Sandy council approves amended council meeting policies 5-2 and plans return to in-person meetings
March 2, 2021, 5:15 p.m. · Online meeting (Sandy City Council, 10000 Centennial Parkway)
The Sandy City Council, meeting online, approved amendments to its meeting policies on a 5-2 vote, including moving standing reports to the end of meetings. Staff outlined a timeline for returning to in-person and hybrid meetings, and the council heard presentations on the Central Wasatch Commission, curbside glass recycling and employee mental health programs.
From the approved minutes. Updated October 14, 2026.
Decisions at a glance
| Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Curbside glass recycling | Discussed |
| Mental health and employee wellness | Discussed |
| Council policy amendments | Approved · 5-2 |
| Live meeting protocols and return to in-person meetings | Discussed |
| Closed session on the character, professional competence or health of an individual | Approved · 7-0 |
Agenda, item by item
Item 1 · Presentation
Central Wasatch Commission
Discussed
Council Member Marci Houseman introduced Millcreek Mayor Jeff Silvestrini and Ralph Becker, who explained the commission's goals, its Mountain Transportation System and member benefits. The commission aims for a consensus recommendation by April 5, 2021. No vote was taken.
Item 2 · Public safety
Curbside glass recycling
Discussed
Public Works Director Mike Gladbach introduced Jason Utgaard of Momentum Recycling, who reviewed the process, statistics, projections and outreach. No vote was taken.
Item 3 · Public safety
Mental health and employee wellness
Discussed
Police Chief Greg Severson described peer support, critical incident debriefing and counseling, and Fire Chief Bruce Cline described the Fire Department's program history and effectiveness. No vote was taken.
Item 5 · City code
Council policy amendments
Approved · 5-2
Council Member Zach Robinson moved to approve proposed amendments to the council's policies as amended in discussion. Council Member Alison Stroud proposed moving standing reports to the end of meetings, which Robinson accepted. Sandra Haak supported the changes but raised concerns about time management at the two monthly business meetings. Jim Edwards supported the changes and asked for citizen comment at work sessions. Katie Johnson asked that work sessions be easily accessible and that public comment be allowed at both work sessions and business meetings. Council Members Cyndi Sharkey and Brooke Christensen voted no.
Item 6 · Other
Live meeting protocols and return to in-person meetings
Discussed
Council Office Executive Director Mike Applegarth outlined a timeline for returning to in-person and hybrid meetings and noted needed chamber upgrades. The council gave feedback on a target date and directed staff to return with a hybrid meeting plan. No vote was taken.
Item 7 · Other
Closed session on the character, professional competence or health of an individual
Approved · 7-0
The council voted to convene a closed session and adjourn afterward.
What residents said
Council meeting policiesPublic comment at work sessionsReturn to in-person meetingsCurbside glass recyclingOpen space
Sandra Haak, speaking for the Dimple Dell Preservation Community, thanked park officers. Wendy Fisher of Utah Open Lands supported open space campaigns. Steve Van Maren asked that the council return to the top of the agenda after public comment. Jim Edwards requested a copy of the employee political activity FAQ and raised concerns about the need for a council attorney.