Holladay council approves bond refunding, later construction noise start and personnel policy changes
March 12, 2020, 6:03 p.m. · City Council Chambers, 4580 South 2300 East, Holladay
The council approved refunding its 2011 sales tax revenue bonds, with estimated savings of $175,000, moved the start of construction noise from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., and amended its personnel policy and internal policies. Council Member Matt Durham was excused and the city manager outlined early COVID-19 precautions. Roll calls show five votes, including the mayor.
From the approved minutes. Updated October 14, 2026.
Decisions at a glance
| Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Resolution 2020-13: Sales tax revenue refunding bonds | Approved · 5-0 |
| Ordinance 2020-04: Noise ordinance (Title 9.48) | Approved · 5-0 |
| Resolution 2020-14: Personnel policy amendments | Approved · 5-0 |
| Resolution 2020-15: Council internal policies | Approved · 5-0 |
| City manager report: coronavirus response | Discussed |
| Work meeting: ADUs, proposed in-fill zone, fire code amendments | Discussed |
| Closed session motion | Approved · 5-0 |
Agenda, item by item
Item IV · Budget
Resolution 2020-13: Sales tax revenue refunding bonds
Approved · 5-0
The council approved refinancing the 2011 sales tax revenue bond at a lower rate, which Council Member Gibbons asked about. A representative of Zions Bank confirmed the refinancing; estimated savings are $175,000. No principal amount is stated in the minutes.
- BondAmount not given to Zions Bank
Item V · City code
Ordinance 2020-04: Noise ordinance (Title 9.48)
Approved · 5-0
Construction noise may start at 8:00 a.m. instead of 7:00 a.m., power equipment is prohibited from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m., and construction shared with neighboring cities with different time rules is exempted.
Item VI · City code
Resolution 2020-14: Personnel policy amendments
Approved · 5-0
A state retirement system audit led to a requirement for a list of exempt positions; the policy exempts the city manager position and one council position elected before July 1, 2011. The city manager also sought direction on an employer 401(k) match for council members elected after that date; the mayor opposed allowing the match but said it should go to a public hearing. The city attorney said voting did not violate the ethics code.
Item VII · Other
Resolution 2020-15: Council internal policies
Approved · 5-0
Discussed together with the personnel policy item.
Item IX · Public safety
City manager report: coronavirus response
Discussed
The city followed state and county guidance, canceled mass gatherings over 100 people and affected events, and developed a continuity plan. Council meetings can be held remotely; the Planning Commission cannot. No action.
Item XI · City code
Work meeting: ADUs, proposed in-fill zone, fire code amendments
Discussed
Staff compared accessory dwelling unit rules in other jurisdictions and suggested tying ADUs to lot size. A new in-fill housing zone with 4,000-square-foot minimum lots and single-story homes was floated for revisiting in the fall. Fire code amendments were tabled. No action.
Item XII · Other
Closed session motion
Approved · 5-0
The council voted to close the meeting to discuss potential litigation and property acquisition or disposition; the agenda also listed personnel. The exit vote was unanimous.
What residents said
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