Salt Lake City public meetings in 2023
80 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Appeals Hearing Officer
Salt Lake City's Appeals Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on one item: a variance request by property owner George Gardner to reduce required side and rear yard setbacks at 649 S 300 East. The proposal would allow a 439-square-foot addition to a noncomplying, landlocked house in the RMF-35 zone, requesting a 2-foot side setback (4 feet required) and a 2-foot rear setback (20 feet required). The meeting is virtual via Zoom.
- Variance request for side and rear yard setbacks at 649 S 300 East (Case PLNZAD2023-00837)
- Proposed 439-square-foot addition to existing noncomplying structure
- Requested 2-foot north side yard setback where 4 feet is required
- Requested 2-foot rear yard setback where 20 feet is required
- Public hearing held virtually via Zoom on December 21, 2023 at 5:00 PM
Arts Council Board
The Salt Lake City Arts Council Board is meeting to discuss arts events and administrative updates. The board will take action on Bloomberg Public Art Challenge Grant funds, the FY25 budget process, and new member nominations.
- Bloomberg Public Art Challenge Grant updates and funds proposal
- FY25 budget process discussion
- New member nomination for Travis English
- Grants Committee recommendation for Sabrina Martinez
- The Blocks Co-Create program updates
Business Advisory Board
The Salt Lake City Business Advisory Board will hold a regular hybrid meeting on December 13, 2023, at 451 S State Street, Room 118. The board will review and consider approving the October 11, 2023 minutes, receive staff updates on EDLF loans and the Construction Mitigation Grant program, and hear a 45-minute presentation on the Main Street Pedestrian Mall Study. Council Member Petro will be introduced and take questions, and the board will discuss city council announcements including election results, affordable housing incentives, Fleet Block zoning, and the 900 South HTRZ.
- Main Street Pedestrian Mall Study stakeholder presentation (45 min)
- Introduction of Council Member Petro and Q&A (20 min)
- Staff report on EDLF loans and Construction Mitigation Grant program
- City Council announcements: election results, affordable housing incentives, Fleet Block zoning, 900 South HTRZ
- Board elections and applicants update for January Chair/Vice Chair elections
Local Building Authority of Salt Lake City
This notice provides the 2024 meeting calendar for the Salt Lake City Council, Redevelopment Agency (RDA), and Local Building Authority (LBA). The document outlines regular meeting dates, times, and locations for the year.
- 2024 meeting schedule for City Council, RDA, and LBA
- Regular meetings held at the City & County Building
- Meetings include work sessions and formal sessions
City County Building Conservancy and Use Committee
The Salt Lake City County Building Conservancy and Use Committee is meeting to review building operations and policies. They will discuss proposed security gates for rooms 315 and 326, receive an earthquake remediation update, and review revised policies and procedures. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes and introduce new members.
- Review and approval of October 9, 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion of proposed additional security gates for rooms 315 and 326
- Earthquake remediation update from SLC Engineering
- Review of revised amended and restated policies and procedures
- Introduction of new committee members and building administrator
Historic Landmark Commission
The Salt Lake City Historic Landmark Commission meeting scheduled for December 7, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda included a postponed public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacements at 182 North N Street, but no decisions will be made at this time.
- Meeting cancelled
- Postponed: Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacements at 182 North N Street (18 windows, 13 visible from right of way)
Reinvestment Advisory Committee
The Salt Lake City Reinvestment Advisory Committee (RAC) has cancelled its December 6, 2023 meeting due to a lack of pressing agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for January 3, 2024. This notice is procedural only and contains no decisions or discussion items.
- Cancellation of the December 6, 2023 RAC meeting
- Next meeting scheduled for January 3, 2024
Sister Cities
The Salt Lake City Sister Cities Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting remotely. The board will review and approve the November meeting minutes, hear staff reports and updates on sister city relationships, and discuss the annual report and a letter to the Mayor and Council. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Review and approval of November 1, 2023 meeting minutes
- Updates on sister cities: Chernivtsi (Ukraine), Izhevsk (Russia), Keelung (Taiwan), Matsumoto (Japan), Torino (Italy), Trujillo (Peru)
- Annual report update
- Letter to the Mayor & Council review
- Public comment period
Complete Streets Committee
The Salt Lake City Complete Streets Committee has cancelled its November 27, 2023 meeting because there are no projects that meet the criteria for discussion. The meeting was scheduled from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM at 349 S 200 E. This is a procedural cancellation, not a decision or discussion item.
- Meeting cancelled due to no qualifying projects
- Original meeting time: Nov 27, 2023, 2:30-3:30 PM
- Location: 349 S 200 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Accessibility and Disability Commission
The Salt Lake City Accessibility and Disability Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss a neuro-inclusive housing market analysis, review its annual report, and consider nominations for chair and vice chair. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and a possible closed session for legal or personnel matters.
- Salt Lake Valley Neuro-Inclusive Housing Market Analysis presentation by Kristy Chambers and Dr. Sumiko Martinez
- ADC Annual Report review by Ashley Lichtle
- Nominations for Chair and Vice Chair
- Current Events in Accessibility and Disability update by Chair Everette Bacon
- Possible closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205
Airport Advisory Board
The Salt Lake City Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the Airport Redevelopment Program update, a revenue diversion presentation, and the executive director's report. The board will also consider consent items including minutes from the October meeting and receive information on air traffic statistics and construction.
- Director's Report by Bill Wyatt, Executive Director, SLCDA
- Airport Redevelopment Program (ARP) Update by Mike Williams, ARP Director
- Revenue Diversion presentation by TJ Roskelley, Anderson & Kreiger LLP
- Minutes of the 18 October 2023 Meeting
- Air Traffic Statistics for September 2023 and Construction Report for November 2023
SLC Redevelopment Agency Finance Committee
The Salt Lake City Redevelopment Agency Finance Committee is meeting to approve past meeting minutes and consider a funding recommendation for a $2,000,000 loan to Rocky Ventures for expanding The Front climbing gym at 1470 South 400 West in the State Street Project Area. The meeting is hybrid, with remote access via Zoom.
