Bluffdale public meetings in 2025
191 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Bluffdale Youth Council
The Bluffdale City Youth Council will hold a coordination meeting to review design team work, approve the prior meeting minutes, and plan several upcoming events. Items include a brief "Santa and the Lights" presentation, discussion of an All School Day legislative event, a bingo night, an official photo session, a dance, and a Christmas party. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next gathering.
- Youth Council Leadership Meeting – design team discussion (Isabel, Reid)
- Approval of previous meeting minutes (Cade)
- Santa and the Lights presentation with design team and advisors
- Planning of upcoming events: All School Day (Jan 21, 2026), Bingo Night (Jan 29, 2026), official photo (Feb 17, 2026), dance (date TBD)
- Christmas Party planning
The Bluffdale City Youth Council approved the minutes from the previous meeting. A motion was made by Cade, seconded by Reid, and all members voted in favor. No other decisions were recorded in the minutes.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will approve the November 2025 meeting minutes and receive updates from its theatre, community engagement, financial, and visual arts committees. It will vote on a proposed financial policy and discuss whether to obtain prepaid cards from the city. The board will also discuss the costume shop and set dates, times, and locations for its 2026 meetings. Public comments will be heard before adjourning.
- Approve November 2025 meeting minutes
- Vote on financial policy and consider city prepaid cards
- Select summer 2026 and Christmas 2026 theatre shows
- Discuss the costume shop
- Decide 2026 board meeting dates, times, and locations
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board approved the November 2025 meeting minutes. Members discussed upcoming theatre productions, a pending financial policy vote, and plans for the costume shop basement, assigning tasks to Meghan, Kelly, and Bruce. The board scheduled the next meeting for Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM (tentative). No other formal decisions were recorded.
- Approved November 2025 meeting minutes
- Scheduled next board meeting for Jan 14 2026 at 7:00 PM (tentative)
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council, Local Building Authority Board, and Redevelopment Agency Board formally approved the Audit Report for fiscal year 2024‑2025. The report was prepared by Hansen, Bradshaw, Malmrose & Erickson, Certified Public Accountants. Copies are on record at the city offices (2222 West 14400 South) and online at www.bluffdale.gov.
- Approval of the FY 2024‑2025 audit report prepared by Hansen, Bradshaw, Malmrose & Erickson, CPAs
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to discuss the 2024-2025 fiscal year audit and 2026 budget adjustments. The session includes public hearings on the city's general plan and tree ordinances.
- Ordinance 2025-24: Water and Land Use Element of the Bluffdale General Plan
- Ordinance 2025-28: Text amendments for permitted street trees near power corridors
- Resolution 2025-93: Budget adjustment for the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget
- RDA Resolution 2025-87: Gateway Redwood RDA boundary adjustment
- Resolution 2025-97: Authorization of surplus of City-owned property
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency will review the 2024-2025 fiscal year audit report. The body will hold public hearings regarding the 2026 fiscal year budget adjustments and updates to the General Plan's water and land use element.
- Ordinance 2025-24: Water and Land Use Element of the Bluffdale General Plan
- Resolution 2025-93: 2026 Fiscal Year Budget adjustment for all funds except LBA & RDA
- Ordinance 2025-28: Text amendments regarding permitted street trees near power corridors
- RDA Resolution 2025-87: Gateway Redwood RDA boundary adjustment
- Resolution 2025-97: Authorization of surplus of City-owned property
The council approved a motion to amend the agenda, moving the public comment period from Item 8 to Item 5, with a 4‑to‑1 vote. The November 12, 2025 City Council minutes and the November 18, 2025 Board of Canvassers minutes were approved unanimously. Two consent‑agenda resolutions—2025‑95 (gift and property purchase policy amendment) and 2025‑97‑A (authorizing surplus of city‑owned property)—were adopted as routine items. No other items recorded a vote or formal decision.
- Amended agenda to move Public Comment to Item 5 (vote 4‑1)
- Approved November 12, 2025 City Council minutes (unanimous)
- Approved November 18, 2025 Board of Canvassers minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑95 amending policies on gifts and property purchases (consent agenda)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑97‑A authorizing surplus of City‑owned property (consent agenda)
City Council
The Bluffdale City Redevelopment Agency will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed boundary change for the Gateway Redevelopment Area. The proposal involves removing a portion of a city-owned open space parcel from the area.
- Proposed removal of 0.10 acres (± 4,384.32 square feet) from Parcel 33-09-201-020-0000
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM at City Hall to receive public comment on the draft integrated Water and Land Use Element of the Bluffdale General Plan. The hearing fulfills requirements of Utah Senate Bills 110 (2022) and 76 (2023). Comments can be submitted online, by email, or by mail before the specified deadlines.
- Public hearing on Dec 10, 2025, 6:00 PM, Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S
- Draft integrated Water and Land Use Element of the Bluffdale General Plan
- Required by SB 110 (2022) and SB 76 (2023)
- Email comments to [email protected] (by 4 PM Dec 3) and [email protected] (by 4 PM Dec 10)
- Mail comments to City of Bluffdale Planning Department, c/o Caitlyn Tubbs, 2222 West 14400 South
City Council
The City Council will receive public comment on proposed text amendments regarding trees located within or abutting power corridors. These changes affect Chapters 7.40.030, 11.150.050, 11.160.290, and 12.80.060.
- Public hearing on proposed text amendments to Chapter 7.40.030 to adopt a list of permitted street trees in power corridors
- Proposed amendments to Chapters 11.150.050, 11.160.290, and 12.80.060 regarding trees near power lines and utility equipment
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board will hold a public hearing on December 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 2222 West 14400 South. The hearing will solicit public comment on two proposed amendments: one to the Fiscal Year 2026 Bluffdale City Budget and one to the Fiscal Year 2026 Redevelopment Agency Budget. Written comments may be submitted if attendees cannot be present.
- Amendment to Fiscal Year 2026 Bluffdale City Budget
- Amendment to Fiscal Year 2026 Redevelopment Agency Budget
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition will hold a coordination meeting to hear reports, approve prior meeting minutes, and discuss project updates. Board business includes reviewing the October 28, 2025 minutes, presenting a budget report, and approving $250 for volunteer food and meeting incentives. An open forum will allow members to discuss identified issues and needs.
- Review and vote on 10/28/25 meeting minutes
- Treasurer budget report
- GunSafe project with Salt Lake County
- Medication Box collaboration with Smiths and Bluffdale Police
- Approval of $250 for volunteer food and incentives
The board approved a $250 budget to provide food and incentives at meetings and assigned volunteers for the task. The vote on the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes was postponed to the next meeting. The board decided not to pursue the medication box project at this time, leaving open the possibility of future medication drives.
- Approved $250 for food and incentives at meetings (no vote tally provided)
- Vote to approve 10/28/25 meeting minutes postponed to next meeting
- Medication box project not pursued at this time (future med drives possible)
Bluffdale Historic Preservation Commission
The regularly scheduled Bluffdale Historic Preservation Commission meeting for December 4, 2025, has been cancelled.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to recommend a draft Integrated Water and Land Use Element of the General Plan. The body will also vote on a site plan for a pre-cast concrete plant.
- Recommendation on the draft Integrated Water and Land Use Element of the General Plan
- Vote on the Bridgesource Pre-Cast Concrete Plant Site Plan at 16115 S Pony Express Rd
The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the November 5 meeting. A public hearing on the draft Integrated Water and Land Use Element was held with no public comments, and the commission moved a positive recommendation to the City Council, which passed unanimously. The commission also held a public hearing on the Bridgesource Pre‑Cast Concrete Plant site plan, but no vote outcome was recorded.
- Approved November 5 minutes (unanimous)
- Forwarded positive recommendation for Integrated Water and Land Use Element to City Council (unanimous)
- Held public hearing on Bridgesource Pre‑Cast Concrete Plant site plan (no vote recorded)
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the Bridgesource Pre‑Cast Concrete Plant site plan located at approximately 16115 S Pony Express Rd in the SG‑1 Sand and Gravel Zone. The commission will also hold a public hearing, consider, and make a recommendation on the draft Integrated Water and Land Use Element of the General Plan as required by SB 110 (2022) and SB 76 (2023). The meeting includes approval of the minutes from the November 5, 2025 commission meeting and a brief public comment period.
- Vote on Bridgesource Pre‑Cast Concrete Plant Site Plan, 16115 S Pony Express Rd (SG‑1 Sand and Gravel Zone)
- Public hearing, consideration, and recommendation on draft Integrated Water and Land Use Element of the General Plan (SB 110, SB 76)
- Approval of minutes from the November 5, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
- Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker
- Planning Commission business session to discuss upcoming items
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Dec 3, 2025, and the City Council will hold a public hearing on Dec 10, 2025, to receive public comment on the draft integrated Water and Land Use Element of the Bluffdale General Plan, as required by SB 110 (2022) and SB 76 (2023). Comments may be submitted by email, mail, or in person, with email deadlines of 4:00 PM on the respective hearing dates. Accessibility assistance can be arranged in advance.
- Public hearing on draft integrated Water and Land Use Element (Planning Commission, Dec 3, 2025)
- Public hearing on same element (City Council, Dec 10, 2025)
- Email comments to [email protected] and [email protected] by 4:00 PM on hearing dates
- Mail comments to City of Bluffdale Planning Department, 2222 West 14400 South, Bluffdale, UT 84065
- ADA assistance request at least 24 hours in advance (call 801‑254‑2200, TTY 7‑1‑1)
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The regularly scheduled Healthy Bluffdale Coalition meeting for November 25, 2025, has been cancelled.
Bluffdale Youth Council
The Bluffdale City Youth Council is meeting to discuss the design and planning of the Trunk or Treat event. Members will also provide input on upcoming activities including Santa & the Lights, Day of Legislation, and Bingo Night.
- Trunk or Treat design planning
- Santa & the Lights (Dec 1st)
- Day of Legislation (Jan 21, 2026)
- Bingo Night (Jan 29, 2026)
- 2025-2026 events and calendar planning
The council approved the minutes from the prior meeting, as noted in the agenda item at 5:40 pm. No other formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the minutes. Upcoming events were discussed but no decisions were finalized.
- Approved previous meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
City Council
The Bluffdale Board of Canvassers will meet on November 18, 2025 at City Hall. The council will consider and vote on Resolution 2025-91, which certifies the official results of the 2025 municipal general election canvassed by the Salt Lake County Clerk’s Elections Division. The agenda also includes roll call and adjournment.
- Vote on Resolution 2025-91 to certify the 2025 municipal general election results (Salt Lake County Clerk’s Elections Division)
The Board of Canvassers approved Resolution 2025-91, which certifies the official results of the 2025 Bluffdale municipal general election. The motion was moved by Council Member Wilding, seconded by Council Member Austin, and passed with unanimous consent of all council members present. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.
- Approved Resolution 2025-91 certifying 2025 election results (unanimous consent)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous consent)
City Council
The Bluffdale Board of Canvassers adopted a resolution to certify the official final results of the November 4, 2025 municipal general election. The resolution declares Natalie Hall elected mayor and Councilmembers Wendy Aston and Mackey Smith elected to at‑large seats. It directs the City Recorder to file, publish, and deliver certificates of election to the winners.
- Certification of the attached “Official Final Election Results – 2025 General Election” report
- Declaration of Natalie Hall as elected Mayor At Large
- Declaration of Wendy Aston and Mackey Smith as elected City Council Members At Large
- Authorization for the City Recorder to file the certified report, publish it online, and post it publicly
- Authorization for the City Recorder to deliver a Certificate of Election to each elected candidate
Community Garden Board
The Bluffdale City Community Garden Board will meet on Friday, November 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM at the community garden located at 15017 Heritage Crest Way. The board will review the garden clean‑up, consider the 2026 garden schedule, and address other garden business. An open discussion will follow before adjournment.
- Call to Order (Roll Call)
- Clean up review
- 2026 Schedule
- Other Garden business
- Open Discussion
City Council
The City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board will discuss budget adjustments for the 2026 Fiscal Year. The meeting includes public hearings on city code amendments and a work session covering transit and land use updates.
- Ordinance 2025-26: Proposed change to allow basements in R-SL Senior Living Zone dwellings
- Resolution 2025-86: Budget adjustment for the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget
- RDA Resolution 2025-90: Participation agreement with Plentiful Way Title Holder LLC for Independence At the Point
- 14600 South (Redwood Rd to Springview Farms) Corridor Study
- Ordinance 2025-27: Amendments to building, land use, and subdivision regulations to comply with HB 368
The Bluffdale City Council approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda for the November 12 meeting. The council also adopted three consent agenda resolutions: designating the Chief Administrative Officer for Data Privacy, re‑appointing Community Garden Board members, and authorizing the surplus of city‑owned property. Additionally, the council set the 2026 annual meeting schedule for the City Council and Planning Commission.
- Approved October 08, 2025 City Council meeting minutes
- Approved the November 12, 2025 meeting agenda
- Adopted Resolution 2025-85 – designating the Chief Administrative Officer for Data Privacy
- Adopted Resolution 2025-82 – re‑appointing Community Garden Board members
- Adopted Resolution 2025-88 – authorizing surplus of city‑owned property
- Adopted Resolution 2025-81 – setting the 2026 annual meeting schedule for City Council and Planning Commission
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board will meet on November 12, 2025 for a work session and a regular business meeting. During the public hearing portion of the council meeting, members will consider Ordinance 2025-26 to allow basements in the senior living zone, Ordinance 2025-27 to align the code with state law, and Resolution 2025-86 to adopt a FY2026 budget adjustment for all funds except the LBA and RDA. The Redevelopment Agency Board will consider Resolution 2025-90 to authorize a participation agreement for the Independence At the Point master‑planned development and Resolution 2025-89 to adopt its FY2026 budget adjustment.
- Ordinance 2025-26 – amendment to Bluffdale City Code §11.80.060 to allow basements in the senior living zone (applicant Howland Partners, Inc.)
- Ordinance 2025-27 – amendment to Titles 9, 11, and 12 of the City Code to comply with State Code and HB 368 (applicant City of Bluffdale)
- Resolution 2025-86 – adoption of a FY2026 budget adjustment for all funds except the LBA & RDA
- RDA Resolution 2025-90 – authorizes the Chair to execute a participation agreement with Plentiful Way Title Holder LLC for a component of the Independence At the Point development
- RDA Resolution 2025-89 – adopts the Redevelopment Agency’s FY2026 budget adjustment
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board will hold a public hearing on November 12, 2025. Attendees can provide comments on two proposed amendments: one to the Fiscal Year 2026 Bluffdale City Budget and one to the Fiscal Year 2026 Redevelopment Agency Budget. Written comments are accepted if participants cannot attend.
- Amendment to Fiscal Year 2026 Bluffdale City Budget
- Amendment to Fiscal Year 2026 Redevelopment Agency Budget
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed Text Amendment to update the City Code. These changes are intended to bring city ordinances into compliance with state law HB 368.
- Proposed update to Section 9.10.030 to allow submittal of identical building plans
- Proposed update to Section 11.30.060 regarding notice requirements and public hearings
- Proposed changes to Chapter 11.190 of the Land Use Ordinance regarding annexation
- Proposed changes to Chapter 12.90 of the Subdivision Ordinance regarding bonding and bond repayment
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing on November 12, 2025 at City Hall to consider a proposed text amendment to Section 11.80.060 R‑SL Senior Living Zone that would permit basements within the zone (Application 2025‑35). The amendment is being presented by Howland Partners, Inc., represented by Gary Howland and Tina Franco, with staff presenter Caitlyn Tubbs. Residents may submit comments in person, online, by email, or by mail as outlined in the notice.
- Public hearing on proposed text amendment to Section 11.80.060 R‑SL Senior Living Zone to allow basements (Application 2025‑35)
- Applicant: Howland Partners, Inc., represented by Gary Howland and Tina Franco
- Staff presenter: Caitlyn Tubbs, Planning Manager
- Meeting: November 12, 2025, 6:00 p.m., Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S
- Public comment options: in person, website, email to [email protected], or mailed to Planning Department, 2222 West 14400 South
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The regularly scheduled Healthy Bluffdale Coalition meeting for November 11, 2025, has been cancelled.
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, review committee updates, and discuss production expenditures and the Costume Shop. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 8:00 am at the Bluffdale City Fire Department.
