City Council Study Meeting

MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -1- THE WEST VALLEY CITY COUNCIL MET IN STUDY SESSION ON TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2018, AT 4:30 P.M. AT WEST VALLEY CITY HALL, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM, 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 Pyle, City Manager Nichole Camac, City Recorder Paul Isaac, Assistant City Manager/HR Director Nicole Cottle, Assistant City Manager/General Counsel/ CED Director Eric Bunderson, City Attorney Colleen Jacobs, Police Chief John Evans, Fire Chief Jim Welch, Finance Director Layne Morris, CPD Director Russ Willardson, Public Works Director Nancy Day, Parks and Recreation Director Sam Johnson, Strategic Communications Director Jake Arslanian, Public Works Department DeAnn Varney, Administration Steve Pastorik, CED Steve Lehman, CED Brock Anderson, CED APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF STUDY MEETING HELD JULY 3, 2018 The Council considered the Minutes of the Study Meeting held July 3, 2018. There were no changes, corrections or deletions.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -2- Councilmember Buhler moved to approve the Minutes of the Study Meeting held July 3, 2018. Councilmember Lang seconded the motion. A voice vote was taken and all members voted in favor of the motion. REVIEW AGENDA FOR REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 10, 2018 Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow, members of the Council had no further questions or concerns regarding items listed on the Agenda for the Regular City Council Meeting scheduled later this night. Mayor Bigelow indicated that Ordinance 18-27 was removed from the agenda to allow staff time to research adding 4000 West to the proposal as requested by City Council. Eric Bunderson, City Attorney, stated that a study has been conducted and the Ordinance can be placed on the Study Meeting agenda as soon as next week. AWARDS, CEREMONIES AND PROCLAMATIONS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 17, 2018 A. A PROCLAMATION DECLARING AUGUST AS “NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHTS” MONTH AND AUGUST 7, 2018 AS “NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2018” IN WEST VALLEY CITY Mayor Bigelow offered to read the Proclamation declaring August as “Neighborhood Nights” month and August 7, 2018 as “National Night Out 2018” in West Valley City at the July 17, 2018 City Council Regular Meeting scheduled at 6:30 PM. PUBLIC MEETINGS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 17, 2018 A. ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT REGARDING APPLICATION GP-1-2018, FILED BY WEST VALLEY CITY, REQUESTING A GENERAL PLAN CHANGE TO REMOVE CORPORATE PARK DRIVE FROM THE GENERAL PLAN MAP AND MAJOR STREET PLAN BETWEEN LAKE PARK BOULEVARD AND 2400 SOUTH Mayor Bigelow informed a public hearing had been advertised for the Regular Council Meeting scheduled July 17, 2018, in order for the City Council to hear and consider public comments regarding application GP-1-2018, filed by West Valley City, requesting a General Plan Change to remove Corporate Park Drive from the General Plan Map and Major Street Plan between Lake Park Boulevard and 2400 South. Proposed Ordinance 18-29 related to the proposal to be considered by the City Council subsequent to the public hearing, were discussed as follows: MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -3- ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 18-29, AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN TO REFLECT THE MAJOR STREET PLAN AND GENERAL PLAN MAP REVISION LISTED Steve Pastorik, CED, discussed proposed Ordinance 18-29 that would amend the General Plan to reflect the Major Street Plan and General Plan Map revision listed. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: West Valley City Planning staff is requesting a change to the General Plan to remove Corporate Park Drive between Lake Park Blvd. and 2400 South from the General Plan Map and Major Street Plan. This planned road segment runs through vacant property owned by Suburban Land Reserve (SLR) and crosses the Riter Canal. The southern portion of the property is designated as Large Lot Residential (2 to 3 units/acre) in the General Plan and is zoned A-2 (agriculture, minimum lot size 2 acres). The northern portion of the property is designated as Light Manufacturing in the General Plan and is zoned M (manufacturing). Given the proximity to the Stonebridge Golf Course, Highbury amenities and services, and canal buffer, the southern portion of the affected property has the potential to be developed as a higher end residential subdivision. There is already interest in developing the northern portion of the affected property as light industrial. If Corporate Park Drive was developed as currently planned it would, in staff’s view, detract from the quality residential environment possible on the southern portion of the affected property by introducing truck traffic. About ½ mile to the west, 5370 West connects Lake Park Blvd. with 2400 South. In this area, light industrial is on the north side of the canal and commercial is on the south side of the canal. Truck traffic to and from the northern portion of the SLR property will still be able to access Bangerter Highway, 5600 West and SR-201 via 2400 South. Mayor Bigelow clarified where potential streets could exist. He also clarified property lines depicted in the aerial photograph. The City Council will consider Ordinance 18-29 at the Regular Council Meeting  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -4- scheduled July 17, 2018, at 6:30 P.M. B. ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT REGARDING APPLICATION S-8-2018, FILED BY DREW MENLOVE, REQUESTING FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR THE BUSINESS VILLAGE CONDOMINIUMS-AMENDED LOCATED AT 2722 SOUTH REDWOOD ROAD Mayor Bigelow informed a public hearing had been advertised for the Regular Council Meeting scheduled July 17, 2018, in order for the City Council to hear and consider public comments regarding application S-8-2018, filed by Drew Menlove, requesting Final Plat Approval for the Business Village Condominiums-Amended located at 2722 South Redwood Road. Proposed Ordinance 18-30 related to the proposal to be considered by the City Council subsequent to the public hearing, were discussed as follows: ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 18-30, APPROVE THE AMENDMENT OF BUILDINGS B, C, AND D OF THE BUSINESS VILLAGE CONDOMINIUMS Steve Lehman, CED, discussed proposed Ordinance 18-30 that would approve the amendment of buildings B, C, and D of the Business Village Condominiums. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The original condominium plat was approved by the City in 1998. The subdivision consisted of 6 pad sites on 2.4 acres of property. To date, 3 of the 6 buildings have been constructed. Due to a lack of interest in these remaining pad sites, the applicant has submitted an application to vacate the unused pad sites and re-plat the area with one larger pad site. The intended use for the new building will be inside storage for larger recreational vehicles. If the amended plat is approved, the applicant will be required to submit a permitted use application for the modified site. Building requirements, parking and landscaping will be evaluated as part of that process. Staff did receive one call from the adjacent land owner to the west. Concerns were expressed about the potential land use. Staff explained that this application is not a site plan review, and that concerns related to the building, parking, etc., would be handled by a separate permitted use application.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -5- This application will modify the recorded plat by eliminating 3 pad sites and will create one new larger pad site. Councilmember Lang asked if the new proposed building would have the same square footage. Steve replied the overall square footage would be larger. He indicated that the proposal is for storage units that will house large boats and RV’s. Councilmember Lang asked if the proposed building will be single story. Steve replied yes. Councilmember Buhler indicated that the Council is only looking at the plat and not the use. Councilmember Lang asked how parking would be impacted if the use changes. Steve replied that parking is regulated by land use. He added that after final plat approval, a permitted use must be approved at an administrative level. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked what other uses exist on the property. Steve replied that there are businesses. Councilmember Lang stated that she feels this will be a good, successful use. Councilmember Buhler agreed and added that it is needed in the City. Mayor Bigelow indicated that this space would be empty if the use wasn’t being proposed. Councilmember Lang stated that the doors will need to be located with sufficient maneuverability to allow RV’s and boats the ability to park in the building. The Council discussed the proposed lot and the ability for large boats or RV’s to access the units. The City Council will consider Ordinance 18-30 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled July 17, 2018, at 6:30 P.M. C. ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT REGARDING THE WEST VALLEY CITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND BUDGET PROPOSAL ON RECOMMENDED PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019 Mayor Bigelow informed a public hearing had been advertised for the Regular Council Meeting scheduled July 17, 2018, in order for the City Council to hear and consider public comments regarding the West Valley City Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan and Budget Proposal on Recommended Projects for Fiscal Year 2018-2019. Proposed Resolution 18-120 related to the proposal to be considered by the City Council subsequent to the public hearing, were discussed as follows: ACTION: RESOLUTION NO. 18-120, APPROVE THE WEST VALLEY CITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) BUDGET PROPOSAL ON RECOMMENDED PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019 MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -6- Layne Morris, CPD Director, discussed proposed Resolution 18-120 that would approve the West Valley City Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Budget Proposal on Recommended Projects for Fiscal Year 2018-2019. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: Each year West Valley City receives grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through the CDBG program. Before HUD will approve any CDBG expenditures we must have an approved Annual Action Plan describing our goals for the programs and a budget listing the projects we intend to fund with CDBG for the 2018-2019 fiscal year. We have created an Annual Action Plan and budget proposal that meets the goals and federal guidelines of these funds. The City has made its Annual Action Plan and budget proposal available for public review and a public hearing was held on July 17, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the West Valley City Council Chambers, to allow for public comment. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Salt Lake County HOME programs fund West Valley City with annual amounts to run programs pertaining to Low-Moderate income individuals and families. Estimated CDBG Program Income (PI) generated from the CDBG Home Rehabilitation Program paybacks, will be approximately $25,000. PI offsets the funds allocated to West Valley City CDBG program from HUD and must be reinvested into the CDBG program’s eligible projects. The Public Service projects and the Administration costs are capped by HUD, with no more than 15% of the total allocation going to Public Services projects and no more than 20% going toward Administration and operating expenses. West Valley City has a CDBG Committee in place, which currently has 7 members consisting of both knowledgeable staff and West Valley City residents, as directed by HUD. The Committee goes through an extensive process and each member dedicated over 10 hours to hearing individual agencies present their projects/programs, interviewing the agencies, reviewing applications and meeting to discuss funding requests. These recommendations presented to City Council are those that, by vote of the CDBG Committee members, ranked highest and that the Committee members feel will be most impactful to residents, making the best use of funds received, staying in line with both the City’s 5-year Consolidated Plan goals and HUD’s direction.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -7- Councilmember Huynh stated that he is concerned about the Asian Association and requested that staff look into the organization. Mayor Bigelow stated that he doesn’t recall funding this organization before. Layne replied that the City has before but the organization has been in flux. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked if funding is provided only to those that apply. Layne replied that the City provides a plan and applicants demonstrate how their proposals meet that plan. Mayor Bigelow asked why the South Valley Sanctuary did not meet the plan. Layne replied they were deemed ineligible because they did not meet HUD requirements. Per Mayor Bigelow’s inquiries, Layne explained how scoring is conducted. Councilmember Lang asked how funding is returned and how money is appropriated if it isn’t spent. Layne detailed this process and explained various potential scenarios. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked how staff manages the accounts. Layne replied that Heather Royall does this with the help of other City Departments. He indicated it’s time consuming and a lot of work and added that Heather could likely use additional help. Upon inquiry by Councilmember Huynh, Layne explained how auditing of the program works. Layne discussed organizations, organization directors, and coordination with other jurisdictions. Mayor Bigelow asked if there is any conflict with Redwood’s after school program and CEP. Layne replied there is no conflict and added that CEP has not applied for funds in many years. Mayor Bigelow asked about specific organizations and Layne explained their function. The City Council will consider Resolution 18-120 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled July 17, 2018, at 6:30 P.M. CONSENT AGENDA SCHEDULED FOR JULY 17, 2018 A. RESOLUTION 18-121: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A RIGHT-OF-WAY CONTRACT WITH SHARON MOORE AND TO ACCEPT A WARRANTY DEED FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4129 WEST 4100 SOUTH (21-06-228-019) Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 18-121 that would authorize the City to enter into a Right-of-Way Contract with Sharon Moore and to accept a Warranty Deed for property located at 4129 West 4100 South (21-06-228-019). Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Sharon Moore parcel located at 4129 West 4100 South is one of several parcels affected by this project and which include fee acquisitions for the 4100 South Improvements Project; Bangerter Highway to 5460 West. This project will reconstruct the pavement and curb and gutter to improve safety and ride quality of 4100 South. Compensation for the purchase of the  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -8- Warranty Deed and improvements is $2,100.00 based upon the compensation estimate prepared by Horrocks Engineers. The project is being funded under the Surface Transportation Program (STP) with federal funds. West Valley City executed the Federal Aid Agreement between UDOT and Federal Highways. The city is responsible 6.77% of all project costs, including right of way. The city’s portion of the matching funds on the project will be paid to UDOT. The total value for the Warranty Deed is $2,100.00, making the West Valley City share of the easement $142.17. B. RESOLUTION 18-122: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A RIGHT-OF-WAY CONTRACT WITH DARRYL G. MOODY AND TO ACCEPT A WARRANTY DEED, PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT, AND A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4080 SOUTH 4150 WEST (15-31-478-027) Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 18-122 that would authorize the City to enter into a Right-of-Way Contract with Darryl G. Moody and to accept a Warranty Deed, Public Utility Easement, and a Temporary Construction Easement for property located at 4080 South 4150 West (15-31-478-027). Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Darryl G. Moody parcel located at 4080 South 4150 West is one of several parcels affected by this project and which include fee acquisitions for the 4100 South Improvements Project; Bangerter Highway to 5460 West. This project will reconstruct the pavement and curb and gutter to improve safety and ride quality of 4100 South. Compensation for the purchase of the Warranty Deed, Public Utility Easement, Temporary Construction Easement and improvements is $4,650.00 based upon the compensation estimate prepared by Horrocks Engineers. The project is being funded under the Surface Transportation Program (STP) with federal funds. West Valley City executed the Federal Aid Agreement between UDOT and Federal Highways. The city is responsible 6.77% of all project costs, including right of way. The city’s portion of the matching funds on the project will be paid to UDOT. The total value for the Warranty Deed, Public Utility Easement and the Temporary Construction Easement is $4,650.00, making the West Valley City share of the easement $314.80.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -9- C. RESOLUTION 18-123: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A RIGHT-OF-WAY CONTRACT WITH LUIS E. SAAVEDRA AND LEDDA L. SAAVEDRA AND TO ACCEPT A WARRANTY DEED, PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT, AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4145 WEST COUNTRY MEADOW LANE (4075 SOUTH) (15-31-478-028) Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 18-123 that would authorize the City to enter into a Right-of-Way Contract with Luis E. Saavedra and Ledda L. Saavedra and to accept a Warranty Deed, Public Utility Easement, and Temporary Construction Easement for property Located at 4145 West Country Meadow Lane (4075 South) (15- 31-478-028). Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Luis E. Saavedra and Ledda L. Saavedra parcel located at 4145 W. Country Meadow Lane is one of several parcels affected by this project and which include fee acquisitions for the 4100 South Improvements Project; Bangerter Highway to 5460 West. This project will reconstruct the pavement and curb and gutter to improve safety and ride quality of 4100 South. Compensation for the purchase of the Warranty Deed, Public Utility Easement and the Temporary Construction Easement and improvements is $12,300.00 based upon the appraisal report prepared by the DH Group, LLC. The project is being funded under the Surface Transportation Program (STP) with federal funds. West Valley City executed the Federal Aid Agreement between UDOT and Federal Highways. The city is responsible 6.77% of all project costs, including right of way. The city’s portion of the matching funds on the project will be paid to UDOT. The total value for the Warranty Deed and the Temporary Construction Easement is $12,300.00, making the West Valley City share of the easement $832.71. Upon inquiry, there were no further questions or concerns expressed by members of the City Council. The City Council will consider Resolutions 18-121, 18-122, and 18-123 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled July 17, 2018, at 6:30 P.M. COMMUNICATIONS A. SIGN CODE DISCUSSION MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -10- Steve Pastorik, CED, presented a PowerPoint presentation summarized as follows: - Monument Sign o Definition: “Sign, monument” means an on-premises or freestanding identification permanent sign erected with its base on the ground with no visible support structure o Permitted Zones: Monument signs are allowed in all zones. o Monument sign regulations address: setbacks, landscaping, separation, size, number, electronic message signs, animation, height, base and uses. - Pole Sign o Definition: “Sign, pole” means a permanent sign supported by a fixed permanent frame or support in the ground. This definition does not include monument signs. o Permitted Zones: Pole signs are conditional uses C-2, C-3 and M zones. o Pole sign regulations address: pole covers, clearance, setbacks, separation, number, landscaping, design, size, minimum lot area, projection and height - Banner Sign o Definition: “Sign, banner” means a temporary sign without a frame that is made of vinyl, plastic, cloth, canvas, light fabric or other light, nonrigid material. o Permitted Zones: RM, RB, Commercial Zones and Manufacturing Zones o Banner sign regulations address: setback, size, number and time limitation Mayor Bigelow asked what the time limit for a banner sign