Ephraim public meetings in 2024
80 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will review the FY24 audit results and discuss the disbursement of RAP Tax funds. The body is deciding on a new subdivision ordinance, updated electric fees, and the final plat for a town home project.
- Final plat approval for The Village at Ephraim Crossing Phase 2 (10 total units)
- Ordinance 24-06 to repeal and replace the existing subdivision ordinance
- Resolution 24-07 to revise electric fees and rates
- RAP Tax Committee recommended disbursement of funds
- Cemetery Board appointment of Vickie Anderson for three years
The Ephraim City Council unanimously adopted a new subdivision ordinance (ECO 24-06) that streamlines the approval process, and approved updated electric rates and structure (ECO 24-07) based on a five-year rate study. The council also approved the final subdivision for Camino Verde Group at Ephraim Crossing, appointed Vickie Olson to the Cemetery Board, and directed staff to place creation of a Scandinavian Festival Board on a future agenda. The FY2024 audit noted budget overruns in the Solid Waste Plant and a deficit in the Parks and Recreation Fund.
- Adopted ECO 24-06, repealing and replacing the subdivision ordinance (unanimous)
- Adopted ECO 24-07, revising electric fees and rate structure (unanimous)
- Approved final subdivision for Camino Verde Group at Ephraim Crossing (unanimous)
- Appointed Vickie Olson to a three-year Cemetery Board term (unanimous)
- Directed staff to add Scandinavian Festival Board creation to next meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including warrant register and meeting minutes (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the city's Subdivision Regulations to comply with state law and support sustainable development. The commission will also consider approving the final plat for Phase 2 of The Village at Ephraim Crossing, adding 2 townhomes and 10 additional units on Assessor’s Parcel S-6190x2, with infrastructure already in place.
- Public hearing on Ephraim City Subdivision Regulation Amendment (ECC 11) to ensure state law compliance
- Final plat for The Village at Ephraim Crossing Phase 2: 2 townhomes and 10 additional units on parcel S-6190x2
- Phase 1 already approved and partially built; infrastructure for Phase 2 is in place
- Approval of minutes from November 13, 2024 meeting
- Planner's report and other routine business
Cemetery Board
The Cemetery Board will meet to discuss flag posts and lighting at Park Cemetery. The board will also recommend a new member for City Council appointment.
- Park Cemetery flag permanent posts
- Light on flags at Park Cemetery
- New board member recommendation for City Council
RAP Tax Committee
The Ephraim City Recreation, Arts, and Parks (RAP) Tax Committee will review grant reports for projects approved in June 2024, including $1,300 for the library summer reading program and $12,000 for picnic tables at Family Park. They will also discuss new applications from the Recreation and Public Library, and vote on a recommendation for RAP tax fund disbursement to the City Council.
- Review of $1,300 (ARTS) grant for Ephraim City Library summer reading program
- Review of $12,000 (Parks) grant for ten picnic tables at Family Park
- Discussion of new applications from Ephraim City Recreation and Ephraim Public Library
- Approval of recommendation for RAP tax fund disbursement to the City Council
- Approval of minutes from December 13, 2023 and June 12, 2024
The Ephraim RAP Tax Committee approved $200,000 for pickleball courts at a city property, contingent on grant matching funds, after Snow College withdrew support for the original location. They also approved $2,000 for wife-carrying competition equipment and $2,317.27 for library drop boxes. Prior minutes were approved, and a grant report noted the library returned unspent funds.
- Approved $200,000 for pickleball courts on city property, contingent on grant match (unanimous)
- Approved $2,000 for wife-carrying competition equipment (unanimous)
- Approved $2,317.27 for library drop boxes (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from Dec 13, 2023 and Jun 12, 2024 (unanimous)
- Supported continuation of skate bowl project and allocated funds (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to issue up to $6,500,000 in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds. The funds are intended to finance a new public works building. The council will also review a new subdivision ordinance.
- Public hearing on issuance of up to $6,500,000 of Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for a new public works building
- Resolution 24-20: Authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $6,500,000 of Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
- Review of New Subdivision Ordinance
- Presentation on US-6/US-89 safety project (UDOT PIN 22192) to realign roadway
The Ephraim City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing up to $6.5 million in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds to finance construction of a new Public Works building. The council also approved the consent agenda and heard a presentation on a US-6/US-89 safety project, for which they were asked to sign a letter of support. A public hearing on the bond was held with no written resident comments, though one resident asked about potential utility rate impacts. The council went into closed session to discuss the sale of real property and adjourned without further action.
