District 1 Council Member· 2024-2028
Silvia Catten
Millcreek City
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- Meetings spoken in
- 39
- Total speaking time
- 2:04:53
- Avg per meeting
- 3:12
- Segments
- 2355
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District 1 Council Member Silvia Catten on the recordAI-generated · 15 meetingsCouncil Member Silvia Catten consistently prioritizes fiscal oversight and transparent municipal management, frequently presenting detailed financial reports and questioning the long-term cost implications of infrastructure and grant-funded projects. Her legislative engagement focuses heavily on land use, public space ordinances, and transportation policy, where she advocates for traffic mitigation and clear, enforceable regulations. Beyond her budgetary focus, Catten has been a proponent of Jordan River development, successfully moving to approve various grants and interlocal agreements to enhance local amenities. She maintains an active role in council proceedings, often guiding the agenda and calling for operational clarity to ensure both public accountability and the effective delivery of city services.
Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Community Clean Energy Program Communications
Includes $27,000 to $37,000 in upcoming budget noticing costs for the renewable energy program.
Affordable Housing Strategy
The city has approximately $3 million in housing set-aside funds, with projections to reach $20 million.
City Center Development
Substantial private capital investment in the city center core.
The Haven Treatment Facility Conditional Use Permit
Parkview B Medical Office Condo Plat Vacation
Financial impacts are expected to be nominal and limited to administrative recording fees.
Neff House Property Minor Subdivision
Olympus Hills West Village Center Mixed-Use Development & Signage
Private investment expected to enhance commercial activity and housing stock.
Development Agreement Conditions
Revenue from the sale of city property.
Equipment Share Facility at 650 West 4100 South
Generates new business licensing and property tax revenue for the city.
Renewable Energy Project Selection
Residential customers may see a monthly charge of approximately $3.21 to fund the program.
900 East and 3300 South Small Area Plan
Future capital investments and potential parkland acquisition costs will be evaluated.
Pending Litigation Strategy
The potential financial impact of the litigation is currently unknown.
Landscaping and Scenic Views at Porsche Dealership
No municipal financial impact; staff noted public funds will not be used to alter compliant private landscaping.
Highland Drive Mixed-Use Condominium and Hotel Project
High-value commercial and residential development boosting city center revenues.
Millcreek's 10th Anniversary and Growth
The city's growth has led to increased tax revenue and economic activity.
housing crisis
These projects increase the housing supply, which helps stabilize local property costs.
East Common Mixed-Use Development Rezone
Generates long-term commercial tax revenue and provides shared parking and retail space adjacent to Millcreek Common.
park development
City match of $1,100 for the grant.
water scarcity and development
New developments could get way more expensive, or even impossible, if we don't have enough water.
Moved or seconded (40)
Motions Catten 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.
- secondedpassed2026-03-23
Public Hearing to Consider Amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-03-23
Public Hearing to Consider a Monetary Contribution of up to $8,000 for High School Scholarships
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2026-03-23
Approval of Ordinance 26-11 (Silvestrini Scholars High School Scholarships)
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-03-23
Public Hearing to Consider a Monetary Contribution of up to $5,000 to the East Mill Creek Community Council 1
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-03-09
Council Member Uipi moved to reorder the agenda to have Lisa Dudley go next.
- movedpassed2026-02-23
Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 26-04, Authorizing and Recognizing Mayor Cheri Jackson as the Official Authorized to Execute Agreements for and on Behalf of Millcreek with Salt Lake County Regarding the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) for the Program Year 2025-2026
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-02-09
Public Hearing to Consider a Monetary Contribution of Up to $5,000 to Utah Transit Authority
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-02-09
Council Member Uipi moved to move item 3 from the work meeting to before public comment.
- movedpassed2026-01-12
Ordinance 26-01: Vacating Woods at Rosecrest P.U.D.
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-01-12
Council Member Uipi moved to adjourn the work meeting at 6:33 p.m.
- secondedpassed2026-01-12
Ordinance 26-05: Short-Term Rental Amendments
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2026-01-12
adjourn the meeting at 8:55 p.m.
- movedpassed2025-12-08
Ordinance 25-52: Data Privacy Code Amendment
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2025-12-08
Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 25-43, Appointing Various Members of the Council to the Unified Fire Authority Board, Unified Fire Service Area Board, Unified Police Department Board, Community Renewable Energy Agency, Central Wasatch Commission, Wasatch Front Waste and Recycling District
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed2025-11-24
Resolution 25-42: Appointment of Nicole Handy
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed2025-11-24
adjourn the meeting at 7:52 p.m.
- secondedpassed2025-11-18
Council Member DeSirant moved to end the closed session at 5:10 p.m.
- secondedpassed2025-11-18
Council Member DeSirant moved to adjourn the meeting at 5:11 p.m.
- movedpassed2025-11-18
Council Member Catten moved to go into closed session per Utah Code Ann. §52-4-205(c) Strategy Sessions to Discuss Pending or Reasonably Imminent Litigation at 5:04 p.m.
- movedpassed2025-11-10
Council Member Catten moved to take a recess.
Decisions during term (14)
Recorded while Catten was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Ordinance 26-58: Code Amendment on Vehicular Access and Street Development
Ordinance 26-60: St. Mark's Hospital Parking Lot Development Agreement
Ordinance 26-51: Olympus Hills West Village Center Zone and Development Agreement
Ordinance 26-54: Development Agreement for 1312 E. 3300 S.
Recommendation of Approval for ZM-26-011 (Olympus Hills West Village Center Rezone & Development Agreement)
Approval of Ordinance 26-20 (Villa Vista Townhomes Amended Development Agreement)
Resolution 26-02: MC29 Development Participation Agreement
Ordinance 25-50: Development Agreement for 1265 E. Villa Vista Avenue
Ordinance 25-36: Central Avenue Development Agreement
Ordinance 25-37: Opus Green Development Agreement Amendment
Adopt Ordinance 25-20 for 4261 S. 700 East Development Agreement
Adopt Ordinance 25-23 for 3PARC Townhomes Amended Development Agreement
Adopt Ordinance 25-24 for Millcreek Place Townhomes Amended Development Agreement
Approval of Ordinance 25-09 (Development Agreement for 4317 S. 700 E.)
Voting record (23)(Development)
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