- Review and approval of September 21, 2022 and December 21, 2022 committee minutes
- Funding recommendation for $2,000,000 loan to Rocky Ventures for The Front climbing gym expansion at 1470 South 400 West
- Loan is in the State Street Project Area
- Hybrid meeting with remote access via Zoom
- ADA accommodations available by request
Human Rights Commission
The Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission is holding its final regular meeting of 2023. They will vote on Human Rights Day award nominations, review and vote on recommendations for the end-of-year report, and discuss an upcoming collaborative initiative. The meeting is hybrid, with public comment allowed.
- Vote on Human Rights Day award nominations
- Vote on end-of-year report recommendations, goals, and priorities
- Discussion of upcoming collaborative initiative
- Public comment period (5 minutes)
- Review of 2023 meeting schedule, including December 10 Human Rights Day Celebration
City County Building Conservancy and Use Committee
The Salt Lake City and County Building Conservancy and Use Committee meets to review building operations, including security gate additions, earthquake remediation, and revised policies. They will also approve prior minutes and discuss committee membership.
- Review hanging system of mayoral portraits
- Discuss proposed additional security gates for Rooms 315 and 326
- Earthquake remediation update from SLC Engineering
- Review revised amended and restated policies and procedures
- Discuss subcommittee member replacement and potential recruits
Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission
The Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission will hold its final regular meeting of 2023, featuring a year-end review from Police Chief Brown and a strategic planning session to finalize recommendations for the Mayor and City Council. The commission will vote on the year-end report, recognize outgoing commissioners, and may enter a closed session. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes.
- SLCPD Chief Brown to present year-end review
- Vote on year-end report with recommendations, goals, and priorities
- Recognition of six outgoing commissioners
- Review of subcommittee goals for training, policy, school safety, mental health
- Possible closed session for personnel, litigation, or security matters
Historic Landmark Commission
The Salt Lake City Historic Landmark Commission will hold a public hearing on four items: a proposed 38-unit multifamily building in a historic district, a petition to create the Princeton Heights Local Historic District, and two city-initiated zoning text amendments (one on vinyl windows, one on adaptive reuse). The commission will also receive a briefing on a proposed enforcement amendment for unlawful work in historic districts. The meeting includes routine reports and public comments.
- New construction for Bamboo Multifamily Housing at 602 E and 612 E 300 S, & 321 S 600 East (38 units, front yard setback modification, case PLNHLC2023-00125)
- Petition to designate Princeton Heights Local Historic District (Yalecrest neighborhood, case PLNHLC2023-00044)
- Text amendment to clarify vinyl window use in new construction in local historic districts (case PLNPCM2023-00444)
- Adaptive reuse text amendment to remove zoning barriers and incentivize building reuse (case PLNPCM2023-00155)
- Briefing on enforcement text amendment for unlawful construction/demolition in historic districts (case PLNPCM2023-00336)
Sister Cities
The Salt Lake City Sister Cities Advisory Board is holding a regular hybrid meeting to review minutes, receive updates on sister cities (Chernivtsi, Izhevsk, Keelung, Matsumoto, Torino, Trujillo), and discuss bylaws and policies, forming a committee for the annual plan and report, and a board letter. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Review and approval of September 6, 2023 minutes
- Updates on sister cities: Chernivtsi, Ukraine; Izhevsk, Russia; Keelung, Taiwan; Matsumoto, Japan; Torino, Italy; Trujillo, Peru
- Discussion of Bylaws and Policies
- Forming Committee for Annual Plan and Report
- Board letter discussion
Reinvestment Advisory Committee
The Salt Lake City Reinvestment Advisory Committee (RAC) has cancelled its November 1, 2023 meeting due to a lack of pressing agenda items. The next RAC meeting is scheduled for December 6, 2023. This notice is procedural only and contains no items for decision or discussion.
- Cancellation of November 1, 2023 RAC meeting
- Next meeting scheduled for December 6, 2023
Appeals Hearing Officer
The Appeals Hearing Officer will hold public hearings regarding two property variance requests. These requests involve deviations from existing zoning ordinances for accessory buildings and fence heights.
- Variance request for an accessory building (detached carport or garage) at 615 E 7th Avenue
- Variance request for a 6-foot fence and gate in the front yard at 22 E Churchill Drive
Airport Advisory Board
The Salt Lake City Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the Airport Redevelopment Program update, the airport's financial position, and the executive director's report. The board will also consider consent items, including approval of the August meeting minutes, and receive information on air traffic statistics and construction.
- Airport Redevelopment Program (ARP) update by Mike Williams
- Review of financial position by Shaun Anderson and Paul Skeen
- Director's report by Bill Wyatt
- Air traffic statistics for July/August 2023
- Construction report for September/October 2023
Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission
The Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss police department policies, budget, and culture. The agenda includes a police chief update, a follow-up on culturally-responsive therapy, and a strategic planning session for the end-of-year report. The meeting is open to the public with time for public comment.
- SLCPD Chief Brown may provide an update
- Follow-up discussion on culturally-responsive therapy with Wendy Isom and Ashley Cleveland
- Strategic planning session led by Equity Manager Michelle Mooney
- Review of subcommittee goals and priorities (Training, Policy & Practices, School Safety, Mental Health/Sensory Needs, Application Review)
- Tentative closed session for discussion of individual character, litigation, security, or criminal misconduct
Historic Landmark Commission
The Salt Lake City Historic Landmark Commission is meeting to decide on three items: a withdrawn extension request, a public hearing for a tree platform, and a public hearing for porch and walkway work done without approval. The commission will also hold elections for chair and vice-chair. One agenda item was withdrawn before the meeting.
