City Council

WHITE CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES October 2, 2025 WHITE CITY WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 999 E GALENA DRIVE, WHITE CITY, UTAH 84094 Mayor: Mayor Paulina Flint City Council: Council Member Greg Shelton Council Member Linda Price Council Member Phillip Cardenaz Council Member Tyler Huish Staff: Rori Andreason, City Administrator/City Recorder; Paul Ashton, Attorney; Dave Sanderson, Financial Manager; Mike Milne, Code Enforcement Supervisor; Steven Kuhlmeier, SL County Operations; Chief Ken Aldridge, UFA; Chief Mike Bullock, Sandy Deputy Fire Chief; Detective Josh Smith, and Chief April Morse, UPD. 6:00 PM – Workshop Mayor Flint called the workshop meeting to order at 6:00 PM and confirmed that all Council Members were present. 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS Brent Potter, the chair of the City Community Council, announced an upcoming candidate meet and greet event scheduled for October 3rd at AltaView Elementary. 2. DISCUSSION/CLARIFICATION OF AGENDA ITEMS No items were discussed. 3. PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PRESENTATION Steven Kuhlmeier presented a detailed overview of pavement management services provided by Salt Lake County Public Works Operations, including road inspections, maintenance activities, and condition index analysis. The presentation highlighted the current state of White City's roads, which are generally in fair to good condition, with a goal to improve the overall pavement condition index to 80. He presented a 20-year forecast model for road maintenance, explaining key assumptions including a linear deterioration rate, 6.5% construction inflation, and an overlay capacity of 135,000 square feet for White City (6% of total MSD capacity). The White City Council Meeting Minutes – Page 1 discussion revealed that while White City's roads were in poor condition (only 18% rated as very good), they had received significant attention through both MSD bond funding and other sources, with recent major reconstruction projects completed. The team noted that while they currently lack comprehensive historical road maintenance data, they are working to improve their GIS database tracking to better monitor and forecast future maintenance needs. The meeting focused on reviewing road maintenance funding and treatment plans for White City. The Council discussed discrepancies in square footage calculations and agreed to verify and correct the figures. Mr. Kuhlmeier presented a model showing the need for additional funding in some years, particularly during higher-level maintenance projects. They discussed the importance of preventative maintenance and the goal of treating 1% of the road network annually. He mentioned that the MSD would be proposing additional preventative maintenance projects at the next board meeting. He reviewed the interactive map showing the 3-year maintenance plan and various proposed projects. The group discussed the condition of roads in White City, particularly focusing on updates and improvements made over the years. They addressed concerns about the accuracy of a map showing road conditions, with Steven explaining that the data should be current within the last three years, though some areas may have been missed. The conversation also touched on stormwater improvements and ADA compliance projects, including ongoing work on ramps and sidewalks. 4. DISCUSS CODE ENFORCEMENT Mike Milne, Code Enforcement Supervisor, introduced his team Max Chavez and Sasha Loudounslayer. He said they are currently operating with three and a half officers and planning to hire a fifth. He discussed the process for handling code violations, including steps like issuing notices, following up on compliance, and arranging abatements if necessary. The team emphasized their focus on achieving compliance rather than generating revenue, with a detailed explanation of the timeline for addressing violations and the consequences for non-compliance, including the possibility of affecting property sales. Mr. Milne discussed the current status of weeds and zoning cases in White City, noting there are 5 existing weeds and 22 open zoning cases under violation notices. The team agreed to collect and analyze statistics on types of calls received over the past 12 months to identify potential code enforcement gaps. They also discussed the need to help elderly residents who are unable to maintain their properties, with plans to identify and assist those in need. He encouraged residents to report code violations through the MSD reporting tool. 5. DISCUSS FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Council Member Tyler Huish requested the following future agenda items: WUI Code Adoption, Public Outreach and Community Strategy, and continued discussion from ADU Committee. Mayor Flint closed the workshop meeting. White City Council Meeting Minutes – Page 2 BUSINESS MEETING 1. Welcome and Determine Quorum Mayor Flint stated a quorum was present allowing the meeting to proceed. 2. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL REPORT Dave Sanderson reviewed the most current financial report with the Council which is dated August 31, 2025. He said everything is right in line with revenues and expenditure for the year. MOTION: Council Member Shelton seconded by Council Member Cardenaz, motioned to accept the financial report. The motion passed by unanimous vote. 3. UNIFIED FIRE AUTHORITY REPORT Chief Aldridge said it’s been a busy month for UFA. They had a groundbreaking for a new station in Herriman. They are in need of replacements of the older buildings and the one in Herriman is one of the oldest buildings. He discussed the 20 remaining recruits in the current recruit camp. He said UFA is still offering CPR courses so if anyone is interested, they can attend. He said the cost is $60 per person and is a four-hour course. UFA will hold its annual awards ceremony on October 16th in Riverton. He said the public and Council are welcome to attend. He said UFA is also participating in the Firefighter Chili Cookoff on October 18th at the America First Field Pavilion. He said this is an annual fundraiser they participate in with the University of Utah Burn Camp. He reminded everyone of daylight savings time next month which is also a good time to check your smoke detector batteries and CO detectors. Chief Bullock reviewed the quarterly report from Sandy City. There were 21 total incidents, 4 fire- related incidents and 17 medical calls. He said the quarterly average is 23 so it is about status quo. He said they also have a recruiting camp that will be finishing up mid-November. He said they will be having a pancake breakfast at Station 31 on October 11th from 8 am to 10 am. He said Station 31 is the new fire station in Sandy on Monroe Street and 9200 South. He discussed a new program called Community Connect where residents can login to a portal and add information about their home (i.e. where their gas and water shutoffs are, if they have pets or if anyone is disabled). This will assist the firefighters with additional information when responding to the home. This program will be available to Sandy, White City, and Granite residents. He said he would get fliers out as soon as they are ready. He also introduced Assistant Chief Darren who was in attendance at the meeting. They have reorganized their liaisons so the assistant chiefs will attend the meetings from time to time. 4. UNIFIED POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT Detective Josh Smith updated the Council on the recent calls in White City. Last year the average number of calls was around 30 but it looks like it’s trending upwards to the mid 40’s. He White City Council Meeting Minutes – Page 3 reported that the tire deflation case is now with the district attorney’s office. He said there was a total of 28 cases dealing with the tire deflation devices and about $8,000 in damages. He said there is an address he needs to look into due to the number of calls. He said it might be a user error with an alarm system, but they are receiving some burglar alarm drops. He said they do go out to the address to make sure everyone is ok. Other than that, the calls are the usual welfare checks, which is a good thing. He also discussed caution and safety in regard to trick or treating at the end of the month. The Council discussed e-bike and e-scooter laws and whether individuals can ride them on the sidewalks. Detective Smith said they are working on more information regarding this issue to be sent out. They created a great video regarding e-bikes and e-scooters. 5. ACTION ITEMS 5.1 Approve Minutes of October 2, 2025 MOTION: Council Member Huish, seconded by Council Member Shelton, motioned to accept the minutes of September 4, 2025. The motion passed by unanimous vote. 6. DISCUSSION ITEMS 6.1 DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING CITIZEN REQUEST FOR BENCHES ON GULLEY BRIDGE Rori Andreason said Jordan Burns contacted the city with a desire to add benches to the gully bridge for his grandparents who like to walk but need to rest on occasion. Jordan Burns said he and his cousins would like to donate some benches for the trail but wasn’t sure of the process. Mayor Flint said she would need to involve Parks and Recreation in this process to make sure the style of bench is adequate. She expressed her appreciation for Jordan and his family wanting to add the benches for their grandparents. 