zoned commercial and on aging and/or
underdeveloped retail areas.” While this application would allow more
retail, staff believes the requested General Plan/zone change is appropriate
for the reasons outlined below:
The applicant has agreed to development agreement restrictions on
intensive commercial uses.
There are commercial uses across the street on the south side of
3500 South and to the west by roughly 300’ on the north side of
3500 South.
The subject property does not meet the criteria required to rezone a
property to the RM (multiple unit dwelling residential) zone.
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The only access to the property is from 3500 South, meaning there
would be no direct traffic impacts to the neighboring residential.
Along 3500 South, property is predominantly zoned C-2 between
5000 West and the City’s eastern boundary.
Given the limited size and width of the subject property, the most
likely development under the existing zone would be a three lot
subdivision with two of the lots being flag lots.
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. 19-23, AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN TO
SHOW A CHANGE OF LAND USE FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
(3 TO 4 UNITS/ACRE) TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 4612 WEST 3500 SOUTH ON 1 ACRE
The City Council previously held a public hearing regarding proposed Ordinance
19-23 that would amend the General Plan to show a change of land use from low
density residential (3 to 4 Units/Acre) to general commercial for property located
at 4612 West 3500 South on 1 Acre.
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 19-23.
Councilmember Huynh seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 19-24, AMEND THE ZONING MAP TO
SHOW A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4612
WEST 3500 SOUTH FROM R-1-8 (SINGLE UNIT DWELLING
RESIDENTIAL, MINIMUM LOT SIZE 8,000 SQUARE FEET) TO C-2
(GENERAL COMMERCIAL)
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The City Council previously held a public hearing regarding proposed Ordinance
19-24 that would amend the zoning map to show a change of zone for property
located at 4612 West 3500 South from R-1-8 (Single Unit Dwelling Residential,
Minimum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet) to C-2 (General Commercial).
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 19-24.
Councilmember Huynh seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
ACTION: RESOLUTION NO. 19-98, AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER
INTO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH JESSE JENSEN FOR
APPROXIMATELY 1 ACRE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT
APPROXIMATELY 4612 WEST 3500 SOUTH
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-98 that would authorize the City
to enter into a Development Agreement with Jesse Jensen for approximately 1 Acre
of property located at approximately 4612 West 3500 South.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
An application (GPZ-3-2019) was submitted by Jesse Jensen on 1.0 acre
to change the zoning from R-1-8 (Single Unit Dwelling Residential,
Minimum Lot Size 8,000 SF) to C-2 (General Commercial) and to change
the General Plan from Low Density Residential (3 to 4 units/acre) to
General Commercial. The Planning Commission recommended approval
of the General Plan/zone change subject to a development agreement.
The proposed development agreement limits the allowed uses to those
allowed in the C-1 zone. The applicant requested C-2 zoning in this case
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because C-1 zoning is not an option on this parcel due to the minimum C-
1 zone district size of 2 acres.
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 19-98.
Councilmember Huynh seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
B. ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT REGARDING APPLICATION Z-1-2019 FILED
BY STONEBROOK CONSTRUCTION DEVELOPMENT REQUESTING
A ZONE CHANGE FROM A (AGRICULTURE) TO R-1-7 (SINGLE UNIT
DWELLING RESIDENTIAL, MINIMUM LOT SIZE 7,000 SQUARE
FEET) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5340 WEST 3500 SOUTH ON
1.09 ACRES
Mayor Bigelow informed a public hearing had been advertised for the Regular
Council Meeting scheduled August 20, 2019, in order for the City Council to hear
and consider public comments regarding application Z-1-2019, filed by Stonebrook
Construction Development, requesting a Zone Change from A (Agriculture) to R-1-7
(Single Unit Dwelling Residential, Minimum Lot Size 7,000 Square Feet) for
property located at 5340 West 3500 South on 1.09 Acres.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
Stonebrook Construction Development has submitted a zone change
application for a 1.09 acre parcel located at 5340 W 3500 S. The property
is currently zoned A (agriculture, minimum lot size ½ acre) with a General
Plan designation of mixed use, which at this location includes office and
high density residential. The proposed zone is R-1-7 (single unit dwelling
residential, minimum lot size 7,000 sq. ft.). The General Plan calls for a
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mix of office and high density residential.
