November 13, 2024

Voting

• 5-0 approving an amendment to the Rosecrest master development agreement.
• 5-0 approving the Panorama master development agreement with related zoning and general plan changes.
• 5-0 approving an amendment to the South Hills master development agreement with related zoning and general plan changes.
• 5-0 approving the Old Town water line replacement project construction contract.
• 5-0 approving a reimbursement agreement with Edge Homes for 13800 South construction.
• 5-0 approving an amendment to the Hidden Oaks master development agreement.
• 5-0 approving a City ordinance change to allow the City Manager to act as the hearing officer for certain types of reasonable accommodation requests.
• 5-0 approving the Consent Agenda, which includes the following:
• City Council meeting minutes for October 9.
• 2025 meeting schedule.
• Policy for contract approval and signing authority.
• Construction contract for Whisper Rose pressure-reducing valve replacement.
• Mountain Ridge Park playground equipment purchase agreement.

General Meeting

Rosecrest, Panorama, and South Hills development agreements

The City Council approved key amendments to three interrelated developments in the southern part of Herriman. While much of the development was already planned, several updates and new elements were introduced to improve the design, infrastructure, and connectivity of the area.

Key overall points:

• Juniper Crest Road extension: Juniper Crest Road will be extended to connect to Mountain View Corridor, expected to be completed within the next 12 months. This extension will greatly enhance traffic flow and accessibility in the area.
• Landscaping improvements: Existing sections of Juniper Crest Road will be landscaped, a long-requested improvement from residents. While this will take a few years to complete, it has been contractually agreed upon by the developers.
• Panorama Park: A large new park, Panorama Park, will be included in the development, providing valuable green space for the community.
• Commercial centers: Significant commercial development along Mountain View Corridor at major intersections will bring new businesses and employment opportunities to the area.
• Improved connectivity: The amendments ensure better integration between these developments, with enhanced road, trail, and open space connectivity, which is often lacking in large, separate projects.
• Residential housing placement: These projects will include a mix of low- and high-density housing (note that much of this was already approved under long-standing agreements). The plan has been adjusted to ensure higher-density areas are located closest to the highway, while density is reduced farther up the hillside and away from main roads.

While most of the land uses and zoning were previously approved, these updates introduce new elements that will result in a more cohesive and well-integrated final development. The South Hills agreement was approved by the Council, subject to the completion of further review of certain technical specifications.

Old Town Water Line replacement

The construction contract for the upcoming water line replacement work in “Old Town” Herriman was awarded to Tempest Enterprises. Their bid was for $3,551,512—most of which is funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. Work is expected to begin in early spring and last throughout the year. Information will be available at herriman.gov/upcomingprojects.

13800 South reimbursement agreement

The City Council approved a reimbursement amount of $525,850 for the City’s share of the construction costs for 13800 South. The City and developer already have an agreement in place for reimbursing road costs. This approval finalizes the amount the City will pay. While the developer covered most of the construction costs, the City requested a larger road size than the minimum required, so the City agreed to reimburse the developer for the additional costs.

City Council comments

• Councilmember Shields commended the staff and students at Blackridge Elementary School for their outstanding Veterans Day celebration. Mayor Palmer commended a similar event at Providence Hall and other schools.
• Mayor Palmer thanked staff for their work on the recent Senior Social event.

Public comments

• Four residents expressed frustration or concerns about receiving notices to remove landscaping that is encroaching on public property. The City Council provided clarifications on the process used to address property encroachments across the city. While the Council expressed sympathy for the challenges these residents face, they emphasized the goal of fairness in handling these situations, understanding that it’s not always possible to find a solution that satisfies every property owner.

City Council board and committee reports

• Councilmember Hodges, representing the Jordan Basin Improvement District board, mentioned that the budget public hearing will be next week.
• Councilmember Ohrn, representing the Wasatch Front Waste and Recycling District board, reminded the public that the budget meeting (including potentially multiple rate increases) is on Monday, November 18.
• Mayor Palmer reported on a recent meeting with UTA and state representatives and said the planned bus line through Herriman is on track for implementation.

Work Meeting

Panorama, Wasatch-South Hills public infrastructure districts

The City Council and staff discussed the final steps for funding infrastructure for the Panorama and South Hills developments on the south side of the city. The funding will come through public infrastructure districts, which use a temporary property tax (only applicable inside the new development) to pay back the costs of building infrastructure like roads and water lines. This method ensures the City does not have to pay for the new roads, as the developer covers 100% of the costs. The roads and water lines will be built first, before homes and businesses are constructed. The public infrastructure districts are expected to be approved at the next City Council meeting in December.

6000 West Widening

The City Council discussed plans for the first phase of widening and improvements to 6000 W (Pioneer Street), which runs between Herriman Blvd. (12600 South) and Silver Sky Drive. The Council reviewed three different options for the width of the road and surrounding areas, including the road, curb/gutter, park strip, and sidewalk. They decided on a 64-foot-wide area. This plan includes a three-lane road with two travel lanes and one turn lane, a park strip with alternating stamped concrete and planter beds, and a sidewalk. The City hopes to begin this project within the next couple of years, depending on available funding.

Memo of understanding for athletic complex

The City Council reviewed and agreed upon a draft memorandum of understanding (MOU) with several developers and property owners to initiate formal discussions about a proposed 56-acre athletic complex in northern Herriman. This MOU is a starting point for ongoing negotiations and is not a final agreement. The proposed negotiations include several property swaps to consolidate land into one contiguous parcel for the athletic complex. The complex aligns with the City’s plan to promote sports-related tourism, enhance economic development, and increase tourism and sales tax revenue, while also addressing the need for additional sports playing fields in this part of the Salt Lake Valley.

As noted, these negotiations are ongoing, and the MOU merely provides a formal path forward. The Council raised concerns during the meeting regarding a request from one of the property owners to significantly increase housing density on one of the properties. This matter will be revisited and further discussed at a future meeting.

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