Cedar City public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Council voted to table a proposed ordinance amending the Downtown Commercial (DC) zone to allow for further discussion on property rights and incentives. Other actions included approving a vicinity plan for Fiddlers Canyon PUD and authorizing negotiations for a public infrastructure district.

• Tabled ordinance amending Chapter 26 Article III regarding Downtown Commercial zone (3-2)
• Approved vicinity plan for Fiddlers Canyon PUD at 190 North Fiddlers Canyon Road (5-0)
• Approved negotiations with Chelsey Subdivision developers for a public infrastructure district (4-0-1)
• Approved local consent alcohol permit for IG Winery New Year's Celebration (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance combining lot 1 and lot 2 in Ashdown Forest PUD Phase 7 (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending lot 3 in Diamonti Industrial subdivision (5-0)
• Approved zoning change to Central Commercial at 1221 South Main Street (5-0)
• Approved releasing 20-acre feet of water from Right of First Refusal (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission discussed potential projects for the 2023 grant cycle, including updating board ordinances and nominating a new district. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Airport Board

The Cedar City Airport Board will review enplanement data for SkyWest, hear project updates including pavement maintenance and wildlife habitat removal, and discuss action items such as a sublease with Airlife Utah and a T-hangar lease agreement. The meeting also covers federal grant projects and a master plan update.

• SkyWest enplanements: October 2022 = 952, November 2022 = 1,050, Charter Flights 2022 = 868
• AIP-42: Taxiway Charlie (South & South Apron) project
• AIP-46: ARFF & Taxiway Charlie (North) maintenance
• Bipartisan Infrastructure Law projects: Fence Relocation and Terminal Expansion
• Action items: Airlife Utah Sublease and 4 Flight T-Hangar Lease Agreement

The board approved a lease for Boyd Hall's T-Hangar development subject to a completed Categorical Exclusion (CATEX). Members also recommended a specific terminal expansion design to the city council and tabled a medical flight sublease.

• Approved minutes from October 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 4 Flight T-Hangar lease at 30¢ per square foot subject to CATEX approval (unanimous)
• Recommended terminal expansion design #2 to city council
• Tabled Airlife Utah sublease to allow for correct document drafting
• Supported recommendation to delay ARFF truck purchase until 2025

Redevelopment Agency

The Redevelopment Agency approved the project area plan and the corresponding budget for the Cedar City Downtown Community Reinvestment Project Area.

• Approved Community Reinvestment Project Area Plan for Cedar City Downtown (4-0)
• Approved Community Reinvestment Project Area Budget for Cedar City Downtown (4-0)

City Council

The Council approved the final plat for Saddleback Ridge Phase 7 and accepted several annexation petitions and road dedications. A public hearing was held regarding the 2023 Community Development Block Grant funding cycle. The Council also discussed a proposed Public Infrastructure District (PID) for the Chelsey project and airport terminal expansion options.

• Approved final plat of Saddleback Ridge Phase 7 subdivision
• Accepted petition to annex 3.58 acres near 500 East Old Highway 91
• Accepted petition to annex 8.20 acres near 2620 Commerce Center Drive
• Accepted road dedication near 250 South Cross Street
• Approved $240,792 drainage improvement contract with Precision
• Approved Martin's Flat Target A test well project (low bidder Jay Grimshaw)
• Approved 2023 City Council calendar
• Approved $23,000 deductive change order for 500 West waterline

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting to adopt the Project Area Plan for the Cedar City Downtown Community Reinvestment Project Area. The ordinance was approved via roll call vote.

• Approved Ordinance adopting the Project Area Plan for the Cedar City Downtown Community Reinvestment Project Area (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended a zone change from R-1 to R-3-M for a 45-acre parcel (pod 8) within the Bauer Meadows RDO. The commission also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Recommended zone change from R-1 to R-3-M for Bauer Meadows RDO pod 8 (unanimous)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Planning Commission meeting schedule (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments approved a request for a 400-square-foot residential addition to a property zoned as Central Commercial. The board determined the addition would not increase or worsen the property's non-conforming use.

