Park City Council Meeting Summary December 11, 2018

Post Date:12/19/2018 11:43 AM

SUMMARY of the DECEMBER 11 PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING


IN THE WORK SESSION

FY 2019 Adjusted Budget Discussion

City staff provided an update to Council regarding the FY 2019 Adjusted Budget. Budget items that were discussed included additional allocation for electric bus batteries, the Arts and Culture, and Recreational Department programs.
Adjusted Budget Staff Report
Adjusted Budget Adoption Ordinance FY 2019
Budget Summary

 

IN THE REGULAR MEETING

STAFF COMMUNICATIONS AND DISCLOSURES

Construction and Development and Impact Fee Waivers: Policy and Title 11 Code Amendments

City staff presented to Council the policy and title code amendments for construction and development, and impact fee waivers. The intent of this discussion was for City staff and Council members to make sure they’re on the same page regarding the intent for said fee waivers to include impact fees, as well as the timeline code amendment.
Fee Waiver Policy Staff Report
Attachment A: Fee Policy

 

Parking Outreach Plan

City staff provided an update on the Winter Parking Outreach Plan. Staff proposed expanding the current residential parking program from 9th Street to Deer Valley Drive. The intent is for the parking program to be more of a hybrid program that works in conjunction with the two hour rule. As part of the outreach plan, City staff hoped to receive input from the public.
Parking Outreach Plan Staff Report
Attachment A: Parking Outreach Flier
Attachment B: Residential Permit Zone G Map

 

Main Street District National Register of Historic Places Boundary Expansion

The Main Street National Register Historic District Expansion is being reviewed by State preservation officers with the possibility of adding the east side of Main Street to the district. This addition would not affect Hillside Avenue or Grappa.
Main Street National Register Historic District Expansion Staff Report
Exhibit A: Main Street Historic District Expansion Letter

 

Bonanza Flat Update

City staff provided Council with an update regarding Bonanza Flat land management. Changes are to include widening of some of the winter access corridors as well as adding and allowing for public and limited overnight parking to the lot located above Montage Deer Valley.
Bonanza Flat Update

 

Park City Awarded Designation of SolSmart Gold

The Sustainability Department presented Council with the SolSmart Gold award. The City received this designation for being at the forefront of solar energy integration. Park City is the only city in Utah to have received the gold status designation. Park City has the most permissive code in Utah as it pertains to rooftop solar with an overarching goal of preserving the community’s character while still making it possible for Parkites to harvest energy from the sun. Read the full press release here.

 

PUBLIC INPUT

A resident from Lower Park Avenue shared feedback regarding the parking plan on Park Avenue during the winter months. He noted specifically that parking was challenging between 2:00-6:00 a.m. while the road is plowed. Council briefly discussed the outreach plan for parking on Park Avenue and any anticipated changes.

 

COUNCIL APPROVED THE FOLLOWING ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA:

 

OLD BUSINESS

Council approved the following old business item:

 

 

NEW BUSINESS

Council approved the following new business items:

    UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS

    • Park City Library Board: 12/19, 12:00 p.m. at Park City Library
    • City Council: 12/20, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall *Tuesday meeting
    • City Council: 1/8, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall

     

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    Park City, Utah Designated “SolSmart Gold” for Advancing Solar Energy Growth

    Post Date:11/26/2018 4:32 PM

      FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
      Celia Peterson
      celia.peterson@parkcity.org
      435.287.5624


      Park City, Utah Designated “SolSmart Gold” for Advancing Solar Energy Growth

       

      PARK CITY, UTAH (November 26, 2018) – Park City, Utah received a Gold designation from the national SolSmart program for making it faster, easier, and more affordable for homes and businesses to go solar.

      This designation recognizes Park City for taking bold steps to encourage solar energy growth and remove obstacles for solar development. For companies looking to expand, a SolSmart Gold designation is a signal that Park City is “open for solar business.”

      SolSmart, led by The Solar Foundation and the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office. More than 200 cities, counties, and small towns have achieved SolSmart designation since the program launched in 2016. Park City is one of 91 SolSmart Gold designees. This is especially notable as Utah is a non-home rule state, which means that Park City is not allowed to set its own energy code. Only six communities in non-home rule states have achieved SolSmart Gold.

      “We have a clear path to 100% renewables by adopting a mix of energy efficiency measures, working with our utility to build new renewables, and producing solar energy from our rooftops. We want to make it practical and economic for all Parkites to harvest their energy directly from the sun. To achieve SolSmart Gold, we have modified our code to encourage our residents to adopt rooftop solar.  We know that local renewables are of local economic benefit and provide clean, cheap energy for our community. This is our future and we are proud to receive this designation,” commented Mayor Andy Beerman.

      As a SolSmart designee, Park City can help solar companies reduce the cost of installations and pass savings on to consumers. This allows even more local homes and businesses to obtain affordable, clean, and reliable electricity through solar. The actions Park City has taken will help encourage solar companies to do business in the area, driving economic development and creating local jobs.

      To receive designation, cities and counties make changes to their local processes to reduce the time and money it takes to install a solar energy system. This includes evaluating local permitting processes, as well as planning and zoning procedures. SolSmart designees also develop innovations in areas such as market development and finance.

      For example, Park City waives permitting fees and has a streamlined process to ensure that solar systems can be permitting within two business days.

      SolSmart uses objective criteria to award communities points based on the actions they take to reduce barriers to solar energy development. Communities that take sufficient action are designated either gold, silver, or bronze.

      As part of the SolSmart program, a team of national experts provides no-cost technical assistance to help communities achieve designation. All cities and counties are eligible to join the SolSmart program and receive this technical assistance. Interested communities can learn more at SolSmart.org.