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Show Chapter 5 Recommendations The study should be commenced during the 1999/ 2000 ski season and run for a maximum of three consecutive years unless contra- indicated during any period of that time. If the study can not be initiated during the 1999/ 2000 season, no use of snow making additives will be allowed for that season. The manufacturer of the snow making additive, shall indemnify and hold Salt Lake City harmless from and against any and all judgements, claims, expenses, causes of action, damages and liabilities ( including attorneys' fees) arising out of the study. Explanation: Snowmaking additives are used by the ski industry to improve the effectiveness of the snowmaking process. The additives contain enzymes that provide a higher quality of artificially made snow. The impact of the additives on the watershed is unknown. Studies should continue to be conducted, for a maximum of three years unless contra- indicated during that time, at limited local ski resorts to determine if there are any adverse impacts to the watershed or water quality. If the studies show that the additives contribute negative effects on the watershed, then they may be prohibited from use at the four ski resorts in the plan area. 3. Zoning regulations. • Recommendation: Continue to support the current Salt Lake County Sensitive Land Ordinances. Implementation: Ongoing. Explanation: Salt Lake County adopted a revised edition of the Sensitive Lands Protection Regulations for the Wasatch Canyons in January, 1998. Two notable changes were made to the ordinance that involves watershed concerns. First, the stream set- back for new buildings was extended from 50 to 100 feet. This new regulation will strengthen current watershed protection measures already in place. The second significant change was regarding the development site. A new standard was developed called " limits of disturbance/' which specifies an area in which construction and development activity must be contained. This new standard will decrease the amount of lands that are disturbed through incidental construction practices. These new regulations assist in preventing future water Page 88 |