Meeting Date: 05/09/2024

Discussed SLCPD recent involvement in response to student protest at the U of U; Chief Brown said the SLCPD responded to a request by U police to assist. This situation is now being reviewed.

Meeting Date: 5/7/2024

Noted vouchers for buying electric lawn mowers, string trimmers or leaf blowers are being offered on lottery basis by SLC Sustainability program, and that E-bike rebates are offered based on income

Meeting Date: 5/14/2024

Heard a revenue update and an overview of the Mayor’s Recommended Budget for Salt Lake City for 2024-25.

Authorized RDA State Street Project Area funds to be used on properties adjacent to the Smith’s Ballpark.

Meeting Date: 5/14/2024

Will hold a public hearing on May 21, 2024 to Consider an Ordinance of General Revision, Amending

Title 19, Chapter 15, Entitled “Accessory Dwelling Units.” See

file:///D:/Users/Owner/Downloads/Chapter19.pdf

Heard Lawrence Horman, an advocate for homeless population on need for a medical clinic along the lines of Fourth Street Clinic, where people living unsheltered may take their companion animals.

Meeting Date: 5/8/2024

Approved negotiated compensation packages for contract and non-contract district employees and negotiated agreements for custodial, transportation and other support staff for 2024-2025 school year.

Meeting Date: 5/8/2024

Reviewed tentative budget proposal prepared by the City administration for coming fiscal year.

Final budget approval is expected by end of June 2024.

Heard Mayor Zoltanski report on US Chamber of Commerce Convention and of Smith's intent to build an ice hockey practice arena for new SLCNHL franchise, which is expected to be built in Sandy.

Meeting Date: 4/20/2024

Discussed ongoing projects and repairs progress, including replacing lead pipes.

Noted comments on change in price of water use and expect they will increase.

Meeting Date: 4/23/2024

Recognized 25+ students for their efforts in the "We the People" competition at a local and state level, which teaches students about their rights and the Constitution.

Approved amended budget and noted a $37+ million increase in funds (grants) from the State to various uses and that they are close to a net zero budget.

Meeting: 4/3/2023

Heard citizen ask Riverton to implement Community Emergency Response Training (CERT).

Heard Fire Authority presentation on important work they do. See https://www.rivertonutah.gov/meetings/index.php

Observer Lori Jones notes if you have the opportunity to attend CERT Training, do so to prepare for emergencies.

Meeting Date: 3/28/2024

Signed the interlocal new agreement for the Unified Police Department. Copperton was first to sign this and Midvale second. Next step is for each city council to sign, and the UPD Board will vote on it.

Meeting Date: 11/7/2023

Held public hearing on Draper City Master Area Plan. See Master Plans | Draper City, UT - Official Website (draperutah.gov).

Meeting Date: 12/5/2023

Heard Central Wasatch Commission Report. See Central Wasatch Commission (utah.gov).

Approved entry into grant agreement with Utah Division of Arts and Museums for FY 2023-24.

Approved entry into an agreement with Salt Lake County for Tier II ZAP Funding.

Meeting: 10/19/2023

Reviewed Fall enrollment, noting SLC is a diverse district with just under 20,000 students, of which 58.9 percent are minorities, 3.3 percent homeless, 54 percent low- income and 28.5 percent non-English speakers. Eighty-four languages are spoken. There was a 2.9 percent decrease in enrolled students from last year. Most students are district residents. Kindergarten enrollments are down; sixth and eighth grade declines will affect next year’s middle and high school numbers.

Discussed “right sizing” classes to meet state-mandated targets, which are higher than average class sizes in district. One board member wondered whether some schools are overstaffed.

Reviewed 2022-2023 Student End-of-Year Testing Data and School Report, which showed pandemic gaps are ongoing and students with disabilities are not on track. Presenters suggested wellness checks over time for kindergarten, third, fifth, eighth, and ninth grades for literacy, math; attendance, grade point average, and effective student behavior.

Voted for additional 30 minutes for public comment.

Heard from the district superintendent who has been in her role for 100 days. She thanked everybody for support. She has met with many stakeholders. Her goal is for the district to be the State’s flagship district. She praised district teachers and noted deep community support. Challenge is atomized schools that work independently rather than collaboratively to solve problems. District has large variety in models and programs that are counter-productive to shared solutions. Special education needs more resources. Another area of concern is inclusivity. Bullying and racism needs to be stopped. District is implementing reading initiative for next five years, implementing social-emotional learning, a strategic plan, and career and college pathways.

