7:00 PM Welcome - Chair Approve Minutes Secretary Report Treasurer Report Chair Announcements 7:05 PM Community Announcements Fire Department Station #3 Crime Report - Det Lowe 7:15 PM Public comments for items not on the agenda 7:20 PM Blaine Hollow Update Chris Lee 7:30 PM Legislative Update by Rep. Justin Miller 7:45 PM Committee Reports Land Use & Zoning Parks, Open Space & Trails Transportation Arts & Culture Historic...
Amy Barry[/caption]
Even though it is snowing as I begin this month's chair report I wanted to focus on the move into spring. I wanted to focus on the rise of outdoor activities in Sugar House and highlight pedestrian safety. We live in an area that experiences high volumes of traffic, especially during rush hour. I realize motorists complain about the traffic and how long it takes to move along 1300 E and 2100 S, but I would like to remind everyone that these arterial roads are adjacent to residential areas. It is a balance between moving vehicles and providing safe walking routes for residents. I don't think we've found that balance as I regularly get emails from people complaining about various crosswalk areas being unsafe for pedestrians.
More people are out walking and riding bicycles as the weather warms up. The issue of pedestrian safety is a shared responsibility. Drivers need to pay extra attention to pedestrian crosswalks. Every day I see a car drive right through when a pedestrian is either ready to step out or in the crosswalk! Likewise pedestrians need to respect these rules and refrain from jaywalking because they don't want to walk a little ways to the designated crosswalk. Amy Barry[/caption]
I admit that I have been anxiously waiting to be able to write about the opening of monument plaza or at the very least the removal of the fencing.
The construction in the business district has been a lot to live through and I, for one am glad to see some relief in sight. When the construction fences came down on the monument I did a little jig (in my head) of joy.
I am reminded about the diverse views of our community by the variety of comments surrounding the creation of monument plaza. This project is a reflection of the Sugar House Master Plan, which was a community effort. The city and SHCC look to this document to guide us. This is another prime example of why your participation matters. We are advocating to SLC Planning that it is time to update our master plan to reflect what has been accomplished and the changes we've experienced. When that time comes I hope many step up to be part of that process. Sugar House resident Pat Shea submitted a proposal to list the Forest Dale clubhouse on the historic preservation registry with the State of Utah. Read the proposal and the letter of recommendation by Salt Lake City Planning. ForestDaleHistoricPreservation ...
April 1, 2015 Meeting Agenda 7:00 PM Welcome - Chair Approve minutes of prior meeting (Feb & March) Secretary Report Treasurer Report Chair Announcements Public Utility Project 7:05 PM Community Announcements Fire Department Crime Report - Det. Lowe 7:15 PM Public comments for items not on the agenda 7:20 PM Legislative Update by Senator Jani Iwamoto 7:40 PM Public Utilities Emergency...
Events SUGAR HOUSE ART WALK - 2nd Friday of every month The Sugar House Art Walk is changing their format somewhat. The art walk will still occur monthly, but businesses will find it easier to drop on and off the schedule. They have a new instagram account "artwalk.sugarhouse" you...
[caption id="attachment_92825" align="alignleft" width="860"] Photo Courtesy: Karyn Luke[/caption] The mission of the SHCC is to involve citizens in identifying issues, plans and projects that enhance the beauty, safety, vibrancy, and human-scale character of Sugar House neighborhoods, business, and historical and natural resources. The council sponsors, supports...