| SHCC Meeting Minutes, April 1, 2009 |
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~ Sugar House Community Council Meeting Minutes – April 1, 2009 ~ Trustees Present – Sally Barraclough, Amy Barry, Laurie Bray, Elaine Brown, Russ Callister, Philip Carlson, Sarah Carlson, Barbara Green, Michael G. Kavanagh, Benny Keele, Larry Migliaccio, Dave Mulder, Cabot Nelson, Lynne Olson, Lindsey Oswald, Derek Payne, Susie Petheram, Ruth Price, Ray Pugsley, Maggie Shaw, Judi Short, Grace Sperry, Rawlins Young. Trustees Absent Excused – Pattie DeNunzio, Dolores Donohoo, Ed Sperry. Trustees Absent Unexcused – Greg Carter, Sheila O’Driscoll. Others Present – Robert Cheney, Joyce Cheney, Jaelene V. Myrup, Traci Marsing, Jason Bradley, Melissa Lichetenstein, Cody Johnson, Cara Despain, Kenny Riches, Ramiro C. Flores.Call to Order – Maggie Shaw, Chair 7:02pm. Cabot motioned to include a website committee report at 8:05pm on the agenda - passed without objection.
Approval of Minutes - Maggie motioned to approve minutes - passed unanimously.
Treasurer's Report - Dolores is not present. Public Comments – None Detective Smart – Presented handout of last month’s crime activity. Spoke about bicycles and they are considered vehicles and all should obey same traffic laws as if you were a car. Car prowl’s appear to be equally split between businesses and residential (19 in front of business, 20 residential) last month. Det. Smart reported that the students living in the house near Westminster where last months shooting occurred has been evicted – neighbors are trying to come up with a plan to ensure more screening of tenants. The appearance that Sugar House has a higher rate of damaged property is mostly related to car break-ins as the damage is listed as a secondary offense when reports are filed. Sugar House Merchants’ Report – Barbara Green presented idea about possibility of a horse mounted patrol in Sugar House. Merchant Association was in favor of the increased visibility of a horse patrol and the ability to maneuver where cars cannot go. Barbara was informed there is no increase in cost and horses usually belong to the officers. Philip motioned that we add the SHCC name to the letter read by Barbara was amended to have Maggie write a separate letter to support horse patrol in Sugar House passed with one objection. Barbara requested if anyone is interested in a booth for the 4th of July Festival to let her know as soon as possible. UDOT informed the Merchant Association that the 1300 E west ramp on I-15 (loop entrance) will not be open until the 700 E ramp is opened for safety reasons. Judi motioned that SHCC has a booth at July 4th festival in front of Sprague Library - passed unanimously. Sally volunteered to organize July 4th committee to man the booth. Business Spotlight – Jolley’s Pharmacy & Compounding 1100 E 1700 S (M-F 9-6 Sat 9-2). Dean Jolley, owner presented to council about the variety of products and personalized drugs they offer. Usually do 120 prescriptions per day and 60 specialty compounds for individual prescriptions or needs. Family started company in 1954 and moved to Highland Dr and Emigration Market. Dean Jolley mentioned that a 3rd generation of pharmacists is coming to keep it family owned. Jolley’s Pharmacy & Compounding try to help solve problems, cater to people’s special needs, deliver, here to serve Sugar House and community.Mayor’s Report – Lisa Harrison announced a public meeting for Parley’s Nature Park (Tanner Park) on Friday to discuss use of the park. The Mayor will be available for a Q&A from 3:30-4:30 at the pavilion. Public invited to comment and discuss their ideas about use of park. Funds to complete project for the Wasatch Hollow open space is secured. There will be a ribbon cutting on May 6th. City/county building is paying off the bond for the building and is celebrating – looking for volunteers for event – “Celebrate the City” May 2nd, 3:00-7:00pm. Budget workshop was held last week for our district to discuss budget. If you were not able to attend you can get information and comment online www.slcgov.com. Council Report – Soren Simonsen spoke about a series of public meetings in March that included the Airport/Trax line, design about Grand Blvd to define what trax will look like, and the redesign of North Temple street with possible land use changes. Reported on a proposal initiated by Dave Buhler and Nancy Saxton to revamp taxing service in the city proposal will change from certificate of appropriateness to contract basis for taxis. St Joseph Villa proposal to expand was denied and they are now back to considering how to develop within their existing footprint. A couple taverns have requested a change to the conditional use ordinance to allow private clubs to operate in residential mixed use zones (currently they are allowed in commercial zones). City Council reviewed the airport budget for facility upgrades and hope construction will begin in 12-18 months. Long term projects: Majority of May & June will be dedicated to city budget issues. City Council is in the midst of reviewing CDBG funds, but District 7 has very few areas that qualify. City Council will be reviewing legislative intent to contemplate plug in opportunities for electric vehicles in the future. Gallivan Center RDA held an open house to gather public input on possible major improvements to area parking and expansion and improvements to facilities. Large transitional housing project is potentially being developed in District 2 moving out of Gateway location to expand and modernize. City Council has requested Walmart to clarify their intent on the Parley’s Way project to see if and when they will be moving forward. RDA is anticipating requests for qualifications from developers for the property located on Wilmington in the near future.Upcoming City Council meeting (April 7th) public hearings on Language of Flowers petition to rezone from residential to business. Council is considering a rezone to CN to reflect neighborhood small business relationship that mimics the 9th & 9th area. Also, looking at modifications to animal license fees. Visit http://www.ci.slc.ut.us/council/ for full list. Presentations -
Council Business - Chair Report - forgone in the interest of limited time. Committee Reports - View committee reports online www.sugarhousecouncil.com. Upcoming meetings April 21st 5:00pm (POST) and 6:00pm (LUZ & TRANS) at Sprague.
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