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Budget Amendment No. 1 and Main Street Fire Assistance Proposals

The Council received a briefing on Budget Amendment No. 1 for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget. The proposed amendment includes three proposals to support Main Street Fire recovery:

• $600,000 for an emergency loan program to help impacted businesses cover temporary operational expenses while displaced. 
• $100,000 for a Rental Assistance Program for impacted employees. 
• $80,000 to put up barriers and create a safe pedestrian path in front of the damaged buildings.

The Council will accept public comment and continue their discussion on the amendment on Tuesday, Sept. 9.

National Suicide Prevention Month

The Council and Mayor Mendenhall recognized September as National Suicide Prevention Month in Salt Lake City. Anyone in crisis can call or text the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 9-8-8 for 24/7, confidential support.

Votes  

The Council approved the following items during the formal meeting: 

• Waiving Building Permit Fees for two deeply affordable housing projects that will develop a combined 83 units.
• Authorizing two bonds to support Public Utilities location improvements and refinance existing bonds.

Public Hearings Held:  

The Council provided public input opportunities for the following items: 

• A master development agreement for the construction of the Delta Center parking garage at approximately 301 West South Temple. 
• Several grant applications to improve city infrastructure, safety and engagement.
• The proposed text amendment and street vacation related to the reconstruction of West High School. 
• A proposed rezone at approximately 247 N 800.

Briefings 

The Council was briefed on the following items during the work session: 

• A master development agreement for the construction of the Delta Center parking garage. (Watch) 
• The first FY25-26 Legislative Intent briefing, including discussions with the Administration and review of past-year intents. Legislative Intents are formal requests the Council makes to the Administration that are adopted along with the annual budget. (Watch) 
• Amendments to residential buffer requirements in manufacturing zones,  including changes to prohibited uses within 1,000 feet of residential zones. (Watch) 
• Amendments to clarify utility installation exemptions and standardize land use tables. (Watch) 

Votes & Hearings Scheduled 

The Council added the below items to the Tuesday, Sept. 9, meeting agenda: 

Updates from the Administration  

Parking Meter Updates: 

Starting Sept. 2, users may now park for up to four hours after 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. A two-hour limit will still apply Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.  

This change is based on constituent feedback and recommendations from a 2022 parking study to ensure that the city supports our vibrant nightlife and community events.

Public Lands:

Over the weekend, Taufer Park began its closure (up to 90 days) for cleaning and to complete renovations, including an improved playground, picnic tables and other amenities. The nearest park is Richmond Park (444 E 600 S).

Homelessness: 

Homeless Resource Centers saw a completely full occupancy rate between Aug. 18 – 22.

The City’s next Homeless Resource Fair will be held Sept. 12 at Library Square.

If you or someone you know is experiencing or is at risk of experiencing homelessness, call 801-990-9999.

Next Meeting 

Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025

The Council meets as the Community Reinvestment Agency (C.R.A.) at 2 p.m. and the Council’s work session begins following the C.R.A. meeting and ends at approximately 6:30 p.m. The formal meeting begins at 7 p.m. and ends upon the conclusion of items listed on the agenda.

Council staff can provide parking validations for the City Library. 

*Please confirm meeting times on agendas 24 hours in advance*