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2-25-22; REDISTRICTING MAPS; MILKWEED SEEDS; WASATCH BLVD ENVISIONING; ARTS COUNCIL; etc. View this email in your browser Population changes since incorporation have given voters in District 1 less say in what happens in Millcreek. Redistricting to correct that imbalance is underway. We want your input. Announcements Public Meetings City Council Mon., 2/28/22 Work Session 5:45 pm Regular Session 7 pm City Hall, 3330 S 1300 E Join virtually HERE Millcreek Community Council Tues., 3/1/22, 6:30 pm City Hall, 3330 S 1300 E NEWS City Council Re-Districting Process Underway A Message from Mayor Silvestrini When Millcreek voted to incorporate, we chose a form of government where we elect four City Council members from districts throughout the City, and a Mayor at-large. District boundaries, shown above, were drawn based on 2010 United States Census figures. Recent census numbers show that Millcreek's population has grown by 2% since 2010. We now have 63,380 residents. Most of that growth occurred west of Highland Drive. ---PAGE BREAK--- Join virtually HERE Canyon Rim Citizens Association Wed., 3/2/22, 7 pm For virtual meeting info, contact Robert Peterson, Chair, at [EMAIL REDACTED] East Mill Creek Community Council Thurs., 3/3/22, 6:30 pm Join virtually HERE After each U.S. Census, state governments, municipalities, and other public entities are required by law to adjust the district boundaries for their elected offices to ensure that each district has roughly the same amount of people in it. As you probably know, this nationwide redistricting effort has been in the news lately. Recently, the Utah Legislature approved new Congressional districts that give Millcreek the distinction of being the only city in Utah to have four members of Congress. State law requires that the City Council adopt new district boundaries within six months after the legislature completes its redistricting process. The Utah Independent Redistricting Commission (UIRC) has issued the following guidelines to assist cities through this process: When drawing districts, the official population numbers from the 2020 census must be used. Districts must be contiguous and reasonably compact. Districts must follow natural boundaries such as streets and rivers. Districts must be drawn to create four districts. Districts must be as nearly equal as practical, with a deviation no greater than 4.0 percent. Current elected officials stay located in their designated district. Millcreek is not formally regulated by the UIRC, but Millcreek City Code states that "The city is divided into four districts of substantially equal population, as shown on the map and district boundary descriptions on file in the city, and which are designated Districts 1, 2, 3, and Although we hear stories across the country of voters feeling disenfranchised through a redistricting process they had little control over, the City Council and I believe that voters should choose their representatives, and not the other way around. We want to make sure that you have an opportunity to weigh in the potential changes to Millcreek’s Council districts before the City Council adopts a new district map on May 9, 2022. ---PAGE BREAK--- The proposed changes we ask that you review are a response to growth that has happened in Millcreek in the last ten years. Because most of the growth is occurring in the western part of our City, Districts 1 and 2 will have to be smaller in geographical area than they have been up to now in order to equalize the population in each district. We asked city staff to prepare redistricting maps for you to review, using the guidance from the Utah Independent Redistricting Commission. The maps divide population roughly equally and are proposed as a starting point for our community discussion. They can be modified but the goal is to implement best practices of nearly equal populations, logical and understandable boundaries and hopefully keeping incumbent council members representing as many of the people who elected them as possible. PROPOSAL NUMBER 1 * * * PROPOSAL NUMBER 2 ---PAGE BREAK--- * * * PROPOSAL NUMBER 3 This is your opportunity to let us know how you want your new City Council district boundaries to look like for the next ten years. Please review these maps, take a look at the Redistricting Interactive Story Map, and