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09/23/22: BLUE SKY GRANT AWARDED; WASATCH BLVD CLOSURE; AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM LAUNCHED; etc. View this email in your browser With the help of a generous grant from Rocky Mountain Power, solar panels will line the roof of Millcreek City Hall. Announcements PUBLIC MEETINGS City Council Mon., 9/26/22 Work Meeting 6 pm Regular Meeting 7 pm City Hall, 3330 S 1300 E or join virtually HERE Agenda below NEWS $460,000 GRANT HELPS MILLCREEK LAUNCH RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECT RMP Blue Sky community projects funding makes solar panels possible at City Hall MILLCREEK. Millcreek will soon generate its own clean, renewable power thanks to a funding award from Rocky Mountain Power’s Blue Sky ---PAGE BREAK--- program participants. The money will support the installation of solar panels at our new City Hall. The award of $460,000 will cover 77 percent of the installation cost of the 120 kW solar panel system with a 30 kW battery. Millcreek joins more than 200 organizations across Rocky Mountain Power’s service area that, since 2006, have received awards for community-based renewable projects, including solar, wind, geothermal and other forms of renewable energy. This project is one of six selected this year through a competitive-evaluation process. “We are thrilled that we were selected for this award and so grateful to Rocky Mountain Power’s Blue Sky participants who made it possible,” said Mayor Jeff Silvestrini. “This solar panel project is not only a win for the environment but for the local community, too. By generating our own electricity, we’ll save on energy costs — and that means we can dedicate more of our budget to the needs of our residents. Construction on Millcreek’s new City Hall began in March 2022. It is expected to begin generating power in fall 2023. For more information visit www.millcreek.us or RockyMountainPower.net/BlueSky. Blue Sky is an opt-in program that gives Rocky Mountain Power customers an option to match all or part of their energy use with renewable energy reducing their carbon footprints and driving demand for new renewable energy in the West. Through the Blue Sky Block option, participants also support qualifying, renewable energy projects for community-serving organizations such as schools, community centers and arts organizations. “For more than 20 years, the Blue Sky program has offered Rocky Mountain Power customers a simple and powerful way to live their values, reduce their carbon footprint and support renewable energy,” said Travis Jones, Regional Business Manager at Rocky Mountain Power. “Unlike most green power programs, Blue Sky goes beyond the purchase of renewable energy credits to help fund additional smaller energy projects for organizations in our ---PAGE BREAK--- communities. Through projects such as this, Blue Sky participants are powering a better future for local communities.” Churchill Jr High Pedestrian Bridge Repairs will Impact Traffic this Weekend MILLCREEK. UDOT will be performing repairs tomorrow to the pedestrian bridge at the intersection of Wasatch Blvd and Oakview Drive. Expect minor traffic delays. When? Saturday September 24th, 9-10 am Where? Wasatch Blvd and Oakview Dr. (near Churchill Jr. High) What? The signals at the intersection will not be operational and flaggers will be controlling the intersection. The pedestrian bridge and nearby sidewalks will be closed. Impacts? Minor traffic impacts, up to 5 minute delays, due to flagging operations. No pedestrian access on the pedestrian bridge or nearby sidewalks while work is occurring. Why? Bridge rehabilitation Who? UDOT ---PAGE BREAK--- From left to right, Millcreek City Council members Cheri Jackson and Silvia Catten, together with Mayor Jeff Silvestrini, assist youngsters in cutting the ribbon for the opening of their new after-school program. Afterschool Program Opens in Millcreek MILLCREEK. The Asian Association of Utah (AAU and Millcreek Promise officially marked the opening of a new after-school program in Millcreek earlier this week. In partnership with the state, the project opened as a community center model