City Council Study Meeting

MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -1- THE WEST VALLEY CITY COUNCIL MET IN ELECTRONIC STUDY SESSION ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2023 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 LANG. THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS WERE PRESENT: Karen Lang, Mayor Lars Nordfelt, Councilmember At-Large Don Christensen, Councilmember At-Large Tom Huynh, Councilmember District 1 (arrived as noted) Scott Harmon, Councilmember District 2 William Whetstone, Councilmember District 3 Jake Fitisemanu, Councilmember District 4 STAFF PRESENT: Dan Johnson, Public Works Director Nichole Camac, City Recorder Eric Bunderson, City Attorney (electronically) Colleen Jacobs, Police Chief (electronically) John Evans, Fire Chief Jim Welch, Finance Director Steve Pastorik, CED Director Layne Morris, CPD Director Jamie Young, Parks and Recreation Director Mark Nord, RDA Director Sam Johnson, Strategic Communications Director Ken Cushing, IT (electronically) Lincoln Shurtz, RDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF STUDY MEETING HELD OCTOBER 17, 2023 The Council considered the Minutes of the Study Meeting held October 17, 2023. There were no changes, corrections or deletions. Councilmember Christensen moved to approve the Minutes of the Study Meeting held October 17, 2023. Councilmember Harmon seconded the motion. A voice vote was taken and all members voted in favor of the motion.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -2- REVIEW AGENDA FOR REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF OCTOBER 24, 2023 Steve Pastorik, CED Director, stated that the applicant for GPZ-8-2023 is requesting an additional continuance to November 7, 2023. Upon inquiry by Mayor Lang, 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. Councilmember Huynh arrived at 4:33 PM. PUBLIC HEARINGS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 7, 2023 A. ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT REGARDING APPLICATION Z-2-2023, FILED BY JACKIE CARLSON, REQUESTING A ZONE CHANGE FROM LI (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) TO M (MANUFACTURING) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2256 AND 2260 SOUTH 5700 WEST Mayor Lang informed a public hearing had been advertised for the Special City Council Meeting scheduled November 7, 2023, in order for the City Council to hear and consider public comments regarding Application Z-2-2023, Filed by Jackie Carlson, Requesting a Zone Change from LI (Light Industrial) to M (Manufacturing) for Property Located at 2256 and 2260 South 5700 West Proposed Ordinance 23-41 and Resolution 23-149 related to the proposal to be considered by the City Council subsequent to the public hearing, was discussed as follows: ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 23-41, AMEND THE ZONING MAP TO SHOW A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2256 AND 2260 SOUTH 5700 WEST FROM LI (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) TO M (MANUFACTURING) Steve Pastorik, CED Director, discussed proposed Ordinance 23-41 that would amend the Zoning Map to Show a Change of Zone for Property Located at 2256 and 2260 South 5700 West from LI (Light Industrial) to M (Manufacturing). Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The applicant acquired the property in March 2023 to serve as a truck service center to maintain Carlson Distributing’s own fleet of trucks for their distribution business at 2449 South 6755 West. Penske Truck, another West Valley City business, would operate the facility. The outside area would be used for employee parking and truck staging while they are MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -3- in-between servicing. Within the LI zone, automobile service is only allowed as a use that is incidental to a permitted or conditional use such as truck sales. In this situation, the truck service is the primary use proposed. In addition, the LI zone does not allow outside storage and the trucks awaiting service would be considered outside service. Given the LI zone limitations on truck service and outside storage, the applicant is requesting the M zone. The applicant is proposing a number of improvements to the property including the installation of asphalt on the east, west, and south sides of the property; new metal siding for the west portion of the building; new overhead doors on the building; interior remodeling of the building to include restrooms and an office; landscaping along the east and west sides of the property; placing power underground; storm water improvements; and repaired or replaced fencing. ACTION: RESOLUTION NO. 23-149, ENTER INTO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH CDC MAINTENANCE, LLC FOR APPROXIMATELY 2.2 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT APPROXIMATELY 2256 AND 2260 SOUTH 5700 WEST Steve Pastorik, CED Director, discussed proposed Resolution 23-149 that would authorize the City to enter into a Development Agreement with CDC Maintenance, LLC for Approximately 2.2 Acres of Property Located at Approximately 2256 and 2260 South 5700 West Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: Jackie