click here or use the QR code below to get back to us with your comments. You can also contact any City Council member or me, and/or attend any of the meetings ---PAGE BREAK--- listed below to provide your input before the Council adopts a final map at its May 9th meeting. — Mayor Jeff Silvestrini IMPORTANT MEETING DATES There are several opportunities to give your comments in person (or virtually) at upcoming meetings Monday, April 4th, 2022 – 6:00 pm Mount Olympus Community Council - Churchill Junior High School or Online Tuesday, April 5th, 2022 - 6:30 pm Millcreek Community Council – Millcreek City Hall or Online Wednesday, April 6th, 2022 – 7:00 pm Canyon Rim Citizens Association – Wednesday, April 6, 2022 – 7:00 pm – Online Thursday, April 7th, 2022 – 6:30 pm East Mill Creek City Council – Millcreek City Hall or Online Monday, April 11th, 2022 at 7:00 pm Public Hearing - Millcreek City Hall Monday, May 9th, 2022 at 7:00 pm City Council Meeting for Final Adoption - Millcreek City Hall FIND MORE REDISTRICTING INFORMATION Scan this QR code and take a look at the Redistricting Interactive Story Map. SEND US YOUR COMMENTS ---PAGE BREAK--- Scan this QR code to give your feedback on the proposals presented here or your ideas for another way to redistrict the Millcreek city council districts. Milkweed Seeds Available Millcreek is a Monarch City, help support Monarch butterflies by planting milkweed MILLCREEK. The City has had many requests for milkweed seeds and we now have a supply at City Hall (3330 S 1300 It is a little late to put the seeds directly in the ground, but it isn't too late to help out the Monarch butterflies this year. The seeds have to go through a cold stratification process before planting, but it isn't hard to do and instructions will be supplied with your seeds. Although Monarch butterflies feed on many nectar-producing plants, Monarch caterpillars feed exclusively on the leaves of milkweed. That makes these plants critical to the survival of the species. If you are interested in helping out the Monarch butterflies by planting milkweed, stop in to City Hall (3330 S 1300 E) anytime during business hours, 8-5, and pick up your seeds. Redistricting Information Can be Found on the City Website HERE ---PAGE BREAK--- Attend an Open House and help guide the future of Wasatch Boulevard in Millcreek MILLCREEK. In collaboration with Holladay and the Wasatch Front Regional Council, Millcreek is conducting a corridor study of Wasatch Boulevard from 3300 South to 6200 South. The cities will be holding a drop-in public workshop on March 21st from 5:30- 7:00pm at Holladay City Hall to share concepts for improving traffic, safety, biking, walking, and transit along Wasatch Boulevard. Staff from both cities as well as project team members will be available to present concepts for enhancing the corridor, answer questions, and hear your input on priorities and improvements to this important area. Whether you live, work, recreate, or commute along Wasatch Boulevard, we want to hear from you. For more information and updates on this planning process, visit the Wasatch Boulevard Study website. ---PAGE BREAK--- The Millcreek Arts Council is always looking for artists, volunteers, and leaders within the community who are looking for ways to support the arts. If you would be interested in helping us run events, start a committee and expand our reach- please reach out to us at [EMAIL REDACTED]. The Arts Council meets virtually on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm via Zoom. Zoom Meeting ID: 913-2311-0125, Passcode: mac2021 You can access the agenda beforehand by subscribing to our mailing list, found on the Arts Council website. ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Pet Encounters Message from Animal Services You’re on a walk in the neighborhood with your dog, and they unexpectedly bite someone walking by. Or vice versa, you get bit by a dog walking by, what do you do? First, stay calm. Call Dispatch at [PHONE REDACTED], and an Animal Control Officer will come help you both. If you’re both in a rush, exchange information so you can get in touch with the other person. Second, remain civil. This is a very upsetting situation for both sides, the bite victim and the pet owner. Why do I have to report the bite? There are two reasons why bite reports must be filed. The first is rabies control. Our