- Approval of October 2025 meeting minutes
- Committee Updates: Theatre Arts, Community Engagement, Financials, Visual Arts
- Review of Production Expenditures
- Discussion of the Costume Shop
- Public Comments period
The board approved the October 2025 meeting minutes. It also voted to move forward with a system for gathering information on the costume shop and its rentals. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.
- Approved October 2025 meeting minutes (all approved)
- Approved moving forward with a means of collecting information on costume shop rentals (vote passed)
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed text amendment to City Code Section 7.40.030 that would adopt a list of street trees permitted within or abutting power corridors and reference Sections 11.150.050, 11.160.290, and 12.80.060, with possible utility spacing requirements (Application 2025‑38). The commission will also conduct a work session to review the draft Integrated Water and Land Use Element of the General Plan as required by SB 110 (2022) and SB 76 (2023). Additional agenda items include commission training, planning business, and a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Public hearing on street‑tree code amendment (Application 2025‑38)
- Work session to review draft Integrated Water and Land Use Element (SB 110, SB 76)
- Planning Commission training session
- Planning Commission business planning session
- Public comment period (max 3 minutes per speaker)
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a text amendment to the City Code. The amendment would adopt a list of street trees allowed in power corridors, clarify the sewer provider’s role in permit approvals, and outline requirements for certificates of occupancy and temporary certificates. Comments may be submitted online, by email, or by mail before 4:00 p.m. on November 5, 2025.
- Adopt list of permitted street trees within/abutting power corridors (Chapter 7.40.030)
- Clarify sewer provider’s role in plat and building permit approvals (Chapter 8.20)
- Outline requirements for certificates of occupancy and temporary certificates (Chapter 9.10)
- Public comment period open until 4:00 p.m. on Nov 5, 2025 via website, email, or mail
- No monetary amounts or contracts involved
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a text amendment to City Code Section 7.40.030 that would adopt a list of street trees permitted within or abutting power corridors and reference related sections. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting, a brief public comment period, and a work session to review the draft Integrated Water and Land Use Element of the General Plan. Additional items are commission training and planning for upcoming business.
- Public hearing on proposed Text Amendment to City Code Section 7.40.030 (Application 2025-38) regarding street trees in power corridors
- Approval of minutes from the October 15, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
- Public comment period (max three minutes per speaker)
- Work session to review draft Integrated Water and Land Use Element of the General Plan as required by SB 110 (2022) and SB 76 (2023)
- Planning Commission training
The commission approved the minutes from the October 15 meeting unanimously. A public hearing on a text amendment to adopt a list of street trees permitted near power corridors was held with no public comments. Commissioners voted unanimously to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council for the proposed code changes. The recommendation will be considered by the City Council in its January 2026 meeting.
- Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous: Luker, Griffis, Flynn, Swanson)
- Held public hearing on street‑tree code amendment; no comments received
- Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council for street‑tree code amendment (unanimous: Flynn, Luker, Griffis, Swanson)
City Council
The agenda is a blank ballot for the Bluffdale City Council election on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. It lists candidates for Mayor and two At-Large Council seats. The document provides instructions for voting and indicates that write-in candidates are only available in contests with registered candidates.
- Municipal General Election: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
- Mayor candidates: Connie Pavlakis, Natalie Hall
- At-Large Council candidates: Wendy Aston, Mackey Smith, Jeffrey Steele, Albert Allen Larsen
- Voting instructions and write-in candidate guidelines included
- Blank page intentionally left at the end of the ballot
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council is issuing a notice for the 2025 Municipal General Election. The election will be primarily conducted by mail, with in-person voting and ballot drop boxes available.
- Notice of General Election for November 4, 2025
- Mail-in voting will be the primary method
- In-person voting and ballot drop boxes available
- Salt Lake County Elections office contact information provided
- Bluffdale City Elections office contact information provided
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition board will review and vote on the minutes from the October 14 meeting and consider bylaws amendments. They will assign volunteers for food distribution, noting a $250 approval for that purpose. The meeting also includes reports on several community projects and a plan to organize storage items.
- Review and vote on 10/14/25 meeting minutes
- Vote on bylaws amendments
- Assign volunteers for food ($250 approved) and meeting incentives
- Project reports: Screenagers, Food Drive, GunSafe project, Bridge Night, Bluffdale 250, Mental Health Program
- Organize and label HBC items in the storage room
The board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 14 meeting. A vote on proposed bylaws amendments was postponed. The board approved a $250 allocation for food volunteers and meeting incentives.
- Approved October 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Bylaws amendments vote postponed
- Approved $250 for food volunteers and meeting incentives
Community Garden Board
The Bluffdale City Community Garden Board will meet on Friday, October 17, 2025 at 12:15 PM at the community garden located at 15017 Heritage Crest Way. The agenda includes a call to order, discussion of the Clean up Day scheduled for October 25, 2025, other garden business, and an open discussion period before adjournment. No specific decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Clean up Day scheduled for October 25, 2025
- Other garden business (unspecified topics)
- Open discussion
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed Text Amendment to update the City Code. These changes are intended to bring city ordinances into compliance with state law HB 368.
- Proposed updates to Chapter 7.40 regarding street tree species near power lines
- Proposed updates to Chapter 8.20 regarding sewer district naming and occupancy requirements
- Proposed update to Section 9.10.030 to allow submittal of identical building plans
- Proposed updates to Section 11.30.060 and Chapter 11.190 regarding public hearings and annexation
- Proposed updates to Chapter 12.90 regarding subdivision bonding and repayment
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will approve minutes from its September 17 meeting, accept brief public comments, and hold two public hearings. Commissioners will consider a text amendment to City Code Section 11.80.060 R‑SL Senior Living Zone to permit basements and other ministerial changes. They will also consider a text amendment to Titles 9, 11, and 12 of the City Code to align with State Code and HB 368 and make minor changes.
- Public hearing, consideration, and recommendation on Text Amendment to City Code Section 11.80.060 R‑SL Senior Living Zone (Application 2025‑35) – allow basements in dwellings.
- Public hearing, consideration, and recommendation on Text Amendments to Titles 9, 11, and 12 of the City Code to comply with State Code and HB 368 (Application 2025‑24).
The agenda was amended to include the swearing‑in of Alternate Commissioner Joel Woodruff, and he was administered the oath of office. The Commission then approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting unanimously. A public hearing was held on a text amendment to the senior‑living zone code; no oral comments were made and two written objections were noted, but no vote was taken.
- Amended agenda to include swearing in of Alternate Commissioner Joel Woodruff (unanimous)
- Swore in Alternate Commissioner Joel Woodruff
- Approved September 17, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
- Held public hearing on senior‑living zone text amendment; no public comments, two written objections reviewed
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two text amendments to the city code. One amendment seeks to allow basements in Senior Living Zone dwellings, and the other aims to update land use regulations to comply with state code.
- Public hearing on text amendment to allow basements in Senior Living Zone
- Public hearing on text amendment to update land use regulations
- Approval of September 17, 2025, Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Planning Commission business session
- Public comment period
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 15, 2025 at City Hall. The hearing is for public comment on a proposed text amendment to Section 11.80.060 R‑SL Senior Living Zone that would allow basements within that zone (Application 2025‑35). The applicant is Howland Partners, Inc., represented by Gary Howland and Tina Franco. Staff presenter Caitlyn Tubbs will provide details.
- Proposed amendment to Section 11.80.060 R‑SL Senior Living Zone to permit basements (Application 2025‑35)
Bluffdale Youth Council
The Bluffdale City Youth Council is meeting to coordinate upcoming activities and review previous events. Members will discuss preparations for several seasonal programs and a hoodie design contest.
- Planning for Trunk or Treat
- Planning for Santa and the Lights
- Planning for Bingo
- Hoodie Design Contest
- Review of Leadership Retreat and Swearing In events
The Bluffdale City Youth Council met on October 14, 2025 to discuss upcoming events, training activities, and planning tools. The agenda included approval of the previous meeting minutes and scheduling the next meeting, but no vote tallies or formal approvals were recorded. No substantive decisions were made during this session.
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition board will review and approve minutes from the 9/9/25 meeting, discuss bylaws amendments, and vote on removing a board member. They will also consider canceling the Veterans’ Day meeting on November 11. Additional agenda items include project updates, volunteer needs, and reports from the facilitator and Salt Lake County representative.
- Review and approval of 9/9/25 meeting minutes
- Discussion and vote on bylaws amendments
- Vote to remove CH from the board
- Discussion and vote on canceling the November 11 Veterans’ Day meeting
- Review of current projects and volunteer opportunities (e.g., GunSafe Project, America/Bluffdale 250, Bridge Night, Screenagers Series, Family Food Drive, Atomic Athletics)
The Healthy Bluffdale Board approved $5,560 from Intermountain to purchase a medication disposal box. Members also voted unanimously to hold coalition meetings once per month starting in January. The previous meeting minutes were approved unanimously, and the planned Veterans’ Day discussion meeting was cancelled.
- Approved $5,560 medication disposal box funding (unanimous)
- Approved moving to one coalition meeting per month starting January (unanimous)
- Approved previous meeting minutes from 9/9/25 (unanimous)
- Cancelled Veterans’ Day discussion meeting on November 11
- Received resignation of CH; no board removal vote needed
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will meet to receive updates from various arts and development committees. The board will also discuss production expenditures and a storage unit update.
- Committee updates for Performing Arts, Theatre Arts, Youth Development, Community Engagement, Financials, Marketing, and Visual Arts
- Production expenditures and storage unit update
The Arts Advisory Board approved the prior meeting minutes and gave final approval for the play Clue as the summer production. The board also approved holding a February gala. The board discussed costume budget overruns, policies for future over‑budget situations, and scheduled follow‑up meetings to address these issues.
- Approved September 2025 meeting minutes
- Approved the play 'Clue' as the summer theatre show
- Approved holding a February gala
- Discussed the Secret Garden costume budget overrun of $400
- Planned a budget policy meeting with Katerina, Julie, and Eric
- Assigned Meghan to investigate a pre‑approved city card
- Requested Jared Severn to present a sticker‑sales proposal at a future meeting
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed 55,000 square foot microflex space development. The body will also consider updates to firefighter leave policies and encroachment permit requirements.
- Ordinance 2025-23: Proposed development agreement for 55,000 square feet microflex space at 13855 S 2950 W
- Resolution 2025-84: Amending Employee Policies & Procedures Manual regarding firefighter leave
- Ordinance 2025-25: Amending encroachment permit requirements
Council Member Austin moved to approve the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes and the October 8 agenda. Council Member Wilding seconded, and the motion passed with unanimous consent. No other actions were decided during this meeting; remaining items were presented for discussion without a recorded vote.
- Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes and October 8 agenda (unanimous consent)
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will consider three action items: a resolution amending employee policies for firefighter leave, an ordinance changing encroachment permit requirements, and a public‑hearing ordinance to approve a development agreement for a 55,000‑square‑foot microflex space at 13855 S 2950 W in the General Commercial (GC‑1) zone. The meeting also includes a presentation recognizing exemplary students from North Star Academy and a public comment period. All items will be discussed and voted on during the regular business meeting.
- Resolution 2025-84: Amend the City Employee Policies & Procedures Manual for firefighter leave
- Ordinance 2025-25: Amend encroachment permit requirements
- Ordinance 2025-23: Vote on development agreement for 55,000 sq ft microflex space at 13855 S 2950 W (GC‑1 zone)
- Recognition of exemplary students from North Star Academy
- Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing on October 8, 2025 to receive comments on a proposed development agreement for a new microflex project at 13855 South 2950 West. The proposal includes roughly 55,000 square feet of flex units, architectural standards, and additional business or land uses. Residents may submit comments by email, mail, or during the meeting.
- Public hearing on proposed development agreement for microflex development at 13855 S 2950 W
- Approximately 55,000 sq ft of flex units included in the proposal
- Architectural standards to be reviewed
- Additional proposed business/land uses
- Comment submission options: email ([email protected]), mail to Planning Dept., or in‑person at the hearing
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Bluffdale City Planning Commission meeting for October 1, 2025 was cancelled at the applicant’s request. No agenda items were considered or decided. The cancellation was noted in the official notice dated September 29, 2025.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will receive public comment on a proposed Text Amendment to update the City Code for compliance with HB 368. These changes affect various sections of the city's land use and subdivision ordinances.
- Proposed updates to Chapter 7.40 regarding street tree species near power lines
- Proposed update to Section 9.10.030 to allow submittal of identical plans
- Proposed updates to Section 11.30.060 and Chapter 11.190 regarding annexation
- Proposed updates to Chapter 12.90 regarding bonding and bond repayment requirements
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation for a zoning map amendment. The proposal involves changing the designation of approximately 7.26 acres to allow for a potential single family residential development.
- Zoning Map Amendment from R-1-43 to R-1-10 with Infill Overlay Zone Designation at 14147 S. Loumis Pkwy (Application 2025-32)
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed zoning map amendment for approximately 7.26 acres at 14147 S. Loumis Pkwy. The applicant, DR Horton, seeks to rezone the property from R-1-43 to R-1-10 with an Infill Overlay Zone designation. The commission previously tabled the item to allow the applicant to address missing information.
- Public hearing on proposed zoning map amendment (R-1-43 to R-1-10) at 14147 S. Loumis Pkwy
- Request for updated concept plan and development agreement
- Staff to present boundary survey and utility connection research
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
- Continued public hearing from September 17, 2025
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a second public hearing regarding a proposed zone change. The commission is considering a request from D.R. Horton to change a property from Single-Family Residential R-1-43 to Single-Family Residential R-1-10 Infill Overlay (IO) Zone.
- Proposed zone change to Single-Family Residential R-1-10 Infill Overlay (IO) Zone
- Proposal includes approximately 26 lots
- Proposed modified setbacks and increased lot coverage
- Applicant: D.R. Horton
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will consider several routine consent agenda items, including a resolution authorizing an agreement with Sustainable Real Estate Solutions, Inc. for a C‑PACE financing tool for renewable energy projects, a resolution for wildfire protection services with the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands, and appointments to the Budget Review Committee and Planning Commission. The council will also discuss electric bikes, motorcycles, golf carts, UTVs, ATVs, and effluent water use. Additional agenda items include recognitions of students, youth council activities, and a retiring fire battalion chief.
- Resolution 2025‑80: authorize agreement with Sustainable Real Estate Solutions, Inc. for C‑PACE financing tool for renewable energy projects
- Resolution 2025‑81‑A: authorize agreement with Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands for wildfire protection services on non‑federal land
- Resolution 2025‑82: appoint a board member to the Budget Review Committee
- Resolution 2025‑83: appoint a board member to the Planning Commission
- Discussion on electric bikes, motorcycles, golf carts, UTVs, ATVs and effluent water use
The council unanimously approved the September 10, 2025 City Council meeting minutes and the agenda for the September 24, 2025 meeting. No other actions or votes were recorded; the remaining items were presented or discussed without formal decisions.
- Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
- Approved September 24, 2025 meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a resolution authorizing an agreement with Sustainable Real Estate Solutions, Inc. for a C‑PACE financing tool for renewable energy projects. Additional consent items approve a wildfire protection services agreement with the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands and appoint board members to the Budget Review Committee and Planning Commission. The council will also discuss electric bikes, motorcycles, golf carts, UTVs, and ATVs.
- Resolution 2025‑80 – authorizes agreement with Sustainable Real Estate Solutions, Inc. for C‑PACE financing tool
- Resolution 2025‑81 – authorizes agreement with Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands for wildfire protection services
- Resolution 2025‑82 – appoints a board member to the Budget Review Committee
- Resolution 2025‑83 – appoints a board member to the Planning Commission
- Discussion of electric bikes, motorcycles, golf carts, UTVs, and ATVs (presented by Fred Donaldson)
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on a proposed development agreement. The proposal involves a new microflex development at 13855 South 2950 West.
- Proposed development agreement for 13855 South 2950 West
- Approximately 55,000 square feet of flex units
- Proposed business and land uses
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on two legislative items: a development agreement for about 55,000 square feet of microflex space at 13855 S 2950 W in the General Commercial (GC‑1) zone, and a zoning map amendment changing R‑1‑43 to R‑1‑10 with an infill overlay for roughly 7.26 acres at 14147 S Loumis Pkwy for potential single‑family homes. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the September 3, 2025 commission meeting, allow limited public comment, and include a planning business discussion. All items are scheduled for the September 17, 2025 meeting at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffdale City Hall.
