Salt Lake County public meetings in 2023

County Council

The Council will review proposed transportation projects funded by the 4th Quarter Local Option Sales Tax. The agenda also includes a resolution to increase SLVLESA budgeted property tax revenues by 7.03% for 2024.

• Review of FY 2024 4th Quarter proposed transportation projects
• Resolution to increase SLVLELESA property tax revenues by 7.03% beginning in 2024
• $80,000 total funding ($40,000 grant and $40,000 match) for Emigration Canyon restroom restoration
• Zoning reclassification of 3198 N 2200 W from A-2 to A-1
• Approval of a $7,500 incentive plan for Benton Johnson in the Treasurer's Office

Board of Equalization

The Board will decide on exempt property recommendations and review greenbelt rollback appeals, personal property appeals, and assessor and hearing officer recommendations.

• Approval of Exempt Property Recommendations for Tax Year 2023
• Greenbelt BOE Rollback Appeal for L.H.Perry Investments, LLC
• Personal Property Appeals Review

The Board of Equalization approved several lists of assessor recommendations, exempt properties, and personal property appeals. The board also voted to reinstate a greenbelt status for a property used for grazing.

• Approved BoE minutes from 12/05/23 (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property list (unanimous)
• Approved reinstatement of greenbelt status for a grazing property (unanimous)
• Approved personal property appeals list (unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council meeting includes a proclamation to recognize the Herriman Boys Cross Country Team following their national victory. The agenda contains no other legislative or business items.

• Proclamation honoring the Herriman Boys Cross Country Team

The County Council issued a proclamation honoring the Herriman High School Varsity Boys Cross Country Team for winning the 2023 Nike Cross National championship. No other substantive business was conducted during the meeting.

• Approved proclamation honoring Herriman Boys Cross Country Team

County Council

The Council is reviewing proposed transportation projects funded by the 4th Quarter Local Option Sales Tax. The agenda also includes a resolution to increase SLVLESA property tax revenues by 7.03% for 2024.

• Review of FY 2024 4th Quarter Proposed Transportation Projects
• Resolution to increase SLVLESA budgeted property tax revenues by 7.03%
• $80,000 total grant and match for Emigration Canyon restroom restoration
• Zoning reclassification from A-2 to A-1 at 3198 N 2200 W
• Amendments to Countywide Policy 1350 and Human Resources policies

The Council approved a property tax increase for the Salt Lake Valley Law Enforcement Service Area to address rising costs and depleted funds. Other key actions included approving FY 2024 transportation projects and amending several countywide human resources and fleet policies.

• Approved 7.03% property tax increase for SLVLESA (8-1)
• Approved FY 2024 4th Quarter proposed transportation projects (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Policy 1350 removing driving course requirements for mileage reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved HR policy changes regarding reasonable accommodations and leave payouts (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing county resources for the Salt Lake County Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved amended lease agreement with Utah Museum of Contemporary Art (unanimous)
• Approved reclassifying property from A-2 to A-1 Agriculture zone (unanimous)
• Approved $80,000 total for Emigration Canyon restroom restoration (unanimous)

Municipal Building Authority

The Board will discuss and consider approval of the 2024 Budget Resolution. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 20, 2023, meeting.

• Discussion and approval of Salt Lake County Municipal Building Authority Resolution - 2024 Budget
• Approval of June 20, 2023, MBA Meeting Minutes

The Board unanimously approved the annual budget for fiscal year 2024. This action included providing for necessary tax and other revenues to fund the budget and approving year-end adjustments to the 2023 budget.

• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 54 for the fiscal year 2024 budget (unanimous)

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to discuss the results of the November 21, 2023, Special Congressional District 2 Election. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 19, 2023, meeting.

• Canvass of the November 21, 2023, Special Congressional District 2 Election
• Approval of September 19, 2023 Board of Canvassers Minutes

The Board of Canvassers approved the results of the November 21, 2023, Special Congressional District 2 Election. County Clerk Lannie Chapman reported a voter turnout of 160,273, or 31.2 percent. The certified county results will be included in the state's final canvass.

• Approved September 19, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved and certified the 2023 General Election results for Congressional District 2 (unanimous)

Redevelopment Agency

The Salt Lake County Redevelopment Agency is meeting to discuss and approve the annual budget for fiscal year 2024. The board will also consider an interlocal agreement for the agency to receive administrative services from the county.

• Approval of the Salt Lake County Redevelopment Agency 2024 Budget
• Interlocal Agreement between Salt Lake County and the Redevelopment Agency for administrative services
• Approval of November 7, 2023, meeting minutes

The Governing Board unanimously approved the annual budget for fiscal year 2024. The board also approved an interlocal agreement for Salt Lake County to provide administrative services to the agency.

• Adopted the fiscal year 2024 annual budget (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Salt Lake County for administrative services (unanimous)
• Approved November 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to approve recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The body will review property value adjustments, exempt property lists for tax year 2023, and personal property appeals.

• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (23-1145)
• Review of significant adjustments (23-1146)
• Recommendations on exempt property for tax year 2023 (23-1139)
• Personal property recommended actions (23-1135)
• Possible closed session regarding commercial information

The Board of Equalization approved several lists of tax-related recommendations, including assessor and hearing officer adjustments and exempt property lists. The board also approved significant adjustments and personal property appeals.

• Approved minutes from 23-1102 (unanimous)
• Approved assessor and hearing officer recommendations 23-1145, removing parcel 15-35-200-052-0000 from the dismissal list (unanimous)
• Approved significant adjustments 23-1146 (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations 23-1139 (unanimous)
• Approved personal property appeals 23-1135 (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will discuss and vote on the adoption of the final fiscal year 2024 budget. This includes decisions on tax revenues, budget appropriations, personnel allocations, and compensation adjustments for county officials and employees.

• Adoption of final 2024 Budget Resolution
• Approval of 2023 budget adjustments
• Adoption of compensation adjustments for county officials and employees

The Council unanimously approved the final 2024 budget, including personnel allocations and salary adjustments for employees and elected officials. The resolution also adopted year-end adjustments for the 2023 budget and appropriated federal ARPA funds.

• Adopted final 2024 budget, tax revenues, and personnel allocations (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 salary compensation adjustments for employees and elected officials (unanimous)
• Adopted final year-end adjustments to the 2023 fiscal year budget (unanimous)
• Appropriated federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds (unanimous)
• Reduced TRCC funding to West Valley City from $2 million to $900,000 (unanimous)
• Reclassified Mayor's Office Grant Writer as an appointed position instead of merit (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 fee changes (unanimous)

County Council

The Council will discuss final 2023 budget adjustments and a proposed tax increase for UFSA. The agenda also includes several board appointments and a first reading of an ordinance regarding sex-specific and sex-neutral changing facilities at county recreational sites.

• Review and approval of final 2023 budget adjustments
• Presentation concerning a proposed UFSA tax increase
• Public hearing for rezoning property at 3198 N 200 W from A-2 to A-1
• First reading of ordinance regarding sex-specific and sex-neutral changing facilities in county parks
• Consideration of the 2024 fee schedule for Unincorporated Salt Lake County

The Council voted to table a proposed ordinance regarding the use of changing facilities at county recreational facilities. Other actions included approving the 2024 fee schedule for unincorporated areas and finalizing 2023 budget adjustments.

• Tabled ordinance on sex-specific changing facilities (8-1)
• Approved 2024 Fee Schedule for Planning, Development, and Engineering Services (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 year-end budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Rusty Vetter to the Board of Health (unanimous)
• Approved list of nominees for Central Utah Water Conservancy District Board (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to TRCC Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of A-2 to A-1 agricultural rezoning for 3198 N 2200 W (unanimous)
• Approved Behavioral Health and Arts and Culture board appointments (unanimous)

TRCC - Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention

The Salt Lake County Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention (TRCC) committee will discuss a scope change request for West Valley City's Veterans Hall and Park and consider approving $250,000 from TRCC funds for a Jordan River Regional Park Master Plan. The meeting includes public comment and may take final action on these items.

• Discussion of scope change request for West Valley City's Veterans Hall and Park (23-1127)
• Approval of $250,000 for Jordan River Regional Park Master Plan from TRCC funds (23-1120)
• Public comment period
• No minutes to approve

The TRCC board unanimously approved a scope change for the West Valley City Veterans Hall project, reducing the requested funding to $923,000 for Phases 1 and 2. The board also unanimously approved $250,000 from TRCC funds for a new Master Plan for the Jordan River Regional Park. No public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned after these approvals.

• Approved scope change for West Valley City Veterans Hall project (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 for Jordan River Regional Park Master Plan (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn approved

Debt Review Committee

The Debt Review Committee will meet to review a market update and discuss general obligation bonds. The body will also review the judgment levy process and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Market update presented by Johnathan Ward of Zions Bank
• Discussion of General Obligation Bond
• Review of Judgment Levy Process
• Discussion of 2024 Meeting Schedule

The committee voted to request that the County Council seek a legislative fix for inconsistencies between State Code and Tax Commission rules regarding judgment levies. Members also discussed a potential $300 million general obligation bond for jail renovations and received a market update on inflation and interest rates.

• Approved sending a letter to the Council supporting a legislative change to resolve Utah State Code and Tax Commission rule inconsistencies (Unanimous)
• Agreed to maintain the meeting schedule of the last Wednesday of each month from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for 2024
• Agreed to forego the December meeting
• Tabled approval of March 29, 2023 minutes as members had not reviewed them

County Council

The Council will discuss the 2024 tentative budget, including reduction strategies and compensation. The meeting also includes notices for several public hearings scheduled for December 5, 2023.

• Discussion of 2024 tentative budget strategies and transformational initiatives
• Public hearing notice for the 2024 Salt Lake County Budget on December 5, 2023
• Fee waiver request for Chabad Lubavitch of Utah for Menorah Lightings in Abravanel Hall Plaza
• Venue agreement for use of the Clark Planetarium IMAX Theater
• Personal property tax refund request for $31,890.53

The Salt Lake County Council directed savings strategies for the 2024 budget, including eliminating vacant positions and applying contra accounts, while rejecting a hiring freeze. The Council voted to eliminate the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and cut funding for the WISE program and in-home opioid disposal kits. Several other budget items were adjusted, including reducing contributions to the Sports Commission and approving library digital collections over expanded Sunday hours.

• Adopted legislative intent for 2024 budget savings (unanimous)
• Eliminated Office of Diversity and Inclusion (5-4)
• Eliminated WISE program from budget (6-3)
• Cut funding for in-home opioid disposal kits (5-4)
• Approved $6.4 million allocation for Southwest Performing Arts Center (unanimous)
• Denied expanded library Sunday hours; approved $280,000 for digital collection (6-3)
• Reduced Sports Commission contribution from $100,000 to $50,000 (8-1)
• Approved $150,000 contribution to Sundance Film Festival (7-2)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will consider recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer regarding value adjustments. The board will also review a list of exempt property recommendations for the 2023 tax year.

• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (23-1095)
• Review of Significant Adjustment 23-1094
• Recommendations on Exempt Property for Tax Year 2023 (23-1081)
• Approval of November 7, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Equalization approved the minutes from the October 23 meeting. The board also approved assessor and hearing officer recommendations, significant value adjustments, and a list of exempt properties.

• Approved October 23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved significant value adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations (unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is holding a work session to review the proposed 2024 budget, including presentations from Human Services, Community Services, the Salt Palace Convention Center, Visit Salt Lake, and other departments. The Council will also discuss a $320,000 grant agreement with Visit Salt Lake to support the Cottonwood Connect ski shuttle program for the 2023-2024 season, and consider setting a public hearing for a zoning reclassification. Several items are for discussion or direction, not final action.

• 2024 budget workshop covering Human Services and Community Services departments
• $320,000 grant agreement with Visit Salt Lake for Cottonwood Connect ski shuttle
• Public hearing set for Dec 5 on rezone of property at 3198 N 2200 W from A-2 to A-1 agriculture
• Ordinance to define Council's power to consent to deputy/employee appointments, including temporary budget procedures
• Fee waiver request for Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation at Salt Palace on Nov 21

The Council approved placeholder budgets for Human Services, Community Services, and the Office of Homelessness and Criminal Justice Reform. It also authorized a $320,000 grant for the Cottonwood Connect ski shuttle program and adopted legislative intent to monitor new hires for the rest of 2023.

• Approved Human Services budget minus in-home drug disposal, USU Extension, and Behavioral Health clinics (8-0)
• Approved Community Services budget as placeholder minus specific list items (8-0)
• Adopted legislative intent to monitor new hires for the remainder of 2023 (8-0)
• Approved $320,000 grant to Visit Salt Lake for Cottonwood Connect ski shuttle (7-1)
• Approved Visit Salt Lake and Convention Center budgets as placeholders (6-1)
• Approved Justice Court budget as recommended with one FTE added to review list (8-0)
• Approved Office of Homelessness and Criminal Justice Reform budget (7-1)
• Approved fee waiver for Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation Thanksgiving dinner (unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is holding a work session focused on the 2024 budget, with presentations from the Sheriff, District Attorney, Public Works, Emergency Services, and Mayor's administration. The council will also discuss a proposed ordinance amendment regarding its power to consent to hires, and may take positions on legislation. Several consent items, tax letters, and proclamations are also on the agenda.

• 2024 budget workshop with Sheriff Rosa Rivera, District Attorney Sim Gill, and Public Works Director Scott Baird
• First reading of ordinance amending Section 2.12.070 to define Council's power to consent to appointments, including temporary budget procedures limiting funds for previously approved positions
• Acceptance of in-kind donations to Animal Services, including $10,000 from Ketonaturals and $2,990.50 from Humane Society
• Approval of tax letters for Strang Excavating, Inc. and Aero Charter and Transport
• Proclamation designating November 7 as Victims of Communism Memorial Day

The Council approved 2024 budget recommendations for the Sheriff, Human Resources, and Mayor's Financial Administration. The District Attorney, Emergency Management, and Mayor's Administration budgets were approved with specific exceptions for further review. The Council also voted to support expanding the use of Transient Room Tax revenue for public safety.

