City Council Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingWest Valley City, UT · October 11, 2022
Minutes
MINUTES OF COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 11, 2022
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THE WEST VALLEY CITY COUNCIL MET IN REGULAR ELECTRONIC SESSION ON
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 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 FOLLOWING MEMBERS WERE PRESENT:
Karen Lang, Mayor
Lars Nordfelt, Councilmember At-Large
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 (electronically)
STAFF PRESENT ELECTRONICALLY:
Wayne T Pyle, City Manager
Nichole Camac, City Recorder
Nicole Cottle, Assistant City Manager/ General Counsel
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 (electronically)
Jamie Young, Acting Parks and Recreation Director (electronically)
Sam Johnson, Strategic Communications Director
Ken Cushing, IT (electronically)
OPENING CEREMONY- COUNCILMEMBER HUYNH
Councilmember Huynh asked members of the Council, staff, and audience to rise and recite
the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD OCTOBER 4, 2022
The Council considered the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held October 4, 2022. There
were no changes, corrections or deletions.
Councilmember Harmon moved to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held
October 4, 2022. Councilmember Huynh seconded the motion.
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A voice vote was taken and all members voted in favor of the motion.
COMMENT PERIOD
A. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Dean Norman stated speeding on Parkway Blvd is a significant problem. He
indicated that a dog was hit and injured this past week and he has experienced safety
concerns to his family as well. Mr. Norman stated that he should not be able to feel
the sound in his home from neighbors and indicated that noise ordinances need to
be enforced in a better and more effective way.
Cheryl Soderberg stated that she would like to see a bike lane on 3100 South. She
indicated that there are a lot of areas in West Valley City without sidewalks.
Jim Vesock stated that he attended a Paw Patrol event. He indicated he also agrees
that speeding on Parkway Blvd is a concern that needs to be addressed.
Myles Wynn stated that he agreed with speeding issues in the city. He indicated he
spoke with Dan Johnson following the meeting and was appreciative of the
information he was provided.
B. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
Wayne Pyle, City Manager, stated that the Police Department has a new outreach
event called Faith and Blue. He indicated that the City provided training to Salt
Lake County Graffiti Services.
C. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
Upon inquiry, members of the City Council had no comments.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT REGARDING APPLICATION Z-9-2022, FILED
BY SHANE KEYVANI, REQUESTING A ZONE CHANGE FROM A
(AGRICULTURE, MINIMUM LOT SIZE 1/2 ACRE) TO RE
(RESIDENTIAL ESTATE) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3940 SOUTH
5200 WEST
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Mayor Lang informed a public hearing had been advertised for the Regular Council
Meeting scheduled October 11, 2022, in order for the City Council to hear and
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consider public comments regarding application Z-9-2022, Filed by Shane Keyvani,
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Requesting a Zone Change from A (Agriculture, Minimum Lot Size 1/2 Acre) to RE
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(Residential Estate) for Property Located at 3940 South 5200 West.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
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information as follows:
The applicant has submitted a concept plan that shows the subject property
being subdivided into 25 lots yielding a density of 2.4 units/acre. The
applicant also submitted a letter supporting this application that is included
with this issue paper. The concept plan includes 2 lots that do not meet the
minimum lot width for the RE zone of 100’.
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A development agreement is required for this project as outlined in City
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Code (Section 7-11-213). Accordingly, the applicant made several
development agreement proposals as part of his application. The latest two
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proposals are included with this issue paper and summarized in the attached
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PowerPoint presentation.
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After reviewing the different development agreement proposals made by
the applicant, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the zone
change subject to a development agreement that includes the City’s
previous housing standards, which include standards that are higher than
some of the standards proposed by the applicant. Staff then prepared the
development agreement based on the Planning Commission’s
recommendation. The applicant declined to sign the development
agreement stating that: “It would simply not be economically feasible for
anyone to build the project with the terms required by the agreement.”
Mayor Lang opened the Public Hearing. There being no one to speak in favor or
opposition, Mayor Lang closed the Public Hearing.
ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 22-37, AMEND THE ZONING MAP TO
SHOW A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3940
SOUTH 5200 WEST FROM A (AGRICULTURE, MINIMUM LOT SIZE 1/2
ACRE) TO RE (RESIDENTIAL ESTATE)
The City Council previously held a public hearing regarding proposed Ordinance
22-37 that would amend the Zoning Map to Show a Change of Zone for Property
Located at 3940 South 5200 West from A (Agriculture, Minimum Lot Size 1/2 Acre)
to RE (Residential Estate).
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Upon inquiry by Mayor Lang there were no further questions from members of the
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City Council, and she called for a motion.
