Citizens Agenda
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What follows is a staff interpretation of the agendas.
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PROVO MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
Work Meeting Agenda
12:00 pm, Tuesday, April 19, 2022
Work Meetings are designed to be a less formal venue for discussion among Council Members. Generally, no public input is taken during the meeting.
Business
A discussion regarding the combining of the Council Water Conservation and Foothills Protection Committees into one Natural Resources Committee. (22-005)
After review of the Council Committees' mission statements and topic purviews, the Foothills Protection and Water Conservation Committees are recommending combining the committees into one new committee- Natural Resource Committee.
A resolution approving a substantial amendment to the Program Year 2019 Annual Action Plan reprogramming CDBG-CV funds for Covid-19 public health response. (22-038)
In response to the pandemic caused by the spreading of the Coronavirus COVID-19, the federal government provided an economic stimulus package through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), which made available, at the first tranche, $5 billion in supplemental CDBG-CV funding to prevent, prepare for and respond to the coronavirus.
To use the funding, the City is required to amend its PY2019 Annual Action Plan (AAP). A duly noticed public comment period from April 12, to May 17, 2022, is conducted for citizens, partner agencies, and other interested parties to review and comment on the Plan’s proposed amendment. Electronic copies of the Plan are available for public review at the City’s website.
The public hearing on April 19, 2022, will present The Plan (Exhibit A) to the Municipal Council and public in general, show proposed uses to the recommended projects for CDBG-CV funds (Exhibit B), and an opportunity for the Municipal Council to reassess CDBG-CV funding parameters for Small Business Assistance. The public hearing on May 17, 2022, will close the comment period and the Municipal Council may approve the Substantial Amendment to the Plan.
Copies of the PY2022 AAP Draft are available for public review at the Development Services Housing Division’s office and electronically at the City’s website.
A resolution approving the Year Three, Annual Action Plan of the 2020-2024 Five-Year Consolidated Plan. (22-038)
Every year, as Lead Entity for the Utah Valley HOME Consortium, Provo City submits an Annual Action Plan (an update to the Five-Year Consolidated Plan submitted to HUD) outlining the goals, objectives and the proposed use of federal CDBG and HOME resources to address housing, economic development, and community development projects to be undertaken. A public comment period (April 13, 2022 to May 17, 2022) is conducted for citizens, partner agencies, and other interested parties to review and comment on the Plan.
The first public hearing on April 19, 2022 will present the Draft of PY-2022 AAP (Exhibit A) to Council members and the public in general. The second public hearing on May 17, 2022, will close the public comment period and provide the Municipal Council an opportunity to make final funding determinations for the HOME and CDBG programs for Program Year 2022, which begins on July 1, 2022 and ends on June 30, 2023.
Copies of the PY2022 AAP Draft are available for public review at the Development Services Housing Division’s office and electronically at the City’s website.
Policy Items Referred from the Planning Commission
An ordinance amending design standards for the West Gateway Zone. Citywide application. (PLOTA20220010)
The applicant is requesting an ordinance text amendment to remove the existing design standards of the WG zone and replace them with the design standards for the GW and DT zones. The West Gateway zone is generally located between the Center St. interchange on I-15 and 800 W. At 800 W the WG zone transitions into the Gateway zone with different design standards exist. The applicant would like to have these same design standards apply to WG zone in an effort to improve the character to this main entrance into the core of the city. Planning Commission recommended approval.
An ordinance amending the zone map classification of approximately 0.17 acres of real property, generally located at 1029 West 1020 North, from One-Family Residential (R1.8) to Low-Density Residential (LDR). Rivergrove Neighborhood. (PLRZ20220075)
The applicant is requesting a rezone from the existing residential R1.8 zone to the Low Density Residential (LDR) zone to accommodate an accessory apartment within the home. The home would be owner-occupied and have an internal accessory apartment. The lot does not meet size requirements for a duplex to be permitted. The applicant has provided a proposed site plan of the home to be built that shows that there would be compliance with setbacks and parking requirements for the proposed zone. Planning Commission recommended approval.