Back in 2017 the applicant applied (Z-8-2017) to change the zoning on the
property to RM (multiple unit dwelling residential) to development the
property into townhomes. This application was denied by the City
Council.
The applicant is planning to subdivide the property into four lots, two of
which would be flag lots. The existing home would remain. The attached
concept plan and letter from the applicant provide details on the proposed
project. While all of the lots are 8,000 sq. ft. or larger, the R-1-7 zone is
requested because the two lots along 3500 S are just shy of the 80’
minimum lot width required in the R-1-8 zone.
Mayor Bigelow opened the Public Hearing.
Aaron Haaga stated that he is the developer and indicated he is here to answer
questions. Mayor Bigelow stated that he doesn’t like flag lots. Mr. Haaga stated the
proposed layout is conceptual and indicated that the actual development will likely
be a circle or a hammerhead design.
Mayor Bigelow closed the Public Hearing.
ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 19-25, AMEND THE ZONING MAP TO
SHOW A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5340
WEST 3500 SOUTH FROM A (AGRICULTURE) TO R-1-7 (SINGLE UNIT
DWELLING RESIDENTIAL, MINIMUM LOT SIZE 7,000 SQUARE FEET)
The City Council previously held a public hearing regarding proposed Ordinance
19-25 that would amend the zoning map to show a change of zone for property
located at 5340 West 3500 South from A (Agriculture) to R-1-7 (Single Unit
Dwelling Residential, Minimum Lot Size 7,000 Square Feet).
Councilmember Buhler noted that this is approval for the zone and not the plat. He
indicated that he does feel residential is appropriate in this area.
Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow there were no further questions from members of
the City Council, and he called for a motion.
Councilmember Nordfelt moved to approve Ordinance 19-25.
Councilmember Christensen seconded the motion.
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A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
ACTION: RESOLUTION NO. 19-99, AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER
INTO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH 5340 PRICETAG LLC
FOR APPROXIMATELY 1.09 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT
APPROXIMATELY 5340 WEST 3500 SOUTH
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-99 that would authorize the City
to enter into a Development Agreement with 5340 Pricetag LLC for approximately
1.09 acres of property located at approximately 5340 West 3500 South.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
Stonebrook Construction Development has submitted an application (Z-1-
2019) on 1.09 acres to change the zoning from A (agriculture, minimum
lot size ½ acre) to R-1-7 (single unit dwelling residential, minimum lot
size 7,000 sq. ft.). The Planning Commission recommended approval of
the zone change subject to a development agreement.
Below are the standards proposed in the development agreement:
1. The maximum number of homes shall be 4 including the existing
home.
2. All new homes shall meet the requirements in Part 2 of Chapter 7-
11 of the West Valley City Zoning Ordinance.
3. All lots, including the lot for the existing home, shall comply with
the landscaping standards in Sections 7-11-206 and 24-7-103 of
West Valley City’s Municipal Code.
4. The improvements outlined in Section 7-2-117 of the City’s
Zoning Ordinance shall be installed along the property’s frontage
along 3500 South.
5. The developer shall dedicate right-of-way along 3500 South in
accordance with the Major Street Plan, which shows the future
right-of-way on 3500 South at 115’.
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6. The existing home shall be improved in the following ways:
a. All windows shall be replaced with new windows.
b. The exterior of the home shall be repainted.
c. A new, attached or detached 2 car garage shall be
constructed.
Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow there were no further questions from members of
the City Council, and he called for a motion.
Councilmember Nordfelt moved to approve Resolution 19-99.
Councilmember Buhler seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
C. ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT REGARDING APPLICATION ZT-8-2019,
FILED BY WEST VALLEY CITY, REQUESTING A ZONE TEXT
CHANGE TO DEFINE BOARDING HOMES AND TO ADD
REGULATIONS FOR BOARDING HOMES AND DWELLING UNITS
Mayor Bigelow informed a public hearing had been advertised for the Regular
Council Meeting scheduled August 20, 2019, in order for the City Council to hear
and consider public comments regarding application ZT-8-2019, filed by West
Valley City, requesting a Zone Text Change to define boarding homes and to add
regulations for boarding homes and dwelling units.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
In recent years staff has seen more interest from property owners in
constructing or remodeling buildings that are called single unit dwellings
but tend to resemble boarding homes, duplexes or some other use. While it
seems clear to staff that some other use is intended, the City’s codes as they
relate to single unit dwellings aren’t, in staff’s opinion, always strong
enough to clearly distinguish between these different uses. The purpose of
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this ordinance revision is to better distinguish single unit dwellings from
other uses like boarding homes and duplexes.
