City Council Study Meeting

MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -1- THE WEST VALLEY CITY COUNCIL MET IN STUDY SESSION ON TUESDAY, JUNE 11, 2019, 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 (arrived as noted) STAFF PRESENT: Wayne T 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 Mark Ownsbey, Acting 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 Robert Buchanan, Police Department Matt Jones, Police Department Steve Lehman, CED Jeannette Carpenter, Finance Department APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF STUDY MEETING HELD JUNE 4, 2019 The Council considered the Minutes of the Study Meeting held June 4, 2019. There were no changes, corrections or deletions.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -2- Councilmember Nordfelt moved to approve the Minutes of the Study Meeting held June 4, 2019. Councilmember Christensen 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 JUNE 11, 2019 Upon inquiry by Mayor Bigelow, members of the Council had no further questions or concerns regarding items listed on the Agendas for the Regular City Council Meeting scheduled later this night. RESOLUTION 19-61: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO REVISE ITS AGREEMENTS WITH SELECTHEALTH FOR FY 2018-2019 TO UPDATE BENEFITS OFFERED TO RETIRED EMPLOYEES Paul Isaac, Assistant City Manager, presented proposed Resolution 19-61 that would authorize the City to revise its agreements with SelectHealth for FY 2018-2019 to update benefits offered to retired employees. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: A pre-65 retiree may be on the retiree plan for 10 years. If the employee becomes eligible to retire with 30 years of service by purchasing up to 5 years of service credits with the Utah State Retirement System, the employee may continue on the pre-65 retiree plan for up to an additional 5 years. Mayor Bigelow clarified that the cost of the full insurance is the responsibility of the former employee. Paul replied yes. Mayor Bigelow asked to what age this is valid. Paul replied 65 but added that the employee can continue the benefit, as well as their spouse, as long as they pay the full premium, for as long as they live. Mayor Bigelow verified this would be secondary to Medicaid after the age of 65. Paul replied yes. He discussed the benefit further. Councilmember Fitisemanu arrived at 4:40 PM. The City Council will consider Resolution 19-61 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled June 18, 2019 at 6:30 P.M. RESOLUTION 19-62: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS WITH SELECTHEALTH TO PROVIDE INSURANCE BENEFITS AND SERVICES FOR CITY EMPLOYEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2019-  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -3- 2020 Paul Isaac, Assistant City Manager, presented proposed Resolution 19-62 that would authorize the City to enter into agreements with SelectHealth to provide insurance benefits and services for City employees for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: SelectHealth has been providing medical benefits for West Valley City for the past thirteen years. This year we incorporated our mental health benefits with SelectHealth as well. We negotiated a decrease of 3.8% in premiums. Councilmember Nordfelt noted that employees will also see a decrease in the mental health premium now that it is combined with the SelectHealth benefit. Paul agreed and indicated that employees may have received a notice about needing to potentially switch therapists or services since coverage has changed. The City Council will consider Resolution 19-62 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled June 18, 2019 at 6:30 P.M. RESOLUTION 19-63: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO RENEW A POLICY WITH EMI HEALTH TO PROVIDE DENTAL BENEFITS FOR CITY EMPLOYEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2019-2020 Paul Isaac, Assistant City Manager, presented proposed Resolution 19-63 that would authorize the City to renew a policy with EMI Health to provide dental benefits for City employees for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: EMI is the current provider for dental benefits for City employees. The dental premiums will not increase for fiscal year 2019/2020 The City Council will consider Resolution 19-63 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled June 18, 2019 at 6:30 P.M. RESOLUTION 19-64: AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF METAL AND BOMB DETECTION EQUIPMENT FROM CEIA USA, LTD, FOR USE AT THE MAVERIK CENTER Wayne Pyle, City Manager, presented proposed Resolution 19-64 that would authorize the purchase of metal and bomb detection equipment from CEIA USA, LTD, for use at the Maverik Center.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -4- Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: Approval is needed to purchase equipment to supplement and update the security equipment within the Maverik Center. The equipment proposed is (13) Metal and Bomb Detectors with the needed accessories and components as well as installation of said equipment for $90,104.00. This added equipment will facilitate a needed increase in security for the patrons and workers within the Maverik Center. CEIA USA, LTD is an authorized vendor through the General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Supply purchasing contract. Equipment purchased through CEIA USA, LTD will be funded by the approved US Bancorp Government Leasing and Finance Inc. agreement schedule 17. Councilmember Buhler asked why there are 16 bomb or metal detectors needed when there are only 3 access doors. Wayne replied that this was what was best determined from a safety perspective at the Maverik Center. He added that not all access into the Maverik Center is public. Councilmember Buhler asked if ongoing costs will be needed. Wayne replied he is unsure but will find out prior to the next meeting. Councilmember Buhler asked if adding this equipment is required in the industry or if the Maverik Center is doing this from a best practices standpoint. Wayne replied he is unsure. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked if this will improve efficiency of employees or require the Maverik Center to hire additional staff. Wayne replied that his understanding is that efficiency will be improved for existing staff. The City Council will consider Resolution 19-64 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled June 18, 2019 at 6:30 P.M. RESOLUTION 19-65: APPROVE A CONTRACT WITH TECHNOLOGY PROVIDERS, INC. FOR INSTLLATION OF AN AUDIO/VISUAL SYSTEM AT THE WEST VALLEY CITY WEST POLICE SUBSTATION Ken Cushing, Administration, presented proposed Resolution 19-65 that would approve a Contract with Technology Providers, Inc. for installation of an Audio/Visual System at the West Valley City West Police Substation. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The remodel of the Police Substation was approved in a Budget Program Mod. This Audio / Visual System is part of that budget. The police will use it for training.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -5- Formal bidding will not be required since Technology Providers Inc. is on the State Contract. This system uses modern technology and will allow us to expand to use additional video input and video screens throughout our network as needed in the future. Councilmember Lang asked if there will be smart screens or projection screens. Ken replied it would be a combination of both. Councilmember Lang verified it would be less expensive to add onto the equipment if the Fitness Center wanted to utilize it. Ken replied yes. Councilmember Buhler asked if this type of equipment will be located at the new Police Headquarter Building as well. Jake Arslanian, Public Works, replied yes and added that Headquarter building will have this system in a much larger way. He indicated it will be able to broadcast to other substations. Councilmember Buhler asked how many substations there are. Jake replied 3 as well as 6 fire stations. Councilmember Buhler asked if this is the first station that will have this system. Jake replied yes. The City Council will consider Resolution 19-65 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled June 18, 2019 at 6:30 P.M. RESOLUTION 19-66: AWARD A CONTRACT TO ACME CONSTRUCTION FOR THE MARKET STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT Russ Willardson, Public Works Director, presented proposed Resolution 19-66 that would award a Contract to Acme Construction for the Market Street Reconstruction Project. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: Bids were opened for the project on June 4, 2019. A total of two (2) bids were received. The lowest responsible bidder was Acme Construction. Market Street reconstruction is integral to all the new construction at Fairbourne Station. This project will install the new concrete paving on Market Street between Lehman Avenue and Weigh Station Road and along a portion of Lehman Avenue adjacent to the new Public Safety Building. The project is scheduled for completion in mid-September. Acme Construction was the lowest responsible bidder. It is recommended that the project be awarded to Acme Construction Councilmember Buhler asked what the timing is on this project. Russ replied the parking structure and Police Headquarter Building will be completed in early July and the road projected will then be finalized in mid-September. Councilmember Buhler asked if the road  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -6- will be closed again when the old Police Department building is torn down. Russ explained what roads will need to be closed and reconstructed in the Fairbourne Station area. Councilmember Lang asked if a storm drain system will be installed. Russ replied there is a storm drain system already in Market Street. The City Council will consider Resolution 19-66 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled June 18, 2019 at 6:30 P.M. RESOLUTION 19-67: APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE UTAH DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT FUNDING ON 4100 SOUTH IN WEST VALLEY CITY Russ Willardson, Public Works Director, presented proposed Resolution 19-67 that would approve an Agreement with the Utah Department of Transportation for Highway Improvement Funding on 4100 South in West Valley City. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: This agreement will transfer $2,000,000 from UDOT to West Valley City, for highway improvements to 4100 South. These funds will be used as partial funding for the 4100 S Reconstruction Project, Bangerter to 5460 W. During the 2019 legislative session, SB268 directed UDOT to transfer $2,000,000 for highway improvements to 4100 South, to the City. 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 federal Surface Transportation Funds, and Class C Road Funds for the 4100 South Reconstruction Project. The City Council will consider Resolution 19-67 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled June 18, 2019 at 6:30 P.M. RESOLUTION 19-68: APPROVE MODIFICATION NO. 2 TO A FEDERAL AID AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE UTAH DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF 4100 SOUTH Russ Willardson, Public Works Director, presented proposed Resolution 19-68 that would approve Modification No. 2 to a Federal Aid Agreement between the City and the Utah Department of Transportation for the reconstruction of 4100 South. