On the agenda: Slc County Council Meeting — Data Center (Nov 3)

SALT LAKE COUNTY

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Salt Lake City, UT 84114
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County Council
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, November 3, 2026

12:30 PM

Council Chambers, Room N1-110

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1.

CALL TO ORDER
Invocation - Reading or Thought - Pledge of Allegiance
1.1 Quorum Call—Roll Call Vote

2.

PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment will be limited to one hour

3.

REPORT OF ELECTED OFFICIALS:
3.1 County Council Members
3.2 County Mayor

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3.3 Other Elected County Officials
4.

CONSENT ITEMS
4.1 Consideration of a Resolution of the Salt Lake County Council
Authorizing the Purchase and Acquisition of a Parcel of Real
Property Located in Salt Lake County from Don L. Skaggs and
Teresa A. Skaggs for $150,000.00 to be Paid From the Open Space
Fund

26-1099

Attachments:
1.
Resolution Authorizing Purchase of Skaggs Property - RAFL (2) - (Rev.2 10.26.26)
4.2 Consideration of Approval of an Hourly Rate of $20 for
Councilmembers-Elect During Their 2026 Onboarding As PartTime Temporary SLCO Employees

26-1102

Attachments: None
5.

APPROVAL OF TAX LETTERS
5.1 Vehicle Registration Refunds

26-1087

Attachments:
1.
26-1087 MV0022 Non-Vet DMV Refund $110.00 ryh
2.
26-1087 MV0027 DMV Vet Refund $2930.00 ryh
6.

APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
6.1 Approval of October 20, 2026, County Council Minutes

26-1110

Attachments:
1.
10-20-2026 Council Minutes
7.

WORK SESSION
7.1 Informational Update on the Proposed Hire Report / Incentive
Plans - $3000 and Under / Weekly Reclassification Report

26-1109

Presenter: Hoa Nguyen, Council Budget and Policy Analyst
(Less than 5 minutes)
Informational
Attachments:
1.
Proposed Hire Report - 10-28-2026
2.
Incentive Plans - $3,000 and Under 10-28-2026

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3.

Meeting Agenda

November 3, 2026

Weekly Reclassification Report 10-28-2026

7.2 2027 Budget Workshop Under the Direction of David Delquadro,
Council Chief Financial Manager:

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• Assessor: Chris Stavros
• Regional Development: Catherine Kanter, Deputy Mayor of
County Operations; Lauren Littlefield, Office of Regional
Development Sr. Policy Advisor/Director of Operations
• Emergency Services: Catherine Kanter, Deputy Mayor of
County Operations; Tara Behunin, Salt Lake County
Emergency Management
TIME CERTAIN: 3:00 PM
• Justice Courts: Judge Shauna Graves-Robertson
• Tourism, Recreation, Cultural, and Convention (TRCC)
Fund Long-Range Plan: Robin Chalhoub, Community
Services Director
• Other 2027 Budget-Related Items
Presenter: David Delquadro, Fiscal Manager, Council
(150 minutes)
Discussion - Vote Needed
Attachments:
1.
Emergency Services 2027 Budget Presentation.FINAL
8.

PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ISSUANCE OF PUBLIC NOTICES
8.1 Set a Public Hearing for November 10, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. for the
Purpose of Receiving Public Comment About Any Potential
Compensation Increases in the 2027 Salt Lake County Budget for
Designated ‘Executive County Officers’ as Required by Utah Code
Ann. 17-66-401(2)

26-1097

Attachments:
1.
2027 Executive County Officer Salaries
9.

PENDING LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS
9.1 Consideration of a Resolution of the Salt Lake County Council
Authorizing the Execution of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement
with the University of Utah, on Behalf of the Kem C. Gardner
Policy Institute

26-1108

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Presenter: Lauren Littlefield, Office of Regional Development
(Less than 5 minutes)
Discussion - Vote Needed
Attachments:
1.
261021 Interlocal Agreement_RATF_SIGNED
2.
261021 Resolution_RATF
9.2 Consideration of Approval of Salt Lake County Countywide Policy
on Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Program

26-1101

Presenter: Aimee Winder Newton, Salt Lake County Council Chair; Laurie Stringham, Salt
Lake County Council Member
Lisa Hartman, Associate Deputy Mayor; Emily Paskett, Director of Special Projects, Office
of Regional Development; Chris Firmage, Acting Director of Sustainability, Office of
Regional Development
(10 minutes)
Discussion - Vote Needed
Attachments:
1.
Salt Lake County--Countywide Policy on Electric Vehicle Charging Station Program
9.3 Consideration of Approval of an Electric Vehicle Charging Fee at
County Owned Stations

26-1103

Presenter: Lisa Hartman, Associate Deputy Mayor; Emily Paskett, Special Projects
Director, Office of Regional Development; Chris Firmage, Acting Director of
Sustainability, Office of Regional Development
(Less than 5 minutes)
Discussion - Vote Needed
Attachments:
1.
Electric Vehicle Charging Fee Schedule
9.4 First Reading of an Ordinance of the Legislative Body of Salt Lake
County, Utah, Amending Section 2.04.160 of the Salt Lake County
Code of Ordinances, 2001, Entitled "Form of Action" to
Memorialize Procedures Related to the Council's Adoption of
Legislative Intent Items as Part of the County Budget Process and
the Council's Issuance of Proclamations, and Related Matters

26-1107

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Presenter: Mitchell F. Park, Salt Lake County Council Legal Counsel
(5 minutes)
Discussion - Vote Needed
Attachments:
1.
Legislative Intent and Proclamation Ordinance(RAFL)
10. OTHER ITEMS REQUIRING COUNCIL APPROVAL
11. OTHER BUSINESS
ADJOURN

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SALT LAKE COUNTY

2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114

Agenda Item

Item ID: 26-1099
Requested Agenda Date:
11/3/2026
Requested Agenda Title:
Consideration of a Resolution of the Salt Lake County Council Authorizing the Purchase and
Acquisition of a Parcel of Real Property Located in Salt Lake County from Don L. Skaggs and
Teresa A. Skaggs for $150,000.00 to be Paid From the Open Space Fund
Requested Agenda Item Description:
DON L. SKAGGS AND TERESA A. SKAGGS (“Sellers”), are the owners of a parcel of real
property located at approximately 3072 Sherwood Dr., Salt Lake City, Utah 84108, identified as
Parcel No. 16-14-400-008-0000, (“Sellers’ Property”); and
Sellers have agreed to sell, convey and assign Sellers’ Property to Salt Lake County (“County”),
and County has agreed to buy and accept Sellers’ Property from Sellers, for the purchase price of
One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000.00 “Purchase Price”), subject to Council’s
approval. County and Sellers have negotiated the terms of a Real Estate Purchase and Sale
Agreement ("PSA") for the acquisition of Sellers’ Property, substantially in the form attached
hereto as Exhibit 1, and County seeks Council’s approval to execute the PSA. This acquisition is
being paid for by the Open Space Fund and will support the County’s Open Space program and
provide opportunities for additional connections to the Bonneville Shoreline Trail (BST); and
Seller’s Property is currently subject to a lease, which has been in place since at least 1993, for
the Sheriff’s Office radio transmission equipment. The lease will be terminated when County
acquires Seller’s Property. By acquiring Seller’s Property, County will no longer need to pay the
lease, resulting in ongoing cost savings. It has been determined that the best interests of County
and the general public will be served by authorizing the purchase of Sellers’ Property and the
execution of the PSA.
Requested Action: Discussion - Vote Needed

Presenter(s) with Titles: Justin Hawes, Real Estate Division Director
Time Needed: 5 minutes
Is this Item Time-Sensitive and/or Requesting a Time-Certain? No

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Requesting Staff Member:
Justin Hawes
Real Estate Division Director
Attachments:

Resolution Authorizing Purchase of Skaggs Property - RAFL (2) - (Rev.2
10.26.26)

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RESOLUTION NO._____________

DATE______________________________

A RESOLUTION OF THE SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING
THE PURCHASE AND ACQUISITION OF A PARCEL OF REAL PROPERTY
LOCATED IN SALT LAKE COUNTY
FROM DON L. SKAGGS AND TERESA A. SKAGGS
RECITALS
WHEREAS, DON L. SKAGGS AND TERESA A. SKAGGS (“Sellers”), are the owner
of a parcel of real property located at approximately 3072 Sherwood Dr., Salt Lake City, Utah
84108, identified as Parcel No. 16-14-400-008-0000, (“Sellers’ Property”); and
WHEREAS, Sellers have agreed to sell, convey and assign Sellers’ Property to Salt Lake
County (“County”), and County has agreed to buy and accept Sellers’ Property from Sellers, for
the purchase price of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000.00 “Purchase Price”),
subject to Council’s approval; and
WHEREAS, County and Sellers have negotiated the terms of a Real Estate Purchase and
Sale Agreement ("PSA") for the acquisition of Sellers’ Property, substantially in the form
attached hereto as Exhibit 1, and County seeks Council’s approval to execute the PSA; and
WHEREAS, this acquisition is being paid for by Open Space Fund and will support the
County’s Open Space program and provide opportunities for additional connections to the
Bonneville Shoreline Trail (BST); and
WHEREAS, Seller’s Property is currently subject to a lease, which has been in place
since at least 1993, for the Sheriff’s Office radio transmission equipment. The lease will be
terminated when County acquires Seller’s Property. By acquiring Seller’s Property, County will
no longer need to pay the lease, resulting in ongoing cost savings; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that the best interests of County and the general
public will be served by authorizing the purchase of Sellers’ Property and the execution of the
PSA.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Salt Lake County Council that the
acquisition of the real property described in Exhibit 1 ("Sellers’ Property") from DON L.
SKAGGS AND TERESA A. SKAGGS, for a purchase price of One Hundred Fifty Thousand
Dollars ($150,000.00), pursuant to the terms and conditions of that certain Real Estate Purchase
and Sale Agreement substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit 1, is hereby approved.

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The Mayor, or the Mayor's designee, is authorized and directed to execute the Real Estate
Purchase and Sale Agreement and such other documents as may be reasonably necessary to
consummate the acquisition of Sellers’ Property on behalf of Salt Lake County.

APPROVED and ADOPTED this ______ day of ____________, 2026.
SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL

By: _____________________________________
Council Chair

ATTEST:
_______________________________
Lannie Chapman
Salt Lake County Clerk

Council Member Harrison voting
__________
Council Member Johnson voting
__________
Council Member Moreno voting
__________
Council Member Pinkney voting
__________
Council Member Romero voting
__________
Council Member Stewart voting
__________
Council Member Stringham voting
__________
Council Member Theodore voting
__________
Council Member Winder Newton voting __________

Reviewed and Advised as to Form and Legality:

John E. Diaz

Digitally signed by John E. Diaz
Date: 2026.10.26 09:18:12
-06'00'

__________________________
John E. Diaz
Senior Deputy District Attorney
Salt Lake County

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EXHIBIT 1

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AGREEMENT
for
PURCHASE AND SALE
of
REAL PROPERTY
and
ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS
THIS AGREEMENT FOR PURCHASE AND SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND
ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS (“Agreement”) is dated effective as of ____________, 2026, (the
“Effective Date”), by and between SALT LAKE COUNTY, a body corporate and politic of the
State of Utah, with its business address located at 2001 South State Street, Salt Lake City, Utah
84190 (“Buyer”) and DON L. SKAGGS AND TERESA A. SKAGGS, individuals, husband and
wife, with their mailing address located at PO BOX 171437, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 (“Sellers”).
Sellers and Buyer may be referred to jointly as the “Parties” and individually as a “Party.”
RECITALS
WHEREAS, Sellers are the owner of a parcel of real property located at approximately
3072 Sherwood Dr., Salt Lake City, UT 84108, identified as Parcel No. 16-14-400-008-0000, as
more specifically described in Exhibit A, and incorporated herein by this reference (“Seller’s
Property”); and
WHEREAS, Buyer desires to purchase the Property from Sellers, and Sellers are willing
to sell the Property to Buyer, pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
WHEREAS, this Agreement also constitutes escrow instructions to the Escrow Agent
named herein below.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing, and other good and valuable
consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, Sellers and Buyer
hereby agree as follows:
ARTICLE 1
AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE AND SELL
1.1
Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, Sellers hereby agree to sell
the Property to Buyer, and Buyer hereby agrees to purchase the Property from Sellers.

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ARTICLE 2
ESCROW AGENT AND ESCROW
2.1
The Parties shall open an escrow with National Title Agency of Utah, Inc., 6770
South 900 East, Suite 101, Midvale, UT 84047. Attention: Blake Rowley (“Escrow Agent”) no
later than seven (7) business days after the Acceptance Date, by depositing the Earnest Money
(defined below) and an executed copy of this Agreement with the Escrow Agent. Escrow Agent,
by its execution at the end hereof, agrees to act as Escrow Agent under this Agreement. The
“Acceptance Date” shall be the date on which the last of Buyer and Sellers executes this
Agreement.
ARTICLE 3
PURCHASE PRICE
3.1
The Purchase Price for the Property (“Purchase Price”) shall be the amount of One
Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000.00). The Purchase Price shall be paid as follows:
3.1.1 Within seven (7) business days of the Acceptance Date, Buyer shall deposit
with the Escrow Agent the sum of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) earnest money (the “Earnest
Money”) in cash or cash equivalent federal funds.
3.1.2 The balance of the Purchase Price, together with the Earnest Money, shall
be paid to Seller in cash or cash equivalent federal funds at Closing (defined below).
3.2
The Escrow Agent shall deposit all Earnest Money into an interest-bearing
account(s) insured by the FDIC. At Closing, the Earnest Money will be disbursed to Sellers as
part of the Purchase Price, and any interest earned on the Earnest Money will be disbursed or
credited to Buyer. In the event Closing does not occur, the Earnest Money will be paid to Sellers
or Buyer as otherwise provided under the terms of this Agreement. If Buyer fails to deliver the
Earnest Money to Escrow Agent within the time periods set forth above, Sellers may, at any time
thereafter, and until such times as Buyer delivers the Earnest Money, terminate this Agreement by
providing written notice to Buyer, in which event this Agreement shall terminate and the Parties
will have no further rights or obligations hereunder except those obligations which expressly
survive the termination of this Agreement.
ARTICLE 4
BUYER DUE DILIGENCE AND CONTINGENCIES
4.1
Seller Disclosures. Within seven (7) days after the Acceptance Date, Sellers will
provide the following documents (in electronic format, if available), reports and information (the
“Sellers Disclosures”), to the extent in Sellers’ possession, to Buyer:
4.1.1 A current title insurance commitment (the “Commitment”) issued by
Escrow Agent, in which Escrow Agent agrees to insure title to the Property, together with copies
of all recorded exception documents described in the Commitment;

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4.1.2

A copy of Sellers’ existing A.L.T.A. survey of the Property (the “Survey”);

