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03-13-20 E-NEWS - EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION; GOVERNER CLOSES SCHOOLS; GRANITE SCHOOL DISTRICT MESSAGE; SALT LAKE COUNTY CLOSURES; EXPO CANCELLED; CENSUS; BOGOS View this email in your browser "I imagine all the closures and cancellations give people a sense of ominousness. But it's really an amazing act of social solidarity: We're sacrificing so we can give nurses, doctors and hospitals a fighting chance. Start from there and hopefully we can figure out the rest." @mattdpearce, LA Times Announcements UPCOMING PUBLIC MEETINGS City Council Special Meeting Mon., 3/16/20, 2 pm Millcreek City Hall 3330 S 1300 E Agenda below Planning Commission NEWS MESSAGE FROM MAYOR SILVESTRINI RE: COVID-19 THREAT AND EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION To the Citizens of Millcreek: Due to circumstances concerning the possible exposure of elementary and junior high school students in Millcreek to the COVID-19 (Corona) virus, I took the precautionary step yesterday of declaring a State of Emergency in the City of Millcreek. This was done after consultation with ---PAGE BREAK--- Weds., 3/18/20, 5 pm Millcreek City Hall 3330 S 1300 E Agenda below These meetings may be continued or cancelled due to the COVID-19 threat. Click here for the most current information members of the City Council and with the advice and consent of Salt Lake County Unified Command. Click here to read the Proclamation and then scroll down for the explanatory letter. The City is stable at this time. The declaration of emergency will make it possible for the City to seek reimbursement from federal and state resources on behalf of Millcreek taxpayers for expenditures that we might have to make because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is also the trigger for certain mutual aid agreements we have with other cities and agencies should we require assistance. The Proclamation also sets the stage and provides the basis for the City to take actions it might not otherwise be able to implement to continue to operate and act to protect public health and safety. For example, in order to be proactive against the virus: The City is temporarily modifying its procedures for holding public meetings. A directive will issue to require public meetings at City Hall to be split among different rooms, connected electronically, so that we can avoid assembling large groups but still conduct necessary business in open meetings. The City is facilitating public comment in writing or by electronic means, which is cumbersome in general and perhaps not even permitted in other circumstances. During this time, you'll be able to make comments for public meetings by clicking here. At this point, the City remains open. If you visit, you will be asked to wash/sanitize your hands before approaching any city employee or the front counter. Most services, such as business licensing and building permitting,can be easily completed online through the city website - millcreek.us. There are three computer work stations in the lobby at City Hall for your convenience. If you need to meet with a staff member at this time, you will need to call to make an appointment. We request you provide us with paperwork with as little face- to-face interaction as necessary to protect both you and our staff members. If you are ill with respiratory don’t visit a hospital or clinic without ---PAGE BREAK--- calling first to receive instructions, or consider utilizing a telemedicine service. This will help to keep our health care providers and first responders healthy so they can to continue to provide medical services throughout the crisis. If you are healthy but have questions or concerns, DO NOT visit a healthcare facility. “Worried well” individuals are flooding healthcare providers with COVID-19 concerns, and exhausting health care resources for those who are truly in need. Instead, call 1-[PHONE REDACTED] with your questions or concerns. Instead of visiting a hospital or clinic if you are healthy, call 1-[PHONE REDACTED] with questions or concerns. I urge all Millcreek citizens to: inform themselves about Coronavirus, practice hand washing, good hygiene, social distancing, and avoid unnecessary trips and travel. stay home if you develop avoid large gatherings, particularly if you are over 60 or have respiratory, heart or immunodeficiency conditions. Comments or questions may be directed to me [EMAIL REDACTED] or to Millcreek’s Emergency Manager, Andrew Clark: [EMAIL REDACTED]. If we all work together, we can minimize the impact of and defeat this virus. Let's do that. Jeff Click here for a one-stop-shop for our announcements and for the most updated information we have received from local and nationwide organizations closely monitoring the the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Governor Herbert announces "SOFT CLOSURE" of Utah pubic schools At about 4:15 today, just before we hit the send button, Governer Gary Herbert ---PAGE BREAK--- announced a "two week dismissal" of all public schools in Utah. According to the Utah Coronavirus Task Force Twitter feed, the state school board has indicated that "We are in prevention mode, not reaction mode." "We are not reacting to a confirmed COVID-19 case in any of our schools, rather we are entering a critical new phase in the fight to stop the spread of COVID-19." Governor Herbert is calling the dismissal a "soft closure" rather than a closure. The soft closure will be effective for two weeks, at which point, Governor Herbert says, "we will reassess the situation and announce the plan for schools going