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows:  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -7- The city has been working on a project to reconstruct 4100 South between Bangerter Highway and 5460 West for several years. On March 19, 2019, UDOT opened bids on the project. The engineer’s estimate of construction costs was $15,063,237. The lowest bid received was from Geneva Rock in the amount of $19,389,875 nearly 29% over the estimate. The West Valley City Council recently passed a resolution reaffirming the city’s commitment to the project, which gave UDOT reassurance necessary to award the project and begin construction. This federal aid agreement formally obligates the City to pay all costs over the federal participation amount of $11,227,683. Granger Hunter Participation is estimated to be $4,122,371.25. Total project value is anticipated to be $26,118,479. Total WVC Cost $10,768,425 (Including a 9% construction contingency). (The City has previously paid $244,593.20). The federal aid agreement allows for phased payment of city funds. Funds will be paid from the following sources: Committed Funding Sources Original Matching Funds from Class C Roads $ 815,311.69 Storm Drain Trunk Line Betterment $ 1,000,000.00 SB 268 2019 Appropriation $ 2,000,000.00 GHID Mobilization and Traffic Control $ 681,082.89 GHID Public Involvement Proportional Share $ 86,604.53 Class C Road Funds $ 3,000,000.00 Total of Committed Funding Sources $ 7,582,999.11 Potential Funding Sources New Legislative Appropriations $ 2,000,000.00 + Storm Water Utility Fund Balance $ 1,000,000.00 Transportation Sales Tax (New Revenue) $ 2,500,000.00 Total of Potential Funding Sources $ 5,500,000.00 Total of Committed and Potential Funding Sources $ 13,082,999.11 Councilmember Lang asked if Granger Hunter is starting construction now. Russ replied it’s all part of one contract with one contractor. He indicated that the main work going on now is the storm drain. Councilmember Lang stated that people along 4100 South are having to go to the Post Office to pick up mail at this time and have expressed frustration. Russ replied that this was a Post Office decision. He indicated that the community mailboxes were approved but contractors made a mistake and have yet to build the concrete. Russ stated they are working to get this issue resolved and added that a public outreach group is available to talk to and meetings regarding 4100 South construction are held every 6 weeks with updates.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -8- The City Council will consider Resolution 19-68 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled June 18, 2019 at 6:30 P.M. CONSENT AGENDA SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 18, 2019 A. RESOLUTION 19-69: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO APPROVE AND EXECUTE A PERPETUAL EASEMENT FOR AN OIL AND GREASE INTERCEPTOR AND SAMPLING VAULT FOR THE PARKS OPERATION BUILDING LOCATED AT 2729 SOUTH PARKWAY COURT (6750 WEST) Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-69 that would authorize the City to approve and execute a Perpetual Easement for an Oil and Grease Interceptor and Sampling Vault for the Parks Operation Building located at 2729 South Parkway Court (6750 West). Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: As part of the approval for the West Valley Parks Operations Building, Magna Water District is requiring an Easement for installation, maintenance and inspection of an Oil and Grease Interceptor and Sampling Vault on the West Valley Parks Operations Building site. The new Parks Operations Building to be located at 2729 S. Parkway Court (6750 West) on Lot 1 of the West Valley Parks Operations Subdivision (14- 27-203-017). B. RESOLUTION 19-70: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO APPROVE AND EXECUTE A PERPETUAL EASEMENT FOR A WATER LINE TO BE USED AS A FIRE LINE TO SERVICE THE PARKS OPERATION BUILDING LOCATED AT 2729 SOUTH PARKWAY COURT (6750 WEST) Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-70 that would authorize the City to approve and execute a Perpetual Easement for a water line to be used as a fire line to service the Parks Operation Building located at 2729 South Parkway Court (6750 West). Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: As part of the approval for the West Valley Parks Operations Building, Magna Water District is requiring an Easement for a water line to be used as a fire line to serve the West Valley Parks Operations Building site.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -9- The new Parks Operations Building to be located at 2729 S. Parkway Court (6750 West) on Lot 1 of the West Valley Parks Operations Subdivision (14- 27-203-017). C. RESOLUTION 19-71: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A RIGHT-OF-WAY AGREEMENT WITH J2 PM, INC., A UTAH CORPORATION, AND ACCEPT TWO SPECIAL WARRANTY DEEDS AND TWO TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENTS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 6996 AND 6998 WEST 3500 SOUTH Mayor Bigelow discussed proposed Resolution 19-71 that would authorize the City to enter into a Right-of-Way Agreement with J2 PM, Inc., a Utah Corporation, and accept two Special Warranty Deeds and two Temporary Construction Easements for property located at 6996 and 6998 West 3500 South. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: These portions of the J2 PM, Inc. parcels located at 6996 and 6998 West 3500 South are being acquired as part of the 3500 South Safe Sidewalks Project (2019 UDOT) scheduled to be constructed in the summer of 2019. This project is a joint effort between West Valley City and the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) wherein the City has acquired the needed right-of-way and Temporary Construction Easements, and UDOT will construct the improvements. Construction will include approximately 72 lineal feet of curb, gutter, sidewalk along with textured colored concrete park strip and tie-ins to existing landscaping and driveways. The new improvements will connect with existing curb, gutter and sidewalk on either side of the subject property. The descriptions shown in the owner’s deeds extend to the centerline of 3500 South, however street paving has occupied the south 27.5 feet of the underlying property for more than 10 years, resulting in the underlying property becoming public right-of-way through use. The acquisition includes two Special Warranty Deeds to acquire the south 40.00 feet of the subject parcels to clean up the existing record information for the subject properties. Compensation is only for the remaining 12.5 feet of right-of-way width. Compensation for the two Special Warranty Deeds, Temporary Construction Easement and existing improvements in the amount of $6,500.00 based upon the appraisal report prepared by the Integra Realty Resources. Upon inquiry, there were no further questions or concerns expressed by members of the City Council.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -10- The City Council will consider Resolutions 19-69, 19-70, and 19-71 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled June 18, 2019, at 6:30 P.M. COMMUNICATIONS A. DRONE PROGRAM PRESENTATION Matt Jones, Police Department, provided a PowerPoint presentation summarized as follows: - Why drones for law enforcement? o Drone Applications  Search and rescue  Aerial photogrammetry / mapping  Increase investigation efficiency  Tactical incidents to improve situational awareness and/or create a tactical advantage.  Increase officer safety o Infrared (FLIR) Technology  The immediate availability of airborne infrared technology can increase the likelihood of successful outcomes involving searches for:  Missing and endangered children  Missing and endangered elderly citizens  Dangerous fleeing suspects.  Infrared technology can be used to quickly search various terrains while being minimally obtrusive.  Waterways  Open fields / golf courses  Apartment complexes  Neighborhoods o Infrared Imaging o Accident and Crime Scene Investigation  Current methods of documenting major accident scenes take several hours.  This causes inconvenience to citizens and businesses in the area as well as an increased cost to the police department.  Drones can reduce the time significantly  Drones are able to efficiently collect data and measurements to produce an accurate high quality orthomosaic image as well as 3D model in a matter of minutes vs hours. MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -11- o Accident and crime scene documentation o Drones improve awareness and safety  Drones provide an overview of incident scenes helping commanders to make the best tactical decisions.  Drones can safely clear the way for officers approaching a high hazard scene (active incidents, suspicious items, SWAT operations, etc.).  Drones can be perched close to a scene to provide real-time video for officers who are at a safe distance. o Tactical safety o Officer safety o Operational safety and professionalism  Drones will be part of a professional aviation program.  The police department has already applied for and received FAA authorization for drone operations in the local controlled airspace.  Current pilots hold an FAA Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) pilot certificate. This will be a requirement for future pilots as well.  Regular training along with annual proficiency checks to ensure program and members are current in their skills and knowledge of laws and regulations. Councilmember Buhler asked if other Cities are utilizing drones. Deputy Chief Hamilton replied that some are and some are likely not doing it 100% legally. He indicated Davis County, Highway Patrol, and Utah County are beginning to use drones. Councilmember Buhler stated that he can see some issues with the 4th amendment where residents might have issues with drones looking into their homes, etc. Deputy Chief Hamilton agreed and indicated that the City would only use drones under the standards issued for a warrant. He also stated that footage has to be deleted that doesn’t have information related to the purpose of deploying the drone. Deputy Chief Hamilton stated drones are very tightly regulated by State Law and there are currently a lot of gray areas in the code. He indicated that the City is erring on the side of caution and will only use drones with a warrant or with individual consent. Councilmember Huynh asked how often the City will use drones. Deputy Chief Hamilton stated that 2 people are currently certified and there are many requests to use it. Once more pilots are licensed and more drones are purchased, the Police Department will likely utilize them much more for various applications. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked if footage must be maintained in the same way that body camera footage is. Deputy Chief Hamilton replied that footage must be retained, downloaded, and is subject to GRAMA. Councilmember  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -12- Buhler verified that the drones would not be armed. Deputy Chief Hamilton replied no but added that there will be various features including strobe lights, multiple cameras, etc. Mayor Bigelow asked if there are enhanced penalties for shooting a drone down. Detective Jones replied it is against Federal Law. B. COUNCIL CALENDAR Mayor Bigelow referenced a Memorandum previously received from the City Manager that outlined upcoming meetings and events. Councilmember Buhler asked what time the City Council should attend the WestFest parade. Nancy Day, Parks and Recreation Director, replied 9:30 AM at City Park. Councilmember Buhler expressed concern regarding road construction on the parade route. Russ Willardson, Public Works Director, indicated that this is construction associated with a Granger Hunter project and they have assured the City that it will be done and covered up by the weekend. Councilmember Buhler asked what the Council should do with the flags that are in their bags. Nancy replied that they can invite volunteers to walk alongside the cars to hand out flags. She added that the Council can throw candy to the crowd as they drive past. Councilmember Buhler asked if there will be a meet the candidate night or debate event. He indicated that he feels this would be beneficial to inform residents of who is running for Council. Wayne indicated that this has historically been something that the Chamber of Commerce has put on and added that the City can provide the facility if there is interest. After discussion, Councilmember Buhler agreed to contact the Chamber and Wayne agreed to provide City Hall as the venue if there is interest. Members of the City Council had no further questions regarding the Council Update. NEW BUSINESS A. POTENTIAL FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Council Suggestions Councilmember Buhler stated that he would like to see food trucks and concerts at Fairbourne Station next spring with the completion of the Fairbourne Station project. He also indicated that he would like to look at on-street parking regulations. Wayne indicated that staff is working on a proposal to bring to Council. Councilmember Christensen stated that Healthy West Valley is planning to do focus groups this summer and may need assistance for rooms and childcare services. MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -13- Councilmember Fitisemanu stated that residents have asked him why some construction sites have signs saying what is being constructed and some don’t. Wayne replied it is not required and is up to the developer. Wildlife Capture and Removal Wayne Pyle indicated that the City considered joining the State entity suggested by the resident but the cost at the time was $30,000 a year. He stated that the Council at the time decided against joining and determined it was up to individual residents to deal with issues on their own. Wayne indicated that City could maintain this position of staying uninvolved in this issue, could join the group and pay the annual fee, or could contract with an exterminator and pay on a cost by cost basis. Councilmember Lang noted that people are not generally as comfortable killing a skunk or raccoon as they would be a rat or mouse. Mayor Bigelow indicated he would like to set some sort of parameters. After discussion, the Council agreed to contract with an exterminator and only handle raccoons and skunks. Disposition of Impounded/Abated Items Wayne Pyle stated that neither City employees or contractors benefit from the abatement process. He indicated that nothing can be kept from the property and if anything was, appropriate action would be taken against the employee or contractor. Wayne stated that items abated are either classified as junk, which are taken to the dump, or classified as a vehicle, which are impounded and can be retrieved by the owner after paying the appropriate fines. Councilmember Fitisemanu requested that something be added to the website that indicates this so it’s clear for residents. Layne stated that there is no benefit to contractors to recycle any type of material. He indicated that they take everything straight to the dump and to change that method isn’t economically feasible. Layne stated that the Police Department and Code Enforcement officers will allow residents time to take meaningful property inside the home as they abate but when they leave the property, it must be in compliance. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked if a receipt is given to the homeowner after an abatement. Layne replied that a notice of compliance is given to the homeowner and a bill is sent for the cost of the abatement. The resident then has 10 days to challenge the fine. Mayor Bigelow verified that notice of an abatement hearing is given one month prior. Layne replied yes and added that if the resident shows up to the hearing, the judge will grant additional time to clean the property up. If they don’t come to the hearing, they still have several weeks before the abatement takes place. Councilmember Fitisemanu and Councilmember Lang requested that language be added to a notice that indicates significant fines will occur with an abatement and property will be taken to the dump or impounded.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – JUNE 11, 2019 -14- B. COUNCIL REPORTS COUNCILMEMBER TOM HUYNH- ELECTION CONCERN Councilmember Huynh stated that he received 3 phone calls from residents who indicated that one of the West Valley Councilmembers has been recruiting people to run against him in the 2019 Municipal Election. He stated that he is frustrated by this and he feels this is unfair, wrong, and the Council should be better than this. COUNCILMEMBER NORDFELT- DRUG COURT Councilmember Nordfelt indicated that he attended drug court with Councilmember Huynh and Councilmember Fitisemanu and felt it was a great experience and was rewarding to see. He indicated that it seems to be a great program. 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 STUDY MEETING ON TUESDAY JUNE 11, 2019 WAS ADJOURNED AT 6:21 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, June 11, 2019. _______________________________ Nichole Camac, CMC City Recorder