Park City Council Meeting Summary June 27, 2019

Post Date:07/03/2019 8:00 AM

SUMMARY of the JUNE 27 PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING

IN THE WORK SESSION

Discussion of the Park City Annexation Policy Plan
Staff recommended City Council discuss the City’s Annexation Policy Plan, including the option to direct staff to begin the process of amending the City’s Annexation Policy Plan.
Annexation Policy Staff Report

 

Building Permit Software Update
The Community Development (Planning, Engineering and Building) Department launched new online Building Permit software. The software is web based, and can be accessed at www.parkcity.mycityinspector.com. Park City is now able to receive permit submittals online any time of day or week, allow applicants to lookup plan review status, request building inspections, and receive automatic emails of inspection results.
Building Permit Software Update Staff Report

 

2018 Annual Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report
Each year Public Utilities releases the Annual Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report to review drinking water quality and provide information regarding projects completed for the year as well as upcoming projects. This annual publication is required by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Utah Division of Drinking Water.
Staff Report
2018 Drinking Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report

 

IN THE REGULAR MEETING

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

Utah Library Association Distinguished Service Award
Park City Library Executive Director Adriane Herrick Juarez was awarded the 2019 Utah Library Association Distinguished Service Award. This award is given to a librarian with the most significant record of contribution throughout his or her career, recognized by colleagues as providing exceptional service to library patrons and the profession. Library Board Member Margie Green Schloesser was also honored by the Utah Library Association for her exemplary leadership.
2019 Utah Library Association Awards Staff Report

 

APPOINTMENTS

Library Board
Council approved the appointment of Bill Humbert and the reappointment of Kristy Hoffman to the Library Board for Three-Year Terms Beginning July 1, 2019.
Library Board Appointments Staff Report

 

COMMUNICATIONS AND DISCLOSURES FROM COUNCIL AND STAFF

Fourth of July Event Reminders
Special event staff shared an outline of event logistics and impacts. For additional information, please see the 4th of July Information and Schedule link.
Fourth of July Celebration Reminders Staff Report

 

PUBLIC INPUT

Representatives from the Summit County Children's Justice Center provided public input.

 

NEW BUSINESS

Council approved the following new business items:

  • Council approved an Economic Development Grant in the Amount of $10,000 for Auntie Em's Homebaked Goods in the Kimball Arts Center.
    Economic Development Grant Staff Report

     

  • Council approved Utah Open Lands Funding Request for $550,000 to finalize the purchase of Armstrong Snow Ranch Pasture, a 19-acre property located in the Thaynes Canyon neighborhood. Several community members spoke in favor of the request UPDATE: On the evening of June 28, Utah Open Lands secured the balance of funding needed to close on the property, which will now be preserved as open space.
    Armstrong Snow Ranch Pastures Open Space Funding Request Staff Report

     

  • Council approved the Bonanza Flat Development Agreement with Wasatch County in June 2017, Park City acquired the 1350-acre Bonanza Flat Open Space the City has entered into an agreement with the Wasatch County as part of the trailhead parking plan submitted.
    Wasatch County Development Agreement Staff Report

     

  • Council approved Ordinance 2019-35, and Ordinance Repealing Municipal Code Title 4A, Chapter 3, Outdoor Music Plazas. Currently, use of an outdoor space is permitted through express allowances in the Land Management Code, such as Administrative or Conditional Use Permits and Special Event Permits. These permits allow for outdoor use for Special Events, community gatherings and other activities.
    Repeal of Title 4A-3 Outdoor Music Plazas Staff Report

     

  • Council approved the application to remove a significant site - 1060 Park Avenue - from the Park City Historic Sites Inventory.
    Historic Sites Inventory Staff Report

     

  • Council approved ordinance 2019-36, approving the Woodside Park Subdivision - Phase I Condominiums Modification, located at 1333 Park Avenue, 1343 Park Avenue, 1353 Park Avenue, 1330 Woodside Avenue, and 1350 Woodside Avenue, Park City, Utah. This modifies a previous requirement to install an e-bike station on the property.
    Woodside Park Subdivision - Phase I Condominiums Modification Staff Report

 

PARK CITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING

Park City Redevelopment Agency approved the following new business item:

