Cedar City public meetings in 2025

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee will meet on Dec 18, 2025 to examine two commercial building proposals and consider an amendment to the city's commercial zoning ordinance. The first proposal is for a retail building at 1467 South Cedar Boulevard (South Moore/Nielson). The second is for a commercial iron outpost at 574 North Iron Springs Road (Twin Oaks/Platt & Platt). The committee will also review Ordinance Section 26-III-12 concerning the Amber Ray amendment to the repealed General Commercial Zone.

• Building – Commercial Retail at South Moore / Nielson, 1467 South Cedar Boulevard
• Building – Commercial Iron Outpost Twin Oaks / Platt & Platt, 574 North Iron Springs Road
• Ordinance Text Section 26-III-12 amendment concerning Amber Ray and the repealed General Commercial Zone

The Sketch & Project Review Committee reviewed a commercial retail proposal at 1467 South Cedar Boulevard and a commercial Iron Outpost project at 574 North Iron Springs Road. Staff asked for additional traffic, parking, utility, and code analysis data and noted pending permits for signage, drainage, and fire hydrants. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Airport Board

The Cedar City Regional Airport Board will meet to discuss airport updates and project reports. The board has scheduled action items regarding airport overlay zoning and contracts for terminal concessions and massage chairs.

• Airport Overlay Zoning action item
• Terminal Gate Area Concessions Contract action item
• Terminal Massage Chair Contract action item
• SkyWest enplanements: October 2025 (1,271) and November 2025 (1,035)
• Project reports for Domed Hangar, T-Hangar, and Airport Master Plan

The Cedar City Regional Airport Board approved the Terminal Gate Area Concessions Contract with Bristlecone and will forward it to the city council. The board also approved the November meeting minutes unanimously. Discussion of the airport overlay zoning plan was tabled for next month, and the board declined to pursue a solar‑energy project on airport land.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Terminal Gate Area Concessions Contract (unanimous)
• Tabled airport overlay zoning discussion for next month
• Declined to pursue solar‑energy provider proposal

City Council

The Cedar City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving several contracts and appointments, and will consider multiple ordinance and zoning changes. Key contract approvals are for a $900,214.85 bid to improve 100 East Roadway, a $406,261 purchase of a Type 5 brush truck, and a $252,912 bid for the Fort Cedar Railroad Trail restroom and frontage improvements. Ordinance proposals address sidewalk installation standards, utility easement widths, and several zone changes for specific parcels. The meeting also includes reappointing the Cedar City Arts Council and adopting the Water Use and Preservation Element of the General Plan.

• Approve $900,214.85 bid from Inntelex, LLC for the 100 East Roadway Improvement project
• Approve $406,261 purchase of a Type 5 Brush Truck from Siddons‑Martin
• Approve $252,912 bid from Carter Enterprises for the Fort Cedar Railroad Trail Restroom and Frontage Improvements
• Consider ordinance modifying Cedar City Ordinances 32‑2 and 32‑9 on sidewalk installation in subdivisions and PUDs
• Consider zone change from General Commercial to Residential Dwelling‑Multiple Units (R‑3‑M) for 496, 498, 502, and 510 North 400 West

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee is meeting to discuss a public utility easement vacation and a zone change. The body will also review plans for a warehouse, a hotel, and a manufacturing addition.

• Vacation of PUE at approx. 427 North Airport Rd. (MBGY Properties)
• Zone change from GC to R-3-M at approx. 491 North 400 West (GO Civil Engineering)
• Warehouse project: Kitty Hawk (Perry / Peterson)
• Hotel Home 2 Suites building at 1591 S Cedar Boulevard (Prime Hospitality)
• Commercial Manufacturing Addition building (Aerotech / Lee Design Group)

The committee reviewed three items: a vacation of a public right‑of‑way at 427 North Airport Rd, a zone change request for 491 North 400 West, and a warehouse development at Kitty Hawk. Staff and presenters discussed technical and regulatory concerns, but no approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting concluded without any formal actions.

Historic Downtown Economic Committee

The committee will review requirements for building materials on Main Street and a recommendation for a Shakespeare Committee seat. The meeting also includes reports on sidewalk power washing pricing and holiday decorations.

• Required building materials for Main Street
• Recommendation of Woody Lotts for Shakespeare Committee seat
• Sign ordinance update
• Power wash sidewalks pricing
• Video and storytelling initiative

City Council

The Cedar City Council will vote on several items, including an addendum for Specialized Aviation Services Operation (SASO) with Wright Wrench Aviation. It will also consider appointments to the Downtown Parking Authority, a partial waiver of a solid waste bill, the 2025 Master Plan for the regional airport, and a change to pool‑fencing ordinance requirements.

• Approve a Specialized Aviation Services Operation (SASO) addendum for Wright Wrench Aviation
• Approve the appointment of Niel Bemdt and Mark Baruffi to the Downtown Parking Authority
• Consider waiving a portion of the solid waste bill for Tink Holyoak
• Consider a resolution approving the 2025 Master Plan for the Cedar City Regional Airport
• Consider modifying Ordinance 26‑IV'9 to remove fencing requirements for private pools with compliant locking covers

The Cedar City City Council unanimously approved the agenda and consent items, including prior minutes, bill ratifications, a specialized aviation services addendum, and appointments to the Downtown Parking Authority. It also waived a portion of the solid‑waste bill for Tink Holy Oak and adopted the 2025 Master Plan for the Cedar City Regional Airport. Additional approvals covered a Sheep Herder monument, arena fee schedule changes, a branding addition to the Cross Hollow Events Center, and a donor‑wall letter.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: prior minutes, bill ratifications, SASO addendum, and Downtown Parking Authority appointments (unanimous)
• Waived portion of the solid‑waste bill for Tink Holy Oak (unanimous)
• Approved resolution adopting the 2025 Master Plan for Cedar City Regional Airport (AYE: ?, NAY: 0, Abstained: 0)
• Approved concept of placing a Sheep Herder monument at Cross Hollow Events Center (AYE: ?, NAY: 0)
• Approved amendment to the consolidated arena fee schedule (vote not specified)
• Approved inclusion of Quichapa Canyon Ranch brand on the warm‑up barn at Cross Hollow Events Center (AYE: ?, NAY: ?, Abstained: 0)
• Approved donation letter for donor wall at Cross Hollow Events Center (unanimous)

City Council

The Cedar City Council will consider accepting a petition to annex 5 acres of land near 3000 North and 100 East. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning changes, budget revisions, and an ordinance modifying sidewalk installation requirements.

• Consider accepting annexation petition for 5 acres near 3000 North and 100 East
• Public hearing on modifications to sidewalk installation ordinances 32-2 and 32-9
• Public hearing to consider revisions to the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget
• Public hearings on multiple zone changes and general plan amendments
• Consider bids for the Fort Cedar Railroad Trail Restroom and Frontage Improvements project

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission will consider a recommendation for an annexation petition. The commission will also discuss two ordinance text amendments regarding use tables and building materials.

• Public hearing for Annexation Petition at 3000 North 400 West
• Discussion of Ordinance Text Amendment Ordinance 26-III-21 regarding Use Tables
• Discussion of Ordinance Text Amendment Section 26-4-16 regarding Building Material

The commission voted to adopt the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Steven Hitz, seconded by Jennifer Davis, and passed with all members in favor. No other motions or votes were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved minutes from September 16, 2025 (unanimous vote)

Cedar City Active Transportation Committee (ATC)

The Cedar City Active Transportation Committee will convene to discuss several items, including a review of the Trail Town proposal, the Slow Roll initiative, and Ben’s Big Active Transportation Study. The meeting will also include routine business such as calling the session to order, approving prior minutes, and receiving subcommittee reports. No specific decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Call to Order
• Review and approve meeting minutes
• Trail Town
• Slow Roll
• Ben’s Big Active Transportation Study

The committee voted unanimously to move forward with the application to become an official IMBA Trail Town, and assigned Scott to locate the $500 needed for the process. The minutes from the November ATC meeting were tabled because a quorum was not present. No other substantive actions were decided; other items were postponed or discussed.

• Approved moving IMBA Trail Town application forward (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of November meeting minutes (no quorum)
• Tabled Ben’s Active Transportation Study item (no decision)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission will approve the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. It will hold public hearings on several items, including a sidewalk‑requirements ordinance amendment for subdivisions, a zone change at approx. 4500 West 800 North from AT to I&M‑1, and a zone change for 502 N 400 W and 510 N 400 W from GC to R‑3‑M. Additional hearings will consider a General Plan amendment at approx. 2700 S Cedar Blvd converting Natural Open to Central Commercial, a zone change at the same location from AT to CC, and updates to water‑use preservation, required PUE width, and functional classification of streets. Two ordinance amendments are listed for discussion only and will not be voted on.