Carlson has submitted a zone change on 2.2 acres of property at parcel at 2256 and 2260 South 5700 West from LI (Light Industrial) to M (Manufacturing). The Planning Commission recommended approval of the zone change subject to a development agreement. The proposed development agreement addresses the following topics: use limitations, maintenance, required approvals, improvements, and right-of- way dedication. Steve stated he spoke to the applicant regarding upgrading the building after Council’s direction. He noted that the contractor will be looking at some options. Councilmember Whetstone asked what volume of trucks would be coming in and out of the property and how many would be staged at a single time. Steve replied  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -4- that he could ask the applicant this question. Councilmember Harmon asked what the General Plan’s designation for the area is. Steve replied Light Industrial. Councilmember Harmon verified that this is next to surplus UDOT property. Steve replied yes. Mayor Lang stated that now is the opportunity to improve the appearance of the building. The City Council will consider Ordinance 23-41 and Resolution 23-149 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled November 7, 2023 at 6:30 P.M. PUBLIC HEARINGS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 14, 2023 A. ACCEPT PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING APPLICATION GPZ-6-2023, FILED BY MOUNTAIN HIGH REAL ESTATE ADVISORS, INC, REQUESTING A GENERAL PLAN CHANGE FROM COMMUNITY USE TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL AND A ZONE CHANGE FROM R-1-8 (SINGLE UNIT DWELLING RESIDENTIAL, MINIMUM LOT SIZE 8,000 SQUARE FEET) TO C-2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3831 SOUTH CONSTITUTION BLVD Mayor Lang informed a public hearing had been advertised for the Regular Council Meeting scheduled November 14, 2023, in order for the City Council to hear and consider public comments regarding Application GPZ-6-2023, Filed by Mountain High Real Estate Advisors, Inc, Requesting a General Plan Change from Community Use to General Commercial and a Zone Change from R-1-8 (Single Unit Dwelling Residential, Minimum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet) to C-2 (General Commercial) for Property Located at 3831 South Constitution Blvd Proposed Ordinance 23-42, 23-43 and Resolution 23-161 related to the proposal to be considered by the City Council subsequent to the public hearing, was discussed as follows: ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 23-42, AMEND THE GENERAL PLAN TO SHOW A CHANGE OF LAND USE FROM COMMUNITY USE TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3831 S CONSTITUTION BLVD Steve Pastorik, CED Director, discussed proposed Ordinance 23-42 that would amend the General Plan to Show a Change of Land Use from Community Use to General Commercial for Property Located at 3831 S Constitution Blvd. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: If this application is approved, the applicant plans to demolish the existing MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -5- church and build a new fast-food restaurant with a drive-thru and a retail building. If the C-2 zoning is approved, the requirements in Section 7-7-111 of the Zoning Ordinance would apply to the neighboring residential property lines. These requirements include the following: “Where Fast Food Establishments with drive-up windows are located adjacent to a Residential Zone or Use, the order board, speakers, and pick-up window shall be located at least 50' from the nearest residential property line and any sound emitting from the order board, speakers, and pickup window shall not be audible from the nearest residential property line between 10 PM and 7 AM.” The ordinance will also require a masonry wall to be installed along the east and south sides due to the adjoining residential. ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 23-43, AMEND THE ZONING MAP TO SHOW A CHANGE OF ZONE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3831 S CONSTITUTION BLVD FROM R-1-8 (SINGLE UNIT DWELLING RESIDENTIAL, MINIMUM LOT SIZE 8,000 SQUARE FEET) TO C-2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) Steve Pastorik, CED Director, discussed proposed Ordinance 23-43 that would amend the Zoning Map to Show a Change of Zone for Property Located at 3831 S Constitution Blvd from R-1-8 (Single Unit Dwelling Residential, Minimum Lot Size 8,000 Square Feet) to C-2 (General Commercial). Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: If this application is approved, the applicant plans to demolish the existing church and build a new fast-food restaurant with a drive-thru and a retail building. If the C-2 zoning is approved, the requirements in Section 7-7-111 of the Zoning Ordinance would apply to the neighboring residential property lines. These requirements include the following: “Where Fast Food Establishments with drive-up windows are located adjacent to a Residential Zone or Use, the order board, speakers, and pick-up window shall be located at least 50' from the MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -6- nearest residential property line and any sound emitting from the order board, speakers, and pickup window shall not be audible from the nearest residential property line between 10 PM and 7 AM.” The ordinance will also require a masonry wall to be installed along the east and south sides due to the adjoining residential. ACTION: RESOLUTION NO. 23-161, AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH MOUNTAIN HIGH REAL ESTATE ADVISORS, INC. FOR APPROXIMATELY 2.92 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT APPROXIMATELY 3831 SOUTH 2700 WEST Steve Pastorik, CED Director, discussed proposed Resolution 23-161 that would authorize the City to Enter into a Development Agreement with Mountain High Real Estate Advisors, Inc. for Approximately 2.92 Acres of Property Located at Approximately 3831 South 2700 West. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: Mountain High Real Estate Advisors, Inc. has submitted a General Plan/zone change application (GPZ-6-2023) on 2.92 acres to change the General Plan from Community Use to General Commercial and to change the zoning from R-1-8 (Single Unit Dwelling Residential, minimum lot size 8,000 square feet) to C-2 (General Commercial). The Planning Commission recommended approval of the zone change subject to a development agreement. The proposed development agreement addresses the following items:  requiring street trees in the parkstrip,  increasing the height of the masonry wall along the south and east sides of the property from 6’ to 8’,  addressing pedestrian safety with the drive-thru traffic, and  limiting the height of buildings to a single story. Mayor Lang stated that during the Planning Commission meetings, residents expressed concern regarding the elevation of the fence. She indicated that she would like to make sure that the fence is 6 feet from the actual grade. Steve replied that this is required by Code. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked if the applicant knows who tenants will be. Steve replied that they are in negotiations with a particular fast-food business on the north building and there are no solid plans for  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -7- the second one yet although restaurant and retail options are being considered. Mayor Lang expressed concern about pedestrians having to cross the drive-thru lanes to access the front door. Steve replied that this design is conceptual but noted that the Planning Commission stated that they would like some clearly defined pathway for pedestrian crossing if this design is ultimately chosen. Councilmember Harmon suggested an alternative path that would provide additional line space for the drive-thru. Steve agreed and stated that they are searching for ways to maximize and extend stacking. The City Council will consider Ordinance 23-42, 23-43 and Resolution 23-161 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled November 14, 2023 at 6:30 P.M. RESOLUTION 23-162: AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF A FIRE ENGINE FROM PIERCE MANUFACTURING John Evans, Fire Chief, presented proposed Resolution 23-162 that would authorize the Purchase of a Fire Engine from Pierce Manufacturing. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The current unit was purchased in 2002 and has been utilized as the front line and now as the main reserve engine which we operate. In April of this year an inspection of the unit found that the frame rails for the truck were fractured and broken in numerous places. At that time we began a conversation with the council about the possibility of pre-committing to some engines Pierce was building to a generic specification list that would fit most departments’ needs. As we discussed this, we missed the opportunity to purchase two ready-built apparatus. A third unit became available for commitment in a timeframe for a fall purchase. As with other fire apparatus the wait time for engines is approximately two years, which we needed a unit right away. Pierce manufacturing had a unit which was being built as a demonstration unit and we were able to purchase the unit with a delivery time of six to seven months. With this purchase we will be able to place this unit as a front-line unit and move a front-line unit to reserve status and have a dependable unit for the department. In the discussion in the spring, the city manager relayed that at the time of purchase, two options would be presented to the council. One for a lease-purchase of the usual sort when purchasing fire apparatus. The second would be a cash purchase from unreserved general fund balance. The amount above represents the cash purchase price. We have received tentative pricing for lease purchasing for a 10  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -8- year or a 15 year loan schedule at 5.5 or 5.7% respectively. The payment prices would be $105,000 per year or $80,000 per year, respectively. Other payment schedules could be considered as well, these are tentative numbers provided by a local bank. The City Council will consider Resolution 23-162 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled November 7, 2023 at 6:30 P.M RESOLUTION 23-163: AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH HAMM CONSULTING GROUP Lincoln Shurtz, RDA, presented proposed Resolution 23-163 that would authorize the Execution of an Agreement with Hamm Consulting Group. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: Ron Hamm of The Hamm Consulting Group has represented the City in Washington, D.C., for the past three years, and prior to that, was the City's representative with the Ferguson group. He is well versed regarding the City's needs and able to provide consulting and lobby services. The Hamm Consulting Group will help the City attain numerous goals and objectives and maintain an aggressive federal agenda. This Agreement is for the three-year period commencing July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2026, with a 30-day termination clause. The three-year term helps the City stay on track with the cycles of legislative activity in Washington DC. Issues being discussed at the federal level typically take a long cycle to come to fruition. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked if there are any changes to the terms of the agreement. Lincoln replied the terms are the same but there is a $10k increase to the cost. He noted that an increase hasn’t occurred for 7 years. Councilmember Whetstone asked there is a law that states Council’s can’t bind these types of agreements to future Council’s. Lincoln replied yes and noted that there is a clause in the agreement that addresses this. The City Council will consider Resolution 23-163 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled November 7, 2023 at 6:30 P.M RESOLUTION 23-164: AUTHORIZE A JOINT STUDY OF OPERATIONS WITH THE GRANGER-HUNTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Dan Johnson, Public Works Director, presented proposed Resolution 23-164 that would authorize a Joint Study of Operations with the Granger-Hunter Improvement District.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -9- Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: It is proposed to evaluate operations of West Valley City and Granger Hunter Improvement District (GHID), together with GHID. This resolution authorizes up to $100,000 for a study, matching $100,000 which is anticipated to be commissioned by GHID. It is anticipated that the City and GHID will work cooperatively to procure qualified professional services to evaluate operations of the City and Granger Hunter. Councilmember Harmon asked how long this type of study would take. Dan replied that this is a complicated issue so it’s hard to know. Mayor Lang noted that the water district won’t even begin the process until January. Councilmember Huynh asked if this is just a general study. Dan replied that it would be broad and the big picture question would ask if it’s feasible for Granger Hunter to merge with West Valley City. Councilmember Harmon asked if the Council will have the opportunity to discuss these types of items and various obstacles. Dan replied yes and stated that this would occur before ever entering into a contract. The City Council will consider Resolution 23-164 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled November 7, 2023 at 6:30 P.M RESOLUTION 23-165: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT AND ACCEPT A WARRANTY DEED WITH AND FROM ELOY SANTANA PEREZ FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2720 SOUTH 6750 WEST Dan Johnson, Public Works Director, presented proposed Resolution 23-165 that would authorize the City to Enter into a Real Estate Purchase Contract and Accept a Warranty Deed With and From Eloy Santana Perez for Property Located at 2720 South 6750 West. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Eloy Santana Perez parcel located at 2720 South 6750 West is one of three parcels affected by the 6800 West Pond Overflow Project. West Valley City is working with Eloy Santana Perez and the owners of two other properties to improve the City’s 6800 West Pond Overflow facility. The 6800 West Pond facility serves as a flood storage area for a large portion of the City before it enters the Riter Canal. Improvements will include upsizing the existing overflow pipe under 6750 West, relocation of Magna Water fence/gate and construction of a new access to the area north of the West Valley Parks maintenance building. This project will improve access, facilitate maintenance and resolve flooding issues in the area.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -10- Compensation for the purchase of the Warranty Deed and improvements is $63,000.00 based upon the Appraisal Report prepared by the DH Group LLC. Councilmember Nordfelt asked how much land is part of this acquisition. Councilmember Harmon replied .19 acres. The City Council will consider Resolution 23-165 at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled November 7, 2023 at 6:30 P.M CONSENT AGENDA SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 7, 2023 A. RESOLUTION 23-166: ACCEPT A WARRANTY DEED FROM E&E INVESTMENTS CO., LLC FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4527 WEST 2100 SOUTH Dan Johnson, Public Works Director, discussed proposed Resolution 23-166 that would accept a Warranty Deed from E&E Investments Co., LLC for Property Located at 4527 West 2100 South. