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4/5/2024 - SHORT TERM RENTAL UPDATE; SIGN UP FOR CERT; TAKE THE SURVEY; IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES; etc. View this email in your browser Public Meetings City Council Mon., 4/8/24 Work Meeting 6 pm Regular Meeting 7pm City Hall, 2d Floor 1330 E Chambers Ave Agenda below NEWS Short Term Rental Ordinance Updated MILLCREEK. Short-term rentals are homes or bedrooms within homes that a homeowner rents for fewer than 30 days at a time. Short-term rentals are often found on popular travel websites and apps such as Airbnb or VRBO. Many of us have used a short-term rental at one time or another as we’ve travelled. Because Millcreek is close to world-class ski and mountain resorts, short-term rentals are in high demand here. All short-term rentals must be licensed in Millcreek. ---PAGE BREAK--- In response to resident concerns and questions about the impact of short-term rentals in Millcreek and after considering several options provided by staff, the City Council recently updated Millcreek’s short-term rental ordinances. The changes outlined below apply to all new short-term rental licenses, as well as existing licensed that are renewed after January 1, 2025. Owner-Occupancy Requirements Millcreek has limited short-term rentals to owner-occupied properties for several years. Under the new ordinance, an owner-occupant must live at the property as their primary residence, for at least 183 days in a calendar year. We will now require that both new applicants and existing short-term rental licensees provide proof of primary residency prior to getting or renewing a license. License Limits and Separation Requirements Millcreek currently limits the number of short-term rentals in the city. Each City Council district is allotted 30 short-term rental licenses within the district boundary. We currently have 47 business licenses for short-term rentals in Millcreek: 7 in District 1, 9 each in Districts 2 and 3, and 22 in District 4. In order to maintain the character of a single-family neighborhood, the new ordinance also requires that no new short-term rental may be within 400 feet of another short-term rental. Current licenses that existed before the adoption of the ordinance and that are already within 400 feet of another short-term rental are exempt from the minimum separation requirement. Compliance Statement Millcreek is now requiring applicants to sign a statement that indicates that the property owners are primary residents, that their property is in compliance with all legal requirements, and that the property owner will continually comply with all requirements regarding short-term rentals. Unlicensed Short-Term Rentals Although Millcreek requires short-term rental owners to obtain a Millcreek business license, we know that many short-term rentals are unlicensed. State law prohibits Millcreek from imposing penalties on people solely for the act of listing a short-term rental on a website or app, which makes the task of regulating short-term rentals difficult for city staff. Millcreek is looking at ways to ensure that short-term rentals are licensed, including working with the two major short-term rental platforms to communicate to potential hosts our licensing requirements. ---PAGE BREAK--- These ordinance amendments give the city new tools to enforce against problematic short-term rentals, however enforcement of any short-term rental regulations is difficult and requires significant resources. Our police and code enforcement officers simply cannot be everywhere at once, and “staking out” these properties to be able to observe violations is usually impractical. So, while the ordinance will help, enforcement is still likely to be complaint driven. If you observe disruptive activities such as noise and unlawful parking that you believe may be associated with a short-term rental, you are encouraged to report such violations to UPD. For concerns regarding licensing and owner occupancy, please submit a report to the city through the “Report a Concern” portal on the city website. Be Ready for an Emergency Get CERT Trained Learn how you can help your family and your neighbors survive an emergency. We will have The Big One earthquake in our area someday. Be Ready!! ---PAGE BREAK--- Click HERE to Register ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Please contact [EMAIL