program in the Department of Health building on Highland Dr. To celebrate the opening, staff from AAU and city employees joined the youngsters and their families to cut the ribbon, read a book with the Mayor, and enjoy root beer floats. Thank you to all the partners that came together to make this happen. Anyone interested in volunteering to help at this afterschool program is encouraged to reach out to Kayla Mayers at [EMAIL REDACTED]. ---PAGE BREAK--- Millcreek Youth Council Member Ben Benson is Semi-Finalist for New State Flag MILLCREEK. Congratulations to Ben Benson, Skyline student and a member of the Millcreek Youth Council, for his flag design being chosen as a semi- finalist for Utah's new state flag. Ben is one of 20 semi-finalists, chosen from than 7,000 submissions from across the state. Ben spoke at yesterday's press conference at the Capitol to talk more about his design. You can read more about the flag design process HERE. Ben's flag design can be seen below. Ben and the Millcreek Youth Council attended Local Officials Day at the Legislature in January and participated in workshops to learn more about flag design and the history of the Utah state flag. All 20 semi-final designs can be reviewed and commented upon HERE. ---PAGE BREAK--- According to Ben, the blue background represents tradition and knowledge. The sego lily, the state flower, has white petals representing snow and truth. The golden guiding star represents prosperity, faith, and happiness. The eight points of the star represent the eight tribal nations that share the land with our state. The Millcreek Youth Council has also designed a new flag for the city of Millcreek. Stay tuned for more info.... Progress Being Made With Skyline High Rebuild ---PAGE BREAK--- MILLCREEK. Students and staff at Skyline High School welcomed alumni and the public earlier this week to watch Deb Bennet, girls basketball coach 1990- 2012 (327 victories) and Joan Burdett, volleyball coach 1980-2000 (344 victories and seven state championships) cut the ribbon to open the school’s newly rebuilt athletic facility. The new building includes the main gymnasium, pool, weight room, and practice field space. (A small fire last night affected the old gym and a part of the old building. It was extinguished very quickly and caused very little damage. Investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.) TONIGHT & TOMORROW ---PAGE BREAK--- THURSDAY ---PAGE BREAK--- Follow Millcreek Common on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for info on activities AND for discounts! TOMORROW ---PAGE BREAK--- Bring your pup or adopt a new pet TOMORROW, Saturday, September 24 at Wheeler Historic Farm in Murray from 9 AM - 4PM. Your pet will love this "farmers market"! Hundreds of adoptable pets from 12 different rescues and shelters will be there. At this FREE there will be food trucks, vendors, Course A'lure, pet tattoos, a pet and MORE. This event is sponsored by Salt Lake County Animal Services and Advanced Veterinary Care. Visit AdoptUtahPets.org for more info. Rescues coming include: Hearts 4 Paws Utah , Nuzzles & Co., West Valley City Animal Services, Salt Lake County Animal Services, CAWS - Community Animal Welfare Society, The Utah Animal Advocacy Foundation, Second Chance for Homeless Pets, Celestial Zoo, Utah Valley Animal Rescue, Outreach Pawsabilities, Utah Friends of Basset Hounds, True Hearts for Healing Paws, Best Friends Animal Society, and Tiny Paws Rescue. ---PAGE BREAK--- The Greater Avenues Water Conservation Demonstration Garden, 402 Terrace Hills Dr in Salt Lake City, showcases plants suitable to the lower and drier elevations of the Salt Lake Valley foothills. Drought and Water Supply Update MILLCREEK. Earlier this week, the Salt Lake City Dept of Public Utilities announced that their users are doing their part during this extreme drought. The supplies water to most of Millcreek, as well as Salt Lake City, Holladay, Cottonwood Heights and parts of unincorporated Salt Lake County. From April 1 to Sept 18 this year, says that its users saved 2.9 billion gallons of water compared with the past three-years' average demand. Most of those savings (2.1 billion gallons) occurred