• Approved amended minutes for November 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved findings of fact for November 7, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 400-square-foot addition at 152 North 200 West (unanimous)

Redevelopment Agency

The agency held a public hearing to discuss the creation of a Downtown Community Reinvestment Area covering approximately 92 acres. No formal votes were taken on the project area plan or budget, as these items are reserved for a separate action meeting.

• Adjourned work meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Council approved several zoning amendments, including the Cedar Breaks Townhomes PUD Phase I and various SUU Housing District changes. They also updated the water acquisition ordinance to allow opt-outs via fees or water rights. A request to permanently allow short-term rentals at 1221 S. Main St. was tabled for further study.

• Approved final plat for Cedar Breaks Townhomes PUD Phase I (unanimous)
• Approved zone change from R-1 to Highway Service at 3100 North 100 East (unanimous)
• Approved zone change from AT to RE at 2000 West 3100 North (unanimous)
• Approved zone changes from R-3-M to SUU Housing District (SHD) for properties at 104, 130, and 136 North 400 West (4-1)
• Approved ordinance amending water acquisition rules, including opt-out options and turf limits (unanimous)
• Approved refund of water acquisition fee for property at 1310 North 3575 West (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Storm Drain, Transportation, Water, Active Transportation, and Trails Master Plans (unanimous)
• Tabled request for permanent short-term rental allowances at 1221 S. Main St. for further study

City Council

The City Council held a special work meeting to consider the adoption of the Project Area Plan for the Cedar City Downtown Community Reinvestment Project Area. No formal vote on the ordinance was recorded during this session.

• Discussed adoption of the Cedar City Downtown Community Reinvestment Project Area Plan by ordinance

City Council

The City Council conducted a work meeting to discuss several pending ordinances, including water acquisition fees and master plan updates. No final votes were recorded in these minutes as the session served as a preparatory work meeting before a scheduled action meeting.

• Approved agenda order for work and action meetings (unanimous)
• Discussed appointing Kearney Wood to Historic Preservation Commission and Jennifer Davis to Planning Commission
• Reviewed final plat for Cedar Breaks Townhomes PUD Phase 1
• Discussed development agreement for short-term rentals at 1221 S. Main St.
• Held public hearings on zoning changes for 3100 N. 100 E. and three properties on N. 400 W.
• Discussed $1M water impact fee upsizing for Saddleback Ridge Subdivision
• Reviewed $123,000 Care and Share Mitigation Grant MOU
• Discussed water service agreement with Central Iron County Water Conservancy District

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting to review a memorandum of understanding. The council unanimously approved the Care and Share Mitigation Grant MOU before entering a closed session.

• Approved Care and Share Mitigation Grant MOU (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission issued a unanimous negative recommendation for several zoning changes and an RDO amendment at 3200 W. So. Mountain Dr. following resident concerns over traffic safety and commercial sprawl. Other actions included approving a property disposal and several plat amendments.

• Negative recommendation for RDO amendment and zone changes at 3200 W. So. Mountain Dr (unanimous)
• Negative recommendation for General Land Use Amendment at 1400 N. Main St (3-2)
• Positive recommendation for zone change from GC to CC at 1400 N. Main St (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation for property disposal at 300 E. 300 N. (4-1)
• Approved plat amendment for Diamonti Industrial Subdivision Phase 1, Lot 3 (unanimous)
• Approved plat amendment for Ashdown Forest PUD Phase 7 Lots 1 & 2 (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation for road dedication on Old Sorrel Pkwy (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment for Downtown Commercial Zone (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved a $280,978 bid for the north tank recoating project and a $197,231.32 bid for airport road traffic signals. An ordinance amending parking requirements for developments with 100 or more units was passed. The council tabled decisions regarding water rights acquisition fees and a water lease agreement with the Clarks to allow for further negotiations.

