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07/22/22: INFLATION AND FUNDING OPTIONS; FIREWORK RESTRICTIONS; SLOW DOWN; MOVIE NIGHT etc. View this email in your browser This is a 2021 tax notice is for a Millcreek home valued at $452,600. The currently proposed property tax increase will only impact the "Millcreek City" line (highlighted in yellow, above) on your property tax notice. A 5% increase would cost this taxpayer $21.15 per year. The full amount in this line item pays for Unified Police Department. Announcements PUBLIC MEETINGS NEWS Inflation and Funding Police Options (cont.) ---PAGE BREAK--- City Hall CLOSED Monday, July 25th in observance of Pioneer Day City Council Meeting Tues., 7/26/22, 6:30 pm City Hall, 3330 S 1300 E Join virtually HERE See Agenda below MAYOR'S MESSAGE TO MILLCREEK RESIDENTS: I wrote earlier this summer about the problem Millcreek is facing in meeting the competition in dramatic police salary increases over the past year. Click here to read that message. These increases were spurred by some cities' police departments having a shortage of officers. Those cities increased compensation to attract officers from other jurisdictions, with the result that all police jurisdictions have had to match those increases or face the prospect of losing trained, experienced officers. On the Unified Police Department Board, we are thinking of creative ways to attract more people who want to become police officers for the right reasons, and we are collaborating with other jurisdictions to study and determine why we are having this recruiting problem to hopefully fix it. Our hot economy and the availability of many other opportunities for younger candidates to earn good salaries in construction and other fields has created problems in police recruitment. Policing is one of the toughest jobs around. It is mentally taxing. Our officers see some of the worst things, and given recent publicity around unfortunate lapses in training (or worse) resulting in unfortunate shootings, who wants to be a cop? Right? The profession is not attractive to many, and we need to be careful about who we hire to ensure the public is protected. Our officers no doubt deserved more pay for the work that they do-and we certainly do not want to scrimp and wind up with even more problems. It’s penny-wise to cheap-out on police pay scales. As your city council has grappled with financing increased officer salaries (along with everything else that has gone up), we have wondered what other cities are doing to meet this challenge. Our neighbors are struggling with this problem also, and while, like us, they have not finally settled upon a solution, here is what they are currently thinking. Salt Lake City is currently considering a property tax increase of nearly based upon its mayor’s budget recommendation. ---PAGE BREAK--- Midvale (another UPD jurisdiction) is considering a property tax increase of 7.31%. South Jordan is proposing a property tax increase of 13.98% to its residents. Taylorsville (which recently left UPD)–10%. West Jordan–5.79%. West Valley City–10.89%. South Salt Lake City–109.49% (yes, that’s correct-this includes a police service fee in addition to a property tax increase). Holladay does not require an increase, but it recently increased property taxes by about 50%. In my last message in this newsletter, I asked Millcreek residents to let their council representatives know their preferences between a large property tax increase which would provide the necessary full funding, a smaller increase augmented with funds from the city’s fund balance (rainy day fund) or a smaller increase augmented by the implementation of a utility and telecommunications franchise fee. As I noted, Millcreek is the only city in Salt Lake County which does not collect this 6% fee on utility bills. Notably, it is paid by non-profit entities which consume police and other services but are exempt from paying property taxes. So far the feedback you have provided has been minimal, however it has favored the smallest possible property tax plus franchise fee option. There is still time for you to let us know your preference. We will finally decide this in August. My sense is that at this point, our council favors the option of a small property tax increase of around 4.5%, a $500,000 transfer from fund balance, plus a franchise fee which would begin in or after January 2023 and would apply to everyone who uses utilities, including schools, churches, and other entities that are exempt from paying property taxes, but still rely on police services. This option would help keep property tax increases lower for future years as well. Please let us know your preference and engage with us if you have questions. None of us likes to see tax increases and we know that you hate it. However, for the city to keep providing public safety and other critical services, we must accept the reality this inflationary economy (and attendant labor and material shortages) presents. -Jeff Silvestrini To learn more about these proposals, please attend our Truth in Taxation Hearing at Millcreek City Hall on August 8, 2022 at 7:00 PM. ---PAGE BREAK--- Have a Fun & Safe Pioneer Day! Remember, all fireworks are banned east of 900 East and west of 700 West The mayors of Salt Lake Valley urge you to please #SlowDownInYourTown ---PAGE BREAK--- TONIGHT ---PAGE BREAK--- TOMORROW ALSO TOMORROW The Days of '47 Float presented by the West Winder Stake to honor Samuel and Amanda Chambers, black pioneers in Millcreek, will be on display at Millcreek Common on Saturday from 6 to 9 PM. Stop by and take a look before the big parade!! ---PAGE BREAK--- MONDAY Summer Jam Concert Series Millcreek Summer Jam Concerts continue Monday evenings at Canyon Rim Park (3100 S 2900 Join the Millcreek Arts Council at 7:30 PM, sit in the shady amphitheater and enjoy some great music. Summer Jam Concerts are free, open to the public, and family friendly. ---PAGE BREAK--- July 25: Samba Fogo Samba Fogo combines original composition, orchestral instruments and traditional West African and Brazilian drum to create a rich soundscape to accompany their electric dancers. Experience Brazilian Carnaval on stage with vibrant costumes, thunderous syncopated drumming, Portuguese lyrics, and the beauty and rush of Brazilian Samba dance. Expect