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Expanding Housing Options

The Council received a follow-up briefing and accepted public comment on the Expanding Housing Options Proposal. The Council took several straw polls to adjust the proposal, including: adding a requirement that one of the units be owner-occupied, reducing setback requirements, and changing the distance from structures on other properties.

The Council will have another follow-up briefing at the Tues., Nov. 17 Council Meeting along with a second public hearing. Straw polls are intended to signal the Council’s direction, but are not final. Action will be considered at a later date.

E-Bike Regulations for Salt Lake City Trails

The Council was briefed on and accepted public comment for a proposal to clarify rules for e-bikes, electric motorcycles, and other electric devices that operate on trails and pathways managed by the City’s Public Lands Department. The changes aim to make trail use safer, reduce conflicts between users and protect Salt Lake City’s natural spaces.

Council Members requested further information on enforcement expectations, clearer language and signage, and public outreach and engagement plans. This item will be scheduled for action at a future meeting, possibly Tues. Nov., 17.

Briefings

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

• Updates from the administrative on water conservation efforts, including a City-wide assessment that has consistently reduced water use.
• Adjustments to transit planning to address community needs, including the Critical Capacity Routes Map and the Comprehensive Transportation Policy Statements and Action Items.

Community Reinvestment Agency (CRA) Briefings

The Council, acting as the CRA, was briefed on the following items during the work session:

• Approved revisions to the Housing and Transit Reinvestment Zone and Tax Increment Reimbursement Program Policy to direct more funds and efforts towards critical improvements.
• A proposal to reuse a parking lot within the Ballpark site in support of projects that include community-focused needs, such as residential wealth building components, ownership opportunities and pedestrian connectivity.
• A follow-up briefing on a Commercial Development Loan Program allocations for Main Street businesses, addressing a remaining gap in financing to activate the street and approved providing the loan.

Community Recognition

The Council adopted two joint ceremonial resolutions for Salt Lake City with Mayor Mendenhall, including:

• Declaring November 13 –19 as Transgender Awareness Week and November 20 as Transgender Day of Remembrance

• Recognition of October 28 as National First Responders Day and held a moment of silence to recognize the sacrifices first responders have made.

Updates from the Administration

Community Engagement Updates

Salt Lake City believes public input is essential to making the right decisions for our city. Visit the City’s website for a list of projects currently collecting feedback.

• 600/700 N Reconstruction Open House: Nov. 12, 5–7 p.m. at Backman Elementary
• Pioneer Park Reopening: Nov. 13, Noon–2 p.m.
• Household E-Waste Drop Off: Nov. 1-30 at Sorenson Multicultural Center

Homelessness Update:

Homeless Resource Centers were functionally full throughout October.

The City’s last Homeless Resource Fair of the year will be held Nov. 13 at Library Square.

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

Next Council Meeting

Tuesday, Nov. 17

The Council meets for the work session at 2 p.m. 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 and agenda items 24 hours in advance*

Scheduled Items