• Approved $197,231.32 bid from Cache Valley Electric for Airport Road/Kitty Hawk Drive traffic signal (Unanimous)
• Approved $280,978.00 bid from The Gateway Co. of Utah LLC for north tank recoating (Unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending parking requirements for developments with 100+ units (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending street requirements in RE Residential Estates Zone (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending RAP Tax applicant questions (5-0)
• Approved $200 partial rental fee refund to Cedar City Chamber of Commerce (Unanimous)
• Approved Economic Development Rural Communities Opportunity Grant application recommendations (Unanimous)
• Tabled water rights acquisition fee waiver for Equestrian Pointe and water lease negotiations with the Clarks

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 11, 2022, meeting. Members discussed potential directions for future CLG grant proposals, including the nomination of a 'Railroad District' and the inclusion of specific properties on N 300 W. The board also coordinated schedules for an upcoming birthday celebration and a railroad photography exhibit.

• Approved amended minutes for October 11, 2022, meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Board denied a request to waive curb, gutter, and sidewalk requirements for a property at 1651 North Bulldog Road. A separate request for a lot split and frontage variance at 221 West 1725 North was tabled pending a professional survey.

• Denied variance to not install curb, gutter, and sidewalk at 1651 North Bulldog Road (4-2)
• Tabled variance on frontage and lot split for 221 West 1725 North pending survey (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2022, findings of fact (unanimous)

Cedar City Disability Action Awareness Team

The committee was unable to approve previous minutes due to a lack of quorum. Members discussed the status of city curb cuts and the process for applying for grants to install CAT's bus structures. No formal votes were recorded.

• Unable to approve minutes (lack of quorum)
• Proposed applying for Main Street Program grant funding in January for bus structures
• Added community representation to December agenda
• Added committees comparable to the team to December agenda

Historic Downtown Economic Committee

The committee approved previous meeting minutes and discussed the creation of a Façade and Tenant Improvement Grant. Members reviewed updates on downtown zoning goals and the placement of AARP grant benches.

• Approved September and October minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Council discussed but did not terminate a long-term lease for effluent water use after residents and the Clark family expressed concerns over a lack of a transition plan. The Mayor proposed the termination as a first step toward better aquifer management and potential grant applications.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Tabled termination of effluent water lease with Clark brothers
• Approved application for Rural Communities Opportunity Grant up to $600,000
• Approved Cache Valley Electric as low bidder for Airport Road/Kitty Hawk Drive traffic signal installation

City Council

The City Council approved amendments to the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget and updated zoning for several properties to allow for SUU student housing. The council also approved a community cat program and waived fees for the Utah Summer Games.

• Approved 2022-2023 fiscal year budget amendments (5-0)
• Waived fees for Utah Summer Games/Fitness Games use of Diamond Z Arena (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance allowing flexible interior curbing in RV parks (3-2)
• Rezoned 1860 North 3100 West from annex transition to dwelling two unit (5-0)
• Amended Lot 80 in Gemini Meadows Subdivision final plat (5-0)
• Rezoned 158 North 700 West to SUU Student Housing District (5-0)
• Rezoned 141 North 700 West to SUU Student Housing District (3-2)
• Approved community cat program ordinance (5-0)

Airport Board

The Cedar City Airport Board will review September 2022 enplanement data for SkyWest (960 passengers), hear reports from various agencies and contractors, and discuss several maintenance and capital projects. Action may be taken on a Sphere One hangar lease.

• SkyWest enplanements for September 2022: 960
• MB-3 punchlist items and warranty
• Airport pavement survey – Silent Falcon
• Fence work at Airport Fire Station and fence damage at 1600 North
• Sphere One hangar lease (action item per Cedar City Resolution 11-0517)

Cedar Area Transportation (CATS) Advisory Board

The advisory board will meet to review staff reports and address new and old business. No specific project or financial items are listed on the agenda.

• Staff report
• New business
• Old business

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several public hearings regarding the Sunrise Subdivision and properties near 800 N. Lund Hwy. The items include a development agreement with Plum Creek LLC and various amendments to land use and zoning designations.