• Zone change at approx. 4500 West 800 North from AT to I&M-1 (public hearing)
• Zone change for 502 N 400 W and 510 N 400 W from GC to R-3-M (public hearing)
• General Plan amendment at approx. 2700 S Cedar Blvd from Natural Open to Central Commercial (public hearing)
• Ordinance text amendment Section 32-9(C)(9) – sidewalk requirements for subdivisions (public hearing)
• Ordinance text amendment Section 32-9(H)(2) – required width of PUE in commercial & industrial zones (public hearing)

The commission approved the November 18, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. No other motions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the meeting was a public hearing discussion on a proposed sidewalk‑installation ordinance amendment.

• Approved November 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee is meeting to review a proposed infrastructure master plan amendment and several building and signage projects. The committee will evaluate plans for commercial developments and rebranding efforts.

• Infrastructure Master Plan Amendment at 2500 North Main Street (Aqueous LLC / Velocity Builders)
• Sign rebranding for Hampton Inn at 1145 South Bently Blvd (Penterra LLC / Troy Mattson)
• Sign for Pork Belly’s at 565 S Main Street (Reverence Engineering)
• Commercial building for Smith’s Marketplace at approx. 1157 South Main Street (Kroger / AWA Engineering)

The Sketch & Project Review Committee discussed four items: a master‑plan amendment for 2500 North Main Street, a sign rebranding for Hampton Inn, a new sign for Pork Belly’s, and preliminary planning for Smith’s Marketplace. Staff provided feedback on sign height, setbacks, utility easements, and traffic impacts. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded for any of the projects.

City Council

The Cedar City Council will vote on an ordinance to remove the requirement for pool fencing when a compliant powered safety cover is installed, aligning local law with state code. The Council will also consider waiving a portion of a solid waste bill for Tink Holyoak, who is seeking a refund for what he claims are overbilled garbage cans.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 26-IV-9 regarding pool fencing requirements
• Consider waiving solid waste bill for Tink Holyoak
• Consider amending Consolidated Fee Schedule for Arena fees
• Consider resolution for sheep herder monument at Cross Hollow Events Center
• Consider resolution to include Quichapa Canyon Ranch Brand on Warmup Barn

The council voted unanimously to approve the agenda order. No other motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during the meeting; the remaining items were discussed without formal decisions.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission will approve the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes and hold several public hearings. Items include ordinance amendments for sidewalk requirements and required width of PUE, multiple zone changes, and a General Plan amendment changing 2700 S Cedar Blvd from Natural Open to Central Commercial. Recommendations will be presented for each item.

• Approval of minutes dated October 28, 2025
• Public hearing: Ordinance amendment to sidewalk requirements for subdivisions (Section 32-9(C)(9))
• Public hearing: Zone change from AT to I&M-1 at approx. 4500 West 800 North
• Public hearing: General Plan amendment from Natural Open to Central Commercial at approx. 2700 S Cedar Blvd
• Public hearing: Ordinance amendment for required width of PUE in commercial and industrial zones (Section 32-9(H)(2))

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. The public hearing on the sidewalk‑requirements ordinance amendment was postponed (tabled) to the November 25 meeting. No decision was reached on the proposed zone change for 4500 West 800 North.

• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Tabled sidewalk amendment public hearing until November 25

City Council

The Cedar City Council will hold a special meeting to canvass the votes from the November 4, 2025 General Election. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 A.M. on November 18, 2025, at the City Office, 10 North Main Street.

• Canvass of the November 4, 2025 General Election results
• Special City Council meeting on November 18, 2025
• Meeting location: City Office, 10 North Main Street, Cedar City, UT

The City Council voted to approve the official canvass of the November 4, 2025 general election. The motion was moved by Councilmember Wilkey, seconded by Councilmember Phillips, and passed unanimously. The Council then adjourned the meeting at 9:03 a.m. by a unanimous vote.

• Approved November 4, 2025 election canvass (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:03 a.m. (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Cedar City Regional Airport Board meeting on November 13, 2025 will approve minutes from the October 9 meeting and review SkyWest enplanement numbers. The board will consider proposed changes to the Airport Overlay Zone, an O&O Investment Lease, and an extension of an Exchange of Services Agreement with Schmidt Construction. Additional project updates such as the Domed Hangar, South Gate repairs, and other infrastructure items will be presented.

• Airport Overlay Zone Proposed Changes
• O&O Investment Lease
• Exchange of Services Agreement Extension – Schmidt Construction
• Domed Hangar Project
• South Gate Repairs

The board approved the minutes from the October meeting after a motion by Phillips and a second by Bleak, with unanimous support. The council voted to appoint Phil Schmidt to fill the unexpired term of former member Tyler Melling, giving him a two‑year term. No other substantive motions were recorded.

• Approved October meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Council appointed Phil Schmidt as new member (vote passed)

City Council

The Cedar City City Council meeting on November 12, 2025 will hold a public hearing on proposed general‑plan density changes (low, medium, high) in the vicinity of 800 North and 3700 West. The council will also consider appointing Keith Naylor to the Board of Adjustments, approve a pond‑landscape restoration project for $5 1,5 10.05, and vote on filling an open council seat. Additional items include restoring 50.50 hours of sick leave for Zac Adams and approving expenditures for a water‑well development.

• Appointment of Keith Naylor to the Board of Adjustments (replacing Terry Hermansen)
• Order for the Pond Landscape Restoration project amounting to $5 1,5 10.05
• Restoration of 50.50 hours of sick leave for Zac Adams
• Expenditures approved for water well development
• Public hearing on general‑plan density changes near 800 North and 3700 West

The council unanimously approved moving agenda item #6 to the top of the agenda. It also approved a $188,470 expenditure to move forward with a new water well. In addition, the council approved the consent agenda items, including the appointment of Keith Naylor, a $51,510.05 detention‑pond landscape restoration, and the restoration of 50.5 hours of sick leave for Zac Adams.

• Approved agenda order change moving item #6 to #1 (unanimous)
• Approved $188,470 water well cost to move forward (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Keith Naylor to the board of adjusters (unanimous)
• Approved $51,510.05 detention pond landscape restoration project (unanimous)
• Approved restoration of 50.5 hours of sick leave for Zac Adams (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items I‑V as written (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee is meeting to discuss ordinance amendments and land use changes. The body will review a general plan amendment and zone change for a property at 950 North 3900 West, as well as commercial building plans for Winco Foods.

• Ordinance text amendment to Section 32-9(C)(9) regarding Cottonwood Hollow
• General Plan Amendment at approx. 950 North 3900 West from Low Density to Medium Density
• Zone Change at approx. 950 North 3900 West from AT to R-2-2
• Commercial building review for Winco Foods (B-1653-0004-0000 / B-1653-0005-0000)
• Ordinance text amendment to Section 32-9-H regarding easement requirements for commercial and industrial subdivisions

The Sketch & Project Review Committee discussed proposed amendments to sidewalk requirements, a general‑plan amendment and zone change for a 22‑acre parcel at 950 North 3900 West, and the Winco Foods commercial building project on Canyon Ranch Drive. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded for any of the items. The meeting adjourned at 9:35 a.m.

Historic Downtown Economic Committee

The Historic Downtown Economic Committee will approve the August meeting minutes and hear staff reports that introduce a new Main Street Coordinator and present the HDEC Shakespeare Seat project. The committee will receive a business presentation and discuss topics such as Harvest Undecorating, Tiny Tweak Day, and a gratitude idea. Updates will be provided on recessed property owner outreach for pole‑sign consideration and on the progress of the prioritized permitted‑use table.

• Approval of August meeting minutes
• Introduction of new Historic Downtown Main Street Coordinator
• Presentation of HDEC Shakespeare Seat project
• Update on recessed property owner outreach for pole sign consideration
• Review of progress on prioritized permitted‑use table updates

City Council

The City Council will discuss a budget adjustment for landscape restoration at Canyon View Middle School and a request to restore sick leave for a police sergeant. The body will also consider an appointment to the Board of Adjustments.

• Change Order #1 for Doug Hunt Construction Inc. regarding CV Detention Pond Landscape Restoration for $51,510.05
• Proposed transfer of $7,154 from the 1600 N drainage improvements project to cover the detention pond overage
• Request to restore 50.5 hours of sick leave for Sgt. Zachary Adams following an on-duty injury
• Appointment of Keith Naylor to the Board of Adjustments

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. Members decided to hold a ballot to fill Tyler Melling's vacant seat, with votes to be read aloud. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Decided to use a ballot for filling Tyler Melling's vacancy
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Cedar City Board of Adjustments will meet to consider an administrative appeal regarding public improvements at A+ Student Suites and a variance request for driveway width at Radiant Blue Construction.

• Administrative appeal of staff decision at 1695 West 200 North
• Variance request for driveway width at 1926 South 4450 West
• Approval of Board of Adjustments minutes
• Approval of findings of fact
• Meeting held at 10 North Main Street

The Board of Adjustments unanimously approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. It unanimously voted to table the administrative appeal concerning public improvements for the A+ Student Suites project. The board also unanimously denied the requested variance to increase the driveway width at 1926 South 4450 West. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 6 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled administrative appeal for A+ Student Suites (unanimous)
• Denied driveway width variance at 1926 South 4450 West (unanimous)

Cedar City Active Transportation Committee (ATC)

The Cedar City Active Transportation Committee will review the previous meeting minutes and consider several items related to active transportation. Topics include a proposed SUU bike map, a Slow Roll event, and a major Active Transportation Study. The committee will also hear other business and subcommittee reports before adjourning.

