SOUTH JORDAN CITY

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

 

December 6, 2011

 

Present:          Mayor Kent Money, Council Member Brian Butters, Council Member Kathie Johnson, Council Member Larry Short, Council Member Aleta Taylor, Council Member Leona Winger, City Manager John Geilmann, ACM Laurie Johnson, ACM Gary Whatcott, City Attorney Rob Wall, Police Lieutenant Dan Starks, Director of Business Services Jon Day, City Council Secretary MaryAnn Dean

 

Others:           Ted Brinton, Jana Brinton, Mindy Hunsaker, Randy N. Schouler, Jake Warner, Pam Shelburne, Dan Johnson, Aaron Smith, David Cannon, Daniel Janis, Seth Lawrence, Mark Woolley, SherRon Smith, Neale Neelameggham, Indra Neelameggham, Dwayne Woolley, Chuck Newton, Dennis Webb, LaMar A Mabey, Lori LeBeau, Ken Larsen, Lrene Thompson, Mark Haptan, April and Jay Cobb, Ed and Ann Fraughton, Susan Egbert, Melanie Egbert, Dale Evans, Paul Stringham, Barrett Peterson, Steve Young, Susan Pulsipher

 

6:00 P.M.

REGULAR MEETING

 

I.          GENERAL BUSINESS

 

A.        Welcome and Roll Call

 

Mayor Money welcomed everyone present. All members of the City Council were present.

 

Council Member Winger recognized several individuals in the audience. She expressed her appreciation to those individuals.

 

Mayor Money recognized some scouts present. Scout Troops 1522 and 1229 were introduced.  

 

            B.        Opening Ceremony

 

1.         Invocation

 

Council Member Johnson offered the prayer.

 

2.         Pledge of Allegiance

 

Brian Newton led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Newton just returned from his duty in Iraq.

 

C.        Motion to Approve Amended Agenda Items, If Any

 

Mayor Money said item II. C. will be rescheduled for another meeting. Item VI. D.1. and D.2. need to be pulled from the agenda.

 

Council Member Butters made a motion to approve the amended agenda. Council Member Winger seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

D.        Minute Approval

 

                        1.         November 15, 2011 Work Session

 

                        2.         November 15, 2011 Regular Meeting

 

                        3.         November 22, 2011 Canvass Of Votes Meeting

 

Council Member Winger made a motion to approve the November 15, 2011 Work Session, November 15, 2011 Regular Meeting, and November 22, 2011 Canvass Of Votes Meeting, as printed. Council Member Taylor seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

II.        AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS

 

A.        2012 Legislative Update

 

Carl Wimmer, State Representative, expressed appreciation to the outgoing Council Members and Mayor Money. He noted that he started as a police officer in South Jordan in 1997. He complimented the City on its growth.

 

He discussed a proposal for the next legislation session that includes a change in sales tax distribution. It takes it from point of sale and changes how much cities get to keep versus how much is spread around. He is opposed to this legislation.

 

Representative Wimmer said he supports the legislation that puts a government spending limit at the state level. He said when the economy was good, the state didn’t put money in the rainy day fund, instead they spent too much. In the last two legislative sessions, they had to cut hundreds of millions from their budget. He said in this bill, there is a provision that says the state can’t push everything off to the cities to fund. If that provision is put in the legislation, he won’t support it.

 

Representative Wimmer said he has filed to run for US Congress. His campaign has been in full gear since July. He said it is possible that he won’t be participating in the next legislative session. If that’s the case, he will make sure that a qualified representative takes his place. He thanked the city for the opportunity to serve and their great working relationship.

 

 

Mayor Money recognized more scouts present. Scout Troops 991 and 999 were introduced.

 

B.                 South Jordan Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Update

 

Lori LeBeau, said she is the newly elected chair for the Chamber of Commerce. She introduced the newly elected officers. She has been with the Chamber of Commerce for a long time. They will make sure to follow through with the goals and promises that have been made. She said they will be a good partner with the city and businesses and help the city grow.

 

Ms. LeBeau reviewed several recent ribbon cuttings. The Brick Oven’s ribbon cutting will be Jan 11th. January 18th is their annual vision dinner at the Megaplex. Fred Lampropolous will be the keynote speaker.

 

Council Member Johnson noted an excellent presentation that Ms. LeBeau did at the Mayor’s meeting with the Jordan Coalition regarding work base learning.

 

C.        Presentation on Utah Agriculture Sustainability

 

This item will be rescheduled.

