I'm here to address your questions and concerns. Most importantly, I'm here to listen.
Useful links to City services like street repair, sidewalk patching, and the fiber installation issues hotlines are listed at the end of this newsletter.
As always, comments and feedback are welcome, so feel free to contact me anytime!
At Tuesday's meeting, the Council received:
a follow-up briefing about an ordinance pertaining to the regulation of inland port uses
an update about major projects from the Public Utilities Department
a briefing from the County Center for the Arts about the Eccles Theater Site operating budget
a briefing about adjustments to the City's budgets
a briefing about an ordinance that would amend how permits are issued for individuals who solicit or sell products or services face-to-face
a follow-up briefing about a proposal that would amend the City's process for evaluating surplus property to advance additional affordable housing objectives
a briefing about an ordinance that would allow for additional signage options in the Open Space Zoning District
The Council also passed an Ordinance regarding the limitations on the sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits at Commercial Animal Establishments.
On Tuesday, November 20, the Board of Canvassers will meet at 4:00 p.m. inRoom 326 of the City and County Building. The Council will meet to declare the official results of the November 6, 2018 Municipal General Election. There will not be an opportunity for the public to comment. For the meeting agenda, click here.
The Council encourages you to attend its next meeting! Council Meetings generally consist of a:
Redevelopment Agency (RDA) Meeting Room 326, 2:00 p.m., during which the Council, acting as the RDA Board, works with communities to implement Salt Lake City's master plan to create vital housing opportunities, improve infrastructure, and participate in the economic development of the city.
City Council Work Session Room 326, immediatley following RDA, during which the Council receives information and discusses items relating to City business prior to adopting into law, and a
Formal City Council Meeting Room 315, 7:00 p.m., during which the Council takes action to adopt proposals into law and provides opportunity for public comment.
If you need assistance with raccoon abatement, contact the Urban Wildlife Assistance Program at 385-419-3405. For assistance with dead raccoons, contact SL County Animal Services at 385-468-7387.
Help your community by becoming an Energy Ambassador! Utah Clean Energy is currently looking for individuals who want to improve community health by cutting down pollution that comes from energy use in homes. Please direct any questions to Shelby Stults at 801-903-2027.
Give to your community this holiday season by donating to The Rescue Mission. Click here to see a list of what supplies they are asking for.
Community Coat Exchange
On Friday, November 23 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., the Community Coat Exchange is holding its annual event at Pioneer Park where individuals can either donate or receive a coat.
This Is The Place Heritage Park is hosting the Christkindlmarkt, a German-style holiday festival, where the community can enjoy parades, shop for traditional German gifts, and eat delicious food. This event starts on Wednesday, November 28 and ends on Saturday, December 1 (hours: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.)