• Approved Sheriff's 2024 budget (unanimous)
• Approved District Attorney's budget except for open positions and ARPA-funded roles (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works budget (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Management budget except for UFA Canyons Contribution (unanimous)
• Approved Human Resources budget (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's Administration budget except for Grant writer and Office of Diversity Affairs positions (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's Financial Administration budget (unanimous)
• Supported expanding Transient Room Tax use for public safety and emergency services (5-4)

Board of Equalization

The provided minutes list the agenda items for the meeting, including the approval of previous minutes, assessor recommendations, and exempt property recommendations. However, the document does not record the outcomes, votes, or final decisions for these items.

Redevelopment Agency

The Salt Lake County Redevelopment Agency board will discuss the proposed 2024 RDA budget and consider setting a public hearing for December 5, 2023, to receive comment on it. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from two prior meetings. No final budget adoption is scheduled at this meeting.

• Discussion of proposed 2024 RDA Budget (Item 4.1)
• Setting public hearing for Dec. 5, 2023, 6:00 PM on 2024 RDA Budget (Item 4.2)
• Approval of RDA minutes for June 27, 2023 (amended)
• Approval of RDA minutes for June 20, 2023 (amended)

The Redevelopment Agency approved previous meeting minutes and scheduled a public hearing for December 5, 2023, to receive comments on the proposed 2024 budget. The board also discussed the 2024 budget and the status of project areas in Magna.

• Approved RDA Minutes for June 27, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved RDA Minutes for June 20, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing for proposed 2024 RDA Budget on Dec. 5, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Salt Lake County Board of Equalization will consider routine items including approval of minutes, assessor and hearing officer recommendations, and exempt property recommendations for tax year 2023. The meeting may include a closed session to discuss commercial information as allowed by statute.

• Approval of minutes from October 24, 2023
• Approval of assessor and hearing officer recommendations (23-1039)
• Approval of exempt property recommendations for tax year 2023 (23-1033)

The Board of Equalization unanimously approved the previous meeting minutes, the Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations, and a list of exempt properties.

• Approved BOE minutes from 10/24/23 (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations list (unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is holding work sessions on the 2024 budget, including employee pay and benefits responses, and presentations from departments like Administrative Services, Surveyor, Meals on Wheels, Regional Development, and Clerk. They will also discuss initiating a comprehensive update to the Subdivisions chapter of the County Code. Consent items include a $241,089.18 property tax refund and various tax relief letters.

• 2024 Budget Workshop: employee associations' response to proposed pay and benefits, plus department presentations
• Initiation of comprehensive update to County Code Chapter 18 'Subdivisions'
• Personal property tax refund of $241,089.18
• Tax relief letters including veteran and active-duty exemptions
• Ethics disclosure by Councilmember Suzanne Harrison

The Council approved 2024 budget proposals for Administrative Services, the Surveyor, and the Clerk, while placing several Office of Regional Development items on a review list. The Council also directed the Municipal Services District to begin updating the County's subdivision ordinance to comply with state law.

• Approved incentive plan for Jared Steffey (unanimous)
• Accepted Administrative Services budget, excluding a scrubber (unanimous)
• Accepted Surveyor's budget and added $7,000 ARPA funding reduction to review list (unanimous)
• Approved Office of Regional Development budget, excluding WISE program, certain FTEs, and sustainability/economic/watershed requests (unanimous)
• Postponed decision on 4th Quarter Fund projects until December 5, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Clerk's budget (unanimous)
• Directed MSD to begin amending the County's subdivision ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $241,089.18 personal property tax refund (unanimous)

County Council

Mayor Jennifer Wilson and Deputy Mayor Darrin Casper will present the 2024 proposed budget and an overview. This item is for informational discussion purposes.

• Mayor's 2024 Proposed Budget Presentation

The Salt Lake County Council held a work session to hear Mayor Jennifer Wilson's presentation of the 2024 proposed budget. The session was informational, meaning no decisions, approvals, or votes occurred during this meeting. The Mayor proposed strategies to address slowing tax revenues, including a hiring freeze and spending restrictions, while maintaining services for housing, homelessness, and recreation.

• Received Mayor's 2024 Proposed Budget presentation (informational only)
• No votes or approvals recorded in this session

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to approve minutes from October 17, 2023. The board will review recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer and consider significant adjustments.

• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations
• Approval of significant adjustments
• Acceptance of October 17, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Equalization unanimously approved the minutes from the October 17 meeting. The board also approved the assessor and hearing officer recommendations and significant value adjustments.

• Approved October 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved assessor and hearing officer recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved significant adjustments (unanimous)

County Council

The Council will conduct a workshop for the 2024 budget, including compensation recommendations and countywide initiatives. The meeting also includes discussions on arts funding and renewable energy programs.

• 2024 Budget Workshop covering compensation and independent elected offices
• ZAP 2024 Tier I + Zoological and 2023 Tier II funding recommendations
• Proposed donation of a Futsal Court for Sugarhouse Park
• Agreement with Rocky Mountain Power for the Community Renewable Energy Act Program
• Proposed internal policy on audit responses

The County Council approved a procedural agreement with Rocky Mountain Power to continue considering participation in the Community Renewable Energy Act program. The Council also approved 2024 budget placeholders for several elected offices and compensation recommendations, and accepted a donated futsal court for Sugarhouse Park.

• Approved agreement with Rocky Mountain Power for Community Renewable Energy Act program (6-3)
• Approved 2024 compensation recommendations as a placeholder, excluding employee recognition pay (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 budgets for Assessor, Auditor, Recorder, and Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved ZAP 2024 Tier I and Zoological funding recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved ZAP 2023 Tier II funding recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved donation of a futsal court for Sugarhouse Park (unanimous)
• Approved internal policy on audit responses (unanimous)
• Approved ceasing funding for space previously occupied by Criminal Justice Services (unanimous)

TRCC - Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention

The Salt Lake County TRCC Board will meet on October 19, 2023, to discuss the TRCC Long Range Fund Projection and Community Service Budget Recommendations. The Board will also conduct a fund review and take actions regarding the TRCC Fund.

• TRCC Long Range Fund Projection (23-0936)
• Community Service Budget Recommendations (23-0937)
• TRCC Fund Review and Recommendations (23-0938)

The board unanimously approved the FY 2024 TRCC Fund 181 budget, including funding for a new free recreation pass for youth. The board also approved full funding for the Bluffdale Equestrian Park project and a scope change for a Riverton City project.

• Approved FY 2024 TRCC Fund 181 budget as proposed (Unanimous)
• Approved funding for 'My County Rec Pass' providing free facility access for youth ages 5-18 (Unanimous)
• Approved $2.7M for Bluffdale Equestrian Park project (Unanimous)
• Denied funding for Create Reel Change project (Unanimous)
• Approved Riverton City scope change to reallocate $1.2M to plaza and staircase updates
• Approved funding for new Point-of-Sale system for Parks and Recreation

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council will hold a work session and consider several legislative items. Discussions include economic updates, revenue projections, and potential changes to parking violation penalties and liability.

• Second reading and possible adoption of ordinance amending parking liability and penalties
• Resolution to authorize delegation of authority to reduce parking violation penalties
• Resolution authorizing an agreement with Rocky Mountain Power for the Community Renewable Energy Act Program
• Waiver request of municipal solid waste fees for up to 1500 tons in 2023
• Informational presentation on 2024 GIS licensing costs

The Council adopted an ordinance creating strict liability and civil penalties for unauthorized use of streets in the unincorporated county. A companion resolution authorizes the Municipal Services District to reduce penalties for first- and second-time offenders to resolve appeals.

• Approved Ordinance 1917 establishing strict liability and civil penalties for parking violations (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6149 authorizing MSD to reduce parking penalties by $50 for first violations and $25 for second violations (Unanimous)
• Approved waiver of municipal solid waste fees for up to 1,500 tons in 2023 for Health Department sanitation efforts (7-1)
• Approved October 3, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Received and filed conflict of interest disclosure for Arts & Culture employee (Unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to approve minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting. The Board will also consider recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer, as well as personal property appeals.

• Acceptance of BoE minutes for October 10, 2023
• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer Recommendations
• Personal Property Appeals - Recommended Actions
• Hexcel 2023 Stipulation

The Board of Equalization approved the previous meeting's minutes and accepted the Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations. The board also approved personal property appeals, including a stipulation for Hexcel.

• Approved BOE minutes from 10/10/23 (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved personal property appeals and Hexcel 2023 stipulation (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will review recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The board is also discussing a potential extension of the Board of Equalization deadline.

• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations
• Discussion regarding the Extension of Board of Equalization Deadline
• Approval of October 3, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Equalization approved the assessor and hearing officer recommendations. The board also approved an extension of the Board of Equalization deadline and the previous meeting minutes.

• Approved BoE minutes (unanimous)
• Approved assessor and hearing officer recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved extension of BoE deadline (unanimous)

County Council

The Council will consider various budget adjustments for departments including Parks and Recreation, Arts and Culture, and the Salt Palace Convention Center. The agenda also includes discussions on health insurance benefits, sheriff's retention compensation, and a new parking ordinance.

• Budget adjustment for Sugar House Park Fabian Pavilion ($372,315)
• Budget adjustment for Clark Planetarium Annex remodel ($580,000)
• Budget adjustment for Salt Palace Convention Center ($3.2M)
• Budget adjustment for South Mountain Golf Course flood repairs ($1M)
• First reading of an ordinance regarding parking liability and penalties

The Council formally recognized the Sandy Hills Community Council and approved a resolution designating western unincorporated canyon areas as a recreational area to allow for potential General Fund support of public safety services. Additionally, the Council approved several budget adjustments, including funding for park repairs, facility remodels, and Sheriff's Office retention bonuses. A proposed ordinance to change canyon parking violations from criminal to civil offenses was forwarded to the next meeting with a two-tiered fine reduction system.

• Recognized Sandy Hills Community Council (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff's Office retention compensation proposal (unanimous)
• Approved $372,315 budget increase for Sugar House Park pavilion (unanimous)
• Approved $580,000 Clark Planetarium annex remodel (7-1)
• Approved $609,000 UMOCA HVAC design project (7-1)
• Designated western canyon recreational area for public safety funding (6-2)
• Approved $1M for South Mountain Golf Course flood repairs (unanimous)
• Approved Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to approve minutes from the September 12, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes reviewing Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations, significant adjustments, and exempt property recommendations for Tax Year 2023.

• Approval of BoE minutes for September 12, 2023
• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer Recommendations
• Approval of Significant Adjustment (23-0933)
• Recommendations on Exempt Property for Tax Year 2023
• Discussion regarding training of Board Members

The Board of Equalization approved property tax value adjustments, assessor recommendations, and exempt property status. The board also received a training presentation from the District Attorney regarding board roles and ethics.

• Approved September 12, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved assessor and hearing officer recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved significant property value adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council is reviewing multiple budget adjustments and discussing potential responses to a federal government appropriations lapse. The body is also considering new policies and resolutions regarding the funding of public safety services in western Salt Lake County recreational areas.

• Proposed $5.2M Medicaid budget true-up for Behavioral Health Services
• Proposed $1,990,200 budget addition for Millcreek trail and bridge project contributions
• Proposed $320,000 EPA grant for air quality monitors on buses
• Formal adoption of an ordinance to reclassify property from A-1 to R-2-6.5 zoning
• Proposed $125,000 addition to the ZAP Tier II program

The Salt Lake County Council approved several budget adjustments, including a $5.2 million Medicaid funding true-up for Behavioral Health Services and $1.99 million for a Millcreek trail project. The Council also passed an ordinance to rezone a property at 8335 So. 1000 E. from agricultural to residential use. Additionally, the Council directed staff to prepare revisions to the county's policy-making process for future consideration.

• Approved $5.2M Medicaid budget true-up for Behavioral Health (unanimous)
• Approved $1.99M for Millcreek trail and bridge project (unanimous)
• Approved rezone of 8335 So. 1000 E. to R-2-6.5 (7-1)
• Approved $125,000 for ZAP Tier II program (unanimous)
• Approved $320,000 EPA grant for air quality monitoring (unanimous)
• Approved $545,602 in salary and benefit allocations (unanimous)
• Approved various tax relief and exemption letters (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will hold a public hearing and first reading for a request to rezone a property from agriculture to residential. The body will also discuss interlocal agreements for federal housing and community grant programs.

• Public hearing on application by Justin Taylor to rezone 8335 S 1000 E from A-1 to R-2-6.5
• Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with 18 cities/townships for CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs
• Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Herriman City for CDBG fund administration
• Audit presentation of payroll at the SLCO Health Department
• DMV registration refunds totaling $6,471.00

The Council authorized agreements with multiple municipalities and Herriman City to administer CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs. A rezoning request for a property at 8335 S 1000 E was forwarded for final consideration. The Council also approved tax relief adjustments and DMV registration refunds.

• Approved interlocal agreements for CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs with 16 municipalities and Herriman City (Unanimous)
• Forwarded rezoning of 8335 S 1000 E from A-1 to R-2-6.5 to Oct 3 meeting (6-1)
• Approved tax relief record adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved DMV registration refunds (Unanimous)

TRCC - Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention

The Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention (TRCC) Board is meeting to discuss several informational items regarding local project requests. The board will also discuss site visits and project applications with the TRCC Advisory Board.