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The E & E Investments Co., LLC parcel is located on the south side of the 2100 South (SR-201 South Frontage Road) at 4527 West. As a condition of approval of the project, conveyance of additional SR-201 South Frontage Road right-of-way was required. B. RESOLUTION 23-167: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT AND ACCEPT A PERPETUAL EASEMENT AND A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT WITH AND FROM THE RIDGELAND DOWNS OWNERS ASSOCIATION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2745 SOUTH 3600 WEST Dan Johnson, Public Works Director, discussed proposed Resolution 23-167 that would authorize the City to Enter into a Real Estate Purchase Contract and Accept a Perpetual Easement and a Temporary Construction Easement With and From the Ridgeland Downs Owners Association for Property Located at 2745 South 3600 West. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Ridgeland Downs Owners Association parcel located at 2745 South 3600 West is one of several parcels affected by the Cross Towne Trail; 2700 West to Bangerter Highway Project. This project will provide for bike lanes on Parkway Boulevard from 2700 West to Bangerter Highway. The project  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -11- will also construct sidewalks on Parkway Boulevard where they do not currently exist and add new ADA ramps at street intersections on Parkway Boulevard. Compensation for the purchase of the Perpetual Easement, Temporary Construction Easement and improvements is $41,600.00 based upon the appraisal prepared by Integra Realty Resources. The project is being funded through the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). The city is responsible for 6.77% of all project costs, including right of way, making the West Valley City share of the acquisition $2,816.32. C. RESOLUTION 23-168: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT AND ACCEPT TWO WARRANTY DEEDS AND TWO TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENTS WITH AND FROM THE WEST BROOK PARK OWNER'S ASSOCIATION, INC FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2849 SOUTH BROOKWAY DRIVE Dan Johnson, Public Works Director, discussed proposed Resolution 23-168 that would authorize the City to Enter into a Real Estate Purchase Contract and Accept Two Warranty Deeds and Two Temporary Construction Easements With and From the West Brook Park Owner's Association, Inc for Property Located at 2849 South Brookway Drive. Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The West Brook Park Owners Association, Inc. parcel located at 2849 S. Brookway Drive is one of several parcels affected by the Cross Towne Trail; 2700 West to Bangerter Highway Project. This project will provide for bike lanes on Parkway Boulevard from 2700 West to Bangerter Highway. The project will also construct sidewalks on Parkway Boulevard where they do not currently exist and add new ADA ramps at street intersections on Parkway Boulevard. Compensation for the purchase of two Warranty Deeds, two Temporary Construction Easements and improvements is $2,050.00 based upon the Administrative Compensation Estimate prepared by Meridian Engineering. The project is being funded through the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). The city is responsible for 6.77% of all project costs, including right of way, making the West Valley City share of the acquisition $138.79.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -12- D. RESOLUTION 23-169: AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ENTER INTO A REAL ESTATE PURCHASE CONTRACT AND ACCEPT A WARRANTY DEED AND A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT WITH AND FROM PASCAL BRAUN FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3550 WEST PARKWAY BOULEVARD Dan Johnson, Public Works Director, discussed proposed Resolution 23-169 that would authorize the City to Enter into a Real Estate Purchase Contract and Accept a Warranty Deed and a Temporary Construction Easement With and From Pascal Braun for Property Located at 3550 West Parkway Boulevard Written documentation previously provided to the City Council included information as follows: The Pascal Braun parcel located at 3550 W. Parkway Boulevard is one of several parcels affected by the Cross Towne Trail; 2700 West to Bangerter Highway Project. This project will provide for bike lanes on Parkway Boulevard from 2700 West to Bangerter Highway. The project will also construct sidewalks on Parkway Boulevard where they do not currently exist and add new ADA ramps at street intersections on Parkway Boulevard. Compensation for the purchase of the Warranty Deed, Temporary Construction Easement and improvements is $600.00 based upon the Administrative Compensation Estimate prepared by Meridian Engineering, Inc. The project is being funded through the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). The city is responsible for 6.77% of all project costs, including right of way, making the West Valley City share of the acquisition $40.62. The City Council will consider Resolutions 23-166 through 23-169 on the Consent Agenda at the Regular Council Meeting scheduled October 3, 2023 at 6:30 