4.1.3 Copies of all engineering, environmental, and soils reports for the Property
in the possession or control of Sellers;
4.1.4 To the extent not included in the Commitment, any land use applications,
approvals, or permits concerning the Property (excluding permits related solely to Sellers’ business
and are otherwise unrelated to the Property, such as a business license), or any local or special
improvement districts, bonds, or other assessments affecting the Property;
4.1.5 To the extent not included in the Commitment, a copy of all agreements
with governmental authorities, easements or other agreements that will encumber the Property
before or after Closing;
4.1.6 To the extent not included in the Commitment, any covenants, easements
and restrictions (i.e., CCRs, DEC, etc.), which affect the Property;
4.1.7 A copy of any lease agreements between Sellers and any third-party
(“Tenants”) or its assigns or sublessees for any portion of the Property, and any and all
amendments thereto, if any (the “Leases”) which will survive the Closing; and
4.1.8 A copy of all building plans and specifications, contracts,
service/management agreements related to the Property, in the possession or control of Sellers,
which will survive the Closing.
4.1.9 Notwithstanding the foregoing to the contrary, Sellers shall not be required
to deliver any purchase and escrow agreements and correspondence pertaining to Sellers’
acquisition of the Property, any documents pertaining to any potential acquisition of the Property
by any past or prospective purchasers, any third party purchase inquiries and correspondence,
internally-prepared documents, studies, and any documents which are subject to attorney-client
privilege or any documents related to Seller’s or its affiliates operation of its business which are
not binding on the Property or which will be terminated prior to Closing. All such Sellers
Disclosures shall be delivered to Buyer as an accommodation only, with no representation or
warranty from Sellers as to the accuracy or completion thereof, and with no right on the part of
Buyer or any other person to rely thereon without the express written consent of Sellers and of the
third Person which prepared such report.
4.2
Buyer’s Review of Title and Title Contingency. Buyer shall have the time
afforded during the Due Diligence Period (defined below) to review the Commitment and any
survey and to deliver written notice to Sellers of any matters contained therein or in any survey
(the “Title Objection Notice”) to which Buyer objects, (the “Title Review Period”). If Buyer does
not deliver a Title Objection Notice within the Title Review Period, then Buyer shall be deemed
to have approved all matters shown by the Commitment and any survey. Any matters to which
Buyer does not object shall be deemed to be “Permitted Encumbrances.” If Buyer delivers a Title
Objection Notice during the Title Review Period, then within ten (10) calendar days following
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notice to Buyer (the “Sellers Cure Notice”) pursuant to which Sellers will specify, in Sellers’ sole
discretion, which matters contained in the Title Objection Notice, if any, Sellers are willing to cure
or cause to be removed, or cause the Escrow Agent to commit to insurance against, as of Closing.
If Sellers fail to deliver a Sellers Cure Notice prior to the expiration of the Cure Period, Sellers
shall be deemed to have elected to not cure any of Buyer’s objections set forth in its Title Objection
Notice. If Sellers elects, or is deemed to have elected, to not cure all Buyer’s objections set forth
in the Title Objection Notice, or has not elected, or deemed to have not elected, to have the Escrow
Agent to commit to insurance against any matter objected to by Buyer, then Buyer may, within
three (3) business days after the earlier to occur of (a) Buyer’s receipt of the Sellers Cure Notice,
or (b) the expiration of the Cure Period, either: (i) waive the correction or removal of, or the
commitment of insurance against, such matters by the Sellers and proceed to Closing (in which
event such matters shall be deemed to be Permitted Encumbrances); or (b) terminate this
Agreement by giving written notice to Sellers and Escrow Agent of such termination within such
three (3) business day period (in which event, the Earnest Money, together with any interest
thereon, shall be refunded to Buyer in full, and Buyer and Sellers will have no further rights or
obligations hereunder except those obligations which expressly survive the termination of this
Agreement). If Buyer does not give timely notice of an election to terminate this Agreement
pursuant to clause (ii), Buyer will be conclusively deemed to have waived the correction or
removal of such matters. If Buyer elects, or is deemed to have elected, to waive the correction or
removal of, or the commitment of insurance against, such matters by the Sellers and proceed to
Closing pursuant to clause (i) above, Buyer will have the right, at Buyer’s cost and expense, to
seek to have the Escrow Agent commit to insure against such exception(s), provided, Buyer’s
ability to obtain such commitment to insure against such exception(s) shall not be a condition to
Closing.
4.3
Buyer’s Additional Inspections and Inspection Period. Buyer shall have the
period of time commencing on the Acceptance Date and ending at 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time on
the sixtieth (60th) calendar day thereafter (the “Due Diligence Period”), to review the Sellers
Disclosures and to conduct such additional inspections and evaluations of the Property as Buyer
deems appropriate in its sole discretion (the “Inspections”), including without limitation a survey;
economic, financial, architectural, and engineering studies; environmental audits and studies; soils
studies; appraisals; evaluations of the impact on County operations; and evaluations of the zoning
and permitted uses of the Property. All such Inspections will be performed at Buyer’s sole cost
and expense and will be conducted in such a manner so not to unreasonably disrupt the activities
and business of Sellers and its tenants. Buyer reserves the right to obtain a final approval from the
Salt Lake County Council, and the County Mayor for the purchase of the Property prior to the end
of the Due Diligence Period. Buyer, its agents and contractors shall be allowed access to the
Property at all reasonable times and upon not less than forty-eight (48) hours prior written notice
to conduct the Inspections. Buyer agrees, however, (a) that Buyer will not cause or allow any liens
to be filed against the Property as a result of the Inspections; (b) that no test wells will be drilled,
core samples taken, or other invasive or sub-surface testing or inspections done without the prior
written consent of Sellers, which consent may not be unreasonably withheld or conditioned, and,
if required by Sellers, any such invasive testing will be accompanied by a representative of Sellers;
(c) that if the subject transaction fails to close for any reason, Buyer shall, at Buyer’s expense,
reasonably repair and/or restore the Property as nearly as possible to its condition prior to said
Inspections; and that (d) Buyer will indemnify Sellers and hold Sellers harmless from and against
any and all claims, liens, demands, liabilities and causes of action (including, without limitation,
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attorney’s fees and costs) arising from or relating to the Inspections or the entry and activities on
the Property of Buyer, its agents and contractors. The obligations of Buyer under clauses (a)-(d)
above, will survive Closing or earlier termination of this Agreement and will remain effective
indefinitely.
4.3.1 Buyer’s Review of Inspections and Termination Right. Buyer shall have
until the end of the Due Diligence Period to consider the results of the Inspections described in
this Article 4.3 and to approve or disapprove the same in Buyer’s sole discretion. If for any reason
Buyer is not satisfied with the results of any of the Inspections or is unable to secure a final
approval from the Salt Lake County Council, the County Mayor for the purchase of the Property,
Buyer, in its sole discretion, may terminate this Agreement by written notice given to Sellers prior
to the expiration of the Due Diligence Period. In the event that Buyer does not give timely notice
of termination, then Buyer’s right to terminate the Agreement under this Article 4.3.1 will be
waived and expire.
4.3.2 Insurance. Prior to any entry by Buyer and/or any of Buyer’s employees,
contractors and agents on the Property (“Buyer’s Consultants”), Buyer shall furnish Sellers with a
certificate of self-insurance.
4.4
Effect of Termination or Failure to Terminate. In the event that Buyer elects to
terminate this Agreement pursuant to the termination right contained in Article 4.3.1 and gives
timely written notice of termination, then (a) Buyer will repair any damage caused to the Property
by Buyer’s studies, inspections, or entries on the Property, (b) Buyer will deliver to Sellers all third
party reports, studies, test results and engineering which Buyer has obtained with respect to the
Property, (c) the Earnest Money together with all interest thereon will be returned in full to Buyer;
and (d) thereafter Buyer and Sellers will be released from any further obligations under this
Agreement except for the obligations which expressly survive the termination of this Agreement.
If Buyer does not terminate this Agreement pursuant to Article 4.3.1, then the Earnest Money shall
become nonrefundable (except in the event of a material default by Seller) and Buyer and Seller
shall close the purchase and sale of the Property at the price and upon the terms and conditions set
forth herein.
ARTICLE 5
PROPERTY PURCHASED “AS IS”
5.1

Buyer Accepts Property As Is.

5.1.1 As provided in Article 4 of this Agreement, Buyer has the opportunity to satisfy
itself prior to Closing as to all aspects of the Property, its title and condition. Accordingly, if Buyer
proceeds with the purchase of the Property, then except for Sellers’ express representations and
warranties contained in this Agreement and in the Deed (as hereinafter defined), Buyer agrees to
accept the Property on an “AS IS, WHERE IS, AND WITH ALL FAULTS” basis, in its present
state and condition, and in reliance solely upon Buyer’s own investigation of the Property. Neither
Sellers nor any agents, employees, or affiliates of Sellers have made representations or warranties,
expressed or implied, which concern the Property, or which have induced Buyer to enter into or to
consummate this Agreement, except as are expressly set forth in this Agreement or in the Deed.
Without limiting the foregoing, Buyer shall not be entitled to, and shall not rely on, Sellers or
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Sellers’ agents as to the following, except as set forth in Article 5.1 (the “Assumed Conditions”):
(a) the quality, nature, adequacy or physical condition of the Property including, but not limited
to, the quality, nature, adequacy or physical condition of soils or the existence of ground water at
the Property; (b) the existence, quality, nature, adequacy or physical condition of any utilities
serving the Property; (c) the development potential of the Property, its merchantability or fitness,
or the suitability or adequacy of the Property for any particular purpose; (d) the zoning or the
compliance with any conditional use permit or other legal status of the Property; (e) compliance
of the Property generally or in connection with any particular use with any applicable codes, laws,
regulations, statutes, ordinances, covenants, conditions or restrictions of any governmental or
quasi-governmental entity, or of any other person or entity; (f) compliance of the Property with
applicable environmental laws and ordinances; (g) the susceptibility of the Property to seismic
hazards; or (i) any other matters related to the Property.
5.2
Termination of Leases. Notwithstanding any other provision herein to the
contrary, Sellers shall, prior to the Closing, (i) exercise reasonable efforts to terminate any Leases
with existing Tenants so that no Leases with Seller extend beyond Closing (“Lease Termination”)
and (ii) shall be responsible for and shall indemnify and hold Buyer harmless against, any
termination fees payable to Tenants as a result of any Lease Termination. Sellers shall provide
written notice to Buyer prior to Closing of all Lease Terminations. The indemnification obligation
in this Article 5.2 shall survive Closing.
5.3
Sellers’ Conditions Precedent to Sale. As a condition precedent to Sellers’
obligation to sell the Property and effect the Closing, Sellers must be fully satisfied, in Sellers’
sole judgment and discretion, as to each of the following:
5.3.1 All representations and warranties provided by Buyer hereunder are true
and correct in all material respects as of the Closing Date (defined below).
5.3.2 Buyer shall have performed all of its obligations under this Agreement,
including its obligations to deliver the Purchase Price at Closing as required herein.
In the event that any of the foregoing conditions are not satisfied by the Closing
Date, Seller may elect to exercise its remedies under Article 10.1 below.
5.4
Buyer’s Conditions Precedent to Sale. As a condition precedent to Buyer’s
obligation to buy the Property and effect the Closing, Buyer must be fully satisfied, in Buyer’s
sole judgment and discretion, as to each of the following:
Closing Date.

5.4.1

Sellers shall have caused the Lease Terminations to be effected as of the

5.4.2 All representations and warranties provided by Sellers hereunder are true
and correct in all material respects as of the Closing Date.
5.4.3

Sellers shall have performed all its obligations under this Agreement.

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5.4.4 Salt Lake County Council, and the County Mayor, have approved the
purchase of the Property.
In the event any of the foregoing conditions set forth in Articles 5.4.1 through 5.4.3
above are not satisfied by the Closing Date, Buyer may elect to exercise its remedies under Article
10.2 below. In the event condition set forth in Article 5.4.4 above is not satisfied by the Closing
Date, Buyer’s sole remedy shall be to cancel the contract and obtain the return of the Earnest
Money and all accrued interest thereon.
ARTICLE 6
CLOSE OF ESCROW
6.1
Closing. Subject to Articles 4.3.1 and 4.4 above, Buyer and Sellers shall
consummate the sale and purchase of the Property as herein set forth (the “Closing”) on the date
that is on or before December 31st, 2026 (the “Closing Date”). If not closed on or prior to the
Closing Date or extended by written agreement of the Parties, each Party shall be entitled to pursue
its remedies as set forth in this Agreement.
6.1.1 Sellers Deliveries. In connection with Closing, Sellers shall deliver the
following to Escrow Agent at or prior to the Closing Date (except as noted below) in exchange for
the Purchase Price:
6.1.1.1
An executed Special Warranty Deed (the “Deed”) conveying
to Buyer fee title to the Property, subject to the Permitted Encumbrances. Sellers shall
convey to Buyer good and marketable title to the Property, free and clear of all liens,
restrictions and encumbrances, except for: (i) the lien for current, non-delinquent taxes and
assessments, (ii) those matters which would be disclosed by an accurate survey of the
Property or could have been ascertained by an inspection of the Property, (iii) recorded
reservations, easements, rights-of-way, declarations, covenants, conditions, and
restrictions, (iv) all matters deemed approved or deemed approved by Buyer pursuant to
Article 4.2, and (v) any liens or other matters arising by or through acts of Buyer
(collectively, the “Permitted Encumbrances.”) The Deed shall be in the form attached to
this Agreement as Exhibit “B”.
6.1.1.2
If applicable, documents confirming termination of any
Leases or an executed assignment of any Lease to Buyer (if Buyer has elected such
assignment in its sole and absolute discretion).
6.1.1.3
Sellers shall have delivered to Escrow Agent such customary
affidavits reasonably required by the Escrow Agent so that at Closing, the Escrow Agent
may issue its standard form ALTA owner’s policy of title insurance (“Owner’s Policy”) in
the face amount of the Purchase Price showing title to the Property to be vested of record
in Buyer subject only to the Permitted Exceptions. Sellers shall pay the cost of standard
coverage ALTA insurance for Buyer.
6.1.1.4
Such other documents as Escrow Agent, in its reasonable
discretion, deems necessary or appropriate for the legal transfer of Seller’s right, title and
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interest in and to the Property, including, without limitation, a closing statement prepared
by Escrow Agent and approved by Sellers and Buyer.
6.1.2 Buyer Deliveries. In connection with Closing, Buyer shall deliver the
following to Escrow Agent at or prior to the Closing Date (except as noted below):
6.1.2.1

If applicable, an executed assignment of any Lease to Buyer.

6.1.2.2
The balance of the Purchase Price, as provided in Article 3,
which shall be deposited with Escrow Agent at least one (1) business day prior to
Closing.
6.1.2.3
Such other documents as Escrow Agent, in its reasonable
discretion, deems necessary or appropriate for the legal transfer of Sellers’ right,
title and interest in and to the Property, including, without limitation, a closing
statement prepared by Escrow Agent and approved by Sellers and Buyer.
6.2

Closing Costs and Prorations.

6.2.1 Sellers shall pay one half (1/2) of the escrow and closing fees. Sellers shall
also pay (i) the cost of the Owner’s Policy, with standard coverage, insuring Buyer’s title to the
Property in a face amount equal to the Purchase Price, (ii) the cost of recording the Deed and (iii)
the cost of any premium attributable to a matter that Buyer has objected to and Sellers have agreed
to cause the Escrow Agent to insure over in accordance with the requirements of Article 4.1
hereinabove.
6.2.2 Buyer shall pay one-half (1/2) of the escrow and closing fees. Buyer shall
also pay the cost of any title insurance endorsements and of obtaining an extended coverage to the
Owner’s Policy, if desired, except for any endorsements or coverages required of Seller as set forth
in Article 6.2.1(ii) above. Buyer shall pay all escrow and closing fees, recording fees and other
fees and costs relating to any loans obtained by Buyer to finance its purchase of the Property, as
well as any and all transfer taxes (or the like) if any.
6.2.3 Current real property taxes shall be pro-rated as of the Closing Date, which
pro-ration shall be treated by Buyer and Sellers as final. Any bonds or other assessments of record,
with respect to the portion of which are due and payable as of the Closing Date, shall be fully
discharged by Sellers concurrently with Closing. Provided, Sellers shall be entitled to the refund
of any improvement or construction bond amounts previously posted or deployed by Sellers in
connection with the development of the Property.
6.2.4 Except as provided in Article 5.2, all apportionable rents, income and
expenses will be prorated as of the Closing Date, which pro-ration shall be treated by Buyer and
Sellers as final.

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ARTICLE 7
REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF SELLERS
7.1
Sellers hereby makes the following representations and warranties, each of which
is material, and is being relied upon by Buyer, and shall be true as of the date hereof and at the
Closing with the same effect as though such representations and warranties had been made on each
such date:
7.1.1

Sellers are individuals, husband and wife.

7.1.2

Intentionally Omitted.

7.1.3

Sellers are the holders of fee title to the Property.

7.1.4 Sellers have not received written notice of any threatened or pending
condemnation proceeding or other litigation relating to the Property, except as provided in the
Sellers’ Disclosures, and except proceedings which have been resolved.
7.1.5 Sellers have not received written notice of any suit, order, or judgment, by
or on behalf of any federal, state, county or municipal authority, claiming or finding any violation
by the Property of any zoning, building, fire, air pollution, water pollution, or health law, or any
notice, suit, order, or judgment seeking or requiring any improvement, alteration, correction or
other work on the Property, except as provided in the Sellers’ Disclosures.
7.2
Sellers shall not, to the extent the same are within Sellers’ control, intentionally
take or intentionally fail to take any action that will cause any of the representations and warranties
set forth herein to be deemed to be untrue or incorrect as of the Closing, and if prior to the Closing
Sellers becomes knowledgeable that any of the foregoing covenants, representations, or warranties
are untrue or incorrect, or otherwise become untrue or incorrect, in each case, in any material
respect, Sellers shall promptly give written notice to Buyer of the occurrence of such event. Any
such notice by Sellers shall not constitute a breach of such representation or warranty or a default
by Sellers unless caused by the intentional acts or omissions of Sellers. If Buyer disapproves of
the subject of Sellers’ notice, then Buyer’s sole remedy shall be termination of this Agreement and
return of the Earnest Money, unless the subject of such notice is caused by the intentional acts or
omissions of Sellers in which case Buyer shall have the right to pursue its remedies under Article
10.2. Any such notice of Buyer’s disapproval and election to terminate this Agreement shall be
given, if at all, by Buyer within five (5) business days of receipt by Buyer of Sellers’ notice, and
the Closing Date shall be extended as needed to afford Buyer such five (5) business day period. If
Buyer fails to timely terminate this Agreement, the corresponding representations and warranties
shall be deemed modified as reasonably necessary in order to be true and correct in all material
respects. In the absence of any such written notice from Sellers, all of such covenants,
representations and warranties shall be deemed to be true as of the Closing the same as if fully
restated on the Closing Date.
7.3
The representations and warranties set forth in this Article 7 shall survive the
Closing for a period of six (6) months only. All claims for breach of such representations and
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warranties must be asserted in writing during such 6-month period. All claims asserted in writing
during such 6-month period shall survive such 6-month period until resolved. Furthermore, Buyer
agrees that the liability of Sellers for the breach of any or all of the representations and warranties
hereunder is limited to an amount equal to the Purchase Price, in the aggregate.
ARTICLE 8
REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF BUYER
8.1
Buyer hereby makes the following representations and warranties, each of which is
material, and is being relied upon by Sellers, and shall be true as of the date hereof and at the
Closing with the same effect as though such representations and warranties had been made on each
such date:
8.1.1 Buyer is a body corporate and politic of the State of Utah, duly organized,
existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of Utah.
8.1.2 Buyer shall seek, and in order to go forward and Close on the purchase of
the Property according to the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall have obtained, the
authorization of the Salt Lake County Council, and the County Mayor, to purchase the Property,
and all documents delivered by Buyer hereunder are duly and validly authorized, executed,
acknowledged (where called for) and delivered by Buyer.
8.2
The representations and warranties set forth in this Article 8 shall survive the
Closing for a period of six (6) months only. All claims for breach of such representations and
warranties must be asserted in writing during such 6-month period. All claims asserted in writing
during such 6-month period shall survive such 6-month period until resolved.
ARTICLE 9
NOTICES
9.1
Form of Notice. In order for any demand, consent, approval or other
communication to be effective under the terms of this Agreement, notice must be provided in
accordance with the provisions of this Article. All notices must be in writing. Notices may be
(a) delivered by hand, (b) transmitted by facsimile or electronic mail (with a duplicate copy sent
on the same day by one of the other permitted means described herein), (c) sent by certified or
registered mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, or (d) sent by reputable overnight courier
service, delivery charges prepaid.
9.2

Addresses. Notices shall be addressed as set forth below:
If to the Buyer:
SALT LAKE COUNTY
Attn: Salt Lake County Real Estate Division
2001 South State Street, #S3-110
Salt Lake City, Utah 84190-3100
Phone: 385-468-0341
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[email protected]
With a copy to:
Civil Division
Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office
35 West 500 South – Fifth Floor
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
[email protected]
If to the Sellers:
Don L. Skaggs and Teresa A. Skaggs
PO BOX 171437
Salt Lake City, UT 84117
801-718-8871
With a copy to:
Curtis R. Ward
Ward, Hill & Peck, P.C.
68 South Main Street, 8th Floor
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
[email protected]
If to Escrow Agent:
Blake Rowley
Commercial Escrow Officer
National Title Agency of Utah, Inc
6770 South 900 East, Suite 101
Midvale, UT 84047
Phone #801-265-3200
Fax #801-265-3201
9.3
Date Deemed Given. Notices delivered by hand or by overnight courier shall be
deemed given when actually received or when refused by their intended recipient, or such
recipient’s agent. Notices sent by facsimile or electronic mail will be deemed delivered when a
legible copy has been received (provided receipt has been verified by telephone confirmation or a
copy has also been sent on the same day as the facsimile or electronic mail transmission by one of
the other permitted means of giving notices under this Article). Mailed notices shall be deemed
given on the date of the first attempted delivery (whether or not actually received). Any Party may
change its address for notice by giving at least fifteen (15) business days’ prior notice of such
change to the other Parties.