  • An Economic Development Grant for Lucky Ones LLC in the amount of $20,000 to support business expansion, promotion and the development of a coffee camper.
    Lucky Ones Grant Request Staff Report

 

UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS

  • Planning Commission: 7/10, 5:30 p.m. at City Hall
  • City Council: 7/11, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall
  • Historic Preservation Board: 7/17, 5:00 p.m. at City Hall

 

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Sustainability For Homes

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Sometimes reducing your environmental impact can be a little overwhelming. There is a lot of new information and sometimes it changes very quickly from new research or developments. Start off small and take it a day at a time and soon you'll be able to incorporate a lot of these ideas into your daily life.  Here are 10 ways to get started reducing your impact at home.

1. Sign up for the SCPW ChallengePark City worked with Summit Community Power Works to bring this online resource to life. Here you will find 70 actions you can do at home to conserve, with all available rebates and incentives, and step-by-step instructions on how to complete each action. It's even more fun when you get your neighbors to participate and form a team to win prizes and recognition!

2. Conserve Energy - Start off by being conscious of the energy you use at home, noticing what lights are on, when the TV is on, etc. Then make a concerted effort to turn off lights and electronics when they are not needed. Conservation is not about doing without, but about using energy wisely.

Snow Melt Systems
Many Park City residents use snow melt products, such as heat tape, to prevent ice dams on their roofs.  These snow melt systems are needed for certain roofs, but they also use a huge amount of electricity and often times we forget to turn them off when it gets warmer.  In fact, some systems use as much electricity as the entire home.  Make sure your snow melt system is turned off during warmer months - some systems have been found to be operating during spring/summer, costing lots of money and inflating the community's carbon footprint. If you find yourself forgetting to turn off your heat tape, you can purchase a timer that will do it for you.
 
3. Perform a Home Energy Audit - While energy conservation is important, energy efficiency is even more important and for your home to be energy efficient, you should perform a home energy audit. This audit will tell you where you need upgrades to equipment, lights insulation, windows and appliances. Many of these changes are easy and inexpensive and will yield huge energy savings. A home energy audit can be done by yourself, or you can hire an experienced professional to help guide you and offer the most cost effective recommendations. Here is a list of certified Home Energy Raters. In addition, for $25 you can work with one of Dominion Energy's Energy Experts to develop a plan to start saving energy (and money) immediately.   

4. Replace Inefficient Bulbs - Your energy audit will likely reveal that you have some inefficient bulbs in your home. Make sure to replace those with more efficient lighting options like LED bulbs which use a fraction of the energy and last much longer than older lighting technologies. You'll begin saving money immediately with this low cost and easy upgrade.

5. Unplug - Avoid phantom loads that come from gadgets and electronics that draw power even when they're off. Unplug chargers, printers, gadgets, coffee makers, toasters and other similar electronics to avoid wasting unnecessary energy. You can also plug these devices into a power strip and shut off the power strip when not being used.

6. Improve Indoor Air Quality - Sometimes your home's indoor air quality is worse than the air outdoors due to inadequate ventilation and the release of toxins indoors from furniture, chemicals, equipment and more. Learn more about the sources of indoor toxins and how to reduce them to make your home safer.

7. Upgrade Inefficient Appliances - Reduce both water and energy use by upgrading to more efficient appliances. Look for ENERGY STAR labeled appliances that are guaranteed to be more efficient. While the initial cost of the appliance may be slightly more than a regular one, the money you save on energy will more than cover the cost of the upgrade.

8. Clean Greener - Cleaning solutions in your home may actually be toxic and causing you harm. Start cleaning your home with more natural cleaning supplies that are safer for your family, pets and the environment. Look for all natural, biodegradable and non-petroleum based products.

9. Buy Green Power - One of the cheapest and easiest ways to reduce your carbon emissions is to support renewable energy from your electric utility. Our very own Rocky Mountain Power has a program for exactly that called Blue Sky. Sign up today!

10. Install a Programmable Thermostat - Making sure you don't heat or cool your home when you're not there (or when you're asleep and cozy under covers) is one of the easiest ways to save money and reduce your carbon footprint. Programmable thermosats allow you to control temperature settings for when you are at home, away, and asleep.