Meeting Date: 9/5/2023

Heard public comment concern over rezoning for a resort/hotel Parks & Rec they are promoting within and not outsourcing

Approved resolutions for Memo of Understanding (MOU) between WVC and Utah Department of Public Safety; MOU between WVC and Federal Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to join the Joint ATF Task Force; and MOU between WVC and FBI to join Violent Crimes Task Force

Authorized purchase of Public Works Fleet Vehicles, Works Fleet Trucks, and a Bucket Truck for use by the Public Works Department

Considered Application filed by Ken Milne, requesting final plat approval for the 4700 South Industrial Subdivision located at 6180 W 4700 South

Authorized City to enter Into a Right of Way Purchase Agreement and a temporary construction easement with and from West Valley School Development II, LLC for property located at 5988 West Parkway Boulevard

Accepted Quit Claim Deed from Questar Gas Company for Property located at 3695 W 2100 S

Authorized City to approve a delay agreement with Arcadia Properties LLC to Delay Certain Improvement at 6087 W Parkway Drive

Ratified appointment of Allen Hatch as Admin Appeals Board member

Meeting Date: 8/19/2023

Noted Murray residents will be surveyed on boundary alignment and school closure.

Reported on Positive Behavior Support Plans’ highlights. In general, elementary schools’ use of Wellness Centers and school-wide incentive systems was successful. Lack of parent involvement is a challenge. Junior High challenge was unkind behavior and High School challenges were attendance, substance abuse and improving mental health. Will introduce plans for current year at October meeting.

Reported school attendance is still recovering post-pandemic. Murray High School and Parkside Elementary are the two schools struggling the most.

Noted Murray School District is about in the middle of all state school districts in chronic absenteeism. By 2028, MCSD wants to be back at 90% of kids regularly attending school with the goal of increasing of about 4% per year. Superintendent stressed need for teachers to add value to students coming to school and to let students know they are seen and heard and missed and to emphasize in-person relationship with students. Board members expressed concern that some parents may think students can do everything on the computer.

Reported on Parent/Family Engagement Policy to include all parents, including those who don’t speak English. A model policy was provided and compared to existing MCSD policy, which indicated that much of the policy was in place and MCSD already has many tools. The policy part that does not allow family members under 18 to provide translation was major point of discussion. This portion will be looked at to ensure MCSD compliance.

Noted for Early Literacy Plan, district receives money for this, so goals created were pre-approved by state board and required MCSD approval. Rules were suspended for multiple readings to ensure that plan was approved by the September deadline.

Reported on District’s Special Education policy, which needs to be updated for federal law compliance. A few noteworthy policy items:

• Was changed to include up to age eight instead of seven for early intervention as early intervention has helped participants succeed in a general education environment.

• Requires plan development for adult life with student at age 14.

• Notifies parents when student is age 17 that student will be age of majority at 18 and will have rights transferred to them unless parents successfully petition for guardianship.

• Requires MCSD to do evaluation of home schooled and private school students in district.

Posted: August 1, 2023

Heard presentation by Thriving in Place on SLC's Anti-Displacement Strategy (https://www.thrivinginplaceslc.org/draft-strategy) to be approved by SLC Council.

Noted Human Rights Day is, December 2, at Gallivan Center

Observer Nancy Cantor suggests people consider sending any nominations for Human Rights Awards to Michelle Mooney at 385-707-6514.

Meeting Date: 4/11/2023

Heard from Superintendent Dr. Rich K. Nye, who expressed concern that funding was not approved by the Utah Legislature to enhance school safety and security. He also identified that Granite is the only school district with its own police force.

Asked the superintendent to clarify district policy regarding House Bill 374, which addresses the process for removing books from school libraries. Reviewed the 11-page policy for book/novel review and selection and the subsequent appeal process. Heard a citizen comment against three books. The citizen asked the board to reject the books, saying he does not trust the Taylorsville High School Community Council because it “rubber stamps” whatever the English teacher says. The board then voted 5 to 1 to approve the three books, with one abstention.

Meeting Date: 3/22/2023

Discussed potential flooding. They are not too worried, but do have sand bags if needed.

Shared that the victim advocates department is growing and being used much more often.

Announced a new ballot box to be placed at Ronwood Park (5985 West 8600 South). The area is well lit and at a busy park. They are going to try to get another ballot box before the next elections.

Meeting Date: 2/27/2023

Approved taking over two neighborhood parks from SL County (Woodstock Meadows (1060 E. Hyland Lake Drive) and Riverview Park (5840 S. 700 West))