• Midvale City - Midvale Art House CFSP 23-0884
• VA SLC Health Care System - National Veterans Golden Age Games 23-0885
• Murray City Corporation - Riverview Park Improvements PRT 23-0886
• Millcreek Master Arts and Culture Plan 23-0887
• Oquirrh Recreation District - KOPFC Outdoor Recreation Pool Air Supported Structure and Upgrades 23-0888

The board heard informational presentations from several cities and districts requesting grants for community improvements. No final funding decisions were made during this meeting; the board will review the projects and budget before distributing approximately $3 million at a future meeting.

• No substantive funding decisions were made
• Tabled final grant awards pending budget presentation on October 6, 2023

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers is meeting to discuss the canvass of the September 5, 2023, Special Congressional District 2 Primary Election. The board will also consider approval of the November 22, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Canvass of the September 5, 2023, Special Congressional District 2 Primary Election
• Approval of November 22, 2022 Board of Canvassers Minutes

The Board approved the canvass report for the September 5, 2023, Special Congressional District 2 Primary Election. The report detailed voter turnout and ballot adjudication for Salt Lake County. The Board also approved the minutes from the November 22, 2022 meeting.

• Approved November 22, 2022 Board of Canvassers Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved the canvass report for the September 5, 2023, Special Congressional District 2 Primary Election (Unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will discuss transferring housing funds to the SLCo Housing Trust Fund and review priorities with the Granite Community Council. The body is also considering the appointment of a new Human Services Department Director.

• Proposed transfer of $2,585,000 in Housing Set-Aside Funds from Bluffdale Redevelopment Agency to SLCo Housing Trust Fund
• Appointment of Kelly Colopy as Director of the Human Services Department
• Transfer of Elk Run (Moonlight) Park and Elk Run Park to Magna Metro Township
• Execution of a subdivision plat in Kearns Metro Township
• Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Murray City regarding expenditure and reporting deadlines

The County Council approved an agreement to manage $2,585,000 in housing funds for Bluffdale and extended a deadline for the Cahoon Mansion rehabilitation. The Council also confirmed the appointment of a new Human Services Director and transferred two parks to Magna.

• Approved transfer of $2,585,000 from Bluffdale Redevelopment Agency to SLCo Housing Trust Fund (Unanimous)
• Approved deadline extension to September 2024 for Murray City Cahoon Mansion rehabilitation (Unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Kelly Colopy as Director of the Human Services Department (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Elk Run (Moonlight) Park and Elk Run Park to Magna Metro Township (Unanimous)
• Approved subdivision plat and quit-claim deeds for Camp Kearns in Kearns Metro Township (Unanimous)
• Approved DMV registration tax refunds totaling $4,336 (Unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to approve recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The body will review significant value adjustments and recommendations for exempt property for the 2023 tax year.

• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations
• Review of significant value adjustments
• Recommendations on exempt property for tax year 2023
• Personal property appeal stipulation regarding Apollo Burger Audit for 2020, 2021, and 2022

The Board of Equalization unanimously approved several sets of tax-related recommendations, including assessor adjustments and exempt property lists. The board also approved a stipulation regarding personal property appeals for Apollo Burger.

• Approved August 29, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (Unanimous)
• Approved significant adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations list (Unanimous)
• Approved stipulation for Apollo Burger personal property appeals (Unanimous)

County Council

The Council will hold a work session to review various budget adjustments for county departments and facilities. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a redevelopment agreement in Midvale and a proposal to rezone a property.

• Proposed rezoning of 8335 S 1000 E from A-1 to R-2-6.5
• Budget request of $2,061,551 for Jordan River 2100 S Channel Improvements
• Budget request of $1,689,798 for various projects at the Oxbow Jail
• Budget request of $1M for Facilities Services due to inflation and staff shortages
• Proposed $176,096 for rooftop unit replacements at the Christmas Box House

The council voted to approve a series of budget adjustments covering staffing, infrastructure, health funding, and homelessness services. All items passed, with one adjustment moving a $2 million AIDS foundation contribution approved by a 6‑to‑3 vote and the rest approved unanimously. No proposals were denied or tabled.

• Reclassify vacant Operations Manager to Associate Director ($63,962) – approved unanimous
• Replace four rooftop units at the Christmas Box House – approved unanimous
• Increase Convention Center Hotel tax increment revenue and pass‑through expenses by $500,000 – approved unanimous
• Increase Facilities Services inter‑fund revenues and pass‑through expenditures by $1 M – approved unanimous
• Move $2 M one‑time contribution to Utah AIDS Foundation from ARPA to transformational initiative – approved 6‑to‑3
• Create a 1.0 FTE Coordinated Entry Navigator position for homelessness services – approved unanimous
• Transfer $2,061,551 to Jordan River 2100 S Channel Improvements project – approved unanimous
• Transfer $110,000 to Housing and Community Development for a 5‑year Consolidated Plan – approved unanimous

TRCC - Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention

The Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention Board will meet to receive informational presentations on several local projects. These items are listed for discussion rather than final decision.

• USU Bastian Agricultural Center Arenas Phase 2 and Completion
• Camp Kearns Historic Walk
• Cottonwood Heights Highland Drive Pedestrian Trail-Phase 3
• Copperton Park Upgrade Project
• City of Holladay Park Upgrades

The board received informational presentations regarding arena remodels at the USU Bastian Agricultural Center and the development of the Camp Kearns Historic Walk. No formal votes or decisions were recorded for these items.

County Council

The County Council will review several budget adjustments, including funding for Public Works projects and Sheriff's Office staffing. The body will also discuss an agreement regarding the Midvale Main Street Community Development Area and funding for USU Bastian Agricultural Center projects.

• Proposed $1,116,129 increase to Public Works revenue and expense budgets for Municipal Services District projects
• Proposed $127,412 budget move from the Jail to the Sheriff's Office for a Communications and PR position
• Proposed $259,577 allocation to 2024 baseline budgets for three county organizations
• Discussion of an amendment to an agreement with the Redevelopment Agency of Midvale City for Midvale Main Street
• Proposed funding for the USU Bastian Natural Resources Adventure Trail and Equine Arena Improvement Plan

The County Council approved several budget reallocations for the Sheriff's Office, Clark Planetarium, and Public Works. It also authorized an interlocal agreement to provide TRCC funds for the USU Bastian Natural Resources Adventure Trail and formalized funding criteria for community councils.

• Approved moving $127,412 from Jail to Sheriff's Office for a civilian Communications and PR position (Unanimous)
• Approved Clark Planetarium technical adjustment to reallocate indirect costs (Unanimous)
• Approved adding $1,116,129 to Public Works revenue and expense budgets for MSD projects (Unanimous)
• Approved allocating $259,577 from a $3M set-aside to 2024 baseline budgets (Unanimous)
• Approved legislative intent to formalize funding request criteria for community councils (Unanimous)
• Approved draft amendment for Midvale Main Street CDA and set public hearing for Sept 12, 2023
• Approved Resolution No. 6137 to fund USU Bastian Natural Resources Adventure Trail using TRCC funds

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to approve recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The board will also consider recommendations regarding exempt property for the 2023 tax year.

• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations
• Recommendations on Exempt Property for Tax Year 2023
• Acceptance of June 27, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Equalization approved the minutes from the June 27, 2023 meeting. The board also approved recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer regarding value adjustments and a list of exempt properties.

• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations for value adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations list (unanimous)

TRCC - Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention

The Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention Board will review previous projects from the TRCC Support Program. The board will also review new TRCC project applications.

• Review of TRCC Support Program community service projects
• Review of TRCC project applications

The board approved the minutes from the June 9, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of an informational review of current and prior year grant projects, including payment statuses and project progress.

• Approved June 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss internal travel policy, council budget, and a fee waiver for the Friends of Millcreek. The body is also reviewing a budget adjustment for new Law Enforcement Bureau positions and appointing two bail commissioners.

• Budget adjustment of $599,454 for 3 new Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Bureau FTEs
• Fee waiver request of $1,385.00 by the Friends of Millcreek
• Appointment of Amy Anderton and Danielle Dabb as Bail Commissioners
• Consideration of Council Internal Policy on Travel
• 2023 Tax Sale Withdraw and Abate tax letters

The Council approved a new internal travel policy prohibiting the use of taxpayer funds for first-class or premium accommodations. Members also voted to restore specific discretionary funds to three council members and set conference funding limits for the 2024 budget.

• Adopted internal travel policy prohibiting first/business class and premium hotels (Unanimous)
• Restored discretionary budgets for Council Member Theodore ($139.30), Council Member Stewart ($974.54), and Council Member Alvord ($874.74) (Unanimous)
• Approved Central Budget to cover one UAC conference, with other costs coming from individual $5,000 budgets (6-3)
• Approved the Revenue and Expenditure Detail report (Unanimous)
• Approved switching agenda items 4.1 and 4.2 (7-1)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council will discuss budget adjustments for IT and emergency services, as well as the appointment of a Board of Health member. The body is also considering resolutions for eminent domain and an ordinance regarding public comment requirements for county bodies.

• Eminent domain proceedings for property owned by Old Time Clock, LLC and Ron Case
• Ordinance amending 'Government In The Sunshine' and establishing public comment requirements
• Budget adjustment of $72,903 for PeopleSoft licensing and maintenance
• Budget adjustment of $23,452 for wildland fire contribution increase
• Acceptance of in-kind donations valued at $51,563.41 from Friends of the Children’s Justice Center

The Council approved a cooperative agreement with the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands for wildland fire protection. It also authorized three new full-time law enforcement positions for the Sheriff's Office and approved two budget adjustments for IT and emergency services.

• Approved appointment of Jacob J. Fitisemanu Jr. to the Board of Health (unanimous)
• Approved $72,903 budget adjustment for PeopleSoft licensing and maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $23,452 budget adjustment for wildland fire contribution increase (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6134 for Cooperative and County Warden Agreements with Utah Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustment for three new Law Enforcement FTEs (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council is reviewing several budget adjustments and a proposed ordinance regarding public comment procedures. The meeting includes a work session on a proposed property tax increase from the Central Utah Water Conservation District.

• Proposed $4.5M transfer from Oxbow Jail Control room project to ADC security touch panel upgrade
• First reading of an ordinance establishing public comment policies for County public bodies
• Budget request of $19,960 for a chiller pump at Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center
• Budget allocations of $93,752 and $130,854 for Adobe Creative Cloud and Acrobat licensing
• Proposed property tax increase report from Central Utah Water Conservation District

The Council approved several budget adjustments for IT licensing, jail security upgrades, and human services. They also approved a $7,500 annual incentive plan for an Assistant Treasury Accountant. A first reading of an ordinance regarding public comment requirements was introduced.

• Approved $7,500 annual incentive plan for Assistant Treasury Accountant (6-2)
• Approved $19,960 budget adjustment for Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center chiller pump (Unanimous)
• Approved $90,411 budget adjustment for Human Services salary changes (Unanimous)
• Approved 1.0 FTE-TL for Child & Family Specialist, state grant funded (Unanimous)
• Approved $93,752 budget adjustment for Adobe Creative Cloud licenses (Unanimous)
• Approved $130,854 budget adjustment for Adobe Acrobat licensing (Unanimous)
• Approved $4.5M transfer for ADC jail security touch panel upgrade (Unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session featuring an informational presentation on homelessness in Salt Lake County. The body is also considering an interlocal agreement with Millcreek City regarding the Addressing Division and a new fee schedule.

• Interlocal agreement with Millcreek City and new Addressing Fee Schedule
• Request to open 2.0 FTE vacant positions at the Justice Courts
• Fee waiver request for Utah Friends of AMAR Ukrainian Benefit Concert valued at $7,600.00
• Acceptance of a $4,000 donation from Deseret Industries to the Health Department
• Tax Administration requests for penalty and interest waivers, refunds, and abatements

The County Council approved a three-year amendment to an interlocal agreement with Millcreek City for addressing services and an updated fee schedule. The Council also approved the consent agenda, including a fee waiver for a Ukrainian benefit concert. A request to open two vacant positions at the Justice Courts was deferred pending more information.

• Approved Amendment No 6 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Millcreek City for addressing services (Unanimous)
• Approved updated addressing fee schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,600 fee waiver for Utah Friends of AMAR Ukrainian Benefit Concert
• Tabled request to open 2.0 FTE vacant positions at the Justice Courts

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is reviewing several budget adjustments for public works and broadband grants. The body will also consider amendments to the County Code of Ordinances regarding conflicts of interest and representation of county interests.

• Proposed $1,105,518 budget increase for Emigration Canyon projects
• Proposed $491,000 budget increase for projects in Magna
• First reading of an ordinance amending the County Ethics Code
• Proposed $100,000 contribution to Murray City for a Murray Park playground
• Interlocal agreement for the Community Development Block Grant and other housing programs

The Council approved several budget adjustments for Public Works Engineering and grant-funded positions. It also approved the 2024 MSD Administrative Budget and a prioritized list of proposed projects for unincorporated areas.

• Approved $491,000 budget adjustment for Magna projects (unanimous)
• Approved $1,105,518 budget adjustment for Emigration Canyon projects (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustment for FCC grant broadband internet position (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 budget adjustment for Utah Broadband Center grant (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 MSD Administrative Budget, including $2,000 for parking hearings (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Proposed Projects list for unincorporated county areas (unanimous)

Council Executive Committee

The Council Executive Committee is meeting to approve minutes from December 6, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss an individual's character, professional competence, or health.

• Approval of December 06, 2022 Council Executive Committee Minutes
• Closed session regarding the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual

The committee approved the minutes from December 6, 2022. The body also voted to enter a closed session to discuss an individual's character, professional competence, or health.

• Approved December 06, 2022 Council Executive Committee Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session regarding an individual's character, professional competence, or health (Unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will discuss a proposed property tax increase from the Central Utah Water Conservation District and receive updates on flood-related emergency declarations. The body is also deciding on several appointments, fee waivers, and a fund transfer to Bluffdale City.