- Approved ECR 24-20 authorizing up to $6.5M in Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for Public Works building (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including warrant register and meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Held public hearing on bond; no written comments submitted
- Moved to closed session to discuss sale of real property (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for November 27, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting will be held on December 11, 2024, at Ephraim City Hall.
City Council
The Ephraim City Council will swear in a new city manager and consider several action items, including resolutions on power cost adjustments and a public entity agreement, a memorandum of understanding with Bishop Storehouse, and an ordinance amending fencing requirements. The council will also discuss a general plan amendment and a proposal to rezone parcel S-788 to Industrial for construction of a new public works building.
- Swearing in of Katie Witt as City Manager
- Resolution 24-17 on PCA Power Cost Adjustment
- Resolution 24-19: Memorandum of Understanding with Bishop Storehouse
- Ordinance 24-05: Amending fencing requirements for commercial, industrial, and residential zones
- General Plan Amendment and rezone of parcel S-788 to Industrial for a Public Works Building
City Council
This work meeting of the Ephraim City Council is purely procedural. The council will review the warrant register and discuss the agenda for an upcoming meeting. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Warrant Register Review
- Agenda Review
City Council
The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Cities Program. The session aims to provide information on program requirements and discuss possible applications for funding administered by the State of Utah.
- Public hearing on CDBG Small Cities Program funding eligibility and applications
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding zoning changes and fencing requirements. The body will discuss rezoning a 6.50-acre parcel to allow for a city facility.
- General Plan Amendment and Rezone of Parcel S-788 (6.50 acres) to Industrial (I) for a new Ephraim City Public Works yard
- Public hearing on fencing requirements for Commercial, Industrial, and Residential Zones
Recreation Board
The board will discuss program updates including flag football survey results and basketball league options, as well as the Christmas Light Parade with a drone show. They will also receive updates on current projects such as the skatepark bowl, trail project, and pickleball courts, with funding from CDBG ($250,000), LWCF ($200,000), and RAP ($100,000+).
- Director's report on Flag Football Survey results
- Discussion of all-girls basketball teams for 1st/2nd grade and 3rd/4th grade boys Ephraim-only league
- Discussion of basketball tournament
- Christmas Light Parade with drone show
- Project updates: skatepark bowl, trail project, pickleball courts with $250,000 CDBG, $200,000 LWCF, $100,000+ RAP
Cemetery Board
The regular meeting of the Ephraim City Cemetery Board scheduled for November 13, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 11, 2024.
City Council
The Ephraim City Council will meet to introduce the new City Manager and consider several financial and infrastructure items. Key discussions include the issuance of sales tax revenue bonds for a new Public Works Yard and a bid for a trail project.
- Issuance and sale of up to $6,500,000 of sales tax revenue bonds for a new Public Works Yard
- Awarding of the Mill Road/Canyon Road Trail Project bid
- Lease purchase agreement between Zions Bancorporation and Ephraim City for vehicle financing
- Millard County Power Project power sales contract with Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems
- Power County Power Project power sales contract with Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems
City Council
The Ephraim and Manti city councils are meeting jointly to discuss the transition of the local airport, including the formation of an airport authority, appointment of an airport manager, and the creation of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the two cities. County involvement and an executive board are also on the agenda. No decisions are recorded; these are discussion items.
- Airport transition discussion
- Airport authority formation (Tom Herbert)
- Airport manager appointment (Tom Herbert)
- MOU between Ephraim and Manti cities
- County involvement in airport matters
City Council
This meeting is a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Ephraim Co-op Building; no official city business will be conducted.
City Council
This meeting is solely for the Ephraim City Council to attend interviews for a new city manager. No official city business will be conducted, and a closed session is held to discuss the character and professional competence of an individual, likely the candidates.
- Closed session under Utah Code 52-4-205 to discuss character and professional competence of an individual (city manager candidates).
Planning & Zoning
The October 23, 2024 regular meeting of the Ephraim City Planning Commission has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Ephraim City Hall.
