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2/23/2024 - PARLEYS MINE UPDATE; STATE OF THE CITY & COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS; WINTER SAFETY TIPS; etc. View this email in your browser Image courtesy of SaveParleys, Announcements Public Meetings City Council Mon., 2/26/24 Work Meeting 5pm Regular Meeting 7pm City Hall, 2nd floor 1330 E Chambers Ave Planning Commission NEWS Parleys Mine Update MILLCREEK. Thank you to everyone who responded to our call for public opposition to the mining bills (HB 502 and SB 172). Working behind the scenes, we lobbied and worked with the sponsor of the house bill, Rep. Casey Snider (Cache County). He agreed to substitute his bill to one that refers the issue of the need for gravel aggregate, as well as the preferred places to obtain it, to interim study and a report from a committee. ---PAGE BREAK--- Wed., 2/28/24, 5pm City Hall, 2nd Floor 1330 E Chambers Ave Agendas below The committee will include representation from the League of Cities and Towns, two individual cities, counties, and metropolitan planning organizations (Wasatch Front Regional Council/WFRC), as well as the gravel industry. This is a better outcome, although the prospect of a mine up Parleys Canyon is likely to still be with us in the future. Millcreek will seek representation on this committee as a municipality, or because of his experience as an officer of both, Mayor Silvestrini could represent either the League or the WFRC, both of which have designated seats on the study group). SB 172 was withdrawn from its committee in the Senate late Thursday night, presumably because its sponsor, Sen. Curtis Bramble (Utah County), realized that the bill did not have the votes to get passed out of committee. This bill is likely dead for this session. Millcreek is thankful for the efforts of our partners the League of Cities and Towns, the Association of Counties, Salt Lake County, Draper Mayor Troy Walker, and many other organizations and individuals who contacted legislators from all around our state to voice concerns about these bills. Mayor Silvestrini and Councilmember Cheri Jackson both worked diligently to defeat these bills. We will monitor the study committee and seek to have input concerning what a terrible idea it would be to site a large gravel mine so close to Millcreek in Parleys Canyon, where its dust would foul our air and it would consume massive water resources needed elsewhere. ---PAGE BREAK--- State of the City Address and Community Champion Awards MILLCREEK. Mayor Jeff Silvestrini will deliver his State of the City Address at Millcreek City Hall on Monday, February 26th at 7:00 p.m. Mayor Silvestrini and the City Council also will be presenting Millcreek’s second annual Community Champion Awards. A reception with light refreshments will be held at 6:30 p.m. The Community Champion Awards will be presented to the five outstanding and deserving community members listed in the invitation below. Each has contributed to the success of our city. Pictures and accolades will be included in next week's newsletter. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Advanced Notice of the Environmental Assessment (EA) and Draft Section 4(f) Evaluation for the Upper Mill Creek Canyon Road Improvement Project The EA will be open for review and comment for 30 days, beginning in early March, 2024. Please watch this space for a link to the document to review. For more background information on the Upper Mill Creek Canyon Road Improvement Project, a Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) Project go to ---PAGE BREAK--- Desolation Trail, Millcreek Canyon. Photo courtesy of US Forest Service. Winter Recreation Safety Tips A Message from the US Forest Service As winter conditions become more dangerous, it is important for visitors to recreate safely. Forest Service employees take every opportunity to share winter safety tips with visitors. Rachel Blumhardt works for the Salt Lake Ranger District and shares safety messages with visitors daily. When asked about specific safety messages, she said, “Before you recreate in the cold you will need to look at the avalanche forecast given out by the Utah avalanche center each morning.” She also recommends bringing snacks, water, and dressing in several layers of clothes including hats and gloves. She also reminds visitors that it gets dark earlier in the winter, and after the sun goes down it gets very cold, very fast. She recommends beginning