• Ordinance to create an appeal authority for the County Recorder's application of rules
• Transfer of $391,080 in Corridor Preservation Funds to Bluffdale City for transportation property
• Fee waiver of $90,520 for Utah First Robotics event at the Salt Palace Convention Center
• Fee waiver of $1,500 for Salt Lake Chamber Leadership Utah event at Eccles Theater
• Acceptance of a $20,462.16 donation from Friends of the Children’s Justice Center to the District Attorney’s Office

The Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1914 to establish an appeal authority for the County Recorder's application of rules. Several board appointments and a fee waiver were approved via the consent agenda. A proposed property tax increase for the Central Utah Water Conservation District was tabled.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1914 creating County Recorder’s Appeal Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Convention Facility Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Juli Ulvestad to Animal Services Advisory Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Jennifer Nakao to Career Services Council (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 fee waiver for Salt Lake Chamber Leadership Utah event (Unanimous)
• Tabled Central Utah Water Conservation District proposed property tax increase until August 8, 2023

Debt Review Committee

The committee will discuss the General Fund Judgment Levy and review a presentation regarding the library construction schedule and reimbursement resolution.

• Discussion on General Fund Judgment Levy
• Presentation on Library Construction Schedule and Reimbursement Resolution

Redevelopment Agency

The Salt Lake County Redevelopment Agency is meeting to discuss an interlocal cooperation agreement. The agency is considering the transfer of funds for the development of Mantle Park.

• Interlocal cooperation agreement for Mantle Park development fund transfer

The Redevelopment Agency approved an interlocal cooperation agreement with Salt Lake County to transfer funds for improvements to Mantle Park. This agreement allows the RDA to use an existing contract with Stallings Construction to finance the project.

• Approved Resolution No. 139 to transfer agency funds for Mantle Park development (Unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss a first reading of an ordinance creating an appeal hearing board for the County Recorder's rules. The body will also review spending plans for the Cultural Core program and a renewal of the HOME Consortium Agreement with HUD.

• First reading of an ordinance to create an appeal hearing board for the County Recorder
• Transfer of $56,471 in Corridor Preservation Funds to Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District for Kearns Metro Township property
• Contribution of $150,000 in TRCC Funds to University of Utah for Film & Media Arts Modern Cinema
• Renewal of the Salt Lake County HOME Consortium Agreement with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
• Review of Cultural Core Year 6 and Year 7 activity and spending plan

The Council approved a three-year interlocal agreement with five cities to continue the HOME Investment Partnership Program for affordable housing. The Council also approved appointments to the Arts and Culture Advisory Board and advanced an ordinance regarding County Recorder appeals.

• Approved three-year HOME Consortium Agreement with Sandy, South Jordan, Taylorsville, West Jordan, and West Valley cities
• Approved appointments and reappointments for the Salt Lake County Arts and Culture Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to create a County Recorder appeal hearing board (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and review recommended actions for personal property appeals. The board will also discuss its summer meeting schedule.

• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of Personal Property Recommended Actions
• Discussion of summer schedule including August 29 meeting for 2023 appeals

The Board of Equalization approved the minutes from May 9, 2023, and a list of recommended actions for personal property appeals. The Auditor also shared the summer meeting schedule.

• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved personal property recommended actions list (unanimous)

Municipal Building Authority

The Salt Lake County Municipal Building Authority is meeting to review and potentially approve adjustments to the 2023 budget. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from December 6, 2022.

• Resolution for 2023 Budget Adjustments

The Salt Lake County Municipal Building Authority approved Resolution No. 53 to adjust the 2023 budget. The board held a public hearing on the matter, though no one spoke in favor or opposition. The adjustments were approved by a unanimous vote.

• Approved December 06, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 53 for 2023 budget adjustments (unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council will meet to ratify several actions from its work session, including a land acquisition and incentive plans. The body will also consider a new health department fee and board appointments.

• Division of Wildlife Resources proposed land acquisition near the Great Salt Lake
• Incentive Plan over $3,000 threshold
• Proposed $45 fee for Trichmoniasis testing at the Salt Lake County Health Department
• Declaration of donations for the Dimple Dell Preservation Committee
• Appointments to the Salt Lake County Noxious Weed Control Board

The County Council ratified several items from a previous work session, including a land acquisition for the Division of Wildlife Resources and incentive plans exceeding $3,000. The Council also approved a partial release of liens and updated the Health Department's fee schedule.

• Ratified Incentive Plan over $3,000 Threshold (Unanimous)
• Ratified Division of Wildlife Resources land acquisition near Great Salt Lake (Unanimous)
• Ratified donation from Dimple Dell Preservation Committee (Unanimous)
• Ratified appointment of Laura Flower to Noxious Weed Control Board (Unanimous)
• Ratified re-appointment of Ron Jones to Noxious Weed Control Board (Unanimous)
• Ratified $45 fee addition for Trichmoniasis testing at Health Department (Unanimous)
• Approved partial release of lien (Unanimous)
• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Council will discuss mid-year budget adjustments and local municipality elections for the County Clerk. The session includes reviews of hire reports, incentive plans, and a proposed land acquisition near the Great Salt Lake.

• Mid-year budget workshop to review and ratify 2023 interim budget adjustments
• Proposed land acquisition near the Great Salt Lake by the Division of Wildlife Resources
• Proposed $45 fee addition for Trichmoniasis testing to the Health Department Clinical Services Fee Schedule
• Appointment and re-appointment of members to the Noxious Weed Control Board
• Declaration of donations for the Dimple Dell Preservation Committee

The Council unanimously ratified 2023 interim budget adjustments, including a $6.43 million transfer for swim lanes. They also approved a letter of support for a Division of Wildlife Resources land acquisition near the Great Salt Lake. Several administrative items and board appointments were forwarded for ratification.

• Ratified 2023 interim budget adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,500 incentive plan for ratification (Unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for land acquisition near Great Salt Lake (Unanimous)
• Approved Dimple Dell Preservation Committee donations for ratification (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Laura Flower to Noxious Weed Control Board for ratification (Unanimous)
• Approved re-appointment of Ron Jones to Noxious Weed Control Board for ratification (Unanimous)
• Approved $45 Trichmoniasis testing fee addition for ratification (Unanimous)
• Approved June 6, 2023 Council Work Session Minutes (Unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council will hear the Mayor's Budget Message and hold a public hearing. The body will discuss and potentially approve adjustments to the Fiscal Year 2023 budgets for county offices, departments, and agencies, as well as proposed ad valorem tax rates.

• Resolution 23-0660: Adjustments to Fiscal Year 2023 Budgets
• Proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rates for taxable property for Fiscal Year 2023

The Council unanimously approved Resolution 6116, which adjusts the fiscal year 2023 budgets for county offices, departments, and agencies. The action included adopting proposed ad valorem tax rates and appropriating federal ARPA funds.

• Approved Resolution 6116 for FY 2023 budget adjustments and tax rates (unanimous)
• Approved salary compensation adjustments for certain County employees
• Appropriated Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (ARPA)
• Approved monetary assistance for certain non-profit entities
• Opened public hearing on budget and tax rate adjustments (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on budget and tax rate adjustments (unanimous)

Redevelopment Agency

The Redevelopment Agency Board will hold a public hearing to receive comments on 2023 interim budget adjustments. The Board will then discuss and ratify these budget adjustments.

• Public hearing on 2023 Interim Budget Adjustments
• Review and ratification of 2023 Interim Budget Adjustments
• Approval of March 21, 2023 meeting minutes

The Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake County held a public hearing and approved amendments to the 2023 budget. No members of the public spoke during the hearing. The board also approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 21, 2023 RDA meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 interim budget adjustments via Resolution No. 138 (unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to decide on several resolutions, including the extension of a flooding emergency declaration and the establishment of a drug disposal program. The body will also review interlocal agreements for funding projects in Midvale and West Jordan.

• Resolution to establish a drug disposal program
• Resolution extending the Mayor's emergency declaration due to flooding
• Interlocal agreement with Midvale City for TRCC funds for Midvale Canal Trails
• Interlocal agreement with West Jordan for TRCC funds for a cultural arts facility
• Addition of a $2,500 pricing level to the Clark Planetarium Constellation Club

The County Council approved a resolution to create the Salt Lake County Conventions and Tourism Assessment Area (SLCo CTAA) for a five-year term. The council also adopted an ordinance to clarify the purpose and function of council meetings.

• Approved Resolution No. 6112 to form the SLCo CTAA with a 2% assessment on gross short-term guest room rental revenue
• Approved Ordinance No. 1913 to repeal Section 2.04.075 and amend Section 2.04.080 regarding council meeting functions (unanimous)
• Determined no further action was required for the Drug Disposal Program resolution (23-0642)

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss budget adjustments, including the allocation of a $3M set-aside and certified tax rates. The session includes discussions on a new tourism assessment area, a drug disposal program, and a flooding emergency extension.

• Mid-Year Budget Workshop regarding certified tax rates and $3M set-aside allocation
• Resolution forming the Salt Lake County Conventions and Tourism Assessment Area
• Resolution to establish a drug disposal program
• Resolution extending the Mayor's declared emergency due to flooding
• Proposed $2,500 pricing level for Clark Planetarium's Constellation Club membership

The Council approved the Mayor's recommended mid-year budget and certified tax rates. Key decisions included funding for the South Jordan Fitness and Aquatic Center and various staffing changes across county departments.

• Approved $1M from TRCC Fund for swim lanes at South Jordan Fitness and Aquatic Center (unanimous)
• Approved $570,000 for Justice Court (including $220,000 for operations) and eliminated five FTEs (unanimous)
• Approved FTE requests for Sheriff, Real Estate, Criminal Justice Services, Treasurer, and Mayor Finance (unanimous)
• Approved three FTEs for Human Resources Division with funding adjusted by twelfths (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 for Auditor's operating budget and $50,000 for Assessor's operating budget (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor's recommended budget for all remaining items (unanimous; Council Member Alvord absent)
• Accepted the certified tax rate (unanimous)

TRCC - Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention

The Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention (TRCC) Advisory Board is meeting to elect its leadership and review a long-range plan. The board will discuss providing $1 million in funds to expand swimming lanes at the South Jordan Recreation Center.

• Consideration of $1M in TRCC funds for South Jordan Recreation Center swimming lane expansion
• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Presentation of Long Range Plan
• Review of TRCC Application Process

The Board approved a $1M allocation from TRCC funds to expand swimming lanes at the South Jordan Recreation Center. This funding completes a $9.4M joint project involving Salt Lake County, South Jordan City, and the Jordan School District. As a condition of approval, South Jordan City will not be considered for the August TRCC application pool.

• Approved $1M for South Jordan Recreation Center swim lane expansion (Unanimous)
• Re-elected Mayor Kristie Overson as Board Chair (Unanimous)
• Re-elected Councilmember Tawnee McCay as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved September 16, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved October 7, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved April 28, 2023 meeting minutes with amendment to remove Mayor Mendenhall as attendee (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Council will review the Mayor's mid-year budget proposals and a regional economic update. The body is also discussing several new ordinances, including a drug disposal program and changes to council meeting functions.

• Mayor's mid-year budget proposals and 2023 revenue update
• Proposed ordinance to establish a Salt Lake County Drug Disposal Program
• Adoption of the Salt Lake County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
• Discovery Gateway: The Children’s Museum FY 2024 annual budget and plan
• Interlocal agreement with Riverton City for Sandra N. Lloyd Community Center renovations

The Council voted to merge work sessions and regular meetings into a single event to increase transparency and public access. The new regular start time is set for 2:00 PM. These changes were approved for ratification at the subsequent 4:00 PM council meeting.

• Approved ordinance to combine Council Work Session and regular meetings (Unanimous)
• Approved legislative intent to set regular meeting start time at 2:00 PM (Unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss several ordinances, including the establishment of a drug disposal program and updates to council meeting functions. The body will also review the FY 2024 budget for The Children’s Museum and various interlocal agreements.

• First reading of an ordinance to establish a Salt Lake County Drug Disposal Program
• Resolution to adopt the Salt Lake County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
• Review of Discovery Gateway: The Children’s Museum’s FY 2024 Annual Budget and Plan
• Interlocal agreement with Riverton City for TRCC funds to renovate the Sandra N. Lloyd Community Center
• Interlocal agreement with Millcreek City for a Jordan River Trail trailhead and bridge

The County Council approved the Salt Lake County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and ratified several administrative items. A proposed drug disposal program was tabled, and an ordinance regarding council meeting functions was forwarded for final consideration.

• Approved Salt Lake County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (Unanimous)
• Forwarded ordinance to clarify purpose and function of Council Meetings to June 13 meeting (Unanimous)
• Tabled Drug Disposal Program ordinance until further notice
• Ratified legislative intent regarding regular Council Meeting start times (Unanimous)
• Ratified updated legislative intent for South Jordan Recreation Center Lap Lane Expansion (Unanimous)
• Ratified Discovery Gateway: The Children’s Museum’s FY 2024 Annual Budget and Plan (Unanimous)
• Ratified interlocal agreement with Riverton City for Sandra N. Lloyd Community Center renovation funds (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council will discuss funding for public safety services in designated recreation areas and review 2023 capital project re-budgets. The session includes an informational presentation on agricultural programs and several resolutions regarding land easements and interlocal agreements.

• Interlocal agreement with Magna Metro Township for Utah & Salt Lake Canal Trail construction funding
• Perpetual easement grant to Rocky Mountain Power in South Jordan
• Interlocal agreement with City of South Jordan for property exchange and sanitary sewer easement
• Budget adjustment for 2023 Capital Project Re-Budgets
• Acceptance of a $250 gift card donation from Scheels to the District Attorney’s Office

The Council approved a resolution directing the Unified Fire Authority, the Unified Fire Service Area, and the Town of Brighton to work together to reduce public safety funding gaps. The Council also approved 2023 capital project re-budgets for ratification.