Included with this report are examples of floor plans of proposed buildings
that appear to be something other than a single unit dwelling. These plans
feature one or more of the following characteristics: more than one kitchen;
bathrooms with more than one toilet and/or shower; the majority of the
space is reserved for bedrooms with little space is reserved for a living
room, family room and/or den space; and the use of two or more doors in
areas that would normally have only one door.
To explain why this is a concern for staff, one need only look to the various
zoning designations within the City to see the intent to have lower density
residential areas that are distinct from areas for higher density residential
and commercial. Allowing or ignoring uses like duplexes and boarding
homes in areas zoned for single unit dwellings can lead to lower home
ownership rates; taxed road networks, utilities and on-site parking; and fire
hazards.
Mayor Bigelow opened the Public Hearing.
Bonnie Gomez stated that allowing boarding homes in single family zones does not
create the problems that have been listed and described. She stated that many
younger people do not want the responsibility of owning a home or cannot afford
many typical living situations due to student loans or credit issues. Ms. Gomez
providing detailed statistics of living situations from past generations to today and
trends among young adults. She stated that renting a room in this type of scenario
has led her to become a homeowner today and she encouraged this type of facility
to be allowed through the City.
Mike Markham stated that his home is a single-family dwelling in a single-family
neighborhood and he bought it for this very reason. He stated that appreciates the
effort of the City to limit the ability of single-family homes being converted to
Boarding Houses. Mr. Markham stated that that parking is a significant concern
and added that infrastructure wasn’t built to maintain this type of living situation.
Jim Vesock agreed with Mr. Markham and added that the burden on the
infrastructure is a concern. He indicated that he has sympathy for Ms. Gomez’
situation but it’s important to have rules and regulations. Mr. Vesock added that
violators should have significant fines.
Mayor Bigelow closed the Public Hearing.
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ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 19-26, ENACT SECTION 7-2-126 AND
AMEND SECTION 7-1-103, 7-6-201, 7-9-104, AND 17-1-108 OF THE WEST
VALLEY CITY MUNICIPAL CODE TO AMEND REGULATIONS
GOVERNING DWELLING UNITS
The City Council previously held a public hearing regarding proposed Ordinance
19-26 that would enact section 7-2-126 and amend section 7-1-103, 7-6-201, 7-9-
104, and 17-1-108 of the West Valley City Municipal Code to amend regulations
governing dwelling units.
Councilmember Buhler stated that there is a concern regarding parking but there is
also a concern regarding the burden on infrastructure and safety. He indicated that
he appreciated Ms. Gomez’ data but homes have to be subdivided safely and to
code. He stated that the ordinance doesn’t prohibit cohabiting, renting, or co-
owning but simply regulates boarding homes to ensure they are livable and safe.
Mayor Bigelow stated that West Valley City is a leader in affordable housing and
added that there is a large number of various rental opportunities in the City as well.
He stated that safety, quality of life, and infrastructure are all important in
discussing boarding homes.
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 Ordinance 19-26.
Councilmember Buhler seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
ORDINANCE 19-27: AMEND SECTION 22-7-121 OF THE WEST VALLEY CITY
MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD 4700 SOUTH AND 3600 WEST AS HIGH VOLUME
ROADWAYS
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Ordinance 19-27 that would amend section 22-7-121
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of the West Valley City Municipal Code to add 4700 South and 3600 West as High Volume
Roadways.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as
follows:
The proposed ordinance amends Section 22-7-121 of the West Valley City
Municipal Code to designate 4700 South and 3600 West as a High Volume
Roadways. Section 22-7-121 prohibits the exchange of money or property between
individuals in motor vehicles and others on or within 10 feet of a “High Volume
Roadway”.