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ARTICLE 10
DEFAULT
10.1 Default by Buyer. Buyer hereby acknowledges that Sellers, during the pendency
of this Agreement, shall be deferring their rights to sell the Property to another buyer. Buyer and
Sellers hereby further acknowledge that in the event of a breach or default by Buyer hereunder, it
would be both extremely difficult and impractical to determine the amount of damages suffered
by Sellers hereunder as a result of such breach by Buyer. Therefore, in an attempt to reasonably
estimate such damages, Buyer and Sellers agree that, subject to the provisions of this Agreement
(including, without limitation, Articles 4.3.1 and 4.4), in the event of a material default or breach
by Buyer hereunder and failure by Buyer to cure such default or breach within thirty (30) days
after written notice thereof from Sellers (provided, Buyer shall not be entitled to notice and cure
rights with respect to its failure to perform its obligations if such failure to perform its obligations
occurs on the Closing Date), Sellers, at their option, may (a) receive the Earnest Money and all
interest earned thereon as liquidated damages for such breach or default; or (b) pursue such other
remedies as may be available at law or in equity. An election by Sellers to retain the Earnest
Money shall not be deemed to be a waiver by Sellers of Buyer’s indemnification and repair
obligations under this Agreement that expressly survive the termination of this Agreement, nor
limit the provisions of Article 11.6 below.
10.2 Default by Sellers. In the event of a material default or breach by Sellers hereunder
and failure by Sellers to cure such default or breach within thirty (30) days after written notice
thereof from Buyer (provided, Sellers shall not be entitled to notice and cure rights with respect to
its failure to perform its obligations if such failure to perform its obligations occurs on the Closing
Date), Buyer shall be entitled to either (a) a refund of the Earnest Money with all interest earned
thereon or (b) to specific performance of the terms of this Agreement. If Buyer choses to pursue
specific performance, Buyer must provide written notice to Sellers that it elects the remedy of
specific performance of the terms of this Agreement within ninety (90) days of Sellers’ breach or
material default (“Specific Performance Notice”) and, if Sellers do not thereafter tender their
performance to close within thirty (30) days after the delivery of the Specific Performance Notice,
then, not later than sixty (60) days after the date of Buyer’s Specific Performance Notice, Buyer
may file an action to specifically enforce Sellers’ obligations under this Agreement. If Buyer fails
to timely and properly file an action for specific performance, it shall be limited to the remedy set
forth as alternative (i) in this Article 10.2. If a final order is entered granting specific performance,
Buyer may also recover all reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs incurred by Buyer in
connection with the pursuit of the specific performance action. The refund of the Earnest Money
and interest, or the right to specific performance described herein shall be Buyer's sole and
exclusive remedies at law or in equity with regard to any default or breach of Sellers; provided,
however, the foregoing provisions shall not limit the provisions of Article 11.6 below.
10.3 Survival of Actions. Representations, warranties and covenants made by either
Party under this Agreement, and the right to indemnification or recovery based on such
representations, warranties, or covenants shall survive the Closing for six (6) months following
the Closing Date and be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the respective Parties hereto and
their respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns for such six (6) month
period.
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ARTICLE 11
GENERAL PROVISIONS
11.1 Additional Escrow Instructions. Buyer and Sellers each hereby agree to execute
such additional escrow instructions, not inconsistent with this Agreement, as the Escrow Agent
may reasonably require. Said instructions shall be executed and returned to the Escrow Agent no
later than five (5) business days after receipt thereof by each Party. The failure of either Party to
execute such instructions shall not, however, affect the validity of this Agreement or the rights and
obligations of the Parties hereunder.
11.1.1 The Parties agree to execute and deliver such additional documents as may
be necessary to effectuate the provisions of this Agreement and to consummate the sale
contemplated herein according to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Without limiting
the generality of the foregoing, each Party agrees to execute and deliver appropriate settlement
statements prepared by Escrow Agent, and Sellers agree to execute and deliver a certificate of
nonforeign status in customary form, pursuant to Section 1445 of the Internal Revenue Code.
11.1.2 In the event of any conflict between this Agreement and said additional
escrow instructions or other documents, this Agreement shall govern and prevail.
11.2 Entire Agreement; Amendment. This document and the Exhibits hereto contain
the entire agreement between Buyer and Sellers and constitute escrow instructions to Escrow
Agent as well. All previous agreements, communications, discussions and negotiations relating to
the subject matter hereof having been merged and finalized herein. This Agreement may only be
modified or amended in writing by both Parties hereto.
11.3 Successors and Assigns. Subject to the provisions of Article 11.7 below, this
Agreement shall inure to the benefit of, and will be binding upon, the Parties hereto and their
respective successors and assigns.
11.4 Applicable Law; Venue. This Agreement, and the interpretation, validity, effect
and performance hereof, shall be governed by the laws of the State of Utah. The venue for any
action or proceeding to terminate, enforce or interpret the provisions of this Agreement shall be in
the Third District Court in and for Salt Lake County, Utah.
11.5 Attorney’s Fees and Costs. Should any Party breach any of the covenants or
agreements made by that Party herein, the Party committing the breach shall pay all actual out of
pocket costs, expenses (including, without limitation, expert witness fees), and reasonable
attorney’s fees which any other Party may incur in enforcing or terminating this Agreement, or in
pursuing any other remedy provided for hereunder or by applicable law, whether such remedy is
pursued by filing suit or otherwise.
11.6 Assignment. Buyer may assign its rights under this Agreement only with the prior
consent of Sellers, which consent will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. No such
assignment consented to by Sellers shall in any way relieve Buyer from any of its obligations under
this Agreement.
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11.7 Interpretation. The captions and headings used in this Agreement are for
convenience only and do not in any way limit, amplify, or otherwise modify the provisions of this
Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under
present or future laws, such provision shall be fully severable; this Agreement shall be construed and
enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision had never comprised a part of this
Agreement, and the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect and
shall not be affected by such illegal, invalid, or unenforceable provision or by its severance from this
Agreement. The Parties acknowledge that the Parties and their counsel have reviewed and revised
this Agreement and the documents to be executed at the Closing and agree that any rule of
construction to the effect that any ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party shall not
be employed in the interpretation of this Agreement, the documents to be delivered at Closing or any
exhibits or amendments thereto.
11.8 OFAC Representation. Buyer and Sellers each represent and warrant to the other
as of the date of this Agreement and as of the Closing that (i) neither they, nor any of their
respective Affiliates, nor any person or entity that directly owns a ten percent (10%) or greater
equity interest in them or any of their Affiliates is a Prohibited Person with whom U.S. persons or
entities are restricted from doing business under regulations of the Office of Foreign Asset Control
(“OFAC”) of the Department of the Treasury (including those named on OFAC’s Specially
Designated and Blocked Persons List) or under any statute, executive order (including Executive
Order 13224 (the “Executive Order”) signed on September 24, 2001 and entitled “Blocking
Property and Prohibiting Transactions with Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support
Terrorism”), or other governmental action, (ii) that neither their nor any of their Affiliates’
activities violate the International Money Laundering Abatement and Financial Anti-Terrorism
Act of 2001 or the regulations or orders promulgated thereunder (as amended from time to time,
the “Money Laundering Act”), and (iii) that they and their Affiliates shall comply with the
Executive Order and with the Money Laundering Act. Buyer and Sellers each represent and
warrant to the other that all of their respective Affiliates are in full compliance with all applicable
orders, rules, regulations and recommendations of OFAC. Buyer and Sellers each hereby
indemnifies, holds harmless and agrees to defend the other (with counsel acceptable to Buyer or
Sellers (as applicable) from any claims, fines, penalties, judgments, costs, and expenses (including,
but not limited to attorney and paralegal fees and costs) that may arise from any violation or alleged
violation of the above representation and warranty. The term “Affiliate” means any corporation,
person or other entity that, directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common
control with Buyer or Sellers, or to any corporation or other entity resulting from a merger or
consolidation with Buyer or Sellers, as the case may be. As used herein, the term “control” means
the possession, directly or indirectly, of the power to direct or cause the direction of management,
policies or activities of a person or entity, whether through ownership of voting securities, by
contract or otherwise. The term “Prohibited Person” means any person or entity; (a) listed in the
Annex to, or otherwise subject to the provisions of, the Executive Order; (b) that is owned or
controlled by, or acting for or on behalf of, any person or entity that is listed to the Annex to, or is
otherwise subject to the provisions of, the Executive Order; (c) with whom Buyer and Sellers is
prohibited from dealing or otherwise engaging in any transaction by any terrorism or money
laundering law, including the Executive Order; (d) who commits, threatens or conspires to commit
or supports “terrorism” as defined in the Executive Order; (e) that is named as a “specially
designated national and blocked person” on the most current list published by the U.S. Treasury
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Department
Office
of
Foreign
Assets
Control
at
its
official
website,
www.ustreas.gov/offices/enforcement/ofac or at any replacement website or other replacement
official publication of such list; or (f) who is an Affiliate of or affiliated with a person or entity
listed above.
11.9 No Recording. The Parties hereto agree that neither this Agreement nor any
memorandum or notice hereof shall be recorded.
11.10 Risk of Loss. If, prior to the Closing, any of the Real Property or Personal
Property shall be damaged by earthquake, flood, landslide, fire or other casualty (collectively,
“Casualty”), or shall be subject to a condemnation proceeding (“Condemnation”) Sellers shall
deliver to Buyer written notice (“Loss Notice”) of such Casualty or Condemnation, as applicable,
together with Seller’s determination as to whether the damage constitutes a Material Damage (as
defined below). For the purposes of this Article 8, “Material Damage” shall mean damage to the
Property which is of such nature that the cost of restoring the same to their condition prior to the
Casualty will, in accordance with the written estimate of a licensed architect or general contractor
mutually selected by Sellers and Buyer, exceed One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) whether or not
such damage is covered by insurance. If, prior to the Closing, the Property sustains Material
Damage by a Casualty or Condemnation, after receiving the Loss Notice, Buyer may, at Buyer’s
option, terminate this Agreement by delivering written notice thereof to Sellers and Escrow Holder
(provided Buyer shall not be entitled to terminate this Agreement is Buyer is the entity
commencing such Condemnation) by the earlier of: (a) ten (10) business days after Buyer’s receipt
of the Loss Notice; or (ii) the Closing Date. If the Property shall be damaged by a Casualty or
Condemnation which is not a Material Damage, then: (A) the Parties shall proceed to close this
transaction in accordance with the terms of this Agreement; and (B) Sellers shall (at the Closing)
assign to Buyer all of Sellers’ rights in and to any insurance proceeds which may become available
as a result of the Casualty at issue or the proceeds from the Condemnation, as applicable. If Buyer
elects to terminate this Agreement under this Article 11.11, the entire Earnest Money with interest
shall be promptly returned to Buyer, and thereafter neither Party shall thereafter have any further
rights or obligations hereunder, except as otherwise specifically provided in this Agreement.
11.11 Tax-Deferred Exchange. Either Buyer or Sellers may elect to structure the sale
of the Property as a like-kind exchange under Internal Revenue Code Section 1031 at the sole cost
and expense of the electing Party. The other Party shall reasonably cooperate therein, provided
that (i) the Closing Date shall in no event be extended as a result of the exchange, (ii) the other
Party shall incur no additional costs, expenses or liabilities in connection with the exchange, (iii)
the other Party shall not be required to take title to or contract for the purchase or sale of any other
property, (iv) and the electing Party shall remain fully liable hereunder, and (v) the electing Party
shall indemnify, defend, protect and hold the other Party harmless from and against any and all
loss, cost, damage or expense (including attorneys’ fees) incurred by the other Party relating to or
arising out of its participation in such exchange. The other Party agrees that the electing Party
may, at the electing Party’s sole option, assign this Agreement to a qualified exchange
intermediary for purposes of structuring a tax deferred exchange for the electing Party’s benefit.
If the electing Party uses a qualified intermediary to effectuate the exchange, any assignment of
the rights or obligations of the electing Party hereunder shall not relieve, release or absolve the
electing Party of its obligations under this Agreement.

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11.12

Time is of the Essence. Time is of the essence of this Agreement.

11.13 Other Costs and Expenses. Except as provided herein, the Parties shall be
responsible for their own costs, expenses and fees incurred in connection with their respective
entry into and performance of this Agreement.
11.14 GRAMA. Sellers acknowledge that this Agreement is subject to public disclosure
by Buyer upon approval and ratification of this Agreement by the Salt Lake County Council
pursuant to the Utah Government Records Access Management Act (“GRAMA”), Utah Code Ann.
§§ 63G-2-101, et seq. Buyer is hereby authorized to disclose the aspects, terms, and conditions
of this Agreement to obtain all necessary approvals and consents of the Salt Lake County Council,
and the Salt Lake County Council and Mayor may disclose the Purchase Price and other key terms
to their constituents during the Due Diligence Period to obtain public comment. Sellers may
designate any trade secrets or confidential business information included in any report or other
writing delivered to Buyer pursuant to or in connection with this Agreement. (such information,
collectively, “Confidential Business Information”). Any person who provides to County a record
that the person believes should be protected under U.C.A §§ 63G-2-305(1) or (2) shall provide
both: (1) a written claim of business confidentiality and (2) a concise statement of reasons
supporting the claim of business confidentiality. Except as provided by law, Buyer shall redact or
delete from any records it makes available for inspection or of which it provides copies any
material designated by the Sellers as Confidential Business Information. Promptly following the
Buyer’s receipt of any request to provide copies of public records relating to this Agreement or the
Property or for inspection of the same by any third party, Buyer shall give written notice and a
copy of such request to Sellers.
11.15 Ethical Standards. Sellers represents that they have not: (a) knowingly provided
an illegal gift or payoff to any Salt Lake County (“County”) officer or employee, or former County
officer or employee, or to any relative or business entity of a County officer or employee, or
relative or business entity of a former County officer or employee; (b) knowingly retained any
person to solicit or secure this Agreement upon an agreement or understanding for a commission,
percentage, brokerage or contingent fee, other than bona fide employees of bona fide commercial
agencies established for the purpose of securing business, including Sellers’ Broker; (c) knowingly
breached any of the ethical standards set forth in State statute or Salt Lake County’s Ethics Code,
Chapter 2.07, Salt Lake County Code of Ordinances, 2001; or (d) knowingly influenced, and
hereby promises that it will not knowingly influence, any County officer or employee or former
County officer or employee to breach any of the ethical standards set forth in State statute or Salt
Lake County ordinances.
11.16 Campaign Contributions. Sellers acknowledge the prohibition of campaign
contributions by contractors to County candidates, pursuant to Chapter 2.72A, Salt Lake County
Code of Ordinances, 2001. Sellers also acknowledge and understand this prohibition means that
any person, business, corporation or other entity that enters into a contract or is engaged in a
contract with Buyer may be prohibited from making certain campaign contributions to County
candidates. Sellers further acknowledge that violation of this prohibition may result in criminal
sanctions as well as termination of this Agreement. Sellers represent, by executing this Agreement,
that Sellers have not knowingly made or caused others to make any campaign contribution to any
County candidate in violation of the above-referenced County ordinance.
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11.17 Authority of Signers. Buyer is a body corporate and politic of the State of Utah.
The signature of the Salt Lake County Mayor (“Mayor”) is subject to ratification by a resolution
of the Salt Lake County Council (“County Council”) approving the Mayor’s action. If the County
Council decides, in its sole discretion, not to fund performance of Buyer under this Agreement,
Buyer shall promptly notify Sellers of said non-funding and Buyer’s termination of this
Agreement. So long as Buyer terminates this Agreement prior to the expiration of the Due
Diligence Period due to non-funding by the County Council as set forth above, then Buyer shall
not incur any penalty and the Earnest Money (and all interest thereon) shall be refunded to the
Buyer; it being understood, however, that the Buyer shall remain subject to the indemnification
and repair obligations of Buyer as provided in this Agreement. However, in the event Buyer
terminates this Agreement after the expiration of the Due Diligence Period due to non-funding as
set forth herein, then Sellers shall have the right to keep and retain the Earnest Money and releases
Buyer of any and all liabilities, claims and causes of action as a result of said termination of this
Agreement.
11.18 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each
of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which shall constitute one and the same document
by some or all of the Parties hereto, and (i) each such counterpart shall be considered an original,
and all of which together shall constitute a single agreement, (ii) the exchange of executed copies
of this Agreement by facsimile or Portable Document Format (PDF) transmission (including any
electronic signature covered by the U.S. federal ESIGN Act of 2000, Uniform Electronic
Transactions Act, the Electronic Signatures and Records Act or other applicable law, shall
constitute effective execution and delivery of this Agreement as to the Parties for all purposes, and
(iii) signatures of the Parties transmitted by facsimile or Portable Document Format (PDF)
(including any electronic signature covered by the U.S. federal ESIGN Act of 2000, Uniform
Electronic Transactions Act, the Electronic Signatures and Records Act or other applicable law,
shall be deemed to be their original signatures for all purposes.
11.19 Exhibits. The following exhibits are a part of this agreement to the same extent as
if set forth in the body of this Agreement:
Exhibit “A”
Exhibit “B”

-

Legal Description of Property
Form of Special Warranty Deed
[Signature page follows]

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Buyer and Sellers have executed this Agreement and
Escrow Instructions as of the date set forth above.
SELLER:

BUYER:

DON L. SKAGGS

SALT LAKE COUNTY, a body
corporate and politic of the State of Utah

____________________________

____________________________
By: _________________________
Its: Mayor or Designee
Date:

Date:

SELLER:

REVIEWED AND ADVISED AS TO
FORM AND LEGALITY:

TERESA A. SKAGGS

Do not sign for exhibt purpose only
_________________________________
John E. Diaz
Senior Deputy District Attorney
Salt Lake County

____________________________
Date:

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JOINDER BY ESCROW AGENT
Escrow Agent has executed this Agreement in order to confirm that upon receipt of the
Earnest Money (as defined in Article 3.1 above) Escrow Agent shall hold the Earnest Money
required to be deposited under this Agreement and the interest earned thereto, in escrow, and shall
disburse the Earnest Money, and the interest earned thereon, pursuant to the provisions of this
Agreement. Except as expressly provided in the Agreement, Escrow Agent shall not be required
to disburse the Earnest Money unless and until either: (i) Sellers and Buyer agree in writing to the
disbursement of the Earnest Money; or (ii) a court of competent jurisdiction orders the Earnest
Money paid to Sellers or Buyer. Escrow Agent may interplead the Earnest Money deposit into a
court of competent jurisdiction in the county in which the Earnest Money has been deposited. All
attorneys' fees and Escrow Agent's costs and expenses incurred in connection with such
interpleader shall be assessed against the Party that is not awarded the Earnest Money, or if the
Earnest Money is distributed in part to both Parties, then in the inverse proportion of such
distribution.