• Approved resolution for public safety funding in Town of Brighton (6-3)
• Approved 2023 Capital Project Re-Budgets for ratification (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss individual competence (unanimous)
• Approved motion to re-open Council Work Session (unanimous)
• Denied substitute motion to specify intent to cease funding after December 31, 2024 (4-5)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to ratify budget adjustments for 2023 capital projects and discuss public safety funding in designated recreation areas. The body will also consider several interlocal agreements and tax administration requests.

• Budget Adjustment: 2023 Capital Project Re-Budgets
• Interlocal agreement with Magna Metro Township for the Utah & Salt Lake Canal Trail
• Perpetual easement for Rocky Mountain Power in South Jordan
• Interlocal agreement with City of South Jordan for property exchange and sewer easement
• Request to write off $81,728.54 in uncollectible personal property taxes

The County Council ratified several administrative actions, including a funding agreement for a trail project and a utility easement. A resolution regarding public safety funding for the Town of Brighton was ratified by a split vote.

• Approved $162,000 transfer from Magna Metro Township for Utah & Salt Lake Canal Trail construction (Unanimous)
• Approved perpetual easement for Rocky Mountain Power in South Jordan (Unanimous)
• Ratified Resolution No. 6105 regarding public safety funding for Town of Brighton (6-3)
• Ratified 2023 Capital Project Re-Budgets (Unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of May 30, 2023 meeting for Memorial Day (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Council will not be holding a Work Session Meeting this week.

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council will discuss a state of emergency update regarding flooding and the reappointment of a committee member. The body is also deciding on the transfer of real property to the Metro Township of Magna and several funding agreements for city projects.

• Transfer of real property at 3645 South Elk Point Dr., Magna to the Metro Township of Magna
• TRCC fund contributions for Midvale Main Street lighting, West Valley City pickleball and skate park lighting, and 10 pickleball courts in Taylorsville
• TRCC fund contributions for Sandy City's Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Alta Canyon Sports Center design, and Sandy Amphitheater guest services
• Personal property tax refund request for $396,811.26
• Re-appointment of Tawnee McCay to the Tourism, Recreation, and Cultural Convention Facilities Tax Advisory Committee

The County Council approved the transfer of real property located at 3645 South Elk Point Dr. to the Metro Township of Magna. The Council also re-appointed Tawnee McCay to a tax advisory committee. Officials provided updates on flood emergency costs and response efforts.

• Approved transfer of Lamplight Village Park to Metro Township of Magna (Unanimous)
• Approved re-appointment of Tawnee McCay to the Tourism, Recreation, and Cultural Convention Facilities Tax Advisory Committee (Unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss the removal of the Town of Brighton from a designated recreation area and the cessation of general fund payments for its public safety services after FY 2024. The body will also consider extending a flooding emergency declaration and reviewing a behavioral health area plan.

• Public hearing on surplus property at Lamplight Village Park (3645 South Elk Point Dr.)
• Proposed cessation of general fund dollars for Town of Brighton public safety services after FY 2024
• Resolution to extend the Mayor's emergency declaration due to flooding
• Interlocal agreements for TRCC funds for Bluffdale East/West Trail and Murray City Cahoon Mansion museum
• Personal property tax refunds of $266,018.22 for 2021 and $22,983.30 for 2022

The County Council extended the Mayor's state of emergency due to flooding and imminent threats of additional flooding. The Council also ratified the Division of Behavioral Health Services FY 24 Area Plan and approved funding for two municipal projects. One item regarding the Town of Brighton was pulled from the agenda.

• Extended flooding emergency declaration until midnight June 13, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Ratified Division of Behavioral Health Services FY 24 Area Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved TRCC funds for Bluffdale East/West Trail construction (Ratified)
• Approved TRCC funds for rehabilitation of Cahoon Mansion into a museum (Ratified)
• Held public hearing on surplus property of Lamplight Village Park
• Pulled resolution to remove Town of Brighton from Recreation Area and cease public safety funding

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to approve recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The body will vote on exempt property lists for tax years 2022-2023 and personal property recommended actions.

• Recommendations on Exempt Property for Tax Years 2022-2023
• Personal Property Recommended Actions
• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer Recommendations
• Acceptance of April 25, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Equalization approved the minutes from the April 25 meeting and accepted recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The board also approved lists for exempt property and personal property appeals.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations list (unanimous)
• Approved personal property appeals recommended actions list (unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss removing the Town of Brighton from a designated recreation area and ending General Fund payments for its public safety services after FY 2024. The body is also considering an extension of the flooding emergency declaration and the FY 24 Behavioral Health Services Area Plan.

• Proposed removal of Town of Brighton from Recreation Area and cessation of public safety funding after FY 2024
• Resolution to extend the Mayor's declared emergency due to flooding
• Interlocal agreement with Bluffdale City for TRCC funds for the East/West Trail
• Interlocal agreement with Murray City for TRCC funds for Cahoon Mansion rehabilitation
• Perpetual access easement agreement between Salt Lake County and Midvale City

The Council failed to pass multiple resolutions that would have removed the Town of Brighton from the County's recreation area and ended General Fund subsidies for public safety services. Instead, the Council decided to develop a new resolution incorporating policy options to be reviewed in two weeks.

• Denied resolution to remove Brighton from Recreation Area and cease public safety funding after Jan 1, 2025 (3-6)
• Denied resolution to remove Brighton from Recreation Area and cease public safety funding after fiscal year 2024 (4-5)
• Approved motion to develop a different resolution regarding funding options and policy to be presented in two weeks (9-0)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to decide on several budget adjustments for public works, parks, and flood control. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a conventions and tourism assessment area and consider funding awards for affordable housing.

• Proposed $19,553,000 in ARPA funds for affordable housing and an additional $5,581,864 to fund all 17 applications
• Budget adjustment of $3,755,700 from General Fund for flood control emergency expenses
• Public hearing on the formation of the Salt Lake County Conventions and Tourism Assessment Area
• Budget adjustment of $754,700 for Sego Lily Road Improvement project
• Budget adjustment of $585,000 to rebuild a landfill dozer

The Council held a public hearing on forming the Salt Lake County Conventions and Tourism Assessment Area (CTAA), with many tourism and business representatives speaking in favor. No vote was taken; the Council will decide on June 6, 2023, after municipalities review the proposal. The Council also ratified several budget adjustments, including $3.8 million for flood control and funds for road, landfill, and recreation center projects.

• Ratified $754,700 budget adjustment for Sego Lily Road Improvement project (unanimous)
• Ratified $585,000 budget adjustment to rebuild landfill dozer (unanimous)
• Ratified $3,755,700 budget adjustment for flood control emergency expenses (unanimous)
• Ratified $150,000 budget adjustment to repair locker rooms at South Jordan Rec Center (unanimous)
• Ratified $252,910 budget adjustment for streetscape construction reimbursement from South Jordan City (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on CTAA formation; no vote taken, final decision scheduled for June 6, 2023

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is reviewing several budget adjustments for infrastructure and parks. The body is also considering significant ARPA fund allocations for affordable housing and emergency flood control expenses.

• Proposed $19,553,000 and an additional $5,581,864 in ARPA funds for affordable housing
• Proposed $3,755,700 from General Fund for Flood Control Engineering emergency expenses
• Proposed $754,700 for Sego Lily Road Improvement project
• Proposed $585,000 from restricted equipment replacement fund to rebuild a landfill dozer
• Proposed $150,000 to repair locker rooms and replace blinds at South Jordan Rec Center

The Council unanimously approved forwarding a $19,553,000 budget adjustment for affordable housing grants recommended by the Housing Trust Fund Advisory Board, using ARPA funds. The adjustment would support over 1,500 housing units. The Council also approved several other budget adjustments, including $3.76M for flood control emergency expenses, $754,700 for Sego Lily Road improvements, and $585,000 for a landfill dozer rebuild. All items were forwarded to the 4:00 PM Council meeting for ratification.

• Approved $19,553,000 in ARPA funds for affordable housing grants (unanimous)
• Approved $3,755,700 for flood control emergency expenses (unanimous)
• Approved $754,700 for Sego Lily Road improvement project (unanimous)
• Approved $585,000 for landfill dozer rebuild (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 for South Jordan Rec Center repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $252,910 reimbursement from South Jordan City for Bingham Creek Park (unanimous)
• Approved $90,895 from Millcreek City for Canyon Rim Playground (unanimous)
• Approved $134,200 for Pioneer Crossing Regional Park (unanimous)

TRCC - Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention

The Tourism, Recreation, Cultural and Convention board is reviewing project updates for 2023 grants and discussing guidelines for the 2024 grant support program. The meeting includes a request for direction on a project scope change for the City of West Jordan.

• City of West Jordan project scope change for the West Jordan Arts Center
• Updated TRCC Support Guidelines for the 2024 grant program
• Discovery Gateway relinquished funding
• Scheduling of June Advisory Board Training and Project Review Meeting

The board approved updated 2024 grant support guidelines and a scope change for the West Jordan Community Arts Center. The board also noted that Discovery Gateway relinquished $25,000 in funding. A follow-up meeting was scheduled for June 9th.

• Approved West Jordan Community Arts Center project scope change and deadline extension (Unanimous)
• Approved updated 2024 TRCC Support Guidelines, including a limit of three open projects per municipality (Unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 9th at 1:00pm

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is reviewing several budget adjustments and informational presentations. The body is discussing funding for trail construction, facility repairs, and a property tax deferral program for seniors.

• Proposed $700,000 from transportation fund for Butterfield trail and trailhead projects
• Proposed $22,975 to replace the HVAC cooling coil at Abravanel Hall
• Consideration of a Property Tax Senior Deferral Program
• Acceptance of Stop the Bleed Kits donation worth $1,400 for county libraries
• Interlocal agreement with City of Holladay for TRCC funds for the Holladay City Park Historic Walk

The Council approved several budget adjustments for youth services, arts and culture, and parks and recreation. It also approved the early implementation of a property tax deferral program for qualifying seniors. All approved items were forwarded to the 4:00 PM Council meeting for ratification.

• Approved budget adjustment for two time-limited Youth Services positions (Unanimous)
• Approved $22,975 for Abravanel Hall HVAC cooling coil replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved $700,000 from transportation fund for Butterfield trail and trailhead projects (Unanimous)
• Approved implementation of the Senior Deferral Program for property taxes (Unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to approve recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The board will review property tax exemptions, significant adjustments, and recommendations from the Charity Plan Review Committee.

• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations
• Review of new and continued real and personal property tax exemptions
• Review of exempt property removals and change requests
• Recommendations from the Charity Plan Review Committee
• Report on Intermountain Health Care and Jail Agreement

The Board of Equalization unanimously approved several sets of tax exemptions for real and personal property, including new applications and removals. The board also approved assessor and hearing officer recommendations and significant adjustments.

• Approved BOE minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved significant adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved continued exemptions for real, personal property, and motor vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved new applications for real and personal property (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property change requests (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property removals (unanimous)
• Approved authorization for the Clerk of the Board of Equalization to implement decisions (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to repeal procurement preferences for small, women-owned, or minority-owned emerging businesses. The body will also ratify several budget adjustments and consider a property tax senior deferral program.

• Ordinance to repeal Small, Women-Owned, or Minority-Owned Emerging Business Preference for procurement
• Budget adjustment of $700,000 from transportation fund for Butterfield trail and trailhead projects
• Budget adjustment of $22,975 for HVAC cooling coil replacement at Abravanel Hall
• Consideration of a Property Tax Senior Deferral Program
• Acceptance of Stop the Bleed Kits donation worth $1,400 for county libraries

The County Council adopted Ordinance No. 1912, which amends the County Code of Ordinances. This action repeals the procurement preference previously granted to small, women-owned, or minority-owned emerging businesses for the purchase of goods or services.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1912 to repeal the small, women-owned, or minority-owned emerging business preference for county procurement

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is discussing an ordinance to repeal procurement preferences for small, women-owned, or minority-owned emerging businesses. The body is also considering ending general fund public safety funding for the Town of Brighton after fiscal year 2024.

• First reading of an ordinance to repeal Small, Women-Owned, or Minority-Owned Emerging Business procurement preferences
• Proposed removal of the Town of Brighton from the Recreation Area and cessation of public safety funding after FY2024
• Setting a May 9 public hearing for the transfer of Lamplight Village Park to the Township of Magna
• Acceptance of an $8,500 donation from Salt Lake Honorary Colonels to the Sheriff’s Office
• Interlocal agreements for TRCC funds for projects in Cottonwood Heights, Taylorsville, South Jordan, and Herriman

The County Council formally recognized the Granite Community Council and approved a public hearing for the transfer of Lamplight Village Park to Magna. The Council also ratified several budget and personnel actions and approved funding for three playgrounds in Cottonwood Heights.

• Approved public hearing for May 9, 2023, regarding transfer of Lamplight Village Park to Magna (Unanimous)
• Forwarded ordinance to repeal small, women-owned, or minority-owned emerging business procurement preference to April 25 meeting (5-4)
• Ratified grade increase for Fleet Technicians from Grade 12 to Grade 13 (Unanimous)
• Ratified formal recognition of the Granite Community Council (Unanimous)
• Ratified Human Resources' Attorney Pay Recommendations (Unanimous)
• Ratified appointment of Kaila Grafeman and reappointment of Holly Nichols to Sugar House Park Authority (Unanimous)
• Ratified acceptance of $8,500 donation to Sheriff's Office and various Animal Services donations (Unanimous)
• Ratified interlocal agreement to fund three playgrounds in Cottonwood Heights (Unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to approve recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The body will consider tax year 2022 exempt property recommendations and specific property tax appeals.

• Recommendations on Exempt Property for Tax Year 2022
• Greenbelt Rollback Appeal for Kings Peak Development Co, LLC (TC#8521)
• Stipulation for Hexcel Corporation (122639) Tax Year 2022
• Stipulation for The Dannon Company (122567) Tax Years 2021-2022
• Approval of Personal Property Recommended Actions

The Board of Equalization unanimously approved the assessor and hearing officer recommendations and the exempt property list. The board also approved greenbelt rollback appeals and several personal property appeal stipulations.