The City Council has previously regulated exchanges on certain high volume
roadways in an effort to avoid vehicle-pedestrian collisions. Certain additional
roadways are at higher risk of such collisions due to frequent access points,
unpredictable vehicle movements, and extremely high traffic and pedestrian levels.
This ordinance adds 4700 South and 3600 West as High Volume Roadways.
Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow there were no further questions from members of the City
Council, and he called for a motion.
Councilmember Huynh moved to approve Ordinance 19-27.
Councilmember Christensen seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
RESOLUTION 19-100: AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN WEST VALLEY CITY AND THE DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR THE RECEIPT OF CERTAIN GRANT
FUNDING
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-100 that would authorize the execution
of an Agreement between West Valley City and the Department of Environmental Quality
for the receipt of certain grant funding.
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Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as
follows:
This resolution authorizes the City to accept the terms and conditions and grant
agreement as provided by the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust and
State Department of Environmental Quality. These terms and conditions outline
the parameters that West Valley City must abide by in order to receive its grant
money, and what terms it must abide by in regards to operation of EV Stations
installed with said grant money.
In November 2017, City staff was instructed to apply for the Volkswagen
Environment Mitigation Trust Funding Assistance Grant, which would qualify the
City for installation and equipment costs associated with installing Electric Vehicle
Charging Stations. West Valley City has had its grant request approved by the
Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust and State Department of
Environmental Quality, provided it agree to the terms and conditions they have sent
to the City. These terms and conditions include that Stations must be intended for
public use, operate for a minimum of five years, and abide by other rules and
regulations put forward by the Grantees. Any changes in scope of pricing of bids
also may be negotiated with the State if unforeseen conditions arise during the
installation process.
Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow there were no further questions from members of the City
Council, and he called for a motion.
Councilmember Nordfelt moved to approve Resolution 19-100.
Councilmember Christensen seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
RESOLUTION 19-101: APPROVE A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
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THE CITY AND THE UTAH DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF 2550 SOUTH BETWEEN 5600 WEST AND
7200 WEST
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-101 that would approve a Cooperative
Agreement between the City and the Utah Department of Transportation for the design and
construction of 2550 South between 5600 West and 7200 West.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as
follows:
This agreement will transfer $500,000 from UDOT to West Valley City, for the
purpose of design and construction of highway from 2550 South 5600 West to
7200 West. These funds will be used as partial funding for the 2540 South
Roadway Extension.
Pursuant to Utah Code Section 11-58-207(1) and with money designated in the
Transportation Investment Fund, UDOT will provide funding for the design and
construction of 2550 South from 5600 West to 7200 West. Salt Lake County will
provide funds as well. This agreement is the mechanism for UDOT to pass these
funds through to the City.
As planned, these funds will be used in addition to sources already established with
Utah Department of Transportation and Salt Lake County Transportation Funds for
the 2540 South Roadway Extension Project.
Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow there were no further questions from members of the City
Council, and he called for a motion.
Councilmember Huynh moved to approve Resolution 19-101.
Councilmember Buhler seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
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CONSENT AGENDA
A. RESOLUTION 19-102: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ACCEPT A SPECIAL
WARRANTY DEED FROM THE CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF SALT LAKE
CITY REAL ESTATE CORPORATION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT
APPROXIMATELY 3580 WEST 3650 SOUTH
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-102 that would authorize the
City to accept a Special Warranty Deed from the Catholic Diocese of Salt Lake
City Real Estate Corporation for property located at approximately 3580 West 3650
South.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
The Catholic Diocese of Salt Lake City Real Estate Corporation parcel
located at 3580 West 3650 South (15-32-201-088-2000) is the site of Saints
Peter and Paul Catholic Church. The church has recently submitted an
application for approval of a parking lot expansion. During the review of
the project it was discovered that a portion of the Lancer Way (3650 South)
right-of-way had not previously been conveyed to the City. Lancer Way
(3650 South) is designated as a 66-foot wide right-of-way (33-foot half
width). Along the westerly portion of the church property only 30.45 feet
had been previously been conveyed as public right-of-way, although
improvements exist to the full width. As a condition of approval for the
parking lot expansion, conveyance of the additional 2.55 feet of right-of-
way on Lancer Way was required.
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 19-102.