ESCROW AGENT: National Title Agency of Utah, Inc, Attention: Blake Rowley

By:

______________________________

Title: ______________________________
Signed this ____ day of ___________, 2026.
Escrow No. __________________________

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EXHIBIT “A”
Legal Description of Land
Parcel #: 16-14-400-008-0000
Legal Description:
A part of the Southeast Quarter of Section 14, Township 1 South, Range 1 East, Salt
Lake Base and Meridian, U.S. Survey:
Beginning at a point 1570.00 feet North 0°07’45” West along the Quarter Section line
from the South Quarter Corner of said Section 14; and running thence North 0°07’45”
West 1090.46 feet along said Quarter Section line to the center of said Section 14; thence
South 89°48’27” East 1089.27 feet along the Quarter Section line; thence South 45°00’
West 1536.97 feet to the point of beginning.
Contains 13.634 Acres.
SUBJECT TO covenants, conditions, restrictions, and easements of record.
[to be confirmed based on Commitment]

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EXHIBIT “B”
WHEN RECORDED, MAIL TO:
Salt Lake County
2001 South State Street, S3-110
Salt Lake City, UT 84119

SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED
DON L SKAGGS AND TERESA A SKAGGS, individuals, husband and wife,
with their mailing address located at PO BOX 171437 Salt Lake City, UT 84117
(“Grantors”), for the sum of Ten Dollars ($10.00) and other good and valuable
consideration hereby convey and warrant, against all claiming by, through or under
Grantors, to Salt Lake County, a body corporate and politic of the State of Utah, with its
business address located at 2001 South State Street, Salt Lake City, Utah 84190
(“Grantee”), , the following described tract of land in Salt Lake County, State of Utah:
Parcel No. 16-14-400-008-0000
Legal Description:
A part of the Southeast Quarter of Section 14, Township 1 South, Range 1 East, Salt
Lake Base and Meridian, U.S. Survey:
Beginning at a point 1570.00 feet North 0°07’45” West along the Quarter Section line
from the South Quarter Corner of said Section 14; and running thence North 0°07’45”
West 1090.46 feet along said Quarter Section line to the center of said Section 14; thence
South 89°48’27” East 1089.27 feet along the Quarter Section line; thence South 45°00’
West 1536.97 feet to the point of beginning.
Contains 13.634 Acres.
SUBJECT TO covenants, conditions, restrictions, and easements of record.
[to be confirmed based on commitment]
TOGETHER WITH all structures, improvements, rights of way, easements, tenements,
and hereditaments on or appurtenant to said land.
SUBJECT TO: (i) the lien for current, non-delinquent taxes and assessments, (ii) those
matters which would be disclosed by an accurate survey of the Property or could have
been ascertained by an inspection of the Property, and (iii) recorded reservations,
easements, rights-of-way, declarations, covenants, conditions, and restrictions.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Grantors have executed this Special Warranty Deed
this ___ day of _______________, 2026.
___________________________
By: [Do not sign — exhibit only]
Title:

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SALT LAKE COUNTY

2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114

Agenda Item

Item ID: 26-1102
Requested Agenda Date:
11/3/2026
Requested Agenda Title:
Consideration of Approval of an Hourly Rate of $20 for Councilmembers-Elect During Their
2026 Onboarding As Part-Time Temporary SLCO Employees
Requested Agenda Item Description:
Approval of an hourly rate of $20 for Councilmembers-elect during their 2026 onboarding as
part-time temporary SLCO employees.
Requested Action: Discussion - Vote Needed

Presenter(s) with Titles: David Delquadro, Council Chief Financial Officer
Time Needed: Less than 5 Minutes
Is this Item Time-Sensitive and/or Requesting a Time-Certain? No

Requesting Staff Member:
David Delquadro, Council Fiscal Manager
Attachments:

None

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SALT LAKE COUNTY

2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114

Agenda Item

Item ID: 26-1087
Requested Agenda Date:
11/3/2026
Requested Agenda Title:
Vehicle Registration Refunds
Requested Agenda Item Description:
Respectfully request permission for the Treasurer to refund Vehicle Registrations.
Requested Action: Discussion - Vote Needed

Presenter(s) with Titles: Chris Stavros, Assessor, Assessor Office
Time Needed: Less than 5 minutes
Is this Item Time-Sensitive and/or Requesting a Time-Certain? No
No
Requesting Staff Member:
Rhonda Hall, Personal Property Apr
Attachments:

26-1087 MV0022 Non-Vet DMV Refund $110.00 ryh
26-1087 MV0027 DMV Vet Refund $2930.00 ryh

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SALT LAKE COUNTY
2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84114
(385) 468-7500 TTY 711

Meeting Minutes

Tuesday, October 20, 2026
10:00 AM

Council Chambers, Room N1-110

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CALL TO ORDER
Invocation - Reading or Thought - Pledge of Allegiance

Present:

Council Member Suzanne Harrison
Council Member Jiro Johnson
Council Member Carlos Moreno
Council Member Natalie Pinkney
Council Member Ross Romero
Council Member Sheldon Stewart
Council Member Laurie Stringham
Council Member Dea Theodore
Council Chair Aimee Winder Newton

Invocation - Reading or Thought - Pledge of Allegiance
Mr. Joseph Genda, New American Refugee Liaison, Mayor's Office, led the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.

2.

BUDGET PRESENTATION
2.1 Mayor's 2027 Budget Presentation

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Presenter: Jenny Wilson, Salt Lake County Mayor; Darrin Casper, Deputy
Mayor of Finance and Administration
(60 minutes)
Informational
Attachments: None
Mayor Jennifer Wilson delivered her 2027 Budget Proposal. She stated it was a
restrained budget recommendation, shaped by limited revenues. It was structurally
balanced, but given the current sluggish economy, only a few programs received
recommendations for additional staff or funding. She declined to recommend a total of
$13 million in funding requests. She also denied requests for 65 new positions.
The budget included a proposal for a 3.5 percent salary increase for County employees
and up to a 5.75 percent increase for sworn officers. Employees enrolled in a highdeductible health plan would continue not to pay premiums. Employees enrolled in a
PPO plan would pay an additional 2 percent in premiums.
Due to growing technology risks, this year's recommendation followed last year's
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significant investment in critical cybersecurity infrastructure.
Through funding sources outside the General Fund, the County would continue to invest
in arts, culture, open space, trails, and recreation. The County would also invest further
in energy management programs, using tax credits to offset the costs of these
investments.
With food insecurity growing among the aging population, the Mayor recommended
expansion of the Meals on Wheels program, which would provide 24,000 more meals to
seniors across the County.
With financial support from the State, the County was preparing to begin
groundbreaking for the renovation of the Salt Palace Convention Center and the creation
of a new downtown district. The groundbreaking was scheduled for late 2027.
Finally, the Mayor addressed the most significant part of the budget: the investments
required to transform the County's criminal justice system and modernize the jail. With
approximately 70 percent of the general fund supporting criminal justice, the Mayor's
team has been working with various County entities, the Legal Defenders Association,
community partners, and the Leifman Group to design a better approach. Additionally,
since the Metro Jail opened 27 years ago and Oxbow opened 8 years prior, there had
been extensive deferred maintenance estimated at over $100 million. The Mayor's
recommendation was to close the Oxbow Jail, which had outlived its usefulness, and to
renovate the Metro Jail. The Mayor showed a slide comparing the recommended
breakdown of the current jail system with that of the new jail system. She recommended
investing $660 million in capital investment and setting aside an additional $15 million
for a future center for people awaiting a treatment bed. To fund this venture, the County
would use $100 million already set aside, bonds totaling about $575 million, and a
proposed property tax increase of 13.53 percent, which would amount to about $5 a
month for the average homeowner.
Mr. Darrin Casper, Deputy Mayor of Finance and Administration, delivered a
PowerPoint presentation titled: Salt Lake County 2027 Proposed Budget. He reviewed
2027 budget goals; the 2027 budget direction; committees and boards; economic
highlights for 2027; a structural analysis; new growth for 2027; tax revenue growth in
context; major revenues for 2027; purchasing power erosion due to inflation; the County
population growth trend; the declining trend in property tax rates; the Truth in Taxation
process; the Statement of Tax Rate Increase; the amount of increase; and the percent of
increase; the purpose of the tax increase statement; the Metro Jail construction and
renovation; ending unassigned fund balance; the General Fund structure analysis; fund
transfers; budget highlights; compensation and benefits; health insurance; other post
employment benefits; Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assignment;
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Leifman Group recommendations for 2027; additional Mayor departments; the Human
Services Division; the Community Services Division; TRCC proposals; new TRCC
capital projects; TRCC contributions; the Public Works and Municipal Services
Department; the Office of Regional Development; the Administrative Services
Department; the Mayor's Financial Administration; Convention and Visitor Services; the
Assessor, Auditor, and Clerk; the District Attorney; the Justice Courts and Recorder; the
Sheriff; the Surveyor and Treasurer; Enterprise Funds; Internal Service Funds; New
Capital Project Funding; Analytics; the Parks and Recreation Divison; FTE changes;
FTE changes by organization; a fund summary; financing plans; the County's Triple-A
rating; and a 2027 budget recap.

3.

NOTICE OF SALT LAKE COUNTY MAYOR’S INTENT TO MAKE A
STATEMENT AT A PUBLIC MEETING PROPOSING 2027 TAX
INCREASES IN CONFORMANCE WITH UTAH CODE ANN. § 59-2919(3)(A)
The Salt Lake County Mayor intends to make a statement containing each of the
following items:
3.1 Salt Lake County intends to levy a tax rate that exceeds Salt Lake
County’s certified tax rate.

Mr. Darrin Casper, Deputy Mayor of Finance and Administration, read the following
statement:
3.1 Salt Lake County intends to levy a tax rate that exceeds Salt Lake County's certified
tax rate.

3.2 The dollar amount of additional ad valorem tax revenue that would be
generated by the proposed increase in Salt Lake County’s certified tax rate
is $39,500,000.00. The purpose for additional ad valorem tax revenue that
would be generated by the proposed increase in Salt Lake County’s
certified tax is for new jail construction and the accompanying debt
service, and for tax administration operations.
Mr. Darrin Casper, Deputy Mayor of Finance and Administration, read the following
statement:
3.2 The dollar amount of additional ad valorem tax revenue that would be generated by
the proposed increase in Salt Lake County's certified tax rate is $39,500,000,00. The
purpose for additional ad valorem tax revenue that would be generated by the proposed
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increase in Salt Lake County's certified tax is for new jail construction and the
accompanying debt service, and for tax administration operations.

3.3 The approximate percentage increase in ad valorem tax revenue for Salt
Lake County based on the proposed increase is 13.53%
Mr. Darrin Casper, Deputy Mayor of Finance and Administration, made the following
statement:
3.3 The approximate percentage increase in ad valorem tax revenue for Salt Lake
County based on the proposed increase is 13.53 percent.

BREAK FOR LUNCH— RECONVENE AT 12:30 PM FOLLOWING BOARD
OF EQUALIZATION
Council Member Winder Newton stated the Council would break for lunch and would
resume at 12:30 PM.

1

Quorum Call—Roll Call Vote

Roll was called, showing that Council Members Moreno and Stringham were
absent. They arrived later in the meeting.
Council Member Winder Newon stated she accidentally started the Council Meeting
before the Board of Equalization Meeting. She paused the meeting to conduct the Board
of Equalization meeting. The meeting reconvened two minutes later.

4.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Ms. Dena Long stated she recently read a financial transparency report issued in
February 2017 by Zion's Public Finance for Mountain Accord. The report relied on the
opinion of Sim Gill, District Attorney. It concluded that Mountain Accord was not
required to comply with Utah's Open and Public Meetings Act. However, State Auditor
John Dougall had reached a different interpretation in 2016. Ms. Long felt the public
deserved to know that the legal interpretation presented was disputed. She noted that
Johnathan Ward, Vice President, Zion's Public Finance, currently serves as the County's
financial advisor. Ms. Long stated she opposed the Parks and Recreation bond.
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Council Member Winder Newton stated that this situation occurred over nine years
ago and that she was not sure anyone on the Council had any additional information at
this point.
Mr. Mike Bird introduced himself as the Republican candidate for the upcoming Salt
Lake County Council District 3 race. He encouraged all Council members to listen to
the residents and families being served as the Council enters this important budget
season. As essential services are balanced with growing concerns about taxes and
affordability, he believed it was more important than ever to make thoughtful,
responsible decisions. The decisions made in the Council Chambers would directly
affect families, neighborhoods, and communities. He encouraged everyone to get out
and vote, regardless of political affiliation.
Mr. Casey Poe introduced himself as the Libertarian candidate for the upcoming Salt
Lake County District 1 race. He stated that he listened to the Mayor's budget
presentation earlier and was impressed by the level of detail. However, he had
reservations about bringing on 29 new full-time positions, $398 million in expenditures
for the Salt Palace Convention Center, and $610 million in expenditures for the new
jail. He did not necessarily oppose these, but the solution always seemed to be to raise
taxes. He urged the Council to look at alternatives to a tax increase. He argued that
families have to cut back on their budgets during times of inflation, and so should the
government.
Mr. Ryan Mahoney introduced himself as the Republican candidate for the upcoming
State Senate District 13 race. He did not like that the presentation delivered earlier in the
meeting by Darrin Casper, Deputy Mayor of Finance and Administration, used rounded
numbers. He also stated that while he supported public spaces, he opposed the County
spending $5.5 million on golf courses.
Later in the meeting:
Council Member Winder Newton asked legal counsel what the proper procedure
should be regarding an email submitted by Ms. Roxanne Johnson, who requested that her
comments be included in the official record.
Mr. Mitchell Park, Legal Counsel, Council Office, stated that the email could be read
aloud if someone wanted to, but otherwise it could be forwarded to the Council Clerks.
Later in the meeting, during the public hearing for agenda item 9.2:
Mr. Kroe Green stated that he attended last week's meeting as a lobbying leader for the
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Wasatch Assembly. He was attending today to advocate for the Wasatch Assembly's
housing policies as part of its 2026 policy agenda. A recent KUTV article reported that
only 16 percent of homes in the Salt Lake City market are considered affordable. Bold
solutions are needed to meet the community's needs. More money should be spent on
housing, and less on a bloated police budget. The City is making strides, but the goal of
deeply affordable units is nowhere near being met. The Wasatch Assembly advocates
ending homelessness sweeps, passing expanded housing-option plans, and using
property tax revenue for at-cost and CLT affordable housing and expanded homelessness
services.

5.

REPORT OF ELECTED OFFICIALS:
5.1 County Council Members

Council Member Winder Newton stated that the budget is extremely complicated. The
process dictates that the Mayor presents the budget, and then the Council spends several
weeks dissecting the line items, deciding what to keep and what to modify. Golf courses
generate revenue through fees and do not rely on property taxes for operating costs.