- Withdrawn: extension request for minor alteration at 365 N. Quince Street (case PLNHLC2022-00242)
- Public hearing: tree platform at 258 N. J Street in Avenues Historic District (case PLNHLC2023-00335)
- Public hearing: porch and walkway replacement at 1345 E. Normandie Circle, work already completed without approval (case PLNHLC2023-00439)
- Chair and vice-chair elections
Arts Design Board
The Salt Lake City Arts Design Board is meeting to discuss the 500 North/Fairpark Traffic Calming Measures public art project, including community engagement, site description, artwork goals, and artist selection. The board will discuss the shortlist and select three finalists for proposal development. The meeting also includes approval of September minutes, public comment, and program updates.
- Selection of three finalists for 500 North/Fairpark public art project
- Approval of September 6, 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion of public art project background and artist selection process
- Public comment period
- 2024 meeting schedule and Public Art Program updates
Sister Cities
While the agenda originally scheduled a regular meeting to review previous minutes and receive international updates, an attached file indicates the meeting was canceled.
- Meeting cancellation noted in attachments
- Review of August 2nd, 2023, meeting minutes
- Updates on partner cities including Chernivtsi, Ukraine; Izhevsk, Russia; Keelung, Taiwan; Matsumoto, Japan; Torino, Italy; and Trujillo, Peru
Reinvestment Advisory Committee
The Salt Lake City Reinvestment Advisory Committee (RAC) will hold a regular meeting to review and potentially recommend approval of the September 6, 2023 minutes, and receive an update on the proposed map of High Opportunity Areas, which may lead to a recommendation to the RDA Board of Directors. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the High Opportunity Areas map update.
- Review and approval of September 6, 2023 meeting minutes
- Update on proposed High Opportunity Areas map and possible recommendation to RDA Board
Citizens Compensation Advisory Committee
The Citizens Compensation Advisory Committee (CCAC) will meet to review and adopt prior meeting minutes, receive annual Open Meetings Act training, hear updates on 2023-2024 city compensation and benefits, nominate and elect a committee chair and vice-chair, and propose the 2024 meeting schedule. The meeting is open to the public, with time for public comment.
- Review and adopt February 7, 2023 meeting minutes
- Utah Open Meetings Act annual training by Senior City Attorney Jonathan Pappasideris
- 2023-2024 city compensation and benefit updates by David Salazar and Lori Gaitin
- Committee chair and vice-chair nominations and election
- Proposed 2024 committee meeting schedule by Michael Jenson
Human Rights Commission
The Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission is holding a regular hybrid meeting to discuss commission business, including a language access update, Human Rights Day celebration planning, and an in-depth strategy session on the commission's vision and future goals. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of September minutes, and review of subcommittee priorities. No formal votes are listed beyond adopting minutes.
- Language Access update from Coordinator Xris Macias
- Human Rights Day Celebration planning update from Equity Manager Michelle Mooney
- Strategy/Planning Session on commission vision and future goals
- Review of subcommittee goals: Racial Equity in Policing, CEDAW, Homelessness, Gentrification, Refugees & New Americans, Children/Youth Advocacy
- Discussion on human rights issues worldwide (no action taken)
Accessibility and Disability Commission
The Accessibility and Disability Commission will hold a regular meeting to review previous minutes, receive updates from city staff, and discuss current events in accessibility and disability. A significant agenda item is a 30-minute follow-up on the Community Renewable Energy Program with Christopher Thomas from SLC Sustainability. The commission will also consider a motion to enter a closed session for purposes allowed under Utah law, such as discussing an individual's character or pending litigation.
- Community Renewable Energy Program follow-up with Christopher Thomas, SLC Sustainability
- City updates from Ashley Lichtle, Board Manager
- Current events in accessibility and disability led by Chair Everette Bacon
- Tentative closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205
- Public comment limited to 15 minutes
Appeals Hearing Officer
The Salt Lake City Appeals Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on September 21, 2023, for one item: a variance request to allow a 6-foot fence in the front yard of a Light Manufacturing (M-1) property at approximately 5995 W. Amelia Earhart Drive, where fences are normally limited to 4 feet. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom, with no in-person anchor location.
- Variance request to allow a 6' fence in front yard at 5995 W. Amelia Earhart Drive (Case PLNZAD2023-00519)
- Property zoned M-1 (Light Manufacturing), Council District 1 (Victoria Petro)
- Request filed by Jason Boal on behalf of property owner
- Public hearing scheduled for 5:00 PM, September 21, 2023
- Meeting held online via Zoom (no anchor location)
Airport Advisory Board
The Salt Lake City Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the Airport Redevelopment Program update, a presentation on revenue diversion, and the director's report. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the August 16 meeting and review media clippings, air traffic statistics, and construction reports.
- Director's Report by Bill Wyatt, Executive Director, SLCDA
- Airport Redevelopment Program (ARP) Update by Mike Williams, ARP Director, SLCDA
- Revenue Diversion presentation by TJ Roskelley, Anderson & Kreiger LLP
- Approval of minutes from August 16, 2023 meeting
- Air Traffic Statistics for July 2023 and Construction Report for September 2023
Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission
The Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss police department policies, budget, and culture. The agenda includes a police chief update, training on the Open Public Meetings Act, and a status update on the school safety memorandum of understanding with the school district. The commission will also consider entering a closed session and review subcommittee goals.
