Park City Council Meeting Summary September 12, 2019

Post Date:09/19/2019 7:07 PM

SUMMARY of the SEPTEMBER 12 PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING

IN THE WORK SESSION

Discussion of Affordable Housing Land Management Code Revisions
Staff presented a serious of pros and cons for various types of potential changes to the Master Plan Development code for affordable housing projects.
Affordable Housing Code Revisions Staff Report
Attachment A: Cascadia Presentation

 

Park City Community Vision 2020 Update
Future IQ gave an update on the Vision 2020 project, which launched in June. The next round of public events is scheduled for the week of October 7-11.
Vision 2020 Staff Report

 

2019 Special Event Process and Calendar Analysis
Staff presented a summary of 2019 special events and mitigation activity in response to adopted policy and code changes implemented in 2018. Of note, there were 72 events in 2019, compared to 86 events in 2018.
Special Event Review Staff Report
Exhibit A: Special Event 2019 Comparison Analysis
2019-2020 Special Event Calendar

 

IN THE REGULAR MEETING

COMMUNICATIONS AND DISCLOSURES

Park City Municipal Website Redesign Project Update
Staff provided a website redesign project update, featuring improvements in site searchability and content structure/organization.
Website Redesign Staff Report

 

Backhoe Report, September 2019
The report provides a monthly round-up of public and private construction activities in Park City. 
Backhoe Staff Report
Backhoe Report - September, 2019

 

Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Municipal and Land Management Code Amendments Update
Staff presented the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Municipal Land Management Code (LMC) amendments. The City is working closely with Summit County to update the ordinance, including adding a Firewise program for community members. Staff will present program strategies and proposed amendments to Council during a future work session.
Staff Report and Proposed Amendments
Exhibit B: Examples of Firewise Documents
Exhibit C: Past and Projected WUI Timeline

 

Old Town Access and Circulation Improvements Update
Staff updated Council on the Old Town Access and Circulation improvements discussed during the August 15 meeting, and presented a detailed plan that incorporated input from taxis, HPCA, residents, and stakeholders. Staff and Council also discussed short and long-term solutions.
Old Town Circulation Staff Report
Exhibit A: Wayfinding Plan
Exhibit B: Non-Invasive Projects-Concept Report-Cost Estimating Update
Exhibit C: Proposed Commercial Vehicle Drop and Load and Staging Zones
Exhibit D: Voluntary Efforts by Lodging Companies
Exhibit E: Parking Enforcement Practices

 

PUBLIC INPUT

Residents provided input regarding the Old Town Circulation Plan, and the proposed painted roundabout at the intersection of Main Street and Hillside Avenue. A community member shared feedback about cattle grazing at McPolin Farm.

 

CONSENT AGENDA

Council approved the following items on the consent agenda:

 

OLD BUSINESS

Council discussed the following old business item:

  • Staff, the Park City Chamber/Bureau, and U.S. Ski and Snowboard provided a 2019 FIS World Championship debrief presentation, which included highlights from the competition, an operations overview, and a summary of the event’s economic impact. U.S. Ski and Snowboard thanked the community and staff for their efforts in making World Championships a success.
    2019 World Championship Staff Report
    2019 World Championship Presentation Slides

Council approved the following old business item:

 

NEW BUSINESS

Council discussed the following new business items:

  • Treasure Hill Open Space Update – Staff gave an update on scheduled improvement projects to Treasure Hill, which include a five space parking lot, trailhead, and an extension to the 6th Street stairs. These improvements are part of ‘Phase II’ of the Treasure Hill Open Space Plan.
    Treasure Hill Staff Report

Council approved the following new business items:

  • A donation of a bronze statue to the Public Art Collection to be commissioned by the Martinez Family and placed at the Treasure Hill Trailhead. The sculpture will commemorate Rich Martinez. The Martinez family includes 5 generations of miners. Rich Martinez was born in 1935 and lived in Park City for the duration of his life – 82 years – and served on Park City Council for 16 years in the 60s and 70s. The piece will serve as a connection between art, open space and Park City’s history.
    Public Art Donation Staff Report

    Donation Request Letter
    Rich Martinez Drilling Photo
    Martinez Statue Price Quote