City Council
The Ephraim City Council will hold a work meeting at 5:30 PM to review the monthly finance report and agenda, followed by a business meeting at 6:00 PM. Key actions include swearing in Officer Tyler Donaldson, a road analysis presentation from Jones & DeMille, awarding a bid for the 500 East sidewalk project, and discussing possible revocation of Bonnie Nielson's business license.
- Swearing in of Officer Tyler Donaldson
- Jones & DeMille Vialytics road analysis presentation
- Awarding of bid for 500 East sidewalk project
- Discussion and possible revocation of Bonnie Nielson's business license
- Approval of October 14 warrant register and October 2 meeting minutes
City Council
This is a notice of a quorum for the Ephraim City Council to attend a planning meeting regarding the public works building. No official city business will be conducted. The notice was posted as required.
Planning & Zoning
This regular meeting of the Ephraim City Planning Commission was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2024.
- Meeting canceled; next meeting set for October 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM at City Hall
Cemetery Board
The Ephraim City Cemetery Board will hear an exception request for spaces M_43_7 and M_43_6 from Mr. and Mrs. Mack. Other items include discussion of Veterans Day flags, an overview of the CIMS program for veterans, and filling a board member vacancy. The meeting will also approve previous minutes and receive a sexton report.
- Exception request for spaces M_43_7 & M_43_6 from Mr. and Mrs. Mack
- Discussion of Veterans Day flags placement
- Overview of the CIMS program related to veterans
- Board member vacancy to be addressed
- Approval of minutes from June 12 and July 10, 2024
City Council
This is a quorum notice for the Ephraim City Council to attend a planning meeting for the public works building. No official city business will be conducted at this meeting.
City Council
The City Council will review proposed updates to subdivision septic regulations and a new ordinance to regulate outdoor lighting. The body will also discuss costs for a 3D laser scan for a gas-powered generating plant and review a road analysis presentation.
- Ordinance 24-03: Proposed update to Land Use Ordinance regarding septic system requirements
- Ordinance 24-04: Proposed outdoor lighting ordinance to minimize light pollution and glare
- Discussion of costs for Wheeler Power Systems 3D laser scan for gas-powered generating plant
- Jones & Demille Vialytics road analysis presentation
- Approval of the September 30, 2024, warrant register
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss a proposed lighting ordinance and an update to subdivision regulations (Ordinance 24-03) concerning septic systems. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a planner's report.
- Proposed Lighting Ordinance (linked document)
- Ephraim City Ordinance 24-03: Septic Update in Subdivision Regulations
City Council
The Ephraim City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 18, 2024, at 5:30 PM, with a public livestream available. The council will discuss routine items including a Library Board By-laws update, FY 2024 collection charge-offs, and ratification of past meeting minutes. No major policy decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Library Board By-laws update (Resolution 24-12) increasing members from 5 to 7
- FY 2024 collection charge-offs for accounts past statute of limitations
- Ratification of September 4 and 16, 2024, warrant registers
- Approval of August 21, 2024, City Council meeting minutes
- Three-year appointments to the Library Board (Kim Powell, Bonnie Taylor, Lacey Hall)
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will hold a field trip on September 11, 2024, to the Snow College Planetarium. The meeting is purely educational with no agenda items or discussions.
- Field trip to Snow College Planetarium Dome Theater at 111 E Center St, Ephraim
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will meet to discuss a specific update to city ordinances. The primary focus is a proposed change to septic regulations within subdivisions.
- Ephraim City Ordinance 24-03: Septic Update in Subdivision Regulations
City Council
The City Council will review requests for a lot split and conditional use permits for duplexes at 70 S 200 W, and a rezoning request for housing units at 469 W 100 S. The body will also consider an update to septic regulations in subdivision ordinances.
- Lot split and conditional use permit for two duplexes at 70 S 200 W
- Rezoning of 469 W 100 S from Residential Agriculture (RA) to Medium Density Residential (R3) for four housing units
- Ordinance 24-03 regarding septic updates in subdivision regulations
- Swearing in of police officers Chancine Frisby and Burlington Willardson
- Three-year appointment of Tyler Alder to the Recreation Board as an alternate
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss and decide on two agenda items: a proposal by Antonio Jimenez to demolish a home, split a parcel into two lots, and build duplexes on each; and a rezone request by Troy Beal to change a .66-acre parcel from Residential Agriculture (RA) to Medium Density Residential (R3) to allow four housing units. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and a planner's report.
