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SUMMARY of the MARCH 21 PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING |
IN THE WORK SESSION
Sliding Scale Scholarship Program for Recreation and Ice Arena
Staff and Council discussed a sliding scale scholarship program for Park City Recreation and Ice Arena programs, based on Summit County’s area median income (AMI), in order to make programming more affordable for those seeking financial assistance. City staff sought direction regarding the qualification methodology for those seeking 20-70% discounts based on AMI.
Sliding Scale Scholarship Program Staff Report
Drinking Water Quality Strategy Update
City staff provided an update on drinking water quality. Given Sandy City’s recent challenges, which resulted in a ‘do not drink’ order, Park City sought to discuss the ways in which a similar situation can be avoided by Park City’s Water Department. Staff discussed the risks, technologies available, water treatment, distribution, monitoring tools, transparency, and other items related to the City’s drinking water.
Drinking Water Staff Report
IN THE REGULAR MEETING
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS AND DISCLOSURES
Summary of Council Strategic Planning Retreat
Staff provided Council with a summary of the Council Strategic Planning Retreat, held in February 2019. This year’s retreat was structured to focus on current Community Critical Priorities. Council gave specific direction regarding public transit and housing.
Council Strategic Planning Retreat Summary
Hillside Avenue Update
Staff updated Council on Hillside Avenue improvements and Old Town circulation and traffic. The recommended improvements will be completed in a three-tier approach, with tier-one improvements delayed as a result of Sundance Film Festival and winter road conditions. Tier-one improvements are nearing completion, and ‘Residential Area’ signs will be installed. After a short discussion, Council requested that this item return at a later date in May for a work session to address the actions taken thus far.
Hillside Avenue Staff Report
Exhibit A: Hillside Tiered Improvements
Exhibit B: Hillside Wayfinding Update
Exhibit C: Draft Scope of Old Town Access and Circulation Study
Council Disclosures
On March 20, 2019, the Treasure Hill purchase closed and the City is now the proud owner. Mayor Beerman thanked everyone who helped make the purchase a reality. Please stay tuned for details regarding a community celebration in June. The City’s Planning Department will begin the zoning process for open space, and the conservation process will begin as well.
Public Input
Residents from Hillside Avenue were in attendance to discuss the history of the road, to share their experience with vehicle traffic, and to ask questions regarding next steps. There was a brief discussion with Council members, who highlighted the road improvements that have been made to date and what can be expected to help resolve the traffic issue on the residential street.
CONSENT AGENDA
Council approved the following item from the consent agenda:
- A mine maintenance agreement with Jordanelle Special Services District (JSSD) for a one-year term with automatic annual renewals thereafter until terminated by either party. On average, Park City receives roughly 38% of its water supply from the Judge and Spiro mining tunnels, and maintaining these water sources is part of the City’s sustainable water resources goal. This is a renewal of a previous agreement with JSSD.
Mine Maintenance Staff Report
Attachment A: Mine Maintenance Agreement - 2019
NEW BUSINESS
- Ordinance 2019-12, approving the Park City Heights Phase 3 subdivision plat located at 10 and 30 Sun Ridge Cove was carried to a later date. Phase 3 involves two lots adjacent to the Hidden Oaks subdivision. This item was forwarded by Planning Commission when they discussed it at last month’s meeting. There was public comment and further discussion between City staff and Council.
Park City Heights Subdivision Phase 3 Staff Report and Ordinance
Park City Heights Subdivision Phase 3 Exhibits
Council approved the following new business items:
- Ordinance 2019-13, approving the Parkview Condominiums first amendment to the first amended and restated condominium plat, amending units 25 and 27, located at 2212 and 2208 Jupiter View Drive. This is a minor plat amendment allowing two condos to expand their private deck areas. This item was forwarded by Planning Commission with a positive recommendation.
Parkview Condo Plat Staff Report and Ordinance
Parkview Condo Exhibits - A memorandum of agreement for the lease of surplus water to Weber Basin through provisions in the Western Summit County Project Master Agreement. The City has a surplus of water, and in an effort to protect the water supply, it was necessary to connect the City’s water system with Weber Basin. This is a binding commitment for the next five years.
Surplus Water Lease Staff Report
Attachment B: Excess Capacity, Surplus Water and Demand Schedule
Attachment C: Weber Basin Memorandum of Agreement - An agreement for the initial interconnection under the Western Summit County Project Master Agreement. This agreement outlines who owns and operates the interconnections, and the cost per entity involved.
Western Summit County Project Staff Report
Attachment B: Snyderville Basin Initial Interconnection Agreement
2019 Legislative Update
Staff provided an update on the 2019 Legislative Session, which wrapped up on March 14. Here is the status of high-focus bills watched closely by City staff and Council members:
- Tax Equalization and Reduction Act, HB441: Has been tabled until the interim session.
- Container Regulation Act, HB320: the bill was defeated and will fortunately not affect Park City’s current plastic bag ban.
- Community Renewable Energy Act, HB411: The bill was passed by committee, the House, and as of March 14 it passed the Senate 23-6 votes. From here, the bill will go to the Governor’s office.
- Vehicle Idling Revision, HB148: this bill, which amends the provisions for which a vehicle’s operator is fined for idling, passed. A person is to receive one warning (formerly three warnings) before a ticket for violation is issued.
There was additional discussion regarding the electric scooter bill, which was deregulated, making it easier for e-scooter companies to operate in city/towns with little oversight and regulation.