Business
A presentation regarding the FY2023 Budget- Airport (22-016)
In preparation for the drafting and approval of the FY 2022-2023 budget, each department has been asked to present to the Council. The information presented will inform future budget discussions.
A presentation regarding the FY2023 Budget- Vehicle Fleet (including vehicle replacement) (22-016)
In preparation for the drafting and approval of the FY 2022-2023 budget, each department has been asked to present to the Council. The information presented will inform future budget discussions.
A presentation regarding the FY2023 Budget- Energy (22-016)
In preparation for the drafting and approval of the FY 2022-2023 budget, each department has been asked to present to the Council. The information presented will inform future budget discussions.
A presentation regarding the FY2023 Budget- Library (22-016)
In preparation for the drafting and approval of the FY 2022-2023 budget, each department has been asked to present to the Council. The information presented will inform future budget discussions.
A presentation regarding the FY2023 Budget- Legal (22-016)
In preparation for the drafting and approval of the FY 2022-2023 budget, each department has been asked to present to the Council. The information presented will inform future budget discussions.
A discussion regarding the Council’s budget priorities for FY 2022-2023. (22-037)
The purpose of this discussion is to help set Council policy priorities and how those priorities can be expressed through the budget document. This is a continuation of the discussion from the April 12, 2022, priorities retreat.
As part of the yearly budget process Councilmembers discuss policy issues that would like to pursue. The budget process provides the Council an opportunity to express their policy preference to the Administration and give input into where additional funds could be spent to achieve the Council’s policy objectives.
Closed Meeting
Closed meetings (aka executive meetings) are held without the public present and must meet one of the conditions listed in Utah State Code (§ 52-4-204 and 52-4-205 et. seq.). If a closed meeting is needed, it will be announced at that time.
Adjournment
PROVO MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
Regular Meeting Agenda
5:30 PM, Tuesday, April 19, 2022
Opening Ceremony
Items in this category do not involve legislative action.
Public Comment
Instructions for making public comments at this electronic meeting can be found on the officially published agenda: agendas.provo.org.
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State Law prohibits the Council from acting on items that do not appear on the agenda.
Action Agenda
A resolution consenting to the appointment of individuals to various boards and commissions (22-009)
Mayor Kaufusi has submitted the names of several individuals who she recommends for appointment to various boards and commissions. The Council has been introduced to these individuals after considering the Mayor's recommendations and this resolution is presented for the Council's advice and consent to formalize those appointments. Barta Heiner is being appointed to the Arts Council and Ann Calder is being appointed to the Airport Board.
A resolution approving a substantial amendment to the Program Year 2019 Annual Action Plan reprogramming CDBG-CV funds for Covid-19 public health response. (22-038)
This was item 2 on the work meeting agenda.
A resolution approving the Year Three, Annual Action Plan of the 2020-2024 Five-Year Consolidated Plan. (22-038)
This was item 3 on the work meeting agenda.
A resolution appropriating $10,000 in the Council Office in the General Fund for upgrades to the Council Chambers. The funding source of the appropriation is fund balance in the General Fund. (22-040)
In an effort to maintain the new standard of hybrid public meetings, this appropriation will be used to purchase and install technologies to make the new Council Chambers more adept to streaming and virtual meeting formats.
An ordinance amending Provo City code Chapters 6.15.110 (Conditions on Commercial Entertainment Businesses) and 9.14.120 (Treatment for Addicts - Prohibitions) to bring them into alignment with state law. (22-041)
An organization known as the Second Amendment Foundation has pointed out two places in City code that no longer align with state law regulating possession of firearms. In order to prevent conflict between the City Code and state law, Legal proposes minor wording changes to current ordinances.