• Approved BoE minutes from 040423 (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations 23-0433 (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations list 23-0424 (unanimous)
• Approved greenbelt rollback appeal 23-0419 (unanimous)
• Approved personal property recommended actions 23-0414 (unanimous)
• Approved Hexcel stipulation 23-0417 (unanimous)
• Approved The Dannon Company stipulation 23-0418 (unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is reviewing a proposal to remove the Town of Brighton from its recreation area and stop providing General Fund dollars for its public safety services after fiscal year 2024. The body is also discussing changes to procurement preferences and attorney pay recommendations.

• Proposed repeal of Small, Women-Owned, or Minority-Owned Emerging Business Preference for procurement
• Resolution to cease General Fund public safety funding for Town of Brighton after FY 2024
• Acceptance of $8,500 donation from Salt Lake Honorary Colonels to Sheriff's Office
• Interlocal agreements for TRCC funds for playgrounds in Cottonwood Heights and a trailhead in Herriman City
• Budget adjustment to increase Fleet Technicians from Grade 12 to Grade 13

The Council approved pay increases for attorneys and a grade upgrade for Fleet technicians. It also voted to remove procurement preferences for small, women-owned, or minority-owned businesses and formally recognized the Granite Community Council.

• Approved Fleet Technician grade increase from Grade 12 to Grade 13 (Unanimous)
• Approved repeal of small, women-owned, or minority-owned emerging business procurement preference (5-4)
• Approved formal recognition of the Granite Community Council (Unanimous)
• Approved attorney pay recommendations with a requirement for a one-year effect report (Unanimous)
• Tabled resolution to remove Town of Brighton from recreation area and cease public safety funding until May 9, 2023

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss the creation of a tourism assessment area involving multiple cities and the township of Kearns. The body is also reviewing budget adjustments for arts and culture and various real property resolutions.

• Proposed creation of the Salt Lake County Convention and Tourism Assessment Area
• Request to release $115,779 in restricted funds to replace vandalized artwork
• Conveyance of surplus real property to Colin A. and Patricia A. Harris
• Sale of a storm drain easement at approximately 617 West Taylorsville Express Way
• Adoption of the 2023 Mid-Year Budget Calendar

The Council approved several items to be forwarded for ratification, including a resolution to create a tourism and convention assessment area. Other approved actions included a budget adjustment for vandalized artwork and funding for a community council. A proposal to reduce the tourism project's scope to two years was defeated.

• Approved resolution to create Salt Lake County Convention and Tourism Assessment Area (5-2)
• Denied amendment to reduce tourism project time scope from five years to two years (2-5)
• Approved release of $115,779 in restricted funds to replace vandalized artwork (Unanimous)
• Approved $767 funding request for Sandy Hills Community Council insurance (Unanimous)
• Approved incentive plan over $3,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Mid-Year Budget Calendar
• Approved conveyance of surplus real property to Colin A. and Patricia A. Harris
• Approved sale of storm drain easement to Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to approve recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The body will consider tax year 2022 exempt property recommendations and a personal property appeal for Alpine Technical Services.

• Recommendations on Exemption Property for Tax Year 2022
• Personal property appeal for Alpine Technical Services (Tax Years 2019-2022)
• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer Recommendations
• Approval of Significant Adjustments

The Board of Equalization unanimously approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting. The board also approved assessor and hearing officer recommendations, significant adjustments, and exempt property recommendations. Additionally, a stipulation for personal property appeals regarding Alpine Technical Services was approved.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (Unanimous)
• Approved significant adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations list (Unanimous)
• Approved Alpine Technical Services personal property appeal stipulation (Unanimous)

County Council

The County Council is discussing the formation of a tourism assessment area and requesting consent from several local cities. The body is also voting on hydrology studies and various budget adjustments.

• Proposed creation of the Salt Lake County Convention and Tourism Assessment Area
• Budget request to release $115,779 to replace artwork damaged by vandalism
• Adoption of Northwest Creek and Canal and Southwest Creek and Canal Hydrology Studies
• Sale of a storm drain easement at approximately 617 West Taylorsville Express Way
• Conveyance of surplus real property to Colin A. and Patricia A. Harris

The County Council adopted ordinances approving the Northwest Creek and Canal and Southwest Creek and Canal Hydrology Studies to update storm drainage and flood control for new developments. The Council also initiated the process to create a Convention and Tourism Assessment Area and approved several real estate transactions.

• Approved Northwest Creek and Canal Hydrology Study (unanimous)
• Approved Southwest Creek and Canal Hydrology Study (unanimous)
• Approved request to create Salt Lake County Convention and Tourism Assessment Area (5-2)
• Set public hearing for Convention and Tourism Assessment Area for May 2, 2023 (5-2)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 2593 S 800 E to Colin and Patricia Harris for $500
• Approved sale of storm drain easement at 617 West Taylorsville Express Way for $6,100
• Approved release of $115,779 in restricted funds to replace vandalized artwork (unanimous)
• Cancelled the April 11, 2023 Council meeting (unanimous)

Debt Review Committee

The Salt Lake County Debt Review Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and hold a discussion regarding sales tax on food.

• Discussion on Sales Tax on Food

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from meeting 23-0276. Members discussed the potential legal and credit rating risks of eliminating the 0.25 percent county option sales tax on food, as well as a request for C-PACE bond issuance.

• Approved Minutes 23-0276 (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council is conducting public hearings and first readings for ordinances regarding the Northwest and Southwest Canal and Creek Hydrology Studies. The body is also ratifying several budget adjustments and processing various tax administration letters.

• Public hearings and first readings for Northwest and Southwest Canal and Creek Hydrology Study ordinances
• Budget adjustment of $350,000 for the Landfill to rebuild a compactor
• Budget adjustment of $250,000 for Indigent Legal Services for a private defense attorney contract
• Budget transfer of $427,687 for the Library Daybreak building expenses
• Acceptance of a $16,000 in-kind donation from Project Glimmer to the SLCo Health Department

The Council ratified several budget adjustments for the Landfill, Library, and Justice Court. It also approved various tax administration letters regarding relief, refunds, and exemptions. Two hydrology studies were forwarded for final consideration at the next meeting.

• Ratified $350,000 budget adjustment to rebuild a Landfill compactor (Unanimous)
• Ratified $250,000 one-time budget adjustment for Indigent Legal Services private defense contract (Unanimous)
• Ratified $427,687 transfer from 2019 Library MBA Bond Fund to Library operating budget (Unanimous)
• Ratified $150,000 payment to Hagerty Consulting for FEMA reimbursement assistance (Unanimous)
• Ratified Justice Court contra account reversal reduced to $900,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved various tax relief, hardship settlement, and property tax refund letters (Unanimous)
• Forwarded Northwest and Southwest Canal and Creek Hydrology Studies to April 4 meeting (Unanimous)
• Ratified acceptance of $16,000 in-kind donation from Project Glimmer to Health Department (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Council is reviewing several budget adjustment requests for county facilities and services. The session includes informational presentations on canal and creek hydrology studies. Members will also consider a donation to the Health Department.

• Request for $350,000 to rebuild a landfill compactor
• Request for $250,000 for a private defense attorney for Indigent Legal Services
• Transfer of $427,687 from 2019 Library MBA Bond Capital Project Fund for the Daybreak building
• Payment of $150,000 to Hagerty Consulting from FEMA reimbursements
• Acceptance of a $16,000 in-kind donation from Project Glimmer to the Health Department

The Council unanimously approved several budget adjustments and a donation acceptance to be forwarded for ratification. These actions include funding for landfill equipment, legal services, and library reimbursements. The Council also reviewed hydrology studies for the Northwest and Southwest canals.

• Approved Salt Palace and Mountain America Expo Center capital project budget true-ups (Unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 for landfill compactor rebuild (Unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 for Indigent Legal Services private defense attorney contract (Unanimous)
• Approved $427,687 transfer to reimburse Daybreak building expenses (Unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 payment to Hagerty Consulting for FEMA reimbursement assistance (Unanimous)
• Approved reduction of Justice Court contra account from $1.3M to $900,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $16,000 in-kind donation from Project Glimmer to Health Department (Unanimous)
• Approved March 7 and March 14, 2023 Work Session minutes (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Council will not be holding a Work Session Meeting this week.

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss budget adjustments, property easements, and an ordinance regarding community councils in unincorporated areas. The body will also set dates for public hearings on hydrology studies.

• Proposed ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 2.56 regarding Community Districts and Community Councils
• Proposed $25,800 transfer of Corridor Preservation Funds to Bluffdale City for transportation property acquisition
• Budget adjustment to recognize a $37,000 grant for the Mayor’s Office for New Americans
• Budget adjustment to use $79,730 for Health Department Continuity of Operations plans
• Public hearings set for 3/28/2023 regarding Northwest and Southwest Canal and Creek Hydrology Studies

The Council adopted an ordinance establishing new requirements for nonprofit community councils in unincorporated areas to seek recognition and funding. The Council also approved several budget adjustments and property easements.

• Approved Ordinance 1909 updating requirements for unincorporated community councils (Unanimous)
• Approved $37,000 budget adjustment for Mayor’s Office for New Americans grant (Unanimous)
• Approved $79,730 budget adjustment for Health Department COOP plans (Unanimous)
• Approved $25,800 transfer to Bluffdale City for transportation property acquisition (Unanimous)
• Approved release of right-of-way in Draper for $150 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 water line easement for White City Water Improvement District (Unanimous)
• Set public hearings for 3/28/2023 on Northwest and Southwest Canal and Creek Hydrology Studies (Unanimous)
• Approved Assessor Tax Letters and March 7th meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to approve recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The board will also consider recommendations regarding exempt property for the 2022 tax year.

• Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer Recommendations (23-0323)
• Recommendations on Exemption Property for Tax Year 2022 (23-0296)
• Acceptance of March 7, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Equalization unanimously approved the Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations and the list of exempt property. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved BOE minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations list (unanimous)

Redevelopment Agency

The Salt Lake County Redevelopment Agency is meeting to discuss the purchase of a property located at 2725 S 9050 W, Magna, UT 84044. The board will also review minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting.

• Discussion of resolution to purchase 2725 S 9050 W, Magna, UT 84044

The Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake County approved the purchase of a land parcel in Magna to allow for property assembly and future investment. The board also approved the minutes from the January 10, 2023 meeting.

• Approved purchase of 2725 S 9050 W, Magna, UT for $140,000 (unanimous)
• Approved RDA Minutes for January 10, 2023 (unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is reviewing several budget adjustments and board appointments. The body is also considering an ordinance to update requirements for community councils in the unincorporated county.

• Proposed $250,000 one-time budget adjustment for Indigent Legal Services to fund a private defense attorney
• Proposed $125,000 budget adjustment to recognize a grant for first responder mental health services
• Proposed transfer of $220,473.34 in Fleet Fund replacement funds to the TRCC fund for Equestrian Park
• Proposed ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 2.56 regarding Community Districts and Community Councils
• Consideration of revised ZAP Tier II award amount for Oquirrh Hills Performing Arts Alliance/The Empress Theatre

The Council approved several budget adjustments and board appointments to be ratified at a later meeting. They established a funding cap for swimming lane expansions at the South Jordan Recreation Center and approved a revised community council ordinance. The session also included informational briefings on snowpack runoff and county law enforcement units.

• Approved $5,429,220 funding cap for South Jordan Recreation Center swim lanes (Unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 budget adjustment for Indigent Legal Services private defense contract (Unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 budget adjustment to recognize a first responder mental health grant (Unanimous)
• Approved $220,473.34 transfer from Fleet Fund to TRCC fund for Equestrian Park (Unanimous)
• Approved incentive plan for Assessor’s Office Commercial Quality Assurance Coordinator (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments for Aging and Adult Services, Library Board, and ZAP Advisory Boards (Unanimous)
• Approved revised community council ordinance for unincorporated county (Unanimous)
• Approved compensation philosophy project mission statement and purpose (Unanimous)

County Council

The County Council is reviewing a first reading of an ordinance to update requirements for nonprofit community councils to receive county recognition and funding. The body is also considering several budget adjustments and board appointments.

• First reading of ordinance updating Chapter 2.56 regarding Community Districts and Community Councils
• Budget adjustment of $250,000 for Indigent Legal Services to fund a private defense attorney
• Budget adjustment to recognize a $125,000 grant for first responder mental health services
• Transfer of $220,473.34 in Fleet Fund replacement funds to the TRCC fund for Equestrian Park
• Appointments for the Council for Aging & Adult Services, Library Board, and ZAP Advisory Boards

The County Council ratified several budget adjustments, including $250,000 for indigent legal services and a $125,000 mental health grant for first responders. The council also approved various board appointments and forwarded a community council ordinance to a final vote. Tax letters and business disclosures were processed and filed.

• Forwarded community council ordinance revisions to March 21 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 budget adjustment for Indigent Legal Services (Unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 budget adjustment for first responder mental health grant (Unanimous)
• Approved $220,473.34 transfer of Equestrian Park replacement funds to TRCC fund (Unanimous)
• Ratified appointments for Council for Aging & Adult Services, Library Board, and ZAP Advisory Boards (Unanimous)
• Approved corrected 2022 tax exemptions and abatements (Unanimous)
• Approved partial release of liens for multiple entities including Toll Southwest LLC and Edge Homes Utah LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved DMV registration refunds totaling $3,142.00 (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is reviewing several budget reallocations for the Sheriff's Office and an informational presentation on the county tax administration system. The body is also considering updates to IT security policies regarding TikTok and ZAP financial policies.