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Councilmember XX moved to approve Ordinance 22-34.
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Councilmember XX seconded the motion.
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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
Unanimous.
ACTION: RESOLUTION NO. 22-143, AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER
INTO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
Wayne Pyle, City Manager, discussed proposed Resolution 22-143 that would
authorize the City to Enter into a Development Agreement
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included
information as follows:
Wayne Pyle stated that the Development Agreement is to be determined
based on the direction of the Council. He indicated that the Planning
Commission recommended one and the applicant has requested two
alternatives. The decision must be made by the City Council if approval for
the application is given.
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Upon inquiry by Mayor Lang there were no further questions from members of the
City Council, and she called for a motion.
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Councilmember XX moved to approve Resolution 22-143.
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Councilmember XX 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
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Unanimous.
RESOLUTION 22-150: AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF AN INTERLOCAL
COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH SALT LAKE COUNTY FOR A PUBLIC
INFORMATION CAMPAIGN REQUIRED BY THE UTAH POLLUTANT
DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM PERMIT
Wayne Pyle, City Manager, discussed proposed Resolution 22-150 that would authorize
the Execution of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Salt Lake County for a Public
Information Campaign Required by the Utah Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit.
Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as
follows:
West Valley City has been a long-standing participant in the Salt Lake County
Storm Water Coalition, which was created to implement a public education and
outreach campaign to raise awareness of the importance of keeping storm water
clean before entering water bodies. Participation in the Coalition is a critical part
of the City’s Storm Water Management Plan to remain compliant with the Storm
Water Permit with the State of Utah.
This agreement provides for continued City participation as a member of the Salt
Lake County Storm Water Coalition through 2028. The cost to the participating
cities is based on population at a cost of $0.15 per resident making West Valley
City’s share $21,326 annually (140,230 residents). All costs associated with this
agreement have been included in the Storm Water Utility budget.
The Coalition will continue to market the “We All Live Downstream” slogan and
Droplet branding to increase the public’s knowledge of stormwater pollution.
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 22-150
Councilmember Christensen seconded the motion.
A roll call vote was taken:
Councilman Fitisemanu Yes
Councilman Whetstone Yes
Councilman Harmon Yes
Councilman Huynh Yes
Councilman Christensen Yes
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Councilman Nordfelt Yes
Mayor Lang Yes
Unanimous.
MOTION TO ADJOURN
Upon motion by Councilmember Huynh all voted in favor to adjourn.
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS OF THE WEST VALLEY COUNCIL THE
REGULAR MEETING OF TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2022 WAS ADJOURNED AT
6:41 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,
October 11, 2022.
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Nichole Camac, CMC
City Recorder
Agenda
WEST VALLEY CITY
The Regular Electronic Meeting of the West Valley City Council will be held on Tuesday,
October 11, 2022, 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 in person or view this meeting live on YouTube at
https://www.youtube.com/user/WVCTV.
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Opening Ceremony: Councilmember Tom Huynh
4. Special Recognitions
5. Approval of Minutes:
A. October 4, 2022
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.)
West Valley City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
If you are planning to attend this public meeting and, due to a disability, need assistance in understanding or participating in the meeting, please notify the City eight or
more hours in advance of the meeting and we will try to provide whatever assistance may be required. The person to contact for assistance is Nichole Camac.
Electronic connection may be made by telephonic or other means. In the event of an electronic meeting, the anchor location is designated as City Council Chambers,
West Valley City Hall, 3600 Constitution Boulevard, West Valley City, Utah.
3600 South Constitution Boulevard, West Valley City, Utah, 84119 | Phone: 801-963-3203 | Fax: 801-963-3206
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A. Public Comments
B. City Manager Comments
C. City Council Comments
7. Public Hearings:
A. ** APPLICANT HAS WITHDRAWN THIS APPLICATION **
Accept Public Input Regarding Application Z-9-2022, Filed by Shane Keyvani,
Requesting a Zone Change from A (Agriculture, Minimum Lot Size 1/2 Acre) to RE
(Residential Estate) for Property Located at 3940 South 5200 West
Action: Consider Ordinance 22-37, Amend the Zoning Map to Show a Change of Zone
for Property Located at 3940 South 5200 West from A (Agriculture, Minimum Lot
Size 1/2 Acre) to RE (Residential Estate)- WITHDRAWN
Action: Consider Resolution 22-143, Development Agreement- WITHDRAWN
8. Resolutions:
A. 22-150: Authorize the Execution of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Salt
Lake County for a Public Information Campaign Required by the Utah Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System Permit
9. Motion for Closed Session (if necessary)
10. Adjourn
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