- Antonio Jimenez proposes demolishing existing home at ~84 S 200 W, splitting parcel S-684 into two lots (0.34 and 0.31 acres), and building a duplex on each lot (3-bedroom units, 3600-3750 sq ft each, back lot with private road access)
- Troy Beal requests rezone of parcel S-766 (~469 W 100 S) from RA to R3 to build four 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom housing units on the .66-acre property
- Approval of minutes from July 10, 2024 meeting
Cemetery Board
The regular meeting of the Ephraim City Cemetery Board scheduled for August 14, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting will be held on September 11, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Ephraim City Hall.
City Council
The Ephraim City Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations from the Youth City Council and Miss Ephraim royalty, then vote on a consent agenda including a resolution for a bathroom privacy policy (Resolution 24-10), discuss canceling the September 4th meeting, and consider an alternative city logo. The council will also approve the warrant register and meeting minutes. Public comment is invited on items not on the agenda.
- Resolution 24-10: Bathroom Privacy Policy – a resolution creating a city privacy plan
- Discussion on canceling the September 4, 2024, council meeting
- Consideration of an alternative city logo
- Approval of the August 5, 2024, warrant register
- Approval of July 17 and July 29, 2024, council meeting minutes
The Ephraim City Council unanimously approved Resolution 24-10, a state-mandated bathroom privacy policy, with no current facility modifications. The council also voted unanimously to cancel the September 4, 2024 meeting due to staff attending the ULCT conference. Consent items approved included the August 5 warrant register and minutes from July 17 and July 29 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were reports and presentations.
- Approved ECR 24-10 Bathroom Privacy Policy (unanimous)
- Cancelled September 4, 2024 City Council meeting (unanimous)
- Approved August 5, 2024 Warrant Register (unanimous)
- Approved July 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved July 29, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
City Council
Ephraim City Council is holding a truth-in-taxation public hearing to present the tax rate and receive public comment, followed by consideration of Resolution 24-11 to adopt a property tax increase.
- Truth in Taxation public hearing with presentation of tax rate and public comment
- Ephraim City Resolution 24-11 adopting a property tax increase
City Council
The Ephraim City Council is proposing a 9.45% increase in property tax revenue above last year's budget, excluding new growth. For a $424,000 residence, the annual tax would rise from $229.47 to $250.22 (an increase of $20.75), and for a business of the same value, from $417.22 to $454.95 (an increase of $37.73). A public hearing on the proposed increase is scheduled for August 7, 2024 at 6:00 PM at City Hall Council Room.
- Proposed property tax revenue increase of 9.45% over last year's budget
- Residential tax on $424,000 property: from $229.47 to $250.22 per year
- Business tax on $424,000 property: from $417.22 to $454.95 per year
- Public hearing on tax increase on August 7, 2024 at 6:00 PM
City Council
The Ephraim City Council is holding a work meeting to receive department reports and conduct a fraud risk assessment review. The agenda also includes an agenda review for the upcoming regular meeting. No public hearings or action items with dollar amounts are listed.
- Fraud Risk Assessment Review
- Department Reports from city staff
- Agenda Review for future meeting items
City Council
The City Council and City Manager are meeting for a summer planning session at the Lloyd Stevens Cabin. The agenda consists of presentations, discussions with guests, and a City Manager report.
- Discussion with Troy Shelly, Steve Lund, and Stacee McIff
- Presentation by Tad Callister
- Presentation by Aaron Wood of Intermountain Health
- City Manager report by Sean Lewis
- Hydro tour led by Cory Daniels at the mouth of Ephraim Canyon
The Ephraim City Council held a planning meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They heard presentations from Congressman Burgess Owens, county candidate Troy Shelley, Snow College representative Stacee Mclff, and others, covering topics like immigration, education, hospital replacement, road projects, and development plans. The meeting was informational only, with no substantive actions taken.
