D A T E T U E S D A Y A P R I L 5, 2016
THE SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL, STATE OF UTAH, MET ON TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2016, PURSUANT TO ADJOURNMENT ON TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2016, AT THE HOUR OF 4:05:23 PM, AT THE SALT LAKE COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER, 2001 SO. STATE STREET, ROOM N1-110, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH.
COUNCIL MEMBERS
PRESENT: JENNIFER WILSON[1]
RICHARD SNELGROVE
JIM BRADLEY
ARLYN BRADSHAW
AIMEE WINDER NEWTON
SAM GRANATO
STEVEN DEBRY
MAX BURDICK, Chair
COUNCIL MEMBERS
EXCUSED: MICHAEL JENSEN
OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE: BEN MCADAMS, MAYOR
SIM GILL, DISTRICT ATTORNEY
PLANNING & ZONING
By: CHRIS PRESTON, DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY
JASON ROSE, LEGAL COUNSEL, COUNCIL OFFICE
SHERRIE SWENSEN, COUNTY CLERK
By: LINDA DUFFY & NICHOLE WATT, DEPUTY CLERKS
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Council Member Burdick, Chair, presided.
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Ms. Alexandra Eframo opened the meeting with an invocation/reading/thought.
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Ms. Emily Burdick Riser led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
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Council Member Bradshaw, seconded by Council Member Bradley, moved to approve the minutes of the Salt Lake County Council meeting held on Tuesday, March 22, 2016. The motion passed unanimously, showing that all Council Members present voted “Aye.”
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Ms. Alexandra Eframo spoke under “Citizen Public Input” regarding her opposition to abortion and Planned Parenthood.
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Mayor Ben McAdams read the following resolution proclaiming April 4th to April 10th as “National Public Health Week:”
P R O C L A M A T I O N
Recognizing April 4 – 10 as Public Health Week in Salt Lake County
WHEREAS, health is not the absence of disease but the ability to live life to its fullest; and
WHEREAS, Salt Lake County strives to become the healthiest county in the nation by helping residents live longer, healthier lives and by promoting and protecting public and environmental health; and
WHEREAS, improving our health means working hard to give everyone the opportunity to be healthy and ensuring that health is a priority, whether by supporting policies that protect the air we breathe, ensuring healthy housing, parks, and playgrounds are available, offering nutritious, affordable food options, or by advocating for quality healthcare; and
WHEREAS, Salt Lake County’s public health professionals help make the county healthier by educating residents about reducing obesity rates, increasing physical activity, improving maternal and child wellness, and making healthier choices, and by implementing measures to prevent chronic and infectious diseases; and
WHEREAS, by supporting our public health system, we can build upon past successes and establish a solid foundation for the future; so that we can reach the goal of becoming the healthiest county in the nation.
THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED, that I, Ben McAdams, Mayor of Salt Lake County, do hereby declare the week of April 4 – 10, 2016 as Public Health Week in Salt Lake County.
ADOPTED on this 5th day of April, 2016.
SALT LAKE COUNTY MAYOR
By /s/ BEN McADAMS
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Mayor Ben McAdams read the following resolution proclaiming April as “Fair Housing Month.”
P R O C L A M A T I O N
Recognizing April as “Fair Housing Month”
WHEREAS, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act, which guarantees fair housing for all residents of the United States, was signed into law in April 1968; and
WHEREAS, the Month of April is nationally recognized as Fair Housing Month and a time to reflect on and reaffirm our national commitment to the ideal that fair housing opportunity is available to everyone in the United States without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status and disability; and
WHEREAS, this year’s theme, “Shared Opportunity In Every Community”, denotes a collaborative effort with HUD and its housing partners in realizing increased housing opportunities for every individual; and
WHEREAS, the State of Utah, which passed its own Fair Housing Act in 1989, recognizing and affirming that all persons in the State of Utah are free to purchase, rent, finance and insure their homes without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, disability or source of income; and
WHEREAS, Salt Lake County welcomes this opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to the principal of fair housing for all and is committed to all efforts that address discrimination in our communities, supports all programs that will educate the public concerning their rights to equal housing opportunity and to assuring every person their right to live free of the fear of housing discrimination;
THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED, that I, Ben McAdams, Mayor of Salt Lake County, do hereby proclaim the month of April 2016, as Fair Housing Month and urge all citizens to recognize this celebration for the purpose of improving the quality of life for all residents.
ADOPTED on this 5th day of April, 2016.
SALT LAKE COUNTY MAYOR
By /s/ BEN McADAMS
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Mayor Ben McAdams read the following resolution proclaiming April 5, 2016 as “National Service Recognition Day:”
P R O C L A M A T I O N
Declaring April 5 as National Service Recognition Day
WHEREAS, service to others is a hallmark of the American character and central to how we meet our challenges; and
WHEREAS, the nation’s mayors are increasingly turning to national service and volunteerism as a cost-effective strategy to meet needs; and
WHEREAS, Senior Corps volunteers and AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Vista Members address the most pressing challenges facing our cities and counties, from educating students for the jobs of the 21st century, supporting veterans and military families, providing health services and helping communities recover from natural disaster; and
WHEREAS, three hundred ninety-nine Salt Lake County Senior Corps (RSVP, Foster Grandparents and Senior Companions) volunteers helped children improve their reading scores and seniors remain in their homes; the Salt Lake County AmeriCorps program placed 20 full time AmeriCorps Members in eight community agencies that serve the homeless; and AmeriCorps VISTA Members recruited 1446 volunteers who provided 41701 hours of service; and
WHEREAS, national service represents a unique public-private partnership that invests in community solutions and leverages non-federal resources to strengthen community impact and increase the return on taxpayer dollars; and
WHEREAS, the Corporation for National and Community Service shares a priority with mayors nationwide to engage citizens, improve lives, and strengthen communities; and is joining with the National League of Cities, City of Service, and mayors across the country to recognize the impact of service on the Mayor and County Recognition Day for National Service on April 5, 2016.
THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED, that I, Ben McAdams, the Mayor of Salt Lake County do hereby proclaim April 5, 2016 as National Service Recognition Day and encourage residents to recognize the positive impact of national service in our county; to thank those who serve; and to find ways to give back to their communities.
ADOPTED on this 5th day of April, 2016.
SALT LAKE COUNTY MAYOR
By /s/ BEN McADAMS
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Council Member Bradley spoke under “Report of Council Members” stating last week he and Council Member Granato rode with volunteers for the Meals on Wheels program. It is the corporate and individual volunteers who make this program work. It was also rewarding to see the friendships that develop between recipients and drivers.
Council Member Granato spoke under “Report of Council Members” stating this was a phenomenal experience to ride with volunteers for the Meals on Wheels program. He was impressed with the passion the volunteers put into Meals on Wheels.
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Council Member Burdick spoke under “Report of Council Members” stating the Unified Police Department (UPD) Canyon Unit recently had the Sheriff’s inmate labor detail collect trash in Little Cottonwood Canyon. At the end of the day they had gathered five tons of trash. UPD is committed to keeping the canyon safe, clean, and free.
He also announced that on Thursday, April 7, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. there will be a groundbreaking ceremony for the new District Attorney’s building in Salt Lake City.
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Council Member Newton read the following resolution proclaiming April 2016 as “Child Abuse Prevention Month:”
Joint Proclamation of the Salt Lake County Council
and the Salt Lake County Mayor
WHEREAS, the people of Salt Lake County are our greatest resource, and investing in the general welfare, safety, and livelihood of our next generation is of utmost importance; and
WHEREAS, all children deserve to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment to assure they reach their full potential, and
WHEREAS, the protection of children and strengthening of families is the concern and responsibility of all Salt Lake County citizens; and
WHEREAS, child abuse is a serious problem with 3,550 confirmed child victims in Salt Lake County last fiscal year, with each of those cases negatively impacting an entire family, and
WHEREAS, all citizens of Salt Lake County should become more aware of child abuse and its prevention within their respective communities and actively encourage and support parents to raise their children in a safe nurturing environment, and
WHEREAS, decreasing the occurrence of child abuse will make a positive, substantial impact on the children of today who will grow to be the leaders of tomorrow.
NOW THEREFORE, the Salt Lake County Council and the Salt Lake County Mayor on behalf of the 1,091,742 citizens of Salt Lake County, proclaim April 2016 as Child Abuse Prevention Month and we call upon all our citizens to become aware of the impact of child abuse and join in working for its prevention within our communities.
APPROVED and ADOPTED this 5th day of April, 2016.
SALT LAKE COUNTY MAYOR SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL
By /s/ BEN MCADAMS By /s/ MAX BURDICK
Council Chair
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The Council reviewed a request to contribute $2,000 to Prevent Child Abuse Utah from the Council’s Contribution Fund and $500 from the Mayor’s Contribution Fund to help with the Adopt a School Program.
Council Member Bradshaw, seconded by Council Member Newton, moved to ratify the votes taken in the Committee of the Whole meeting. [Council Member Wilson, seconded by Council Member Bradley, moved to approve the $2,000 contribution from the Council Contribution Fund and forward the request to the 4:00 p.m. Council meeting for formal consideration. The motion passed unanimously. Council Member Jensen was absent for the vote. Council Member Snelgrove, seconded by Council Member DeBry, moved to approve the $500 contribution from the Mayor’s Contribution Fund and forward the request to the 4:00 p.m. Council meeting for formal consideration. The motion passed unanimously. Council Member Jensen was absent for the vote.] The Council motion passed unanimously, showing that all Council Members present voted “Aye.”
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The Council reviewed a request from Race Swami, a non-profit USA Swimming Club, to build an Aquatic Center adjacent to Salt Lake County’s Northwest Multipurpose Center.
Council Member Bradshaw, seconded by Council Member Newton, moved to ratify the vote taken in the Committee of the Whole meeting. [Council Member Wilson, seconded by Council Member Granato, moved to ask the Community Services Department to look at this and bring information back to the Council in May, and to forward the matter to the 4:00 p.m. Council meeting. The motion passed unanimously.] The Council motion passed unanimously, showing that all Council Members present voted “Aye.”
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The Council reviewed a request to reappoint Michael Jensen to serve as the County’s representative on the Salt Lake Valley Law Enforcement Service Area Board and the Unified Police Department Board to serve four-year terms.
Council Member Bradshaw, seconded by Council Member Newton, moved to ratify the vote taken in the Committee of the Whole meeting. [Council Member Bradshaw, seconded by Council Member Snelgrove, moved to approve the reappointments and forward them to the 4:00 p.m. Council meeting for formal consideration. The motion passed unanimously. Council Member Jensen was absent for the vote.] The Council motion passed unanimously, showing that all Council Members present voted “Aye.”
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Council Member Newton recognized members of the Salt Lake Youth Government Council. Members of the Youth Government Council have done monthly community service projects, attended Youth Day at the Legislature, and recently conducted a STEM community service project with children and youth at the Midvale Homeless Shelter.
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Mr. Michael S. Leary, an employee of the District Attorney’s Office, submitted a Disclosure of Private Business Interests form advising the Council that he is the Law Enforcement Security/Liaison at Judge Memorial Catholic High School, a board member of the Utah Society of Certified Public Managers, and a board member of International Footprinters Association Salt Lake Antelope Island Chapter #3.