- Update on School Safety MOU with Salt Lake City School District and SLCPD
- SLCPD Chief Brown update to commission
- Annual OPMA training by Senior City Attorney Jaysen Oldroyd
- Approval of June 2023 meeting minutes
- Tentative closed session for discussion of individual character, litigation, or security
Historic Landmark Commission
The Salt Lake City Historic Landmark Commission will hold a public hearing on two items: a Certificate of Appropriateness for major alterations to the Beehive and Lion Houses at 63 & 67 E. South Temple to accommodate a museum, and a petition to designate the Yalecrest-Laird Heights Local Historic District. The commission will also hold a work session on a proposed 38-unit multifamily building at 602 and 612 E 300 S and 321 S 600 E, which includes a front-yard setback modification and a planned development request.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for Beehive & Lion House additions, material replacement, and landscape changes at 63 & 67 E. South Temple (case PLNHLC2023-00666)
- Petition to create Yalecrest-Laird Heights Local Historic District on Laird Avenue from 1300 East to 1500 East, including Laird and Uintah Circles (case PLNHLC2023-00074)
- New construction of 38-unit multifamily building at 602 E 300 S and 321 S 600 E, with remodel of 614 E 300 S (case PLNHLC2023-00125 & PLNPCM2023-00124)
- Request to modify required front yard setback for the multifamily project
- Planned Development request to change nonconforming commercial use to permitted residential use, exempt from density limits
Reinvestment Advisory Committee
The Salt Lake City Reinvestment Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a progress update on the Station Center Vision & Implementation Plan, presented by Senior Project Manager Ashley Ogden. Members may provide feedback, but no votes or decisions are listed. The rest of the agenda is procedural (roll call, staff announcements, adjournment).
- Progress update on Station Center Vision & Implementation Plan
- Meeting at 451 S State Street, Room 126, Salt Lake City
- Audio recording and minutes available as attachments
Arts Design Board
The Salt Lake City Arts Design Board will meet to approve minutes, hear presentations from three finalists for the Liberty Park Basketball Court public art project, and make a recommendation to the Mayor. The board will also take public comment and receive program updates.
- Approval of August 2nd, 2023 minutes (action)
- Liberty Park Basketball Court public art project: finalist presentations by Lindsay Huss, Joseph Toney, Andrew Rice
- Discussion and recommendation to Mayor for commission
- Public comment period
- Public Art Program Updates and Executive Director/Arts Council Updates
Sister Cities
The Sister Cities Advisory Board will meet to approve the minutes from the August 2, 2023, meeting. Staff will also provide updates regarding several international sister cities.
- Approval of August 2, 2023, meeting minutes
- Updates on Chernivtsi, Ukraine
- Updates on Izhevsk, Russia
- Updates on Keelung, Taiwan
- Updates on Matsumoto, Japan
Human Rights Commission
The Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission will hold a regular meeting with a community presentation on the genocide in West Darfur, Sudan, followed by a strategy session on the Commission's vision and goals. They will also receive updates on Human Rights Day planning and review subcommittee priorities. Public comment is limited to five minutes.
- Community presentation by Kamal Omer on ongoing genocide in West Darfur, Sudan
- Strategy/planning session on Commission vision and future goals
- Update on Human Rights Day Celebration planning by Equity Manager Michelle Mooney
- Review of subcommittee goals: Racial Equity in Policing, CEDAW, Homelessness, Gentrification, Refugees & New Americans, Children/Youth Advocacy
- Discussion on human rights around the world (no action taken)
Accessibility and Disability Commission
The Salt Lake City Accessibility and Disability Commission will hold a regular hybrid meeting to discuss several topics, including results from a Neuro-Inclusive Housing Utah survey, the city's homelessness and mental health response, and updates from the Housing SLC Advisory Committee. The meeting includes public comment and a possible closed session.
- Neuro-Inclusive Housing Utah Survey Results presentation by Commissioner Kristy Chambers
- SLC Homelessness & Mental Health Response discussion with Andrew Johnston, Director of Homeless Policy and Outreach
- Housing SLC Advisory Committee update by Ruedigar Matthes
- Possible motion to enter closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205
Airport Advisory Board
The Salt Lake City Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss several airport matters, including the director's report, the Airport Redevelopment Program update, a concessions program overview, and Airport Revenue Bonds Series 2023A. The board will also consider consent items like meeting minutes and receive information on financial, air traffic, and construction reports. This is a regular advisory meeting with no public hearings or votes on specific projects.
- Airport Redevelopment Program (ARP) update by Mike Williams
- Concessions Program overview by Shane Andreasen
- Airport Revenue Bonds Series 2023A by Brian Butler
- Financial Report for May 2023
- Air Traffic Statistics for April and May 2023
Complete Streets Committee
The Salt Lake City Complete Streets Committee has cancelled its August 28, 2023 meeting. The cancellation is due to the absence of upcoming street reconstruction projects that would require walk and bike way incorporation.
- Meeting cancelled due to no upcoming street reconstruction projects
- No walk and bike way recommendations to consider
Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission
The Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss police department policies, budget, and culture. The agenda includes a possible update from Police Chief Brown on DEI training and community meetings, a review of subcommittee goals, and a tentative closed session. The commission will also consider approving June 2023 minutes and receive OPMA training.
- Possible update from Chief Brown on DEI training and community meetings
- Review of subcommittee goals for Training, Policy & Practices, School Safety, and Mental Health/Sensory Needs
- Tentative closed session for discussion of individual character, litigation, security, or misconduct investigations
- Approval of June 2023 meeting minutes
- OPMA refresher training by Senior City Attorney Jaysen Oldroyd
Historic Landmark Commission
The Salt Lake City Historic Landmark Commission is meeting to receive a briefing on a proposed zoning text amendment initiated by Mayor Erin Mendenhall that would support adaptive reuse and preservation of existing buildings citywide. The amendment aims to remove zoning barriers and offer incentives to encourage reuse over demolition. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, reports, and public comments.
- Briefing on Adaptive Reuse Text Amendment (Case PLNPCM2023-00155), initiated by Mayor Erin Mendenhall, proposing citywide zoning changes to support building reuse and preservation
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
- Report of the Chair and Vice Chair
- Report of the Director
- Public comments on non-agenda items
Historic Landmark Commission
The Historic Landmark Commission met and approved the June 1, 2023 minutes. The main item was a briefing on a proposed citywide zoning text amendment to support adaptive reuse of existing buildings, initiated by Mayor Erin Mendenhall. The amendment aims to remove zoning barriers and offer incentives to encourage reuse over demolition. No formal action was taken; a future public hearing is anticipated.
- Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (Commissioner Abrahamson abstained, De Lucia absent)
- Briefing on Adaptive Reuse Text Amendment (Case PLNPCM2023-00155) - proposed changes to multiple chapters of Title 21A Zoning Ordinance
- Amendment would apply citywide and reduce square foot minimums for eligible buildings
- Eligibility would not require historic registry listing; Planning Director would determine eligibility for unclear cases
- Separate affordable housing proposal before City Council noted as related but distinct
Human Rights Commission
The Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 1, 2023, at 5:30 PM in the City & County Building (Cannon Room 335). The agenda includes updates on the Thriving in Place study, annual OPMA training, Human Rights Day planning, and a commission retreat. The commission will also review subcommittee goals and discuss human rights topics, but no action is expected on those discussions.
- Thriving in Place study update by Angela Price, Policy Director
- Annual OPMA training refresher by Senior City Attorney Jaysen Oldroyd
- Human Rights Day Celebration planning update by Equity Manager Michelle Mooney
- Review of subcommittee goals: Racial Equity in Policing, CEDAW, Homelessness, Gentrification, Refugees & New Americans, Children/Youth Advocacy
- Discussion on human rights around the world (no action taken)
Accessibility and Disability Commission
The Salt Lake City Accessibility and Disability Commission is holding a regular meeting with open dialogue, public comment, and updates on community outreach and city matters. The main item is a 30-minute open discussion with Mayor Mendenhall, followed by a tentative closed session. No formal actions are listed except approval of minutes.
- Open discussion with Mayor Mendenhall (~30 minutes)
- Disability Resource Fair update by Commissioner Damon Talbot
- Community Outreach Updates by Ashley Cleveland
- City Updates by Ashley Lichtle
- Tentative closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205
Appeals Hearing Officer
The Salt Lake City Planning Division Appeals Hearing scheduled for July 20, 2023, has been postponed to a later date. The only item on the agenda was a public hearing for a variance request to allow a 6-foot fence and gate in the front yard of a single-family dwelling, where 4 feet is normally the limit.
- Postponed variance request for a 6' fence and gate at approximately 700 N DeSoto Street (Case PLNZAD2023-00437)
- Property zoned R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential), Council District 3
- Applicants: Steve and Sandy Liebfried, property owners
- Meeting to be held remotely via Zoom; no anchor location
Administrative Hearing
The Salt Lake City Planning Division's Administrative Hearing will consider a conditional use request for a temporary roof-mounted wireless telecommunications facility at approximately 675 E 500 S. The facility, proposed by AT&T and Verizon representatives, would be about 26.5 feet above the roofline of the Trolley North building to maintain cellular service during construction. The meeting will be held electronically on June 22, 2023, at 5:00 p.m.
- Conditional use application for temporary cell tower at 675 E 500 S (case PLNPCM2023-00215)
- Facility height: approximately 26.5 feet above roofline, exceeding 15-foot threshold requiring approval
- Applicants: Valerie Cardenas (SmartLink/AT&T) and Keleigh Glass Adams (J5 Infrastructure Partners/Verizon)
- Property in TSA-UN-C zoning district, Council District 4 (Ana Valdemoros)
- Electronic meeting; public comments via email or Webex
Accessibility and Disability Commission
The Accessibility and Disability Commission will hold a regular meeting with presentations on the Connecting Communities Grant, UTA Bus Stop Improvement Program, and Miller Park Refuge Capital Improvement Project. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes, city updates, and a tentative closed session.
- Connecting Communities Grant presentation by Joe Taylor, SLC Transportation
- UTA Bus Stop Improvement Program presentation by G.J. LaBonty, UTA Customer Service Manager
- Miller Park Refuge Capital Improvement Project presentation by Kat Maus, SLC Public Lands
- Public comment limited to 15 minutes
- Tentative closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205
Local Building Authority of Salt Lake City
The Salt Lake City Council, also meeting as the Local Building Authority and Redevelopment Agency, will consider adopting the FY2023-24 budgets, including the LBA Capital Projects Fund and RDA budget. They will also hold a public hearing on issuing up to $600 million in airport revenue bonds for the new SLC International Airport, and vote on the new five-year housing plan, Housing SLC, among other items.
- Public hearing on $600,000,000 Airport Revenue Bonds, Series 2023 for SLC International Airport
- Adoption of FY2023-24 City budget, Library Fund, and tax levy rate
- Adoption of new five-year housing plan, Housing SLC
- Ordinance to allow pole signs on school properties (PLNPCM2021-00190)
- Resolution authorizing $25,500,000 General Obligation Bond for Parks, Trails, and Open Space
Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission
The Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss police-related policies and culture. The agenda includes an update from the Director of Homelessness Policy & Outreach, a review of subcommittee goals, and a tentative closed session. No final actions are listed except for approving minutes.
- Update on homelessness policy and outreach initiatives by Andrew Johnston
- Review of subcommittee goals for Training, Policy & Practices, School Safety, Mental Health/Sensory Needs, and Application Review
- Tentative closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205 for personnel, litigation, security, or investigations
- Approval of May 2023 meeting minutes
- Commission retreat update
Human Rights Commission
The Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission will hold a regular meeting with a presentation from Voices for Utah Children, followed by a strategy session and review of subcommittee goals. The commission will also discuss human rights topics and confirm its 2023 meeting schedule. No votes or binding actions are listed on the agenda.