in just the past year. There was a brief uptick in water use during the sustained hot weather we recently experienced, but the demand reduction response to the recent rain was immediate, indicating users are keeping water water conservation in mind. indicates that the water supply at this time is adequate to meet demand, although Wasatch front stream flows are below normal and groundwater resources are being used. will remain at Stage II of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan. ---PAGE BREAK--- We appreciate Millcreek residents stepping forward to reduce water use. The rain barrel sale was a huge success this year and will be back next spring. Daily Water Use Calendar Year 2022 Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities Service Area Meetings with the Mayor Fridays from 2-4pm have been set aside for citizens to meet with Mayor Silvestrini. Please call [PHONE REDACTED] to schedule a slot. VISIT us at Click here to subscribe to this weekly newsletter Millcreek City Council Meeting Agenda ---PAGE BREAK--- Public Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Millcreek will assemble in a public work meeting and regular meeting on Monday, 26 September 2022 at City Hall, 3330 S. 1300 Millcreek, Utah 84106, commencing at 6:00 p.m. for the work meeting and 7:00 p.m. for the regular meeting. DOCUMENTS: ITEM 2.1 _ ORDINANCE 22-44 MIH GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT.PDF ITEM 2.2 _ ORDINANCE 22-45 PENDING ORDINANCE FLAG LOTS.PDF ITEM 3.1 _ ORDINANCE 22-41 ENERGY SALES TAX.PDF ITEM 4.1 _ ORDINANCE 22-42 AMENDING CODE 10.80.PDF ITEM 4.2 _ ORDINANCE 22-43 DECLARING PROPERTY AS SURPLUS, APPROVING TRADE AND AGREEMENT.PDF 6:00 p.m. – WORK MEETING: 1. Discussion on Recreational Vehicle Parking; Kurt Hansen, Facilities Director 2. Council Retreat Update; Mike Winder, City Manager 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. 1.3 Unified Police Department Millcreek Precinct Officer of the Month for August 2022 2. Planning Matters 2.1 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 22-44, Amending the Moderate Income Housing Element of the General Plan to Incorporate Moderate Income Housing Strategies and an Implementation Plan Pursuant to Utah Code Ann. § 10-9a-403 2.2 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 22-45, Notifying the Public of a Pending Ordinance that Would Amend the Flag Lot Policy 3. Financial Matters 3.1 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 22-41, Establishing a Municipal Energy Sales and Use Tax, Setting the Rate for Such Tax, and Establishing the Effective Date for Such Tax 4. Business Matters 4.1 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 22-42, Amending Title 10 of the Millcreek Code of Ordinances Regarding Camping on Public Grounds, Street, Parks, and Playgrounds 4.2 Discussion and Consideration of Ordinance 22-43, Declaring Approximately 0.18 Acres of Real Property Located at or near 3203 South Highland Drive in Salt Lake County, Utah, as Surplus and Determining that a Trade for Approximately .04 acres of Real Property Located at or near 3254 South Highland Drive in Salt Lake County, Utah, is in the Best Interest of the City and Constitutes the Highest and Best Economic Return to the City and Approving a Pipeline Relocation Agreement 5. Reports 5.1 Mayor’s Report 5.2 City Council Member Reports ---PAGE BREAK--- 5.3 City Treasurer’s Report 5.4 Staff Reports 5.5 Unified Fire Authority Report 5.6 Unified Police Department Report 6. New Items for Subsequent Consideration 7. Calendar of Upcoming Events • Mt. Olympus Community Council Mtg., 10/3/22, 6:00 p.m. • Millcreek Community Council Mtg., 10/4/22, 6:30 p.m. • Canyon Rim Citizens Association Mtg., 10/5/22, 7:00 p.m. • East Mill Creek Community Council Mtg., 10/6/22, 6:30 p.m. • City Council Mtg., 10/10/22, 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- 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 Utah Public Notice Website Those Listed on the Agenda http://millcreek.us http://pmn.utah.gov DATE: September 21, 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 ---PAGE BREAK--- Click here to subscribe to this weekly newsletter Forward Share Tweet