is. Steve replied 60 days in a year, regardless if content is modified. Mayor Bigelow asked if this applies for strip-malls, etc. Steve replied it is per business. Mayor Bigelow asked what window sign regulations are in City Code. Steve replied window signs are limited to 50% of window space. Mayor Bigelow expressed concern that the Code doesn’t specify the thickness of window signs. He indicated that they could be transparent or opaque. Councilmember Buhler stated that he is concerned about banner signs and window signs taking up too much space on a single building. Mayor Bigelow stated that he would like to understand why the ordinance is written as it is. Wayne replied that the Council decided on a middle ground when they voted on the ordinance. He indicated that they didn’t want to eliminate window signage for business owners but didn’t want windows to be entirely covered in signage. Councilmember Buhler stated that he hasn’t seen an issue that has made him want to entirely overhaul the ordinance and added that it may be an enforcement problem. Wayne agreed that  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -11- enforcement can be improved. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked if Code Enforcement is the same for commercial and residential. Wayne replied yes but indicated that businesses don’t often complain on one another whereas a lot of issues in residential areas are reported by neighbors. He stated that staff would prefer no window signage but indicated that this isn’t something the City is advising since businesses would likely not appreciate this restriction. Mayor Bigelow stated that the more percentages and restrictions the City places, the more difficult enforcement becomes. Councilmember Buhler stated that he is comfortable leaving the ordinance as it is until an issue or complaint arises. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked if the City checks to see if businesses are in compliance on a yearly basis. Steve replied that the City does check businesses along major corridors to ensure they are meeting conditional use requirements. The Mayor stated that his concern would be that signage is not blocking glass doors for safety purposes and also that banners are safely attached. B. NAME CHANGE DISCUSSION Councilmember Huynh stated changing the name of the City is the first step to improving it. He indicated that this, along with Executive Staff changing their narrative, is essential to progress. Councilmember Huynh described a town in Oregon and the culture and business he experienced while living there. Councilmember Huynh stated that the City didn’t have competition 38 years ago but it does now and added that the culture is very different now as well. Councilmember Huynh stated that the City Council are leaders and it’s important they influence the City in the right direction. He provided examples of other cities in history that have changed their names and have had success. Councilmember Huynh stated it takes courage and commitment but he feels it would be best for the future. Councilmember Christensen asked what problem Councilmember Huynh feels needs to be solved. Councilmember Huynh stated the culture and the need for high tech companies. Councilmember Christensen stated that high tech companies don’t relocate based on the name of a City but on what the City can offer them. Mayor Bigelow questioned whether a name change can add to the community and asked if there is anything to be gained. Councilmember Huynh stated the City needs to adjust to attract investors into the City and the name change alone won’t change things. He added that the cost to change the name can be spread over the next 5-6 years. Councilmember Fitisemanu stated that he doesn’t see a compelling reason to change the name of the City at this time but thanked Councilmember Huynh for the information. Councilmember Christensen stated he isn’t aware of any business that have turned down moving into the City because of its name. Councilmember Buhler stated that changing the name of the City is a significant change and he thanked Councilmember Huynh for the information but indicated he doesn’t feel  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -12- there is a reason to make this change. Councilmember Nordfelt agreed that he is not in favor. C. COUNCIL CALENDAR Mayor Bigelow referenced a Memorandum previously received from the City Manager that outlined upcoming meetings and events. Members of the City Council had no further questions regarding the Council Update. NEW BUSINESS A. POTENTIAL FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Council Suggestions There were no Council suggestions. B. COUNCIL REPORTS COUNCILMEMBER CHRISTENSEN- UTAH SYMPHONY AND COUNTRY MEADOWS BREAKFAST Councilmember Christensen stated that the Utah Symphony was a great program. He indicated that it couldn’t start until 8 PM due to the sunlight. He stated the he also went to the Country Meadows neighborhood breakfast which was a great event and he is looking forward to National Night Out there as well. C. REVIEW SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SCHEDULED JULY 17, 2018 RDA RESOLUTION 18-04: AUTHORIZE THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF WEST VALLEY CITY TO RENEW AN AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF UTAH TO SUPPORT AND PARTNER WITH THE OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARS PROGRAM FOR THE BENEFIT OF WEST VALLEY CITY STUDENTS IN A PILOT PROGRAM TO PROMOTE SECONDARY EDUCATION Wayne Pyle discussed proposed RDA Resolution 18-04 that would authorize the Redevelopment Agency of West Valley City to renew an Agreement with the University of Utah to support and partner with the Opportunity Scholars Program for the benefit of West Valley City Students in a pilot program to promote secondary education. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -13- It is recommended that the RDA provide for an additional pilot year so that we are able to assess the viability of permanently providing housing units for student use. Further, we want to search out corporate partners that may want to permanently join the program to provide funding, internships and post graduate employment. You will recall that we presented the first cohort and the results of the first year to the City Council. As part of the City Council’s goal of creating and maintaining a sustainable city, the RDA has been tasked with improving educational opportunities for secondary education for West Valley City students. The City Council and the Board recognized that having an educated workforce present in the city provides for many economic development opportunities not otherwise available. As the City moves to the future it is important to maintain the workforce already in place and to increase the educational attainment levels of our residents. As we have studied some of the hurdles that students face, we have learned that many want to attend college and live in the City but that affordable housing for students is limited. We also learned that many are first generation college students who would benefit from experienced mentors that can assist them in addressing the common issues faced by college students. These mentors can also help them navigate the college system in a successful way. With that information in mind, the City seeks to assist in a pilot program in partnership with the University of Utah. This is the second year of the pilot program and will provide us with valuable hands on data and information in order to help us shape a long term partnership and tailored program. The pilot program includes only students from West Valley City and the housing provided will be located at Fairbourne Station. All services and data will be provided by Opportunity Scholars and the University. The RDA has reported to the City Council about the initial pilot year. In that initial phase there were 16 students housed in 4 units at Fairbourne Station and an additional 15 students that were also assisted through the Opportunity Scholars Program. We saw 4 graduates of the program, each of which still reside in the City and intend to remain in the City. ‘ The RDA will use its state law mandated housing set aside money to provide affordable housing and other tools to at least 16 students from West Valley City that will attend the University of Utah in the Fall of  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -14- 2018. These students will be in the pilot program, will live at Fairbourne Station, will attend classes via the Trax line, and will be provided other mentor and scholarship opportunities through the university to ensure their success. Opportunity scholars has a 93% graduation rate for those in its program. Opportunity scholars serves first generation college students. The Opportunity Scholars program provides retention resources such as tutors, mentors, internships, advising, career-services, service-learning projects, community outreach, networking opportunities, counseling, financial assistance and anytime access to the program director. The program also contributes to the educational experience of all students at the Eccles School by introducing students with diverse backgrounds and experiences into the academic setting. Councilmember Buhler clarified that this has been a success. Nicole Cottle, Assistant City Manager, replied yes and detailed the success of students. Councilmember Fitisemanu stated that he has met three of the scholars and they are very thankful and supportive. He asked if there is anything that ties them to the City after graduation. Nicole replied this is a pilot program but explained how the City is working on finding ways of helping them maintain their residence here. Councilmember Buhler stated that census data shows education levels are low and anything that ties these graduates to the community would be great. Upon inquiry, there were no further questions or concerns expressed by members of the City Council. The Redevelopment Agency will consider Resolution 18-04 at the Special Redevelopment Agency Meeting scheduled July 17, 2018, at 6:30 P.M. 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 STUDY MEETING ON TUESDAY JULY 10, 2018 WAS ADJOURNED AT 6:09 PM BY MAYOR BIGELOW. I hereby certify the foregoing to be a true, accurate and complete record of the proceedings of the Study Meeting of the West Valley City Council held Tuesday, July 10, 2018. MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JULY 10, 2018 -15- _______________________________ Nichole Camac, CMC City Recorder