local public health authorities need to investigate if rabies could have been transmitted to the victim. Secondly, the health authorities track the data and trends in animal bites to people within the community. If my pet bites me, do I still have to report it? Yes, ALL BITES that break the skin must be reported. If you have any other questions about Animal Control issues, please email [EMAIL REDACTED]. ---PAGE BREAK--- Pick Up Your Free KN95 Masks at City Hall Free KN95 masks are available for pickup at City Hall (3330 S 1300 We are open Monday-Friday, 8AM - 5PM. HOW IS COVID IMPACTING MILLCREEK? Case counts through 2/15/2022 Millcreek (surrounding cities) cumulative and current cases by zip code: 84106: 8,138 total cases (120 current cases) 84107: 9,546 total cases (105 current cases) 84109: 5,714 total cases (76 current cases) 84117: 5,973 total cases (82 current cases) 84123: 10,177 total cases (96 current cases) 84124: 5,053 total cases (76 current cases) TOTAL: 44,601 (increase of 238 since 2/18/2022, our last reported data). Meetings with the Mayor Fridays from 2-4pm have been set aside for citizens to meet with Mayor Silvestrini ---PAGE BREAK--- (virtually for now). Please call [PHONE REDACTED] to schedule a slot. VISIT us at Click here to subscribe to this weekly newsletter Millcreek City Council 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, 28 February 2022 at City Hall, 3330 S. 1300 Millcreek, Utah 84106, commencing at 5:45 p.m. for the work meeting and 7:00 p.m. for the regular meeting. 5:45 p.m. – WORK MEETING: 1. LocalLink Project Final Report; Lynn Jacobson, SLC Project Manager and Company 2. First Step House Update Presentation; Shawn McMillen, Executive Director 3. Ranked Choice Voting Presentation; Kelleen Potter, Utah Ranked Choice Voting 4. Staff Reports 5. Discussion of Agenda Items, Correspondence, and/or Future Agenda Items Documents: ITEM 2.1 _ STAFF REPORT.PDF ITEM 2.2 _ ORDINANCE 22-09 PUE VACATION.PDF ITEM 3.1 _ RESOLUTION 22-05 AMENDED EPG AGREEMENT.PDF ITEM 3.2 _ RESOLUTION 22-06 SLCO INTERLOCAL PARK SERVICES.PDF 7:00 p.m. - REGULAR MEETING: 1. Welcome, Introduction and Preliminary Matters 1.1 Pledge of Allegiance 1.2 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. 1.3 Unified Police Department Millcreek Precinct Officer of the Month for January 2022 – Officer Preston Allred 2. Planning Matters 2.1 Public Hearing on Vacating a 10-Foot-Wide Public Utility Easement at Approximately 3675 S. Craig Circle 2.2 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 22-09, Vacating a 10-Foot-Wide Public Utility Easement on Lot 6 and a Portion of Lot 5 Within the Upland Terrace Plat H Subdivision 3. Business Matters 3.1 Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 22-05, Approving an Amended Agreement with ---PAGE BREAK--- Environmental Planning Group, LLC, with Respect to a Change in the Scope of Design Services for the Millcreek Commons 3.2 Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 22-06, Approving the Second Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Salt Lake County and Millcreek for Park Services 4. Reports 4.1 Mayor’s Report 4.2 City Council Member Reports 4.3 Staff Reports 4.4 Unified Fire Authority Report 4.5 Unified Police Department Report 5. New Items for Subsequent Consideration 6. Calendar of Upcoming Events • Mt. Olympus Community Council Mtg., 3/1/22, 6:00 p.m. • Millcreek Community Council Mtg., 3/1/22, 6:30 p.m. • Canyon Rim Citizens Association Mtg., 3/2/22, 7:00 p.m. • East Mill Creek Community Council Mtg., 3/3/22, 6:30 p.m. • City Council Mtg., 3/14/22, 7:00 p.m. 7. Closed Session (If Needed) The Council may convene in a closed session to discuss items as provided by Utah Code Ann. §52-4-205. 8. 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 meeting will be live streamed via the City’s website at: 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 CITY RECORDER FOR THE MUNICIPALITY OF MILLCREEK HEREBY CERTIFIES THAT A COPY OF THE FOREGOING NOTICE WAS EMAILED OR POSTED TO: City Offices; City Website http://millcreek.us; Utah Public Notice Website http://pmn.utah.gov; those listed on the agenda. DATE: February 23, 2022 CITY RECORDER: Elyse Sullivan Agenda items may be moved in order, sequence, and time to meet the needs of the Council. ---PAGE BREAK--- Copyright © 2022 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