 

D.        Presentation of Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Award Presented to the Finance Department

 

Mayor Money displayed the award that the City received. It was noted that this is the 17th year in a row that the City has received the award. He noted the important aspect of finances in the City. ACM Johnson recognized finance staff Sunil Naidu and Kelly Pfost.

 

III.       CITIZEN COMMENT

 

Steve Robbins, 10241 S. 1000 W., said all of the goals of the South Jordan Tennis Association were met except to get an indoor tennis facility built. It is still on their list. He wished Mayor Money well on his new assignment. He thanked the outgoing Council members. He updated the Council on the Board’s activities. They meet 4 times a year. He reviewed their fundraiser and tennis socials. They appreciate the tennis courts and lights. They hold three tournaments each year.

 

Council Member Winger expressed her appreciation to Mr. Robbins.

 

Indra Neelameggham, said she has lived in South Jordan since 1996. The Hindu temple is honored to be the 3rd temple in the City. It was consecrated in 2003. They just completed a $1.2 million cultural center facility. It has a sound system, portable stage, kitchen facilities, and is available for use by anyone. It is a nice performance space. In the last three years, several Indian businesses opened in South Jordan. She noted an annual festival that they hold; they want it to grow into a community event. She thanked the Mayor and City Council.

 

Dennis Webb, Mayor of Holladay, expressed admiration, appreciation, and respect to Mayor Money. He will miss their association, his council, and wisdom.

 

IV.       SUMMARY ACTION CALENDAR

 

A.        Approval of Daybreak Master Sign Design Guidelines for the P-C Zone. Daybreak Development, Applicant.

 

B.        Approval of Prodigy Capital Consulting Group Contract for Consulting Services with Front Runner T.O.D. Area

 

C.        Re-Appoint Beverly Evans to Planning Commission By Council Member Winger and Concurred to By Council Elect Seethaler

 

D.        Approve Resolution R2011-49 Approving and Adopting an Interlocal Agreement Between the City of South Jordan and The Unified Fire Authority for the Delivery and Partial Compensation of Hazardous Material Services

 

Mayor Money asked that item B be pulled from the Summary Action Calendar.

 

City Attorney Wall noted a clarification that needs to be made to the Resolution for item D. He said the payment for Hazmat and bond compensation is coming from Salt Lake County but being funneled through the Unified Fire Authority.

 

Council Member Winger made a motion to approve items A., C., and D. (as amended). Council Member Taylor seconded the motion. Roll call vote. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

V.        SUMMARY ACTION ITEMS HELD OVER

 

B.        Approval of Prodigy Capital Consulting Group Contract for Consulting Services with Front Runner T.O.D. Area

 

Mayor Money said he would like to see them have the contract ready for execution with the developer. He said this doesn’t mean that they are choosing the developer, but they would be getting the expertise and enlightenment from that developer. He said that developer is one of the best developers in the country. He would like to see that developer on board when the clock starts ticking. He said they already have the consultants, City and property owners input. They also need the developer’s input. Mayor Money noted that he was concerned about the March 31st deadline. City Commerce Director Brian Preece said he believes they have such an agreement with the developer. GD Capital is saying the same thing. He doesn’t think changing the deadline date would be a problem.

 

Council Member Winger made a motion to approve item B. on the Summary Action Calendar. Council Member Taylor seconded the motion. Roll call vote. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

VI.       PUBLIC HEARINGS AND POTENTIAL LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEMS

 

A.1.     Public Hearing – Ordinance 2011-17, Text Amendment to revise the requirements of the Residential (RM) Zone Amending Permitted and Conditional Uses, Establishing Standings for Single Family and Multi-Family Residential Development

 

Community Development Director Shaw reviewed the background information on this item. He gave a presentation outlining the text amendment (Attachment A). He said the proposed densities are low enough that apartments could not be build. He said they need to work with UDOT to ensure that they can assemble developable parcels.

 

Mayor Money opened the public hearing.

 

Scott Allen, 858 W. 225 W., Woods Cross, said he works for Eagle Point Financial Group. He said they own a 2.25 acre parcel at approximately 9800 South, just off of Redwood Road. He said they have owned the parcel for several years and have tried to figure out what to put there. He feels this zoning is ideal for a small parcel like theirs. He said they want to have input from the neighbors. He is sure there are several more parcels in the City that would benefit from this zone as well.