- Community presentation by Moe Hickey, Executive Director of Voices for Utah Children
- Review of subcommittee goals: Racial Equity in Policing, Human Rights Day, CEDAW, Homelessness, Gentrification, Refugees & New Americans, Children/Youth Advocacy
- Discussion of human rights issues around the world (no action to be taken)
- Approval of May 2023 meeting minutes
- 2023 meeting schedule includes July 4 recess and December 10 Human Rights Day Celebration
Local Building Authority of Salt Lake City
The Salt Lake City Council, Redevelopment Agency, and Local Building Authority will hold public hearings and consider adopting the FY 2023-24 budgets, including the LBA Capital Projects Fund and RDA budget. They will also consider a new five-year housing plan, a $600 million airport revenue bond issuance, and several grant applications. The meeting includes multiple public hearings on these items.
- Resolution to adopt LBA Capital Projects Fund budget for FY 2023-24, covering bond debt for Glendale and Marmalade Libraries
- Resolution to adopt RDA budget for FY 2023-24
- Ordinance to adopt new five-year housing plan, Housing SLC
- Resolution authorizing up to $600,000,000 in Airport Revenue Bonds for SLC International Airport construction
- Ordinance to amend zoning for pole signs on school properties (Petition PLNPCM2021-00190)
Historic Landmark Commission
The Salt Lake City Historic Landmark Commission will hold public hearings on three certificate of appropriateness requests: a rear addition and garage at 1454 E Harvard Avenue, an 8-story mixed-use and rooming house at 675 E 500 South, and a 121-foot-tall temporary wireless facility at the same address. The commission will also approve minutes, hear reports, and take public comments.
- Major Alteration for rear addition and detached garage at 1454 E Harvard Avenue, with request to exceed maximum garage height (Harvard Heights Local Historic District)
- New 8-story (85-foot) mixed-use and rooming house at 675 E 500 South, with requests to modify entry door spacing, facade length, and setback along Green Street (Central City Local Historic District)
- 121-foot-tall wireless telecommunications facility at 675 E 500 South by AT&T and Verizon, requiring conditional use approval due to height exceeding 75-foot limit
- Field trip at 4:00 PM to tour local historic districts for window installations
- Dinner and training for commissioners at 5:00 PM before the 5:30 PM meeting
Administrative Hearing
The Salt Lake City Planning Division's Administrative Hearing Officer approved a conditional use request for a temporary wireless telecommunications facility at approximately 675 E 500 S. The facility, about 121 feet tall, exceeds the 75-foot height limit in the TSA-UN-C district, requiring approval. The tower will maintain cellular service during redevelopment of the Trolley North project, and must be removed if the development is not completed within three years.
- Conditional use approval for temporary cell tower at 675 E 500 S (case PLNPCM2023-00215)
- Facility height approximately 121 feet, exceeding 75-foot maximum in TSA-UN-C district
- Applicants: Smartlink (AT&T) and J5 Infrastructure Partners (Verizon)
- Approval conditioned on removal if Trolley North development (PLNHLC2022-00675) not completed within 3 years
- One-year extensions allowed with no limit on number
Airport Advisory Board
The Salt Lake City Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the Airport Redevelopment Program, new Airport Revenue Bonds Series 2023A and 2023B, and a General Aviation Master Plan and wayfinding update. The board will also review the director's report, consent minutes, and routine financial, traffic, and construction reports. No votes are listed on the agenda.
- Airport Revenue Bonds Series 2023A and 2023B discussion
- Airport Redevelopment Program (ARP) update
- GA Master Plan and SLCIA Wayfinding update
- Director's Report by Bill Wyatt, Executive Director, SLCDA
- Financial Report for March 2023 and Air Traffic Statistics for March 2023
Police Civilian Review Board
The Salt Lake City Police Civilian Review Board panel is meeting via WebEx to elect a chair, call the meeting to order, and adjourn into executive session. The agenda contains no public discussion items or decisions beyond these procedural steps.
- Elect chair
- Call to order
- Adjourn into executive session
Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission
The Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss police department policies, budget, and culture. The agenda includes a police chief's update on budget and priorities, planning for a commission retreat, and a review of subcommittee goals. The commission may also enter a closed session for legal or personnel matters.
- SLCPD Chief Brown update on budget review and ongoing priorities
- Commission retreat discussion led by Equity Manager
- Review of subcommittee goals: Training, Policy & Practices, School Safety, Mental Health/Sensory Needs, Application Review
- Tentative closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205
- Approve and adopt April 2023 minutes
Local Building Authority of Salt Lake City
The Salt Lake City Council, Redevelopment Agency, and Local Building Authority meet jointly to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a downtown building height text amendment, a Homeless Resource Center zoning amendment, a rezone for two small multi-family dwellings, and adoption of tentative FY2023-24 budgets for the City, Library Fund, LBA Capital Projects Fund, and RDA. The Council will also hear public comment on a FY2022-23 budget amendment and a traffic signal synchronization grant application.
- Public hearing on downtown building height text amendment (PLNPCM2022-00529)
- Public hearing on Budget Amendment No.6 for FY2022-23, including $10M to Perpetual Housing Fund of Utah
- Ordinance to establish Homeless Resource Center Overlay Zoning District (PLNPCM2022-01068)
- Rezone at 792 West 900 South and 875 South 800 West from M-1 to R-MU
- Resolution to extend local emergency declaration for spring runoff flooding
Human Rights Commission
The Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss homelessness policy and outreach, review subcommittee goals, and hear public comment. The main agenda item is a 60-minute update from Andrew Johnston, Director of Homelessness Policy & Outreach, on current initiatives for people experiencing homelessness. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person attendance at the City & County Building and electronic participation.
- Update on homelessness policy and outreach initiatives by Andrew Johnston
- Review of subcommittee goals for CEDAW, Homelessness, Gentrification, Refugees & New Americans, Children/Youth Advocacy
- Discussion of human rights issues around the world (no action taken)
- Approval of April 2023 meeting minutes
- Public comment period (5 minutes)
Accessibility and Disability Commission
The Accessibility and Disability Commission will hold a regular meeting with open dialogue, public comment, and approval of March minutes. They will hear presentations on the Great Shakeout emergency preparedness, the Community Renewable Energy Program, and an accessibility update from the SLC Arts Council, followed by city updates and current events. A tentative closed session is also on the agenda.
