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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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.

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