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PARK CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
May 10,2004
The meeting convened at 7.00 p.m.
Present at the meeting were Councilmembers John Basill, Phil Finkelstein, Paul Omodt, Susan
Sanger, Sue Santa, Sally Velick, and Mayor Jeff Jacobs.
Staff present: City Manager(Mr. Harmening), City Attorney (Mr. Scott), Community
Development Director (Mr. Locke), Planning Consultant (Mr. Ingraham), Planning Associate
(Ms Grove), Finance Director(Ms McGann), Accountant (Ms Rinta), Public Works Director
(Mr Rardin), City Engineer (Ms Hagen), and City Clerk (Ms Reichert)
1. Biltmore Addition
Ms. Grove reported on the safety issues regarding the intersection of France Ave and W 26th St.
She stated that there was a personal injury accident and vehicular theft. The other issue of
concern was the scope of the project and how it relates to the neighborhood. Further scrutiny of
the Subdivision Ordinance showed a provision which may provide grounds for denial of the
proposal regarding side lot lines and irregularly shaped lots.
Mr. Scott stated that he does not see a basis for denial based on safety issues. He went on to say
the side lots on the subdivision proposal do not meet the ordinance requirements but he irregular
shaped lots do. Mayor Jacobs inquired if a vanance could be granted and Mr. Scott replied that
it would be a discretionary decision.
Councilmember Sanger had concerns with the proposal being compatible in size and character of
the neighborhood. She stated that the lot size is significantly different than others in the
neighborhood.
Councilmember Finkelstein stated that cars travel at excessive speeds down W 26"' St
Mayor Jacobs felt that safety was not an issue but he is concerned about the side lot lines.
Wayne Jenkins, 2601 Huntington Ave S., inquired about ensuring that the turnaround will not be
used as a parking space. Ms. Hagen replied that there are sight lines with the turnaround. She
stated that it would be the choice of the resident and will impact cars traveling on W. 26th St.
Councilmember Velick inquired if the plan reviewed by the Planning Commission with two
houses would increase safety
Mr. Harmening stated the plan as submitted requires a variance. The developer stated that
planning staff had helped configure the plan as presented. Ms. Hagen stated that the original
plan had a higher safety aspect but the plan submitted is still safe.
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Councilmember Basill stated that he liked the plan with two houses but he is concerned about the
legal standing of denying the proposal based on safety issues. He asked the city attorney about
their chances of success if they are challenged. Mr. Scott replied that the issue is that the plan
submitted now is not in compliance with side lot line requirements. He stated that this would be
the first requirement. However, if they went to court it depends greatly on the judge and several
other factors. He added that if the developer sought a variance, it would be at the city's
discretion whether to approve it.
Councilmember Omodt wants to see the safety issues addressed immediately and inquired if
there was a set precedent for situations such as this.
Mr Scott stated that he will draft an attorney/client privileged letter for the Council Mr.
Harmening stated that they could bring the issue back at the Council meeting of June 7`h. The
developer asked if they could meet with staff to discuss how they can get up to code.
Councilmember Sanger suggested meeting with the Neighborhood to receive feedback.
2. 2005 Budget Update
Ms McGann stated that they must first complete the 2003 and 2004 plans. She then distributed
projections of property tax increases. Mayor Jacobs stated that they need the increase and the
public would support it if the city is reasonable about it. Councilmember Finkelstein inquired if
they should be womed about the state deficit. Ms. McGann stated that if the Market Value
Homestead Credit is taken away they will not have enough funds in the General Fund.
Mr Harmening stated that the purpose of this discussion was to illustrate the type of financial
environment they are in. Councilmember Velick inquired about the timing of the budget
process. Ms. McGann reported that Council will receive another report in late summer and the
Truth in Taxation hearing will be scheduled for September. She added that they are anticipating
some tax court cases but she did not feel they would be as significant as the previous year Ms.
McGann stated that they are also looking at fees and doing a cost analysis on those fees. She
reported that they also need to look at the funding source for dispatch operations.
3. Public Works Asset Reductions
Mr. Rardin explained the reductions staff came up with, stating they were looking at eliminating
three signals, three railroad crossings, and twelve parking lots. Councilmember Finkelstein
would like a list of the parking lots to be eliminated. He questioned whether they are required to
sell the lots to the highest bidder and Mr Harmening replied that it depends how the lots are
received. Mayor Jacobs directed staff to use their best judgment and go on a case to case basis.
Mr Harmening stated that they need to consider how the losses will affect the neighborhoods
Councilmember Sanger wanted a better public process in bringing the issue of railroad crossing
removals to the neighborhoods. Staff agreed and will begin working on it immediately.
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Mayor Jacobs would like to keep the signals if funds can be levied. Councilmember Sanger
stated that the Sorenson Neighborhood Association had concerns about the school and the
church.
Councilmember Finkelstein suggested retaining the traffic signal at W. Lake St. and Zarthan
Ave. S.
4. Communications
Mr Harmening inquired if Council was comfortable with submitting the 180 plus garbage rate
increases for formal approval. Council agreed to move forward with the process.
5. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
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