to be out of your seat, on your feet and dancing during this night's special performance! Sponsored by Salt City Homes, The City of Millcreek, and Venture Outdoors. Please visit www.millcreekartscouncil.org for more on these and other artistic events in our community. ALSO MONDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- Every other Monday, starting July 25th, Epic Fitness will be doing FREE yoga classes at Millcreek Common. Remember to bring your own mat! THURSDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- ALMOST EVERYDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- Nancy Schaffer Art Exhibit at Millcreek Community Center MILLCREEK. The Millcreek Arts Council and Millcreek Library present the artwork of Nancy Schaffer for its August exhibit. The artist reception will be held on August 5th from 6-7pm. Meet Nancy and enjoy live music from B.D. Howes and light refreshments. Nancy says that almost by accident she discovered painting eases her chronic pain. "In the spring of 2020, I was asked to volunteer by team teaching an online acrylic painting class for the Millcreek Senior Center. I had experience with artistic painting in the past but had laid my brushes down for decades. In the process of preparing, leading and participating in the "Love to Paint" class, I discovered my pain subsided while being absorbed in the creative process. Painting continues to provide a therapeutic measure and I am forever grateful I picked up my brushes once again! Nancy lives in Salt Lake City with her husband, cat and bunnies. She combines her love of hiking, skiing and gardening with being creative through her artwork and freelance writing. She has a Master's Degree in Education and a Bachelor of Science degree in Health, Physical Education and Recreation with a minor in Art. She has taught both elementary and secondary school along with being a realtor and certified ski instructor for twenty years. New Cardboard Pickup Service from Just moved into your new place and overloaded with cardboard moving boxes? Wasatch Front Waste and Recycling is now offering box pickups for new residents in the District. Visit their website to fill out a service request and they will schedule to pickup your boxes. In order to request a box pickup, you must be a new resident of the property. Please remove any plastic packaging, Styrofoam, and other non-recyclable materials other than tape from the boxes. Additionally, please break down and flatten the boxes before stacking them in a 4 ft. x 4 ft. pile ---PAGE BREAK--- EXPECT MINOR DELAYS ON NORTHBOUND I-215 Starting Tuesday, July 26, at 7 a.m. and continuing through Friday, July 29, at 3 p.m., northbound I-215 will be reduced to two lanes between 4500 South and 3300 South in Millcreek and Holladay. These lane closures will allow the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) I- 80 & I-215 Renewed project team to complete drainage work. Drivers should plan ahead and expect minor delays. Be sure to check UDOT Traffic for real-time updates. ---PAGE BREAK--- Meetings with the Mayor Fridays from 2-4pm have been set aside for citizens to meet with Mayor Silvestrini. Please call 801-214- 2700 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 Tuesday, 26 July 2022 at City Hall, 3330 S. 1300 Millcreek, Utah 84106, commencing at 6:30 p.m. for the work meeting and 7:00 p.m. for the regular meeting. Documents: CC 7-26-22 AGENDA.PDF WORK MTG ITEM 1 _ PRIORITY SUSTAINABILITY PROJECTS MEMO.PDF ITEM 2.1 _ ORDINANCE 22-35 REZONE 3209 ORCHARD.PDF ITEM 2.2 _ ORDINANCE 22-36 AMENDING TITLE 19.PDF ITEM 3.1 _ RESOLUTION 22-23 INDIGENT DEFENSE SERVICES.PDF ITEM 3.2 _ RESOLUTION 22-24 PROSECUTION SERVICES.PDF ITEM 3.3 _ RESOLUTION 22-25 ARTS AND MUSEUMS GRANT.PDF ITEM 5.1 _ CC 7-11-22 DRAFT MINUTES.PDF 6:30 p.m. – WORK MEETING: 1. Sustainability Plan Update; Samantha DeSeelhorst, Sustainability Analyst 2. Staff Reports 3. 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. 1.3 Unified Police Department Millcreek Precinct Officer of the Month for June 2022 ---PAGE BREAK--- 2. Planning Matters 2.1 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 22-35, Rezoning Certain Property Located at Approximately 3209 South Orchard Street from R-1-8 (Residential Single Family) to R-1-6 (Residential Single Family) 2.2 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 22-36, Amending Chapter 19.86 of the Millcreek Code of Ordinances with Respect to the Powers and Duties of the Historic Preservation Commission 3. Business Matters 3.1 Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 22-23, Approving an Agreement with Salt Lake Legal Defenders to Provide Court Indigent Defense Services 3.2 Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 22-24, Approving an Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with Salt Lake County for Justice Court Prosecution 3.3 Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 22-25, Accepting the FY23 Arts & Museums Project Grant that Requires a Match in the Amount of $6,000 and Approving the Match Requirement to be Paid from the General Fund, and Approving the Agreement with the State of Utah, Utah Department of Cultural and Community Engagement Agency 3.4 Designating Council Member Cheri Jackson as Mayor Pro Tempore Designee for Purposes of Signing Council Meeting Documents 4. Reports 4.1 Mayor’s Report 4.2 City Council Member Reports 4.3 City Treasurer’s Report 4.4 Staff Reports 4.5 Unified Fire Authority Report 4.6 Unified Police Department Report 5. Consent Agenda 5.1 Approval of July 11, 2022 Work Meeting and Regular Meeting Minutes 6. New Items for Subsequent Consideration 7. Calendar of Upcoming Events Mt. Olympus Community Council Mtg., 8/1/22, 6:00 p.m. Millcreek Community Council Mtg., 8/2/22, 6:30 p.m. Canyon Rim Citizens Association Mtg., 8/3/22, 7:00 p.m. East Mill Creek Community Council Mtg., 8/4/22, 6:30 p.m. City Council Mtg., 8/8/22, 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 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- ---PAGE BREAK--- 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: 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. DATE: July 20, 2022 CITY RECORDER: Elyse Sullivan Agenda items may be moved in order, sequence, and time to meet the needs of the Council. 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