Councilmember Nordfelt seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
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NEW BUSINESS
A. RESOLUTION 19-103: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT FOR DISPOSITION OF
LAND FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-103 that would authorize the City
to enter into Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for Disposition of Land for Private
Development.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
The Office Tower is nearly complete and the Developer needs to finalize
the financing for the remainder of the construction. The lender securing the
final construction financing for the Office Tower requested an amendment
to the ADL in order to allow assignments for financing purposes.
This amendment shall allow the Developer to assign certain monetary rights
under the ADL to the lender for additional loan collateral.
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 19-103.
Councilmember Christensen seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
B. RESOLUTION 19-104: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO CONSENT TO
ASSIGNMENT OF THE AGREEMENT FOR DISPOSITION OF LAND
FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-104 that would authorize the City
to Consent to Assignment of the Agreement for Disposition of Land for Private
Development.
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Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
The Office Tower is nearly complete and the Developer needs to finalize
the financing for the remainder of the construction. The lender securing
the final construction financing for the Office Tower requested that certain
Developer rights to revenue under the Agreement for Disposition of Land
for Private Development (“ADL”), by and between the City, the Agency,
and West Valley Land Holdings, LLC (“Developer”), be assigned for
loan collateral purposes.
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 19-104.
Councilmember Nordfelt seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
C. RESOLUTION 19-105: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A
FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE PARKING STRUCTURE MANAGEMENT
AND USE AGREEMENT
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-105 that would authorize the City
to enter into a First Amendment to the Parking Structure Management and Use
Agreement.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
Parking for the Office Tower is located in the Parking Structure across
Market Street. The lender securing the final construction financing for the
Office Tower requested an amendment to the Parking Structure
Management Agreement primarily to protect the Office Tower parking in
the event of bankruptcy or foreclosure. This amendment adds provisions to
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the Termination and Third Party Sale sections, as well as lengthens the
Term.
Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow there were no further questions from members of
the City Council, and he called for a motion.
Councilmember Nordfelt moved to approve Resolution 19-105.
Councilmember Christensen seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
D. RESOLUTION 19-106: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A
FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE PARKING STRUCTURE MANAGEMENT
AND USE AGREEMENT
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-106 that would approve the
License for Use of West Valley City Right-of-Way at approximately 3550 South
Market Street in West Valley City.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
The Council has previously approved a version of this Agreement.
However, the lender securing the final financing for the completion of the
Office Tower required additional provisions that materially changed the
approved version enough that it could not be executed in accordance with
the Resolution. Council approval of this revised Agreement is now
necessary.
The additional provisions extended the Term, changed the circumstances
under which termination could occur (to provide the lender with protection
in the event of bankruptcy and foreclosure), and extended the time for
required removal of the Skybridge.
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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 19-106.
Councilmember Buhler seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
E. RESOLUTION 19-107: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO APPROVE
AGREEMENT FOR THIRD-PARTY APPROVALS
Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-107 that would authorize the City
to approve Agreement for Third-Party Approvals.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
The Office Tower is nearly complete and the Developer needs to finalize
the financing for the remainder of the construction. The lender securing the
final construction financing for the Office Tower requested the City and the
Municipal Building Authority’s consent to the assignment of certain rights
under the Parking Structure Management Agreement and the Skybridge
License Agreement for protection of Office Tower parking and access in
the event of bankruptcy or foreclosure.
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 19-107.
Councilmember Huynh seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
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Mr. Buhler Yes
Mr. Huynh Yes
Mr. Christensen Yes
Mr. Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Bigelow Yes
Unanimous.
MOTION TO ADJOURN
Upon motion by Councilmember Christensen, all voted in favor to adjourn.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS OF THE WEST VALLEY COUNCIL THE
REGULAR MEETING OF TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2019 WAS ADJOURNED AT 7:50
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, August
20, 2019.
_______________________________
Nichole Camac, CMC
City Recorder
Agenda
WEST VALLEY CITY
The Regular Electronic Meeting of the West Valley City Council will be held on Tuesday,
August 20, 2019, at 6:30 PM, in the City Council Chambers, West Valley City Hall, 3600
Constitution Boulevard, West Valley City, Utah. Members of the press and public are invited to
attend.
