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District One Newsletter
Winter 99
ETHICS ORDINANCE: A more stringent ethics ordinance (known as "Conflict of Interest" ordinance) was adopted by the Council on November 17th, following several months of ethics research by city staff. The new ordinance can be viewed on the city’s web page at http://www.ci.slc.ut.us/government/index.html. Choose "City Code," then go to Title 2, Chapter 2.44. MASTER PLAN FOR NORTH ROSE PARK: To address the need for retail development and to plan for residential development north of the Rose Park Golf Course and Rosewood Park, the Council initiated a master plan for the 900 West/1000 North commercial area and the north Rose Park area. The Plan will address commercial design guidelines, traffic connections, soccer fields at Rosewood, and a proposed state wetlands park west of the Jordan River Parkway. The Council requested that the city’s community and economic development department include property owners and the Rose Park Community Council in the planning process. TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT: The 1998-99 City budget adopted by the Council on June 16th included funding for ten additional police officers devoted to traffic enforcement. A budget summary can be viewed on the city’s web page at http://www.ci.slc.ut.us/government/city_council/index.html. Choose "Salt Lake City Fiscal Year 1998-99 Budget." CAMPAIGN FINANCE REFORM: The Council adopted campaign finance regulations for Salt Lake City elections on October 20th. The new campaign finance ordinance can be viewed on the city’s web page at http://www.ci.slc.ut.us/government/index.html. Choose "City Code," then go to Title 2, Chapter 2.46. GATEWAY DEVELOPMENT: The Council adopted a gateway master plan in August that will guide land-use development. The Council also adopted zoning regulations for the area that will address specific design elements such as building height, landscaping, and streetscape design in order to develop an integrated appearance. The master plan can be viewed on the city’s web page at www.ci.slc.ut.us/services/planning/gateway.html. FOCUS ON CHILDREN: The Council adopted the following resolution concerning children on October 20th: "Whereas, when government promotes policies creating surroundings suitable for those least able to care for their needs -- the City’s children -- it promotes a City that is suitable for all residents; and Whereas, the Salt Lake City Council believes their policies should address the needs of the City’s most vulnerable population -- the City’s children; and Whereas, in the future the Council Members will view all City issues in the context of the impact they will have on today’s children and future generations; and Whereas, above all, children should be safe in their homes, child care facilities, schools, neighborhoods and play areas; and Whereas, City government, as a leader of the urban community, has a social responsibility to promote policies addressing unsafe/unjust conditions experienced by the City’s children in a manner that benefits the whole community; and Whereas, as children have unique needs to develop properly, their bodies need a clean environment, including clean air, water, and land; and Whereas, children have a right to be raised in a safe, crime free environment; and Whereas, children should be given the opportunity to experience Salt Lake City’s various cultures in a positive light; and Whereas, all children should have the opportunities provided to them to obtain the academic and life skills they need to succeed; and Whereas, children need places which help them develop their creative abilities; and Whereas neighborhoods, businesses, churches, schools, child care facilities, governments and individuals have an opportunity to be a positive influence in fostering self-worth and confidence in our children; and Whereas, all children in the City should have equal access to recreational facilities and programs to serve their needs; and Whereas, all children deserve quality care and support in a nurturing environment, whether that be their homes, child care facilities, schools, neighborhoods or play areas. Now, therefore, let it be resolved that the Salt Lake City Council hereby pledges to make Salt Lake City’s children their top priority, making every effort to create a child-friendly, safe environment for their enjoyment, growth and success. The Council believes if we make our City a great place for kids, it will be a great place for all residents."
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