- Emergency Preparedness - Great Shakeout presentation by Commissioner Amy Carmen
- Community Renewable Energy Program presentation by Christopher Thomas, SLC Sustainability
- Accessibility Update by Dawn Borchardt, SLC Arts Council
- Approval of minutes from March 23rd meeting
- Tentative closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205
Local Building Authority of Salt Lake City
The Salt Lake City Council and Local Building Authority will hold a formal meeting to set a public hearing date for the LBA's FY 2023-24 capital projects budget, which covers bond debt for the Glendale and Marmalade Libraries. The Council will also hold public hearings on 12 grant applications, a downtown building height text amendment, two rezonings, and airport code changes, and consider action on a homeless resource center ordinance, federal grant funding allocations, and a rezone at 865 South 500 East.
- Set public hearing dates for LBA FY 2023-24 Capital Projects Fund budget (bond debt for Glendale and Marmalade Libraries)
- Public hearing on Downtown Building Height and Street Activation Text Amendment (Petition PLNPCM2022-00529)
- Public hearing on rezone at 792 West 900 South and 875 South 800 West from M-1 to R-MU (Petition PLNPCM2022-00587)
- Potential action on Homeless Resource Center Text Amendment (Petition PLNPCM2022-01068)
- Potential action on rezone at 865 South 500 East from RMF-30 to CN (Petition PLNPCM2022-00301/00302)
Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission
The Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss a recommended budget and curriculum for DEI training for the Salt Lake City Police Department. The agenda also includes a police chief update, approval of March minutes, and a possible closed session. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes.
- Discussion of DEI training budget and curriculum for SLCPD
- SLCPD Chief Brown may provide an update
- Approval of March 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of subcommittee goals and priorities
- Possible closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205
Police Civilian Review Board
The Salt Lake City Police Civilian Review Board panel is holding a hearing on April 11, 2023, via WebEx. The agenda includes electing a chair, calling the meeting to order, and adjourning into executive session. No other substantive items are listed.
- Elect chair
- Call to order
- Adjourn into executive session
Human Rights Commission
The Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission is holding its regular April meeting, where members will discuss the recent legislative session's impact on human rights, review subcommittee goals, and hold a general dialogue on human rights issues. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment, with no votes on specific ordinances or contracts.
- Legislative session review by Policy and Legislative Assistant Hannah Regan
- Review of subcommittee goals: CEDAW, Homelessness, Gentrification, Refugees & New Americans, Children/Youth Advocacy
- Discussion of human rights issues around the world
- Approval of March 2023 meeting minutes
- 2023 meeting schedule review, including July 4 recess and December 10 Human Rights Day celebration
Accessibility and Disability Commission
The Salt Lake City Accessibility and Disability Commission is holding a regular meeting with presentations from the new Chief Equity Officer and a housing plan update, plus legislative and city updates. The agenda also includes a tentative closed session, which may be held for purposes allowed under Utah law. Public comment is limited to 15 minutes.
- Introduction of Damian Choi, Chief Equity Officer
- SLC Housing Plan update by Ruedigar Matthes
- Legislative updates by Nate Crippes
- City updates by Ashley Lichtle
- Tentative closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205
Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission
The Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss police policies, budget, and culture. The agenda includes a presentation on hate crimes by Jay Jacobson, an update from Police Chief Brown, and a review of subcommittee goals. The commission will also consider approving February 2023 minutes and may enter a closed session.
- Presentation on hate crimes by Jay Jacobson
- SLCPD Chief Brown update
- Review of subcommittee goals and priorities
- Approval of February 2023 minutes
- Possible closed session
Complete Streets Committee
The Salt Lake City Complete Streets Committee's February 27, 2023 meeting has been cancelled. The committee stated it has no projects that meet the criteria for discussion. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items for decision or discussion.
- February 27, 2023 Complete Streets Committee meeting cancelled
- No projects meet criteria for committee to meet and discuss
Accessibility and Disability Commission
The Accessibility and Disability Commission is holding a regular meeting with presentations on the Community Renewable Energy Program and city updates, followed by a tentative closed session. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes on substantive policy items listed.
- Community Renewable Energy Program presentation by Christopher Thomas, SLC Sustainability
- Open Public Meetings Act training by Staff Attorney Jaysen Oldroyd
- Approval of minutes from January 19th meeting
- Tentative closed session for possible litigation, personnel, or security discussions
- Public comment limited to 15 minutes
Airport Advisory Board
The Salt Lake City Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the Airport Redevelopment Program update, the NBA All-Star airport game plan, and the director's report. The board will also review consent minutes, financial reports, air traffic statistics, and construction updates.
- Airport Redevelopment Program (ARP) update
- NBA All-Star Airport Game Plan
- Financial Report - December 2022
- Air Traffic Statistics - December 2022
- Construction Report - February 2023
Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission
The Salt Lake City Racial Equity in Policing Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss police department policies, budget, and culture. The agenda includes a police chief update on DEI training proposals, an introduction of a new Chief Equity Officer, and a presentation on refugees and new Americans. The commission will also review subcommittee goals and may enter a closed session.
- SLCPD Chief update on DEI training proposals
- Introduction of new Chief Equity Officer
- Refugees and New Americans update by Roxana Orellana and Kristin Hansen
- Review of subcommittee goals and priorities
- Tentative closed session
Citizens Compensation Advisory Committee
The Citizens Compensation Advisory Committee is meeting to review the final results of the 2023 local area benchmark market pay analysis and discuss topics for its 2023 annual report. The committee will also review and approve the annual report and confirm future meeting dates. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Update on final results of 2023 local area benchmark market pay analysis
- Discussion of topics for 2023 annual report, including salary budget forecast and employee turnover data
- Review and approval of Committee 2023 Annual Report
- Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker
- Next meeting scheduled for February 21, 2023
Human Rights Commission
The Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss commission business, including introducing a new Chief Equity Officer, receiving an update on refugees and new Americans, and reviewing subcommittee goals. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no major votes or contracts listed.
