District 7 Council Member· 2026-2030
Sarah Young
Salt Lake City
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- 101
- Total speaking time
- 9:28:21
- Avg per meeting
- 5:38
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District 7 Council Member Sarah Young on the recordAI-generated · 22 meetingsCouncil Member Sarah Young consistently prioritizes land-use planning, economic development, and administrative transparency within District 7. She has been a vocal advocate for protecting the character of the Sugar House neighborhood, notably voting to reject a hotel rezone to prevent premature densification, while also pushing for infrastructure improvements and supporting public safety initiatives. Across multiple sessions, she has demonstrated a focus on procedural clarity and fiscal accountability, frequently questioning staff on project funding, performance metrics, and the efficacy of grant programs. Her legislative record reflects a balance between fostering community growth, such as her support for the S-Line streetcar extension, and advocating for reduced bureaucratic red tape to improve direct service to her constituents.
Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Short-Term Rental Regulation
Not specified.
Youth and Family Division Strategic Plan
Supported in part by $800,000 in new general fund allocation while pursuing external state grants and philanthropic revenue.
Parry Block Real Property Disposition
Potential $9.5 million land discount or foregone revenue for the agency in exchange for community benefits.
Northpoint Light Industrial Rezone and Data Center Ban
Substantial private capital investment in industrial facilities offset by local road wear.
real estate development
If new housing units are developed
Rio Grande District Redevelopment & Zoning
Allocates $3,705,316 in unbudgeted funds toward Depot District infrastructure projects.
airport development
No direct financial impact, but clarifies procedures for handling lost property.
Housing Market Trends
Increased property values could boost city property tax revenue, but also lead to higher housing costs for residents.
Liberty Wells Townhome Rezone and Infill Development
Will generate increased property tax revenues and construction activity.
CRA land sale/development
The approval of these budgets sets the financial framework for significant city projects and reinvestment programs.
Liberty Wells Townhome Rezone (1990 & 2002 S 500 E)
Private investment of multiple millions of dollars in residential real estate development.
airport development/amenities
No direct financial impact, but clarifies procedures for handling lost property.
development proposal rejection
The city will forgo potential property and sales tax revenue from the rejected hotel, as well as construction-related fees, though it also avoids potential costs associated with increased city services for the development.
development project
The City would sell the 2.42-acre property at a below-market sales price of $1 million, paid over a 55-year period, representing foregone revenue for the city in exchange for public benefits.
Local business development
Commercial property owners will pay assessments based on property value and linear footage for three years.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Young personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.
- movedpassed 7-02026-08-18
adopt Ordinance 10 of 2026, Fence and Hedge Height Text Amendment.
- movedpassed 7-02026-08-18
Close Public Hearing: Sugar House Special Assessment Area
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 7-02026-08-18
Moved by Council Member Carlsen, seconded by Council Member Petro to adopt Ordinance 36 of 2026, approving an ordinance that would amend Section 5.4.200 of the Salt Lake City Code …
- secondedpassed 7-02026-08-18
close the public hearing and defer action to a future Council Meeting.
- secondedpassed 7-02026-08-18
Moved by Council Member Dugan, seconded by Council Member Wharton to approve Resolution 9 of 2026, adopting the tentative budget of Salt Lake City, including the tentative budget o…
- movedpassed 7-02026-08-18
adopt Ordinance 14 of 2026, temporarily closing all or portions of City streets adjacent to the Salt Lake City Temple to mitigate unsafe conditions.
- movedpassed 7-02026-08-18
General Comments to the Board ~ 2:00 p.m. 5 min. The CRA Board of Directors will receive public comments regarding Community Reinvestment Agency business in the following formats
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 7-02026-08-18
close the Public Hearing and refer items G-1 through G-4 to a future Consent Agenda for action.
- movedpassed 7-02026-08-18
The Council will consider adopting a joint ceremonial resolution with Mayor Mendenhall recognizing April 1, 2026 as Start by Believing Day in Salt Lake City. Summary: Council Member Carlsen read the joint resolution, highlighting the City’s commitment to
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 7-02026-08-18
close the public hearing and defer action to a future Council Meeting.
- movedpassed 6-02026-08-18
Resolution: Intention to Designate the Sugar House Special Assessment Area The Council will accept public comment on a Resolution of Intention to designate the Sugar House Business District 2027 (SHBD-27), establishing a Special Assessment Area
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 7-02026-08-18
Moved by Council Member Carlsen, seconded by Council Member Petro to adopt Ordinance 30 of 2026, approving an ordinance approving the Compensation Adjustment for Elected and Statut…
- secondedpassed 6-02026-08-18
Ordinance Zoning Map Amendment at Approximately 256 East 300 South The Council will set the date of Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7 p.m. to accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would amend the zoning of the property at approximately 256 East 300 South from R-MU (Residential/Mixe
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 7-02026-08-18
Moved by Council Member Young, seconded by Council Member Dugan to adopt Ordinance 27 of 2026, approving Salt Lake City's Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget as outlined in the attached key…
- movedpassed 7-02026-08-18
Moved by Board Member Young, seconded by Board Member Petro to approve LBA Resolution 2 of 2026, adopting the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 of the Capital Projects Fund of t…
- secondedpassed 7-02026-08-18
Moved by Council Member Carlsen, seconded by Council Member Petro to adopt Ordinance 32 of 2026, an ordinance approving an MOU and appropriating necessary funds to implement, for F…
- movedpassed 7-02026-08-18
Moved by Council Member Carlsen, seconded by Council Member Petro to adopt Ordinance 33 of 2026, approving an ordinance appropriating necessary funds to implement provisions of the…
- movedpassed 7-02026-08-18
discussion of the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 6-02026-07-21
Grant Application: My Brother’s Keeper Program - Promise Partnership Utah Grant The Council will accept public comment for a grant application request from the Youth and Family Division of the Community and Neighborhoods Department to Promise
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 7-02026-07-21
Moved by Council Member Petro, seconded by Council Member Young to adopt the Legislative Intent Statements as outlined on the motion sheet under Motion 5, items 1 through 11.
Decisions during term (11)
Recorded while Young was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Adoption of Building Permit Fee Waiver for Ivory Innovations Development
Board Appointment: Community Development and Capital Improvement Programs Advisory Board – Josh Strickland
Board Appointment: Community Development and Capital Improvement Programs Advisory Board – Brook Bryn
Board Appointment: Community Development and Capital Improvement Programs Advisory Board – Robert Eccles
Board Appointment: Community Development and Capital Improvement Programs Advisory Board – Mitchell Roundy
Police Department Leadership Development Program Restoration
Endorsement of Foothills Zone Development Process and Release of Trail Funds
FY 2026-27 Housing and Community Development Grant Allocations
Voting record (23)(Development)
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