- No formal decisions or votes taken during the planning meeting
- 48 tiny homes were approved (reported as an update, not a council action)
- Full-time administrator to be hired for the landfill (announced by Mayor Scott)
City Council
The Ephraim City Council is attending a planning meeting for the public works building with Jones & DeMille. No official city business will be conducted. This is a procedural quorum notice.
- Planning meeting for public works building with Jones & DeMille
- No official city business conducted
The Ephraim City Council held a work meeting to discuss the new Public Works Yard, focusing on the design and cost of the project. They agreed to continue with the presented structure, which includes separate buildings for the power and public works departments, despite the estimated cost of $10,754,000. The council also discussed payment options, including bonds and grants, with approximately $3.1 million available for the project. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion and direction.
- Agreed to continue with the presented structure for the Public Works Yard
- Agreed to separate power and public works departments into separate buildings
Planning & Zoning
The regular July 24, 2024 meeting of the Ephraim City Planning Commission has been canceled. The next scheduled meeting will be on August 14, 2024.
City Council
The City Council will receive a presentation from consultants regarding a power rate study to provide policy guidance. The body will also consider a fee schedule update for the library and a donation request for a sheep project.
- Power rate study presentation by Cory Daniels, Sean Lewis, and Jon Knudsen
- Ordinance 24-02: Library fee schedule update
- Donation request for sheep project from Everitt children
- City code violation update for 294 N. 300 E.
- Discussion of bathroom policy
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will meet on July 10, 2024. The agenda includes a rezoning request for Troy Beal and the approval of minutes from June 26, 2024.
- Troy Beal rezoning request
- Approval of June 26, 2024, meeting minutes
Cemetery Board
The Ephraim City Cemetery Board will discuss the 2025 Memorial Day Program and EYCC and Wreaths across America for December. The agenda also includes a Sexton report and approval of minutes from June 12, 2024.
- 2025 Memorial Day Program discussion
- EYCC and Wreaths across America December planning
- New flag purchases
- Approval of June 12, 2024 minutes
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will meet on June 26, 2024, to hold a discussion regarding subdivision code changes. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April and May 2024 and a planner's report.
- Discussion regarding subdivision code changes
- Approval of minutes from 4/24/2024 and 5/22/2024
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the issuance of Parity Water Revenue Bonds for culinary water system improvements. The council is also considering budget amendments for 2024 and the budget adoption for 2025.
- Public hearing on Parity Water Revenue Bonds for a new well, well house, and pipeline
- Public hearing for 2024 budget amendments and 2025 budget adoption
- Ordinance 24-01 regarding fee schedule updates
- Resolution 24-09 regarding the certified tax rate
- Approval of RAP (Recreation, Arts, and Parks) fund distribution
RAP Tax Committee
The committee will review reports from previously awarded grants and evaluate new applications for arts, recreation, and parks funding. Following discussion, the committee will provide recommendations to the Ephraim City Council regarding the disbursement of RAP Tax funds.
- Review of previous grants: AbilityFirst, Ephraim Library, Granary Arts, and Ephraim City Rec
- Applications for arts funding from Ephraim City Library, Granary Arts, Tyce Walker, and Ephraim City Events
- Applications for recreation funding from Jordan Howe and Amanda Hansen
- Application for parks funding from Ephraim City Public Works
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
Cemetery Board
The Ephraim City Cemetery Board will discuss plans for the 2025 Memorial Day Program and the purchase of updated flag plaques. The meeting also includes a Sexton report and the approval of minutes from May 8, 2024.
- 2025 Memorial Day Program
- Updated Flag Plaque Purchases
- Approval of May 8, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The council will hold public hearings regarding compensation increases for several city directors and chiefs effective July 1, 2024. They will also discuss the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The work session includes discussions on grazing leases and landfill fees.
- Public hearing on compensation increases for city directors and chiefs
- Public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025
- Appointment of Larry Lund to a three-year term on the Airport Board
- Presentation of a life saving award to Colby Zeeman
- Discussion regarding grazing leases and landfill fees
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will hold a regular public meeting to consider a proposed Dark Sky Ordinance and discuss short-term rental regulations. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes and a planner's report. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and proposal review.
- Dark Sky Ordinance proposal
- Short-term rental discussion
- Approval of minutes from 4/24/2024
- Planner's report
City Council
The council will discuss the FY25 budget and consider Resolution 24-08 regarding Parity Water Revenue Bonds. The agenda also includes a review of a code violation at 294 N. 300 E. and an annual presentation for Miss Ephraim.