• Review and approve meeting minutes
• Discuss SUU Bike map
• Discuss Slow Roll event
• Discuss Big Active Transportation Study
• Other business and subcommittee reports

City Council

The Cedar City Council will fill a vacant council seat and approve the purchase of a 2026 International Plow truck chassis for $172,056.47. The meeting also includes public comments on water billing issues and a closed session for litigation.

• Purchase of 2026 International Plow truck chassis for $172,056.47
• Approval of road dedication of 100 East south of 900 North
• Consideration of General Plan and zone changes near 800 North 3700 West
• Consideration of zone change from Residential to Central Commercial near I-157 S Main
• Closed meeting for reasonably imminent litigation

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $172,056.47 purchase of a 2026 International plow truck chassis and a road dedication for 100 East south of 90 North. Councilmember Wilkey moved to approve three zoning ordinances for property near 800 North 3700 West, which passed with all members voting aye. The council also approved a motion to enter a closed meeting and adjourned the session.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑4, including plow truck purchase ($172,056.47) (unanimous)
• Approved road dedication of 100 East south of 90 North (unanimous)
• Approved three zoning ordinances for property near 800 North 3700 West (Robert Cox AYE, Scott Phillips AYE, Ronald Riddle AYE, Carter Wilkey AYE)
• Approved motion to go into closed meeting at 6:18 p.m. (all AYE)
• Adjourned council meeting at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a Water Use Preservation element of the General Plan and on revising an ordinance for swimming‑pool safety covers. Commissioners will also discuss two ordinance proposals: one on using tables in commercial zones and another amending building‑material requirements. The meeting includes routine approval of the October 21, 2025 minutes.

• Public hearing – Water Use Preservation, General Plan Update Element
• Public hearing – Ordinance Revision Section 26‑IV‑9, Swimming Pools Adding Safety Covers
• Discussion item – Ordinance 26‑III‑21, Use Tables for Commercial Zones
• Discussion item – Ordinance Text Amendment Section 26‑4‑16, Building Material
• Approval of minutes dated October 21, 2025

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting, with a unanimous vote after Decker moved and Davis seconded. A public hearing was held on the 90% draft of the Water Use Preservation element of the General Plan, but no action was taken; the staff will bring the final recommendation back on November 18. No other motions were decided during this meeting.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)

City Council

The Cedar City Council will hold public hearings on multiple General Plan and zoning changes for the property near 800 North 3700 West and for 1157 South Main. They will also discuss a development agreement amendment for the same 800 North 3700 West site. Additional items include a road dedication south of 900 North, a wastewater effluent reuse study, and the purchase of a plow truck chassis costing $172,056.47.

• Public hearing on General Plan density changes (Low, Medium, High) near 800 N 3700 W
• Public hearing on zone changes (R‑1, R‑2‑1, RN, etc.) near 800 N 3700 W
• Public hearing on amendment to the development agreement for 800 N 3700 W
• Public hearing on General Plan change from Highway/Regional Commercial to Central Commercial at 1157 S Main
• Consideration of purchase of a 2026 International plow truck chassis for $172,056.47

The council voted unanimously to approve the agenda order. No other motions were voted on; the meeting consisted mainly of staff reports, public comments, and discussions of zoning, road variances, and mental‑health funding. No formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider General Plan amendments and zone changes for a property at Approx 800 North 3700 West. The agenda also includes a discussion item regarding commercial use tables and a text amendment to building materials.

• Public hearing for General Plan amendments at Approx 800 North 3700 West
• Public hearing for zone changes from R-1 to R-2-1, R-1 to RN, and other classifications
• Public hearing for a Development Agreement-Amendment at Approx 800 North 3700 West
• Discussion item on Ordinance 26-III-21 regarding commercial use tables
• Discussion item on text amendment to Section 26-4-16 regarding building materials

The commission approved the minutes from the October 7 meeting by unanimous vote. It issued positive recommendations for the General Plan density amendments, the associated zone changes, and the Development Agreement amendment, each passing unanimously. Two ordinance items were motioned to be tabled until October 28, also unanimously.

• Approved October 7 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation for General Plan Amendments (density changes) (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation for Zone Changes (R‑1, R‑2‑1, RN, etc.) (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation for Development Agreement amendment (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 26‑III‑21 (Use Tables for Commercial Zones) until Oct 28 (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance Text Amendment Section 26‑4‑16 (Building Material) until Oct 28 (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee is meeting to discuss a zoning change and a development agreement. The body will review requests related to land use and utility infrastructure.

• Zone change from AT to I&M-1 at approximately 4500 West 800 North
• Development agreement related to a water meter at 2486 West 580 North

The Sketch & Project Review Committee discussed a zone change request for the property near 4500 West and 800 North, proposing to rezone it to I&M-1. They also heard a request from Alvaro Serna to install a separate water meter at 2486 West and 580 North. No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded for either item. The meeting adjourned without any documented decisions.

City Council

The council will vote on a powerline easement on City property for Rocky Mountain Power, approve a design contract for the SUU golf complex, and adopt a wage approval for a new lateral police officer. It will also consider an ordinance to vacate a public utility easement at 1600 South and Hidden Canyon Road, and a resolution to amend a deferral agreement for a property at 93 East 900 North.

• Approve granting a powerline easement on Parcel # B- I 407-0000-0000 for Rocky Mountain Power
• Approve the SUU golf complex design contract with Element Design Collective
• Approve a wage approval for a new lateral police officer
• Consider an ordinance vacating a public utility easement at approximately 1600 South and Hidden Canyon Road
• Consider a resolution amending a deferral agreement for a property at approximately 93 East 900 North

The council unanimously approved the agenda order and the consent agenda items, including minutes, bills, a golf‑complex design contract, a powerline easement, and a wage approval for a new lateral police officer. They also approved an ordinance vacating a public utility easement at approximately 1600 South Hidden Canyon Road. Additionally, the council approved a resolution amending a development deferral for a property at 93 East 900 North and a resolution rescinding a development agreement for 1157 South Main Street. Five officers were sworn in during the meeting.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑5 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance vacating public utility easement at 1600 S Hidden Canyon Rd (unanimous)
• Approved resolution amending development deferral for 93 E 900 N (5 AYE, 0 NAY, 0 abstain)
• Approved resolution rescinding development agreement for 1157 S Main St (5 AYE, 0 NAY, 0 abstain)
• Approved SUU golf‑complex design contract (unanimous)
• Approved powerline easement on city parcel #B‑1407.00004000 for Nathan Blocker (unanimous)
• Sworn in Sergeant Stetson Bergstrom, Corporal Evan Pettit, Officer Shelby McDonnell, Officer Manuel Vanjur, and Officer Avery Shumway

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cedar City Historic Preservation Commission met on October 14, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The agenda included routine items such as a call to order, pledge of allegiance, and approval of minutes. The public agenda listed topics like a birthday recognition, historic markers, a Saint George meeting, and an update on the Utah Main Street program for Cedar City. No specific decisions or actions were noted in the agenda.

• Birthday recognition
• Historic markers
• Saint George meeting
• Utah Main Street update for Cedar City

Airport Board

The Cedar City Airport Board will approve the minutes from the September 11 meeting, review SkyWest enplanement numbers for August and September 2025, and receive updates on airport projects and lease extensions. The board will also discuss Essential Air Service (EAS) funding and other operational items. All items are presented for board consideration at the October 9, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of meeting minutes from September 11, 2025
• SkyWest enplanement figures: August 2025 = 1,091; September 2025 = 1,203; YTD = 8,703
• Project updates: domed hangar work, waterway culverts, perimeter roads, security camera upgrade, T‑Hangar flooring, baggage claim seating, weed abatement
• Lease extensions for Sphere One Aviation, Roope, Burgess, and Boyd Hall hangars
• Discussion of Essential Air Service (EAS) funding

The board approved the September meeting minutes with all members in favor. A motion to approve lease extensions for four airport hangars was moved, seconded, and passed unanimously, subject to added lease language. The approved extensions are for the Sphere One Aviation Smoke Jumper Hangar, the Sphere One Aviation Maintenance Hangar, the Roope Hangar, and the Burgess Hangar.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved lease extension for Sphere One Aviation Smoke Jumper Hangar (unanimous)
• Approved lease extension for Sphere One Aviation Maintenance Hangar (unanimous)
• Approved lease extension for Roope Hangar (unanimous)
• Approved lease extension for Burgess Hangar (unanimous)

City Council

The Cedar City Council will hold public hearings on several development and utility matters. Items include an ordinance to vacate a public utility easement near 1600 South and Hidden Canyon Road, a design contract for the SUU golf complex, and resolutions affecting development agreements and a powerline easement. The council will also consider a wage approval for a new police officer and water well exploration locations, with a closed‑session item on imminent litigation.