 

Lamar Mabey, 10511 Highline Cir., said he has had property for sale since 2007. The only way someone will buy the property is if he gave it to them. This proposal opens up the opportunities for him to sell the property. There are a lot of people looking to downsize; empty nesters that want to stay within South Jordan. Right now, there are not a lot of smaller homes for older couples in South Jordan. This could also help families just trying to get started. He encouraged the City Council to consider this proposal.

 

Steve Young, 1201 Country Ridge Dr., said over the last 30 years, he has done a lot of developing. Over the last 5 years, he has done none. He said he identified 76 parcels that this zone could benefit. They are small properties. This sounds like a proactive way to solve the problem. The market is still good for an empty nester project. He is highly in favor of this proposal.

 

Mayor Money closed the public hearing.

 

A.2.     Potential Action Item – (See VI. A.1.) Ordinance 2011-17

 

Mayor Money said the first issue is coordination and access to the surrounding neighbors. That is one critical part of this new zone. The other is the architectural element. The third thing is the need for a development agreement so once everyone understands what is going to be done on the property; the development agreement solidifies it.

 

Council Member Taylor said these properties are becoming a problem. The City is paying to cut down the weeds. These developments will enhance the area. It also gives an opportunity to work with the surrounding neighbors.

 

Council Member Winger made a motion to approve Ordinance 2011-17. Council Member Butters seconded the motion.

 

The City Council complimented Community Development Director Shaw on his work with this Ordinance.

 

Roll call vote. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

B.1.     Public Hearing – Ordinance 2011-18, Enacting Section 17.130.040 Of Title 17 Pertaining to Farm Animals and Amending and Repealing Portion of Sections 6.08.050, 17.24, 17.28, and Title 17.32 of the South Jordan Municipal Code

 

Planner Schindler reviewed the background information on this item. He noted that the Planning Commission recommended that they not allow animals within 40 ft. of any dwelling. In the past, they have allowed animals to be pastured within 40 ft. of a dwelling. They have had the requirement that housing for farm animals had to be 40 ft. away. If that stipulation passes, all current horse uses would be legal non conforming uses. If a neighbor complains, the existing neighbors always have to prove that they have had their animals there and that is a hardship.

 

Council Member Taylor said they should avoid eliminating animal rights for those that have had them. Senior Planner Schindler said if animals are off the property for more than a year, those rights are voided. It is a burden for the property owners to have to prove that they have had those animals.

 

Planner Schindler noted that horses are currently allowed in R-1.8, A-1 and A-5 zones.

 

Mayor Money opened the public hearing.

 

A prepared handout was submitted by Boris Majnaric to be included in the record. (Attachment B).

 

Melinda Hunsaker, 10646 Single Jack Cir., read a prepared statement (Attachment C).

 

Ted Brinton, 10668 Single Jack Cir., said his family lives next to a manure pile. When the manure dries, the animals roll around in it and it creates a cloud of dust. The 40 ft. rule was in effect for 20 years. Farm animals were taken off ½ acre lots because they don’t want people to have to live next to manure. Their concern is that it is an unhealthy situation. They have a letter from the city stating that animals have to be 40 ft. from the dwelling and 40 ft. from the public street. They have a Salt Lake Board of Heath citation that says the manure had to be cleaned up. He said a ½ acre lot is not a farm. He said the manure pile should be 40 ft. away to be humane, healthy, and civil. It was noted that the problem comes when animals are confined in small spaces. There are situations where the pastures border sidewalks or houses, but the animals are not confined. Mr. Brinton said the manure pile next to him is 1 ½ foot tall and 6 ft. in diameter. They are concerned about health, aesthetics, and home value issues.

 

Mayor Money closed the public hearing.

 

            B.2.     Potential Action Item – (See VI. B.1.) Ordinance 2011-18

 

Council Member Taylor agreed that the problem increases as the space that the horse is kept in gets smaller. Planner Schindler said he is unsure when the 40 ft. rule changed.

 

Mayor Money said the nuisance issue needs to be addressed. That is more critical than the square footage of the property. They need to be able to clean up and properly care for the animals.

 

The City Council had a discussion about the definition of a nuisance and how that is enforced. Council Member Taylor said they shouldn’t take away animal rights because a neighbor complains. There also has to be appropriate standards for the care of the animals. The City Council determined more work is needed on this Ordinance.

 

Council Member Winger made a motion to table Ordinance 2011-18.