• Development Agreement with Plum Creek LLC at approx. 800 N. Lund Hwy
• Zone Change from GC to R-3-M for Sunrise Subdivision Lots 2 & 3
• General Land Use Amendment from Low Density Residential to Central Commercial (CC)
• General Land Use Amendment from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential
• General Land Use Amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider multiple public hearings regarding zone changes, land use amendments, and subdivisions. The agenda also includes recommendations for the disposal of city property and a road vacation.

• Zone change from AT to R-1 at 1945 S. Scenic Dr.
• RV Park discussion near 600 E. 3000 N.
• Development agreement with Plum Creek LLC near 800 N. Lund Hwy.
• Ordinance text amendment regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in the Residential Estate (RE) Zone
• Disposal of City Property at property behind Wal-Mart and South Side of Cross Hollow Arena

Airport Board

The Board will review previous minutes and receive informational updates regarding SkyWest enplanements and various agencies. The Airport Manager will provide a project report covering airfield maintenance, equipment, and repairs.

• SkyWest enplanement figures for April (1,054) and May (1,252)
• Tanker Base Gate Operator completion
• Water Main Break – Keyhole completion
• Runway 8/26 Lighting report
• Snow Removal Equipment Maintenance and HVAC Repairs

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use amendments, subdivision approvals, and public hearings. Items include property disposal recommendations and various Planned Unit Development (PUD) discussions.

• Property Disposal/Trade recommendation for 3900 West 1600 North
• Minor Lot Subdivision approval for Iron West Subdivision at approx. 375 N. 4375 W.
• Public Hearing: PUD Phase 4 for Fort Cedar Commerce Center at 1195 W. Industrial Road
• Public Hearing: Land Use Amendment from MU to High Density Residential near Cedar City Golf Course
• Public Hearing: Zone Change from CC to R-3-M for Valley View Subdivision Block 9 Lots 1,2,3 and 7,2,3

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use amendments, zone changes, and subdivision requests. The body will provide recommendations on projects including the Iron County Correctional Facility and various residential developments. The meeting also includes proposed text amendments to zoning and subdivision ordinances.

• Land use amendment for Iron County Correctional Facility at approx. 2800 N. & Canyon Ranch Dr
• Zone change from MU to R-3-M at 464 North 400 West
• PUD recommendation for The Cove at Cedar City Phases 1 & 2 at 901 S. Joe Thurston Way
• Subdivision recommendation for Harvest Cove Subdivision east of Saddleback Ridge Phase 5
• Text amendments to ordinances regarding fences on double fronted lots and riprap channels in the RE Zone

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several zone changes and a Planned Unit Development. The meeting also includes a discussion on amending text regarding recreational vehicle sales in commercial zones.

• PUD: North Knoll near Hwy. 56 & Westview Drive
• Zone Change: GC to CC
• Zone Change: RA to R-3-1
• Zone Change: RA to RE at 10 North Main Street
• Ordinance: Text amendment regarding Recreational Vehicles Sales in Commercial Zones

Airport Board

The Cedar City Regional Airport Board will review operational reports and action items. The board is deciding on a land lease for a 60 x 60 hangar and terminal advertising artwork for SUU.

• Scott Hoffman Land Lease for 60 x 60 Hangar
• SUU Terminal Advertising Artwork for Banner
• Selection of Engineering Consultant for 5 Year Contract
• SkyWest enplanements: 701 for February 2022 and 924 for March 2022
• AIP-044 Airport Master Plan Update

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding updates to the Water & Storm Drain Master Plan and several land development requests. These items include an amended PUD plat for Ashdown Forest and various projects in the vicinity of South Mountain Drive, Matchstick Way, and Mill Hollow Way.

• Proposed Water & Storm Drain Master Plan Updates
• Amended PUD Plat for Ashdown Forest PUD Phase 5 (Lots 14 & 19)
• PUD in the vicinity of South Mountain Drive
• Subdivision in the vicinity of 1095 E. Matchstick Way
• The Trails at Shurtz Canyon Phases 1-4 at 2901 S. Tipple Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review an amended plat and two subdivision requests. These items include the Cove Canyon Subdivision, Sugar Plum Subdivision, and Mountainview Industrial Park.