     Martinez Family

  • Ordinance 2019-49, amending Land Management Code Chapter 15-11 Historic Preservation, which clarifies language pertaining to historic reconstruction. Approval of the Land Management Code amendments to Section 15-11-12.5 Historic Preservation Board Review for Material Deconstruction was continued to a date uncertain.
    Historic Preservation Code Amendments Staff Report and Ordinance

     

  • The continuation of an ordinance approving the 245 Woodside Avenue Plat Amendment, allowing the applicant to gather more information about the plat amendment.
    245 Woodside Avenue Plat Continuation Staff Report

 

PARK CITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING

Park City Redevelopment Agency approved the following new business Item:

 

UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS

  • Fall Projects Open House: 9/24, 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Park City Library (Community Room)
  • Planning Commission Meeting: 9/25, 5:30 p.m. at City Hall
  • City Council Meeting: 9/26, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall

 

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Some ideas are so widely held that they generate little scrutiny or even a second thought. While often factual, such common wisdom can also be based on outdated or erroneous information—old-wives tales or urban legends. Widespread misconceptions about home energy use—often taken as fact—can cost homeowners on their energy bills and lead to unnecessary home maintenance and reduced comfort.

Following are some common home energy myths that may be costing you.

1. Setting the thermostat higher or lower will heat or cool the house faster.

 Many a homeowner has come home to an uncomfortable house and set the thermostat higher or lower than necessary, thinking it will warm or cool faster. In reality, a furnace or air-conditioner works at the same speed, no matter what the thermostat setting. A home will warm up to 68ºF just as quickly if the thermostat is set at 68ºF as it would if the thermostat was set at 80ºF. In such instances, energy may be wasted as the heating or cooling system continues to run after it  reaches your desired set point.

2. A heating and cooling system "works harder" to reach a comfortable temperature after setback or set forward.Many people do not adjust their thermostat at night or while the home is unoccupied because of the common misconception that the heating or cooling system must "work harder" or use more energy to reheat or re-cool the house. This is not how a thermostat works. The system turns on to reach a set level and then shuts off when that level is reached. It can be likened more to a switch that shuts on and off, rather than a gas pedal that accelerates faster the more you step on it.

3. Energy efficiency and energy conservation are the same thing.
Efficiency refers to using less to perform a specific task. Examples include replacing traditional lighting with LEDs (light emitting diodes), or installing a high performance appliance. Conservation refers to reducing your need for energy through changes in behavior, such as setting the thermostat lower or riding a bike to work.

4. When an appliance is turned off, it is off.
Many appliances and electronic devices—such as coffee makers and cell phone chargers—in the home continue to use power after they have been switched off. Sometimes as much as if they were on! This is known as standby power or “phantom load.” The only way to stop the power usage by these devices is to unplug them.

5. Leaving lights, computers and appliances on uses less energy than turning them on and off.
In most cases, the small surge of power needed to start a device is much less than the power that is wasted by leaving it on when it is not needed.

6. Duct tape is the best choice for sealing ducts.
Duct tape has very low durability when used to seal ducts, according to laboratory research. On new installations duct tape will not last long without extensive surface preparation, especially in dirty or dusty locations. Over time, duct tape will fall off as the adhesive dries out and the tape starts to wrinkle. Mastic or metal-backed tapes—available at your local hardware or do-it-yourself retailer—are better choices for duct sealing.

7. Purchasing an efficient air-conditioner or furnace will automatically reduce energy bills.
This is true to some extent, but optimal savings will not be achieved unless the system is sized and installed correctly. Installing an efficient, but over-sized, system can negate much of the potential savings, while a poorly designed duct system can also have an impact on efficiency and comfort. Windows, doors, and insulation also play a factor in heating and cooling efficiency. 

8. Dimming lights by 50% will cut lighting costs in half.
In reality, the relationship is not quite direct and the savings may be less than expected. Dimmed lights do use less power, but when lights are dimmed, the voltage drops and the filament becomes cooler. This causes a loss in overall efficiency.

9. Closing off vents will help to lower heating and cooling costs.
Closing or covering up vents is typically not a good way to save on energy costs. Heating and cooling systems balance their load throughout the duct system. If one vent gets closed off, it throws the system off balance. Pressure can build up in the duct work, causing leakage and less air circulating in your home. This reduces system efficiency and home comfort.