 

Mayor Money said they will schedule a work session to discuss it. He also asked for City Attorney Wall to look at the Ordinance.

 

Council Member Johnson said at the heart of this issue is how the nuisance issue is enforced. Animals can work, but they need to make sure that it works for the whole neighborhood.

 

Council Member Taylor seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

C.1.     Public Hearing – Ordinance 2011-19, Enacting Section 12.24 to Regulate Tree Stewardship in South Jordan City. (By Public Works Associate Director Jason Rasmussen)

 

Public Works Associate Director Rasmussen reviewed the background information on this item. He explained the purpose of the Ordinance.

 

Council Member Taylor said there was an issue where all the trees in a particular area had the same blight. With input from the city forester, they could stop things like that. She asked if they were going to be eliminating whole species of trees? Mr. Rasmussen said it hasn’t come to that at this. For the most part, the residents are amenable to the requirements.

 

Mayor Money opened the public hearing. There were no comments. He closed the public hearing.

 

C.2.     Potential Action Item – (See VI. C.1.) Ordinance 2011-19

 

Council Member Butters made a motion to approve Ordinance 2011-19. Council Member Winger seconded the motion. Roll call vote. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

Council Member Taylor said she hopes they will look at this in a year.

 

D.1.     Public Hearing – Resolution R2011-43, Adopting the Economic Development Element of the General Plan. (By City Commerce Director Brian Preece)

 

This item was pulled.

 

            D.2.     Potential Action Item – (See VI. D.1.) Resolution 2011-43

 

This item was pulled.

 

VII.     PUBLIC HEARINGS AND POTENTIAL ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION ITEMS

 

None.

 

VIII.    OTHER BUSINESS

 

A.1.     Tabled Item from the 11-15-2011 City Council Meeting:

Whitmark Development Agreement (R2011-48), Land Use Amendment (R2011-41) From Low Density Residential and Commercial to Medium Density Residential and Rezone Application (2011-08-Z) and Amending the Zoning Map from R-M-4 (Multiple-Family Residential, 4-Units per acre) to R-M-7 (Multiple-Family Residential, 7-Units per acre) on Property Located at 3200 West South Jordan Parkway. (Presented by City Planner Greg Schindler)

 

Planner Schindler reviewed the background information on this item. They can’t require more than a 67 percent vote to change something in the HOA. The agreement calls for an allowance of a maximum of 25 percent of the units to be rentals, but it has to remain with the age restriction of 55 or older.

 

City Attorney Wall said the development agreement is recorded against the land. The conditions imposed stay with the land in perpetuity. There is a 10 year rule for implementation and performance by the developer.

 

Council Member Butters said the development agreement indicates that the agreement will expire 10 years from the date of recordation in the Salt Lake County Recorder’s office. City Attorney said that is for entitlement for the developer. The restrictions run with the land in perpetuity.

 

Council Member Taylor asked what is the process for checking to make sure they are staying under the 25 percent rental allowance? City Attorney Wall said the city has the right to request verification. Dennis Webb, partner in Whitmore Development, said they can give a report to the city on an annual basis, as part of the HOA restrictions. City Attorney Wall said that can be put in the development agreement.

 

They discussed the federal law that says only 80 percent of the residents have to be 55 or older to allow for a younger spouse or caretaker.

 

Council Member Short said he is okay with 10 percent of the units being rented, but not 25. Council Member Winger said her concern is with people being able to get financing. The bank will ask what percent is rented and they won’t get a loan if they are anywhere near 25 percent.

 

Mr. Webb said typically in communities, they like to allow for 33 percent of the units to be rented so they felt 25 percent was appropriate.

 

Dennis Webb and Mark Hapton indicated that it is not their intent to make this a rental project. He said this is a unique model. They explained the age restriction and the availability for the residents to have medical care. They are not marketing rentals, but need flexibility. The concept is to allow people to stay in their home to receive medical care.

 

Council Member Johnson said FHA requires 80 percent of the units to be owner occupied to receive financing. The developers indicated that FHA would not apply to this situation. They feel this development would be a blessing to the community. Because of the age restrictions, there are not rental concerns.

 

The City Council indicated that they are okay with a 20 percent allowance for rentals within the development. Dennis Webb and Mark Hampton agreed to the condition.

 

It was noted that this development could have home health care up through hospice services.