• Amended Plat for Cove Canyon Subdivision (Block 3, Lots 9 & 10)
• Subdivision request for Sugar Plum Subdivision at 3900 W. & 850 N.
• Subdivision request for Mountainview Industrial Park Phase I & 2

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several subdivision recommendations and development agreements. The meeting includes multiple public hearings regarding zone changes and general land use amendments for various residential projects.

• Amended Development Agreement with Luxury Homes
• Chelsea Subdivision at 3100 W. (Lund Hwy) 2400 N
• Fiddlers Cove Subdivision, Ph. 1 & 2 at 2901 S. Tipple Road
• Zone Change: CC to R-2-l for Chelsea/GO Civil
• General Land Use Amend: 900 S. Joe Thurston Way from MU to High Density Residential

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider several public hearing items including an annexation of 1.75 acres and a zone change for Cedar Breaks Townhomes. Staff items include discussions on ADU ordinance definitions and an amendment to the SUU Housing District zone ordinance.

• Annexation of approx. 1.75 acres at SW corner Smith/Platt & Platt, 3000 North & 175 W.
• Zone change from R-1 to R-3-M at 2530 North & 400 West (Cedar Breaks Townhomes)
• PUD recommendation for Cedar Breaks Townhomes at 2530 North & 400 West
• Amended Plat for Ashdown Forest PUD Phase 6 at 1960 N. Mahogany Circle
• Subdivision recommendations for Coal Creek Industrial, South Mountain Drive, and Iron West Leigh Farm

Airport Board

The Cedar City Regional Airport Board will meet to discuss operational reports and airport projects. The board is scheduled to take action on a lease agreement for Saunders.

• Action item: Saunders Lease Agreement
• January 2022 SkyWest enplanements: 847
• Fence Relocation Project report
• Pavement Maintenance Project (AIP-043) report
• Airport Master Plan Update Scope of Work (AIP-044) report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider comprehensive updates to the Transportation, Active Transportation/Trails, and General Plans. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a zone change for the Diamonti Subdivision near UT Hwy 56 and S. 4700 W.

• Zone Change from MPD to R-2-1 for Diamonti Subdivision
• Comprehensive Update to the Transportation Master Plan
• Comprehensive Update to the Active Transportation/Trails Master Plan
• Comprehensive Update to the General Plan

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission is meeting to provide recommendations on several zoning changes and ordinance amendments. The body will hold public hearings regarding a planned unit development and specific property rezonings.

• Public hearing for 7 Hills at Fiddlers Canyon PUD Phases 1-10 near 1900 N. Fiddlers Canyon Rd.
• Public hearing for zone change from R-3-M to SHD at approx. 356 South 450 West
• Public hearing for Ordinance Text Amendment regarding off-premises signage
• Public hearing for Ordinance Text Amendment Section 26-III-17(J) regarding parking in Mixed-Use Zone
• General Plan Review Update

Airport Board

The Cedar City Regional Airport Board is meeting to review informational items and the Airport Manager's report. Discussions include various facility repairs and the scope of work for the Airport Master Plan Update with the FAA.

• SkyWest enplanements: 1,363 for November and 1,169 for December
• Project reports on sidewalk lighting, terminal landscaping, and fence relocation
• FAA Building roof repair and snowplow repair
• Review of Airport Master Plan Update scope of work with FAA
• Delivery date for M B Broom (AIP-038 Grant)

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission will consider a development agreement for 2100 N. Clark Parkway and review a general plan update. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a Planned Unit Development and a zoning change.

• Public hearing for Greens Lake PUD at 1700 West & 400 North
• Public hearing for zone change from R-3-M to SHD near 400 W. & Harding Ave.
• Development Agreement for property at 2100 N. Clark Parkway
• Road Dedication recommendation
• Approval of 2022 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule