Park City Council Meeting Summary May 29, 2019

Post Date:06/06/2019 10:56 AM

SUMMARY of the MAY 29 PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING  

 

IN THE WORK SESSION

Discussion Regarding Central Wasatch Commission Funding
Representatives from the Central Wasatch Commission (CWC) joined City Council to provide a status update on the work that took place over the winter and since the CWC’s incorporation. The CWC is an intergovernmental entity that was created in an effort to implement sustainability, transportation, and land management and conservation strategies outlined in the Mountain Accord. There was extensive discussion regarding Park City’s role within the CWC and what that might look like in the future, especially as it pertains to funding.
2019 CWC Funding Request Staff Report
Attachment A: Financial Contributions Summary
Attachment B: CWC Staff Report - February 2019
Attachment C: CWC Staff Report - April 2019

 

Carbon Footprint Update – Transportation
City staff presented a carbon footprint update regarding Park City’s transportation carbon footprint from 2016-2018, and the impacts of introducing electric vehicle technology. Staff also discussed other City-owned vehicles, including those used by the Police Department, snow plows, and fleet vehicles for potential electrification. The report also shows which City departments use the most fuel. The number of employees who use alternative transportation at least one time per week has increased significantly (by 45%) since 2016.
Carbon Footprint Staff Report
Attachment A: Figures and Tables

 

2019 Sundance Film Festival Economic Impact and Operational Debrief
City staff and representatives from the Sundance Institute presented the 2019 Festival Economic Impact to Council. In addition to an economic impact report, staff also presented an analysis and debrief of this year’s event.

There were over 122,000 unique attendees at the 2019 Festival, with 43,550 visiting from out of state, and representing a wide variety of demographics and backgrounds. $18.7 million in local tax revenue was generated. There was further discussion regarding the perception of how many attendees there were, noting that at times it felt less crowded in Park City during the Festival than years past.

City staff reviewed the operations and mitigation efforts behind this year’s Festival, noting that with year-round collaboration with Sundance Institute, various City departments and community partners, the event was another example of a successful partnership between the public and private sectors. Elements of success include increased public transit ridership, a transit-focused parking system, and dedicated and hardworking maintenance and safety crews. Future focus will include consideration of temporary CSLs, temporary permit approvals, more dynamic parking rates and technology, and increased transit services to reduce traffic and congestion.

There was significant public comment and discussion between City staff, Council, and Sundance Institute representatives regarding traffic impacts in Old Town neighborhoods, as well as the presence of ride share companies, like Lyft and Uber, in Park City. Council asked that staff return in a work session to further discuss transportation mitigation.
2019 Sundance Debrief Staff Report
Exhibit A: Sundance Film Festival Background
Exhibit C: Sundance 2019 Staff Analysis and Community Feedback
Exhibit C.1: Feedback from Community Members
Exhibit D: Sundance Commitment to Community Priorities

 

IN THE REGULAR MEETING

NEW BUSINESS

Council approved the following new business items:

  • Resolution 10-2019, proclaiming the month of June as "Park City High School Marching Band Month.” Park City High School’s marching band was selected to participate in the parade in Normandy for its 75th anniversary of D-Day.
    PCHS Marching Band Resolution

     

  • Staff provided an update regarding the 3Kings Water Treatment Plant Project to Council, and sought Council’s authorization to proceed with the public notification process for the demolition of the existing Spiro Water Treatment Plant and Parks/Golf Maintenance Facility, which is located at 1884 Three Kings Drive. There was a discussion regarding project cost and how that might affect golf fees in the future, as well as the timing and construction of this project.
    3KWTP Staff Report

    Proposed 3KWTP Staging Area - PCMC Golf Course

 

PARK CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING
The Park City Housing Authority approved a mitigation plan to fulfill the affordable housing obligation generated by the Kings Crown at Park City project. This plan would, after obtaining public input, remove income restriction on the attainable units that are part of the project.
Kings Crown Staff Report
Exhibit A: Proposed Amendments to the Housing Mitigation Plan
Exhibit B: Draft Action Letter
Exhibit D: Building B Floor Plans

 

UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS

  • City Council: 6/6, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall
  • Planning Commission: 6/12, 5:30 p.m. at City Hall
  • City Council: 6/20, 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.