winter recreation activities earlier in the day, to allow for time to leave before the sun goes down. When it comes to recreating with animals, visitors should be aware of restrictions in Millcreek Canyon and Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons. Animals are prohibited for protection of critical watershed. Visitors should also be aware of trails that are snow-packed and icy and take extra precautions. More Winter Safety Tips ---PAGE BREAK--- TOMORROW THE SATURDAY MARKET WITH LOCAL FOOD & CRAFT ARTISANS 11 AM - 3:00 PM Until March 16 The Saturday Market returns in conjunction with the Art Market at Millcreek’s Public Market. This weekly market is a roster of food and craft artisans selling local products. ---PAGE BREAK--- Come hungry and try some of the amazing new products launching at the Market. SUNDAY TUESDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- THURSDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Ice Skating Showcase At Millcreek Common There are only three ice skating showcases left, so don't miss your chance witness these incredible live performances! Below is the schedule for the remaining showcases: February 29, 6:30 PM - Skate Loop Ice Troupe March 6, 6:30 PM - Adults Skate Too! March 15, 7:45 PM - Ice Theatre of Utah All performances are free and everyone is invited! Join Us for Read Across America Day Volunteer to Help a Moss Elementary School Student Read Grab a donut and help students find books to take home! ---PAGE BREAK--- Children proficient in reading by the end of third grade are more likely to achieve higher educational outcomes. Volunteers will help students pick out a book and read with students who do not have an adult with them. SAVE THE DATE Help a Moss Elementary School Student Read—SIGN UP HERE ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Getting Visual at the Library The Millcreek Arts Council and Salt Lake County Library Millcreek Branch start March with a new exhibit at the Library at 2266 Evergreen Ave. The artwork of Kandyce Galanis will be displayed throughout the month of March. A reception will be held at the library from 6- 6:45 PM on March 1st, WHICH IS NEXT FRIDAY. Please join us for light refreshments and musical accompaniment by Tyler Kandyce Galanis is a Millcreek resident living in Mount Olympus Cove with her husband, Ian, and their two sons Louis and Junah. Kandyce was born and raised in the area and found herself back in Utah after college, enjoying the creativity that is always on the move here. Her style has been described as "bold" and "playful" with its use of maximal vivid color and contrast. The artwork can be anywhere from representational to abstract yet the language of marks remains consistent throughout. Kandyce received her BFA in Graphic Design from the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence and has since created a personal art practice working in painting, collage, photography, and sculpture. Kandyce is often found in nature documenting the ever-changing environment as the seasons come and go. Her painted and drawn landscapes are ultimately from her imagination but are rooted in a rich catalog of images from time spent looking deeply at the world. Her hope is that the artwork is experienced with the same moment of simple wonder that she feels while out discovering plants, leaves, rocks, and sky. Kandyce is greatly pleased that her art will be viewed by all the young people who pass through the library doors. She says, "Art is a beautiful way to connect to ourselves and our community." The pieces on display this month are a simple celebration of using her time to create. ---PAGE BREAK--- Tyler is a guitarist/singer/songwriter from Salt Lake City Utah. With an upbringing of playing the Blues performing at venues such as The Utah Blues Festival, Tyler has a deep connection and inspiration from past Blues legends. He began writing music in 2019 after a heartbreak and continues to create new music. MILLCREEK IN THE NEWS Millcreek Common Sunday Bazaar is featured on ABC4 Good Things Utah. Come visit, this is a great chance to Shop Local. Watch the segment HERE. Meetings with the Mayor Fridays from 2-4pm have been set aside for citizens to meet with Mayor Jeff Silvestrini. Call [PHONE REDACTED] to schedule a slot. ---PAGE BREAK--- VISIT us at Click here to subscribe to this weekly newsletter Millcreek City Council & Community Reinvestment Agency Meeting Agenda Public Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Millcreek