• Proposed $2 million transfer from Oxbow Jail Control room project to ADC security system upgrades
• Proposed $200,000 reallocation for ADC power delivery system components
• Proposed $200,000 for Special Operations Building roof top unit replacement
• Proposed prohibition of TikTok in Countywide Information Technology Security Social Media Use Policy
• Resolution to transfer seven parks to the Metro Township of Kearns

The Council approved budget reallocations for the Sheriff's Office and updates to ZAP and TikTok usage policies. They also approved the transfer of seven parks to the Metro Township of Kearns and a real estate contract with UDOT. All items were forwarded to the 4:00 PM Council meeting for final ratification.

• Approved $200,000 reallocation for Sheriff's Office power delivery system (Unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 for Sheriff's Special Operations Building roof top unit (Unanimous)
• Approved ZAP Policy 1031 updates to financial thresholds (Unanimous)
• Approved TikTok policy updates allowing guest network and DA investigative use (Unanimous)
• Approved real estate purchase contract and property conveyance to UDOT (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of 7 parks to Metro Township of Kearns (Unanimous)
• Approved donation of 40 Utah Jazz tickets for Library reading program (Unanimous)
• Approved February 21st, 2023 Council Work Session Minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization unanimously approved the Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations and the 2022 exempt property list. The Board also approved a stipulation and agreement regarding a personal property appeal for Daybreak Auto Spa. Three members volunteered for the Charity Plan review Committee.

• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer Recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved Recommendations on Exemption Property for Tax Year 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Stipulation & Agreement for Daybreak Auto Spa personal property appeal (unanimous)
• Appointed Board Members Bradley, Alvord, and Stewart to Charity Plan review Committee

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss an ordinance regarding the appointment of deputy mayors and department directors. The body is also ratifying several budget adjustments for the Sheriff's Office and the transfer of seven parks to the Metro Township of Kearns.

• Ordinance to require Council advice and consent for Deputy Mayors and Department Director appointments
• Sheriff's Office budget requests: $200,000 for power delivery system, $200,000 for Special Operations Building roof, and $2M for ADC security system
• Transfer of Bruce Field, David Gourley, Impressions, Loder, Mountain Man, North, and South Parks to Metro Township of Kearns
• Proposed update to IT security policy to prohibit the use of TikTok
• Real estate purchase contract with Utah Department of Transportation for property on 900 West

The County Council approved an ordinance requiring the advice and consent of the council for mayoral appointments of deputy mayors, associate deputy mayors, and department directors. The council also ratified several budget adjustments for the Sheriff's Office and approved the transfer of seven parks to the Metro Township of Kearns.

• Approved ordinance requiring Council advice and consent for Deputy Mayor, Associate Deputy Mayor, and Department Director appointments (8-1)
• Ratified $200,000 reallocation for Sheriff's Office power delivery system components (Unanimous)
• Ratified $200,000 for Sheriff's Special Operations Building rooftop unit replacement (Unanimous)
• Ratified $2M transfer from Oxbow Jail Control room project to ADC security system upgrades (Unanimous)
• Ratified updates to ZAP Advisory Board Policy 1031 financial thresholds (Unanimous)
• Ratified IT security policy update prohibiting TikTok (Unanimous)
• Approved sale of two property parcels and three easements to UDOT for $164,500 (Ratified)
• Approved transfer of seven parks to the Metro Township of Kearns (Ratified)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council will discuss several budget adjustments, including funding for indigent legal services and Afghan refugee resettlement. The body is also considering an ordinance to require Council advice and consent for mayoral appointments of department directors and deputy mayors.

• Interlocal agreements for transportation projects including $4.5 million for Wasatch Blvd Shared Use Path and $3 million for 3900 South Widening
• Proposed $125,000 for a private defense attorney for Indigent Legal Services
• Proposed $61,000 grant to Salt Lake City for Afghan refugee resettlement
• Proposed update to IT security policy to prohibit the use of TikTok
• Proposed $600,000 re-budget for the Countywide Operations Assessment study

The County Council ratified several interlocal agreements to fund transportation projects across various cities. It also approved budget adjustments for the Eccles Theater and Indigent Legal Services, and forwarded an ordinance regarding mayoral appointments to a final vote.

• Forwarded ordinance requiring Council advice and consent for mayoral appointments to March 7 meeting (8-1)
• Approved $61,000 grant to Salt Lake City for Afghan refugee resettlement (6-3)
• Ratified $850,000 for Bluffdale City Rose Creek Trail Connector
• Ratified $600,000 and $500,000 for Cottonwood Heights pedestrian trails
• Ratified $600,000 and $4.5M for Holladay City bike lane and shared use path
• Ratified $420,000 and $800,000 for Herriman City trail projects
• Ratified $3M for West Valley City 3900 South widening and reconstruction
• Approved $125,000 for Indigent Legal Services to fund a private defense attorney

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is discussing an ordinance to require Council advice and consent for the appointment of Deputy Mayors, Associate Deputy Mayors, and Department Directors. The body is also reviewing numerous transportation fund transfers to local cities and various budget adjustments.

• Proposed ordinance requiring Council consent for mayoral appointments of Deputy Mayors and Department Directors
• Transportation fund transfers including $4.5 million to Holladay City and $3 million to West Valley City
• Budget adjustment of $600,000 for the Countywide Operations Assessment study project
• Interlocal agreement to provide $61,000 to Salt Lake City for Afghan refugee resettlement
• Proposed update to IT security policy to prohibit the use of TikTok

The Council approved several interlocal agreements to transfer transportation funds to various cities and the Jordan River Commission. They also approved budget adjustments for the Eccles Theater, Mayor's Administration, and Indigent Legal Services, and voted to oppose SB 295 regarding Dedicated Infrastructure Districts.

• Approved $61,000 for Afghan refugee resettlement support (7-1)
• Approved $125,000 for Indigent Legal Services private defense contract (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Katherine Fife as Associate Deputy Mayor (7-1)
• Approved $9,827 budget request for Granite Community Council (unanimous)
• Voted to strongly oppose SB 295 regarding Dedicated Infrastructure Districts (unanimous)
• Voted to oppose HB 505 Feral Cat Amendments if reconsidered (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to dissolve Little Cottonwood Improvement District (unanimous)
• Approved 14 transportation fund transfers to cities and agencies (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council is discussing the transfer of several parks to Murray City and Millcreek City and the formal adoption of the Sandy Hills General Plan. The body is also reviewing multiple budget adjustments for facilities, telecommunications, and public works.

• Transfer of $2,088,671 in County Corridor Preservation Funds to Herriman City for transportation property acquisition
• Public hearing and proposed transfer of Riverview Park (5844 South 700 West) and Woodstock Meadows Park to Murray City
• Proposed transfer of Sunnyvale Park, Fortuna Park, and Canyon Rim Park to Millcreek City
• Formal adoption of the Sandy Hills General Plan
• Budget adjustments including $700,000 for video conferencing equipment and $275,000 for MSD construction contingency

The Council approved the transfer of Riverview and Woodstock Meadows Parks to Murray City, as well as Sunnyvale, Fortuna, and Canyon Rim Parks to Millcreek City. The Council also formally adopted the Sandy Hills General Plan and ratified several budget adjustments and funding transfers.

• Approved transfer of Riverview and Woodstock Meadows Parks to Murray City (Unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Sunnyvale, Fortuna, and Canyon Rim Parks to Millcreek City (Ratified)
• Adopted Sandy Hills General Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,088,671 transfer of Corridor Preservation Funds to Herriman City (Ratified)
• Approved $44,400 easement purchase agreement with Granger Hunter Improvement District (Ratified)
• Accepted $15,000 donation from Utah Jazz for library reading program (Ratified)
• Accepted $141,610.91 donation from ShelterKids’ Angel Tree for youth services (Ratified)
• Ratified budget adjustments for facilities, telecommunications, surveyor's office, and county jail

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is discussing several budget adjustments for facilities, telecommunications, and public works. The body is also reviewing 2023 legislation and considering the transfer of three parks to Millcreek City.

• Proposed transfer of $2,088,671 in County Corridor Preservation Funds to Herriman City for property acquisition
• Transfer of Sunnyvale Park, Fortuna Park, and Canyon Rim Park to Millcreek City
• Budget adjustments including $700,000 for video conferencing equipment and $200,000 for Oxbow boiler and piping replacement
• Acceptance of a $141,610.91 donation from ShelterKids for Youth Services
• Budget adjustment of $94,931 from a Federal COPS grant for County Jail staff mental health

The Council approved several budget adjustments for facilities and infrastructure and voted on positions for multiple state legislative bills. They also authorized a multi-million dollar fund transfer to Herriman City for property acquisition. Most items were forwarded to the 4:00 PM Council meeting for ratification.

• Approved $2,088,671 transfer to Herriman City for transportation properties (unanimous)
• Approved $700,000 technical budget adjustment for video conferencing equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 re-budget for Oxbow boiler and piping project (unanimous)
• Approved $275,000 and other adjustments for Public Works MSD projects (unanimous)
• Approved $95,000 for South Towne Expo Center firewall replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $45,000 for Ellis Shipp chiller replacement (unanimous)
• Voted to oppose HB 374 regarding Unified Police Department (6-3)
• Voted to support HB 499 regarding homeless services (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to decide on various property tax appeals and exemption applications. The board will review recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officers regarding value adjustments and dismissals.

• Proposed value reduction for 9785 S Monroe Street from $22,041,600 to $16,920,000
• Review of 420 BoE appeals and 3 appeals with tax relief
• Approval of exemption applications, including one approval, one denial, and one removal due to sale
• Review of 16 parcels with market value changes exceeding +/- $250,000

The Board of Equalization approved several batches of tax appeals, including recommendations to adjust, deny, or dismiss specific cases. The Board also approved a significant property value reduction for a Sandy Park Common, LLC office site and voted on exempt property applications.

• Approved BoE minutes for January 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved 419 BoE appeals based on Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations (Unanimous)
• Approved 3 BoE appeals with Tax Relief (Unanimous)
• Approved value reduction for 9785 S Monroe Street from $22,041,600 to $16,920,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations, including one approval, one removal due to sale, and one denial (Unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council will conduct a public hearing and first reading of the Sandy Hills General Plan. The body is also considering budget adjustments for Youth Services and the Auditor's Office, as well as various interlocal agreements.

• Public hearing and first reading of the Sandy Hills General Plan
• Budget adjustment to move $66,000 in the Youth Services Afterschool Program from personnel to travel
• Budget adjustment of $18,350 for the Auditor's Office audit software
• Interlocal agreement with West Valley City for transportation funds for the Cross Towne Trail
• Amendment to an agreement with Salt Lake City for improvements to the Oak Hills Tennis Center

The County Council adopted an ordinance to clarify the order of business for regular meetings and ratified several interlocal agreements for the Utah Performing Arts Center Agency. The council also approved budget adjustments for Youth Services and the Auditor's Office and forwarded the Sandy Hills General Plan for final consideration.

• Approved ordinance amending Section 2.04.080 regarding regular meeting order of business (Unanimous)
• Forwarded Sandy Hills General Plan to February 21 meeting for final consideration (Unanimous)
• Ratified $66,000 budget shift for Youth Services Afterschool Program travel (Unanimous)
• Ratified $18,350 budget shift for Auditor's Office audit software (Unanimous)
• Approved four amendments to UPACA interlocal and operating agreements, including a $1M annual reserve contribution (Unanimous)
• Ratified appointment of Jacob Nieuwsma and Riley Rodriguez as Deputy Constables
• Ratified $1.35M transfer of transportation funds to West Valley City for Cross Towne Trail
• Approved $3,000 contribution to the Alzheimer’s Association in memory of Gayla Casper

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss legislative positions, budget adjustments, and interlocal agreements. The session includes informational presentations on water conservation, forest management, and solid waste management.

• Proposed $66,000 budget adjustment for Youth Services Afterschool Program travel
• Proposed $18,350 appropriation shift for Auditor's Office audit software
• UPACA Interlocal and Operating Agreement amendments
• Interlocal agreement with West Valley City for Cross Towne Trail transportation funds
• Amendment to agreement with Salt Lake City for Oak Hills Tennis Center improvements

The Council took positions on several state bills, most notably strongly opposing HB 374 regarding the Unified Police Department. They also approved budget adjustments for Youth Services and the Auditor's Office, and updated agreements for the Eccles Theater.

• Strongly opposed HB 374 (County Sheriff Amendments) (6-2)
• Opposed HB 173 (Government Attorney Fees Amendments) (6-2)
• Supported HB 358 (County Auditor Amendments) (Unanimous)
• Supported HB 371 (Working Farm and Ranch Protection Fund) (Unanimous)
• Approved $66,000 budget shift for Youth Services Afterschool Program travel (Unanimous)
• Approved $18,350 appropriation shift for Auditor's Office software (Unanimous)
• Approved UPACA amendments to move Eccles Theater to County insurance and increase capital reserve contribution to $1M (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 contribution to the Alzheimer’s Association (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss various budget adjustments for health and justice services and to determine positions on 2023 legislation. The session includes informational presentations on public bonds, the Great Salt Lake, and the creation of the Salt Lake County Foundation.

• Budget adjustment of $316,672 for the Health Department Influenza Hospitalization Project
• Budget adjustment of $50,000 for the District Attorney’s Office Children's Justice Center
• Proposed ordinance amending Section 2.04.080 regarding regular meeting order of business
• Conditional approval of an annexation into South Jordan
• Acceptance of 70 Autism Sensory Kits donated to the Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office

The Council approved several budget adjustments for the District Attorney, Health Department, and Youth Services. They also voted to support or oppose multiple state bills and approved a conditional annexation into South Jordan. All approved items were forwarded to the 4:00 PM Council meeting for ratification.