5.2 County Mayor
Mayor Jennifer Wilson stated she did not have any announcements to make today.

5.3 Other Elected County Officials
Mr. Brad Park, Surveyor, gave an update on what his office accomplished so far in
2026.
The office has filed 678 survey records from private surveyors. It has reviewed 41 final
local entity plans. It assisted the Real Estate Department with an American Land Title
Association (ALTA) survey for the Salt Palace Convention Center. It provided multiple
ALTA surveys for the Facilities Management Division, including one for the Tenth East
Senior Center. It assisted the Parks and Recreation Division in multiple projects
throughout the County. The Geographic Information System (GIS) Office created a
language application for the Mayor's Office. It assisted the Public Works Department in
a pavement crack analysis. It continues to assist with the Point-In-Time Count, which
takes place every year. There were 1,418 surveys completed across the State this
year. The office assisted with the Cool Zone maps. It assisted the Salt Lake County
Health Department with some septic tank mapping. The Field Operations Division
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issued 114 applications for monument permits this year, exceeding last year's total. It
has completed 205 permits for new monuments. The Field Operations Division is fully
staffed for the first time since Mr. Park's tenure. The office is making a concerted effort
to keep its database up to date while maintaining its commitment to safety. The revenue
target is being met. There was a rate increase in 2026. Efficiency is the main
objective.

6.

CONSENT ITEMS

A motion was made by Council Member Johnson, seconded by Council Member
Harrison, that the Consent Agenda be approved. The motion carried by a unanimous
vote.

6.1 Consideration of Approval of the TRT/TRCCA
Expenditure Report for the Year Ending 2025 as
Transmitted to the Utah State Auditor Pursuant to Utah
Code Annotated § 17-31-5.5

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Attachments:
1.
TRT_TRCCA EXPENDITURE FORM 2025
The vote on this consent item was approved.

7.

APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
7.1 Approval of October 6, 2026, County Council Minutes

26-1072

Attachments:
1.
10-06-2026 Council Minutes 130
A motion was made by Council Member Johnson, seconded by Council Member
Harrison, that this agenda item be approved. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

7.2 Approval of October 6, 2026, County Council 6 PM
Minutes

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Attachments:
1.
10-06-2026 Council Minutes 600
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A motion was made by Council Member Johnson, seconded by Council Member
Harrison, that this agenda item be approved. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

8.

WORK SESSION
8.1 Informational Update on the Proposed Hire Report /
Incentive Plans - $3000 and Under / Weekly
Reclassification Report

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Presenter: Hoa Nguyen, Council Budget and Policy Analyst
(Less than 5 minutes)
Informational
Attachments:
1.
Proposed Hire Report - 10-14-2026
2.
Incentive Plans - $3,000 and Under 10-14-2026
3.
Weekly Reclassification Report 10-14-2026
Ms. Hoa Nguyen, Budget and Policy Analyst, Council Office, reviewed the new hires,
reclassifications, and incentive plans.

8.2 2027 Budget Workshop Under the Direction of David
Delquadro, Council Chief Financial Manager:

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• Compensation Recommendations for 2027 —
Sharon Roux, Human Resources Director
• The Following Independent SLCo Elected Offices:
o Auditor: Chris Harding
o Clerk: Lannie Chapman
o Recorder: Rashelle Hobbs
o Surveyor: Brad Park
o Treasurer: Sheila Srivastava
• Other 2027 Budget-Related Items
Presenter: David Delquadro, Fiscal Manager, Council
(45 minutes)

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Discussion - Vote Needed
Attachments:
1.
2027 Total Rewards Presentation_Final Council
Mr. David Delquadro, Chief Financial Manager, Council Office, stated that the Council
would need to develop a budget to be displayed for the public by or before November
24. Then, on December 8, the Council would hold a public hearing to receive public
feedback. After that, the Council would vote to approve the 2027 budget. His goal for
today and the next several weeks was to get the Council to reach various decisions on
different parts of the budget. If the Council was unable to decide on a specific line item,
it could place the item on a list that would be reviewed on or before November 24.
Employee Compensation
Ms. Sharon Roux, Director, Human Resources Division, delivered a PowerPoint
presentation titled Total Rewards 2027 Recommendations. She reviewed 2027 base pay
recommendations for merit, time-limited, appointed, and sworn employees;
classifications that are below market rate; 2027 external market predictions; the 2027
benefits package; and a total rewards overview.
Council Member Johnson stated he was frustrated that the County was not being
competitive enough in compensating employees at or just above the market median. He
did not like the idea of employees being trained using County resources only to leave to
work for municipalities and counties that pay more for the same job. He understood it
was not the time to resolve this issue, but he hoped to have a conversation in 2027 about
why the Council adopted its current budgeting philosophy. Although the County offers
better benefits at times, employees cannot use benefits to pay rent.
Council Member Pinkney stated she would also like to have that conversation. She
asked Ms. Roux, for the record, where employees could go to learn about available
benefits and the out-of-pocket costs.
Ms. Roux stated open enrollment would begin on November 1 and would run for about
three weeks. There would be many opportunities to engage with the Human Resources
Division. Employees can call the benefits phone number listed on the website. They can
email the benefits manager or staff. They can also walk into the office. There will be
two benefit fairs during the open enrollment period, and all providers will be
present. The Human Resources Division often visits County agencies to answer
questions. New Employee Orientation is also a good place to learn about benefits. The
SABA platform now offers new hires a course to complete before orientation, so they
can attend orientation with a better understanding and questions to be answered.
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Mr. Delquadro asked Ms. Roux to review the compensation for sworn officers for the
record.
Ms. Roux stated that sworn officers would receive a 3 percent structure adjustment and a
2.75 percent step increase on their anniversary. There would be a 1 percent lump-sum
payment for those at the maximum for that grade.
Mr. Delquadro stated that he would ask the Council to take a tentative vote on this item
next week, after the employee organizations had a chance to weigh in.
Auditor, Surveyor, and Treasurer
Mr. Delquadro reviewed the Auditor's request:
- $41,200 to cover postage costs.
Council Member Winder Newton stated that the County recently adopted a policy
(Ordinance 1930, adopted November 5, 2024) regarding mailings sent by elected
officials. She asked the Auditor if he had any mailings to report.
Mr. Chris Harding, Auditor, shook his head from the audience, indicating that he did
not.
Mr. Delquadro reviewed the Surveyor's requests:
- $37,850 in revenue that would come from an internal billing rate increase of $5 per
hour
- ($5,342) net savings from the operating budget
- $62,189 for personnel under expend related to health insurance benefits
Mr. Delquadro reviewed the Treasurer's requests:
- $62,500 to cover postage and contracted printing costs
- $26,800 to cover increased supply, software, technology maintenance, and other
operating costs
- $12,582 for personnel under expend related to health insurance benefits
Council Member Winder Newton asked the Surveyor and the Treasurer whether either
had any non-statutory mailings to report to the Council.
Mr. Brad Park, Surveyor, and Ms. Sheila Srivastava, Treasurer, both shook their
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heads from the audience, indicating that they did not.
A motion was made by Council Member Harrison, seconded by Council Member
Johnson, that the budgets for the Auditor, Surveyor, and Treasurer be tentatively
approved as recommended by the Mayor. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.
Clerk
Mr. Delquadro reviewed the Clerk's requests:
- $4,000 to replace ten credit card readers
- $15,464 in personnel under expend related to health insurance benefits
- $136,000 from the State to be put into a fund to replace voting equipment
Mr. Delquadro noted that there had been talk of increasing the fee structure for the
Marriage and Passport Division, which would have generated an estimated $167,000 in
revenue. However, the Mayor ultimately chose not to include this in her recommended
budget.
Council Member Johnson stated that he remembered seeing a request for a $1 million
set-aside to replace election equipment in 2030. He asked why the Mayor chose not to
recommend this.
Mayor Jennifer Wilson stated she felt this set-aside, along with the fee increase, would
be better addressed during the next budget year. Her top priority for this budget year
was the jail initiative due to increasing prices.
Council Member Winder Newton stated that she would like to consider the fee
increase now because she would rather have people pay for the services they use. The
Marriage and Passport Division currently charges $50 for a marriage license, but Davis
and Utah Counties charge $60 and $71, respectively. She asked the Council if it had an
appetite for discussing an increase in the fee structure.
Council Member Johnson stated he would rather keep marriage license and passport
photo fees affordable.
A motion was made by Council Member Stringham, seconded by Council Member
Stewart, that the Council discuss an increase in the fee structure for the Clerk's Marriage
and Passport Division at the November 24, 2026, Council meeting. The motion carried
by an 8 to 1 vote, with Council Member Johnson voting "Nay."
A motion was made by Council Member Johnson, seconded by Council Member
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Stewart, that the budget for the Clerk's Office be tentatively approved as recommended
by the Mayor. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.
Recorder
Mr. Delquadro reviewed the Recorder's requests:
- $17,399 for temporary staffing and overtime funding for digitization of records
(General Fund)
- $14,930 for temporary staffing and overtime funding for digitization of records (Tax
Administration Levy)
- $8,425 to cover increases for Perpetual Storage and Tyler software (General Fund)
- $5,000 to increase the travel budget to support employee training, professional
development, and regional networking, with the goal of strengthening staff expertise and
retention (General Fund)
- $15,000 to increase the travel budget to support employee training, professional
development, and regional networking, with the goal of strengthening staff expertise and
retention (Tax Administration Levy)
Council Member Stringham stated that there had been extensive discussion about the
digitization process and asked where things stood.
Mr. Will Kocher, Chief Deputy, Recorder's Office, stated that the Recorder's Office
received the equipment approved through the Smart Government Fund. Currently, staff
are tackling all the digitization, but that requires pulling them off other projects. The
Recorder's Office is looking to either hire temporary staff or secure an overtime budget
to allow digitization to progress. This work must be completed before the
move. Industry partners rely on documents being processed quickly and accurately.
Council Member Stringham asked if there was a concerted effort to share employees
from other offices to get this done.
Mr. Kocher stated his office was working closely with Maren Slaugh, Manager,
Records Management and Archives, to get this done.
Council Member Johnson asked if the scanner being used was specialized.
Mr. Bishal Raj Joshi stated that it was a book-eye scanner and that few vendors were
offering it. It took the Recorder's Office a while to understand all the functions. It is not
a simple scanner where the user just presses a button.
Mr. Kocher stated he did not think it would be a good idea to pull people from other
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divisions, as it would likely cause other work to suffer. This project needed to be
completed before the move to the new building, which was scheduled for the fourth
quarter of next year. Without additional help, he would need to pull team members off
their work, and this would slow things down and greatly inconvenience industry
partners.
Council Member Johnson stated he did not feel comfortable having just anybody
handle these documents.
A motion was made by Council Member Johnson that the budget for the Recorder's
Office be tentatively approved in its entirety as recommended by the Mayor. The motion
failed for lack of a second.
Council Member Pinkney suggested that the Council members could take a trip to see
the scanner and learn what would be involved.
Council Member Winder Newton addressed the $5,000 increase to the travel
budget. She asked why travel would be necessary for that.
Mr. Kocher stated there are two bodies that hold conferences that would be very
valuable to the Recorder's Office: Property Records Industry Association (PRIA) and
Esri, which provides GIS software, a critical part of the work done in the County. The
Recorder's Office has a limited travel budget and was only able to send one person to a
conference this year. The training conference would be valuable for identifying
efficiencies and best practices for keeping property records safe and preventing
fraud. This was a critical budget item for the Recorder's Office.
Council Member Winder Newton asked Mr. Kocher if he had any non-statutory
mailings to report to the Council.
Mr. Kocher stated he did not.
A motion was made by Council Member Johnson, seconded by Council Member
Stringham, that the budget for the Recorder's Office be tentatively approved as
recommended by the Mayor, excluding the combined $32,329 for temporary staffing and
overtime funding for digitization of records. The motion carried by an 8-to-1 vote, with
Council Member Moreno voting "Nay."

9.

PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ISSUANCE OF PUBLIC NOTICES

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9.1 Hold a Public Hearing With Respect to (a) the Issuance of not to Exceed
$375,000,000 of Transient Room Tax Revenue Bonds and (b) the Potential
Economic Impact That the Improvements, Facility or Property to be
Financed With the Proceeds of Said Bonds Will Have on the Private Sector
A motion was made by Council Member Pinkney, seconded by Council Member
Stringham, to open the public hearing. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.
Nobody commented in favor of or in opposition to the issuance of the revenue bonds.
A motion was made by Council Member Stewart, seconded by Council Member
Johnson, to close the public hearing. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

9.2 Hold a Public Hearing to Receive Comments on the First
Amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement
Among Salt Lake County, the Salt Lake City Community
Reinvestment Agency, the Board of Education of Salt
Lake City School District, and Salt Lake City Corporation
for the North Temple Viaduct Project Area

26-1013

Attachments:
1.
North Temple Viaduct Amendment 1_Notice of Public Hearing (Draft)
2.
North Temple Viaduct Amendment 1
A motion was made by Council Member Stringham, seconded by Council Member
Stewart, to open the public hearing. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.
Mr. Kroe Green asked if he had missed the Public Comment portion of the meeting.
Council Member Winder Newton told him today's meeting started an hour earlier than
normal, but he could give his comment now.
Mr. Green's comments are recorded under the Public Comment portion of the meeting
minutes.
A motion was made by Council Member Stewart, seconded by Council Member
Stringham, to close the public hearing. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

10. PENDING LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS

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10.1 Consideration of a Resolution Approving the First
Amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement
Among Salt Lake County, the Salt Lake City Community
Reinvestment Agency, the Board of Education of Salt
Lake City School District, and Salt Lake City
Corporation for the North Temple Viaduct Project Area

26-1062

Presenter: Kersten Swinyard, Economic Development Director
(Less than 5 minutes)
Discussion - Vote Needed
Attachments:
1.
Draft Resolution for ILA Amendment to North Temple Viaduct
2.
First ILA Amendment to North Temple Viaduct
Ms. Kersten Swinyard, Economic Development Director, Office of Regional
Development, stated that a request came from the Salt Lake Community Reinvestment
Agency, on behalf of the Salt Lake City Library, to clarify that the Library would be
excluded from participation in the North Temple Viaduct Project Area. The Library has
always been excluded as a matter of practice, but this amendment would clarify the
language of the Interlocal Agreement.
A motion was made by Council Member Harrison, seconded by Council Member
Johnson, that this agenda item be approved. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

11. OTHER ITEMS REQUIRING COUNCIL APPROVAL
12. OTHER BUSINESS
ADJOURN
THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS to come before the Council at this time, the
meeting was adjourned at 2:08 PM until Tuesday, October 27, 2026.

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LANNIE CHAPMAN, COUNTY CLERK
By_____________________________
DEPUTY CLERK

By______________________________
CHAIR, SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL

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SALT LAKE COUNTY

2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114

Agenda Item

Item ID: 26-1109
Requested Agenda Date:
11/3/2026
Requested Agenda Title:
Informational Update on the Proposed Hire Report / Incentive Plans - $3000 and Under / Weekly
Reclassification Report
Requested Agenda Item Description:
The Proposed Hire Report is a weekly report of all active job postings opened in the prior
week(s) to recruit and hire new SLCO employees. The Incentive Plan Report lists all recently
approved incentive plans totaling $3,000 or less. The Weekly Reclassification Report lists all job
reclassifications completed in the last week(s).
Requested Action: Informational

Presenter(s) with Titles: Hoa Nguyen, Council Budget and Policy Analyst
Time Needed: Less than 5 minutes
Is this Item Time-Sensitive and/or Requesting a Time-Certain? No

Requesting Staff Member:
Jennifer Gibson, Office Coordinator
Attachments:

Proposed Hire Report - 10-28-2026
Incentive Plans - $3,000 and Under 10-28-2026
Weekly Reclassification Report 10-28-2026

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Proposed Hire Report
October 20 - 27, 2026

2026-41692

012 Youth Worker

Department /
Elected Offices
Human Services

2026-41694

010 Office Specialist - Justice Court

Human Services

Justice Court 8500000000

1571

Replacement

10/20/2026

10/20/2026

2026-41695

014

Human Services

Criminal Justice Services 2400000205

11339

Replacement

5/4/2026

10/21/2026

2026-41728

014 Health Educator - Health Department

Human Services

Health Department 2150002022

8322

Replacement

10/19/2026

10/21/2026

2026-41730

013 Legal Secretary

Elected Office

District Attorney 8200000400

374

Replacement

10/24/2026

10/21/2026

2026-41763

010 Customer Service Specialist

Community Services Library Services 2500000716

9003

Replacement

11/16/2026

10/22/2026

2026-41765

014 Family Therapist - Youth Services

Youth Services 2100000500

1620

Replacement

10/2/2026

10/22/2026

2026-41766

008 Library Shelver

Community Services Library Services 2500000713

3114

Replacement

9/18/2026

10/23/2026

2026-41802
2026-41835

012 Youth Worker
012 Youth Worker-Part Time Benefitted

Human Services
Human Services

Youth Services 2100000300
Youth Services 2100000600

1700
1720

Replacement
Replacement

4/20/2026
7/20/2026

10/26/2026
10/26/2026

2026-41869

Substance Use Prevention Community
014 Health Education Coordinator - Health
Department

Human Services

Health Department 2150002023

1993

Replacement

10/23/2026

10/26/2026

2026-41870

012 Control Room Operator Jail- Sheriff's Office

Elected Office

Sheriff 9120001100

8010

Reclassification

10/31/2026

10/26/2026

2026-41905

016 Residential Sales Analyst

Elected Office

Assessor 7300000202

679

Reclassification

9/13/2026

10/27/2026

Requisition ID Grade

Job Title

Case Manager- Criminal Justice Services Time Limited

Human Services

Youth Services 2100000300

Position
Hire Type
Number
1713 Replacement

Vacancy
Date
5/24/2026

10/20/2026

Division/Elected Offices

Updated

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Incentive Plans $3,000 and Under
October 28, 2026
Agency/Elected Office

Public Works

Public Works

Employe Name or Employee
Class

Job Title

Division

Effective Date

End Date

Incentive
Amount

Date Signed

All active Solid Waste merit
employees as of October 31,
2027, excluding Division
Director and Solid Waste
Executive Director

All active Solid
Waste merit
employees as of
October 31, 2027,
excluding Division
Director and Solid
Waste Executive
Director