- Consideration of Resolution 24-08 regarding Parity Water Revenue Bonds
- Discussion of the FY25 budget
- Review of a city code violation at 294 N. 300 E.
- Miss Ephraim Annual Review presentation
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for May 8, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for May 22, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Ephraim City Hall, 5 South Main, Ephraim, Utah. This agenda contains only procedural notice of the cancellation and next meeting date.
- Meeting canceled for May 8, 2024
- Next meeting scheduled May 22, 2024, 6:00 PM at Ephraim City Hall, 5 South Main
Cemetery Board
The Ephraim City Cemetery Board is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss several upcoming cemetery-related items. The main agenda items include planning the Memorial Day program, a Pioneer Cemetery clean-up day on May 18, a veterans list, and flag placement from May 22-29. The meeting also includes a sexton report, old business, public comment, and board member reports.
- Memorial Day Program planning
- Pioneer Cemetery Clean-Up Day on May 18, 8am-12pm
- Veterans List discussion
- Flags to be placed May 22-29
City Council
The council will review presentations regarding arts and transportation bills. They will also consider several consent items, including housing permit amendments and retirement contribution resolutions.
- Amending Ephraim Meadows multi-family permit to allow an HOA and unit sales
- Resolution for UAMPS Firm Power Project Tax Certificate and Agreement
- Resolution for city to pay employee portion of Tier II retirement contributions
- Fire Protection Agreement between Ephraim City and Sanpete County
- Code violation appeals for 95 W. 300 S. and 294 N. 300 E.
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss a Dark Sky Ordinance, which is the only substantive agenda item. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a planner's report.
- Discussion on Dark Sky Ordinance
- Approval of minutes from April 10, 2024
City Council
Members of the Ephraim City Council will attend the ULCT Conference in St. George, Utah, from April 17–19. This notice of quorum indicates that no official city business will be conducted during this time.
Library Board
The Ephraim Public Library Board is meeting to review and vote on the minutes from the last meeting, receive a director's report, and discuss several policy and planning items. Key topics include a proposed staffing policy amendment regarding interns, a code of conduct follow-up, and a strategic plan review. The board may also vote to enter closed session as permitted by state law.
- Proposed staffing policy amendment to include paid or unpaid interns under the 2-person staffing rule during open hours
- Code of Conduct follow-up discussion
- Strategic Plan review discussion
- Annual Board Calendar discussion
- Vote to approve minutes from last meeting
Recreation Board
The Ephraim City Recreation Board is meeting to discuss routine business, including a recreation app, a deadline policy with possible late fees, and updates on current projects like the skatepark and a $15,000 Active People Healthy Utah grant. The board will also hear a director's report on sports coordinator interviews and food vendors, and review program statuses, including the cancellation of adult volleyball.
- Discussion of recreation app and deadline policy/late fee
- Skatepark lights and bowl update
- Active People Healthy Utah grant ($15,000)
- Pickleball with Snow College
- Adult volleyball cancelled
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 10, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Ephraim City Hall. The main action item is a request from applicant Ralph Calder to amend conditions of a previously approved Conditional Use Permit for a two-story, 14-unit condominium development, originally approved in May 2021. The amendment would allow an HOA to own and sell all units, removing the prior condition that the owner retain at least 50% ownership. The commission will also approve minutes from the March 27, 2024 meeting and hear a planner's report.
- Applicant Ralph Calder requests amendment to CUP for 14-unit condominium to allow HOA and sale of all units
- Previous CUP condition required owner to maintain at least 50% unit ownership
- Meeting at Ephraim City Hall, 5 South Main, Ephraim, Utah
- Approval of minutes from 3/27/2024 meeting
Cemetery Board
The Ephraim City Cemetery Board is holding a regular meeting to approve the minutes from March 13, 2024, and discuss agenda items including the Memorial Day program and a draft of by-laws. The sexton report, old business, public comment, and board member reports are also on the agenda. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Review draft of by-laws
- Memorial Day program discussion
- Approval of minutes from 03/13/24
City Council
The Ephraim City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes two conditional use permits for detached accessory dwelling units, an Arbor Day resolution, and routine financial approvals. The meeting also features department reports, public comment, and a closed session before adjournment.