will assemble in a public work meeting and regular meeting on Monday, 26 February 2024 at City Hall, 1330 E. Chambers Avenue, Millcreek, Utah 84106, commencing at 5:00 p.m. for the work meeting and 7:00 p.m. for the regular meeting. The Community Reinvestment Agency of Millcreek will also assemble in a special public meeting and will commence when the City Council has recessed or concluded the Council meeting. Documents: CC AND CRA 2-26-24 AGENDA.PDF WM ITEM 3 PROMISE QUARTERLY REPORT_FEB24.PDF WM ITEM 4 COMMERCIAL ZONE UPDATE.PDF WM ITEM 4 STAFF REPORT - CITY COUNCIL - FIRST READING - ZT-23-012 COMMERCIAL.PDF WM ITEM 6 CODE UPDATE.PDF WM ITEM 6 RM V8 STAFF REPORT FIRST READ ZT-23-015 RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE RM.PDF ITEM 2.1 ORD 24-05 REZONING PROPERTY AT 1190 E BONNER WAY TO R-1-5.PDF ITEM 2.1 ZM-23-008 _ COUNCIL_STAFF REPORT.PDF ITEM 3.2 ORD 24-06 - FY 2023-24 BUDGET AMENDMENT 2.PDF ITEM 3.2 GENERAL FUND BUDGET AMENDMENTS 02-26-2024.PDF ITEM 4.1 ORD 24-07 AMENDING TITLE 17.PDF ITEM 4.2 ORD 24-08 AMENDING TITLE 5 AND EXTENDING THE STR MORATORIUM.PDF ITEM 5.5 CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 2024.PDF CC AND CRA 2-26-24 PACKET.PDF 5:00 p.m. – WORK MEETING: 1. Chief Mazuran, UPD Update 2. Discussion on UPD Interlocal Agreement 3. Promise Program Quarterly Report, Kayla Mayers 4. Community Life Proposed 2024-2025 Event Schedule, Aimee McConkie 5. Discussion of ZT-23-012; Commercial Zone Update, Brad Sanderson 6. Discussion of ZT-23-015; Adopting a new Residential Mixed-Use (RM) Zone, Brad Sanderson 7. Staff Reports 8. Discussion of Agenda Items, Correspondence, and/or Future Agenda Items 6:30 p.m. - RECEPTION 7:00 p.m. - REGULAR MEETING: 1. Welcome, Introduction and Preliminary Matters 1.1 Pledge of Allegiance 1.2 State of the City Address; Mayor Jeff Silvestrini ---PAGE BREAK--- 1.3 Community Champion Awards; Quentin Wells, Coach Robert Brough, Jim and Traci Nelson, Kumar Shah, Dr. Hamid Adib 1.4 Unified Police Department Millcreek Precinct Officer of the Month for January 2024 1.5 Public Comment - Audience members may bring any item to the Council's attention. Comments are subject to the Public Comment and Policy set forth below. State Law prohibits the Council from acting on items that do not appear on the agenda. 2. Planning Matters 2.1 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 24-05, Rezoning Property at 1190 E Bonner Way to the R-1-5 Zone 3. Financial Matters 3.1 Public Hearing to Consider Opening and Amending the 2024 Budget. 3.2 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 24-06, Amending the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget 4. Business Matters 4.1 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 24-07, Amending Title 17 Chapter 22 of the Millcreek Code of Ordinances with Respect to Illicit Discharges 4.2 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 24-08, Notifying the Public of an Ordinance That Would Extend the Ban on the Issuance of New Short Term Rental Licenses Until April 1, 2024, and an Amendment to Millcreek Code of Ordinances Chapter 5.19 Short-Term Rentals 5. Reports 5.1 Mayor’s Report 5.2 City Council Member Reports 5.3 Treasurer’s Report 5.4 Staff Reports 5.5 Unified Police Department Report 6. New Items for Subsequent Consideration 7. Calendar of Upcoming Meetings Mt. Olympus Community Council Mtg., 3/4/24, 6:00 p.m. Millcreek Community Council Mtg., 3/5/24, 6:30 p.m. Canyon Rim Citizens Association Mtg, 3/6/24, 6:30 p.m. East Mill Creek Community Council Mtg., 3/7/24, 7:00 p.m. City Council Mtg. 3/11/24 7:00 p.m. 8. Closed Session (If Needed) - The Council may convene in a closed session to discuss items as provided by Utah Code Ann. §52-4-205. 9. Adjournment Community Reinvestment Agency Convening ---PAGE BREAK--- 1. Public Hearing to Consider Opening and Amending the CRA 2024 Budget 2. Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 24-11, Amending the Community Reinvestment Agency (CRA) Annual Budget for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2023, and Ending June 30, 2024 3. Adjournment In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Millcreek will make reasonable accommodation for participation in the meeting. Individuals may request assistance by contacting the ADA Coordinator, 801- 214-2751 or [EMAIL REDACTED], at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. Public Comment Policy and Procedure: The purpose of public comment is to allow citizens to address items on the agenda. Citizens requesting to address the Council may be asked to complete a written comment form and present it to the City Recorder. In general, the Chair will allow an individual two minutes to address the Council. A spokesperson, recognized as representing a group in attendance, may be allowed up to five minutes. At the conclusion of the citizen comment time, the Chair may direct staff to assist the citizen on the issue presented; direct the citizen to the proper administrative department(s); or take no action. This policy also applies to all public hearings. Citizens may also submit written requests (outlining their issue) for an item to be considered at a future council meeting. The Chair may place the item on the agenda under citizen comments; direct staff to assist the citizen; direct the citizen to the proper administrative departments; or take no action. Public comment can be submitted via the City’s website at: The meetings will be live streamed via the City’s website at: Stream. The Council may convene in an electronic meeting. Council members may participate from remote locations and may be connected to the electronic meeting by GoToMeeting, Zoom, or telephonic communications. The anchor location will be City Hall. THE UNDERSIGNED DULY APPOINTED RECORDER FOR THE MUNICIPALITY OF MILLCREEK HEREBY CERTIFIES THAT A COPY OF THE FOREGOING NOTICE WAS EMAILED OR POSTED TO: City Hall; City Website Utah Public Notice Website http://pmn.utah.gov; Those Listed on the Agenda DATE: February 22, 2024 DEPUTY RECORDER: Alexander Wendt Agenda items may be moved in order, sequence, and time to meet the needs of the Council. Millcreek Planning Commission Special Meeting Agenda Public Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of Millcreek will assemble in a special public meeting on Wednesday, 28 February 2024 at City Hall, 1330 E. Chambers Avenue, Millcreek, Utah 84106, commencing at 5:00 p.m. Documents: PC SPECIAL MTG 2-28-24 AGENDA.PDF PC 2-28-24 PACKET.PDF ZT-23-011 STAFF REPORT.PDF ZT-23-016 STAFF REPORT.PDF PC 12-20-23 DRAFT MINUTES.PDF ---PAGE BREAK--- 5:00 p.m. – Regular Meeting 1. Public Hearings 1.1 Consideration of ZT-23-011, repealing and replacing the existing ‘Foothills and Canyons Overlay Zone (FCOZ)’ MKZ 19.72, and adopting a new ‘Sensitive Lands Ordinance’. 1.2 Consideration of ZT-23-016, amending the existing Sign Code, MKZ 19.82, to update standards. 2. Commission Business 2.1 Updates from the Planning and Zoning Director 2.2 Approval of December 20, 2023, Meeting Minutes 3. Calendar of Upcoming Meetings City Council, March 11, 2024 Historic Preservation Commission, March 14, 2024 Planning Commission March 20, 2024 4. Adjournment The Planning Commission public meeting is a public forum where the Planning Commission receives comment from applicants, the public, applicable agencies and staff regarding land use applications and other items on the Commission’s agenda. In addition, it is where the Planning Commission takes action on these items. Actions may include: approval, approval with conditions, denial of legislative items, continuance, or recommendation to other bodies as applicable. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Millcreek will make reasonable accommodation for participation in the meeting. Individuals may request assistance by contacting the ADA Coordinator, 801- 214-2751 or [EMAIL REDACTED], at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. The meetings will be live streamed via the City’s website at: Stream. Public comment can be submitted before or during the meeting via the City’s website at: The Commission may convene in an electronic meeting. Commissioners may participate from remote locations and may be connected to the electronic meeting by GoToMeeting, Zoom, or telephonic communications. The anchor location will be City Hall. THE UNDERSIGNED DULY APPOINTED RECORDER FOR THE MUNICIPALITY OF MILLCREEK HEREBY CERTIFIES THAT A COPY OF THE FOREGOING NOTICE WAS EMAILED OR POSTED TO: City Hall; City Website Utah Public Notice Website http://pmn.utah.gov; Those Listed on the Agenda DATE: February 22, 2024 DEPUTY RECORDER: Alexander Wendt Agenda items may be moved in order, sequence, and time to meet the needs of the Planning Commission. ---PAGE BREAK--- Copyright © 2024 Millcreek, All rights reserved. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list Click here to subscribe to this weekly newsletter Forward Share Tweet