- Public hearing on development agreement for ~55,000 sq ft microflex space at 13855 S 2950 W (GC‑1 zone)
- Public hearing on zoning map amendment from R‑1‑43 to R‑1‑10 with infill overlay for ~7.26 acres at 14147 S Loumis Pkwy
- Approval of minutes from the September 3, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
- Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
- Planning Commission business session for upcoming items
The commission approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 Planning Commission meeting with a unanimous vote. No final actions were taken on the proposed development agreement for microflex space or the zoning map amendment; the commission only held public hearings and noted that recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (Erik Swanson‑Yes, Kori Luker‑Yes, Chair Cragun‑Yes)
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission meeting on September 17, 2025 includes a public hearing and recommendation on a Development Agreement for about 55,000 square feet of microflex space at 13855 S 2950 W in the General Commercial (GC‑1) Zone. It also includes a public hearing and recommendation on a Zoning Map Amendment changing the designation from R‑1‑43 to R‑1‑10 with an Infill Overlay for roughly 7.26 acres at 14147 S. Loumis Pkwy, allowing reduced setbacks and higher lot coverage for a potential single‑family residential development. The agenda also calls for approval of the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting and a brief public comment period.
- Public hearing on Development Agreement for ~55,000 sf microflex space at 13855 S 2950 W (General Commercial GC‑1) – applicant CDO Properties, LLC.
- Public hearing on Zoning Map Amendment from R‑1‑43 to R‑1‑10 with Infill Overlay for ~7.26 acres at 14147 S. Loumis Pkwy – applicant DR Horton.
- Approval of minutes from the September 3, 2025 Planning Commission meeting.
- Public comment period (up to three‑minute remarks on items not on the agenda).
- Planning Commission business discussion (follow‑up items).
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 17, 2025 at Bluffdale City Hall. The hearing is to receive public comment on a proposed zone change from Single-Family Residential R-1-43 to a Single-Family Residential R-1-10 Infill Overlay (IO) Zone. The proposal, submitted by D.R. Horton and represented by Quinn Millet, would modify setbacks, cover 26 lots, and increase lot coverage.
- Proposed change from Single-Family Residential R-1-43 to Single-Family Residential R-1-10 Infill Overlay (IO) Zone
- Modification of setbacks under the proposed zone change
- Development of 26 lots with increased lot coverage
- Applicant D.R. Horton, represented by Quinn Millet
- Public comment accepted in person, online, email, or mail as outlined
Bluffdale Youth Council
The Bluffdale Youth Council is meeting to introduce leadership and advisors. The body will review council bylaws, conduct a TLT survey, and plan upcoming community events.
- Review of Council Bylaws, Code of Conduct, and Parental Permission Form
- Planning for Leadership Retreat on Sept. 19th and 20th
- Planning for Community Trunk or Treat on Oct. 28
- 2025 Swearing In ceremony on Sept. 24th
- Fall City Council Report on Sept. 24th
The Bluffdale City Youth Council met on September 16, 2025 at City Hall. The agenda covered introductions, icebreakers, bylaws overview, and planning for upcoming events. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; the minutes were approved on October 14, 2025.
Budget Review Committee
The Bluffdale City Budget Review Committee will meet to approve previous minutes, vote on committee leadership, and review budget metrics. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM at Bluffdale City Hall.
- Approval of Budget Review Committee minutes from May 21, 2025
- Vote on Committee Leadership
- Review of Budget Metrics
The Budget Review Committee unanimously approved the May 21, 2025 minutes. Japheth McGee was appointed chair, Andrew Smith vice‑chair, and Jordan Spencer secretary by acclamation. The committee assigned each member a budget section to analyze, asked the Administrative Services Director to supply parks and trails data, and scheduled a follow‑up meeting in one month to compile a resident‑focused metric book.
- Approved May 21, 2025 Budget Review Committee minutes (unanimous)
- Appointed Japheth McGee as Committee Chair (acclamation)
- Appointed Andrew Smith as Vice‑Chair (acclamation)
- Appointed Jordan Spencer as Secretary (acclamation)
- Assigned each committee member to a specific budget section for further analysis
- Requested Administrative Services Director Stephanie Thayer to provide parks and trails data
- Planned a follow‑up meeting in one month to compile a metric book for residents
- Decided to include three to four comparison cities in the budget metric analysis
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will meet to conduct a Co-Chair election and receive updates from various arts and financial committees. The board will also discuss basement cleaning, storage units, and asset inventory.
- Co-Chair election and vote
- Committee updates for Visual, Performing, Theatre, and Youth arts
- Financial and Marketing updates
- Basement cleaning and storage unit update
- America 250 discussion
The board approved the August 2025 meeting minutes and elected Eric Petersen as vice‑chair, both unanimously. The next board meeting was scheduled for October 11, 2025 at 8 a.m. The board also reported that part of the basement was cleaned, pillars were given to Eagle Mountain, and the storage unit will house stairs and a painting area for Secret Garden.
- Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Elected Eric Petersen vice‑chair (unanimous)
- Scheduled next meeting for Oct 11 2025 at 8 a.m.
- Completed partial basement cleaning and reassigned pillars to Eagle Mountain
- Designated storage unit for stairs and Secret Garden painting area
City Council
The City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to discuss infrastructure agreements and city planning. Key decisions include a potential increase in lot coverage for the R-1-43 Zone and the adoption of parks and transportation plans.
- Ordinance 2025-20: Proposed increase of allowed lot coverage in R-1-43 Zone from 30% to 35%
- Ordinance 2025-21: Proposed 2025 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan
- Ordinance 2025-22: Proposed Bluffdale Active Transportation Master Plan
- Resolution 2025-76: Settlement agreement for property acquisition to widen 14600 South
- Resolution 2025-77: Pipeline Crossing Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad
The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a resolution authorizing a pipeline crossing agreement with Union Pacific Railroad and appointments to the Audit and Budget Review Committees. The council also unanimously approved the meeting minutes and agenda. The mayor reported that the business license application for a mink farm was denied due to zoning issues.
- Approved Consent Agenda (pipeline crossing agreement, audit committee appointments, budget review committee appointments) – unanimous consent
- Approved City Council meeting minutes and agenda – unanimous consent
- Denied mink farm business license application (zoning) – denial issued
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a pipeline crossing agreement with Union Pacific Railroad and appointments to the Audit and Budget Review Committees. A settlement agreement for acquiring property to widen and improve 14600 South will be approved. The council will discuss the C‑PACE financing tool for renewable‑energy projects. Public hearing items include a zoning lot‑coverage amendment, a new Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan, and an Active Transportation Master Plan.
- Resolution 2025-77: authorize a Pipeline Crossing Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad
- Resolution 2025-76: approve settlement for property acquisition to widen 14600 South
- Discussion of C‑PACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) financing tool
- Ordinance 2025-20: increase allowed lot coverage in R‑1‑43 zone from 30% to 35%
- Ordinance 2025-21: adopt the 2025 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan
City Council
The City Council will receive public comment on the proposed Active Transportation Master Plan (ATP). This plan is a component of the City of Bluffdale General Plan.
- Public hearing for the proposed Active Transportation Master Plan (ATP)
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on Ordinance 2025-20. This proposed text amendment would increase allowed lot coverage in the R-1-43 Zone from 30% to 35%.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-20 regarding R-1-43 Zone lot coverage increase from 30% to 35%
City Council
The City Council will receive public comment on the proposed Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan. This plan is a component of the City of Bluffdale General Plan.
- Public hearing on the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition will meet to review reports on youth events and volunteer projects, followed by board business including the approval of minutes and a vote to remove a board member.
- Vote to remove CH from board
- Nominations and vote for Vice Chair & Treasurer
- Review and approval of meeting minutes from 8/26/25
- Youth Council Prevention Summit Report
- Get to the River Event
The board unanimously approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. A co-marketing position was approved to move forward. The scheduled board meeting for September 23, 2025 was cancelled. Volunteers were assigned to provide food incentives at the September 9 and October 14 meetings, with Andrew leading the October 14 effort.
- Approved 8/26/25 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
- Approved co-marketing position (to move forward)
- Cancelled scheduled board meeting for Sep 23, 2025
- Assigned volunteers for food incentives on Sep 9
- Assigned Andrew to lead food incentives on Oct 14
Bluffdale Historic Preservation Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Bluffdale Historic Preservation Commission on September 4, 2025, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions were held due to the cancellation.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a plat amendment for an industrial subdivision and a text amendment regarding senior living zones. The body will also review an updated Active Transportation Master Plan for the Bluffdale General Plan.
- Plat Amendment for Mountain Pointe Industrial Subdivision Lots 2 and 4 (Application 2025-20)
- Proposed Text Amendment to Section 11.80.060 R-SL Senior Living Zone to allow basements and remove the 55+ age requirement
- Public hearing on the updated Active Transportation Master Plan
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will receive public comment on the proposed Active Transportation Master Plan (ATP). This plan is a component of the City of Bluffdale General Plan.
- Public hearing on the proposed Active Transportation Master Plan (ATP)
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to the R-SL Senior Living Zone. The amendment would allow basements in the zone and remove the age requirement for residents. The applicant is Howland Partners, Inc., represented by Gary Howland and Tina Franco.
- Proposed Text Amendment to Section 11.80.060 R-SL Senior Living Zone
- Allow basements within the zone
- Remove 55+ resident requirement
- Application 2025-35 by Howland Partners, Inc.
- Public hearing at Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a land use application. The commission is considering a request to adjust the shared boundary between two lots in a business park.
- Plat Amendment Application 2025-20 for Mountain Point Business Park Lot 2 and Lot 4
- Proposed boundary adjustment for 13.2 acres located at 870 W /920 W 14600 South
- Review of Light Industrial (I-1) zoned property
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will meet on September 3, 2025, to consider a plat amendment for Mountain Pointe Industrial Subdivision Lots 2 and 4 and a text amendment to the R-SL Senior Living Zone. The meeting will also include a public hearing on an updated Active Transportation Master Plan.
- Vote on Plat Amendment for Mountain Pointe Industrial Subdivision Lots 2 and 4 (Application 2025-20)
- Public hearing on Text Amendment to R-SL Senior Living Zone (Application 2025-35) to allow basements and remove age requirement
- Public hearing on updated Active Transportation Master Plan
The commission unanimously appointed Debbie Cragun as Chair and Erik Swanson as Vice‑Chair. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. Finally, the commission unanimously approved the proposed plat amendment for Mountain Pointe Industrial Subdivision Lots 2 and 4.
- Appointed Debbie Cragun as Planning Commission Chair (unanimous: Flynn, Swanson, Luker, Cragun)
- Appointed Erik Swanson as Vice‑Chair (unanimous: Flynn, Swanson, Luker, Cragun)
- Approved August 20, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous: Flynn, Swanson, Luker, Cragun)
- Approved Mountain Pointe Industrial Subdivision Lots 2 & 4 plat amendment (unanimous: Flynn, Swanson, Luker, Cragun)
City Council
The regularly scheduled Bluffdale City Council meeting for Wednesday, August 27, 2025, has been cancelled.
City Council
The Bluffdale Board of Canvassers will meet to review and vote on the official election results. This action certifies the outcome of the 2025 City of Bluffdale Municipal Primary Election.
- Resolution 2025-75 certifying the Canvass of the Official Election Results for the 2025 City of Bluffdale Municipal Primary Election
The Bluffdale Board of Canvassers met on August 26, 2025 and voted on Resolution 2025-75, which certifies the official results of the 2025 City of Bluffdale Municipal Primary Election. Council Member Austin moved to approve the resolution, Council Member Wilding seconded, and all four council members present voted aye, passing the motion unanimously. The council then adjourned the meeting by unanimous consent.
- Approved Resolution 2025-75 certifying municipal primary election results (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The Board of Canvassers met to certify the results of the municipal primary election held on August 12, 2025. The body approved the official final election results and declared the nominated candidates for the City Council Member At Large four-year term.
- Certification of 2025 Municipal Primary Election results
- Nomination of Wendy Aston (1,133 votes), Mackey Smith (966 votes), Jeffrey Steele (641 votes), and Albert Allen Larsen (651 votes) for City Council Member At Large
- Reported voter turnout of 2,162 voters out of 10,087 registered voters (21.4%)
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition board meets to review and vote on previous meeting minutes, approve a $2500 budget for a September board retreat, and discuss marketing roles and volunteer assignments. No major policy decisions are on the agenda.
- Review and vote on August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
- Approve $2500 budget for board retreat (Sep 26-28)
- Review and vote on marketing job description/position
- Assign volunteers for food ($250 approved) and incentives at September 9 meeting
The Healthy Bluffdale Board unanimously approved a co‑marketing position and an additional $15,000 for the Screenagers youth program. The board also approved a $2,500 budget for a September retreat and a $250 allocation for volunteer food incentives. All approvals were recorded without dissent.
- Approved co‑marketing position (unanimous vote)
- Approved $2,500 budget for September board retreat
- Approved additional $15,000 for Screenagers program (unanimous)
- Approved $8,800 marketing spend for Screenagers (signs, banner)
- Approved $1,500 for swag and door prizes for Screenagers
- Approved $250 for volunteer food and meeting incentives
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public meeting on August 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. to decide on three key items: two plat amendments for subdivisions and one text amendment to increase lot coverage in the R-1-43 zone. The meeting will also include a public hearing on the 2025 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan.
- Plat Amendment for River Willow Estates subdivision Lots 2 and 3 (Application 2025-10)
- Plat Amendment for Shane Parry Subdivision to relocate a shared lot line and public utility easement (Application 2025-29)
- Text Amendment to increase allowed lot coverage in the R-1-43 Zone from 30% to 35% (Application 2025-31)
- Public Hearing on the proposed 2025 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 20, 2025, to receive comments on proposed text amendments to increase the allowed lot coverage in the R-1-43 zone from 30% to 35%. The applicant is Justin Anderson, represented by Casey Jones, Esq.
- Public hearing on lot coverage increase in R-1-43 zone (30% to 35%)
- Applicant: Justin Anderson, represented by Casey Jones, Esq.
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to receive comments on the proposed Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan. This plan is a component of the City of Bluffdale General Plan.
- Public hearing on proposed Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will vote on two plat amendments and provide recommendations on a zoning text amendment and the city's 2025 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. The meeting includes the election of a Chair and Vice Chair.
- Plat Amendment for River Willow Estates subdivision Lots 2 and 3 (Application 2025-10)
- Plat Amendment for Shane Parry Subdivision to relocate a shared lot line and utility easement (Application 2025-29)
- Proposed Text Amendment to increase R-1-43 Zone lot coverage from 30% to 35% (Application 2025-31)
- Proposed 2025 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan
The commission approved the July 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It tabled the election of Chair and Vice‑Chair until the September 3 meeting. The commission unanimously approved two plat amendments—one for River Willow Estates (Application 2025‑10) and one for the Shane Parry Subdivision (Application 2025‑29). It also voted to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council to raise the maximum lot coverage in the R‑1‑43 zone from 30% to 35%.
- Approved July 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled election of Chair and Vice‑Chair to Sept 3 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved River Willow Estates plat amendment (Application 2025‑10) – unanimous
- Approved Shane Parry Subdivision plat amendment (Application 2025‑29) – unanimous
- Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council to increase R‑1‑43 zone lot coverage to 35% (unanimous)
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will meet to approve past meeting minutes, receive committee updates on finances, visual arts, performing arts, theater, youth development, and community engagement, and discuss the recent Freaky Friday show. Members will also review marketing improvements, basement cleaning plans, and Old West Days preparations.
- Approval of July 2025 meeting minutes
- 2026 season announcement for theater arts
- Report on Freaky Friday summer teen show
- Marketing workflow improvements discussion
- Old West Days preparation
The board approved the July 2025 meeting minutes. Members agreed to use the spelling "Theater" for the art form. A temporary hold was placed on all donations and purchases until an inventory system is established. The next meeting was scheduled for September 13, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.
- Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Agreed to adopt "Theater" spelling (unanimous)
- Placed temporary hold on donations and purchases pending inventory
- Scheduled next meeting for September 13, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve routine resolutions, including appointments, interlocal agreements, and a surplus property decision. Key votes include a beer recreation license for Sandbar South LLC and relocation of a single-family dwelling from 2523 West Spencer Crest Drive to 14424 South 2200 West. The Redevelopment Agency Board will discuss incentives for the Centrum Apartments development.
- Resolution 2025-72: Approve on-premise beer retailer license for Sandbar South LLC at 920 West 14600 South Suite 300
- Resolution 2025-74: Approve relocation of single-family dwelling from 2523 West Spencer Crest Drive to 14424 South 2200 West
- Resolution 2025-70: Authorize interlocal agreement with Salt Lake County Sheriff for prisoner transportation services
- Resolution 2025-71: Authorize pipeline relocation agreement with Enbridge Gas
- Discussion: Centrum Apartments development and moderate-income housing incentives
The council unanimously approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda for this meeting. A consent agenda containing four resolutions was approved by unanimous consent. The council also approved Resolution 2025-74, which authorizes moving a single‑family home from 2523 West Spencer Crest Drive to 14424 South 2200 West. No other substantive actions were recorded.
- Approved July 9, 2025 City Council minutes (unanimous consent)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
- Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous consent)
- Approved Resolution 2025-68 appointing Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board members
- Approved Resolution 2025-70 authorizing interlocal agreement with Salt Lake County Sheriff for prisoner transportation
- Approved Resolution 2025-71 authorizing pipeline relocation agreement with Enbridge Gas
- Approved Resolution 2025-73 authorizing surplus of City‑owned property
- Approved Resolution 2025-74 relocation of single‑family dwelling to 14424 South 2200 West
City Council
The City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to discuss alcohol licensing for recreational facilities and a specific beer retailer application. The body will also consider a building relocation and moderate income housing incentives for Centrum Apartments.
- Ordinance 2025-19: Amending city code to allow beer licenses for on-premise recreational facilities
- Resolution 2025-72: Public hearing for Sandbar South LLC beer license at 920 West 14600 South Suite 300
- Resolution 2025-74: Relocation of a single family dwelling from 2523 West Spencer Crest Drive to 14424 South 2200 West
- Resolution 2025-70: Interlocal Agreement with Salt Lake County Sheriff for prisoner transportation
- Discussion on moderate income housing incentives for Centrum Apartments (L.H. Perry, Investments LLC)
City Council
The provided document is an official ballot for the Municipal Primary Election held on August 12, 2025. It is not a meeting agenda and contains no items for council decision or discussion.
- Election for City Council At-Large seats
- Candidates: Adam Christian, Wendy Aston, Mackey Smith, Jeffrey Steele, Albert Allen Larsen
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Board will meet to discuss current projects and volunteer needs. The board is scheduled to hold nominations and a vote for the positions of Vice Chair and Treasurer.
- Review of Summer Series, Bluffdale Badlands, and Old West Days events
- Planning for America/Bluffdale 250 (7/2025-7/2026)
- Organization of a Fall workshop and a Family Food Drive on 11/21
- Discussion of Screenagers Series with FatCats and Atomic Athletics course
- Nominations and vote for Vice Chair and Treasurer
The board approved the previous meeting minutes and adopted a new name‑recording format. It approved a $2,500 budget for a September board retreat. Andrew J. was elected Vice Chair and Jona S. was elected Treasurer, both unanimously. A job description for a part‑time marketing position was approved, with a draft to be prepared.
- Approved 6/24/25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted name recording format: first name, last initial for adults; initials for youth (unanimous)
- Approved $2,500 budget for board retreat/training
- Elected Andrew J. as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Jona S. as Treasurer (unanimous)
- Approved job description for part‑time marketing position (draft to be created)
- Cancelled Fall workshop and redirected resources to Screenagers events
- Assigned workgroup leader for America/Bluffdale 250 project to Andrew J.
Community Garden Board
The Bluffdale City Community Garden Board will meet to discuss garden maintenance and upcoming events. The board is reviewing a mulch project and blackberry management.
- Mulch Project
- Blackberries
- Planting Day scheduled for September 20th
City Council
The regularly scheduled Bluffdale City Council meeting for July 23, 2025, has been cancelled.
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for July 16, 2025, has been cancelled.
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed text amendment to the city code for an apartment building at approximately 14676 S Porter Rockwell. The proposal seeks to increase the building height and total number of dwelling units.
- Proposed addition of a fifth story (up to 90 feet total height) at 14676 S Porter Rockwell
- Proposed addition of 66 dwelling units (up to 318 total units)
- Proposed parking ratio of 1.6 stalls per unit instead of the standard 2 stalls
- Proposed amendment to the project's approved Development Agreement
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a proposed amendment to the Centrum Development Agreement and a city code text amendment. These changes would allow for a fifth story and 66 additional dwelling units at 14676 South Porter Rockwell Boulevard.
- Ordinance 2025-15: Proposed amendment to Centrum Development Agreement for 66 units and a fifth story at 14676 South Porter Rockwell Boulevard
- Ordinance 2025-16: Proposed Text Amendment to Section 11.110.130 of City Code for 66 units and a fifth story at 14676 South Porter Rockwell Boulevard
- Resolution 2025-69: Appointment of Administrative Services Director
- Oath of Office for City Manager Bruce Kartchner
- Presentation regarding Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The Bluffdale City Council unanimously approved the June 25, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda for the July 9, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were voted on during the session.
- Approved June 25, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
- Approved July 9, 2025 meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a proposed expansion of an apartment building at 14676 South Porter Rockwell Boulevard. The body will also administer the oath of office for City Manager Bruce Kartchner.
- Ordinance 2025-15: Proposed amendment to Centrum Development Agreement for a fifth story and 66 dwelling units at 14676 South Porter Rockwell Boulevard
- Ordinance 2025-16: Proposed text amendment to City Code for a fifth story and 66 dwelling units at 14676 South Porter Rockwell Boulevard
- Resolution 2025-69: Appointment of Administrative Services Director
- Oath of Office for City Manager Bruce Kartchner
- Presentation regarding Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The board will review and vote on the selection of eight plays for the 2026 theater season. Members will also discuss summer show dates and marketing workflows.
- Vote on 2026 theater season including SpongeBob SquarePants, Crimes of the Heart, Noise’s Off, Clue, Frozen Jr, The Lightning Thief, Pirates of Penzance, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
- Request from South Valley Patriot Camp to use the stage June 15-19, 2026
- Marketing workflow update
- Basement storage update
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board approved most of the 2026 theater season, including 'SpongeBob SquarePants', 'Noises Off', 'Clue', 'Frozen Kids', 'The Lightning Thief', 'Pirates of Penzance', and 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever'. 'Crimes of the Heart' was not approved due to questionable themes, and replacement ideas were suggested. The board also approved stipends for art class teachers and tabled a discussion about summer show dates.
- Approved 'SpongeBob SquarePants' for 2026 season (all approve)
- Denied 'Crimes of the Heart' for 2026 season (not approved)
- Approved 'Noises Off' for 2026 season (all approve)
- Approved 'Clue' for 2026 season (all approve)
- Approved 'Frozen Kids' for 2026 season (all approve)
- Approved 'The Lightning Thief' for 2026 season (all approve)
- Approved 'Pirates of Penzance' for 2026 season (all approve)
- Approved stipends for art class teachers
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will vote on a condominium plat for a medical office building and a site plan amendment for an apartment complex. These decisions affect commercial unit creation and residential unit counts.
- Vote on Condominium Plat for Nipko Medical Office Building at 1595 W 14000 S to create 7 commercial condo units
- Vote on Site Plan Amendment for Independence Rock Apartments to change architectural materials and reduce unit count from 218 to 217
The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved the Nipko Medical Office Building condominium plat amendment, adding seven commercial condo units with conditions on code compliance, engineering standards, and fee responsibility. The Independence Rock Apartments site‑plan amendment was discussed, but no vote outcome was recorded in the minutes.
- Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous: Flynn, Kraupp, Luker)
- Approved Nipko Condominium Plat Amendment (unanimous: Luker, Kraupp, Flynn)
- Considered Independence Rock Apartments site‑plan amendment (no decision recorded)
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency will meet to adopt final budget adjustments for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The council will also consider updates to the city's consolidated fee schedule and water rates.
- Ordinance 2025-18: Amended Consolidated Fee Schedule for Administrative, Service, and Development Fees, including Water Rates
- Resolution 2025-62: Restrictions on the use of fireworks within certain areas of the City
- Resolution 2025-64: Final budget adjustment for 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget (excluding Fire and Police Protection Fund, LBA, and RDA)
- Resolution 2025-67: Final budget adjustment for 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Fire and Police Protection Fund
- LBA Resolution 2025-65 and RDA Resolution 2025-66: Final Budget Adjustments for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year
The council unanimously approved the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda. It adopted restrictions on fireworks (Resolution 2025-62) and re‑appointed members of the Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board (Resolution 2025-63). The council also approved final budget adjustments for the 2024‑2025 fiscal year for all city funds except the Fire and Police Protection Fund, and separately for the Fire and Police Protection Fund, the Local Building Authority, and the Redevelopment Agency.
- Approved June 11, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
- Adopted fireworks restrictions (Resolution 2025-62)
- Re‑appointed Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board members (Resolution 2025-63)
- Adopted final budget adjustment for all funds except Fire/Police, LBA, RDA (Resolution 2025-64)
- Adopted final budget adjustment for Fire and Police Protection Fund (Resolution 2025-67)
- Adopted final budget adjustment for Local Building Authority (Resolution 2025-65)
- Adopted final budget adjustment for Redevelopment Agency (Resolution 2025-66)
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency will meet to consider final budget adjustments for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The council will also consider updates to the city's consolidated fee schedule and water rates.
- Ordinance 2025-18: Amended Consolidated Fee Schedule for Administrative, Service, and Development Fees, including Water Rates
- Resolution 2025-62: Restrictions on the use of fireworks within certain areas of the City
- Resolution 2025-64: Final budget adjustment for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget (excluding Fire, Police, LBA, and RDA)
- Resolution 2025-67: Final budget adjustment for the 2024-2025 Fire and Police Protection Fund
- LBA Resolution 2025-65 and RDA Resolution 2025-66: Final budget adjustments for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority Board, and Redevelopment Agency Board will hold public hearings to receive comments on budget amendments. These amendments apply to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
- Final amendment for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Bluffdale City Budget
- Final amendment for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Local Building Authority Budget
- Final amendment for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Redevelopment Agency Budget
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Board will review current projects and assign leaders for upcoming community events. The board is also scheduled to vote on a collaboration with Atomic Athletics following a review of a Memorandum of Understanding.
- Vote on collaboration with Atomic Athletics
- Planning for Badlands 5k/10k on July 12
- Planning for America/Bluffdale 250 (July 2025-July 2026)
- Planning for Old West Days on August 9
- Review of available budget and plan to end of fiscal year
The board approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting without dissent. It unanimously adopted the Atomic Athletics memorandum pending city attorney review, appointed Andrew Jones as a board member, and appointed AA as a youth board member. The board also approved $2,500 for a September retreat. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Atomic Athletics memorandum pending city attorney review (unanimous)
- Appointed Andrew Jones as board member (unanimous)
- Appointed AA as youth board member (unanimous)
- Approved $2,500 budget for September retreat (unanimous)
- Cancelled July 8 food‑incentive volunteer shift
- Scheduled next meeting for August 12, 2025 at 6:30 pm
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for June 18, 2025, has been cancelled.
Bluffdale Youth Council
The Youth Council is meeting to coordinate schedules and action plans for several summer events. Members will discuss logistics for the Rodeo and Old West Days.
- Planning for Rodeo events on July 17, 18, and 19
- Planning for Old West Days from August 4-9, including tent activities
- Coordination for the Youth Prevention Summit at Bryce Canyon from June 30 to July 2
- Review of leadership applications
- Deadline for newsletter items on June 20
The Bluffdale Youth Council approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes. Volunteers were appointed to three open leadership roles: Keely as Communications, Roman as Deputy Treasurer, and Cade as Secretary. The council noted that only four members signed up, leaving several positions vacant, and agreed to start tracking attendance using hours.
- Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Appointed Keely to Communications role
- Appointed Roman to Deputy Treasurer role
- Appointed Cade to Secretary role
- Recorded that only four members signed up, leaving other leadership positions vacant
- Decided to track attendance using hours
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The board will meet to finalize the fiscal year 2026 budget and review proposals for 2026 shows. Members will also discuss a three-year plan and address marketing scheduling and chain of command.
- Finalization of FY 2026 budget
- Review of 2026 show proposals
- Discussion of a 3-year plan
- Planning for Summer Kick Off on May 17th
- Updates on 'Charley’s Aunt', 'Freaky Friday', and 'The Secret Garden' auditions
The board unanimously approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. It also voted to add an eighth Junior Theatre production to the 2026 schedule. The board set a deadline of June 17 for any FY 2026 budget changes. The meeting was adjourned until July (date and time TBD).
- Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved addition of an 8th Junior Theatre show for 2026 (unanimous)
- Set FY 2026 budget change deadline to June 17
- Adjourned meeting until July (date and time TBD)
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency will hold public hearings to adopt final operating budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The council will also consider tax rates for Salt Lake and Utah counties and a compensation increase for staff.
- Resolution 2025-57: Final operating budget for 2025-2026 for most funds
- Resolution 2025-61: Final operating budget for Fire and Police Protection Fund
- Resolution 2025-55 and 2025-56: Final tax rates for Salt Lake and Utah counties
- Public hearing on compensation increases (cost of living and merit) in the proposed budget
- Resolution 2025-54: Closing of existing railroad crossing at 14600 South
The council approved the final tax rates for Salt Lake and Utah Counties, both with no increase to the General Fund. It also adopted the final operating budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026 for all city funds, including separate budgets for the Fire and Police Protection Fund. Consent agenda items were approved, including Juneteenth policy amendments, closure of the 14600 South railroad crossing, amendment of Healthy Bluffdale Coalition board terms, and appointment to the Community Garden Board. The Local Building Authority and Redevelopment Agency each adopted their FY 2025‑2026 operating budgets.
- Adopted final Salt Lake County tax rate (no increase) – Resolution 2025-55
- Adopted final Utah County tax rate (no increase) – Resolution 2025-56
- Adopted final operating budget for all city funds (except Fire/Police, LBA, RDA) – Resolution 2025-57
- Adopted final operating budget for Fire and Police Protection Fund – Resolution 2025-61
- Approved Juneteenth policy amendment – Resolution 2025-53-A (consent agenda)
- Approved closure of 14600 South railroad crossing – Resolution 2025-54 (consent agenda)
- Approved amendment of Healthy Bluffdale Coalition board terms – Ordinance 2025-17 (consent agenda)
- Approved appointment to Community Garden Board – Resolution 2025-60 (consent agenda)
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency will meet to adopt final operating budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The meeting includes public hearings on budget items and employee compensation increases.
- Public hearing on proposed budget compensation increases (cost of living and merit)
- Resolution 2025-57: Final operating budget for 2025-2026 (excluding Fire, Police, LBA, and RDA)
- Resolution 2025-61: Final operating budget for Fire and Police Protection Fund
- Resolution 2025-54: Closing of existing railroad crossing at 14600 South
- LBA and RDA final operating budget adoptions for 2025-2026
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority Board, and Redevelopment Agency Board will hold public hearings to receive comment on proposed budgets and tax rates for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The meeting includes a proposal regarding compensation for executive municipal officers.
- Proposed tax rates for Salt Lake County and Utah County for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Bluffdale City Budget
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Local Building Authority Budget
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Redevelopment Agency Budget
- Proposed compensation increase for executive municipal officers
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The regularly scheduled Healthy Bluffdale Coalition meeting for June 10, 2025, has been cancelled.
City Council
The City Recorder has certified the list of candidates running for Mayor and City Council in the 2025 municipal election. This document identifies the individuals who have filed for candidacy for these seats.
- Mayoral candidates: Connie Pavlakis and Natalie Hall
- Councilmember candidates: Adam Christian, Wendy Aston, Mackey Smith, Jeffrey Steele, and Albert Allen Larsen
Bluffdale Historic Preservation Commission
The regularly scheduled meeting for June 5, 2025, has been cancelled.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed expansion of an apartment building. The body will consider recommendations for a development agreement amendment and a city code text amendment.