- Conditional use permit for Antonio Jimenez to construct a detached accessory dwelling unit at ~230 N 150 W
- Conditional use permit for Jose Jimenez to construct a detached accessory dwelling unit at ~136 W 200 N
- ECR 24-03 Arbor Day Resolution
- Approval of the April 1, 2024 warrant register and March 20, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review two applications for detached accessory buildings, approve the previous meeting's minutes, and receive a planner's report. The meeting is open to the public and will be recorded.
- Detached accessory building at 136 W 200 N (parcel S-440), 35'x30', 1,050 sq ft
- Detached accessory building at 230 N 150 W (parcel S-452x3), 35'x35', 1,225 sq ft
- Approval of minutes from March 13, 2024 meeting
City Council
The council will consider a preliminary plat for the Temple Cove subdivision and a resolution to adopt the municipal wastewater planning program. The meeting also includes presentations from Senator Darrin Owens and a Placer.ai demo.
- Temple Cove Subdivision preliminary plat for 16 parcels in R1 Zone
- Resolution ECR 24-02 adopting the Municipal Wastewater Planning Program
- Appointment of Carol Jacobsen to the Planning Commission
- Legislative update from Senator Darrin Owens
- Placer.ai demonstration
Library Board
The Ephraim Public Library Board will meet to discuss and potentially vote on several library operations items. These include a proposed staffing policy, adjustments to fines and circulation policies, a donation from Jerry Dahl, and subscription apps. The board will also approve minutes from the last meeting and set its annual calendar.
- Proposed staffing policy requiring 2 staff members during open hours
- Adjustment of library fines, fees, and circulation policies to align with Manti and Mt. Pleasant
- Plan for the Jerry Dahl donation collection
- Board feedback on Bookflix and Scholastic Teachables subscription apps
- Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
Recreation Board
The Ephraim City Recreation Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss current programs, community events, and project updates. The board will hear the director's report on basketball season surveys and deadlines, review program registrations, and receive updates on the skatepark and several grants. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Skatepark update: lights and bowl
- UORG grant: $200,000
- Active People Healthy Utah grant: $15,000
- Sorensen Legacy Foundation grant: $50,000
- Golden Goose Egg Hunt on March 30th
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Cemetery Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss the Memorial Day program and review a draft of by-laws. The board will also hear the sexton's report and take public comment. The meeting is mostly routine business.
- Review draft of by-laws
- Memorial Day program discussion
- Approval of minutes from 12/13/2023 and 2/14/2024
Cemetery Board
The Ephraim City Cemetery Board is holding a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss the Memorial Day Program, and review a draft of the board's by-laws. The sexton will give a report, and there will be opportunities for public comment and board member reports.
- Approval of minutes from 12/13/2023 and 2/14/2024
- Discussion of Memorial Day Program
- Review of draft by-laws
City Council
This is a notice that Ephraim City Council members may attend a lease signing at the Ephraim Co-op Building on March 11, 2024, at 1:00 PM. No official city business will be conducted at this event, and the agenda contains only this procedural notice.
- Lease signing at Ephraim Co-op Building, 96 North Main Street, Ephraim, UT
Ephraim City Housing Authority
The Ephraim City Housing Authority will approve minutes from June 7, 2022, and review a property boundary adjustment for Vivian Kunz. The board will also discuss an update on the Katherine Anderson property, a proposal to the Ephraim City Council, and committee adjustments. Additionally, the body will review its budget and balance sheet.
- Approve minutes from 6/7/2022
- Review property boundary adjustment (Vivian Kunz)
- Update on Katherine Anderson property
- Report on proposal to Ephraim City Council
- Review budget and balance sheet
City Council
The council will review the February warrant register and previous meeting minutes. They will also consider a conditional use permit for an attached accessory dwelling at 720 S 100 E. Additionally, the April 17th council meeting is proposed for cancellation.
- Conditional use permit for an attached accessory dwelling at 720 S 100 E
- Approval of the February 20, 2024, warrant register
- Approval of the February 7, 2024, meeting minutes
- Cancellation of the April 17th council meeting
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will consider an application for an attached accessory building. The project includes a one-story structure and a deck at 720 S 100 E.