• Approved $6,700 incentive plan for Office of Regional Development (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 budget addition for Children's Justice Center (Unanimous)
• Approved $316,672 federal grant for Influenza Hospitalization Project (Unanimous)
• Approved 0.75 FTE Case Manager for Opioid Affected Youth Initiative (Unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending regular meeting order of business (Unanimous)
• Approved conditional annexation into South Jordan (Unanimous)
• Supported SB 33, SB 86, SB 138, HB 60, HB 43, SB 117, and Meals on Wheels appropriation (Unanimous)
• Opposed SB 113 Local Agriculture Amendments (Unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to approve or deny various property tax appeals based on recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officers. The board will also review requests to reinstate or remove property tax exemptions.

• Proposed value reduction for 1164-1180 S 4800 W from $45,776,980 to $27,846,000
• Proposed value reduction for 341 S Rio Grande St from $45,844,500 to $42,500,000
• Review of 375 total appeals for the current week
• Exemption request for Orrin G. Hatch Foundation
• Approval of minutes from January 3, 2023

The Board of Equalization approved several sets of tax appeal recommendations, including adjustments, denials, and dismissals. The board also approved a significant value reduction for a commercial property and updated the exempt property list.

• Approved minutes from January 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations for BoE Appeals, including adjustments for U-52, C-35, and H-1, and denials for E-220, L-10, and J-2 (Unanimous)
• Approved BoE Appeals with Tax Relief, including Assessor Stipulation S-2 (Unanimous)
• Approved value adjustment for 1164-1180 S 4800 W from $45,776,980 to $27,846,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations, including reinstating one exemption, removing one for a sold property, and clerical corrections (Unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council will hold a public hearing regarding the transfer of Woodstock Meadows Park to Murray City. The body is also considering several budget adjustments for health and justice services and an annexation into South Jordan.

• Public hearing for the transfer of Woodstock Meadows Park (1036 East and 1060 Hyland Lake Dr.) to Murray City
• Budget adjustment to add $316,672 in federal grants for the Health Department's Influenza Hospitalization Project
• Budget adjustment to add $50,000 to the District Attorney’s Office for the Children's Justice Center
• Conditional approval of an annexation into South Jordan
• Personal property tax refund request for $21,981.14

The County Council approved an ordinance replacing the Auditor's position on the Fleet Management Board with a representative from the Treasurer's Office. The Council also ratified several budget adjustments for the District Attorney, Health Department, and Youth Services, and conditionally agreed to a land annexation by South Jordan City.

• Approved ordinance replacing Auditor's position with Treasurer's Office on Fleet Management Board (Unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Sandy Hills General Plan on February 7, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Ratified $50,000 budget addition for District Attorney's Office Children's Justice Center (Unanimous)
• Ratified $316,672 federal grant for Health Department Influenza Hospitalization Project (Unanimous)
• Ratified budget for 0.75 FTE Case Manager for Youth Services Opioid Affected Youth Initiative (Unanimous)
• Conditionally approved Lark Area Annexation by South Jordan City (Unanimous)
• Approved various tax relief, hardship, and exemption letters (Unanimous)
• Approved $21,981.14 personal property tax refund (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Council is reviewing several budget adjustments, including grant funds for community safety and land purchases in Magna. The session includes discussions on electronic meeting policies, a legislative update, and an audit of Animal Services.

• Budget request for $100,000 for the 8000 W 2700 S Realignment Project environmental study
• Appropriation shifts of $430,000 and $600,000 for Magna land purchases
• Recognition of $666,666 US Department of Justice grant for the Magna Metro Township Safety and Success Project
• Proposed $60,000 transfer from Kearns Metro Township for trail design and construction
• Acceptance of a $60,000 donation from The Friends of The Children’s Justice Center for Camp Hope

The Council approved several budget adjustments and interlocal agreements. They also passed a resolution regarding the SLVLESA CEO selection and directed staff to implement a policy and firewall to block TikTok on county-owned devices.

• Approved blocking TikTok on county laptops, phones, and WiFi (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing SLVLESA Board to select its own CEO (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 budget addition for 8000 W 2700 S realignment study (unanimous)
• Approved $1.03M in appropriation shifts for Magna land purchases (unanimous)
• Approved $666,666 DOJ grant for Magna Metro Township Safety and Success Project (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 agreement with Kearns Metro Township for trail construction (unanimous)
• Approved technical correction to Moderate Income Housing Plan (unanimous)
• Voted to support HB 21, HB 66, SB 115, HB 71, and SB 108; opposed HB 210

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council will discuss several budget adjustments and interlocal agreements. The body is also considering an ordinance to change Fleet Management Board membership and discussing options regarding TikTok.

• Public hearing set for Feb 21 on disposing of Riverview Park (5844 South 700 West) to Murray City
• Budget adjustment to add $100,000 for the 8000 W 2700 S Realignment Project environmental study
• Recognition of $666,666 DOJ grant for the Magna Metro Township Safety and Success Project
• Interlocal agreement with Kearns Metro Township for $60,000 for trail design and construction
• Budget appropriation shifts of $430,000 and $600,000 for Magna land purchases

The County Council approved an agreement with Sandy City to exchange property interests and construct improvements at Dimple Dell Regional Park. The Council also ratified several budget adjustments and a resolution regarding the leadership of the Salt Lake Valley Law Enforcement Service Area.

• Approved interlocal agreement with Sandy City for Dimple Dell Park improvements
• Approved $60,000 transfer from Kearns Metro Township for trail design and construction
• Ratified $100,000 budget addition for 8000 W 2700 S Realignment environmental study
• Ratified $430,000 and $600,000 appropriation shifts for Magna land purchases
• Ratified $666,666 US Department of Justice grant for Magna Metro Township Safety and Success Project
• Approved resolution stating the SLVLESA Board may select a CEO other than the County Sheriff
• Approved correction to the Moderate Income Housing Plan to qualify for priority state funding
• Set public hearing for Feb 21, 2023, regarding surplus property disposal to Murray City

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss transportation funding, board appointments, and real property transfers. The body is also setting public hearings for the disposal of surplus land to Murray City.

• Proposed grant of up to $509,000 to Visit Salt Lake for Cottonwood Canyons public transportation
• Public hearing scheduling for surplus property at Riverview Park (5844 South 700 East) to Murray City
• Public hearing scheduling for surplus property at Woodstock Meadows Park (1036 and 1060 East Hyland Lake Dr.) to Murray City
• Acquisition of fee interest in real property from NICO Investment, LC for the Surplus Canal Project
• Acceptance of a $3,500 donation from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for Deseret Industries vouchers

The County Council approved funding for temporary public transportation in the Cottonwood Canyons and scheduled public hearings for the disposal of two parcels of real property to Murray City. The Council also ratified board appointments and a real estate acquisition for the Surplus Canal project.

• Approved $239,520 (plus potential shortfall funds) for Visit Salt Lake temporary bus service (7-1)
• Scheduled Jan. 31 public hearing for disposal of Riverview Park to Murray City (Unanimous)
• Scheduled Jan. 31 public hearing for disposal of Woodstock Meadows Park to Murray City (Unanimous)
• Approved acquisition of real property from Nico Investment, LC for Surplus Canal project (Ratified)
• Approved $3,500 donation from Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for health department vouchers (Ratified)
• Ratified 2023 Council Board Appointments (Unanimous)
• Ratified Housing Trust Fund Advisory Board reappointments for Karen Stone and Susan Petheram (Unanimous)
• Cancelled the January 17, 2023 Council Meeting (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Salt Lake County Council is meeting to discuss a grant for public transportation in the Cottonwood Canyons and review board appointments. The session includes informational updates on the Point of the Mountain State Land Authority and the UDOT State Safety Oversight Program.

• Proposed grant of up to $509,000 to Visit Salt Lake for Cottonwood Canyons transportation
• Acquisition of fee interest in real property from NICO Investment, LC for the Surplus Canal Project
• Acceptance of a $3,500 donation from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for Deseret Industries vouchers
• Reappointments to the Housing Trust Fund Advisory Board for Karen Stone and Susan Petheram
• 2023 Council Board Appointments

The Council approved funding for a temporary shuttle program to the ski resorts to address UTA driver shortages. They also approved several board appointments and the reappointment of two members to the Housing Trust Fund Advisory Board.

• Approved $239,520 from Fund 1034 for Visit Salt Lake shuttle service (7-1)
• Approved most 2023 Council Board appointments (Unanimous)
• Appointed Council Members Granato and Alvord as primary and Stringham and Winder Newton as alternates for Council of Governments (Unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of Karen Stone and Susan Petheram to Housing Trust Fund Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Approved acquisition of fee interest in real property for Surplus Canal project (Unanimous)
• Accepted $3,500 donation from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for health department vouchers (Unanimous)
• Cancelled January 17, 2023 Council Work Session (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 tentative meeting cancellations (Unanimous)

Redevelopment Agency

The Salt Lake County Redevelopment Agency is discussing the purchase of three properties on W Magna Main. The board will also consider a participation agreement with MWIC Magna, LLC and the election of board officers.

• Proposed purchase of 9017 W Magna Main
• Proposed purchase of 9011 W Magna Main
• Ratification of purchase agreement for 9039 W Magna Main
• Proposed participation agreement with MWIC Magna, LLC
• Election of RDA Board Officers

The Redevelopment Agency approved the purchase of three parcels on West Magna Main Street for a planned mixed-use development. The board also approved a participation agreement with MWIC Magna, LLC for a large mixed-use residential project. Additionally, the board re-elected its current chair and vice-chair.

• Approved purchase of 9017 W Magna Main for $80,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 9011 W Magna Main for $125,000 (Unanimous)
• Ratified purchase of 9039 W Magna Main for $50,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved participation agreement with MWIC Magna, LLC for mixed-use residential project (Unanimous)
• Re-elected Arlyn Bradshaw as chair and Dea Theodore as vice-chair (Unanimous)
• Approved November 22, 2022, and December 6, 2022, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Council Work Session

The Council is meeting for a work session to elect new leadership and discuss several interlocal agreements. The agenda includes reviews of personnel reports and potential security deployments.

• Proposed $60,000 transfer from Kearns Metro Township Millcreek for trail design and construction
• Proposed ARPA funds transfer to Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District for water conservation
• Election of new Council leadership
• Appointment of Angela Buenrostro as Bail Commissioner
• Potential closed session regarding deployment of security personnel, devices, or systems

The Council elected its 2023 leadership and approved a water conservation partnership using ARPA funds. Members also established legislative intent to investigate the use of TikTok on county devices due to cybersecurity concerns. Several donations and a bail commissioner appointment were forwarded for ratification.

• Elected Aimee Winder Newton (Chair), Dave Alvord (Vice-Chair), Dea Theodore (Pro Tempore), and Arlyn Bradshaw (Minority Leader) (Unanimous)
• Approved legislative intent to review TikTok use by county organizations and report back in one to two weeks (Unanimous)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District for ARPA-funded water conservation (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Angela Buenrostro as Bail Commissioner
• Approved holiday donation to SLCo Health Department Nurse Family Partnership from Project Glimmer
• Approved Operation Warm donation to the Salt Lake County Jail Re-Entry Program
• Approved donation of a telescope and stand from Mark L. Layton to Clark Planetarium
• Approved Council Work Session minutes from December 6 and December 13, 2022 (Unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to decide on various property tax appeals and recommendations from the Assessor and Hearing Officer. The board will also review requests for property tax exemptions and a personal property appeal for Paypal, Inc.

• Value adjustment for 10949 S Redwood Rd from $6,100,300 to $4,500,000
• Value adjustment for 1758 W 5400 S from $4,370,900 to $3,047,100
• Stipulation and Agreement for Paypal, Inc personal property appeal
• Review of 2 exemption grants and 1 exemption removal
• Decisions on 337 general appeals and 2 appeals with tax relief

The Board of Equalization unanimously approved several batches of tax appeals, including 335 general appeals and 2 appeals with tax relief. The board also approved two significant property value reductions and a personal property stipulation for Paypal, Inc.

• Approved minutes from December 6, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved 335 Assessor and Hearing Officer recommendations for BoE Appeals (Unanimous)
• Approved 2 BoE Appeals with Tax Relief (Unanimous)
• Approved value reduction for Legacy Plaza at 54th, LLC from $4,370,900 to $3,047,100 (Unanimous)
• Approved value reduction for SLD, LLC from $6,100,300 to $4,500,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Stipulation & Agreement for Paypal, Inc personal property appeal (Unanimous)
• Approved exempt property recommendations including 2 exemptions granted and 5 removals (Unanimous)

County Council

The Salt Lake County Council is scheduling public hearings to discuss the disposal of surplus real property to Murray City. The body is also reviewing interlocal agreements for trail construction and water conservation.

• Public hearing on Jan 24 for Riverview Park (5844 South 700 East) transfer to Murray City
• Public hearing on Jan 24 for Woodstock Meadows Park (1036 and 1060 East Hyland Lake Dr.) transfer to Murray City
• Interlocal agreement with Kearns Metro Township Millcreek for $60,000 for trail design and construction
• Interlocal agreement with Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District for ARPA funds for water conservation
• Appointment of Angela Buenrostro as Bail Commissioner

The Council ratified an agreement with the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District to use ARPA funds for land use and water conservation. It also scheduled public hearings for the disposal of two parcels of real property to Murray City. Several tax adjustments and administrative appointments were approved.

• Ratified interlocal agreement with Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District for ARPA water conservation funds (Unanimous)
• Set Jan 31 public hearing for disposal of Riverview Park property to Murray City (Unanimous)
• Set Jan 31 public hearing for disposal of Woodstock Meadows Park property to Murray City (Unanimous)
• Proclaimed January 2023 as National Mentoring Month
• Ratified appointment of Angela Buenrostro as Bail Commissioner (Unanimous)
• Approved various tax administration letters including hardship settlements and primary residential exemptions (Unanimous)
• Ratified donations to SLCo Health Department, SLCo Jail Re-Entry Program, and Clark Planetarium (Unanimous)
• Pulled item 6.1 regarding $60,000 trail transfer from agenda