- Proposed addition of a fifth story and 66 dwelling units at 14676 South Porter Rockwell Boulevard
- Proposed reduced parking ratio of 1.6 stalls per dwelling unit for Application 2025-08
- Proposed Text Amendment to Section 11.110.130 of the Bluffdale City Code
The commission voted to approve the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting, with all four voting members in favor. No public comments were received. A public hearing was held on the proposed amendment to the Centrum Development Agreement and a related code text amendment, but the minutes do not record any vote outcome for those items.
- Approved May 7, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed expansion of an apartment building at 14676 South Porter Rockwell Boulevard. The proposal includes adding a fifth story, 66 dwelling units, and reducing the parking ratio to 1.6 stalls per unit.
- Proposed amendment to Centrum Development Agreement for 66 additional units at 14676 South Porter Rockwell Boulevard
- Proposed Text Amendment to Section 11.110.130 of the Bluffdale City Code regarding building height and unit counts
- Proposed reduction of parking ratio to 1.6 stalls per dwelling unit for Application 2025-08
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed text amendment to the Bluffdale City Code. The request involves increasing the height and unit count of an approved apartment building.
- Proposed addition of a fifth story (up to 90 feet total height) at 14676 S Porter Rockwell
- Proposed addition of 66 dwelling units, increasing the total to 318
- Proposed parking ratio of 1.6 stalls per unit instead of the standard 2 stalls
- Proposed amendment to the project's approved Development Agreement
Community Garden Board
The Community Garden Board will meet to discuss the pumpkin patch and the addition of a new board member.
- Discussion regarding the Pumpkin Patch
- Discussion regarding a New Board Member
City Council
The City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to review the State of the City and discuss budget and financing topics. The council is considering a new traffic ordinance regarding traffic control devices and markers.
- Ordinance 2025-14: New traffic code rules for avoiding traffic control devices and disobeying islands and markers
- Resolution 2025-51: Appointing the City Manager to the Salt Lake Valley Emergency Communication Center Board of Trustees
- Resolution 2025-52: Appointing an Arts Council Board Member
- RDA Resolution 2025-50: Appointing and designating officers of the Redevelopment Agency
- Discussion on Independence Apartments, Dakota Pacific development, and moderate income housing incentives
The council approved the meeting minutes and agenda by unanimous consent. It adopted Resolution 2025-51 appointing the City Manager to the Salt Lake Valley Emergency Communication Center Board of Trustees. It also approved Resolution 2025-52 appointing an Arts Council board member and RDA Resolution 2025-50 appointing officers of the Redevelopment Agency.
- Approved City Council minutes and agenda (unanimous consent)
- Approved Resolution 2025-51 appointing City Manager to Salt Lake Valley Emergency Communication Center Board of Trustees
- Approved Resolution 2025-52 appointing an Arts Council Board Member
- Approved RDA Resolution 2025-50 appointing and designating officers of the Redevelopment Agency
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will meet on May 28, 2025, to discuss and vote on an ordinance related to traffic control devices, hear a state of the city presentation, and receive updates on various community initiatives. The meeting also includes recognition of students, youth council members, and presentations on small business support programs.
- Ordinance 2025-14: Enacting traffic code updates on avoiding traffic control devices and disobeying islands and traffic markers
- Resolution 2025-51: Appointing City Manager to the Salt Lake Valley Emergency Communication Center Board
- Resolution 2025-52: Appointing an Arts Council Board Member
- Discussion on budget and financing topics
- Redevelopment Agency Board to discuss Independence Apartments development and moderate-income housing incentives
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive reports from the facilitator and board members. The board will discuss upcoming community events and the budget plan for the remainder of the fiscal year.
- Summer Kickoff event on June 17 at Day Ranch Park
- Walk for Strength event on June 21
- America/Bluffdale 250 planning for July 2025-July 2026
- Old West Days participation on August 9
- Fall Workshop scheduled from September 29 to November 10
The Healthy Bluffdale Board unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding with Atomic Athletics and a $10,000 budget for joint activities. It also approved up to $5,000 for branded items, set the board retreat for September 27, and approved previous meeting minutes. Volunteer food‑incentive meetings were rescheduled from June 10 to June 24 and the July 8 meeting was cancelled.
- Approved 04/08/25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 05/13/25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved memorandum of understanding with Atomic Athletics (unanimous)
- Approved $10,000 collaboration with Atomic Athletics (unanimous)
- Approved up to $5,000 for branded items (unanimous)
- Set board retreat date for Sept 27 (unanimous)
- Rescheduled June 10 volunteer meeting to June 24 (unanimous)
- Cancelled July 8 volunteer meeting (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission meeting for May 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.
Budget Review Committee
The Budget Review Committee will meet to review the FY 2026 Budget. The committee will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from May 30, 2024.
- Review of FY 2026 Budget
- Approval of May 30, 2024 minutes
The Bluffdale City Budget Review Committee met to review the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget document. The committee discussed various line items, including utilities, lease payments, road funds, and public safety costs, but made no formal decisions. The only action taken was approving the minutes from the May 30, 2024 meeting. The committee does not have decision-making authority on the budget.
- Approved minutes from May 30, 2024 (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will vote on the appointment and contract of a new City Manager and discuss budget and financing topics. The meeting includes public hearings regarding business classifications, zoning for automotive and tattoo services, and property acquisition via eminent domain.
- Resolution 2025-40: Eminent domain action to acquire property from William J Newman for 14600 South improvements
- Resolution 2025-39: Appointment and contract of new City Manager
- Ordinance 2025-12: Proposed zoning changes for minor automotive services, tattoo establishments, and Bringhurst Station commercial area
- Ordinance 2025-11: Amendments to business classification and home-based microschool definitions
- Resolution 2025-45: Water Lease Agreement with Geneva Rock
The Bluffdale City Council approved the April 9, 21, and 22, 2025 meeting minutes and the May 14 agenda by unanimous consent. The agenda listed several consent‑agenda resolutions and public‑hearing items, but the minutes do not record any vote outcomes or decisions for those items. No other substantive actions were documented in the record.
- Approved April 9, 21, 22 meeting minutes and May 14 agenda (unanimous consent)
City Council
The City Council will discuss budget and financing topics and vote on the appointment of a new City Manager. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning amendments for businesses and the use of eminent domain for road improvements.
- Resolution 2025-40: Eminent domain action to acquire property from William J Newman for 14600 South improvement
- Resolution 2025-39: Appointment and contract of new City Manager
- Ordinance 2025-12: Zoning changes for minor automotive services, tattoo establishments, and Bringhurst Station
- Ordinance 2025-11: Amendments to business classification and home-based microschool definitions
- Resolution 2025-45: Water Lease Agreement with Geneva Rock
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a resolution authorizing the use of eminent domain. The request involves condemning approximately 53,769 square feet of property owned by William J. Newman to improve 14600 S.
- Public hearing for eminent domain of Parcel No. 33-11-326-008 near 14600 S. and 1000 W.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider Ordinance 2025-11, which proposes text amendments to Sections 3.10.040 and 3.80.050 of the Bluffdale City Code. The amendments would create a process for classifying new or unlisted businesses as required by state law, require all businesses to comply with zoning, building, and fire codes, and update definitions for home-based microschools and micro education entities following the 2025 Legislative Session. The meeting is scheduled for May 14, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffdale City Hall.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-11
- Text amendments to Sections 3.10.040 and 3.80.050 of the city code
- New process for classifying unlisted businesses per state law
- Requirement for all businesses to comply with zoning, building, and fire codes
- Updated definitions for home-based microschools and micro education entities
City Council
The City Council will receive public comment on Ordinance 2025-12. This ordinance proposes text amendments to commercial zoning definitions and usage rules.
- Ordinance 2025-12: create definition for minor automotive service
- Ordinance 2025-12: allow minor automotive service in certain commercial zones
- Ordinance 2025-12: allow tattoo establishments in certain commercial zones
- Ordinance 2025-12: modify Bringhurst Station commercial area to allow non-retail businesses
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition holds a regular business meeting to approve previous minutes, discuss facilitator travel plans, review available budget and budget plan, and coordinate upcoming community events including summer kickoff, walks, and food drives.
- Vote on approval of April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion of available budget and budget plan
- Summer Kickoff event scheduled June 17, 5-8pm at Day Ranch Park
- Walk for Strength on June 21
- Family Food Drive on November 21
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition met on May 13, 2025. The board reviewed the April 8 minutes and discussed upcoming events, collaborations, and budget items, but no approvals, denials, or vote results were recorded. The next coalition meeting is set for June 10, 2025 and the next board meeting for May 27, 2025.
Bluffdale Youth Council
The Bluffdale City Youth Council will meet to approve April minutes, review upcoming events for May through August, and finalize details for the Love Where You Live event. They will also discuss leadership applications for next year, due May 30, and plan participation in the Rodeo, Walk for Strength, Bryce Summit, and Old West Days.
- Finalize Love Where You Live event on May 20 at 6:00 PM
- Discuss USU Leadership Conference in Price, Utah on May 23-24
- Plan Walk for Strength on June 21 needing 6 youth volunteers
- Review Rodeo on July 17-19 with Youth Council recognized on July 18
- Overview of Old West Days on August 4-9
The council approved the April 15, 2025 meeting minutes. Leadership applications were opened on May 13 and will remain open until June 30. The "Love Where You Live" event was scheduled for May 20 with set‑up at 5:00 pm and start at 6:00 pm. A shuttle bus was confirmed for the USU Leadership conference in Price, Utah on May 23‑24, and a float decoration date of August 2 was set for Old West Days.
- Approved April 15, 2025 minutes
- Opened leadership applications (deadline June 30)
- Scheduled Love Where You Live event for May 20 (setup 5 pm, start 6 pm)
- Confirmed shuttle bus for USU Leadership conference May 23‑24
- Set float decoration date for Old West Days on August 2
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The board will discuss committee reports covering theater, visual arts, community engagement, and program development. A grant update and three-year goal plan will be presented. Upcoming events include a booth at Love Where You Live and an art in the park project. The meeting also includes a presentation on project management software 'Click Up' and a sponsorship packet discussion.
- Approval of April 2025 meeting minutes
- Theater arts report on summer shows and 'Harvey' progress
- Visual arts report on meeting with Mayor Hall and Amanda Luker
- Grant update with three-year goal plan
- Upcoming events: Love Where You Live booth and art in park
The Arts Advisory Board approved the minutes from the April 2025 meeting. The board also approved using the Click Up project‑management application, beginning with the Secret Garden program. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved April 2025 meeting minutes
- Approved use of Click Up project‑management tool (start with Secret Garden)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a plat amendment for Kenna Lane Subdivision, a text amendment to zoning code regarding business classification and microschools, and amendments to engineering standards. The plat amendment is an administrative item for a vote; the code and engineering amendments are legislative items for recommendation to the city council.
- Public hearing and vote on a plat amendment to incorporate 0.12 acres into Lot 105 of Kenna Lane Subdivision and adjust easements
- Public hearing and recommendation on a text amendment to Sections 3.10.040 and 3.80.050 for business classification and microschool definitions per 2025 state law
- Public hearing and recommendation on amendments to engineering standards for drinking waterline mechanical joint restraint, street light, and integral drive approach details
- Approval of minutes from April 16, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. It approved a plat amendment that adds a 0.12‑acre parcel to Lot 105 in the Kenna Lane Subdivision and relocates related easements. The commission also voted to forward positive recommendations to the City Council for a text amendment to the city code on new businesses and for engineering standards changes. No public comments were received.
- Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved Kenna Lane Lot 105 plat amendment, adding 0.12 acre (5-0)
- Forwarded positive recommendation for business code text amendment to City Council (5-0)
- Forwarded positive recommendation for engineering standards and specifications amendments to City Council (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold public hearings and vote on a plat amendment for Lot 105 of the Kenna Lane Subdivision, and make recommendations on a text amendment to business classification and microschool definitions following state law changes, as well as amendments to engineering standards for waterline, street light, and drive approach details. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion items.
- Plat Amendment for Lot 105, Kenna Lane Subdivision, to incorporate a 0.12-acre parcel and adjust easements (Application 2025-05)
- Text Amendment to Sections 3.10.040 and 3.80.050 for business classification process and home-based microschool definitions (Application 2025-06)
- Amendments to Engineering Standards for Drinking Waterline Joint Restraint, Street Light, and Integral Drive Approach Details
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a plat amendment application to merge Lot 105 of the Kenna Lane subdivision with a 0.12-acre abutting parcel, increasing the lot from 1 acre to 1.116 acres. The meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at 2222 West 14400 South. Public comments can be submitted via email or mail before the hearing.
- Plat amendment to combine Kenna Lane Lot 105 (1 acre) with a 0.12-acre adjacent parcel at 3725 W Kenna Ln / 14252 S 3600 W
- Applicant: Karen Tiberius, Alair Homes; Application #2025-05
- Public hearing for R-1-43 zoned property, 1.124 total acres
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comment on proposed amendments to City Code Sections 3.10.040 and 3.80.050. The amendments create a process for classifying new or unlisted businesses, require compliance with zoning, building, and fire codes, and update definitions of home-based microschools and micro education entities following 2025 state law changes.
- Proposed text amendments to Sections 3.10.040 and 3.80.050 of the City Code (Application 2025-06)
- New process for classifying businesses not already listed in city code
- Requirement for all businesses to comply with adopted zoning, building, and fire codes
- Amended definitions for home-based microschools and micro education entities per 2025 state law
- Public hearing with written comment options via email or mail
City Council
This notice announces the 2025 Municipal General Election for Bluffdale to elect a Mayor and two City Council members. Declaration of Candidacy must be filed in person June 2-6, 2025. The primary election, if needed, is August 12, 2025, and the general election is November 4, 2025. This is a procedural notice with no decisions or discussions.
- Election for Mayor and two at-large City Council seats, 4-year terms
- Declaration of Candidacy filing period: June 2-6, 2025, in person with City Recorder
- Qualifications: US citizen, registered voter in Bluffdale, resident for 12 months, no felony conviction
- Primary election (if needed) August 12, 2025; General election November 4, 2025
City Council
The regularly scheduled Bluffdale City Council meeting for April 23, 2025 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or acted upon.
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council is holding a special meeting with a single agenda item: a closed session to discuss the character, professional competence, or health of applicants for the city manager position. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.
- Closed meeting to evaluate applicants for Bluffdale City Manager position
The council unanimously approved moving into a closed session to discuss the character, competence, or health of City Manager applicants. The closed session was later unanimously adjourned, and the full council meeting was also adjourned by unanimous consent. No other items were considered.
- Moved to enter Closed Session to discuss City Manager applicants – passed unanimously
- Moved to adjourn the Closed Session – passed by unanimous consent
- Moved to adjourn the meeting – passed by unanimous consent
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
This is a routine coordination meeting of the Healthy Bluffdale Coalition. The board will review and vote on prior meeting minutes, hear reports on travel plans and a partnership with Atomic Athletics, discuss the available budget and budget plan, and address volunteer applications and open board positions. No specific dollar amounts or binding decisions are on the agenda.
- Review and vote on April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
- Facilitator report on travel plans (SAPS/Bryce) and collaboration with Atomic Athletics
- Treasurer report on available budget and budget plan
- Discussion of volunteer applications and open board positions (Vice Chair, Youth Member)
- Workgroup reports on 'Staying Connected with your Teen' and Summer Kickoff
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council is holding a special meeting to go into closed session under state law to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical/mental health of applicants for the city manager position. No public votes or other business are scheduled; the meeting will adjourn after the closed session.
- Closed meeting to discuss applicants for Bluffdale City Manager position
The council voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss the character, professional competence, or health of applicants for the Bluffdale City Manager position. The closed session ran from 1:01 p.m. to 2:29 p.m. The council then unanimously approved an adjournment of the meeting.
- Approved closed session to discuss City Manager applicants (unanimous)
- Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)
Public Notices - Inactive - Moved to Council or Commission Notices
This notice announces the City of Bluffdale has started the process to amend its General Plan to include an integrated Land Use and Water element as required by Utah law. No public hearing date has been set; future notices will be provided. The city is accepting public comments via email or mail until further notice.