A presentation on the Quarterly Financial Report for the 2nd Quarter 2022. (22-021)
Presentation giving a high-level overview of the revenues and expenses of the City for the second quarter of fiscal 2022 ending December 31, 2021.
A resolution appropriating $100,000 in the Mayor’s Office in the General Fund for costs related to the “My Hometown” Initiative. (22-015)
The MyHometown Initiative is a pilot program that was first started in West Valley City and Provo City has now been invited to be the second city to participate. The Initiative is a partnership between the City, Provo’s residents, and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with the purpose of: building camaraderie and strengthen friendships within the neighborhoods; build community leadership and resilience; enhance the education opportunities of the neighbors; bring new life and energy to city neighborhoods by improving the housing and the appearance of the neighborhood; offer opportunities for the community’s families to advance and prosper; and make the neighborhood a place where neighbors will want to invest their time, money, efforts, and desire to stay.
The initiative works by having the City provide leadership, connections, and resources. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints provides a facility and volunteers. Neighbors provide leadership as block captains and promote communication and friendship. Non-profit groups work with us to maximize our joint efforts. Members and leaders of other faiths are invited to participate with us.
The volunteers, working with Provo City, will identify service projects which will include neighborhood cleanup and other revitalization projects like painting, fence repair, sidewalk repair, landscaping, tree removal, etc. The volunteers will also establish a Community Resource Center (CRC). The CRC will be located in a church building which will be used during the week, when not being used for other church activities. The CRC will house a computer lab to be used for classes and tutoring. The specific classes to be offered will be determined by focus groups from the neighborhood and will be based on the needs and desires of the neighbors.
The requested funding will help to establish the Community Resources Center, provide banners and signage, name tags for the volunteers, safety vests, meals for community activities, and to assist with the Days of Service. This funding will be in addition to the in-kind services the City will offer to the success of the initiative (ex. dumpsters, equipment, street cleaning and tree removal).
A public hearing regarding the issuance of up to $10,000,000 of wastewater revenue bonds for construction costs of new and upgraded wastewater treatment plant facilities and the potential economic impact of the project on the private sector (22-033)
In October 2020 the City Council authorized a loan from the State of Utah Department of Environmental Quality Water Quality Board for $75.8 million for construction of the sewer treatment plant. Escalating construction costs have since required scaling back the project to meet budget. Public Works was approached by the State in December 2021 about applying for additional funding to return components that were cut from the project back within the scope. The Water Quality Board approved an additional $10 million 20-year loan with an interest rate of 0.5%, with an additional $5 million in principal forgiveness funding. This information was initially presented to the City Council at the February 15th work session.
A resolution authorizing the issuance of wastewater revenue bonds of Provo City, Utah; Authorizing the execution and delivery of a supplemental indenture and other documents required in connection with the bonds. (22-033)
This is a companion to item 8.
An ordinance amending design standards for the West Gateway Zone. Citywide application. (PLOTA20220010)
This was item 4 on the work meeting agenda.
An ordinance amending the zone map classification of approximately 0.17 acres of real property, generally located at 1029 West 1020 North, from One-Family Residential (R1.8) to Low-Density Residential (LDR). Rivergrove Neighborhood. (PLRZ20220075)
This was item 5 on the work meeting agenda.
Redevelopment Agency of Provo
A resolution amending the By-laws of the Redevelopment Agency of Provo City Corporation regarding Executive Committee Meetings. (22-039)
Currently the RDA By-laws require the Executive Committee to meet once a month. The proposal is to change the meeting requirements to meet quarterly at a minimum or as needed if a meeting is needed prior to the quarterly meeting.
Adjournment
What do those numbers at the ends of the agenda items mean?
Items on the agenda are given a file number by Council staff or Community Development staff to help with tracking the item through the legislative process and to organize the supporting materials.
You may find it helpful in cases where an item may be worded a little differently on different agendas. Matching up that file number helps you see that it is the same issue.
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