forward." During the "soft closure, schools will still provide meals to students who need them. This is an evolving situation." Visit for more information on this quickly evolving situation. A COVID-19 MESSAGE FROM GRANITE SCHOOL DISTRICT (before Governor Herbert's "soft closure" message) Dear Granite School District Patrons: First and foremost, as a school system, we exist to support our families and communities. Many of you have reached out seeking permission to keep your children home. This is NOT our decision, but yours as parents and families. We are committed to support you and your decisions by continuing to provide educational opportunities for those who are currently attending and those who remain home. We have been given guidance to schools and teachers to be flexible regarding Statewide there are 5 confirmed cases (Davis: 1, Weber-Morgan: 1, Summit: 1, Unknown [Jazz players]: There is no confirmation of “Community Transmission,” at this time. Community transmission is defined as cases popping up with no discoverable source. Community transmission is the trigger for the health department to direct lots of restrictive steps. It is a trigger that has not been pulled, but we are prepared for it should it come to that. ---PAGE BREAK--- absenteeism and support all students with opportunities for distance learning and online options in addition to current in-person instruction. As such, if you feel your children should stay home, please do so and we will support your decisions. There is some confusion regarding the guidance that came from the Governor and his task force in yesterday’s press conference and what was said later in the same press conference. Below are quotes from that press event with specific guidance to schools from State Superintendent Sydnee Dickson. “We want to make sure that we do not close schools unless there is an imminent threat to our children and the adults who serve them,” ...Our situation is different than that of higher education. To all district and charter schools: Please do not attempt to close a school unless your local health officer is directing you to do so. Closing a school out of anxiety or fear, and not because a health officer deems it necessary, can have ripple effects, not just throughout your immediate community, but throughout the entire state.” -Sydnee Dickson, State Superintendent As of this morning, our guidance from the Salt Lake County Health Department indicates that there is The Health Department has asked us to emphasize several messages as follows: If you are ill with respiratory don’t visit a hospital or clinic without calling first to receive instructions, or consider utilizing a telemedicine service. If you are healthy but have questions or concerns, DO NOT visit a healthcare facility—“worried well” individuals are flooding healthcare providers with COVID-19 concerns, and exhausting health care resources for those who are truly in need. Instead, call 1-800- 456-7707 with questions or concerns or go to www.coronavirus.utah.gov. CLARIFICATIONS: Yesterday we reported a mixed message regarding the transmission of coronavirus. We want to clarify that information and regret any confusion we may have caused. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Can someone spread the virus without being sick? While the risk of ---PAGE BREAK--- NO imminent threat to students and staff and we should remain open. Their guidance goes on to indicate that , “NOT having children in school may increase community exposure, as those children may visit entertainment and other community venues.” We are hearing rumors nearly from every community that there are confirmed cases in their specific schools. This is FALSE. As of this morning at 10 a.m., there are NO confirmed cases in Salt Lake County. transmission is very low for individuals who are not demonstrating it is still possible. Please see CDC information on this topic here— 9-ncov/about/transmission.html This continues to be a very dynamic situation which could change rapidly. We will continue to provide updates as appropriate. Granite School District ---PAGE BREAK--- ---PAGE BREAK--- DON'T FORGET THE 2020 CENSUS The 2020 Census kicked off this week during a pandemic. This isn’t the first Census to face some incredible odds, but it is the first online census, which is the easiest way ever to respond on your own, whether online, over the phone or by mail all without having to meet a census taker. From March 12-20, households will receive by mail the first of several invitations to participate in the 2020 Census. Everyone is encouraged to ---PAGE BREAK--- respond online as soon as you receive your invitation with the provided instructions to go online. Instructions include the web address for the online questionnaire in English, as well as where to respond online in 12 additional languages, ensuring more than 99% of U.S. households can respond online in their preferred language. The invitation will also include phone numbers for English and the 12 additional languages, ensuring more than 99% of U.S. households can respond over the phone in their preferred language. Telephone assistance is available seven days a week from 7 am to 2 am EDT for those who prefer to respond by phone. Business Council BOGOs Print these coupons out or show them on your phone to the merchant to get your Buy One Get One Free. ---PAGE BREAK--- Click here to see more great BOGO deals. Click here to see how you can promote your own business with a Millcreek BOGO. 