- Amendment to incorporate a Land Use and Water element as required by Utah Code § 10-9a-403(2)(f)
- City of Bluffdale is the applicant for the general plan amendment
- Public comment accepted via email to [email protected] with subject line 'Land Use and Water Element'
- Written comments may be mailed to Bluffdale Planning Department, 2222 West 14400 South, Bluffdale, UT 84065
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations on two text amendments. One amendment consolidates existing single-family residential zones (R-1-43, R-1-10, R-1-87) into a new chapter and creates R2 (half-acre) and R3 (third-acre) zones. The other amendment allows minor automotive service in the Destination Retail Zone, permits tattoo establishments in certain commercial zones, and modifies the Bringhurst Station area to allow non-retail businesses. The commission will also receive a presentation on the Active Transportation Plan update.
- Public hearing and recommendation on Text Amendment 2025-07: consolidate R-1 zones into new Single-Family Residential Zones chapter, create R2 and R3 zones
- Public hearing and recommendation on Text Amendment 2025-04: allow minor automotive service in Destination Retail Zone, tattoo establishments in commercial zones, and modify Bringhurst Station commercial area
- Presentation on Active Transportation Plan update by Jeremy Searle (WCG)
- Approval of minutes from March 19, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda (3-minute limit per person)
The commission voted to approve the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting, with all five voting members in favor. No other actions were decided; the active‑transportation plan update was presented and a zoning text amendment was discussed, but no vote or formal recommendation was recorded.
- Approved March 19, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed text amendments to the city code. One proposal seeks to consolidate and create new single-family residential zones, while the other addresses commercial use definitions and business allowances.
- Proposed consolidation of R-1-43, R-1-10, and R-1-87 zones into a new Single-Family Residential Zones chapter
- Proposed creation of R2 (half-acre) and R3 (third-acre) residential zones
- Proposed text amendment to allow minor automotive service in the Destination Retail Zone
- Proposed text amendment to allow tattoo establishments in certain commercial zones
- Proposed modification to the Bringhurst Station commercial area to allow non-retail businesses
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed text amendments to the city's zoning code. The changes would repeal several existing single-family residential zones and create new R2 (half-acre) and R3 (third-acre) zones with updated lot, building, and use requirements. The commission will decide whether to recommend the amendments to the city council.
- Repeal of Chapters 11.80.010 (R-1-43), 11.80.020 (R-1-10), and 11.80.040 (R-1-87) zones
- Enactment of Chapter 11.80.010 Single-Family Residential Zones, including new R2 ("half-acre") and R3 ("third-acre") zones
- Amendment to Chapter 11.350.030 to incorporate new R2 and R3 zones and their uses, including large animal rights
- Amendments to assorted sections of the Land Use Regulations for updated code titles and references
- Public hearing scheduled for April 16, 2025, at Bluffdale City Hall
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider text amendments that would define and allow minor automotive service in certain commercial zones, permit tattoo establishments in certain commercial zones, and modify the Bringhurst Station commercial area to allow non-retail businesses. The public may comment in person, by email, or by mail.
- Proposed definition for 'minor automotive service'
- Allow minor automotive service in specific commercial zones
- Allow tattoo establishments in certain commercial zones
- Modify Bringhurst Station commercial area to allow non-retail businesses
Bluffdale Youth Council
This April 15 meeting of the Bluffdale Youth Council will include a guest presentation from Julia Glad Barton of Salt Lake County. Members will also approve minutes from March 18, review upcoming events (Easter Egg Hunt on April 19, Love Where You Live on May 20, USU Leadership conference May 23-24), and discuss applications for next year's leadership and newsletter deadlines.
- Guest Julia Glad Barton from Salt Lake County
- Easter Egg Hunt at Bluffdale Park on April 19 (setup 8:30 AM, hunt 10 AM)
- Love Where You Live event on May 20 (setup 5 PM, event 6 PM)
- USU Leadership conference in Price, Utah, May 23-24 (free for first 30 applicants)
- Rodeo July 17-19, with Youth Council recognition on July 18
The council approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting. It accepted a new sponsor who will provide $1,500 for council t‑shirts, with the check to be presented at the youth night of the rodeo. The council decided to issue the leadership application on May 13, with a deadline of May 31, and opened ten new positions for the next year. New members Isaac, Sarah, and Jonah were added to the council.
- Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes
- Accepted $1,500 t‑shirt sponsorship (check to be presented at youth rodeo night)
- Set leadership application release date for May 13, deadline May 31
- Opened ten new council positions (mayor, historian, secretary, communications, treasurer, and deputies)
- Added new members: Isaac, Sarah, and Jonah
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The board will discuss the rental process and review reports from the Visual Arts, Community Engagement, and Theater Arts committees. Members will work to revise the board's mission statement and coordinate for upcoming city events. The board is also addressing ZAP Grant requirements due by April 15.
- Revision of the board mission statement
- Presentation on the rental agreement and process
- ZAP Grant completion requirements due April 15
- Planning for 'Love Where You Live' event on May 20
- Planning for 'Get to the River' event on September 2
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board approved several actions: a Youth Council proposal, a youth choir program, a new Program Development Committee, and an updated mission statement. The board also directed all marketing communications to be routed through the Program Development Committee head, Kelsha, with assistance from Melanie. All approvals were recorded without specific vote tallies.
- Approved Youth Council proposal (motion moved by Joanne, seconded by Meghan)
- Approved Youth Choir program (motion moved by Meghan, seconded by Joanne)
- Approved creation of Program Development Committee (motion moved by Meghan, seconded by Joanne)
- Approved revised mission statement (motion moved by Meghan, seconded by Kelsha)
- Approved routing all marketing through Kelsha with Melanie assisting
- Approved minutes from March and February 2025 meetings
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency will hold public hearings to adopt tentative budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The Council will also consider a land use amendment regarding gravel parking lots.
- Ordinance 2025-10: Proposed Land Use Ordinance Text Amendment to allow gravel parking lots for conditional uses (Applicant: Strangling Brothers LLC)
- Resolution 2025-33: Adopting the Tentative Budget for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year
- Resolution 2025-34 LBA: Adopting the Local Building Authority Tentative Budget for 2025-2026
- Resolution 2025-35 RDA: Adopting the Redevelopment Agency Tentative Budget for 2025-2026
- Resolution 2025-32: Amendments to the Sena Wave Franchise Agreement
The Bluffdale City Council approved the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda for the April 9 meeting by unanimous consent. The council then approved the consent agenda, which included four resolutions: authorizing an agreement with Salt Lake County for election services, proclaiming April 26, 2025 as Arbor Day, amending the Sena Wave franchise agreement, and appointing a board member to the Historic Preservation Commission. All approvals were passed with unanimous consent. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved March 26, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
- Approved April 9, 2025 meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
- Approved Resolution 2025-23 authorizing agreement with Salt Lake County for election services (unanimous consent)
- Approved Resolution 2025-31 proclaiming April 26, 2025 as Arbor Day (unanimous consent)
- Approved Resolution 2025-32 amending the Sena Wave franchise agreement (unanimous consent)
- Approved Resolution 2025-36 appointing a board member to the Historic Preservation Commission (unanimous consent)
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency will hold public hearings to adopt tentative budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The Council will also consider a land use amendment regarding gravel parking lots.
- Ordinance 2025-10: Proposed Land Use Ordinance Text Amendment to Section 11.120.060 to allow gravel parking lots for conditional uses
- Resolution 2025-33: Adopting the Tentative Budget for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year
- Resolution 2025-34 LBA: Adopting the Tentative Budget for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year
- Resolution 2025-35 RDA: Adopting the Tentative Budget for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year
- Resolution 2025-23: Agreement with Salt Lake County for Election Services
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on proposed text amendments to Bluffdale City Code to allow gravel parking lots for commercial businesses via a Conditional Use Permit. The amendment also adds a consideration to Chapter 11.200 (Conditional Use Permits). The applicant is Strangling Brothers LLC, represented by Scott Knight.
- Public hearing on Text Amendment 2024-51 to permit gravel parking lots for commercial businesses with Conditional Use Permits (applicant: Strangling Brothers LLC, staff presenter: Caitlyn Tubbs)
City Council
The City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency will hold public hearings to receive comments on the tentative budgets for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
- Public hearing on Tentative Budget(s) for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board will hold a coordination meeting to review past events and plan upcoming programs, including a teen workshop and summer kick-off. Board business includes reviewing/amending coalition bylaws (requiring a 30-day review period before a vote), a budget review covering an IHC Grant, and votes on meeting minutes and meeting time updates.
- Review/Amend Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Bylaws (vote delayed 30 days)
- Budget Review – IHC Grant Overview
- Vote on Coalition and Board Meeting time update
- SHARPS Survey Update/Programming Opportunities from SLVHD
- Travel opportunities: SAPS Training (May) and UPCA Bryce Summit (June)
The board approved a $10,000 budget to fund coalition members’ attendance at the UPCA Bryce Summit in June. Lynn was appointed interim chair of the coalition through June 2026. The board also unanimously adopted a proposed amendment to the coalition bylaws. Several routine items, such as approval of prior meeting minutes, were also unanimously approved, while updates to meeting frequency were tabled.
- Approved $10,000 travel funding for UPCA Bryce Summit (unanimous)
- Appointed Lynn as interim chair until June 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Healthy Bluffdale Coalition bylaws (unanimous)
- Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled discussion on updating meeting times/frequency
- Decided to wait on IHC grant request up to $5,000
- Agreed to develop a Google form to track approved spending
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings to receive comments on proposed budget amendments. These amendments affect both the City and the Redevelopment Agency for Fiscal Year 2025.
- Amendment for the Fiscal Year 2025 Bluffdale City Budget
- Amendment for the Fiscal Year 2025 Redevelopment Agency Budget
City Council
The City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board will discuss the city budget and moderate income housing plans. The body will hold public hearings to adopt budget adjustments for the 2025 fiscal year.
- Resolution 2025-27: Budget adjustment for 2025 Fiscal Year Budget (excluding LBA & RDA)
- RDA Resolution 2025-28: Budget adjustment for 2025 Fiscal Year Budget
- RDA Resolution 2025-25: Purchase of property from Salt Lake County Water Conservancy
- Resolution 2025-30: Interlocal agreement with Salt Lake County for property exchange
- Resolution 2025-29: Surplus of City-owned property
The council unanimously approved the March 7 and March 12 meeting minutes and the meeting agenda. It also approved two consent‑agenda resolutions: authorizing surplus of city‑owned property and approving an interlocal agreement with Salt Lake County for a property exchange. A budget adjustment for the 2025 fiscal year (Resolution 2025‑27) was adopted, though the vote tally was not recorded. The Redevelopment Agency Board considered a resolution to purchase property from the Salt Lake County Water Conservancy, but the outcome was not recorded.
- Approved March 7 and March 12, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
- Approved Resolution 2025-29 authorizing surplus of city‑owned property (unanimous consent)
- Approved Resolution 2025-30 interlocal agreement with Salt Lake County for property exchange (unanimous consent)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-27 budget adjustment for 2025 Fiscal Year (outcome not recorded)
- RDA Resolution 2025-25-A purchase of property from Salt Lake County Water Conservancy (outcome not recorded)
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board will meet on March 26, 2025. Key items include a public hearing on a budget adjustment for the 2025 fiscal year, a discussion of the Moderate Income Housing Plan, and a resolution to purchase property from the Salt Lake County Water Conservancy. The Council will also consider resolutions to surplus city-owned property and approve an interlocal property exchange with Salt Lake County.
- Public hearing on Resolution 2025-27 adopting 2025 fiscal year budget adjustment for all funds except LBA & RDA
- Resolution 2025-29 authorizing surplus of city-owned property
- Resolution 2025-30 approving interlocal agreement with Salt Lake County for property exchange
- RDA Resolution 2025-25 approving purchase of property from Salt Lake County Water Conservancy
- Discussion of Moderate Income Housing Plan
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board will approve minutes from three prior meetings, discuss upcoming community events (Staying Connected with Your Teens workshop, Trails Walk, Summer Kickoff), and vote on proposed amendments to its bylaws and a change in meeting start time to 6:30 PM. Board member applications, communication preferences, and budget updates will also be reviewed.
- Vote to approve meeting minutes from February 11, February 25, and March 11, 2025
- Review and proposed amendment of Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Bylaws
- Vote to move all coalition and board meetings to 6:30 PM
- Event workgroup reports: Staying Connected with Your Teens workshop, Trails Walk, Summer Kickoff collaboration
- Discussion of board member applications, communication preferences, and treasurer/budget updates
The board approved a $250 budget for the "Staying Connected with your Teens" workshop without a formal vote, then unanimously voted to increase funding to $2,500 for five dinners and art supplies. Minutes from the February 25 and March 11 meetings were also approved unanimously, while the February 11 minutes could not be voted on.
- Approved February 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $250 budget for teen workshop (no vote)
- Approved up to $2,500 for teen workshop dinners & art supplies (unanimous)
- Could not vote on February 11, 2025 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a text amendment to the land use code to allow gravel parking lots for conditional uses, with proposed conditions. The item is continued from the February 19, 2025 meeting. Other agenda items include approval of minutes, planning commission training, and discussion of upcoming business.
- Public hearing on proposed Land Use Ordinance Text Amendment to Section 11.120.060 to allow gravel parking lots for conditional uses (Application 2024-51, continued from Feb 19)
- Approval of minutes from February 19, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
- Planning Commission training on Integrated Land Use and Water General Plan Element
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to consider proposed text amendments that would permit gravel parking lots for commercial businesses through Conditional Use Permits. The amendments also include potential conditions to be added to Chapter 11.200 of the city code. No other items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on text amendment Application 2024-51 to allow gravel parking lots for commercial businesses with Conditional Use Permits
- Applicant: Strangling Brothers LLC, represented by Scott Knight
- Staff presenter: Caitlyn Tubbs
- Proposed changes to Chapter 11.200 (Conditional Use Permits)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a proposed text amendment to Section 11.120.060 to permit gravel parking lots for conditional uses, with specific conditions. The item is continued from the February 19 meeting. Commissioners will also receive training on integrating land use and water planning.
- Public hearing on Land Use Ordinance Text Amendment to Section 11.120.060 for gravel parking lots (Application 2024-51)
- Applicant: Strangling Brothers LLC, represented by Scott Knight
- Consideration of conditions for gravel parking lots in conditional uses
- Planning Commission training on Integrated Land Use and Water General Plan Element
- Planning session for upcoming items and follow-up
The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting. A public hearing was held on a proposed amendment to allow gravel parking lots for Outdoor Recreation and Entertainment conditional uses. No recommendation, vote, or decision on the amendment was recorded, and the hearing closed with no public comments.
- Approved minutes from Feb 19, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Public hearing on gravel parking amendment held; no decision made
Bluffdale Youth Council
The Bluffdale Youth Council is meeting to plan upcoming community events and review leadership training. The group will discuss volunteer needs for the Easter Egg Hunt and upcoming regional youth conferences.
- Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt on April 19
- TLT Multi Council Training on April 21
- USU Leadership conference on May 23-24
- Youth Prevention Summit from June 30 to July 2
- July 17-19 Rodeo event planning
The Bluffdale Youth Council approved the February 18, 2025 minutes and discussed upcoming events including the Easter Egg Hunt, Miss Bluffdale, and the July Rodeo. They decided to create a survey about the USU conference and set May 1 as the opening date for leadership applications. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.
- Approved minutes from Feb 18, 2025 meeting
- Decided to create a survey about the USU conference
- Set May 1 as opening date for leadership applications
- Kylie volunteered to wear Easter Bunny costume for Easter Egg Hunt
- Discussed potential CPR and CERT training with Bluffdale Fire
- Planned to submit a 2-minute video for Healthy Bluffdale awards ceremony
Community Garden Board
The board will set goals for pathways, salad bowl, habitat, and weed control for the year. They will approve a lighter green logo, finalize cleanup and planting dates, and discuss responses to a survey. A report to the city council is scheduled for March 26 at 6 pm.