- Introduction of new Chief Equity Officer
- Update on Refugees and New Americans by Policy Advisor Roxana Orellana
- Review of subcommittee goals: CEDAW, Homelessness, Gentrification, Refugees & New Americans, Children/Youth Advocacy
- Discussion on human rights around the world (no action taken)
- Review of 2023 meeting schedule, including July 4 recess and December 10 Human Rights Day celebration
Administrative Hearing
The Salt Lake City Planning Division's Administrative Hearing Officer approved two conditional use permits for bar establishments at a remote hearing on January 26, 2023. Both applications were approved based on staff recommendations, with no public comments received.
- Approved conditional use permit for Level Crossing Brewing Company at approximately 550 South 300 West (case PLNPCM2022-01019)
- Approved conditional use permit for a bar at 615 North 400 West (case PLNPCM2022-01012)
- Both properties are in D-2 Downtown Support and M-1 Light Manufacturing districts respectively
Administrative Hearing
The Salt Lake City Planning Division's Administrative Hearing will consider two conditional use requests for bar establishments. The first is from Level Crossing Brewing Company for a bar at approximately 550 South 300 West in the D-2 Downtown Support district. The second is from Lexie Reder for a bar at 615 North 400 West in the M-1 Light Manufacturing district. The meeting will be held electronically on January 26, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
- Level Crossing Brewing Company bar request at 550 South 300 West (case PLNPCM2022-01019)
- Lexie Reder conditional use for bar at 615 North 400 West (case PLNPCM2022-01012)
- Both properties are in Council Districts 4 and 3 respectively
Citizens Compensation Advisory Committee
The Citizens Compensation Advisory Committee will review 2022 recruitment and turnover data and hear final results of the 2023 local area benchmark market pay analysis. They will also discuss topics for their 2023 annual report, including salary budget forecasts and employee benefits. The meeting includes public comment and confirmation of future meeting dates.
- Review of 2022 recruitment statistics and employee turnover data
- Presentation on final results of 2023 local area benchmark market pay analysis
- Discussion of potential topics for 2023 annual report
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Next meetings: Feb 7, Feb 21, May 9, Oct 3, 2023
Accessibility and Disability Commission
The Salt Lake City Accessibility and Disability Commission is holding a regular hybrid meeting to discuss accessibility and disability matters. The agenda includes updates on racial equity in policing, emergency preparedness for people with disabilities, and elections for chair and vice chair. The commission will also review minutes from November 17th and may enter a closed session.
- Emergency Preparedness discussion (~30 min) led by Vice Chair Amy Carmen
- Chair and Vice Chair Elections (~10 min) led by Board Manager Ashley Lichtle
- Racial Equity in Policing Commission (REP) Update (~15 min) by Equity Manager Michelle Mooney
- Review of minutes from November 17th
- Tentative closed session for possible discussion of individual character, litigation, security, or investigations
Airport Advisory Board
The Salt Lake City Airport Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the Airport Redevelopment Program update, snow removal operations, and the director's report, and to elect a board chair and vice chair. The agenda also includes consent approval of December meeting minutes and information items on finances, air traffic, and construction.
- Airport Redevelopment Program (ARP) update by Brian Stetson
- Snow removal operations report by Eddie Clayson
- Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Financial report for November 2022
- Air traffic statistics for November 2022
Citizens Compensation Advisory Committee
The Citizens Compensation Advisory Committee is meeting to review 2022-23 labor market and salary budget forecast data, hear preliminary results of the 2023 local area benchmark market pay analysis, and discuss topics for its 2023 annual report. The agenda includes public comment and adoption of prior meeting minutes.
- Review of 2022-23 labor market, economic, and salary budget forecast data
- Presentation on preliminary results of 2023 local area benchmark market pay analysis
- Discussion of potential topics for 2023 annual report, including employee turnover and benefits
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
Police Civilian Review Board
The Salt Lake City Police Civilian Review Board panel is meeting to elect a chair and then adjourn into a closed executive session to discuss an individual's character, professional competence, or physical or mental health, as allowed under Utah law. The meeting is largely procedural, with no public action items listed beyond the election and adjournment.
- Elect chair
- Adjourn into executive session under UCA 52-4-5(1)(a)(i) to discuss an individual's character, professional competence, or health
- Reconvene in public session and adjourn
Local Building Authority of Salt Lake City
The Local Building Authority of Salt Lake City is posting its revised 2023 annual meeting schedule. The board will hold regular meetings as needed, on the same dates, times, and places as Salt Lake City Council meetings. This notice is procedural and contains no specific agenda items or decisions.
- Regular LBA meetings will coincide with City Council work sessions and formal meetings, typically at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Meetings will be held at 451 South State Street, Room 315 or 326, Salt Lake City, UT 84111.
- Public comments can be made in person or online via Webex; details at slc.gov/council/virtual-meetings.
- Several 2023 meetings are marked tentative or canceled, including May 18, May 30, June 8, and November 21.
- The schedule includes RDA meetings on select Tuesdays throughout the year.
Human Rights Commission
The Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss accessibility, disability, and racial equity in policing, and to elect a chair and vice chair. The agenda includes presentations, subcommittee goal reviews, and a discussion on human rights topics. Public comment is welcome.
- Presentation by ADA Coordinator Ashley Lichtle on accessible meeting guide
- Update on Accessibility & Disability Commission end-of-year report by Commissioner Everette Bacon
- Nomination and election of Chair/Vice Chair
- Debrief of Human Rights Day Celebration
- Review of subcommittee goals on CEDAW, homelessness, gentrification, refugees, and children/youth advocacy