Laurie Stringham
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- 0:34
- Avg per meeting
- 0:17
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Top issues during term (20)
Jail Modernization and Criminal Justice Reform
Requires ongoing county investment paired with state funds and opioid settlement monies to support specialized teams and housing.
Economic Outlook and Housing Affordability
$550,000 total allocated across organizations under Policy 1200.
Parks and Recreation Ice Rink Policy Changes
Potential loss of income for skating coaches and increased pressure on alternative ice facilities.
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Transient Room Tax Revenue Bonds
Saves the county upwards of $1 million annually in debt service through an improved bond credit rating.
November 2026 Local Special Bond Election Procedures
Up to $100 million in general obligation bonds with no anticipated property tax rate increase based on projected growth.
Data Center Zoning Regulations
Staff and legal resources will be required to draft new zoning regulations and study regional water impacts.
E-Bike Regulations on County Trails
Minimal cost for signage installation estimated at approximately $50 per sign for about ten initial signs.
FY 2026 Midyear Budget Adjustments and Tax Rates
Adjusts appropriations across county funds with a net neutral general fund impact and capital set-asides.
Zoo, Arts, and Parks (ZAP) Program Funding
Approximately $38 million in grant allocations funded through voter-approved sales taxes.
Discovery Gateway Museum Agreement Oversight
No immediate financial impact; recommendations focus on administrative and maintenance compliance.
2027 Employee Benefits and Health Plan Adjustments
Involves approximately $1.2 million to $1.5 million in projected health plan adjustments.
2027 Proposed County Budget & Property Tax Increase
Generates $39.5 million in additional ad valorem revenue, costing the owner of an average $658,000 home about $5.85 per month.
$128 Million General Obligation Bond for Parks and Open Space
The estimated annual property tax impact is $16.39 for an average residential property valued at $658,000, though net operational and maintenance costs are projected at $47.1 million annually during the first ten years.
Proposed Federal ICE Detention Center Litigation
Unknown costs associated with proposed legal defense services.
Integrated Watershed Plan Adoption
Public outreach campaigns have increased budgets to support water conservation messaging.
Community Access and Senior Center Historic Recognition
Fleet Management Performance Audit & Oversight
Potential cost savings from eliminating underutilized vehicles and reducing fleet maintenance expenses.
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Decisions during term (251)
Recorded while Stringham was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Acceptance of Board of Equalization Minutes
Approval of Exempt Property Recommendations
Approval of Assessor and Hearing Officer Recommendations
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
Preliminary Approval of Auditor, Surveyor, and Treasurer Budgets
Continuation of Clerk Fee Increase Proposal
Approval of County Clerk Budget (Excluding Fees)
Approval of County Recorder Budget Request
Resolution Approving First Amendment to North Temple Viaduct Interlocal Agreement
CONSENT ITEMS
APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Approval of October 6, 2026, County Council Minutes 26-1072
Approval of October 6, 2026, County Council 6 PM Minutes 26-1073
Consent Agenda (Artwork Donation and DMV Refunds)
Appointment of Deputy Constables
ZAP Tier I and Zoological Funding Recommendations 2027
ZAP Tier II Funding Recommendations 2026
Set Public Hearing for North Temple Viaduct Project Area Amendment
Approval of September 29, 2026, County Council Minutes
Consent Agenda Approval
Voting record (31)
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that this agenda item be approved
Budget Adjustment: TRCC Contribution for Lichtenstein Sculpture
that the Consent Agenda be approved
that this agenda item be approved
Consent Agenda Approval
Wanted to pull an item off the consent agenda.
that this resolution be adopted with a new section directing Council legal counsel to work with the District Attorney's Office to prepare a temporary land use ordinance, consistent with Utah Code §17-
Resolution Regarding Water-Intensive Industrial Development (Failed Amendment)
Approval of Recommended Projects for General Obligation Bond
to approve Jennifer Nakao and Andy Stephenson as members of the Career Services Council.
Reappointment of Career Services Council Members (Item 5.4)
She preferred to bifurcate the vote and did not want to approve an appointment without being able to ask questions.
to reconsider the vote for this agenda item
that the bid be ratified based on the testimony that was given
to void the tax sale and relist the property at the next County tax sale
Contest of Tax Sale: Parcel 16-17-306-026-0000 (Initial Ratification)
Decision
Void Tax Sale and Relist Property
Temporary Land Use Regulation for Rocky Mountain Power Project
to forward the ordinance to the July 14, 2026, Council Meeting for final consideration
A motion was made by Council Member Stewart, seconded by Council Member Moreno, to not approve this request today, but defer consideration of it to the annual budget.
A motion was made by Council Member Johnson, seconded by Council Member Theodore, to approve the time-limited position as recommended by the Mayor.
Sheriff's Office Additional FTEs Request
Justice Court Time-Limited Position
Wanted a finalized agreement with South Jordan before funding the position.
that this agenda item be approved
Approval of 2026 Recreation Bond Advisory Board Nominations
Voted in support due to COG nominations, despite concerns over geographic representation.