REDACTED] for more information. Learn more at TAKE THE SURVEY HERE ---PAGE BREAK--- ENDS TOMORROW! Register for Millcreek Summer Camp HERE Register for Camp Tracy Weekend Adventures HERE ---PAGE BREAK--- SAVE THE DATE ---PAGE BREAK--- IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES REMEMBER, CYCLISTS MUST OBEY TRAFFIC LAWS MILLCREEK. Remember that even if you are riding a bicycle, all traffic laws must be followed. There have been some dangerous situations in the ---PAGE BREAK--- area of the 2000 E. project where cyclists have decided to ride south through the construction area along the lane that is clearly marked closed to traffic and have ended up stuck between the construction area and oncoming traffic. Only northbound travel is allowed on 2000 E. through the project area. Even if you are on a bicycle, you legally can only travel northbound. Avoid a citation or injury, do not ride against the flow of traffic and pay attention to all signage. * * * * * STAY SAFE - AVOID HIGH WATER! MILLCREEK. The Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities has increased the amount of water being released from Little Dell Reservoir down Parley's Creek due to the high snowpack levels. The water is flowing fast and cold - stay away from the water if you are recreating anywhere along Parley's Creek or any of the three creeks (Big Cottonwood, Mill Creek, and Parley's) that flow through Millcreek. Keep children and dogs away from the water, it may look calm on top, but the current underneath is dangerous. Almost every year dogs are drowned in the water at Parley's Historic Nature Park (below Tanner Park) in the off-leash area, let's avoid that this year! We do not expect flooding as the snowpack melts, but any if any resident has concerns about flooding on their property, sandbags are available at the Salt Lake County Public Works facility at 604 W 6960 S in Midvale. Please call their offices at [PHONE REDACTED] to make arrangements for your pickup. That same phone number, [PHONE REDACTED] can be used for after- hour flooding emergencies. * * * * * EMERGENCY STORM DRAIN REPAIR STARTS MONDAY An emergency replacement is required on an inlet box located at 4498 S. Jupiter Drive. Work will begin on Monday and traffic flow on Jupiter will be disrupted for a week (weather dependent). One lane of traffic should ---PAGE BREAK--- remain open during the construction. Follow signage directions and drive carefully in all construction areas!! Skyline High Construction Update MILLCREEK: The construction of a new campus at Skyline High is well underway, you can take a sneak peek at the progress on the interior of some buildings on the Granite School District Long-Term Capital Outlook and Planning website. ---PAGE BREAK--- Thanks to the support of Mayor Wilson, Salt Lake County Council, and the Tourism, Recreation, Culture, and Convention program, Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation is piloting the “My County Rec Pass” for youth in 2024. My County Rec Pass holders can participate in FREE healthy, safe, and fun activities after school, during school breaks, in the summer, and on weekends. WHO is eligible? School-aged youth, ages 5–18 Must be Salt Lake County residents WHAT does it offer? Membership/pass to access and use Salt Lake County operated recreation centers and amenities, including: • open plunge at swimming pools • public skate at ice sheets • drop-in gym • weight room/fitness area/walking track (*age restrictions apply) • climbing wall (*age restrictions apply) WHEN will the pass be available for use? June 1 WHERE can it be used? • Recreation centers • Ice centers • Swimming pools HOW do we sign up? Parents/guardians may sign up their 5–17 year old(s) at a Salt Lake County operated recreation center with proof of SLCo residency, ID will suffice. Children must be with adult at time of registration to have photo taken and receive a membership fob. 18 year-olds do not need an adult present, must bring ID. *Youth 9 years old and under must be accompanied by someone 14 years of age or older at all times. Other age restrictions may apply. All patrons must comply with the Patron Standards of Conduct. ---PAGE BREAK--- MILLCREEK MAKES THE NEWS MILLCREEK: The Doxie Derby last Saturday was incredibly popular, people and dogs (and other breeds pretending to be weiner dogs) had a great time. Check out some of the news coverage. 