- Set dates: Spring Cleanup May 3, Planting Day September 20, Cleanup October 25
- Logo approved in lighter green
- Utah Pollinator Habitat Program application due end of March — measurements needed
- 11 survey responses received and discussed
- Report to City Council on Wednesday, March 26 at 6 pm
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will hold a regular business meeting on March 15, 2025. Items include training on financials, committee reports on the 25th Anniversary Celebration and theater shows approved through October, and discussions on programming proposals and equipment rentals. The board will also consider updates on the South Valley Performing Arts Council and the Healthy Bluffdale Coalition.
- Report on 25th Anniversary Celebration from Community Engagement Committee
- All shows approved for May-October, discussion on future approvals from Theater Arts Committee
- Discussion and decision on how to handle programming proposals
- Rental discussion: renting stage pieces, lights/tech equipment, and collaboration with costume shop
- Update on South Valley Performing Arts Council
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board approved the January and February meeting minutes. They discussed financial procedures, committee reports, and programming proposals. A rental discussion was tabled until the next meeting.
- Approved January and February meeting minutes (all approved)
- Tabled rental discussion for stage pieces, lights, and tech equipment
- Approved all shows for May-October
- Discussed developing an Arts Youth Council
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will receive a presentation on the 14600 South Railroad Crossing Project and vote on several resolutions, including awarding Equestrian Park improvements, updating the city style guide, and appointing or reappointing board members. No public hearings are scheduled. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and staff reports.
- 14600 South Railroad Crossing Project presentation
- Resolution 2025-24 awarding Equestrian Park Improvements
- Resolution 2025-22 approving updated Style Guide
- Resolution 2025-26 appointing a board member to Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board
- Resolution 2025-20 reappointing board members to Historic Preservation Commission
The Bluffdale City Council unanimously approved Resolution 2025-22, adopting an updated Style Guide that expands branding to include logos for city-sponsored groups like the Recreation Department, Healthy Bluffdale Coalition, and Youth City Council. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included awarding Equestrian Park improvements, appointing a board member to the Healthy Bluffdale Coalition, and reappointing Historic Preservation Commission members. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a presentation on the 14600 South Railroad Crossing Project and public comments.
- Approved Resolution 2025-22 updating the Style Guide (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2025-24 for Equestrian Park Improvements (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-26 appointing a board member to Healthy Bluffdale Coalition (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-20 reappointing Historic Preservation Commission members (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will receive a presentation on the 14600 South Railroad Crossing Project. The body is also scheduled to vote on awards for equestrian park improvements and board appointments.
- Presentation on 14600 South Railroad Crossing Project
- Resolution 2025-24: Award for Equestrian Park Improvements
- Resolution 2025-26: Appointment to Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board
- Resolution 2025-20: Reappointment to Historic Preservation Commission
- Resolution 2025-22: Approval of updated Style Guide
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board will discuss and vote on several items including board member changes, amendments to city code and coalition bylaws, and updated meeting times. The meeting also includes progress reports on youth council partnership, marketing, and upcoming events, as well as a proposal for a board retreat.
- Vote on February 11 and February 25, 2025 meeting minutes
- Vote on board member changes and leadership roles
- Vote to approve changes to city code pertaining to the Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
- Vote to approve current bylaws with proposed amendments
- Re-proposal of a board retreat
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition board met but could not vote on any items because a board majority was not present. All votes, including approval of previous meeting minutes, board changes, city code amendments, and bylaw updates, were moved to the next board meeting. The board also discussed upcoming events, workgroup updates, and volunteer needs for marketing and newsletter roles.
- Vote on February 11, 2025 minutes deferred to next board meeting
- Vote on February 25, 2025 minutes deferred to next board meeting
- Vote on board changes deferred to next board meeting
- Vote on city code changes pertaining to HBC deferred to next board meeting
- Vote on HBC bylaw changes deferred to next board meeting
- Vote on meeting time update deferred to next board meeting
- Board retreat proposal deferred to next board meeting
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a work session to discuss the General Plan and Redevelopment Agency. No votes or public input are scheduled; the session is for council discussion only.
- Discussion of the General Plan and RDA (presented by Grant Crowell and Caitlyn Tubbs)
The Bluffdale City Council held a work session to discuss the General Plan, including future land use along Redwood Road, the Pork Chop area, and the future FrontRunner station. No formal votes were taken, but the Council gave staff direction to draft zoning ordinances for smaller lots, consider removing retail requirements for flex space at Bringhurst Station, and explore creating a housing authority. Staff also reported that rodeo grounds bids came in $580,000 over budget, and the Council agreed to consider transferring $500,000 from the General Fund to cover the shortfall.
- Directed staff to draft ordinances for one-half and one-third-acre residential zones
- Agreed to consider removing retail requirement for flex space at Bringhurst Station (requires public hearing)
- Discussed supporting $3.7M moderate-income housing incentive for Dakota Pacific, but unsure on additional $3.8M incentive
- Agreed to consider transferring $500,000 from General Fund to Capital Projects for rodeo grounds
- Discussed limiting shipping containers in the city; staff to develop options
- Noted upcoming zoning projects: tire store text amendment, Bringhurst Commercial A/B amendment, tattoo establishments, hobby caves
Bluffdale Historic Preservation Commission
The Bluffdale Historic Preservation Commission is meeting for a regular business and work session. The agenda includes only welcome, roll call, commission planning (reports and updates), and adjournment. No specific action items or public hearings are scheduled.
- Commission planning – reports, updates, and follow-up items
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Bluffdale City Planning Commission meeting for March 5, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a development agreement and zoning changes for the 99 at the Grove project. The body will also consider budget adjustments for the 2025 Fiscal Year and various interlocal agreements.
- Proposed development of 99 townhome units on 11.4 acres at 16473 South Redwood Road
- Resolution 2025-18 and RDA Resolution 2025-19 regarding 2025 Fiscal Year budget adjustments
- Resolution 2025-17 recommending award of CM/GC for Cinch Way Pedestrian Bridge Railroad Crossing
- Interlocal agreements with Metro Fire Agency and Salt Lake County Urban Wildlife Assistance Program
- Ordinance 2025-09 amending Protection for Encroachment Permits
The Bluffdale City Council approved a development agreement and related land-use changes for the 99 at the Grove project, a 99-townhome development on 11.4 acres within the Bringhurst Station area. The council also approved a Quality Assurance Plan, an encroachment permit ordinance amendment, and a budget adjustment for fiscal year 2025. The RDA board approved its own budget adjustment.
- Approved Development Agreement with Edge Homes for 99 at the Grove (4-1, 1 abstention)
- Approved General Plan Map Amendment for 5.06 acres to Mixed Use (4-1, 1 abstention)
- Approved Zoning Map Amendment for 5.06 acres to SD-X Bringhurst Station (4-1, 1 abstention)
- Approved Text Amendment to SD-X Bringhurst Station Zone for 99 townhomes (4-1, 1 abstention)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-08 Quality Assurance Plan (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-09 Encroachment Permit insurance clarification (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-18 FY2025 budget adjustment (unanimous)
- Approved RDA Resolution 2025-19 FY2025 budget adjustment (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a General Plan Map Amendment and Zoning Map Amendment for 5.06 acres at 16473 S Redwood Road, changing the designation from Very Low Density Residential to Mixed Use and from Agricultural A-5 to SD-X Bringhurst Station. The hearing also covers a Special Development Zone application to incorporate the parcel into the Bringhurst Station Project, allowing up to 99 townhome units on approximately 11.4 acres, along with amendments to Section 11.110.140 and a proposed Development Agreement. The applicant is Edge Homes, represented by Mike Winters.
- General Plan Map Amendment from Very Low Density Residential to Mixed Use
- Zoning Map Amendment from Agricultural A-5 to SD-X Bringhurst Station
- Special Development Zone Application to allow up to 99 townhome units
- Amendments to Section 11.110.140 of the city code
- Proposed Development Agreement for the project
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings and consider a development agreement, general plan map amendment, zoning map amendment, and text amendment to allow Edge Homes to build 99 townhome units on 11.4 acres at Bringhurst Station. The council will also vote on interlocal agreements for fire and urban wildlife services, award a construction manager/general contractor for the Cinch Way Pedestrian Bridge, and adopt budget adjustments. A work session will include RDA training.
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2025-04: Development Agreement for Edge Homes' 99 at the Grove project on 11.4 acres
- Public hearings on Ordinances 2025-05, 2025-06, 2025-07: General Plan Map Amendment, Zoning Map Amendment, and Text Amendment for Bringhurst Station project (16473 South Redwood Road)
- Resolution 2025-16: Interlocal Agreement with Metro Fire Agency
- Resolution 2025-21: Interlocal Agreement with Salt Lake County for Urban Wildlife Assistance Program
- Resolution 2025-17: Award of CM/GC for Cinch Way Pedestrian Bridge Railroad Crossing
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold public hearings on February 26, 2025, to receive comments on proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025 City Budget and the Redevelopment Agency Budget. Residents may attend in person or submit written comments.
- Amendment to Fiscal Year 2025 City Budget
- Amendment to Fiscal Year 2025 Redevelopment Agency Budget
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition will hold a coordination meeting to review progress, plan upcoming programs and events, and strengthen coalition governance. Items include marketing and newsletter reports, workgroup updates, city leadership discussion, and travel/conference deadlines. The meeting will also vote on minutes from January 28, 2025.
- Travel/conference opportunities discussed: CTC Training of Facilitators (March 25-27, Cedar City) and UPCA Bryce Summit, budgeted for 6 attendees
- Volunteer sign-up for food incentives at March, April, and May meetings
- Marketing report by Melissa Henderson
- Core Workgroup report by Brighton Wilson
- Next coalition meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition board met on February 25, 2025, and approved the January 14, 2025 meeting minutes. They discussed marketing, newsletter, and workgroup reports, and planned to send an email to the city manager outlining issues to discuss. Volunteers were confirmed for March and April food incentives, and the board reviewed conference opportunities.
- Approved January 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5 yes, 1 abstain)
- Confirmed volunteers for March and April food incentives
- Planned to send email to city manager with issues for discussion
- Budgeted for 6 people to attend UPCA Bryce Summit
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider proposed text amendments that would permit gravel parking lots for commercial businesses through a Conditional Use Permit. This is a single-item agenda; no other business is listed.
- Text amendment (Application 2024-51) to allow gravel parking lots for commercial businesses with a Conditional Use Permit, applicant Strangling Brothers LLC
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to Section 11.120.060 that would allow gravel parking lots for conditional uses. The item is a recommendation to the city council. The commission will also approve minutes from the February 5 meeting and hear public comment on non-agenda items.
- Public hearing on Land Use Ordinance Text Amendment to Section 11.120.060 to allow gravel parking lots for conditional uses (Application 2024-51, Strangling Brothers LLC)
- Approval of minutes from February 5, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
The Bluffdale Planning Commission voted unanimously to table a proposed text amendment that would allow gravel parking lots for conditional uses, pending further work on standards and specifications. The amendment was requested by Strangling Brothers LLC for a seasonal haunted circus at 734 West 14600 South. The commission also tabled approval of the February 5, 2025 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Tabled Land Use Ordinance Text Amendment to allow gravel parking lots for conditional uses (3-0)
- Tabled approval of February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation on a proposed text amendment to Section 11.120.060 to allow gravel parking lots for conditional uses. The applicant is Strangling Brothers LLC. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a public comment period.
- Public hearing on Land Use Ordinance Text Amendment to allow gravel parking lots for conditional uses (Application 2024-51)
- Applicant: Strangling Brothers LLC, represented by Scott Knight
- Staff presenter: Caitlyn Tubbs
- Approval of minutes from February 5, 2025 meeting
- General public comment period
Bluffdale Youth Council
The Bluffdale Youth Council will hold a coordination meeting covering leadership training, approval of previous meeting minutes, and recaps of recent events including a Day of Legislation and a tea party. Members will also discuss upcoming events such as a youth council dance, a leadership conference, and an Easter egg hunt. The agenda is primarily procedural with no major policy decisions or financial items.
- Leadership training from TLT (Kjersti Jarman)
- Recap of Day of Legislation (January 22, 2025)
- Recap of Miss Bluffdale Tea Party (February 8, 2025)
- Report on City Council Budget Increase Proposal (February 12, 2025)
- Discussion of upcoming Youth Council Dance (February 28, 2025)
The Bluffdale Youth Council held a coordination meeting with no formal votes. They discussed leadership role selection for the next fiscal year, heard a travel safety presentation, and recapped recent events. Upcoming activities were announced, including a dance and conferences.
- Leadership role selection process discussed for April-June 2025
- January 21, 2025 meeting minutes approval was on agenda (no outcome recorded)
- Healthy Bluffdale Coalition liaison position expiring; nominations in May, appointment in June
- Upcoming events announced: Youth Council Dance Feb 28, USU Logan Leadership Conference Mar 13-15, Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt Apr 19, Multi-Council Training Apr 21, USU Price Design Team Conference May 23-24, UPCA Bryce Youth Prevention Summit Jun 30-Jul 2
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comment on a proposal to declare surplus and dispose of approximately 2.33 acres of real property at 1490 West Rock Hollow Drive. The hearing is scheduled for February 12, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffdale City Hall.
- Public hearing on surplus declaration and disposal of 2.33 acres at 1490 West Rock Hollow Drive
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a work session to discuss the General Plan, followed by a regular business meeting. Key actions include voting on a condemnation lawsuit settlement with DKM Leasing, waiving procurement for a prefabricated pedestrian trail bridge, and holding public hearings on declaring surplus property for a land exchange with Salt Lake County and on increasing compensation for elected officials.
- Resolution 2025-10: Approving condemnation lawsuit settlement with DKM Leasing for property acquisition
- Resolution 2025-15: Waiving procurement provisions for purchase of prefabricated pedestrian trail bridge
- Public hearing on Resolution 2025-14: Declaring surplus a 2.23-acre parcel at 1690 West Rock Hollow Drive for land exchange with Salt Lake County
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-03: Consideration of compensation increase for municipal elected officers
- Discussion on commercial vehicle storage code and engineering update on quality assurance plan
The Bluffdale City Council approved Ordinance 2025-03, increasing compensation for municipal elected officers from $1,291 to $1,328 per month, with a 4-1 vote. The council also approved several resolutions, including a condemnation lawsuit settlement, a land exchange declaration, and amendments to the Policies and Procedures Manual. A work session discussion on zoning and housing options resulted in staff drafting language for new R-2 and R-3 zones.
- Approved Ordinance 2025-03 compensation increase for municipal officers (4-1)
- Approved Resolution 2025-10 condemnation lawsuit settlement with DKM Leasing
- Approved Resolution 2025-14 declaring 2.23-acre parcel surplus for land exchange with Salt Lake County
- Approved Resolution 2025-12 amendments to Policies and Procedures Manual
- Approved Resolution 2025-13 appointing Kerry Severn to Arts Advisory Board
- Approved consent agenda including waiver of procurement for pedestrian trail bridge
- Approved January 22, 2025 meeting minutes and agenda
- Directed staff to draft language on R-2 and R-3 zones
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a work session on the General Plan and a regular business meeting. Key consent items include a resolution approving a condemnation lawsuit settlement with DKM Leasing for property acquisition and a resolution waiving procurement for a prefabricated pedestrian trail bridge. Public hearings are scheduled to declare a 2.23-acre parcel surplus for a land exchange with Salt Lake County and to consider a compensation increase for municipal elected officers.
- Resolution 2025-10 approving condemnation lawsuit settlement with DKM Leasing for property acquisition
- Resolution 2025-15 waiving procurement provisions for a prefabricated pedestrian trail bridge
- Public hearing on Resolution 2025-14 to declare 2.23 acres at 1690 West Rock Hollow Drive surplus for land exchange with Salt Lake County
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-03 considering compensation increase for municipal elected officers
- Discussion of commercial vehicle storage code and amendments to the Policies and Procedures Manual
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on adopting a compensation or compensation schedule for elected municipal officers. No other items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on adopting compensation or a compensation schedule for elected municipal officers
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition will review progress on community programs and align on upcoming events. The board is scheduled to vote on changes to the city code and coalition bylaws.