- Proposed 30’ x 44’ attached accessory building at 720 S 100 E
- Proposed 1,320 square foot total structure with a 315 square foot dwelling portion
- Proposed addition of a deck to match the existing deck
Cemetery Board
The Ephraim City Cemetery Board is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, receive the sexton's report, and discuss agenda items including Open and Public Meetings Act (OPMA) training and a speaker for the Memorial Day program. The meeting is largely routine administrative business with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes from December 13, 2023
- Discussion of OPMA training
- Discussion of Memorial Day Program speaker
- Sexton report
City Council
The City Council will conduct a work session to set goals, priorities, and policy directions for 2024. The meeting also includes several presentations from various organizations.
- Strategic Plan Work Session regarding 2024 goals and priorities
- State Fire Certification Council presentation
- Army Corp of Engineers Flood Plain presentation
- UAMPS presentation by Mason Baker
- Ferguson Group introduction via Zoom
City Council
The Ephraim City Council will hold a work meeting at City Hall. The agenda consists of department reports and an agenda review.
City Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the disposition of the Historic Square property. The agenda also includes the approval of the Ephraim Crossing Phase Four Subdivision Final Plat.
- Public hearing regarding the disposition of Historic Square property
- Approval of Ephraim Crossing Phase Four Subdivision Final Plat to divide parcel S-782 into three lots
- Appointment of Andrew Olsen to a five-year Utilities Board term
- Approval of January 16, 2024, Warrant Register
City Council
The Ephraim City Council will hold a work meeting to hear a presentation from the Army Corps of Engineers regarding the flood plain. The agenda also includes department reports and an agenda review.
- Presentation from the Army Corps of Engineers (Flood Plain)
Library Board
The Ephraim Public Library Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public input, and receive reports from Library Director Michael Thompson, including staff interviews, a new hire update, volunteer hours, and programming. The board will also discuss revised library hours, old business from a December staff meeting (till, cameras, library culture), and set the annual board calendar.
- Official welcome of Ephraim Public City Library - Michael Thompson
- Library Director reports: staff interview coverage, new hire update, volunteer hours, programming
- Discussion of revised library hours
- Review of December 7, 2023 staff meeting items: till, cameras, library culture
- Annual Board Calendar discussion
City Council
The Ephraim City Council and City Manager will meet for a 2024 planning session. This meeting is scheduled to take place at the Noyes Building Heritage Room.
Recreation Board
The Ephraim City Recreation Board is meeting to discuss a potential deal with Snow College, a possible ban on cooking in the Community Center, and several grants and projects. They will also review upcoming programs and community events. The meeting includes public comment and updates on the skatepark project.
- Snow College Deal
- No Cooking in the Community Center?
- Active People-Healthy Utah Grant
- UORG Grant
- RFP for Community center bathrooms
Planning & Zoning
The Ephraim City Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider final approval of a subdivision that would divide Assessor's Parcel S-782 into three lots, each fronting 375 W or 450 S. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a planner's report. Public participation is invited in person or online.
- Subdivision final approval: divide Assessor's Parcel S-782 into 3 lots (0.30–0.38 acres each) fronting 375 W or 450 S
- Approval of minutes from December 13, 2023
- Planner's report
City Council
The Ephraim City Council and City Manager will meet with Snow College administration. No other specific agenda items or decisions are listed for this session.
- Meeting between the Council, City Manager, and Snow College administration
City Council
This is a routine work meeting with no action items. The council will hear department reports and review the agenda before adjourning.
- Department reports
- Agenda review
City Council
The Ephraim City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 3, 2024, with a mix of ceremonial items and business decisions. The council will swear in newly elected members and a new police officer, then consider several action items including a bank resolution, distribution of Recreation, Arts, and Parks (RAP) tax funds, and approval of the city manager contract. Public comment is limited to items not on the agenda.
- Swearing in of newly elected City Council members and new Police Officer Malcolm Powell
- Ephraim City Resolution 24-01 updating signers for the Zion's Bank account
- RAP tax fund distribution: Ephraim City $70,000, Granary Arts $6,289.46, Ephraim City Library $1,536 (total $77,825.46)
- Approval of city manager contract
- Approval of January 2, 2024 warrant register and December 5, 2023 meeting minutes