'Visual poetry': Dozens of doxins race for title of Millcreek's fastest wiener dog (kslnewsradio.com) GALLERY: Millcreek Doxie Derby draws over 100 dachshunds to inaugural race (kmyu.tv) First annual running of the wiener dogs held at Millcreek Common - YouTube GALLERY: Millcreek Doxie Derby draws over 100 dachshunds to inaugural race (kutv.com) Meetings with the Mayor Mayor Silvestrini is traveling and will not be holding regular Friday meetings until after his return. To schedule an appointment on April 26th or after, call [PHONE REDACTED]. Register HERE ---PAGE BREAK--- 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, 8 April 2024 at City Hall, 1330 E. Chambers Avenue, Millcreek, Utah 84106, commencing at 6:00 p.m. for the work meeting and 7:00 p.m. for the regular meeting. Documents: 1. CC 4-8-24 AGENDA.PDF 2. WORK MTG ITEM 2 _ 2023 FIREWORK RESTRICTIONS MAP.PDF 3. ITEM 2.1 _ ORDINANCE 24-14 REZONING 1632 MAPLE AVE.PDF 4. ITEM 2.1 _ ZM-23-005 STAFF REPORT SECOND READING W ATTACHMENTS - SIZE REDUCED.PDF 5. ITEM 2.2 _ ORDINANCE 24-15 REPEALING AND ENACTING CODE CHAPTER 19.82.PDF 6. ITEM 2.2 _ ZT-23-016 CITY COUNCIL SECOND READING STAFF REPORT - UPDATED 3 APRIL 2024.PDF 7. ITEM 3.2 _ ORDINANCE 24-12 LAPTOP CONTRIBUTION BY COMCAST.PDF 8. ITEM 3.4 _ ORDINANCE 24-13 NONMONETARY ASSISTANCE TO MCF.PDF 9. ITEM 3.6 _ ORDINANCE 24-17 BUDGET AMENDMENT 4.PDF 10. ITEM 4.1 _ ORDINANCE 24-16 AMENDING CODE 5.19.PDF 11. ITEM 6.1 _ CC 2-12-24 DRAFT MINUTES.PDF 12. ITEM 6.2 _ CC 2-26-24 DRAFT MINUTES.PDF 13. ITEM 6.3 _ CC 3-25-24 DRAFT MINUTES.PDF 6:00 p.m. – WORK MEETING: 1. Utah Legislative Session Briefing; Capstone Strategies 2. Discussion on Firework Restriction Boundaries for 2024; Fire Marshal Brad Larson 3. Staff Reports 4. Discussion of Agenda Items, Correspondence, and/or Future Agenda Items 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. 2. Planning Matters 2.1 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 24-14, Rezoning Certain Property Located at Approximately 1632 East Maple Avenue from the R-1-6 Zone to the R-1-10 Zone ---PAGE BREAK--- 2.2 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 24-15, Amending Title 19 of the Millcreek Code of Ordinances by Repealing Chapter 19.82 Signs and Enacting a Revised Chapter 19.82 Signs 3. Financial Matters 3.1 Public Hearing to Consider Approving the Disposal of Computer Laptops Contributed by Comcast Corporation with a Value of $25,000 to Students Completing the Millcreek Six-Week Digital Literacy Course 3.2 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 24-12, Approving the Disposal of Computer Laptops Contributed by Comcast Corporation with a Value of $25,000 to Students Completing the Millcreek Six-Week Digital Literacy Course 3.3 Public Hearing to Consider Approving Nonmonetary Assistance to the Millcreek Community Foundation 3.4 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 24-13, Approving Nonmonetary Assistance to the Millcreek Community Foundation 3.5 Public Hearing to Consider Opening and Amending the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget 3.6 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 24-17, Amending the 2023-24 Fiscal Year Budget 4. Business Matters 4.1 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 24-16, Amending Section 5.19 of the Millcreek Code of Ordinances Regarding the Content of the License Application and Renewals 5. Reports 5.1 Mayor’s Report 5.2 City Council Member Reports 5.3 Staff Reports 6. Consent Agenda 6.1 Approval of February 12, 2024 Work and Regular Meeting Minutes 6.2 Approval of February 26, 2024 Work and Regular Meeting Minutes 6.3 Approval of March 25, 2024 Work and Regular Meeting Minutes 7. New Items for Subsequent Consideration 8. Calendar of Upcoming Meetings Historic Preservation Mtg. 4/11/24 6:00 p.m. Planning Commission Mtg. 4/17/24 5:00 p.m. City Council Mtg. 4/22/24 7:00 p.m. 9. Closed Session (If Needed) The Council may convene in a closed session to discuss items as provided by Utah Code Ann. §52-4-205. 10. 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 ---PAGE BREAK--- 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 Those Listed on the Agenda DATE: April 3, 2024 RECORDER: Elyse Sullivan Agenda items may be moved in order, sequence, and time to meet the needs of the Council. Copyright © 2024 Millcreek, All rights reserved. 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