City Council Regular Meeting

MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 28 2022 -1- THE WEST VALLEY CITY COUNCIL MET IN REGULAR ELECTRONIC SESSION ON TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2022, 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 LANG. THE MEETING WAS ALSO HELD ELECTRONICALLY VIA ZOOM. THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS WERE PRESENT: Karen Lang, Mayor Lars Nordfelt, Councilmember At-Large (electronically) Don Christensen, Councilmember At-Large Tom Huynh, Councilmember District 1 Scott Harmon, Councilmember District 2 William Whetstone, Councilmember District 3 Jake Fitisemanu, Councilmember District 4 STAFF PRESENT ELECTRONICALLY: Wayne Pyle, City Manager Nichole Camac, City Recorder Eric Bunderson, City Attorney Colleen Jacobs, Police Chief (electronically) John Evans, Fire Chief Jim Welch, Finance Director (electronically) Steve Pastorik, CED Director Layne Morris, CPD Director Dan Johnson, Public Works Director Jason Erekson, Acting Parks and Recreation Director (electronically) John Flores, HR Director (electronically) Sam Johnson, Strategic Communications Ken Cushing, IT (electronically) OPENING CEREMONY- COUNCILMEMBER SCOTT HARMON Councilmember Scott Harmon asked members of the Council, staff, and audience to rise and recite the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD JUNE 21, 2022 The Council considered the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held June 21, 2022. There were no changes, corrections or deletions.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 28 2022 -2- Councilmember Fitisemanu moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held June 21, 2022. Councilmember Christensen seconded the motion. A voice vote was taken and all members voted in favor of the motion. COMMENT PERIOD A. PUBLIC COMMENTS Jim Vesock stated that he is concerned about semis being parked in yards and along streets. Mr. Vesock stated that people on social media are commenting that they are getting tickets for yellow yards. Mr. Vesock stated that he has seen a car parking on property with weeds near Ascent Academy. He indicated that government should be open and anything talked about in Council should be available for residents to view. B. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS Wayne Pyle, City Manager, had no comments. C. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Upon inquiry, members of the City Council had no comments. RESOLUTION 22-103: APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE COLLECTION, DISPOSAL, AND CURBSIDE RECYCLING SERVICE BETWEEN WEST VALLEY CITY AND ACE DISPOSAL INC. Wayne Pyle presented proposed Resolution 22-103 that would approve Amendment No. 2 to the Residential Solid Waste Collection, Disposal, and Curbside Recycling Service Between West Valley City and Ace Disposal Inc. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The City’s current agreement with Ace Disposal includes an automatic price increase of 2.5% per year for residential solid waste collection, recycling, bulky waste collection and the Neighborhood Dumpster Program to cover the increasing cost of doing business. This past year has been fraught with inflation throughout multiple sectors in the economy, with the United States Consumer Price Index up by over 8% from last year. Ace has reported operating costs increasing nearly 10%. Ace has made a request to the City for a price increase of an additional 2.5% to cover some of their costs. It is estimated that this increase will cost the City approximately an additional $76,000. The Sanitation Fund is currently operating in a deficit (annual expenditures exceed annual revenue), which is depleting the fund balance. These additional costs can  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 28 2022 -3- be absorbed for a limited time by the Sanitation Fund balance. A fee increase, or a service reduction will need to be implemented within the next year or two. Upon inquiry by Mayor Lang there were no further questions from members of the City Council, and she called for a motion. Councilmember Harmon moved to approve Resolution 22-103. Councilmember Huynh seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: Councilman Fitisemanu Yes Councilman Whetstone Yes Councilman Harmon Yes Councilman Huynh Yes Councilman Christensen Yes Councilman Nordfelt Yes Mayor Lang Yes Unanimous. RESOLUTION 22-104: APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF GARBAGE CANS FROM WASTEQUIP Wayne Pyle presented proposed Resolution 22-104 that would approve the Purchase of Garbage Cans from Wastequip. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Sanitation Division regularly purchases new garbage cans to satisfy demand from customers for new cans, additional can requests and the replacement of damaged cans. The pricing is based upon a bid awarded to other governmental entities and the containers are procured through OMNIA Partners a national purchasing organization. The bids obtained through this organization enable the city to benefit from very competitively priced bids from another government agency, satisfying the city’s procurement requirements. This resolution authorizes the purchase of 1,908 garbage containers. Due to expected long delivery periods there are two versions of the garbage cans being ordered. The Sanitation Division normally purchases cans in smaller numbers at  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 28 2022 -4- various times during the year. Due to anticipated price increases more cans are being purchased earlier at the current price levels. Upon inquiry by Mayor Lang there were no further questions from members of the City Council, and she called for a motion. Councilmember Huynh moved to approve Resolution 22-104. Councilmember Christensen seconded the motion. Councilmember Harmon asked how often this is done and if the cost is recouped. Dan replied this is yearly for new customers, damaged cans, etc. Dan stated that this is an ongoing cost that is budgeted each year. A roll call vote was taken: Councilman Fitisemanu Yes Councilman Whetstone Yes Councilman Harmon Yes Councilman Huynh Yes Councilman Christensen Yes Councilman Nordfelt Yes Mayor Lang Yes Unanimous. CONSENT AGENDA A. RESOLUTION 22-105: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ABANDON A PORTION OF A STORM DRAIN EASEMENT LOCATED AT 5468 SOUTH 5600 WEST Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-105 that would authorize the City to Abandon a Portion of a Storm Drain Easement Located at 5468 South 5600 West. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: In 1986 a storm drain easement was recorded in favor of Salt Lake County across property located south of 5400 South on the west side of 5600 West. As there are no existing storm drain facilities located on property within this specific easement, the property owner has requested this easement be abandoned by West Valley City.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 28 2022 -5- Carpe Diem Auctum LLC is the owner of property located at 5468 South 5600 West, parcel 20-14-231-024 and the site of the proposed Carpe Diem Auctum Subdivision. The above referenced storm drain easement was recorded in favor of Salt Lake County prior to the Smith’s Annexation in 1995 by West Valley City. After the annexation of property West Valley City became the successor in interest to Salt Lake County. As the easement is no longer necessary, an Abandonment of a Portion of a Storm Drain Easement document has been prepared for approval by the West Valley City Council and execution by the mayor. There is another 15-foot wide storm drain easement which runs slightly east and parallel with the easement being abandoned. That easement will remain. B. RESOLUTION 22-106: RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S REAPPOINTMENT OF HAROLD WOODRUFF TO THE WEST VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION FOR A TERM COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 AND ENDING JULY 1, 2026 Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-106 that would ratify the City Manager's Reappointment of Harold Woodruff to the West Valley Planning Commission for a Term Commencing July 1, 2022 and Ending July 1, 2026 Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Planning Commission is composed of seven members and one alternate member appointed and reappointed by the City Manager with the advice and consent of the City Council. Harold Woodruff has been recommended for reappointment as a member of the Planning Commission. He has been serving as a member of the Planning Commission since February 18, 1988. Harold Woodruff’s term will run from July 1, 2022 to July 1, 2026. Harold Woodruff’s viewpoints as an architect add much insight into various issues that are addressed. C. RESOLUTION 22-107: RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S REAPPOINTMENT OF MARTELL WINTERS TO THE WEST VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION FOR A TERM COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 AND ENDING JULY 1, 2026 Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-107 that would ratify the City Manager's Reappointment of Martell Winters to the West Valley Planning Commission for a Term Commencing July 1, 2022 and Ending July 1, 2026  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 28 2022 -6- Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Planning Commission is composed of seven members and one alternate member appointed and reappointed by the City Manager with the advice and consent of the City Council. Martell Winters has been recommended for reappointment as a member of the Planning Commission. He has been serving as a member of the Planning Commission since January 12, 2016. Martell Winter’s term will run from July 1, 2022 to July 1, 2026. Martell Winters has been a resident of West Valley City for 24 years. He currently works as a senior scientist for Nelson Laboratories. We believe Martell Winters will continue to be a valuable asset to the City in serving on the Planning Commission. D. RESOLUTION 22-108: RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S REAPPOINTMENT OF NECIA CHRISTENSEN AS A MEMBER OF THE WEST VALLEY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT FOR A TERM FROM JULY 1, 2022 TO JULY 1, 2027 Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-108 that would ratify the City Manager's Reappointment of Necia Christensen as a Member of the West Valley Board of Adjustment for a Term from July 1, 2022 to July 1, 2027 Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Board of Adjustment is composed of five members and alternate member appointed and reappointed by the City Manager with the advice and consent of the City Council. Any Board of Adjustment member or alternate member may be reappointed for an additional term. Necia Christensen has been serving on the Board of Adjustment since December 3, 1998. Necia Christensen has expressed an interest to continue serving on the Board of Adjustment. Necia Christensen’s reappointed term will run from July 1, 2022 to July 1, 2027. E. RESOLUTION 22-109: RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S REAPPOINTMENT OF ABIGAIL DIZON-MAUGHAN AS CHAIR OF THE PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS REVIEW BOARD FOR A TERM  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 28 2022 -7- COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2024 Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-109 that would ratify the City Manager's Reappointment of Abigail Dizon-Maughan as Chair of the Professional Standards Review Board for a Term Commencing July 1, 2022 and Ending June 30, 2024. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: This resolution re-appoints Abigail Dizon-Maughan as Chair of the Professional Standards Review Board for a term commencing on July 1, 2022 and ending on June 30, 2024. The Professional Standards Review Board reviews all allegations of police misconduct from a citizen’s perspective and makes various recommendations to the Police Chief regarding these incidents. F. RESOLUTION 22-110: RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S REAPPOINTMENT OF MATT MACPHERSON TO THE PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS REVIEW BOARD FOR A TERM COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2024 Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-110 that would ratify the City Manager's Reappointment of Matt MacPherson to the Professional Standards Review Board for a Term Commencing July 1, 2022 and Ending June 30, 2024. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: This resolution re-appoints Matt MacPherson as a member of the Professional Standards Review Board for a two-year term commencing on July 1, 2022 and ending on June 30, 2024. The Professional Standards Review Board reviews all allegations of police misconduct from a citizen’s perspective and makes various recommendations to the Police Chief regarding these incidents. G. RESOLUTION 22-111: RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S REAPPOINTMENT OF JIM VESOCK AS CHAIR OF THE WEST VALLEY CITY CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL COMMITTEE FOR A TERM COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2023 Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-111 that would ratify the City  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 28 2022 -8- Manager's Reappointment of Jim Vesock as Chair of the West Valley City Clean and Beautiful Committee for a Term Commencing July 1, 2022 and Ending June 30, 2023 Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Chair of the West Valley City Clean and Beautiful Committee serves for a term of one year. Jim’s term will commence July 1, 2022 and end June 30, 2023. H. RESOLUTION 22-112: RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S REAPPOINTMENT OF JIM VESOCK AS CHAIR OF THE WEST VALLEY CITY CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL COMMITTEE FOR A TERM COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2023 Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-111 that would ratify the City Manager's Reappointment of Jim Vesock as Chair of the West Valley City Clean and Beautiful Committee for a Term Commencing July 1, 2022 and Ending June 30, 2023 Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: Members of the West Valley City Clean and Beautiful Committee are appointed for a four year term by the City Manager with the advice and consent of the City Council. I. RESOLUTION 22-113: RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S REAPPOINTMENT OF CRAIG THOMAS AS A MEMBER OF THE WEST VALLEY CITY CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL COMMITTEE FOR A TERM COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2026 Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-113 that would ratify the City Manager's Reappointment of Craig Thomas as a Member of the West Valley City Clean and Beautiful Committee for a Term Commencing July 1, 2022 and Ending June 30, 2026. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: Members of the West Valley City Clean and Beautiful Committee are appointed for a four year term by the City Manager with the advice and consent of the City Council.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 28 2022 -9- J. RESOLUTION 22-114: RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S APPOINTMENT OF ALEXANDRA HILSE AS A MEMBER OF THE WEST VALLEY CITY CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL COMMITTEE FOR A TERM COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2026 Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-114 that would ratify the City Manager's Reappointment of Alexandra Hilse as a Member of the West Valley City Clean and Beautiful Committee for a Term Commencing July 1, 2022 and Ending June 30, 2026. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: Members of the West Valley City Clean and Beautiful Committee are appointed for a four year term by the City Manager with the advice and consent of the City Council. K. RESOLUTION 22-115: RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S APPOINTMENT OF LISA RENE JONES AS A MEMBER OF THE WEST VALLEY CITY CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL COMMITTEE FOR A TERM COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2026 Wayne Pyle discussed proposed Resolution 22-114 that would ratify the City Manager's Reappointment of Lisa Rene Jones as a Member of the West Valley City Clean and Beautiful Committee for a Term Commencing July 1, 2022 and Ending June 30, 2026. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: Members of the West Valley City Clean and Beautiful Committee are appointed for a four year term by the City Manager with the advice and consent of the City Council. Upon inquiry by Mayor Lang there were no further questions from members of the City Council, and she called for a motion. Councilmember Harmon moved to approve all items on the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Fitisemanu seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken: Councilman Fitisemanu Yes  MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 28 2022 -10- Councilman Whetstone Yes Councilman Harmon Yes Councilman Huynh Yes Councilman Christensen Yes Councilman Nordfelt Yes Mayor Lang Yes Unanimous. MOTION TO ADJOURN Upon motion by Councilmember Fitisemanu all voted in favor to adjourn. THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS OF THE WEST VALLEY COUNCIL THE REGULAR MEETING OF TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2022 WAS ADJOURNED AT 6:42 P.M. BY MAYOR LANG. 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, June 28, 2022. _______________________________ Nichole Camac, CMC City Recorder