UPCOMING CITY MEETINGS
- Planning Commission: 3/27, 5:30 p.m. at City Hall
- Historic Preservation Meeting: 4/3, 5:00 p.m. at City Hall
- City Council: 4/4, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall
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Cleaning Supplies
When looking for natural and non-toxic cleaning products, avoid anything with synthetic ingredients or fragrances, petrochemicals, VOCs, chlorine bleach, phthalates, formaldehydes and more. You should always read the labels of any product, and if a product does not have a label with ingredients then it almost surely has harmful chemicals inside. Look out for words like Caution, Warning, Notice and Danger, which could signal a potential harmful chemical. Learn more about healthy cleaning products here.
When purchasing natural cleaning products make sure they bottle includes a list of ingredients. You should be able to pronounce the names of all of them and should know exactly what each one is. The best kind of natural cleaning product you can buy should be made with simple ingredients that you could find in the store and make yourself.
Exposure to these toxins indoors can cause eye, nose, and throat irritation; headaches; loss of coordination; nausea; and damage to liver, kidney, and central nervous systems. And we certainly don't want ourselves, our family or our pets to come in contact with these toxins or experience any of these health problems. Children and pets are especially at risk because they experience a higher dose of toxins, not to mention their immune systems are still developing and not able to shed toxins from the bodies as quickly as adults.
There are three categories into which most of the hazardous ingredients in household cleaning products fall are:
1. Carcinogens – Carcinogens cause cancer and/or promote cancer’s growth.
2. Endocrine disruptors – Endocrine disruptors mimic human hormones, confusing the body with false signals. Exposure to endocrine disruptors can lead to numerous health concerns including reproductive, developmental, growth and behavior problems. Endocrine disruptors have been linked to reduced fertility, premature puberty, miscarriage, menstrual problems, challenged immune systems, abnormal prostate size, ADHD, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and certain cancers.
3. Neurotoxins – Neurotoxins alter neurons, affecting brain activity, causing a range of problems from headaches to loss of intellect.
Here are some startling facts about the chemicals found in cleaning products.
- 17,000: the number of petrochemicals available for home use, only 30 percent of which have been tested for exposure to human health and the environment.
- 63: the number of synthetic chemical products found in the average American home, translating to roughly 10 gallons of harmful chemicals.
- 100: the number of times higher that indoor air pollution levels can be above outdoor air pollution levels, according to US EPA estimates.
- 275: the number of active ingredients in antimicrobials that the EPA classifies as pesticides because they are designed to kill microbes.
- 5 billion: the number of pounds of chemicals that the institutional cleaning industry uses each year.
- 23: the average gallons of chemicals (that's 87 liters) that a janitor uses each year, 25 percent of which are hazardous.
- White Vinegar
- Baking Soda
- Borax
- Hydrogen Peroxide (3% concentration)
- Club Soda (plain)
- Lemon Juice
- Liquid Castile Soap
- Corn Meal
- Olive Oil or Walnut Oil
- Toothpaste
- Pure Essential Oils - like lavender, lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus, lemongrass, and tea tree oils
With all of these ingredients you can make your own natural and non-toxic cleaning supplies, which cost a lot less as well.
- All-Purpose Cleaners: This cleaner can be used for just about every surface in your home, from kitchen counters and appliances to bathroom surfaces and walls.
- Carpet Cleaner: To clean and disinfect your carpet, blend 1/2 cup baking soda, 1 cup borax, and 1 cup cornmeal. Sprinkle mixture over rug and rub with a cloth. Let rest for several hours or overnight, then vacuum. An even simpler way to clean your carpet is to sprinkly plain baking soda on your carpet, let rest for an hour and then vacuum up. You can also add dry lavender buds to the baking soda for an extra fresh smell.
- Hard Floor Cleaner: This solution can be used for all hard floors (except when directed by the manufacturer to avoid even mild detergents): Combine 1/4 liquid castile soap, up to 1/2 cup white vinegar or lemon juice, and 2 gallons of warm water in a large plastic bucket. Use with a mop or sponge.
- Glass Cleaner: To make your windows shine, you can simply use club soda in a spray bottle. Add 1 tsp. of lemon juice to increase your window cleaner’s degreasing power. Leftover newspaper works very well to reduce streaks
- Bathroom Surface Cleaners: You can use the all-purpose cleaners recommended above or, for even simpler bathroom cleaning, use baking soda or borax as a scouring powder. For a softer scrub, combine 1/2 cup baking soda with enough liquid soap to achieve a frosting-like consistency. You may want to add 5-10 drops of an essential oil for fragrance. Club soda works wonders on plumbing fixtures.
- Toilet Cleaner: Sprinkle baking soda or borax, or pour white vinegar into the toilet, and let sit for a few minutes. Scrub with a good toilet brush.
- Oven Cleaner: Cover the oven floor with baking soda, spray with water until very damp, and let set overnight. Spray with water every few hours before you go to bed to keep damp. In the morning, clean out the baking soda, and the stuck-on gunk will be loosened and ready to scrub off.
- Drain Cleaner: Put two tablespoons of baking soda into/over the drain of your sink or tub. Then pour one cup of vinegar on the baking soda. This will begin to fizz a lot and is completely normal. Wait a few minutes, and then pour a kettle of boiling water over the soda/vinegar residue.
- Mold Remover: Combe 1/2 cup hydrogen peroxide or white vinegar with 1 cup water. Spray on mold and do not rinse. You can also treat mold with a spray mixture of 2 tsp. tea tree oil and 2 cups water.
- Wood Polish: To polish wood furniture, dab olive oil or walnut oil onto a soft cloth and rub.
- Silver Polish: Just put some toothpaste on an old toothbrush or wet cloth and go to town. When you’re done polishing, rinse the item well in warm water and then dry with a soft cloth.