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. We will make sure you both use good social distancing practices. VISIT us at Click here to subscribe to this weekly newsletter Millcreek City Council Monday, March 16, 2020 / Special Meeting Agenda Public Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Millcreek will assemble in a SPECIAL public meeting on Monday, 16 March 2020 at City Hall, 3330 S. 1300 Millcreek, Utah 84106, commencing at 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. – COUNCIL RETREAT: 1. Welcome, House Keeping, and Ground Rules – Mayor Jeff Silvestrini 2. Good to Great and other Preliminary Training for the Retreat – City Manager John Geilmann 3. Exercise One: Check EGOs – Mayor Jeff Silvestrini 4. Exercise Two: Best/Least Questionnaire Review and Discussion – Mayor Jeff Silvestrini 5. Exercise Three: “Speed Dashboarding” & “Iceberg is Melting Issues” – City Manager John Geilmann 6. Working Dinner and Complete Exercise Three – Mayor Jeff Silvestrini 7. Exercise Four: Priorities and Values Scale – Mayor Jeff Silvestrini 8. Exercise Five: Stop Doing and Start Doing – City Manager John Geilmann 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. Summary/Assignments – Mayor Jeff Silvestrini 7:00 p.m. - Adjourn 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, [EMAIL REDACTED] or [PHONE REDACTED], at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. THE UNDERSIGNED DULY APPOINTED CITY RECORDER FOR THE MUNICIPALITY OF MILLCREEK ---PAGE BREAK--- HEREBY CERTIFIES THAT A COPY OF THE FOREGOING NOTICE WAS EMAILED OR POSTED TO: : City Offices; those listed on the agenda; City Website http://millcreek.us; Utah Public Notice Website http://pmn.utah.gov. DATE: March 11, 2020 CITY RECORDER: Elyse Sullivan Millcreek Planning Commission Wednesday, March 18, 2020 Public Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of Millcreek will assemble in a REGULAR public meeting on Wednesday, 18 March 2020 at City Hall, 3330 S. 1300 Millcreek, Utah 84106, commencing at 5:00 p.m. Documents: ZT-20-003 COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEMO.PDF ZM-20-002 GP-20-002 COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEMO.PDF ZM-20-003 STAFF MEMORANDUM.PDF CU-20-003 STAFF MEMORANDUM.PDF CU-20-002-19_SD-20-004 STAFF MEMO.PDF 5:00 p.m. – Regular Meeting 1. Public Hearings 1.1 Consideration of ZM-20-003, Rezoning Approx. 1.2 acres from R-1-10 to R-1-3 Location: 4524 S. 785 E. Applicant: Bryan Colemere Planner: Robert May 1.2 Consideration of CU-20-003, Conditional Use Permit for a Mixed Use Building Consisting of 99 Residential Dwellings and Live/Work Space Location: 1395 E. Miller Avenue Applicant: PEG Development Planner: Erin O’Kelley 1.3 Consideration of SD-20-004 & CU-20-002, Preliminary Conditional Use Permit and Preliminary Plat Approval for a Townhome Planned Unit Development Consisting of 150 Dwellings and 2,200 Square Feet of Commercial Space Location: 4186 S. Main Street Applicant: Clearwater Development Planner: Robert May 1.4 Consideration of SD-20-003, Preliminary Plat Approval for a 4-lot Subdivision in an R-1-8 Zone Location: 3035 S. Kenwood Street Applicant: Ivory Development Planner: Robert May 1.5 Consideration of ZT-20-003, Amendments to Chapter 19.04 of Millcreek Code Pertaining to the Definition of Commercial Vehicles Planner: Francis Lilly 1.6 Consideration of ZM-20-002, Amending the Zoning Map to Apply the C-3 Commercial Zone and the City Center Overlay Zone for Property to be Annexed into Millcreek, Between Miller and Woodland Avenues, and Highland Drive and Richmond Street Planner: Francis Lilly 1.7 Consideration of GP-20-002, Amending the Future Land Use Map to Apply the City Center Land Use Designation to Property to be Annexed into Millcreek, between Miller and Woodland Avenues, and Highland Drive and Richmond Street Planner: Francis Lilly 2. Continuing Business: ---PAGE BREAK--- 2.1 Consideration of SD-19-014, Preliminary Plat Approval for a Single-Family Residential Subdivision Consisting of 5 Lots Location: 3675 South Craig Circle Applicant: Tony Tippetts Planner: Robert May 2.2 Consideration of GP-20-001, Adoption of the Millcreek Transportation Master Plan as an Element of the Millcreek General Plan Planner: Francis Lilly 3. Business Meeting 3.1 Approval of February 19, 2020 Meeting Minutes 3.2 Updates from the Planning and Zoning Director 4. Calendar of Upcoming Meetings City Council Mtg., 3/23/20, 5:00 p.m. at City Hall Canyon Rim Citizens Association Mtg., 4/1/20, 7:00 p.m. at 2375 E. 3300 S. East Mill Creek Community Council Mtg., 4/2/20, 6:30 p.m. at 2266 E. Evergreen Ave. Mt. Olympus Community Council Mtg., 4/7/20, 6:00 p.m. at 3450 E. Oakview Dr. Millcreek Community Council Mtg., 4/7/20, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall City Council Mtg., 4/13/20, 5:00 p.m. at City Hall Planning Commission Mtg., 4/15/20, 5:00 p.m. at City Hall 5. 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. 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. 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; those listed on the agenda; City Website http://millcreek.us; Utah Public Notice Website http://pmn.utah.gov. DATE: March 11, 2020 CITY RECORDER: Elyse Sullivan *Agenda items may be moved in order, sequence, and time to meet the needs of the Planning Commission* Due to the number of agenda items anticipated for discussion, the Planning Commission meeting will be conducted until all matters are resolved or continued, or 10:00 p.m., whichever occurs first. In the event that the meeting ends without all items being resolved or continued, the Planning Commission will hold another public meeting in March to discuss the remaining items. Copyright © 2020 Millcreek, All rights reserved. ---PAGE BREAK--- Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list