 

A.2.     Potential Action Item – (See VIII. A.1.) Resolution R2011-48 Approving Development Agreement

 

Council Member Winger made a motion to approve Resolution R2011-48, approving the development, as amended based on tonight’s discussion. Council Member Taylor seconded the motion. Roll call vote. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

A.3.     Potential Action Item – (See VIII. A.1.) Resolution R2011-41 Approving Land Use Amendment

 

Council Member Winger made a motion to approve the Land Use Amendment Resolution R2011-41. Council Member Short seconded the motion. Roll call vote. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

A.4.     Potential Action Item – (See VIII. A.1.) Approving Rezone Ordinance 2011-08-Z

 

Council Member Winger made a motion to approve the Rezone Ordinance 2011-08-Z. Council Member Taylor seconded the motion. Roll call vote. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

The City Council took a break.

 

B.1.     Discussion of Potential Vacancy in the Office of the Mayor

 

Mayor Money said he has been called to fulfill an assignment in New Zealand by his employer, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He thanked everyone for filling in for him while he was away. He said he will be resigning as Mayor of South Jordan as of February 1st. He said they need to discuss the process to fill that vacancy. He said he will not be recommending or supporting anyone for this office. He believes that is a decision for the new City Council to make.

 

CM Geilmann reviewed the state statute. He said the City Council must give public notice of the vacancy. The notice must contain the date, time and place of the meeting where the vacancy will be filled. He said there is a specific process for interested persons to submit their names. When the notice is published, it will run for 14 days. Interested persons must be registered voters in the City and have lived in the City for the previous 12 consecutive months. The City Council can take input from interested persons. That would be done in an open meeting. The City Council can go in a closed meeting to discuss the character and professional competency of individual, but the City Council must go back in an open meeting to make the selection. The selection will be made by an official vote. There are no votes in a closed meeting. There is much discretion left to the City Council to set up the process. A closed meeting discussion is an option, not a requirement.

 

Council Elect Newton said if they get a lot of applications, they may not be able to get through all the interviews in one night. Would the process allow time for a second round? They discussed the option of going into a closed meeting to narrow the number down, or holding a second meeting. CM Geilmann said a lot of that will depend on the number of interested persons.

 

CM Geilmann said they are giving notice of the vacancy. Beginning tomorrow, they will start the 14 day time period. Staff is recommending that applications be accepted until December 22nd at noon.

 

Council Member Short made a motion to give notice of the Mayoral vacancy and that the vacancy will be filled on January 3rd, 2012 at 6 p.m. Council Member Taylor seconded the motion. Roll call vote. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

There was some discussion if the date should be extended longer than noon on December 22nd. CM Geilmann reviewed what would be required at the submission, including the declaration of candidacy, a brief resume, and an acknowledgment and signature that they meet all requirements.

 

Council Member Butters made a motion that interested persons submit their names to the Office of the City Recorder of the City of South Jordan beginning no sooner than December 7th and no later than December 22nd at noon, and that applications be made through the declaration of candidacy form filled out in the City Recorder’s Office representative’s presence, with her stamp, and that a resume be attached. Council Member Taylor seconded the motion. Roll call vote. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

CM Geilmann said they are recommending that the press release be posted on the City’s website, in the normal posting locations including the state webpage, and they will run it in the newspaper at least once.

 

Council Member Short made a motion to notice the vacancy in the paper and on the City’s website and in their normal posting locations. Council Member Taylor seconded the motion. Roll call vote. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

Council Member Winger asked what if a new member of the new City Council wants to apply for this position? How should the voting take place? Council Member Taylor said she feels the Mayor should vote on the issue. Council Member Winger said the Mayor doesn’t vote except in the case of a tie.

 

City Attorney Wall said the Mayor would only vote in the case of a tie, unless the City Council determines differently. He said the Mayor can engage in the discussions in the interviewing and in the closed meeting discussion. Council Member Short asked if they should let the Mayor opt out of the discussion, if he would like to.

 

City Attorney Wall said if any of the current City Council, or Council Elect are interested persons for this position, they should not be part of any discussion or voting on this issue.

 

City Attorney Wall recommended that the applicants with the highest number of votes move onto the next round and that continues until the final round when it is narrowed to 2 candidates and then they make a final vote. Mayor Money explained the process when he was picked to serve on the City Council. If you have a lot of applicants, you have to have a process to narrow it down to a manageable number. When they see how many applicants there are, they can make adjustments in the voting if needed as long as the process is reasonable and the voting is open.