- Vote on January 28, 2025 meeting minutes
- Vote to approve changes to City Code pertaining to the HBC
- Vote to approve current HBC bylaws with proposed changes
- Discussion on Screenagers event scheduled for February 20 at 6:30 PM at HVMS
- Planning for Summer Kick Off on June 17
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition held a coordination meeting on February 11, 2025, but postponed all votes due to lack of board member majority. The board discussed upcoming events, budget amendments, and leadership transitions, including Brighton Wilson stepping down as facilitator. No formal decisions were made.
- Postponed vote on January 28 meeting minutes (no majority)
- Postponed vote on City Code changes for HBC (no majority)
- Postponed vote on HBC bylaws with proposed changes (no majority)
- Discussed budget amendment for separate incentives line item
- Discussed facilitator position reposting and Brighton Wilson's departure
- Discussed potential non-profit status vs. staying under city umbrella
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will meet to consider ratification of new by-laws, receive training on a new ticketing system, and discuss the city's 35th anniversary celebration. Committee reports will cover visual arts, theater arts (including outdoor stage improvements), and community engagement. The board will also review previous meeting minutes and discuss the process for program proposals.
- Ratification of new by-laws
- Training on new ticketing system from Amanda Luker (15 minutes)
- Discussion of 35th Anniversary Celebration program, volunteer needs, and pin decision
- Theater Arts Committee report on outdoor stage improvements and scheduling for HVMS
- Discussion about process for program proposals
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board ratified new by-laws, approved unanimously. They also discussed storage relocation, background checks for theater staff, and a proposed youth council, but no other formal votes were taken.
- Ratified new by-laws (unanimous)
- Approved background check fee idea for theater production staff (discussed, not voted)
- Approved proposal for Bluffdale Arts Youth Council (discussed, not voted)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed development by Edge Homes. The body will consider a development agreement and map amendments to allow 99 townhomes on 11.4 acres.
- Proposed Development Agreement with Edge Homes for the 99 at the Grove project
- General Plan Map Amendment for 5.06 acres at 16473 South Redwood Road from Very Low Density Residential to Mixed Use
- Zoning Map Amendment for 5.06 acres at 16473 South Redwood Road from Agricultural (A-5) to SD-X Bringhurst Station
- Text Amendment to SD-X Bringhurst Station Project Zone to replace 13 detached single-family homes with 99 townhome units
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposal by Edge Homes for the 99 at the Grove project. The body will consider recommendations for a development agreement, map amendments, and a zoning text amendment to allow 99 townhomes instead of 13 single-family homes.
- Development Agreement for the 99 at the Grove project on 11.4 acres
- General Plan Map Amendment for 5.06 acres at 16473 South Redwood Road from Very Low Density Residential to Mixed Use
- Zoning Map Amendment for 5.06 acres at 16473 South Redwood Road from Agricultural (A-5) to SD-X Bringhurst Station
- Text Amendment to SD-X Bringhurst Station Project Zone to replace 13 detached single-family homes with 99 townhome units
The Planning Commission held public hearings and voted unanimously to forward positive recommendations to the City Council for the 99 at the Grove project, a proposed 99-townhome development on 11.4 acres within the Bringhurst Station Project. The recommendations cover a Development Agreement with Edge Homes, a General Plan Map Amendment, a Zoning Map Amendment, and a Text Amendment to the SD-X Bringhurst Station Zone. The project includes amenities, open space, and a $198,000 contribution for public park and open space amenities.
- Recommended approval of Development Agreement with Edge Homes for 99 at the Grove (4-0)
- Recommended General Plan Map Amendment for 5.06 acres at 16473 S Redwood Rd to Mixed Use (4-0)
- Recommended Zoning Map Amendment from A-5 to SD-X Bringhurst Station (4-0)
- Recommended Text Amendment to SD-X Zone to allow 99 townhomes (4-0)
- Approved minutes from January 5, 2025 meeting (3-0, 1 abstention)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider three related proposals for the Bringhurst Station project: a General Plan Map Amendment from Very Low Density Residential to Mixed Use, a Zoning Map Amendment from Agricultural A-5 to SD-X Bringhurst Station, and a Special Development Zone application to allow up to 99 townhome units on approximately 11.4 acres, plus a Development Agreement. The proposals also include amendments to Section 11.110.140 of the city code. The applicant is Edge Homes, represented by Mike Winters.
- General Plan Map Amendment: Very Low Density Residential to Mixed Use for 5.06 acres at 16473 S Redwood Road
- Zoning Map Amendment: Agricultural A-5 to SD-X Bringhurst Station for the same 5.06-acre parcel
- Special Development Zone application for 11.4 acres to allow up to 99 townhome units
- Proposed amendments to Section 11.110.140 of the city code
- Consideration of a Development Agreement for the project
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition will vote on spending for a CTC Training of Facilitators session and review proposed bylaw and city code changes. Members will also hear reports on upcoming community events including Beat the Winter Blues and a Screenagers screening.
- Vote on CTC Training Facilitator spending (amount not specified in agenda)
- Review of Bylaw and City Code changes
- Report on Beat the Winter Blues event scheduled for Feb 10th
- Report on Screenagers event Feb 20th
- Introduction of new board members Kjersti Jarman, Heidi Wallis, and Michelle Cameron
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition approved the January 14 meeting minutes with corrections and approved funding for travel for the new co-facilitator to attend CTC training in March. The board also discussed upcoming events, including Beat the Winter Blues and Screenagers, and reviewed bylaws and city code changes, which will be addressed at the February 11 meeting.
- Approved January 14, 2025 meeting minutes with corrections (5-0)
- Approved funding for co-facilitator travel to CTC training in March (5-0)
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will vote on three resolutions: settling a lawsuit related to impact fees with 4 Independence, appointing members to the Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board, and declaring surplus property at Bluffdale City Park for a cellular tower lease to Verizon. The meeting also includes recognition of exemplary students from Mountain Point Elementary and public comment.
- Recognition of exemplary students from Mountain Point Elementary
- Resolution 2025-08 - Approving settlement of lawsuit related to impact fees with 4 Independence
- Resolution 2025-09 - Appointing board members to Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board
- Resolution 2025-11 - Declaring 1,248 sq. ft. surplus property at Bluffdale City Park for Verizon cellular tower lease
The Bluffdale City Council approved a resolution declaring 1,248 square feet of Bluffdale City Park as surplus and approving a lease with Verizon for a cellular tower. The lease has a five-year initial term with four five-year renewal options. The council also approved a settlement of a lawsuit related to impact fees with 4 Independence, and appointed board members to the Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board.
- Approved Resolution 2025-11 declaring 1,248 sq ft surplus at Bluffdale City Park for Verizon cell tower lease (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-08 settling lawsuit related to impact fees with 4 Independence (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-09 appointing board members to Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board (unanimous)
- Approved January 8, 2025 meeting minutes and agenda (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will vote on a settlement of a lawsuit related to impact fees with 4 Independence, consider appointing members to the Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board, and hold a public hearing to declare surplus property at Bluffdale City Park for a cellular tower lease to Verizon. The meeting also includes recognition of students from Mountain Point Elementary and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Resolution 2025-08 – Approving settlement of lawsuit related to impact fees with 4 Independence
- Resolution 2025-11 – Declare 1,248 sq ft surplus property and related easements at Bluffdale City Park for a Verizon cellular tower lease
- Resolution 2025-09 – Appointing board members to the Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board
- Recognition of exemplary students from Mountain Point Elementary
- Approval of January 8, 2025 City Council meeting minutes
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing to consider declaring a 1,248 sq. ft. parcel at Bluffdale City Park as surplus for a Verizon Wireless cellular tower and related facilities. The council may vote on the declaration following the hearing.
- Proposed surplus of 1,248 sq. ft. at Bluffdale City Park for a Verizon Wireless cellular tower
Bluffdale Youth Council
The Bluffdale Youth Council will hold a coordination meeting to approve minutes, hear a presentation from former BMX racer Sophia Avelino Foresta, and receive reports on Healthy Bluffdale and the Bingo Night recap. They will also discuss upcoming events including the Day of Legislation, Miss/Little Miss Tea Party, a dance, and the USU Leadership Conference, and review the 2025 events calendar.
- Presentation from former BMX racer Sophia Avelino Foresta
- Healthy Bluffdale report from Keeley Henderson
- Bingo Night recap and reports from Kjersti, Melissa, and Kristal
- Planning for Day of Legislation on Jan 22, 2025, including transportation
- Discussion of USU Leadership Conference (March 13-15) with payment deadline Feb 28
The Bluffdale City Youth Council held a coordination meeting on January 21, 2025. They approved the December 17, 2024 minutes. The meeting included a presentation on professional dress, leadership training on communication, and reports on Healthy Bluffdale and Bingo Night. Upcoming events were discussed, including the Day of Legislation and a youth dance.
- Approved Dec 17, 2024 minutes
- Discussed dress code for Day of Legislation (no jeans)
- Set Youth Council Dance for Feb 28, 7-9 PM, glow-in-the-dark theme
- Set payment deadline for USU Leadership Conference as Feb 28
- Scheduled next meeting for Feb 18, 2025
Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates to its by-laws. The meeting also includes reports from the Visual Arts and Theater Arts committees.
- Revision of board by-laws
- Visual Arts Committee report
- Theater Arts Committee report
- Introduction of a new board member
The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board approved the December minutes and began a comprehensive revision of its bylaws, last updated 10 years ago. Key changes include adding a vice chairperson, setting 2-year officer terms, and updating membership requirements to include city-required background checks and volunteer forms. The board also discussed moving the art show to Bluffdale Days and exploring storage options for theater items.
- Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved bylaw Article 1 Section 1 as is
- Approved bylaw Article 1 Section 2 as is, with mission statement to be revised
- Approved bylaw Article 1 Section 3 with address change
- Approved bylaw Article 2 Section 1 as is
- Approved bylaw Article 2 Section 2 with new wording on volunteer forms
- Approved bylaw Article 2 Section 4 with termination requiring 2/3 board vote
- Approved bylaw Article 4 Section 2 with 2-year officer terms
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider and recommend a proposed update to the City's Quality Assurance Program. The meeting also includes annual Open Public Meetings Act training and approval of the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes. No other legislative or significant administrative items are scheduled.
- Public hearing and recommendation on proposed Quality Assurance Program update
- Annual Open Public Meetings Act training presented by Fred Donaldson
- Approval of December 4, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
- Public comment period for non-agenda items (limited to 3 minutes per person)
- Planning Commission business session for upcoming items and follow-up
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council for the proposed update to the City's Quality Assurance Program. The update adds detail on required materials, testing, and certifications for infrastructure dedicated to the city. The commission also approved the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes and received annual Open Public Meetings Act training.
- Approved minutes from December 4, 2024 meeting (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Quality Assurance Program update to City Council (4-0)
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation on proposed updates to the City's Quality Assurance Program. The meeting also includes annual Open Public Meetings Act training and a planning session for upcoming items.
- Public hearing on proposed update to the City's Quality Assurance Program
- Annual Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) training
- Approval of minutes from December 4, 2024 meeting
- Planning Commission business session for upcoming items
Planning Commission
The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on a proposed update to the City's Quality Assurance Program. No other items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on proposed update to the City of Bluffdale's Quality Assurance Program
Healthy Bluffdale Coalition
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition will review upcoming community events and program updates, and hear workgroup reports. The board will vote on several budget proposals for wellness programs including Stress Busters workshops, Screenagers, and the Beat the Winter Blues Festival, plus a CTC budget. Members will also consider approving Heidi Wallis as a new board member.
- Vote on Stress Busters workshop budget
- Vote on Screenagers program budget
- Vote on Beat the Winter Blues Festival budget
- Proposed CTC budget vote
- Vote to approve Heidi Wallis as board member
The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition approved several budgets, including up to $5,000 for the Beat the Winter Blues Festival, $500 for Stress Busters refreshments, and $500 for the Screenagers event. They also approved Heidi Wallis as a new board member and amended the December 2024 meeting minutes to include incentive recipients. All votes passed unanimously.
- Approved Heidi Wallis as board member (6-0)
- Approved December 10, 2024 meeting minutes with amendments (5-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved reimbursement of Winter Summit registration to Brighton Wilson (6-0)
- Approved up to $500 for Stress Busters refreshments (6-0)
- Approved $500 for Screenagers auditorium and marketing (6-0)
- Approved up to $5,000 for Beat the Winter Blues Festival budget (6-0)
- Approved amended budget from original RFA to BH proposed budget (6-0)
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to allow enclosed mobile businesses and home-based microschools, and to amend temporary signage rules. They will also vote on declaring surplus property at Bluffdale Heights Park for a telecommunications easement with Allwest, adopt emergency operations plans, and appoint a Mayor Pro Tempore, an AMC representative, and members to audit and budget committees.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-01: allow enclosed mobile businesses and home-based microschools
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-02: amend temporary signage regulations
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution 2025-02: declare surplus at Bluffdale Heights Park for Allwest telecommunications lease
- Adoption of emergency operations plans (Resolutions 2025-03 and 2025-04)
- Appointments: Mayor Pro Tempore, AMC representative, and Audit/Budget Review committees
The Bluffdale City Council unanimously approved resolutions adopting the city and county emergency operations plans, with amendments adding Herriman police and the Public Works building as a site, and adding the Mayor as a decision-maker. It also approved two zoning text amendments allowing enclosed mobile businesses and home-based microschools, and expanding temporary signage options. The council declared surplus property at Bluffdale Heights Park for a telecommunications lease with Allwest at $1,000/month, and reappointed officials to various committees. A closed meeting was held to discuss litigation.
- Approved Resolution 2025-03, Emergency Operations Plan, with additions of Herriman PD and Public Works building (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-04, Salt Lake County Emergency Management Plan, with Mayor added as decision-maker (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-01, allowing enclosed mobile businesses and home-based microschools (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2025-02, amending temporary signage rules to allow banners, feather signs, and inflatables (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2025-02, declaring surplus property at Bluffdale Heights Park for Allwest telecom lease (unanimous)
- Reappointed Councilmember Aston as Mayor Pro Tempore for 2025 (unanimous)
- Reappointed Councilmember Lord as Association of Municipal Councils representative (unanimous)
- Approved appointments to Audit and Budget Review Committees (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on two proposed ordinances: one to permit enclosed mobile businesses and home-based microschools, and another to update temporary signage rules. Action items include adopting emergency operations plans for the city and Salt Lake County, appointing a Mayor Pro Tempore and committee members, and declaring surplus property at Bluffdale Heights Park for a telecommunications lease. A training session on open meetings law is also scheduled.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-01 to allow enclosed mobile businesses and home-based microschools
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-02 to amend temporary signage regulations
- Resolution 2025-02 to declare surplus property at Bluffdale Heights Park for Allwest telecom equipment and lease
- Resolution 2025-03 and 2025-04 adopting Bluffdale and Salt Lake County emergency operations plans
- Resolutions 2025-01, 2025-05, 2025-06, 2025-07 for appointments to Mayor Pro Tempore, Municipal Councils representative, Audit Committee, and Budget Review Committee
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on proposed text amendments to Chapter 3.10 Business License Provisions (allowing enclosed mobile businesses) and Chapter 3.80 Home Occupations (allowing home-based microschools and micro-education facilities). The amendments are prompted by state law and are filed as Application 2024-43. Caitlyn Tubbs, Planning Manager, is the staff presenter.
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 3.10 to allow enclosed mobile businesses in Bluffdale
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 3.80 to permit home-based microschools and micro-education facilities as home occupations
- Public hearing on Application 2024-43
- Comments accepted via email, mail, or in-person at the meeting
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on proposed text amendments to Section 11.220 of the Land Use Regulations regarding temporary signage (Application 2024-35). The meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.
- Public hearing for Text Amendment to Section 11.220 (Temporary Signage) - Application 2024-35
City Council
The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a request to declare a small parcel of city property as surplus. The request involves land at Bluffdale Heights Park for use by All West.
- Public hearing on declaring approximately 112 sq. ft. of property at Bluffdale Heights Park as surplus for an All West telecommunications cabinet
City Council
The City of Bluffdale is convening a coordination meeting with various city boards, commissions, and committees. The body will discuss city goals, communication strategies, and the 2025 events calendar.
- Review of Electronic Meetings Ordinance
- Discussion of branding guidelines and new logos
- Coordination of 2025 events and calendar
- Volunteer recruitment and background check processes
- Sponsorships