City building replacement projects and financing
City building replacement projects and financing, including Public Works Phase 2. In March 2024 a rebid came in $1.7 million over budget; the council directed staff to find funding on March 19 and on March 26 voted to proceed with the low bid with intent to fund the shortfall.
- Where it stands
- Approved
- Type
- Public project
- Location
- Citywide
- Applicant
- Sandy City
Every hearing and vote
June 14, 2022 · City Council work session
Building projects: priorities and financing
Approved · 4-3
Finance Director Brian Kelley reviewed the proposed Building Replacement Projects plan, the 2018 Building Replacement Study, project impacts, funding sources and options for additional funding. Mayor Monica Zoltanski stressed addressing the city's infrastructure priorities. Council Member Ryan Mecham called a point of order at 7:21 p.m. and the chair redirected discussion. A motion by Council Member Marci Houseman, seconded by Council Member Cyndi Sharkey, directing staff not to bring back a resolution that would trigger a Truth in Taxation hearing failed 3-4. After a recess and legal guidance on the process, Council Member Alison Stroud moved, seconded by Council Member Zach Robinson, to direct staff to bring back a resolution June 21 setting a Truth in Taxation hearing for Aug. 16, 2022, to generate up to $5 million in additional revenue for council consideration. It passed 4-3.
July 19, 2022 · City Council work session
Council discussion on capital facility needs
Discussed
Members listed individual priorities; the averaged order was Alta Canyon Recreation Center, Public Works facility, Fire Station 31, a tie between Council Chambers and a Parks and Recreation building, then the All Abilities Playground. A majority expressed no interest in pursuing a general obligation bond in November 2022, after which the mayor described the administration's capital priorities. Questions on added annual revenue and a preferred funding method were postponed. Fire Chief Bruce Cline spoke about the need to rebuild Fire Station 31. For next steps members asked to decide whether to rebuild or remodel Alta Canyon, to adopt a timeline for other facilities, to examine Sprung structures and funding options such as a parks tax, bonding, sponsorships and corporate partnerships, and to involve the Alta Canyon advisory board.
August 16, 2022 · City Council
Capital facilities proposal (Resolution 22-43C)
Approved
Council Member Marci Houseman presented a proposal sponsored by Houseman, Council Member Scott Earl and Council Member Zach Robinson allocating up to $1 million to begin design concepts for Fire Station 31, up to $7 million to build a new Public Works fleet building and up to $11 million for design and partial construction of Alta Canyon Recreation Center. CAO Shane Pace presented the administration's 18-month action plan with two options for prioritizing capital needs. After lengthy discussion Council Member Cyndi Sharkey asked for time in early September for her own prioritization proposal, and the council agreed to schedule it before Sept. 20. The council passed a motion to bring Resolution 22-43C back for consideration Sept. 20; the notes record a roll call but give no tally.
September 13, 2022 · City Council work session
Capital projects proposal, first reading: Alta Canyon Sports Center funding option
Approved
Council Member Cyndi Sharkey summarized recent capital facilities discussions and proposed a funding option for the Alta Canyon Sports Center that includes seeking outside funding through corporate naming-rights sponsorships, outlining the process and parameters. After lengthy discussion, with the administration giving its views, members said they wanted to move forward and supported the proposal. The council approved a procedural motion substituting the draft alternate Resolution 22-43C with amended language, to be discussed and voted on at the Sept. 20 public hearing. The notes say it carried but give no tally.
September 20, 2022 · City Council
Public hearing: capital facilities Resolution 22-43C
Approved with conditions
The resolution covers building replacement appropriations for Public Works, Fire Station 31 and the Alta Canyon Sports Center, direction on pursuing sponsorships and naming rights for Alta Canyon, and an intention to pledge future funds to its rebuild or remodel. Council Member Marci Houseman explained the allocations and said all three projects were being considered. Council Member Ryan Mecham moved, with Council Member Alison Stroud seconding, to add that the city intends to fully fund replacement of Fire Station 31, and the council adopted the resolution as amended. The notes say it carried but give no tally, and do not list final dollar amounts.
October 4, 2022 · City Council
Public Works Phase 2 capital facilities update
Discussed
Public Works Director Mike Gladbach gave an overview of the Phase 2 capital facilities project and its timeline. Council members were enthusiastic and invited him to return with a progress update.
October 11, 2022 · City Council work session
Fire Station 31 update
Discussed
Fire Chief Bruce Cline updated the council on concept plans and possible sites and asked for a closed session to discuss land purchase details.
March 19, 2024 · City Council
Public Works Phase 2 update and bid direction
Discussed
Public Works Director Mike Gladbach said the new bid is $1.7 million over budget and valid for 30 days. Staff redesigned to cut costs, including tilt-up concrete, removing a breezeway and mezzanine and eliminating a brine storage shed. Steve Van Maren suggested authorizing $2 million. The council directed staff to identify funding options, and the item was to return the next week.
March 26, 2024 · City Council
Public Works Phase 2 bid status and funding
Approved
Public Works Director Mike Gladbach reviewed the projected $1.7 million shortfall and Finance Director Brian Kelley presented funding options. The council discussed selling city property and recoding park impact fees. Steve Van Maren supported Phase 2. A friendly amendment from Council Member Cyndi Sharkey about a parcel west of the stadium was declined. The council voted by roll call to proceed with the low bid with the intent to fund the shortfall; the tally is not recorded, and funding sources will be reviewed further.
April 16, 2024 · City Council
Public Works Phase 2 funding options (Resolutions 24-15C and 24-11C)
Approved
Finance Director Brian Kelley presented two resolutions to cover a $1.7 million shortfall. Council Director Dustin Fratto detailed Resolution 24-15C, which recommends selling a city parcel (the triangle parcel) and transferring capital projects fund appropriations for FY 2024. The CAO discussed a possible property exchange with Real Salt Lake. No one spoke. Resolution 24-15C was adopted; the vote is not itemized. Council Member Marci Houseman was excused after the vote.
October 15, 2024 · City Council
Capital projects update: Fire Station 31 and Public Works Phase 2
Discussed
Fire Chief Ryan McConaghie said Fire Station 31 is a two-story building off Monroe Street with a construction timelapse camera. Public Works Director Ryan Kump said Phase 2, the fleet building, is expected to finish in July 2025, with value engineering and in-house labor savings. The council thanked staff.
January 14, 2025 · City Council work session
Council budget priorities workshop (matter 25-016)
Discussed
Council Members Marci Houseman and Zach Robinson proposed the workshop to set high-level council budget priorities for FY 2026 and beyond. Matt Dixon, described in the minutes as a city manager (once as South Jordan's and once as South Ogden's, which the source does not resolve), facilitated a roundtable. Mayor Monica Zoltanski discussed priorities tied to Connect, Protect and Create: competitive employee pay, Fire Station 31, Public Works Phase 2 and economic development. CAO Shane Pace cited increased revenue from renegotiated contracts and fees and the need for state mitigation funds for the medically vulnerable people shelter. Administration and department heads left about 5:40 p.m. The council took a break from 7:14 to 7:20 p.m. No votes or dollar amounts were recorded.
January 28, 2025 · City Council
Public Works winter update
Discussed
Public Works Director Ryan Kump covered engineering hires, construction of the Phase 2 fleet shop, expected to finish in July 2025, and the spring bulk waste program running March to May. He introduced Assistant City Engineer Travis Ackermann and City Transportation Engineer Ivan Hooper. Council Member Brooke D'Sousa was excused at 5:50 p.m.