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Opening Ceremony: Councilmember Tom Huynh
4. Special Recognitions
5. Approval of Minutes:
A. August 13, 2019
6. Comment Period:
(The comment period is limited to 30 minutes. Any person wishing to comment shall limit
their comments to five minutes. Any person wishing to comment during the comment period
shall request recognition by the Mayor. Upon recognition, the citizen shall approach the
microphone. All comments shall be directed to the Mayor. No person addressing the City
Council during the comment period shall be allowed to comment more than once during that
comment period. Speakers should not expect any debate with the Mayor, City Council or City
Staff; however, the Mayor, City Council or City Staff may respond within the 30-minute
period.)
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A. Public Comments
B. City Manager Comments
C. City Council Comments
7. Public Hearings:
A. Accept Public Input Regarding Application GPZ-3-2019, Filed by Jesse Jensen,
Requesting a General Plan Change from Low Density Residential to General
Commercial and a Zone Change from R-1-8 (Single Unit Dwelling Residential,
Minimum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet) to C-2 (General Commercial) for Property
Located at 4612 West 3500 South
Action: Consider Ordinance 19-23, Amend the General Plan to Show a Change of
Land Use from Low Density Residential (3 to 4 Units/Acre) to General Commercial
for Property Located at 4612 West 3500 South on 1 Acre
Action: Consider Ordinance 19-24, Amend the Zoning Map to Show a Change of Zone
for Property Located at 4612 West 3500 South from R-1-8 (Single Unit Dwelling
Residential, Minimum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet) to C-2 (General Commercial)
Action: Consider Resolution 19-98, Authorize the City to Enter into a Development
Agreement with Jesse Jensen for Approximately 1 Acre of Property Located at
Approximately 4612 West 3500 South
B. Accept Public Input Regarding Application Z-1-2019, Filed by Stonebrook
Construction Development, Requesting a Zone Change from A (Agriculture) to R-1-7
(Single Unit Dwelling Residential, Minimum Lot Size 7,000 Square Feet) for Property
Located at 5340 West 3500 South on 1.09 Acres
Action: Consider Ordinance 19-25, Amend the Zoning Map to Show a Change of Zone
for Property Located at 5340 West 3500 South from A (Agriculture) to R-1-7 (Single
Unit Dwelling Residential, Minimum Lot Size 7,000 Square Feet)
Action: Consider Resolution 19-99, Authorize the City to Enter into a Development
Agreement with 5340 Pricetag LLC for Approximately 1.09 Acres of Property Located
at Approximately 5340 West 3500 South
C. Accept Public Input Regarding Application ZT-8-2019, Filed by West Valley City,
Requesting a Zone Text Change to Define Boarding Homes and to Add Regulations
for Boarding Homes and Dwelling Units
Action: Consider Ordinance 19-26, Enact Section 7-2-126 and Amend Section 7-1-
103, 7-6-201, 7-9-104, and 17-1-108 of the West Valley City Municipal Code to
Amend Regulations Governing Dwelling Units
8. Ordinances:
A. 19-27: Amend Section 22-7-121 of the West Valley City Municipal Code to Add 4700
South and 3600 West as High Volume Roadways
9. Resolutions:
A. 19-100: Authorize the Execution of an Agreement Between West Valley City and the
Department of Environmental Quality for the Receipt of Certain Grant Funding
B. 19-101: Approve a Cooperative Agreement Between the City and the Utah Department
of Transportation for the Design and Construction of 2550 South Between 5600 West
and 7200 West
10. Consent Agenda:
A. Reso. 19-102: Authorize the City to Accept a Special Warranty Deed from the Catholic
Diocese of Salt Lake City Real Estate Corporation for Property Located at
Approximately 3580 West 3650 South
11. New Business:
A. Reso. 19-103: Authorize the City to Enter into Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for
Disposition of Land for Private Development
B. Reso. 19-104: Authorize the City to Consent to Assignment of the Agreement for
Disposition of Land for Private Development
C. Reso. 19-105: Authorize the City to Enter Into a First Amendment to the Parking
Structure Management and Use Agreement
D. Reso. 19-106: Approve the License for Use of West Valley City Right-of-Way at
Approximately 3550 South Market Street in West Valley City
E. Reso. 19-107: Authorize the City to Approve Agreement for Third-Party Approvals
12. Motion for Closed Session (if necessary)
13. Adjourn
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