P.M COMMUNICATIONS A. TRAFFIC CALMING DISCUSSION Dan Johnson, Public Works Director, provided a PowerPoint presentation summarized as follows: - Citizen request, petition, study, speed scoring criteria o Speed Point (10 points per MPH over speed limit) + volume points (1/2 point per 100 vehicles) + Other (schools, etc) (5 points per ped generator (Limit to 10 points)= Traffic calming index MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -13- - Recommended Traffic Calming Index Threshold Change o Index >70<85- Install Radar Signs o Index >/=85- Initiate, Phased Traffic calming, Implementation - Recommendation: Phased Implementation of Traffic Calming o Phase 1  Install radar feedback signs o Phase 2  After 2 years of radar signs, PW wll automatically reschedule a speed study o Phase 3  If speeds still meet threshold after radar signs.  Poll Neighborhood  2/3 vote required o Phase 4  Install permanent speed humps Councilmember Harmon stated that he would like to see less radar signs and more speed bumps since the cost is similar and speed bumps are known to be effective while radar signs aren’t always. Councilmember Huynh asked if car accidents are awarded points in the study. Dan replied that there haven’t been clear statistical patterns in data that link car accidents in neighborhoods to speeding. He noted that most often, distracted driving is what causes accidents in neighborhoods. Councilmember Huynh stated that if a street meets the 80-85 point threshold, speed bumps should be installed. Mayor Lang expressed concern related to the suggested phasing that would limit a second study to 2 years. She indicated that residents are already frustrated and having to wait an additional two years for a solution, if the speed signs don’t work, would add to that frustration. The Mayor and Council discussed what would constitute a walkway (bus stops, schools located on the street, crossing guard locations, etc.). Councilmember Nordfelt asked if there have been instances where residents have expressed concern with speed bumps. Dan replied no but added that there aren’t many locations in the City that have speed bumps. Mayor Lang asked when residents can apply for the study. Dan replied April-October. Mayor Lang asked if the speed signs relay data back to the City. Dan replied not currently but that is an option. After further discussion, the Mayor and Council requested that the speed study be adjusted as follows: - Radar signs are installed at 70 points with another study automatically conducted after one year to check for improvement. - Speed bumps are automatically installed at 80 points if 2/3 of residents who respond to polling are in agreement  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -14- Dan agreed to look into feedback signs that transmit data and to determine a good way to poll residents. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked if street plows will still plow on streets with speed humps. Dan replied yes. The Mayor and Council had no further questions or concerns. B. COUNCIL CALENDAR Mayor Lang referenced a Memorandum previously received from the City Manager that outlined upcoming meetings and events. Nichole Camac, City Recorder, asked if anyone would like to attend the NAACP banquet. Members of the City Council had no further questions regarding the Council Update. NEW BUSINESS A. POTENTIAL FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Councilmember Harmon indicated that now would be a good time to begin discussion on an evaluation form for the City Manager as well as a possible contract. The Council agreed to add this as a recurring agenda item each week. Councilmember Huynh stated that he would like City Hall to be open 5 days a week instead of 4 days a week. Councilmember Fitisemanu asked if this is a concern the Council is hearing from residents. Councilmember Christensen replied no and stated that it has been this way for over 20 years. Councilmember Nordfelt stated that residents like the option of being able to go in before and after work with the extended hours. Councilmember Fitisemanu agreed and added that essential services are still open. Councilmember Harmon stated that he believes more residents will come between 7-8 or 5-6 than would come on a Friday afternoon. B. COUNCIL REPORTS COUNCILMEMBER WHETSTONE- TEMPORARY SHELTER Councilmember Whetstone stated that he attended the open house for the temporary shelter. COUNCILMEMBER NORDFELT- PETE HARMON DAY Councilmember Nordfelt stated that Pete Harmon Day was a great event.  MINUTES OF COUNCIL STUDY MEETING – OCTOBER 24, 2023 -15- MAYOR LANG- CHILI COOK OFF Mayor Lang stated that she attended the chili cookoff and was impressed with West Valley City’s submissions. C. STRATEGIC DISCUSSION LIST Mayor Lang stated that items would continue to be discussed on the list. MOTION TO ADJOURN Upon motion by Councilmember Harmon all voted in favor to adjourn. THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS OF THE WEST VALLEY COUNCIL THE STUDY MEETING ON TUESDAY OCTOBER 24, 2023 WAS ADJOURNED AT 5:52 PM BY MAYOR LANG. 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, October 24, 2023. _______________________________ Nichole Camac, CMC City Recorder