Council Member, At-Large· 2026-2029
Ray deWolfe
South Salt Lake
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- Meetings spoken in
- 59
- Total speaking time
- 2:30:52
- Avg per meeting
- 2:33
- Segments
- 2129
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Council Member, At-Large Ray deWolfe on the recordAI-generated · 5 meetingsCouncil Member Ray deWolfe has consistently prioritized transparent administrative processes, public accessibility, and the mitigation of economic impacts on constituents. Throughout recent meetings, he has actively scrutinized infrastructure funding, land use ordinances, and public participation rules, notably moving to postpone items to ensure residents retain clear avenues for input. His legislative work is characterized by a focus on procedural accountability, such as his motion to formalize civilian representation on review boards and his advocacy for hardship programs regarding municipal fees.
Top issues during term (20)
Salt Lake County Budget and Regional Services Overview
Involves discussion of the county's $1.5 billion net operating budget and property tax administration across municipalities.
Sewer Utility and EPA Compliance Fee Adjustments
Directly impacts utility rates and capital improvement reserve funding requirements for the sewer system.
Body Art Zoning Regulations
None anticipated for the city budget beyond standard administrative review costs.
Electronic Message Center Regulations
The applicant will bear the cost of the sign installation and required dimming technology.
Solid Waste and Recycling Fee CPI Adjustments
Household waste fees will increase from $14.29 to $14.76 per month, and glass recycling from $8.25 to $8.50.
Landscape Ordinance Overhaul
Developers may face increased upfront costs for stamped landscape architect drawings and soil cells, balanced by savings from smaller required plant sizes.
Large Vehicle Parking and Idling Regulations
Negligible fiscal impact, primarily involving enforcement and signage costs.
Municipal Code and Land Use Amendments
Potential adjustments to administrative enforcement fees and municipal operational procedures.
South Salt Lake Arts Fiscal Year 2027 Strategic Plan
Operational funding relies on existing city budgets and external grants.
Affordable Housing Land Trust
Funded through state resources, grants, and municipal investments in affordable housing initiatives.
River Trail Station Area Plan Exemption
Saves the city from spending resources on an unnecessary planning study.
FrontRunner 2X Regional Rail Expansion
The $3 billion project relies on federal grants and state funding, requiring zero financial contribution from the city.
Zoning Amendment for 116 E Garden Ave
Resolves mortgage and loan eligibility issues for the property owner.
Planning Commission Vacancies
Conditional Use Permit Standards
public safety incident
Expect potential costs related to emergency response deployment and possible long-term infrastructure repairs for the facility.
Parkway Avenue Fencing Proposal
Potential impact on property access and landscaping maintenance costs for residents.
Water Tower Plaza Renovation
The project relies on county TRCC funding to offset renovation costs.
Moved or seconded (11)
Motions deWolfe 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.
- secondedpassed2026-08-11
Council Member Mitchell made a motion to approve the Ordinance.
- movedpassed2026-08-11
Council Member deWolfe made a motion to approve the Ordinance.
- secondedpassed 7-02026-08-11
Council Member Mitchell made a motion to approve the Ordinance.
- movedpassed 7-02026-08-11
Council Member deWolfe made a motion to approve the Ordinance.
- movedpassed 4-32026-08-11
Final Tax Rate for Public Safety Services
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 6-02026-05-13
Council Chair Bynum made a motion to move the item to the next meeting.
- secondedpassed2026-05-13
Council Chair Bynum made a motion to approve the Resolution.
- secondedpassed 6-02026-05-13
Council Chair Bynum made a motion to approve the Resolution.
- secondedpassed 6-02026-05-13
Council Member Thomas made a motion to Adjourn.
- secondedpassed 6-02026-01-14
Director Mitchell made a motion to adjourn.
- seconded2026-01-14
Election of 2026 RDA Chair and Vice-Chair
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (183)
Recorded while deWolfe was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of September Meeting Minutes
Motion to Enter Closed Meeting
Adjournment
Roll Call and Adoption of Minutes
Approval of August 20, 2026 Work Meeting Minutes
Approval of August 20, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Conditional Use Permit for Zions Bank EMC Sign
Conditional Use Permit for In-Home Child Care at 287 East Cordelia Avenue
Text Amendment Recommendation for Body Art Establishments
Approval of Minutes
Resolution on River Trail Station Area Plan Impracticability
Household Waste and Recyclable Waste Container Fees
Sewer and Industrial Waste Utility Fees
Stormwater Enforcement Fines (New Business Item 1)
Administrative Law Judge Procedures (New Business Item 2)
Approve Meeting Minutes with Corrections
Enter Closed Session
Adjourn Meeting
Move Sewer Utility Fee Ordinance to Next Meeting
Move Waste and Recycling Fee Ordinance to Next Meeting
Voting record (143)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.