• Public hearing to consider ordinance vacating a public utility easement near 1600 South and Hidden Canyon Road
• Consider approving the SUU golf complex design contract
• Public hearing on a resolution amending a deferral agreement for property at approx. 93 East 900 North
• Consider granting a powerline easement on Parcel # B-1407-0000-0000 for Rocky Mountain Power to serve Nathan Blocker
• Consider a resolution rescinding a development agreement for 1157 (1221) South Main Street

The council approved the meeting agenda order with a unanimous vote after Councilmember Phillips moved and Councilmember Melling seconded the motion. The body also discussed the process for filling a council vacancy, but no formal decision or vote was recorded. Public comments were heard regarding water billing issues in Old Sorrel Ranch, with no action taken at this meeting.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission will hold several public hearings, including a General Plan amendment for 1157 South Main Street to designate Highway/Regional Commercial use. The agenda also includes a zone change from R-2 to Commercial Corridor for the same address, a development agreement amendment for 1221 South Main Street, and multiple General Plan density changes for the Approx 800 North 3700 West (Cedar 106 / Platt & Platt) area. A road dedication for 100 East Street is also scheduled for recommendation, and discussion items on downtown housing options and a commercial zoning ordinance are listed.

• Public hearing – General Plan Amendment – 1157 South Main Street (Highway/Regional Commercial) – recommendation
• Public hearing – Zone Change from R-2 to Commercial Corridor – 1157 South Main Street – recommendation
• Public hearing – Development Agreement Amendment – 1221 South Main Street – recommendation
• Public hearing – General Plan Amendments – Approx 800 North 3700 West (Cedar 106 / Platt & Platt) – multiple density changes – recommendation
• Road dedication – 100 East Street – recommendation

The commission approved the September 16 minutes by unanimous vote. It gave a unanimous positive recommendation to amend the General Plan to Highway/Regional Commercial at 1157 South Main. It also unanimously recommended changing the zone from R‑2 to Commercial at the same address. Finally, the commission unanimously recommended dissolving the development agreement for 1221 South Main once the property sale closes.

• Approved September 16 minutes (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation for General Plan Amendment Highway/Regional Commercial to CC at 1157 South Main (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation for Zone Change from R-2 to CC at 1157 South Main (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation to dissolve Development Agreement for 1221 South Main contingent on closing (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Cedar City Board of Adjustments will consider a request to allow a home‑occupation freeze‑drying business at approximately 2262 West Skyview Drive. It will also review two setback variance applications—one for the property at approximately 287 South 300 East submitted by Cloyd Stratton, and another for approximately 1600 North 220 East submitted by Jason Ashworth of Platt & Platt. Routine agenda items include approval of the previous meeting's minutes and findings of fact.

• Request for home‑occupation freeze‑drying business at ~2262 West Skyview Drive (R‑1/F D4U) – Ann & Larry Novasel
• Variance request for side setbacks at ~287 South 300 East – applicant Cloyd Stratton
• Variance request for setbacks at ~1600 North 220 East – applicant Jason Ashworth, Platt & Platt
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Approval of findings of fact

The Board unanimously approved the minutes and findings of fact from the September 8 meeting. It approved a home‑occupation request at 2262 West Skyview Drive, contingent on sign approval and a business license. The Board denied a setback variance for a two‑car garage at 287 South 300 East. It approved a setback variance for a commercial office at 1600 North 220 East.

• Approved September 8 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 8 findings of fact (unanimous)
• Approved home‑occupation at 2262 West Skyview Drive, contingent on sign and license (unanimous)
• Denied garage setback variance at 287 South 300 East (unanimous)
• Approved commercial setback variance at 1600 North 220 East (unanimous)

Cedar City Active Transportation Committee (ATC)

The Cedar City Active Transportation Committee will meet to review and approve minutes, receive a Healthy Utah award, and discuss several transportation initiatives. Topics include a bike/trail concept along the new Cedar Blvd roadway, a UDOT transportation study, and planning for Walk & Roll to School Day on October 8. Additional items such as a Slow Roll event and Bike Friendly Utah program will also be considered.

• Bike/trail concept along new “Cedar Blvd” roadway
• UDOT transportation study
• Walk & Roll to School Day, Wednesday, October 8
• Slow Roll event
• Bike Friendly Utah program

The committee voted to approve the September meeting minutes, with all members in favor. No other formal actions were taken; the discussion covered bike infrastructure, UDOT studies, and upcoming events. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved September minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee is meeting to discuss land use changes and building projects. The body will review a General Plan amendment and zone change for a site at 1500 West 775 South, as well as two building projects and a swimming pool ordinance revision.

• General Plan Amendment and Zone Change from CC to R-1 at Approx. 1500 West 775 South
• Building review for Diamonti Lot 7 at 202 N 3325 West
• Building review for Phillips Flex Warehouse at 675 North 5400 West
• General Plan Update regarding the Water Use Preservation Element
• Ordinance Revision Section 26-IV-9 regarding swimming pool safety covers

The Sketch & Project Review Committee discussed several projects, including a general‑plan amendment, zone change, two building permits, a water‑use preservation element, and a swimming‑pool safety‑cover ordinance revision. No motions were adopted, votes taken, or approvals granted during the meeting. The items will be forwarded for further review or staff follow‑up.

Cedar City Disability Action Awareness Team

The Cedar City Disability Action/Awareness Committee will meet on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. in the Administration Conference Room at 10 North Main. The agenda includes approving the previous meeting minutes and discussing the removal of a City Council member, Randall McUne, as a voting member. The committee will also handle other business, assign members to tasks, and set the date for the next meeting on November 13, 2025.

• Approval of minutes from the prior meeting
• Discussion on removing City Council member Randall McUne as a voting member
• Other business items
• Member assignments
• Scheduling next meeting for November 13, 2025

Historic Downtown Economic Committee

The Historic Downtown Economic Committee will review August meeting minutes, hear staff reports on the HDEC Shakespeare Seat and related findings, receive updates on Mayor’s Park signage and weeds, discuss outreach for pole sign considerations, and hold breakout and group sessions on a Utah Main Street transformation strategy toolkit.

• Review and approve August minutes
• Staff report on HDEC Shakespeare Seat
• Update on Mayor’s Park sign and weeds
• Update on recessed property owner outreach for pole sign consideration
• Breakout and group discussion on Utah Main Street transformation strategy toolkit

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure projects, including wastewater treatment plant repairs and traffic signal design. The body will also consider four ordinances regarding land annexation, public right-of-way vacation, and zoning changes for properties on Canyon Ranch Drive and Main Street.

• Rebuild of two clarifiers at the Wastewater Treatment Plant for $1,238,687
• Kimley-Horn proposal for Kitty Hawk and Bulldog Road traffic signal design for $48,600
• General Plan and zone changes for property near 3000 N Canyon Ranch Drive
• General Plan and zone changes for property near 1110 S Main Street
• Annexation of 80.92 acres of land at approximately 800 N 4500 W

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee will meet on September 18, 2025 to consider several proposals. Items include an annexation petition for the parcel at 3000 North 100 East, a commercial building development at 1650 South Cedar Boulevard, a bus garage project near 401 West 3000 North, and a UF Milk addition at 997 North Airport Road. Each proposal will be discussed for possible approval or further action.

• Annexation petition for 3000 North 100 East (presented by Judy R. Lindsay, Trust Rick Holman / Platt & Platt)
• Commercial building development at 1650 South Cedar Boulevard (presented by Land 273 LLC / Platt & Platt)
• Bus garage project at approximately 401 West 3000 North (presented by ICSD Bus Garage, Watson Engineering)
• UF Milk addition at 997 North Airport Road (presented by Western Quality Foods, Excel Engineering)

The committee discussed an annexation petition for 3000 N 100 E, a commercial building at 1650 S Cedar Boulevard, and a bus garage near 401 W 3000 N, but no approvals, denials, votes, or final actions were recorded.

Leisure Services Advisory Committee

The Cedar City Leisure Services Advisory Committee will consider a proposal to remove the City Council representative from voting on the committee. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the July 9, 2025 session. Division reports from Aquatics, Cross Hollow, Golf, Parks, and Recreation will be presented. Additional items are listed under "Other" without further detail.

• Discuss removal of City Council representative as a voting member (proposed by Randall Mcune)
• Approve minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting
• Division reports: Aquatics, Cross Hollow, Golf, Parks, Recreation
• Other items (unspecified)

City Council

The Cedar City City Council will hold public hearings on a General Plan change from Low Density Residential to Central Commercial and a zone change from Master Planned Development to Central Commercial for the property near 3000 N Canyon Ranch Drive. A second hearing will consider a General Plan change from Highway Regional Commercial to Central Commercial and a zone change from Highway Services to Central Commercial for the property near 1110 S Main Street. Additional agenda items include a public‑right‑of‑way vacancy, an annexation of about 80.92 acres near 800 N 4500 W, an amendment to the city’s Personnel Policy, and a resolution to revise the FY 2025‑2026 budget.