6.2 DISCUSSION REGARDING SOUTH SALT LAKE VALLEY MOSQUITO ABATEMENT PROPOSED TAX INCREASE Council Member Linda Price said the South Salt Lake Valley Mosquito Abatement District is proposed a tax increase with a public hearing in December. She said they have not had a tax increase for the last 14 years. She said they need to raise $320,000 to pay for rising costs of doing business and having an efficient operation. The proposed tax increase would be $.77 cents a year MOTION: Council Member Price seconded by Council Member Shelton moved approve the proposed tax increase for the South Salt Lake Valley Mosquito District for 2026. The motion passed unanimously. White City Council Meeting Minutes – Page 4  6.3 PRESENTATION OF EXAMPLES ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND CODE OF CONDUCT OF PUBLIC OFFICIALS Paul Ashton said samples of codes of conduct were in the packet for the Council to review. The samples are not an exhaustive list of what’s been approved throughout the valley but it’s a starting point for the Council to consider. He said his intention was to reach out to the council members individually to get their feel for the code and then bring back a draft for consideration to be adopted. The samples included social media policies as well as codes of conduct. He also discussed the process of creating committees. He recommended formalizing the process. Citizens serving on committees will need to sign off on a code of conduct as well stating they will treat people with respect and recognize the confidentiality of materials they receive. 7. COUNCIL REPORTS 7.1 Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District/Council of Governments Mayor Flint said the MSD has been working with one meeting a month instead of two. So far it has been working well. She said the Board discussed whether they wanted to be a member of the Utah Association of Special Districts and passed a resolution regarding who would represent the MSD at the UASD. Keith Zuspan was designated as the primary representative and Mayor Flint was designated as the alternate. She distributed some flier’s other cities have created regarding issues like e-bikes, etc. that she thought would be very helpful for White City. She said other cities are showing interest in the services the MSD provides. 7.2 Unified Fire Authority/Unified Fire Service Area Council Member Huish said the meeting last month was pretty standard. They reviewed the financial and previous meeting minutes. They gave initial approval for financing through JP Morgan Chase. He said they will be distributing educational materials for lithium-ion batteries. They will give us a digital version as well as one that can be sent out to the residents. He suggested putting the information on the City’s website. He said when charging lithium batteries, it should always be done outside, never inside. Because they are at risk of overcharging and combusting and catching on fire, they cannot be put out by the traditional means. So, all the fire department can do is keep throwing water on the fire and wait until it burns out. He recommended unplugging your computer at night as well. 7.3 Mosquito Abatement/Salt Lake County Animal Control Council Member Price discussed the process of notifying residents with horses regarding the West Nile Virus. She said the procedure is to notify the state and the state vet contacts the individual vets if there is an issue in the area. She said there has not been any issue in our district. She said it is the end of the season, so their crews are pretty well finished for the year. She discussed the positive pools of mosquitos with the West Nile virus as well as the human cases statewide and White City Council Meeting Minutes – Page 5 nationally. She said there was one death from the West Nile Virus in Davis County. Council Member Price said Salt Lake County Animal Services did not have a meeting; they are only meeting quarterly. However, she wanted to thank the Community Council for submitting a basket for the auction at the Spaygetti and No Balls Fundraiser that is being held next Friday night. 7.4 Unified Police Department/SLVLESA Council Member Cardenaz said the UPD Board reviewed their financials, and budget. He said they accepted donations of a couple surplus vehicles which are always appreciated. He said SLVLESA is looking to wrap up the meetings with the district consulting firm pretty quick. He said the attorneys are still discussing some of the numbers to see what might be a fair ask. He said the meetings have been very interesting to see what resources we have. It’s impressive to see how much UPD is able to do for the City. 7.5 Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling District Council Member Shelton said the Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling District now has a new CEO. He said the retirement parties and open house for Pam Roberts went very well. The board meeting was taken up by a lot of the retirement well wishes. He said the Board presented Pam with a jersey with the WFWRD logo and a basketball theme, then the board members autographed it. He said Pam actually played basketball in college, so the gift was very appreciated. He said there are reminders going out about the monthly billing that starts in 2026. He said they will be doing a lot of campaigns for the monthly billing until people get used to it. He said he still had some vouchers for the dump if anyone needed one. 8. Closed Sessions if Needed as Allowed Under Utah Code Ann. §52-4-205 No closed session was needed. 9. Adjourn Council Member Huish, seconded by Council Member Shelton, motioned to adjourn. The motion passed unanimously. Mayor Flint declared the meeting adjourned at 7:56 p.m. Rori L. Andreason, City Recorder Approved this 13th day of November 2025. White City Council Meeting Minutes – Page 6