 

CM Geilmann said it is their intent to publish the names on the website as interested persons come in so people can see who is on the list. At noon on December 22nd, staff will bundle all of the candidates’ information and send it to the new City Council. At that point, he will give advice on how to proceed. He said they want the process to be transparent and they will give the decision makers all of the information so they can make a decision that is in the best interest of the City. They will make certain that there is nothing inappropriate or unlawful or not in the best interest of the City as part of this process.

 

Council Member Taylor said she feels they should see and hear from each applicant. City Attorney Wall said the law only requires that the final 2 candidates appear before the City Council.

 

There was a discussion if it was appropriate for the Council Members Elect to receive all of the applicants’ information prior to being sworn in as City Council members. City Attorney Wall said they will check into that but he believes that it is all a matter of public record and it should not matter if that information is released.

 

Council Member Taylor asked if that information should be included on the City’s webpage? CM Geilmann said he would like to handle any requests for information under GRAMA, except to the 5 new City Council members. City Attorney Wall concurred and said that is consistent with how the City does business.

 

Former Council Member Brad Marlor explained how the applicants were narrowed down in the past. Council Member Taylor reiterated that they need to hear from the applicants. Council Member Butters said he thinks each interested person should be allotted three minutes. Mayor Money said he is okay with that. Council Elect Barnes said they could extend that timeframe based on questions from Council. Council Elect Newton said they could also consider giving them a questionnaire before the meeting and the Council could look at that as well. Council Member Butters said if they hear from each person and if the City Council has questions, they could ask the applicant at that time.

 

Council Elect Newton said the process will be dependent on the number of applicants. Council Member Short asked if they can call and talk to the applicants individually or should that be done in a public meeting? City Attorney Wall said the more they do as a group and avoid the appearance of favoritism, the better.

 

Mayor Money said if they find that there are extenuating circumstances on January 3rd, it becomes a discussion for the new City Council. They can decide how to narrow the field. If that means that they have to hold another City Council meeting, so be it. CM Geilmann said they can continue the meeting. They just have to make sure that they give appropriate notice. The key is transparency.

 

The City Council discussed the purpose of holding a closed meeting.

 

Ed Fraughton, resident, said the Mayor is an ambassador for the City. He said they could come in a day ahead and interview all of the applicants and give the Council members a chance to think about it. They could then take the applications and narrow it to 6 or 8. Then the discussion on January 3rd would be quick and all done in public. Mayor Money said they could call another meeting to hear the applicants, if needed. CM Geilmann concurred.

 

C.1.     Departing City Council Members Appreciation. (Presentations by Mayor W. Kent Money)

 

Mayor Money expressed his appreciation and love to the outgoing Council Members: Kathie Johnson, Aleta Taylor, and Leona Winger. They have demonstrated a great love, care, passion, and commitment to the City and its residents. He expressed appreciation for their support, especially given this new assignment. He said they will not be forgotten. He said they all have different expertise, but with appreciation for those differences, they came together and did a good job for the City. He said part of the reason that South Jordan is where it is today is because of the collaboration and the unity that they felt as a City Council as they worked together. Staff also played an important role.

 

The outgoing Council Members were presented with a crystal plate.

 

Council Member Taylor said she felt honored to represent South Jordan. She thanked the other members of the City Council.

 

Council Member Winger said they have an unusually great City. She expressed her love and appreciation to all.

 

Council Member Johnson also thanked everyone. She said she enjoyed serving; there is nothing better than to find a resolution to the problem. It has been a joy to see the City grow. She never could have imagined how wonderful it would be right now.

 

Council Member Butters expressed love and appreciation to the outgoing Council members.

 

Council Member Short said he has appreciated working with all of them. They all have different qualities, but they have made the best decisions that they could.

 

IX.       INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND OTHER BUSINESS

 

A.        CALENDARING ITEMS

 

The City Council noted the employee breakfast and the legislative policy meeting. The legislative lunch was rescheduled for January 10th. CM Geilmann said staff would forward them a list of other upcoming calendaring items.

 

B.        COMMENTS FROM MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL

 

Council Member Taylor said regarding the 11400 South project, the city’s engineers have been working very hard to make sure UDOT is keeping to their promises.

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

Council Member Winger made a motion to adjourn. Council Member Taylor seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor.

 

The December 6, 2011 City Council meeting adjourned at 10:09 p.m.

 

This is a true and correct copy of the December 22, 2011 City Council meeting minutes, which were approved on January 3, 2012.

South Jordan City Recorder