• Public hearing: General Plan and zone change to Central Commercial for 3000 N Canyon Ranch Drive
• Public hearing: General Plan and zone change to Central Commercial for 1110 S Main Street
• Public hearing: Ordinance to vacate a public right‑of‑way at approx. 900 N 3700 W
• Public hearing: Annexation of 80.92 acres near 800 N 4500 W
• Ordinance to amend the City Personnel Policy

Councilmember Phillips moved to approve the agenda order and Councilmember Cox seconded; the motion passed unanimously. No other motions were voted on. Public hearings on a commercial‑to‑central plan change, a road vacancy, and an 80.92‑acre annexation were held, but no decisions or votes were recorded. The meeting concluded without any substantive approvals or denials.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development proposals, including an amended plat for Fiddlers Canyon Hills Phase 1 and Phase 2, a General Plan amendment and a zone change from R‑2 to CC for 1157 South Main Street, and a request to vacate a public utility easement on Hidden Canyon Road. The commission will also consider a development agreement amendment for 93 East 900 North and an easement creation on approximately 780 East Highway 14. Additionally, Ordinance 26‑III‑21 concerning use tables for commercial zones will be discussed.

• Amended Plat – Fiddlers Canyon Hills Phase 1, 1935 North Fiddlers Canyon Road (public hearing)
• Amended Plat – Fiddlers Canyon Hills Phase 2, 1935 North Fiddlers Canyon Road (public hearing)
• General Plan Amendment – 1157 South Main Street (public hearing)
• Zone Change from R‑2 to CC – 1157 South Main Street (public hearing)
• Vacating Public Utility Easement – Hidden Canyon Road, 1600 South Drew (public hearing)

The commission voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. It accepted staff decisions to amend the plats for Fiddlers Canyon Hills Phase 1 (10‑foot shift) and Phase 2 (2‑foot shift) to match the as‑built conditions. Recommendations for a general‑plan amendment and a zone change at 1157 South Main were discussed but no final action was taken.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Approved staff decision to amend plat for Fiddlers Canyon Hills Phase 1 (10‑foot shift)
• Approved staff decision to amend plat for Fiddlers Canyon Hills Phase 2 (2‑foot shift)

Airport Board

The Cedar City Airport Board will approve minutes from the August 14 meeting, review SkyWest enplanement numbers, and discuss several airport projects and operational updates. Items include a proposed Airport Ordinance (Chapter 10), lease renewals and terminations for multiple hangar facilities, and updates on the T‑Hangar and other infrastructure projects.

• Approval of minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting
• SkyWest enplanement totals: July 1,066; August 1,091; YTD 7,500
• Airport Ordinance – Chapter 10
• Lease renewals and terminations for Cedar Building Associates, FAA Snowcat, Rotak Hangar, O&O Investment, and Southern Skies Aviation
• Project updates: Domed Hangar, Waterway Culverts, Perimeter Roads, T‑Hangar, HVAC maintenance

The Cedar City Regional Airport Board approved moving the public Fly‑In breakfast from October 11 to October 18 after a board proposal. The board also approved the minutes from the August meeting unanimously. Additional actions reported included fire‑extinguisher purchases for hangars and the start of an access‑card rollout for the FBO.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Fly‑In breakfast to October 18 (unanimous)
• Purchased and installed four fire extinguishers in the Domed Hangar
• Ordered four additional fire extinguishers for the T‑Hangar (total ten)
• Started issuing Aero Simple access cards to the FBO
• Prepared RFP for terminal gate concessions; proposals due Oct 25
• Confirmed ground‑breaking for airport expansion planned for October
• Reported new de‑ice vehicle acquisition for SkyWest operations

City Council

The Cedar City City Council will vote on a petition to annex 19.18 acres of land in the vicinity of 3000 North 400 West. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 20, 26, and 27, 2025, ratification of bills dated August 29, 2025, and a closed‑session discussion of property negotiations and imminent litigation. Public comments will be heard before the consent agenda is finalized.

• Petition to annex 19.18 acres near 3000 North 400 West
• Approval of minutes dated August 20, 26, & 27, 2025
• Ratification of bills dated August 29, 2025
• Closed session on property negotiations and reasonably imminent litigation
• Public comments from residents and stakeholders

The council approved a bid that was on the agenda with a unanimous vote. Later, members voted to enter a closed session at 5:48 p.m., also unanimously. The council then adjourned the meeting at 6:00 p.m. with a unanimous vote.

• Approved the agenda‑item bid (unanimous AYE vote)
• Moved to enter closed session at 5:48 p.m. (unanimous AYE vote)
• Adjourned the council meeting at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous AYE vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cedar City Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 9, 2025. After standard procedural items, the commission will discuss a public meeting from Saint George and host a birthday celebration. No decisions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Discussion on Saint George public meeting
• Birthday celebration

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from its August 12, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. The commission also discussed plans for the city’s 174th birthday celebration, marker installation timing, and restoration of the 7‑Up mural, but no formal actions were recorded.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Cedar City Board of Adjustments approved the August 4, 2025 minutes and findings of fact unanimously. It then approved a home‑occupation tutoring business at 1226 N 3575 W and a home‑occupation nail‑salon at 1398 W 1525 S, each with a unanimous vote. No decision was reached on the pool‑fence variance request.

• Approved August 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 4, 2025 findings of fact (unanimous)
• Approved tutoring home occupation at 1226 N 3575 W (unanimous)
• Approved nail‑salon home occupation at 1398 W 1525 S (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee met on September 4, 2025 to review a subdivision (The Pointe Phase 2), a warehouse project (Phillips Flex Warehouse), and a car‑wash project (Sparkles Car Wash). Staff and applicants presented plans and raised issues such as utility upgrades, design details, and driveway circulation. The committee asked for additional information and revisions but did not approve, deny, or table any project. No vote tallies were recorded.

Cedar City Active Transportation Committee (ATC)

The committee unanimously approved the August meeting minutes. It also voted unanimously to move forward with using the existing culvert as a crossing for cyclists and pedestrians on the Old Sorrel Phase 2 project, noting $627,000 is available for the work. No timeline was set for installation. Other items were discussed but no decisions were made.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved culvert crossing for cyclists and pedestrians at Old Sorrel Phase 2 (unanimous)

City Council

Councilmember Tyler Melling moved to approve the agenda order, seconded by a councilmember, and Councilmember Ronald Riddle reported a unanimous vote approving the agenda. The council also accepted a petition to annex 19.18 acres of land near 3000 N 400 W, noting consent for the annexation and a future zone change.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous vote)
• Accepted petition to annex 19.18 acres of land (consent noted)

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission will hold public hearings to provide recommendations on several land-use changes. These include general plan amendments and zone changes for properties on North Canyon Drive and South Main Street, as well as a road vacation request.

• General Plan Amendment and Zone Change (MPD to CC) at Approx 3000 North Canyon Drive
• General Plan Amendment (Highway Regional Commercial to CC) at 1110 South Main Street
• Zone Change (Highway Service to CC) at 1110 South Main Street
• Road Vacation at 900 North 3700 West

The commission approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The public hearing items on a general‑plan amendment and a zone change were discussed, but no motions or votes were recorded for those items.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)

City Council

The Cedar City Council will vote on approving construction contracts for street lighting improvements and a cemetery renovation, as well as several development agreements and fee changes.

• Approve $452,270 bid for South Main Street Lighting Improvement Project Phase 2
• Approve $282,392 bid for Cedar City Cemetery Renovation Project Phase 3R
• Consider fee schedule amendment for water meters and strainers
• Consider development agreement for Westview Drive public improvements
• Consider General Plan and zone changes for 200 West 2530 North

The council voted 3‑1 to change the general plan from medium‑density to high‑density residential and rezone the area from CC and AT to R‑3‑M. Councilmembers also appointed Councilmember Phillips as Mayor Pro Tem unanimously, approved $282,392 for the Cedar City Renovation Project Phase 3R unanimously, denied a fee waiver for the July Jamboree unanimously, and approved a development agreement for improvements on Westview Drive with all votes in favor.

• Approved high‑density zoning change for 200 West 2530 North (3 AYE, 1 NAY)
• Appointed Councilmember Phillips as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Approved $282,392 Cedar City Renovation Project Phase 3R (unanimous)
• Denied waiver of park and other fees for July Jamboree (unanimous)
• Approved development agreement for Westview Drive improvements (all AYE, 0 NAY, 0 abstain)
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes from Aug 6 & 13 (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee discussed three easement/sketch items and two building projects. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded, and the items were left for further staff work or future consideration.

City Council

The City Council voted to approve the agenda order with a unanimous vote. No other motions were adopted; discussions on water well testing, park sponsorship fees, and other topics remained informal with no recorded votes.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission will meet to review and potentially recommend action on an annexation petition. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the August 5, 2025, meeting.

• Public hearing regarding an annexation petition at approximately 4500 West 800 North

The Cedar City Planning Commission approved the minutes from its August 5, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The commission then held a public hearing on an annexation petition for property at approximately 4500 West 800 North, but no formal decision or vote on the petition was recorded. No other motions were adopted during the meeting.

• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)

Airport Board

The board approved the minutes from the May meeting. John Appel was elected chairperson after a motion and unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected John Appel as chairperson (unanimous)

City Council

The council voted unanimously to rename Old Highway 91 to Cedar Boulevard. It also approved the appointment of Jennifer Saulala as a replacement board member (5‑0) and denied a lifetime golf pass for Troy Stratton (unanimous). A long‑term lease for city property at 304 N 100 E was tabled unanimously.

• Approved street name change from Old Highway 91 to Cedar Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved replacement board member Jennifer Saulala (5‑0)
• Denied lifetime golf pass for Troy Stratton (unanimous)
• Tabled long‑term lease for city property at 304 N 100 E (unanimous)
• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑3 (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting. The board also unanimously voted to table the discussion about the Saint George meeting recording until September. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Saint George meeting item until September (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The committee heard a presentation on a Conditional Use Permit for a concrete batch plant at approx. 600 N & 3500 W, a development agreement for the 4B Ranch Subdivision Phase 5, and a proposed zone change at 1157 S Main Street. Staff and the applicant discussed site access, wall height, rail spur, and storm‑drain issues. The meeting did not record any approvals, denials, or votes; the next step is referral to the Planning Commission and possible public hearing.

City Council

The council approved the agenda unanimously. No other motions were voted on; proposals on street naming, retirement passes, animal‑adoption discounts, and a downtown lease were discussed but not decided. Those items will be considered at future meetings.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. A public hearing was held on an amended plat at 526 South 225 West, with the decision to be made by staff. The commission also voted unanimously to give a positive recommendation for the proposed public utility easement (PUE) on 2000 South Old Highway.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved positive recommendation for PUE on 2000 South Old Highway (unanimous)

Historic Downtown Economic Committee

The Historic Downtown Economic Committee voted to approve the restoration of the ghost sign on the former Hughes Café, with funding provided by Maverik. The committee also approved moving forward on the permitted‑use table changes. Finally, the July meeting was cancelled and the next meeting was set for August.

• Approved restoration of the ghost sign on former Hughes Café, funded by Maverik (motion by David Johnson, seconded by Jessica)
• Moved forward on the permitted‑use table changes (motion by Jessica, seconded by Kaylee)
• Cancelled the July meeting and scheduled the next meeting for August (motion by Scott, seconded by Ron)

Board of Adjustments

The Board nominated Steve as chair pro‑tem with a unanimous vote. It approved the minutes and findings of fact from the July 7, 2025 meeting, each unanimously. The Board also approved the home‑occupation freeze‑dry food service request at 1096 S. Bently Blvd, contingent on obtaining a business license and complying with the sign ordinance.

• Nominated Steve as chair pro‑tem (unanimous)
• Approved July 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 7, 2025 findings of fact (unanimous)
• Approved home‑occupation freeze‑dry food business at 1096 S. Bently Blvd, contingent on business license and sign ordinance (unanimous)

Cedar City Active Transportation Committee (ATC)

The ATC approved the July meeting minutes unanimously. The committee voted unanimously to retain a City Council representative as a voting member of the committee. Members also approved a unanimous motion to send a letter to the BLM supporting trail protection during the fuels‑reduction project. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved July 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Kept City Council representative as a voting member (unanimous)
• Authorized a letter to BLM supporting trail protection during fuels reduction (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:05 pm (unanimous)

City Council

The council first approved the meeting agenda by a unanimous vote. It then approved the consent agenda, which included adopting the minutes from July 2 and 9, ratifying July 18 bills, appointing Steven Hitz to the Planning Commission, and naming the Industrial Road trail "The Fort Cedar Railroad Trail". All consent‑agenda items passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Approved minutes dated July 2 & 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Ratified bills dated July 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Steven Hitz to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved naming of "The Fort Cedar Railroad Trail" (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee met on July 17, 2025 to review a proposed public utility easement for Rocky Mountain Power and a road vacation at 1600 North 220 East. Committee members discussed the location and verification of the easement and the need for utility easements before proceeding, and they reviewed the road vacation proposal and related utility concerns. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The council voted unanimously to approve the agenda order for the July 16 meeting. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled; the remaining items were discussed without a recorded vote.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission elected John Webster as chair and unanimously approved the July 1 minutes. Staff approved an amended plat to combine three residential‑size lots for a church. The commission gave positive recommendations to change the Iron Horse RDO from Residential Agricultural to Residential Estate and to Mixed Use, and approved renaming the Industrial Road Trail to Fort Cedar Railroad Trail. The separate request to rezone the same area to R‑1 was withdrawn, and items on fencing amendments were postponed.

• John Webster elected Planning Commission Chair (unanimous)
• July 1, 2025 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Staff decision: amended plat combining three lots approved (no objection)
• Positive recommendation: RA to Residential Estate zone change (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation: RA to Mixed Use zone change (unanimous)
• RA to R‑1 zone change withdrawn by proponent (not moved forward)
• Positive recommendation: rename Industrial Road Trail to Fort Cedar Railroad Trail (unanimous)
• Staff recommendation to end proceedings on fencing ordinance items 8‑10 (postponed)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission discussed several upcoming projects, including restoration of a 7‑Up sign by Maverik, planning for Cedar City’s Birthday Celebration on November 11, and potential markers for America 250 in 2026. Members also talked about enhancements to the Fort Cedar Railroad Trail, possible flag‑pole work costing about $10,000, and the creation of commemorative pins for the America 250 program. No motions were voted on or formal approvals recorded during the meeting.

Leisure Services Advisory Committee

The Leisure Services Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting after Heather moved and Brad seconded. The committee then adopted a motion to adjourn, motioned by Melina and seconded by Kylee. No other actions were decided; the Fiddlers Canyon Park schematics were discussed and a vote on the RAP project is scheduled for later.

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (Heather moved, Brad seconded)
• Adopted motion to adjourn (Melina motioned, Kylee seconded)

City Council

The council unanimously approved the appointment of Dallen Olcott as the new library director and granted an 18‑month variance to the city‑residency requirement. The consent agenda items—including a $141,273.88 change order, a $259,900 purchase from UnitedBuilt, and an engineering contract to Woolpert for runway 2/20—were also approved unanimously. A separate motion to approve the appointment without any residency waiver failed because it lacked a second. The Arts and Parks & Recreation advisory board funds were approved by a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items I‑VI, including Change Order #2 for $141,273.88 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of tactical tender for $259,900 from UnitedBuilt (unanimous)
• Approved award of engineering contract to Woolpert for runway 2/20 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dallen Olcott as library director with 18‑month residency variance (unanimous)
• Motion to approve appointment without waiving residency requirement failed (no second)
• Approved RAP Arts and Parks & Recreation advisory board funds (AYE 5, NAY 0, ABSTAINED 0)

Board of Adjustments

The Board appointed Brittany Fisher as chair by unanimous vote. It unanimously approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting and the findings of fact from that meeting. The Board also unanimously approved Margaret Hurst's home occupation massage therapy request, contingent on obtaining a Cedar City business license.

• Appointed Brittany Fisher as chair (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2025 findings of fact (unanimous)
• Approved home occupation massage therapy business contingent on business license (unanimous)

Cedar City Active Transportation Committee (ATC)

The committee could not approve minutes from the prior meeting because none were available. No formal approvals or votes were recorded on trail projects, events, or funding. The meeting was adjourned with all members in favor.

• No previous meeting minutes approved (none available)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee met on July 3, 2025 to hear the Peterson Smith Living Trust’s request to adjust the lot line at 386 N 100 E. Staff explained the possible processes (boundary adjustment, minor subdivision, record of survey) and noted that the city would need Planning Commission and City Council approval before any acquisition. The discussion concluded with a plan for the applicant’s surveyor to provide final legal descriptions before the issue is taken to the Planning Commission. No vote or formal approval was made.

City Council

The council voted to approve the agenda for the July 2, 2025 meeting, with all members in favor. No other substantive motions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the June 17, 2024 meeting by unanimous vote. Public hearings were held for Magnolia Fields, The Cliffs at Sunrise, and three Iron Horse zoning proposals, but no approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded for those items.

• Approved June 17, 2024 minutes (unanimous vote)

Parks & Recreation RAP Tax advisory committee

The advisory board unanimously appointed Ron as chair pro-tem, with Robert seconding the motion. The board also unanimously approved using Ron’s spreadsheet numbers as presented. Finally, the board unanimously voted to allocate preservation funding to Leisure Services for the Coal Creek trail re‑pavement project.

• Appointed Ron as chair pro-tem (unanimous vote)
• Approved use of Ron’s numbers from the spreadsheet (unanimous vote)
• Allocated preservation fund to Leisure Services for Coal Creek trail re‑pavement (unanimous vote)

City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda after moving item 13 to item 6 (unanimous). It released Len Badertscher and Larry Reese from the RAP tax Parks & Recreation board and appointed Frank Davis and Robert Lundskog (unanimous). The council also approved vacating easements for drainage, construction and a public trail at approximately 789 Cross Hollow Road (unanimous). Finally, the council approved the Cooperative Access Management Agreement with UDOT (unanimous).

• Approved agenda order change (item 13 moved to item 6) – unanimous
• Released Len Badertscher and Larry Reese from RAP tax Parks & Recreation board – unanimous
• Appointed Frank Davis and Robert Lundskog to RAP tax Parks & Recreation board – unanimous
• Approved vacating easements for drainage, construction and public trail at 789 Cross Hollow Road – unanimous
• Approved Cooperative Access Management Agreement with UDOT – unanimous

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee discussed three development proposals— a pole sign at 1133 S Main St, a mixed‑use project at 5500 W & Iron Springs Rd, and a steel warehouse at 3325 W. Staff also reviewed two engineering‑standards ordinance amendments. No votes, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

City Council

The council approved the agenda order unanimously. No other motions were voted on, and all public hearings were closed without decisions. The cooperative access management agreement with UDOT was presented but not approved. No substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)

Arts RAP tax advisory committee

The Cedar City Arts RAP Tax Advisory Board discussed the RAP tax recommendations totaling $383,774. After review, the board voted unanimously to approve the funding amounts as they appear on the spreadsheet. The approved grants will be distributed to a range of local arts organizations.

• Approved $20,500 for American Crossroads Theatre
• Approved $9,100 for Cedar Chest Quilters’ Guild
• Approved $24,000 for Cedar City Children’s Musical Theatre
• Approved $20,100 for Cedar City Junior Ballet
• Approved $21,400 for Cedar City Music Arts
• Approved $122,500 for Utah Shakespeare Festival
• Approved $45,000 for Southern Utah Museum of Art
• Approved the RAP tax funding recommendations totaling $383,774 (unanimous vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting. The commission also voted unanimously to give a positive recommendation for a vesting extension for Iron Crest Phase 3, extending the deadline to December 31, 2025.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation for Iron Crest Phase 3 vesting extension to Dec 31 2025 (unanimous)

Municipal Building Authority

The Authority unanimously approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting. It approved a resolution adopting the 2025‑26 fiscal year budget. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑26 fiscal year budget (vote not recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation RAP Tax advisory committee

The advisory board presented updates on several park projects and requested RAP funding for improvements such as temporary mounds at Bicentennial Park, a play feature at Main Street Park, ADA equipment at Discovery Park, and trail resurfacing on Coal Creek Trail. No votes, approvals, or rejections were documented in the minutes.

Redevelopment Agency

The Cedar City Redevelopment Agency unanimously approved the meeting minutes from May 7, 2025. The agency adopted the 2025‑26 fiscal year budget; the recorded vote tally is not provided. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously to the MBA meeting at 6:43 p.m.

• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025‑26 fiscal year budget (vote tally not recorded)
• Adjourned meeting to MBA meeting at 6:43 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included accepting a petition to annex about 82 acres, approving a lease for the BLM south well, and approving a contract for public defender services. They also unanimously approved an ordinance vacating a public right‑of‑way and utility easement at roughly 803 West 600 South. An ordinance to rename Old Highway to South Main Street was moved to the table.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, bills, annexation petition, BLM lease, public defender contract) – unanimous vote
• Approved annexation petition for ~82 acres near 4500 West 800 North – unanimous vote
• Approved lease application for BLM south well – unanimous vote
• Approved contract for public defender services – unanimous vote
• Approved ordinance vacating public right‑of‑way and utility easement at approx. 803 West 600 South – unanimous vote (5 AYE)
• Tabled ordinance to rename Old Highway to South Main Street – vote not fully recorded

Arts RAP tax advisory committee

The Cedar City Arts RAP Tax Advisory Board met on June 11, 2025 and heard funding requests from several arts groups, including $33,000 for American Crossroads Theatre and $25,000 for Cedar City Children’s Musical Theatre. The board noted a budget of $383,774 and total asks of $464,000. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or vote tallies on these requests.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. No other items were formally approved, denied, or tabled during the session. The meeting was adjourned at 4:10 p.m.

• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee reviewed five sketch items and three building projects. Topics included a possible disposal of a city lot at 820 S 300 E, zone changes for Ironhorse and the W 2700 South Frontage Road, a general‑plan amendment, an annexation petition, and building plans on Bulldog Road and for LDS Church sites. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled; staff noted next steps such as referral to the Planning Commission or City Council.

Municipal Building Authority

The Authority considered adoption of the 2025‑2026 public budget and recorded no changes. The chair opened the hearing and noted there were no comments. A motion to adjourn and return to the City Council meeting at 7:44 p.m. was moved, seconded, and approved unanimously.

• Considered adoption of 2025‑2026 public budget – no changes recorded
• Motion to adjourn and return to City Council meeting – approved unanimously

Redevelopment Agency

The Cedar City Redevelopment Agency met on June 4, 2025. Members present included Chair R. Scott Phillips and others. The agency unanimously approved a motion to adjourn and proceed to the MBA meeting at 7:42 p.m. A public hearing considered adoption of the 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget, with no changes noted.

• Adjourned and entered MBA meeting (unanimous)
• Public hearing on 2025‑2026 budget held, no changes

City Council

The council voted unanimously to approve the agenda order for the June 4 meeting. A proposal to rename Old Highway 91 to South Main Street was tabled for future discussion. Other items, including an annexation petition, a water‑well memorandum, and the fiscal‑year budget, were discussed but no formal decisions were recorded.

• Agenda order approved (unanimous)
• Street name change proposal tabled

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It gave a positive recommendation to vacate the drainage construction easement on 780 Cross Hollow Road, contingent on new easements, also by unanimous vote. It likewise approved a positive recommendation to vacate the public trail easement on 780 Cross Hollow Road, again unanimously. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Positive Recommendation to vacate drainage easement on 780 Cross Hollow Rd approved (unanimous)
• Positive Recommendation to vacate public trail easement on 780 Cross Hollow Rd approved (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Cedar City Board of Adjustments unanimously approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting and the findings of fact for the April 7 and May 5 meetings. It also unanimously approved Eileen Studley’s home‑occupation micro‑bakery at 2875 West Cody Drive, conditional on her reviewing any CC&R’s and obtaining a Cedar City business license. No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved findings of fact for April 7 and May 5, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved home‑occupation micro‑bakery request at 2875 West Cody Drive, contingent on CC&R review and business license (unanimous)

City Council

Councilmember Phillips moved to approve the agenda order for the work meeting and Councilmember Wilkey seconded the motion. The council voted unanimously to approve the agenda. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The recommendation to vacate Public Utility 780 Cross Hollow Road was postponed and will be reconsidered at the June 3, 2025 meeting.

• Approved May 6 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Tabled vacating Public Utility 780 Cross Hollow Road (revisit June 3)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee met on May 15, 2025 and reviewed two proposed ordinance amendments (building material and parking setbacks) and several general‑plan and zoning items for the 900 North Street development. Members discussed referring the ordinance changes to the Planning Commission for further study. No motions were adopted, denied, or voted on during the meeting.

City Council

Councilmember Cox moved to approve the agenda order, seconded by Councilmember Wilkey, and the council voted unanimously to adopt it. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff updates and public comments, with no other motions recorded or voted on.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The board discussed marker dedication timing, the America 250 celebration, and possible names for the Industrial Road Trail, but no formal actions or votes were taken on those items.

• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Cedar City Regional Airport Board approved the minutes from the April meeting by unanimous consent. The board received updates on SkyWest operations, the AOP line work, TSA door approvals, BLM ramp cleanup, FBO plans, Woolpert runway preservation bids, and upcoming projects such as terminal lighting, a vending space bid, and a September 2025 triennial drill. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous; motion by Phillips, seconded by Appel)

Municipal Building Authority

The Authority voted to adopt the 2025‑2026 fiscal year tentative budget. The motion was moved by Phillips, seconded by Cox, and passed with five votes in favor and zero against. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 6:16 p.m.

• Approved 2025‑2026 fiscal year tentative budget (5‑0)

Redevelopment Agency

The agency adopted the 2025‑2026 fiscal year tentative budget after a motion was moved and seconded. The vote was 5 in favor, 0 against, and 0 abstentions. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:14 p.m. by unanimous consent.

• Approved 2025‑2026 fiscal year tentative budget (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:14 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The council approved the agenda order, adopted the 2025‑2026 tentative budget, and passed several ordinances and resolutions. Items included a change order for the Coal Creek EWP project, a right‑of‑way vacancy, a development agreement, and the appointment of an honorary ambassador and a new finance director.

• Approved agenda order for City Council, RDA and MBA meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 to the Coal Creek EWP Project (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance vacating public right‑of‑way at ~2500 N. Main St (5‑0 vote)
• Approved development agreement for access and fencing near 800 N. 3700 W (5‑0 vote)
• Approved appointment of Johnny Jeounghoon Oh as honorary ambassador to Gapyeong, Korea (5‑0 vote)
• Approved ordinance amending Ordinance 35‑1.3 to further restrict automobile sales on public streets (5‑0 vote)
• Adopted the 2025‑2026 fiscal year tentative budget (unanimous)
• Appointed Terri Marsh as Finance Director (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council voted to increase the utilities budget by $5,000. A proposal to add full‑time and part‑time fire personnel and expand fire coverage was rejected. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Utilities budget increased by $5,000 (approved)
• Fire department staffing and coverage proposal rejected

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes from April 15, 2025. They also unanimously adopted a positive recommendation to move forward with the vacating of the right‑of‑way for the Cedar City Senior Seminary at 803 West 600 South. The same unanimous vote approved a positive recommendation to vacate the related public utility easement.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation to vacate right-of-way (unanimous)
• Positive recommendation to vacate public utility easement (unanimous)

City Council

The Cedar City City Council met on May 6, 2025 and presented the FY 2025‑26 budget. Members discussed employee salary increases, water system maintenance, meter replacement, and potential rate changes, but no votes or formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded in the minutes.

Board of Adjustments

The Board appointed Steven Nelson as acting chair and unanimously approved the April 7 minutes and findings of fact. It granted Malia Robins a home‑occupation daycare for up to 14 students, contingent on installing a 4‑foot fence. The Board also unanimously denied the request for a 10‑foot block‑wall fence variance at 2383 South Canyon Circle.

• Appointed Steven Nelson as acting chair (unanimous)
• Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved findings of fact for April 7, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Granted home‑occupation daycare up to 14 students, pending 4' fence (unanimous)
• Denied variance for 10‑foot block wall fence at 2383 South Canyon Circle (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The committee discussed a possible purchase of the 900 North property near 200 East, but no action was taken. A lot line adjustment for 386 North 100 East was not presented. An amendment to fence ordinance sections was reviewed, but no vote or approval was recorded.

City Council

Councilmember Phillips moved to approve the meeting agenda, which was seconded by Melling and passed unanimously. Later, Councilmember Phillips moved to adjourn the council at 7:37 p.m., seconded by Robert Cox, and the motion carried unanimously. No other substantive actions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:37 p.m. (unanimous vote)

City Council

The council unanimously approved the agenda order and the consent agenda items. It voted 5‑0 to amend the general plan and change the zone for the property at 1600 North Wedgewood Lane from R‑3 to central commercial. The American250 Resolution and creation of a Utah community committee were approved, with the recorded vote listed as AYE. AIP 049 Change Order #9 was approved with a 4‑0‑1 vote (four AYE, one abstention).

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved zoning amendment for 1600 N. Wedgewood Lane, changing zone from R‑3 to central commercial (5 AYE, 0 NAY)
• Approved American250 Resolution and creation of Utah community committee (recorded as AYE)
• Approved AIP 049 Change Order #9 (4 AYE, 0 NAY, 1 abstain)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee met on April 17, 2025 to discuss a proposed zone change for the 3000 N Go area, a street name change for Old Highway 91 to South Main, and a building addition for Centro Pizza at 50 W Center Street. Staff raised utility notice requirements and planning considerations for each item. No vote totals, approvals, denials, or formal actions were documented in the minutes.

City Council

Councilmember Phillips moved to approve the agenda and Councilmember Melling seconded; the motion passed unanimously. Mayor Green opened a public hearing on a proposed general‑plan and zoning change, but no comments were received and the hearing closed without a decision. The council discussed several other items—including a cul‑de‑sac length variance, a 250th‑anniversary resolution, and airport maintenance change orders—but no votes or formal actions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved the April 1, 2024 meeting minutes. It also adopted a positive, unanimous recommendation for the Section 32‑9 Northwest Reimbursement Area agreement.

• Approved April 1, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted positive recommendation for Section 32‑9 Northwest Reimbursement Area (unanimous)

Airport Board

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the March meeting. It set May 1 as the official transition date from the old to the new terminal area. The board also cancelled the scheduled April 30 flight to allow contractor inspections and scheduled the next board meeting to be held in the airport conference room.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set May 1 as transition date from old to new terminal area
• Cancelled April 30 flight to allow 48‑hour contractor inspection period
• Scheduled next board meeting to be held in the airport conference room

Redevelopment Agency

The agency reviewed a resolution to revise the 2024‑2025 fiscal budget. A motion to approve the resolution was made by Melling and seconded by Wilkey. The minutes do not record any vote totals or a final outcome.

City Council

The City Council voted to amend the zoning for the property near 366 Dewey Avenue from R-3-M to a Single‑Family Housing District (4‑1). It also approved a zoning amendment for 2604 S. Old Highway 91, changes to building‑height limits in residential zones, and a consent agenda that included several contracts and change orders. All votes were recorded on the April 9, 2025 meeting.

• Approved zoning amendment from R-3-M to SHD for 366 Dewey Ave (4‑1)
• Approved zoning amendment from MPD to R-2-1, R-3-M and CC for 2604 S. Old Highway 91 (5‑0)
• Approved modifications to building‑height limits in residential zones to 24 ft (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items including agreement with State of Utah for Cooperative Wildfire System, bid of $174.2s0.00 for CV detention pond landscaping, change order #2 for cemetery renovation, and change order #8 for AIP‑049 RT terminal (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the March 18 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded; the remaining agenda items were discussion and updates.

• Approved March 18 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Board approved the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting and the related findings of fact, both unanimously. It then unanimously approved a home‑occupation daycare at 257 South 700 West (Imagination Creation Daycare) and another at 309 South 1000 West (Bizzy Bee Daycare). No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 3, 2025 findings of fact (unanimous)
• Approved Imagination Creation Daycare home occupation at 257 South 700 West (unanimous)
• Approved Bizzy Bee Daycare home occupation at 309 South 1000 West (unanimous)

Cedar City Active Transportation Committee (ATC)

The ATC unanimously approved a motion to move the Southview Trail plan and change its status from a sidepath to a paved trail. The Bicycle Friendly Community application was tabled to the next meeting. The meeting minutes were approved despite no prior minutes being available. The committee adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved conversion of Southview Trail from sidepath to paved (unanimous)
• Tabled Bicycle Friendly Community application to next meeting
• Approved meeting minutes (no prior minutes available)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Project Review/Sketch Meeting

The Sketch & Project Review Committee discussed two building proposals—improvements at 3454 W. Diamonti Lane and an AG building at 600 N. 1600 W. No approvals, denials, or formal votes were recorded. Staff noted required permits, setbacks, drainage, and parcel verification, and the meeting adjourned at 8:42 a.m.

Redevelopment Agency

The agency held a public hearing that received no comments. Members discussed moving unused façade and tenant‑improvement funds and tax‑incentive money to various partners and projects. A motion to adjourn and reconvene in the Special City Council Action meeting was moved, seconded, and passed unanimously.

• Adjourned and returned to Special City Council Action meeting (unanimous)

City Council

Councilmember Phillips moved to approve the agenda order for the Work, Special Action and RDA meetings, and Councilmember Melling seconded the motion. The council voted unanimously to adopt the agenda. No other items were formally decided; remaining topics were discussed without a vote.

• Approved agenda order for Work, Special Action and RDA meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The council adopted a resolution amending the consolidated fee schedule to add a $1,500 reimbursement fee for the Northwest Water Reimbursement area. The vote was 4 ayes and 1 nay (Councilmember Wilkey). Procedural motions to adjourn, reconvene, and enter a closed session were also approved unanimously.

• Approved $1,500 Northwest Water Reimbursement fee (4-1)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)
• Reopened the meeting at 7:47 p.m. (unanimous)
• Entered closed session at 7:48 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned the closed session at 8:08 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Cedar City Planning Commission approved the minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting by unanimous vote. A public hearing was held on a proposed amendment to the downtown sign ordinance, but no motion or vote on the amendment was recorded. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved March 18, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items, including minutes and ratified bills. It approved the 2025 Municipal Wastewater Planning Program by a 4‑0 vote and adopted a personnel policy amendment by the same margin. The council awarded the Diamond Z Arena addition contract to Bonneville for $1,848,535, and approved a deferral agreement for 48 Ranch Phase 5 on Westview Drive with four AYE votes.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items – minutes and ratified bills (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Municipal Wastewater Planning Program (4‑0)
• Awarded Diamond Z Arena addition contract to Bonneville for $1,848,535 (unanimous)
• Approved city Personnel Policy amendment (4‑0)
• Approved deferral agreement for 48 Ranch Phase 5 on Westview Drive (4 AYE)

City Council

The Cedar City Council held a reheat on March 21, 2025 to review water‑supply challenges and potential infrastructure projects, including booster pumps, pressure reduction, and connections to the Central Iron County Water Conservancy District. Staff presented cost estimates ranging from $4 million to $17 million and outlined several routing alternatives such as Port 15, the Gemini connection, and a line under the railroad. The council identified next steps, including modeling the Port 15 option and obtaining easements, but no motions were adopted, no votes were taken, and no actions were formally approved.

City Council

The council unanimously approved the agenda order. Councilmember Wilkey moved, and Councilmember Phillips seconded, to have Councilmember Riddle serve as Mayor pro‑Tem for items 6 and 7, which also passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Appointed Councilmember Riddle as Mayor pro‑Tem for items 6‑7 (unanimous)