Solid Waste

11/1/2026

10/31/2027

Not to Exceed
$1,000

10/21/2026

Public Works Operations and
Flood Control Operations field
employees participating in snow
removal

Public Works
Operations and
Flood Control
Operations field
employees
participating in
snow removal

Operations and
Flood Control

11/1/2026

3/31/2027

Not to exceed
$3,000.00

10/21/2026

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Weekly Reclassification Report
October 28, 2026

Incumbent
Reclassifications
Division

Position #

FTE

Previous Position Title

Grade

Effective
Date

Action Date FTE

New Position Title

Grade

Old Rate of
Pay

New Rate of Pay Annual Cost Percent Change

Grade

No Incumbent Reclassifications

Vacant Reclassifications
Division

Position #

FTE

Previous Position Title

Effective
Date

Action Date FTE

New Position Title

Grade

Old Min
Salary

Old Max Salary

New Min
Salary

New Max
Salary

Fleet Operations

00007801

1.0

Fleet Technician - CDL TRD 013 8/16/2026

10/27/2026 1.0

Fleet Operations
Specialist

GEN 014

$51,564.00

$77,346.00

$51,531.00

$77,299.00

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SALT LAKE COUNTY

2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114

Agenda Item

Item ID: 26-1074
Requested Agenda Date:
11/3/2026
Requested Agenda Title:
2027 Budget Workshop Under the Direction of David Delquadro, Council Chief Financial
Manager:
• Assessor: Chris Stavros
• Regional Development: Catherine Kanter, Deputy Mayor of County Operations; Lauren
Littlefield, Office of Regional Development Sr. Policy Advisor/Director of Operations
• Emergency Services: Catherine Kanter, Deputy Mayor of County Operations; Tara
Behunin, Salt Lake County Emergency Management
TIME CERTAIN: 3:00 PM
• Justice Courts: Judge Shauna Graves-Robertson
• Tourism, Recreation, Cultural, and Convention (TRCC) Fund Long-Range Plan: Robin
Chalhoub, Community Services Director
• Other 2027 Budget-Related Items
Requested Agenda Item Description:
2027 Budget Workshop
Requested Action: Discussion - Vote Needed

Presenter(s) with Titles: David Delquadro, Fiscal Manager, Council
Time Needed: 150 minutes
Is this Item Time-Sensitive and/or Requesting a Time-Certain? No

Requesting Staff Member:
Hoa Nguyen, Budget and Policy Analyst
Attachments:

Emergency Services 2027 Budget Presentation.FINAL

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2027 Budget Presentation │Regional Operations Portfolio

Emergency Services
November 3, 2026

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Emergency Services – General Programming
Salt Lake County Emergency Management
Salt Lake County Internal Emergency Management Division

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A Comprehensive Approach to Salt Lake County Emergency Services
Salt Lake County Emergency
Management (SLCoEM)

Internal Emergency Management
Division (IEMD)

• Supporting county-wide intergovernmental emergency management
services to communities across Salt Lake
County.
• Directs and coordinates resources for
events, disasters, and emergencies
through preparedness, mitigation, response
and recovery activities.
• Salt Lake County contracts Unified Fire
Authority for Salt Lake County Emergency
Management.
• 12 FTEs

• Coordinates intra-governmental
preparedness, prevention, protection,
response, and recovery activities across
Salt Lake County Government.
• Supports comprehensive crisis
leadership, crisis communications,
security, continuity of operations,
intelligence, and threat management
activities in partnership with Salt Lake
County agencies and organizations (e.g.,
Administrative Services, Sheriff’s Office,
County Council, County Clerk etc.).
• 1 FTE

2027 Budget Presentation │ Emergency Services

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Emergency Services Funding Snapshot
Department Number

Total
Expenses

General Fund Portion

Non-General Fund Portion

FTEs

Internal Emergency
Management Admin

4350000100

$343,646

$343,646

$0

1.00

UFA Emergency Management
Contract

4350000200

$3,194,598

$2,669,598

$525,000

12.00*

Recreation Area Contribution
(f/k/a Canyon Contribution)

4350000200

$1,501,992

$1,501,992

$0

0.00

Emergency Coordination Center
Building Costs

4350000201

$338,329

$155,400

$182,929

0.00

Wildland Fire Contract

4350000200

$55,555

$55,555

$0

0.00

$5,434,120

$4,726,191

$707,929

13.00

General Fund 110

*Zero County FTEs; Twelve UFA FTEs

Total

*Zero County FTEs; Twelve UFA FTEs

2027 Budget Presentation │ Emergency Services

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Emergency Services Proposed Budget Snapshot
• No new FTE requests
• New Requests:
• In IEMD:
• Remove personnel underspend ($13,329)
• Building capital and maintenance costs for the Emergency Coordination Center ($155,400)
• Cooling Zones ($10,000)
• In Countywide SLCoEM:
• Match for BRIC Grant ($525,000 in revenue and expenses) – appropriate from EM Fund Balance
• Reduce Recreation Area Contribution (-$1,001,328)

2027 Budget Presentation │ Emergency Services

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Internal Emergency Management Division (IEMD)
Proposed Budget Changes
• Remove personnel underspend ($13,329)
• Building capital and maintenance costs for the Emergency
Coordination Center ($155,400)
• Total capital and maintenance is $338,329
• Lease split is 55% UFA and 45% County
• Lease payments:
• UFA $182,929
• County$155,400
• Cooling Zones ($10,000)

• Reimburse Salt Lake County agencies for costs
associated with operating five designated cooling zones
outside of regular business hours

2027 Budget Presentation │ Emergency Services

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SLCoEM (Countywide)
Proposed Budget
• UFA Contract: $2,669,598 (no increase)
• Wildland Fire Contract: $55,555 (no increase)
• Fund Balance Adjustment
• Recapture Security Threat Assessment appropriation from fund balance in 2026
(this work was conducted in-house as part of a review of how County facilities could be used to support
emergency response operations).

Fund Balance Details

Amount

Balance (unaudited ending balance for
FY ‘25-’26

$1,005,000

Recapture Security Threat Assessment

$190,000

Balance Post Recapture

$1,195,000

2027 Budget Presentation │ Emergency Services

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SLCoEM (Countywide)
Proposed Budget Changes
• Proposed appropriation from Fund Balance -- match for BRIC
Grant ($525,000 in revenue and expenses) to install generators
at County facilities to create redundancies in how the facilities
can be used to support responses during a severe weather
event, wildfire, or earthquake, e.g., sheltering, etc. Total grant
amount: $2.1M

Fund Balance Details

Amount

Balance Post Recapture

$1,195,000

BRIC Grant Match

$525,000

Balance after uses

$670,000

2027 Budget Presentation │ Emergency Services

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SLCoEM (Countywide)
Proposal for EM Fund Balance
• Per new direction from the Federal Emergency Management
Agency, local governments should plan to support response
operations.
• Proposal for fund balance designation (subject to appropriation):
• $500,000 internal restriction: Emergency Reserve Fund
(EMR)
• $170,000 for operational expense gaps, grant matches, etc.

Fund Balance Details

Amount

Projected Ending 2027
Internal Restriction for EMR

$500,000

Operational Fund Balance

$170,000

Total Fund Balance (Restricted/Operating)

$670,000

2027 Budget Presentation │ Emergency Services

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UFA Recreation Area Contribution
2027 Proposed Budget
• $1,501,992 from the General Fund
History from 2025
• 2025 UFA Requested Amount: $3,129,150
• 2025 Approved Amount (6 months of 20% reduction; annualized
as a 10% reduction): $2,816,235
• 2026 Approved Amount (with full 20% reduction): $2,503,320
• 2027 UFA Requested Amount: $3,061,036
• 2027 Proposed: $1,501,992: reduction of $1,001,328 from 2026
(40%) per previously announced Phase Down Schedule (part of 2026
budget approval process)
Contemplated Ongoing Phase Down Schedule
• 2028: $600,797: reduction of $901,195 (60%)
• 2029: $0
2027 Budget Presentation │ Emergency Services

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SALT LAKE COUNTY

2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114

Agenda Item

Item ID: 26-1097
Requested Agenda Date:
11/3/2026
Requested Agenda Title:
Set a Public Hearing for November 10, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. for the Purpose of Receiving Public
Comment About Any Potential Compensation Increases in the 2027 Salt Lake County Budget
for Designated ‘Executive County Officers’ as Required by Utah Code Ann. 17-66-401(2)
Requested Agenda Item Description:
Staff Report: The 2024 Utah Legislature enacted provisions, codified at Utah Code Ann. Section
17-66-401(2), requiring that “Before a county legislative body may adopt a final budget or a final
amended budget that includes a compensation increase for an executive county officer, the
county legislative body shall . . . hold a public hearing on the compensation increase.” That same
section provides that in Salt Lake County, ‘executive county officers’ are “individual(s)
appointed by the county executive to a position requiring the advice and consent of the county
legislative body, as provided by county ordinance.” County ordinance, at Section
2.06A.020(A)(4), provides that “the Mayor’s appointment of deputy mayors, associate deputy
mayors, and department directors shall be subject to the advice and consent of the council,”
which means that deputy mayors, associate deputy mayors, and department directors appointed
by the Mayor are the relevant ‘executive county officers’ for the purposes of the hearing
requirement of Utah Code Ann. Section 17-66-401(2). The total number of affected positions is
ten. The Council has previously conducted public hearings related to these requirements during
the 2025 and 2026 budget workshops.
The Mayor’s proposed 2027 budget provides a salary adjustment in the amount of 3.25% for
employees in an appointed, non-merit status, including “executive county officers.” This amount
is identical to the proposed salary adjustments provided to the county’s other employees and
elected officials in the Mayor’s proposed 2027 budget. Under County ordinance, the Council sets
the salaries of elected officials and approves a pay plan for the County’s merit employees, but it
does not approve specific salaries for appointed, non-merit employees, which are instead “fixed
by the elected officer appointing the [employee] consistent with the approved budget of the
office” (Section 2.12.080). If approved in the final 2027 Salt Lake County Budget, the allocation
of funds for salary adjustments for appointed employees, including “executive county officers,”
is an authorization of personnel resources, and should not be understood as fixing the salaries of
those appointed employees.
The purpose of this public hearing is to give the public an opportunity to comment on the

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proposed compensation adjustment for these ten positions in the Mayor’s portfolio, separate
from and prior to the regular budget hearing, as Utah statute requires. In adopting a final budget,
the Council will need to vote to set compensation for County elected officials, approve a pay
plan for County merit employees, and vote to provide funding for any salary adjustments to
appointed, non-merit employees, including these ‘county executive officers,’ as well as other
appointed, non-merit employees selected by the Mayor, Council, and other county elected
officials.

Requested Action: Discussion - Vote Needed

Presenter(s) with Titles: Mitchell F. Park, Salt Lake County Council Legal Counsel
Time Needed: Less than 5 minutes
Is this Item Time-Sensitive and/or Requesting a Time-Certain? No

Requesting Staff Member:
Mitch Park, Legal Counsel
Attachments:

2027 Executive County Officer Salaries

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Salt Lake County
Executive Officers
2027 Council Recommended Funding Allocation

Executive County Officer

2026
Salary

2027
Funding Allocation

Deputy Mayor of County Operations

206,561

213,326

Deputy Mayor of County Services

211,123

218,037

Deputy Mayor of Finance & Administrative Services/CFO

261,376

269,936

Associate Deputy Mayor/Sr Advisor

153,961

159,003

Associate Deputy Mayor/Sr Advisor

154,291

159,344

Associate Deputy Mayor/Sr Advisor

200,000

206,550

Director of Community Services

171,514

177,131

Director of Public Works

175,397

181,141

Director of Administrative Services

175,397

181,141

Director of Human Services

199,603

206,140

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SALT LAKE COUNTY

2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114

Agenda Item

Item ID: 26-1108
Requested Agenda Date:
11/3/2026
Requested Agenda Title:
Consideration of a Resolution of the Salt Lake County Council Authorizing the Execution of an
Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the University of Utah, on Behalf of the Kem C. Gardner
Policy Institute
Requested Agenda Item Description:
Consideration of a Resolution of the County Council of Salt Lake County approving and
authorizing execution of an Interlocal Agreement between Salt Lake County and the University
of Utah (Kem C Gardner Policy Institute) for the 2026 research collaboration
Requested Action: Discussion - Vote Needed

Presenter(s) with Titles: Lauren Littlefield, Office of Regional Development
Time Needed: Less than 5 minutes
Is this Item Time-Sensitive and/or Requesting a Time-Certain? No

Requesting Staff Member:
Lauren Littlefield, Sr Policy Advisor/Special Project Director
Emily Paskett, Environmental Program Manager
Attachments:

261021 Interlocal Agreement_RATF_SIGNED
261021 Resolution_RATF

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County Contract No. ___________________
District Attorney Log No. 26CIV001133
INTERLOCAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT
between
SALT LAKE COUNTY
and
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
on behalf of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute
Data Center Toolkit + Housing Needs Assessment
This Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (this “Agreement”) is entered into by and
between SALT LAKE COUNTY, a body corporate and politic of the State of Utah (the
“County”); and the UNIVERSITY OF UTAH, a body corporate and politic of the State of Utah,
on behalf of its KEM C. GARDNER POLICY INSTITUTE (“KGPI”). The County and KGPI
may each be referred to herein as a “Party” and collectively as the “Parties.”
R E C I T A L S:
A.
The County and KGPI are “public agencies” as defined by the Utah Interlocal
Cooperation Act, UTAH CODE §§ 11-13-101 to -608 (the “Interlocal Act”), and as such, are
authorized to enter into agreements to act jointly and cooperatively in a manner that will enable
them to make the most efficient use of their resources and powers.
siting.

B.

The County seeks to provide information for communities considering data center

C.
Additionally, the County seeks to better understand current housing needs for
low-income and high-risk populations.
D.
Accordingly, the County desires to enter into an interlocal agreement with KGPI,
who will perform services as described more fully herein to assist the County achieve these
objectives.
E.
reference.

A Scope of Work is attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by
A G R E E M E N T:

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual representations, warranties,
covenants and agreements contained herein, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged,
the Parties represent and agree as follows:
ARTICLE 1 — SERVICES
1.1.
Data Center Toolkit. KGPI shall develop and provide a Data Center Toolkit to the
County, as more particularly described in Exhibit “A.” KGPI agrees to provide the completed
Utah Data Center Toolkit to the County no later than December 14, 2026. KGPI shall also
1
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participate in and help facilitate convenings for the release of the Data Center Toolkit.
1.2.
Housing Needs Assessment. KGPI shall conduct a study, as described in Exhibit
“A,” which will enable the County to better understand current housing needs for low-income
and high-risk populations. KGPI shall deliver its findings to the County as a comprehensive tech
memo and slide deck.
1.3.
Consideration. The County shall pay KGPI for all work performed under this
Agreement an amount not to exceed $50,000. Payment(s) shall be made within thirty days
following the County’s receipt of KGPI’s invoice(s) for said payment. KGPI’s invoices will
detail the work performed, the dates of performance and the billing rates (whether hourly, daily
or other).
ARTICLE 2 — COVENANTS AND AGREEMENTS
2.1.
Governmental Immunity. Both Parties are governmental entities under the
Governmental Immunity Act of Utah, UTAH CODE §§ 63G-7-101 to -904 (the “Immunity Act”).
There are no indemnity obligations between these Parties. Both Parties maintain all privileges,
immunities, and other rights granted by the Immunity Act and all other applicable law.
Consistent with the terms of the Immunity Act, as provided therein, it is mutually agreed that
each Party is responsible for its own wrongful or negligent acts which are committed by its
agents, officials, or employees. No Party waives any defense otherwise available under the
Immunity Act nor does any Party waive any limit of liability currently provided by the Immunity
Act.
2.2.
Openness in Research; Copyright. KGPI adheres to principles of openness in
research based on the University of Utah’s mission of education, research and public service.
Consistent with these principles, KGPI and the University of Utah are free to publish the
documentation, images, and other written and printed materials created by KGPI pursuant to this
Agreement (“Work Product”). The University of Utah retains all rights of ownership, including
copyright, to the Work Product. The University of Utah grants the County an unlimited,
worldwide, non-exclusive license to the Work Product.
ARTICLE 3 — MISCELLANEOUS
3.1.
Interlocal Cooperation Act. For the purpose of satisfying specific requirements of
the Interlocal Act, the Parties agree as follows:
(a)
This Agreement shall be approved by each Party pursuant to Utah Code §
11-13-202.5.
(b)
This Agreement shall be reviewed as to proper form and compliance with
applicable law by duly authorized attorneys on behalf of each Party pursuant to and in
accordance with Utah Code § 11-13-202.5.
(c)
A duly executed original counterpart of this Agreement shall be filed
immediately with the keeper of records of each Party pursuant to Utah Code § 11-13-209.
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(d)
Except as otherwise specifically provided herein, each Party shall be
responsible for its own costs of any action taken pursuant to this Agreement, and for any
financing of such costs.
(e)
No separate legal entity is created by the terms of this Agreement.
Pursuant to Utah Code § 11-13-207, to the extent this Agreement requires administration
other than as set forth herein, the County Mayor and the Director of the Kem C. Gardner
Policy Institute are hereby designated as the joint administrative board for all purposes of
the Interlocal Act.
(f)
No real or personal property shall be acquired jointly by the Parties as a
result of this Agreement.
3.2.
Term of Agreement. This Agreement shall take effect immediately upon the
approval of this Agreement by both Parties as provided in Utah Code § 11-13-202.5 and shall
expire on June 30, 2027, unless extended in writing by an amendment.
3.3.
Termination. This Agreement may be terminated (with or without cause) by
either Party upon at least ninety-days prior written notice to the other Party.
3.4.
Amendment. This Agreement may be amended, changed, modified or altered
only by an instrument in writing signed by the Parties.
3.5.
Governing Law and Venue. The laws of the State of Utah govern all matters
arising out of this Agreement. Venue for any and all legal actions arising hereunder will lie in
the District Court in and for Salt Lake County, State of Utah.
3.6. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts and all so
executed will constitute one agreement binding on all the Parties, it being understood that all
Parties need not sign the same counterpart.

[SIGNATURE PAGE TO FOLLOW]

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties execute this Agreement as of the latest date
indicated below.
SALT LAKE COUNTY:
_________________________________
Mayor or Designee
Date:_____________________________

Recommended for Approval:
By: _______________________________
Department Director
Date: _____________________________
Reviewed as to Form:
Adam Miller
2026.10.21 12:49:15

By: _______________________________
-06'00'
Deputy District Attorney
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH:
By: ______________________________
TODD BJORKLUND
Name:____________________________
Associate Director, Grants
Title:_____________________________

10/26/2026
Date:_____________________________

Approved as to Form:
By: _______________________________
Attorney for KGPI
Date: _____________________________

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EXHIBIT A

Salt Lake County FY 2027 Scope of Work
October 2026
Project #1 Develop a Data Center Toolkit for Salt Lake County: Salt Lake County seeks to
provide information for communities within and outside of the county considering data center
siting. The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute proposes supporting this goal by helping the county
produce a Data Center Toolkit—a collection of resources intended to inform decision-makers
about data center development in Utah.
Key Activities
1. Synthesize and update existing reports. The Gardner Institute will build on work
completed for Salt Lake County related to the “Utah Energy Digest” contract (Salt Lake
County Contract No. 0000004716) and will:
a. Update the “Data Center Growth in Utah and the United States” data summary,
including additional data center proposals and other relevant context.
b. Synthesize the “Utah Energy Profile” report into a fact sheet of relevant statewide
energy trends to contextualize energy development related to data centers in the state.
2. Develop a research library for the Data Center Toolkit. The Gardner Institute will
conduct a literature review to find relevant Utah-specific and national research and
resources related to data center development. As a part of this process, the Gardner Policy
Institute will:
a. Work with Salt Lake County to develop a framework of topics and key considerations
related to data center development including electric generation requirements, water
use, public finance considerations, and other topics.
b. Conduct a literature review to find relevant resources for each area outlined within the
Toolkit framework.
c. Provide recommendations to Salt Lake County on the structure and presentation of the
Toolkit for online publication. Final webpage design, development, hosting, and
maintenance will be the responsibility of Salt Lake County.
d. After the conclusion of the 2027 Utah General Legislative Session, the Gardner Institute
will update the Data Center Toolkit with any relevant changes. All future updates after
the conclusion of the contract will be the responsibility of Salt Lake County.

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DRAFT: Not for distribution

The Gardner Institute will produce a draft of the Utah Data Center Toolkit by November 20,
2026. All final materials will be provided to Salt Lake County by December 14, 2026.
3. Facilitate and co-host convenings for the Data Center Toolkit. The Gardner Institute will
participate in and help facilitate convenings for the release of the Data Center Toolkit. As a
part of this process, the Gardner Institute will:
a. Host and help facilitate up to three convenings for the Toolkit and help identify other
subject matter experts Salt Lake County can invite to help present to participating
communities.
b. Up to two presentations to Salt Lake County leadership on data centers and the
developed Toolkit.

Project #2 - Assess Housing Needs for Low-Income and High-Risk Populations: Salt Lake
County seeks to better understand current housing needs for low-income and high-risk
populations. The Gardner Institute proposes a mixed methods study summarizing existing
research and collecting data and information defining, describing, and assessing housing needs
for these populations.
Key Activities
1. Review and summarize existing research. The Gardner Institute will review and
summarize existing research assessing housing needs for low-income and high-risk
populations. This review will include Utah-specific studies and data from the Gardner
Institute, Envision Utah, Housing Now, the Leifman Group, the Statewide Point-in-Time
Count, and the Department of Workforce Services, among others. The Gardner Institute will
clearly delineate how the different studies define housing needs, any relevant assumptions,
and how or whether the results are comparable.
2. Develop a baseline of existing inventory. The Gardner Institute will work with Salt Lake
County to assess existing inventory for low-income and high-risk populations. This could
include permanent supportive housing, community group homes, recovery centers, and
other temporary or transitional programs.
3. Conduct interviews. The Gardner Institute will conduct up to 5 semi-structured interviews
with select organizations that provide housing for low-income or high-risk populations to
better understand current housing needs and challenges. The interviews will provide
contextual information that will allow the Gardner Institute to better assess the needs of

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these populations as well as how the stated needs align with the data and information
reviewed in key activities #1-2. The Gardner Institute will work with Salt Lake County to
determine interviewees from a range of different programs.
4. Host a strategic planning session. The Gardner Institute will host a strategic planning
session with Salt Lake County staff to discuss findings from key activities #1-3. Goals of the
planning session could include determining a baseline for assessing housing needs moving
forward, discussing options and opportunities for addressing housing needs, and key
priorities and next steps for Salt Lake County.
The Gardner Institute will compile key findings into a comprehensive tech memo and slide deck
for Salt Lake County’s internal use. Salt Lake County and other key stakeholders may review and
provide feedback on draft materials for the Gardner Institute to consider for inclusion in the
final memo and presentation.

Proposed Contract Dates: November 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
Budget: $50,000

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SALT LAKE COUNTY RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO. _______________

_______________________________, 2026

RESOLUTION OF THE SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF AN INTERLOCAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT
WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF UTAH, ON BEHALF OF THE KEM C.
GARDNER POLICY INSTITUTE, PROVIDING FOR THE DEVELOPMENT
OF A DATA CENTER TOOLKIT AND A HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT
RECITALS
WHEREAS, Salt Lake County (the “County”) and the University of Utah (acting on behalf
of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, hereinafter “KGPI”) are “public agencies” as defined by
the Utah Interlocal Cooperation Act, UTAH CODE §§ 11-13-101 to -608, and as such, are authorized
to enter into an interlocal cooperation agreement to act jointly and cooperatively on the basis of
mutual advantage;
WHEREAS, the County desires for KGPI to develop a collection of resources intended to
inform decision makers about data center development in Utah—which will help the County
provide information for communities considering data center siting;
WHEREAS, the County also desires for KGPI to conduct a mixed methods study
summarizing existing research, and collecting data and information defining, describing, and
assessing housing needs for low-income and high-risk populations;
ACCORDINGLY, the County desires to enter into an interlocal cooperation agreement
with KGPI, attached hereto as ATTACHMENT “A,” to perform the services as described more
fully therein;
AND WHEREAS, it has been determined that the best interests of the County and the
general public will be served by execution of the attached Interlocal Cooperation Agreement.
RESOLUTION
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the County Council of Salt Lake
County:
1. That the Interlocal Agreement between Salt Lake County and the University of Utah, on
behalf of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, is approved, in substantially the form
attached hereto as ATTACHMENT “A,” and that the Salt Lake County Mayor is
authorized to execute the same.
2. That the Interlocal Agreement will become effective as stated in the Interlocal Agreement.

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APPROVED and ADOPTED this ____ day of __________________, 2026.
SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL
By: __________________________________
Amy Winder Newton, Chair
Date: ________________________________
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
Lannie Chapman
Salt Lake County Clerk
REVIEWED AS TO FORM:
Adam Miller

2026.10.21 12:43:37 -06'00'
_____________________________________
Adam Miller
Deputy District Attorney
Council Member Harrison voting
Council Member Johnson voting
Council Member Moreno voting
Council Member Pinkney voting
Council Member Romero voting
Council Member Stewart voting
Council Member Stringham voting
Council Member Theodore voting
Council Member Winder Newton voting

_______
_______
_______
_______
_______
_______
_______
_______
_______

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ATTACHMENT A
Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between
Salt Lake County and the University of Utah, on behalf of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute
Data Center Toolkit + Housing Needs Assessment

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SALT LAKE COUNTY

2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114

Agenda Item

Item ID: 26-1101
Requested Agenda Date:
11/3/2026
Requested Agenda Title:
Consideration of Approval of Salt Lake County Countywide Policy on Electric Vehicle (EV)
Charging Station Program
Requested Agenda Item Description:
Consideration of a policy establishing a framework for electric vehicle charging at Countyowned stations, the policy includes centralized management by Facilities, a standard vendor, fees
for agencies, employees, and the public, and a dedicated fund for operations, maintenance, and
replacement.
Requested Action: Discussion - Vote Needed

Presenter(s) with Titles: Aimee Winder Newton, Salt Lake County Council Chair; Laurie
Stringham, Salt Lake County Council Member
Lisa Hartman, Associate Deputy Mayor; Emily Paskett, Director of Special Projects, Office of
Regional Development; Chris Firmage, Acting Director of Sustainability, Office of Regional
Development
Time Needed: 10 minutes
Is this Item Time-Sensitive and/or Requesting a Time-Certain? No

Requesting Staff Member:
Lisa Hartman, Associate Deputy Mayor
Emily Paskett, Environmental Program Manager
Christopher Firmage, Program Manager- Environmental
Attachments:

SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNTYWIDE POLICY ON ELECTRIC
VEHICLE (EV) CHARGING STATION PROGRAM
Salt Lake County-Countywide Policy on Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Program Presentation

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SALT LAKE COUNTY
COUNTYWIDE POLICY
ON
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) CHARGING STATION PROGRAM
Purpose—
To establish a consistent, coordinated, and financially sustainable framework
for the provision, operation, maintenance, and replacement of electric
vehicle supply equipment (“charging stations”) at Salt Lake County facilities,
ensuring continued access for Salt Lake County agencies, employees, and the
public.
1.0

Charging Stations

1.1
The Salt Lake County Division of Facilities Management (“Facilities
Management”) shall oversee the procurement and installation of charging stations at Salt
Lake County facilities. Facilities Management may procure vendors to maintain the charging
station equipment and infrastructure and to administer the charging station payment
systems on behalf of the County in accordance with Salt Lake County ordinances and
policies.
1.2
The Salt Lake County Council shall set cost rates for agencies, employees and
the public to use the charging stations. Rates shall be established as a fee in accordance
with Utah law and Salt Lake County ordinance and shall be calculated to recover the
County’s own costs of running the program. In doing so, the Council shall consider direct
and indirect costs that may include, among other things, energy and utility expenses,
warranties, vendor costs, applicable taxes, and the costs of maintenance, repairs, and
replacement. Such costs will also include administrative costs and future expenses
associated with sustaining the charging station program over the long-term.
1.3
The Salt Lake County Council shall review and approve the charging station
fee structure at least annually.
2.0

Centralized Maintenance and Operations of EV Charging Stations

Maintenance and operational oversight of all electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at Salt
Lake County facilities shall be centralized under Facilities. Facilities shall be responsible for
coordinating maintenance, repairs, and equipment replacement to ensure the continued
reliability, functionality, and long-term sustainability of the County's EV charging network.
These responsibilities shall be supported by the dedicated EV Charging Fund to ensure the
effective use of resources, consistent service delivery, and continued operation of the
County's charging infrastructure.

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3.0

EV Charging Station Equipment and Vendor Standardization

3.1
All existing and new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at County-owned
or operated facilities shall be integrated into a centralized Countywide EV charging network.
All new charging stations shall utilize equipment and services from a single standardized
vendor selected through applicable County procurement processes and contracts.
3.2
The County shall maintain a standardized EV charging system to ensure
consistency in equipment, network management, maintenance, operational support, and
user experience across County facilities. Centralization shall promote operational
efficiency, reliable service, and predictability in the availability and functionality of charging
stations for County employees and the public.
4.0

Charging Station Planning, Installation, and Infrastructure Funding

4.1
The installation of new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at Countyowned or operated facilities shall be planned based on facility size, anticipated demand,
accessibility, and ease of use for employees and the public.
4.2
The cost of installing EV charging stations and associated electrical
infrastructure shall be incorporated into the construction budget for all new County-owned
facilities. Charging station planning and installation shall be coordinated with Facilities,
with support from the Office of Sustainability, to ensure consistency with County standards
and integration into the County's existing EV charging network.
5.0

Dedicated EV Charging Station Fund

5.1
A dedicated, restricted, self-sustaining fund shall be established by the
Mayor’s Office of Financial Administration and administered by the County Facilities
Division, with support from the Office of Environmental Sustainability, to ensure the ongoing
operation and long-term financial sustainability of the County’s EV charging station
program.
5.2
Revenue generated from EV charging station usage shall be placed into a
restricted fund and used exclusively to cover associated electricity costs, routine
maintenance, repairs, and end-of-life equipment replacement.
5.3
The Facilities Division, with support from the Office of Environmental
Sustainability, shall be responsible for managing program revenues and expenditures,
managing operational costs, and coordinating with the Mayor’s Office of Financial
Administration to maintain the program’s long-term financial sustainability.

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6.0

Salt Lake County Agencies

6.1
Agencies who utilize charging stations for their vehicles shall be billed at the
rates set forth in the County Council’s fee structure.
6.2
Facilities Management, with support from Environmental Sustainability, shall
develop internal policies and procedures to track each agency’s usage and to bill them for
their costs on a regular cadence.
7.0

Employee-only Charging Stations

Charging stations may be installed in areas of County parking facilities accessible only to
County employees. Employees who use the charging stations shall pay the rates set forth in
the County Council’s fee structure.
8.0

Public Charging Stations

8.1
Charging stations may be installed in areas of County parking facilities
accessible to the public. Users of the public charging stations shall pay the rates set forth in
the County Council’s fee structure. The fee schedule shall be posted on the County’s
website, electronically posted on charging stations physical display, and available through
the vendors mobile application.
8.2
The County may lease parking space at County facilities to a private entity who
will offer charging station services to the public for-profit. Such private entity shall be
selected in accordance with Salt Lake County ordinances and policies. The terms of the
lease may permit the private entity to establish its own cost rates to charge the public for
using its services. Revenue received by the County from such leases shall be deposited into
the same restricted fund established under Section 5.2 and used exclusively to cover costs
associated with providing EV charging services, including electricity, operations, routine
maintenance, repairs, equipment replacement, and expansion of the County's EV charging
station network.
9.0

Effective Date of Policy Implementation

This policy shall take effect on January 1, 2027.

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APPROVED and ADOPTED this ____ day of __________________, 2026.
SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL
By: ___________________________________
Amy Winder Newton, Chair
ATTEST:
__________________________________
Lannie Chapman
Salt Lake County Clerk
REVIEWED AS TO FORM:
Adam Miller
2026.10.28 14:20:43
__________________________________
-06'00'

Adam Miller
Deputy District Attorney

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Salt Lake County
Coordinated EV Charging
Presented by:
Lisa Hartman, Associate Deputy Mayor
Emily Paskett, Director of Special Projects, Office of Regional Development
Chris Firmage, Acting In Environmental Sustainability Director, Office of Regional Development
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Current Salt Lake County EV Charging
SLCo EV Charging Ports

39 chargers (Level 2)
2 chargers (Level 3)
10 facilities
– Health Department (SLC and Murray)
– District Attorney (SLC and West Jordan)
– Government Center
– Household Hazardous Waste
– Draper Recreation Center
– Fleet Administrative Building
– Mid Valley Performing Arts Center
– Mick Riley Golf Course

SLCo Fleet Vehicles: 20 EVs & 5 PHEVs

Location
Total

Level 2 Level 3
# of Ports
Chargers Chargers
70
39
2

Gov Center

12

9

-

Midvale HD

20

8

2

SLC DA

14

7

-

Fleet HQ

4

4

-

Mid Valley

6

3

-

Mick Riley
Draper
Recreation
Center
SLC HD
Household
Hazardous
Waste
West Jordan
DA

4

2

-

4

2

-

2

1

-

2

1

-

2

1

-

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Current Decentralized EV Charging
Right now, there is no consistent standards for use and management of Salt Lake
County owned and operated EV chargers.
• Different service levels: Chargers are maintained, managed and financed by agency leadership
causing different service levels and use of the chargers for both the pubic and employees.
• Energy fluctuations: Increasing electricity costs are impacting agency budgets.
• No funding source for maintenance or replacement chargers: With EV Chargers resting with
individual agencies there is not an associated budget or plan for maintenance or aging stations.

=
Inconsistent
Standards

Rising Energy
Costs

Ongoing
Repairs &
Operations

Increased
Financial & Operational
Burden

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Benefits of Coordinated Countywide EV Charging
Oversight & Tracking

Dedicated Funding

• Real-time data tracking of usage

• Centralized fund for maintaining chargers

• Countywide visibility on a cloud-based platform

• Restricted self-sustaining fund

• Fee structure to be reviewed annually separate
from the policy

• Centralized tax & fee handling

Centralized Operations
• Standardized maintenance schedule & standard
operating procedures
• Preferred vendor for parts & service
• One central system for stations
• One customer service vendor

Allows Salt Lake County to
provide EV charging for
employees, residents, and
fleet vehicles.

• Incorporate EV charging into new facility
planning and construction budgets

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Simple & Consistent EV charging through two steps:
1. Policy
– Standardized Countywide Policy: Establish consistent EV charging operations, access, and fees across all County
facilities.
– Centralized Management: Designate Facilities as the owner and manager of the all-County EV charging infrastructure.
– Standardized Vendor: Designate ChargePoint as the County’s standard EV charging equipment and network provider
– New Construction: Incorporate EV charging station, electrical infrastructure, and structural requirements into new
construction budgets
– Charging Fee Structure: Establish fees for employees, public and agencies with defined costs.
– Dedicated Funding: Establish a fund to cover electricity, maintenance, repairs, and the end-of-life equipment
replacement

2. Fee Structure
– Outlines the specific fee to agencies, employees, and the public. Allows for a fee structure to be modified, while
leaving the policy as is.

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EV Charging Policy – Effective January 1, 2027
Dedicated Fee Structure & Policy saves the General Fund ~$170,000* annually
• EV Charger Management
§ Centralize management of the county’s EV chargers with Facilities.
§ Framework for standard vendors to be used.
§ Countywide tracking of utility costs and usage of stations, and analysis.
§ Internal invoicing for County owned vehicles
– Supported by Facilities, Sustainability, and Fleet

• Fee-Funded Cost Recovery
§ Initiate a user fee to recover electricity costs currently absorbed by agencies
§ Reduce EVs parked at charging stations after charging is complete, increasing charger availability for employees
and residents.
§ Create a fund for ongoing maintenance, warranty, taxes, cloud software, repairs, and end-of-life replacement
managed by Facilities.

*Includes ~$30,000 of internal costs for County vehicles (that may be paid for by grants or other funds)

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EV Charging Fee Structure – Effective January 1, 2027
Dedicated Fee Structure & Policy saves the General Fund ~$170,000* annually
• Recommended Level 2 fee:
• Public & Employee
– $0.30 per kWh
– $1 session fee
– $10 an hour after the vehicle is fully charged

• Internal Fleet:
– $0.16 per kwh for agencies
» Recovers electricity costs currently absorbed by
agencies and fund ongoing maintenance, warranties,
repair, and replacement.

• Recommended Level 3 fee:
• Public, Employee & Fleet:
– $0.50 per kWh
– $1 session fee
– $10 an hour after the vehicle is fully charged
» Health Department currently has two Level 3 chargers purchased
through grant funding. These chargers are exceptions to the County's
standard infrastructure, as no County-owned electric vehicles
currently require Level 3 charging.

• 2027 Fee Test Period
• Collect and track 2027 usage data to ensure 2028 rates are representative of costs, then review rates annually.

*Includes ~$30,000 of internal costs for County vehicles (that may be paid for by grants or other funds)

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Questions?

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EV Charging: Appendix

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Scope of EV Charging for Salt Lake County
Level 2 Charging

Level 3 Charging

• Most common, charges in a few hours
• Think a garden hose filling a bucket

• Extremely fast charging (only for compatible vehicles)
• Think fire hose filling a bucket

Level 3 Info

Level 2 Info
Voltage

240V (Dryer Plug)

Voltage

400V-800V

Power

~11.5 kW

Power

50-350kW

Speed

15-40 miles per hour

Speed

Time to Charge (0-80%)

4-6 hours

100-300 miles per half
hour

SLCo impacts

39 chargers

Time to Charge
(80%)

20-45 minutes

SLCo Impacts

2 chargers at Env. Health

The focus area for the Salt Lake County
Strategy for Coordinated EV Charging.

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Peer Feedback
• Summit County/Park City: Examining how best to manage their current portfolio of chargers, to support their fleet and
residents. Looking at peers on how to recover costs especially in high traffic areas like Park City or Kimball Junction.
– Most of the Summit County EV chargers are non-networked which eliminates most options for user fees.

• Ogden City: Ogden will require parking fees on stalls that have EV charging. They will reevaluate fees and charging after
installing fees.
• Grand Junction, Colorado: Saw gap in EV Charging being available, but did not want to be involved in management. The
city leases land to a third party to install and manage EV chargers.
– High cost to acquire third party management vendor

• Jackson Hole, Wyoming: Applied for and was awarded US DOT funding for EV Charging and EV Charging management.
Secured a vendor to manage all EV chargers with a shared and agreed upon revenue and ownership model.

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Lessons Learned from State Of Utah
• Challenge: UDOT found similar issues as SLCo in the ongoing
costs, management, maintenance, warranty, and vandalism of
their EV chargers.
• Process: 2024-2025 UDOT released an RFP to have their EV
chargers managed by a third party, their RFP received 0 responses.
– Included level 2 & 3 charging

• 2 year Pilot Program: In July 2025, the State of Utah started
collecting fees for EV charging and a below market rate (including
employees and the public).

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Internal Salt Lake County Agencies Engaged
• EV Charging Facilities Review & Input:
– Community Services
• Parks & Recreation and Golf
• Library
• Arts & Culture

– District Attorney
– Facilities Management
– Fleet Management
– Human Services

• EV Charging Policy Structure Review
– District Attorney
– Mayor Finance & Administrative Services
– Contracts & Procurement
– Facilities Management
– Fleet Management

• Health Department
• Aging & Adult Services
• Youth Services

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Glossary Terms
• Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE): The hardware and infrastructure used to charge electric vehicles, including charging stations,
connectors, cables, and related electrical components.
• kWh: A unit of energy that measures how much electricity is consumed or delivered over time. EV charging fees are typically based on the
number of kWh used.
• Load: The amount of electrical demand placed on a building’s electrical system at any given time. EV charging increases a facility’s load and may
affect utility costs or infrastructure needs.
• Warranty: A manufacturer or vendor’s guarantee covering repair, or replacement of EVSE components for a specified period typically renewed
annually. Warranties may include hardware, software, parts, labor, and customer support.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Formal guidelines that outline consistent processes for installing, operating, maintaining, and
monitoring EVSE across County facilities.
• Networked EVSE: Charging equipment that is connected to the internet, allowing it to be monitored and managed remotely. Networked EVSE
can track usage, control access, process payments, and provide data and reporting.
• Non-Networked EVSE: Charging equipment that is not connected to the internet and operates on its own. Non-networked EVSE provides basic
charging only, with no remote monitoring, data tracking, or payment capabilities.

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SALT LAKE COUNTY

2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114

Agenda Item

Item ID: 26-1103
Requested Agenda Date:
11/3/2026
Requested Agenda Title:
Consideration of Approval of an Electric Vehicle Charging Fee at County Owned Stations
Requested Agenda Item Description:
Consideration of a fee structure establishing electric vehicle charging fees at County-owned
charging stations for the public, employees, and County fleet vehicles. It recovers costs from
users instead of the General Fund. A fee schedule would then be approved or reviewed at least
annually. Rates are outlined in the attached structure.
Requested Action: Discussion - Vote Needed

Presenter(s) with Titles: Lisa Hartman, Associate Deputy Mayor; Emily Paskett, Special
Projects Director, Office of Regional Development; Chris Firmage, Acting Director of
Sustainability, Office of Regional Development
Time Needed: Less than 5 minutes
Is this Item Time-Sensitive and/or Requesting a Time-Certain? No

Requesting Staff Member:
Lisa Hartman, Associate Deputy Mayor
Emily Paskett, Environmental Program Manager
Christopher Firmage, Program Manager- Environmental
Attachments:

Electric Vehicle Charging Fee Schedule

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Electric Vehicle Charging Fee Schedule
Effective January 1st, 2027

Public & Employee Fees
Fee

Amount

Level 2: per kWh used
Level 3: Per kWh used
Session Charge
Idle Charge: per hour or per minute

$0.30
$0.50
$1.00
$10.00 per hour
$0.167 per minute

Internal County Fleet Vehicle Fees
Fee

Amount

Level 2: per kWh used
Level 3: Per kWh used

$0.16
$0.50

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SALT LAKE COUNTY

2001 So. State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114

Agenda Item

Item ID: 26-1107
Requested Agenda Date:
11/3/2026
Requested Agenda Title:
First Reading of an Ordinance of the Legislative Body of Salt Lake County, Utah, Amending
Section 2.04.160 of the Salt Lake County Code of Ordinances, 2001, Entitled "Form of Action"
to Memorialize Procedures Related to the Council's Adoption of Legislative Intent Items as Part
of the County Budget Process and the Council's Issuance of Proclamations, and Related Matters
Requested Agenda Item Description:
Memorialize Procedures Related to the Council's Adoption of Legislative Intent Items as Part of
the County Budget Process and the Council's Issuance of Proclamations, and Related Matters
Requested Action: Discussion - Vote Needed

Presenter(s) with Titles: Mitchell F. Park, Salt Lake County Council Legal Counsel
Time Needed: 5 minutes
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Legislative Intent and Proclamation Ordinance(RAFL)

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SALT LAKE COUNTY ORDINANCE
ORDINANCE NO.__________

__________, 2026

LEGISLATIVE INTENT AND PROCLAMATION AMENDMENTS
AN ORDINANCE OF THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF SALT LAKE COUNTY,
UTAH, AMENDING SECTION 2.04.160 OF THE SALT LAKE COUNTY
CODE OF ORDINANCES, 2001, ENTITLED “FORM OF ACTION” TO
MEMORIALIZE PROCEDURES RELATED TO THE COUNCIL’S
ADOPTION OF LEGISLATIVE INTENT ITEMS AS PART OF THE COUNTY
BUDGET PROCESS AND THE COUNCIL’S
ISSUANCE OF
PROCLAMATIONS, AND RELATED MATTERS
The County Legislative Body of Salt Lake County ordains as follows:
SECTION I. The amendments made herein are designated by underlining the new
substituted words. Words being deleted are designated by brackets and interlineations.
SECTION II. Section 2.04.160 of the Salt Lake County Code of Ordinances, 2001 is
hereby amended to read as follows:
2.04.160 - Form of action.
The council may take action in the form of ordinances, countywide policies, resolutions,
or motions [upon requests or memorials]. The council may also issue proclamations.
A.

Ordinances.

1.

The council may pass all ordinances, not repugnant to law, necessary for carrying

into effect or discharging the powers and duties conferred by state statute and the plan, and as are
necessary and proper to provide for the safety, and preserve the health, promote the prosperity,
improve the morals, peace, and good order, comfort, and convenience of the county and its
inhabitants, and for the protection of property in the county.
2.

All ordinances must be in written form before a vote is taken.

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3.

Except for ordinances for the codification or general revision of county

ordinances, no ordinance shall be passed containing more than one subject.
4.

Any ordinance passed by the council shall contain and be in substantially the

following order and form:
a.

Ordinance number and date;

b.

A short title which indicates the nature of the subject matter of the
ordinance;

c.

A long title stating the need or reason for the ordinance and summarizing

its contents;
d.

An ordaining clause which states "The County Legislative Body of Salt

Lake County ordains as follows:";
e.

The body or subject of the ordinance;

f.

When applicable, a statement indicating the penalty for violation of the

ordinance;
g.

A statement indicating the effective date of the ordinance;

h.

A signature line for the chair or acting chair and for the county clerk;

i.

An ordinance history indicating the approval or disapproval of the council
members and the county mayor and final disposition of the ordinance and

an

ordinance summary as required by statute.
5.

Except in exigent circumstances, or except when directed by a majority of council

members present, all ordinances, including ordinances relating to planning and zoning matters
enacted pursuant to Title 19 of this code, shall be introduced in writing and read or described to
the council at least one meeting prior to the council's consideration for adoption of the ordinance.

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Copies of the proposed ordinance shall be published along with the agenda for the meeting at
which the ordinance is to be considered.
6.

Upon adoption, each ordinance shall be signed and published as required by state

statute and submitted to the county mayor for review and any applicable exercise of the county
mayor's veto authority.
7.

In addition to the requirements of this section, ordinances shall be adopted

consistent with state statute, the plan, and the additional requirements contained in Section
2.08.030. To the extent that any of these requirements are inconsistent, the requirements of state
statute shall prevail.
B.

Resolutions.

1.

Resolutions shall be considered and adopted in those matters required by law or

otherwise and may be used for policy declarations and proposals not appropriately addressed by
ordinance and may be used to exercise council authority in matters of statements of policy and
communication.
2.

Resolutions shall be in a form and contain sections substantially similar to that

prescribed for ordinances.
3.

A resolution is not subject to veto by the county mayor except as to line item

budget veto, as provided in the plan.
4.

A council veto-override [pursuant to Section 2.04.140] shall take the form of a

resolution, but may be considered and adopted at the same meeting the override is proposed.
C.

[Memorials.] Proclamations.

1.

[Memorials shall be adopted in the form of proclamations or motions, as may be

deemed appropriate, and shall be used] Proclamations may be used to [respond to or] commend

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persons or groups for notable activities and achievements, to honor cultural events and
occasions, or to provide a memorial to deceased persons or historical events [which have been
called to the attention of the council]. A proclamation formatted as a ceremonial resolution is a
proclamation governed by this Subsection C and is not a resolution under Subsection B. A
proclamation has no legal effect. [Memorials in the form of proclamations] Proclamations need
not be reviewed as to form by the attorney. [Memorials in the form of proclamations]
Proclamations may also be jointly [adopted] issued by the council and the county mayor, and
other county elected officers.
2.

Any council member may propose a proclamation for inclusion on a council

agenda. Proclamations shall ordinarily be scheduled near the end of the council agenda and may
be read and presented in the council chambers. [Memorials] Proclamations may be considered
and [adopted] issued at the same meeting in which they have been proposed and in all events
shall be recorded in the minutes.
3.

Each proclamation shall be prepared with a signature line for each council

member and shall be circulated to all council members for review no later than noon on the
Friday before the regular council meeting at which the proclamation will be considered. A
council member may opt out of signing a proclamation. A proclamation is sponsored by the
entire council, except for any council member who opts out.
4.

The council may issue a proclamation by reading or presenting it at a council

meeting, and a motion and vote of approval is not required. However, if any council member so
requests, a proclamation shall be issued only upon a motion and vote of approval by the council.

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5.

A statement concerning a substantive policy matter, or a matter likely to elicit

discussion and debate, should be proposed as a resolution under Subsection B rather than as a
proclamation.
D.

Policies, Procedures, Rules and Regulations.

1.

Policies, procedures, rules and regulations shall be considered and adopted in

those matters determined to be appropriate by the council and not prohibited by statute.
2.

Policies, procedures, rules and regulations shall be presented and considered in

such form as directed by the council, including the additional procedures and requirements
provided by Chapter 2.08.
E.

All resolutions, policies, procedures, rules, regulations and ordinances shall be

numbered, recorded and maintained in accordance with provisions of state law and applicable
county ordinances.
F.

Legislative Intent.

1.

The council may adopt statements of legislative intent to express the council's

expectations, priorities, and policy objectives in connection with the consideration and adoption
of the annual Salt Lake County budget. Legislative intent is not a substitute for formal legislative
action. Items that are intended to create ongoing legal obligations, amend county policy, or
establish permanent procedural requirements shall be proposed as ordinances, resolutions, or
countywide policies, as appropriate.
2.

Legislative intent shall ordinarily be considered and adopted in connection with

the council’s annual budget process as described in Chapter 2.95. To the extent practical, draft
legislative intent items shall be proposed in writing and circulated to council members and
council staff in advance of the budget workshop or budget hearing at which they will be

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considered. Final adoption of legislative intent items shall be memorialized and incorporated as a
formal appendix or exhibit to the council’s budget resolution, with public notice provided in the
manner required by law and review by the attorney consistent with Section 2.04.165.
3.

Each legislative intent item shall identify the budget year to which it applies. All

legislative intent items shall expire automatically on December 31 of the applicable budget year
without the need for a separate rescission vote.
4.

If the council desires to continue a legislative intent item beyond its original

budget year, the item must be affirmatively re-adopted during the next annual budget process.
Re-adoption of a prior year’s item requires a review of the item’s current status and relevance by
the council. Council staff shall prepare an annual status report on expiring legislative intent items
to assist the council in determining which items, if any, should be re-adopted, converted into a
more durable legislative instrument, or retired.
5.

Any legislative intent items proposed outside of a budget workshop or budget

hearing shall be prepared in writing and publicly noticed on the agenda for the meeting at which
they will be considered consistent with Section 2.04.140.
6.

Legislative intent items that have been carried for more than one budget year

without implementation shall be evaluated for conversion to a more durable instrument or
retirement.
SECTION III. Any previous legislative intent items adopted by the Council prior to the
effective date of this ordinance are rescinded effective January 1, 2027, unless specifically readopted by the Council consistent with the provisions of this ordinance.

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SECTION IV. This ordinance shall become effective fifteen (15) days after its passage
and upon at least one publication in a newspaper published and having general circulation in Salt
Lake County.
APPROVED and ADOPTED this ______ day of ____________, 2026.

SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL
By: _____________________________________
Aimee Winder Newton, Chair
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Lannie Chapman
Salt Lake County Clerk
REVIEWED AS TO FORM

Digitally signed by Ralph

Ralph Chamness Chamness
Date: 2026.10.28 15:39:22 -06'00'

_______________________________
Deputy District Attorney
Date

ORDINANCE HISTORY
Council Member Harrison voting
_________
Council Member Johnson voting
_________
Council Member Moreno voting
_________
Council Member Pinkney voting
_________
Council Member Romero voting
_________
Council Member Stewart voting
_________
Council Member Stringham voting
_________
Council Member Theodore voting
_________
Council Member Winder Newton voting _________
Complete as Applicable:
Vetoed and dated this ___ day of _________, 2026.

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By: ______________________________________
Jennifer Wilson, Mayor
Veto override: Yes ____ No ____ Date _____________
Ordinance published in the newspaper: Date __________
Effective date of ordinance: ___________________
SUMMARY OF
SALT LAKE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. _________
On the ____ day of ______, 2026, the County Council of Salt Lake County adopted Ordinance
No. __________, adopting provisions related to the Council’s consideration of legislative intent
items as part of the County’s budget process and the Council’s issuance of proclamations, and
related matters.
SALT LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL
By: _____________________________________
Aimee Winder Newton, Chair
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Lannie Chapman
Salt Lake County Clerk
ORDINANCE HISTORY
Council Member Harrison voting
_________
Council Member Johnson voting
_________
Council Member Moreno voting
_________
Council Member Pinkney voting
_________
Council Member Romero voting
_________
Council Member Stewart voting
_________
Council Member Stringham voting
_________
Council Member Theodore voting
_________
Council Member Winder Newton voting _________

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A complete copy of the ordinance is available in the office of the Salt Lake County Clerk, 2001
South State Street, N2-700, Salt Lake City, Utah.

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